Recent content by LaffnJack

Here is the issue. In second gear, about half throttle, the rpms drop about 300 or so as if it was trying to shift. Then it continues to climb like normal and shifts. It only seems to happen at half throttle. WOT and it seems normal or it happens to fast for me to notice. The L is an 04 with...

Do I need to order gaskets and bolts for cleaning the intercooler or can I reuse the ones that are on it? If I need new, does anyone have the part numbers? TIA, -J-

Was wondering what kind of drop you could get out of removing the bottom most leaf from the leaf springs? For those that have done it, what's involved and what should I look out for? -J-

I am planning on installing a differential girdle and I need to know all of the basics for the install. Things like gear oil type and weight, what kind of gasket maker, amount of oil (approx), and torque specs for the bolts. Thanks, -J-

What is the type to transmission fluid that we should use? I have asked 3 different people and got 3 different answers. Thanks, -J-

The title says it all. Thanks, -J-

Will replacing the swaybars make a noticeable difference in flattening out the ride or do you need to replace springs as well? TIA -J-

At what point, when lowering the rear, do you need to replace the shocks or get shock extenders? TIA, -J-

In regards to the rear leafs, what are shackles and what do they do? Also, what are hangers and what do they do? Thanks, -J-

Does anyone know if the 2.3 KB is CARB legal? Thanks in advance, -J-

How many are running 4# or 6# over stock on the stock guages and is there any concern about doing so? I guess my question is should I upgrade the gauges before adding boost? Thanks, -J-

I have a vague idea what a torque converter is but I would appreciate it someone could tell me what it does in layman's terms. The dictionary says "torque converter** n.** A mechanical or hydraulic device for changing the ratio of torque to speed between the input and output shafts of a...

How do you get the stock clamps off? I have been yanking on the bolts and I cannot get them to break free. So I ask the mechanic when I am getting my oil changed and he states that the clamps have crimped the pipes together and I am better off taking it to a muffler shop and having them install...

Does any one have a Lightning Manual from Haynes, Chilton, or whomever? If you do, could you post the name of the Manual (i.e. Haynes) and the ISBN number? The number is usually on the back of the book by the barcode. Any help is much appreciated. Thanks in advance, -J-

For those of you that are using this set-up, how is the ride compaired to the factory set up? TIA, -J-