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    A/C high pressure side fitting

    What size is the high pressure side tap in the line coming off the condenser? I went to hook up my gauges (R12) to check my system and the tap is smaller than my hose fitting or the low pressure side tap for that matter. Is an adapter of some kind required? The gauge set I have uses the same...
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    Wilwood front brakes - early lock up

    I installed a Wilwood front brake kit on my car over the Winter. Just got the car out and took it for a test drive. The fronts are now locking up on moderately hard stops. I'm assuming this is due to more piston area with the Wilwood calipers. Has anyone else experienced this and how was it...
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    S10 manual steering box

    Wanted: 1985-1993 S10 manual steering box with pittman arm and plastic steering collar adapter that came bolted to the top of the box. Must be in good working condition. Please email with shipped cost to 48315 zip. Thanks, Jim
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    Champion A/C, pwr strg delete bracket

    Looking for a Champion power steering - A/C delete bracket. Please email with shipped price to 48315 zip. Thanks, Jim
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    Bell housing bolt size

    If someone could tell me what the bell housing thread pitch is I would appreciate it. Also, is it a blind or thru hole? Thanks, Jim
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    Ball joint separation

    What is the best way to separate the upper/lower ball joints and tie rod ends from the spindle? I'd like to avoid destroying them (i.e pickle fork) in the process. Any tips would be appreciated. Jim
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    Light weight front brake kits

    Anyone have experience with the light weight front brake kits out there for the G cars (i.e. Wilwood, Strange, or Aerospace)? How difficult was the install and how do they perform on a car that is mainly used at the track but once in a while on the street? How much weight did it save...
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    28" front runners

    Anyone running a 27.5-28" front runner? Do they clear the wheel wells at max jounce? Thanks, Jim
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    Best way to tie down your car on a trailer

    What is the preferred method of retaining the front end of a GN when trailering? The back seems straightforward with axle straps around the axle but what is everyone doing for the front? Thanks for the input, Jim
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    75# Extreme Chip - WOW

    Recently changed over to the Translator plus and the 85 mm plastic LS1/LS6 MAF to improve airflow over the stock MAF I've been running. I definately improved airflow as I've picked up several pounds of boost at equal wastegate settings. In fact it's to the point where I was leaning out my 50#...
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    No oil pressure after removing oil cooler adapter

    I removed the factory engine oil cooler adapter and reinstalled the filter directly to the pump housing. Now when I start the car I'm not getting any oil pressure. Is there some trick to removing the adapter that I've missed? Should it be necessary to pack the pump with Vaseline even if I...
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    Direct scan on newer PC?

    Can Direct Scan be run on a newer PC with Windows 2000/NT or XP operating system? Thanks, Jim
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    Brake caliper weight

    Does anyone have data on how much the stock brake calipers weigh? Thanks, Jim
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    Precision .85 A/R exhaust housing

    I'm interested in hearing from anyone who has changed from a high flow Precision .63 to the .85 A/R exhaust housing on a 50 series turbo (especially PT52). Are there any gains in ET and/or MPH to be had on a low 11/high 10 second car? How much did it hurt the launch or low speed driveability...
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    Oil pressure sensor thread size?

    Can anyone tell me what thread is on the factory oil pressure sensor? Thanks, Jim
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    Janis Transmission in 10 sec car

    Does anyone have experience with Janis Transmission in Akron, OH? I'm considering getting a 10.50ish transmission build up and I'm looking for someone within a few hours of Detroit. It seems like I've heard their name before but I'd like to get real world experiences. Thanks for your time...
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    Centerline Telstar wheel weight

    Anyone have a weight on Centerline Telstars in the 15x4 and 15x8 size? Thanks, Jim
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    85 trans model number

    I know the 86/87 GN trans model ID was BRF. What was the 85 GN trans model ID? Thanks, Jim
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    Difference between 85 and 86/87 trans

    What are the differences between the 84/85 turbo 200R4 and the 86/87 BRF? Is it possible to upgrade one to 86/87 specs? Thanks TJ
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    Front seal replacement

    I'm getting ready to do a converter swap and wanted to change the front seal while I was in there. Does anyone have any tips on changing the seal and are any special tools required? What is the GM p/n for the seal? Thanks, TJ
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