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  1. 64nailhead

    BUILD THREAD 84 Regal back half/caged/mini tubbed lq4/4l80e build

    3.73 with that tire will work fine. That’s what I’m using and they should work until I can get above 155 at the stripe. Forgive me if I asked before, but what is controlling the trans/converter? No way you should be topped at at 70mph with that gear, especially if the converter is locked...
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    BUILD THREAD 84 Regal back half/caged/mini tubbed lq4/4l80e build

    Not the stall, but the diameter. They advised me against the 245mm due to HP and weight. So I ordered the larger diameter with 3800 stall and advised I was looking for 700-800 rpm drop on shifts at full load. But the shift drop was ALOT more than that. I sent it back and they loosened 'all that...
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    BUILD THREAD 84 Regal back half/caged/mini tubbed lq4/4l80e build

    I’m curious about the converter? Did Circle D recommend that? Regarding a cooler, look at a Dana TruCool- the 32k and 40k are big. I’m using a 40k without the radiator cooler and seems to work well.
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    WTF Hot Rod Magazine?

    It's the way of our world now, unfortunately. Reviewing an article for technical information has been replaced by google and social media. Personally, I don't feel we are better for it either. Our kids are taught that retention of knowledge is not necessary because it can be found in seconds, as...
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    On the 'mildly' Cheap SS Monte Carlo chasing a 9.0____(anything less than 9.1)

    That’s not including my fat *ss. But I’m sure I managed a brown trout or two release between start and finish. 🤪🤪
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    On the 'mildly' Cheap SS Monte Carlo chasing a 9.0____(anything less than 9.1)

    My weight reduction efforts are complete. I still have to get an alignment and set the pinion angle. Before this last pic was taken I was adjusting the ARB preload, which I'm quite sure it's why my side to side weights are a bit wonky. Before : After : 211 lbs . Changes included the...
  7. 64nailhead

    A Fabricobbler's Guide to the Turbo Buick Galaxy- Cutlass Rehash

    I'd consult with someone (trans guy). Very good to hear that they are willing to help you out with this.
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    GBOTM March 2024 GBOTM Nominations Thread - Enter NOW!

    If anyone is interested in homemade mods that aren’t pretty, but ‘usually’ effective, then I might be able to compete haha. ‘Bolt on’parts, you say? Not a one. But for mods that are both aesthetically pleasing and effective, I can’t hold a candle to 565bbchevy . And he’s going to get my vote.
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    A Fabricobbler's Guide to the Turbo Buick Galaxy- Cutlass Rehash

    What did FTI come up with? Are they going to step up or bail?
  10. 64nailhead

    8.5 in rearend

    No. There a lot of other factors involved that your calculation requires for accuracy, but you’re making assumptions about those factors being precise. And they are not precise.
  11. 64nailhead

    to the coil over guys

    I'm new to coil overs, but I'm going with them for the front. https://southsidemachineperformance.com/shop-1/ols/products/ssm-coilover-reinforcement-plates I'm using these reinforcement plates with stock lower arms and TRZ uppers. Regarding the coilovers, you can get a spring that goes in...
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    307 CHEVY HELP

    Tall order to get 400hp out of a small bore and short stroke SBC. It will take rpm that will require a balanced rotating assembly, either a great set of heads or a good set that are reworked by a knowledgeable porter, and a cam that will be considered anything other than daily driver friendly...
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    Just because it comes up occasionally EV thing

    The EV crowd is in a different part of our society than I. They aren’t affordable, viable or realistic for the average consumer that needs a daily grocery getter. In terms of aftermarket parts, swaps or cool factor, it will take a different type of hotrodder to complete an EV swap and ignore a...
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    Vacuum Requirements

    IMO a better program is to run a hydro boost for the brakes and a vacuum canister for everything else (HVAC).
  15. 64nailhead

    A Fabricobbler's Guide to the Turbo Buick Galaxy- Cutlass Rehash

    Yikes - I didn’t realize it was a Moser axle. I probably missed that in the previous comments.
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    Brake line replacement question

    I've never purchased a complete line assembly, but on all of the G's that I've replaced the rear line, I put a union in the area that Jake has in the last picture he attached. Ideally, in a very accessible spot just for ease of installation. I recently replaced the rear section going to the flex...
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    A Fabricobbler's Guide to the Turbo Buick Galaxy- Cutlass Rehash

    Going with a set of stock axles? Glad to see progress Jake.
  18. 64nailhead

    On the 'mildly' Cheap SS Monte Carlo chasing a 9.0____(anything less than 9.1)

    What are your thought on putting jounce bars back in? They are added weight, of course, but is they any real strength in them? Or are they going to affect handling? I’m still up in the air about the sway bar. That’s another 15+ lbs I can eliminate. And thanks - I’ll add a tow hook
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    On the 'mildly' Cheap SS Monte Carlo chasing a 9.0____(anything less than 9.1)

    Front springs and shocks, upper A-arms, front brake/spindles, manual steering box done so far= 104lbs lighter. I’m going to make a post later about another member here that is a GREAT guy. He has helped me out a lot.
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    On the 'mildly' Cheap SS Monte Carlo chasing a 9.0____(anything less than 9.1)

    No, No I didn't. But they are similar (within a lb or two). I'm planning to do a weight comparison of the steering and suspension parts though. I'll post the results as well as total 4 corner weight differences once it's completely reassembled.

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