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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-03-2013, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By Mad Max

Re: T-5 Rebuild hell

Went out to the car today and swapped out the Hurst shifter for a stock one that doesn't have anything to limit the travel, same problem. I was actually able to hold it in first when I first took off...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
08-03-2013, 08:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 515
Posted By Mad Max

Thinking about selling my 84 z28 intrested in value

So I have an 84 Z28 H.O. and I really do like the car but I don't have time to keep fixing the stupid problems this 30 year old car has right now.

Just swapped the t5 trans on it to a wc unit of...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-02-2013, 11:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By Mad Max

Re: T-5 Rebuild hell

Thought I'd put this in a comment as bit of TLDR summary.

Built my tranny to the specs in the DIY DVD. Its a bit of a bastard child of a WC and NWC but as an engine guy and an amateur machinist...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-02-2013, 10:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By Mad Max

T-5 Rebuild hell

I bought this 84 Z28 H.O. Two years ago and enjoyed every one of its period correct 200 horses. So much so I blew up the stock NWC T5 in a year. In hindsight that was an awful idea.

I let the car...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-06-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 462
Posted By Mad Max

Ford Racing rebuild kit?

So I blew up my NWC T5, everything associated with 5th is toast. I bought a WC for $200 knowing that it needed a rebuild, I am now going to take care of that. It actually only needs new synchros and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-04-2012, 09:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 766
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Swap to WC T5

Awesome :burnout:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-03-2012, 08:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 766
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Swap to WC T5

Thanks JMD. I have another question too. Are the clutches the same? Supposing I pull my transmission and the clutch looks good will the WC trans work with the NWC clutch. I plan on swapping the motor...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-03-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 766
Posted By Mad Max

Swap to WC T5

So 5th went out on my 84 with the NWC T5, it also makes whiny noises (no leaks yet), and the synchros on 2nd feel like they are going out. I need to do something about it at this point.

I found a...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-12-2012, 09:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 396
Posted By Mad Max

Re: 1991 RS automatic parts

bump
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
09-12-2012, 09:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 517
Posted By Mad Max

Re: 1991 RS parts

bump
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-12-2012, 08:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,645
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How to set up my car for a "skid pad"

I understand futuras suck but I can't afford new tires. So I am just going to tweek my alignment to get the best out of what I've got. I was only 1-2 MPH slower than the Miata last time we tried...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-10-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,645
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How to set up my car for a "skid pad"

So my friend and I have tried this separately on his stock miata and he was only a couple miles per hour faster. So we are actually pretty close.

The futuras are cheap tires from pep boys. They...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-10-2012, 07:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,645
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How to set up my car for a "skid pad"

I have stock 15" wheels with 235 60 r15 futura gls super sports that came with the car. I don't mind them for normal driving but when pushed they do kind of suck. I don't have the money to just go...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-10-2012, 01:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,645
Posted By Mad Max

How to set up my car for a "skid pad"

My friend has a miata and is always talking trash about my 84 Z28 and how it can't handle. So I challenged him to a series of three races, a drag (I should wipe the floor on that one), an auto-x (I...
Forum: Body
09-09-2012, 01:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 462
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How do I get the windows out of the door on a 91 RS?

Ok thanks, they didn't look like any rivets I have ever seen. I just wanted to make sure those are a one time use fastener and it was a good idea to drill them.
Forum: Body
09-09-2012, 01:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 462
Posted By Mad Max

How do I get the windows out of the door on a 91 RS?

So I am trying to take the windows out of my 1991 RS and I can't figure out how to do it. I have all the trim off and now I'm to the point where there are these bolt like things holding the window...
Forum: Body
09-09-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 847
Posted By Mad Max

Re: What the hell!?!?

Maybe you hit a bump just right and caused the body to flex. All that I am saying is it was either something hitting the window or the body is bent/flexed.
Forum: Body
09-09-2012, 11:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,772
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Fiberglass / Carbon Fiber Hood - R U Down?

I would just make my own if I wanted one but I'm sure there are plenty of people out there that don't have the knowledge or the resources to make composite parts.
Forum: Body
09-09-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 847
Posted By Mad Max

Re: What the hell!?!?

I was able to get just the glass out and I have it for sale right now.

If you don't find anything in the car that looks like it broke the glass that usually means its because the body is either...
Forum: Body
09-09-2012, 11:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By Mad Max

Ground effects, do they do anything?

Do ground effects do anything? I assume they are just for looks but does anyone have any ideas on this?

In this case I am talking about a 1991 RS, I can't imagine the ones on my 84 Z28 are doing...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
09-07-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 962
Posted By Mad Max

Re: camaro hatch glass

I have the glass, third light, hinges, and trim off a 91 RS out here in Indiana. I would like $75. My zip is 47906.

Since you're in IL and I'm in the eastern part of Indiana it might save you...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-07-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 396
Posted By Mad Max

Re: 1991 RS automatic parts

We are also selling both doors and all the trim and hinges that go with that. They are dent free and power have power windows and locks. The last owner spray painted them black so they do need new...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
09-07-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 517
Posted By Mad Max

Re: 1991 RS parts

We are also selling both doors and all the trim and hinges that go with that. They are dent free and have power windows and locks. The last owner spray painted them black so they do need new paint...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
09-06-2012, 11:26 AM
Replies: 2,169
Views: 112,859
Posted By Mad Max

Re: why do honda/import "tuner" people think their stuff is fast

Hatch back muscle the only real hot hatches.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-06-2012, 09:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 396
Posted By Mad Max

1991 RS automatic parts

I have a 1991 RS with the auto that I am turning into a racer. I am selling all the interior, glass, seats, or anything else that isn't needed to run.

Call or text me at 425 923 8362 I have my...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
09-06-2012, 09:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 517
Posted By Mad Max

1991 RS parts

I am turning a 1991 RS (with motor swap) into a racer so everything not needed to run is for sale. All the glass is in pretty good shape gust needs cleaned.

Call or text me at 425 923 8362, I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-20-2012, 01:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,856
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How much does the AC weigh?

Exactly.

It holds a charge and the relay for the fan clutch works but the clutch isn't going. I would rather not go down that road...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-20-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,856
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How much does the AC weigh?

I tried that to a point. I have actually done more than just recharge it, I am fairly certain its the compressor, not 100% though. So rather than mess around with something I don't use I figured I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-20-2012, 09:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,856
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How much does the AC weigh?

Sounds good to me. Do I need to PM you or what?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-20-2012, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,856
Posted By Mad Max

Re: How much does the AC weigh?

Ok, did you also remove the evaporator core? I went out and looked on my car and the blower motor is in the same housing, so I'd have to find one from an AC delete car.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-20-2012, 08:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,856
Posted By Mad Max

How much does the AC weigh?

The AC is broken on my 84 z28, I tried recharging it and it didn't fix it. I assume fixing it would get really expensive real fast. So I'm thinking I'll just take it all out, but before I make a...
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 987
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Engine running at about 160 deg f is that "bad"?

So the cnter mark is 195 cool. Apparently the "performance" thermostat must have been a stant stock replacement.:)
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 987
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Engine running at about 160 deg f is that "bad"?

I thought it was really funny too. He did a lot of gimmicky performance stuff. Performance thermostat, performance valve covers, performance shift knob etc. I'm not sure if he was serious or not......
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,252
Posted By Mad Max

Re: overflow tank - needa vent

The sports bottle might be too small, if the coolant begins to boil it could fill that up really easily and when it cools back down you might not have enough coolant in to fill the radiator back up....
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 09:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 436
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Dual 12" fans or stock fan?

My stock one works great. I set it up so its always on and my car runs right at when the thermostat opens.
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 987
Posted By Mad Max

Engine running at about 160 deg f is that "bad"?

As far as the engine lasting and the car getting me places is concerned I know its not a problem, it gets warmed up.

I recently set up my electric fan so it is always on when the car is on, I was...
Forum: Cooling
07-15-2012, 11:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,377
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Coolant Temperature Sensor Location

You actually should have two, the sensor and the sending unit. If the sensor is bad it would likely have a high idle and it is located on the thermostat housing. The sending unit is on the block on...
Forum: Body
07-15-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,091
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Putin a z28 body kit on my sport coupe need some help please

Actually I would consider having a non t-top as being a positive, its stiffer and won't leak or rattle, and since you already own one t-top and you can't drive two cars at the same time you're set.
Forum: Body
07-15-2012, 12:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,270
Posted By Mad Max

Re: side molding

The trim is glued on and the ground affects use screws and trim clips.
Forum: Body
07-15-2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,176
Posted By Mad Max

Re: is this trailer to small to tow a camaro?

A tow dolly is hard on an auto because it spins the transmission without the pump going. You have to disconnect the drive shaft first.

Are you using the actual car transport or just some random...
Forum: Body
07-14-2012, 11:12 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,799
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Ideas about a all chrome Camaro

I didn't buy my car for attention, nor do I want to fix it up for that reason. I bought it because I like it and I am fixing it up so it looks how I want it to, and what I what I want to see...
Forum: Body
07-14-2012, 10:14 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,799
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Ideas about a all chrome Camaro

I think it would look silly for a few reasons.

I think an all chrome car is tacky like bling.
I think painting every surface on a car the same color is boring.
I think it would look out of...
Forum: Body
07-12-2012, 11:16 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,091
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Putin a z28 body kit on my sport coupe need some help please

I'm not sure if this will work (it did on my 200sx when I had that piece of junk) but you could try crawling into the hatch/truck from the back seat and taking off the interior panels and jimmying...
Forum: Body
07-11-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,091
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Putin a z28 body kit on my sport coupe need some help please

I will clarify this for you. Take a piece of butchers paper and put it on the ground, then put the spoiler on it, now trace an outline of the spoiler on it and cut it out. Now you have a blank foot...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2012, 12:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,319
Posted By Mad Max

Re: What it a good alternative to the t5?

I now see why the t56 is so popular, the other options cost more than I paid for my Camaro. Thanks for the advise. Time to start the hunt.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-11-2012, 10:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,319
Posted By Mad Max

What it a good alternative to the t5?

I have an 84 z28 with the 305h.o, its not bad but the motor looks like it is going to need a rebuild in the next couple years. Rather than throwing money at the 305 and ending up with a possible 300...
Forum: Body
07-10-2012, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,039
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Carbon fiber fenders

You could make your own if you want a nice project. What you would need to do is take off the original fender, make it pretty and cover it in a gel coat and release. Then do a fiberglass wet layup...
Forum: Body
07-09-2012, 11:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 19,341
Posted By Mad Max

Re: Any alternative to factory hood insulation?

I don't have any on mine, and it didn't have one when I bought it. I have not run into any problems yet. I usually take it out of my cars too. I doubt the air under the hood is capable of getting hot...
Forum: Interior
07-09-2012, 10:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,554
Posted By Mad Max

Re: ANYONE WITH REVIEWS OF CLASSIC INDUSTIRES??

They have quality products and are friendly but everything is on back order and they mostly do first gen and other more recognized classics.
Forum: Interior
07-08-2012, 09:11 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 130,840
Posted By Mad Max

Re: No doubt a pointless thread, but what's the weirdest thing youv'e found in your c

A couple years ago I got a project '66 F100 in a trade off Craigslist. I got it in the late summer so it was a while before I needed to turn on the defroster vent. When I finally did a whole mess of...
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