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  1. splinterddt

    Rear independent suspension

    Check out Ebay's Fastforward Fastback built by Rad Rides. It used a prototype 4 link that is supposed to be made available to the public. I can't remember the manufacturer, but most the info is on various places on the web.
  2. splinterddt

    Need some straight awsers on explorer 8.8 swap

    The Ford dealership I work at has had a rash of Explorer rear end problems. This stems from the weak housing "flexing" and this eats up bearings. Odds and end pick-ups have simular problems, by nothing like the Explorer. The posi in the 8.8 is ok. Put too much extra power to it and expect to...
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    Will C-6 trans bolt up to 460 and 351c's?

    I knew of 2, but I checked B & M Racing and there is 3 total bellhousing patterns for C6. Small block which includes 351c.(rare) Big block including 351m and 400 FE block D.Hearne is incorrect, the 7.3 Powerstroke is a 4R100. The new 6.0 PS is a new design which is built by Ford with...
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    Which brake pad?

    Composite are a softer material and wear down faster, but they tend to stop smoother due to the soft material. They also have less black dust build-up due to the organic material. Semi-metalic have metal inpregnated into a carbon material. They last longer and stop great. The carbon...
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    Need some straight awsers on explorer 8.8 swap

    The Explorer 8.8 is weak and the aluminum housing caused it to eat up bearings, just like Jeep rear ends. If you are planning to upgrade, why not find a 9". They are a hellava lot more durable and reliable compared to the 8.8. Not to mention there is no offset problems.
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    Weatherstripping adhesive...what to use?

    The "yellow crap" is 3M weatherstrip adhesive. I've come to know it as "gorilla snot." You should be able to get it at any auto parts store. 3M also makes the adhesive in a black color. It's a little easier to hide than the yellow.
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    Ready to throw my holley out..

    All my experience with Holley has been working on older carbs. Most people who have had them for a few years do not have problems. When these newer carbs get more years on them, then the "typical" Holley problems will start to happen. If you have someone who knows what they are doing, Holley...
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    Ready to throw my holley out..

    I had problems fine tuning the Holley I had. Finally it started leaking fuel from the shaft that connects to the butterflies. I found out this is a common problem for Holly carbs. I finnally bought a Carter AFB-no problems!
  9. splinterddt

    Rear Suspension Mods

    No, I haven't installed subframe connecters yet. They are on my "to do" list. Right now I'm filing bankruptcy, so cash flow is extremely slow. I am runnig slicks at the drag strip (28x10x15, I think, they are in my shed and I don't remember if they are 10" or 11"). The rear springs are the...
  10. splinterddt

    Rear Suspension Mods

    I've been doing a little bracket racing during the summer and I'm trying to inprove the traction. I've been toying around with the idea of installing a 4-link rear suspension. I saw that Rad Rides installed a kit on Ebay's "Fastforward Fastback", but the kit is not availiable to the public...
  11. splinterddt

    synthetic oil

    When I switched engines I was having overheating problems with my big block. I changed the oil to synthetic and dropped the engine temp 15 degrees. I really didn't notice a power increase, but the temp benefit is well worth the extra money. Another benefit is the inside if the engine is...
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