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Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-02-2024, 07:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 786
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yeah I did one a while back, back when it wasn't...

Yeah I did one a while back, back when it wasn't as common. It is for a 68-72, but still applies:


https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=586470&highlight=4l80e+install

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Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-02-2024, 06:55 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 11,693
Posted By HWYSTR455
Interesting for sure. Well top ring is more...

Interesting for sure. Well top ring is more critical in 'most' apps but am guessing the engine was purpose built for something that has either high peak RPMs and/or sustained higher RPMs? Or possibly...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-01-2024, 09:27 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 11,693
Posted By HWYSTR455
Bottom or did you mean 2nd ring? .

Bottom or did you mean 2nd ring?


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Forum: Electrical Tech 06-01-2024, 07:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 181
Posted By HWYSTR455
No trick, just remove the 2 screw in the corners...

No trick, just remove the 2 screw in the corners of the block, and have the engine and forward light harness unplugged from the engine compartment side.

You will have little room to work with tho,...
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-01-2024, 07:23 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,335
Posted By HWYSTR455
Sorry I missed this, but no issues removing the...

Sorry I missed this, but no issues removing the cover, as long as you don't get impatient. Like I said, if you lift up slightly and turn the cover lengthwise towards the intake, and then lift up, all...
Forum: Interior TECH 06-01-2024, 07:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 105
Posted By HWYSTR455
If the column is the type with the bracket that...

If the column is the type with the bracket that attaches to the dash, and it can 'drop' down once unbolted, yes, you can replace the dash after.

But just to say, R&R of a column is generally a...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-01-2024, 07:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 622
Posted By HWYSTR455
'Oly crap! Those things are $36 these days?...

'Oly crap! Those things are $36 these days? Insanity!


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-01-2024, 06:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 786
Posted By HWYSTR455
IF, you never plan on selling the car, AND you're...

IF, you never plan on selling the car, AND you're ready for a new trans and need to spend money, spending a little more now will pay off big in the long run.

Once you install an OD, you will never...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-30-2024, 06:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 785
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yes, spoke to him regarding mine, was extremely...

Yes, spoke to him regarding mine, was extremely helpful.


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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-30-2024, 12:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 180
Posted By HWYSTR455
My 71 LeMans Sport was a 2nd owner car when I...

My 71 LeMans Sport was a 2nd owner car when I bought it, 69k miles, 350 2bbl AC car, and my hoses went thru the large rubber grommet too.


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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-30-2024, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 811
Posted By HWYSTR455
You can use a piece of sheet aluminum, doesn't...

You can use a piece of sheet aluminum, doesn't have to be very thick, so can be easy to bend. You can bend a 90 degree on the edge in a metal door jam. If you have access to a brake, you can bend it...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-30-2024, 10:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 811
Posted By HWYSTR455
Only reason it says that is due to the dual fan...

Only reason it says that is due to the dual fan shroud but can easily adapt with a little effort.

Take a look at this pic and others on the listing and it will be more clear.


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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-29-2024, 06:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 811
Posted By HWYSTR455
Resto-a-musclecar makes them: ...

Resto-a-musclecar makes them:

https://store.restoreamusclecar.com/1970-1981-Pontiac-TransAm-Upper-Radiator-Bracket.aspx

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Forum: Interior TECH 05-29-2024, 05:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 817
Posted By HWYSTR455
Acme Auto: ...

Acme Auto:

http://www.acmeautoheadlining.com/


EDIT: Actually, it looks like it's the one that Ames sells....

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Forum: Interior TECH 05-29-2024, 05:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 817
Posted By HWYSTR455
I'm not a big fan of Classic, have had a number...

I'm not a big fan of Classic, have had a number of issues buying from them, mostly stuff they say is for a 'bird and ends up being for a camaro.

I'm switching over to the 73 design on my 71,...
Forum: Interior TECH 05-29-2024, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 513
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yes, been looking at the Thorton ones for a while...

Yes, been looking at the Thorton ones for a while now, and Thorton doesn't sell stuff they don't use.

They went through a lengthy process to find a more 'correct' solution and wouldn't have done...
Forum: Interior TECH 05-29-2024, 05:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 553
Posted By HWYSTR455
Just to say it out loud, webbing can and does...

Just to say it out loud, webbing can and does wear. Dying is troublesome, doesn't last very long, and can bleed.

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Forum: Interior TECH 05-29-2024, 05:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 250
Posted By HWYSTR455
I'd be interested in what you find with the black...

I'd be interested in what you find with the black ones. I've had black ones before and still had them sag/slip though.

Another thing to comment, if you overtighten the screw, it can break the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-28-2024, 12:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 785
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yes, it has 30 spline axles, the true Trac for...

Yes, it has 30 spline axles, the true Trac for 8.5s only come in 30 spline I believe, but it didn't fit well, and there was some doctoring involved. I know it has the ears of an 8.5, but it's an...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-28-2024, 05:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 785
Posted By HWYSTR455
The '72 442 tribute born-with rear is date coded...

The '72 442 tribute born-with rear is date coded mid-'71, has bolt-in axles, 10 bolt cover/ring gear, and had I believe 10.5 drums.

I went thru it with all new perf guts, 3.42s, TrueTrac, cap...
Forum: Suspension TECH 05-25-2024, 06:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,335
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yes, and have the new Ames engine mounts, which...

Yes, and have the new Ames engine mounts, which raise the engine by @ 1". The clearance from cover to booster in the closest area is about 2".

I have fuel rails too, but just need to kind of turn...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-24-2024, 02:11 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 11,693
Posted By HWYSTR455
Great job explaining the process, kudos! I...

Great job explaining the process, kudos!

I tried to tell folks to go bigger on the gaps but so many think there will be blow-by or loss of power, which is totally not the case unless you go REAL...
Forum: Suspension TECH 05-20-2024, 09:05 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,686
Posted By HWYSTR455
That looks GREAT! Now that you have those...

That looks GREAT!

Now that you have those on, you can see if you can squeeze a 245 under the front. Does it appear if there's room? I know some are running them.

I had some DWSs before, but had...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 05-16-2024, 09:42 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,699
Posted By HWYSTR455
Wet sanding commencing.... .

Wet sanding commencing....


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-13-2024, 02:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,030
Posted By HWYSTR455
I shaved the ears off too, here's my install...

I shaved the ears off too, here's my install thread:

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=586470&highlight=4l80e+install

I did switch to a G-Force crossmember once they...
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