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Old 11-11-2012, 08:14 PM
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figured I'd make one thread that I'll keep updating as my winter mods get bought/on. things i've done thus far, pulled the t56, installed my 26spline input and steel tob sleeve, pulled off my valve covers to get powder coated, and pulled off my pedal assembly to get ready to install the new quadrant. Also sold my stock wheels/tires. here's a list of everything i'm doing over the winter.

Trans
-liberty 26 spline input-done
-mcleod steel tob sleeve-done
-d&d billet 3-4 shift dogs-ordered
-new stock flywheel-ordered
-promotion 750 clutch
-fiore firewall adjuster
-steeda quick release quadrant

Engine:
-Metco 4lb lower pulley
-metco 3.2 alt pulley
-new gates belt
-75-100 wet shot(whatever my pumps can support)
-n2mb nitrous controller
-Walsh dyno tune

others
-custom vent dual gauge pod-done
-autometer boost gauge-done
-aeroforce interceptor gauge
-18x9/18x10 chrome GT4 wheels
-sumi 275/35 fronts r888 305/35 rear
-summit driveshaft loop


I'm hoping to have the trans stuff done before christmas, but not sure if i'll be able to swing that. Will keep this thread updated as i get parts put on with pictures. Here's pics i've taken along the way thus far:
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Old 11-12-2012, 08:01 AM
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Man, sounds like you have a busy winter. haha
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Old 11-12-2012, 08:04 AM
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I have an awsom winter build, 5 months rehabbing a torn distal bicep tendon in my left arm. Then back to work.
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Old 11-12-2012, 09:15 AM
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since i finally got my car back together, it goes to the dyno Dec 13.
new tires for the 98 cobra wheels
4 wheel alignment
reinstall 4 point harnesses

continue fixing the small problems on my 86 c10
go through and prep the 454 and 4l80e to go in next summer
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Old 11-12-2012, 01:00 PM
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I will be driving mine all winter.....because I can do that in Arizona! Good luck with the project!
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Old 11-12-2012, 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by uberstang1
I have an awsom winter build, 5 months rehabbing a torn distal bicep tendon in my left arm. Then back to work.
Sounds alittle more fun then my winter plans haha

Mine is:
Let my car sit
Dont touch my car
dont buy parts for my car
and last but not least find another job.

Then hopefully I can start modding my car again
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Old 11-12-2012, 04:18 PM
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Mine is
-Get the S trim on finally
-Possibly switch 4.10 to 373
-new catback
- wheels in the spring.
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Old 11-13-2012, 12:35 AM
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Originally Posted by uberstang1
I have an awsom winter build, 5 months rehabbing a torn distal bicep tendon in my left arm. Then back to work.
Uber, you forgot about your IRS swap!

Jk, good luck with the rehab. Be patient and do what they tell you to do at rehab...
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Old 11-13-2012, 04:23 PM
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CT, i'd look into a sfi blow proof bell housing sense its all apart. I've seen clutches come apart, and its scary... see my thread.

"cobra after math"...
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Old 11-13-2012, 09:34 PM
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I cant say i've ever seen, heard, or know anyone who's had a clutch come apart. IMO the only way that happens is misuse.

However, I got my 3-4 dogs today, hard to imagine something so small and light could cost $100! jeesh. going to attempt to install them tomorrow, hopefully it all goes as planned.
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