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1978 and 1982 differences???
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Racer
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1978 and 1982 differences???
My Alldata program only goes back to 1982, I know 78-82 are basically the same. I've got a 78, what are the main differences from a 1978 to 1982?
Should all wiring/vacuum diagrams be the same? I don't care about the motor and trans, because I don't have the originals (in the car). Any MAJOR differences?
Should all wiring/vacuum diagrams be the same? I don't care about the motor and trans, because I don't have the originals (in the car). Any MAJOR differences?
Burning Brakes
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From: If your not the lead dog the view never changes Boise, Id
I believe the nose and rear are different and in 82 they put in a crossfire injection and a little computor to run it, some 82 (the SE) the rear window was a hatch to ease access to the rear compartment
Le Mans Master
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My Alldata program only goes back to 1982, I know 78-82 are basically the same. I've got a 78, what are the main differences from a 1978 to 1982?
Should all wiring/vacuum diagrams be the same? I don't care about the motor and trans, because I don't have the originals (in the car). Any MAJOR differences?
Should all wiring/vacuum diagrams be the same? I don't care about the motor and trans, because I don't have the originals (in the car). Any MAJOR differences?
Must weight saving efforts were made that can be seen with rear crossmember (alloy), rear monoleaf spring (non FE7), differential carrier.
Heavy looking nose with spoiler rearend.
More convenience options as base equipment like windows door locks, courtesy lights.
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St. Jude Donor '07
78 Pace Cars and all 79-82 models got improved seats. California '80s had the Rochester E4ME computer-controlled carburetor, as did all '81s. '82 got the Cross-Fire injection system. '80-'82 had redesigned front and rear bumper covers. No manual transmissions were available in '82. The '82 CE had an opening rear hatch. '81s with the digital radio and all '82s had an oil temperature gauge instead of the clock.
Drifting
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80-82's got lighter duty driveline parts from the front universal back as well. Not that they are made out of glass or anything, but something to consider if you are a weekend warrior, or want to show off at every stop light.
Melting Slicks
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Starting in 1980 the differential went from the 'iron' case to the Dana 36 or 44 if an L-82. The Dana 44 is definately the stronger unit, but drag racers prefer the old 'iron' unit. The old iron differential and Dana units do not interchange without extensive modifications. If you have an 80 up car you are racing, the Dana 44 would be the preferred unit.
In 82 the rear hatch glass was only offered in the CE model. The 82 model came with the 700R4 OD transmission. The other differences are already mentioned.
In 82 the rear hatch glass was only offered in the CE model. The 82 model came with the 700R4 OD transmission. The other differences are already mentioned.
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From: FL
My Alldata program only goes back to 1982, I know 78-82 are basically the same. I've got a 78, what are the main differences from a 1978 to 1982?
Should all wiring/vacuum diagrams be the same? I don't care about the motor and trans, because I don't have the originals (in the car). Any MAJOR differences?
Should all wiring/vacuum diagrams be the same? I don't care about the motor and trans, because I don't have the originals (in the car). Any MAJOR differences?
The rest of the car is pretty much the same.
Le Mans Master
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Wiring other than the engine will be similar, but the fuse box bulkhead arrangement will not be the same. As mentioned, the rear axle and suspension are different. Can't you get the Alldata info for like $20 a car?
Team Owner
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St. Jude Donor '07
Team Owner
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St. Jude Donor '07
Starting in 1980 the differential went from the 'iron' case to the Dana 36 or 44 if an L-82. The Dana 44 is definately the stronger unit, but drag racers prefer the old 'iron' unit. The old iron differential and Dana units do not interchange without extensive modifications. If you have an 80 up car you are racing, the Dana 44 would be the preferred unit.
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Team Owner
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St. Jude Donor '07
The aluminum D44, unless it's set up just right, is known for not holding up. The earlier cast iron differential can be installed on the aluminum batwing, but I don't know the details. I think Van Steel might have been posting about it a few weeks back.
Melting Slicks
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78 Pace Cars and all 79-82 models got improved seats. California '80s had the Rochester E4ME computer-controlled carburetor, as did all '81s. '82 got the Cross-Fire injection system. '80-'82 had redesigned front and rear bumper covers. No manual transmissions were available in '82. The '82 CE had an opening rear hatch. '81s with the digital radio and all '82s had an oil temperature gauge instead of the clock.
It's not a CE. Just curious, no offence intended.