83DaytonaTA_Ian

Thanks for the tip! It has got about 165k on it so who knows... seems like I'm getting something like a metallic tapping sound on my driver side in the engine bay - not sure if it's exhaust or noisy valve/lifter. Thoughts? Its pronounced only under acceleration. Lol

Always something more lmao

Touareg

When you sit at idle and rev it you don't hear it right? But pulling a hill or accelerating you hear it? Youtube ford 5.0 explorer V8 exhaust clicking and tell me if it sounds like that. Most likely the manifold is leaking on the drivers side. If memory serves me right GM didn't put gaskets on these new.

83DaytonaTA_Ian

Sounds you described it almost spot on! Would make sense lol

The video definitely confirms it for me.

Touareg

Yep check the air tubes first, they tend to rust out, if you decide to put gaskets on, just use lots of penetrating oil, let it sit for hours, its not a bad job, since you don't have to do much other than back the bolts out 1/4 of an inch.

83DaytonaTA_Ian

Thanks Touareg!

So ran into a slight snag. Front bolts on DS are blocked - a bracket supporting the PS pump block the nuts that secure the manifold to the block.
The others came loose easy and the one next to the firewall was finger loose - old gasket in there was sticking out and looks done. My problem child lol!

Really hoping I don't have to move that pump... thoughts?

Touareg

You don't have to remove the pump, just the bolt that is down there its a 9/16 to the adjustment bracket. If memory serves me right, the bracket can be worked out.

It is interesting there is a gasket in there, as the car didn't come with them from the factory. But anyway, new gaskets will make the noise go away. Just make sure you clean the bolts and use some grease on the end of them, if any look like they are rusted and weak replace them with a grade 8, it is no fun to break one off in the block

83DaytonaTA_Ian

Yah, I'm considering replacement on the bolts. I actually did take the pump off the last bracket and support it with budgie cords - after that, just the one bolt holding the bracket to the block. There wasn't anyway around this, that bracket was tight and no way to pop it over the exhaust stud (closed hole on the bracket).

I figure someone did these between factory and me buying the car. They really are fried, down to metal only lol

83DaytonaTA_Ian

So, I never did post an update on my exhaust gasket adventure! Lol
It worked out in my favor. The new manifold gaskets on the DS fixed the issue, no problem now. The Speedo works, still a tad jumpy, but functioning and logging miles. No CEL at all, uneventfully got put up for the winter end of October.
But soon enough, spring shall come - and so will more work LOL!
Radiator, T-stat, and coolant are up next lol. Oil change too, thinking the Mobil 1 Annual oil is a good candidate since I don't log anywhere close to its rated mileage - thoughts?
Trans looks like it pissed fluid all over the floor, thinking pan seal or plug gave - again, thoughts?
Jeez, couple months till warm weather in Michigan, and already got a list of stuff to do lol.

DynoDave43

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But the days are getting longer...

83DaytonaTA_Ian

Agreed! Be nice to leave work and still have daylight.

Other big goal is looking into putting A.C. back into the car too.... such big plans lmao.

83DaytonaTA_Ian

Well, got my baby up and running last weekend. Fought me a bit, but she's purring after her hibernation. Topped up the transmission, gave her a 5w30 max life oil change, and to boogie-ing down the road.

.... and of course started making purchases for projects LOL. Got a new turn signal lever - with CC! - and a new washer pump, all A/C Delco. Thanks Amazon lol

Next, getting stuff around to do trim touch-up, like headlight housing, front turn signal, window trims, and door handles. Thought about interior, but the panels are gonna be a pain to color match, I think.

Did this car have the door handle (Fuel Injected) decals? I think they seem like a good fit, but is it accurate? Also, interior switch decals - ideas on sourcing?

This is gonna be a fun summer - see you at F-Body meet-up in June DYNO-DAVE!!

DynoDave43

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https://www.mifbody.com/meetgreet/

At "The Hub" in Auburn Hills this year.

83DaytonaTA_Ian

I saw they changed locations - that should be interesting.... had to request time off in advance, so had to check dates and saw the change.

83DaytonaTA_Ian

Well, I've been busy! With a week off, you only get so much time for projects, and my baby has been begging for some love! Lol

I've already done washer pump and lever for turn signal/wipers/CC. Put a couple LED lights (194 style) in for floor lights and HVAC panel. Now I'm finishing up on paint details..... Lol

Redid the headlight housing trim and turn signal housings in SEM trim black and now I'm clearing them (pics to follow, in order) AND redid the Pontiac in the center of my taillights. Even repainted the black on the Pontiac for the Headlights. It's looking pretty nice now! Now to waiting on the clear to dry so I can sand it smoother.

83DaytonaTA_Ian

OMG I'm exhausted....

So, I finished my cosmetic adventure 1.0 yesterday. Took me 3 days to Ultimate Compound, Ultimate Polish, AND wax my baby... but its done...

.... Definitely worth it lol.

The rear bumper was night-to-day difference. Really faded/oxidized... it SOAKED up the compound I gave it (3x) plus the polish (2x at least). Now she's smooth as glass.

Wish I did before pics to show the difference, but i didn't think it'd be that stark a difference lol.

If any wants recommend on LED lights for dash, ask! Got a reasonably priced set I'm trying out and so far look good.... shoulda bought red ones - or more in general!

KITT1983

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great job

KITT1983

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any news