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Hey people, I know about MTS, Cad Company and Potter but are there anymore? Also, I can't find Potters web site any more. Do any of you know it? Thanks, Josh...
bigbraxx
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Feb 7, 2002
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http://www.cadillacperfpts.com thats all there is except for regular parts places . ... From: "bigbraxx" <braxx@...> To:...
Scott Hatch
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Feb 7, 2002
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Sorry guys, I want to build a big motored light drag car to run 11 flat in the quarter. I planned on running a 500 cadillac, but there just aren't any running...
bigbraxx
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Feb 15, 2002
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go for the 460 if they're plentiful and cheap and 500's are hard to come by. they're pretty darn comparable if you ask me - a great engine. i almost went for...
pipejw02
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Feb 16, 2002
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Greetings, fellow big cubed members. Bought a very clean "garage queen," red 1972 Eldorado convertible with white leather last Fall. I'm very proud to be the...
dvchevalier
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Feb 16, 2002
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I would go with the 460 also. One of the reasons I like the 472/500 is because there are so many of them out here. There are actually alot of 429/460s here too...
sctur601
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Feb 16, 2002
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Hi, I think you will want to replace the timing chain SOON and if you have the tools the valve seals should be replaced too. Other than this there isnt...
sctur601
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Feb 16, 2002
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Josh, Maybe you can have your cake and eat it, too. Bore the 460 .060" (it should handle it, no problem). Offset grind the crank to a 2.25" journal size. Get...
JASON GREEN
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Feb 16, 2002
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As was already mentioned, the timing chain is a MUST! Unless you know that it has been changed before, you had better make it a priority. Valve seals are also...
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tremorj10
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Feb 17, 2002
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See, that's exactly what I'm talking about. If I could come accross a Caddy like that I'd do it. I guess being up here in Michigan there were just more Lincoln...
bigbraxx
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Feb 19, 2002
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One of the common strokers is to use a 6.7" or 6.8" Chevy rod on an offset ground ford crank. The I can get Eagle H beams for $379 and trw Forged pistons for...
bigbraxx
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Feb 19, 2002
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New guy here. I need an aluminum 4 bbl intake for the 472? What is the deal with the 460 Ford fitting the 472 Cad. Does it require any mods? Seems like I...
texast100
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Feb 28, 2002
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Check out this site and give your opinions please. http://www.hotrocker.com/index.html This thing would be killer, if it works. John...
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Mar 6, 2002
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That rocker system sure is interesting. I'd love to see some real world results. Rest assured that a Cadillac application will not be coming soon. I may call...
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tremorj10
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Mar 6, 2002
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... world ... coming soon. ... Hi Joe, Well for a grand I think I'll let some one else take the lead on this one. The one thing that bothers me is that with...
gassercoupe
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Mar 6, 2002
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... is ... any ... Hi Ted, Yes you can, but you will need adapter plates. Find them at: http://www.pricemotorsport.com/index.html Then you can get just as...
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Mar 6, 2002
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Ted, Edelbrock makes an aluminum intake for the Caddy. It's about $280.00 and is available from MTS (262)740-1118...
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tremorj10
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Mar 6, 2002
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Greetings, fellow Big Cube followers. I have a 72' Eldo convertible with 91,000 original miles on her. Refurbishing her to show quality, but ... I am...
dvchevalier
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Mar 8, 2002
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YUP, I should really, REALLY look before I start smackin' keys. Didn't see your reply before I posted asking for help again. I shall get on the timing chain...
dvchevalier
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Mar 8, 2002
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Geez, I should really look before I key. Didn't see your reply before I posted asking for help again. I shall get on the timing chain and gears, and valve...
dvchevalier
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Mar 8, 2002
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Hello All, I'm getting some 3/3" header flanges cut. If anyone wants a set, let me know. Cost will depend on how many pairs I get cut. Should be $30-$40 a...
larouchedem
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Mar 17, 2002
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Over 690 members @ http://www.cadillac.rocks.it...
lmmax97
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Apr 22, 2002
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I'm about to get three 500s for free(ha, beat that for a good deal! :- D ) Problem is, none of em have a tranny. I want to use an auto, since I won't have to...
_4x4GUY_
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May 17, 2002
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Found a tranny....a pontiac TH400 - also for free......thanks for the help anyway...
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May 18, 2002
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May 31, 2002
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Year- 1972 Engine- 8.2Liter / 500 ci Make/Model - Cadillac Eldorado 2DR Convertible Color - Brown body / Lt. Brown interior (pics available) Price - $2200 OBO...
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Jul 23, 2002
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Looks like a cool group. Check out this group too: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Cadilac_Performance_Association It it not limited to Big Caddys, but that's...
yvette_fan25
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Aug 8, 2002
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Sorry, I posted an ad for another group before I realized it was competition. If I had looked at the posted messages first, I would not have done that. I've...
yvette_fan25
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Aug 8, 2002
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Need a little help from my friends. Can any one point me to resources where I can find a reputable engine rebuilder to go over the 500 c.i. in my 1972 Eldo...
Most everyone calls m...
dvchevalier
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Oct 4, 2002
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You can get info at the Cadillac LaSalle club website and at www.500cid.com. Ted __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Faith Hill...
TED MILLER
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