Plastigage isn't used to measure side clearances. It'll just smear when you remove the cap, as you have learned. Plus, it works by being a known...
Nice! Makes me want to start work on mine. But planned mods won't be anywhere near as extensive. Just a 2" (maybe 3") drop, header, intake, new...
Did you set/adjust valves with engine hot? My 22R sounded like a diesel engine when I was goofing around and "adjusted" the valves cold... Bexame...
When pulling an engine, I prefer to pull engine and trans separately. It's easy enough to pull off trans from under the vehicle. But when...
Since you have a fuel pump in the tank, I assume the truck came with it from the factory (I have an RN55 which has a mechanical fuel pump). If...
If you have a factory electric fuel pump, then it sounds like the classic symptoms of a disconnected or faulty oil pressure safety switch or oil...
This is why I don't like ultra low profile tires. A couple months ago, I hit something hard enough to crack the rim and blow out a tire on my...
I dunno, I like the way it looks with the front fenders as shown without splicing. The rear edge does need a little styling to fit/flow better...
This. I was recalling having similar drivability symptoms but couldn't remember what caused mine. This post reminded me that for me, it was a...
Thanks for the link. I have the opposite problem of BrandonRob8: When my engine is cold, the carb sets the mixture way, way, way too rich so that...
Not really a "strong opinion" but as you know, there are no specs for adjusting them cold. So it will have to be trial-and-error and then...
What is it like autocrossing a "long frame" mini-truck? This is open to others who have done so, as well. Also, is the frame rigid enough to...
I like the idea of a station wagon; it's one body style I still don't own (I also like El Caminos). But, I don't like four doors. Unfortunately,...
With high NOx, my first guess would be EGR. When you say they tested the EGR and all its components, do you mean off the engine? If so, I would...
No, but the 88s came with driver's crotch coolers/warmers. Yep, the driver side A/C ducts runs under the steering column and there is a vent...
Thanks for info/confirmation! I've been waffling between 2" and 3" blocks but I guess I will go with 2" blocks.
Isn't bogging a sign of too much fuel?
Interesting. I have never seen such a spring, not even on my 1979 Celica. I guess then it probably is air in the system.:shrug:
Well, look on the bright side. At least it was reversible and you were able to put the old parts back on until you get the correct parts. I once...
That *IS* nice. Makes me want to reconsider...
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