ted sweet
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the current prices keep me from going to cruise nights and local shows.
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we where there both days, had a great time.
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if NY has records that old they are just in boxes in Albany filed by who knows what.
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if it isnt ping using super unleaded is pointless, it also as no more additives to help with valve recesiion
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">DaveZZZ, that was an excellent and concise discussion of modern fuel. Thank you. I know for my own understanding, it was of great help.
I would like to add, if you use the Lead Supreme Tetraethal additive, you most likely will not pass emission tests in those States that still require it. However, I have found the Non-lead additives to work well. But the point has been made, and correctly so, that to buy Regular, then adding an additive, you might as well buy Supreme, and may still have to add a Non-lead additive.
My understanding of the Hardened Valve Seats in older engine rebuilds was to prevent damage from pre-ignition knock. Tetraethal was added to fuel in the 1940s to prevent that annoying 'ping' and it worked. It was also cheap so the oil companies like Standard Oil had no problem adding it following the commercial success of the Ethal Oil. Most fuels were non-lead fuels at base until the companies began experimenting with fuel additives to boost performance, and silent running of engines. According to older family members, it was normal for engines to 'ping', stall, and overheat causing vapor lock. Summer and vacations to the mountains were often exciting adventures as the old Merc or DeSoto would chug and stall its way across the Badlands to the Rocky Mountains.
So I guess the answer is to just bite the bullet, and buy the top grade. Buying the middle grade is pointless, and Regular may cause damage or at least poor performance. Coupled with modern oils that have reduced ZDDP, and you are looking at potential problems with lifters and valves, if they are not of the Roller Type. And, Dave's point about old rubber seals is a good point. They should be replaced with modern rubber or its equivalent that is made for the modern fuels.
Good thread. Thanks, Guys. </div></div>
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WHEN i cant get mid grade 89 i use 50/50blend of 87 and 92
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WE WILL BE THERE both days, assuming it isnt raining.
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Try the classifieds at www.moparts.com
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i have used freeze 12 in 2 cars and have noted no differnce from the original r-12
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6 inches or heavy wet snow here and its still snowing.
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SH and SJ oils? the current oils are SM & SL.
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that topic just notes that nobody agrees on this issue.
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try asking on the forums at www.moparts.com
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that means i am not doing judging school.
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can i do the Friday morning bus tour and still do the judging school?
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who has the 30 buick?
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my registration will be in mondays mail. only 3 months to go.
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and the seller adds it on when considering the asking price.
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if you dont like it working that you have the option of not buying or better yet dont attend the auction.
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most of the additives you want have disapeared from the market.
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unless it has disk brakes the 15" wheels arent factory, the disk brake wheel covers do not have a red center.
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if you are in NC its more like 550-600 miles each way.
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i sent you an email.
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the window is a goner. check to see if are getting power to the top motor.
Classes At AACA Shows???
in AACA - Class Judging
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with the mods you listed your car will never receive an award at a show judged by AACA standards.