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  1. John Larkin

    Things that buick should have got right the first time

    Rear disc brakes can't hold brake boost, not much anyhow. That is one thing they did get right. All the stopping power is in the front anyhow.
  2. John Larkin

    Any tips for replacing radiator core support bushings?

    For sure you should remove the front bumper, easy but best to have a helper to balance it. The fillers come off easy afterward. If they are original fillers, they are going to be junk at this point and will likely crumble. Time and ozone is the enemy. Goodmark are the most OEM-like...
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    A little advice please

    The block is different. 14 bolt pan and front cover on 84/85 hot air, 20 bolt pan and front cover on 86/87 intercooled. Also block is not tapped for turbo drain on 84/85. You can use the hot air long block and all but you will have to tap it if you replace the intake/headers/downpipe and...
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    A little advice please

    For as much as you are going to spend, don't do it. Build an intercooled engine instead. Upgrading a hot air is not a great use of funds unless it is super important to you.
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    Sputtering After High Speed

    Yes it is safe. It just won't go into lockup. The RPMs won't drop in 4th. It will just be without overdrive. I wouldn't leave it that way. If that ends up being the issue, use a 700-4R long plunger lockup solenoid. Best wishes.
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    Sputtering After High Speed

    I almost wonder if the torque converter solenoid isn't releasing after going into lockup. That usually happens around 55mph. It feels like sputtering until it releases. You can unplug it from the drivers side of the transmission and it won't lock up while unplugged.
  7. John Larkin

    Firewall Paint?

    Satin.
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    Engine harness wire connector identification needed

    Search on the internet, there is always a 5% off code.
  9. John Larkin

    Emissions Sticker Recreation

    Sounds crazy but it looks moreauthentic when it is aged. A graphics shop could turn that into a decal.
  10. John Larkin

    My GN for sale

    First responder in PMs decided to purchase, it has a new home.
  11. John Larkin

    IAC Idle Air Control Valve

    Rock Auto has a Walker brand for $24. I would go with that. It is the most sold model of the several they have.
  12. John Larkin

    300,000 Mi original garage keep. Maybe

    I can't see it but that's just me.
  13. John Larkin

    My GN for sale

    KG, Check your private messages. please.
  14. John Larkin

    Who's ready for some 3800 power?!

    It looks right at home. Congrats, talk about sticking with something, that's tenacity. This gives alot of options for the n/a cars.
  15. John Larkin

    My GN for sale

    55,320, thanks, should have included that.
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