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Interior
10-08-2010, 03:28 PM
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Solve my stupid trunk problem
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Re: Solve my stupid trunk problem
Thanks for the absolutely unhelpful reply. Just found which part was bad, it was the fuse... Took me until a week ago to realize nothing in the cab was working... Anyway, it works now. Doesnt work...
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Tech / General Engine
10-05-2010, 03:37 PM
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high coolant pressure problem
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high coolant pressure problem
I start my car today and before it got to operating temp, the radiator hoses were very pressurized. So much so that the coolant shot past the hose clamps on the top and bottom radiator hose... ...
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Cooling
10-05-2010, 03:36 PM
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high pressure problem
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high pressure problem
I start my car today and before it got to operating temp, the radiator hoses were very pressurized. So much so that the coolant shot past the hose clamps on the top and bottom radiator hose... ...
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-08-2010, 12:14 PM
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removing hood vents
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removing hood vents
Im repainting my car, and changing the color (black to green). Is there a trick to removing the hood vents? Im prone to breaking things so I thought I should ask before i start fiddling wiith it.
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Fabrication
09-08-2010, 12:10 PM
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replace interior door panel
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replace interior door panel
Has anyone found a good material to replace the cardboard used for the interior door panels? I was thinking on making some door panels which are a bit more durable and less prone to rotting...
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Exhaust
07-13-2010, 07:26 PM
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header wrap on edlebrock coated headers
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header wrap on edlebrock coated headers
A couple years ago, I purchased edelbrock ceramic coated headers thinking that the coating would do a great deal to reduce under hood temps. Well, I soon found out that the coating doesnt seem to do...
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Interior
07-13-2010, 04:31 PM
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Solve my stupid trunk problem
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linkz761
Re: Solve my stupid trunk problem
Got it open. I was able to crawl back over the seat into the trunk, and undo the four nuts which hold on the upper latch piece. It was tight and hot, but i got it open. Now I just have to figure...
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Interior
07-08-2010, 04:42 PM
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Solve my stupid trunk problem
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linkz761
Re: Solve my stupid trunk problem
ok, i checked the fuse, its fine. Just to check, the wire going to the trunk mechanism is under the center console? And running 12V into that wire will make the hatch pop, if the mechanism is still...
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Tech / General Engine
07-08-2010, 12:52 PM
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No coolant flowing
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3,859
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linkz761
Re: No coolant flowing
Ah, ok, had the flow path reversed in my head. Ok, ill check it out later.
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Interior
07-07-2010, 03:18 PM
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Solve my stupid trunk problem
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Re: Solve my stupid trunk problem
Ok thanks for the replies. I have the rear light, which i pried off, and I can see the trunk hold mechanism. I am trying to just pop it with a screwdriver, but I cant seem get the right movement. ...
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Tech / General Engine
07-07-2010, 03:14 PM
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No coolant flowing
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Re: No coolant flowing
When I start it cold, the top radiator hose should be pressurized, correct? Should be pressurized if the waterpump is working correctly, since its pumping water against the thermostat.
...
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Tech / General Engine
07-06-2010, 02:27 PM
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No coolant flowing
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3,859
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Re: No coolant flowing
yes, the car has overheated several times. Im afraid to run it now b/c the temp sensor doesnt work, so I cant tell how hot it is. I checked the orientation of the thermostat, it is in the with the...
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Interior
06-30-2010, 02:23 PM
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Solve my stupid trunk problem
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Posted By
linkz761
Solve my stupid trunk problem
Okay, I need to get my trunk open, but the button isnt working anymore. The key hole on the trunk has never worked either. Does anyone have a clever way to open the trunk? It has the electric...
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Tech / General Engine
06-30-2010, 02:20 PM
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No coolant flowing
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3,859
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No coolant flowing
When I start my car, it seems there is now coolant flowing around. I know the coolant system is pressurized, and normally you can feel/see that pressure in the radiator hoses. However, on my car...
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Cooling
03-31-2010, 01:05 PM
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Coolant Temp sensor issue
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linkz761
Coolant Temp sensor issue
I am trying to get my car working properly, and one of the problems is the coolant temp senor is not working properly. Since I am not using the CC carb, distributor, or emission senors, I trimmed...
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-20-2009, 03:07 PM
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things needed to replace t-top seals?
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886
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linkz761
things needed to replace t-top seals?
I already have the seals, I just need to know what people used as adhesive, sealant, solvent, etc. Any input would be very useful as I dont want to use the wrong stuff!
Forum:
Body
11-11-2009, 06:49 PM
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t-top seals
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1,311
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linkz761
Re: t-top seals
all those are pretty expensive, and so is the set from GM. $400 is a bit much. Hawks offers a set for around $200, and theres one on ebay for $180 shipped. Anyone tried any of these?
Forum:
Body
11-10-2009, 10:18 PM
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t-top seals
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linkz761
t-top seals
Hi! I am looking to waterproof my car as much as possible. Theres alot of different terms for the different seals, and I need to know which to buy. So far, I need to replace the t-top...
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Tech / General Engine
08-13-2009, 11:46 AM
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no oil flowing
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409
Posted By
linkz761
Re: no oil flowing
Anyone have a clever way to put in the oil pump drive shaft without dropping the oil pan? I tried dropping the shaft down through the dist. hole but the sleeving will not fit through the hole at the...
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Tech / General Engine
08-13-2009, 09:40 AM
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no oil flowing
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409
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linkz761
Re: no oil flowing
After the initial shock and anger of having an oil distribution problem, I started thinking and couldnt remember if I did or didnt put the rod in there. Upon looking at it, there was on rod... I...
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Tech / General Engine
08-12-2009, 10:37 PM
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no oil flowing
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409
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no oil flowing
I am an the end on my chain here...
I went to start my engine today for the first time, and it started beautifully. But the I realized that my oil pressure was at zero. I removed a valve cover...
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Electronics
08-03-2009, 11:02 PM
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Wiring an electric choke
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Wiring an electric choke
Today I cleaned out all of the old sensors I dont use anymore, and in the process most likely cut off my wire that supplies electric to my choke. Does anyone know what color the wire is and where it...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-27-2009, 10:14 PM
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[FL] 91 camaro rs parts
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linkz761
Re: [FL] 91 camaro rs parts
you got a serpentine system for the car? if so, how much shipped to 63026?
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-30-2009, 05:03 PM
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torque converter question
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328
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linkz761
torque converter question
I was talking to a transmission guy and he said that if I used a stock torque converter with my set-up, my tranny would burn up eventually. Is that true?
Assuming it is at least partially true,...
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Suspension and Chassis
06-23-2009, 12:07 AM
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spring compression
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348
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linkz761
spring compression
I just replaced my engine mount and I had to take out the bolt connecting the A-arm to the K-member. Now I am trying to get it back in but when i jack it up the car lifts off the jack stands. I...
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Tech / General Engine
05-12-2009, 02:38 PM
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2
lifters and pushrods
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466
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lifters and pushrods
Im peicing my engine back together and came across a few questions...
First, would the pushrods used on a regular set of heads be different length than those used with vortec heads?
Second,...
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Tech / General Engine
11-15-2008, 01:59 AM
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cam with vortec heads?
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4,250
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linkz761
Re: cam with vortec heads?
Ok thats sounds great, I have the springs to run a bigger cam. Now my only other questions is... Is the problem with running a bigger cam a "metal on metal" issue, or is it a flow issue?? While I...
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Tech / General Engine
11-13-2008, 01:57 PM
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9
cam with vortec heads?
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4,250
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linkz761
Re: cam with vortec heads?
Ok, thanks for the reply. Now, my next question is what needs to be done to get the heads able to run over .475? And how much will it cost me at a machine shop???
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Tech / General Engine
11-13-2008, 11:50 AM
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9
cam with vortec heads?
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linkz761
cam with vortec heads?
would i have any trouble running this cam CCA-12-212-2, (.05 duration 230, 480 lift) with stock vortec heads??? I have access to better springs if that is the issue. I just havent been able to...
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Tech / General Engine
11-13-2008, 11:15 AM
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2
wire routing with edlebrock headers
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806
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linkz761
wire routing with edlebrock headers
Im putting my motor back together and was wondering how people with edelbrock shorty headers routed their spark plug wires? I had some trouble with my last set up becuase i had them everywhere and...
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Tech / General Engine
10-29-2008, 11:59 PM
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5
vortec heads question
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660
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linkz761
Re: vortec heads question
Hey thanks that was really helpful. I heard the moly rings dont seat as well as the standard ones? Is there any truth in that? Just wondering.
Also, would you happen to know the stock bore...
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Tech / General Engine
10-29-2008, 03:18 PM
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5
vortec heads question
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660
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linkz761
vortec heads question
I have heard that the chevy vortec heads have a max lift of .475 on each side (correct me if im misinformed). I was just wondering what would need to be done to run a bigger cam under it? And since...
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Tech / General Engine
05-12-2008, 10:12 PM
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Questions before buying new heads
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496
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linkz761
Questions before buying new heads
I am trying to ressurect my Trans Am. Its my opinion that my heads are messed up and are causing the massive oil consumption/ smoke problem.
I know a guy who is willing to sell me a set...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-10-2008, 02:03 PM
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Need a pair of ready to use heads
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450
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linkz761
Need a pair of ready to use heads
Im looking for a pair of cylinder heads that are ready to put on. Im hoping to find a pair 305 heads. Im by St. Louis, MO. Lemme know.
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-31-2007, 12:47 PM
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Carbs, oil pan, intake
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359
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Carbs, oil pan, intake
Just thought I would let yall have first dibs on the stuff trying to get rid of.
1. I have 2 cc-quadrajet carbs. One is my old one that came with the car, it ran well when i used it. The...
Forum:
Carburetors
07-20-2007, 02:46 PM
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secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
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linkz761
Re: secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
Ok thanks for the replies. Im just going off what my brother said, so i thought id ask. Still gotta drive it myself and see how it does. CAnt do that till after finals! Summer school sucks, I...
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Carburetors
07-20-2007, 02:35 PM
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secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
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8,731
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Re: secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
"The throttle blades are opened mechanically, but air flow is controlled by an air valve above them. The purpose of the air valve is to allow the secondaries to come in smoothly. If you can feel them...
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Carburetors
07-20-2007, 01:31 PM
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secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
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linkz761
Re: secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
Ok, assuming while they were driving, the choke wasnt closed, since it was 95 degrees outside. Any other ideas as to why they wouldnt open on a hot day?
Forum:
Carburetors
07-20-2007, 12:55 PM
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12
secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
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linkz761
secondaries not opening, any suggestions?
Ok, so i just got my car running fairly well with a new set of spark plugs. Now im trying to tune my edelbrock 1406 carb. My brother said he got my car out on the road and got a little crazy with...
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Tech / General Engine
07-03-2007, 08:32 AM
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quick question
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293
Posted By
linkz761
quick question
Im looking to get some new heads. Right now I have a really hard time getting to my spark plugs with my edelbrock headers. Would it help to get heads with angled plugs? Thanks
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-23-2006, 03:09 PM
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2
shifting problem
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394
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linkz761
dang, this computer doesnt like this site for...
dang, this computer doesnt like this site for some reason. anyway, I got the peice from edelbrock that lets me hook up the kickdown cable. I guess i need to adjust it a bit and see how ill get it...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-23-2006, 12:16 PM
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shifting problem
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394
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linkz761
shifting problem
I wanted to let this car die, but i just cant. I just swapped out a vaccum advance dist. and an edelbrock carb. The cars running pretty good, its just having some problems shifting now. When your...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-15-2006, 04:31 PM
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Parting out my 86 T/A
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410
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Parting out my 86 T/A
Im moving on, after fiddling with this failed project, im moving on to a second gen T/A, aka my dream car. Itll make me happier to see that go then this one. Anyway, Im parting out my 86 trans am...
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Firebirds for Sale
12-13-2006, 12:34 AM
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86 Trans Am for sale
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811
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linkz761
86 Trans Am for sale
Im looking into selling my trans am. Ive done alot of work on it, but the ammount of money Ive put into it isnt worth it anymore. its has everything in my sig. The engine would work beautifully...
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Mid-West Region
12-10-2006, 08:14 PM
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lokking to maybe sell my car
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280
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linkz761
lokking to maybe sell my car
Im looking to sell my car to someone who can do a better job that i have with it. Ive dropped about 5k inot the engine/tranny, and it would run like a champ in someone else's hands. Its currently...
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Tech / General Engine
11-10-2006, 05:01 PM
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some quick questions
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549
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thanks, ill do that, could i get the clips at...
thanks, ill do that, could i get the clips at like napa or autozone? Anyone got any opinions on the other stuff?
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Tech / General Engine
11-09-2006, 11:12 PM
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some quick questions
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549
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linkz761
anyone got any answers/suggestions... Some input...
anyone got any answers/suggestions... Some input would make my life a lot easier! thanks
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Tech / General Engine
11-08-2006, 09:44 PM
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4
some quick questions
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549
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linkz761
some quick questions
One, doesnt anyone have a good way to adjust rockers while the engine is on? Ive tried the valve lash thing and cant get it right, so i thought i would try it this way.
Two, I need to switch...
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Tech / General Engine
10-20-2006, 08:41 AM
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fuel pressure question
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497
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linkz761
fuel pressure question
Whats the highest fuel pressure you will see in a carbed application? I was wondering so i can get an accurate fuel pressure gauge. thanks
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
10-20-2006, 07:52 AM
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2
1.6 R.Rockers tap on Stock valve covers?
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Posted By
linkz761
they may not be adjusted properly...
they may not be adjusted properly...
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