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  1. xitabl442

    Woodward

    I know it’s been officially cancelled, but is anyone going anyway? To the locals: Is there any cruising going on? I’ve read online that it’s been pretty heavy. Is it pretty safe in Detroit? I’ve never had a problem in previous years, but this isn’t like any other year.
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    How much oil?

    Hey guys, I’m replacing the compressor in my 442 with a reman, and the instructions say to dump the shipping oil and add the correct amount for my system (8oz). But that’s figuring a new dryer and flushing the lines, I just did that last year and found out I had a bad seal on the compressor (why...
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    Slight shudder/vibration concern.

    I have a slight vibration when I first start moving. I think it feels like it’s coming from the rear, but I’m not sure yet. It seems to be more evident when I turn when I first start movement , like pulling out of a parking spot. I’ll add that I can wiggle the driveshaft up and down a little at...
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    Dash ground location?

    My voltmeter reads a little low and the charge light stays on dim while running. The alternator is putting out 14.5V so it’s fine. I want to look at the dash ground(s) but I’m not sure where they all go to. Anyone here help me out? Thanks in advance!
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    Transmission, no go

    So I was out hotrodding my 442 tonight, and was shifting manually because it’s fun!! When I went into third my engine revved to redline immediately, no noise from the trans that I recall, it just lost momentum. It doesn’t move in reverse or any forward gears anymore. It does go into park and...
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    2019 Power Tour

    I just read the route info because it’s close to me this year. Didn’t know it was coming through my town!! Holy cow, it doesn’t get any closer than that! On Thursday of the tour they travel from Indy to Ft Wayne (the long route)...
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    Buell fans?

    So a guy I work with has a ‘98 Buell X1 Lightning for sale. 8200 miles, PM wheels, Borla exhaust plus stock, carbon fiber air cleaner with K&N air filter, motor is stock internally. Hasn’t been on the road for 12 years, so it needs tires, battery, carb cleaned, and lots of elbow grease. There’s...
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    1 owner 85 GN on BAT

    Thought I’d share this GN I just saw for sale on Bring a Trailer. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-buick-grand-national-2/?utm_source=dailymail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2019-04-09
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    With a name like this...

    I found this beer at a local liquor store and had to get one! I’m not a craft beer drinker, so I didn’t expect to like it. It’s all right, but I’ll stick to Bud Light.
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    Truck race at Eldora

    Got a couple last minute tickets for a little truck race at Eldora tonight! Brought my youngest son Ian.
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    Torque converter preferences

    It looks like I need a new torque converter in my 442. What are you guys running for a lock-up converter? I have a trans from Extreme Automatics. I asked him, but he just said he doesn't use Edge Performance converters anymore.
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    2018 Snap-on calendar sneak peek.

    My car will be representing the G-body community next year in the Snap-on snapshots calendar! I sent pics in back in February and they let me know in July that my car was selected. Here it is on the September page.
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    Fuel tank filler neck gasket?

    Hi guys, I plan to replace my fuel tank with a new Spectra from Rockauto . I've read here that the filler neck doesn't fit very well so I was going to order the tank (GM03?) and neck separately. But I can't seem to find the dimensions of the hole in the tank. Anyone here know what gasket I...
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    Two generations

    With a few inbetween. The one on the left is mine. The one on the right is a customer's that's in for some work, we had painted it a few years ago. It's a 67 4speed convertible. The owner had sold it 25 yrs ago and bought it back about 5 yrs ago and had us restore it.
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    Rock Auto discount anyone?

    Anyone have a Rock Auto discount code to share? I had one that just expired and I want to order a new fuel tank and sending unit. Thanks in advance.
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    AC cycling question

    OK, I have an '86 442 with an L98 Vette engine in it. The AC pump is for the Vette and everything else is original to the 442. then The AC clutch is wired as follows: Batt (+) starts at ignition, goes through climate control for AC on where it goes to the AC clutch, this wire splits to power...
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    Kilduff lightning rods in factory console in an '86 442

    Started by removing the factory shifter and bracket. I made a 1" tall spacer to lift the console and move it back, these shifters are pretty big. I plan to lift the carpet to fill the gap to the console base I made this saddle bracket to hold the shifter to the tunnel. Here is the shifter...
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    Parts or project?

    I picked up this 85 442 from a scrapper that picks up our junk steel. It's a sunroof car and came with a title. As you can see there is no engine or trans in the car. the interior is pretty rough, but has a few pieces that I can use. It still has the limited slip rear and an aluminum front...
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    Happy Veterans Day!

    Wishing all our US veterans a Happy Veterans Day! And a big thank you for all you do or have done. God Bless.
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    Paint contest, Instagram voters please

    So this guy that I work with has entered a paint contest from the paint company that we use. They have a panel of judges, but they also put it up on Instagram for the public opinion. If anyone has an account and would be willing to vote or him, here's a link to his entry. The contest is...

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