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  1. 82wagon

    Wiring an alternator

    I'm in need of a wiring diagram for a 3 wire alternator. The car has been completely required and has none of the factory wiring. I currently have a one wire alt but want to switch to the 3. Also considering upgrading to the cs130. If you have a wiring diagram or can explain it that would be...
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    Sweep style gauge bezel.

    Ok try to bare with me through this because I don't really know the names of these parts but I'm wanting to switch to the sweep style gauge bezel and I need to know if it will work with what I have. This is the bezel I have now But I don't know if the sweep style bezel will attach to the back...
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    Wagon rear springs

    In trying to find some springs to drop the rear of my wagon. The car has 275/60/15 and stock rear springs I'd like to bring the car down 2 to 3 inches. Just want to see if anyone on here has lowered their wagon.
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    How to adjust valve lash

    Just wanted to see how everyone adjusts valve lash on their cars, street strip and racing applications. Looking for the best way and most reliable. Hydraulic flat tappet, roller and solid. On a new engine and an engine that's already been running. I know there are many ways to do this just want...
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    coil over springs in stock location.

    I'm looking to put coil over springs in the stock location and I wasn't sure what brand everyone was using or what's the best. My car is a Malibu wagon and I also don't know what spring rate and height to use. Thanks if you can share someinfo on your experiences.
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    weight loss

    Well I've got another question. I'm getting ready to start cutting and I wanted to get some input first. I'm looking to remove the wiper motor mount and the wiper cowl. The wiper mount looks like its just spot welded but I'm not sure how to remove the cowl. If anyone has done this could you...
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    What springs?

    I'm trying to find some springs that will lower my car a few inches it sits high in the rear with stock springs. The car is on a 275/60 15. Wondering if I could use springs out of a 2 door car mine is a wagon but not sure on weight differences.
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    crash bar removal??

    I'm trying to shuck some weight and I want to try and get rid of the crash bars. Has anyone here done this? Is it worth the weight savings? Any pics of how to remove them? The car is a 82 malibu wagon if it matters. Car weighs 3150 now I'm trying to get below 3000 maybe 2800 if possible. Thanks...
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    fiberglass parts

    Has anyone used advantagefiberglass.net for any of their fiberglass parts? Their prices are extremely low. I was wondering if they had a good product or if its really cheap for a reason. Thanks for any and all replies.
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    fender interchange

    Just wondering if the earlier 78-81 malibu frontend, doghouse, will fit an 82 malibu? I like the early single headlight frontend better and would like to put it on my wagon. Im not sure if I will have to change the fenders and the header panel or just the header panel or if they will even...
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    hughes locking.dipstick.

    Just wondering if anyone here has used the hughes locking dipstick tube for a th350? Im needing a new one and this looks like a nice piece. Im tired of my cheapo mr. Gasket tube leaking. Im getting ready to do some transmission work so I want to change it while transmission is apart Thanks in advance...
  12. 82wagon

    aluminum door panels.

    Does anyone here know of any company that makes aluminum door panels for a station wagon? Ive seen a few wagons with them but wasnt sure if they were just custom pieces. Thanks in advance.
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    wagon lexan

    Has anyone used lexan for the long rear windows and the rear door windows? Ive seen some pics but wanted some info. I havent pulled my windows out yet so im not sure what ill be getting into. Also what have you used?
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    malibu wagon frame notch

    Has anyone out there notched a malibu.wagon frame? Any pictures would help. Also what tires are you fitting . How much are you notching.