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Forum: TPI
07-10-2005, 12:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 14,965
Posted By Rob116

Not to disrespect the car, because it does sound...

Not to disrespect the car, because it does sound like a pretty sweet machine... but... if it is a 4" bore, it's really not THAT special for him to be running tens. It's very fast, don't get me...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-14-2004, 10:16 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,316
Posted By Rob116

I'll post a pic of my custom fibreglass setup...

I'll post a pic of my custom fibreglass setup tomorrow or Monday :eek: I think it's ok. My car's stored away, so, can't take one today... Not quite professional quality, but pretty sharp...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-30-2004, 04:20 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,467
Posted By Rob116

:bs: Maybe in New Brunswick... there are...

:bs:

Maybe in New Brunswick... there are tons out in BC. They're everywhere.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-26-2004, 11:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,404
Posted By Rob116

Well, I like it, and nice job!

Well, I like it, and nice job!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-19-2004, 05:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By Rob116

Hehe, funny how that works. A 3.27 posi just...

Hehe, funny how that works. A 3.27 posi just went here for $51!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2451254940&category=33728
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-07-2004, 01:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 724
Posted By Rob116

Just so you know, a set of 3.27 gears with a 3...

Just so you know, a set of 3.27 gears with a 3 series carrier went for $51 on ebay on Sunday, from a respectable buyer. They're out there, it just takes a little bit of work to find them.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-02-2004, 05:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,142
Posted By Rob116

Fair enough, that's cleared up, and thanks for...

Fair enough, that's cleared up, and thanks for the link. Too bad for me, I guess :) Ahhhhh, back to ebay :rolleyes:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-02-2004, 04:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,142
Posted By Rob116

Are you sure about that? You're probably right,...

Are you sure about that? You're probably right, but I was under the impression that it was using the same differential as the Holden Monero...? I've been surprised at how tough it is to find tech...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-02-2004, 07:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,142
Posted By Rob116

Thanks GTO! A 9-bolt aftermarket?

Just curious as to whether anyone has any information on whether, with the introduction of the GTO (featuring a B&W 9 bolt rear), nine bolt carriers and gears will perhaps become more affordable with...
Forum: Exhaust
12-30-2003, 03:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 653
Posted By Rob116

Uhhh... I know that they say the 80's are louder,...

Uhhh... I know that they say the 80's are louder, but I've yet to see that in practice. I have 40's on mine, and they are pretty close to the loudest exhaust on a non-"race" car that I've ever...
Forum: Body
12-21-2003, 08:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 345
Posted By Rob116

Sandblasting gurus, advice needed

I have a new 9-bolt with the PBR calipers that I would like to paint. I'm not going to POR-15 it at this time, so I would like to know how I should prepare it for sandblasting? Will the sandblaster...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-17-2003, 04:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 352
Posted By Rob116

Are these gears worth the $?

I've got a posi, 1le 9-bolt with 2.77 gears and I'm looking to upgrade to 3.45's. On 9bolt.com, they're selling a used 3.45 for $75. I know that I need the series three carrier to go along with it,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-14-2003, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 460
Posted By Rob116

Thanks very much, and apologies to all. I DID do...

Thanks very much, and apologies to all. I DID do a search, but was looking in all of the wrong places. I think that I was looking a bit too narrowly and missed all of the most basic and extensive...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-10-2003, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 460
Posted By Rob116

Re: 9-bolt 1le swap

Hello,

Currently, I've got a 10-bolt drum brake setup on my car. I've been offered a full posi 9-bolt setup with 1le discs for $350 Canadian. What's involved in making the conversion? I'm...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-18-2003, 04:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 569
Posted By Rob116

Cermakrome will look better than header wrap, be...

Cermakrome will look better than header wrap, be just as effective as jet hot (without looking quite so pretty), and should be about the same price / cheaper than header wrap. It just takes a little...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-03-2003, 03:26 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,972
Posted By Rob116

You Win :D Nice car!

You Win :D

Nice car!
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-24-2003, 02:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 606
Posted By Rob116

Hey there, another Abby boy! I haven't seen your...

Hey there, another Abby boy! I haven't seen your car around town yet, but mine is the ugly red one with the gold gfx. I'm not insured right now, but this time next year, we'll see you on the road!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-22-2003, 08:10 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,864
Posted By Rob116

Quick question

At a car show the other day, I saw a mint condition, early eighties (I assume) "cross-fire" Corvette. Is this a rare or special car in any way? Just curious.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-21-2003, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 461
Posted By Rob116

Thanks! That's a nice summary. Now all that I...

Thanks! That's a nice summary. Now all that I need is to find some time to do this. It probably won't be until Christmas, but when I do it, I'll be sure to post pics.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-21-2003, 04:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 355
Posted By Rob116

Sorry that I don't have specs on them, but from...

Sorry that I don't have specs on them, but from what I understand, you're much better off with a set of 416's that have had the combustion chamber slightly opened up - you can do it yourself. Of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-21-2003, 01:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 355
Posted By Rob116

Boooo.... Hisss..... They're not very good...

Boooo.... Hisss.....

They're not very good heads.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-20-2003, 01:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 461
Posted By Rob116

Thank you for the advice. It's interesting that...

Thank you for the advice. It's interesting that you advise not to use flex agent with metallic colours, as the repainted gold on my front and rear GFX are a shade or three lighter than is the middle...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-19-2003, 09:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 461
Posted By Rob116

Quick flex agent question, etc.

I've decided that, since I've got access to all of the necessary supplies: two nice guns, a nice compressor, a paint booth and furniture finishing and spraying experience (who knows how helpful that...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-19-2003, 03:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 561
Posted By Rob116

Another note...

I successfully painte my engine bay satin black during the last motor change without any problems, so changing colours shouldn't be an issue at all. However, I'm wondering if I should pull the hood...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-19-2003, 03:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 561
Posted By Rob116

Painting the 'Maro

I've decided that, since I've got access to all of the necessary supplies: two nice guns, a nice compressor, a paint booth and furniture finishing and spraying experience (who knows how helpful that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-12-2003, 12:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 88,030
Posted By Rob116

Fair enough, my apologies.

Fair enough, my apologies.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-11-2003, 06:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 88,030
Posted By Rob116

The question that I had was this: can you take a...

The question that I had was this: can you take a stock 396 and bore it to 427 without damaging the block? I'm aware of the fact that a 427 is a bored 396, from the factory but that doesn't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-11-2003, 03:32 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 88,030
Posted By Rob116

So, in other words, the motor is not going into...

So, in other words, the motor is not going into your car, is completely unrelated to thirdgens, and the answer to your question had nothing to do with which motor is better, etc. If you could answer...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-11-2003, 01:00 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 88,030
Posted By Rob116

BS, even if it is possible to bore a 396 to 427...

BS, even if it is possible to bore a 396 to 427 (which I haven't heard before, would need some more confirmation before I believed it), it won't be any cheaper than building a 454 and the 454 will...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-11-2003, 12:54 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 4,194
Posted By Rob116

In my opinion, having struggled to make a stupid...

In my opinion, having struggled to make a stupid CC-Quadrajet work for *** knows how long the best thing that you could do is toss the TBI into a lake. I would understand the attachment if it was a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-07-2003, 02:52 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,977
Posted By Rob116

Where did you get that paint job done for that...

Where did you get that paint job done for that cheap? I live in Abbotsford and I want a paint job for my '86 quite badly. Did they do the body work for you?

Looks good from here!
Forum: Body
06-14-2003, 05:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 773
Posted By Rob116

Wow, purdy!!! Are you going to touch up the...

Wow, purdy!!! Are you going to touch up the wheel wells now? She already looks sweet, with that addition, I'd say it would look better than new! Congrats!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-12-2003, 06:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,131
Posted By Rob116

Love it!

Love it!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-15-2003, 11:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By Rob116

Comp XE256 or 262. I'd work over the heads a bit...

Comp XE256 or 262. I'd work over the heads a bit if I did the 262... I'd work over the heads anyways, but either one is a good cam - I've used both on 305's.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-14-2003, 07:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 408
Posted By Rob116

Well, I finally got out to the track and was...

Well, I finally got out to the track and was rewarded with... a 14.1. (My best run) Definitely need to work on launching, but, it'll get better with new tires and some practice! :) Thought that...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-05-2003, 05:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 408
Posted By Rob116

Hey! No guesses at all? Well, I'm probably...

Hey! No guesses at all? Well, I'm probably going tomorrow night, so you'd better hurry up! :) Ok, ok, I won't force you to, but I'll tell you what I'm hoping for (highly unlikely for my first run...
Forum: Power Adders
04-05-2003, 05:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,733
Posted By Rob116

Huh. Nice. That's the sweetest street legal...

Huh. Nice. That's the sweetest street legal ride I've ever seen - I love it! So unique!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2003, 05:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 938
Posted By Rob116

Just so you know, on another engine, I went from...

Just so you know, on another engine, I went from a stock LG4 cam to an XE268 and didn't need to change pushrod length - it ran fine in this case.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2003, 04:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,574
Posted By Rob116

Back off your timing a bit, that's all I do for...

Back off your timing a bit, that's all I do for my emissions. I just dial it way back till I can barely drive it and bring it in, trying not to get seen along the way :) It's always worked so far!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2003, 04:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 456
Posted By Rob116

Hmmmm, that seems like a bit of a tricky one to...

Hmmmm, that seems like a bit of a tricky one to me... My 350 needed the 2:00 timing tab and I was attempting to time it at 12:00, which made for some surging, but it would definitely start, it just...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-04-2003, 01:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,761
Posted By Rob116

You've got my vote for the frost green - I'm...

You've got my vote for the frost green - I'm extremely curious and I actually like that colour. Maybe with some black heritage stripes?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-03-2003, 07:08 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 5,754
Posted By Rob116

Who is it that has the Chrysler Platinum T/A? ...

Who is it that has the Chrysler Platinum T/A? That one's my favorite.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-31-2003, 05:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 526
Posted By Rob116

Not 60ft, 0 - 60 :)

Not 60ft, 0 - 60 :)
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-31-2003, 03:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 408
Posted By Rob116

Got the posi installed...

Well, I got the posi installed this weekend and I'm hoping to head for the track this weekend (assuming that it's dry). What do you guys think she'll run? Engine mods are all in my sig (Edit: I've...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-27-2003, 10:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 928
Posted By Rob116

Very purdy! Funny how the camera seemed to pick...

Very purdy! Funny how the camera seemed to pick out that pink! :) Looks very nice... what's going to be sitting in that bad boy?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-26-2003, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,770
Posted By Rob116

:jaw hits the floor: only got a carb! ...

:jaw hits the floor: only got a carb! BAAAAHHHH!!!! :)
Rochester Quadrajet = :hail:
Forum: Power Adders
03-25-2003, 02:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 448
Posted By Rob116

I'm not going to tell you to get a 350 - cause...

I'm not going to tell you to get a 350 - cause you don't have to. But it is kind of funny that your excuse is that you "don't have enough money", and yet you have enough for a nitrous setup and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-21-2003, 04:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 979
Posted By Rob116

There's a guy in town that has them on his IROC. ...

There's a guy in town that has them on his IROC. Not really fond of the look myself, but I'll try and get a picture if I can. He used to work at Earl's and I'd see it all of the time. IMO, if he...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-14-2003, 02:36 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,166
Posted By Rob116

Yeah, that looks a lot better, IMO.

Yeah, that looks a lot better, IMO.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-14-2003, 02:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 657
Posted By Rob116

That's not exactly mild! :) Considering that you...

That's not exactly mild! :) Considering that you don't list headers among your mods, I would say that that cam is pretty stout; not to mention that, if I remember correctly, the upper reaches of...
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