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Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-04-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 546
Views: 57,063
Posted By irocarter

Re: T-RAM OWNERS

I might be putting my T-RAM set up for sale. Thought I would let you guys have first chance. PM me.
Forum: History / Originality
09-03-2012, 02:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 989
Posted By irocarter

Re: question about 1986 z28

sure did.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-23-2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,144
Posted By irocarter

Re: stuck pivot bolt on a arm

You don't need to take the a-arm bolts out to change the springs. Take off the swaybar end links, remove balljoint from the spindle (with a floorjack supporting the a-arm) and slowly let down the...
Forum: Brakes
07-19-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,066
Posted By irocarter

Re: LS1 front brake issue

might want to try new brake hoses as well.
Forum: Brakes
07-03-2012, 04:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 506
Posted By irocarter

Re: How far back will they fit??

no.
Forum: Brakes
07-02-2012, 05:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 506
Posted By irocarter

Re: How far back will they fit??

no. 70-81 fbody is a closer fit but you have to have a machine shop drill out the upper balljoint on the spindle to work with the 66 a-arm. even then it's a b#tch to get the alignment correct.
Forum: TPI
06-30-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,462
Posted By irocarter

Re: Rebuilding an L98

LT1 cams have the distributer gear on them like all other first gen. cams. They also have the fuel pump lobe as well.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
06-28-2012, 05:02 PM
Replies: 546
Views: 57,063
Posted By irocarter

Re: T-RAM OWNERS

So, how is Dave Hamburger associated with the T-Ram?
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
06-21-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,788
Posted By irocarter

Re: T-Ram(s)

You can use AN lines and fittings on the fuel. TTOP is making the auto/cruise bracket. Imade all of my gaskets out of gasket material. I believe 874ME has alot of the original instruction sheets and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-17-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,710
Posted By irocarter

Re: Looking into having T5 speedo drive gears made

you can still buy these gears through 5speeds.com for under $20.
Forum: Convertibles
06-14-2012, 04:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,292
Posted By irocarter

Re: release switch fix??? slider missing and having to use a key!

It is the same switch as the hatch release.
Forum: Convertibles
06-14-2012, 04:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,232
Posted By irocarter

Re: Sun Visor Convertible Top operation Decal

I've got an 88 iroc vert and it doesn't have a visor sticker. It does have the ASC conversion sticker in the driver's side door jam. It also has a warning sticker behind the licenseplate door stating...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-07-2012, 09:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 791
Posted By irocarter

Re: t5 gear engagement question

Sofa! Where the hell are you
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-29-2012, 09:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,099
Posted By irocarter

Re: the beginning stages of my hopeful 5 speed swap.

how are you going to hook up the torque arm to the transmission and what about the location of the tranny mount?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
05-26-2012, 07:48 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 6,645
Posted By irocarter

Re: Post your "Holy ***T" moments lol

you're all a bunch of non-drivers.
Forum: Carburetors
05-16-2012, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By irocarter

Re: 1988 L98 cam

thanks pat
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-15-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 658
Posted By irocarter

Re: Does/should adding SFCs alter alignment?

AutoZone (in Ohio anyway) sell a quick ratio remanufactured box for around $120. can't remember if the warranty is 1yr or lifetime.
Forum: Carburetors
05-15-2012, 11:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By irocarter

Re: 1988 L98 cam

you are good to go. interested in getting rid of the tpi harness?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-15-2012, 05:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 658
Posted By irocarter

Re: Does/should adding SFCs alter alignment?

the car needs to have all 4 wheels on the ground and level when installing SFC according to the instructions. In my experience when adjusting the gearbox, it's only a short term fix because the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-15-2012, 04:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By irocarter

Re: 1piece main seal replacemnet

no, you don't have to remove the pan.
Forum: Carburetors
05-15-2012, 04:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By irocarter

Re: 1988 L98 cam

That cam still has a lobe for the mechanical fuel pump
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-12-2012, 10:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,635
Posted By irocarter

Re: PLEASE GIVE ADVICE 700R4 Will not Manually Downshift

you might be losing pressure in your pump do to manually downshifting an automatic transmission.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-12-2012, 10:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 625
Posted By irocarter

Re: what do i need for a manual to auto swap? 92 rs

you need a nuetral safety switch and harness, the wiring for the lockup torque converter, and if its a fuel injected car, you'll need a PROM for an automatic.
Why don't you just change the clutch?...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-10-2012, 09:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 946
Posted By irocarter

Re: performance clutches

a lightweight flywheel will take away from your torque.
Forum: Members Camaros
05-09-2012, 09:25 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,548
Posted By irocarter

Re: Barn find!

you will still have to pull the electric fuel pump, it will be a restriction to the mechanical fuel pump.
nice barn find
Forum: TPI
05-09-2012, 01:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,174
Posted By irocarter

Re: 5.0L TPI swap into my 5.0L TBI

everything from the tpi intake up (egr, fuel injecters, trottlebody,fuel rails, plenum, intake runners, thermostat housing, torx bolts, fuel pressure regulator).
est stands for electronic spark...
Forum: TPI
05-09-2012, 09:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,174
Posted By irocarter

Re: 5.0L TPI swap into my 5.0L TBI

fuel pump, computer and chip, wiring harness or modify original if using sd,rubber fuel hoses going to intake, tpi intake system, and maybe the est
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-05-2012, 09:26 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,469
Posted By irocarter

Re: 85-87 tpi powdercoated pulley's/ brackets

I'll trade you my mother-inlaw
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-05-2012, 09:18 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,277
Posted By irocarter

Re: Trans stuck in 5th, rear wheels locked

The t5 has an internal shift rail. There is no linkage to tap or hit to unbind it. 5th gear and reverse gear share the same shift rail (internally) sounds like something could be bound up there.
I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-04-2012, 10:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,334
Posted By irocarter

Re: How Do you make Steering Firmer?

you can buy a remanufactured box through AZ for $120 (quick ratio)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-02-2012, 09:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 868
Posted By irocarter

Re: Transmission swap questions.

v6 t5s have about an inch longer input shaft and the gear ratios are different( and crappy) from the v8 t5s
Forum: History / Originality
05-02-2012, 09:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,491
Posted By irocarter

Re: Took some pics of the '89 IROC-Z today......

Got any pics of the engine bays chazman? Beutiful cars!
Forum: Fabrication
04-19-2012, 11:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,311
Posted By irocarter

Re: roll bar welding question

When I put my down bars and plates in, I did not pull the tank but I did take my time welding the plates in to make sure the area didn't get too hot.
Forum: Brakes
04-19-2012, 10:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,061
Posted By irocarter

Rear PBR Calipers C4 Vette

Can anyone tell me if the rear calipers on an 85 vette are the same as the 89-90 f-body with the aluminium PBR calipers?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2012, 10:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 915
Posted By irocarter

Re: Want your opinion on a knock stick..

Try camquest through compcams
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-18-2012, 09:40 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 6,645
Posted By irocarter

Re: Post your "Holy ***T" moments lol

And this one time at band camp...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
04-11-2012, 07:54 PM
Replies: 546
Views: 57,063
Posted By irocarter

Re: T-RAM OWNERS

Where/Who bores out the stock TB Jekyll?
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
04-11-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 546
Views: 57,063
Posted By irocarter

Re: T-RAM OWNERS

My T-RAM is as quiet as the factory tpi intake.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-09-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,429
Posted By irocarter

Re: transmission whine

I would think that the throw out bearing would make noise when the clutch is pushed in (disengaged). That's when it has pressure on it. Unfortunatly the only definite answer will be when you take the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-08-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,429
Posted By irocarter

Re: transmission whine

You've probably got a non-world class t5 tranny. Unfortunatly, it sounds like you've got a bearing going out of the transmission and it may be getting ready to let loose.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-07-2012, 11:53 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 6,645
Posted By irocarter

Re: Post your "Holy ***T" moments lol

One time I was chasing two guys in a black 68 charger through the streets of San Fransisco, in my 68 rustang, ramping over the hills in the streets. When we got outside of town, the charger wiped...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-05-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,418
Posted By irocarter

Re: 16 inch IROC RIMS (blue color)

Got any pics of the IROC rims?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-28-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 117,619
Posted By irocarter

Re: Stock T5 (T-5) Upgrade options (No we are not throwing the T5 away until it break

I let my wife drive my T5 all the time with no problems. It's my girlfriend that I don't trust.
Forum: Cooling
02-26-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,382
Posted By irocarter

Re: anyone running a 160 degree thermostat with chip?

Why do you run the 160 stat TTOP?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-26-2012, 08:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,342
Posted By irocarter

Re: My Custom Strut Tower Brace

Sorry, I missed that, my web page is set up on the blue background and I couldn't see the black script.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-25-2012, 10:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,750
Posted By irocarter

Re: vibration problem!

Maybe check the driveshaft for dents or pull the driveshaft and check the yoke to see if there is any wear on the splines. It could also be the pilot bearing/bushing wore out. If it has a pilot...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-25-2012, 09:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,342
Posted By irocarter

Re: My Custom Strut Tower Brace

That's a nice looking piece rockstarr. What sort of money do you have in that STB and are you going to have more made?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-25-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 6,645
Posted By irocarter

Re: Post your "Holy ***T" moments lol

One time I was running blocker, in my black T/A, for a semi running coors beer from Texas to Georgia when I ran across a crazy sherriff that chased me through three states. I don't want to give too...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-23-2012, 08:06 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,803
Posted By irocarter

Re: Parting out new 3rd gen track car build

Still got the camber plates Trackbird?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-23-2012, 07:35 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 6,645
Posted By irocarter

Re: Post your "Holy ***T" moments lol

I can fix it. My dads got tools. He's a T.V repairman. (Jeff Spicolli)
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