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Forum: North East Region
08-24-2016, 01:32 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 16,969
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Post info for ANY car shows in your area!

See my recent posts to this board...Monday night and Wednesday night open cruises in Stamford, CT.
Forum: North East Region
08-24-2016, 01:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 877
Posted By Looksthakill

Cruise Night tonight in Stamford, CT - Ponus Yacht Club, Stamford

Hey Guys,

This is another weekly cruise night in Stamford, CT. Just started this year. I hear it's pretty good. I am bringing my 3rd Gen there tonight.
...
Forum: North East Region
08-24-2016, 01:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,841
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Cruise Night tonight - Stamford, CT, Burger King, High Ridge Road

No, the cruise is open to ANY car, with no year restrictions. There are typically cars from every decade there...1930s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, etc...right up to modern stuff, and even some brand...
Forum: North East Region
08-22-2016, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,841
Posted By Looksthakill

Cruise Night tonight - Stamford, CT, Burger King, High Ridge Road

Hey Guys,

If you are in the greater Stamford, CT area, then come down to the Cruise Night at Burger King on High Ridge Road in Stamford, CT, tonight, Monday, 8/22/2016. Cruise Nights are on every...
Forum: Exhaust
04-17-2016, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,016
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Will the Flowmaster Cat Back 17233 fit on a pre-1986 Third Gen?

Thank you for the responses guys!
Forum: Exhaust
04-15-2016, 03:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,016
Posted By Looksthakill

Will the Flowmaster Cat Back 17233 fit on a pre-1986 Third Gen?

Thanks for checking out my thread! :thanks:According to the Flow Master site (and others, such as Jegs), the Flowmaster 17233 Cat Back is designed for 1986 and later Third Gens.

I have a 1985...
Forum: South East Region
10-24-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,125
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: I need a good tune in Charlotte, NC area, Holley Stealth Ram installed...

Just spoke to that guy at PCMforless. He will burn a chip, but he says he won't tune my car. They only tune 1998 and up on their dyno.
Forum: South East Region
10-24-2011, 06:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 546
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: [NC] Help? Buyer looking for help assessing 84 IROC

I agree with an earlier post. I do not believe that there was an IROC in 1984. May be just decals added to the car. Without seeing the car, tough to say about the value. I am not an expert per...
Forum: South East Region
10-24-2011, 05:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,125
Posted By Looksthakill

I need a good tune in Charlotte, NC area, Holley Stealth Ram installed...

Hey Guys,

I installed my HSR over the past year, plus headers, custom chip, cam, etc. I would like to have the car tuned by a shop with a dyno, etc. The car is running strong and fast, but I...
Forum: South East Region
10-24-2011, 05:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 934
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: gastonia or charlotte or belmont

I am definitely up for a cruise. Post here if anyone is meeting up...I am in South Charlotte.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
10-09-2011, 11:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,333
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Bucking bronco problems

I am thinking that it may be one of these culprits on my car, but I have not tested any of them yet. Just a guess. Let me know what you guys think:
1. Adjustable fuel pressure regulator. I have...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-26-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,333
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Bucking bronco problems

Hey Willis, did you ever figure this out?
Forum: Camaros for Sale
08-26-2011, 07:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,614
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: 1986 IROC-Z T tops

Hey Dude. Sounds like you and I are selling cars that are very similar. Good luck!
Forum: Camaros for Sale
08-26-2011, 06:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 817
Posted By Looksthakill

1986 Z28 5.0 Auto with HSR, Headers, other mods - $4200 - Charlotte, NC area

Hi. Car is still for sale. I have now lowered the asking price to $4200.

See link below for more pics: I am selling my 1986 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 with a modified 5.0 litre fuel injected V8. The...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-26-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 925
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Starts, runs great for 5 mins, then SES light and bogging for 5 mins, then runs f

I replaced the coolant temperature sensor, no luck. By the way, thanks for the response Orr89. Yes, the 9th injector is deleted, and I have a custom chip with the appropriate switch set for that. ...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-07-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 925
Posted By Looksthakill

Starts, runs great for 5 mins, then SES light and bogging for 5 mins, then runs fine?

Hey Guys, :thumbsup:

Title says it all. HSR conversion. Starts, runs great for 5 mins, then SES light and bogging for 5 mins, then runs fine. I just reset the IAC, and I am going to see if...
Forum: Brakes
07-06-2011, 10:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,795
Posted By Looksthakill

Parking Brake Not working right: 86 Z28, rear disc

Hello,

I have an 86 Z28 with rear discs, and the parking brake grabs a little when applied, but not quite enough to "hold" the car from moving when in gear (automatic). This will not pass safety...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-06-2011, 06:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 395
Posted By Looksthakill

Tires or Tires and Wheels wanted

Hi. I have a 1986 Z28 with IROC wheels. Looking primarily for stock IROC tires (245 50 16), but if you have wheels and tires, then I would consider them (Cragars, American Racing, or 15" Z28...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
06-06-2011, 06:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,179
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: FS: ATP wheels 18x9 19x11

Hey, I am in Charlotte. Still got the wheels and tires for sale?
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
05-26-2011, 10:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,289
Posted By Looksthakill

PCV Routing on an HSR swap? Help please.

Hi!

I currently do not have ANY PCV valve setup on my HSR swap...just two breathers. I want to get the PCV working again.

* Any suggestions on routing, connections, etc? Your input would be...
Forum: TPI
05-23-2011, 07:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,041
Posted By Looksthakill

TPS adjustment fixed my rough running HSR setup...

Hey Guys,

Thought I would post a recent experience I had with my 86 5.0 HSR.

After a couple of months of solid running, I started getting intermittent Service Engine Soon lights, and rough...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-20-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 503
Posted By Looksthakill

TPI Parts- Plenum, runners, 9th injector, manifold, fuel rail

This are the stock TPI parts that I pulled off of my 1986 Chevrolet Z28 305. Parts include:
Plenum,
Runners,
9th injector,
Lower manifold,
Fuel rail,
8 injectors.

Make offer for...
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-06-2011, 06:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,035
Posted By Looksthakill

ALDL Cable / scanner for my 1986 TPI?

Hello,

I want to be able to take some readings from my ECM. Recently installed an HSR, etc. I want to do some tuning based on real-timing sensor readings, etc. Knock counts, etc.

Any...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
03-05-2011, 05:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 599
Posted By Looksthakill

HSR Problem: Figured out.

Well, after messing with my Fuel Pressure, IAC, and TPS, I FINALLY hooked up a timing light to make sure that I had set my base timing correctly when I put the engine back together. Guess what? I...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-21-2011, 10:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,005
Posted By Looksthakill

HSR - Fuel pressure: Running vs. not Running

Hello,

For HSR guys, please share your Fuel pressure when running, vs. not running. Also, please share your base timing.

Mine is a 1986 305, stock heads, with performance cam and HSR.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 08:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,657
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: HSR:Swap from large-cap to small-cap distributor-WHERE/How did you mount the coil

I ended up mounting on the sheet metal over the firewall, as a lot of other guys have, under one of the bracket bolts on the passenger side.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 08:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 677
Posted By Looksthakill

HSR - First start today: Success.

Hey Guys,

Got the car running today. HSR, cam, headers, exhaust, chip, etc, etc.

Started on thh first crank. Couple of points that might help others:


Set fuel pressure to 45 PSI.
...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 08:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 744
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: HSR Swappers in here please - What is this? Where does it go?

Thanks for the posts guys. I got it running today! Started right up!!! HSR, cam, headers, exhaust, etc, etc. Yee-haw! ;)
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 08:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,895
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Question HSR Swap with stock Throttle Body.

Thank you for the response Vettoz. I got the car running today. Now I need to tune and tweak.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 02:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,895
Posted By Looksthakill

Question HSR Swap with stock Throttle Body.

Hello,

With the original TPI setup, there was a small, U-shaped hose that went from the intake manifold into the bottom of the Throttle Body.

* Question: Do I need to run something to this...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 02:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 744
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: HSR Swappers in here please - What is this? Where does it go?

Looks like this was indeed the "cold start" or ninth injector. thanks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2011, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,014
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Can someone please tell me what this sensor is?

Black, single wire, driver's side. Any ideas? THANKS!!!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2011, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,014
Posted By Looksthakill

Can someone please tell me what this sensor is?

Hi!

Have a look if you don't mind. THANKS! Can you also tell me where it goes? Thanks!

;)
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 744
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: HSR Swappers in here please - What is this? Where does it go?

Hey JMD, I don't see anything in there on this. Is this the 9th injector???
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-13-2011, 10:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 744
Posted By Looksthakill

HSR Swappers in here please - What is this? Where does it go?

Hey Guys. Thank you for checking out my thread.

Please see attached. What is this? Is this the IAS? Where does it mount on an HSR?:huh:

Got any photos to share?
Please advise. Many...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-11-2011, 10:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,015
Posted By Looksthakill

I should complete my HSR install this weekend...any tips or recommendations?

Hey Guys,

Since October, I have been spending my free time working on my 1986 5.0 TPI to Holley Stealth Ram conversion. Well, I am very close to completing! Woo hoo! I hope to be ready to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-24-2011, 12:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,630
Posted By Looksthakill

Smog Pump Delete on 86 TPI 305 - Alternator mounting?

Hello,

I am putting my 1986 TPI 305 back together after my HSR install, and I have elininated the AIR system. The Alternator bracket was bolted together with the SMOG pump originally, and I am...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
01-17-2011, 10:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,256
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: HSR - Can someone please clarify the exact fuel line adapters required?

Thank you guys. I ordered everything that IROC5.7 mentioned...EXCEPT I am getting custom made steel braided hoses. Will let you guys know how it goes!
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
01-17-2011, 02:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,256
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: HSR - Can someone please clarify the exact fuel line adapters required?

Thanks guys. Correct me if I am wrong, but I thought that the SMALLER 5/16" steel tube was the feed, and that LARGER3/8" steel tube was the return. Do I have that right???
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
01-16-2011, 12:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,256
Posted By Looksthakill

HSR - Can someone please clarify the exact fuel line adapters required?

Hello Guys,

I am completing my HSR install in my 1986 Z28 TPI. To adapt the stock fuel feed and return hard line fittings to 3/8 inch fuel injection hose, I have seen the fittings described as:...
Forum: Exhaust
01-09-2011, 10:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,279
Posted By Looksthakill

Hooker 2460 Headers with Doug's Y Pipe: FITMENT ISSUES

Hey Guys,

Tried installing my headers and Y pipe today. I have the Hooker 2460s, and a Doug's D901 Y pipe. Long story short, the Y pipe flanges DO NOT line up with the headers. Not close. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-21-2010, 08:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 591
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: TPI HSR Guys, what is this?

I'm sorry irocstangs, I misinterpreted. No hard feelings I hope. ;-)
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-20-2010, 06:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,109
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: Couple pics form HSR install

Pondriver, can you please tell me what type of brackets you used to mount your remote coil?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-19-2010, 10:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 591
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: TPI HSR Guys, what is this?

Hey IROC stangs, not sure if you were being sarcastic with your comment on my car, but FYI, I purchased the car, knowing it was a Z28. At some point (between 1986 and the day I purchased it),...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-19-2010, 10:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 844
Posted By Looksthakill

Re: My Junkyard Mission - SUCCESS! Small Cap Wiring Harness

xx, I did not happen to notice what was in the back.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-19-2010, 01:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 844
Posted By Looksthakill

My Junkyard Mission - SUCCESS! Small Cap Wiring Harness

Went to a "pick it yourself" junkyard this morning in Rock Hill, SC. Looky at the donor car I found! Got my small cal distributor wiring harness! Woo hoo! Felt bad for this old 92 (?) Third Gen. Wish...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-18-2010, 02:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 960
Posted By Looksthakill

This fitting/sensor is in my way on HSR swap...

Please see attached pic at link below. Is this the oil pressure sensor/sender? The fitting that goes into the rear of the engine block is blocking my HSR intake manifold. I may need to get another...
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