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rickosuave1987 · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 11:38 am Post subject:

If you use that one, it will sit sideways like the one in my car...I dont like it
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motorbreath53 · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:43 pm Post subject:

You say the tach is going crazy when this is happening yes?

If so, sounds very ignition-ish..... specially since the tach shouldn't run off fuel.... mine doesn't anyway.

... electronic ignition mod? connections at coil? coil itself failing? plug wires tight? dizzy cap tight, and in good shape? clean fuel filter?
any nausea, vomiting or shortness of breath? Do you have any new desire to listen to Neal Dimond, or WHAM perhaps?
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CopperBaja · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 9:13 pm Post subject:

CopperBaja · Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2008 9:03 pm Post subject:

After some painful troubleshooting, I found that the points were arcing and grounding out the spark! Also found that my baja likes to sit around 20*...instead of the recommended 0* timing with a light.

Next...to find a dellorto tuning guide.

I have a pic that I will post tomorrow of the arcing points. Rolling Eyes

Now back to replacing the master cylinder.
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CopperBaja · Posted: Thu Jul 24, 2008 9:41 am Post subject:

It's a grainy cell shot. I was really lucky to catch this in action...I left the key on and thought I would doublecheck the status of the cap and rotor.

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baja5 · Posted: Sat Jul 26, 2008 7:19 pm Post subject:

How are you coming with the brakes?I put the car back together today so I am ready for a run if you want.Call me.
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CopperBaja · Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2008 12:11 am Post subject:

Didn't get the brakes "finished" til about 10:30...thought it would be too late to call. Confused

No test drive yet either. At that point I had a couple beers and was a bit frustrated....had a couple setbacks during the procedure.

Did pick up a solid mount trans kit. Don't think I'll have it on by next weekend, though.... My 3/8" bit took a crap on me the other day. I have 1/2 of my front bumper mounted. I picked up a Bugpack breather box...just going to vent the oil filler for now, but it will be there for future use.

Only had time for a few hours on the baja today.
Still not sure on the adjustment for that brake rod....my book only says to not adjust it...to adjust the brake stop bracket. Rolling Eyes

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baja5 · Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2008 7:26 am Post subject:

Drive it up here today and we'll get the brakes worked out and then hit some trails.
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CopperBaja · Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2008 1:16 pm Post subject:

After I talked to you, I didn't run a relay for the hood lamps. They're actually pretty bright and should come in handy next week!

Glove box in. Still needs some cosmetics and the door.

Breather box mounted and line ran.

Hood lights wired and working.

Fuel gauge mounted, but not hooked up yet. That mount was $20 at pepboys. Shocked

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takotruckin · Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2008 7:40 pm Post subject:

but do the brakes work?
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CopperBaja · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:31 am Post subject:

CopperBaja · Posted: Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:32 am Post subject:

Also started to mount the bumper....ran out of MIG wire and killed my 3/8" drill bit....still have to do the other side and finish this side.

The welds were crappy...I think it was partially due to running out of wire.
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CopperBaja · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 9:23 am Post subject:

VDO fuel gauge connected.

I grounded the sender wire and the gauge went to full....unlike the stock gauge. Looking like a bad sender. Sad

Or...could be low on gas. Laughing

(I'll find that out tonight)

I'm also a bit concerned about gas mileage, but I'll be bringing a fuel can.
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CopperBaja · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 4:50 pm Post subject:

Adding a solid mount for the trans on Friday.

Any tips or suggestions?
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rickosuave1987 · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 4:53 pm Post subject:

Dont pull the trans completly. Just jack it up and install the mounts.

Mine fell on my foot moving it from the frame horns Embarassed

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CopperBaja · Posted: Wed Jul 30, 2008 5:06 pm Post subject:


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