Starting to make progress.

Brent

The small difference in flow between the 2 is pretty small... So who know if its the baffles or simply casting differences. I was simply ribbing charlie is all. The flow data don't lie.

Anyhow back to the topic.


Kick A$$ build!

All good info and thoughts. I have been following most of the threads on this. when I get get it running then I can keep every one informed as to how it runs. But just in case I still have my untouched stock intake on the shelf.

As always there are details that get missed. I may have used a non recomended head gasket. i used felpro part 8723 pt-1
i cam across info that said this should not be used in a turbo application. i read that stock for the 84/85 was thinner and this was the part that kept comming up as the 84 replacement. more research before i procced Bob

I made the same mistake as you with a previous engine build. I put Felpro 1000 gasket on and did not take into account the thicker gasket. It does make a difference. I would change the out while you have the engine on a stand. My engine builder put Cometic gaskets on the last build. These work fine for me but there are differing opinions on this subject. Keep us posted. Brad

Before I knew about different head gaskets I used Felpro 8723PT's and had no problem with them for 5 yrs, even with some pretty severe detonation. Just keep one thing in mind........detonation (knock) kills no matter what head gasket you use. That's my 2 cents.

Pete

head gasket issue resolved. i purchased a set from nick at arizonagn. progress will continue when i have some time off. bob

thanks nick

$120 for a set of 2 incuding shipping. but it was a short ride from phoenix to las vegas bob

what's the deal with the 8723 gasket? Why shouldn't they be used on a turbo engine?

I spent a little time in the garage today. still have a lot to do. i was draging parts out and cleaning and ended up doing a mock up to see if all the parts were accounted for. most everything is just finger tight but i had to take a pic anyway.

well cleaning turned in to disassembly and painting ....... core s core support and inner fenders completed
still looking for a april completion
bob

Engine is looking good, Bob!!!

Everything looking good!