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    Head-stud access

    I'm just getting ready to do a head re torque on my new motor after putting it through a few good head cycles and some moderate boost. In the past I've always had to pull the headers to get proper access to the studs. While the headers (TA Perf) are off the car I'm thinking of machining the...
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    Cooling vacuum fill - vacuum loss question

    I'm in the process of filling the cooling system on my new engine - system is currently bone dry. I have a AirLift vacuum fill system to make easy work of the task and ensure all the air bubbles get removed. When I pull vacuum on the system I easily reach ~24 psi (instructions say to get the...
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    Won't crank - security wiring help

    All, I'm putting my car together - new engine/trans and rolling chassis (new to me). When I went to start, no crank. Battery was Good, headlights did not dim in start position, verified correct wiring, and that the starter and PN switch were working. I then checked for voltage on the purple...
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    My 87 build thread/4.1 stroker

    Thought I would post my build thread as I've learned a ton, and got plenty of great ideas from this community looking through other build threads. Background - Engine is 4.1 stroker from Nick Micale. Forged internals, billet roller, CP pistons. I bought this engine from Nick a few years ago...
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    Torque converter clearance

    I know you are supposed to have a minium of 1/8 - max of 3/16 spacing between the torque converter pads and flexplate with the converter fully seated in the transmission, otherwise it should be shimmed. I recently mounted up my converter and with it fully seated in the transmission I have a...
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    Throttle bracket w/ spring

    Looking for a throttle bracket complete with the return spring. Thanks Paul
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    Kwik Shift 1

    Anyone using, or have experience with the Kwik Shift 1 - shifter from Precision Performance Products? Thanks
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    Flexplate torque spec

    Anyone know the torque spec for flexplate to crank bolts? Do these get loctite as well? Thanks
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    Arp SS header studs in aluminum heads

    I have a set of ARP header studs I was going to use vs header bolts. The studs I have are stainless steel - Any concern/experience using these in Aluminum GN1 heads? I hear mixed opinions using stainless in aluminum, even with a good coating of anti-seize. Thanks, Paul
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    Brass oil drain fitting - Th400

    looking for the following parts: - Brass oil drain fitting that threads into the block and attaches to the the turbo drain return line. - Built Th400, must be willing to ship. Thanks, Paul
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    New PTE 6262S Billet turbo

    New Precision 6262billet turbo w/actuator. S-housing, journal bearing. Never used, going a different direction with my build. $775 shipped in the lower 48. Thanks
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    TR Custom Parts Headers

    New set of TR Custom Parts SE style headers. These are new, and have not been run. $400 shipped in the lower 48. Thanks, Paul
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    brian

    Bought a transmission from brian. Great products, great vendor!
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    WTB: Strong Build 109 Motor

    I'm currently looking for a "fresh" 109 engine, built by a reputable name in the GN community. Longblock ready to go is the preference; however, would also consider any shortblocks. Hydraulic roller and girdled (or steel caps) are a must. If anyone has something similiar they are considering...
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