Thanks/78 malibu factory 4 speed.

[pontiac guy]

bench seat? I've never seen that. I've only seen the bucket cars. That is really neat.

 

[mystre71]

Thanks, Anyone here messed with a 383 with FI ? How does it do in traffic under normal everyday use ? I know back in the day a performance small block was great for racing, but not so much for a daily driver. Should I go with an LS which one is best suited for a 78 with AC ?

 

[Injectedcutty]

Thanks, Anyone here messed with a 383 with FI ? How does it do in traffic under normal everyday use ? I know back in the day a performance small block was great for racing, but not so much for a daily driver. Should I go with an LS which one is best suited for a 78 with AC ?

Not a 383, but I ran this healthy 355 with fuel injection for years. The cam had a .488/.510 lift, it was a blast on the street. It never ran hot, had one heck of a chug to it, but the block cracked after years of abuse!

I decided to go LS with some forced air, but will be running an auto trans. Btw, welcome aboard from KY!

 

[mystre71]

Not a 383, but I ran this healthy 355 with fuel injection for years. The cam had a .488/.510 lift, it was a blast on the street. It never ran hot, had one heck of a chug to it, but the block cracked after years of abuse!
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I decided to go LS with some forced air, but will be running an auto trans. Btw, welcome aboard from KY!

Thanks! Man that looks nice in there! What car was it in and I'd love to see more photos of that car!. Everyone here has been really helpful and I appreciate it!

I am leaning towards an LS1 comes with harness. comp, pedal, etc .. http://www.turnkeyenginesupply.com/...n-key-crate-engine-with-computer-and-harness/ I just want to make sure I'll be able to run AC (even if it's Vintage Air), keep my manual trans in the proper location and do a need to do anything to my suspension ? I was about to purchase all new suspension but want to make sure I'm getting the RIGHT suspension. here's the list. sry its a long list.

Q-GS401-10450C QA1 Pro-Coil System - 18 Way Single Adjustable - 1973-1987 GM G/A-Body: Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. $449.95 $449.95

Spring Choice: 450#

Spanner Wrenches & Spring Bearings: None

1 E-FRTKIT-G Spohn Precision Front End Rebuild Kit - 1978-1987 GM G-Body: Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. $235.00 $235.00

Upper Ball Joints: No Upper Ball Joints

Lower Ball Joints: No Lower Ball Joints

1 925GB Sway Bars Set - Solid 4140 Chrome Moly - 1978-1987 GM G-Body: Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. $349.00 $349.00

Color: Gloss Black

1 614B Rear Upper Control Arms - Tubular with Polyurethane Bushings - Adjustable - 1978-1987 GM G-Body: Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. $179.00 $179.00

Bushing Grease: None
981
New Mounting Hardware: Add Mounting Hardware
$11.95
$11.95

HF-34214
Angle Finder: Add Angle Finder
$9.95
$9.95

610U
Rear Housing Bushings: Yes - Poly Bushings
$39.00
$39.00
Color: Gloss Black

Material Type: Mild Steel
1 212B Rear Lower Control Arms - Boxed with Polyurethane Bushings - 1978-1987 GM G-Body: Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. $195.00 $195.00

Bushing Grease: None

Sway Bar Hardware: None

981
New Mounting Hardware: Add Mounting Hardware
$11.95
$11.95

Color: Gloss Black

1 GAKit Tubular Upper & Lower A-Arms Package - 1978-1987 GM G-Body: Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. $700.00 $700.00

751B
Lower A-Arms: 751 - Black

980G
Lower A-Arms Hardware: Add Mounting Hardware
$12.95
$12.95

755B
Upper A-Arms: 755 - Poly - Black

973G
Upper A-Arms Hardware: Add Mounting Hardware
$15.95
$15.95
K5208 (2)
Upper Ball Joints: Add Standard Upper Ball Joints
$59.90
$59.90
902
Bushing Grease: Add Bushing Grease
$15.00
$15.00
1 736-G-QSA Rear Coil Over Kit - QA1 18 Way Single Adjustable Shocks - 1978-1987 GM G-Body: Regal, Malibu, Monte Carlo, etc. $580.00 $580.00
Q-14-150 (2)
Spring Rate: 150#


Thanks for all the help guys and gals!
Joe

 

[mystre71]

I would like to post some photo updates on my restoration progress. But I'm having so much trouble uploading photos on this site. Can anyone tell me or explain the process they use to post photos? Thanks!

 

[CaliWagon83]

Personally, I add them to my photo gallery and link them. Click on the "Media" tab, and select "Add Media" or "Your Media." Hope this helps.

 

[mystre71]

Thanks I tried that. But it keeps saying error happened. I got them to add earlier in this thread but not working now.

 

[CaliWagon83]

Weird...Maybe post here and let the admins know about the problems you're having: https://gbodyforum.com/forums/forum-support.36/

 

[L.A.X-RATED]

Complete 4 speed conversion—-1375.79 shipped.pm me if interested.also have 3 complete hydro setup w/wct5 for 1575.39 shipped.pm me if interested.

 

[mystre71]

Thanks, I'll keep trying, It might just be something I'm doing wrong, it took me a bit to get them on here before. Thanks for your help.