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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-25-2015, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 336
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Trans am to camaro swap

Car is going to be custom yet still look stock on the interior side..the seats I'm not worried about as I want to go leather from a fourth Gen..I know a guy with camaros sitting around so I think he...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-25-2015, 11:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 336
Posted By 88Trans-am

Trans am to camaro swap

Hey guys.
Here's my situation
I have a Trans am gta 88. .the subfamily and floors are shot. ..I have just but a rolling 84 camaro chassis that's literally rust free..there is no chassis wiring or...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
05-04-2015, 01:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,087
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: 1985 Trans Am 5 speed roller project $450

What's the underside look like?.post pics or email me
Ryantapping83@gmail.com
Thanks
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
05-03-2015, 09:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,967
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: 85 TA WS6 roller $600

Any chance you have any pics of the underside of the car..I don't care for the interior. .but it being solid is an absolute must.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
05-01-2015, 10:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,967
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: 85 TA WS6 roller $600

Where are you located?
I'm in Canada and looking for a roller. .
Forum: DIY PROM
08-04-2014, 06:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 414
Posted By 88Trans-am

Ostrich emulation help

hey ,
I have an old ostrich 1 that i am trying to use.. i would say its 95 percent set up... it connects,lets me download the bin to emulator, download file from emulator.. but when I "verify...
Forum: DIY PROM
08-01-2014, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 690
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: timing question

bump!!!!!.... no one can point me inn the right direction? i know which table to use... was just wondering if these cars work in the same manner... a motor is a motor.. give it what it likes.... i...
Forum: DIY PROM
08-01-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 690
Posted By 88Trans-am

timing question

Hey guys,
I e only been tuning for a year and I can't find a good thread for info that im looking for.
So my car pulls really we'll in first and second...third gear is flat as he'll..im still a...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-25-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car wont start after chip burn

It was a bad IAC valve.. It was stuck closed... Thanks for the inputs
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-24-2014, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 427
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: car will not start, but will if im on part throttle

Hey guys, got it figured out... IAC was m
agged out.. Stuck closed... To the track tomorrow... Thanks for everybody input
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-24-2014, 03:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 427
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: car will not start, but will if im on part throttle

Ya im using tunerpro and burning PROMS...im gonna link the aldl up in a bit and see what's all going on.. Anything specific I should be looming for? The tune I was using worked great. It's just one...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-24-2014, 12:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 427
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: car will not start, but will if im on part throttle

I will eventually...that filter is only 2 years old and has honestly 2500 km on it...the fuel pump is priming strong...like.I said, I drove it Sunday, excellent throttle response...it's a bit rich in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-24-2014, 11:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 427
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: car will not start, but will if im on part throttle

No it will not run on it's own...I also don't have AC anymore..I deleted it...I will check my IAC and MAF tonight...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-24-2014, 11:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car wont start after chip burn

Ok I'll hook up the aldl cable tonight and see if there are any abnormalities while it's running... That would give some sort.of.idication on if it's starting to crap out.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-24-2014, 06:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 427
Posted By 88Trans-am

car will not start, but will if im on part throttle

Hey guys, Sunday I was driving my car with no issues... Monday the car would not start on it's own.
Here's what I've done.
Checked coil
Replaced CTS
Check TPS
FUEL pressure does not drop...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-23-2014, 07:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car wont start after chip burn

Changed the coolant temp sensor... Still wouldn't run unless I was on the throttle... Seems like it is a fuel related issue... However im new to the whole electrical aspect of the car... Anywhere...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-23-2014, 03:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car wont start after chip burn

I have fuel.pressure and it does not drop..I sat and watched the gauge for a couple mins
Forum: DIY PROM
07-23-2014, 05:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car wont start after chip burn

Ya I tried the bin that was in the car, same thing...it's defiantly something else... I can floor the pedal and it will fire but won't stay running unless I feather it...checked the coil,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-22-2014, 05:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,733
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car not starting

im having the same issue.. car ran fine sunday, came out to do some tuning yesterday and wont start.. if i floor the pedal it will start and rev up but die and choke out.. my resistance in the...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-22-2014, 04:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car wont start after chip burn

BUMP.

checked the VATS... its disabled. i have fuel, i have spark.. still no start.

i could really use some guidance here.
Forum: DIY PROM
07-22-2014, 06:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Car wont start after chip burn

I haven't checked that as the bin I've been using/modifying has not given me any issues...just took out 20 percent on mid range fuel and this happened....it cranks and almost wants to fire..just...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-21-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By 88Trans-am

Car wont start after chip burn

hey guys,
so ive beentuning my car so far this year with no issues.... today that changed.
i burned a chip in which i only changed the PE vs RPM table. im using a MAF 165 ECM.
the car would crank...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-04-2013, 10:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 831
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: HSR tuning questions

Compression is stock for a 96' chev motor...I have not even checked that to be honest...I usually shift around 5500 ish rpm..
Forum: DIY PROM
11-04-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 831
Posted By 88Trans-am

HSR tuning questions

Hey friends, just wondering what the hsr intake likes for tuning....check my sig for Mt can specs...but I think I read somewhere that the intake like full timing in by 3500 rpm...mine is at 30...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-18-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,386
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Brand new powermaster starter dead in 3 weeks, what gives?

I hear you. I got a hi torque mini starter brand new a few years ago... Maybe 150 starts on it... I get heat soak with it all the time..I have a starter blanket on mine.. Seemed to help a bit.. But...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-17-2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 987
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: trans am putting not expected times at tarck

Well I guess a stall will be what I Get for next year..I'll head out on Friday night and try the timing and fuel..see if I can't break that 13 second mark.thanks for all the advice....keep it coming...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-17-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 987
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: trans am putting not expected times at tarck

My stage procedure goes as follows...tranny in first gear, do a medium burnout.bring the car to about 5000 rpm and sort of feather the throttle a bit around that range... Let off brake with tires...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-17-2013, 04:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 987
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: trans am putting not expected times at tarck

Ya...see my problem lol stock l98's with bolt on are moving faster lol
ORR...which timing map are you taking about? Spark advance table?my buddy is helping me out with this tuning, and he had done a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-16-2013, 11:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 987
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: trans am putting not expected times at tarck

I'll verify the timing as soon as I can...but how much am i reallygoing to gain (et wise) with a stall?...I figured the car would be mid 13's with a stock stall no? I could understand my exhaust...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-16-2013, 08:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 987
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: trans am putting not expected times at tarck

Car is stock stall... Cc502 on the cam sorry. It is stock stall converter. 60 ft times are 2.12. I used a set of cascar slicks..but realized after I was not hearing them up fully..I've done both...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-16-2013, 12:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 987
Posted By 88Trans-am

trans am putting not expected times at tarck

Ok guys, I have built a 96 stock bottom end 350 with vortec heads.
Cam is cc503 218/224 it has an hsr, short heading into single 2.5 inch exhaust. Adjustable fuel pressure regulator set at 45 psi....
Forum: TPI
06-07-2013, 10:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,938
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Fuel Rail Mod

Your fuel rail is made from aluminum. It would be better if you tig welded the stock in as it is cleaner than mig.
Otherwise grind it or have a machine shop clean up the ends before you still and...
Forum: DFI and ECM
12-06-2012, 07:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,387
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Gen 1 SBC and Crank/Cam sensor

thanks for that info on the different options...may be something i look into as well....... question for you.... what harmonic balancer are you going to use to set the timing reference? i know the...
Forum: DFI and ECM
12-05-2012, 10:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,387
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Gen 1 SBC and Crank/Cam sensor

agreed with the dual sync dizzy... ive got am old classic fast syatem from a buddy, emailed a guy from fast and tole me that a duel sync dizzy is my best option, with the fast main harness, amd tpi...
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-08-2012, 11:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,656
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Holley HP EFI with TPI manifold, setting?

i have a question lol....how do you like it? i'm running a stealth ram with the factory ecm and having a hard time finding someone to properly tune it....i have ppl twlling me to go accel dfi...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
09-10-2012, 01:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,864
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Anyone Do DYNO Tuning?

did you have any luck with finding a tune? i need one to, i went to rsp motorsports here in London and they scammed me only tuned it so i could drive it around but it leans out under load and then...
Forum: DFI and ECM
07-24-2012, 09:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,007
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: HOLLEY HP EFI

awesome man, when you get it up and running could you please give me some feedbacj on how it worked for you? im not planning on purchasing one until april next year so in that time frame i have i...
Forum: DFI and ECM
07-20-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,007
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: HOLLEY HP EFI

i like that the hp has a nitrous control capability...i should have thrown that in there.i hear accel is a system to use for expeirienced users, and the fast is good also but does not have the...
Forum: DFI and ECM
07-18-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,007
Posted By 88Trans-am

HOLLEY HP EFI

looking for some tips on standalone systems. the hp efi looks reallt appealing....them again i know nothing about tuning...i like that i can use it for both gen 1 sbc and ls series with just the swap...
Forum: TPI
06-23-2012, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 553
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: not correct power?

no, the motor was not built for a blower ad it is just a stock bottom end. I talked to the tuning guys today and they suggested one of their custom stand alone engine management systems as it will...
Forum: TPI
06-22-2012, 01:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 553
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: not correct power?

i have an apt tmrw morning to meet with the dyno guys to see what they are saying....talked to an engine machine shop amd they even said something is not right....compression toolow maybe? i think...
Forum: TPI
06-22-2012, 02:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 553
Posted By 88Trans-am

not correct power?

hey friends, been a while since ive posted on here, but i had my engine combo (see sig) dynoed last year and im a little confused with the LACK OF POWER... :-[ it only made 205hp at the wheels and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-26-2012, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,749
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: 700R4 Shifting woes

sounds like my issue, did the 305 to 350 swap and after I put in a b and m shift improver kit..my trans won't downhill at all at WOT... All it does it hesitate and backfire....and yes I have my tv...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-14-2012, 12:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,371
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: Parting out 1986 L69 Trans Am ( Old Players Car ) - Ontario, Canada

How much for the whole chassis? I'M IN LONDON
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-21-2012, 12:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,658
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: 700 r4 shifting problem after b&m shift improver kit

ya im sure my tv cable is set correctly, im 100 percent sure that i followed the instructions right...... i bout the kit that has the option for towing or street/strip...did everything the directions...
Forum: TPI
03-14-2012, 03:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 559
Posted By 88Trans-am

HSR head choices

im currently running the vortec
version of the HSR on factory cast vortec heads with upgraded beehive springs for my cam,, i'm thinking of my next build of a 383 and would like to stick with the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-08-2012, 12:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,658
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: 700 r4 shifting problem after b&m shift improver kit

bump.....anyone? don't want to blow up my tranny here our hurry it
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-07-2012, 02:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,658
Posted By 88Trans-am

700 r4 shifting problem after b&m shift improver kit

hey.guys, title speaks for itself.....but my issue is related to the tranny downshifting....So ill have it in the overdrive position, say im cruising at about 80 km/h,, now when i Hammer ton it the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-28-2012, 10:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 748
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: HELP...need help with 18" rear rim selection

ya im just confused about all the characteristics in selecting the right size the first time...just keep digging
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-28-2012, 08:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 748
Posted By 88Trans-am

Re: HELP...need help with 18" rear rim selection

also i forgot to mention that i am looking for the deeper dish on the back
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