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    Question about swapping carbs

    So essentially putting on the Holley and deleting the computer, The distributor would thus become irrelevant as it is no longer relaying info to the computer that was once there?
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    Question about swapping carbs

    So I don't like parking my Escalade in the Hospital garage because it gets hit at least 12 times during my shift... so I usually drive my Cutlass. I recently do what I normally do, and bought out someones entire inventory. Something they had that I believe is commonly swapped was a stand alone...
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    How to tell if Casco or Rochester cigarette lighter assembly

    I bought my dad a low mile, all original 1986 El Camino. Only issue was the missing cigarette lighter knob/element and that the housing was used. I'm on a mission to buy him the entire set up NOS... but I'm a bit stuck. How do I know if the vehicle came with a Rochester or Casco set up? From...
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    Who are you using these days to rebuild the front end?

    Back on my last complete build, I used Moog Ball Joints and the Moog Front End Rebuild Kit. I now read they sold out and are made in China. Anyone recently use them and have anything negative to say? Or they just about the same quality as they've always been? This is what I used back when....
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    Odd brake issue with my 86...

    I tapped the brakes (it's wet outside) and didn't let go this time. Left a 8 foot tread mark from the back right tire.
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    Odd brake issue with my 86...

    The guy was 92 years old. He drove it 1,665 miles a year. haha
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    Odd brake issue with my 86...

    Just bought a 1986, LOW mile El Camino. Odd issue with the brakes and not sure what it could be. Occasionally when I lightly tap the brakes, it's like one of the tires instantly locks up for a second or so. Let go of the brake and reapply and no issue. Any ideas? Can't tell if maybe it's...
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    To keep powermaster or vacuum?

    From my understanding, the powermaster units constantly have issues. My powermaster was replaced by the previous owner with a vacuum set up. If I am converting to 4 wheel disc brakes, is there any sense of correcting and replacing my unit with a powermaster? Or just stay vacuum? It's a...
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    Need a body guy's prof. opinion of which route...

    I know it isn't a malibu, but my 87 Grand National has T-Top's that are rusted out and done. If the car wasn't so highly optioned with a low mile engine build, I would likely ditch it. That said, this is my 3rd play toy that will never see rain. Should I use a T-Type with T-Top's donor car I...
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    Upper A arms...

    Dude... I can't even pretend like I understand what that means. AFAIK sells adjustable upper A arms? So call SC&C and tell them I want a set of these with tall ball joints? This will work with my 2" drop spindles?
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    Upper A arms...

    So you guys don't find the bump stops that necessary and think the adjustable A arms are good? They are cheaper...
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    Upper A arms...

    The price looks good... just want to keep the correct geometry. I'm scared with the drop spindles, if I buy those A arms, they will grind on my powder coated frame if I jack the car up.
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    RAISING SUSPENSION?

    take the motor out :lol: I think you are wanting the solid axle gasser look?
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    Upper A arms...

    Am I better off buying those fully adjustable control arms or a set of tubular A arms from UMI to replace my stock? They will be paired with the beltech 2" drop spindles. The UMI are 300$ and come with bump stops and stock geometry... the adjustable control arms do not have bump stops - are...
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    New Products! Front A-arm kit and front sway bar

    I am looking to order a set of these... will they work with 2" drop spindles?
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    Lets see some engine pics

    forgot my girlfriend had taken these a while ago. Its from when my engine was completed.
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    core support... worth it?

    True... you really won't see much. I just figured that I had the frame, rear, suspension, all powder coated. I should just do it right and do that item as well. I just wasn't sure of the norm. If anyone ever powders it or if they just paint it a flat black. I guess if they want $50 or less...
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    core support... worth it?

    I was thinking of powder coating my stock core support (in great shape)... Is it worth it, or should I just have it painted?
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    Who has the biggest tire with a frame notch/lip roll?

    You have any room at all in there to go a tad wider? Or would that just be pushing your luck?