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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-11-2023, 01:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 299
Posted By Denis.V

Upgrading 1986 700r4 to 1987-93 version. How to?

Hi,

Since my 1986 tranny died and will require a rebuild, I think it is a good opportunity to modify it for the 1987-93 700r4/4l60 version.

Does anyone know where I can find a step by step...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-21-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 333
Posted By Denis.V

Replaced servo 28 mm. orange spring for 30 mm. spring

Hi,

1986 700r4 with stuck TV valve:

I installed TransGo 700 Jr. shif kit
1-2 and 3-4 Sonnax pinless pistons
Gold shim in servo + extra spring provided for TGo kit (wiggle tested o.k. Estimate...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-26-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 262
Posted By Denis.V

1-2 Accumulator: Transgo Jr springs or Sonnax pinless piston?

Hi,

Finnally, I'm installing my Transgo shif kit Jr and the Sonnax pinless pistons in the 1-2 and 3-4 accumulators. I did much searchs and it seems orange + blue Transgo springs kit are...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-17-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 583
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Distributor: How many millimeters are 1° of advance ?

Oh, yes,

The ARAP bin must be modified in injector flow rate (single fire and double fire) from 350 calibration to 305. If not, it will run with black smog.



I've scan + prom burning...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-14-2023, 01:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 583
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Distributor: How many millimeters are 1° of advance ?

O.K., I understand,but the reason for setting the distributor to 6 degrees btdc is because I'm going to migrate to the arap bin, which has an aggressive spark advance curve, so I want to avoid...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-13-2023, 12:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 583
Posted By Denis.V

Distributor: How many millimeters are 1° of advance ?

Hi,I did a check of the degrees of advance with my timing light and found that it was at 12 degrees.
Later, when I wanted to turn the distributor, the chinese timing light failed, so I said, if the...
Forum: Interior
06-13-2023, 12:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Lift supports(gas), how much nm?

For Stabilus:

Front (Hood): 681 Nm

Rear (Trunck): 601 Nm
Forum: Brakes
05-24-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 664
Posted By Denis.V

Proportioning valve: Does anyone know the stock spring load?

Hi,

According my home made test, the spring load @ deflection 0.62 in. for my stock proportioning valve spring is around 10.7 Lbs.

It's O.K. ?

My car is rear disc brakes with 9 bolts rear...
Forum: Brakes
05-04-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 806
Posted By Denis.V

Re: 1NCR5 upgrade: How many "pedal pumps" to bleed rear brakes?

The reason for this scientific question is because I do this job alone.

So, for each pedal pump (depress) I put a piece of wood between pedal and seat for hold the pedal, then I go to the rear...
Forum: Brakes
05-03-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 806
Posted By Denis.V

1NCR5 upgrade: How many "pedal pumps" to bleed rear brakes?

Hi,

For 1986 Trans Am with rear disc brakes:

I'll replace the stock proportioning brake valve spring for the 1NCR5 Grainger or similar spring.

For this "upgrade" I must bleed rear brakes...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-22-2022, 02:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,157
Posted By Denis.V

1986 700r4 checkballs delete ?

I am in the project of replacing the stuck TV valve of my 1986 700r4 automatic transmission and I want to ask you if I it's the opportunity for delete one or more checkballs in order to improve...
Forum: Brakes
10-26-2022, 08:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,989
Posted By Denis.V

Re: 9 Bolt Brake upgrade options?

As far as I know, rear brakes of 2.000 Chevrolet Blazer 2WD are an option too.

You tube have a video about this option.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-17-2022, 08:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 369
Posted By Denis.V

9 Borg Wagner: Oil route to axle bearings ?

Hi,

Does anyone know the route of the oil from the limited slip differential to the axle bearings?

When filling the differential compartment with oil, how does it reach the axle bearings?
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-04-2022, 09:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By Denis.V

Re: 1986 9 bolts: Two main pinion bearing sizes ?

Mistery solved?


rock auto lists the small 2.8 inch. race diameter ( 2 27/32" ) as GM S604 for PONTIAC FIREBIRD 1985-1986 only (Camaros not included).

Also, 9bolts.com confirmed to me that...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-03-2022, 03:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By Denis.V

Re: 1986 9 bolts: Two main pinion bearing sizes ?

The "rear" bearing. This is the bearing towards the rear axle.

For this unique rear pinion bearing, Borg Warner manufactured different rear axle housing, which requires different bearing/races as...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-02-2022, 12:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By Denis.V

1986 9 bolts: Two main pinion bearing sizes ?

Hi,

I bought 1 master bearing kit for my 1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am auto with Borg Warner 9 bolts rear axle.

This kit includes the main pinion bearing with race p/n 89410 (large), but my...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 727
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Noisy BW9

I´m the same.

Tomorow I'll get a impact gun in order to start disassemblie with the pinion nut.
Forum: Exhaust
04-07-2022, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,006
Posted By Denis.V

Y pipe/Exhaust manifold: Any sealant ?

Hi,I am going to replace my stock Y pipe with a magnaflow Y pipe.

Does anyone know if it is necessary to use any sealant in these joints?
Thanks in advance
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-28-2022, 03:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 341
Posted By Denis.V

Rear springs bottom coil exact location / No 2 holes in axle

Hi,

I'm installing my new eibach sportline springs, starting with rear axle.

As far as I know, the point where the spring begins at bottom coil, must be between the 2 holes located on the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-17-2022, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 578
Posted By Denis.V

Re: TV valve replacement with Transgo Jr: Valve Body removal? Your help pls.

O.K.

Thanks for your help.

Since I'll need remove the valve body, I could remove some check balls if this improves the tranny performance.

If so, which balls do you recommend me to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-12-2022, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,436
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Trans AM 86 TPI EGR

The last year, I replaced EGR + Temp. sensor with:

EGR Valve Standard Motor Products EGV393 +

1986-89 Corvette New EGR Sensor Replacement Switch GM 14087415

This Corvette sensor has a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-11-2022, 09:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 578
Posted By Denis.V

TV valve replacement with Transgo Jr: Valve Body removal? Your help pls.

I am in the project of replacing the stuck TV valve of my 1986 700r4 automatic transmission and I want to ask you if to replace the TV valve with the Transgo Kit 700 Jr the valve body must be removed...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-27-2021, 02:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,292
Posted By Denis.V

Re: LH Battery tray for Trans Am

Perhaps you could use a pass side tray with some changes and modifications.

If you will use welds, you can cut & weld walls tray previous to install

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Forum: TPI
12-14-2021, 10:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Car Sometimes Bogging During Braking Or When First Put Into OverDrive

Vacuum.

Check COMPLETE lines system + gasket related + rubber air inlet for cracks
Forum: Brakes
11-19-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 625
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Prop valve issue

What means

"master was bench bleed 3 times" ?

3 "pumps" only or 3 complete bleeds procedures ?

This could be the start point for review and checking
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-18-2021, 12:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 650
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Strange engine starting LACK of sound (??????)

You could have a faulty damper balancer with differents vibrations ranges = sound variations.
Forum: TPI
11-17-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 224
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Parking Brake Control Assembly

In my car (1986), equalizer & first brake cable is the same that your picture: it goes from hole in chassis to cable support to equalizer to 2 brake cables to guides (10 in your picture). No...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-26-2021, 09:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 386
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Oem Style Spark Plug Wires

I got black AC Delco wires.

They have white letters with " 8 mm " (I don't know it's true. I will measure next weekend)

I confused, previous to install, with lenghts: What lenght for what...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-25-2021, 09:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 568
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Timing mark Increments

In my 1986 305 tpi:

The big arrow/triangle, toward to firewall is "0" degree
In the middle way on this arrow, toward radiator and passenger side, is "-2"
This arrow, but to radiator, is "-4"...
Forum: Brakes
10-08-2021, 08:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,642
Posted By Denis.V

Re: brake upgrades/conversions

Does anyone know the braking efficiency of the PRB 93-97 rear calipers for the hydraulic brake and for the parking brake?

According to my local legislation and Technical Review, the braking...
Forum: Brakes
10-07-2021, 08:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,642
Posted By Denis.V

Re: brake upgrades/conversions

I'm in the same boat with my 86' rear disc brakes, but whit 9 bolts.

According my previous searchs, alternative is 2000 Blazer 4x2 rear disc brakes too.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-07-2021, 08:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 439
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Could my New Torque Convertor Have Failed?

According your video, your generator is not working. What happens with it?

Disconnect rubber belt and try to start again.

Note test results
Forum: Exhaust
08-20-2021, 12:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 970
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Ordered MagnaFlow 93441...WTH is this in the box??

Conclusion:

No more cheap chinese "magnaflow" products.


Thanks
Forum: Exhaust
08-20-2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 970
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Ordered MagnaFlow 93441...WTH is this in the box??

Hi,Did you get a response from Magnaflow?
Forum: Exhaust
08-11-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 970
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Ordered MagnaFlow 93441...WTH is this in the box??

It is good that Magnaflow clarifies if they agree with this product.

Could you contact them asking for an explanation?
We may be surprised by your answer
Forum: Exhaust
08-11-2021, 09:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 970
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Ordered MagnaFlow 93441...WTH is this in the box??

This is a joke for Magnaflow product buyers
Forum: Exhaust
08-11-2021, 09:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 970
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Ordered MagnaFlow 93441...WTH is this in the box??

Yes,

But price is as follow:

Cat converter: $ 100
Word "Magnaflow": $ 200

Total price: $ 300
Forum: Exhaust
08-11-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 970
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Ordered MagnaFlow 93441...WTH is this in the box??

In my country there is an invasion of Chinese products and cars, very popular for their low prices.
For this reason, I can know when there are "Chinese hands" behind a product.
The cat-back...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-10-2021, 09:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 419
Posted By Denis.V

Re: What do you use as modern vacuum lines?

But, common rubber hoses or special silicone hoses?

(some e-bay chinese silicone hoses collapse with the engine vacuum. Hoses having thick walls are required )


Thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-09-2021, 03:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 419
Posted By Denis.V

What do you use as modern vacuum lines?

Hi,My engine is a stock 1986 tpi 305I'm planning on replacing the old broken plastic vacuum tubes, rubber connectors and hoses, but I guess modern vacuum lines are used today to replace the outdated...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-03-2021, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 501
Posted By Denis.V

Re: 87 iroc z 5.7 starter help

I had the same condition in an old Lumina.

Replaced starter, pulled off the dashboard and nothing.

Finally problem was the vats wire failed and grounded near to C100 connector.

Your car has...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-30-2021, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 311
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Help 90 iroc z 5.0 tpi

Many possibilities:

Electrical connector broke/unplug

Vacuum line broke/unplug

Melted electrical injectors/others wires in touch into plastic protector tubes (most probable over engine)
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2021, 11:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,804
Posted By Denis.V

Re: valve covers torque sequence ?

O.K.,

Thanks for your complete reply.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-14-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,804
Posted By Denis.V

valve covers torque sequence ?

Hi,

I did a valve adjustment and now I have to install the valve covers with cork gaskets and some gray rtv on the side of the valve covers.The factory manual indicates the torque but not the...
Forum: Brakes
05-28-2021, 04:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 470
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Rear disk bracket spacing

According car manufacturer's technical manuals, the shims and washers are the right procedure for body panels adjustments & other small differences.

My rear window panel was adjusted in the...
Forum: Brakes
05-18-2021, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 539
Posted By Denis.V

Re: s10 rear brakes

There are a you tube video about this topic swaping a 2000 blazer (4x2 only) rear disc brakes for 10 bolts rear end.



Denis V.
Forum: Brakes
03-26-2021, 01:49 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,429
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Rear caliper repair kit 18019028

These you tube videos were very useful for me.

And this, named:"Stupid easy 6 Minute Adjust ebrake 1979 Cadillac Eldorado Adjusting caliper arm to best position"
Forum: Body
02-26-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 732
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Hood/fender adjustment

I adjusted my taiwanese fender in my garden, without welds.

You can see the russian Arthur Thusik's channel and search the video about the taiwanese body parts.
Forum: Brakes
01-22-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,429
Posted By Denis.V

Re: Rear caliper repair kit 18019028

No problem monsieur,

Use intermediate shipping companies like eShopex and others.

They have boxes in Miami, package arrives to Miami and they re-send worlwide.

Muy fácil.

Denis V.
Forum: Brakes
10-21-2020, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 421
Posted By Denis.V

Re: 86 disk brake leak

..."If memory serves, in that system, the driver's side steel line bolts directly to the caliper; there is no rubber hose."...


Yes (1986 w/disc):

Driver's side: steel line only & caliper...
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