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Mechanical / Re: Toasted Clutch

« Last post by b_hill_86 on Today at 06:25:16 PM »

You can find the LUK kits on Amazon too fyi. As for the engine I don’t know the ultimate answer to that. I chose to prop it up under the oil pan though you have to allow it to drop some to angle the trans obviously

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Mechanical / Re: Toasted Clutch

« Last post by Zach on Today at 04:34:40 PM »

I’ve run, and heard good things from others about, LuK kits. They have 10.5 and 11” versions. I purchased a replacement flywheel from Firebird Central because I felt with the info they provided I was confident it would fit. I didn’t feel the same with buying elsewhere in the same or lower price range. The LuK kits do come with a TO bearing that has a plastic (for lack of knowing the actual material) portion where the clutch fork rides. I did opt to buy an all metal one but I also had a few issues with the cheaper ones. I think if I had to get in there again I’d try the LuK version. I read a lot online and only ever found people saying not to use it, not any actual reports of failures. For what it’s worth.

Get yourself a trans jack, an adapter for a floor Jack or make one. It can be done without one but it’s much easier especially if you’re working by yourself.

Also just my PSA, lift and secure the car at multiple points with quality jack stands or wood blocks. These cars will kill you if you fall.

Heard luk was good, they seem to only offer 1 on rockauto but I only looked around for a bit, gonna disassemble and double check everything before I order since it’s my first time. Got the car on home made wheel cribs, 2x4s stacked to about a foot high so it should be more than enough, been using the for a while. Do I need to worry about propping the engine or anything or are the engine mounts good enough for it to not wanna move when I remove the bell/tranny, just a concern my dad had but he wasn’t sure. Thanks for the info.

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Shows & Events / return of pontiac?

« Last post by aussieta on Today at 04:22:54 PM »

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FVBKs7cDGY

car and driver ran an ad showing return of pontiac
was this an april fool joke that got out of control

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Mechanical / Re: Toasted Clutch

« Last post by b_hill_86 on Today at 03:20:27 PM »

I’ve run, and heard good things from others about, LuK kits. They have 10.5 and 11” versions. I purchased a replacement flywheel from Firebird Central because I felt with the info they provided I was confident it would fit. I didn’t feel the same with buying elsewhere in the same or lower price range. The LuK kits do come with a TO bearing that has a plastic (for lack of knowing the actual material) portion where the clutch fork rides. I did opt to buy an all metal one but I also had a few issues with the cheaper ones. I think if I had to get in there again I’d try the LuK version. I read a lot online and only ever found people saying not to use it, not any actual reports of failures. For what it’s worth.

Get yourself a trans jack, an adapter for a floor Jack or make one. It can be done without one but it’s much easier especially if you’re working by yourself.

Also just my PSA, lift and secure the car at multiple points with quality jack stands or wood blocks. These cars will kill you if you fall.

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Mechanical / Toasted Clutch

« Last post by Zach on Today at 02:16:37 PM »

Howdy, clutch finally decided to give out on the TA, it was inevitable, we never changed it when we bought the car 20 years ago and I have probably put 4k miles on it since we got it on the road 3 years ago. Mom wanted a burnout, and I must’ve not dumped it fast enough, didn’t spin the tires till I got to the higher end of first, and could just smell the clutch. Noticed it would bounce pretty bad getting up my driveway for the past couple months, not it bounced like crazy at stop signs and I gotta ride it. Oh well, things break knew I’d have to get in there eventually.

Story over, was curious if you guys have any suggested replacement kits. I want to swap the fly wheel, pressure plate, clutch, etc. etc. it’s all old and most likely close to original, mini starter was not adjusted the best and ate the flywheel a tiny bit so I’ll replace that while I’m in there. I read that buying a metal throw out bearing is a good idea if it comes with a plastic one. Also curious if there are any other “while you are down there” things I should check out. Also debating tearing open the 4 speed since it had a loud circular clunk sound that seemingly disappeared over the winter for some reason, it’s the reason I parked it so early and it seemed to never happen again.

Anyways, any input would be nice, thanks.

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Projects & Restorations / Re: My Tenth Anniv.

« Last post by wheels78ta on Today at 08:08:00 AM »

No hurries....And thanks for checking.

I have a NOS positive cable.

The negative cable from Firebird Central has the # 12000152 FL code.  Just making sure that is the correct one.

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Hobbies / Re: Woodworking

« Last post by roadking77 on Today at 06:45:24 AM »

Thanks Charlie, you are welcome anytime I could always use the help

Another little project in the shop yesterday. Nice little relaxing job for a Friday considering it was rainy and miserable out. Had a railing to make for a long standing customer. House was built in the late 1700's so everything goes back as close to original or at least what is currently in place. No plastic allowed
20240510_154026 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
Original rail. It had rotted at both ends and came loose. Some of the pickets are rotted as well.

20240510_154253 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
Start with glue up and shaping the top rail.
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Mark, then start the mortise cuts, clean up with a chisel. Then this happened to my go to mallet! Time for another handle I 'spose. Get ole trusty out to finish the job.
20240510_163257 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
20240510_165231 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
20240510_170213 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
20240510_170631 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
20240510_172629 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
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Square board made round.20240510_181816 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
And a couple of hours later......finished rail. Now off to the paint shop.

20240510_161337 by Kerry Grubb, on Flickr
While I like using hand tools, I am not one of those 'modern woodworkers' that puts down machinery. I will use power when its the best and most efficient tool on hand. I have a few routers to choose from when need be!

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Projects & Restorations / Re: My Tenth Anniv.

« Last post by roadking77 on Today at 06:29:33 AM »

Let me check on the cables, I will get back to you. I bought them from Firebird Central if that helps. They were about twice the price of NAPA but I wanted to make sure they were correct.

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Lobby / Re: Today I... "Redux Edition"

« Last post by roadking77 on Today at 06:19:19 AM »

Happy Anniversary and Congratulations on your marriage.

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Mechanical / Re: Coolant leak how to fix

« Last post by b_hill_86 on May 10, 2024, 10:21:03 PM »

I use a chrome neck with an o-ring. No leaks and I’ve had it off at least twice that I can think of and it resealed each time. First time I’ve not had any leaks out of a neck. Don’t ask me what brand or where I got it though, I don’t remember lol