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Thread: SBC - Troubleshooting oily spark plugs
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hi adjustable// tuneable PCV ...
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adjustable// tuneable PCV
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16-04-2021, 05:54 PM
Thread: SBC - Troubleshooting oily spark plugs
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hi LX When using a leakdown testfirst u have...
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When using a leakdown testfirst u have done a dry compression test then compared to wet test .This might/should give u an idea of the weakest cylinder. This will give u an idea b4 doing... -
16-04-2021, 04:09 PM
Thread: SBC - Troubleshooting oily spark plugs
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hi valve guide wear ,,smoke on start up ??...
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valve guide wear ,,smoke on start up ??
Remove and inspect inlet mani and look at gaskets ,,leaking oil into ports
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16-04-2021, 12:10 PM
Thread: Cable for column shift indicator
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hi bicycle brake/gear change cable inner and...
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bicycle brake/gear change cable inner and ouuter . Similar motor cycle clutch cable h/duty or lighter duty throttle cable . -
10-04-2021, 02:41 PM
Thread: Vacuum bounce at idle
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hi When that was technology ""how the vac...
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When that was technology ""how the vac advance was connected"" LOL LOL -
10-04-2021, 09:04 AM
Thread: Vacuum bounce at idle
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hi In the HQ or LC Torana range there were...
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In the HQ or LC Torana range there were different 6cyl stromberg carby bases and or vac connections . From memory the automatics had distributor vac was connected to manifold referenced port. On... -
08-04-2021, 08:48 PM
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Hi If u could get new drums ?? At least the 50$...
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If u could get new drums ?? At least the 50$ would have contributed , OR have a good brake place machine and beadblast the drums at same time .OR have a good compressor a blast gun and a bag of... -
08-04-2021, 09:32 AM
Thread: Vacuum bounce at idle
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hi LXchev I`m building a 400 with single plain...
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LXchev
I`m building a 400 with single plain and 230/236 HR with a Q/fuel SS780 vac sec .Supposedly give 10--12 inch vacuum. Your results have me concerned .
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07-04-2021, 05:41 PM
Thread: Vacuum bounce at idle
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hi LXchev How much vacuum are you making at...
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LXchev
How much vacuum are you making at idle . ?? eg 8-10 10--12 or is the swing bigger than that.
What is your idle speed ??
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27-03-2021, 09:07 PM
Thread: HZ Air Con ?
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hi R12 uses barb fittings R134a uses beadlock...
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R12 uses barb fittings
R134a uses beadlock
The above are not inter changeable
All alloy barb fittings can have beadlock welded on
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23-03-2021, 12:08 AM
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Hi Found these good ones 1/ used Hilux rims...
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Found these good ones
1/ used Hilux rims 800$ and up all the way to 1800$ .New from 900--1300 per set
2/ optional genuine wheels 2000$ with bonus of GPS---feel lucky u didnot have to... -
19-03-2021, 09:41 AM
Thread: Dual cab 4WD ute tyre wear issue
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hi Firstly wear was at a moderate pace . Plus...
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Firstly wear was at a moderate pace . Plus if u get severe wear on the rear on a solid axle the housing has to be bent . For the housing to cause tyre wear mechanical failure would also occur . ... -
16-03-2021, 08:28 PM
Thread: Dual cab 4WD ute tyre wear issue
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hi bad wheel aligns ... trip adel to alice...
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bad wheel aligns
... trip adel to alice springs destroyed 2x new tyres Been w/aligning car myself 4yrs prior [change of job]
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16-03-2021, 08:36 AM
Thread: Dual cab 4WD ute tyre wear issue
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HI Wheel aligners are lazy close enough is...
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Wheel aligners are lazy close enough is good enough is there mind set !!!
Factory spec for wheel align ??
Static W/A be approx
camber 0deg +/- 1/4
Toe in Tot 1-5mm 1-2 ideal
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14-03-2021, 06:58 PM
Thread: Holden 308 ZT prefix.
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hi QT were th400 statesman blocks
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QT were th400 statesman blocks -
14-03-2021, 06:55 PM
Thread: Changing Radiator coolant
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HI ...
HI
https://www.autolinkparts.com.au/loctite-radiator-cleaner-flush-ideal-for-alloy-hea
Loctite Fmc1
Available online or good auto parts store
drop system water by 1/2 ltr approx
This... -
13-03-2021, 11:25 AM
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hi Those lock knobs sure are cheap!! Even...
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Those lock knobs sure are cheap!! Even cheaper when i pickem up in person and pay by 12 gauge shotty LOL -
13-03-2021, 08:06 AM
Thread: HZ Air Con ?
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hi Any auto a/con supplier Cool drive ...
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Any auto a/con supplier
Cool drive
Highgate
Ashdowns
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12-03-2021, 09:03 AM
Thread: EPA Clean Air Act, what will this mean ?
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hi Fuel Tax = new EPA controls Electricity...
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Fuel Tax = new EPA controls
Electricity tax = new EPA controls -
11-03-2021, 05:26 PM
Thread: EPA Clean Air Act, what will this mean ?
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hi Just imagine when everybody drives electric...
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Just imagine when everybody drives electric hybrids how much tax will be on fuel .Think HUGE AMOUNTS . Escalating fuel price will then control driving habits as it already does but more so. ...
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cbw_09 thanks, I'll check them out HQ368 engine is mild holden 355 with turbo 400 trans, I've PM'd you a bit more back ground info
who makes a good torque converter...