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  1. Ernest

    Looking For 1 3/4" headers

    For gbody chassis of course.... particularly for my 1979 malibu. Anyone know of any that are a direct fit or install with little modification... i'd like to get the ceramic coated type, but if i had to ding and ping it, the finish in those areas would be disaterous, or just touch it up with...
  2. Ernest

    Holley 650DP

    Installed on an automatic car, im thinking about experimenting with one on my ZZ4.... will it be fun or be just another PITA since vacsec units are more of the norm?
  3. Ernest

    First Time Header Removal

    Its about time i put my AEM wideband guage/02 sensor setup to good use. Since my ceramique coated headers coating has flaked off enough, both appear to be in good shape, they both could use a good stripping and just repainted in high temp black after a 02 bung has been welded in on both. So...
  5. Ernest

    2 Piston Brake Calipers

    While browsing the net for 1 3/4" headers for when the time comes to "shoehorn in a 383 HEMI"(cannonball movie reference)... i came across "southwest speed" site that looks exactly where the 1 5/8" headers im currently sportin that came with the malibu. They also sell a variety of other...
  6. Ernest

    In Tank Fuel Pump

    Would it be possible for it to function properly in a non baffled(original) gas tank? I would like to go with an electric fuel pump just for carburated use only and ditch the mechanical, some have suggested in the past about using a "vega" pump. From what i've read, it puts out around 6psi, so...
  7. Ernest

    Master Cylinder Resevoir

    Has anyone ever just changed the size of their master cylinder resevoir for an increased capacity one. My idea... my '79 malibu resevoir(pic1) and thinking about swaping it out for the slightly larger resevoir(pic2) thats for '81 Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile and Pontiac. I could possibly use...
  9. Ernest

    Power Brake Booster Filter

    Do they contain charcoal? The reason i ask is because i came across a dorman version for GM on amazon.... from two reviews, one showed charcoal like material that possibly came from the housing while still inside the sealed package and the other review mentioned it was used it as a gas tank...
  10. Ernest

    Brake Bleeding

    Its that time again.... not for the mailbu, but for my daily driver(2005 GMC SCSB). Replacing the brakes on the front(disc) and rear(drum)... consider this a "one man" brake bleeder, crew of one. This idea has been around for ages, it'll be a great help when working alone, it'll cost very...
  11. Ernest

    Positraction Tag

    Anyone ever buy one from Mikes Montes. Bought one, brand new, looks great, but this small padded only packaging evelope is little to be desired. It came slightly bent downward towards the middle of the tag, i had to flatten it a tad. Figured they would have thought about sandwiching the tag...
  13. Ernest

    Klein CL390

    AC/DC clamp meter. Just picked this up recently at the local home depot($99), knowing its well manored for around the house and typical shop use, figure this would be nice for automotive use as well.... expecially seeing what your alternator is putting out at idle or how much your starter pulls...
  14. Ernest

    10SI to 12SI Alternator

    Im currently running, what seems to be the standard 10SI/61A alternator thats installed for the '79 model year commonly used with factory AC equipt, of which my car is and heater. Lately while driving the malibu for my usual early morning 20mile sunday drives(weather permiting) just to keep the...
  15. Ernest

    Holly Metering Block Issue

    Is it possible for gas to leak around the idle mixture screw cork seals while the engine is off? As i was waiting for a new set of 8.5hg holley power valves to arrive by mail for my 670SA carburetor, i put on my holley 770SA in its place for the meanwhile to keep my mailbu running. Since i had...
  17. Ernest

    Holley Power Valve Tester

    Who would pay $55 or more for the moroso version, i know i wouldnt, but unfortunately... i did. Story goes... i was looking to build a home made tool to test with, from the few YT example videos i've seen, i bought all the needed parts for cheap to accomplish what i set out to do. I thought i...
  18. Ernest

    Possible Squeak Cure

    For years when using polyeurothane suspension bushings.
  19. Ernest

    Power Brake Booster

    When it comes time to replace it with an original style or upgraded type that works along with the master cylinder... wheres a good source to find one, brand new if possible. Spec - 1979 malibu, SBC v8 with original disk/drum setup, zero mods.
  21. Ernest

    4L60E Conversion

    I've had that thought for a good while to upgrade from the 700R4 im currenlty using, its still working perfectly btw, just waiting on the right time. While the stand alone controller im interested in is available, albeit pricey($800/bluetooth capable), and since im still running with a...
  22. Ernest

    Shocks

    Just your regular standard front and rear shocks on stock suspension. What would be a good brand to go with, given that my malibu is not a daily driver, just 20mile runs every sunday(weather permiting), basically for cars and coffee, car shows and swap meets.
  23. Ernest

    BluePrint Engine HEI Distributor

    Im thinking about trying one out to see how good they are since they are used on their crate engines. Advertised with a melonized gear, which is a plus for us roller cam guys, typical amazon/ebay distributors use iron type, more for flat tappet... has anyone ever used one for their own engines...
  25. Ernest

    SBC 305 Build

    Video is very entertaining, from mild to wild, figure this would be a nice incentive for those insisting on building this engine with some B, A, double L, S.
  26. Ernest

    Fuel Filter Change

    Not too long after getting my malibu, i changed out the metal type fuel filter that was installed between the mechanical fuel pump and carburetor for a see through glass type. It was the mr gasket brand that has the silicon o-rings on the ends with the replaceable filter in between that you...

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