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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-14-2009, 02:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,869
Posted By MBDiagMan

I'm 60 years old and been messing with cars since...

I'm 60 years old and been messing with cars since I was 13, so I have LOTS of momentos such as these.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-14-2009, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,620
Posted By MBDiagMan

Correct torque = SNUG Seriously, with an...

Correct torque = SNUG

Seriously, with an average length wrench just tighten it up.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-14-2009, 08:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,767
Posted By MBDiagMan

The key stock was a good idea. I wish I...

The key stock was a good idea.

I wish I could sell all of those "beam plates" that I could make for $180 a set. I would be retired and living in Hawaii inside of two years.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-14-2009, 08:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 318
Posted By MBDiagMan

I think the 87 had an R4 as opposed to the...

I think the 87 had an R4 as opposed to the Nippondenso on my 88. Even with that difference, I fully expect that you will find the low side connection on the accumulator.

Are you familiar with...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-14-2009, 08:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,351
Posted By MBDiagMan

How long have you been possessed with Obsessive...

How long have you been possessed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder(OCD?)

If your goal is to make it easier to work on, don't you think the effort that it will take to do all this will be MUCH...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-04-2009, 03:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,290
Posted By MBDiagMan

I wish I would have known of the alternative...

I wish I would have known of the alternative supplier that you mentioned. I found Xtreme and figured that was better use of funds than buying an aftermarket TB.

Good luck,
Doc
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-04-2009, 02:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,290
Posted By MBDiagMan

Don't overlook the possibility of a worn out...

Don't overlook the possibility of a worn out throttle body. The shaft will wear to a point where it allows the blades to hang. I dealt with an erratic high idle on my 88 for quite a while. About...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-04-2009, 02:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 466
Posted By MBDiagMan

89only is correct. You only need to use the Comp...

89only is correct. You only need to use the Comp method if you are dealing with a really wild cam. In fact, for a factory cam, you can set it on two crankshaft positions and get them all, but I...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2009, 02:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By MBDiagMan

You also could have a bad blower control module. ...

You also could have a bad blower control module.

BTW, regarding the Ford a/c better than GM a/c; I have driven many of both brands and find it overall to be a wash. Ford has some models with...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2009, 02:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 940
Posted By MBDiagMan

For meaningful a/c diagnosis you must get low AND...

For meaningful a/c diagnosis you must get low AND high side pressures and post them along with ambient temp and vent temp.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2009, 02:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,508
Posted By MBDiagMan

Why do you want to do this? Are you aware that...

Why do you want to do this? Are you aware that in todays market R12 can be purchased for very little more than 134? Going to 134 will reduce your a/c performance by about 15% to 20%.

Although my...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2009, 02:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 525
Posted By MBDiagMan

If your problem is the rubber hose itself or the...

If your problem is the rubber hose itself or the hose to metal connection leaking you don't need to purchase this whole, difficult to find, expensive assembly. Simply look in the yellow pages and...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2009, 02:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 360
Posted By MBDiagMan

I have no info on which brand. AFAIAC they are...

I have no info on which brand. AFAIAC they are all good.

What I would recommend though is to change the pilot bushing while you have it apart. It's not an easy job to do a clutch on one of these...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-21-2009, 03:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,964
Posted By MBDiagMan

Lots of good responses, especially coupeguy...

Lots of good responses, especially coupeguy getting to the basics of checking the fluid. He did NOT mention, however, to check the clutch fluid in the master cylinder on the firewall. If the...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-17-2009, 08:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,755
Posted By MBDiagMan

I have a two post lift, but my shop building has...

I have a two post lift, but my shop building has 13' 6" clearance. With no more than 7' 6" I would not spend the money for a lift. You will still be on a creeper underneath, so your money IMHO...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-17-2009, 08:07 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,404
Posted By MBDiagMan

Two points: First of all, it sounds as if...

Two points:

First of all, it sounds as if people are believing their trip computers mileage claim. My trip computer usually indicates about 10 to 12% higher than calculated fuel mileage. You...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-16-2009, 07:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,060
Posted By MBDiagMan

Thanks for all the replies. I finally got a...

Thanks for all the replies. I finally got a chance a few minutes ago to give it a try. I used a parts catalog that was slightly thicker than a yardstick to prop the window top away from the window...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-16-2009, 05:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 732
Posted By MBDiagMan

You need to find another shop. I have an 88 4+3...

You need to find another shop. I have an 88 4+3 and replaced the micro switch at the base of the shifter handle many years ago. It was about as simple to do as any repair you could do on that car. ...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-15-2009, 06:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,060
Posted By MBDiagMan

Locked the Keys in my '88

Yeah, I know, I'm dumb!

They took my Dad to the Emergency Room yesterday and I came home to get some clothes and such. In my excitement I locked the door with the automatic locks and left the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-14-2009, 06:34 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 61,052
Posted By MBDiagMan

This is SO true! Overcamming this engine would...

This is SO true! Overcamming this engine would result in a disappointment. The only thing I would add along the lines of keeping the low end torque theme going is to use 1 1/2" or no larger than 1...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-13-2009, 08:31 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 61,052
Posted By MBDiagMan

Quinny, One more thing: I have done...

Quinny,

One more thing:

I have done lots of research of late as well as lots of analysis using Desktop Dyno. My goal has been to build an engine for a different brand car which will build lots...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-13-2009, 07:51 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 61,052
Posted By MBDiagMan

Quinny, Also.... I am relatively familiar...

Quinny,

Also.... I am relatively familiar with the differences in the Ford V8's from down under and how the components differ from those we have here. There are some really great combinations...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-13-2009, 07:38 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 61,052
Posted By MBDiagMan

Quinny, I'm sorry that I had not read your...

Quinny,

I'm sorry that I had not read your desire for a fun car as opposed to a race winner. I have a bad habit of rapidly perusing threads rather than absorbing details before responding. Sorry...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-13-2009, 06:15 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 61,052
Posted By MBDiagMan

Quinny, I suggest that you go back and STUDY...

Quinny,

I suggest that you go back and STUDY post #8 in this thread written by coupeguy. Before you do, let me tell you something:

You, along with 90% of the other performance minded public...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-10-2009, 10:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 756
Posted By MBDiagMan

It should do better than that. What year? Is it...

It should do better than that. What year? Is it an original R12 converted or a later model? It's always helpful with such questions to know the year model and details that are pertinent to the...
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