T-Rat Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual 1

Ignition & Timing
The car is running a points distributor with gap set at .018" or set 30 degrees dwell.
Ignition timing 12 degrees BTDC with vacuum hose disconnected and vacuum is spark
port.

Switches
The toggle switch on the far right side of the instrument panel (see Picture 1-A) is the
Fan Switch that turns the electric fan on and off. This switch is totally manual, so
don't forget to turn it on and off.

The toggle switch on the left side of the Fan Switch (see Picture 1-B) is the Hi-Beam
Switch.

The 3-way toggle switch on the transmission panel (see Picture 1-E) is the Turn Signal
Switch. This switch must be manually turned off and it is independent of power from
the ignition switch (can be turned on without the key).

Quick Release Steering Wheel & Grab Handle
A quick release steering wheel is used to make getting in and out of the car easier.
Remove the wheel by pressing in the Release Button (see Picture 1-J) and pulling the
wheel off of its hex mount. Step into the car and grip the Grab Handle (see Picture 1-K)
to help lower yourself down into the seat. Replace the wheel by pressing in the Release
Button and aligning the hex mount. Make certain the wheel is locked in place.

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Picture 1

A. Fan Switch
B. Hi-Beam Switch
E
C. Light Switch
D. Ignition
E. Turn Signal Switch
F. Horn Button
G. Oil Pressure
H. Amperage
I. Temperature
J. Quick Release Hub Button
K. Driver Grab Handle
L. Passenger Grab Handle
M. Wiper Motor Switrch
N. Choke

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Emergency Brake

A

Picture 2: To engage the emergency brake (see 'A') , depress the brake pedal firmly and then
press the E-Brake Palm Button down. Brake pressure will remain on the rear brakes. To
disengage the emergency brake, depress and release the brake pedal.

A. E-Brake Palm Button

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Master Brake Cylinder

Picture 3: To gain access to the brake master cylinder, remove
the screws from the aluminum floor panel.

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Fuse Panel

Picture 4: Fuse box location is shown above. Reach hand under dash and over wiring platform
and feel for the fuses. For fuse location and identification refer to top fuse diagram.

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Lexan Windshield
Clear LEXAN MR10 sheet combines the impact strength of LEXAN with an improved
MARGARD II surface coating on both sides to offer the most UV/abrasion-resistant
material available today. This combination of properties helps ensure “like new” appear-
ance for many years to come.

Features of Lexan MR-10 Sheet:
• Virtually unbreakable
• Stands up to everyday cleaning and wear without marring or hazing
• Extended outdoor service life, resists yellowing
• Glossy surface finish on both sides

Cleaning MR10 Lexan® Sheet
Clean and wipe with soft cloth and Formula 409. Then wipe with a Micro Fiber cloth. Do
not use Windex and paper towels.

Paint
Paint is enamel Rustoleum, available anywhere in small can, quart can, and spray can.
For touch up use small paint brush. Paint can also be shot with spray gun with 30%
acetone mix.
• Gloss Black (frame & suspension)
• Black Satin (body)

Aluminum
To clean, use Formula 409 and/or fine Scotchbrite pad.

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Specifications
Engine: Rebuilt 350 cid, 260 HP, hydraulic flat tappet cam
Transmission: Rebuilt Turbo 350
Rear Axle: Chevy S-10, 3.73:1 ratio (1988)
Front Brakes: 11" rotor, 67-77 Camaro (F body) caliper
Distributor: Distributor has been recurved to provide additional performance.
Any cap/rotor/points/condenser from the late 1960's to early 1970's
will work.
Alternator Belt: Goodyear 13411 Gatorback or equivalent
Spark Plugs: Gap .035, Autolight XP24, AC Delco R45TS or equivalent
Ignition: Points & Condenser - TRU-TECH DR3575CT,
Cap - TRU-TECH DR429T, Rotor - AIR TEX 4R1063,
Coil - TRU-TECH UC12T, Plug Wires - OMNI-SPARK 9175

Fuel: Regular unleaded
Engine Oil: 10W40 up to 85 degrees 20W50 over 85 degrees
NOTE: Must use ZINC additive every oil change
Tire Pressure: 26 - 28 psi front and rear
Transmission Fluid: Type F transmission fluid
Rear Axle: 80-90 weight gear lube
Grease Fittings: King pins and brake pedal shaft
(under side of car)
Axle Ratio: 3.73:1 S-10 Chevy pickup
Zinc Additive
Master Cylinder: C2 (1967) Corvette non-power brakes
Steering Gear: 1968 Volkswagon Beetle
Front End Alignment: 7 degrees caster; 0 degrees camber; 1/16" toe-in
(only toe is adjustable)
Radiator: 1966 Mustang 3-row

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