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Forum: Interior
03-15-2018, 04:48 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 25,412
Posted By peterc005

Re: 3D Printing Upgrades

@G92-Z28 - Can you share the 3D printing files?
Forum: Interior
03-15-2018, 01:04 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 25,412
Posted By peterc005

Re: 3D Printing Upgrades

Top effort. Very cool.
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-18-2018, 06:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,698
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech Sport GM, MAF cars come inside!!

@formula350sd - any more updates for us?
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-22-2017, 06:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,698
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech Sport GM, MAF cars come inside!!

My car is MAF, does this mean I'd have to drill a hole in the back of the plenum or lower intake manifold?

What differences with the way the car drives have you noticed since installing the...
Forum: Car Audio
10-02-2017, 10:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,287
Posted By peterc005

Re: Speaker recommendations needed

Alpine have some good oval speakers.
Forum: Exhaust
10-01-2017, 11:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,444
Posted By peterc005

Re: Identify Factory 92 Heritage prototype headers?

I've thought about getting some custom fabricated, possibly using the ones at the top for design clues.

Too much on my plate at the moment thought.
Forum: Exhaust
10-01-2017, 09:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,444
Posted By peterc005

Re: Identify Factory 92 Heritage prototype headers?

No, the Dyno Don headers won't work with Right Hand Drive cars.

Already looked at this and spoke with Don. Would be fine on the left side, but on the right side space is tight and the steering...
Forum: Electronics
09-20-2017, 10:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,254
Posted By peterc005

Re: Battery Fuse Location

Fusible links near the starter motor are a point of failure.
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-19-2017, 06:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,698
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech Sport GM, MAF cars come inside!!

Do you mean the MAP sensor is plugged into the MAF housing forward of the throttle body?

Would you have any pictures?
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-19-2017, 02:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,698
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech Sport GM, MAF cars come inside!!

A few questions:

1) did Haltech supply a MAP sensor or did you have to buy one? Did it plug into the stock/MAF manifold OK ?, Was it the same as the factory MAP sensor?

2) Did you leave the MAF...
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-16-2017, 06:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,698
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech Sport GM, MAF cars come inside!!

What were your impressions on the Haltech auto-learn tuning?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-16-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,751
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech GM platinum sport

My car is a 1988 MAF TPI L98 350 and once I finish installing the Dakota Digital VHX dash cluster the Haltech Sport GM is the next upgrade.

Converting from MAF to MAP doesn't worry me, especially...
Forum: DIY PROM
09-11-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 22,963
Posted By peterc005

Re: Bosch III injectors are NOT interchangeable w/o tuning

I've got a 1988 L98 350 TPI Mass Air Flow car and bought a new set of Bosch 3 24lb injectors.

In the future I will replace the stock 165 ECU with a new Haltech Platinum GM Sport ECU.

My...
Forum: Exhaust
09-08-2017, 01:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,444
Posted By peterc005

Re: Identify Factory 92 Heritage prototype headers?

From what I've read they made ten of these cars, and planned to produce about 600.

That's too small a quantity for GM, but normal for an outfit like SLP.

Those TPI intake runners look too good...
Forum: Exhaust
09-07-2017, 11:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,444
Posted By peterc005

Re: Identify Factory 92 Heritage prototype headers?

One reason I ask is I've recently installed a Magnaflow exhaust, and the exit point of those headers seems to be the same as the the stock cast iron manifold, except the exit is a bit lower. Just to...
Forum: Exhaust
09-07-2017, 09:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,444
Posted By peterc005

Re: Identify Factory 92 Heritage prototype headers?

I know SLP made a lot of bolt-ons that were used by GM, so it seemed to make sense that SLP made the TPI runners and exhaust manifolds/headers.

The reason I'm curious if my car is right hand drive...
Forum: Exhaust
09-07-2017, 07:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,444
Posted By peterc005

Identify Factory 92 Heritage prototype headers?

Hi,

there short headers we installed by GM on the 1992 Heritage prototype with the ZF-6 gear box.

The headers look like they might fit a stock Y-Pipe.

The TPI runners appear to be from SLP...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-03-2017, 01:17 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 24,153
Posted By peterc005

Re: My new FUNCTIONAL hood louvers!

If you're fussy about originality these may not be for you.

You could always fit a set to replace the originals without cutting the big holes.

I needed a set of louvers anyway and love the...
Forum: Electronics
08-23-2017, 09:46 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,883
Posted By peterc005

Re: Half of car has power and won't start

Probably a failed fusible link, either near the starter or under the hood.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-23-2017, 04:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 411
Posted By peterc005

Re: GTA 88 305 STD just sometimes wont start!

Sounds like a bad power connection.

Possibly a loose battery terminal?

Next time it happens try pushing and twisting the batter terminals and see if it works.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-22-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,584
Posted By peterc005

Re: Thirdgen TA wind tunnel simulation

It's good, much cleaner airflow than the Porsche also tested.

To be accurate though, the analysis needs 3D modelling, not just a single side view.

Still very interesting though.

One of the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-20-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,584
Posted By peterc005

Re: Thirdgen TA wind tunnel simulation

Interesting
Forum: Exhaust
08-05-2017, 06:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By peterc005

Re: Problem - Magnaflow Y-Pipe with BMR sub-frame connectors

Loosened the LCA bolt which now allows some movement in the BMR sub-frame connector.

Seems to give me 2 or 3cm vertical play, which may be enough for clearance for the Magnaflow Y-pipe.

I'll...
Forum: Exhaust
07-31-2017, 09:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By peterc005

Re: Problem - Magnaflow Y-Pipe with BMR sub-frame connectors

Thanks for the suggestion.

I think it'll be easier to shorten the BMR sub-frame connector than reroute the exhaust.

The design of the BMR sub-frame connector at the front of the right side is a...
Forum: Exhaust
07-31-2017, 02:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By peterc005

Problem - Magnaflow Y-Pipe with BMR sub-frame connectors

Hi,

my project is a 1988 IROC with an L98 3e0 and T700 auto.

I bought and installed a set of BMR outer sub-frame connectors, which have been installed but not welded in yet.

Also bought and...
Forum: Electronics
07-15-2017, 08:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,662
Posted By peterc005

Re: Digi-Tails LED tail light conversion ...

http://www.classicleds.com/camaro1982.html
Forum: Electronics
07-14-2017, 04:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,662
Posted By peterc005

Re: Digi-Tails LED tail light conversion ...

http://www.classicleds.com/camaro1982.html
Forum: Electronics
07-12-2017, 07:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,662
Posted By peterc005

Re: Digi-Tails LED tail light conversion ...

Do you mean this one?

https://www.digi-tails.com/1982-1992-chevy-camaro-led-tail-light-panels
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-09-2017, 07:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 807
Posted By peterc005

Re: High pitch squeal / loss of power

I've seen cars that are only driven short distances and that never get hot build up condensation in the exhaust, causing problems like this.

If it's an old exhaust maybe drill some holes at low...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-21-2017, 07:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,281
Posted By peterc005

Trans Am Creations (Jeff) recommendation

Special thanks to Jeff - Trans Am Creations

http://www.tacreationsusa.com/

http://stores.ebay.com/Trans-Am-Creations-USA

It's not easy finding third gen parts in Australia and I needed a few...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2017, 08:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 835
Posted By peterc005

Re: Q. Anyone ever put a 4thgen fuel sender in a 3rd gen tank?

For large parts, such as panels, I use a guy in Melbourne (East Coast Mustangs) who brings whole cars in from the USA.

I get the parts delivered to his shipper, who squeezes my boxes into...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-12-2017, 11:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 908
Posted By peterc005

Re: Steering wheel jumps

F*ck.
Forum: Pacific Region
06-03-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,579
Posted By peterc005

Re: My RHD 1985 TransAM rebuild / KITT Conversion (Pic Heavy)

@evilstuie - some fantastic fabrication with your car.

Can we see pics of the steering column and shaft?

I replaced the factory bell-shaped joint with a billet piece from Flaming River and...
Forum: Pacific Region
06-03-2017, 04:59 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,579
Posted By peterc005

Re: My RHD 1985 TransAM rebuild / KITT Conversion (Pic Heavy)

What headers are those and how did they fit with the RHD steering shaft?

How did the LS1 ECM coil-per-cylinder work?
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-02-2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,698
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech Sport GM, MAF cars come inside!!

Looked at the EBL, but prefer the Haltech unit because it is a plug-in replacement instead of an add-on to the existing ECU.

Also like the self-learning, 32bit processor and tuning software.
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-01-2017, 10:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,698
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech Sport GM, MAF cars come inside!!

@formula350sd - any update on how your Haltech Sport GM ECU went?

From what I've read, I can use my stock MAF or go to MAP?

I'm thinking of buying the same unit.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-28-2017, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,751
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech GM platinum sport

Not cheap, but I figure if you take off the cost of getting a couple of custom chips burnt it may not be too bad.

From what I've read, seems would have to replace the MAF on my 1988 TPI l98 350...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-28-2017, 07:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,751
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech GM platinum sport

Platinum Sport GM is an ideal plug-in solution for many popular General Motors engines. Sport GM ECU plugs directly into the factory harness negating the need for any rewiring.

FEATURES:
• Direct...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-28-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,751
Posted By peterc005

Re: Haltech GM platinum sport

Looks like an interesting ECM option, but is expensive:

http://www.haltech.com/product/sport-gm/
Forum: TPI
05-25-2017, 02:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,945
Posted By peterc005

Re: Not starting after replacing ignition coil, cap & rotor

Are you getting any spark?

Have you got fuel pressure?
Forum: History / Originality
05-16-2017, 10:06 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 38,716
Posted By peterc005

Re: No 5.7 T-Top Camaros

My 1988 IROC has the G92 option, L98 350 V8 with a 9 bolt rear and has 3.45 gears from what I can tell.

Also has C & C T-Tops. Never seen a third gen with a 350 and factory T Tops, only C & C T...
Forum: Car Audio
05-03-2017, 12:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,351
Posted By peterc005

Re: Best 6x9" sail panel speakers?

Got these for my Camaro

http://alpine-usa.com/product/view/sps-619

Good quality for a reasonable price.
Forum: Car Audio
05-02-2017, 10:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,351
Posted By peterc005

Re: Best 6x9" sail panel speakers?

Alpine have a couple of good options for 6 * 9 and 4 * 6 speakers.
Forum: Exhaust
04-26-2017, 10:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 843
Posted By peterc005

Re: Tuffy sucks

The Y pipe height is fixed, and if the front of the exhaust is too low possibly your engine is sitting too low.

Is it possibly your engine mounts have failed?

Past the Y pipe you could loosen...
Forum: Exhaust
04-25-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 843
Posted By peterc005

Re: Tuffy sucks

The Magnaflow exhaust comes in several pieces, which means there is a lot of opportunity for adjustment.

Take it back and complain, should'nt be too hard to loosen the exhaust pipe bands to make...
Forum: Exhaust
03-28-2017, 05:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,739
Posted By peterc005

Re: Y-PIPE QUESTION

Pretty sure this piece is no longer available from Magnaflow.

I bought one with a complete Magnaflow in 2015 and was told there was no more stock then. Maybe they've made some more?
Forum: Body
03-27-2017, 04:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,273
Posted By peterc005

Re: Fuel Door Alignment Issues? Here's the fuel door gasket part #

After a disassemble and respray, the fuel door just doesn't seem to align well.

Might try a new gasket to see if that helps..
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-24-2017, 05:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,720
Posted By peterc005

Re: Bilstein dropped thirdgen options?

You can get stock third gen Koni and Bilstein shocks rebuilt by dealers.

Had the stock front Koni struts/shocks on my IROC rebuilt and they are like new for half the cost.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
03-12-2017, 06:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,937
Posted By peterc005

Re: Misc. Parts for 1988 Camaro IROC

Still searching if anyone is wrecking a Camaro?
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