SD valve cover bolt in pan?

2006-05-01 Thread Ean Orsel
I so want to say just tip the engine over and shake it till the bolt falls out. Looking at the bottom of the engine with no pan, you can get a clear look at the other side of the intermediate shaft. So I'd suspect the bolt is down there. If not, can you poke down and around with something like

Re: SD MP Head Gasket

2006-04-28 Thread Ean Orsel
P4452005, some dealers even keep it in stock at all times. :) Do you trust your parts counter? It should cost only about $25. If they ask an insane price, find the next dealership. Ean www.thebluebaron.homestead.com '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe

Re: SD A $50,000 Shelby Dodge?

2006-03-24 Thread Ean Orsel
$50k for the one car that is not white is probably going to look like a steal someday. I wouldn't say the one. http://www.nedyno.com/images/customer_pics/domestics/pic18.jpg Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler

Re: SD Injector O-rings

2005-08-12 Thread Ean Orsel
I need the o-rings for my fuel injectors. The Dodge dealer says that they can't be bought separately from the injector. I called an after-market parts store and they had no listing for a separate o-ring. Is there an o-ring that fits another application that I can use for my injectors? Ask

SD Control Arms

2005-08-03 Thread Ean Orsel
I have an '87 LeBaron, and put on a '93 complete lower suspension. Only to find out they moved the K-frame at some point in later years, and the '93 control arms locate the wheels too far forward now. (will rub splash gaurds) Before I head to the yard, I wanted to recheck I'm getting the

Re: SD Ultimate Dodge Website Update.

2005-06-21 Thread Ean Orsel
Just a nit-pick Isn't it the Omni-American, not Americana? I thought it was America. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

Re: SD need alternator advice

2005-06-19 Thread Ean Orsel
some guys awhile back were talking about the nippondenso alternator upgrade from the later cars 1993 and up, 120 AMP i think it was. is this a plug n play deal in my car since it is an 87??? any wiring changes i have to make to make this work, what will it do to my PM?? I went to Napa and

Re: SD shelby mentioned

2005-06-06 Thread Ean Orsel
anyone see the article on our cars in the toronto sun on sunday? Don't suppose you could direct us to an online version of the article? (I get the Star :o( ) Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

Re: SD WTB-Misc Parts to finish projects

2005-05-16 Thread Ean Orsel
I'm looking for some parts. 1. A T2 fuel rail(2 piece intake), I would prefer not broken. The one I purchased with the 2 piece intake ended up being cracked. I was told a New 2.0L or 2.4L fuel rail will fit. I've never tried it though. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The

Re: SD A/C questions

2005-05-10 Thread Ean Orsel
Or, have a look at refrigerants that will work in an R12 system without change over or evacuation of old stuff. http://www.duracool.com/ for example. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

SD problem with turbo lines

2005-04-27 Thread Ean Orsel
This isn't the best picture, but does the lower stainless line look in the right place? http://custommopar.homestead.com/files/lines.JPG I was about to put my starter in tonight, only to find it won't go. The stainless lines are simply in the way. I already dismantled the power steering pump and

SD Headlight module for LeBarons

2005-04-18 Thread Ean Orsel
Was it someone on here that rebuilds the headlight modules that control the doors on a LeBaron? The box that mounts in the top of the dash. I'm looking for some help with a schematic on the wiring to that box. (FSM doesn't specify each wire) Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe

Re: SD a413 ATSG Book and Question

2005-03-28 Thread Ean Orsel
Does anyone know if a a413 with lockup is able to be converted to a non-lockup tranny? I bought a performance built tranny from the estate of a guy who liked to drag his turbo mopar. I haven't used it yet, but I trust it since I know who rebuilt it. (Dave Rose) And it has the plug on it from

Re: SD Titled as a Shelby

2005-03-17 Thread Ean Orsel
She said if I bring her an MSO showing Shelby as a Manufacturer she'll do it. Isn't that kind of information tagged under the hood or such? Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

Re: SD (no subject)

2005-03-13 Thread Ean Orsel
Looking for some input on what kind of tires you guys are running on the street, rain or shine, thanks... I loved my Yokohama A520s. They were replaced by the ES100 model. I haven't driven with them yet though. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler

Re: SD Is that carroll Shelby?

2005-03-04 Thread Ean Orsel
It may be coincidence, but I put ZMax in my Neon because the stuff was on sale. At 60,000km I had an engine replacement due to a collapsed piston. I think I'll stick with Mobil1 in my Baron. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe

Re: RE SD Belts and Pulleys

2005-02-27 Thread Ean Orsel
non common block crank sprockets (square tooth from 88 and earlier) will not fit common block engines from 89 up. How so? I have an '89 common block with supplied crank to make it 2.5L. I then installed all my '87 pulleys and sprockets.

Re: SD Belts and Pulleys

2005-02-26 Thread Ean Orsel
I'm using my '87 pulleys with an '89 common block. The only problem is the water pump sits almost against the oil pan (actually had to take a hammer to the lip). To remove the pan, I will have to pull the water pump right off. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue

Re: SD Re: Heres one for ya..

2005-02-22 Thread Ean Orsel
Makes me want to see what an omni would look like with a charger nose http://www.pbase.com/underdog/turbo_horpage=1 Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

Re: SDAnother boring question

2005-02-04 Thread Ean Orsel
I was thinking today that I will need to get another head gasket for my T2 conversion. What is the best one to use now? I usually use Fel-Pro gaskets Fel-Pro is usually frowned upon here. Best bang for the buck should be a Mopar Performance gasket. They are about $20-$30 and many people are

SD A/C parts source?

2005-01-28 Thread Ean Orsel
Anyone know where I can get new A/C parts? I've got all the hardware, and just recently got one of the line sets off an ebay auction. (suction hose) Now I'm looking for a company that can sell me just the remaining line I need. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue

Re: SD white Valve cover?

2005-01-20 Thread Ean Orsel
I stripped mine once on my old Pacifica T1 and it looked ten times better. It's not like it's gonna rust or tarnish. The bare valve cover is aluminium. I'm not sure how bad they would get in damp locations, but in the snow belts where salt is used on the roads, they corrode to look pretty dang

Re: SD Cam Cap Cover Drivers side 2.2

2004-12-18 Thread Ean Orsel
I don't recall the product number, but I was given a bit of Loctite product to use on mine. It was a red tube (toothpaste style tube) and the fluid was red, with a jelly consistency. I'm about 90% sure it said gasket eliminator on it. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The

Re: SD polyurethane transmission mount

2004-11-22 Thread Ean Orsel
What material is used to sleeve the metal tube? Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex) --- Any one want a polyurethane transmisson mount? These fit the 80's FWD mopar cars-

Re: SD Carslisle

2004-11-20 Thread Ean Orsel
From the carlisleevents.com website: 2005 Carlisle All-Chrysler Nationals opens Friday, July 8. And my car is going to be there this time dangit! Crap, did I just jinx myself? Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02

Re: SD 1992 Acclaim low beam headlamp failure

2004-11-03 Thread Ean Orsel
As far as I know, the running lamps are simply a lower voltage to the high beam filament. It shouldn't have anything to do with the low beams. The first thing I would expect, is the wiring has a break somewhere leading to the low beam terminal on that side. PS. Did you try plugging the new

Re: SD Intercooler Repair?

2004-11-01 Thread Ean Orsel
I dented my intercooler Saturday when I was trying to tow my Shelby Charger Looks like they would need to weld a rod to it and pull it out. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

SD Heated Seats

2004-10-24 Thread Ean Orsel
I'm in the middle of installing seat heaters in my '02 Neon. The project was in my head back when my '89 LeBaron was my winter ride, but it's just becoming a reality now. I thought I'd share this with anyone who has thought about doing it themselves. I've created the following website to

Re: SD back and forth

2004-10-17 Thread Ean Orsel
How hard was she accelerating? Ideas that come to mind are: broken belt in a front tire bad C/V joint(s) in axle problem with steering rack Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

SD eratic speedo

2004-10-12 Thread Ean Orsel
The '86 dash just reads '1' in the first digit? My '87 dash can go to 299mph ;o) Now talk about fooling someone... When I first started driving, and didn't have a feel for speed, I was doing 110kph to work, wondering why the car was running at 4grand (rpm) and I was passing a Camaro in the

SD Piston to valve clearance

2004-10-06 Thread Ean Orsel
I know that the 2.2 and 2.5 engines are 'non-interference' design. But can someone tell me just how close the piston is at TDC, if a valve is fully open? A member on the LeBaron list has a mechanic telling him he has a bent valve. We are questioning the honesty of him. A member suggested a

SD Stock 2.2 boost maximum

2004-10-04 Thread Ean Orsel
A fellow LeBaron owner would like to install a boost controller. The engine is currently stock, and he'd like to know what the maximum boost can be, to safely burn premium pump gas? Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02

SD Power Steering lines

2004-09-16 Thread Ean Orsel
On the steering pump, there is a threaded connector, and a flared pipe. I assume the threaded connection is the high pressure out, and the pipe is return. Correct me if I'm wrong. Now, who can tell me which is pressure to the rack, and return from the rack? The rack has a lower connection

SD Trouble with Brake fluid

2004-09-13 Thread Ean Orsel
I put new callipers on my '87 LeBaron coupe. Also a new master cylinder. I put fluid in the tank and pumped the piston with a stick till fluid came out the ports. (then some, as there was dirty fluid in the used truck reservoir I put on the new master cylinder) I then put the assembly in the

Re: SD factory carpet for daytonas

2004-09-09 Thread Ean Orsel
http://www.1aauto.com/ is selling carpet on ebay all the time. They list a Daytona carpet for $99 on their website. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

Re: SD Lebaron GTS/Lancer Installing aftermarket keyless entry easiest location to access the lock wires

2004-09-09 Thread Ean Orsel
anybody suggest the easiest location to access the power door lock wires needed to install a remote control keyless entry system? I went into the drivers door on my '87. I went to install a starter system on my '89 and can't believe I went to that trouble. You have to get through the loom

Re: SD There's hope for us yet.

2004-09-07 Thread Ean Orsel
I wonder what Kelly Blue Book says with that kind of low mileage... ??? http://kbb.com HA HA HA! First off, I'm surprised they even have 'GLH' in the model choices. But the trade-in value came out to $400. And suggested price to sell it was $705 Darn! too bad he's already sold it on eBay ;o)

Re: SD 1 piece intake core plug

2004-09-05 Thread Ean Orsel
I've got this 1-piece intake here that I have theorized there to have dirt or something inside of it. Washing it out with water hasn't helped. I'm not sure what the scoup is. One thing to try, is dropping a bunch of wood screws in there, and shaking the intake around. The screws will

Re: SD testing the waters

2004-08-31 Thread Ean Orsel
I've seen the crank scrapers, and their price. I figured it was allot cheaper to make something on my own. Well right off the bat, I decided it was too much work to cut the sheet metal to fit the profile of the crank. I then went to the idea of a windage tray. I still needed to work around

Re: SD Piggyback ECU

2004-08-24 Thread Ean Orsel
Calibration Innovations makes recals with a switchable boost cutoff. http://www.enetwebs.com/steve/calinno/ I had mine setup to do 10 and 20 psi. Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

Re: SD Alright, who's installed a Turbo Timer?

2004-08-15 Thread Ean Orsel
Have a look at http://www.bulldogsecurity.com/ and look into their wiring section for installing a remote starter. For what it's worth, I'm making a poor-boy turbo timer system. I'm going to use a capacitor set-up. I'll make plug in modules rated for different lengths of time. Ean

SD Hi-flo cat. convertor

2004-08-06 Thread Ean Orsel
To the people running a 3 exhaust system: Is there any concern of a 3 cat. converter being too big to fit the stock location? Will it hit the heat shield? Ean www.thebluebaron.net '87 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (The Blue Baron) '89 Chrysler LeBaron coupe (Christine) '02 Chrysler Neon LX (Lex)

Re: SD 89 Shelby Question, and WTB

2004-07-29 Thread Ean Orsel
There's actually a specification for how tight the timing belt is supposed to be. To set it you use a special tool that has a calibrated weight on it. Most of us set it by feel by simply tightening it until you can barely twist the belt 90 degrees along the front of the motor. When I was