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Forum: Brakes
01-26-2020, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,247
Posted By Slayze

Re: 9-bolt PBR caliper upgrade

Yeah unfortunately I have to 82-88 9 bolt iron ones
Forum: Brakes
01-25-2020, 05:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,247
Posted By Slayze

Re: 9-bolt PBR caliper upgrade

I would like to upgrade to the PBR as the crappy stock ones keep leaking on me. What's involved in upgrading to the PBR's? New backing plates I assume? Currently have the staggered caliper older 9...
Forum: Brakes
07-09-2019, 06:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By Slayze

9Bolt

I have a Borg Warner 9Bolt that I replaced my 10 bolt with in my firebird. It has the staggered Calipers. (one towards the front and one towards the rear) . I seen a camaro that had a Borg Warner...
Forum: Fabrication
01-27-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,503
Posted By Slayze

Re: Sumping stock tank?

Thinking of doing a sump. What's the reason for removing the baffles?
Forum: Carburetors
09-07-2018, 05:06 AM
Replies: 1,335
Important/Useful : Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics
Views: 315,740
Posted By Slayze

Re: Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_20180318_162705386_af9860d7a09931c787512a33fe1bab60eec39e40.jpg1st place in best conservative hard top 80 to 89. 2018 Piston...
Forum: Body
07-15-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By Slayze

Re: Rear upper spring cushions

Thanks I will order them today.
Forum: Body
07-14-2018, 04:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By Slayze

Re: Rear upper spring cushions

Just realized I put this in Body section and not suspension. Can admin move or delete and I will repost in Suspension?
Forum: Body
07-14-2018, 08:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By Slayze

Rear upper spring cushions

I read that rear upper spring cushions feom 4th gen will fit for thirdgen. Anyone know for sure before I buy?
Forum: Carburetors
08-24-2017, 09:24 AM
Replies: 1,335
Important/Useful : Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics
Views: 315,740
Posted By Slayze

Re: Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1124/80-img_20170726_182040750_d2e4b26aba317f71506887e2f92f962ae6c3a697.jpg
Forum: Cooling
07-30-2017, 08:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 348
Posted By Slayze

push fans

anyone ever mount fans facing downward to draw air from under the car to in between the space before the radiator? Or would it just be best to put a push fan at the radiator for extra cooling?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-27-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

I thought the same. That's why I went back and forth with crane (see email screen shots)....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-27-2017, 03:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

Yes, the lifter is held off of the camshaft by the spring on the horizontal bar until lift.

That horizontal bar lifts it off the cam so you can change cam without taking intake off.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-26-2017, 05:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1124/80-img_20170726_182040750_abe0a04754418d109f0dc0d016e7a407a45b191b.jpg...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-25-2017, 03:13 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

They are 6" rods and as far as the lifters they are crane lifters with the spring-loaded horizontal guide bar setup. The lifters don't don't even touch the base circle till they see lift.

As far...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-19-2017, 10:29 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

So far I like it, but it's not a daily driver so I can't speak for daily street driven. Cam I got from http://www.herbertcams.com I really enjoyed being able to call these guys up and tell them my...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-18-2017, 07:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

Yeah a guy I know got me a set for a little over $800. 190 intake runner. I'm happy with how it came out so far.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-17-2017, 08:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

Ended up going a little smaller on the cam. .604/.602 and a set of procomp heads. It's running strong. I don't think I am going to put any supercharger on yet since it's running good without it. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2017, 09:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,126
Posted By Slayze

Re: Lifters solid or hydraulic roller?

I double checked pushrod length and they are good. I did put a call in to Crane to see why lifters had that play and I guess they are supposed to be like that.

"An added benefit of the...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
05-04-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,257
Posted By Slayze

Re: 16x8 rims and tires for sale. SOLD

Rims and tires are sold
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-30-2017, 09:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,257
Posted By Slayze

Re: 16x8 rims and tires for sale.

Ok I got my other rims on and they fit. So I will be selling these rims with tires and center caps. Shoot me an offer. Will ship if you pay for it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-29-2017, 07:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,126
Posted By Slayze

Re: Lifters solid or hydraulic roller?

Good stuff thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-29-2017, 06:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,126
Posted By Slayze

Re: Lifters solid or hydraulic roller?

Oh I already have stopped and I working to fix the issue. I will also be pulling cam and going smaller. I had the right torque converter, but it's bad and I can't use it. So now I have to use the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-29-2017, 05:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,126
Posted By Slayze

Re: Lifters solid or hydraulic roller?

Ok I got it back apart and I am pretty sure the lifters are solid. What I now think is happening to make it have that movement is possibly the pushrod is a tad to short. It is a 383 stroker with a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2017, 12:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,126
Posted By Slayze

Re: Lifters solid or hydraulic roller?

I thought they were solid lifters for my solid cam, but I don't think if they truly are solid lifters they should be moving down a tad. Anyone ever have solid lifters that did that?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2017, 05:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,126
Posted By Slayze

Lifters solid or hydraulic roller?

I started motor for the first time on Sunday. We put in a solid roller. Problem is I think I may have been given hydraulic roller lifters instead of solid. From what I understand you can't visually...
Forum: Electronics
04-21-2017, 08:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 278
Posted By Slayze

Re: Headlights not working

I figured it out. Thanks
Forum: Electronics
04-21-2017, 06:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 278
Posted By Slayze

Headlights not working

Ok I did some searching but I can't seem to find it. I think I screwed up. I got rid of my high beam switch since it didn't need it and tossed it. Do I need that connection for my headlights to come...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
01-23-2017, 06:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,257
Posted By Slayze

Re: 16x8 rims and tires for sale.

I decided to keep these, but recently came across some nice rims I might be picking up. I may put these back up for sale. Will reply if I end up getting the different rims.
Forum: Body
12-27-2016, 03:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 465
Posted By Slayze

Front turn signal mount

Anyone know where I can find replacement plastic pieces that the front turn signals screw into?
Forum: Car Audio
12-25-2016, 07:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,868
Posted By Slayze

Re: 8 inch sub in sail panel .....???

Gonna try putting 8" shallow mounts in soon. What have people done as far as the vent at the door jams?
Forum: Electronics
12-23-2016, 04:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By Slayze

Re: Ignition switch

Well that just made things easier 😋 thanks I appreciate the reply. Have a good Christmas.
Forum: Electronics
12-23-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By Slayze

Ignition switch

I noticed my switch that the ignition rod goes into on the steering column was hanging loose. After I crawled my old *** under there to reattach it I noticed the rod was moving freely by hand. So I...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-28-2016, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By Slayze

Re: Fender vents clips needed

Payment sent
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-27-2016, 08:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By Slayze

Re: Fender vents clips needed

How much?
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-27-2016, 10:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By Slayze

Fender vents clips needed

Anyone have 2 fender vent clips the want to sell?
Forum: History / Originality
11-27-2016, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 921
Posted By Slayze

Re: Searching for 85-90 T/A fender vent clips.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f300/Abe2112/1210091546.jpg[/QUOTE]

Did you ever find those clips? If so where? I need 2
Forum: Interior
11-26-2016, 05:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 546
Posted By Slayze

Power windows down????

Hey gang I have been re-doing my car and it's all apart. I have it painted and I'm starting to put it back together. My question is for the power windows does. Is there a way to get the motor to...
Forum: Brakes
11-24-2016, 11:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 901
Posted By Slayze

Re: Master Cylinder question

Thanks much appreciated happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
Forum: Brakes
11-24-2016, 09:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 901
Posted By Slayze

Master Cylinder question

I converted my 10 bolt rear drum over to a 9 bolt disc. I ordered a master cylinder from summit and they have no filter option for rear disc when ordering online. So I decided to call them before...
Forum: Body
11-10-2016, 04:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,853
Posted By Slayze

Re: Front Bumper Cover Nut Size

Did anyone ever figure out what size the self threading nuts are? I picked up some M6 and they are definitely to small.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
06-21-2016, 08:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 644
Posted By Slayze

Re: Flowmaster muffler

nope that's a different one.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
06-21-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 644
Posted By Slayze

Flowmaster muffler

Looking to sell my old muffler off my 87 trans am. Can't remember, but I think it's a flowmaster. Make me an offer. Local pick up only....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2016, 04:14 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

AFR's recommendations as per the build:

You should look at our 210 Eliminator head. Our 210 head delivers a significant upgrade supplying superior airflow while maintaining...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2016, 04:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

Yeah forced induction is the plan.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

It is an eagle forged crank and dished pistons. Thanks for the replies.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2016, 03:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

The cars used mainly for car shows. I never ran it down the track though I wanted to just never got around to trailering it to the track. Really only reason i wanted to take it to the track was to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2016, 09:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

So you think I'm better off not running the vortech with the set up?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

Ah OK thought you meant fuel injection
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2016, 09:41 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

Here's the heads I was looking at.
http://m.summitracing.com/parts/afr-1050

I know the cam is a tad over the top, but the price I got the solid roller and lifters for I couldn't pass it up. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2016, 09:31 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,100
Posted By Slayze

Re: 383 stroker build

FI set up as in fuel injection? I going carb not FI.
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