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Is it time to change oil viscosity?
Interesting take ..it is a very very long read..curious how much you read? Tests are test..they have results..some methods are more definitive than others .. deny all you like..but rocks are hard and water is wet. Some things ARE surely fact.- turbocamino1
- Post #23
- Forum: Engine Tech
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Is it time to change oil viscosity?
I’ve had mine over 280 a couple times. This was at a hill climb contest close proximity to Death Valley, and there are times when we’re the hottest place on earth. Car runs like shit .. can't imagine how you would get to 300* unless hot lapping a huge engine? Take an average of film strength...- turbocamino1
- Post #12
- Forum: Engine Tech
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Carnage from GS Nationals !!
Guess i'm late to the party .. have not heard of a new iron block .. Are they going to be stronger ?- turbocamino1
- Post #29
- Forum: Turbo Lounge
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ATR liquid to air intercooler
I'll Opps,,my bad ,wrong ones,,will pass- turbocamino1
- Post #3
- Forum: Parts for sale
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Denso 234-1001
For $7.00 have to wonder about "knock off's" Like the oil filter world now? Also curious about his ad stating "Top EBay seller" and the 97.9% positive feedback?- turbocamino1
- Post #3
- Forum: Parts wanted
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Vplus volt booster w/ progressive alchy controller
If you search that info here you will get mixed opinion/results,, i have both and without any change to my tune the v/booster fattened my Wband # from 10.7 to 10.5 on a full pull, which i was ok with as i keep in near 30Lbs. And that is all i saw. I'm sure if your racing and chasing an ET...- turbocamino1
- Post #2
- Forum: Alcohol, Nitrous and Propane Tech
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Aftermarket Stainless Steel Down pipe temp.
I was unaware there's a gasket for that,, i would go that route 100%.- turbocamino1
- Post #10
- Forum: General Turbo Buick Tech
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Wastegate housing/down pipe gasket
That thing belongs in the nearest scrap pile ,,, i just sold a perfectly fine Ta-49 for $400..meaning there are super cheap deals out there to be had. The labor and unsure results will be big with that mess.- turbocamino1
- Post #8
- Forum: Turbos and turbo related parts
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Aftermarket Stainless Steel Down pipe temp.
It gets really really frekkin hot there,, Permatex Ultra Red is a good bet,,but, most will suggest something isn't flat,,i've never ran a gasket there.- turbocamino1
- Post #5
- Forum: General Turbo Buick Tech
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Just need ideas
ginormous black ziptie around all of it. But, i live in the woods.- turbocamino1
- Post #3
- Forum: Turbo Lounge
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Quick performance 9 inch rear brakes
Yesir,,just did mine in October ,,and NO the lower mount angle is still off. My braintrust came up with an interesting spherical bushing at that lower bolt/mount for the issue,,looks great and everything seems to work as it should. I know pictures would be nice ,,but the GrandCamino is tucked...- turbocamino1
- Post #5
- Forum: Brakes, Suspensions, Tires & Wheels
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Constant 2004R issues.
I respect the fact you work to remedy the issues you are having especially if its a money thing. But some jobs may be left to the guys that have made this their life's work. To get a 200-4R as good as it can get requires a fair amount of proprietary package development and calibration knowledge...- turbocamino1
- Post #33
- Forum: Transmission Talk
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Front Brake Pad recommendations?
These are a performance pad with pretty low dust @rock Auto > POWER STOP Z26749 Z26 Street Warrior; Carbon-Fiber Ceramic; Includes Hardware Info I have them on mine and after bedding them in ,imo,they are as good as the Hawk' pads they replaced,,and way...- turbocamino1
- Post #5
- Forum: General Turbo Buick Tech
