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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 06-20-2024, 01:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 146
Posted By HWYSTR455
Had the same issues with the bracket, that T bar...

Had the same issues with the bracket, that T bar thing is junk. It breaks all the time from the vibration. The belt is super long and that thing is on stilts.

"Yeah, we'll just put a heavy-azz...
Forum: Interior TECH 06-20-2024, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 323
Posted By HWYSTR455
Very common problem, it's the foam/cushioned...

Very common problem, it's the foam/cushioned used, and/or replacement seat pans.

ACI is the best option but still requires 'fitment' in many cases.

I believe the pans are not the same as OE,...
Forum: Interior TECH 06-20-2024, 11:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 164
Posted By HWYSTR455
I switch back & forth between a 68-72 A-body and...

I switch back & forth between a 68-72 A-body and a 2nd gen F, but know one does require the ends to be bent up behind the headliner rear panels.

I think there is a rough crease in the ends that...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-20-2024, 09:58 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 19,059
Posted By HWYSTR455
Which body shop is that? Can always use a good...

Which body shop is that? Can always use a good reference for a shop, I still have one more car to get done. And maybe some repair on a recent one too.


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Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-18-2024, 06:07 PM
Replies: 443
Views: 105,605
Posted By HWYSTR455
I did a 'square' 455 once, .060 over, got...

I did a 'square' 455 once, .060 over, got considerable hard/abusive miles out of it, would have to check my notes, but sure it went over 50k miles.

The factory crank broke, and yes, it was fully...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-18-2024, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 190
Posted By HWYSTR455
Excellent, thank you SD73! .

Excellent, thank you SD73!


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Forum: Electrical Tech 06-18-2024, 01:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 170
Posted By HWYSTR455
You can shuffle through a large list of them...

You can shuffle through a large list of them here, too:

https://www.clipsandfasteners.com/default.asp

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Forum: Suspension TECH 06-18-2024, 12:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 123
Posted By HWYSTR455
That looks like a tall ball joint, does it...

That looks like a tall ball joint, does it mention it in the instructions of the kit you got?

Got part numbers/links?


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-18-2024, 12:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 179
Posted By HWYSTR455
Just a suggestion, what I do is install 2 studs...

Just a suggestion, what I do is install 2 studs and then slide the heads on, then screw in the rest of the studs.

It's easier to get the gasket and head down to the deck that way.


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-18-2024, 12:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 179
Posted By HWYSTR455
I just went thru this when I switched to 340cfm...

I just went thru this when I switched to 340cfm E-heads, and the ARP studs are listed by ARP as 110 ftlbs. (with ARP lube).

https://tech.arp-bolts.com/instructions/190-4305.pdf

That's for the...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-17-2024, 12:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 176
Posted By HWYSTR455
They are different, but I went the other way,...

They are different, but I went the other way, from non-AC to AC pulleys for the added cooling.

When I went through this, I contacted RARE, they have complete listings, and were happy to provide...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-17-2024, 12:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 190
Posted By HWYSTR455
I'm interested in this as well, since I am...

I'm interested in this as well, since I am switching over from a bow-type to the cardboard type.

I suspect they would be in the same location as the bow-type though.


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Forum: Suspension TECH 06-17-2024, 12:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,048
Posted By HWYSTR455
Curious, which shocks are you using? I had...

Curious, which shocks are you using?

I had Bilstein's in there before the QA1s 2x adj, and although they are better than many, the QA1s are light years ahead. Way smoother, and can switch to a...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-17-2024, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 293
Posted By HWYSTR455
I was told that the Snap-On 'Crud Thug' is the...

I was told that the Snap-On 'Crud Thug' is the silver bullet for removing undercoating, even saved info regarding when I heard about it.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156230537908

They make an...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-17-2024, 09:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 673
Posted By HWYSTR455
The problem with NTP fittings is they taper down,...

The problem with NTP fittings is they taper down, which makes less thread making contact. Like I've said, I've been here before, and I never was able to get them sealed up. You might get lucky, but I...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-17-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 868
Posted By HWYSTR455
Very nice! I'm in the 24 year boat too! Mine...

Very nice! I'm in the 24 year boat too! Mine won't be ready until spring though!


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-17-2024, 09:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 673
Posted By HWYSTR455
Here's one for $145: ...

Here's one for $145:
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Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-17-2024, 08:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 673
Posted By HWYSTR455
Here's the part number for the radiator fitting,...

Here's the part number for the radiator fitting, it's an Aeroquip steel 5/16 flare to AN -6 one:

https://www.amazon.com/Aeroquip-FCM2963-Inverted-Pressure-Adapter/dp/B000CIHY8G

Those threads...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-17-2024, 08:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 171
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yes, there needs to be a proper gap between the...

Yes, there needs to be a proper gap between the converter mount pads when pushed all the way into the trans and the flywheel, the actual spec is 1/16 - 1/8, but I would suggest closer to the 1/8...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-17-2024, 08:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 209
Posted By HWYSTR455
I say use the Lokar ones, they are cut to length,...

I say use the Lokar ones, they are cut to length, and then just use a knockoff aluminum bracket:

https://www.lokar.com/throt-cable-kickdowns.html
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Forum: EFI Tech 06-16-2024, 07:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,034
Posted By HWYSTR455
Looking at the 'Meth Twin Turbo' global file...

Looking at the 'Meth Twin Turbo' global file example under 'Custom Cals' > 'Racing', the approach above sounds about right:

This is the AFR table for that global file.

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Forum: EFI Tech 06-16-2024, 07:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,034
Posted By HWYSTR455
You mentioned E85, so this may be of some...

You mentioned E85, so this may be of some interest to you:

"The stoichiometric air fuel ratio of gasoline ranges from approximately 14.5 to 15.0 but is generally considered to be 14.7....
Forum: EFI Tech 06-16-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,034
Posted By HWYSTR455
Ok, went back and re-read, you're running the MSD...

Ok, went back and re-read, you're running the MSD dual sync.

It is extremely important to make sure you have the inductive delay set properly. As RPMs rise, like over 3000-4000 RPM, the timing can...
Forum: EFI Tech 06-16-2024, 06:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,034
Posted By HWYSTR455
Not sure if that's a vacuum port or not, but you...

Not sure if that's a vacuum port or not, but you could pull the body and blast a little air in it, see where it comes out (or not).

I would think you would want something larger than a fuel line...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-16-2024, 07:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 534
Posted By HWYSTR455
The programmable 6-AL2 supports 1, 2, or 3 bar...

The programmable 6-AL2 supports 1, 2, or 3 bar MAP sensor. Look at the YouTube vid I posted. It's easy to used, you have a graph that you can drag points to your desired values.

The MSD 6-BTM is...
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