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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-18-2015, 08:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 488
Posted By rsmith085

Re: LT1 camshaft, jeep steering shaft, tpi air box

Camshaft sold and shipping today. Everything else is still up for grabs.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-13-2015, 04:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 488
Posted By rsmith085

LT1 camshaft, jeep steering shaft, tpi air box

Stock LT1 cam from '96 m6 camaro $50 shipped

New headlight switch $20 shipped

Jeep steering shaft. Welded solid at the isolator, cleaned, collapsed and painted $65 shipped

Tpi camaro air box...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-28-2013, 07:35 PM
Replies: 118
Important/Useful : Suspension How To...
Views: 84,073
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Suspension How To...

I'm assuming your talking about the nut that holds the strut in the strut mount/bearing. I forget what mine has on it but most struts I've seen have what's known as a double d to keep the shaft from...
Forum: Exhaust
02-22-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,619
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Thrush welded muffler

Blah dang Swype lol anyways it's a AFR gauge not aft
Forum: Exhaust
02-22-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,619
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Thrush welded muffler

Originally I thought it was a Flowmaster on my car till I seen it said Thrush on the muffler(it was already on when I bought the car, probably should update the sig.). unds good here's a short video...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-09-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 889
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Looking to sell but not sure what this t56 swap is worth

I'll give you :2cents:..... lol Anyways around here locally a T-56 goes for around $600-$800 so factor in the other stuff I'd say you should be able to get around a $1000 for it.
Forum: DIY PROM
02-04-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,375
Posted By rsmith085

Re: How to successfully burn 27SF512 chips with a Willem

Yep forgot about that. I use a 7427 PCM that uses the whole chip so no need for a offset. I think the TBI computers require a different offset because they use even less space.
Forum: TBI
02-04-2013, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,072
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Do I need a re-tune for these upgrades?

+1 on the later model PCM. The fuel and spark tables go all the way to 6400rpm and do away with the VE adder crap that the older ones use above 3200rpm if I remember right. You get more data, the...
Forum: TBI
02-04-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,072
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Do I need a re-tune for these upgrades?

A good tune is a upgrade on a bone stock motor but after a cam/intake swap you'll need one for sure. GM used a real crappy tune for what ever reason, I've heard it was to keep these cars a lot slower...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-29-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,199
Posted By rsmith085

Re: parting out 1991 z28---5.0 tpi auto

Just like to say Don is a great guy to deal with. Got the one box yesterday and the other one today just like he said. Everything was packed nice to.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-20-2013, 08:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,199
Posted By rsmith085

Re: parting out 1991 z28---5.0 tpi auto

You've got yourself a deal..... Paypal? Send me a email with the specifics, rsmith085 @ gmail.com
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-19-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 967
Posted By rsmith085

Re: 1988 TPI Setup with Engine harness. Also 305 and 350 ECM

Still have the intake? If so any pics? Do you have the tb to?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-19-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,199
Posted By rsmith085

Re: parting out 1991 z28---5.0 tpi auto

How much for the whole intake, rails/injectors, tb, the intake boot and both halves of the air filter assembly shipped to 32254? I'm wanting to switch to tpi but don't need the harness or ecu.
Forum: DIY PROM
01-12-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,477
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Willem EPROM Programmer BIOS PCB5.0E (SMD) = FREEBEE

I wrote a little guide to using one of these with the SST 27512 chips https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/diy-prom/660272-how-successfully-burn-27sf512.html

Some things I've learned after burning a...
Forum: Exhaust
12-21-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,078
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Difference between 160$ and 600$ headers ?

Look at the difference in flange thickness(the part that bolts to the head) cheap headers are gonna have a 1/4" thick flange where as a quality(read $$$) header is gonna be 3/8". The tubes will also...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-21-2012, 07:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,330
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Shock/ Strut quality ratings - testimonials

I've got the better Monroe's(Sensa trac or something I think) and don't have any complaints. I know KYB, Koni ect is a much better piece but anything is going to be better than the wore out stock...
Forum: Carburetors
11-26-2012, 03:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,010
Posted By rsmith085

Re: What is This???

Yep.... I take a razor knife strip about an inch of insulation off, wrap the "feeder" wire around that then solder and wrap with cold shrink tape. I have been guilty of using them though, under the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-22-2012, 08:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,705
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Best Aftermarket Auto Fire Extinguisher

Seen a guys nice Porsche 914 burning on the interstate today and now seeing that has me wanting an extinguisher. I like the seat mount, that's pretty trick. Anyone know of smaller co2 ones? I like...
Forum: FAQ Board
11-21-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,416
Posted By rsmith085

Re: How to jack our cars?

Yep that's what I do as well never had any problems. I place the stands for the front on the sub frame rails and for the rear I put them on the axle between the lca bracket and the brake drum. I know...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-21-2012, 11:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,842
Posted By rsmith085

Re: car leans to one side...

Just a little update. Car now has a pretty mean stance (import crowd is running that word) and sits low in the front. Had to replace the speedometer cable couple days ago and to get my jack to fit...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-17-2012, 08:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 741
Posted By rsmith085

Re: don't need a compressor with lowering springs they said

Yeah just make sure you get a good one I've seen some with cheesy looking arms that hook into the springs. Make sure it's for regular springs and not for one where the spring is on the strut itself,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-17-2012, 07:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 741
Posted By rsmith085

Re: don't need a compressor with lowering springs they said

I've always used a spring compressor when doing springs. If you get a quality made one and a little common sense their plenty safe. When I did mine the compressor wouldn't compress the spring enough...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-17-2012, 04:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,842
Posted By rsmith085

Re: car leans to one side...

I fixed it!!! Turns out the problem was due to ummm..... improper installation of the passenger side front spring:doh:.

I remember it being a PITA getting the spring to go in and some how or...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-16-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,842
Posted By rsmith085

Re: car leans to one side...

Blah it's been nasty out and had some stuff needed to get done today so no chance to mess with it.

I'm pretty sure I've got the springs indexed right, your talking about how the control arms arm...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-15-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,842
Posted By rsmith085

Re: car leans to one side...

At this point nothing sounds silly cause I'm totally stumped. I've got energy suspension ones on the front but the 24 year old stock ones are still outback. Thanks for the info.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-15-2012, 07:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,842
Posted By rsmith085

Re: car leans to one side...

Yeah it has me baffled.

No pics I would get one now but it's dark outside. I'll post one up tomorrow afternoon I get off work at 3 so sometime after then.

I'm wondering if one of the bushings...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-15-2012, 06:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,842
Posted By rsmith085

Re: car leans to one side...

Shocks and struts I replaced when I did the springs. The car has been leaning like this since I got it almost two years ago. I originally thought it was the springs but new Eibachs didn't fix it. I...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-15-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,842
Posted By rsmith085

car leans to one side...

My car leans about two inches lower on the left side then the right. I've replaced the springs and the isolators looked good so I reused them, taping then to the springs so they wouldn't move. Only...
Forum: Brakes
11-15-2012, 05:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,869
Posted By rsmith085

Re: LS1 brake swap

Unless your a competent machinist/fabber I wouldn't try it myself without a kit from someone. I did all of it myself but my Dad is a very skilled machinist and has a well equipped machine shop so it...
Forum: TBI
11-15-2012, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,453
Posted By rsmith085

Re: 92 TBI Not starting when cold....

Some of us are just slow and not on the internet everyday, no need to get butt hurt.

If you have access to a laptop build a ALDL cable it's a few resistors and transistors, is super easy to build...
Forum: Exhaust
11-13-2012, 09:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,590
Posted By rsmith085

Re: 305 tbi headers?

Yep its part of the smog pump. If you have to keep the converter to pass emissions just cut it off close to the converter then pinch the converter end flat and seal it up with some welding. If you...
Forum: TPI
11-13-2012, 06:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,690
Posted By rsmith085

Re: What type of fuel you put in your stock TPI?

My car is a tbi but I'm running a little more advance than stock and it runs best on 93. Back when timing was stock I didn't notice any difference between 87 and 93 until I got on it and above about...
Forum: Carburetors
11-13-2012, 05:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,010
Posted By rsmith085

Re: What is This???

I don't know if a '84 even has a vacuum advance can as a lot of gm's stuff was computer controlled carburetor and a computer controlled dizzy goes along with it. Here's a diagram that shows the...
Forum: TBI
11-07-2012, 11:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,176
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Popular spark plug choice?

IMHO a spark plug is pretty much a spark plug as long as you get the correct one for your car. Now if your running nitrous or boost it's critical to get the correct heat range but for a stock motor...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-31-2012, 07:32 AM
Replies: 118
Important/Useful : Suspension How To...
Views: 84,073
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Suspension How To...

If you want a smooth ride I'd stick with tee stock style mounts. The plates really do firm things up, between them and the eibach springs it makes for noisy ride and you'll definitely feel bumps....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-30-2012, 08:56 PM
Replies: 118
Important/Useful : Suspension How To...
Views: 84,073
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Suspension How To...

Personally I'd replace them with some caster camber plates. Pop one of the dust caps off and bounce the suspension up and down by pushing on the fender while watching the rubber in the strut mount....
Forum: TBI
10-30-2012, 08:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 718
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Component identification

If it has one vacuum line going to it it's going to be the map sensor if it has two vacuum lines it's going to be the egr valve solenoid/modulator. Go to autozone's website and search for both...
Forum: DIY PROM
10-30-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,690
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Can't get datastream on TunerPro RT

Do you have tunerpro set to read the correct com or usb port your ALDL cable is plugged into?

As for not opening the bin I dunno.....

Another thing if your up to it look into swapping to a...
Forum: History / Originality
10-24-2012, 03:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,728
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Least common color?

Just stumbled on this while trying to search for the number of medium orange cars produced with a stick. I wish GM would of kept better track of production numbers. I can attest that people do not...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-24-2012, 02:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 23,079
Posted By rsmith085

Re: CHEVROLET R4 TO SANDEN CONVERSION PACKAGE

My understanding of the HFC refrigerants like 134a, 410a and 404a(used in freezers) is that they want to consider them a greenhouse gas and thus require you to have a license to be able to purchase...
Forum: Cooling
10-24-2012, 02:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,016
Posted By rsmith085

Re: RPM Flux when A/C is on?

Yep that's the only time mine would overheat as well. It could be a 100 degree day and the car would cool good enough but as soon as I turned on the ac it would climb to 230 and just stay there...
Forum: Cooling
10-23-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,016
Posted By rsmith085

Re: RPM Flux when A/C is on?

Oh yeah goto home depot and get a can of AC coil cleaner and clean the condenser with it. It'll help a bunch......
Forum: Cooling
10-23-2012, 10:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,016
Posted By rsmith085

Re: RPM Flux when A/C is on?

RPMs will drop on mine to. The compressor cycles on and off on these cars as a form of capacity control. In lay mans terms it keeps things from freezing up. As for the overheating stock fan sucks get...
Forum: TBI
10-23-2012, 04:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 745
Posted By rsmith085

Re: First round of Mods idea's ??

If it does have a carb I say exhaust, gears, stall converter, mild cam, new intake such as a edelbrock performer or performer rpm(the rpm might have hood clearance issues I'm not sure) and a 600cfm...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-23-2012, 04:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,045
Posted By rsmith085

Re: question about camel hump heads

lmao now that is priceless...... Vortec heads for the sbc came on 1996 to 1998 1/2 ton pick ups and up to around 2000 on some vans. You have to use a specific intake made for the vortec heads because...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-22-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Spohn Tie Rod Adjusters wont go on

Yeah thats an oddball thread even if it was a common one like 1/2-13 or something the left hand thread is gonna command a premium. They were the white box special close out's I paid like 8 bucks a...
Forum: Exhaust
10-22-2012, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,590
Posted By rsmith085

Re: 305 tbi headers?

Car want run bad by taking off the smog pump and the air tubes that clutter up the engine bay. Worst that'll happen is if you have emissions testing or the cops are ones to look under the hood and...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-22-2012, 05:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Spohn Tie Rod Adjusters wont go on

I have the UMI adjusters, used new tie rods and no problems. New tie rods aren't that much money and worth it on a car thats 20+ years old. For what you'd pay for a 5/8-18 left hand die you could...
Forum: Carburetors
10-22-2012, 04:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,508
Posted By rsmith085

Re: gas pouring out

If it's a vac line like one of the previous posts say, just cap it off if your carb is good you should be ok. Vac leaks are never good ;)
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
10-18-2012, 04:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,810
Posted By rsmith085

Re: Has anyone dealt with Flynbye Performance?

I bought some braided brakes lines from them when I swapped to the LS1 brakes. Shipping was slow but nice lines, they were the only ones I could find with something to clip in the bracket on the...
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