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Forum: TPI
12-29-2011, 02:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,875
Posted By troyskibert

Re: 350 TPI wont start after warmed up

HOCKINJM and all others interested:
I figured out what the problem was with my Third gen TPI 5.7L:
The ignition wire to the computer was not hot while cranking. I did a 5.7 TPI conversion into '87...
Forum: TPI
04-14-2011, 12:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,354
Posted By troyskibert

low voltage while running

My 1987 5.7L has starting issues. I make sure the battery has over 12 volts before starting, it's usually @12.5-12.6 Volts. I turn on the key and the fuel pump makes it's prime sound. The engine...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2011, 09:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 456
Posted By troyskibert

water pump mount

i am mounting my water pump on '85 corvette TPI. The bolts that go through the water pump have the nut in the center of the stud, then the a/c with tensioner bracket fit over the stud and another...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-26-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 519
Posted By troyskibert

Re: Complete harness

oh, you need quite a spaghetti that you need!! I didn't know these guys only did the engine part...just know that they use all new connecters and wire, maybe they know who you could look for on...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-26-2011, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 519
Posted By troyskibert

Re: Complete harness

I was able to get a brand new harness for a great price through fuelinjectionconnection.com out of Colorado. you can find him on ebay also.
Forum: TPI
03-26-2011, 04:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 756
Posted By troyskibert

Knock sensor problems

I have done a TPI engine swap. Due to clearance issues I put on hugger headers to clear wheel wells and engine mounts. When I hooked up sensors and modules, I put the Knock Sensor into the head on...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-12-2011, 02:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 672
Posted By troyskibert

1985 350 TPI electrical parts/components

Have parts for '85 350 TPI. MAF power relay $10. MAF burn off relay control module $100. ecm prom chip $50. Calpak $25. ecm cover $3.
Forum: TPI
03-12-2011, 02:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,875
Posted By troyskibert

350 TPI wont start after warmed up

:eek:I turn the key to my rebuilt '87 350 TPI and it fires right up when cold. I warm it up about 5 min. then turn it off. I turn the key, starter cranks and cranks but no start. I wait 5-10 min....
Forum: TPI
03-07-2011, 11:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,632
Posted By troyskibert

Re: knock sensor location

Because of clearance issures with my TPI engine swap, I have put on hugger headers. The ports in the block where I am sposed to put the KS are blocked...Right now I have the KS on the head coolant...
Forum: TPI
03-05-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 19,061
Posted By troyskibert

Re: CCV valve?

So the ccv side pulls fresh air out as it comes through the air cleaner and the pcv side pushes the air out of the crankcase and into the intake where it can go into the cylinders and get burned the...
Forum: TPI
03-05-2011, 02:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,858
Posted By troyskibert

Re: evap purge hose location on intake

I thought the ccv and the pcv were both Crankcase Ventilators? both go from the intake into the valve covers. Wouldn't it be going into the crankcase either way...ccv or pcv? Can you please expain...
Forum: TPI
03-05-2011, 02:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 19,061
Posted By troyskibert

Re: CCV valve?

I want to purge the charcol canister on a '85 TPI... I have a diagram that shows the purge hose connecting to the pcv hose and going into the driver's side valve cover... I am wondering, since I have...
Forum: TPI
03-04-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,858
Posted By troyskibert

Re: evap purge hose location on intake

thanks!! Thought something was going on...must have the old TB... Will see if my smog referee will accept this diagram as good enough for passing smog... Will this also work for the CCV (air in)...
Forum: TPI
03-03-2011, 11:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,858
Posted By troyskibert

evap purge hose location on intake

Did an engine conversion and I am trying to figure out where to put the purge hose from the charcol can... I can see from the diagrams that it goes on the front right side of the intake...
Forum: TPI
03-01-2011, 12:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,150
Posted By troyskibert

Re: Manifold sensor question

this hole in the manifold points right at the distrib... Could this be the brake vacuum port? For right now I just plugged it and she purrs. Then when I turn it off(hasn't stalled yet, only dumped...
Forum: TPI
03-01-2011, 12:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,632
Posted By troyskibert

Re: knock sensor location

thanks,good info and tells what other forums I read about this said...
tomorrow I will see if the driver's side coolant drain port, directly across the engine where I had th KS hooked up on the ...
Forum: TPI
02-28-2011, 10:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 12,632
Posted By troyskibert

knock sensor location

I am wondering if I have my knock sensor in the correct place. I have it in the hole in the block infront of the starter. I was having clearance issues due to the hugger headers I put on. I...
Forum: TPI
02-28-2011, 03:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 685
Posted By troyskibert

Re: warm engine won't restart

Warmed it up this morning, turned it off after 10 min....turned key and NO START... checked spark, good ... sprayed a little ether in it and used remote starter switch...Fired up. turned off and...
Forum: TPI
02-28-2011, 02:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 685
Posted By troyskibert

warm engine won't restart

1987 5.7L TPI engine I stuck in an '87 Landcrusier : Starts right up.....runs well, warms up, turn it off, try to restart and it just turns over and over.... checked spark, good... injector noide...
Forum: TPI
02-27-2011, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,150
Posted By troyskibert

Re: Manifold sensor question

Figured out why she won't start.....NEEDS GAS!!!!!!!!! I would still like to know what sensor is right next to the distributor, on the backside of the intake manifold....not the oil pressure...
Forum: TPI
02-27-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,150
Posted By troyskibert

Manifold sensor question

I have an '87 5.7L. Does anyone know what sensor goes on the back of the intake manifold right next to the distributor? I have done an engine swap and engine started but would hardly run...it...
Forum: TPI
02-24-2011, 04:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,980
Posted By troyskibert

Re: 1987 TPI starting problems

IT'S RUNNING!!!!!!!!!!! HERE IS THE DEAL: When doing the wiring, the distrib. connector that came with the wiring was a small 4 wire and I needed the larger connector, which I had from a salvaged...
Forum: TPI
02-24-2011, 01:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,980
Posted By troyskibert

Re: 1987 TPI starting problems

I am in Paradise, CA...wanna come on up and help me out?! Thanks, but we are only 10hrs or so apart....
I must have something hooked up wrong to the the distributor because bypassing it with the...
Forum: TPI
02-24-2011, 06:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,980
Posted By troyskibert

Re: 1987 TPI starting problems

Thanks, I had a great nite @ local canteena bar. Now i am layingmy head down to sleep, 20 to 5am here so I will check this thread in the morning...11Am your guys EST.
thanks for any thoughts or...
Forum: TPI
02-24-2011, 06:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,980
Posted By troyskibert

Re: 1987 TPI starting problems

nitey nite and talk to you all after I get some sleep in CA...
Forum: TPI
02-24-2011, 06:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,980
Posted By troyskibert

Re: 1987 TPI starting problems

I guess that's what it's doing with remote starter switch... No ignition on...no distrib. power...but, why does it spark when engine rotates with ignition off??
Forum: TPI
02-24-2011, 05:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,980
Posted By troyskibert

Re: 1987 TPI starting problems

Im sticking an amazing tuned port motor into my JAP truck!!! ganing 100Hp and 8-10 MPG, and loosing 100 lbs. I know this engine will fire up but, what else do I need to know...what do I have f'ed up...
Forum: TPI
02-23-2011, 11:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,980
Posted By troyskibert

1987 TPI starting problems

I just got done installing '87 TPI and can't get it to run... I put in a new harness with all new connectors, relays and fuse block. I bought this on ebay for $290 @...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-31-2011, 02:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,082
Posted By troyskibert

1985 5.7L MAF and burn-off module

1985 5.7L TPI parts:
MAF sensor: Bosch p/n 0280213002, GM p/n 14081243 $100
MAF burn off module: Bosch p/n 0280215001, GM p/n 14080620 $125
MAF power Relay and connector $15
Knock Sensor NEW...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-31-2011, 02:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,116
Posted By troyskibert

1985 Prom and Calpak chips ecm# 1226870

Converted from ecm...870 to ...165 and used '85 ecm for core charge. Prom and Calpak are intergrated together in new computer. $75 for both chips. Will ship anywhere via USPS
Forum: TPI
01-28-2011, 01:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 397
Posted By troyskibert

TPI wiring problems

I have learned a ton from you guys here on Third Gen fourms!! I have tried to get my L98 5.7L engine running for over three years!! It has been a spare time project, sticking this L98 into my '87...
Forum: TPI
01-25-2011, 12:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,711
Posted By troyskibert

Re: MAF burn off module from '85 ok with '87?

I still have the '85 Bosch burn off module p/n 14080620. I would like $150 + $5 shipping. I also have '85 Bosch MAF sensor, p/n 14081243, since the '86-'89 MAF sensors are also different. Would...
Forum: TPI
01-10-2011, 11:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,418
Posted By troyskibert

Re: cold start injector

I pulled the 4 pin connector from the distributor turned the key on and quickly touched the purple/white wire with +12V jumper cable....nothing....not even a fuel pump relay prime! What is this...
Forum: TPI
01-09-2011, 01:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,418
Posted By troyskibert

Re: cold start injector

thanks, will try disconnecting the distrib and run jumper test you described from 12V to purple/white wire... but, should i leave all the injectors hooked up and just disconnect one and put node...
Forum: TPI
01-09-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,418
Posted By troyskibert

cold start injector

I have an '87 TPI and doing an engine swap into '87 Landcrusier. Engine will turn over, but won't start...great spark in all cyl., fuel pump primes for 2 seconds and has 37 psi to the fuel rail, but...
Forum: TPI
01-04-2011, 11:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 684
Posted By troyskibert

will '85 MAF sensor work with my '87 ecm?

I am running an ecm#1227165 and want to know if '85 Bosch MAF sensor will still work for this swap...The '85 sensor has 5 wires coming out and my '87 wiring diagram has 5 wires going to the MAF. Can...
Forum: TPI
12-30-2010, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,711
Posted By troyskibert

Re: MAF burn off module from '85 ok with '87?

alright!! don't need this module....know anybody who wants to buy it??!!:) I'll put it on ebay, cause that's where I found it... I already have the MAF power relay and the separate burn off relay,...
Forum: TPI
12-30-2010, 04:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,711
Posted By troyskibert

MAF burn off module from '85 ok with '87?

I have a 1985 MAF burn off module, p/n 14080620 and am wondering if this module will work for my 1987 TPI with ecm# 1227165? I am trying to figure out the wiring with this module that has 6 wires...
Forum: TPI
12-29-2010, 05:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,979
Posted By troyskibert

Re: TPI Mass Air Flow wiring

thanks for the quick reply: I am using ecm#1227165
Forum: TPI
12-29-2010, 04:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,979
Posted By troyskibert

TPI Mass Air Flow wiring

I am trying to get my 1987 L98 5.7L engine to fire. I have done an engine swap from an '87 Camaro into an '87 Landcrusier. I am gaining 100 hp and nearly 10 MPG with this swap as well as loosing 200...
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