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Discussion in 'Inquiries' started by HotRodRivi, Apr 1, 2017.

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  1. HotRodRivi

    HotRodRivi Tomahawks sighted overseas

    Is TA ever going to make a kit for the 455. Pullys and brackets idler and tensioner . Or are there too many diferances between makes to keep it simple.?
     
    HotRodRivi, Apr 1, 2017
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  2. hugger

    hugger Well-Known Member

    Kit is available from March, no need for TA to make something that is readily available, matter of fact a setup was in the classifieds recently
     
    hugger, Apr 1, 2017
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  3. Storm1

    Storm1 Silver Level contributor

    I don't see any listed at March for the Buick 350. TA could always make some for us guys!
     
    Storm1, Apr 2, 2017
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  4. hugger

    hugger Well-Known Member

    Buick V6 setup fits the 350
     
    hugger, Apr 2, 2017
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  5. HotRodRivi

    HotRodRivi Tomahawks sighted overseas

    i was thinking March was a bit on the expensive side. I would think that TA would be able to do it better . March dosent specialize in Buick. Even a Couple K belts would be nice. Is it easier to do it with electric fans, or does it matter?
     
    HotRodRivi, Apr 2, 2017
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  6. Storm1

    Storm1 Silver Level contributor

    Didn't know that, Thanks!
     
    Storm1, Apr 3, 2017
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  7. hugger

    hugger Well-Known Member

    The GN setup can be adapted to work on the big block too, haven't done one myself but seen several on BBB's
     
    hugger, Apr 3, 2017
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  8. Hotrodgss1

    Hotrodgss1 Aiming High!

    I fabricated my own using a 1991 Suburban 350 setup with a few small mods. Here's what it looked like when I was mocking it up...

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    Hotrodgss1, Apr 22, 2017
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  9. Hotrodgss1

    Hotrodgss1 Aiming High!

    And here it is mounted in the car...

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    Hotrodgss1, Apr 22, 2017
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  10. redsixty9

    redsixty9 Platinum Level Contributor

    Nice option I like the stock look. I've been kicking around going to a serpentine setup. I don't care for the March setup. I just think the styling of the top bracket is too much for my liking.
     
    redsixty9, Apr 23, 2017
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  11. Ryans-GSX

    Ryans-GSX Have fun, life is short.

    What year is best to find for doing a 350 ? I want to clean up my engine bay and thinking hard about vintage air as my car is s non air car.
     
    Ryans-GSX, Apr 23, 2017
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  12. Hotrodgss1

    Hotrodgss1 Aiming High!

    The '86 & '87 Grand National setups bolt right up (some shimming may be required). The only potential drawback is that you can't use a mechanical fuel pump.

    Check it out at the following link... http://www.v8buick.com/index.php?threads/serpine-belt-systems-for-455.55804/page-7
     
    Hotrodgss1, Apr 23, 2017
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  13. HotRodRivi

    HotRodRivi Tomahawks sighted overseas

    will either work without the air conditioner? The suburban set up would be more avaible at your junk yard. That looks very nice and good fit Hotrodgss1
     
    HotRodRivi, Apr 23, 2017
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  14. Hotrodgss1

    Hotrodgss1 Aiming High!

    Thanks! The air conditioner should work when using the 86 or 87 grand national set up. You can use it without the air conditioner compressor but you'll have to either find an AC delete idler bracket/pulley or fabricate your own.
     
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    Hotrodgss1, Apr 24, 2017
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  15. HotRodRivi

    HotRodRivi Tomahawks sighted overseas

    You think a shorter belt would work or does it need that loop
     
    HotRodRivi, Apr 24, 2017
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  16. Hotrodgss1

    Hotrodgss1 Aiming High!

    You can go with a shorter belt, but you may not have sufficient pulley wrap on the crank pulley, especially at WOT. As long as you're not romping on it too much, I think it'll be fine.
     
    Hotrodgss1, Apr 25, 2017
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  17. Robsbuick

    Robsbuick Precision Billet Inc.

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    Robsbuick, Apr 25, 2017
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  18. Hotrodgss1

    Hotrodgss1 Aiming High!

    Rob,

    Your design has always impressed me!

    How much do they go for now?

    Leo
     
    Hotrodgss1, Apr 25, 2017
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  19. HotRodRivi

    HotRodRivi Tomahawks sighted overseas


    That's it , I plan on romping on it all the time. Whenever I drive it , anyware , it seems my foot has to hit floor at least ounce.
     
    HotRodRivi, Apr 26, 2017
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  20. HotRodRivi

    HotRodRivi Tomahawks sighted overseas

    Now that's parts porn Rob , probably 2,500 for everything around about
     
    HotRodRivi, Apr 26, 2017
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