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General Technical Related Information
- The Technical Article section on the Monte Email List web site
- Technical Article section of GN/T-Type organization site
- The Technical Article Lynx section on Ray Buck's web site
- 'Horsepower & Torque - A Primer' on G-Speed.com
- Filter Part Numbers on Mike Donovan's web site.
- How to get the FREE Restoration Package from GM on Mike Donovan's web site.
- "Under the Hood: Automotive Mechanics 101", a website which focuses on educating others about the workings of the modern day car. From novices to professional auto repairmen.
- Automotive Repair Subjects on Misterfixit.com.
- Search for Technical Service Bulletins for your car on the NHTSA web site.
- Tips on how to store your car in the winter. on Buicks.net
- Engine Calculators / Math
- Useful Automotive Calculators on the Bowling & Grippo web site.
- Useful Formulas on the SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
- Useful Formulas on the SmokemUp.com site
- AN to SAE Thread Size Conversion on the SmokemUp.com site
Engine Related Information
- How to Retrieve ECM Trouble Codes when your "Service Engine Soon" light comes on by Paul Carreiro.
- Engine Tech section of SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
- Small Block Chevy history / specs section of SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
- Improved Engine Bay Lighting by Paul Carreiro. Dramatically improves (4 times) engine bay lighting.
- Used Spark Plug Firing End Analysis by Champion on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Using GM's Top Engine Cleaner on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Article on Detonation by FelPro gasket company on Mr. Fixit's web site.
- Air Flow & The Internal Combustion Engine lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- The Combustion Process lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- Engine Basics at the FamilyCar.com site.
- Differences between the L69 (SS) and LG4 (Non-SS) 305 Engines on Ray Buck's Chevy Assylum Site.
- Parts Integration for Power lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- Combustion Patterns, The Telltale Signs of Power...or the Lack Thereof lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- You can't tune a summer breeze lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- Fuel & Engine Bible on Chris Longhurst's site
- Early belt failure could indicate pulley incompatability on the Gates web site.
- Engine Build-ups
- Emissions Legal Build Up of L69 305ci engine on the SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
I've used this as a template for all of my upgrades.- LS1 Engine Swap into an SS. Very detailed write-up by John Bzdel.
- Chevy Thunder Website dedicated to 85-92 TPI Conversions.
- CA Emissions 'Legal' 383 Build Up on the Monte Email List web site by George Dumpit.
- 290HP Emissions 'Legal' 305 on the HiOutput.com web site.
- 343HP 305ci Buildup on the HiOutput.com web site.
- 400HP 305ci Buildup on the HiOutput.com web site.
- 350 Swap questions and answers by Craig McCormick on Steve Parker's SS Thunder site. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
- TPI Swap instructions on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Belts
- Belt Tightening Tips on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Troubleshooting V-ribbed Belt Noise on the Gates web site.
- Heads / Porting
- Cylinder Heads & Power lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- Blow a Headgasket? on Mr. Fixit's web site.
- Do-It-Yourself Head Porting on the Standard Abrasives web site.
- Do-It-Yourself Block Preparation on the Standard Abrasives web site.
- Cam & Valve Train
- How to set Valve Lash on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Replacing Valve Seals on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Reasons and Causes for Cam Shaft Failure on Crane Cam's web site.
- Valve Spring FAQ on Crane Cam's web site.
- Hydraulic Lifter FAQ on Crane Cam's web site.
- Mechanical Lifter FAQ on Crane Cam's web site.
- Cam & Valve Train FAQ on Crane Cam's web site.
- Camshaft Files for Desktop Dyno 2000 on the SmokemUp.com web site.
- Oil System
- Engine Oil Bible on Chris Longhurst's site.
- Engine Oil Additives on Chris Longhurst's site.
- Motor Oil FAQ by Ed Hackett on Off-Road.com
- Everything you ever wanted to know about Motor Oil
- Engine Oil Filter Comparison Study by Russ Knize. Very enlightening.
- Engine Oil Filter Overview by Russ Knize. Very enlightening.
- Aftermarket Oil Pressure Sender on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Engine Identification / Information
- Small Block Chevy Casting Number Locations on the MorTec site
- Small Block Chevy Block and Head Casting Numbers on the MorTec site
- Small Block Chevy Crank Casting Numbers on the MorTec site
- Small Block Chevy Bore and Stroke List on the MorTec site
- Decoding Small Block Chevy Block Numbers on Ray Buck's Chevy Asylum Site
Performance Improvement Information
- Great compilation of information on increasing performance on Ray Buck's web site.
- Parts Integration for Power lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- Performance Tuning with a Vacuum Gauge on classic-cars-online.co.uk web site.
Drivetrain Related Information
- Drive Train Tech section of SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
- "The Drive Train Page"
- Transmission Techncial Articles on the Turbo Buick Web Site. Many good articles here. Since they use the same transmission as the SS.. this info applies.
- Posi-FAQ on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Transmission Identification by Pan Shape on the Monte Email List web site by Charles Brooks.
- Transmission Fluid / Filter Service on the Turbo Buick Web Site.
- TH200-4R Clutch Apply diagram on the Monte Email List Web Site.
- TH200-4R Transmission Shift chart on the Turbo Buick Web Site.
- TH200-4R Write-up on the DRW Transmissions Web Site.
- TH200-4R Information compiled on Bill Belsher's web site.
- TH200-4R Technical Service Bulletins on the Turbo Buick Web Site.
- Differential Identification Charts on Nationwideparts.com
- Driveline Geometry 101 on the ClassicTruckShop.com site.
- Telling the difference between 7.5" and 8.5" Rear Ends on Dorian Yeager's web site.
- Speedometer Gear Calculator on the Bowling & Grippo web site. (Use 1000 for speedo RPM)
- RPM Calculator on "The Drive Train Page".
- Transmission Basics at the FamilyCar.com site.
- Automatic Transmission Course at the Integrated Publishing site.
- Automotive Clutches, Transmissions and Transaxles Course at the Integrated Publishing site.
- Drivelines, Differentials, Drive Axles and Power Train Accessories Course at the Integrated Publishing site.
- The Watson's Guide to Happy Rear Ends on Ray Buck's Chevy Asylum Site.
- TH700-R4 Information on the SmokeEmUp.com website
- Transmission Bible on Chris Longhurst's site
- Geneal GM Transmission Installation Guide on the Art Carr web site. (PDF File)
- Speedometer Gear Calculator on the TCI web site.
- Automatic Transmisson Fluid Capacities on the TCI web site.
- Cooler Line Information on the TCI web site.
- Transmission Dimensions on the TCI web site.
- Torque Converter
- Torque Converters Explained on the TCI web site.
- Lock-Up Torque Converter Tutorial on "The Drive Train Page".
- Torque Converter Clutch Application Tutorial on "The Drive Train Page".
- Torque Converter Basics on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Torque Converter Terminology on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Replace TCC Solenoid instructions for the TH-200-4R by Paul Carreiro. Common Problem in SSs. Winner, 1999 M.A.S.S. Technical Article Contest
- Replace TCC Solenoid on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Controlling the Locking Converter on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Wire your TH200-4R to only lock-up in 4th gear on Ray Buck's web site.
- Throttle Valve Cable (TVC)
- Throttle Valve Cable System 101, the best write-up you'll find on the TVC. Provided by Bow Tie Overdrives.
- Adjusting the Throttle Valve (TV) Cable on "The Drive Train Page".
- Throttle Valve (TV) Cable Adjustment on Ray Buck's web site.
- Throttle Valve (TV) Cable Adjustment on Turbo Buick web site.
- Manual Transmission Conversion
- Installing a T-5 5 Speed transmission into a 78-88 A/G Body by Marc Hichens.
- Installing a T-5 5 Speed transmission into the Monte Carlo SS by J. Matthew Daugherty.
- Comparisons, Upgrades and Swaps
- Installing a TH700-R4 into a TH350 equiped Monte on Anthony Steiner's web site.
- TH200-4R Rebuild instructions on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Hi Power vs. Standard TH200-4R by Greg Moore on Mike Donovan's web site.
Suspension & Steering Related Information
- Suspension Tech section of SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
- Removing slop in the Steering Box by J. Matthew Daugherty on the Monte Email List web site.
- Fixing a Loose Tilt Steering Wheel on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Tilt Column Repair on Ray Buck's web site.
- Tilt Column Repair (Detailed) on Fieros.de website
- Very Detailed Tilt Column Repair thread on Fieros.nl forum
- Information: Harbor Freight sells a Steering Wheel Pivot Pin Remover (Part # 43072-0VGA) and a Steering Wheel Remover Set that inclues the Locking Plat Remover (Part # 42031-5VGA)
- Steering and Suspension Mods on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Suspension Mods on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Spring Information on the Monte Email List web site.
- Front Spring Removal / Replacement on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Suspension Tuning on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Understanding Independent Front Suspension on the heidts.com.
- Moog Spring G-Body Charts on the Jeff Davidson's website
- Steering Box Internals on the Jeff Davidson's website
- Bob Morris's Steering Box Information on the Jeff Davidson's website
- Power Steering Pump modifications for the XH steering Box on the Jeff Davidson's website
- Steering Shaft modification using Astro Van U-Joing on the Jeff Davidson's website
- Spring Chart on the GNTType.org web page.
- Wheel Alignment Basics at FamilyCar.com
- Suspension Bible on Chris Longhurst's site.
- MOOG Coil Spring Specifications
Tire & Wheel Related Information
- Tires & Wheels section of SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
- Tires & Wheels section of Mike Donovan's web site.
- Critical Tire & Wheel Measurements for 4th Gen SS rear tire fitment on John Bzdel's site.
- Great Wheel / Tire Size Calculator / Comparer With Graphics by Rims-n-Tires.com
- Tire Size Calculator on PowerDog Industries, Inc web site.
- Tire Size Chart on the Turbo Buick web site. (applies to Monte SS too)
- Article about Burnouts on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Forged Aluminum Wheel Adapters on John Bzdel's web site.
- Speedometer Gear Calculator on the Bowling & Grippo web site. (Use 1000 for speedo RPM)
- How to adjust Speedometer Gears to account for a different transmission / differential / wheel & tire combinations on the Buicks.net web site.
- Adapting Rims on the SPD website.
- Wheel and Tire Bible on Chris Longhurst's site.
- Wheel Lug Nut Torquing on The TireRack site.
- Bolt Pattern on The TireRack site.
- How do you know what fits? on The TireRack site.
- Offset defined on The TireRack site.
Brake Related Information
- Conversion to 12" Brakes on Mike Donovan's web site.
- 1LE 12" Brake Swap Information on George Dumpit's web site.
- Brake Basics at FamilyCar.com
- Brake Bible on Chris Longhurst's site
- Brakes Course at the Integrated Publishing site.
- Great Information at StopTech.com:
- Brake Rotor Warp Myths Dispelled, the real reason your brakes are fluttery.
- Brake Rotor and Pad Bed-In Theory, Definitions and Procedures
- Stock Brake Rotor and Pad Bed-In Process
- Performance Brake Rotor and Pad Bed-In Process
- How to bleed brakes the right way
- Brake Fluid 101
- Brake Terminology Glossary
Body & Frame Information
- Frame Swap on the Monte Email List web site.
- Chassis Stiffening on the Monte Email List web site.
- Automotive Chassis & Body Course at the Integrated Publishing site.
- Aerocoupe Owners: Factory instructions for removing the Aerocoupe back window and gasket. This is a special factory service bulletin. This information is not located in the normal shop manual. These files are in "TIF" image format. Many thanks to Ed "Z16Monte" for providing this information.
Electrical Related Information
- Improved Engine Bay Lighting by Paul Carreiro. Dramatically improves (4 times) engine bay lighting.
- Lighted Rear View Mirror Modification by Paul Carreiro. Dramatically improves interior lighting, especially for SSs with T-Tops!
- Replacing Stock Chip on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Improve Dash Gauge Cluster Illumination by Paul Carreiro. Dramatically improves the dash gauge cluster illumination by upgrading the bulbs to higher brightness lamps, and improves the reflection of light from the lamps onto the gauges.
- Replacing Dash Guage Light Bulbs on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Fuse Guide on Mike Donovan's web site.
- How to Retrieve ECM Trouble Codes when your "Service Engine Soon" light comes on by Paul Carreiro.
- ECM Trouble Codes on Mike Donovan's web site.
- How do Adjust the TPS on Mike Donovan's web site.
- How do Adjust the VSS on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Instrument Cluster Connector Pinout on Ray Buck's web site.
- Temp Sensor Troubleshooting by Bill Main on the Monte Email List web site.
- Installing a Intellitronix Digital Dash write-up.
- GM Alternator Tutorial, a fantastic writeup that covers GM's most common alternator types by Joe Guilbeau
- GM CS Type Alternator service manual on AlternatorParts.com
- Technical Information for mobile electronic installers. An excellent recource for Car Audio, Car Security, Cruise Controls and General Auto Electronics.
- Upgrade to H4 headlight bulbs. Description of the bulb pin-out difference from stock.
- Bulb 101 on the RallyLights.com site
- Description of Automotive Relay circuits on the RallyLights.com site
- Sensible Wiring on the RallyLights.com site
- Bosch Relay Circuit Application Guide from DLC (David Levy Company), Very good information! (large PDF)
- Headlight Upgrade for 3rd Gen Camaro on thirdgen.org (Much applies to 4th Gen Monte Carlos)
- How to make a variable RPM Pill for the Autometer 5340 shift light on Ray Buck's Chevy Asylum site
- Basic Automotive Electricity Course at the Integrated Publishing site.
- Automotive Electrical Circuits and Wiring Course at the Integrated Publishing site.
- Charging system basics at the familycar.com site
- Starter system basics at the familycar.com site
- Wiring Diagrams for the 85 SS on baddss.net
Ignition Related Information
- Ignition system basics at the familycar.com site
Exhaust Related Information
- Edelbrock Tubular Exhaust System (TES) Installation by George Dumpit.
- Edelbrock TES Access Door Modification by George Dumpit.
- Torque Tech 3" Exhaust by George Dumpit.
- Modifying CrossMember for True Dual Exhaust on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Modifying a cross member for true dual exhaust on Anthony Steiner's web site.
- SS Exhaust FAQ on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Exhaust Systems Lecture N2Performance.com web site.
- Muffler Systems Lecture N2Performance.com web site.
- Catalytic Converter Air Pipe Replacement on Mike Donovan's web site.
Air/Fuel Induction & Emissions Related Information
- Goodmark Steel Cowl Hood Custom Air Cleaner Assembly by Paul Carreiro, MonteCarloSS.com
- Edelbrock's Intake Manifold Installation Instructions
- A collection of intake photos on the Monte Carlo Email List web site.
- Choke wiring for Edelbrock AFB Carburetor on Ray Buck's web site.
- Checking for Rich/Lean Condition on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Air/Fuel Monitor using O2 Sensor on the Turbo Buick web site.
- O2 Sensor FAQ on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Adjusting your fuel mixture via your O2 sensor and Digital volt meter. on the ThirdGen.org site.
- Induction Systems Lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- Carburetor Lecture on the N2Performance.com web site.
- Fuel & Engine Bible on Chris Longhurst's site
- Fuel System
- In-line fuel filter and braided fuel line on Ray Buck's web site.
- Gasoline FAQ
- Fuel system basics at the familycar.com site
- Q-Jet Carburetor
- Q-Jet Parts Information by Charles Brooks on the Monte Email List web site.
- Exploded view of E4ME Q-Jet on Dorian Yeager's web site.
- Location of Q-Jet ID on Dorian Yeager's web site.
- Decode your Q-Jet Stamping on Dorian Yeager's web site.
- IDing a Q-Jet on Dorian Yeager's web site.
- Difference between 750 & 800 CFM QJets on Dorian Yeager's web site.
- Q-Jet Primary Metering Rods on Dorian Yeager's web site.
- Q-Jet Secondary Metering Rods on the HiOutput.com web site.
- Q-Jet Secondary Metering Rods on the ThirdGen.org web site compiled by Dorian Yeager.
- Adjusting Q-Jet Carburetor Idle on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Tools for working on the Q-Jet Carburetor on Ray Buck's web site.
- Tuning the CCC Q-JET Carburetor for Performance on the Third Gen F-Body site.
- Q-JET Air Valve Tuning Tip on Andy's site.
- Emissions Control Devices
- Emission Information by State on the EngineSwaps.com site.
- EGR Valve on the Mr. Fixit's site.
- EGR Discussion, SES Code 53 by Paul Carreiro on the Monte Email List web site.
- Temp Sensor Troubleshooting by Bill Main on the Monte Email List web site.
- PCV System on the Mr. Fixit's site.
- A description of 'Blow-by' on the Mr. Fixit's site.
- Emissions System basics on the familycar.com site
- Emissions Legal Build Up of L69 305ci engine on the SS Thunder site by Steve Parker. Note: Steve's site has been temporarilly recreated here on MonteCarloSS.com since his original site disappeared. We're currently trying to find Steve to determine his future intentions for the site.
I've used this as a template for all of my upgrades.- CA Emissions 'Legal' 383 Build Up on the Monte Email List web site by George Dumpit.
Interior Related Information
- Lighted Rear View Mirror Modification by Paul Carreiro. Dramatically improves interior lighting, especially for SSs with T-Tops!
- Adjust the Bucket Seat Back Position
- Interior Reupholstery Project by GregK
- Windows
- Window Adjustment Procedure on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Revving up your Power Windows on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Headliner
- Headliner Tips on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Re-Doing a Headliner on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Dash / Guages
- Improve Dash Gauge Cluster Illumination by Paul Carreiro. Dramatically improves the dash gauge cluster illumination by upgrading the bulbs to higher brightness lamps, and improves the reflection of light from the lamps onto the gauges.
- Replacing Dash Guage Light Bulbs on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Factory Speedometer Removal on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Custom Guages on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Instrument Cluster Connector Pinout on Ray Buck's web site.
- Temp Sensor Troubleshooting by Bill Main on the Monte Email List web site.
- Speedometer Gear Calculator on the Bowling & Grippo web site. (Use 1000 for speedo RPM)
- Steering Wheel / Column
- Fixing a Loose Tilt Steering Wheel on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Fixing a Loose Steering Wheel on Mike Donovan's web site.
- Tilt Column Repair on Ray Buck's web site.
- Tilt Column Repair (Detailed) on Fieros.de website
- Very Detailed Tilt Column Repair thread on Fieros.nl forum
- Information: Harbor Freight sells a Steering Wheel Pivot Pin Remover (Part # 43072-0VGA) and a Steering Wheel Remover Set that inclues the Locking Plat Remover (Part # 42031-5VGA)
Exterior Related Information
- Windshield Wiper Park adjustment on the Turbo Buick web site.
- Paint Touch-Up Tips on the Turbo Buick web site.
Cooling System
- Detecting a bad radiator hose on the Gates web site.
- Radiator Hose Troubleshooting and Repair on the Gates web site.
- Causes for Hose Failure on the Gates web site.
- Replacement tips for small molded coolant hoses on the Gates web site.
- How to replace your thermistat on Mr. Fixit's web site.
- Blow Headgasket? on Mr. Fixit's web site.
- Temp Sensor Troubleshooting by Bill Main on the Monte Email List web site.
- Cooling System Troubleshooting on the EngineSwaps.com site.
- Cooling System Basics on the FamilyCar.com site.
Air Conditioning & Heater Related Information
- Air Conditioning 101 on the Turbo Buick web site.
- R134a Referigerant Retrofit on the Turbo Buick web site.
- GHG R406a, an alternative refrigerant substitute.
- Heater Core Replacement on Ray Buck's web site.
- Heater Core Replacement on the Turbo Buick web site.
- AirConditioning.com, Auto Air Conditioning information server.
- Dash Vent Fix on the Monte Carlo Email List website
- Air Conditioning Basics at the FamilyCar.com site.
General Tool, Material & Troubleshooting Information
- Welder Information on the Team Chevelle web site.
- Volt/Ohm Meter Information on the Team Chevelle web site.
- Electrical Connection Information on the Team Chevelle web site.
- Tubing and Related Tool Information on the Team Chevelle web site.
- Miscellaneous Tool Information on the Team Chevelle web site.
- Paint & Primer Information on the Team Chevelle web site.
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