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Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-02-2004, 10:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 327
Posted By yankeeralph
I have read and read and I get a lot of...

I have read and read and I get a lot of suggestions but I can not make up my mind on a new cam.

The motor is a 1968 YC 400 bored +.030 with #15 heads (stock valves but new valve job with seals and...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-02-2004, 10:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 327
Posted By yankeeralph
I have read and read and I get a lot of...

I have read and read and I get a lot of suggestions but I can not make up my mind on a new cam.

The motor is a 1968 YC 400 bored +.030 with #15 heads (stock valves but new valve job with seals and...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 03-05-2004, 09:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 357
Posted By yankeeralph
Does anybody know the difference in the first...

Does anybody know the difference in the first digits of the data plate. I have one with a "78" and another with "ST78". Both are 78 T/As. The "78" car is from CA and appears as a base T/A model. ...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 03-05-2004, 09:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 357
Posted By yankeeralph
Does anybody know the difference in the first...

Does anybody know the difference in the first digits of the data plate. I have one with a "78" and another with "ST78". Both are 78 T/As. The "78" car is from CA and appears as a base T/A model. ...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 03-01-2004, 02:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 692
Posted By yankeeralph
Have the same problem with my 78T/A. Almost like...

Have the same problem with my 78T/A. Almost like a safety catch. I just lightly push down on the hood and pull the hood latch handle again, then pull up lightly on the hood. It really is a hood...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-24-2004, 10:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,976
Posted By yankeeralph
Thanks Randy I have the adjustable vacuum...

Thanks Randy

I have the adjustable vacuum advance unit, can't remember the brand, but it has an adjustment for total advance also. I'll try taking it down several degrees to see what it does for...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-24-2004, 10:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,976
Posted By yankeeralph
I need some cam expert help. I presently...

I need some cam expert help.

I presently have some slight pinging under light acceleration with a Comp Cam High Energy 268H cam. Installed in a 68 YC 400 with stock 15 heads, +.030 on cylinder --...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-24-2004, 10:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,976
Posted By yankeeralph
I need some cam expert help. I presently...

I need some cam expert help.

I presently have some slight pinging under light acceleration with a Comp Cam High Energy 268H cam. Installed in a 68 YC 400 with stock 15 heads, +.030 on cylinder --...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-21-2004, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By yankeeralph
Thanks Floyd, I have never done this before but...

Thanks Floyd, I have never done this before but that doesn't mean I won't try. After all, everything we do in life we have never done the first time we do it and look where we are today. (of course...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 02-21-2004, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,024
Posted By yankeeralph
I had the same problem on my 78 T/A, and to...

I had the same problem on my 78 T/A, and to perform a little troubleshooting I used a meter to find which wire was hot at the switch. If there is no power on any wire then you need to keep looking...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-21-2004, 05:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By yankeeralph
I need to change my pressed in rocker arm studs...

I need to change my pressed in rocker arm studs with screwed studs and I was wondering if this can be accomplished with the heads still on the motor in the car. Also, should the screwed studs be...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-21-2004, 05:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By yankeeralph
I need to change my pressed in rocker arm studs...

I need to change my pressed in rocker arm studs with screwed studs and I was wondering if this can be accomplished with the heads still on the motor in the car. Also, should the screwed studs be...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-12-2004, 01:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By yankeeralph
Approx. 2500 miles on rebuild, did not retorque...

Approx. 2500 miles on rebuild, did not retorque the head bolts after initial breakin. Have not noticed any water/coolant in the oil. Car drives good with no bubbles coming out of the radiator nor do...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-12-2004, 04:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By yankeeralph
Is it possible for the coolant to leak into the...

Is it possible for the coolant to leak into the exhaust? I seem to be loosing coolant and I cannot find any leaks. Not going into the block, oil looks good. No leaks noticed outside the car. Do...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-12-2004, 04:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By yankeeralph
Is it possible for the coolant to leak into the...

Is it possible for the coolant to leak into the exhaust? I seem to be loosing coolant and I cannot find any leaks. Not going into the block, oil looks good. No leaks noticed outside the car. Do...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 01-10-2004, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,425
Posted By yankeeralph
Just picked up a new Carter water pump FP1423...

Just picked up a new Carter water pump FP1423 from the local AUTOBONE for $45. Casting has GMB on it. I notice that AUTOBONE has a GMB on they website for about $18 less than the carter. Did I get...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 01-10-2004, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,425
Posted By yankeeralph
Just picked up a new Carter water pump FP1423...

Just picked up a new Carter water pump FP1423 from the local AUTOBONE for $45. Casting has GMB on it. I notice that AUTOBONE has a GMB on they website for about $18 less than the carter. Did I get...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-16-2003, 04:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,084
Posted By yankeeralph
Thanks Matt

Thanks Matt
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-13-2003, 05:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,084
Posted By yankeeralph
I know this may not be the right time of year to...

I know this may not be the right time of year to be concerned with the AC system, but does anyone know how much oil should be added to a new AC system for a 78 T/A. Everything has been replaced and...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-13-2003, 05:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,084
Posted By yankeeralph
I know this may not be the right time of year to...

I know this may not be the right time of year to be concerned with the AC system, but does anyone know how much oil should be added to a new AC system for a 78 T/A. Everything has been replaced and...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-07-2003, 12:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 230
Posted By yankeeralph
The purpose of the different angles is to allow a...

The purpose of the different angles is to allow a smaller contact surface between the seat and valve. The smaller surface contact with a given set of valve springs will allow the greatest seat load...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-20-2003, 12:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 261
Posted By yankeeralph
I need to change the driven gear in my TH350 from...

I need to change the driven gear in my TH350 from a 39 tooth to a 45 tooth, but I found out the 45 tooth will not fit in the present holder(retainer) for the 39 tooth (slightly larger stem diameter...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-20-2003, 12:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 261
Posted By yankeeralph
I need to change the driven gear in my TH350 from...

I need to change the driven gear in my TH350 from a 39 tooth to a 45 tooth, but I found out the 45 tooth will not fit in the present holder(retainer) for the 39 tooth (slightly larger stem diameter...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-19-2003, 11:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 260
Posted By yankeeralph
With distributor connected to manifold vacuum...

With distributor connected to manifold vacuum source, where does the vacuum go when you get to part/full throttle? I've been fine tuning my 400 for best feel and I notice that manifold vacuum will...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-19-2003, 11:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 260
Posted By yankeeralph
With distributor connected to manifold vacuum...

With distributor connected to manifold vacuum source, where does the vacuum go when you get to part/full throttle? I've been fine tuning my 400 for best feel and I notice that manifold vacuum will...
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