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The guy at the parts counter says I don't need to pack new rear wheel bearings because they have already been greased at the factory. I think (but I could be wrong) that the grease on the bearings is just for protection during shipping and that they should be packed with grease. What do you...

Just a thought, with the economy the way it is I was thinking a job postings area might be helpful. This site would be a great way to network and could be an invaluable resource for members that might be down on their luck or recently layed off and are looking for a new career.

After studying the TSM, please tell me if I am understanding the Progressive Power Steering system correctly The Solenoid is controlled by an ECU which makes adjustments based upon a vehicle speed sensor. The solenoid opens at higher speed to bleed off pressure therby giving the steering...

I appologize for being ignorant in this, but is SAFC pronunced "saff see", "safe see", safk or just s a f c?

In the morning the trans won't up shift from first gear until I either floor it or drive it for several blocks and then the change is at a high RPM (3k +) and is extremely harsh when it does finally shift. It only happens the one time and shifts normally for the remainder of the day regardless...

The argument in the office here is regarding recovering from a "fish tail" situation while towing i.e. towing your car on a trailer If the trailer starts to fish tail should you speed up, gently slow down or apply the brake? My vote is to gently slow down but since this has never happened...

What kind of problems if any might I encounter running an ACTstage III clutch in regards to premature thrust bearing wear? The pedal is noticably firmer than the stock unit. I have already disconnected the clutch switch so the engine is always started without the clutch pedal being pressed...

I have read the postings and web sites until my eyes bled now I need some clarification please. I am trying for modest HP i.e. high 300 to low 400 that is tractable as a weekend driver yet strong enough to produce good times at the track. Currently my car as it runs now has 3" pipe from...

Head was resurfaced, block and timing cover were machined, head was retorqued and 5000 miles later the head gasket failed. That will be the last time I try to save money by buying ebay no name parts.

Recently I replaced the radiator (had a hole in it) as well as the t-stat and upper rad hose. After 10 min of driving I noticed that the upper rad hose is hot as I would expect it to be as well as the heater hoses but the lower radiator hose is only luke warm. I felt the radiator and noticed...

Anyone going to Speed Week?

I just aquired a set of chrome Lexus spoke style wheels. Because the chrome is flaking in a couple of places I was considering painting them gloss black. I am assuming they will need to be roughed up but will some kind of etching prep be required?

has anyone ever had the thrust bearing surface of the crank machined to accept an over size thrust bearing? Is this even possible?

My son made this for me in his welding class. I have used it many times and it works great!

Thrust bearing diagnosis: 1. Have someone press the clutch pedal while you watch for movement. If no movement seen, don't give up, go to step two. 2. Look for rub marks on the backside of the crank pulley. Yes? 3. Use large pry bar to move the crank fore and aft. Movement? 4. Remove engine...

Since I will be pulling the trans next week, I am wondering what your best time for R & R is? To qualify, it must have been done on jack stands, no lifts and trans jacks, air tools are ok.

Last Thursday the clutch pedal got "hung up" and wouldn't return by itself. I popped the pedal back up with my foot. Now everytime when I press the clutch pedal I hear what sounds like a failing TO bearing. Also, at an idle when the clutch pedal is pressed the engine loads up and stalls as...

When shifting brisquely during enthusiastic acceleration, the clutch pedal will sometimes hange up midway through its travel. I have replaced both the slave and master cylinders, the clutch is a Spec clutch. It feels similar to a failing slave or master cylinder. I don't see any leaks around...

For those of you that have painted your cars, what did you do when it came to the doors and jambs? Did you take the doors off? Tape off the wire harness and door check? Or just leave as is? How did you clean/prep the hinge area to get good paint adhesion? My car had a cheapie 1 day paint...

I just finished adjusting the valves and through the process accumulated about 60 shims (thank you Pic-A-Part). If anyone in the Provo/Salt Lake area need any, let me know I would be happy to share.