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Forum: V6
01-16-2004, 11:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 508
Posted By big_al_47

actually, I think if you do a search on the...

actually, I think if you do a search on the tranny board you will find that you can use a mid 80's astro clutch disk with a v8 pressure plate. It is the right diameter, with the right splines, if I...
Forum: V6
03-26-2003, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,738
Posted By big_al_47

I tried the block off plate on my '90 3.1, and it...

I tried the block off plate on my '90 3.1, and it didn't work well. No exhaust leaks, but the car didn't run as well and it affected my mileage negatively. But, get one off any late 80's or early...
Forum: V6
02-20-2003, 02:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,083
Posted By big_al_47

Yes, but there will be flywheel/clutch issues. ...

Yes, but there will be flywheel/clutch issues. Do a search for "3.8 Fiero swap" or something similar on yahoo and read some of the sites where this has been done. Basically, it takes a little bit...
Forum: V6
02-20-2003, 02:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,083
Posted By big_al_47

ok, just to clarify for everyone a little bit...

ok, just to clarify for everyone a little bit further. the original 3.8 engines, or the Gen I engines, were initially all rear wheel drive, and had the BOP bolt pattern. In the mid 1980's when the...
Forum: V6
02-17-2003, 01:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,083
Posted By big_al_47

Ok, before I decided to argue the point further,...

Ok, before I decided to argue the point further, I did a little research. The last 3.8 I had in my hands was in an '88 Olds Delta 88, FWD, and that was about 4-5 yrs ago. But as I recalled it had...
Forum: V6
02-15-2003, 09:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,083
Posted By big_al_47

the FWD 3.8's use the same bellhousing bolt...

the FWD 3.8's use the same bellhousing bolt pattern as the 60 degree FWD/RWD engines. The trans would bolt up, but you would still have issues such as intake, exhaust, electronics, motor mounts,...
Forum: V6
02-15-2003, 02:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,083
Posted By big_al_47

actually, you could use your existing trans,...

actually, you could use your existing trans, since the 3800 SC is FWD it has the same bolt pattern. But, you would have a ton of other obstacles to overcome. Possible, yes. Easy, definitely not.
Forum: V6
02-10-2003, 01:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,812
Posted By big_al_47

All v6 camaro/firebird engines require the valve...

All v6 camaro/firebird engines require the valve lash to be set, just like the v8s. The gen II engines w/aluminum heads in front wheel drive applications had non-adjustable rockers that were torqued...
Forum: V6
12-06-2002, 12:30 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,681
Posted By big_al_47

well, 4.10 vs 4.11 is a little different between...

well, 4.10 vs 4.11 is a little different between 3.1 and 4.0. The fact is, the gear set is listed both ways. Richmond Gear lists it as a 4.10 Summit part # RMG 6903221. Randy's Ring and Pinion...
Forum: V6
12-04-2002, 11:43 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,681
Posted By big_al_47

On the same thought, those of you worried that...

On the same thought, those of you worried that lower gears will limit your top speed, let me just say that if you are running a stock 2.8 or 3.1, you will run out of power before you hit the rev...
Forum: V6
12-04-2002, 11:35 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,681
Posted By big_al_47

Well, here's some more fuel for the fire, ;). I...

Well, here's some more fuel for the fire, ;). I installed 4.10's in my 90 RS a year ago August, along with an Eaton clutch-type posi. Since installing them, the biggest drop in fuel mileage for me...
Forum: V6
11-18-2002, 12:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 522
Posted By big_al_47

The posi is an integral part of the gear carrier,...

The posi is an integral part of the gear carrier, when you replace an open differential with a limited slip of any kind, the entire carrier is replaced, not just the spider gears. That's why it is...
Forum: V6
11-18-2002, 12:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 375
Posted By big_al_47

No. 4.3 v6's are a 90* engine based on the small...

No. 4.3 v6's are a 90* engine based on the small block chevy engines. Your engine is a 60* v6, and entirely different design. The port spacing, among several other things, would be different. Do...
Forum: V6
11-18-2002, 12:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 522
Posted By big_al_47

Good plan, but the 2.73 gears are on a different...

Good plan, but the 2.73 gears are on a different series carrier than the 3.42's, and the two carriers require different gears. You could use an Eaton or other posi unit with the 3.42's and the 28...
Forum: V6
10-02-2002, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,962
Posted By big_al_47

you might want to consider the dual pattern cam...

you might want to consider the dual pattern cam since the v6/60's are known for also being weak on the exhaust side due to their small exhaust ports....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-06-2002, 02:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 791
Posted By big_al_47

the physical dimensions are the same, so it would...

the physical dimensions are the same, so it would bolt right in. The problem is that one is computer controlled the other is not. The best thing to do is go figure out which one he has (4l60E more...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-06-2002, 02:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 791
Posted By big_al_47

ok, heres the deal. The 700r4 and the 4L60E are...

ok, heres the deal. The 700r4 and the 4L60E are physically the same transmission, except that the valve body on the 4L60E is electronically controlled, in place of the TV cable used on the 700R4. ...
Forum: V6
08-28-2002, 10:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 317
Posted By big_al_47

headers

I know that headers for a 4th gen 3.4 won't clear the frame. Has anyone tried using shorty headers for a 2.8 S-10 with a custom y-pipe? If they will clear the frame, it might be cheaper than custom...
Forum: V6
08-28-2002, 08:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 569
Posted By big_al_47

busted egr valve

same thing happened on my '90 RS with the 3.1. Go to a salvage and pick up a valve off of a late 80's-early 90's BOP 3.8 v6. They are plentiful and are a direct bolt on replacement. Just take out...
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