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  1. MetalManiacAZ

    Need a transmission shop referral

    I've never had a manual serviced so I can't vouch for this company, but this is who my two mechanic friends have used for over 20 years. They rebuilt two automatics for me in the past with good results. Pete's https://www.petestransmissionaz.com/
  2. MetalManiacAZ

    8-10 mpg

    Hell, the best mileage I ever saw in my '03 2500HD gasser was 13 in mixed driving. I'd say 8-10 isn't bad for a carbureted big block with a 3 speed tranny.
  3. MetalManiacAZ

    SHE’S ALIVE!! The 68 RUNS

    Way to go Isaiah! This is the update we've been waiting for. Keep going man, you're (almost) in the home stretch.
  4. MetalManiacAZ

    Engine going IN

    Ooh! Good eye sir. Nice job on the mock-up. That saved about 8 man hours pulling it all apart againa!
  5. MetalManiacAZ

    1 pin NSS to 3 pin wiring?

    The trans on my 68 Imperial is from a '74. I installed a 1 pin NSS, hooked up the ring terminal, and it works just as it should. When I bought the car, the PO (flipper) was jumping the relay with a screwdriver because he didn't know what was wrong with it!
  6. MetalManiacAZ

    Question about Turbochargers....

    This is a big one. You can cook your oil if you shut off the engine right after driving. If you decide to go that route, get an EGT gauge. It blows my mind that not all diesel trucks come with this gauge from the factory. That gauge will also help keep you from melting pistons when you're...
  7. MetalManiacAZ

    Question about Turbochargers....

    Looks like a wastegate to me. It keeps the turbo from supplying too much boost by opening a valve and allowing the exhaust to bypass the compressor. That almost flat pinched hose in the first pic won't do that model any good though.
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