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Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-05-2002, 07:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,526
Posted By dropkeel

Summit has them assembled with premium parts for...

Summit has them assembled with premium parts for $ 819.00 and free shipping.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-03-2002, 08:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 911
Posted By dropkeel

To clarify,raising the roof of the manifold...

To clarify,raising the roof of the manifold aproximatley 3/16 up to match the 1255 gasket and near 4 inches into the runners a blend.Even rounding or smoothing the boss prohibits this.Just can't get...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-03-2002, 08:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 911
Posted By dropkeel

Mike, Extrude hone is a yes and a no.It is...

Mike,
Extrude hone is a yes and a no.It is difficult for me to desribe shapes ect in type but until that boss is removed the full potential of that manifold will not be seen.I personally think it...
Forum: Exhaust
03-01-2002, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 817
Posted By dropkeel

Dwayne, Thanks for the info.Never knew a L98...

Dwayne,
Thanks for the info.Never knew a L98 exhaust face was different than ordinary Small Cheavy heads.

Summit nor SLP could tell me either.Must have talked to the wrong guy at SLP.Was not even...
Forum: Exhaust
03-01-2002, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 629
Posted By dropkeel

There is a new line of mufflers called...

There is a new line of mufflers called Xlerator"yeah that's how it is spelled" that is along the lines of the Magnaflow.
The X125 is a transverse style for the 3rd Gen but the Guinie pig I tend to...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-01-2002, 05:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,526
Posted By dropkeel

Pro Action Heads-New

You have probably already heard about this fairly new company/line of 23 degree Lighting heads but take a look at the numbers.These buddies are the 200 cc Iron Lightning.They set you back a measely...
Forum: Exhaust
02-28-2002, 10:25 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 8,933
Posted By dropkeel

You had another email approximately 30 minutes...

You had another email approximately 30 minutes ago?Oh well.A day late,a dollar short.
Forum: Exhaust
02-28-2002, 07:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 817
Posted By dropkeel

SLP Headers/Angle plug heads

Man! Just spent an hour trying to find and answer to:

What non GM angle plug heads will work with the SLP headers?
What non GM straight plug heads will work with the SLP's?

I have not bought...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-28-2002, 05:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 782
Posted By dropkeel

For max power with TPI go SLP Runners. ...

For max power with TPI go SLP Runners.

Accell base-$389.00 from rich@cruzinperformance.1.770 Runner diameter and matches the Felpro 1205 gasket for 200cc runner heads.Can easily be port matched to...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-28-2002, 05:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 911
Posted By dropkeel

The Vortec/Fast Burn heads make the power by the...

The Vortec/Fast Burn heads make the power by the raised port design.They use a 1255 gasket.The intake manifold exit runners are more like a 1204 gasket.The injector boss is huge and in the way for...
Forum: Exhaust
02-13-2002, 03:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 575
Posted By dropkeel

Best flowing muffler?

What is "besides Flowmaster" The best flowing muffler that is 3inch in dual 2.5 out out the other end?
Forum: Exhaust
02-13-2002, 03:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 339
Posted By dropkeel

Cast Iron EX Manifold Question

I would like to know what is the fastest MPH in the 1/4 you have seen a 3rd Gen car run with stock exhaust manifolds? Iknow, I know I will be down on power but will cut the AIR tubes back and use a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-11-2002, 07:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 401
Posted By dropkeel

I agree unless you have a light car with 4 spd...

I agree unless you have a light car with 4 spd and stiff rear gear.7500rpm? What you been reading?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-11-2002, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 576
Posted By dropkeel

No Pontiac came with a 400 small Chevy motor or...

No Pontiac came with a 400 small Chevy motor or vice versa.If it looks like your engine it is possible it is a 400 out of a Caprice,Chevelle Laguna,Truck or Van
If you don't want it,I do!
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2002, 07:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 469
Posted By dropkeel

It depends on the modifications made to the...

It depends on the modifications made to the motor. A Qjet can be made to work very well.Not that I use them.
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2002, 07:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 466
Posted By dropkeel

Well your post sit there for 10 days without a...

Well your post sit there for 10 days without a reply so I thought I would say welcome to the forum!. Watch racing those little cars.You can suck one down your carb!
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2002, 07:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,646
Posted By dropkeel

You might want to think about the Edelbrock Etech...

You might want to think about the Edelbrock Etech 200's over AFR 190's 300 dollar price difference

int/exh
> 100 67/57
> 200 122/110
> 300 175/153
> 400 ...
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2002, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 653
Posted By dropkeel

Main thing is to block the power valves on a...

Main thing is to block the power valves on a Holley with a Roots style blower.Post all your specs and I can get you real close on the jetting
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2002, 07:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 589
Posted By dropkeel

Competition Cams XE 262 or equivalant is the most...

Competition Cams XE 262 or equivalant is the most you should go with. It is 218@.050
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2002, 07:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,785
Posted By dropkeel

The Torker II floor is too flat.One of the...

The Torker II floor is too flat.One of the poorest manifolds ever.The original is now being made again by popular demand.The RPM is your best bet if it will fit under your hood.It will be good to...
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2002, 07:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,109
Posted By dropkeel

Quote: "GM makes a Vortec manifold.....you can...

Quote:
"GM makes a Vortec manifold.....you can look into that as an alternative."

He He! Edelbrock makes that one too!
Forum: TPI
12-14-2001, 03:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,401
Posted By dropkeel

A less expensive 52mm TB alternative

I have ran across a fellow in Elgin,IL that takes and machines throttle shafts "since most have wear and are loose at 80k or so" and installs sealed roller bearings at each end"doubt they will ever...
Forum: TPI
12-14-2001, 12:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 571
Posted By dropkeel

If you are on the West coast try Speedomotive. ...

If you are on the West coast try Speedomotive.
Competition Products in Oshkosh WI can put a kit together for you 1-920-233- 1355
You will need a small base circle camshaft also
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-12-2001, 07:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,420
Posted By dropkeel

1bad91Z, you posted: "Also keep in mind that...

1bad91Z,
you posted:
"Also keep in mind that the scoggin-dickey vortec base flows more air than any standard style TPI base, it even out flows the TPIS big mouth"
I assume this includes the Accel...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-12-2001, 05:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 403
Posted By dropkeel

9 bolt question

I have found a 9 bolt with drum brakes for sale.My question is I want to put it in an car originally equipped w/ 9bolt and disc brakes.Will the disc stuff swap onto the drum housing with out a bunch...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-12-2001, 04:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 469
Posted By dropkeel

Muffler Choices

I am in the market for a good non chambered muffler.I have heard sound bytes of the TFX and the Hooker Aero Chamber"I know I said non chambered" and they both sounded pretty good.Really I want a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-12-2001, 05:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,175
Posted By dropkeel

Most of the Mustang Race shops use Redline MTL in...

Most of the Mustang Race shops use Redline MTL in place of ATF.
I use Redline 0/20 weight synthetic motor oil in my T5
ATF is just a highly refined hydraulic fluid that is the eqivalent of straight...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-10-2001, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 578
Posted By dropkeel

More info is needed like duration at .050 on the...

More info is needed like duration at .050 on the intake and exhaust and the Lobe separation angle.Not slamming the engine builder but I question the use of the 305 heads and the money that has been...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-10-2001, 05:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,319
Posted By dropkeel

1984Firebird502, This kit worked very well in a...

1984Firebird502,
This kit worked very well in a 84 El Camino I built for a guy.Just don't over cam it!What gears do you have?Or better than that email me complete specs of car and I will give you a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-10-2001, 05:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 399
Posted By dropkeel

Just a note on the Vortechs"1 set" that I have...

Just a note on the Vortechs"1 set" that I have cc'd have come out at 61cc.They need the combustion chamber modified around the exhaust valve and after polishing the chamber they were 64cc.But out of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 07:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 27,473
Posted By dropkeel

Nope.If both cars weight say 4000lbs and are...

Nope.If both cars weight say 4000lbs and are geard properly the 383's torque is going to leave on you.Oct 2000 Chevy High Performance had a 377-383 shootout.I wish I could scan this and send it to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 06:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,319
Posted By dropkeel

You can stroke it to a 335ci.Powerhouse products...

You can stroke it to a 335ci.Powerhouse products sell a kit
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-09-2001, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 411
Posted By dropkeel

Forte has the 3550 for f-body ...

Forte has the 3550 for f-body
http://www.fortesparts.com/
These guys have some GM stuff also.
http://www.hanlonmotorsports.com/default.asp

[This message has been edited by dropkeel (edited...
Forum: History / Originality
12-09-2001, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 486
Posted By dropkeel

Thanks.I did not know because every one I ran...

Thanks.I did not know because every one I ran across had the TBI injection
Forum: History / Originality
12-09-2001, 05:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,443
Posted By dropkeel

My post was mean't to show an obvious difference...

My post was mean't to show an obvious difference between the two suspension systems"springs" that some say are identical.Did you not catch the he he on the Caprice part?Also this Formula rides like a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 01:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 334
Posted By dropkeel

Depends on intake manifold design,carb used...

Depends on intake manifold design,carb used ect.What motor set up do you have?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 01:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 385
Posted By dropkeel

If your block has the provision for a machanical...

If your block has the provision for a machanical the Carter street strip is a good choice.The electric Carter 7 lb is reliable also
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 12:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 27,473
Posted By dropkeel

Destroking to a 377 works well in a light car...

Destroking to a 377 works well in a light car with deep gearing and manual transmission.All else being equal you will never catch a higher geared 383 in a 3600 lb car in the 1/4 mile
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 12:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 384
Posted By dropkeel

The Dart Iron Eagles out flow the Sportsman II...

The Dart Iron Eagles out flow the Sportsman II heads.The TFS 23 degree aluminum are a good buy.Just depends on what you are trying for
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 12:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 412
Posted By dropkeel

bzznczzn, Here is the answer to your fuel...

bzznczzn,
Here is the answer to your fuel injection woes.Hp wise but definately not cheap.

www.hogansracingmanifolds.com (http://www.hogansracingmanifolds.com)
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 12:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By dropkeel

If you don,t mind sacrificing a very small amount...

If you don,t mind sacrificing a very small amount of HP the Trick Flow 23 degree heads are very good and big bucks can be saved to buy extra hp elsewhere on the motor.Many have been overlooking the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 12:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,420
Posted By dropkeel

I am skeptical about any of S/D's dyno numbers...

I am skeptical about any of S/D's dyno numbers but the Etech 200's are undoubtedly good heads.The S/D TPI manifold will restrict them and porting the manifold runners the needed 7 inches or so would...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 11:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,892
Posted By dropkeel

Crower is as good as it gets but if to are not...

Crower is as good as it gets but if to are not looking to set a world record so to speak Competition Cams have some hydraulic flat tappet cams in the master list that gets pretty close to the valve...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 11:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 915
Posted By dropkeel

It is my understanding that the passenger side...

It is my understanding that the passenger side stock manifold from a 5.7 F Body will work.They are the 6 bolt design as opposed to the 305's 7 bolt.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 11:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,108
Posted By dropkeel

I believe the place is called Michigan...

I believe the place is called Michigan Radiator.They make brass 4 core radiators for F-bodies.If I remember correctly they are 190.00 bucks and are a direct fit.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 507
Posted By dropkeel

The cam you are referring to is not a roller.You...

The cam you are referring to is not a roller.You should have a roller block.Is the motor tore down or are you trying to just change the intake and up?The reason I ask is there might be a better way...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 10:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 768
Posted By dropkeel

Kevin, Are the SLP and the Arizona Speed and...

Kevin,
Are the SLP and the Arizona Speed and Marine basically the the same runners?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-09-2001, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 482
Posted By dropkeel

Neither of them are really necessary or preferred...

Neither of them are really necessary or preferred for a street performance motor.A good moly ring set in + .005 for file fitting is still the way to go in my opinion.Watch that top ring gap with K/B...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-09-2001, 08:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 559
Posted By dropkeel

www.northernautoparts.com...

www.northernautoparts.com (http://www.northernautoparts.com)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-09-2001, 08:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 669
Posted By dropkeel

I think these guys sell a video. ...

I think these guys sell a video.
http://www.hanlonmotorsports.com/HanlonTIC.html
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