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    Redline Smoke Pro (smoke machine)

    $500 plus shipping. Got it from work. Had been sitting on a shelf not working and I fixed it and works great now. Just don't need it at the house. Like the one pictured.
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    1989 Turbo Trans Am, #1401

    1989 Turbo Trans Am, #1401. 125xxx miles. It is a project car. No rear wing. Has lexan tops and a set of glass tops. Short block is supposedly freshened. Heads are off car. Comes with reman heads, stock lower intake with KB 70mm throttle body, dog house and rjc power plate. Has a cheetah turbo...
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    700r4 help

    I have a 700r4 I rebuilt about 3000 miles ago. Then the converter went out. I wan't 100% on the pump so I replaced the whole pump assembly and the converter. Now it won't shift out of 2nd unless I manually downshift to first. Sound like a stuck tv valve to anyone? The tv won't self adjust like...
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    Gun Fever....

    Just finished my AR build a few weeks ago. Then I fell into a kimber super carry pro. Then I dug out my old remington 550-1 and got it shooting again. Now I'm looking for what to get next. But the poor TTA is just sitting in the driveway all taken apart while i'm off playing with the guns.:oops:
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    Ferrari 250 GTO wrecked.....

    I'd like to here this call to the insurace company.... http://editorial.autos.msn.com/blogs/autosblogpost-spt.aspx?post=dad94b6c-8817-411d-b6bc-95b32ec4ea48&icid=autos_3130
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    Truck bed crane?

    Anybody have/use one of these? I have a one ton chevy and want to mount one on my receiver hitch. I was looking at buying the one from harbor freight and modifying it to fit my needs or build one from scratch. Any input? Want to use it as a engine hoist and to move barrels and other heavy items...
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    Parts for sale

    Don't have a whole lot of info on these parts. I got them as part of a package deal with a TTA i bought. 1. 109 non turbo block. Needs a good cleaning and inspection. $100 2. "Cheetah" turbo. Has slight play and a cracked ear at the oil feed line. (downpipe piece does not come with it) $100 3...
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    have a few questions (tta related)

    I recently acquired #1401 in pieces. Right now it has a gn short block with reman fwd heads. I have the sg1 block and original heads. Is there a strength or oiling difference between a 109 and the sg1 block? Does anyone know the dish cc of the tta piston? Lots of heresay on the subject but I...
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    Anyone work at a dealer?

    I have an interview at the local buick/gmc dealer tomorrow and am trying to weigh my options. Right now I work at a firestone. Just looking for some input from guys that have worked at dealers vs. Corporate stores. Union techs vs. Nonunion techs etc. Thanks
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    Dave Morgan seminar in Effingham, Il.

    Thought some of you might be interested in this. There will be a Dave Morgan chassis seminar/workshop in Effingham, Il. Jan 28-29. Also one near Chicago land around March 3. Here is a link with more info on the event: Welcome to Dave Morgan Seminars I'll be attending with a BBC Chevette...
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    Power steering fluid or trans fluid in your hydroboost?

    Are you guys running power steering fluid or trans fluid in you hydroboost setups? I'm picking up the last of my parts on monday and want to make sure I'm not gonna have pump noise after the install. Thanks
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    Any one use the S10 vacuum booster and master cylinder?

    My powermaster has been making noise for a while now and i've been limping it along but it finally crapped out at the wrost possible time. Its my DD and I'm in between jobs waiting for paperwork before I can start the new one. Anyway I have a couple of blazers that are going to be scrapped. Are...
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    Snap on Modis Scanner for sale/trade

    Not a buick part so delete it if you must. Don't know if this will be relevant to most here but I have a Modis scanner for sale. Its good up to 2008. Its in the case with all the manuals, cords, and adapters. I bought it used last year for $3500 and no longer work on cars for a living, so...
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    Driver side header

    Need a driver side header that is either repaired or not cracked or even an aftermarket replacement for my daily driver. Its my only vehicle at the moment and cannot afford for it to be down while i get mine fixed. Thanks
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    In the market for headers

    My drivers side manifold is cracked and I am looking to install some headers. I was looking at the "KB Headers" by GN1 that full throttle sells and the Stock Replacement type header that TA has recently came out with. I have a rjc downpipe already. Are there any pros or cons to either set?
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    Trans Flaring

    I seem to be having a problem with my trans after installing my new parts (in sig). I can't stand on it or even roll on it decently without the trans flaring. It will flare then grab and then flare again. If I'm cruising at 55 or so I can pull it down into 3rd and roll on it kinda slow and be...
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    Going to look at a hot air car

    I found a hot air car on craigslist and it peaked my interest. With my limited knowledge (none) of hot air cars, what should I be looking at? Here's a link to the add. Kind of vague and I have a sneaky suspicion the guy doesn't know what he's talking about.:rolleyes: 1985 buick regal t type
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    Quick no BS way to identify stage 2's?

    Is there a quick no bs way to identify even vs odd and on center vs. off. I have access to a race collection that has numerous motors and cars and parts and If I can find a buick motor in the bunch I need to be able to i.d. it on the shelf without tearing it down. Casting numbers or ...
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    Cam guru's

    Is this cam any good for a turbo 4.1? 224/224 .496/.496 112 lobe center Its a new flat tappet thats in the 4.1 I aquired recently. Not sure what brand though. Seems like its alot of duration compared to what I see most people referencing on the board. Especially for a flat tappet.
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    Pro Mechanics step inside

    I am looking at opening a shop with a good friend of mine and am trying to do some research on diagnostic software. I currently work in a small Jaguar restoration shop and we don't have any software other that whats on my Modis scanner. I previously worked at a performance oriented shop that had...
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