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Originally posted by DanStokes View Post
I don't know if you have the look you're after but an FYI - If you hit the ribs with a belt sander they'll pop out in aluminum and look spiffy. I've recoated them with clear wheel paint so you can clean them. Just a thought.'86 Monte SS (sold) ~ HRPT 2015, '17, '18 ~ Long Hauler
'73 Dodge Coronet Wagon ~ ‘19 Long Hauler
79 Trans Am project
’90 Chevy 454 SS
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Originally posted by Redline04 View Post
Definitely considering cleaning off the top ribs. Wasn’t sure of a good way to do it without messing up the rest of the paint. Your suggestion is quite helpful!
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'86 Monte SS (sold) ~ HRPT 2015, '17, '18 ~ Long Hauler
'73 Dodge Coronet Wagon ~ ‘19 Long Hauler
79 Trans Am project
’90 Chevy 454 SS
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Trying to decide,,, do I need a line lock? T/A came to me with one. Not sure if it works. Rebuilding brakes now (installing new Master/Booster) once it’s refilled with new fluid and bled out, checking that old line lock is next, but Do I really need one for a street car I’ve never had a car with one, so not familiar territory.'86 Monte SS (sold) ~ HRPT 2015, '17, '18 ~ Long Hauler
'73 Dodge Coronet Wagon ~ ‘19 Long Hauler
79 Trans Am project
’90 Chevy 454 SS
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New Master/booster installed. Ran new fluid and started purging brakes. Found one rear cylinder locked up, only $15 each, so replaced both rear cylinders. Brakes now bled. Stops Way better & seems to have eliminated what we thought may be a brake vacuum issue.
The line lock wasn’t wired or connected to anything, so it’s been removed.
The TA did come with a Chevy 12 bolt posi installed. Not sure of gears, so did a brief driveshaft rotation/tire spin. Answer is 4 to One. Might be a little steep for long distance highway cruising.Last edited by Redline04; August 14, 2022, 07:30 PM.'86 Monte SS (sold) ~ HRPT 2015, '17, '18 ~ Long Hauler
'73 Dodge Coronet Wagon ~ ‘19 Long Hauler
79 Trans Am project
’90 Chevy 454 SS
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Originally posted by Redline04 View PostNew Master/booster installed. Ran new fluid and started purging brakes. Found one rear cylinder locked up, only $15 each, so replaced both rear cylinders. Brakes now bled. Stops Way better & seems to have eliminated what we thought may be a brake vacuum issue.
The line lock wasn’t wired or connected to anything, so it’s been removed.
The TA did come with a Chevy 12 bolt posi installed. Not sure of gears, so did a brief driveshaft rotation/tire spin. Answer is 4 to One. Might be a little steep for long distance highway cruising.Previously HoosierL98GTA
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Originally posted by Dan Barlow View Post
Unless a T56 is going in it .'86 Monte SS (sold) ~ HRPT 2015, '17, '18 ~ Long Hauler
'73 Dodge Coronet Wagon ~ ‘19 Long Hauler
79 Trans Am project
’90 Chevy 454 SS
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In your situation, I would try for a TKX kit: https://americanpowertrain.com/shop/...d-5-speed-kit/
A lot easier than a T56Patrick & Tammy
- Long Haulin' 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014...Addicting isn't it...??
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Long day round trip... up to Green Bay to load up for the final trip home. Last time onna trailer unless she breaks. Ended up being a 10 hour day due to heavy thunderstorms just when I got there to load up, plus complications with the trailer. Got it all worked out and home by 7pm.
More work to do, but at least it can be done at home'86 Monte SS (sold) ~ HRPT 2015, '17, '18 ~ Long Hauler
'73 Dodge Coronet Wagon ~ ‘19 Long Hauler
79 Trans Am project
’90 Chevy 454 SS
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I snagged a 79 a few weeks ago as well. Not sure how long it had been sitting but it was enough to start growing shit on it. This one is one of those oddball 301 T/A's. Another option for a manual might be one of those Richmond 5 speed trans. I've been hunting for another T-56 for a different project for a while and they seem to think they are worth more than a whole car. I've come across some of the Richmond/Doug Nash 5 speed transmissions for about $800. The catch with most of them is they are not over drive transmissions. The later ones could be ordered with 5th being overdrive but I haven't encountered one second hand yet. You could gear it with a 2.xx with the Richmond or see if Richmond sells individual gears for the thing. Just a thought. I'm with you in the T-56 camp though. Use the bellhousing American Powertrain sells for with the BOP pattern for the T-56/Magnum setup and call it a day.
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