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    What was the first year GM started using TBI in trucks?

    I know this is a dumb question for any car guy but Im kinda new to Chevy trucks from the 80s. In what year/years did GM start putting TBI in trucks Suburbans and Vans? Mostly interested in 305/350 vehicles. Im in the market for one and I dont wanna screw with a carb. Also wondering when they...
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    tbi swap possible on 87 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

    wanting to resurrect my dads 87 Grand Wagoneer, runs ok but the damn motorcraft carb was always funky and of course the mpg sucked. Before I dust it off and tune it up Im wondering if anyone has found an easy way to swap the carb for fuel injection, Im assuming that if the motorcraft carb bolts...
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    Is there ANY way to bypass the crankshaft sensor on an 89 Chevy Beretta?

    I was trying to replace it but it broke off with most of it stuck in the engine. Its a 2.8 with a crap load of miles so I just want it to run ok, not worried about it being perfect.I basically understand how it works on some cars, but is there anyway that if I short the wires together it will...
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    Will 215 70r 14 fit on 88 Buick Century? Also what other GM stock 15" wheels

    will fit in on this? The stock size is 195 75r 14 but one tire blew and I have a set of 215 70r 14s from my T bird that Id like to use, but I dont know about the clearance to the struts and all that with the added width. I dont want to get them mounted and find out they're too wide. Also what...
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    What is the criteria for making a dirt bike street legal?

    I'm looking at a 77 Yamaha IT 400 and wondering what it would take. I know it probably varies by state, (I'm in OR) but I'm new to the Enduro thing. It has headlight/brake light, just no signals. Do they have to be a certain age, or have a certain kind of VIN or something? just don't want to get...
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    Will gas tank and side panels from a 79 or 80 Honda CB750K or C fit on a 1980 F?

    I've got an '80 CB750F in need of side covers and a new tank. I know that the 750K and C had different looking panels, I'm just wondering if they would fit so I could get a matching set and make it look decent. Anyone every mix these parts?
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    What size tire do I need if I put 15x8 wheels on an old Ford van?

    My 82 Econoline conversion has 235 75R 15's on its stock rims, but if I put 15x8 rims on it, what tire size would fit best without screwing up the speedo and causing clearance problems? thanks for any help
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