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trans cross member
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So it has been a while since I made any progress but got a chance today. I am building the trans cross member. Thought I would put some pics here so not to confuse my build page. That and I need/would like to know that I am doing it right. First pic is what I started with. If you look on the left you can see...
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Marten
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52 Mercury Truck windshield frame?
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Hey guys. My truck cab needs some TLC around the windshield area. I'd love to find a sheet metal replacement panel or a donor part which is solid. Does anyone know a place to get a prefab replacement so I don't have to recreate this area of the cab? Thanks!
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Roboticist
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winch strength
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Thinking of putting a winch in my shop to pull the truck in from outside. It is easy to roll out as it is all down hill, getting it back inside is hard. So can someone explain how much pull strength I would need.
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Marten
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frame support ideas sought
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it is a stock 70 chevelle h/t car with some big power that i am asking about. i don't notice much stress with street tires on but with the slicks it is noticeable and i am not sure where or how to add some support to the frame. gusset the corners is probably a starter point but is there some other places to thi...
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shag766
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Raising Rear Suspension
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I installed a new set of leaf springs in my '67 Camaro. I'd liked the stance as it was but the leaf bundles had separated so I measured it up and found it was 1" lower than stock and ordered a new set with a 1" drop. The problem is that the car is a convertible and the extra weight must have them compressed mor...
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damion
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speedometer cable retainer
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Somewhere along the way, I lost the retaining plate that holds the speedometer cable drive into the side of the transmission. This is a super t10 and I don't remember which style it is. I have seen a flat bar with a bolt hole in the end and also have seen as on my T5, a horseshoe shape with a bolt hole at the t...
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wuga
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837
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"IAT"(Inorganic Additive Technoligy) Antifreeze
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Went all over looking for "IAT" (Inorganic Additive Technoligy) type antifreeze for an old cast iron block with a copper and brass radiator.I am looking for a Brand name product. Every auto store or jobber place I went to was "buffamoomed" when I asked for it specifically.Their "idea" of an old car n...
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South Shore
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1100
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License Plate Restoration
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My YOM plates are in need of a repaint,does anyone know who does this service in Ontario ?
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two tone 56
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5.7 350 chev gm help
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Hi can we install 350 timing cover on roller vortech block / carbelt is useless refuse to talk / comp will not answer phone / help please am told we can use old school cover with a little mod / also will 300 duration hi lift cam work on marine boat motor , 1.5 drive 64 cc chamber , flat top piston , 200 or 220 int...
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hotrodford8
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main bearing question
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The main bearings on my Gen1 5.7L SBC are stamped with .0006. What does that mean? JG
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billyisamountain
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738
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Air Bags
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Frame is coming along nicely on the Merc, time to start looking for an air ride/ lowering system. anyone know of a dealer close to London that can help, Thanks Ron.
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stang
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820
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66 olds signal switch
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I got my 66 olds dynamic on the road, after a bit of driving my signal switch broke, if I can get the part that pivots off, I think I can fix it. Does anyone know if that comes off the switch assembly? As Its old and brittle and don't want to break it more than it is. I think there is a tab, that pushes the copper...
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Undead_Edsel_59
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Glove box won't open. Any ideas?
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I've open'd the glove box a million times on my 66 Olds. Now that my insurence and ownership are in there it refuses to open for anything. I've been at it for an hour now, seems it has to be open to take any of it apart. It's not locked. The latch is obviously broke. I've tried using a small pick, and other thin...
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Undead_Edsel_59
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torque application
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Here is a little exercise I would like you to do. If you know how much torque your engine puts out and if you know your first gear ratio and you know your rear end ratio, multiplying these three numbers together should give your torque at the rear wheel. i.e. 260 (torque expected from 261) x 2.52 (1st gea...
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wuga
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tall deck distributor.
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i have a part number for a rebuilt delco distributor 366/427 tall deck. however, it also lists it as fitting a 350 medium duty truck. anyone know anything about this 350 and why it would take a tall deck distributor ? is the manifold on this 350 taller by .400" or something ? i'd like to order one for m...
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studeshaker
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VIN code reading?
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Good morning! My '52 body seems to have a VIN stamped on the firewall. It's really hard to see. The main VIN plate is missing and I have no ownership. There is no frame. So here's the question. What is the best method to read this VIN? I have heard a lot of stories of what guys have tried, and I don't want...
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Roboticist
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London Drive Systems?
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Anybody use London drive systems off of highbury south for driveshaft work? I have one that needs to be shortened and balanced,any info welcome!
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72endurawagon
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1501
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What GM transmission to use
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I am building a nostalgia altered. It is expected to weigh in at about 16-1700 pounds. I am using a 261 Pontiac 6 cylinder rated at about 275 hp and about 260 ft. lb. of torque. I am running 9" by 29" slicks. I was going to run an aluminum Powerglide, but I don't think 1st gear is low enough. ...
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wuga
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Chevy Vortec heads
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Will the newer style vortec heads work on an older ( 1986 ) 350 ?
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hotrod-steve
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Need advice regarding trim pieces on 62 Nova
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Guys I have a 62 Chevy 11 Nova, the trim pieces I am talking about go on the doors right beside the window where your arm would rest if you had it out the window and on the small window in the passenger area same place, The pieces I have now are in nice shape and have polished up perfectly but the problem I have...
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Hibred
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Antifreeze Question
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Do you use the same hydrometer to check green antifreeze as pink antifreeze?
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South Shore
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trailer brake controller
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Hi all have a trailer brake controller installed previously in my 76 regal,how can I removed it.
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taz 76regal
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970
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Flex-A-Lite Elecric Fan Install ,..????
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Has anyone had any experience with installing a ( Pusher ) Flex-A-Lite electric fan on their radiator, ?? They come with a set of 4 plastic bolts, and fast nuts. I have a problem with the idea of feeding a small philips screw driver through the core of a brand new aluminum radiator, ( as the installat...
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cheyenne
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TH 350 Trany Rebuild
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What upgrades should be considered when getting a mid 70's 350 TH transmission rebuilt for street use?
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South Shore
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looking for a scanner
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I have a snap-on m2500 but it won't work on the 07 chevy and I don't want to spend a lot of money for the cables and cartridge. I have a code reader but am looking for a decent scanner that will give me live data that shows tps etc. and not cost me a lot of $$$$. Any suggestions?
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Rustynuts
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Brake drums for 9"
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Gidday folks, I have a small bearing 9" rear diff from a 67 Fairlane with 10"x 2.5" brakes. I got the rear end w/o the drums. I'm looking for drums to fit and I can get the proper ones but the money they want for them is outrageous ( Carquest $173 per). Are there any late model drums they w...
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willys392
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1038
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Ford 302 EGR plate gasket fit
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Hi folks, I bought the Edelbrock 4 bbl EGR plate for the 302 and have found that the gasket that goes under it has an opening that is a bit too long on the supply side to the EGR valve and extends to the downstream side by about 1/8 of an inch, creating a situation where exhaust gas can bypass the EGR valve enti...
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Randyr
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Father & Son In Need of Help With Their 72 Dart Swinger
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http://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/city-of-toronto/72-swinger-looking-for-...
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Whitey
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1934 Plymouth PE
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Just had a call from a guy about his 34 Plymouth he just got, he's trying to find out what the PE model stands for??? I remember when I worked for Chrysler back in the late 60's that they had a P series some ended in a F ?? Anybody know the answer?? Thks Pete
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dualquadpete
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Dual Exhaust Inline 6 - Split Manifold or Headers
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I am considering options for an upcoming engine swap. I want to add dual exhaust to a 235 Chevy I6. I like the look of a split manifold, but I'm concerned it won't flow well enough. I also don't have the ability to weld cast iron so I'd have to find a shop to do it. Of course, I could bolt on Fenton headers and be...
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wbeaton
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51 Merc
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After months of research and measurements I think I have found a donor car. 1976 Ford Cougar, Florida car. wheelbase is very close side to side. saved everything, power windows, brake booster heater core & fan etc. will post some pics once I get the body off. -- Edited by stang on Monday 28th of Marc...
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stang
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2232
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Lizard Skin
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Has anyone ever made their own sound deadener?? I've done a little web search and apparently this stuff is easy to make, just thought I would ask if anyone here has tried and if it worked out as expected or advertised? Angelo
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V2addict
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AIR / FUEL Meters
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I 've seen these meters shown in magazines -- Is it just a matter of installing an O2 sensor in header and connecting it to the guage ?? Somehow it all sounds too simple -- But , I have zero knowledge of these things -- Would enjoy some pointers --- THANKS in Advance -- DON / Fleet 51
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fleet 51
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custom wheels
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does anyone know of any companies still in business who still make custom offset wheels?
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Seeker1056
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Lift on '54 Ford front end.
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Anyone have any experience adding some lift to a '54 ford front end ?? Nothing too radical,..( approx. 2" ),..don't want it looking like a " Gasser ". I can jack the ass end up by using Gabriel ( Rear ) air shocks manufactured for the car,..can't seem to find any for the front, and I don'...
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cheyenne
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Noisy 3.8 buick ultra motor
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I am on my 3rd. buick supercharged motor (all different years) they all have motor knock under load, gas milage is good, no oil burning. put 60,000 klix on last one.anybody else have similar problem?
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sherlock
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bolts
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anyone out there know how to take the hardness out of a bolt I have several control arm bolts seized into the sleeve/bushings and will have to use a sawzall to cut them out - problem is they are Grade 8 hardness and eat sawzall blades like no tomorrow is there something I can do on the car to remove some or al...
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Seeker1056
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WANTED
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Looking for a 57 Chev 2dr. builder. No motor and transmission ok. Not looking for perfect but don't want junk.
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tc
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windshield squirters
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my 90 chevy pu needs more pressure since it only sprays at the bottom ....I have new adjustable nozzles and are pointed as high as they will go. probably pump is worn being 25 yrs old but would rather use a pump unit from a newer vehicle. Any ideas ?
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Rustynuts
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To bag or not to bag
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I have an after market parallel leaf kit in my 39 Ford coupe and the springs ride flat which results in a rather stiff ride. I like the ride height so I don't want to re arc the springs so my plan is to remove a couple of leaves and install air bags to retain the ride height ,hoping this will smooth the ride. Ha...
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hotrod-steve
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motor/cab interferance help
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So I go to put my cab on the frame today as I had some extra people around to help. As you can see in the pictures the cab hits the dist. before the mount holes line up. I still need to move the cab forward about 2-2 1/2". Currently the motor mounts are welded in line and on top of the front cross member....
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Marten
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Carbon fiber hood
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I was at a buddies shop a couple years ago. He runs Quick32 @ 7 seconds or some such. Anyway, we were having a beverage or 10 putting the car back together for it's morning load and go. First time I even saw his new car btw. When we're all done, except a door, he says grab that door hanging on the wall. Ya full do...
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supernash
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Glass
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Can anyone tell me if there is a way to refurbish original glass, I have the original front windshield out of my 1956 F-100 and it has a line where the windshield wipers were, it is as if the blade was worn out and the wiper arm was allowed to sit on the window. Thank you, Angelo
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V2addict
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975
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load levelers
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I have a 2014 F250 diesel crew cab short box. I am towing a large 5th wheel with a hitch weight of about 2000 lbs. When I hook up, my bumper drops about 4". I would like to install a set of load leveling shocks to prevent the drop and as well stop the up and down oscillation on bumpy roads. Does anyone...
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wuga
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Trany Dyno
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Does anyone know of a shop that has a trany dyno that can check the operation of an automatic transmission?
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South Shore
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922
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Learning how to weld!!
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Iam learning how to weld from this awesome new school. The rates are cheap and in a few months your a certified welder. You can what ever you want have your own business or get a job right away. just thought id say something because I find its an awesome help now when Iam fabricating or welding something on...
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LT
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rusted rotors
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I've seen this happen on so many late model cars. The rear rotors rust up because the sliders seize. The pads are like new but they say the rotors must be replaced. How do you get around repairing the surface of the rotors so the rear brakes function, which they never do and that is why the problem in the...
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wuga
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cat converter question
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my 90 chevy has been noisy lately so today I see that there is a small about 1-1/4" dia plug that is on the bottom of the cat that is loose rusted and rattling. Why is there such a plug on a catalytic converter?
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Rustynuts
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Adjustable Air Shocks
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Hi guys, I am trying to decide which way to go with the rear suspension of my '59 Apache. I want to keep the leafs but I am wondering if anyone has used air shocks. I am looking at the Monroe Max-Air shocks. The description indicates that they are more meant for leveling a load for towing or heavy loads...
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apachomatic
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1455
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S10 rearend swap
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Well the rearend seized up on my sons s10 pickup. I hve been reading that the way to go on this is to pickup a Ford Explorer rear and the bonis is it bolts up and has disks as well . There is talk about the offset pumpkin causing issues and others say no problem. I understand the bolt pattern is different and it...
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flatblack55delivery
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