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Matt69olds replied to the thread 700r4 Manual Valve Body.I didn’t know anyone offered manual valve body for a 700. I knew TransGo offered a kit to convert a stock valve body. A manual valve... -
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Matt69olds replied to the thread First real drive! Not tragic but not good. I think I need carb advice..Before messing with the carb, make sure the dwell, ignition timing, and the rest of the ignition is in good working order. You will...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread Tool for adjusting idle.Or remove the file screws and cut a slot in them. I used a dremel tool with the thick cut off wheel, it made a slot just big enough for...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread Rebuild th400 or 4l80e?.You can swap in a 4l80 far cheaper than that, and gain the lockup converter.
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Matt69olds replied to the thread Oil Pressure Drops After High RPM.Cut the oil filter open. If it’s clean of metallic debris, put a mechanical gauge on it to verify the oil pressure. If it’s still low...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread A/C Question.If the truck is still driveable, take somewhere to have the system evacuated. That will answer 2 big questions: does the system still...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread Engine Block Heater for SBC 350.Before fooling around with block heaters, you need to get the choke sorted out. Zero degrees is not that cold. As mentioned, make sure...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread Remote Start.I have used Viper and code alarm. I can’t remember what brand my son bought for his Yukon. It wasn’t a remote start or security, but...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread transmission/oil cooler lines.I’m not sure what a fair price is, never had a pair to sell. Since im an Olds guy occasionally people ask if I know or have frame mounts...
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Anyone having trouble with or worried about qjet throttle shaft bushings,they aren't that hard to fix,but to prevent the problem to...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread transmission/oil cooler lines.What year is your truck? I don’t recall any heat exchanger on my 81 GMC, but it’s been 30 years since I swapped in the 455. I have slept...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread New build 454 and the wife hates the exhaust smell.Find someone who can tune the system for you. The self tuning will get it close, having it custom tuned will make a world of difference...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread Drop In Voltage from Windows and AC on.First things first. Remove and clean the battery terminals. Check the grounds at the engine, body, and firewall. Make sure the...
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Matt69olds replied to the thread Th400 kickdown switch.If it’s close, slip a piece of rubber hose over the switch. You can also use a hose clamp on the switch knob. McGuyverism!!
