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Forum: DIY PROM
03-05-2003, 05:36 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,895
Posted By Glen

I want to add my thanks for all of your effort...

I want to add my thanks for all of your effort and wanted to let you know that I emailed you a revised copy of the 1227730_8d.ecu file. I posted a seperate thread in this forum to let anyone know...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-05-2003, 04:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 312
Posted By Glen

1227730_8dm.ecu

I just added the Torque Converter Clutch 3rd and 4th gear lock/unlock constants to the 1227730_8d.ecu, called it 1227730_8dm.ecu (m for modified) and sent it to Mark Mansur. I don't have a website...
Forum: South West Region
10-09-2002, 09:23 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 3,072
Posted By Glen

87th Ave. and Indian School Rd. Welcome!

87th Ave. and Indian School Rd.

Welcome!
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-09-2002, 09:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,121
Posted By Glen

Thanks again Stephen.

Thanks again Stephen.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-08-2002, 01:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,121
Posted By Glen

Thank you both for the comments. I did'nt want...

Thank you both for the comments. I did'nt want to pay my money and then fail tech inspection on test and tune night. Stephen, is it your opinion that I can use lug nuts that are closed on the end,...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-07-2002, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,121
Posted By Glen

Rear Wheel studs

I have a 1988 IROC disc break rear end and have mounted a pair of MT sportsman pros and tubes on some stock IROC wheels. When I run at the track I think that they will require open lug nuts. What...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-18-2002, 09:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,413
Posted By Glen

Thanks! That's good news. Now all I need to buy...

Thanks! That's good news. Now all I need to buy are some hardened push rods.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-17-2002, 10:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,413
Posted By Glen

Thanks for the reply. I was under the impression...

Thanks for the reply. I was under the impression that you had two choices. One, use self aligning rockers or two, use non self aligning rockers with guide plates and hardened pushrods. Just...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-16-2002, 08:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,413
Posted By Glen

SR Torquer 87+ heads and guide plates?

Anyone using these heads with hardened pushrods and guide plates? I have some Crane non-self aligning rocker arms for center bolt heads and want to know if I can put the guide plates under the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-08-2002, 12:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 659
Posted By Glen

Well, even though you have a 383 I think the...

Well, even though you have a 383 I think the duration of your cam is a bit long. 220/230 with a minimum of 0.5 inch lift should be o.k. But...........your intake setup is going to have to go. ...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-06-2002, 07:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 730
Posted By Glen

Thanks again Craig

Thanks again Craig
Forum: DIY PROM
03-05-2002, 12:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 730
Posted By Glen

Thank you Craig Moates and a question for you

Thanks Craig for the effort producing the ALDL programs. I finally managed to get an old laptop and build a two transistor cable. I gathered my first data files and couldn't be happier to have a...
Forum: DIY PROM
02-20-2002, 12:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 672
Posted By Glen

Thanks for the Post! I'm sure all of us WinBin...

Thanks for the Post! I'm sure all of us WinBin users appreciate it.:D
Forum: Engine Swap
02-08-2002, 12:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 875
Posted By Glen

Does NJ have emissions testing? If so you may...

Does NJ have emissions testing? If so you may consider a ZZ4 short block and reuse your TPI setup with some 22 or 24lb/hr injectors. Be careful about your choice of components if it will be a daily...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-14-2001, 12:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,166
Posted By Glen

I noticed you're from good ol' California. Don't...

I noticed you're from good ol' California. Don't forget to consider emissions when choosing your combination. If you don't have to worry about it, I'm jealous big time!

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Red...
Forum: TPI
08-19-2001, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 540
Posted By Glen

On the inside of the front cover of my AutoXray...

On the inside of the front cover of my AutoXray users manual there is an important notice that instructs you to run your unit for 2 hours to run off the higher than normal voltage that new batteries...
Forum: DIY PROM
08-11-2001, 07:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 830
Posted By Glen

I just recently purchased a 1989 IROC memcal that...

I just recently purchased a 1989 IROC memcal that was for a 350 TPI /700-R4 with a 3.27 rear end. It was labeled AUJN. I don't know if it is the most recent or not though. By the way, thanks for...
Forum: DIY PROM
08-08-2001, 01:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,404
Posted By Glen

Thanks for the effort and the information. I...

Thanks for the effort and the information. I have been following this thread and I intend on using your info. Thanks again!

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Red '85 MPFI V-6 T-5 Sport Coupe (bought new),now...
Forum: DIY PROM
08-05-2001, 01:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 537
Posted By Glen

Make sure that you have the normally open...

Make sure that you have the normally open (N.O.)switch option selected or the fan will run all of the time when you turn the ignition key on. There is really no way that you will be happy for all...
Forum: DIY PROM
08-05-2001, 01:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 537
Posted By Glen

Just a suggestion. You can just pull out the 3...

Just a suggestion. You can just pull out the 3 Amp Crank fuse from the fuse block to disable the 9th injector circuit if you don't want to get into the plumbing mods. It disables the cold start...
Forum: TPI
07-12-2001, 01:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 502
Posted By Glen

I don't think that I got a great deal but just...

I don't think that I got a great deal but just for reference sake I paid $1500 for an 88 IROC L98 with 700-R4 attached. It included all of the accessories (still mounted), harness/computer and all. ...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-09-2001, 01:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 563
Posted By Glen

Don't forget that your 86 TPI manifold base...

Don't forget that your 86 TPI manifold base center two mounting faces are at the wrong angle for those 91 cylinder heads.

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Red '85 MPFI V-6 T-5 Sport Coupe (bought new),now an...
Forum: Electronics
07-03-2001, 10:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Glen

Well, the short answer is no they are not the...

Well, the short answer is no they are not the same. In February I just finished putting in an 88 350 setup in my 85 sport coupe and had to reroute at least a dozen wires and could not have done it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-19-2001, 11:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 638
Posted By Glen

Your title for this post was about the location...

Your title for this post was about the location of the coolant "sensor" but your post asks about the coolant "sender". The coolant temp 'sensor' is located on the front edge of the intake manifold...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-19-2001, 12:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 743
Posted By Glen

There is a fuel pump cutoff switch by the oil...

There is a fuel pump cutoff switch by the oil filter that shuts the fuel pump off if the oil pressure goes below 4 psi. The ECM has nothing to do with this function. I just had to replace the oil...
Forum: TPI
06-16-2001, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 527
Posted By Glen

The stock 22 lb/hr. are adequate up to 450hp...

The stock 22 lb/hr. are adequate up to 450hp according to TPIS. Bump the pressure to 50 lb. and go for it.

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Red '85 MPFI V-6 T-5 Sport Coupe (bought new),now an IROC in sheeps...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-11-2001, 01:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 590
Posted By Glen

If you substitute a switch for your jumper you...

If you substitute a switch for your jumper you wouldn't need a switch rated for 20 amps. The switch/jumper only controls the fan relay coil which is less than an amp.

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Red '85...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-06-2001, 01:37 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 10,146
Posted By Glen

What a drag. I just ordered their insider hints...

What a drag. I just ordered their insider hints book. I thought it might be worth a look but sounds like they got to me.

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Red '85 MPFI V-6 T-5 Sport Coupe (bought new),now an...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-05-2001, 11:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 336
Posted By Glen

Buy some new bearings, put on your startup lube...

Buy some new bearings, put on your startup lube and slap em in. You'll sleep better at night knowing that there are new bearings in there and $20.00 is a very cheap price to pay for a warm fuzzy...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-02-2001, 11:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 474
Posted By Glen

One more thing. Don't even attempt to do this...

One more thing. Don't even attempt to do this without the GM shop manual. I had both the 85 and the 88 shop manuals before I attempted my swap. The electrical diagrams are priceless. I had...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-02-2001, 11:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 474
Posted By Glen

I just finished mine in February and I can tell...

I just finished mine in February and I can tell you it costs a LOT of money. However, every time that I fire it up and hear that wonderful sound I realize it was worth it. Definitely do it yourself...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-02-2001, 10:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 486
Posted By Glen

If this ZZ4 block is like my 88 L-98, the brass...

If this ZZ4 block is like my 88 L-98, the brass sensor on the block on the passenger side is the knock sensor. The computer actually tests this during operation and if it doesn't respond (wire off)...
Forum: TPI
05-30-2001, 01:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 829
Posted By Glen

Edelbrock TES and a regular Bosch sensor works...

Edelbrock TES and a regular Bosch sensor works like a champ!

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Red '85 MPFI V-6 T-5 Sport Coupe (bought new),now an IROC in sheeps clothing.
Rebuilt and installed '88 IROC L-98...
Forum: TPI
05-30-2001, 12:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 704
Posted By Glen

Eddie, you still have the old EGR issue to deal...

Eddie, you still have the old EGR issue to deal with. Check out that website again with all of the heads listed. I'm telling you the SR Torquers may not be the hottest but they are solid performers...
Forum: TPI
05-26-2001, 06:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

Just checking new signature ...

Just checking new signature

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Red '85 MPFI V-6 T-5 Sport Coupe (bought new),now an IROC in sheeps clothing.
Rebuilt and installed '88 IROC L-98 TPI,700-R4,3.27 posi/disk...
Forum: TPI
05-25-2001, 10:35 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

I ended up putting World SR Torquers on my car...

I ended up putting World SR Torquers on my car because they were emissions compliant even though they are a compromise in performance. With the 110* heat here in the summer and the fact that I have...
Forum: TPI
05-21-2001, 01:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

Are the Dart heads emissions compliant? Do they...

Are the Dart heads emissions compliant? Do they have the crossovers? If not, what do you think is the best emissions compliant cast iron head? Not trying to be a smart a** I really don't know. ...
Forum: TPI
05-20-2001, 04:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

You are correct in what you are saying. The SR...

You are correct in what you are saying. The SR Torquers are not the best cast iron head. I just meant for the price they are not quite as bad as you make them sound. If you really want performance...
Forum: TPI
05-16-2001, 01:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

One more thing. Don't forget to put Silicone...

One more thing. Don't forget to put Silicone sealer around the coolant ports on the heads for a little extra leak proofing.

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'85 Sport Coupe V6 T5(bought new)Put in 88 350...
Forum: TPI
05-15-2001, 07:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

Joel is right on the money. I used the same...

Joel is right on the money. I used the same materials and methods that he did and so far have had no problems whatsoever. I used the felpro intake gasket kit and marked my intake manifold ports...
Forum: TPI
05-14-2001, 01:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

I haven't run mine through the quarter yet. I'm...

I haven't run mine through the quarter yet. I'm still breaking my engine in. I haven't had my engine dyno'd either but I was hoping for about 300 flywheel HP. Yes, you should get it machined for...
Forum: TPI
05-11-2001, 12:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

I think that you should choose the 64cc 1.94...

I think that you should choose the 64cc 1.94 intake heads. You will retain your compression ratio and what you give up in valve diameter you'll gain in flow velocity and therefore torque. I really...
Forum: TPI
05-10-2001, 01:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

One more thing. Lingenfelter seems to think the...

One more thing. Lingenfelter seems to think the SR Torquer is a good aftermarket iron head as well. He claims 400 ft.lbs. of torque and they are emissions legal bolt-ons. Be careful not to get a...
Forum: TPI
05-10-2001, 01:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,124
Posted By Glen

Don't give up on SR Torquers so fast. Check out...

Don't give up on SR Torquers so fast. Check out the www.worldcastings.com (http://www.worldcastings.com) website and look at the SR Torquer tech sheet. The flow numbers are as follows:
@ 0.400"...
Forum: TPI
05-07-2001, 01:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,242
Posted By Glen

I think it's pretty much broken in by now (1500...

I think it's pretty much broken in by now (1500 miles on new rebuild) and I'm getting 15 MPG. That's about what I expected to get. I don't have to get it emissions tested until January. We'll see....
Forum: TPI
05-03-2001, 09:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,242
Posted By Glen

I chose the pistons to go with the heads. The KB...

I chose the pistons to go with the heads. The KB 120's have two valve reliefs and make about a 9.1:1 with the 76cc heads. There is one thing about the heads though. The World Products spec. sheet...
Forum: TPI
05-03-2001, 01:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,242
Posted By Glen

Oh yeah, so far I really like them alot. I'm...

Oh yeah, so far I really like them alot. I'm still breaking the engine in so I can't get too radical yet. https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/redface.gif)

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'85 Sport Coupe V6...
Forum: TPI
05-03-2001, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,242
Posted By Glen

I chose the 76cc SR Torquers because of the...

I chose the 76cc SR Torquers because of the extremely hot summers here in Phoenix and I know of several crack/warp problems some friends have had mixing metals. The heads were $759 from PAW and I had...
Forum: TPI
04-30-2001, 01:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,242
Posted By Glen

Thanks a million. I see that you can go quite a...

Thanks a million. I see that you can go quite a bit more radical than I chose to go with mine. Maybe I can sqeak a little more out of mine with some 1.6 rockers though.

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'85...
Forum: TPI
04-29-2001, 10:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,242
Posted By Glen

Cam vs. smog sniffer

What cam duration and lifts are you guys getting through the emissions test with? I have an L-98 with World SR Torquers and a comp cam with .450/.480 and 206/210 at .050" lift. I am due for my...
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