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    Special thanks to all my friends.

    Thanks guys.Lifted my first short block today;)Who needs meds with friends like this. God bless.
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    Special thanks to all my friends.

    I just want to give a special thanks to all my friends who sent cards and emails to get well.My recent heart attack was a a wake up call and I guess it's time to only drink synthetic fluids;)Even though the docter told me to stay down for a month I am back in the shop and feeling better every...
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    Newbie Turbo Question

    If you are a street guy then the 49 works great.If you are planning on going to the the track on a regular basis then go with the 44.Even with the 49 many guys are running mid 11s.I have sold 44s to strictly street guys that didn't get a converter and they complained about the lack of bottem...
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    84 GN overboosting.

    VDO boost gauge pegs 17#s before I get out of it.I didn't bother measuring knock as I can tell by the sound it's bad. Thanks.
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    84 GN overboosting.

    That's right.I just havn't had a lot of experience with hot air cars.Mostly 86-87s.There is more then one hose going to the solinoid.And yes the actuator is working.
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    I still cant build any boost at the line going nuts!

    Hey.I recognize that car!:cool:
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    I still cant build any boost at the line going nuts!

    No flame.DO NOT USE THE E BRAKE!I did this years ago and twisted the rear end housing. I have a had a couple of customers GNs that had this problem.Try not to sit on the line too long building boost, as this just gives the car more time to build torque and push through.If you are just trying...
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    84 GN overboosting.

    Thanks.Stock waistegate.I tried spacing the waistegate to give the rod more travel.You can't make the stock rod much longer before there is no tension on the puck.Yes I know ping is bad.Been working on 87s for 20 years;)This problem is either the waistegate or solinoid.Wish i had some spares.I...
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    Alky kits

    Is anyone running alcohol injection on a hot air car and which kit?How much boost are you running? Thanks
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    84 GN overboosting.

    This sounds good.I may try it. Thanks.
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    84 GN overboosting.

    I checked that today.It's all clear.Even found a crimped vacuum hose behind the Y.Fixed that but still the same problem.I'm thinking the waistegate solinoid is bad.Does anyone know if it'd different from an 87? Thanks.
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    84 GN overboosting.

    Tried that.No boost. Thanks
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    84 GN overboosting.

    I have a 84 GN with a new turbo that runs good most of the time.Problem is it over boosts under full throttle and pings bad.I've replaced the 2 vacuum lines to the waistegate but still the same problem.Beofre I replace all the vacuum lines can some tell me how to bypass the waistegate solinoid...
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    87 T project and donor car for sale.

    87 T Limited.Black on black on grey leather split bench.Half landau roof.Slight front end damage.Needs front frame horns straightened out.Used bumper header panel and grill are included.Drivetrain is good and car runs fine.Can be driven.Fairly loaded but no posi.Fresh trans 2 years ago.All...
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    1987 Grand National.$7800.One owner.98,100 miles.

    $6800 BO or trade.Email for pics. gnttype@interlog.com
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    1987 Grand National.$7800.One owner.98,100 miles.

    Canadian car. Original one owner 87 GN.Fully loaded including T Tops,power seat,concert sound and posi.Car needs paint to be considered nice but paint is fine for every day driver.Front header panel has a broken area about the size of a silver dollar.Frame is solid with surface rust.Floor is ok...
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    1987 grand National wheels,caps and tires.Mint!

    4 mint original GN rims.Mint condition.No curb rash or rust.Have been stored for 15 years in heated basement.Nice original caps and 4 white lettered BFG tires.Rears are 255 60 and like new.Fronts are 235 60 and well worn but driveable.$850. Ken 905 707 8313 EMAIL DIRECT FOR QUICK RESPONCE...
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    87 GN rims and tires.Mint.Like new.In storage for 10 years.

    87 GN rims and tires.Mint.Like new.In storage for 10 years Hello Dave. $950 US is about $10,000 Canadian;)Actually $1050 Canadian.I would have to see your wheels to give you a number. Hello Bill. $850 with out tires. Thanks.Ken
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    87 GN rims and tires.Mint.Like new.In storage for 10 years.

    4 original 1987 GN rims with tires.Like new.Chrome and paint are perfect.Comes with 4 tires.Front 235s driveable but worn.Rears are 255 60 15 BFGs and are like new.Comes with caps and nuts.$950.Will sell less tires. National Performance.Ken 905 707 8313 EMAIL DIRECT gnttype@interlog.com
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