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    Legitimate Lightning Mechanic Needed

    Hello all, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year! My 2000L (bought new) (21K) is having some issues staying running and I can't figure it out. I can perform all the work necessary to fix her but can't figure out what the issue is. I would be happy to find a Legit performance mechanic to...
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    recommended forum ??

    Okay, here goes nothing. I have swapped a 408 Cleveland into my 95 Ranger. After totally transforming the chassis and drivetrain to accommodate this swap I am now dealing with the wiring change (from EFI to Carburetor). I have stripped the original harnesses and am now trying to piece together...
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    loss of boost @ 3/4 track

    Looking for a GHOST issue on my 2000L . Built motor, Kennebell 2.3, pullied to 18-20#, EGR delete, 100shot dry nitrous, Turbo Blue, NGK TR6 plugs, etc.,etc... Reason I think I'm losing boost is that I previously (b-4 fix) had blown off my boost reference line from the blower and she just...
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    issue resolution

    I'm not sure where I would post a specific problem question to get an answer. It is regarding the inability to balance MT cheater slicks with tubes. Been to Discount Tire where I bought them but they can only get get them within a few ounces after adhering like 15 ounces all over the wheel...
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    E85 fuel line

    2000L , 150 nitrous, 15lbs. boost (KB) thinking of going E85 route. going twin 400 Walbros and 80# injectors but can't seem to find info on OEM fuel lines. Do these need to be upgraded also? Approx. 600-650 rwhp now on Turbo Blue. Thanks :shrug:
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    nitrous window switcn install help

    I am installing an MSD 8956 window switch ( nitrous ) on my 2000 Lightning. I am installing it in a series of existing switches, such as, 1. arming switch - 2. full throttle switch - 3. chip switch ( that splits and goes to ) - 4. nitrous relay switch. Can I simply insert this MSD control "...
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    line lock install

    Is it okay to run braided s.s. lines on a line lock install ( as opposed to hard piping )?
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    Roll Cage ... NHRA Legal

    Anybody out there know which roll cage or bars I will need for the L running in the upper 10's ? Thanks
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    Electrical Masters Only, Please

    Am doing a battery relocation for the 2nd time. This time only running 1 cable(+) from the rear. Grounding to the frame and the bed at battery location. Question.... does the negative cable (-), where I disconnected from the original battery location, need to be regrounded to the frame and motor...
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    SVT Badging

    Does anybody know where I can get an original SVT badge from the stock air box? The red one...
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    PAGING " wd13 " (in Missouri)

    Mind sharing what kind of bed lid ya got there? I'd like to get one but cannot locate that particular style anywhere! Looks very cool.
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    Bed Cap

    Can't seem to find the cap that I like. Can anybody tell me where to find the fiberglass cap w/ the small airfoil/spoiler (one piece). I noticed it on wd13's L. Thanks, Jack
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    Hey Sid

    Re: Brake Job , 2000L. Went to "how to" on brakes and couldn't access the 'brake caliper anchor plate' section. Are there torque specs on those bolts as well? Also, is it a good idea to just replace the bearings or what exactly am I looking for when I inspect them? One more thing, the...
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    changing rotors

    Anybody out there got any helpful tips or tricks to help with this change? Also replacing pads. SSBC brand. Will I need to bleed the brake lines? Thanks and Happy New Year to All!:beer:
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    Line Lock

    Is a line lock the way to go for track drag racing? If so, any body care to give me some instructions for install? Thanks, Jack
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    WTB Stock Hood

    Anybody here in Michigan want to sell their stock hood? I've got a 2000 but I think all the Gen 2's are the same??
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    WTB Stock Hood

    Anybody here in Michigan want to get rid of their stock hood? I've got a 2000 but I think the Gen 2's are the same?? Thanks, Jack OOOOps,, wrong forum!!
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    Rotor + Caliper Change

    Okay, had my L for 8 yrs. now and have changed everything under the sun! Last year I put on the 15" Bogarts and obviously had to grind the Sh#@!t out of the stock calipers to fit. Problem is they really overheat due to thiness of metal now. Has anybody out there downsized their rotors and...
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    After Market Tach Hookup

    I didn't see anythying in the how to section about this. Anybody got some tips on where the connections will be and how to ID them? Its an Autometer with a sending unit. Thanks
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    New/Old Fuel Pressure Problem

    Don't know if this has been discussed B4 but.... Went out with my tuner today for a street test with his A/F meter. I've noticed lately that my fuel press. drops OFF a tad during hole shot. ( from 25# to 55# to 35# under full throttle in 1st gear). The A/F told us at that point she leaned out...
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    Vacuum/Boost Specialists...Help Please!

    Went thru an EGR delete a couple weeks ago and just recently went to the Dyno. Seems the fuel pressure is all of a sudden inadequate and she goes VERY lean on WOT. The fuel pressure seems to spike and then drop off at WOT. I've replaced the filter (to Navigator style) with no change apparent...
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    EGR Block off plate... help!

    Well I have totally disassembled my EGR system and THEN discovered that the 4.6 and the 5.4 plates are different! Now I can't find a place to buy the 5.4.....help please! Thanks.....
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    E Brake Disconnect

    I am installing Bogart 15" wheels w/ MT slicks. They are 6 1/2" backspace and that makes serious contact with the E Brake cable. I've seen the how to on pulling the cable out of the way but it seems to, at least partially, apply the brake when pulled enough to clear. Are there any issues...
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    Changing Emergency Brake Location. Help!

    Hey Gang, I am installing my Bogart rear wheels (6 1/2" backspace) and after grinding the calipers I discovered the e brake cables are at too severe of an angle to push the wheel all the way on without it rubbing up against the wheel. Is there a way to change this angle to allow installation...
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    Need Bling!

    Hey everybody. Got a question. I've finally got 15" Bogarts all the way around (ton of grinding), got skinnies up front and cheaters out back, got great lookin center caps and lug nuts, and these FREAKIN rusty ass lug bolts sticking about an inch out from the wheels!!! I'm not a type A but...

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