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Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
05-28-2005, 08:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 320
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Ended up selling the car early this week. Thank...

Ended up selling the car early this week. Thank you anyway.
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
05-22-2005, 09:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 320
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Strut Mounts

I am looking for a pair of strut mounts that don't have torn/broken bushings if anyone has any.
Forum: Engine Swap
08-31-2004, 11:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,346
Posted By TA5LiterHO

http://www.hioutput.com/tech/343hp/343hp.html

http://www.hioutput.com/tech/343hp/343hp.html
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-15-2004, 10:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,547
Posted By TA5LiterHO

The Megashifter is definitely a great shifter. ...

The Megashifter is definitely a great shifter.
Only complaint I have is that the clear coat came off the handles on both of mine, but that can be fixed fairly easily.
...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-16-2004, 10:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,561
Posted By TA5LiterHO

If you have the locking security cover it will. :D

If you have the locking security cover it will. :D
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-16-2004, 09:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,093
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Steering boxes are very expensive. If it's not...

Steering boxes are very expensive. If it's not leaking fluid I would just leave it alone. If it's leaking you can get a rebuild kit from Advanced for around $20. Aside from that I would do the tie...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-16-2004, 04:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,093
Posted By TA5LiterHO

If there's play in the steering and it feels...

If there's play in the steering and it feels loose then you most likely need inner and outer tie rod ends like many thirdgens do. Don't forget to check the balljoints and wheel bearings also while...
Forum: Carburetors
07-13-2004, 07:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,276
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I have rebuild quite a few Holleys and they are...

I have rebuild quite a few Holleys and they are not complicated. The main things that I have run accross in my experience is clogged passages which are easy to fix.

If you want to spend $300+ on...
Forum: Cooling
07-13-2004, 05:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,109
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Why don't you like Dexcool. I use it in both my...

Why don't you like Dexcool. I use it in both my cars and it works excellent. I run aluminum radiators though. The cooling system as never stayed so clean before and so cool.
Forum: Carburetors
07-13-2004, 08:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,276
Posted By TA5LiterHO

For street do run a power valve. As far as...

For street do run a power valve.

As far as the carb needing a rebuild, if you could get the carb for a bit less money and you don't mind spending a couple bucks to rebuild it yourself, go for it....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2004, 06:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,178
Posted By TA5LiterHO

It's the same size on both sides, radiator and...

It's the same size on both sides, radiator and trans.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2004, 09:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,406
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Here's a link to the Universal TV cable I have...

Here's a link to the Universal TV cable I have which is much easier to adjust and fine tune than the factory one.
http://www.transmissionhead.com/

http://www.transmissionhead.com/TVgif.jpg
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2004, 12:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,406
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Here's another pic with the Double Pumper. ...

Here's another pic with the Double Pumper.

http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/8/web/416000-416999/416865_132_full.jpg

Notice how theres a spot on the baseplate that's notched in? If...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2004, 12:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,406
Posted By TA5LiterHO

It's down, it got bent up by accident at one...

It's down, it got bent up by accident at one time and I bent it back so there's a light spot on the metal now. That may be what makes it look that way. I edited in another pick in the previous post.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2004, 12:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,406
Posted By TA5LiterHO

On the double pumper carbs there is a notch that...

On the double pumper carbs there is a notch that that fits into. It keeps the bracket from being moved around by the preasure of the throttle cable. On Vacuum Secondary carbs like the one I am...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-10-2004, 11:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,406
Posted By TA5LiterHO

If you have carb studs, it goes on top of the...

If you have carb studs, it goes on top of the back left lip of the carb, not underneith.
http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/8/web/416000-416999/416865_130_full.jpg
Forum: Carburetors
07-05-2004, 05:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,642
Posted By TA5LiterHO

To me it sounds like it's lean. If the preasure...

To me it sounds like it's lean. If the preasure slowly drops it may be a sign of vaporlock.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-01-2004, 11:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 445
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I did the swap in a weekend, then decided that I...

I did the swap in a weekend, then decided that I didn't like the T5 and swapped back a month later. I also had all the parts accumulated and ready to go right then.

It's not that hard of a swap at...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-01-2004, 11:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By TA5LiterHO

All the Ratchet shifters do is allow you to shift...

All the Ratchet shifters do is allow you to shift manually from first through 4th without accidentally shifting more than one gear at a time. You can't start out in 2nd gear for instance. The trans...
Forum: Carburetors
07-01-2004, 11:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 730
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Did you happen to adjust the screw under the back...

Did you happen to adjust the screw under the back passenger side that adjusts the secondary flaps when you did the rebuild? This will do it also.
Forum: Carburetors
07-01-2004, 01:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 536
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Did anyone replace the gasket between the main...

Did anyone replace the gasket between the main body and the base before, because the trick kits come with a few different sizes and it's easy to accidentally install a gasket with slightly smaller...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2004, 07:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,367
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Intake gaskets may be leaking also.

Intake gaskets may be leaking also.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-29-2004, 07:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,369
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Great shifter. No complaints at all. I am using...

Great shifter. No complaints at all. I am using it in two of my cars and have had no problems.
Forum: Carburetors
06-26-2004, 10:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 864
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Have you seen this new setup? This is very...

Have you seen this new setup? This is very expensive but I thought it was pretty cool. Barry Grant
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=210026&prmenbr=361...
Forum: Power Adders
06-25-2004, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 567
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I believe Procharger has a kit for vbelt cars. I...

I believe Procharger has a kit for vbelt cars. I would have to look at the documentation they sent me again though to be 100% on that.
Forum: Carburetors
06-22-2004, 09:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,222
Posted By TA5LiterHO

If it was sitting long enough for the gas to dry...

If it was sitting long enough for the gas to dry out there could be residue left in the carb. The passeges in the Holleys can clog up pretty easy. You will probably get the best results from taking...
Forum: Exhaust
06-21-2004, 10:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,019
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I have used the accel plugs and they are actually...

I have used the accel plugs and they are actually pretty good, but I am back to the Regular AC Delcos which are just as good now.

It helps having the shorter plugs, but probably not worth the $30...
Forum: Carburetors
06-19-2004, 09:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Around 600cfm should suit you for a 305.

Around 600cfm should suit you for a 305.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-19-2004, 10:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 421
Posted By TA5LiterHO

http://shop.store.yahoo.com/performance-automotive...

http://shop.store.yahoo.com/performance-automotive-store/perautandtra.html

These guys have a bunch of parts from stock to heavy duty for rebuilds. I used one of their master rebuild kits when I...
Forum: Carburetors
06-19-2004, 10:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 918
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Honestly the best way to know exactly what your...

Honestly the best way to know exactly what your engine likes is to do what your doing. Every engine is a little different and likes different tuning. Holleys are very tuneable, so you'll just have to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-18-2004, 10:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 570
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Did you adjust the idle screw also? I know that...

Did you adjust the idle screw also? I know that sounds obvious. You could also try advancing the timing if that doesn't work. Even if the cam has a rough idle, the car shouldn't stall if the carb is...
Forum: Carburetors
06-18-2004, 09:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 23,490
Posted By TA5LiterHO

This was my thought also.

This was my thought also.
Forum: Carburetors
06-18-2004, 09:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Make sure the needle valve is not stuck. Even a...

Make sure the needle valve is not stuck. Even a piece of sand or grit can make it stick open.
Forum: Cooling
06-18-2004, 05:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,966
Posted By TA5LiterHO

You could probably get away with a stock...

You could probably get away with a stock dimension Aluminum radiator like Modine or Girffin as you mentioned. As long as the rest of the cooling system is up to par it should cool just fine.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-18-2004, 05:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,674
Posted By TA5LiterHO

If you still have the stock cable the first way...

If you still have the stock cable the first way you described is the only way to adjust it. There is not adjustment in the trans that I know of. Make sure your governor is correctly calibrated and...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-16-2004, 09:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,018
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I honestly don't think it is any better than any...

I honestly don't think it is any better than any other wax. The normal Eagle 1 polish works better in my opinion, but that's my paint. May work better for others though. The paint looked good after...
Forum: Body
06-14-2004, 10:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,088
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I had the same problem. Ended up being the...

I had the same problem. Ended up being the widshield. You couldn't see the water when you put the hose on it or even high preasure water, but that was where the leak was.
The problem is if you go to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-14-2004, 10:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 370
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Yes you can.

Yes you can.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-14-2004, 07:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,155
Posted By TA5LiterHO

This is an easy fix. Most of the time when the...

This is an easy fix. Most of the time when the shifter gets tight like that it's probably a little out of adjustment or the cable is binding.

Make sure the cable is looped the right way. (not too...
Forum: Power Adders
06-13-2004, 03:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 828
Posted By TA5LiterHO

There's a spot on their site where you can give...

There's a spot on their site where you can give them your address and specs and they will send you a whole packet of info with options and pricing for your vehicle for free. It will tell you what you...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-13-2004, 02:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 596
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Have you checked to make sure the clutch doesn't...

Have you checked to make sure the clutch doesn't have a problem? Is the fork still placed correctly? Make sure you check the whole system, because other things can cause this problem also.
Forum: Cooling
06-13-2004, 02:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 630
Posted By TA5LiterHO

The DexCool is fine. In fact I like it better...

The DexCool is fine. In fact I like it better than the regular stuff. If it is your original intake gasket, you may need to replace it. If it's a new gasket, you may need to torque the intake down a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-11-2004, 04:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 471
Posted By TA5LiterHO

If it's whining fairly loudly then the bearings...

If it's whining fairly loudly then the bearings are most likely worn. Does it ever grind when shifting gears?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-11-2004, 04:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 377
Posted By TA5LiterHO

It is possible that it is the bearings. That is a...

It is possible that it is the bearings. That is a sign that they are worn, but if it's not real loud I wouldn't worry about that yet. As far as grinding, you probably need a new 2nd gear synchro....
Forum: Carburetors
06-11-2004, 10:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 25,524
Posted By TA5LiterHO

You have to use a small flat head and kind of pry...

You have to use a small flat head and kind of pry on either side of the flap so the raised spots will slide through. It is kinda tight.
Forum: Carburetors
06-09-2004, 08:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 23,490
Posted By TA5LiterHO

The whole problem here is that with a double...

The whole problem here is that with a double pumper the vacuum inlet on many intakes is not accessible because the back bowl hangs over it. In fact when I switched to DP I had to grind down the pug I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-07-2004, 08:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 422
Posted By TA5LiterHO

Needs a rebuild. The original factory trans in my...

Needs a rebuild. The original factory trans in my car died after 40,000 miles. It was overheating.
Forum: Carburetors
06-07-2004, 08:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 25,524
Posted By TA5LiterHO

All you have to do is remove the choke assembly...

All you have to do is remove the choke assembly from the side of the carb along with the linkage. Then you can also take the flapper off by sliding it out of the shaft, then pull the rod out. That...
Forum: Carburetors
06-07-2004, 08:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 23,490
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I just run a T in the booster line for the PCV...

I just run a T in the booster line for the PCV and run both off the back port. Haven't had any problems yet.
Forum: Cooling
06-07-2004, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By TA5LiterHO

I think most cars still use radiator fluid for...

I think most cars still use radiator fluid for the heater, but I have thought of the same idea myself.
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