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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread 440 build questions.On the Cometic head gaskets, they come with a Viton sealant already applied. The 50RA surface recommended by Cometic for their gaskets...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread Engine broke in?.Better yet; If you have any concerns, you can always send a sample of your oil in for analysis. It's not anything I do, but some guys...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread 73 barracuda aftermarket quarter panels...wheel opening trim?.I replaced my wheel lip moldings 20 years ago and the only way I got them to fit was to make some cuts in them so they would conform to...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread torque convertor bolts keep coming loose..I have seen guys tack weld the converter bolts after everything else failed to keep them from coming loose. Then, the flex plate starts...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread Engine broke in?.Most of the break in wear happens very quickly. After that it comes down to a few heat and cool cycles. So, in my humble opinion, your...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread Riser block rear suspension???.After you lift the front, adjust the bars, and set the car back on the ground, roll it back and forth a few feet so that the suspension...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread High Radiator Temperature.Yes, it is important to know the actual temp. And let us know where you measure. An old rule of thumb that has turned out to be pretty...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread 440 build questions.Don't go too low in the block. You have to allow for the head gasket. If you go with an iron head, you can use a thin (shim) gasket and...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread 440 build questions.I agree, quench is a critical component with today's pump swill to avoid detonation. You can have detonation with a low compression...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread Flock cameras.....BAD.Why all the hoopla over these cameras? If you have most any electronic device that can connect to the internet, you are being tracked...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread borgeson power steering.I had similar problems. While they advertise the kit as a bolt in, when I had issues and called, I was told that this is hot rodding and...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread Header leak or lifter , tappet.Take a length of vacuum hose, wrap some malleable wire around is so that you can shape it as you want. Put one end to your ear as you...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread Sure grip 489 rear end with a 4.1 ratio.4.10s will spin your engine really high at road speed and are more likely to be noisy. Too high for most guys. BEFORE you install it...
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5540HemiCuda replied to the thread fuel injection upgrade.And that is ANOTHER issue with these retro fit EFI systems. How long will they be serviced by the manufacturers since they are...
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5160* is too cold , use a 180* minimum or 195* I agree with Steve but if you replace it use a good quality one such as Stant , not...