Maybe not a Newbie

StumpDrummer · 02-17-2009, 09:06 PM

Just wanted to Introduce myself and say a little about my car situation

First of all,
Im StumpDrummer from Monroe La.

I currently have an 80 model 7 with a Dan Atkins special 12-A
that I've literally dogged to death!! and it still runs as smooth as when
I first purchased it!!
Im currently having electrical problems the gas guage pegs out way past full
when filled up and the temp guage pegs out as super nova heat off the scale too, the clock keeps perfect time!!lol
I am currently de-installing the stereo system that was installed before I purchased the car to see if maybe this will help with the guages
I need an old style tach for 1st gen badly as mine flamed out and the one I had to replace it, got crunched its a long story I blame the future Xwife...dont mess with my 7!!

I have a rattle feeling through the floor board on the left side of my suspension when I hit small bumps but cant find anything loose when I lift the car, its getting on my nerves bad. The only thing I can think of that I havnt checked is the bottom of the strut cartridge ....I know nothing about suspensions but I am learning...the Hard way.

I need tons of help but other forums all seem like they want to make fun of or Flame people instead of helping...I pray this one is different.

I usually dont brag about who or what I've purchased or recommend vendors...
but I have to say. If your looking for a rebuilt engine I definitly recommend Atkins from experience. The 12-A I purchased from him has been repeatedly dogged daily for 2+ years at least 35k on it ....and when he recommends the turbo trans go ahead and get it while you have the money, as my trans is slowly dying .....

Parts I Need Badly !!! Help and Advice is very much appreciated!!

(SUSPENSION) Front Struts or coil over kit ,someone had aftermarket Lower Control Arms at one time but I cant remember who, they were supposed to correct some alignment problems and be stronger than stock!!
Rear Shocks probably going back stock. I think it squats and grabs better from redlight to redlight with stock shocks.
Watts Link bushing kit.

If anyone has an old mariah hatch they dont want or need Im looking for one too

Parts I will need in the next 2 years.

??? Rear Swaybar for 80 model or sway bar kit with mounting instructions
Im not sure if the 80 models came with swaybars on the rear or not I cant remember.

(ENGINE)

Turbo I need a cheap replacement turbo for my old dying RayJay turbo that came with the old Bea/Bae Turbo kit, If someone has experience with this turbo kit Im all ears!!!I need a direct replacement

Center Caps I cant find mine since the machine shop where I used to work closed. Old stock rims here peeps!

Currently saving for a 4 rotor engine w/turbo, wanting someone who's trustworthy (will get recommendations from older/other members) to do the build and install when I finish getting the money up.

Thnx Dan, for introducing me to this site!!

Caim · 02-17-2009, 09:07 PM

Well welcome man.

StumpDrummer · 02-17-2009, 09:16 PM

Thnx Caim hope I can help someone here

Caim · 02-17-2009, 09:16 PM

I am sure that you can... that is what i hope to do as well.

Got any pics of the car. I just joined today as well lol.

StumpDrummer · 02-17-2009, 09:49 PM

I think I just added one to my profile not sure if it took it or not

Caim · 02-17-2009, 09:53 PM

Ill have to check... i just posted mine in the intro.

02-17-2009, 09:06 PM	#1
StumpDrummer Rotary Fan in Training Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 31 Rep Power: 0	Maybe not a Newbie Just wanted to Introduce myself and say a little about my car situation First of all, Im StumpDrummer from Monroe La. I currently have an 80 model 7 with a Dan Atkins special 12-A that I've literally dogged to death!! and it still runs as smooth as when I first purchased it!! Im currently having electrical problems the gas guage pegs out way past full when filled up and the temp guage pegs out as super nova heat off the scale too, the clock keeps perfect time!!lol I am currently de-installing the stereo system that was installed before I purchased the car to see if maybe this will help with the guages I need an old style tach for 1st gen badly as mine flamed out and the one I had to replace it, got crunched its a long story I blame the future Xwife...dont mess with my 7!! I have a rattle feeling through the floor board on the left side of my suspension when I hit small bumps but cant find anything loose when I lift the car, its getting on my nerves bad. The only thing I can think of that I havnt checked is the bottom of the strut cartridge ....I know nothing about suspensions but I am learning...the Hard way. I need tons of help but other forums all seem like they want to make fun of or Flame people instead of helping...I pray this one is different. I usually dont brag about who or what I've purchased or recommend vendors... but I have to say. If your looking for a rebuilt engine I definitly recommend Atkins from experience. The 12-A I purchased from him has been repeatedly dogged daily for 2+ years at least 35k on it ....and when he recommends the turbo trans go ahead and get it while you have the money, as my trans is slowly dying ..... Parts I Need Badly !!! Help and Advice is very much appreciated!! (SUSPENSION) Front Struts or coil over kit ,someone had aftermarket Lower Control Arms at one time but I cant remember who, they were supposed to correct some alignment problems and be stronger than stock!! Rear Shocks probably going back stock. I think it squats and grabs better from redlight to redlight with stock shocks. Watts Link bushing kit. If anyone has an old mariah hatch they dont want or need Im looking for one too Parts I will need in the next 2 years. ??? Rear Swaybar for 80 model or sway bar kit with mounting instructions Im not sure if the 80 models came with swaybars on the rear or not I cant remember. (ENGINE) Turbo I need a cheap replacement turbo for my old dying RayJay turbo that came with the old Bea/Bae Turbo kit, If someone has experience with this turbo kit Im all ears!!!I need a direct replacement Center Caps I cant find mine since the machine shop where I used to work closed. Old stock rims here peeps! Currently saving for a 4 rotor engine w/turbo, wanting someone who's trustworthy (will get recommendations from older/other members) to do the build and install when I finish getting the money up. Thnx Dan, for introducing me to this site!! Last edited by StumpDrummer; 02-17-2009 at 09:51 PM. Reason: forgot to put in original post

02-17-2009, 09:49 PM	#5
StumpDrummer Rotary Fan in Training Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 31 Rep Power: 0	I think I just added one to my profile not sure if it took it or not __________________ How can we possibly know where we are going (as a people ) when we dont even know where we come from!

02-17-2009, 09:07 PM	#2
Caim Rotary Fan in Training Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 93 Rep Power: 17	Well welcome man.

02-17-2009, 09:16 PM	#3
StumpDrummer Rotary Fan in Training Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 31 Rep Power: 0	Thnx Caim hope I can help someone here

02-17-2009, 09:53 PM	#6
Caim Rotary Fan in Training Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 93 Rep Power: 17	Ill have to check... i just posted mine in the intro.