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Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-15-2015, 04:26 PM
Replies: 2,654
Views: 1,757,013
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Im diggin the stance. What size and backspacing? Any spacers?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-15-2015, 04:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,301
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Let me see your black wheels!

I also like the rowhe bimmer wheels... They arent being made anymore they say but I have found more than a few sets.... New. ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-15-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,301
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Let me see your black wheels!

I like these... Maybe even in gloss black.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/850x850/80-xlr_nitro1_ca580375545798ca18985471d41e398d8c2f4ebb.png
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-15-2015, 12:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,301
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Let me see your black wheels!

The color combo is stock... Just a deep red IROC with gold and black trim.
As you can see, there is not much of an option for rim colors.
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-12-2015, 08:37 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 33,664
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 1991 Camaro Z28 1LE resto-mod project

Looking good! Wish I had that much time and money. Keep up the good work.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-11-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,301
Posted By TxTtopZ

Let me see your black wheels!

I think black wheels are overplayed, but since my car color combo is deep red with gold and black decals... Im somewhat in a pinch for some good wheels. Chrome just seems too clashy with the gold...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-02-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,566
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 9 Bolt Aftermarket Torque Arm

Yeah all the aftermarkets don't "just bolt up" - One of the guys at UMI didn't even know what a 9 bolt was!! I had to explain that they came on "certain" third gens with performance options. Not only...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-01-2015, 10:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,566
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 9 Bolt Aftermarket Torque Arm

Whatta jip. Anyway, Ive got a UMI adjustable... thinking I want a traclink.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-01-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,566
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 9 Bolt Aftermarket Torque Arm

I can see how it would hit the tunnel if lowered. I guess you were running the TQ arm relocation bracket on the transmission cross member?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-01-2015, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,566
Posted By TxTtopZ

9 Bolt Aftermarket Torque Arm

After doing some research, I have found numerous companies that do not specify that their TA fits a 9 bolt rear end. Some of them even say that "This will not fit the Borg Warner 9 Bolt Rear end...
Forum: Body
01-18-2015, 02:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,113
Posted By TxTtopZ

Doesn't change the fact the owner needs to be...

Doesn't change the fact the owner needs to be slapped bigger than Texas.
Forum: History / Originality
01-18-2015, 10:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,564
Posted By TxTtopZ

I wish my interior looked that good. Nice find,...

I wish my interior looked that good. Nice find, nice car.
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-18-2015, 09:14 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 33,664
Posted By TxTtopZ

Subscribed. Looking good so far Sir!

Subscribed. Looking good so far Sir!
Forum: History / Originality
01-18-2015, 12:02 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,252
Posted By TxTtopZ

Didn't offer a convertible g92 you mean? Because...

Didn't offer a convertible g92 you mean? Because I have an 89 g92 j65 n10 kc4 t5 car with a 305 but it's a hard top :)
Forum: History / Originality
01-17-2015, 07:21 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,252
Posted By TxTtopZ

Wasn't aware they made a G92 convertible

Wasn't aware they made a G92 convertible
Forum: Body
01-15-2015, 09:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,113
Posted By TxTtopZ

That's not a Texas thing. Please don't post trash...

That's not a Texas thing. Please don't post trash and refer to it as a Texas thing. That is all.
Forum: TPI
01-15-2015, 08:38 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 18,880
Posted By TxTtopZ

Not to come off topic, but real quick... What is...

Not to come off topic, but real quick... What is the cross section measure with AS&M runners?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-14-2015, 01:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,609
Posted By TxTtopZ

268 on a 110 would have some serious TQ. Can you...

268 on a 110 would have some serious TQ. Can you say wheel spin in 3rd? :)
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-13-2015, 10:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,609
Posted By TxTtopZ

Doesn't say rod size or piston compression...

Doesn't say rod size or piston compression height? Im not a fan of Eagle but that's another story. 260XFI looks like it might have too early intake closing event and create too much DCR.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-13-2015, 06:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,609
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Modified TPI Stroker Camshaft Selection

Yeah, looks like youre right on track with what were doing... I've dealt with Lloyd (Elliots port works) and that dude wont steer you wrong. Im not a fan of N20 but that doesnt mean I disagree with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-12-2015, 10:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,616
Posted By TxTtopZ

Yeah, I've read that too. Still would like a more...

Yeah, I've read that too. Still would like a more in depth data set for them. Like why GM recommends a flat top with fast burn etc
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,616
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Piston crown designs vs cylinder head chambers

I think this must be a typo on Summits part... but the question still remains.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 08:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,616
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Piston crown designs vs cylinder head chambers

PS... alky motors can use that dome... I cant do that. :) lol
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 08:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,616
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Piston crown designs vs cylinder head chambers

Yeah, I am aware of all that, thats pretty basic. I am talking more of a design standpoint. Will D-cup crowns prefer a closed chamber design due to centered and angled spark plugs, thus having the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 07:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,616
Posted By TxTtopZ

Piston crown designs vs cylinder head chambers

So I am doing some research on a stroker motor in another thread (to get my mind off the fact the Cowboys lost due to a refs crap call).... and I am concerned about the 2 pistons offered by KB that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 02:07 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

This is why I specd out the cam given the earlier specs on what cam would work good. Its a 1800-5800 cam. It will work :)

If you go for a smaller cam as stated earlier your going to run into...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

Mojoe... I have been using the actual cam card for when the intake closes to where it start s actually building DCR. An open valve will not create any compression that is substantial enough. For...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 12:46 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

Playoffs buddy. Greenbay and so far its looking ok. Were unbeaten on the road, and they are at home.. It should be a great game.

http://www.wallaceracing.com/dynamic-cr.php
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 12:34 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

Figure...

Enter Bore/Stroke Designation Type
1 = Inches 2 = Millimeters 1
Enter Cylinder Bore Size 3.766
Enter Piston Stroke Length 3.750
Enter Head Gasket Bore Diameter 4.030
Enter...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 11:20 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

This is exactly the problem I was having.. Not enough piston selection to do it the way I wanted. The quench seems higher than I want in your model as well. If it were perfect... I'd want at least a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-11-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

You mean youre not going to do what everyone else does these days and just put a turbo on it?? Geez, your wasting your time and money! ;)
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-10-2015, 10:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,505
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: February 2015 COTM **Nominations**

brando278705 - I nominate him just because I dont think I have ever seen a deep red IROC win COTM.
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
01-10-2015, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 820
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Stolen from North Georgia

These cars were always on the radar for parts and a joy ride. I suspect they may go back up possibly due to being wanted again... I hope they catch the little bastards that did it and cut their balls...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-10-2015, 10:10 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

Here are some shots of Trick Flow 175cc heads on a 305 bored 0.030" over (3.766" bore). Via Casey butt

First with 1.94" and 1.50" valves seated. The combustion chambers measure 3.955" across at...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-10-2015, 09:48 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

Bore notching for valve unshrouding
329256 (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/rocobra/media/305notch2.jpg.html)

329257 (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/rocobra/media/305notch1.jpg.html)
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-10-2015, 09:20 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

I also have a file showing the TFS heads on a 305. From the mains. :) The valves appear to be moved for less shrouding. Again, on the ol lap top. I'll dig that crap up if this thread shows any...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-10-2015, 09:10 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,783
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 (305) Stroker Options.... No FLAMING!

Sorry I am late to the party. I always love these heated discussions (not rly) - To the OP, I can tell you I LOVE the idea of a stroked 305 TPI. The lower ci seems it makes better use of the TPI from...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
11-10-2014, 07:05 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 39,109
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: TPiS MiniRam Owners, experiences wanted.

Vincent, the member who made the external idle control manifold and drilled the intake said the blms were at 128 and from his other posts it seems he has the tuning concept down fairly well... Yes, I...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
11-09-2014, 10:02 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 39,109
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: TPiS MiniRam Owners, experiences wanted.

Im a little taken by the fact you had to go through all that for a good idle??
It seems to me (and I have virtually NO experience with TPIS MR intakes) that they would have taken care of this issue...
Forum: Classified Ads Feedback Board
07-14-2014, 07:02 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,767
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Attack on my credibility, My side of the story

Lock this **** up TGO! You don't want to be drug through a court hearing for not doing your job.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-13-2014, 09:10 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 117,404
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Stock T5 (T-5) Upgrade options (No we are not throwing the T5 away until it break

This thread must have 9 lives.

I've owned MANY fox body Mustangs, and 2 F-bodies with a T5. I made ALL my T5's last. I even bought 2 cars with problem transmissions and had them rebuilt, and they...
Forum: Classified Ads Feedback Board
07-10-2014, 06:15 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,767
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Attack on my credibility, My side of the story

Really sucks to see this happen in the community. In the returned light pics I see posted, I see that the actual punctures look to be the same distance a part on both lenses. Maybe like the actual...
Forum: Members Firebirds
07-03-2014, 12:55 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 37,107
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: NCC-2569's 1990 Trans Am (pic-heavy)

Good to see people over-seas giving these cars the time and money they deserve. Keep at it and you should have a killer ride thats virtually nowhere else to be found over there.
Forum: Southern California Area
07-03-2014, 12:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,406
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Tpi terr and friends

Awesome picture! I just made it my work screen saver. Who's blue Camaro is that on the right? The wheels/stance looks perfect in that pic. Any information on this car anywere?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-02-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 819
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: Trixy is being fickle again...

Shuttering and weird rhythm, loss of power, shaky engine... You have a misfire my friend. Either spark induced or possibly a fuel injector issue. Do your tune up, then start unplugging injectors...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,612
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 flat top forged pistons.

True there. I have seen what some 210cc Fast Burns can do on a 308ci via David Kauffung. That motor peaked at 6700?? 394hp IIRC.

Fast - I always value your input as you back 305's and somehow you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2014, 05:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,612
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 flat top forged pistons.

Yeah, your still talking at least $1800.00 plus machining for a 305. For 1800 bucks I could have some AFR 205's ready for a 383 and probably money left over...

Come on guys, lets keep this...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2014, 04:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,612
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 flat top forged pistons.

No dude. That would make the heads dedicated to THAT motor and possibly render them useless for another build later. Trust me, I want to do it but I am not going to blow $1500.00 on a set of heads...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2014, 03:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,612
Posted By TxTtopZ

Re: 334 flat top forged pistons.

:lol:

Do E-tecs require a vortec style base? If so you have just combined all the expenses of an aluminum head with running vortecs. Stuff aint cheap.

The other heads I thought about were...
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