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Forum: Pontiac - Race 07-18-2026, 07:39 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
We went to Nelson Ledges and here's the rundown: ...

We went to Nelson Ledges and here's the rundown:

New tires are fantastic...night & day difference with fresh rubber! I was able to run the corners hard. NL allows passing on the straights and I...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 07-16-2026, 03:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 421
Posted By Elarson
Our best 1/8 was 3.88 at 190-something so Tommy...

Our best 1/8 was 3.88 at 190-something so Tommy has us there.
But nitro makes more power under the heavier load of the big end so his 1/8 doesn't automatically translate to besting our 1/4. But I...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 07-16-2026, 01:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 421
Posted By Elarson
Part of me wants the 250 record forever and...

Part of me wants the 250 record forever and another (bigger) part of me wishes that the Pontiac world would keep pushing the limits.

I tell Jeff every year that if he breaks our record, I'll...
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-25-2026, 04:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 515
Posted By Elarson
I bought blanks for my '75 Firebird from Ames and...

I bought blanks for my '75 Firebird from Ames and took them to a professional locksmith shop to get cut. They all work perfectly.

I've had pretty spotty luck with hardware store keys.

FWIW,...
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-19-2026, 09:24 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,484
Posted By Elarson
My doctor recommended a "Calcium CT" as a simple...

My doctor recommended a "Calcium CT" as a simple preventive checkup. They scan your chest for calcium traces which are an indicator of blockages. Insurance doesn't cover it yet. It was customer...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-17-2026, 10:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 204
Posted By Elarson
I used the RobbMC starter with Hedman headers and...

I used the RobbMC starter with Hedman headers and a Canton T-pan. The ability to reposition the solenoid made it easy to find the right placement for fit.
And it starts fine with 34 deg locked...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-16-2026, 11:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 269
Posted By Elarson
Agree 100%. I ran into him at PRI and we had a...

Agree 100%. I ran into him at PRI and we had a great talk about my Super T-10.

Eric
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-08-2026, 02:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,245
Posted By Elarson
This comment may or may not apply to your...

This comment may or may not apply to your situation, but it's a good "buyer beware". I bought a replacement center link from NAPA (offshore manufacturer) and it rubbed on the frame crossmember. I...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-07-2026, 11:25 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
Mike added a separate articulating arm to his...

Mike added a separate articulating arm to his Coates tire machine. It has an air cylinder and shoe that can press down on the sidewall wherever it's needed and I feel like it saved us an hour over...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-07-2026, 07:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 629
Posted By Elarson
That's my initial thought. Takes awhile to...

That's my initial thought. Takes awhile to develop a slight vacuum in the tank that fights your pump. Easy enough to check by loosening your gas cap.

Eric
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-06-2026, 08:33 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
Mounted the fresh tires at Mike's shop today. A...

Mounted the fresh tires at Mike's shop today. A few observations:

The Toyo tires are very round....no visible runout.

The short stiff sidewalls on the 40-series tires are a PITA to...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-05-2026, 06:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,447
Posted By Elarson
Hmmm....maybe it was the 10w-30? Eric

Hmmm....maybe it was the 10w-30?

Eric
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-05-2026, 11:17 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,447
Posted By Elarson
Grocery Getter: VR-1, 10w-40 Boss Bird: ...

Grocery Getter: VR-1, 10w-40
Boss Bird: Valvoline Nitro 70
Road race car: VR-1, 10w-30
Duramax trucks: Valvoline diesel oil 15w-40
Daily drivers: Valvoline synthetic 5w-20

All successful;...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-03-2026, 10:54 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
Yes, the GoPro will live stream and also record...

Yes, the GoPro will live stream and also record to an SD card; so I can upload to YouTube later and publish a link.

Eric
Forum: Pontiac - Race 06-03-2026, 10:51 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
Update: new tires are here. Toyo Sport 2. DOT...

Update: new tires are here. Toyo Sport 2. DOT legal, 240 treadwear. Based on tread pattern and reviews, they are expected to perform well on dry and wet tracks. The Falken RT660's that are...
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-27-2026, 03:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,288
Posted By Elarson
I was in Walmart over the weekend. Plenty of oil...

I was in Walmart over the weekend. Plenty of oil in stock but the Fram filter shelves were getting pretty bare.....thanks to First Brands bankruptcy.

Eric
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-26-2026, 09:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By Elarson
To clarify my statement, if Jack passes before...

To clarify my statement, if Jack passes before the loan is repaid, the borrower would owe the balance to Jack's ESTATE. Then the estate distributes the assets to whatever heirs Jack has...
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-25-2026, 12:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By Elarson
Another thing to cover in your document... If...

Another thing to cover in your document...
If your friend suddenly deposits $400k, the IRS will find out about it and want to tax it as income. Your document needs to spell out loan terms. Check...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-24-2026, 07:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 296
Posted By Elarson
800-1200 grit wet-or-dry sandpaper and WD-40 has...

800-1200 grit wet-or-dry sandpaper and WD-40 has worked good for me.

Eric
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-23-2026, 08:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By Elarson
I agree about documents. Even if the person is...

I agree about documents. Even if the person is 100% trustworthy, not having things in writing opens up the chance for misunderstandings and damaged friendships.

And if one or both of you passes,...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-22-2026, 05:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,016
Posted By Elarson
They use the stock upper shock mount hole and the...

They use the stock upper shock mount hole and the shock mount holes in lower control arm.

Eric
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-22-2026, 01:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,016
Posted By Elarson
Here's the rundown on my '75 Formula: Welded...

Here's the rundown on my '75 Formula:

Welded subframe connectors and 8-point roll bar.
Herb Adams stabilizer bars front and rear
500 lb QA1 coilovers in front.
Hotchkis lowering leaf springs in...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-13-2026, 11:04 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
Definitely oil puking out of the fitting on the...

Definitely oil puking out of the fitting on the rear axle housing. I replaced the open fitting with an Allstar breather kit. See pic attached.

Eric
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-10-2026, 02:07 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
Beautiful! I love the '69's Eric

Beautiful! I love the '69's

Eric
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-09-2026, 09:19 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 17,396
Posted By Elarson
Here's how I mounted mine to the center horn...

Here's how I mounted mine to the center horn support bracket. In at bottom, out at top to purge air.

Eric
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