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  1. Fishhawk

    Starter Noise

    Before I put my car away for the season it almost sounded like the starter was spinning when I tried to start the car. In the past any time I had a starter go out, I would get the tell tale clicking noise and would first replace the solenoid then the starter if necessary. Now it sounds like a...
  2. Fishhawk

    Time for new 225/60/15's ... need help

    Just like it says. I am replacing the stock size tire on my 85 GT and of course can't find any decent replacements. I've read reviews on a couple brands at Tire Rack and nothing stands out. They are all pretty bad. I am trying to maintain a stock look with the original 10 holes and do not want...
  3. Fishhawk

    Axle Bearings and Seals

    I am currently installing new bearings and seals in an 8.8 rear end in my 85 GT. I noticed when I was putting in the seals, that when they were tapped in place (just inside flush with the end of the housing) that they did not come in contact with the bearings outer edge. Is this correct? There...
  4. Fishhawk

    17 X 9 Rims For Fox Body

    The title about says it all. I have an 85 GT and want to mount 17 X 9 rims with 235/45 17 tires in the front and 275/40 17 in the back. I've been told I have to swap out the spindles for 87 and up versions. This would also mean that I would have to replace rotors and struts. I would like to...
  5. Fishhawk

    Alum. vs. Steel Flywheel

    Hi guys. I don't know if this has been discussed or not but here's my question. I own an 85 GT that has dyno'd 300 RWHP with 310 RWT. I have been running the original 10" clutch and am planning on upgrading to a 10.5 this winter. I have been getting conflicting advice on which flywheel I should...
  6. Fishhawk

    Carb Jetting

    I need to hear from some carb guys. Last weekend I was at the track for some test and tuning. I was rejetting my 650 after every couple passes and pulling plugs. After my last pass I pulled the number 2 plug and it finally looked like I had the right burn. Plug was nice and tan. Figuring I had...
  7. Fishhawk

    Battle Box install

    I'm finally going to get around to installing the upper and lower torque box reinforcement on my 85 GT. Is this a very difficult installation? Or should I have a shop do it? I prefer to do all the work on the car myself but don't have a welder. A couple shops have given me quotes but I feel they...
  8. Fishhawk

    2002, 3.73 Gear?

    I have the fortune of finding someone that has a 3.73 gear set out of a 2002 GT, and will sell them to me for $25. I have an 85 GT with a 8.8 rear. Will the ring and pinion from the 8.8 out of the 2002 fit in an older rear end? I assume it will. That the only thing that is different is the...
  9. Fishhawk

    Alternator Question

    Last summer I installed underdrives and a 100 amp alt. on my 85 GT. This winter I installed an electric fan that pulls about 13amps. I've noticed at idle the volts go down to 10.5 to 11. The other night after a 3 hour drive with about an hour stuck in a construction zone I notice a white...
  10. Fishhawk

    Caliper question

    Threw on a new set of rotors on my 85 GT. When I get to the calipers I can't get the caliper piston to push back. If anything its pushed out more. Any secrets to moving a stubborn piston or do I need new calipers. They are the original calipers, but with only 67,000 miles.
  11. Fishhawk

    Cold Air Induction For Carb'd 85

    I'm looking for a way to get some cooler air into my carb in my 85 GT. Would be nice if it were some type of Ram Air setup. I have very limited hood clearance and intend to stay with the stock hood. I am currently using a 14" Ford Racing open air cleaner with K&N filter and I feel the carb needs...
  12. Fishhawk

    Dyno Torque Question

    Just had my 85 GT dyno'd. The HP was just about where I expected it, 275 @ 6000 RPM RWHP, but the torque peeked just under 290 @ 4200 RPM. Doesn't this seem a little week? I was kind of expecting something in the neighborhood of 310/320. I advanced the ignition to 15 initial and 34 advanced. I...
  13. Fishhawk

    Base timing vs. Advance timing

    I need some advice on setting my timing for more mid range to top end power. I am running a MSD distrbutor with a 6AL box and Blaster coil. The rest of the need to know mods are in my sig. I think the stock timing is set at 10 but I am not sure where I should advance it for my base timing. I...
  14. Fishhawk

    Welds for a Fox

    I'm sure this has been asked a dozen times on this sight, but I haven't been able to find this info. What size Draglites fit with what size tire on the rear of a Fox body that still uses the quad shocks? What back spacing should I go with?
  15. Fishhawk

    Brake Booster

    This is about the only thing I haven't done to a car. I want to remove and repaint my power brake booster. Is it a big job or am I destined to have a clean motor and engine compartment with a grungy rusted booster?
  16. Fishhawk

    Speedometer Problem

    The speedometer cable in my 85 GT is going out and I cannot find a replacement for that year. They all start at 87. I was thinking I may have to install a gauge from an 87 and then use an 87 cable to make this work. Does any one know if the 87 and later speedometer will fit in the 85 dash and...
  17. Fishhawk

    Electric Fan Question

    I'm thinking about installing an electric fan on my 85 GT. I was looking at the Flex-A-Lite Black Magic fan. Is this worth the money or are there better fans on the market. I do like that the Flex-A-Lite is direct fit. I would rather not have to fab and cut the fan to fit. I also might switch to...
  18. Fishhawk

    Oil in Antifreeze?

    Here's my probelm. Saturday I dumped the antifreeze in my 85 GT, 5-spd and refilled it with water. My local drag strip requires no antifreeze to test and tune. Sunday I make 6 passes and call it a day. I get home I drain the water and refill the radiator with the antifreeze that I previously had...
  19. Fishhawk

    Short Throw Shifter?

    Just came back from the track and after missing 3rd gear on two runs I've decided to buy a new short throw shifter. I'm looking for opinions on who makes a good product. Thanks in advance.
  20. Fishhawk

    Smog Pump Removal?

    Has anyone removed or bypassed their smog pump, and if so did they notice an improvement in performance. Also I will be retaining my catalytic converters, so will I have problems with burning them up? Any opinions would be appreciated.
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