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    Rear Shock Question

    That’s correct, but the fronts don’t have springs either; they are located inside the coil as you are using the stock mounts. There are a couple of QA-1 adjustable shocks, the single adj and double adj. I always go for the single on a street-driven car.👍
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    Rear Shock Question

    Okay, then, if you don’t need to replace the springs, I’d fit some really good adjustable shocks all around. They’ll make the car feel like it has better spring rates and control body movement on the road. If you can stretch to them I always recommend QA-1, I’ve used them many times on GM F...
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    Rear Shock Question

    There's no telling what drives people to install stuff sometimes; I wouldn’t dwell on it too much. You’ll get a headache. You’ve already bought new springs, haven’t you?
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    Front Fascia Swap?

    I'd go to a wrecking yard with a 77 or 78 of any description and unbolt the entire thing. At least you'll have every bracket, bolt, wiring, trim, etc., you'll ever need, and most of it, you can refurb yourself. 👍
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    My 1970 Formula Rebuild Project

    Nice results! 👌👌
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    Pontiac Trans Am 454

    I’m not a big pro touring fan, but that is bloody gorgeous! 😍
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    Number Of Grease Fittings?

    I think you've found them all. The easy formula is that if it moves and has a rubber dust boot, it'll have a grease nipple. I've encountered some anti-roll bar bushings that didn't, though. There's always an exception, isn't there? It's a messy job anyway; I always get old grease somewhere...
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    My 1970 Formula Rebuild Project

    WOW! That’s some update! The cars look fabulous, though.👌👌
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    TH350 Cold Stick Level?

    Looks pretty good, even if it was 70 bucks.
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    TH350 Cold Stick Level?

    Just a little tip that’s hopefully going to help someone out. As we all know, fluid levels on GM boxes are as much of a problem as high as too low, and draining the pan is a pain, even if you have an aftermarket one with a drain plug. I use a handheld vacuum pump, a Mityvac, on a yard of 1/4”...
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    TH350 Cold Stick Level?

    Good post! Everyone knows what a PITA it is to remove fluid from an overfilled transmission. This helps to get the right starting point. 👍
  12. M

    Half-Inch Play In Floor Shift Handle For 2nd Gen Auto?

    I’d like to meet this Murphy guy. I got a bone to pick with him, he’s done me over loads of times. 😂😂😂
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    Half-Inch Play In Floor Shift Handle For 2nd Gen Auto?

    It’ll definitely be all in the linkage; the box itself won’t be the culprit. I’d remove the indicator panel from the center console and use your phone magnifier to watch the mechanism and see if it flexes or jams anywhere as you go through the gears. At the least, it’ll be a strip-down, clean...
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    TH350 Shift Shaft Question

    Hi there; from memory, you must torque the shaft retaining nut to factory specs; you’ll have to look it up. The important thing is to remember to seat the shoulder of the shaft in the roostercomb-shaped shift lever before tightening. Other wise, with just a few turns of operation, it’ll be...
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    Motor Swap Questions?

    Hi there, you are a new member, so welcome aboard; this is a great forum! BBC into a 70-81 Firebird is no different from what Chevrolet did from the factory from 70-72. You can use any early 70’s big block Camaro upper & lower motor mounts as the cross member is the same pressing. You’ll need...
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    1978 WS4 Trans Am Restoration - Power Windows

    That’s an easy job! Drop in the power regulator with a small jump lead connected to a 12V battery and a ground cable going to the door frame, and it’ll just whizz up with no problem. Try it in a bench vice first to make it easier to work out which terminals to use for clockwise or...
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    My 1970 Formula Rebuild Project

    Haha, it sounds like you have absolutely no free time in the foreseeable future. 🤣🤣🤣 We’d love to see the progress when you get around to starting on it again!
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    How To Remove Timing Chain Cover?

    Ahh, good stuff, my friend! At least you have plenty of time to clean the cover thoroughly, fit the new oil seal & straighten out the gasket surfaces & the oil pan rail. While you’re at it, get a small hammer & a straight edge & flatten out the bolt holes. You’re always dished & distorted no...
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    Thinking About Selling My 1976 455 4-Speed

    Oooh, that’s nice! Is it a factory 455/4sp? Last year for the big engine, gotta make it desirable, surely? Here in the U.K., the 73-76 cars are always seen as a poor relation, undeserved in my view! One of my first Birds was a white ‘76 400/4spd with a white interior and honeycombs; I loved it!
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    Wheel Spoilers - Which Material?

    My own experience with the urethane ones has been very positive. Mine were painted probably over a decade ago, and I’ve never seen any flaking, stone chips, or cracking. If you use an excellent elastomer in the paint, there shouldn’t be any issues.👍