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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??

    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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    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?

    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

    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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    Hi all, new guy with an 87 TR with ????

    Hey guys I just joined and new to the turbo game, I've been into old school muscle since high school. Finally bought a Buick. Car is an 87 Turbo T Type with 115,000 miles, white with blue insides T tops and loaded. Car has always has Amsoil in it. The turbo was rebuild, trans gone through before...
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