SC Saga  #2

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5/13/97

Replaced the driveshaft with a one piece 3” unit from Wenco. In by 11AM, out by 4PM (GOOD guys!). Cost: $180. Slight reduction in 70+ vibration. A little still there. The “lifter” noise has returned. Might be pinging, although I thought we'd eliminated that possibility. Strange that it should go away and come back. The front rotors are wobbling, and BrakeMasters says it may NOT be thin rotors, but a bushing, dragging pads, etc. Gonna find out Thursday. Replaced the Hooker mufflers with DynoMax super turbos, a slight bit quieter, but still drones at 1500 RPM. The hot ticket is said to be the 3-chamber system from Dynomax, ordered through Super Shops. For $140/pair, I guess I have no choice. Love the sound, HATE the drone! With the hot weather, I'm still getting by without a shroud. However, I can put TWO 14” PermaCool electrics with auto sensor on the back of the aluminum radiator and miss the water pump (3.25” clearance) altogether. Why didn't I see that possibility before (I was stuck on a single 17” which wouldn't fit)? I'm considering relocating the trans cooler AWAY from in front of the AC cooler, as radiators are stacked 3 deep on the left side. AND, an engine oil cooler might just be smart, too. One project at a time (just for a change). Overall, the car rides GREAT. I'd love to add a blower down the line, just for shocking car show appeal under hood, AND scary low end torque. As before, it's just business for now.

 

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