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Forum: Cooling
04-08-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,535
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Converntional Oil or Synthetic Oil???

I'd stick with good ole conventional oil.

What's your mileage like?
Forum: Fabrication
04-02-2012, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 798
Posted By Killerz187

Re: First Gauge Cluster

I know I know. But I wanted to make my own, just because :P
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2012, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 737
Posted By Killerz187

Re: TA not creeping in "Drive"

Check your throttle linkage, maybe it's not shut all the way?
Forum: Electronics
04-02-2012, 01:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 640
Posted By Killerz187

Re: HELP Installing Tachometer.....

Should be the white wire going to the distributor.
Forum: Electronics
03-31-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 727
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Autometer gauge size?

If you're putting in aftermarket gauges, they don't HAVE to be 5", but the speedo and tach were somewhere around there in stock form.

The other gauges were somewhere around 2 1/8"
Forum: Fabrication
03-29-2012, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 798
Posted By Killerz187

First Gauge Cluster

I don't have much experience making my own anything, but I figured I'd try my hand at making a gauge cluster for my new gauges.

I bought a set of hole saws at Harbor Freight, and a pack of rotor...
Forum: Cooling
03-27-2012, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 740
Posted By Killerz187

Re: oil over heating??

That gauge isn't oil temperature, it's your oil pressure. If it was a temp gauge, it'd have a bigger scale.

If your oil pressure was hitting 0, then you had a problem.

It should move a little...
Forum: Power Adders
03-26-2012, 10:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,660
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Twin turbo 1990 camaro stock 305 TBI?

Forged bottom end is a good idea. A very good Idea. I'd drop the stock TBI and look into some aftermarket Fuel Injection setups if you want to keep it. If you go that route, gonna need bigger...
Forum: Electronics
03-26-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Hypertech Chip?

Meh, I'd skip on the chip if I were you. Doesn't do much really, you can do the same by advancing your timing a slight bit and getting a colder fan switch.

The money would be better spent on...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-19-2012, 12:00 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 22,150
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Harbor Freight engine hoist

Totally agree with you. I bought one of these coming up on two years now, and it's still going strong.

Only complaint is that it has a tough time moving across uneven ground, but really, it's to...
Forum: Cooling
03-18-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,101
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Radiator Fan won't turn on

I'd check your wiring on the switch side first, then check your switch, it should be in the passenger side cylinder head between the last two plugs IIRC.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-25-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,443
Posted By Killerz187

Re: K&N filters...

I will give them one thing, they do last forever if they are taken care of, so they're worth it in that regard.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-25-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,443
Posted By Killerz187

Re: K&N filters...

If they do, I've never felt a difference.

I'd say just stick to one of the cheapos. Purolators have never failed me before, and I can buy a load of them for the price of a K&N.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-24-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 377
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Need a mini starter

Most likely, it's an early style block, dated to probably around 71 or 72.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-24-2012, 07:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 377
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Need a mini starter

Just found out that I can't use your starter :(

My block doesn't have the 3 holes, just the two staggered.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-23-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 430
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Set of 1.5 roller rockers

Bump, meant PRW, not TRW.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-22-2012, 11:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 377
Posted By Killerz187

Need a mini starter

As the title says, I needs me a mini starter. No brand preference. Small block 153/168 tooth.

Post what ya got.

Also looking for an adjustable Proportioning valve if anyones got one.
Forum: Electronics
02-17-2012, 09:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,079
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Cluster Pin out/Wiring diagram

I did search, just like I always do before asking.

Never mind, I found my FSM.
Forum: Electronics
02-15-2012, 11:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,079
Posted By Killerz187

Cluster Pin out/Wiring diagram

I'm hoping someone somewhere has these.

I can't find my factory service manual, and I need the gauge cluster pin outs to wire up my new gauges. It's originally a Vin E car.

Much appreciated...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-10-2012, 09:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 430
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Set of 1.5 roller rockers

I don't have the specific part number, since its been a while since I bought them, but they're TRWs. Most of them still have the numbers visibleon thetop,showing how much I haven't used them.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-09-2012, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 430
Posted By Killerz187

Set of 1.5 roller rockers

These have maybe 20 miles of easy driving on them. Upgrading to 1.6 with a bigger cam, so don't need these anymore.
They're stainless steel.
120 OBO.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-08-2012, 12:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 301
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Need serp. pulleys

Is it a stock setup?

Because I'm thinking of going with an Aftermarket set now.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-08-2012, 01:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,418
Posted By Killerz187

March Serpentine Conversion?

Specifically the 22021-09 serpentine setup.

I've been looking around on the forum and all I've been able to find is people complaining about the underdrive pulley systems.

Anyone have any...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-06-2012, 11:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 301
Posted By Killerz187

Need serp. pulleys

Looking for a set of serpentine drive pulleys. Have a bad one, and might as well change them all.

Let me know what you got, need them ASAP.
Forum: Electronics
06-18-2011, 12:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 947
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Gauges not fully working

Still trying to figure this out....
Forum: Electronics
05-21-2011, 08:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 947
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Gauges not fully working

Bump......
Forum: Exhaust
05-10-2011, 09:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,578
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Exhaust manifold leak!!

Why not just put a new high quality gasket back on?

I don't see why he would want to weld them on there, seems like a bad idea to me.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-09-2011, 09:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 567
Posted By Killerz187

Re: 90 Camaro RS - PARTING OUT - LAST MONTH!!!

What kind of cluster you got in there? Can you e-mail me some pictures of it to killerz187s@yahoo.com?
Forum: Electronics
05-09-2011, 06:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 947
Posted By Killerz187

Gauges not fully working

I think I've reached my wits end with this one.

All of my gauges worked almost perfectly before the engine swap from a 350 tbi to a 383 stroker.

I've checked the batter grounds, the ground to...
Forum: Carburetors
04-29-2011, 02:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,345
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Has anyone used "Water4Gas"

Hahaha, totally had rolling too.

Speaking of muffler bearings, my buddy's F-250 diesel needs exhaust fluid :huh:

Almost all of the "Super-duper gas saver secret techniques" are a big steaming...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2011, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 520
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Cam swap on the Horizon

I know that the block itself it a 72 casting, so I know that It's not a factory roller block.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2011, 03:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 520
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Cam swap on the Horizon

I don't know exactly what cam is in there, but I'm not going to take a chance on it and just get the lifters with the cam.

Thanks for the quick response, really appreciate it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2011, 01:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 520
Posted By Killerz187

Cam swap on the Horizon

Before I start throwing money around, I'd like to ask if I can re-use some of the things on my motor. That way, I wouldn't have so much to buy.

Can I re-use the timing set, spring retainers,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-02-2011, 01:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 764
Posted By Killerz187

Re: swapping rear gear questions...

You'll probably feel a difference, but that 305 (if that is what you have) still isn't a big tire burner.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-28-2011, 08:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 804
Posted By Killerz187

Re: I need a posi for my 84

There's only a marginal amount of extra effort to swap in a 4th gen rear, if it was me, I'd swap in the 4th gen while I was taking the rear end out anyway.

S truck swap isn't going to work, not...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-27-2011, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 804
Posted By Killerz187

Re: I need a posi for my 84

The only other ones that will work are the ones out of 4th gens. They work because they have the same suspension set up as 3rd gens.

I've heard the best to look for are 98-02 SS rear ends, or...
Forum: Members Camaros
02-25-2011, 05:39 PM
Replies: 672
Views: 184,104
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Movies and Films which 3rd gen camaros take part in!

There is a White 3rd gen Bird in Iron Man 2. At the part where they are flying under the highway, and War Machine opens fire. Seems to be a red 2nd gen right next to it also.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-21-2011, 08:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 788
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Not shifting/feels like neutral

I rebuilt the tranny before attaching the motor to it. The motor it had before wasn't a 305, it was a 350. I'd romp on the gas with the 350 and it always shifted fine before the rebuild.

This was...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-21-2011, 08:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 788
Posted By Killerz187

Not shifting/feels like neutral

Alright, finally got the car on the road, and something is wrong. I haven't personally gotten it out on the road, but my uncle has, and this is how he described the problem.

He said that while the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-18-2011, 12:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Setting el-timing

Don't know how old it is, but It's been rebuilt very recently, on the order of 2 months or less. The engine was actually broken in on it, so it might be the lean condition you said. The Fp gauge...
Forum: Cooling
01-17-2011, 11:51 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 110,154
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Radiator Fan Switch Alternatives

I have a few more part numbers, for those that still haven't found an adequate fan switch. You might have to call up your local Napa to see if they have them.

MPE FS111SB $8.78 On 245-Off 229
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-17-2011, 11:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By Killerz187

Setting el-timing

I feel like I'm starting to be a nuisance :P

I would like to know how to set the timing on my engine. It's a 383, with a Holley 3310-4 (Vac Sec. 750) with a Vac. Adv. Dist. (Obviously) It seems to...
Forum: Electronics
12-11-2010, 05:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 586
Posted By Killerz187

Re: I just can't catch a break

Yea, It was originally a TBI car, and I knew it have the buffer box, but I didn't know that It supplied to the speedo directly.

I'll check fuses for the gauges, and check the wire leading to the...
Forum: Cooling
12-10-2010, 11:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 430
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Need some help

I got everything hooked up and running. Thanks a bunch Henry.

A/c stuff isn't plugged in though, but it didn't work anyway :D
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-10-2010, 10:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,689
Posted By Killerz187

Re: No Overdrive after fluid/filter change

I've read that sometimes, on transmissions with many many miles, when you switch out the fluid, all of the little particles that made friction around all the parts were the only thing holding the...
Forum: Electronics
12-10-2010, 10:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 586
Posted By Killerz187

I just can't catch a break

Now that I have my fan wired up correctly, I ran into another problem.

It's my Speedo (not 100% sure on this yet, the car is still in the air), my fuel gauge, and my oil pressure gauge.

I know...
Forum: Electronics
12-09-2010, 10:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,625
Posted By Killerz187

Re: FAN RELAY CONNECTOR

Try checking auto parts stores, IE: Autozone, Oreilly's, Napa etc. They should have it.
Forum: Exhaust
12-09-2010, 12:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,078
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Header install soon.

I removed the silver canister on the pass. side, and also the hoses bolted to the back of the A/c compressor. Those (and the starter) were the things that gave me the most trouble.

Be careful...
Forum: Exhaust
12-08-2010, 11:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,078
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Header install soon.

Typically, yes.

Sometimes SBC headers can be different, and the Y-pipes are sometimes different too. Only way to be absolutely positive that both would work is to get a matching set, or get a...
Forum: Exhaust
12-08-2010, 11:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,078
Posted By Killerz187

Re: Header install soon.

Are you making any other upgrades to your engine?

Removing the old manifolds shouldn't be too big of a task, if they're really rusty though, I'd soak them in liquid wrench overnight to loosen the...
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