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    GBOTM: April '15 Entries Thread

    Guess I'll kick it off......1987 Buick Turbo T. Fully restored over the last 3-4 years. Engine is a 274ci forged stroker with custom roller cam, M&A aluminum heads w/ matching intake, RJC FMIC, GN1 headers, Precision 7168 turbo, 3in downpipe, RJC exhaust, FAST XFI w/e-dash, and Alkycontrol dual...
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    [closed] Carlisle GM Nationals 2015 - Pre-Event Thread

    I will be there with the Mid Atlantic Grand National Association at least Saturday and Sunday. Staying at the newer Holiday Inn again this year. Avoid the Days Inn. Stayed there in 2013 and it was terrible.
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    GBOTM: March '15 Entries Thread

    Here's my 87 Buick Turbo T. Stored November to March. Doesn't hit the road until there isn't a trace of salt. Driven everywhere in the summer but trailered on long trips. Engine is a 274ci forged stroker based on a production 4.1 block with a custom roller cam and topped with M&A aluminum heads...
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Time for an update. Engine was finished at the end of October. Only put a few hundred miles on it before putting it away for winter. The following upgrades were made: Engine: 4.1 291 block bored to 4in GN1 3.625 stroker crank (274ci), Molnar 6.3in rods, custom Diamond pistons Comp custom roller...
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    Grand National Horsepower Rating

    A stone stock GN will make just over 200whp. I know PAS had a TTA 3.8 on an engine dyno back in 1989 and made 300hp and those made 15-16psi stock vs the GN's 14psi. So 270-300hp is realistic.
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Actually sold the Z back in April. Owned it 6 years but was starting falling apart and was killing me on gas driving 100 miles a day. Bought a Chevy Cruze turbo and the amout I save in fuel alone is paying for the car. First time it snows this winter I'm gonna miss it :( .
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Thanks guys. My best guess is sometime last fall or this spring at a show someone popped off one of the valve cover breathers and dumped in a cup of beach-like sand. Probably happened between oil changes. After the last dyno tune I drove a 300 mile round trip to Kirbans open house. On the way...
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Haven't posted an update here in awhile so here it goes. ALOT has changed on this car. In March it went through another phase of upgrades including alky injection kit, 4in intake, Aerospace billet 4 piston front brakes with 12in rotors, Moser rear axles and rebuilt posi, all new body bushings...
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    Congratulations to XCESSIV6 our GBOTY '13 Winner!

    Beautiful GN man congrats! Glad a Turbo Buick came out on top too :D .
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    GBF at 2014 Carlisle GM Nats, interested? (6/20-22)

    Yup he a good guy to deal with. He came to the last MAGNA meet to promote the event. Last year Turbo Buick was a feature car. This year it's GTO. As long as you don't sell food or parts or play excessively loud music you are pretty much free to do what you please at the tent. Also, there is...
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    GBF at 2014 Carlisle GM Nats, interested? (6/20-22)

    I'm only 1hr south of Carlisle and I go a couple times a year. I already registered for this year but I'll be parked with the MAGNA Buick group. I'll make sure to stop over to your tent and introduce myself. Tyler Staley is the event coordinator so if there he would be the man to contact with...
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Thanks guys :D . I was messing around with Windows Movie Maker and came up with this quick compilation of the build and the 2013 show/race season. Enjoy.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip13cti2_f8
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    Gbody Of The Year '13

    Voted......and not for myself :-o
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    87 turbo regal cali emissions

    As far as I know the only difference is the chip. Eric at TurboTweak can burn you an emissions chip that you would plug in right before the test. That chip is not meant for any kind of boost.
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    84 t type question?

    84 T-Type only came with the turbo V6 (87 the T package could be had on a 307 car). They all should have come with the 8.5in 10 bolt rear. Open diff was standard, posi was a $100 option.
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    t-type differential question

    Like said above, it was always an option on T-Types but std on the GN in late 87. I know someone local with 2 86 GN's that must have come from the south. Both are open rears and both have no rear window defroster.
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    My 1987 Turbo T Build

    Its hard to find someone to do Turbo Buick engine work, and 200R4's properly. After having my trans out about 7 times for various reasons, I was told my trans, converter, and driveshaft are good for 700ft lbs or so. It can be done, but will probably cost you $2500-$3000.
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Had the car out yesterday for a cars and coffee event. Also just a nice fall day to get out and cruise. Couple pics......
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Looks like I made Precision Turbo's ride of the month for October 8) . http://www.precisionturbo.net/news/Boosted-Ride-of-the-Month--October---Jordan-Polites-s-1987-Buick-Regal/218
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    Build thread: 87 Buick Regal Turbo T

    Made my first ever passes down a drag strip today during the East Coast Buick Regionals. All things considered I think it went ok. Didn't brake anything and had a good time. Thanks to my buddy Randy Asbury for being my videographer and giving me helpful tips all day . Still on the safe street...

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