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    Qestion on fuel pump wires in trunk

    The trunk wiring harness has 3 different connections going to it. I have been troubleshooting some electrical issues and this is one I have a question about. Two of the connectors have multiple wires and the third has only one wire. I read to check this to make sure 1 of the 2 multiwire...
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    quick question on wastegate actuator install

    I have got a wastegate actuator but am having some problems getting it installed. The piece that the wastegate rod connects to is turn into the opposite position as it should be. Is there a way to remove this piece to change its position or how is this accomplished. There is only 45 degrees of...
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    Ignition "Hotwire" upgrade doesn't work on my 84 ttype

    Well I got everything installed Caspers hotwire plug n play adapter and have tried 86/87 module and coils, 88 3 pack coils and module all with same result....only fires on two cylinders. Hook back up original module/coil fires on all 6. I gave up trying to get it to start and took it to a...
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    Need firing order of coils 3+2 pack on 1984

    Have fuel going after changing fuel pump and filter but now it is back firing. I used a 3+2 coil firing order from here I believe but wanted to be sure.
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    Turbo 350 behind Turbo hot air 6

    Anyone have any experience or thoughts on this? I have orig tranny as well, but they guy I bought it from said the 350 was just rebuilt and the orig while would be ok, could probably use rebuilding. Being that he is a tran. mech. I decided to stay with the turbo 350. Sunday we are dropping fuel...
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    Need some ideas on getting my 84 started up

    I have a 1984 T-Type I just bought and we have run into a bit of a problem. The car had a bad ignition module in it so I have upgraded the module with caspers hotwire kit and added new coils. The problem is when you try to start the car, the key wont turn far enough to engage the starter. It...
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    Couple of wheel choices for my 84 t-type opinions needed pls

    In short, I have about $500 to spend on the wheels. So my choices are limited to that price range. Second my car is white and I don't like like chrome much. So I want at least the center portion of wheel to be black. I also like deep set wheels. I have found a couple of wheels well within that...
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    Got a couple of questions on my 84 ttype bolt size ign mod plate? plugged hoses?

    Ok, well got to tinker with the car a little bit and do some deep looking at this engine. OK try to describe this the best I can. Coming off what I believe is the turbo housing and running horizontal to the valve covers inner edge and just above manifold height is an arm or bracket with two 1/2"...
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    Need help/info on Type II ignition upgrade on 84 ttype

    I am about to change the ignition in my 84 ttype to the Type II ignition (3 coil packs). I just have a couple of questions. What type/size of screws or bolts and I going to need for the module and plate install?
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    Hoping to get my new 84 ttype this friday

    Excited about this weekend. Have Fri and Sat off and all my ignition parts should be in by that time. Just waiting on 1 more part and that should be delivered Thursday. The car has bad ignition and hasnt ran in over a year. So have alot of inspecting ahead as well. So far I have the CCCI hotwire...
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    Are there any unwritten rules for Buick enthusiast?

    I am new to Buicks and about to begin on my newly purchased 84 T-type. Before I do, I was curious about the traditions of Buick enthusiast. For example: I have driven a Land Rover for about 8 years now and in the Land Rover community they have their own little do's and dont's. Like adding...
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    Needing an Ignition module and coil or cd converter options?

    edit: sorry forgot to mention year and stuff 1984 T-type Can anyone post or send me some part numbers and brands for what is available for the ignition module and coils. I have not been able to find an ignition module. I have found a few coil options, but have heard to change both out at same...
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    Needing Ignition (kit) module and coil part #s for 83/84

    I am needing some part numbers for the Ignition kit (have heard some refer to it as this as I was told to change both of them out when I change it) or the two different part numbers. I was also wondering if anyone could give me some links to websites to buy parts for my t-type. Oh, and links...
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    Need opinions! 1983 Regal T-type

    I am getting to look at 1983 Regal T-type. I love 86-87 T-types, but the 83 kinda jumped out of nowhere and guy is asking a pretty good price. He said it had a new motor in it when we were talking briefly about it. It is the 6cyl turbo. He said this one is fuel injected. Were the 83 fuel...
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