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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-24-2011, 01:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 600
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Catback exhaust 3"

If the above offer falls through I'll go $175 shipped
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-29-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,981
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: G8 wheels?

I'm bringing this back up, guys. Has anyone ever put a set of alloy G8 rims on an F-Body? I can get a set very cheap but I'm not sure how they will look and fit.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-26-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,977
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Skip White Aluminum Throttle Bracket

Yep, I'm not a fan of the blue, either. The polished version is a good alternative, I kinda wish I went that route.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-26-2010, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,977
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Skip White Aluminum Throttle Bracket

Here's another thread on one of Skip White's products. This one is for his aluminum throttle cable bracket and stainless throttle cable.

403927

I went with the two tone red and blue bracket,...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-26-2010, 12:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,226
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Brand new 2800 stall converter. (TSI)

So I'm assuming this is something that will be available for awhile?
Forum: Body
09-22-2010, 03:27 PM
Replies: 386
Views: 79,818
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Hot pink thirdgen, For the girls!

I have to say, I'm not a fan of the shaved door handles. It was well executed, but it just throws off the look of the car IMO.

The color combo looks amazing though. Time for some rims and a V8. ...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-15-2010, 11:52 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 18,125
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: CANNOT get front coil springs back in!

Okay, just because something has worked for you, doesn't mean it will work for everyone else. My springs were plain TOO LONG to fit in the spring pockets without being compressed. With the A arms...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-14-2010, 10:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 18,125
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: CANNOT get front coil springs back in!

Hands down, the easiest way was using the 4 jaw puller and installing the springs with the spindle disconnected.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-01-2010, 06:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Brand New Center link

Bump
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-27-2010, 07:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Brand New Center link

TTT
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-26-2010, 10:37 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,815
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Cruiser cam catches 100 mph crash (1985 Pontiac Firebird)

See, I don't think that joke applies here, seeing as there is literally nothing left to buff :huh:
Forum: Exhaust
08-25-2010, 10:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 27,174
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

re: Short Spark Plug needed due to header...

This thread is 9 years old.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-24-2010, 08:18 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,815
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Cruiser cam catches 100 mph crash (1985 Pontiac Firebird)

Oh yeah, they are relatively tough, but they are still a flimsy unibody sports car. I've seen plenty of them wrecked and feel safe in mine, no question about that. But no vehicle is designed to...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-24-2010, 07:41 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,815
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Cruiser cam catches 100 mph crash (1985 Pontiac Firebird)

That is ridiculous. Very few cars would give you the opportunity to fight for your life after an accident like this. I NEVER would have thought a 3rd gen was one of them.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-23-2010, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Brand New Center link

Bump
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-23-2010, 08:41 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,263
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Spohn Bolt Kits. Disappointed...

Ryan, I already have nothing but good to say about UMI, but this post makes your products even more enticing. I will be solely be dealing with you in the future. I'll save this post to make sure...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-22-2010, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: 1.5/1.6 Ratio Roller Rockers

They are narrow and should work under center bolt valve covers, but only if the heads accept non self aligning rocker arms. Here's a link:
...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-22-2010, 03:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Brand New Center link

I have a brand new MasterPro brand center link from Oreilly's with a Lifetime warranty. Never used and in perfect condition, complete with hardware. Purchased it a few months ago, but decided to go...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-22-2010, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

1.5/1.6 Ratio Roller Rockers

Used 1.5/1.6 Proform aluminum roller rockers. Low miles, NOT self aligning, and poly locks included.

$95 shipped anywhere in the lower 48.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-22-2010, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: 4th Gen Alum. Driveshaft

PM sent.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-20-2010, 11:43 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,263
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Spohn Bolt Kits. Disappointed...

I agree. My UMI subframe connectors and UMI wonder bar are amazing pieces. The welds, finished edges, powder coating, and overall design are just flawless. I couldn't ask for any better quality,...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-18-2010, 11:08 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 67,789
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: why are 3rd gens the "ugliest" f-body?

This is what I meant. If you compare the sub frame construction of a first or second gen to the frontal unibody construction of a third gen, you'll see the differences in the strut towers, core...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
08-17-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,448
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Budge car cover

Universal car covers always leave a lot to be desired. I bought one and within the first couple uses it was ripping at the seams.

Pony up the money and get a high quality, custom fit cover. ...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-17-2010, 06:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 24,039
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Skip White 65,000 Volt Distributor Revealed

I partially agree with this statement. I usually won't touch anything Accel such as their coils and distributors. Even their cap and rotor kits are sub-par.

However, this particular set of...
Forum: Body
08-17-2010, 02:44 PM
Replies: 386
Views: 79,818
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Hot pink thirdgen, For the girls!

This. Having molten steel fall on your toes is something you want to avoid (ask me how I know).

Need to work on your welding stance too :lmao:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-13-2010, 09:52 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 67,789
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: why are 3rd gens the "ugliest" f-body?

They were only meant to last so long, but the difference is you could lift the body off of a 1st gen and easily replace every single part on the car. 3rd gens are a lot more intricate.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-13-2010, 09:20 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 67,789
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: why are 3rd gens the "ugliest" f-body?

I didn't read the whole thread, but here's my take:

3rd gens were introduced during a bad time for sports cars. They weren't the slowest F bodies (most of the second gens were horribly...
Forum: Body
08-13-2010, 03:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 470
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Battery Tray Replacement

Currently I'm working on my engine bay and before I can get it into paint I have to weld in a new battery tray.

My question is for those of you who have done it, how did you weld it in? From the...
Forum: Body
08-12-2010, 11:41 PM
Replies: 386
Views: 79,818
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Hot pink thirdgen, For the girls!

I have to say, I'm impressed. Most females our age have very limited tastes when it comes to vehicles, and a rusty third gen usually isn't high on the list (or isn't on the list at all, I should...
Forum: Exhaust
08-12-2010, 09:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 725
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Questions about Jeg's headers

There is no Y pipe for the Jegs headers, you have to fab it. Don't waste your time though, they're the worst headers money can buy.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
08-10-2010, 01:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,499
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Jeg's drops TPI....

I've spent thousands of dollars with Jegs over the years with no bad experiences. Jegs and Summit are always almost exactly the same price, but if Summit is cheaper Jegs will match it. Jegs is...
Forum: Exhaust
08-08-2010, 08:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,227
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Will these fit ?

17478 is the p/n for the matching ball and socket Y pipe.
Forum: Exhaust
08-08-2010, 05:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,227
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Will these fit ?

Unless you like changing header gaskets every 1000 miles, don't waste your time with cheap headers. I did and I never will again. If you're on a tight budget, keep the stock manifolds and get an...
Forum: Exhaust
08-04-2010, 11:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 20,317
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Catalytic converter question

Seems like you're quite educated on the subject, but I'd like to point out that owning a car with emission devices removed is NOT illegal.

It's the act of removing a federal emissions device that...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-04-2010, 09:47 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 17,264
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: what brand of oil do you use?

Oil and filters is 95% a matter of opinion. First of all, 99% of the "synthetics" on the market aren't actually synthetics, but they contain a large amount of highly refined group III petroleum...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-04-2010, 06:31 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,263
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Spohn Bolt Kits. Disappointed...

Something like rod bolts or intake bolts are one thing, but pinch bolts are totally different. Besides, almost all ARP bolts call for HIGHER torque specs than the factory rating, not lower.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-03-2010, 07:06 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,263
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Spohn Bolt Kits. Disappointed...

Uh, NO!

There is more to torque specs than the bolts. Different components require different torque specs. These are pinch bolts that secure the strut to the knuckle, and if GM engineers decided...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-03-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 967
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Shop/Garage Clean Out

Pictures of the front seats please?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-24-2010, 09:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 24,039
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Skip White 65,000 Volt Distributor Revealed

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SBC-CHEVY-HEI-DISTRIBUTOR-AND-ACCEL-300-WIRES-6500-R-K-/330428507852?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4cef12e6cc
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-22-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 24,039
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Skip White 65,000 Volt Distributor Revealed

The plug wires are high quality as expected from a name like Accel. They are a factory sealed product, so I'm a little baffled as to why Jegs sells them for $100 while White can sell them for $80...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-22-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 24,039
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Skip White 65,000 Volt Distributor Revealed

Normally, I stick to known brands and pay the premium. However as of late, I've been noticing a lot of companies selling us knock off goods with their stickers, while we're still paying a premium...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-08-2010, 10:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,753
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Explorer 8.8" Swap

Among the Jeep crowed, a 31 spline 8.8 will handle 35's locked without a problem. Many run 37's on a stock 8.8. Obviously it's not a heavy duty axle, but not everyone wants to go to one tons under...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-07-2010, 10:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,547
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: TV Cable piece

B&M has a nice universal cable for around $30.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-06-2010, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,753
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Explorer 8.8" Swap

That's a picture from last fall with the stock heads. Before I made about 300 at the crank. Right now the engine is out being built. 375 is a conservative number at the crank, from what I've seen...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-06-2010, 04:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,753
Posted By Jr. Mechanic

Re: Explorer 8.8" Swap

Oh I definitely will do a full write up if I go this route. As of now there's nothing wrong with my 10 bolt. It has disc brakes, LSD, and 3.42 gears so it's a pretty good rear end and I'm happy...
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