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  1. LIVE4RDO

    AFTERMARKET WIRING HARNESS

    Hey crowd. Thanks to Sandy, I might need to re-wire the Bu. Is there an aftermarket harness made for our cars or could be modified for our cars? Don't feel like using another factory one, no matter how nice, they are 30 + years old. Thank you.
  2. LIVE4RDO

    DASHBOARD PLAQUE

    Question #1 (yes, I feel stupid!): how do I remove these? Quastion #2: what can I replace this with? Do they make a Malibu plaque like that? Thank you.
  3. LIVE4RDO

    DOES ANYONE HAVE ONE LAYING AROUND?

    Hey guys. Anyone have one of this brackets for sale? I would prefer in a good condition, or if you have access to a sandblaster, I'll pay for it to be blasted and painted. Thanks.
  4. LIVE4RDO

    METAL POLISHING/RE-FINISHING

    Hey there crowd, Looking for some recommendations on a reputable metal polishing/re-finishing place. The closer to NYC, the better. I want to re-do my windshield, rear window and drip rail moldings, sill panels and visor brackets. Any one heard of Blue Mountain Metal Finishing in PA? Thank...
  5. LIVE4RDO

    BBC 454 GENERATION VI!!! OIL PAN

    Has anyone tried to run a 6qt GM Performance oil pan #10240721 on their G bodies? Putting in a crate 454, Generation VI and looking for a better oil pan that will let me change my oil filter without taking half of the car apart. Thank you for any help.
  6. LIVE4RDO

    What year front end is this?

    I like this front end better than my 78, car is being painted so now is the time to switch. Anyone has parts for sale?
  7. LIVE4RDO

    WHAT WOULD YOU DO TO A 454 CRATE MOTOR?

    Hey crowd. Most likely getting a 454 crate in my Bu. What would you change/improve in it? This is what I'm getting: Based on the Gen VI 4-bolt mains with 1-piece rear main seal blocks with approximately 8.75:1 compression, 425 hp at 5,250 rpm and 500 ft./lbs. of torque at 3,250 rpm. The...
  8. LIVE4RDO

    REAR SEAT IDEAS

    Ok, I honestly spent some time searching, but didn't find much info. I'm looking for some rear seat ideas. I was thinking about getting fronts and rears from a 2004-2006 GTO. But the rear seat is bit narrower than ours. I was thinking about removing the headrests from the front seats, it...
  9. LIVE4RDO

    What questions should I ask? (NEW QUESTION 6/3)

    If I'm keeping the car, it would have to be painted. I am new and completely clueless (just like with the rest of the car) when it comes to painting. What questions should I ask? What brand of paint should I ask for? How many coats of paint/clear I should demand? What else? 6/3 NEW...
  10. LIVE4RDO

    I HAVE A KNOCK

    Just developed a knock in the engine, I don't think it's there when the car is cold, but when it's warmed up, this is what it sounds like: Any words of wisdom? ](*,) curse_sign.gif
  11. LIVE4RDO

    Richmond 5 speed OVERDRIVE

    Once again, I need your expertise. I have a Muncie in my Malibu right not, but I've been on a look out for a used Richmond 5 speed OVERDRIVE. My question is, how would I be able to tell from outside whether it's just a regular Richmond 5 speed or an OVERDIVE one? Any specific numbers on...
  12. LIVE4RDO

    315/50/16 on 16x10

    Hey crowd. Just saw an article in GM High-Tech about a GNX using 315/50/16s on 16x10 in the rear. Doesn't say anything about modifying the frame. Is it possible to fit on our Malibus? Without narrowing the frame? What is the widest I would be able to go with just rolling the fenders in 16"...
  13. LIVE4RDO

    DO YOU THINK MY INTERIOR IS TOO FAR GONE?

    Got my whole interior cleaned up and ready to take it to the interior shop to see what can be restored and what has to be replaced. But this is the type of flaking I saw on a lot of panels. Do you think it's restorable or too far gone? Thank you.
  14. LIVE4RDO

    ARE THERE ANY HOOD OPTIONS OUT THERE EXCEPT COWL HOODS?

    I'm in need of more hood clearance (BBC with Air-Gap). Do I have any options except typical 2" and up cowl hoods? Anyone found/fabricated other types of hoods? Thanks.
  15. LIVE4RDO

    Looking to sell my Edelbrock AirGap NASCAR edition for BBC

    Unfortunately, as you guys might know, I was forced to get rid of my engine (knock) and now I'm going with rectangular heads. This intake is for oval heads. I bought it last year and drove the car maybe 10 times before engine knocked. The manifold is absolutely in mint condition. Part...
  16. LIVE4RDO

    HAS ANYONE EVER USED "AUTOMAT" IN HICKSVILLE, NY?

    HEY THERE. ANYONE FROM NY OR NJ EVER USED "AUTOMAT" IN HICKSVILLE, NY (http://www.autointeriors.biz/About_AutoMat/About_AutoMat.html)? MY DASHBOARD MIGHT BE OUT OF THE CAR SOON SO I WAS GOING TO FIX THE SMALL CRACK I HAVE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AND I'M THINKING OF DYING IT BLACK (IT IS RED NOW)...
  17. LIVE4RDO

    NEED HELP!! HAVING MAJOR ISSUES WITH TIRE RUB (UPDATE 9/21)

    Hello everyone. Once again, I need to fall back on your knowledge and experience. Here is what I have: 1978 Malibu 2 door. Previous owner upgraded the suspension with the following: B body (1978-1987 Caprice-Impala) spindles F body rotors (199x 9C1 Camaro) he istalled the 15x8 Aero wheels...
  18. LIVE4RDO

    HAS ANYONE INSTALLED A MARK VIII ELECTRIC FAN ON A BIG BLOCK

    Hello everyone. Once again I'm asking to share some of your expertise. I have a big block 78 Malibu. I just purchased a Mark VIII electric fan, which I heard is one of the better ones. It just looks a little to thick to fit in. I have an aluminum Summit radiator. Please let me know if...
  19. LIVE4RDO

    WHAT DO I NEED TO SWITCH FROM SAGINAW TO MUNCIE. NEED HELP!

    Hey everyone. I'm switching from Saginaw with Hurst to Muncie with Hurst. What modifications do I have to do? I was told that I would have to relocate the opening. Is that true? I was also told that I can modify shifter linkage from Saginaw Hurst to use on Muncie in the factory location...
  20. LIVE4RDO

    NEED HELP DECODING SAGINAW CASTING NUMBERS

    CAN SOMEONE SHED SOME LIGHT ON WHAT THE HELL DO I HAVE, PLEASE.