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Forum: Engine Swap
04-07-2004, 12:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,585
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

The emmision tests here don't even open up the...

The emmision tests here don't even open up the hood anymore! So you really have to worry about your intake setup or EGR. Just choose a cam that can pass the sniffer.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-20-2003, 10:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,080
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Nah, no cops said a word to me when I drove...

Nah, no cops said a word to me when I drove around after my engine swap. I actually dropped the engine in, went straight to get an emission test, then to the tag office to get my tags. No one said...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-15-2003, 08:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 420
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

:o As soon as I read your reply, I realized that...

:o As soon as I read your reply, I realized that i had my whole post *** backwards. :doh: But you did manage to answer my question. I was wondering if the 402 can be bored out that much... Too...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-15-2003, 06:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 420
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

A question for all you Bowtie Brains

I was wondering if it was possible to just drop a 427 crankshaft into a 402 block, and then run stock 427 pistons. Seeing how they share the same bore size, the only difference could be the deck...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-14-2003, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,649
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Edelbrock Wheels...What do you think of them?

I just love those Edelbrock wheels, especially the 409 series. Does anyone have them on their car, or has anyone seen a camaro with them. I am a little unsure how they will look on a thirdgen.
Forum: Exhaust
09-14-2003, 02:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 700
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Wow, :eek: It looks like your pipes are...

Wow, :eek: It looks like your pipes are significanly lower compared to the pictures TRAXION has in the sticky. In his pictures it doesn't seem like clearance of the headers or y-pipe is an issue at...
Forum: Exhaust
09-14-2003, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Wow, I used to live in Holbrook for many years...

Wow, I used to live in Holbrook for many years (grew up there). I should be going back to visit within the next week. Never met anyone else from that area before.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-14-2003, 12:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 529
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Something like that would be durable, and easy to...

Something like that would be durable, and easy to clean (just spray off), but would draw too much attention to the wheel well. You want to use something that looks right at home and is not attention...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-14-2003, 12:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 885
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

The front wheel is too far to the left in the...

The front wheel is too far to the left in the fenderwell. Needs to be centered up a little better. I don't feel like the wheels set the car off. Just my opionion though.
Forum: Exhaust
09-14-2003, 12:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 700
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Also wanted to know if anyone is running cats on...

Also wanted to know if anyone is running cats on their setups and have pictures.
Forum: Exhaust
09-14-2003, 12:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 700
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Hooker LTs on lowered vehicles

Just as the subject states, I was wondering if anyone is running the Hooker LTs on a lowered car? I want to run those headers with the Mufflex y-pipe, but am also looking into dropping my car as...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
09-13-2003, 08:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,189
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

yeah diesels are great till you have to work on...

yeah diesels are great till you have to work on them :eek: $$$$$
Forum: Exhaust
08-26-2003, 08:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,181
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

GMMG chambered system hands down... that is what...

GMMG chambered system hands down... that is what i want to put on my next fbody. www.gmmginc.net
Forum: Engine Swap
08-26-2003, 06:52 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,623
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Believe it or not...by the way it was all done at...

Believe it or not...by the way it was all done at a machine shop where I work
Forum: Engine Swap
08-26-2003, 03:57 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,623
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Decided to pull my engine out at 10AM to change...

Decided to pull my engine out at 10AM to change the crank.

It was on the bench upside down in the shop by 11:00 after draining the fluids.

Took a break for lunch...(we get there at 6 AM)
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-13-2003, 07:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I have an 83 (same mechanical linkage) and never...

I have an 83 (same mechanical linkage) and never used the spring.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-20-2003, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 511
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I would think the easiest way to do it would be...

I would think the easiest way to do it would be to obtain the frame and drivetrain from a C5 and place a third gen body on it. I know there is a guy at camaros.net who is doing this to a first gen.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-26-2002, 10:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,779
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

There will be CARBON build up in the exhaust...

There will be CARBON build up in the exhaust ports since its a by-product of the combustion process, but there shouldn't be oil in the intake or very minimal. I say take em off and take em apart and...
Forum: Body
11-26-2002, 10:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 631
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

There is also another one in Norcross on Buford...

There is also another one in Norcross on Buford Highway, but since a lot of latinos live in that area they seem to get to the cars pretty quick. You can usually actually check what they have out...
Forum: OLD Third Gen Nationals
11-15-2002, 03:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 963
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I am in Atlanta. If I have my T56 and I'm up and...

I am in Atlanta. If I have my T56 and I'm up and runnig byt then I am definitely game. Anyone coming from South Georgia up 85? Or I am willing to eithier go up the 75 and meet people in Tennesee or...
Forum: Exhaust
11-15-2002, 03:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,477
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I found the site for that chambered system I was...

I found the site for that chambered system I was talking about. It is http://www.gmmginc.net/ check it out.
Forum: Exhaust
11-15-2002, 05:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,477
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

What about that chambered exhaust that someone...

What about that chambered exhaust that someone posted a link to not long ago? I was interested in that. I might try that out if I get my project car for the summer.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-01-2002, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 534
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I have a Powermaster XP on my engine. I got it...

I have a Powermaster XP on my engine. I got it after a buddy of mine got one for his 10.5:1 CR 306 motor he had in his 67 mustang that he had starter trouble with. After repacing it with this unit...
Forum: Exhaust
11-01-2002, 01:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 580
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I am really excited to find out how the runs when...

I am really excited to find out how the runs when you are done. I've been following everything, even though I stay pretty quiet and don't reply much. Good luck!
Forum: Exhaust
11-01-2002, 01:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 580
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

NOPE, don't know ONE person here with a hooker...

NOPE, don't know ONE person here with a hooker sound clip...;)

Yeah ok, Mark will be here shortly. I'm gonna get some clips of my exhaust and start giving Mark a little competition. My...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-01-2002, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 451
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I actually work at a machine shop, and have...

I actually work at a machine shop, and have resurfaced my flywheel many-a-times. I've pulled my trans at least 6 times since last summer, and have resurfaced it each time. I think its about time for...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-31-2002, 10:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 451
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Flywheel and clutch recommendations

Ok, here is the deal. I blew up my T5 a couple months ago, and me being a college student (poor), so I was just going to get rid of the car. But it looks now like I am going to fix the car. So......
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2002, 10:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,893
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I would go ahead and get the rockers made for...

I would go ahead and get the rockers made for centerbolt heads. When I was building my motor, i used the adapter and bought a set of Crane Energizer 1.6s which didn't fit! Because they are wider...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-30-2002, 12:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 529
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

the neutral safety switch isn't attatched to the...

the neutral safety switch isn't attatched to the transmission. Its attached to the clutch pedal
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-28-2002, 07:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,295
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/attachment.php?po...

https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/attachment.php?postid=812139

https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/attachment.php?postid=812137

I hope people don't look at me as a ******* because I have that...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-13-2002, 09:46 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,843
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Nothing fancy here. Mine are in the stock...

Nothing fancy here. Mine are in the stock location.
Forum: Exhaust
10-12-2002, 09:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 408
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

What you are reffering to is called an open...

What you are reffering to is called an open element air cleaner. Yes, the induction system will still work correctly. You should have either posted this in the carbureted section or the Tech /...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-10-2002, 09:13 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,968
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I would give mine a 25. Lots of work needs to be...

I would give mine a 25. Lots of work needs to be done, and I haven't decided yet if I want to do it or get that 72 nova I always wanted. ;)
...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-10-2002, 08:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,786
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Drop that bad boy. There is nothing like...

Drop that bad boy. There is nothing like cruising around country roads at high speeds and carving corners without batting an eye.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-10-2002, 08:28 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,812
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Looks tight, no doubt! I like what you have done...

Looks tight, no doubt! I like what you have done with the car thus far. Keep it up.
Forum: Exhaust
10-10-2002, 08:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 435
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

???:confused: Buy the cat-back system through...

???:confused: Buy the cat-back system through jegs or summit. Don't try to get custom piping.
Forum: Exhaust
10-10-2002, 08:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,009
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

As Mark said, it will choke the 350 and not allow...

As Mark said, it will choke the 350 and not allow it to perform to its full potential.

Something to think about: what a lot of us would all like to run is a nice dual system with 2.5" piping. ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-08-2002, 10:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,585
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Nice ride! I like. Any future plans?

Nice ride! I like.

Any future plans?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-03-2002, 08:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 818
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I'd rather have the the '97 Grand Cherokee with...

I'd rather have the the '97 Grand Cherokee with the 5.9L voted the best SUV in 97 and 98!!! ughh ughhh ughhh (Tim Taylor Grunt)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-03-2002, 08:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 348
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Mine was on the axle tube right next to the...

Mine was on the axle tube right next to the center section. It was on the passenger side though. I think it was on the passenger side for 83s. Get under there with some sand paper and a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-26-2002, 12:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 530
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

tremec TKO will work perfect. You will need shim...

tremec TKO will work perfect. You will need shim your crossmember i believe as well as get a new driveshaft yoke, but other than that its a simple swap. Oh yeah, and a new shifter.

Jason
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-25-2002, 04:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 383
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

been following those since they first came out. ...

been following those since they first came out. The first couple were produced by the director of "Snatch" Guy Ritchie... That guy can drive the hell out of a car. Not as good as me though :D
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
09-25-2002, 04:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 590
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

I am/was :( running a similar compression ratio...

I am/was :( running a similar compression ratio to Cruz'N Bruz'R . I don't have any problems cause I'm running flattops and had the block zero decked to reduce the quench, and help prevent against...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
09-25-2002, 04:06 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 1,276
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

sure it is...not the Z06, but 34,000-40,000 could...

sure it is...not the Z06, but 34,000-40,000 could get you a corvette
Forum: Engine Swap
09-25-2002, 02:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,060
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Oh yeah..and there is a sticky at the top of this...

Oh yeah..and there is a sticky at the top of this motor swap board with information and links as well.
Forum: Engine Swap
09-25-2002, 02:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,060
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

Sorry I can't help you try looking over at...

Sorry I can't help you try looking over at www.ls1.com
Forum: Engine Swap
09-25-2002, 01:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 517
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

There are a few types of balancers. If your...

There are a few types of balancers. If your timing mark is at 2 oclock you will need a blancer that is marked at 2 oclock. If you have a pointer at 12 o'clock then you will need a balncer marked at...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-25-2002, 01:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 646
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

...prybar ;)

...prybar ;)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-25-2002, 01:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,203
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

If you are not looking to change your gears in...

If you are not looking to change your gears in the future, then the T-56 is not the thing for you. The tremec TKO has a 3.2 first gear which I think would work perfectly with your 3.08 rear. It...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-25-2002, 01:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 655
Posted By 83 MidniteZ

yup, you need to find an adaptor. There are lots...

yup, you need to find an adaptor. There are lots others in your boat, I would just ask arond.
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