Recent content by dave1978

  1. dave1978

    New G body owner - '85 GP

    I would go LS if I could
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    Confused on which way to go

    IF you can get a good Olds 350 throw it in you will be happy!
  3. dave1978

    FUTURE BUICK 350 SWAP

    Don't forget to upgrade the oil pump Buicks weak link.if you have a good running engine you will be happy you did.
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    Trans length

    I am getting all my parts gathered for my Monte Carlo engine and suspension upgrades.I was going to use an Olds 350 but decided to rebuild a Chevy 350 I had laying around.I have a good th350 longshaft on hand the question I have is it the same length as a 700r4 wondering because I would like to...
  5. dave1978

    Checking in

    Most people I know just drop in a 350 Olds all the brackets and everything Match up nice easy swap get it running again quick I've seen it done by about 6 people I know over the years 68-76 have stronger blocks 77-80 they cheapend up the bottom ends.
  6. dave1978

    87 monte carlo just checking in

    Got an 87 Monte Carlo LS last year. Got it up and running got inspected and everything. It's a little rough around the edges not terrible for 1987. This fall before winter I am going to put it in the garage and start to do some work on it starting to order complete suspension and brakes system...
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    1987 Monte Carlo gas tank

    I'm picking up an 1987 Monte Carlo with a 4.3 tbi it has a bad gas tank . I was wondering if there is a different tank or are the ones with carbs able to be used?Reason I'm asking is my friend has a good one from a Monte that had a carb and I could have it if it will work.
  8. dave1978

    Rear end upgrade

    Any body know if there any better after market parts to build a 7.5 to make it stronger 8.5 GN rears aren't exactly falling out of trees.Better-stronger gears bearings, axles,etc.
  9. dave1978

    Reasonable Price???

    There is no way in hell that hood will fit a 78-80 unless it's a 4 door.
  10. dave1978

    $40,000 85 Cutlass 442

    I think I messed up the link http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/2886770573.html
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    $40,000 85 Cutlass 442

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  12. dave1978

    WHY DO PEOPLE PUT LISTS OF SOLD CARS IN SIG?

    I can't figure it out myself. The only reason I would mention a past ride would be advice on a problem that someone currently has and I had the same problem I repaired on a past car. Or If you're telling a story about a car you used to own.I've had a list of old GM cars and trucks that would be...
  13. dave1978

    350 engine id

    D0 not worry I'm going on Sat to look at a 1981 with a straight 6 the truck that had that engine is out of the picture, the owner wants more than the truck is worth. Thanks
  14. dave1978

    442 with a new heartbeat

    Sorry about your luck after all the work that was done.Hopefully it is a lifter or something not to costly. Good luck.
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    350 engine id

    The pad on the right front of the block in front of the head has helped me determine the engine on other ones but this one is weird ,can't tell the year of the engine just know it's a small block 1985 or older style.Motor is in a 1976 Chevy pickup.

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