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Members Firebirds
02-28-2024, 07:54 AM
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Mecham MSE revival / refurbishment
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1,868
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Mecham MSE revival / refurbishment
Very impressive the extent you are going thru to revive your MSE. You're going to love it when your back in the driver's seat. I enjoy the heck out of mine every time I fire it up and take it for...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-11-2023, 10:23 PM
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15
Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
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658
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
I will be unavailable to dismantle the axle until last week June as I will be traveling for a bit. I hate to tear it apart and then source parts... wish the full Spicer kits were still available!...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-11-2023, 04:32 PM
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Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
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658
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
I see in your post from above #80 has part numbers for the bearing & seal. I found in my pics from a while back that the bearing cup was TIMKEN U261L, couldn't see the taper bearing as it is not...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-11-2023, 02:45 PM
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Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
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658
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
skinny z - I will definitely look into bearing & seal replacement. Yes the D44 is most likely the old version (axle date code was 3 29 4 3A = March 29, 1984 line3 1st shift) as I purchased &...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2023, 11:43 PM
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Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
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Posted By
bluehog
Re: Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
skinny z - now that i look over my pics of my removal I see what you are stating. The 4 bolt axle plate & back brake plate hold the seal which puts pressure on the taper bearing. If this is the case...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2023, 07:30 AM
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Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
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658
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
Thanks for the suggestion, I did a search "dana 44 axle "endplay" thirdgen.org" and only found one that describes what I am experiencing as far as the symptoms... but no real good answer to fixing...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-09-2023, 10:40 PM
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Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
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658
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bluehog
Dana 44 - Axle endplay?
I have searched this forum to no avail. I have a situation that I would like to correct... I have what appears to be axle endplay.
With the car on the ground If I push on the side of the rear...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-22-2023, 10:35 PM
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Important/Useful :
Dana 44 parts list
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bluehog
Re: Dana 44 parts list
Sorry jumping in here late but was reviewing your dilemma; Been a while since I was inside my D44 & was looking at several pics from my "early" model (1988)
You may want to verify that the bearing...
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Electronics
10-16-2022, 02:29 PM
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Cruise control.. whats this hook to under the dash?
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Posted By
bluehog
Re: Cruise control.. whats this hook to under the dash?
Bring this back from the dead... just got done messing with this connector. & hose It goes to the Servo unit that on my '84 is inside the engine compartment near the LF headlight, not under the dash!...
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Body
10-31-2021, 08:37 AM
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trans am front lip?
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bluehog
Re: trans am front lip?
Thanks for the info... this probably works well for the Camaro as it has a different airflow setup than the Firebirds. On my '84 the uptake of air only comes directly off the roadway and is 16" back...
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Body
10-29-2021, 10:24 PM
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trans am front lip?
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Posted By
bluehog
Re: trans am front lip?
Thanks for the words!
Point well made! Always looking for improvements to the lack of cooling with the grill-less aero package that came on my TA. I had the front grill inserts in for a...
Forum:
Body
10-29-2021, 06:22 AM
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trans am front lip?
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715
Posted By
bluehog
Re: trans am front lip?
I would think that a splitter on a TA would replace the stock air dam causing "cleaner" flow of air to the radiator. It would most likely not be visible from the front of the car since the TA's have...
Forum:
Body
10-28-2021, 06:14 AM
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trans am front lip?
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715
Posted By
bluehog
Re: trans am front lip?
Did you ever find a splitter for your TA? would like to add similar to my '84 TA
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South West Region
05-19-2021, 10:10 PM
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2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
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2,279
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bluehog
Re: 2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
Thanks for the interest... here are a few more
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South West Region
05-19-2021, 05:36 PM
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2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
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2,279
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bluehog
Re: 2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
You should look into joining the Desert Renegades, its a Poncho club here in the valley. They are looking at doing a POCI (international father club) event in late september. Here is the last i got...
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South West Region
03-17-2021, 10:28 PM
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2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
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2,279
Posted By
bluehog
Re: 2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
:thanks: Appreciate the comment, haven't had it out to to many outings. Heath set me up with the replacement MR decals, that really helped complete the update.
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South West Region
03-17-2021, 10:21 PM
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2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
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2,279
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bluehog
Re: 2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
that signature of yours has quite the list of goodies already on that '91 :thumbsup:
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South West Region
03-15-2021, 10:25 PM
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2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
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2,279
Posted By
bluehog
Re: 2020 ROLL CALL, ARIZONA
Those are some SWEET rides!
I as well am keen on the MR cars, I am the original owner of 84-0022. A little over a year ago I finished the refurb of my baby. I upped the HP & driveline but nothing...
Forum:
Cooling
09-18-2018, 08:30 PM
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7
A/C switch to R-134a questions
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1,082
Posted By
bluehog
Re: A/C switch to R-134a questions
I appreciate your comments and will review your older posts. You are right the moderator should create a sticky with valid info on A/C as it does appear to be a popular question.
As for the reason...
Forum:
Cooling
09-18-2018, 09:31 AM
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A/C condenser problem
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899
Posted By
bluehog
Re: A/C condenser problem
Eric1988 - what condenser did you finally got with?
Forum:
Cooling
09-18-2018, 06:25 AM
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7
A/C switch to R-134a questions
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1,082
Posted By
bluehog
Re: A/C switch to R-134a questions
sofakingdom ~
Is this the thread you mention:
"Don't use the "right" orifice tube for your car. The orange/red Frod one has a better orifice size for R-134A in a GM R-12 system. The "right" one...
Forum:
Cooling
09-17-2018, 08:30 PM
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7
A/C switch to R-134a questions
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1,082
Posted By
bluehog
A/C switch to R-134a questions
I have switched my 1984 V8 v-belt pulley engine over to the March serpentine setup. The original A/C system has been discharged (but still attached) for years. The serpentine setup required that I...
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Suspension and Chassis
08-05-2018, 08:27 AM
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Problem with motor mounts, engine wont come in.
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15,658
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Problem with motor mounts, engine wont come in.
Like many others I didn't realize that both mount shells were different until I cleaned them and saw the different #'s. The engine was originally replaced with a 350 when new from Mecham Pontiac and...
Forum:
Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-03-2018, 05:37 AM
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3
Fuel Sending Unit - What did you do?
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902
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Fuel Sending Unit - What did you do?
Was yours stock? This unit is a stock setup except for the Walbro 255 ltr pump and 3/8" high pressure hose to the EFI. Really trying to find out if anyone has had success/issues with the stock EFI...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
08-02-2018, 10:00 PM
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8
EFI Fuel sending unit return line
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4,277
Posted By
bluehog
Re: EFI Fuel sending unit return line
General Disorder ~
Thanks for the input. I have just heard and read many that say with all the bends and small barb ends on the 5/16" line that it is just asking for trouble (back pressure). The ID...
Forum:
Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-02-2018, 06:25 AM
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3
Fuel Sending Unit - What did you do?
Views:
902
Posted By
bluehog
Fuel Sending Unit - What did you do?
I am currently in the process of switching from factory carb to the Holley Sniper EFI. Since my ’84 TA did not have the EFI tank I have purchased a new unit for an ’89 5.7L and the sending unit to...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
08-02-2018, 06:18 AM
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8
EFI Fuel sending unit return line
Views:
4,277
Posted By
bluehog
Re: EFI Fuel sending unit return line
TTT (to the top)
Ideas on this anyone?
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
07-30-2018, 05:27 AM
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8
EFI Fuel sending unit return line
Views:
4,277
Posted By
bluehog
Re: EFI Fuel sending unit return line
After looking at the sending unit I see that there is a 3/8” line for the tank pressure valve ( the one that is mounted above the axle). I was thinking of converting this with an added 3/8” hard tube...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
07-30-2018, 05:17 AM
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8
EFI Fuel sending unit return line
Views:
4,277
Posted By
bluehog
EFI Fuel sending unit return line
I am currently in the process of switching from factory carb to the Holley Sniper EFI. Since my ’84 TA did not have the EFI tank I have purchased a new unit for an ’89 5.7L and the sending unit to...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
07-29-2018, 12:24 AM
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6
Fuel filler neck misalignment with new tank
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2,706
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Fuel filler neck misalignment with new tank
Well I took a 2.5" piece of an exhaust pipe and placed it over the neck as far down as it would go and bent the neck to the rear and up a little and all looks good now. Since this was a trial fit...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
07-28-2018, 03:58 PM
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6
Fuel filler neck misalignment with new tank
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2,706
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bluehog
Fuel filler neck misalignment with new tank
Looking for advice on how to reposition filler neck on my new tank I am installing. After test fitting the new Spectra Premium tank in place...after fighting to install with the tank straps, the...
Forum:
Carburetors
06-19-2018, 06:15 AM
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6
84 HO car to Holley Sniper
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3,836
Posted By
bluehog
Re: 84 HO car to Holley Sniper
Craig84Z - did you ever make the switch to the Sniper? Would love to hear your review as I am planning this in the coming months.
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-25-2015, 06:08 PM
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83-92 clutch reservoirs
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1,183
Posted By
bluehog
Re: 83-92 clutch reservoirs
I am interested... how you accept payment - PAYPAL?
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-17-2014, 10:27 PM
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11
WANTED***Clutch fluid reservoir***WANTED
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935
Posted By
bluehog
Re: WANTED***Clutch fluid reservoir***WANTED
Anyone know where to find a replacement clutch reservoir? I am in need as mine shows signs of many fractures in the dry-rotted housing and the cap is cracked. I have been looking for a while now and...
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-13-2014, 06:18 AM
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340
GM Steering Shaft Upgrade
Views:
70,026
Posted By
bluehog
Re: GM Steering Shaft Upgrade
NOSHOWALLGO or anyone using the Crown 4487696K bearing kit- any issues with the bearing kit? any mod required? ready and waiting for the shaft when next are available and figured I best order this...
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-07-2014, 08:01 AM
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340
GM Steering Shaft Upgrade
Views:
70,026
Posted By
bluehog
Re: GM Steering Shaft Upgrade
MC87SS sent you a PM for GM solid shaft with Astro steering bearing.
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
03-03-2014, 05:26 AM
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16
Engines in cold temperatures
Views:
988
Posted By
bluehog
Re: Engines in cold temperatures
I am currently doing a rebuild on a 84 TA with a 350 (was the 305 HO)... what block heater part number would be correct? I've done a search and since the 350 was not available in 84 I came up short....
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