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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
Today, 04:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 117
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Looking for advice choosing a torque converter

I'd reach out to a reputable converter company and give them the details of your setup and see what they recommend.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-12-2024, 07:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 76
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: 2024 megashifter- Is relay needed if no ECM?

You shouldn't need the ECM at all for your shifter. The ECM on factory stuff needed to see a ground or something like that. When you wire things back up you'll just omit those 2 wires.

I wired up...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-06-2024, 10:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 162
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Throttle Body Angle corrector??

These ICT Billet 1/2" spacers are probably the answer for what I'm wanting to do
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Forum: LTX and LSX
06-06-2024, 09:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 162
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Throttle Body Angle corrector??

This stuff. The quick seal TB attachment with the weld flange, some pie cuts and a 45 bend to get it to where it needs to go. Then I'll put a bung in for my IAT sensor. I've got water/meth nozzles...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-06-2024, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 162
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Throttle Body Angle corrector??

Adding length doesn't mean anything to me I've got a new front attachment for my throttle body that is a quick seal with a 3 inch weld flange
Forum: Cooling
06-06-2024, 01:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 292
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Replacement Air Dam

What happens when the height is say only 1 inch off the ground?? Does it kinda defeat the purpose of it??
Forum: Cooling
06-05-2024, 06:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 292
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Replacement Air Dam

Thanks guys for the suggestions. I managed to get one from a GM parts Depot on sale. $100 CAD shipped
Forum: Cooling
06-04-2024, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 292
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Replacement Air Dam

Hmmmm I must have typed something seriously wrong because none of the new stuff showed up for me. But this link shows all kinds of new units. Maybe it's the app idk
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-04-2024, 01:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,085
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

Let me know how those go in for you. I'd like to see some install pics of them.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-04-2024, 09:49 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,085
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

There's install pics on the Midwest chassis website. From what I've seen there's no floor cutting at all it for from the subframe at the rear to the front subframe
Forum: Cooling
06-03-2024, 05:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 292
Posted By thatsupnow

Replacement Air Dam

Just like the title says, where does a guy get another one in decent shape?? I was backing out of a buddy's place and mine ripped right off but the bolts stayed in place. I've spotted a few used ones...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-02-2024, 10:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 573
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Best shocks and struts for 87 TA with WS6

Koni yellows up front and QA1 single adjustable shocks out back
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-31-2024, 05:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 162
Posted By thatsupnow

Throttle Body Angle corrector??

Hey guys I know this probably the longest shot ever but I'm curious if there is a throttle body angle corrector for Icon 102mm TB's?? So I've got a BTR Trinity intake with an Icon 102mm TB and I also...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-29-2024, 07:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 148
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Motive Gear 1020 axle shaft wheel studs

That part number is for a 91 Z28. Your op has zero info in it. You don't mention what year or anything. Some of us are still working on mind reading abilities
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-29-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 148
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Motive Gear 1020 axle shaft wheel studs

The motive gear axles in the pic say they take a 12mm press in wheel stud. They are 28 spline for a 3rd gen
Forum: Cooling
05-26-2024, 09:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 336
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Mounting pusher fan

It's been working great. It's just an upper radiator support. There's no structural integrity missing from cutting a thin piece of stamped steel
Forum: Cooling
05-25-2024, 04:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 336
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Mounting pusher fan

Got the new radiator and fan setup in the car. But man oh man has it been a bear to get the air out of the system. I thought I had it on the first go I had my coolant funnel on and watched all the...
Forum: Power Adders
05-22-2024, 09:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,708
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Finally Drives!!

Just a little video of the first drive of the season! I finally bought a Dragy performance meter can't wait to try it out

https://youtube.com/shorts/v05JUN89Q4o?si=cvvkmllTxD4lNddb
Forum: Power Adders
05-22-2024, 09:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,708
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Finally Drives!!

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1500x2000/pxl_20240321_200804230_425f6707231e1064e24cdad1e6611bc7838ce3c2.jpg
Heat with this setup has been a little difficult to deal with....
Forum: Power Adders
05-22-2024, 09:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,708
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Finally Drives!!

Just a couple year update here lol. It sure seems like the more I drive this thing the more I find out what works and what doesn't work. I've done a bit more work to the car some was necessary some...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-22-2024, 11:03 AM
Replies: 1,923
Views: 339,417
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

So would this unit be closer to like a mid length torque arm?? It looks like a really cool unit. Definitely want to see some install pics
Forum: Cooling
05-22-2024, 12:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 512
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Oh to live in America...

Get everything from Summit Racing. I just bought a new radiator and fan(not stock stuff) and all in shipped to my door was like $600 CAD
Forum: Brakes
05-19-2024, 12:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: rear backing plate swap

If you have an auto car why would you even use the parking brake?? I've never used mine ever. I've got 2000 Camaro rear brakes and they work great but I've never used the parking brake
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-18-2024, 05:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,160
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Never Order Delphi Fuel Pump from Rock Auto

Then post the link for that reputable distributor
Forum: Engine Swap
05-15-2024, 07:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 538
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Iroc 5.7 vs ls

Build a 427 SBC with a big lumpy cam and great heads
Forum: Interior
05-15-2024, 10:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 486
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Hawks ABS headliner?

I've got the Hawks T top headliner in my car. Fits good but being as it gets pretty hot where I live in the summer it droops so I ended up having to put a screw in the center by the windshield to...
Forum: Interior
05-15-2024, 10:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 148
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Seat belt replacements

eBay will be your friend here
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-14-2024, 10:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 349
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: KYB Strut Bearing - Mismatch

I think you're worrying about nothing. Bolt them on and go
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-14-2024, 01:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 174
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Squeak/squeal when turning right?

Sounds like a ball joint
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-14-2024, 01:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 349
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: KYB Strut Bearing - Mismatch

Will they not bolt up at all?? I don't think I've ever heard of a height difference
Forum: Engine Swap
05-14-2024, 12:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 635
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Young buck, BROKE! Most viable v8 to swap?

If you're broke I'd look at something different then. The 3rd gen tax is gonna make you homeless
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-13-2024, 12:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,160
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Never Order Delphi Fuel Pump from Rock Auto

Summit Racing or Racetronix
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-12-2024, 04:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 518
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Good/better/best ignition wires...

I'm running D585 coils with the heat sink on them with some eBay plug wires on my turbo car. They work great
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-12-2024, 04:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 408
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Kansas City area engine swappers

In my opinion it's just a horrible idea to pay a shop to do any kind of engine/transmission swap project. If you can always do it yourself or even pay a buddy to give you a hand with it.

There's...
Forum: Brakes
05-07-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: rear backing plate swap

Is it more complex tho?? There had to be some good reasons as to why they went to a parking brake setup like the 98-02. And that design isn't just limited to those cars my 05 F150 has the same...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-06-2024, 01:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 761
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: My 91 Z28 Camaro Build

Good to know. I wonder if I should sell mine and get this one???? I have more use for the straight out design for the throttle body
Forum: Brakes
05-06-2024, 10:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: rear backing plate swap

Lol extra weight😆 a few extra grams isn't gonna be a make it or brake it deal
Forum: Engine Swap
05-06-2024, 10:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 538
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Iroc 5.7 vs ls

If I had to do mine all over again I would've just gone to a big block and hit it with a few pounds of boost. LS are amazing engines and they make big power but definitely be prepared to spend some...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-06-2024, 10:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 761
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: My 91 Z28 Camaro Build

I see that BTR Trinity intake has changed slightly. I've got one on my engine and it seems like my runners are shorter and where the throttle body bolts on is angled down at like 30 degrees or so....
Forum: Cooling
05-05-2024, 03:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 336
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Mounting pusher fan

I ordered a new radiator and fan, same stuff I've currently got in the car, I'm gonna use some of those little L shaped brackets and I have a few aluminum weld nuts laying around that I'll have...
Forum: Cooling
05-05-2024, 03:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 336
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Mounting pusher fan

I can't use puller fans as I've got a huge turbo in the way. Hence why I'm using a pusher fan. Keeping the engine cool isn't my problem at all. I got it figured out
Forum: Cooling
05-05-2024, 02:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 336
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Mounting pusher fan

It wasn't mounted directly on the radiator it had these little feet that go between the fan and radiator but they obviously disappeared when the fan left. Those L shaped feets look like a pretty good...
Forum: Cooling
05-05-2024, 12:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 336
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Mounting pusher fan

Lol thanks but my cooling was just fine. I'm just curious how a guy would get this mounted better.
Forum: Cooling
05-05-2024, 10:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 336
Posted By thatsupnow

Mounting pusher fan

Hey guys I ran into an issue last night on my drive where my pusher fan that was mounted thru the radiator with those little ties decided to come loose and not only destroyed itself but took my...
Forum: Fabrication
05-02-2024, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 257
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Fabricating complete dash assembly

Weld a tab up top or use a rivnut in the square tubing and put a bolt in. I think you can actually get complete fiberglass dash units
Forum: Power Adders
04-25-2024, 04:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 71
Posted By thatsupnow

Methanol injection, turbo car

Hey guys what's everybody's opinion on where to place nozzles?? Before or after the IAT sensor?? I'm leaning towards having them before the IAT sensor like 15-20 inches before.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-25-2024, 06:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,085
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

Ah okay that makes me feel a bit better. I've got a pretty good idea of what I need to do to get it to work but I've got other things to get done first. I'll revisit this a little later
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-25-2024, 12:06 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,085
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

So I just got home and checked out these Alston subframe connectors and boy oh boy do they good nice. I went to the car to check the fit and saw that they definitely won't fit with what I've got...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-18-2024, 12:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,323
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: BTR Trinity Intake Manifold LS3

Nope that's not me at all. And what's odd is that I swear I've seen this guy doing the same thing before
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-13-2024, 11:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,085
Posted By thatsupnow

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

Yea that's kinda what I figured. I have no problem welding stick just never really heard of people using stick only mig
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