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  1. moon roof

    in 1984-91 Avanti

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    On 12/22/2023 at 7:28 PM, Geoff said:

    I hear that argument loud and clear. If I find myself keeping a moonroof I might investigate what it takes to increase the diameter of the drain tubes. I may also investigate routing the hoses in reasonably accessible locations so I could use a shop vac to clear them out periodically.

    Did U make a decision?  I'm curious.  Have U priced any of the options U listed?

    Steve

  4. Heater core dimensions

    in 1965-83 Avanti

    Posted

    On 11/12/2023 at 12:40 PM, pantera928 said:

    So Steve

    How is that heater core working out after a year?

    Where did you get those angle brackets?

    Thanks

    Heater core is in but it was a total pain in the butt.  I had to grind & round off the bracket ends to get it to fit in the heater box.  Angle brackets were from angle iron used for garage door track.

  10. 1987 Convertible Fuel Tank Capacity

    in 1984-91 Avanti

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    3 hours ago, Stacey said:

    Yes, got it back yesterday and have had it out 3 times now with the top down. The 305 is awake now, not anywhere near the neck snapping spin the tires out of a dead stop something with more horsepower and torque would do, but it is now more fun to drive. The new 3:73 has increased the overall rpm's by a good bit, runs about 1,900/2,000 rpm at about 60ish. The speedo is off by about 30 mph reading high, but we ordered a speedo correction unit to adjust the overage and it should be here next week we hope. Not a big deal to install so that will then let me know for sure what speed I'm driving without having the phone GPS reading for me. I was all gung ho to pull that 305 and drop in a 350 or 383 to make the car more fun. With this gear change I might hold off and see if I really need that extra ummph. 

    Thanks for the summary...that's exactly what I was looking for.  3:73 it is!!  Where are you getting the Speedo adjustment parts from?

  11. 1987 Convertible Fuel Tank Capacity

    in 1984-91 Avanti

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    8 hours ago, Stacey said:

    OK just filled it from empty on my 1991 Conv. 16.5 gallons is all she will hold.  So looking at how they constructed this tank it seems from what the factory design was they chopped quite a bit out of the capacity. 

     

    Have you had a chance to drive it with the new rear gear setup?

  14. AS PROMISED REPORT

    in 1965-83 Avanti

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    On 5/15/2023 at 2:44 PM, Stacey said:

    I think? it is the 700R4, but might be the 200R4, not sure, other than it is 4 speed auto. Seems I have a 2:28 rear open gear now, as we speak going with a 3:73 posi unit. I figured at first i was going to just replace the 305 and go with a 350, but got talked to do it in steps. Gear first and see how I like it and if need be, then new motor. Where we live the car is never run at high speeds, maybe 60ish is as fast as we run. Normally all town cruising. Do not care what amount of fuel it uses, fill it up when it gets low, almost never has the top up, so it is a fun convertible to beebop around town.

    Very interested in your impressions when the 3:73 is in & you've driven it.  I have an 87 w/the 305 & very mild gear (good mph but uninspiring acceleration).  Seriously considering 3:55 & 3:73. Thx!

  15. AS PROMISED REPORT

    in 1965-83 Avanti

    Posted

    9 hours ago, Stacey said:

    What motor is in your car? I have a 305 in my 1991 and am in the middle of switching rear axle gears for a bit more performance. Next step is motor work or motor replacement.

    Do you have the 200r4 trans.?  What gear ratio are you considering? Those that I've spoken with recommend 3.55 or 3.73 for a noticeable improvement in acceleration.

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