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I started a good parts accumulation for my swap of an '87 GN drivetrain into an '85 El Camino several years back. I had the engine and trans professionally built and they are in my garage. I have absolutely no time to complete this project myself and my knowledge is far from what is needed to...

Hello everyone, I've got an 87GN with 54K original miles and the powermaster setup. I've owned it since '88 and it has the recalled switch and acc bowl replaced. It is a garage quenn and I take it out for weekly rides. Recently my brakes have been working perfectly along a trip, then I'll...

Hey guys, I'm selling my Special edition Joseph Abboud Buick Regal for $8500 or best offer. Here are the details: Mileage: 61,500 Engine: 3.8L V6 Gas Mileage: 21 city, 30 highway Options: • Driver and passenger Air Bags, side air bags • Alloy Wheels • Cruise Control • Rear Window...

I'm about to buy a new exhaust system and the system I'm looking at is a 2 and 3/4" system and I can get dynomax or magnum mufflers. I was told the dynomax mufflers are louder than the magnums and the magnums are the least restrictive. Anyone have either of these on their car? I'm interested in...

Hi all, Do you know the part # to the valve that controls the vent and allows air to blow out the main vents instead of the upper/lower areas? Mine on my 85 hangs up and makes a loud pop when it finally switches over. I've got the dash out and I'd like to get a new one to replace it. Thanks...

For those of you who have put the GN drivetrain in a g-body elky, what modifications will need to be made to a cat-back exhaust system? I want to get a 2.5 inch or 3 inch dual system. I'm afraid that the GN systems might be a little short (i.e. Hooker system). Any ideas?

Hi, I'm looking for some new shocks for my hybrid 85 Elky. I've got Bilsteins on my GN and they are great. KYBs are also available at $20 less each. Are they as good or should I stay with the Bilsteins? Thanks

Hi, I've got a problem with my pc's hard drive. I was attacked a while ago by a virus which did some damage to my hard drive. It interferes with my disk defragmenter program (the program will not finish). My system is xp and it told me once that there was a problem on the hard drive and to run...

Ok. If anyone has an Elky hybrid, please let me know what gas tank you are using. I've got an 85 carbed elky that will one day get the swap (87 drivetrain). I was thinking about getting a new elky EFI 22 gal tank and I figured and hoped this will work. Can anyone confirm this for me? Thanks

I just removed my driver header and my heat shield came off. I was going to retack it back to the header after I jethot coat it, and I was wondering if some of you do not use the shield? What underhood items are being protected by this shield on the driver's side?

I've noticed lately that under acceleration, I can hear a ticking/tapping sound. I know it's not a noisy speedo cable because the noise disappears when I let off the throttle. It doesn't make this noise at idle or when driving at constant speeds....I only notice it with acceleration (soft or...

I just received a sears powder coating system from sears via ebay and it came without directions. Has anyone used this system? If you happen to have the system, I would love to get some of the basic directions on how to use the system. I've already tried sears online and they haven't been able...

Hi, I have 2 unmolested 87 GN motors with roughly 50-55K on both that I want to freshen up with new valve springs. I've heard from others that I do not want to use to strong a spring or I'll have problems in the near future. Which springs are recommended for a stock cam? Also, please tell...

Hi, I'm in the process of making a new gauge holder for my 85 El Camino which I'm transplanting an 87 GN drivetrain into. I want to use the existing gauge bezel out of the GN as well as some of the idiot lights. My question is this: What size gauges will work? I want to use the Autometer...

Hello, I've just got an 87 GN motor running again after sitting for more than six years and I want to go through the engine and replace all of the gaskets/seals. GM no longer offers the complete engine kit. Does anyone know of a good source for good quality gaskets to cover the entire engine...

Hi, I just rescued a wrecked 87 GN with the drivetrain intact. What steps should I take prior to trying to crank this engine. I know I have several hoses to replace. Thanks

Hi, I've just picked up a low mile drivetrain and am thinking of dropping it into my 85 Elky. How easy will this be? My 85 has a 305 in it now. I have heard that I'll need a custom driveshaft since I plan on using the GN's posi unit. I'm worried about the engine and if I can keep my elky hood...

I have a stock system and just upgraded my stock radio with a current Delco CD player that is used in GM blazers, trucks. I have no idea about the watts per channel for this radio. What are your recommendations for upgrading my speakers? Any suggestions on where do get them? Do 6x9s sound better...

Hi, I'm looking to replace my stock GN speakers with good current technology speakers. Is there a way I can access the door speakers without removing the door panel. I was hoping the little concert sound panels would just pop off allowing access to the speakers. Am I right? Is the door speaker...

Hi Julio, Just wanted to give you a big thumbs up for the alky kit. I had my car in the show at BG on Friday and I fielded more questions about your kit and why I liked it vs. other kits than I did about any other part of my car. Not only that...I'm running 24#s of boost with 0 knock with room...