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7 psi of what? Boost? If so that's fine. And what does "w/e ir" mean? The vacuum is normal and the sign of a healthy engine. It should dip lower than idle when the throttle is blipped. The oil is also normal assuming you're running around a 30-40W for hot viscosity. Relax, you're good to go.

I also think it's a dumb idea but it's his car so he can do with it as he wishes. You should see what I'm going to do to mine when the time comes to get rid of it. As nice as it is it's probably going to die a spectacular death in front of thousands of people. I'd rather see that happen than...

Polycarbonate (Lexan is again a trade name) has it's own set of problems. For example you might assume polycarb would be used in aircraft windscreens but it usually isn't. There are many variations of transparent acrylics and polycarbs, as well as other polymers, each with varying properties...

Bad idea for many of the reasons stated. If you're going to try something off the wall it's best to learn about a material's properties first. While I'm on that subject plexiglass is a brand name, not a material.

Assuming I'm one of the aforementioned "elitists" I usually do ignore the kinds of posts mentioned. In fact I blow off dozens for many reasons, posts where I know the exact answer. Any hint of immaturity in all it's manifestations will get a poster squat from me. I even blow off posts if I don't...

You're all operating on the assumption he can write properly but simply refuses to.

It's not that hard to change with the right tools, the valve covers and throttle linkage off, and something like a small mattress or sleeping bag on the engine so you can lie on it. Still not fun but more comfortable than bending over. Be aware a leak there will shift the fuel compensation loop...

Good grief, you can't be serious. There's all kinds of proof. You need to spend the $100 and join the SAE so you can have access to their tech papers. You make it sound as if this stuff is rocket science or some sort of ooga-booga. It may be to you due your lack of knowledge but it's certainly...

Sigh....See John? Why bother. Stupid is what stupid thinks.

You're doing well Grasshopper ;). Since Doc Hass was referenced it's interesting to note he runs a 5-20 in his Ferraris, which I believe spec a 50W or 60W from the factory. One really has to believe in the science behind this stuff to risk an Enzo but last I heard he's happy with the results.

Lol. Tis true. Jetjock no longer has much to say about oil because Jdub has a good handle on it and because you can lead a horse to water.... All he'll say is he's currently running a Grp III 5-20, down from a PAO 0-30 that he, as was pointed out, ran for years. It'll be back to the GC 0-30...

My point about Paypal was since we're all doing this for free no one has any right to expect an answer. I'm sure not going to put out when someone openly admits they're too lazy to do a little research. It all evens out though. In my defense a dislike of spoon feeding is common among...

All else being equal the durability and service life of any belt is directly related to the number and type of reinforcing cords molded within it. It's similar to a tire in that respect. Timing belts of the Supra's era were rated at 60K miles while modern belts are rated at 105K miles. It's the...

First, most everything needed is usually in the TSRM. Second, try searching other than this forum. Third, as long as I'm pulling down the big bux for doing this I'll be happy to accurately answer any question people like the OP ask. My Paypal is standing by in exchange for putting in the years...

Well, you can always duplicate the garden hose gasket in a better material if you can't fix the pan. For example buy some nylon, delrin, or teflon tubing of the proper diameter and wall thickness then cut it as needed. Use that with the Fumoto. Be creative.

Sounds like it. Look at the schematic. ECU input terminal IGSW gets 12 volts from the ignition switch. When it sees that it should turn on the main relay output. The main relay coil gets it's ground from ground path A on the fender. It's also connected to ground path C on the other fender. (The...

I have to side with crimps. A crimped joint is superior if done correctly because the joint will be gas tight. There will be no corrosion, at least in the joint. I'm also forced to disagree about aviation. Soldered joints aren't generally allowed except for avionics work because they have...

Well, the original question was about the experiences of others so what they have to say is certainly valid. I'm not disputing the problems some have had. My point was only that Champion has been doing this a long time and millions of people use them without problem. If their stuff really had...

Well, if the ECU sees STA (which is derived from the starter control signal) but the starter doesn't crank the engine the ECU isn't going to sample NE. That would lead to a code 12 the same as if the engine was cranked with a CPS problem. Sounds like you need a new starter or at least contacts...

F-104 is correct. 18 mm. That's the one without the hose nipple but if you want a nippled one it's a different number.