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Are A/C & alternator brackets for a 1979 NA motor the same for the turbo motor? I need a set. Thanks Dan

Looking for a set of Alternator and A/C brackets for a '79 3.8l turbo. Also need a pix of the A/c compressor. Thanks Dan

Looking for a good ECM for my 1979 Regal Turbo motor. The one I have has broken mounting holes.

This motor has no wiring with it. It was cut out of the car before being crushed. What major issues am I up against for this to be a stand alone motor in a streetrod. Will need all electronic,. ECM, and sensors. What is readily available? Thanks Dan Marx 1928 Essex w/'79 turbo

So, had a conversation with a retired Buick engineer who is a turbo guru. He said if the computer on my '79 turbo went bad, it would still run on 110 Octane racing fuel. Does this make sense? Dan

I am in need of the alternator bracket, A/C, and power steering brackets. Need to confirm wether the NA and Turbo will interchange. Any parts out there? Found an NA motor in another state but can't confirm an interchange. Thanks Dan dlmarx@bellsouth.net

The 3.8 turbo in my '28 Essex Super Six came without any mounting brackets, so instead of asking on the list for used brackets, I made my own. As usual I'll do it my self and pay the money later!!!!! Duh. I need a complete set of mounting bracket for the original AC unit, alternator, and...

So, just to be different, I installed a Holley 4160 carb on the draw thru turbo. The major issue with the carb was the vacuum secondaries would not open on acceleration. In fact, it would die, !!! So after lots of questions , and no help from Holley, I sent the carb to Joe at All American...

OK, I have been chasing an exhaust leak and couldn't find where it was coming from. Then I had the AH Ha moment, maybe the headers are leaking. Just for the hell of it I pulled a plug and this is what I found. Now, could this be blow by at the spark plug, ie cracked head, or a leak in the...

Ok gurus, as I look at the schematics of the J&S and the ‘79 Turbo, it appears that an NA dizzy is required. Once you remove the ECM, you are left with a dizzy that has 4 wires in a round connector . The J&S connects to the HEI and Has a knock sensor. Just the musings of a back woods country...

Been a while since I’ve posted, so here is the question, at idle the temp is approx 175 degrees, driving it routinely goes to 195-210 degrees. Radiator is full, electric fan. You through PLEASE. Do I need to be concerned? Dan

Oh boy, changed out the turbo, started the engine and within 1 minute the drivers side exhaust manifold was glowing red hot. So, thaought maybe the turbo was stuck. Well, the turbo was not stuck when I took it apart. Any thoughts on where I messed up? Dan '28 Essex

OK, I know this question has been asked before, but my search in the archives yielded bupkis. Most probably operator error. I have installed a Holley 4175, 650 cfm, with vacuum secondaries on the 28 Essex, '79 Buick Turbo. So, what to do with the PEVR? I know there is a hobbs switch wiring...

I have a Holley Red fuel pump that is preset at 7 psi. Is that to much fuel pressure , if so, what problems will it cause. Having continuous issue with the carb that resembles fuel starvation. I have checked all other recommendations. Dan

OK, it's been a while since I was on the list, however, I still lurk. The '28 Essex with the '79 3.8 Turbo is finished. The idle is at about 700 -850 rpm. I can accelerate the engine slowly by hand and all is smooth, however, when I put it in gear it wants to stall , the engine then has a major...

OK, I am sure I posted this before, but sure can't find the answer. Hey, it's called CRS syndrome. Just did my last swap meet after 27 years. Body can't take it any more!!!!! The currently listed speed daddy headers for the '84 turbo, how much modification is required for the '79 draw thru...

OK, the engine idles fast. Closed both mixture screws and makes no difference in the fast engine idle. sprayed WD 40 on all possible sources of a vacuum leak. No luck!! Could it be the PEVR is not connected properly?!!! The following link will not open...

OK, another wild ass question. Did anyone make an intake similar to the Hielbron fuel injection systems, Or perhaps a 6 stack intake for the early V-6? And you thought the '79 Turbo in my '28 Essex was different, just wait!!! oh yes here's one to think about, ever seen a '23 Red Bug, yes it...

OK, now that the '28 Essex is on the road, I have had the unfortunate issue of a broken/frayed/ mucked up knock sensor wire. So, if anyone has a extra ESC they would be willing to part with, I am in need of one as a back-up. It will go in that box of spare parts that you carry just in case!! Dan

So, I am back, 28Essex V-6 is doing great. Can the MSD 6AL BTM be used on the '79 draw thru. Looking for something more modern. Have had a couple of broken wires on the ESC that have been driving me to consider alternate forms of relaxation!!!!! Don't even ask!