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Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
06-08-2007, 05:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 411
Posted By rocky383

NEW FLOWMASTER 50 SERIES MUFFLER

I have a new stainless steel Flowmaster 50 series muffler part# 842551 for sale. Sold my car and dont need the muffler. I'll sell for $50 plus shipping. Weight is 15 pounds from zip 72601.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-11-2005, 01:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 450
Posted By rocky383

HEHEHE!

HEHEHE!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-11-2005, 01:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

Jesus...new cars are so much easier to own.

Jesus...new cars are so much easier to own.
Forum: Body
09-11-2005, 01:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,418
Posted By rocky383

AN iron is cheap as hell. I have used mine doing...

AN iron is cheap as hell. I have used mine doing this a LOT and it still werx. :thumbsup: :burnout:
Forum: Carburetors
06-21-2005, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,003
Posted By rocky383

I tried everything short of digging into the...

I tried everything short of digging into the motor (which I don't want to get into) and I can't afford to get it fixed. I bought a 94 Mustang GT and am selling my IROC. The next time I get a Chevy...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 11:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

I just thought about the tack wire still hooked...

I just thought about the tack wire still hooked to the 6a box. Would that cause the distributor not to work on it's own?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 11:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

If the ignition wire is getting 12v and the dist...

If the ignition wire is getting 12v and the dist is grounded, what would make it not work??? Anyone got a clue?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 09:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

I feel like Rummy looks.

I feel like Rummy looks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 09:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

The ground terminal is the middle "prong" where...

The ground terminal is the middle "prong" where the attached lead fits in. This crap has me confused.:(
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 08:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

I guess it could be...I thought it was grounded...

I guess it could be...I thought it was grounded internally. I could probably hook up an external ground, huh?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 07:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

Yes. It was the same way with the MSD pro billet...

Yes. It was the same way with the MSD pro billet HEI I just took out.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 07:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

It a 93440806 H.E.I. Distributor from the high...

It a 93440806 H.E.I. Distributor from the high performance GM website.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2005, 06:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

I put in the distributor and hooked it all up...

I put in the distributor and hooked it all up with the connector pugged in just like in the picture and the ignition wire in the BATT terminal. It will not start. It just keeps truning over, but no...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-23-2005, 08:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

thank you sir.

thank you sir.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-23-2005, 05:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By rocky383

install of new distributor

The paper that came with my new distributor says to be sure that the wire terminal post that is aligned with the rotor leads to the number one cylinder. What is this for? What if you dont do it?
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-19-2005, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

Everything still looks in good shape under the...

Everything still looks in good shape under the cap. If another distributor doesnt work, I will just take it back and then begin disassembling the motor. If it comes to that and gets to be something...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-18-2005, 09:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

I checked all internal parts of the distributor....

I checked all internal parts of the distributor. Everything is clean and intact.

I made sure that the heaviest springs were on for a slower advance. Also that the biggest bushing was on for lower...
Forum: Carburetors
05-17-2005, 10:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,003
Posted By rocky383

I guess I will do that this weekend. Ill have to...

I guess I will do that this weekend. Ill have to run an extra hose or 2 from the fuel line into the car. I'll do a search to find out how to do it. I do have a pressure guage already attached in...
Forum: Carburetors
05-17-2005, 08:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,003
Posted By rocky383

I have done a lot to it today... Since it is...

I have done a lot to it today...

Since it is mostly a pinging problem, I:

checked springs - they are the heavy silver for slowest advance
the weights - moving freely
the bushing - the biggest...
Forum: Carburetors
05-16-2005, 06:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,003
Posted By rocky383

I am pretty sure it is popping through the carb....

I am pretty sure it is popping through the carb. Would that mean it's getting enough gas, but not enough spark to burn it? I have an MSD pro billet distributor. I took off the cap and rotor,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-12-2005, 10:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 335
Posted By rocky383

good performance components to buy

I have about $1,500 to spend so, I need some suggestions on better heads and a hot cam to consider. Note: my car is carbureted.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-02-2005, 07:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

The cap and rotor were checked and cleaned about...

The cap and rotor were checked and cleaned about 2k miles ago. But I'll check it again. It cant hurt anything at this point.

thanks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2005, 05:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

Damn that sucks. You are probably right...mine's...

Damn that sucks. You are probably right...mine's probably the same. The next car I buy is going to remain stock with upgraded parts. This engine swap to a totally different moter and fuel system is a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2005, 01:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

I worked on it this weekend and messed with...

I worked on it this weekend and messed with timing, boosted fuel pressure to be sure it wasn't lacking fuel and to be sure the fuel pressure regulator wasnt clogged.

It still runs like crap when I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-27-2005, 10:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

What type of thing would I look for?

What type of thing would I look for?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2005, 02:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

I replaced the fuel filter and plugs for the hell...

I replaced the fuel filter and plugs for the hell of it. Still pinging and bogging down on acceleration. Timing is good too. I hear a popping noise on the drivers side in the engine bay too when I...
Forum: Carburetors
03-26-2005, 02:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,003
Posted By rocky383

I replaced the fuel filter and plugs for the hell...

I replaced the fuel filter and plugs for the hell of it. Still pinging and bogging down on acceleration. I hear a popping noise on the drivers side in the engine bay too. Any ideas what the popping...
Forum: Carburetors
03-13-2005, 10:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By rocky383

Exactly. You will not find a better answer for...

Exactly. You will not find a better answer for this question. It is all based on peference and individual needs.
Forum: Carburetors
03-13-2005, 10:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,672
Posted By rocky383

dont forget to hook up a vacuum hose too

dont forget to hook up a vacuum hose too
Forum: Carburetors
03-13-2005, 01:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,003
Posted By rocky383

pinging acceleration, rough running

Recently I have had a problem with pinging on acceleration when the engine is cool. I have not changed the timing in a long time and it never used to do this.

Also, as long as I drive moderately,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-13-2005, 01:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

I always use the highest octane fuel. It doesnt...

I always use the highest octane fuel. It doesnt make sense for it to ping and then run ragged especially when it is cool.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-12-2005, 12:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By rocky383

rough acceleration

Recently I have had a problem with pinging on acceleration when the engine is a cool 150 degrees. I have not changed the timing in a long time and it never used to do this.

Also, as long as I...
Forum: Body
01-18-2004, 05:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,143
Posted By rocky383

Thanx! :hail: IROC-Z

Thanx!

:hail: IROC-Z
Forum: TBI
01-17-2004, 07:36 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,438
Posted By rocky383

I did a 383 swap with TBI and it didnt go well at...

I did a 383 swap with TBI and it didnt go well at all. I had to go to carb to get it working correctly and cut down on the risk of a heart attack or stroke from all the stress I was experiencing...
Forum: Body
01-17-2004, 07:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 800
Posted By rocky383

New paint, new 9" 3.73 rear.

New paint, new 9" 3.73 rear.
Forum: Body
01-17-2004, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 483
Posted By rocky383

When i took my shifter off, i was pulling real...

When i took my shifter off, i was pulling real hard and almost busted the mirror off when it finally gave. Be careful.
Forum: Body
01-17-2004, 07:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,749
Posted By rocky383

Good luck. I know that can be a bitch.

Good luck. I know that can be a bitch.
Forum: Body
01-17-2004, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,635
Posted By rocky383

What Dante said. :hail: IROC-Z

What Dante said.

:hail: IROC-Z
Forum: Carburetors
01-17-2004, 07:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,474
Posted By rocky383

Edelbrock baby! :hail: IROC-Z

Edelbrock baby!

:hail: IROC-Z
Forum: Body
01-17-2004, 07:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,143
Posted By rocky383

shaved door handles

how do u open the door if the handles are shaved?:confused:

:hail: IROC-Z
Forum: Carburetors
01-17-2004, 06:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 753
Posted By rocky383

:lmao: :lmao:

:lmao: :lmao:
Forum: Electronics
10-12-2003, 11:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 668
Posted By rocky383

That's a plus. When youre having trouble, one fix...

That's a plus. When youre having trouble, one fix is a very good thing. Good luck with the rest. It's been so long since I've had to mess with my car, it's hard to remember all the technical issues...
Forum: Electronics
10-10-2003, 07:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 668
Posted By rocky383

This may do better in the electronics section.

This may do better in the electronics section.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-09-2003, 10:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,401
Posted By rocky383

I've got some ocean front property in Arizona for...

I've got some ocean front property in Arizona for a good price!!
Forum: Carburetors
10-08-2003, 04:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 834
Posted By rocky383

Good luck with it. :cool:

Good luck with it. :cool:
Forum: Body
10-07-2003, 02:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,121
Posted By rocky383

Good job. There's nothin quite like standing back...

Good job. There's nothin quite like standing back and admiring what you did with your own hands rather than paying someone else.

:hail: IROC-Z
Forum: Carburetors
10-07-2003, 02:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 834
Posted By rocky383

Sounds like you got a spark and choke problem....

Sounds like you got a spark and choke problem. :huh:

:hail: IROC-Z
Forum: Body
10-07-2003, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 926
Posted By rocky383

I use a squeegee for the biggest part and get the...

I use a squeegee for the biggest part and get the sides with windex and paper towel.

:hail: IROC-Z
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-05-2003, 10:28 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,558
Posted By rocky383

Honestly, i think they are goofy. I liken them to...

Honestly, i think they are goofy. I liken them to those things little girls used to wear on their heads with springs on them, you know, flopping around and stuff?
Forum: Carburetors
10-05-2003, 10:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,337
Posted By rocky383

The valve covers I bought are tall Edelbrock...

The valve covers I bought are tall Edelbrock chrome ones. There were cheap though. The problem I speak of here (the oil on the carb) started pretty much instantly after putting on a brand new carb,...
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