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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-05-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Re: Engine pressure

Well, here's where I am. I took off the PCV valve and replaced it with a breather. No more pressure. I'm not losing water, and with the good compression, I'm not concerned about head gaskets. I think...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-28-2012, 05:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Re: Engine pressure

Ssshhhhh! I'm hoping it's just the valve covers. I have no room to get the pan gasket with lifting the motor so far, might as well pull it. Don't wanna do that.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2012, 07:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Re: Engine pressure

OK,
I just finished running it. I put vent cap back on and left the pcv off. Runs great, but now my valve covers and maybe oil pan leak. WTF ??? Anyhow, if this is blow by, I guess its block time....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2012, 01:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Re: Engine pressure

OK. I just finished running a comp. check. All cylinders are 175 except #3 is 170. Can excessive blow-by cause this?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-23-2012, 05:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Re: Engine pressure

I ran a compression check a few weeks ago and was running 205-210 per cylinder. I'll go back and re-check Thursday. I'll post the results. Thanks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2012, 06:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Re: Engine pressure

Appears to be antifreeze. I dont seem to get any moisture from the exhaust. I have had to put water in it, but I figure it's just air and what not in the cooling system. I don't have water in the oil.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Re: Engine pressure

The engine itself has roughly 500 miles on it. I did put a pcv on it. I pulled the oil cap off while it was running and it was under pressure. I did notice bubbling around one head stud nut.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2012, 02:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,014
Posted By shelad

Engine pressure

Hey all. I have beed working on my 86 camaro. I have a 350 .060 flat tops, 2.02's alum. with a mild cam. I took it down the road today. When I got on it, it blew the oil cap off. Will a blown head...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-04-2011, 09:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By shelad

Re: Cam info

sounds good. Many thanks for the tip.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-04-2011, 09:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By shelad

Re: Cam info

I'm looking for "off the line". I put in a turbo 350 and a posi 3.73 Heads are 190. The way it is now, it stumbles off the line. Like it doesn't want to take the gas. A buddy says maybe around 236 @...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-04-2011, 08:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By shelad

Cam info

I am putting an engine together for an 86 Camaro, and I really need advice for a cam. I'm building a 350. Its 060 over. Flat top pistons w/4 valve notches. Pro comp alum. heads. Valves are 2.02, and...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-12-2010, 07:29 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 43,797
Posted By shelad

Re: B&M Megashifter not worth it

I am at about two months now with my mega shifter. It's beginning to loosen up and I am not having any trouble with it. I ran the cable around by the tail shaft. It is a bit stiff pulling out of...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-12-2010, 06:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 24,019
Posted By shelad

Re: Skip White 65,000 Volt Distributor Revealed

I used the Skip White dizzy in my 86 w/350. Looks good and works great. I have no complaints.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-18-2010, 11:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 894
Posted By shelad

Re: Weak off the line.

Thanks 88IROC. I plan on putting in a 2500 stall converter. I am using pro comp heads. 2.02/1.60w/64cc combustion chamber. I don't know how to test how fast it advances or what the total timing is. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-16-2010, 07:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 894
Posted By shelad

Re: Weak off the line.

I am going to look into a 700r4. My th350 is the 6" tail shaft, so its probably going to be costly to convert it back, but I can get some figures.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-16-2010, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 894
Posted By shelad

Re: Weak off the line.

Ok. I do get a very slight hesitation when a romp on the gas. I have the accelerator pump at the longest travel. This is where its at its best.

The flash stall is 1400 rpm, and the foot brake...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-16-2010, 12:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 894
Posted By shelad

Re: Weak off the line.

I take absolutely no offense. Any help is appreciated. I have questions about the 2500 stall. I've been asked that pre load question before. Perhaps I need to study up on the stall converter before I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-16-2010, 10:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 894
Posted By shelad

Re: Weak off the line.

When I got the car, the computer was gone along with the harnesses. No motor or tranny. I had to build her from scratch. Doesn't the 700r4 run with the computer?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2010, 10:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 894
Posted By shelad

Weak off the line.

Ok, I have a 86 Camaro. I put a 350 in it. Bored .060 steel crank, flat top pistons,comp cam 470/470 lift 270/270 duration-224 @.050, aluminum heads 2.02 int and 1.60 exh edelbrock 600 cfm carb. Hei...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-15-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,948
Posted By shelad

Re: 3.42 - 3.73

Test drove today. Rear end works great. Still having other issues, but I believe its engine, so I,m moving to tech/general engine. Thanks all, Larry
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-14-2010, 10:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,948
Posted By shelad

Re: 3.42 - 3.73

The rear end is in. I also changed the proportioning valve. I need to bleed the brakes still, then I can test it. As far as faster shifts, It already shifts too fast. My next project will be to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-13-2010, 10:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,948
Posted By shelad

Re: 3.42 - 3.73

I'm running a straight TH350 w/2500 stall. No lock up. No wiring. All of the harnesses and the computer have been removed. Also, 215/60-15 tires. I picked up the rear end today. Weather permitting, I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-13-2010, 09:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 560
Posted By shelad

Re: rear end swap

:thanks: all for the help. That link just about covers it all. I really appreciate it.
Forum: Electronics
07-13-2010, 09:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 487
Posted By shelad

Re: Fuel Gauge Problems

Thanks 1ADan. I imagine that the ground for this was probably mixed in with the harnesses for the computer. That's all gone. Even my gauges do not work. There are no connectors for the sending units....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 560
Posted By shelad

rear end swap

I'm getting ready to swap out my stock 10 bolt open rear end w/drums from my 86 Camaro. I am replacing it with a 10 bolt posi w/3.73 gears and disc brakes. I am told that there is a piece in the...
Forum: Electronics
07-10-2010, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 487
Posted By shelad

Fuel Gauge Problems

Heres my problem. When I turn my key on, my fuel gauge shows a pretty accurate reading. But when I turn my lights on, it usually slams to below empty. If I turn my dimmer down, as it turns the dash...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-10-2010, 09:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 537
Posted By shelad

Re: 3rd gen rear ends

I don't plan on removing anything but the rear end itself. I'm using my control arms, torque arm, and everything else. So this is good. Thank you.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-09-2010, 09:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 537
Posted By shelad

3rd gen rear ends

I have a line on a rear end from a 84 trans am. It has a 3.73 posi W/disc brakes. I want to put it in to my 86 Camaro. A friend told me that the torque arms are different between the two. Does anyone...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-01-2010, 03:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,282
Posted By shelad

Re: Could 2500 rpm stall converter make my engine overheat?

I have about the same set up. 2500 stall, 350 engine(slight build) summit alum. radiator. While it warms up, my temp runs between 215 and 220. Then it settles to around 180 to 185 with fan on(also...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-30-2010, 04:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,948
Posted By shelad

Re: 3.42 - 3.73

I just had it out and at 70 mph, the rpms are right about 3100. So a couple hundred more won't really hurt.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-30-2010, 04:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,948
Posted By shelad

Re: 3.42 - 3.73

I'm gonna do the whole thing. I found a 84 T/A w/ the G80 carrier and GT4 gears. A bonus is the disc brakes. I can get it for $200.00. It does have the B/W 5 sp and I could get the pedals, but I got...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-30-2010, 12:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,948
Posted By shelad

3.42 - 3.73

I see that JamesC has a thread showing the difference between the 3.42 and 3,73 rpms at 70 mph.

3.42 (RPO GU6) / Approx. RPM’s at 70 mph--2255
3.73 (RPO GT4) / Approx. RPM’s at 70 mph--2463
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-25-2010, 07:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,501
Posted By shelad

Re: NEED HELP WITH MY TH350 TRANS SWAP. PLEASE ASAP

Thanks for the feed back. I never actually measured the 700r4. I got rid of it to quick. I based my conclusion on a couple points. Everything I had done like drive shaft length, and the distance I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-25-2010, 02:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,501
Posted By shelad

Re: NEED HELP WITH MY TH350 TRANS SWAP. PLEASE ASAP

I just went through this. I feel for you. First, measure the tail shaft housing on you transmission. If it came from a car, its probably a 6 inch. A truck is 9 inch. The 700r4 I removed from my 86...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-23-2010, 10:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 631
Posted By shelad

Re: Transmission Issues Please Help Asap Got Babies

Hi jersey. I have had questions answered on this site in the past. You are being helped. these guys know what they are talking about. Unless you know automatic transmissions, you can't do it...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-23-2010, 10:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 558
Posted By shelad

what pair of speedo gears

I recently figured the speedo gears I need for my 86. Using the sticky by Atilla, and my having a 9 tooth drive, I need a 24 tooth driven. If I buy an 8 tooth drive, then I can use a 21 tooth. What...
Forum: Carburetors
06-04-2010, 07:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,555
Posted By shelad

Re: lose of fuel pressure

Thanks for the reply Doc. I replaced the fuel pump with a 3 line. I rerouted all the lines away from any exhaust. Still had the problem. I decided to try and run a short line straight from a gas can...
Forum: Carburetors
05-29-2010, 10:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,555
Posted By shelad

Re: lose of fuel pressure

It is a liquid filled. It's a summit. I thought about it being the gauge, but when it loses pressure, the carb empties and the car dies. After 10 minutes or so, it will pick back up and run for a few...
Forum: Carburetors
05-29-2010, 08:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,555
Posted By shelad

Re: lose of fuel pressure

No it doesn't. Just the two.
Forum: Carburetors
05-28-2010, 09:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,555
Posted By shelad

Re: lose of fuel pressure

I'm sorry, let me clarify. All of the work performed is an attempt to fix the pressure loss. Ever since I put in the 350, I started losing pressure. The computer and all of the wiring is gone, so the...
Forum: Carburetors
05-28-2010, 05:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,555
Posted By shelad

lose of fuel pressure

I'm having trouble with fuel pressure. As the car warms up, the pressure drops. From 7-8 psi down to 0. It is a 86 camaro. The 2.8 has been changed to a carb'd 350. I replaced the in tank pump by...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-23-2010, 09:45 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 7,413
Posted By shelad

Re: intermittent starting

Hi, what a bummer. I didn't go all the way back, but I seem to recall you replaced the starter. Did you also replace the starter solenoid? The contact inside can go bad.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-23-2010, 09:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 567
Posted By shelad

Re: Lemon Problem.........

You said you checked the fuel pump relay. Did you check the pump? If it tries to start by dumping fuel in the throttle body, you might take a look at the pump or the filter.
Forum: Carburetors
05-20-2010, 09:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,189
Posted By shelad

Re: Fuel filter before or after pump

Hey fifty7kid. I have a 86 Camaro. It started life with a 2.8. Not only is that long gone, so is the computer and wiring harness. I put a 350 in it with a th350. I'm running the mechanical fuel pump,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-19-2010, 03:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,228
Posted By shelad

Re: Tall Valve Covers w/ Stock Valvetrain?

looking good.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-18-2010, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,803
Posted By shelad

Re: pushrod length?

I made the mistake of not getting a pushrod checker. I ended up buying two sets. 8.4 and 8.1 The 8.4 were just long enough that the tips of my rockers hit the valve retainers. Learned my lesson. lol
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2010, 07:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,803
Posted By shelad

Re: pushrod length?

Hi, standard size pushrods for the SBC is 7.800" My set-up is about the same as yours and I went with 8.100" works great.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-16-2010, 09:54 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 7,413
Posted By shelad

Re: intermittent starting

Sorry you need to do that. There is so much experience here, but sometimes its hard with out actually being there. Best of luck to you, and keep us posted.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-16-2010, 09:06 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 7,413
Posted By shelad

Re: intermittent starting

Hey Camarorsssss, I went back but didn't see, did you actually have your battery tested? Like load tested at an auto part store? Seems to me that if you have a bad neutral safety switch, or relay, a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-14-2010, 02:49 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,770
Posted By shelad

Re: How's this for engine damage???

Seems like a lot of damage from a start-up, however, my 350 in my camaro snapped a rocker stud while at idle. Never been on the road. So, who's to say.
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