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4:56 Ring and Pinion Info
CHRYSLER PROBLEM: CHRYSLER: 9.25", 12 Bolt Cover, 4.56 and Higher. I bought 4.56 gears for my 1/2 ton pickup, but I cannot get the cross pin...

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Adjusting Valves
How to Set Valves the Easy WayIt's a skill that every hot rodder should know by heart. It can also be one of the more confusing aspects of engine...

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Adjusting Valves with Perma-Locks
Adjusting Valves with Perma-Locks When adjusting valves with perma-lock adjusters, after reaching desired valve lash, loosen adjuster 1/4 turn,...

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Adjusting Valves with Stud Girdles
Valves with Stud Girdles When adjusting valves with stud girdles, after tightening stud girdles you must recheck valve lash.

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Aluminum Connecting Rods for the Street
Urban legends abound in the gearhead community. One is: aluminum connecting rods don't work in street engines. Prior to the mid-'70s, that might have...

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Choosing Torque Converters
For most people, selecting the right torque converter remains a mystery. Unless you have years of experience in the field, it is near impossible to...

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Cometic Head Gasket Tech
Can MLS head gaskets be used with motors setup with o-rings or receiver grooves around the cylinder bores? No. MLS head gaskets require smooth, flat...

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Coolant System
COOLANT: The cooling system is one of the most important elements in vehicle operation, yet is not given the attention that other automotive systems...

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Diagnosing a Clogged or Partially Restricted Exhaust
Diagnosing a Clogged or Partially Restricted Exhaust This involves drilling a small hole {typically 1/8-inch o.d. maximum} in the exhaust pipe ahead...

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Diagnosing for Leaking Cylinder Head Gaskets
Diagnosing for Leaking Cylinder Head Gaskets Just a few quick tips: Aside from unusually high coolant temperature {this condition can be one of...

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Diagnosing “Noisy” Serpentine Belts
Diagnosing “Noisy” Serpentine Belts Many times, these belts become embedded with dirt and other residue that finds its way into the grooves of...

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Disassembling an Engine
Disassembling an Engine When disassembling an engine, be sure all rods and main caps are numbered before removing.

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Driveshaft Angle Calibration
Angle Calibration   One of the most misunderstood things in drivetrain technology is understanding the driveshaft angle and what its effects...

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Engine Torque Specs
Engine Torque Specs DISCLAIMER: This page is not intended to replace the information contained in a factory level service manual and is intended...

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Finding Elusive Vacuum Leaks
Finding Elusive Vacuum Leaks   With the myriad of vacuum lines and hoses found on contemporary vehicles, it’s often difficult to locate pesky...

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How To Measure For A Custom Driveshaft
How to Measure For A Custom Driveshaft   For vehicles with a slide in transmission yoke and a yoke on the differential:      ...

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How To Measure For Custom Axles
How to Measure For Custom Axles   Front Axle Measurement Guide      Typical measurement with intermediate bar/shaft and axle...

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How To Test A Torque Converter
Your car's transmission is having some problems, but you're not sure what's wrong. It's possible that your transmission is fine, but...

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Identifying Restricted Radiator Cores
Identifying Restricted Radiator Cores Bring the engine up to operating temperature. With the engine still running, slowly pass your hand around and...

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Iron VS. Aluminum
Iron VS. Aluminum When pushed to the extreme, it's pretty safe to say that the only advantage of an aluminum block over an iron block is weight...

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Jetting Alcohol Engines
Jetting Alcohol Engines When jetting alcohol engines, start with what you know is rich. You'll hear a miss or misfire in upper RPM range, or you'll...

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Mechanical Roller Lifters
Mechanical Roller Lifters When installing mechanical roller lifters, soak them in oil for 30 minutes prior to installation. This will prevent dry...

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Numbering Lifters
Numbering Lifters When disassembling an engine, especially on flat-tappet camshafts, make sure each lifter is numbered to go back on the same lobe of...

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Protecting the Crankshaft
Protecting the Crankshaft Use some type of protection such as a piece of rubber fuel line hose on rod bolts to prevent scarring journals when...

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Rotor and Pads Break-In Info
Proper break-in of your new rotors or pads ensures the maximum performance and durability of the products. The break-in procedure allows the rotors...

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Torque Converters Explained
Torque converter --- a torque converter is a fluid-coupling device that also acts as a torque multiplier during initial acceleration. The torque...

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Valve Replacement
Valve Replacement When replacing valves, make sure they don't protrude higher in the chamber than your old valve. If they do, you'll have to recheck...

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When Changing Cam Degree
When Changing Cam Degree When changing cam degree, you must recheck valve to piston clearance. Each degree of change effects valve clearance...

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