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Join the GM Performance Forum at GM High-Tech Performance Magazine to discuss your modifications & performance, projects, latest news, shows & events, and more.GM High Tech Performance Magazine Forumshttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.comThu, 24 Jul 2008 02:07:38 -0700<![CDATA[good older tuner cars]]>good older tuner cars
I read that article on this site about the older corollas and how good they are and it got me thinking about other older cheap tuners that are out there. My question is are there any out there.

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6882199/general-discussion/good-older-tuner-cars/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6882199/general-discussion/good-older-tuner-carsThu, 24 Jul 2008 02:07:26 -0700<![CDATA[65 k code fastback]]>65 k code fastback
Been doing total restorations for over 35 years , but been out a while , have over 13 mustangs to pull out of storage , working on 65 k fastback 4spd car currently. will rotissere if worth it , any idea of values

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889304/the-general-discussion/65-k-code-fastback/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889304/the-general-discussion/65-k-code-fastbackThu, 24 Jul 2008 02:07:39 -0700<![CDATA[Dodge Avenger & other Chrysler car concepts]]>Dodge Avenger & other Chrysler car concepts
Here are a few designs I came up with recently for Chrysler : http://img530.imageshack.us/img530/5192/avenger2011dv9.jpg http://img367.imageshack.us/img367/8278/2010nitro1wk4.jpg http://img112.imageshack.us/img112/4912/raiseitup2an5.jpg

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6882184/future-concept-vehicles/dodge-avenger-other-chrysler-car-concepts/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6882184/future-concept-vehicles/dodge-avenger-other-chrysler-car-conceptsThu, 24 Jul 2008 02:07:26 -0700<![CDATA[decode 1965 maliby data plate]]>decode 1965 maliby data plate
I have a 1965 malibu ss and i'm having trouble decoding my data plate. please help me.style # 65-13837. body bf 4279. trim 799 y. paint ww a. acc a49 b70. followed by # 22700 any information that i can get would be greatly appriciated in my mission. this is my fourth one of these cars and this one seems to be a mystery. thx

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889283/general-chevy-discussion/decode-1965-maliby-data-plate/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889283/general-chevy-discussion/decode-1965-maliby-data-plateThu, 24 Jul 2008 01:07:16 -0700<![CDATA[Q5 > Q7]]>Q5 > Q7
http://image.motortrend.com/f/roadtests/suvs/10307634/112_0807_04z+2009_audi_q5+front_three_quarters_view.jpg Pardon our math, but 5 can represent a greater value than 7. Proof? Audi's upcoming Q5, when read as an algebraic expression or as a force on the car market, equals a higher value than the Q7. We worked it out during a day driving Audi's upcoming compact SUV, and the way we figured it, Q times 5 is so impressive a factor it could very well amount to the most successful Audi launch ever in the Americas. See the rest of the story at MotorTrend.

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923547/the-general-forum/q5-q7/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923547/the-general-forum/q5-q7Thu, 24 Jul 2008 01:07:06 -0700<![CDATA[first post SBC valve stem seals]]>first post SBC valve stem seals
hello I have been using this forum for months researching and for tech questions and entertainment. but what would like to know now i cant find with the search tool. i am building a early 80's carbureted 350 for a off road only home built mud machine.a jacked up solid axle swaped 2 door isuzu trooper,456 gears ,40" tires.3/4 ton axles,1 ton drive shafts/TH350-NP203. the engine is nothing realy serious. sealed power coated flat tops ,1.94 heads ,air gap dual plane,HEI,comp camp 262 4X4 cam,chinese roller tip rockers. I cleaned up the heads today after work and instaled new valve springs and seals. the valve guide bosses are machined for the press on valve stem seals. when i took it apart in had umbrelas on the exhaust valves {i understand, from reading that is common] and the press on ones on the intakes. all of the valves had a small oring in a groove on the stem under the keepers. I instaled Viton umbrella seals on all the valves and did not instal any of the little orings on the stems,i also junked the [i don't know what there called} valve spring hats or shield deflector things,that were originaly under the retainers. the heads have cast iron guides. i am wondering if i will have a problem running ubrella seals on a head that is machined for the pess ones? and if not instaling the tiny oring is a problem? also can i leave that spring hat thing off? I am a professional marine diesel mechanic. sell them,instal them,rebuild them. but i have no gasoline engine background.A engine is a engine when it comes to putting it together, but little stuff like this,i need some help with,thank you chevy guys.

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889130/general-chevy-technical-discussion/first-post-sbc-valve-stem-seals/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889130/general-chevy-technical-discussion/first-post-sbc-valve-stem-sealsThu, 24 Jul 2008 01:07:09 -0700<![CDATA[2001 Honda Civic 4dr LX]]>2001 Honda Civic 4dr LX
2001 Honda Civic LX This is a great car and even better at the gas pumps. I drove this car to work to save on gas. It gets 30-35 mpg. The civic comes with a/c, power windows/locks, air tilt, defrost. A 5 speed with 136,333 miles on it still has a lot of life left. $6,300 OBO. Call if interested 360-630-1350

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923442/honda/2001-honda-civic-4dr-lx/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923442/honda/2001-honda-civic-4dr-lxThu, 24 Jul 2008 01:07:53 -0700<![CDATA[Ford Recalls Edge & Lincoln MKX]]>Ford Recalls Edge & Lincoln MKX
The Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX are two of the automaker's newest offerings and are key to the long-term health of the company. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the recall centers around a fuel tank weld fixture which may have been exposed to a contaminant during production. This could cause a dimple in the bottom of the fuel tank at a spot weld, according to NHTSA's recalls summary of the problem. "This dimple could result in a fuel leak or a fuel drip from the tank," said NHTSA. "Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire." Wow, let's see if those domestic guys bash ford for their "new fire recall" ( can you say F-150 )

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6882010/the-general-forum/ford-recalls-edge-lincoln-mkx/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6882010/the-general-forum/ford-recalls-edge-lincoln-mkxThu, 24 Jul 2008 01:07:10 -0700<![CDATA[bad axle angle]]>bad axle angle
just got done with a 4" tuff country lift 33" bfg's tom woods cv drive shaft and sye it looks good at the t-case but at the axle i dont like is there a ez way to turn the axle up alittle ?

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889028/jeep-driveline/bad-axle-angle/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6889028/jeep-driveline/bad-axle-angleThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:16 -0700<![CDATA[73 Roarrunner rear end in a 74 duster]]>73 Roarrunner rear end in a 74 duster
Will a B-body 73 roadrunner rear end fit in a A-body 74 duster? If so would it be a hard switch? Thanks

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888998/general-mopar-discussion/73-roarrunner-rear-end-in-a-74-duster/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888998/general-mopar-discussion/73-roarrunner-rear-end-in-a-74-dusterThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:10 -0700<![CDATA[2000 Nissan Maxima Alternator, Voltage Regulator, Battery Problems??]]>2000 Nissan Maxima Alternator, Voltage Regulator, Battery Problems??
:confused: Please can someone help me with my problem with my 2000 Nissan Maxima. I noticed my battery leaking so I went to buy another. A couple days later... the same problem. They told me at Autozone that it's probably the voltage regulator. I took it to the Nissan dealership and they told me the 2000 doesn't have one. Is the voltage regulator just inside the alternator, and can I just replace that, or do I have to replace the alternator altogether.

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888977/nissan/2000-nissan-maxima-alternator-voltage-regulator-battery-problems/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888977/nissan/2000-nissan-maxima-alternator-voltage-regulator-battery-problemsThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:27 -0700<![CDATA[SELLING 1990 CADILLAC BROUGHAM/FLEETWOOD]]>SELLING 1990 CADILLAC BROUGHAM/FLEETWOOD
I'm selling a 1990 Brougham White Exterior , Blood Red Interior, white stripe tires, original wire wheels, A/C, electrically works perfect, engine/trans good, over all clean, factory alarm. I got 4 pictures of the car my email is egaray@bellsouth.net. I'm a proud second owner EVERYTHING ON THIS CAR WORKS LIKE IT SHOULD WELL TAKEN CARE OF ASKING $3,400 O/B , WORK WITH YOU FOR REASONABLE PRICE. I'M IN MIAMI FLORIDA PHONE NUMBER IF INTERESTED 786-499-6769 . Or you could just reply to me here on lowrider.

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923388/marketplace/selling-1990-cadillac-brougham-fleetwood/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923388/marketplace/selling-1990-cadillac-brougham-fleetwoodThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:04 -0700<![CDATA[Excellent article from Autoextremist concerning Ford.]]>Excellent article from Autoextremist concerning Ford.
Ford’s radical transformation signals a dramatic shift for the company – and the American automobile industry. By Peter M. De Lorenzo http://www.autoextremist.com/current/

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6881791/the-general-forum/excellent-article-from-autoextremist-concerning-ford/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6881791/the-general-forum/excellent-article-from-autoextremist-concerning-fordThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:05 -0700<![CDATA[New RC car goes on walls!!! Whats this witch craft U speak of???]]>New RC car goes on walls!!! Whats this witch craft U speak of???
Air Hog RC Cars link Now this is neat...

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888956/the-general-forum/new-rc-car-goes-on-walls-whats-this-witch-craft-u-speak-of/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888956/the-general-forum/new-rc-car-goes-on-walls-whats-this-witch-craft-u-speak-ofThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:58 -0700<![CDATA[2nd Annual SouthTexas Mustang Round-up]]>2nd Annual SouthTexas Mustang Round-up
August 16 2008 FREE FREE FREE South Texas 2nd Annual Mustang Round-Up 2008 Hosted by Northeast Mustang Inc. Sponsored by Advance Auto Parts CiCi Pizza and Big RED Open to all Mustangs and other Performance, Hot Rods, Show Cars are welcome. Raffle Tickets will be sold for great prizes. Photo shoots also available during event. Food and Fun Discount coupons. Date: August 16, 2008 www.nemustang.net Point of Contact Willie (210) 590-4346

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888914/general-events-car-shows/2nd-annual-southtexas-mustang-round-up/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888914/general-events-car-shows/2nd-annual-southtexas-mustang-round-upThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:51 -0700<![CDATA[can i turn up my injection pump]]>can i turn up my injection pump
my friends are big dodge diesel guys with chips and stacks on their truck and and we had an idea to play around with my truck but i have a 93 7.3 non turbo diesel and we have herd that you can take the side plate of the injection pump and turn a screw and increase fuel flow and gain some horsepower but is anything that it could mess up by doing this???

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888935/ford-69-73-idi/can-i-turn-up-my-injection-pump/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888935/ford-69-73-idi/can-i-turn-up-my-injection-pumpThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:49 -0700<![CDATA[FLOAT NOT STUCK AND CLEANED CARB BUT IT IS STILL OVERFLOWS.HELP!!!!!!]]>FLOAT NOT STUCK AND CLEANED CARB BUT IT IS STILL OVERFLOWS.HELP!!!!!!
DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO?

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888929/kawasaki-dirt-bikes/float-not-stuck-and-cleaned-carb-but-it-is-still-overflowshelp/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888929/kawasaki-dirt-bikes/float-not-stuck-and-cleaned-carb-but-it-is-still-overflowshelpThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:49 -0700<![CDATA[Wierd EGR? problem]]>Wierd EGR? problem
1987 convert,4+3 tranny. If I drive at 60mph(1900rpm) or less everything is perfect.I can drive all day long without problems or indications. Gas mileage excellent at 28mpg+ average. If I drive 65-70 (2000-2100RPM) within 20 miles I get a Code 32 sys light. Turn off engine then on and code 32 again within 20 miles. Faster speeds turn on light in shorter distance. Changed EGR which was originally bad and all was ok for a while now worse than ever. Replaced almost all vacuum lines in engine.None of above affect driveability in any way. Suspected MAF which checked out or possible worn throttle body problems. HELP!!!! I am ready to take light bulb out. Gerry

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888911/c4-corvettes/wierd-egr-problem/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888911/c4-corvettes/wierd-egr-problemThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:59 -0700<![CDATA[amp trade for headunit]]>amp trade for headunit
i have a memphis 100hc amp im willing to trade for a VR3 In-Dash DVD Receiver w/ 4" LCD & GPS, VRVD640G. send me a email or hit the cell up with a text or call. 419-790-9098

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6881755/car-audio-classifieds/amp-trade-for-headunit/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6881755/car-audio-classifieds/amp-trade-for-headunitThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:10 -0700<![CDATA[Code 32 EGR unusual problem]]>Code 32 EGR unusual problem
:confused: 1987 convert,4+3 tranny. If I drive at 60mph(1900rpm) or less everything is perfect.I can drive all day long without problems or indications. Gas mileage excellent at 28mpg+ average. If I drive 65-70 (2000-2100RPM) within 20 miles I get a Code 32 sys light. Turn off engine then on and code 32 within 20 miles. Faster speeds turn on light in shorter distance. Changed EGR which was originally bad and all was ok for a while now worse than ever. Replaced almost all vacuum lines in engine. None of above affect driveability in any way. Suspect MAF which checks out or possible worn throttle body. HELP!!!! I am ready to take light bulb out. Gerry

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923304/c4-corvettes/code-32-egr-unusual-problem/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923304/c4-corvettes/code-32-egr-unusual-problemThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:12 -0700<![CDATA[GM Europe decides to downsize future Saabs]]>GM Europe decides to downsize future Saabs
The midsized sedan has been growing in all directions for decades, but soaring fuel prices have customers begging for something smaller. GM is heeding the call as it is preparing a smaller batch of next generation Saabs. The next 9-3 was originally slated to be underpinned by the Epsilon II, but in March GM decided to instead utilize the lower-medium Delta architecture. The Delta platform will also be used for the next-gen Chevy Cruze, which is slated to eventually replace the Cobalt. The end result will be a smaller, lighter, more efficient Swedish sedan. With the 9-3 shrinking, Saab will also need to down-size its planned 9-1, which was originally scheduled to be Delta-based. Speculation has Saab reaching into GM's global architecture bin to use the Gamma platform that currently underpins the Opel Corsa. The idea has legs, too, as the Swedish automaker calls the idea "imaginable." Both vehicles are said to contain small, efficient turbocharged powertrains, which is in line with what Saab already uses. We're all for smaller, more agile Saabs, and killer fuel economy wouldn't hurt either.http://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/23/gm-europe-decides-to-downsize-future-saabs/

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888884/the-general-forum/gm-europe-decides-to-downsize-future-saabs/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888884/the-general-forum/gm-europe-decides-to-downsize-future-saabsThu, 24 Jul 2008 00:07:35 -0700<![CDATA[1998 rm125 seat cover question]]>1998 rm125 seat cover question
Will a 2001 or newer seat cover have a chance of fitting on a 1998 rm125 seat or am I stuck with a 96-00 cover?

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923247/suzuki-dirt-bikes/1998-rm125-seat-cover-question/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6923247/suzuki-dirt-bikes/1998-rm125-seat-cover-questionWed, 23 Jul 2008 23:07:19 -0700<![CDATA[So who wants one?]]>So who wants one?
If they are really making one of these, I'm going to buy one. http://www.automedia.com/100-MPG_SUV/dsm20080601rs/3

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888782/the-general-forum/so-who-wants-one/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888782/the-general-forum/so-who-wants-oneWed, 23 Jul 2008 23:07:04 -0700<![CDATA[Atlas or ultimate Dana 300?]]>Atlas or ultimate Dana 300?
Doing a tranny swap and looking to build an ultimate Dana 300. Anyone have experience with doing the build up vs an Atlas. The cost of all the parts (4:1 gears, rebuild kit, heavy duty front/rear output shafts, clocking kit and twin stick shifter) is around 1600-1700 bucks + shipping. I can get an Atlas with all the goodies for 2350 shipped.......maybe I just answered my own question. Just wondering about the strength of the Dana (built)vs the Atlas. :confused:

]]>http://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888776/jeep-driveline/atlas-or-ultimate-dana-300/index.htmlhttp://forums.gmhightechperformance.com/70/6888776/jeep-driveline/atlas-or-ultimate-dana-300Wed, 23 Jul 2008 23:07:47 -0700<![CDATA[WOWOWOWOWOWOWOW]]>WOWOWOWOWOWOWOW
Ok so i have a 97 eagle talon tsi and i just put a bigger turbo and an inter cooler on it and it was running fine for about 2 days. Ok so here is the problem i can start the car and it will idle fine fine and i can rev it up to any rpm fine but after about 20 seconds of letting it even sit it seems to just wanna be retarded. After that short time period is up it will seem to go into like a safe mode it will idle fine but will not rev above 2000 rpm even while driving it wont go above 2000 rpm. also while it is at 2 grand if i try to go higher it will just seem to be like misfiring and will shoot black smoke out the exhaust and it will stay in this safe mode all the way till i turn the car back on ..... OOO and here is the kicker there is no check engine light on at all!!!!!! i need some suggestions here i am going nuts

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