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    1987 AC lines! Where to find them?

    Thanks for the info guys. Mitchell
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    1987 AC lines! Where to find them?

    Thanks for the info guys. But i'm looking for local and or parts store. I would prefer GM but o'well. Any help? Thanks again, Mitchell
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    1987 AC lines! Where to find them?

    Hi all, I have an 1987 Turbo Regal. I need the AC lines that come out of the back of the AC compressor and run across the top of the radiator. I need the smaller in diameter of the two. I tried Kirbans and G-Body with no luck, plus all my local auto parts stores. Any suggestions?? I need this...
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    Adj wastegate question??

    I have an 87 TR that is stock but with an adj wastegate and a K&N cone air filter. Before I had the motor rebuild the VDO boost gauge read 14 lbs max. I just had the motor rebuild back to stock and now when you stab it, it goes to 22 lbs. The threaded rod on the wastgate doesn't look like it has...
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    Rough idle, bad knock and??

    It has the stock chip in it. I was told how the timing was set and I think it was set wrong. I was also told the "correct way" to set the timing is to turn the motor over to 25 degrees after TDC on the # 1 cylinder on the compression stroke with the cam sensor out. Hook the timing light up and...
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    Rough idle, bad knock and??

    Hi guys I just got my 87 TR back. The motor was rebuild to stock. IE turbo, cam, intercooler etc... The timing was set at 36 is this correct? It will start right up but idle down and it sounds like it has a cam in it then it will die when cold. It starts right back up. When warm it starts right...
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    I/C Mount

    Thanks for the pics. Can you show a pic of the intercooler itelf on the pass side? I still can't find my bracket. Thanks, Mitchell
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    I/C Mount

    Pics of this bracket?? Does anyone have a pic they can post of the pass side intercooler bracket mounted? I missplaced mine while the motor was out and would like to see a pic of it? Thanks guys, Mitchell
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    87 Turbo T valve cover???

    no gasket? There is one on it now, ie what I thought was original, so I shouldn't use one at all? Thanks guys, Mitchell
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    87 Turbo T valve cover???

    I need the rubber or cork gasket that goes between the bolt and the valve cover that holds the valve cover down. I can't seem to find it listed anywhere. Any suggestions? Thanks, Mitchell
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    87 T torque specs?

    Thanks alot, Mitchell
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    87 T torque specs?

    Hey guys. I'm working on my 87 T Type turbo and i'm looking for the torque specs for the main caps, head bolts, and the intake bolts. Can someone point me in the right direction? Thanks, Mitchell
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    Need to rebuild, anyone near? VA

    need to rebuild Thanks for the reply. Mitchell
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    Need to rebuild, anyone near? VA

    Just south of Richmond, bout 15 min. Looking for a rebuild or to purchase a long block. Thanks again, Mitchell
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    Need to rebuild, anyone near? VA

    Hello all, My 87 TR has water/antifreeze coming out of the pipes. So car is parked. It is basically stock with a chip and filter. I drive it about 3 times a week, and want a street combo that will run in the 11's. Looking for anyone in the area that is knowledgeable on these cars that can...
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