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1st check the fluid level and go from there
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Pretty sure they all fit.
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Either choice, the 700 or 200, would likely struggle in OD with stock gearing. If I was gonna do it again I would go with the 3.55's over the 3.73's because I don't race (much) and the 3.55's would be better on gas for long hauls, which is what I like to do.
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I went with the 200 because it is a direct bolt in. Move the crossmember back and done!
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You say the trans is rebuilt but the details are sketchy? Who rebuilt it? Any warrantee information provided? What kind of converter, lock up or not, does it have? Hope it all works out for you. The install is fairly straightforward and you will like the drive-ability of the vehicle once it is all set up. Though the TV cable on mine came with very good adjustment instructions I still took it to my trans guy for the final tweaking, just to be sure.
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Originally Posted By: cboltWent to the local cruise in this evening. The Monte got a lot of attention as usual. I got to "unveil" the trunk upholstery, the aluminum compressor, and the show panel. It was good to kick some tires and talk cars with old friends.
What's that like? It's been a long winter here!
It was great! Not trying to rub it in but it was mid-70's breezy, and perfect for a cruise in. I don't go to the local cruise night too often due to my schedule and didn't realize how many people I know who attend regularly. Not to worry, spring is right around the corner and it will be nice weather for you and blazing hot for me.
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Went to the local cruise in this evening. The Monte got a lot of attention as usual. I got to "unveil" the trunk upholstery, the aluminum compressor, and the show panel. It was good to kick some tires and talk cars with old friends.
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Where did you get the faceplate?
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Double pumper?
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Actually if they are similar to Jegs, they should have experts in their customer service department who can assist you in matching the correct parts to the application. I don't use Summit often so I cant say for sure what kind of expertise they have on hand. Of course the FGMCC members are experts as well as I am sure you can find many different set-ups on our Montes which all work great and the owners are happy with.
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I ordered through Summit. I already told them I was refusing the order. They were not supposed to ship it till Monday.
Are they working with you to change your order then?
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Where did you order from? I am sure you can send your Holley back for either a Carter (my choice) or Edelbrock (The more popular choice) with vacuum secondaries.
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Ditto on the double pumper, not necessary. No need for constant secondaries unless you are racing, but that is my opinion. I run a Carter 625 with a mild 350. (bored .060, mild cam, headers, intake) Works well and haven't made a single adjustment since I installed in in 2001 and about 60K miles.
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SEM makes dye that works well on the dash pad. Never tried dying a cover however.
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No issues with opgi. Had a loooooong backorder item that nobody was carrying, couldn't get it anywhere. About 18 months after I initially tried to order the item, they called and asked if I was still interested (they didn't charge my card) When I said I was they shipped me the parts. Hard to beat that from a customer service standpoint.
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Ditto, same flexplate and cooling lines
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I have the 200-r4 with the 3.73 gears and agree it is a bit much. In hindsight I would get the 3.55's just for gas mileage, although my car does launch really, really well.
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Yes I was there and no I do not know the car owner. I thought that was a great idea, though. I didn't stand around much that day as it was pretty cold and windy. You brought your blue car from what I remember.
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That pic is from Kissimmee, right Dennis?
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I have used the harnesses from The Parts Place and have nothing but good things to say. It has been several years since I purchased the firewall to starter harness and the forward lamp harnesses and the fit was perfect. It is very simple to install the new one as you remove the old one. I also believe that at the time, both harnesses were M&H electric products. Sent me a decal for my tool box and everything.
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Harbor Freight sells a plug for about $10 to keep the transmission fluid from leaking out the back. I agree with pulling both together. Gives you a good look at your transmission mount at the very least. Since you are planning to swap the transmission anyway it only makes sense to get it done at the same time. Have fun and good luck!
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You are close to Canal Street? I have never been there except when I was working at the district office on the same block... You must be pretty close to me.
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Installed a battery..... then went out to dinner. I have noticed that every time I take it out I run into someone who either owned a first gen or their family owned a first gen and they want to tell me about it. I enjoy the attention myself.
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Nice, I now have trunk envy! Gotta look for a Sportage cover as it will look better than my current cover.
What did you do to your Monte Carlo today?
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Ordered my chin spoiler. Randy said it will ship on April 11, too late for the Tally barbeque but I still cannot wait!