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by 434 nova
Thu Nov 04, 2010 9:58 am
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: Are these tires the same size ?
Replies: 3
Views: 3953

Are these tires the same size ?

I am confused these tires have the same specs but are sized differntly? Which one would be a better choice. MT # 3055 sidewall width 11.7 thread width 10 overall diamater 28.1 Hossier # 18150 section width 11.7 thread width 10 overall diamater 28 The mt are 28 x 10.5 and the hoosier are 28 x 10 how ...
by 434 nova
Sat Oct 30, 2010 5:32 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: Fitting a 10 inch rim on a 69 nova
Replies: 1
Views: 2996

Fitting a 10 inch rim on a 69 nova

What needs to be done on a nova to fit a 10 inch rim on the car? I already put my shocks inboard. Reason being i see everyone that runs 275 60 15 drag radial use a 10 inch rim over the 8 is there any benifit to that. Also what backspace would i need with the stock length rearend. thanks
by 434 nova
Wed Oct 27, 2010 3:04 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Wierd brake light problem. HELP
Replies: 6
Views: 11849

Re: Wierd brake light problem. HELP

It is the original headlight switch
by 434 nova
Wed Oct 27, 2010 1:11 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Wierd brake light problem. HELP
Replies: 6
Views: 11849

Wierd brake light problem. HELP

OK i am stumped i cant figure out what is causing my brake light to go out only when the hedlights are on and i hit the brakes the left tail light goes out. If the headlights are off and i hit the brakes it works but then when i turn the lights on and then hit the brakes it goes off but back on when...
by 434 nova
Thu Oct 21, 2010 9:36 am
Forum: Chassis and Suspension
Topic: Mini tubbing ?s for 69 nova.
Replies: 5
Views: 6968

Mini tubbing ?s for 69 nova.

If i mini tub my car and keep the springs in the stock location can i fit a 10 inch rim on the car with a 29.5 x 10.5, i already have my shocks moved in board. Right now i can fit a 28 x 10.5 on a 8 inch rim and a 1/4 inch spacer but it rubs sometimes on the inner frame rail. I have about a inch cle...
by 434 nova
Thu Oct 07, 2010 10:33 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: 275 - 60 - 15 vs 28 x 10.5
Replies: 2
Views: 8816

275 - 60 - 15 vs 28 x 10.5

Which is smaller the 275 or 28 x 10.5 My nova has a 15 x 8 with a 5.5 backspacing and a spacer and the 28 x 10.5 are close to my fender wheel i had to roll the lip and i have about a half a inch clearence will i have more clearence with the drag radials? Also do drag radials grow like slicks ? thanks
by 434 nova
Sun Oct 03, 2010 10:06 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Dipstick problem?
Replies: 13
Views: 9007

Re: Dipstick problem?

What would I need to plug the dipstick hole is there a certain size plug I could use or just put silicon over the hole. I am not running anymore dipsticks there is no need too after this incidence. Thanks for the help.
by 434 nova
Sun Oct 03, 2010 1:40 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Dipstick problem?
Replies: 13
Views: 9007

Dipstick problem?

I think either my rods or crank hit my dipstick and took a little piece of my dipsick off. I have a dart block and gm dipstick that is correct but i have no idea what happened. Should i be worried about the little bit of the metal from the dipstick or will i be ok? I say a 1/4 inch was tooken off . ...
by 434 nova
Thu Sep 30, 2010 10:13 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: My turn signals arent working on my 69 nova.
Replies: 2
Views: 8986

My turn signals arent working on my 69 nova.

I tried fuses and and new flashers and my turn signals arent working. At first just the passenger side was working and now i have nothing, i got brake lights and running lights in the rear but no turn signals. Could it possibly be turn signal switch that is the only thing i havent change yet is ther...
by 434 nova
Mon Sep 27, 2010 5:55 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Help me pick an electric fan..
Replies: 11
Views: 9806

Help me pick an electric fan..

I am looing for a electric fan for my street car its a 434 sbc with about 650 hp 11.1 compression, afr 235 264-272 678 658 109. I ahve a csr electric water pump aluminum radiator 31x19 and now need a fan what can you guys recommend me. I seen the blac mgic fans but they are 300 a piece and that is s...
by 434 nova
Wed Jun 23, 2010 12:51 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Throttle cable ? for 69 nova
Replies: 4
Views: 4154

Throttle cable ? for 69 nova

I am looking to swap the original cable i have from the six cylinder to a lokar for my v8 do i need the 24 inch long cable or the 36. I am looking at the universal ones from lokar. thanks
by 434 nova
Wed Jun 02, 2010 5:13 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: What rpm do you think i will come thru the traps at ?
Replies: 7
Views: 5496

Re: What rpm do you think i will come thru the traps at ?

Is there a formula or calculator to determine trap speed? thanks
by 434 nova
Wed Jun 02, 2010 2:25 pm
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: What rpm do you think i will come thru the traps at ?
Replies: 7
Views: 5496

Re: What rpm do you think i will come thru the traps at ?

I am looking for 1/4 mile car weights in around 3200 and car has a 434 sbc making 650 hp.
by 434 nova
Wed Jun 02, 2010 1:25 am
Forum: Drivetrain
Topic: What rpm do you think i will come thru the traps at ?
Replies: 7
Views: 5496

What rpm do you think i will come thru the traps at ?

Car has 28 inch tall tire 4500 stall and 4.10 gears. What rpm do you think i will come thru the traps at i am trying for 7200 rpm i may have to step up to 4.56 gears. thanks
by 434 nova
Mon May 31, 2010 5:30 pm
Forum: Paint and Body
Topic: Trying a new fiberglass company...
Replies: 71
Views: 70833

Re: Trying a new fiberglass company...

Thanks John for the update, i am gonna order the bumpers from advantage. :D