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Forum: Engine Swap
10-12-2012, 12:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 535
Posted By mlopezformula

LS SWAP

HI im happy to get started with this swap just need to get the $$ together iwas lucky to pick an engine up for $400. already got it in. still need trans, exhaust, intake manifold, accesories, and the...
Forum: Exhaust
10-15-2011, 07:02 PM
Replies: 268
Views: 184,354
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Whats the best exhaust? What are the best headers?

I wonder is it worth it getting, long tube headers or since I live in california is it better if I get smog legal shorty headers since they seem to be the only type to be smog legal. how much better...
Forum: TPI
10-11-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 766
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: 89 IROC problems

:yup:
Yup check your timing, ignition system, and the injectors i got a used set for 50 bucks 6 months ago and now one is probably staying open.
Forum: TPI
10-11-2011, 06:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 298
Posted By mlopezformula

Some challenge!!

ok I been doing alot of reading and researching, building an 383 stroker with the GMPP fast burn aluminum heads. I saw the gmp zz383 longblock (420 peakhp @ around 5400rmp) and its at $5,3900. Could...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-08-2011, 03:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: engine

Im more into tacking my car to an autocross or roadcourse in the future, I will be taking in to the drag strip too though. and I also want a manual, especially since my car is already a manual.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-08-2011, 12:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: engine

ok I been doing alot of reading and researching, building an 383 stroker with the GMPP fast burn aluminum heads. I saw the gmp zz383 longblock (420 peakhp @ around 5400rmp) and its at $5,3900. Could...
Forum: TPI
08-29-2011, 10:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: lb9 computer capacity

nop, cause damm time for new injectors, got a used set form a friend but one of them stopped working after a couple of weeks. :/
Forum: TPI
08-15-2011, 03:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: lb9 computer capacity

I installed this: air intake (got it for cheap), 1.6 roller rockers and a catback exhaust, bypassed the coolant that goes to the TB. Will port the plenum later because the dremel wasnt working, and...
Forum: TPI
06-15-2011, 09:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 555
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: A.I.R

only one thing though, the town were I am at only asks for smog checks when you first buy the car but dont have to do it after that.. Ill be going to sacramento for school for a year over there too.
Forum: TPI
06-14-2011, 11:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: lb9 computer capacity

is it true that for the rocker arms, the only ones that I need are the intake side not the exhaust?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2011, 11:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 569
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: WTF fuel problems

thanks alot I just did it and seems that its running a lil better ill have to check to what size the lines are connected to make sure :)
Forum: TPI
06-05-2011, 04:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: lb9 computer capacity

nice thanks I just got the dual cat setup just need to find some headers that will bolt up with them , would a fabricated catback work allright? ooh by the way I cant really find a decent air intake...
Forum: Exhaust
06-02-2011, 01:13 AM
Replies: 268
Views: 184,354
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Whats the best exhaust? What are the best headers?

is it worth getting the dual cats, my main concern is if I get them will it be difficult to get headers installed later. How I am supposed to keep the air tubes if all the headers do not have the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-01-2011, 12:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 569
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: WTF fuel problems

can someone tell me wich line is supposed to do? Just know which is the fuel line for sure but I dont know if the vent line is mixed up also with the return line and evap line? please help thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-31-2011, 01:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,591
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: mass air flow question

Most likely it is the MAF, because when unplugged the car runs off the computer memory, and if you plug it, then its starts reading the values off the sensor. I read how to diagnose the problem here...
Forum: TPI
05-31-2011, 01:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 555
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: A.I.R

Ok i guess i will, I like it better that way anyways :)
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-31-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 569
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: WTF fuel problems

ok thanks ill do that asap
Forum: TPI
05-29-2011, 03:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 555
Posted By mlopezformula

A.I.R

i was wondering when i was looking for some headers online, if its worth it to get the A.I.R system deleted, since most headers are sold without the a.i.r tubes and the ones that actually have them...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-28-2011, 12:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Fuel pump or.......HELP!

if you can hook it up to a scanner with datastream mode it would help you out a bit so you can read the sensors outputs and see it their are making sense. I used a snap-on scanner and worked pretty...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-28-2011, 12:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 569
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: WTF fuel problems

yeah they are cut, and united with rubber hoses and clamps, I had thought of that but it looks like there connected right because how the lines are positioned, I still need a new fuel sending unit so...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-25-2011, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 569
Posted By mlopezformula

WTF fuel problems

I dont know what the heck is happening!! but my charcoal canister is getting luquid fuel, too much! and causes the car to run real rich. I disconnected it so the car will actually run, cause it was...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-25-2011, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Fuel pump or.......HELP!

Does it hava a Mass air flow sensor?
Forum: TPI
05-25-2011, 07:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: lb9 computer capacity

Would the 350's L98 heads help out and would they fit? how about the aluminum one? dont they have bigger valves, and maybe if I can get them port and polished they should.
Forum: TPI
05-25-2011, 11:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: lb9 computer capacity

ooh really 1.5 secs!! nice what are you times?
Forum: TPI
05-24-2011, 12:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: lb9 computer capacity

ooh nice I though so about the Granatelli but wasnt sure. Cool sounds pretty decent for now. I got to restore the fuel and steering system. With the rockers; would it be helpful to degree it since...
Forum: TPI
05-23-2011, 07:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,194
Posted By mlopezformula

lb9 computer capacity

I hate being beat by some turbo 4 bangers and v6 sedans!! I need to do something but got to get all the info first :help:. How far could you go with the stock 305 tpi PCM how much power can it...
Forum: TPI
05-13-2011, 05:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 486
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: heads swap with cam

ooh cool thanks that answered the other question I had
Forum: TPI
04-20-2011, 05:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,379
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Firebird 305 tpi stalling!!! help

What mine still does is that it stalls under hard braking, but the Service engine light doesn't come on anymore but ill check for codes in the computer to see whats up
Forum: Body
04-20-2011, 05:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 857
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: ZR1 paint

Nice!! cool that is why i wanted that color (I didn't know it was the same) thanks!
Forum: Brakes
04-20-2011, 05:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,285
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: For those who have gone with braided steel lines: was it worth it?

wow that help me out on planning my braking system :goodidea:
Forum: Body
04-19-2011, 03:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 857
Posted By mlopezformula

ZR1 paint

Is the ZR1 blue paint expensive? I wonder if this color would be a good replacement on my powder blue formula, the paint is faded.
Forum: Brakes
04-19-2011, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,285
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: For those who have gone with braided steel lines: was it worth it?

with braided steel line you get a better feel on the brake pedal, right??? also are these required when you upgrade you calipers?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-19-2011, 02:48 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,455
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

Also one time I gave my friends a ride and asked that why was my hood so long hahahaha
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-19-2011, 02:45 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,455
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

People just look at it like no big deal and some take look inside and ask - "OOH its a Manual?" and I am like yes dude
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-19-2011, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 517
Posted By mlopezformula

Wheels and spacers

for Example if I choose to put some c6 zo6 rims on my 89 formula I would need spacers, would that have a negative effect on my handling or positeve or none?
Forum: TPI
04-18-2011, 07:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,379
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Firebird 305 tpi stalling!!! help

looks like my problem was the carcoal canister and some old vacumm and fuel lines going to it and from it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-27-2011, 04:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 29,518
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: Anyway to check the Charcoal Canister Purge system???

Im having a similar problem with mine too a 89 firebird formula 305 tpi, code 45 is set as for "rich" fuel mixture. it looks like you cant take the canister apart, does your canister have three...
Forum: TPI
01-12-2011, 12:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,379
Posted By mlopezformula

Firebird 305 tpi stalling!!! help

Got code 45 rich condition. car stalls when i press the clutch pedal and/or come to a stop sometimes the car will start up and will shut off instantly, i need to stay on the accelerator in order for...
Forum: TPI
11-30-2010, 05:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 331
Posted By mlopezformula

hesitating 1989 formula 305 tpi

I been checking many things in this car and still I cant figure out the problem. spark plug wires and ingnition system, fuel press, injectors (had to change them because three of them where toast),...
Forum: TPI
10-29-2010, 12:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 486
Posted By mlopezformula

heads swap with cam

how far could I go with a pair of higher flowing heads with a cam, or in better word can I do that withought having issues with the tpi system? the car is a 305 lb9 tpi with an t5 transmission and a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2010, 09:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 841
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: 89 305 TPI still won't start

I just checked and my #3 injector has 1.5 ohms the rest are between 14.5 to 16.6 looks like the injectors were the problem after all...........
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-15-2010, 06:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: engine

what other heads would be good for it and could get a camshaft while I am at it? would I need to do something to the prom?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-01-2010, 12:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 841
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: 89 305 TPI still won't start

Does the fuel Injector machine clean them?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2010, 09:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 841
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: 89 305 TPI still won't start

Ok Ill check thanks!!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-25-2010, 09:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By mlopezformula

engine

would getting a old 350 and working on it(cam, port and polish, valve cut etc.), be a good swap for my Firebird in other words does it have a better potential than the 305 LB9 tpi? Its cause I want...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-25-2010, 08:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 841
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: 89 305 TPI still won't start

I had the same problem the car would not start, only if I sprayed starting fluid in it and it would start. later i figured out that it would start if I disconnected an injector. I figured out by...
Forum: History / Originality
09-23-2010, 10:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 761
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: formula 305

does the ws6 performance suspension mean anything, at least Im sure that the car came with it?
Forum: History / Originality
09-22-2010, 01:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 761
Posted By mlopezformula

Re: formula 305

thank you all guys for you help Im new at this and its sick!!!
Forum: History / Originality
09-20-2010, 07:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 761
Posted By mlopezformula

formula 305

this February I bought a 89 firebird formula 305 tpi.How can I check what kind of differential I have? a friend told me that it was around 3.5 so I believe its the 3.45 rear end, I guess he did it on...
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