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I'm the second owner of this car since 1988. It was used for business for a few years and retired to hobby status in 2000. Always garaged, covered and never raced. It has been modified extensively but all stock parts will go with the car in case you wanted more of the stock look.

I'm considering shooting the metallic clear from duplicolor over my existing factory white paint to give it a pearl effect. My paint is in excellent condition and this is a very reasonable approach, cost wise, if it is a good product. Anyone have any experience with this product?

Happy New Year to all. My car died while warming it up to move it around yesterday, and would start and die immediately like it was set to anti-theft. (which it wasn't) The weather was cold, the car hadn't been run in a couple of weeks, but it was idling just fine for about 5 minutes before it...

Can anyone here suggest a local shop/person that can fab up a 3 muffler setup for me? I have a 2.75" cat back dual system with Hooker aerochambers and I can't stand the drone no mo. I'm thinking about using the shorter ultraflow because it doesn't have to be whisper quiet, just no drone. TIA...

I have 10K HID's that I bought from ez HID and after installing haven't used them 'cause I've been focused on new engine issues and seldom drive at night.* I just noticed that when I turn them on, they flash bright then dim and slowly brighten back to normal.* Is this normal for a conversion or...

Anyone know if there is any diagnostic software available to use a Palm handheld product? I have a Palm Zire sitting here begging to be used in the car somehow. MH

My system has cerwin vega components in front Qform kicks with 6X9's in rear tray with a 10" sub w/box in rear seat. Two amps, one for the sub and a 4 channel for the front/rear speakers and a near new Pioneer head unit. Problem is hardly any volume coming from passenger side kick panel...

Just completed my eight month 4.1 engine build and fired it up for the first time a couple days ago. Started right up and ran beautifully until I shut it down after about 10 minutes. (roller cam) After it cooled down I drained the oil and it was ugly brown, obviously mixed with water. I have...

Anyone know where I can get an aftermarket windage tray for my 4.1 I'm building? The 14 bolt oil pan doesn't have one like my 3.8 and I don't want to try and fab one in my garage, as simple as it may seem to some. :confused: TIA

I called TA performance today to order HD rocker shafts for my 4.1 engine build and they are out of stock and can't find a supplier. I'm putting in a roller cam kit so I really feel the need for beefier shafts. Anyone know of a supplier, preferably one of the Buick vendors? TIA.:confused:

Just curious what you guys that mainly race 1/8 run for engine combos, especially camshafts. (This is really another cam thread in disguise, but don't tell anybody:D ) I'm currently building a .040 bored 4.1 for a pure street car that want to be more of a "sprinter" performance wise. Where...

Im just getting started on my 4.1 build and have been talked out of using hypers by my machinist and Summit Racing. So much for my budget build plan!! Now I don't know where to go to get the custom pistons (I assume) that I will need. Do you normally buy direct from the well known...

I recently installed an Ext. Extreme G (G20X7BIG) along with a Gen II, 3.5" MAF, turbo, injectors and can't get the car to run right in closed loop. The chip will allow me to run open loop fulltime if set for it. Will there be any negative effects for a fair weather only streetcar? I run a...

check out the June issue of car audio magazine. The seven time world champion Buick Regal built by Gary Biggs is opened up to reveal his secrets. I didn't think a Regal could sound that great by all the previous posts I've read here.:biggrin: MLH

I did a search for tip in problems and found nothing so I'm asking you guys for possible causes and solutions. After changing turbo, inj(60's) MAF, GENII, Extender G, I've got a car that runs OK cold, driving easy, and starts running poorly after it warms up. Cruising at 45-50 the BL's start...

My TPS is adjusted as far forward as it will go and my readings are .36 idle & 4.1 WOT. Any ideas on modifying the TPS or does it need to be replaced. Thanks for any suggestions.:confused: MLH

I recently upgraded my stereo system while the car was down for engine mods. I installed a new Pioneer head unit and a Kenworth sub amp for my single 10" sub that rides in the back seat. Had it working fine until I fired up the car and went for a test drive and discovered the sub wasn't...

I just completed installing all my Christmas presents to myself which include: new turbo, 60# injectors. Gen II w/extreme G chip, Lt1 MAF and my question is this. The car starts rough then smooths out and drives OK (real easy) until I hit the first hill and on comes the SES light. Its...

Anyone know where I might find a rebuildable 4.1 block locally? I've tried the wrecking yards without any luck. THIA

I've concluded that my next bolt on part should be an upgrade to the intercooler and am concerned about driveability issues with a large FM, like the new RJC megacooler. Overheating isn't my concern as much as surging, etc. that I've only read about and never experienced. Any comments...