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Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-24-2024, 02:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 698
Posted By Formulajones
Na, been doing it for many years that way,...

Na, been doing it for many years that way, doesn't matter how hot it gets here, 105-110-115+ degrees outside and it never causes an issue with heat soak or vapor lock, even with the junk 91 pump gas...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 03-20-2024, 05:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,306
Posted By prostreet64
Sounds like you have it pretty well thought out....

Sounds like you have it pretty well thought out. And you are right about making sure fuel delivery is not an issue. Are you already running 1/2" fuel line? Even on my son's Bird with the 400 we had...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 03-20-2024, 03:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,306
Posted By yellow1098
That is exactly why I wondering what was holding...

That is exactly why I wondering what was holding me back so much because of the 340 heads and bigger cam and 1300….I was figuring I just be in the low 11’s or high 10’s also….but Im thinking after...
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-20-2024, 02:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,323
Posted By Shiny
You got good advice on the drop risk. There are...

You got good advice on the drop risk. There are "industry-accepted" drop event assumptions that spell out probability of drop per height. 36" is probably a 1 in 100 probability for low-weight...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-18-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,364
Posted By Formulajones
The low speeds around town idea is great in...

The low speeds around town idea is great in theory. Most of you guys just don't drive these cars much anyway so I can see the reluctance to change outdated tires.

Here in Arizona we do 200-300...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 03-15-2024, 01:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 222
Posted By Brock1030
Thanks for those great vids, 78w72! Had seen...

Thanks for those great vids, 78w72! Had seen those on line, but great to hear again.

Cliff has been very generously already advising after my inquiry to him. He is encouraging the Crower 60240,...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-14-2024, 09:19 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,364
Posted By mrennie
I'm from Scottish heritage (cheap). My Cooper...

I'm from Scottish heritage (cheap). My Cooper Cobras are 7 years old...were installed 2 years ago and will see the road for the first time in a few months. They look mint, have not a crack, mark, or...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-14-2024, 09:11 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,364
Posted By grivera
The 10 year recommendation illustrates how...

The 10 year recommendation illustrates how subjective this is as there is no disclaimer that it only applies to Michelin tires
Forum: Interior TECH 03-11-2024, 11:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,199
Posted By kingbuzzo
Yes, my old tuxedo 74 TA had an off-white cloth...

Yes, my old tuxedo 74 TA had an off-white cloth headliner which I haven't seen since
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-06-2024, 02:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 563
Posted By Gator67
I just installed Metro Supersoft door seals on my...

I just installed Metro Supersoft door seals on my son's 79. They fit well and the doors close without having to slam them. I left the Fairchild roof rail seals in place because they play nicely with...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-04-2024, 04:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,384
Posted By Kenth
20w50 viscosity engine oil is the usual cause for...

20w50 viscosity engine oil is the usual cause for ticking lifters.

Recipe is 10w30 as the manufacturer recommends for viscosity.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 02-27-2024, 04:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 312
Posted By sperry67
Mods so far..... Yes, went with the 2.5"...

Mods so far..... Yes, went with the 2.5" downpipe, cat delete, 2.5" to the Y pipe for now, but will most likely continue the 2.5" all the way back w/ muffler delete.
Just had carb rebuilt as well as...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 02-27-2024, 10:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 312
Posted By sperry67
1981 Turbo T/A

My wife and I acquired her dad's car after he passed away ~2 years ago. He was 2nd owner and car had been stored for 35 years. ~58,000 miles. Interior was re-done last winter, drove it a little bit...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-24-2024, 11:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,252
Posted By PAUL K
We designed a program around 2000. It was...

We designed a program around 2000. It was originally created for one of Butler's "Engine Master" entries. Unfortunately with today's labor costs and inflated parts prices it wouldn't be cost...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-16-2024, 06:21 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,699
Posted By ZeGermanHam
How do you figure? The Amazon listing is selling...

How do you figure? The Amazon listing is selling them for $89.99 for 12 including shipping but before tax. I placed an order through Rock Auto for 12 of them, which came out to $71.71 including...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-13-2024, 02:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,164
Posted By Formulajones
It failed because he's running a crank case full...

It failed because he's running a crank case full of transmission fluid in it. That for sure scored bearings and cylinder walls running it for any length of time, and he said he did that more than...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-12-2024, 04:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,303
Posted By b-man
Thumbs down Goodbye troll. :mad: :ranger:

Goodbye troll. :mad:

:ranger:
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-12-2024, 03:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,303
Posted By b-man
Gladly. After you stop referring to yourself...

Gladly.

After you stop referring to yourself in the third person, as requested by a moderator and numerous other members.

We know who’s posting by looking at your username, stop it already.
...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-11-2024, 12:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,303
Posted By Formulajones
Mike, Putting fresh heads on a short block does...

Mike, Putting fresh heads on a short block does not cause premature failure. Not even sure where that folklore even comes from but if you search the internet long enough you'll find someone that...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-11-2024, 12:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 590
Posted By 1bad65
Yep. Good thing is it's not very thick and rubs...

Yep. Good thing is it's not very thick and rubs off with some thinner and elbow grease. Appreciate the guidance.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 02-10-2024, 12:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 284
Posted By Skip Fix
Metro I agree is the best. Tried Soft Seal on the...

Metro I agree is the best. Tried Soft Seal on the Camaro and could not shut the doors! I was luck and found some GM when I did the 81 TA a few years back.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 02-08-2024, 03:28 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,293
Posted By TAKerry
Each side of the headlight harness has a ground...

Each side of the headlight harness has a ground to the core support. Fuel gauge grounds in the trunk. Is your oil pressure hooked up at the motor end? There is no specific ground to that, I suppose...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-04-2024, 06:54 PM
Replies: 264
Views: 13,375
Posted By b-man
Agree. However any engine either freshly...

Agree.

However any engine either freshly built and never run or even a low miles nice performance engine are all a hard sell and lose value the minute you plunked down your cash to build them in...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-04-2024, 01:46 PM
Replies: 264
Views: 13,375
Posted By Gach
With out getting into a whole tutorial, I know...

With out getting into a whole tutorial, I know you think what you have is worth allot of money, Thats never going to happen. I
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-04-2024, 01:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,853
Posted By wh33lman
I mentioned earlier in the thread the previous...

I mentioned earlier in the thread the previous owner's combo. He was upset that I changed it to suit my combo.
But I was not wanting a big tire pro street show car just to win trophies.

It is...
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