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Lack of power until 3rd gear.

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Old Sep 23, 2007 | 06:40 AM
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Thumbs down Lack of power until 3rd gear.

so i am trying to figure out why my 81 gsl doesnt get up and go until third gear lol
i dont know allot about cars .. i do know that i have to replace the shutter valve and replace my exhuast system... any one with more exp recommend a good exhaust system?
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Old Sep 23, 2007 | 09:59 AM
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racing beat. some do custom but for you racing beat you can buy a hole system..... also read faqs buddy it will give you some insite on the motor
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Old Sep 23, 2007 | 11:32 AM
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Hit all of the typical tuneup items, then see how she feels.
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Old Sep 23, 2007 | 12:47 PM
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It's the exhaust. Change it first and try again. RB dual or single system. They both work well.
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Old Sep 23, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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Ah, I misread that. I thought he said he had already changed it out...
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Old Sep 26, 2007 | 06:00 AM
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Talking hi

thanks every one i just bought a complete exhuast from black dragon automotive... hope that comes with instructions hahaha
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Old Sep 26, 2007 | 11:45 AM
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Oh, good luck with that.
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Old Sep 26, 2007 | 06:03 PM
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lol i just drive 20 miles to black dragon. their exhasut price is decent but gaskets they **** you with the prices
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