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1. Re: [Shotimes] 205 or 225? (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Mon, 1 May 2006 22:30:32 -0400; As far as turn-in response yes this is true. I increased my rim width one time by 2 inches, re-used the same tires, and it was as if 1 to 2 inches of slop had been removed from the steering wheel. Th; /html/shotimes/2006-05/msg00038.html (9,592 bytes)
2. Re: [Shotimes] HP & Torque Figures for 3.0 + 3.2 (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Mon, 22 May 2006 15:40:57 -0400; Ford decided that additional low-end torque was necessary to work with the slushbox. The stall speed of the torque converter would have been too high with the 3.0, so Ford had Yamaha bore the engine; /html/shotimes/2006-05/msg00306.html (8,636 bytes)
3. Re: [Shotimes] HP & Torque Figures for 3.0 + 3.2 (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Mon, 22 May 2006 15:55:04 -0400; I've always thought that, and I've been driving SHO's for 10 years. At half throttle I get stomped by Escorts for Pete's sake! But then the same is true of my gennie 1970 Z28. That LT-1 motor shares; /html/shotimes/2006-05/msg00307.html (9,184 bytes)
4. Re: [Shotimes] Electrical (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Thu, 25 May 2006 21:52:03 -0400; Not sure which wire you are referring to exactly. The factory doesn't Tee off wires from the middle of a wire. If that was done, it is an aftermarket alarm, stereo or similar. A factory "Joint" or sp; /html/shotimes/2006-05/msg00352.html (9,156 bytes)
5. Re: [Shotimes] Re: Problems after clutch job... (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Wed, 31 May 2006 21:18:39 -0400; If you suspect a torn motor mount, I would confirm that and replace that part first. It is much easier and less labor intensive and can be done with motor and subframe in the car. Basically just try; /html/shotimes/2006-05/msg00402.html (10,026 bytes)
6. Re: [Shotimes] Re: Problems after clutch job... (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2006 20:26:35 -0400; I'd try just the front mount first. It takes 90% of the torque, unless you floor it in reverse or downshift at 7000 rpm. It's only $100-130 too. and can be changed by lifting the engine a little. Pee; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00013.html (11,360 bytes)
7. Re: [Shotimes] Re: Problems after clutch job... (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2006 21:04:16 -0400; A "puck" type clutch disc will never give you as smooth of a clutch engagement as a stock disc. The reason: it has no "marcel" That is a wavy flat spring under the facing of a stock disc that lets it; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00014.html (12,033 bytes)
8. Re: [Shotimes] HP & Torque Figures, and bad rings theory (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Wed, 31 May 2006 16:19:23 -0400; A big compression increase could also happen if you add a "lot" of oil. Only use a little bit, say a medium squirt or 5cc. It still will increase the compression some, so you need to check another cy; /html/shotimes/2006-05/msg00403.html (11,755 bytes)
9. Re: [Shotimes] NEED SHOP RECOMMENDATIONS (COLUMBUS, OH) TO DO (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2006 16:53:54 -0400; W. Chester, PA is kinda far. RCM is in PGH, sells a lot of SHO parts, and is pretty close. If Russ doesn't do work, I am sure he would know someone local who did. http://home.earthlink.net/~rcm_autom; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00107.html (9,185 bytes)
10. Re: [Shotimes] '91 accelerationproblems (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2006 19:22:30 -0400; Possible weak fuel pump/plugged filter.? Or MAF wire significantly carboned up / needs cleaning? Mine ran similarly with both those issues. No codes for either just weak power. Low fuel/too much air;; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00217.html (9,434 bytes)
11. Re: [Shotimes] Front Motor Mount Important? (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2006 08:34:54 -0400; There is a self-retaining function, so it shouldn't lift anymore than an inch or maybe two. Just don't put any dents in your hood! Lee shot. wait _______________________________________________ Shoti; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00274.html (8,001 bytes)
12. Re: [Shotimes] Picked up my SHO yesterday (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2006 08:50:44 -0400; My polishing kit came with new UV coating, it made a world of difference and has held up for two years now, on 2 different cars. Half of the old lens had no UV coating, it had worn-off with time and; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00275.html (9,327 bytes)
13. Re: [Shotimes] 95 SHO MTX needed (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 13:43:46 -0400; IIRC there were only 1100 95 MTX's built, and only a few more than that for '94, with basically no specification changes.'93 and below are somewhat more common, but do have some component changes. L; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00374.html (12,093 bytes)
14. [Shotimes] drag racing advice (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Tue, 27 Jun 2006 16:00:48 -0400; Anyone drag race a V-6 ATX that could offer some advice? I may wind up helping the local high school auto shop convert their 95 ATX SHO to strip duty. How much abuse can the ATX take? What are the su; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00412.html (7,202 bytes)
15. Re: [Shotimes] drag racing advice (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Tue, 27 Jun 2006 20:02:39 -0400; Thanks Mike, That's a good reference point. I was thinking a standard quick-shift kit would help prolong the trans life - usually does. Any opinions? Any idea what typically dies in an ATX in this ca; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00425.html (9,438 bytes)
16. Re: [Shotimes] 235 tread width on 7'' rims (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Tue, 27 Jun 2006 21:40:50 -0400; Depends on rim size? profile? and MFGR. For example:(from BFG) size recommended rim measuring rim 235/60R16 6.5-8.5 7.0 235/55R16 6.5-8.5 7.5 235/45R17 7.5-9.0 8.0 235/40R17 8.0-9.5 8.5 Lee ________; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00436.html (8,401 bytes)
17. Re: [Shotimes] 97 brakes question (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2006 23:43:27 -0400; Ditto on the hoses. I've had glowing red-hot rear calipers when the hoses swelled shut (1300F+) even after a short drive and the car literally felt like the brakes were still on. And yet when operati; /html/shotimes/2006-06/msg00457.html (9,613 bytes)
18. Re: [Shotimes] AC Compressor Help (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Sun, 2 Jul 2006 23:41:28 -0400; If it's slipping I would adjust the clutch. If it is cycling on/off too fast (in 95+ weather) I would have the freon checked. If the freon is good and it still cycles too quick, you can adjust the l; /html/shotimes/2006-07/msg00022.html (8,041 bytes)
19. Re: [Shotimes] okay this might sound a little weird (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Wed, 5 Jul 2006 11:30:00 -0400; Find a concrete barrier or brick building wall and drive by while listening for sound reflections. Much easier to I.D. noises. Brakes squeel/squeek a lot, just put light pressure on the brake pedal o; /html/shotimes/2006-07/msg00053.html (9,276 bytes)
20. [Shotimes] 95 MTX for sale - Low Miles! (score: 1): Author: "Leigh Smith" <leighsm@comcast.net>; Date: Thu, 6 Jul 2006 11:05:28 -0400; There's a Green 62K mile 95 MTX for sale on autorader. Wasn't some here recently looking for one like that? http://makeashorterlink.com/?H2C932F5D _______________________________________________ Shot; /html/shotimes/2006-07/msg00100.html (6,760 bytes)

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