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Expert: - 3/25/2007


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I just changed my engine in my 87 mustang. Thenew engine I put in Was in another mustang and was running strong. Now that I put the engine in my car the intake manifold sounds like it backfires. What could it be? I tried many times to get the timing right by putting the 1st piston up to top and setting the distibuter but it does the same thing. I changed parts on the throttle bodey. The engine I put in has; alluminum heads,cam,svo roller rockers,upper & lower Proffessional Products manifold,pullies,Tremic transmission,BBK headers, and its rebuilt 306. Please I need help.

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What you need is a local mechanic.  I'm afraid I can't help you at this distance. Plus I know almost nothing about street rod preparation, engine swaps and the like. I strictly work with track race cars.

I wish I could help, but you will be much better off with some local help

Best wishes

Dan Liddh
Sarasota, Florida  

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Anything concerning race cars, 20 years competition experience, Senior Competition Driver Instructor , car builder, mechanic, welding, fabrication, tuning , engine modifications, set up, suspension design. Specializing in Datsun/Nissan products. Please submit questions about RACE CARS ONLY. No street cars, no video game scenarios Thank you.

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I have been racing for 20 years, I have been the Central Florida SCCA Regional Championship points for 5 years running, and won the championship in my class 2 times. During my first start in the 60's I won many solo awards and the State Championship Drags. I serve as a senior instructor for SCCA, and have taught in Mercedes AMG events at Daytona, and Dodge Viper Days at Sebring International. I have been in the thick of the competition for all of my career. At one time or another I have driven race cars at speeds nearing 195 MPH. It's quite a ride !

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