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Finally !

Let's build a motor ! I finally got all my parts back from the machine shop today , tomorrow I start to assemble my 305...
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posted by Snag_one
1 comments posted 4yrs posted by Snag_one

Toyota immobilizer key fob

Anyone have experience with the mid 2000's Toyota immobilizer kefobs? Can only the dealer get you a new one? Or can you...
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posted by invalid
0 comments posted 4yrs posted by invalid

Dexron VI ATF and Power Steering Fluid

Recently a visitor was low on power steering fluid which said on the cap "power steering fluid" and all I had on hand w...
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posted by G6JPG
6 comments posted 4yrs posted by G6JPG

`red-lining

Is red-lining worse, better, or the same when the engine is driving the wheels as when the wheels are driving the engin...
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posted by NONONOmisc07
60 comments posted 4yrs posted by NONONOmisc07

Carb decision

It kinda looks like I'm not going to find a 600/650cfm carb for my 305 build ... so I'm faced with deciding which of th...
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posted by Snag_one
2 comments posted 4yrs posted by Snag_one

Caster alignment check

You can measure caster with a magnetic bubble gauge. But how do you measure caster in your garage?
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posted by keith_nuttle
0 comments posted 4yrs posted by keith_nuttle

Tired of home made alignment turn plates

I'm tired of the greased linoleum slipsliding alignment turn plates. Googling finds lots for sale. All different types....
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posted by mayayana
0 comments posted 4yrs posted by mayayana

Flat tappet cam lube

In particular , for initial break-in . I've been reading up on the proper lubes for initial run-in , and most recommend...
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posted by Snag_one
4 comments posted 4yrs posted by Snag_one

GM 700R4 question

I'm having a shop do some upgrades to the trans in my truck - this is not the original, came from a van . The converter...
1 comments posted 4yrs
posted by Snag_one
1 comments posted 4yrs posted by Snag_one

measure camber at home

Any suggestions for a good, but not too expensive measuring tool and 15 to 17 inch adjustable wheel jig for checking ca...
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posted by bugsy
1 comments posted 4yrs posted by bugsy

A Fight Over the Right to Repair Cars Turns Ugly

In the wake of a voter-approved law, Subaru and Kia dealers in Massachusetts have disabled systems that allow remote st...
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posted by michael.trew
20 comments posted 4yrs posted by michael.trew

Alternator at 20 volts

97 Mercury Grand Marqis Alternator is under 6 months old. Shop had said the regulator was inside it. Last night when it...
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posted by fizzbintuesday
4 comments posted 4yrs posted by fizzbintuesday