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Forum: V6
03-22-2020, 10:50 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

As far as the engine goes, look into tuning. I use moates stuff. Possibly a cam swap. Exhaust. Good tires. These would be good places to start.

if handling is your thing, subframe connectors are...
Forum: V6
03-21-2020, 10:50 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

having done this, I would advise to steer clear of it. There are so many other better options if you’re after speed. However if you’re really wanting to do it then be ready to do quite a bit of...
Forum: V6
06-03-2018, 01:30 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

I tore into the engine today. Did a compression test and they all came out at 165-170. Regapped the plugs. Still ran way rich, so I pulled the injectors. When I flipped the rail over with the...
Forum: V6
05-25-2018, 10:01 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Here is an update. Sorry, no video. while tuning i got the car running really well but once it would heat up it would go way lean. if i drove 30-40 minutes then parked for 5, when i started it up it...
Forum: V6
04-16-2018, 07:39 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

This is the ADX and XDF file I use. didnt know i had to zip the files to upload.
Forum: V6
04-16-2018, 07:35 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Although it has been running great im pretty annoyed with the injectors and how loud they are. They are supposedly off a volvo turbo engine and have been cleaned up. If i were to switch to something...
Forum: V6
04-16-2018, 07:30 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Here is the bin I have been working on. Ive got it running pretty good but just a little rich. I have a manual boost valve adjusted to max me out at 14psi.
Forum: V6
03-15-2018, 06:38 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Looks like im getting 13-14" at hot idle. ive checked everywhere for a vacuum leak and cant seem to find one. I got the IAC to command 35 steps at a hot idle by adjusting the throttle blade. it looks...
Forum: V6
03-12-2018, 08:46 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Hot idle commanded IAC is showing 0 and actual IAC shows 0 as well. If i remember right, on a TBI system you wanted at least a few steps. Are these v6s the same or is 0 alright? With the pu/mi...
Forum: V6
03-10-2018, 09:15 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

I will look at the hot idle commanded iac later today. Playing around with the pulse divisor I changed it from 1974 up to 4000 because I know that's a common gm pulse per mile and was about double my...
Forum: V6
03-09-2018, 01:39 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Fasteddi, tuning question. I noticed my MPH in tunerpro wasnt responding. i compared it to your tune and you had magnetic vss checked. i tried that and the tunerpro gauge was active but doubled my...
Forum: V6
03-09-2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Sorry i havent updated in a while. Ive been driving the car to work and back to work on the tune. it gets better everyday. my main problem with it is im lazy and havent fixed up my wideband O2 to...
Forum: V6
02-17-2018, 12:00 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

I will post videos soon. Im getting it registered this coming week along with an alignment. switching from an automatic to a manual must have thrown off the front end quite a bit more than i thought....
Forum: V6
02-05-2018, 10:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 690
Posted By mccl6927

Re: Problems with emissions testing

When mine didn't pass it was because a broken bolt at the exhaust manifold was causing an exhaust leak. Check for that.
Forum: V6
01-30-2018, 08:11 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Got the exhaust done. looks and sounds great. just used a high flow cat and a Thrush turbo muffler. 2.5" all the way back.

I hit another setback though. I had to order another Burn2 from moates as...
Forum: V6
01-28-2018, 09:49 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1500x2000/80-img_20180127_172933268_1c82745ad54111bed0dc684a1e18cc72c94c397e.jpgGot the exhaust all welded up. I made a point to disconnect it...
Forum: V6
01-20-2018, 08:33 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_20180120_144850369_5ea96253d3f1d5271736c32bf9397b07613fdb44.jpg...
Forum: V6
01-20-2018, 08:23 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Thanks for the starter Bin. I will try it out and as always be very careful at first with it. I think i got mine running pretty good. I am noticing that it will run great for a while then get hot and...
Forum: V6
01-13-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Looking at the base tune you have there and my current tune I see that our EGR injector constants are 98 vs. 114. My VE table is about twice as high as yours though. looking even further, my injector...
Forum: V6
01-11-2018, 06:56 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Sorry that i haven't updated in a while. The throw out bearing in my Blazer blew up and I have been focusing on getting that fixed as its my main mode. Its always something.

I really appreciate...
Forum: V6
01-02-2018, 07:38 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Complete engine rebuild. Gapped the piston rings slightly larger, i cant remember what but i think it was recommended for turbo setups by someone here. the heads were lightly ported/touched up,...
Forum: V6
12-29-2017, 10:50 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

i'll try that for my wideband. the website i got it from has voltage to afr conversion table so i can use that. its called APSX and the website is like wideband .com or something. its an el cheapo...
Forum: V6
12-27-2017, 04:57 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

It dropped a few inches of snow here and has been hovering in the low teens for temps, which set me back a bit. I dont have a vac gauge so i looked at my MAP sensor to see if maybe it would give me...
Forum: V6
12-24-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1004x933/80-iac_settings_716525a1f0da89c7d5964b819b61f24b9c76cddb.png
Forum: V6
12-24-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

I will check for vacuum leaks. This seems very plausible and could explain the slight oil leak coming from the back of the engine. lower intake manifold? i will check the IAC tomorrow if i get a...
Forum: V6
12-23-2017, 04:18 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Another Update. Ive been working on the tune mostly. it runs rich across the board so im lowering my bpc vs EGR constant. it runs extremely rich at idle so i pulled a bit of fuel out in my VE table....
Forum: V6
12-04-2017, 07:58 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 31,484
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Build

Bringing this one back from the dead. I am tonymcc3's brother and have been working on the car with him from day one. I have the car now and am finally getting to the point where i can work on it....
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-14-2016, 05:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 479
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 7730 v8 memcal

How much?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-04-2016, 06:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 479
Posted By mccl6927

7730 v8 memcal

Im looking for a 7730 memcal for a v8. I have the ecm but it was shipped to me with a v6 memcal in it. Any sellers out there? location is Wilder, Idaho.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-19-2016, 12:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,154
Posted By mccl6927

Re: Parting out 87 Iroc 305TPI auto

Hey, we have a problem. The 7730 you sent me has a V6 memcal in it. Strange that it came from a 305 TPI. How are we going to fix this?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-04-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,154
Posted By mccl6927

Re: Parting out 87 Iroc 305TPI auto

Im looking for a 7730 ECM (with prom) shipped to 83676. maybe wiring harness as well.
Forum: DIY PROM
06-14-2015, 12:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,009
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 7427 mpfi troubles

So that was exactly my problem. I dont know why i was confused in thinking the memcal mod was redundant and unnecessary. Now, off to tuning the beast. Thank you for your help.
Forum: DIY PROM
06-13-2015, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,009
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 7427 mpfi troubles

well shoooooot. I'll go fix that then report back. hopefully this is my only problem and others may learn from a stupid mistake.
Forum: DIY PROM
06-13-2015, 01:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,009
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 7427 mpfi troubles

i bypassed the two resistors, which i think ill check again just to be sure the solder held, but i didnt do the memcal jumper. As i understood this was not needed.
Forum: DIY PROM
06-13-2015, 01:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,009
Posted By mccl6927

7427 mpfi troubles

So i think i need to finally ask for help. i have a 350 running on a 7427 pcm. i swapped over to TPI and am having a hard time getting this thing to run properly. ive searched and searched and have...
Forum: V6
12-16-2014, 10:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 509
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 1991 camaro won't start

check your spark plug wires to be sure they are in the correct order.

since starting fluid ignites, youre getting spark and that is good.

Check your fuel pressure. parts stores rent this setup...
Forum: V6
12-08-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 870
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Oil feed Line

Good lord, you guys are making this so easy that I'm going to second guess myself and make it hard somehow. Thank you all for the input!
Forum: V6
12-07-2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 870
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 3.1L Turbo Oil feed Line

I see. I'll probably end up doing that. I guess i wont have to worry about that sensor sticking out too far because the exhaust goes around the front of the engine. e-bay oil line feed kits... Crap?...
Forum: V6
12-07-2014, 03:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 870
Posted By mccl6927

3.1L Turbo Oil feed Line

This seems like a quick and simple question for you Turbo guys. Im buying materials for an oil feed line on a turbo setup, 92 3.1l. Looking down at the oil filter i notice that there is a threaded...
Forum: V6
11-18-2014, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 480
Posted By mccl6927

Re: Spark Issue, runs for 1 min then no spark

I had a similar issue in a 92 3.1 rs. After a strange turn of events i ended up grabbing the ecm just right with the key on and everything turned on. If I gave the ECM a slight flex the car would...
Forum: TBI
11-05-2014, 07:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,406
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 1990 camaro rs mpg (surprised)

Ive hit 29mpg a number of times doing the Boise valley-Moscow trip here in Idaho, never could get 30 though. i used a 7747 ecm from a truck and used the lean cruise but didnt go all out on it. I...
Forum: TBI
10-06-2014, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 642
Posted By mccl6927

Re: is this normal, fuel injectors

I know these are different injectors but TBI injectors make about the same sound, just much quieter. Watch the video at the bottom of this link. Is that your sound?
...
Forum: TBI
10-06-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,406
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 1990 camaro rs mpg (surprised)

I have a 350 tbi from an 89 suburban in my 88 trans am. 700r4, headers, custom 2 1/2"-3" exhaust, 15psi fuel pressure, k&n air filter, aluminum drive shaft, custom tune on a 7427 PCM. i get 19-22 in...
Forum: TBI
10-04-2014, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 9,269
Posted By mccl6927

Re: vortec cam TBI

Thank you for the info!
Forum: TBI
10-02-2014, 10:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 9,269
Posted By mccl6927

vortec cam TBI

So ive searched and searched and cant find the info im looking for. i have a 350 TBI setup from a truck which i can tune the PCM. I was wondering if id gain much in torque/grunt if i switched to a...
Forum: TPI
09-18-2014, 11:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 612
Posted By mccl6927

Re: 92 TPI 305 top 350 bottom tuning issues

Or at least learn to tune your ECM. tell it to feed a 350 and let it know you have 19lb injectors. It will run but wont be near as powerful at higher rpms.

I ran a 350 tbi engine with 350...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-02-2014, 10:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 394
Posted By mccl6927

Re: did a headgasket job and now no spark?

check all your grounds that may have been bolted to the heads.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-04-2014, 02:40 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 113,114
Posted By mccl6927

Re: assault racing 200cc 64cc chamber heads ( dart copys)

Im excited to see how these turn out for you. I was looking at them the other day thinking they have surely got to be better than my 150k+ mile ported swirl ports. Id love to buy the best money can...
Forum: TBI
01-30-2014, 01:08 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,909
Posted By mccl6927

Re: radically wrong tbi

check/clean the EGR valve.
Forum: Interior
01-21-2014, 10:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 527
Posted By mccl6927

Re: LED Dash LIght Radius??

i got the 5th one down, WLED-x4-x but in red for my firebird. 90 degree, they are plenty bright and in fact i turn the dimmer down a bit. I also got them in blue but for my 89 blazer, which is a...
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