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    Mopars at the Rock (pics)

    Killer pix...thanx !!
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    Bore size for Manual brakes

    Brake Pedal Ratio Calculator - Mark Williams Enterprises, Inc
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    Bore size for Manual brakes

    You want around 1200lbs at the caliper with manual brakes; 750psi line pressure with a 15/16"bore MC is'nt enough. Been there, done that. TO get line pressures up, ensure your pedal ratio is around 6:1 plus and use a 7/8" bore MC . With 7/8"bore I had just on 1000 psi measured at the caliper...
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    Big block exhaust is still loud

    3 things about exhaust noise : i. the further rearwards the mufflers are, the quieter the exhaust will be. ii. the bigger the muffler case dimensions, the quieter the exhaust will be. iii. after the mufflers, stepping down to a smaller pipe diameter will not hurt HP. By that time the gases...
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    Ultrasonic cleaner for carbs?

    Ultrasonic cleaner for the carb's internals/passages.....soda for the outside. I thoroughly degrease them first if needed, then 1 x u/s clean, then a soda blast, then plain hot water for a few mins in the u/s cleaner to dissolve any errant soda. Then re-bush throttle shaft bores on the...
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    I need schooling - old vs. new engines

    Ron Reagle Im as old school as one can get, hell my ride still looks like an early 80s build from the outside.But I have to weigh up the pros and cons of each platform and take into consideration what I want from the car moving forward.
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    I need schooling - old vs. new engines

    Interesting thread and good input from all. Opinions can become heated, with the passage of time, the rose we remember the thorns we often forget. As someone who has run street/strip LAs and Gen II Hemis and is looking to possibly update to supercharged Gen III Hemi power, as always it depends...
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    The EFI myth

    Sounds nice ! I'm running a 572 Hemi, 880 HP / 770 TQ, dual 800 carbs, idles from a dead cold after 30 secs, 280 @ .050 roller, 15:1 idle, cruises in the high 14s, WOT mid 12s. EFI is nice, but I'll stick with the carbs for now :thumbsup:
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    The EFI myth

    Sure, that's cool and that's great, for his application. I don't know his combination, car/use, engine specs, compression, locality / ambient temps, cam specs, fuel quality, daily driver status (?) or any of the other important variables. Every one of those variables will have a say in what one...
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    The EFI myth

    As usual what parts you use will be dictated by your application. Carbs are no different to EFI from a learning perspective - your STILL have to learn how to dial either system in depending on what it is you're using. This is the caveat - many are not willing to take the time to learn HOW to...
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    Hey guys can anyone help out an Aussie ? Parts in Massachusetts !

    I did Kim, and yes I know that members from FABO are on both sites.......I'm one of them. Sheesh.....now its a crime to ask for assistance on more than 1 site ? Thanks.
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    Hey guys can anyone help out an Aussie ? Parts in Massachusetts !

    Hey guys, I have found a pair of wheels I need to complete my set and they are located in Webster, Worcester in Massachusetts. The zip is 01570. I cant pick them up personally and the seller will only accept ca$h. It's a long shot I know but Ive been looking for these front wheels for a long...
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    Tunnel ram Tuesday!!!...

    I got tunnel rams.....an an X ram. Great fun !
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    A855 - 5 Speed

    Whilst I agree with your above post - I stand by what I said. If people are allowed to get away with this kinda BS, then the next person that gets reamed could be your buddy. If i treated my Customers in this manner I'd have been gone a LONG time ago. While there are 2 sides to every story...
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    A855 - 5 Speed

    I rarely post on threads like this one, but fter reading this thread and looking at that trans as an option, I empathise with the OP fully as Ive been on the receiving end of behaviour like this once before. I would'nt go near this clown if he had a blue cape with a big S hanging out of his...
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    Edelbrock carb adjustment

    I must have read hundreds of threads line this over the years and all make very valid points. Some carbs have design flaws, manufacturing flaws etc but I'm my experience, it's usually not the carb - it's the user/s. Holleys are the SBC of the carb world - not necessarily because they're...
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    Lets see your cars.........

    Mine....;) image sharing upload picture image hosting adult jpg images image upload with preview
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    Looking for Tips on building a fuel system

    Been there with all of the pumps - if you want reliability, put it in the tank - OEM style. Cooler pump, quieter pump, cooler fuel with return line and way cleaner install. With the kits that are out there these days - its a no brainer :) Like most important things in a cars build, do NOT skimp...
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    Near new built 727 - not driving thru 3rd gear....

    Thanks - Im in Australia so I thought it d be easier to ask the qun here first :) I bought the trans off the guy who had it built by Chuck back then. Any other thoughts?
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    Near new built 727 - not driving thru 3rd gear....

    Hi guys I have a almost new 727 with the following parts: Rebuilt by Lofgren about 3-4 yrs ago Kolene steels Alto clutches not sure which bands off the top of my head Steel drum B&M deep pan Griner RMVB UCC convertor PPP shifter Fresh Type F fluid. With the pan off it looked ultra clean inside...
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    Lets see those engine bays!!

    Here's mine.....;)
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    TCI Transmission is bad

    Total Crap Inc
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    Show Your Big Block A body!

    Few more...;)
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    Show Your Big Block A body!

    Pix....
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    Show Your Big Block A body!

    BB A body.....Aussie style. 1971 VH 770 Charger, painted 69 Dodge F6 Bright Green, off white interior. Bushed/plate mounted Hemi stroker, 727, full floater Dana 60 with chrome moly 4 link & fabbed Watts link, Wilwood brakes, Strange DA coil overs. HDK coil over front end, Aeromotive fuel...
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