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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-31-2020, 12:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,687
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: upper strut mount

FWIW I've had the Founders ones on my car for ~2000 miles and haven't had any issues.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-17-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,355
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Autocross Parts and Tips?

UMI SFCs tuck up really well and are good quality for a decent price. They are rectangular so they can be added on to easily, Wonder bar brand doesn't matter as long the welds are good.
Forum: History / Originality
07-26-2019, 01:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,152
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: What do you look for when purchasing a 3rd gen?

Check the corners and crevices. Body rust is usually noticeable, but the strut towers and every spot with seam sealer are potential rust points. Stripping my car down it's ridiculous how many rust...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-23-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,079
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: How to clean engine bay?

Hey Aviator857, do you have any links to the Honda wiper motor conversion?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-26-2019, 02:19 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,323
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Hawks Thirdgen products

I'm not sure where the guys who say Hawks has good prices normally shop, but it doesn't. Nothing against them, I'm glad the site exists, but saying it is even close to a good deal is false. I...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-26-2019, 02:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,001
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Suspension

I've always heard that thirdgen front strut towers aren't designed to handle the load that a coilover would place on them. Having repaired one, I am inclined to believe this. Rears work good from...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-30-2018, 05:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 962
Posted By Streetstuff

4l80 to Stock Driveshaft

I know I need a slip yoke for the trans but is there one that will work with the stock driveshaft? I'm doing an 8.8 swap down the road and I'll get a built one then, but I need to drive the car in...
Forum: Exhaust
10-29-2018, 12:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,861
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: shorty header vs longtube header

Yeah those are it skinny z, I bought mine straight off the website and only have about 1000 miles on them but they are working great so far.
Forum: Exhaust
10-26-2018, 11:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,861
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: shorty header vs longtube header

Evilokc, choose what you are comfortable installing (in this case shorties) and what is within your budget. 1-5/8" primaries are plenty for your engine, large primaries/collectors are not going to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-28-2018, 04:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,282
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: 6.0 getting boosted (A&A style) pic heavy

Hey I got a few questions.
How was the fitment for the Allstar dipstick?
Did you get the corvette ps pump for clearance or is there some sort of advantage?
Did you ever up the boost and is this a...
Forum: Members Firebirds
07-29-2018, 04:38 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 28,110
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: 1984 Trans Am build thread - turbo LQ4 & 4L80E

Hey no problem battmann, going to be fabricating my 4l80 cross member in the next couple of weeks. Loving the way the car is turning out. Those wheels look sweet.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-01-2018, 04:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 368
Posted By Streetstuff

4l80 crossmember and 8.8 TA mount

Looking for a PA Racing or possibly a homemade 4l80e crossmember. Located near Peoria, IL 61523. Also looking for an 8.8 Hiltsy or similiar torque arm mount.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-23-2018, 06:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,173
Posted By Streetstuff

Camaro Cowl Hood Size with Truck Intake and accessories?

I've found a lot of posts saying a 3" cowl should fit fine and a few that say it's a 4" minimum. Which one is it? I know the issue is with the alternator and the intake piping, otherwise a 2" cowl...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-16-2018, 02:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 653
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Rear lower arms

That's a good question because these are $95.56 new with hardware...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-16-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 28,110
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: 1984 Trans Am build thread - turbo LQ4 & 4L80E

Any other comments about the PA Racing cross member? Just found out it existed a few days ago.
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-02-2018, 10:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,486
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Fuel line questions

Finding info on fittings must be like a secret or something. By far the hardest info to find imo. Whatever you, do post up some pics with what you used when you're done.
Forum: History / Originality
03-27-2018, 03:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,921
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Tail Light Design and DeLoreans

Haha yeah just a quick shop. IMO they look good switched.
Forum: History / Originality
03-27-2018, 03:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,921
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Tail Light Design and DeLoreans

I can totally see it.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/564x376/80-delorean_7a84c7a98e149a5be576ce8e3e6da2ce38cf7fdb.png
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Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-27-2018, 12:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,616
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Founders strut tower mounts

So where have you guys gone/going to get a good alignment with these?
Forum: Power Adders
03-21-2018, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,659
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Dorman LS2 BOOST?

Bump
Forum: Electronics
03-16-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,175
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Power window relays

Are the wires connected to the switches correctly?
Forum: Power Adders
03-14-2018, 02:53 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 23,443
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: C2YT's Turbo 4.8l LSX Swap

I think it's because ICT makes them thicker than they should be for strength since its not steel. If the engine ever comes out, those are NOT going back in.
Forum: Power Adders
03-14-2018, 02:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,659
Posted By Streetstuff

Dorman LS2 BOOST?

Haven't been able to find anyone who tried. Dorman and boost don't normally go together but Dorman doesn't normally make intakes with aftermarket performance either...
Forum: Power Adders
03-14-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 23,443
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: C2YT's Turbo 4.8l LSX Swap

Hey how did the ICT billet mounts work for you? I had to have a friend sit in the engine bay in a rowing position with a crow bar while I impacted the bolt through the engine mount hole. The...
Forum: Body
02-24-2018, 11:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 908
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Thirdgen Ranch or 1A Auto Window Sweeps?

Missed your post Tyler, 1A was just more expensive. I've heard they have great customer service and sell good products but I'm strapped for cash right now.
Forum: Body
02-24-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 908
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Thirdgen Ranch or 1A Auto Window Sweeps?

Thirdgen Ranch currently has best deal on them so I'll try them out and report back. They also carry there own line so I guess its different than everybody else. Fairchild from Rock Auto is a close...
Forum: Body
02-23-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 908
Posted By Streetstuff

Thirdgen Ranch or 1A Auto Window Sweeps?

Anybody have experience with both? I don't doubt they are both good products, but I haven't heard much about the Thirdgen Ranch ones. Any reason I shouldn't go with the less expensive of the two?
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-20-2018, 02:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

Well I've already got everything ordered so nothing is changing anytime soon. The car is no where near complete so the weight distribution is going to be all over the place anyway.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-20-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

Hey 86TA I went with 245/40 in the front and 275/40 in the back. Maybe I should have went 245/45 in the front? They would've both been 26.7" then. I guess an inch less tire height in the front...
Forum: Body
02-16-2018, 01:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,909
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Undercoating options. Thinking about U-POL Raptor Liner for the entire thing

I've been using spray on Por-15 over a clean surface. Haven't driven the car much but it provides nice clean protection. Probably cheaper to get the brush on kind for floor-pans though.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-15-2018, 05:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

only worried about that cause I'm lowered, otherwise I'm sure it'd be no problem.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-15-2018, 02:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

Ok, I think I got this figured out. I think I am going to get these (https://www.ebay.com/itm/291944712516) and just BFH mod anywhere that rubs.

I don't see any issues here...
Rim Diameter: 18...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-14-2018, 06:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

Man I forgot the front stock was 4.5 bs. I'd actually like wider than 9.5 out back because I want 275s at a minimum. I'll keep looking, I'm no fan of the wheel sticking out look either.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-14-2018, 05:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

So you're saying the 17x8s shouldn't have an issue up front and the 9.5 will stick out a little either front and back? Just want to get this straight. And yeah I want to go 18s but I already bought...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-14-2018, 10:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

You think it will be an issue out back as well? Completely stock brakes right now. I don't think the 17x8s will even fit up front. They're 4.5" BS with 0 offset.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-13-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,911
Posted By Streetstuff

Lowered 1.5" with 17x9.5 Up Front?

I'm looking at getting some Ridler 675...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-30-2018, 06:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Where to buy Tokico Illuminas???

You look into the koni STR.Ts? Unless you're after the adjustability. The Bilstein AK series are cheaper than HDs or Sports but I think there's no warranty as they're gbasically an autox shock. ...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-30-2018, 06:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Where to buy Tokico Illuminas???

Man, that sucks. Should be removed from the site if they don't have them...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-30-2018, 06:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Where to buy Tokico Illuminas???

The Shox link that Anthony posted is probably your best bet. I'm away from the car until March so as long as I get the trans adjusted right, there will be a real update then.
Forum: Engine Swap
10-23-2017, 07:52 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 27,022
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Coyote 5.0 Swap???

I think it would be cool. Like you mentioned the extra width would mean some fitment issues, but what swap doesn't have that problem? If you could pick up a good coyote 5.0 for $600 (or less) like...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-17-2017, 12:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 781
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: 700-r4 to Lm7 TV Cable for DBC EFI

So it turns out the TV cable does come out on the correct (passenger) side it was just routed behind the engine. it is a few inches too short though. I saw a picture where someone extended the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-05-2017, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 781
Posted By Streetstuff

700-r4 to Lm7 TV Cable for DBC EFI

My lm7 swap is "complete" minus the TV cable. I know they have to be adjusted just right or the trans dies early but I can't find where to get one. I would assume the original one that went to a...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-12-2017, 09:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Where to buy Tokico Illuminas???

They are on the car. The lowering looks great, I'll try to get a pic. I have only test drove it once. Finishing off the 5.3 swap right now, just need new fuel lines and the new exhaust is now way...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-08-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Where to buy Tokico Illuminas???

From what I could tell from the packaging, they've been sitting awhile. It's really a shame there's no adjustable shocks at this price range and quality anymore. Do you remember what settings you...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-07-2017, 06:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Where to buy Tokico Illuminas???

I've got less than two weeks to finish installing that kit, an engine swap, strut mount repair, paint and the fuel pump, but I'll be sure to post once the cars driving.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-07-2017, 02:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,153
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Where to buy Tokico Illuminas???

Thanks for replying. That's probably the best deal left. I ended up buying the ilk208 kit for a little less than $540 on ebay. So a little better than the shox.com price but with lowering springs...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-29-2017, 02:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,573
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Sbc engine mounts with ls adapter plates didn't work...

After 2.5 hours with help from a friend we got it in. We flattened the raised section of the upper mounts in a press because they were causing the adapter plates to warp do to the hollowed out...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-28-2017, 09:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,573
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Sbc engine mounts with ls adapter plates didn't work...

Well I have the taller engine side mount on the passenger side which is correct I think... Maybe I should have lined the drivers side up first since it didn't fit, then the passenger?
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-26-2017, 12:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,573
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Sbc engine mounts with ls adapter plates didn't work...

They are 3/8" thick and it would probably fit if they were half that, but I'd be worried about strength at that point. I guess I'll switch the upper part of the mount around on Friday and hope that...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-25-2017, 03:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,573
Posted By Streetstuff

Re: Sbc engine mounts with ls adapter plates didn't work...

ICT Billet plates. I did take the mounts out as I replaced the inserts. You think it's on the wrong side? The mounts looked symmetrical and the upper part (on the engine) was approx. 3.5" give or...
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