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Wheels and Tires
03-16-2011, 09:06 PM
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Will a 4th gen spare tire fit on my 86 IROC?
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elano
Will a 4th gen spare tire fit on my 86 IROC?
I don't trust my "inflata tire" factory spare. One of my friends gave me what I believe is a 4th gen spare tire. The backspacing is over 1" greater than my stock one. Will this fit on the front and...
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History / Originality
09-23-2010, 05:10 PM
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Are t top bags different from years?
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3,414
Posted By
elano
Re: Are t top bags different from years?
Looks like somebody removed yours when they changed the carpet. Good news is there are tons of t-top cars in the junkyards that will have these still in them.
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Tech / General Engine
09-23-2010, 01:28 AM
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Starter Trouble
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467
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elano
Re: Starter Trouble
Check the neutral safety switch.
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History / Originality
09-22-2010, 11:43 PM
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Are t top bags different from years?
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3,414
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elano
Re: Are t top bags different from years?
Both zipper style and velcro style bags hook to the metal brackets bolted to the floorboard. In this picture they are circled in RED.
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The other hooks on the bag, hook to another pair...
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LTX and LSX
09-21-2010, 12:28 AM
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another 5.3 thread. with common problem questions
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elano
Re: another 5.3 thread. with common problem questions
Cool, how much did you pay for it? Just curious.
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Tech / General Engine
09-20-2010, 11:45 PM
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how to change the fuel pressure regulator?
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18,995
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elano
Re: how to change the fuel pressure regulator?
I'm sorry it's taken me so long to reply, but I JUST found the link today. You're probobally already done with this, but for anyone else who might stumble across this page and need a walkthrough...
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Electronics
09-16-2010, 06:26 PM
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Buzzer with the lights
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687
Posted By
elano
Re: Buzzer with the lights
What is the "convenience center"?
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LTX and LSX
08-23-2010, 06:47 PM
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1989 5.3/t56 swap underway
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Posted By
elano
Re: 1989 5.3/t56 swap underway
Awesome thread!!! Thanks for posting all those pictures and explaining what you were doing.
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Wheels and Tires
08-23-2010, 11:40 AM
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1986 Z28 with IROC 16" wheels: Are F and R different widths?
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elano
Re: So how WIDE can I go on an IROC 16x8 rim?
In the rear, you can fit a BFG 295/50/16 on the stock irocs.
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Tech / General Engine
08-20-2010, 06:29 PM
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XE284 Base timing
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elano
Re: XE284 Base timing
I have my xe284 in a 383 stroker and shift at 5500rpm. I run 16* initial advance but the cam really likes it higher, around 20 +/-.
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Tech / General Engine
07-29-2010, 05:12 PM
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how to change the fuel pressure regulator?
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elano
Re: how to change the fuel pressure regulator?
I wish I could find the site that had a walkthrough of this. It's pretty straightforward, you just work your way down to it under the plentum and runners.
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Body
07-29-2010, 04:48 PM
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Louvers hardware?
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16,903
Posted By
elano
Re: Louvers hardware?
I have the hardware pieces if anyone wants them. My louvers broke and flew off on the drag strip so I left it there. Jacked the hardware, so if anyone need them, PM me.
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Body
07-28-2010, 03:54 PM
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How much does YOUR car weigh??
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elano
Re: How much does YOUR car weigh??
1986 IROC-Z
383 stroke, cast iron heads, aluminum intake, subframe connectors, NO ac or emissions. Full interior, true duals. 1/2 tank of gas
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-12-2010, 09:04 PM
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Turbo 350 kickdown cable. Use it?
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elano
Re: Turbo 350 kickdown cable. Use it?
It's your call. You don't have to but sometimes it's nice to be able to automatically downshift. Are you using a b&m ratchet shifter? If so you don't really need it since you can go from d-2 pretty...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-12-2010, 09:02 PM
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Went to the dragstrip need help!!
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860
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elano
Re: Went to the dragstrip need help!!
I'm amazed too!! I think this may be a gov-loc record!!! haha jk but seriously, that 10 bolt is legit!
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Wheels and Tires
07-11-2010, 12:01 PM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
Yea, I'm now I'm starting to think they look okay. Thanks Oscars!
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Suspension and Chassis
07-11-2010, 12:00 PM
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LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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elano
Re: LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
Well, I loosened the bolts again on the rear side and torqued them to 65 ft/lbs. The front ones I couldn't get a torque wrench on so I hit them as tight as I could get with 2 box end wrenches.Then...
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Wheels and Tires
07-10-2010, 04:45 PM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
Well they're on, and I don't really think I like the way it looks. Something about the 60 sidewall makes it look goofy I think. I might put stock ones back on it. Here's pics.
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Wheels and Tires
07-10-2010, 01:06 AM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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Posted By
elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
Thanks for the info!
I will get them mounted tomorrow and post a pic. I was actually starting to like the stagared look of the 295/50 rear and 245/50 front. Oh well, I'm only out $35 if I don't...
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Carburetors
07-10-2010, 12:46 AM
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Who all reads spark plugs?
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elano
Who all reads spark plugs?
What are you looking for?
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Wheels and Tires
07-09-2010, 08:11 PM
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Tire shopping, 245/50/16
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7,195
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elano
Re: Tire shopping, 245/50/16
Any update?
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Cooling
07-09-2010, 05:57 PM
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63
400SBC carbed overheating in hot weather
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4,054
Posted By
elano
Re: 400SBC carbed overheating in hot weather
I got my radiator temp switch from advanced auto for $20. I have it wired to the low speed on my taurus fan. The high speed is wired to a switch I put in the dash so I can hit it if things start...
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Wheels and Tires
07-09-2010, 05:52 PM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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8,382
Posted By
elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
Sweet now I know another size I can use. Thanks!!!!
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Wheels and Tires
07-09-2010, 05:49 PM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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8,382
Posted By
elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
And those are 215/60s or 225/55s?? Those don't look bad at all!! The tread width looks wider than mine tho what tire is that? Also, THANKS for posting pictures!!!!!
Edit: Okay I blew up the...
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Wheels and Tires
07-09-2010, 11:28 AM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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8,382
Posted By
elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
Haha, nah I have 295/50/16s on the back now. Just need to find a pair of good cheap tires to mount on the front for the time being. I had an allignment issue that ate them up.
Here's what the car...
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Wheels and Tires
07-09-2010, 01:15 AM
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18
Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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8,382
Posted By
elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
Dang. Thanks man, I guess I'll need to find something else. Any idea what the most common tire size for these? I need to buy used or cheap new ones temporarily. My 245/50/16s are trashed.
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Members Camaros
07-09-2010, 12:58 AM
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198
My 91 RS Build Thread...Sorry Cash for Clunkers...
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44,446
Posted By
elano
Re: My 91 RS Build Thread...Sorry Cash for Clunkers...
Wow man!! You're an inspiration! Good job so far!!!!
Forum:
Exhaust
07-09-2010, 12:50 AM
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3
Removing the Stock Exhaust??
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619
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elano
Re: Removing the Stock Exhaust??
Stephen covered it. I like to use the sawzall for this. If you don't have one, now would be a great time to invest in one.
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Cooling
07-09-2010, 12:48 AM
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63
400SBC carbed overheating in hot weather
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4,054
Posted By
elano
Re: 400SBC carbed overheating in hot weather
Definately fan. Get an aftermarket switch that mounts in the radiator and turns it on around 200 and off at 180. Also a better fan with shroud might be needed. I picked up my ford tarus fan from a...
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Carburetors
07-09-2010, 12:43 AM
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Assembling Manual Choke
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5,070
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elano
Re: Assembling Manual Choke
I've done it a few times. It's pretty straight forward. One thing you don't wanna forget is to cover up the little hole under the electric choke housing with the supplied piece of tape/paper. I think...
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Tech / General Engine
07-08-2010, 04:22 PM
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Ported 416 heads
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40,731
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elano
Re: Ported 416 heads
Nice work!! Please keep us updated!
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Wheels and Tires
07-08-2010, 02:50 PM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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8,382
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elano
Re: Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
I'm mostly worried that that skinny of a tire would look funny mounted on an 8" wheel. Like buldge at the bottom and get narrow at the top.
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Wheels and Tires
07-08-2010, 02:26 PM
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Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
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8,382
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elano
Will a 215/60/16 on iroc wheel look dumb?
I have an almost free pair of michelin 215/60/16s I am thinking of putting on my FRONT IROC wheels since my current 245s are bald. I currently have BFG 295/50/16s in the back right now.Would this...
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Wheels and Tires
07-05-2010, 09:09 PM
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Stock vs. IROC vs. TT2s
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800
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elano
Re: Stock vs. IROC vs. TT2s
I vote for stock ones. I think they're good looking wheels.
Forum:
Wheels and Tires
07-05-2010, 04:33 PM
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IROCs or GTAs *pics*
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1,050
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elano
Re: IROCs or GTAs *pics*
IROCs.
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Power Adders
07-05-2010, 02:06 PM
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28
street car went 9.7 and 147mph
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1,390
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elano
Re: street car went 9.7 and 147mph
Nice!! What was your 60'?
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Theoretical and Street Racing
07-05-2010, 10:41 AM
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25
Kill Of the Day
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1,427
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elano
Re: Kill Of the Day
This reminds me of a story. Back when I just had my stock LG4 305 and 5 speed, one night I pulled up next to a full size dodge truck at a redlight. Was prob an 02 or something. Anyways I rev it up...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-05-2010, 02:38 AM
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My transmission nightmare
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973
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elano
Re: My transmission nightmare
I didn't read the other thread so I'm sure I missed it, but what was wrong with his tc lockup?
Also OP sounds like maybe you broke your shifter cable or linkage broke. Get underneath the car and...
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Wheels and Tires
07-05-2010, 01:17 AM
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pictures of 295-50-16?
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18,372
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elano
Re: pictures of 295-50-16?
Here's mine. Just got them put on last week. What do yall think?
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-02-2010, 03:27 PM
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12
Gangsters buying up our cars?
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1,125
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elano
Gangsters buying up our cars?
Are our cars turning into the new Monte carlo ss/ caprice classic/ el camino? What I mean is do you guys think our cars are being bought up by all the wannabe gangsters to put whacky paint jobs and...
Forum:
Firebirds for Sale
06-30-2010, 04:16 PM
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2
1989 Turbo TA
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1,860
Posted By
elano
Re: 1989 Turbo TA
Don't do it man! What you have is way cooler than a c6!
Forum:
North East Region
06-25-2010, 05:30 PM
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49
Stolen firebird northern NJ/newark area. stolen between 10pm-7am last night
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1,508
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elano
Re: Stolen firebird northern NJ/newark area. stolen between 10pm-7am last night
Sorry to hear that man. Hope you get it back!
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
06-25-2010, 05:19 PM
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24
LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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2,008
Posted By
elano
Re: LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
Rear end was built less than 10k miles ago. I've got a zexel-torsen. You think it may be going bad?
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Suspension and Chassis
06-25-2010, 09:45 AM
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24
LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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2,008
Posted By
elano
Re: LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
Swaybar links were replaced less than 10,000 miles ago with moog polys. They look tight still. Trans mount is energy suspension poly as well and it's in good condition. You can definately here the...
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Suspension and Chassis
06-24-2010, 09:38 PM
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LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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2,008
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elano
Re: LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
Well I loosened them up and then snugged them and drove around. Something is still binding. I torqued the rear lca-to-axle bolts to 65 as the haynes manual says for pre 87, I couldn't get to the...
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Suspension and Chassis
06-24-2010, 06:12 PM
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LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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2,008
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elano
Re: LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
I re-torqued the shock mounts, I'll check the spring seats but I'm pretty sure it's the LCAs, I just tightened them with a wrench and breaker bar. I'm not sure how tight they should be, I don't want...
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Suspension and Chassis
06-24-2010, 03:59 PM
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LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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2,008
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elano
Re: LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
What would you suggest?
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Suspension and Chassis
06-24-2010, 12:48 PM
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LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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2,008
Posted By
elano
Re: LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
BUMP
The haynes manual has 2 different toque specs:
50ft lb for years 87 and below
85ft lb for years 88 and above
Why are there different specs? did they use different bolt? I'm using...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-24-2010, 12:10 AM
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Carb/TH350 guys! Which kickdown cable are you using?
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elano
Re: Carb/TH350 guys! Which kickdown cable are you using?
hardly any slack, it fit well.
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
06-23-2010, 10:52 PM
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LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
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2,008
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elano
LCA noise caused from being torqued too tight?
I've got a clunk that my car has developed, I'm thinking I might have got the LCAs too tight when I put them in, could this cause binding? When I go over a big bump, the rear clunks like something is...
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