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by Hurricane87
Tue Jul 19, 2016 2:14 pm
Forum: Bonneville GXP/Northstar Powered Cars
Topic: Probably the Sound of Death
Replies: 10
Views: 1800

Re: Probably the Sound of Death

But it has to be the engine? I ask only because of the DRAMATIC difference in performance in fourth gear. As in, except for the tick you'd think the car was brand new.
by Hurricane87
Tue Jul 19, 2016 2:14 pm
Forum: Bonneville GXP/Northstar Powered Cars
Topic: Probably the Sound of Death
Replies: 10
Views: 1800

Re: Probably the Sound of Death

But it has to be the engine? I ask only because of the DRAMATIC difference in performance in fourth gear. As in, except for the tick you'd think the car was brand new.
by Hurricane87
Tue Jul 19, 2016 1:51 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2001 SE Questions
Replies: 2
Views: 1272

2001 SE Questions

I've pretty much always wanted a last-generation Bonneville; now I'm getting one because I need something to drive and I think my Aurora is dead.

So, I have a few general questions, because I don't have time to search the forum right now.

1. Besides the intake manifold, are there any other common ...
by Hurricane87
Tue Jul 19, 2016 1:39 am
Forum: Bonneville GXP/Northstar Powered Cars
Topic: Probably the Sound of Death
Replies: 10
Views: 1800

Re: Probably the Sound of Death

More than I've gotten from anyone else, thanks.

If a piston is "rocking" in the cylinder bore, does that mean the end of the block, a la a thrown rod, or is it possibly still worth repairing? And how does an engine suddenly start burning more oil after a repair that's meant to keep oil in it?
by Hurricane87
Tue Jul 19, 2016 1:35 am
Forum: Audio (and aftermarket electronics)
Topic: Garbage Reception
Replies: 7
Views: 2467

Garbage Reception

Hello, this question also applies to my Aurora, they have the same antenna.

I have garbage reception on nearly all local radio stations, and having the CD changer isn't really helpful during football season. I know the popular perception is that the windshield antennas are garbage, but I also know ...
by Hurricane87
Tue Jul 19, 2016 12:45 am
Forum: Bonneville GXP/Northstar Powered Cars
Topic: Probably the Sound of Death
Replies: 10
Views: 1800

Probably the Sound of Death

I'm here because I'm about to buy a 2001 SE out of desperation. The desperation is probably caused by my Shortstar. I saw this board, I thought I'd tell my story.

I have an 01 Aurora 3.5. It had an oil leak from the valve cover gaskets. I paid someone to replace them. The oil started disappearing ...