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Forum: Members Camaros
06-05-2017, 01:28 AM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

I'm glad you were able to get it done... sorry it didn't get you where you want to be, but better to have tried and failed, than to never have tried at all.
I'm confident that you will succeed in...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-27-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

LOL!
Awesome, I hope you will post a video of her running too😉😎
Forum: Members Camaros
05-25-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

I can understand that, for some reason the aftermarket and many "car guy's" have adopted the idea that keeping other's in the dark about how and why they do or did something is top secret and simply...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-25-2017, 01:39 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

I hear you there, I've bought some bends and straight pipe to do mine. I bought enough to mess up a couple of times and still be able to get it done... I hope ,lol... but , like you, I'd rather do...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-25-2017, 12:50 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

LOL, ok... If you say so, I've been following it on Facebook ,never knew that it was on this forum... but, personally I don't care , they've been making solid aftermarket parts that they produce and...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-25-2017, 12:07 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

also, check out the DSE build on their 3rd gen... got a pretty sweet setup on the exhaust (Just for another approach/idea for getting what you want).
still digging your build man, stay cool😎
Forum: Members Camaros
05-25-2017, 12:03 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

I think that you are going to find, that between the engine torque (twist) and the suspension movement (rearend, torque arm and driveshaft) , that there's going to be some interference/banging. I...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-25-2017, 10:36 AM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

that really does look great!
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-22-2017, 08:10 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 72,658
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Camaro road race car.

wish I had the money! She's beautiful and worth every penny you're asking (in my book). Good luck and God Bless
Forum: Members Camaros
05-19-2017, 08:21 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

that's exactly what it is, but I'm looking at it as an example of what I/ others can do with it. Vert guy's could use this same design to tie in the inner and outer subframe connectors with the roll...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-14-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

I have cropped a part of a picture from a completely different kind of build as a reference for ideas when I layout/design my cage... thought you might be interested, if for no other reason but to...
Forum: Fabrication
05-03-2017, 11:15 PM
Replies: 827
Views: 90,143
Posted By rb85TA

Re: BlackTopKing's "Concrete Angel" Build

What are you changing?( Plan's, etc )
Forum: Fabrication
04-24-2017, 11:58 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 118,771
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Fender Flares on a third gen

[QUOTE=morrow;6130486]https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=m8_oJ5C9jZU

congratulations on the spot light ! Great looking car... NOW PUT SOME MOOORE POWA IN IT!
LOL :)
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-23-2017, 12:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

probably for the same reason(s), that I wouldn't...
Already have to much money invested in things like, drop spindles, 3rd gen tubular lower A arms and tubular k member, etc...
Combine that with...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-16-2017, 11:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

no problem at all ,be safe, but have fun
Forum: Fabrication
03-08-2017, 09:17 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 118,771
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Fender Flares on a third gen

ABSOLUTELY STELLAR! LOVE THE COLOR! FREAKING BEAUTIFUL MORROW!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-06-2017, 02:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

Falconiroc, I've been told, so now I'll tell you... you're going to be better off running a strut type shock on the front with springs and weight jacks (check out Ground Control.com)
Forum: Members Camaros
02-05-2017, 03:39 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

I would think that the 65 lbs would be more than adequate, you can really screwed things up if they're to strong... JMO
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-05-2017, 03:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

Lol, no worries bro... it happens to everyone :)
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
02-04-2017, 10:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,266
Posted By rb85TA

Re: What is your Road Race, Solo1, AutoX Suspension Setup & Tire Winning Combo?

I am about to tare it apart and install all of the aftermarket parts that I have for it. Along with a generic 350 sbc & "hotrod" 700r trans... just to get her moving on her own power.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
02-04-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,266
Posted By rb85TA

Re: What is your Road Race, Solo1, AutoX Suspension Setup & Tire Winning Combo?

I don't have any suggestions for your questions, my car is still sitting on the stock suspension and old "red" lowering springs.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
02-04-2017, 01:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,266
Posted By rb85TA

Re: What is your Road Race, Solo1, AutoX Suspension Setup & Tire Winning Combo?

Lol, I seen it too... but I'm thinking that it's more of an optical illusion, due to the weight transfer/squat.
JMO
Forum: Members Camaros
02-03-2017, 03:56 PM
Replies: 901
Views: 101,337
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Long time coming AKA My 91 Z28 Vert build thread

Nice build, absolutely love the engine bay work...I give you an A++ ��
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
02-03-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,266
Posted By rb85TA

Re: What is your Road Race, Solo1, AutoX Suspension Setup & Tire Winning Combo?

83RDRACR... what are you talking about man?
All I see are pic's of autocross & roadrace car's...
The last post before yours, is talking about body roll & the fact that there is a lot of squat in...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-01-2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

The car looks good CBiz18. You want no more than 2% rake f/r, optimal is about 1% for these car's... but, every car handles different! So, general specs (although helpful), will not get there 100%....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-25-2017, 10:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

Thanks Beater79... :)
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2017, 05:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

Beater79, I appreciate that. Any chance you can get the car scaled and give some #'s?
That would really help me in deciding weather or not to do this.
I will still be doing the tube front clip,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2017, 04:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1328x987/80-20170115_225121_96a3e1f71aa859a3f658c372face5da84966ab44.png

I don't know who this guy is, but the work looks really solid.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2017, 04:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

As for the strut towers and coilover's... with a tubular support system and thicker plate to mount the strut to... I'm hoping that it will strengthen the strut suspension to handle the load... of...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2017, 04:15 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

Thanks plum, not really trying to reinvent , but I am trying to greatly improve the weight distribution of the car. I've seen a few car's that have gone to a tubular front clip, but, they kept the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2017, 05:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,122
Posted By rb85TA

Re: setup for road race/autox?

I know that this is an old thread.
Looking for the front suspension guru's with my question(s)....this has been/still is a long term project. Going to put my car together with the upgrades I have, ...
Forum: Fabrication
12-13-2016, 09:15 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 118,771
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Fender Flares on a third gen

Can't wait to see it rip up the track!
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-19-2016, 10:31 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

I would call your head Porter, see what he thinks. Not, up to date on your build/spec's so any recommendations wouldn't be relative to it.
Forum: Fabrication
11-11-2016, 01:27 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 118,771
Posted By rb85TA

Re: Fender Flares on a third gen

Monkey-Leader, it's not my particular taste... but, it has been very well done, nice ride!
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-07-2016, 02:32 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 23,960
Posted By rb85TA

Re: 1987 GTA Bracket bomber/weekend bruiser build

Alright! Looking good fellas6!
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-25-2016, 02:04 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 23,960
Posted By rb85TA

Re: 1987 GTA Bracket bomber/weekend bruiser build

So I'm glad to see that you guy's are making progress.
My car is on hold...again!
Just can't seem to catch a break...lol
Gotta laugh, to keep from crying.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-25-2016, 02:03 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 23,960
Posted By rb85TA

Re: 1987 GTA Bracket bomber/weekend bruiser build

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1124/80-20160924_213807_63ff433e2c6ed4952594306165e8ad85c72ccd8c.jpg

Lost the engine and transmission from my only driver.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-23-2016, 02:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,706
Posted By rb85TA

Re: 1992 Camaro RS - Streetable Race Car Build

The setup I have, isn't made any longer. But, you can look up Rotora brakes ,they have systems up to 16" diameter. There's plenty of companies that have brake upgrades available. My calipers are...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-23-2016, 02:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,706
Posted By rb85TA

Re: 1992 Camaro RS - Streetable Race Car Build

I'd like to see at least a 13-13.25" rotor up front, JMO.
I'm upgrading to 14" rotors & 6 piston calipers, on all four corners of mine... I stepped up to 19" rim/tire package to accommodate the...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-23-2016, 02:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,706
Posted By rb85TA

Re: 1992 Camaro RS - Streetable Race Car Build

Right on. Did you get it set up with the 3rd Gen style or 4th gen style brakes?
Forum: Members Camaros
07-26-2016, 12:26 AM
Replies: 660
Views: 90,539
Posted By rb85TA

Re: My new $300 86 Iroc-z28

Cool, it's looking good man. :)
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-26-2016, 12:07 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

As long as it never touches the driveshaft while it's turning. .. it would be fine, but be careful not to over heat & weaken the torque arm.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-25-2016, 10:25 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

What diameter are the tubes?
Forum: Members Camaros
07-25-2016, 10:24 PM
Replies: 660
Views: 90,539
Posted By rb85TA

Re: My new $300 86 Iroc-z28

Not bad, why not put 2 set's in though?
Or are you using the inside light opening as an airway?
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-01-2016, 07:46 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

Awesome!
That'll get her going! ;)
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-14-2016, 07:31 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

I'd at least get an Iroc rim, 8.5", bulging the tire out on a radial, is really hard on them... I've heard. But I think that the iroc was a 16".... so that won't work. ...hmmmmm
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-14-2016, 07:20 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

Don't know if a 275 will fit a 7" wheel????
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-14-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

I don't, but I'm sure someone does.
I promise, if you pull the rear wheel & look at the body of the wheel well directly above the rearend, you can't miss it.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-14-2016, 07:00 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,220
Posted By rb85TA

Re: New solid cam installed

That's awesome to know, I was pretty sure that we could fit a 6" with the mods I mentioned, but 6.5" works much better for me, :)
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