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Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-18-2024, 03:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,673
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yup, need more specific info, SCR, head info, cam...

Yup, need more specific info, SCR, head info, cam degreed or not, timing chain setup, etc.

It does sound like maybe the secondaries aren't opening up.

Balancer marks/slip is a very good bet...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-17-2024, 12:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 818
Posted By HWYSTR455
Pretty sure my multi-leafs are #220 but would...

Pretty sure my multi-leafs are #220 but would have to check.

Wasn't sure if they were going to be too much but am now thinking not!


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-16-2024, 02:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 818
Posted By HWYSTR455
Nice Steve, always enjoy seeing pics of your car!...

Nice Steve, always enjoy seeing pics of your car!

Bet the 300# leafs help control squat!


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Forum: Suspension TECH 09-16-2024, 02:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 906
Posted By HWYSTR455
Heheh! Ok, maybe I went a little overboard with...

Heheh! Ok, maybe I went a little overboard with that comment!

So your squeaks are control arm, sway bar, or body bushings?


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Forum: Suspension TECH 09-16-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 906
Posted By HWYSTR455
It's been so long since I've used poly so was not...

It's been so long since I've used poly so was not sure, and now I use sound deadening and heat barrier stuff, so 'vibrations' or 'harshness' is non-existent for me.

I probably still have a bunch...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-16-2024, 10:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 860
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yeah, keep in mind actual pool noodles don't like...

Yeah, keep in mind actual pool noodles don't like heat and may melt. Use the hot water heater insulation stuff, it takes the heat, and comes in black too.

Don't take it hard, many people have done...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-16-2024, 09:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 818
Posted By HWYSTR455
As the rear ride height rises, weight on the rear...

As the rear ride height rises, weight on the rear tires shifts to the front tires, and there's less downforce on the rear tires. By raising the rear, you're making any traction issues worse.

From...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-15-2024, 06:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 937
Posted By HWYSTR455
To adjust the lash you have to have the car off...

To adjust the lash you have to have the car off the ground, pop the centerlink off the steering arm, leave the column unlocked, and tighten the lash bolt until there's no play in the shaft. Rock the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-15-2024, 06:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 818
Posted By HWYSTR455
Both those cars are way too high in the back, of...

Both those cars are way too high in the back, of course they won't hit the lip, you could go to 12" wheels on those and not hit. Those things stick way out past the quarter.

Go ahead and have 4...
Forum: Suspension TECH 09-15-2024, 06:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 906
Posted By HWYSTR455
Energy Suspension bushing are impregnated with...

Energy Suspension bushing are impregnated with graphite, which helps control squeaking.

Not sure they even include lube anymore, if they do it's just for a matter of confidence.

Cheap bushings...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-14-2024, 01:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,229
Posted By HWYSTR455
I believe the term for spike in coolant temp...

I believe the term for spike in coolant temp after shutdown is 'after boil'.


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Forum: THE LOBBY 09-14-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 26,026
Posted By HWYSTR455
Following! .

Following!


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-14-2024, 08:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 818
Posted By HWYSTR455
If you run a wider tire on a narrow(er) wheel,...

If you run a wider tire on a narrow(er) wheel, that 'bulge' takes away from what you can fit, not to mention it's not safe. It is possible for the tire to roll off the wheel. Also, on a dip or bump...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-14-2024, 07:25 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,229
Posted By HWYSTR455
What kind of gauge are you running, or are you...

What kind of gauge are you running, or are you looking at the handheld for coolant temps?

Yup, pics would help a lot.

Water pump divider clearanced?

AC pulleys?

What BRAND T-stat? (And...
Forum: Suspension TECH 09-13-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 906
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yeah, I doubt the body bushings will squeak, they...

Yeah, I doubt the body bushings will squeak, they don't move around enough like a control arm would.


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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-10-2024, 06:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 860
Posted By HWYSTR455
The 70-73s can use the molded filler panel on top...

The 70-73s can use the molded filler panel on top of/in front of the core support. That will help force more outside air thru the cores.

The frame horns as they pass through the core also have...
Forum: Suspension TECH 09-10-2024, 05:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 413
Posted By HWYSTR455
I thought the Ridetechs were rebuildable, I did a...

I thought the Ridetechs were rebuildable, I did a quick sweep on the site before I mentioned it and didn't find anything. And if it's a kit, even better. QA1 & Viking I believe you have to send them...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-10-2024, 02:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 860
Posted By HWYSTR455
I think the fans are now repopped? I believe...

I think the fans are now repopped?

I believe you should make sure your belts and pulleys are in top condition, it is more likely to get belt slip, especially with an AC pulley. And they don't...
Forum: Suspension TECH 09-10-2024, 01:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 413
Posted By HWYSTR455
I was impatient and ordered directly from...

I was impatient and ordered directly from Ridetech, they were $255ea.

If you shop it, you can get 10-25% off from what I've heard. Maybe more.

It does not appear they rebuild like QA1 &...
Forum: Suspension TECH 09-10-2024, 01:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 413
Posted By HWYSTR455
They are great shocks, and I also had not...

They are great shocks, and I also had not considered them before until someone commented on them. So I dug a little, found they are reputable, and well received by many, and pulled the trigger.

I...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-08-2024, 09:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 937
Posted By HWYSTR455
I have a Borgeson 600 series box and they ship...

I have a Borgeson 600 series box and they ship with the backlash sloppy.

They box requires specific psi & GPM too, specs call for 1100-1250 psi and 2.5-3.0 GPM.

Depending on the type pump you...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-08-2024, 09:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 718
Posted By HWYSTR455
Hm, maybe I'm reading the wrong 'science'? ...

Hm, maybe I'm reading the wrong 'science'?

"The acidic materials resulting from oxidation of the lubricant oil are generally weak organic acids. However, contamination by fuel combustion products...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-08-2024, 03:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 718
Posted By HWYSTR455
I think the acid comes from fuel additives, and...

I think the acid comes from fuel additives, and it's not 'from' the oil, it's 'in' the oil. The oil is doing one of the things it's supposed to do, carry away contaminants.

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Forum: Suspension TECH 09-08-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 906
Posted By HWYSTR455
I swapped out the Herb Adams drop bushings for...

I swapped out the Herb Adams drop bushings for the interlocking GW ones too. My comment regarding the structural supports are based in using the VSE braces, which mandates the solid bushings.

I...
Forum: Suspension TECH 09-07-2024, 01:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 906
Posted By HWYSTR455
Yes, Energy are the best poly ones, across the...

Yes, Energy are the best poly ones, across the board.



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