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Does anyone by chance have a picture of the plastic cover that fits over the lock mechanism. I've removed both of mine while replacing window regulators and now I can't remember how they go back in...doh Also, do the door panels have to come off to install new door weatherstripping? My door...

Hey Guys, I've been reworking the inner parts of my 1981 doors the last couple of weeks. Drivers side done with no problems, new lock actuators, new regulator and window motors. Locks and unlocks with no problems. Passenger side door was going fine, lock actuator in, new window regulator and...

Hello all, On the right side door at the top front near the windsheild post, my weatherstripping is completely rotted away and I have some major rust damage. I've formed a new piece of steel to weld into place there. Is there anything I should know or do before trying to weld this piece into...

Thanks gmjunkie, I'll check it. This would be the temp sensor up on top of the intake rather than the one on the drivers side of the block, correct?

Took my 81 out for a ride today. No check engine light since replacing the ECM (about 6 months ago), everything's been fine. About a minute into the ride the CEL comes on but for only about 30 seconds and then goes off. Ride around about 20 miles and then back home. CEL never comes back on...

Question Do you have to remove the window to change out the door handle? Jeff

Good news, took off the right side door panel and the rod going through the armrest was still there. I just couldn't see it. so at least I know where and how it hooks up.

pictures Thanks guys, Here are some pictures I took. I'm not sure what the silver bracket is at the lower left side of the door. I checked the right side door and the push/pull locking rod is missing on it as well. Jeff

Hello all, The car is running great after the engine swap, rebuild on the trans and new front suspension parts. ECM still working and no Check Engine Light :) But now, drivers side window won't come down, door lock have never worked (since I've owned the car), but with this heat...I need to...

Update Well, picked up the car from the shop on Monday. It runs great!:happyanim: Engine swap went well, with no major issues. Had to use my original oil pan on new motor, the pan on the crate engine wouldn't fit into place. But other than that things went pretty well. No, check engine...

Yes! I am very interested. Please post any more information about building and locating. I've ordered my new engine, GM Performance 350/290 hp, planning on using my original intake, carb and dist. Computer seems to be working fine right now and I would rather keep it as long as its still...

Almost there... Okay, I've pretty much decided to go with a GM Performance Crate engine. There are three I'm looking at...the basic 195hp, the 260hp and the 290hp. I'm leaning toward the 290hp engine. Question: Summit says, everything will work fine with it...carb, dist., intake and ECM...

Tommy, Were you happy with your decision to replace rather than rebuild? Did you keep the original carb, dist, computer?

Hey guys, Well after finally getting the Check Engine Light off and the computer working properly, it looks like I might need a rebuild. Started driving a little more than I have been and noticed a pretty significant knock. I thought it might be timing related but my timing is right on. It's...

Haha, yes! Thank you too geekinavette! This forum is really an incredible resource, especially for novices like myself. And yes, "sigh of relief" and I was doing the happy dance in my garage as well!