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Hey CD, sounds like a nice engine you've built up there what trans are you running behind it ? just the factory 700r4 or something a bit more tougher? just curious
Wow im still drooling from the specs on that 400 build! Solid roller cam now thats not holding back!
13.3 from the 305's pretty good whats your experience been like with nitrous? Like cost vs hassel is it worth doing etc? Im thinking about small blower or nos myself
The 400 did cost a bit but you don't live forever. The nitrous is a great option if you are careful. I just used a second hand Cheater kit and jetted the fuel down a bit (the recommended jets are very rich). I had a full throttle switch so I could pedal the car without worry. Nitrous is getting expensive now though, in the end I think a blower would be the answer.
Hey CD, sounds like a nice engine you've built up there what trans are you running behind it ? just the factory 700r4 or something a bit more tougher? just curious
I got the 700R4 rebuilt at Aceomatic in Stanmore Road, they used stronger parts, corvette servo and the Transgo shift kit, it cost quite a bit but I'm hoping it will hold up. I'm not confident about the rear end though, I don't think it will last long.
Hi CD. Sounds like a serious engine You got there Bud. Hey Everyone. All good down here in Taranaki. Got a warrant 3 days ago for my 85 i call "The Cruiser". Debating on whether to put my T56 in or just leave it Auto. It's great to jump in the Cruiser & not have to worry about changing gears. Cheers Ppl.
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Hmmm. got my Toyota up for sale Bro. When i've sold it i'll def make my mind up. I'll keep You & the guys posted Nats. If i fit the T56, i'll do what online 170 did, take pics of his progression & a statement by each pic.
Just out of Curiosity there fellow Kiw's. Did You's see the LS 350 engine for sale on TradeMe?. Ppl i have one of these in my Corvette, & they go real hard. The engine on TradeMe looks like it had been converted to Carb & pulls 6500RPM. @ $5000, i thought that was pretty good.
I'm a lazy fella Loop lol. @ 48yrs old i must be slowing down, so yes, have/still considering the auto option.
Yeah me 50 this year
I think the choice has more to do with what your final use for the vehicle is going to be,
Road race/general sports car duties I would say the t56 is the one to use.
If, like me you have a bit of drag racing in your future then my thoughts would be get the auto.
Correct me if I am wrong but in the time you spend clutching and changing gear with a manual wouldn't a well set up auto have gained you a tenth or two down the 1/4?
I don't know about the T56's (never had one) but thinking back to the Muncies and Ford top-loaders of my day, they were clunky slow changing things.
Of course if as gunny says, your a tired old bastard then auto all the way LOL
Hi Guys, are there any places in NZ that specialise in performance parts for third gens? I mean specific parts like K-members and brake upgrades that sort of thing, not engines parts which are ubiquitous. I usually import most stuff but big things are expensive.
Hi Guys, are there any places in NZ that specialise in performance parts for third gens? I mean specific parts like K-members and brake upgrades that sort of thing, not engines parts which are ubiquitous. I usually import most stuff but big things are expensive.
Cheers
I don't think so mate.
I have to import virtually everything for mine except generic stuff like sbc engine parts etc. NZ suppliers are hugely expensive so I get most my stuff from Summit or Ebay.
I think the choice has more to do with what your final use for the vehicle is going to be,
Road race/general sports car duties I would say the t56 is the one to use.
If, like me you have a bit of drag racing in your future then my thoughts would be get the auto.
Correct me if I am wrong but in the time you spend clutching and changing gear with a manual wouldn't a well set up auto have gained you a tenth or two down the 1/4?
I don't know about the T56's (never had one) but thinking back to the Muncies and Ford top-loaders of my day, they were clunky slow changing things.
Of course if as gunny says, your a tired old bastard then auto all the way LOL
Lol. Not tired @ all Mate. I have the Vette & that more than makes up for the Speed (307KM top speed) not hat i've tried it, yet???. The Cruiser is more me, just layed back (Maybe a tired ol Geeser lol), but it's Me. Hey great to know you're an ol fella like me.
The Americarna Car Show is back in Taranaki later this month. I spoke to Nats on Facebook earlier tonight & it looks like we may be putting our Third Gens in Next Year. So how about it Ppl.
Lol. Not tired @ all Mate. I have the Vette & that more than makes up for the Speed (307KM top speed) not hat i've tried it, yet???. The Cruiser is more me, just layed back (Maybe a tired ol Geeser lol), but it's Me. Hey great to know you're an ol fella like me.
Lol. I was taking a poke at myself lol..... I'm pretty unmotivated.....all I seem to do is work
Lol. I was taking a poke at myself lol..... I'm pretty unmotivated.....all I seem to do is work
Hey guys yeah I'm 19 and I feel old and all I do is work so busy at work at the moment! I feel tired hate to think what I'm gonna be like when I'm in my 40s , I just want to say that it's nice to have good helpful blokes like you guys too talk cars with as no one my age is into the older classics my mate said to me the other day "when are you going to get a cool car" I mean is a 84 Pontiac not a cool car! That's why it's nice to talk to you guys I must be an old soul in a young body aye!😃 hope everyone's thirdgens are all going sweet I've got a gasket on the carb to change and repair the exhaust, then warrant time fingers crossed!
What are people's main warrant problems? I've had questions asked about the seats not locking in place, the old brake light blinking with the turn signal thing, the crosshatch stitching on the rear seat belts, plus one station complaining that my nitrous system was a permanent power adder. The parking brake is always a hassle too (I have the rear disks).
Whew. Got my WOF. Yeah!. Up in Hamilton on the 21st. Hope to see you guys Sunday if you can make it?
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Hey Geoff I'm gutted haven't got the exhaust fixed so no warrant and still got to fix leaking fuel on carb! Had no time cause bloody water pump has gone my ute so have had to fix that! problem with having so many cars but let me know if your gonna be up again sorry I can't make it was looking forward to it
Hey Geoff I'm gutted haven't got the exhaust fixed so no warrant and still got to fix leaking fuel on carb! Had no time cause bloody water pump has gone my ute so have had to fix that! problem with having so many cars but let me know if your gonna be up again sorry I can't make it was looking forward to it
Hey Geoff yeah been really busy with work an stuff so update on the firebird well carb was leaking like I said so rebuilt it actually just fitted it to the car today was going to take it to a funeral today because the guy that tuned it for me has just died but unfortunately the carb needs a tune because I pulled it to bits but it's running might be getting a near new 750 Holley for it tommorrw of a mate with a corvette stingray so give that a try an I'm still in the process of getting my headers coated. How's your vortec build mate?
Well got the near new carb be lucky if it's done 100km paid $350for it quick fuel 750cfm double pumper vac sec so it's bolted on now just need to hook up fuel lines getting close now!
Well got the near new carb be lucky if it's done 100km paid $350for it quick fuel 750cfm double pumper vac sec so it's bolted on now just need to hook up fuel lines getting close now!
I love the look of those QF carbs, especially the anodising.
Mines a QF670 vac sec.
I start my engine build soon, now that harvest is over.
Hey Guys. I haven't been in here for a while. Just been on a spending spree for my "Cruiser". Been i touch a lot with Nats on FaceBook. I'll try to upload some pics of my Camaro. Geoff, you're right about bringing stuff in. It is a lot cheaper to do that way. There are a lot of things we can't source locally, so we have to bring some stuff in. Get in quick Guys, i heard the Govt wants to introduce GST on everything that comes in.
I got these Rims in from West Coast Wheels California. Cost: Lol okay here goes. 4 Rim package deal. I got 15x10, 15x8 American Racing AR61 Outlaw. $1700NZ & then $280NZ for duty tax when landed in NZ. Tyres i got locally. Rear: 275/60/15 @ $700 for both, Front 225/60/15 $560 for both. I wanted to go 235, or 245/60/15 front, but they were out of stock from Otahuhu tyrepower, & also the cheapest i could find.
Got hardened springs coming from the US as we speak.
I been trying to get some through mag and turbo but it's like pulling teeth.....A bloody painful experience.
I want to match my fronts with some 15x10 rears or get a full set of 17's but they either can't do the stud pattern or the correct offsets.
I'm gonna have to buy offshore.
What was the freight cost for the wheels GW ?
I been trying to get some through mag and turbo but it's like pulling teeth.....A bloody painful experience.
I want to match my fronts with some 15x10 rears or get a full set of 17's but they either can't do the stud pattern or the correct offsets.
I'm gonna have to buy offshore.
What was the freight cost for the wheels GW ?
Thanks Geoff. Here's some info You & the Guys may be keen on. Freight cost was $605NZ + $278NZ for Duty tax.... The 15"x10" (49mm offset) rims need to be @ least 5" offset to avoid rubbing on the inside of the rear guard & to prevent too much protrusion on the rear guard Currently 1.5" outside. I'll have to get them flaired however, i did think about going down to a 245/60/15. You's will notice that the 275/60/15's on the rear also have a taller profile compared to the front ones, 225/60/15. The front tyres i thought to play safe as these are perfect to clear the guards when turning. You might??? get away with 235/60/15 in BF Goodrich. The front rims have a 19mm offset............The Centreline equivalent, i have 2x 8.5x15" rims (spare) with the 3" offset. Perfect for the back but protrudes 1" outside the guard on the front. I think the 10" Centerlines have 2 offsets, 3.78" & 4.75". Just bear in mind that the American Racing wheels i have are one piece & that the Centerline are 2 piece. My pick was the American Racing. It was cheaper for me to bring four in from the US than get 2 1/2 Centrelines from Australia. BF Goodrich tyres (in white lettering) now only make 225, 235, 245, 275, 295 in 60 profile. None in 50 profile, so You might want to consider this as the options are becoming less & less for 15" tyres.
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Thanks Geoff. Here's some info You & the Guys may be keen on. Freight cost was $605NZ + $278NZ for Duty tax.... The 15"x10" (49mm offset) rims need to be @ least 5" offset to avoid rubbing on the inside of the rear guard & to prevent too much protrusion on the rear guard Currently 1.5" outside. I'll have to get them flaired however, i did think about going down to a 245/60/15. You's will notice that the 275/60/15's on the rear also have a taller profile compared to the front ones, 225/60/15. The front tyres i thought to play safe as these are perfect to clear the guards when turning. You might??? get away with 235/60/15 in BF Goodrich. The front rims have a 19mm offset............The Centreline equivalent, i have 2x 8.5x15" rims (spare) with the 3" offset. Perfect for the back but protrudes 1" outside the guard on the front. I think the 10" Centerlines have 2 offsets, 3.78" & 4.75". Just bear in mind that the American Racing wheels i have are one piece & that the Centerline are 2 piece. My pick was the American Racing. It was cheaper for me to bring four in from the US than get 2 1/2 Centrelines from Australia. BF Goodrich tyres (in white lettering) now only make 225, 235, 245, 275, 295 in 60 profile. None in 50 profile, so You might want to consider this as the options are becoming less & less for 15" tyres.
That's the problem with 15's. ... I need 50 profile.
I would like some 17" torque thrusts but can't get what I want here....it sucks
Nice choice of Mags Loops. they remind me of Hustlers & they suit the age of the car like mine..... She'll be close. @ 9.5" = 240. 235/35/17 should be okay, & to prevent too much sidewall overhang. Sorry for the late reply. Hey Bud, would You consider starting a page on FaceBook?, or i'll start one & make it private for now???. I bought in heaps more stuff from the US. Take more pics soon, cheers Gabe.
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Nice choice of Mags Loops. they remind me of Hustlers & they suit the age of the car like mine..... She'll be close. @ 9.5" = 240. 235/35/17 should be okay, & to prevent too much sidewall overhang. Sorry for the late reply. Hey Bud, would You consider starting a page on FaceBook?, or i'll start one & make it private for now???. I bought in heaps more stuff from the US. Take more pics soon, cheers Gabe.
Hey GW
I ended up buying those wheels. I got the polished version. Gonna run 275/40/17 all round. Nitto NT555 . Same tires as on our corvette.
I started a thread to ask about tire/wheel sizes and the concensus was they should fit Ok. 0 offset 17x9.5 works ok so -5 might squeak in too. I should have them here for $300 ish each. Getting one sent at a time to avoid having to pay duty.
I ended up buying those wheels. I got the polished version. Gonna run 275/40/17 all round. Nitto NT555 . Same tires as on our corvette.
I started a thread to ask about tire/wheel sizes and the concensus was they should fit Ok. 0 offset 17x9.5 works ok so -5 might squeak in too. I should have them here for $300 ish each. Getting one sent at a time to avoid having to pay duty.
As for Facebook go for it mate I'll sign up for it.
Cool sounds good loops. I bet they'll look cool. Hey, send a join to "Kiwi's Muscle Cars & Bikes on FaceBook. I'll just put You straight into Admins list. Then You can invite whoever You want. I just added Nats.
Cool sounds good loops. I bet they'll look cool. Hey, send a join to "Kiwi's Muscle Cars & Bikes on FaceBook. I'll just put You straight into Admins list. Then You can invite whoever You want. I just added Nats.
Hey mate. Call me dumb but I searched and couldn't find it on FB
Hey Geoff how's your camaro ?
Thanks for sharing the tyre profile specs with us Gw didn't even know which is good to know now though because dad was looking to get some new 295 50 15 bf Goodrich tires for his 78 transam so we won't be getting 50 profile now haha.
Do you have a Facebook profile Geoff if you do send me an GW a friend request the muscle car group that we're starting is private so you won't be able to search it unless me orGW add you
hey hello
I have a 82 Z28 383 400 turbo etc, from hamilton it has a 4th gen diff which was put in by previous owner because who wanted a discbrake rear end but it runs 4:11 gears which for pickup is pretty good but for fuel economy sucks lol, where can I get a reasonable priced gear set from and what ratio would you recommend?
mine is running 17x9.5 torque thrust 2 wheels with a 42p rear offset because of the wider diff (+50mm) had tohave them custom made two piece....the things we do
hey hello
I have a 82 Z28 383 400 turbo etc, from hamilton it has a 4th gen diff which was put in by previous owner because who wanted a discbrake rear end but it runs 4:11 gears which for pickup is pretty good but for fuel economy sucks lol, where can I get a reasonable priced gear set from and what ratio would you recommend?
mine is running 17x9.5 torque thrust 2 wheels with a 42p rear offset because of the wider diff (+50mm) had tohave them custom made two piece....the things we do
Not bad Monster. The only downfall i can see is your car will Rev like shyt @ 100kph. You would need a 6speed manual or 2.73 to 2.90 approx gears if you want keep your 400 trans.
Well took mine on for a WOF today and failed for a crack in the chassis at the steering box.
As the engine was coming out this month to fit the new one I went to my local paint shop and he is gonna fix the crack, plate over the effected area and paint the engine bay for only $700.
hi there new member here , my name is Tony and I have a 1990 iroc-z 5.7 lit Camaro,
just found this forum and its great hope to meet some other gen3 owners here in New Zealand
Hi there im based in the shakey city Christchurch,
Just took the car down to Timaru for the weekend and VERY pleased with how it went.
Got great gas milage for it just worked out at 26mile/gallon ( im old school ) so very pleased.
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