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Forum: South Central Region
02-21-2007, 06:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By snakeskinner

hey Rocky... glad to see someone is around...

hey Rocky... glad to see someone is around still.. just browsing the boards once in awhile, I don't see too many firmiliar faces... seems the board has become more business than pleasure.. It's a...
Forum: South Central Region
02-18-2007, 03:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By snakeskinner

Hello everybody!

Hi everyone, please forgive me for this non-tech related post but it's been a long time since I've been around and just wanted to poke my head in and see who all was still around from the old...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-18-2007, 03:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 398
Posted By snakeskinner

most likely: plugged fuel or air filters, bad...

most likely: plugged fuel or air filters, bad gas, plugged exhaust, timing/ignition problem..........Kyle
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-18-2007, 03:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 423
Posted By snakeskinner

I'm not sure this is your problem but an easy...

I'm not sure this is your problem but an easy inspection.. On the driver's side of the radiator there is a large two wire connector on the core support that is a fuse holder.. I can't remember what...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2004, 03:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,640
Posted By snakeskinner

I've never heard the clearance arguement before...

I've never heard the clearance arguement before so I don't know what that's about. None of the engines I've ever built for me or others have ever had any changes to the oiling system other than...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2004, 02:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 492
Posted By snakeskinner

either 19 or 22, not real sure on those. Kyle

either 19 or 22, not real sure on those. Kyle
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2004, 02:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 598
Posted By snakeskinner

walbro is the #1 intank pump made but I'm not...

walbro is the #1 intank pump made but I'm not firmiliar with any inlines they make. the majority of any intank pumps you'll buy are made by walbro. even the holley intank are walbro. Kyle
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2004, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,640
Posted By snakeskinner

actually, without a higher capacity oil pan, you...

actually, without a higher capacity oil pan, you run the risk of starving the bearings for oil because the higher volume will pump all the oil to the top of the motor faster than it can return to the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2004, 01:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,766
Posted By snakeskinner

you need to follow a diagnostic chart for that...

you need to follow a diagnostic chart for that code. Other than that you're just throwing money at it and may not fix the problem. make sure the wiring looks good and the sensor is not damaged or...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2004, 01:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 761
Posted By snakeskinner

remove the gas cap and see if it still happens. ...

remove the gas cap and see if it still happens. It could be pressure building up and releasing. Are you sure it's not the fuel pump running? It may be the oil pressure sender or something...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2004, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 431
Posted By snakeskinner

could be a number of things. does it just die or...

could be a number of things. does it just die or does the car surge like it's fighting to still move? if it's doing this then the torque converter is likely not disengaging properly. What motor do...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-22-2003, 11:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 644
Posted By snakeskinner

just be careful not to elongate them so much that...

just be careful not to elongate them so much that you cut into the lifter valley. the person who did mine before I got my car did this and it had a major oil leaks around the center bolts.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-22-2003, 10:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,852
Posted By snakeskinner

have I been gone that long.... How did so many...

have I been gone that long.... How did so many "know it alls" get on here. I have a 383 in my car and the heads suck so I can tell you first hand what will happen. You have gobbs and gobbs of low...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-22-2003, 10:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 685
Posted By snakeskinner

ignition modules can pose a number of symptoms...

ignition modules can pose a number of symptoms and problems. I've also run into numerous problems with aftermarket modules. I recommend getting a factory module if you do replace it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-22-2003, 10:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 717
Posted By snakeskinner

I used to use Mobil 1 because it was cheaper but...

I used to use Mobil 1 because it was cheaper but it also leaks worse because of the smaller molecules. When I bought my 89 TTA hardtop from the original owner, he had been using Castrol Syntec. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-22-2003, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,583
Posted By snakeskinner

the rods and crank really don't have anything to...

the rods and crank really don't have anything to interfere as long as the journals are the same size. You can put 6 foot rods on the LT1 crank if you want, The problem lies in the pistons and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-22-2003, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,583
Posted By snakeskinner

the rods and crank really don't have anything to...

the rods and crank really don't have anything to interfere as long as the journals are the same size. You can put 6 foot rods on the LT1 crank if you want, The problem lies in the pistons and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-22-2003, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,583
Posted By snakeskinner

the rods and crank really don't have anything to...

the rods and crank really don't have anything to interfere as long as the journals are the same size. You can put 6 foot rods on the LT1 crank if you want, The problem lies in the pistons and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-22-2003, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 692
Posted By snakeskinner

that is the difference but in actuality, the...

that is the difference but in actuality, the factory 4-bolts are weaker. The extra two bolts are drilled into the thinnest point on the main webbing and actually weaken the block in that area. The...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 391
Posted By snakeskinner

a popular misconception about DTC's is that it...

a popular misconception about DTC's is that it tells you the part you need to replace. It only tells you the system that is at fault. You need to get ahold of a GM service manual and follow the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 353
Posted By snakeskinner

why'd the exhaust break off? If the cat is...

why'd the exhaust break off? If the cat is damaged, it could be plugging up after driving and killing the motor. will it restart? does it have any power? disconnect at the manifolds when it gets...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 663
Posted By snakeskinner

I'm pretty sure it's 6 degrees if you havn't...

I'm pretty sure it's 6 degrees if you havn't found out yet
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 840
Posted By snakeskinner

using a vacuum pump to relieve pressure is the...

using a vacuum pump to relieve pressure is the key. If yours will work is another question. If you have too much pump, you're just gonna suck oil out of the crankcase and dump it out. Not to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 588
Posted By snakeskinner

first, I'm not sure if the 305 TBI has roller...

first, I'm not sure if the 305 TBI has roller rockers, make sure before you buy an expensive roller cam. I agree with Vader though, find a cam to complement a 305. They don't need the same amount...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 415
Posted By snakeskinner

might be a coolant temp sensor for the ECM. If...

might be a coolant temp sensor for the ECM. If the coolant sensor thinks the engine is cold, it'll give it an extra dose of fuel and could be too rich to start. use a test light to see if you're...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By snakeskinner

sounds like an awful small air cleaner. I'd get...

sounds like an awful small air cleaner. I'd get a CFM flow rating on that filter if possible if you get the problem back
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 857
Posted By snakeskinner

I put my money on the ignition module too. I...

I put my money on the ignition module too. I would get an AC Delco module if you find out it is bad. I've had very odd results with aftermarket modules. Some work fine, some work occasionally and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2003, 02:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 827
Posted By snakeskinner

my dad runs Harland Sharps on his 455 GTO and...

my dad runs Harland Sharps on his 455 GTO and they work great. I have run Crane, TRW and have heard others that are noisy, Harland Sharp are high quality parts and not too pricy. As for aluminum's...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2003, 06:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 415
Posted By snakeskinner

definitely, this needs to be connected to ground...

definitely, this needs to be connected to ground but it won't have any affect on the washers.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2003, 02:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 727
Posted By snakeskinner

sounds like a possible oil pressure sending unit...

sounds like a possible oil pressure sending unit problem. When you turn your key on, the ECM powers the fuel pump for 2 seconds to prime the pressure. After the motor is started, the oil pressure...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2003, 02:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 394
Posted By snakeskinner

well, depends on what year car you have. 85 and...

well, depends on what year car you have. 85 and earlier engines have a 2-piece rear main seal. they also utilize a different flexplate/flywheel and are internally balanced. the 86+ engines are...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2003, 02:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 579
Posted By snakeskinner

if you have angleplug heads, I found a box-end...

if you have angleplug heads, I found a box-end wrench is the best choice for me. If you can find a socket with a hex on the end, sometimes you can put the socket on and use a wrench to turn it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2003, 02:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,807
Posted By snakeskinner

you're probably not going to see any visible...

you're probably not going to see any visible performance gains but it is possible. The advantages of the MSD are better ignition control and better burn of the fuel. Especially if you're running...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2003, 02:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 415
Posted By snakeskinner

well, without knowing what circuit that is I...

well, without knowing what circuit that is I can't tell. You need to get ahold of a service manual to help you. Does the blower motor work or the heater just not blow hot? more than likely the...
Forum: South Central Region
02-25-2003, 02:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By snakeskinner

Pontiac Southern Nationals 6/13-6/15

if you havn't seen yet, the PSN (pontiac southern nationals) will be held on June 13-15th in Dallas for 2003. The show will be at the Renaissance Hotel and the races at the Texas Motorplex in Ennis...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-07-2003, 01:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 349
Posted By snakeskinner

go to www.phs-online.com Pontiac Historical...

go to www.phs-online.com Pontiac Historical services can send you the build sheet for older pontiacs. I'm not sure if they can do something as new as 88 but it's worth a try. I think they charge...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-07-2003, 12:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,379
Posted By snakeskinner

we havn't had any come in our dealership with...

we havn't had any come in our dealership with problems either. seems to be a good engine. I'm not much for the FWD racers but Linginfelter has one making close to 1000hp and has set the record in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2002, 10:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 402
Posted By snakeskinner

it's hard to say without actually experiencing...

it's hard to say without actually experiencing what you're talking about. prettymuch any surging could be seen through the tach, even a tranny problem since it would more than likely be due to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2002, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 414
Posted By snakeskinner

I figured being a 350 car it would be automatic...

I figured being a 350 car it would be automatic which I thought was electronic. I know my t/a's have electronic on automatic tranny's.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2002, 05:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 402
Posted By snakeskinner

okee dokee, I don't know exactly what a code 42...

okee dokee, I don't know exactly what a code 42 is for a 2.8 MPFI but I believe it would be the same as for a v8 car. the EST is the electronic spark timing control by the computer. The EST...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2002, 05:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 474
Posted By snakeskinner

well, there are several possible problems and...

well, there are several possible problems and using a service manual diagnostics chart for code 33 would be a good place to start. I ran into a ghost code 33 that would not go away even after about...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2002, 05:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 414
Posted By snakeskinner

first of all, have you done any repairs on the...

first of all, have you done any repairs on the car when this started. I would start by inspecting the wiring and sensor at the transmission. a scantool is a good tool to watch VSS signal through...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2002, 05:01 PM
Replies: 6
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Views: 471
Posted By snakeskinner

are you sure the back of the intake is not...

are you sure the back of the intake is not leaking? I bet this was the problem all along. also, check the oil sending unit near the driver's side of the back of the intake.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-27-2002, 07:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 352
Posted By snakeskinner

not sure where you found that number but I was...

not sure where you found that number but I was always told it would only support about 300-350. I know my 350 t/a responded well just from going to a 44gph pump and I was only running 13.9's with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-26-2002, 06:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 352
Posted By snakeskinner

if you're planning to be modified, put a better...

if you're planning to be modified, put a better pump in there. The wiring will be fine.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-28-2002, 02:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 851
Posted By snakeskinner

I got those numbers from the "GTA source"...

I got those numbers from the "GTA source" website. Seemed like a pretty reputable site IMO.
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That's the trouble with...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-27-2002, 03:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 851
Posted By snakeskinner

well I have both (basically) and they both have...

well I have both (basically) and they both have their goodpoints. It all depends on you. Probably the funnest car I had was my gunmetal grey 89 GTA 350 because it was beat to a pulp. I bought it...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-27-2002, 02:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,127
Posted By snakeskinner

as true with anywhere else, it depends on who you...

as true with anywhere else, it depends on who you talk to. They have many people working there and some know what they're doing and some are lazy. I'm sure whatever job you have there is someone...
Forum: South Central Region
06-27-2002, 02:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 558
Posted By snakeskinner

I'd like to attend. I'll have to see what my...

I'd like to attend. I'll have to see what my schedule looks like. do you know what the cost would be?
Forum: South Central Region
06-13-2002, 02:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 424
Posted By snakeskinner

so you had the white formula? I almost stopped...

so you had the white formula? I almost stopped and said hi. Guess I should have. Well if you got 3rd in modified, they must have put me in stock. All I know is I was in class AA and got 3rd. not...
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