Bein Garaged making it tired??
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Car: 98 Camaro/85 Camaro
Engine: 3.8L/ 355 CI
Transmission: Auto/ TH350
Axle/Gears: 3.23 Posi
Bein Garaged making it tired??
OK well i this will probably get moved or deleted... but today my somewhat dream car since i was a kid turned out to be not what i thought... My grandpa finally let me take out his 71 Chevelle SS but it wasnt nearly as fast/powerfull as i thought... i mean its gott a 461 under the hood and a 373 rear end... but i stood on it and it barely took off... it didnt even light the tires up or nethin.. what could cause it to not have any power like this when i heard so many stories bout this car being uncontrollable??
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Car: 1986 Pontiac TA
Engine: 383
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.70
If it sat for a long time, it will need new fuel. Give it a complete tune up, plugs, wires, cap, rotor, etc.
If the motor has a high lift cam, the valve springs may need to be changed. And last but not least, the carb should recieve a thorough cleaning.
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If the motor has a high lift cam, the valve springs may need to be changed. And last but not least, the carb should recieve a thorough cleaning.
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If the engine was built beyond factory specs at all (even mildly) that combination should almost stand up on it's rears.
How long has the car been in the shed?
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How long has the car been in the shed?
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Car: 98 Camaro/85 Camaro
Engine: 3.8L/ 355 CI
Transmission: Auto/ TH350
Axle/Gears: 3.23 Posi
Im not sure how long it has been sittin... but all i know is my gramps is like 86 and drives his Caddy all the time so the Velle sits in the garage all the time... its a shame too cuz the car is sooo great... but ya im prob gonna work on it for him so that way i can take it out!!
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