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    speeding ticket

    I used to live in Va and the state troopers don't play when it comes to speeding. I suggest you get a good lawyer because court system will throw the book at you. Not only that the fines for moving violations have gone way up. Example I got a no seat belt ticket last month. Ticket was $25 bucks...
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    What is a used GNX engine, transmission, ECM, wiring harness worth?

    Ok thanks. I kinda thought it was too much money. Everyone keep your opinions coming about this. I hate to lose out on this offer for anyone on here who may want or need it. Posted from the TurboBuick.Com mobile app
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    What is a used GNX engine, transmission, ECM, wiring harness worth?

    There is a guy close to me that has a used GNX drivetrain up for sale. He is asking $4k for it all. Engine does run. What do you guys think? Is it worth it? Mike. Posted from the TurboBuick.Com mobile app
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    Suggested parts to beef up 200R4 trans?

    Hello everyone, I'm planning on making 600+HP with engine. The 200R4 trans is now headed to rebuild shop. My question to you guys is what should be upgraded inside the trans? Besides the normal like new clutches, wider band, shift kit, and new gaskets. What else should be done? Shop charging me...
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    Manual trans upgrade or not?

    Yes it bolts up. This Borg Warner trans was made to be bolted up to a 3.8 Buick 231 engine which has the same bell housing bolt pattern as the National engine. My only concern with doing this is I heard the National engine is externally balanced & putting a solid fly wheel in place of the auto...
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    Manual trans upgrade or not?

    Just putting my thought out to guys on the site. I have a 87 National engine, but no auto trans. I do have a Borg Warner 5 speed manual that will bolt up to the national engine. What do you guys think is this a cool upgrade or should I get a factory auto. Mike.
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    Mass air flow meter not working

    Hello, Just wondering if anyone has a permanent repair for the factory MAF not working correctly. There are several different options out there on the internet, but I would like to know what is the best result from somebody on this site that has used or is currently using the repair with...
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    New to this Forum & Grand Nationals

    Hello Everyone, My name is Mike & I'm a new proud owner of a 1987 GN drivetrain. Here is a little info about me & my Hybrid project. I'm 35 years old, married to my wonderful wife of 13 years & we have a 2 year old daughter. I currently live NC & work as a automotive technician. My Hybrid...
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