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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-25-2009, 09:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 482
Posted By atc3434

Re: New Solid Strut mounts

Sold!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-13-2009, 09:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 482
Posted By atc3434

New Solid Strut mounts

I have a pair of Hunter Motorsports solid strut mounts from my third-gen days that I'd like to sell. These came new with the car when I bought it, and I never installed them, they've been sitting...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
06-09-2009, 11:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 867
Posted By atc3434

Re: 1986 Sport Coupe F/S, 305/cam, many mods, 3000 obo

Car is sold,thanks for the interest.
Forum: North East Region
05-06-2009, 09:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 221
Posted By atc3434

[NY] 1986 Sport Coupe F/S, 305/cam, many mods, 3000 obo

Car in sig. forsale. Here is the link to the classified ad. (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/camaros-sale/524753-1986-sport-coupe-f.html)
Forum: Camaros for Sale
05-06-2009, 09:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 867
Posted By atc3434

1986 Sport Coupe F/S, 305/cam, many mods, 3000 obo !!!SOLD!!!

Car is SOLD.

I've moved on to an LT1/M6 and don't have time for two toys.

Under the hood is a crate 305, 25k miles since it's been purchased. Summit K1102 cam, ZZ3 intake, Edelbrock 600cfm...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-09-2009, 01:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 585
Posted By atc3434

16x8, 0mm offset ROH ZR6 - from 3rd gen to 4th possible?

I just bought a nice '96 vert Z-28, and I would like to run my ROH ZR6 wheels (Think 94-96 Imapala SS) from my 3rd gen - also a 16x8, but i would assume a 0mm offset like most 3rd gens. The 4th gen...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
03-09-2009, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Posted By atc3434

Re: 1991 R.S SUPERCHARGED F/S

Red x's on the pictures...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
02-27-2009, 11:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 350
Posted By atc3434

Re: SUNPRO SPORT TACH

Post pictures please.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-06-2009, 05:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,065
Posted By atc3434

Re: what wins? 90 iroc 5.7 or 08 mustang gt?

:search:

The comp extreme energy stuff looks pretty good, and they have mild stuff that will play nice with computer, stock valve lifting, and stock converter. I would stay under 220* duration @...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-03-2009, 09:56 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

Handled that... days ago.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-02-2009, 09:41 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

You guys ought to try consistently launching a bike if you think either a stick or high stalled auto is complicated...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-02-2009, 06:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 701
Posted By atc3434

Re: What to do next

:iagree: I've handed out a few surprises to L98's with my LG4, they can be made to run pretty decent.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-30-2009, 03:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,380
Posted By atc3434

Re: Summit brand parts

We should defintely hook up this summer. I grew up in Weedsport, I'm acutally in Auburn now, just a few miles south. I've got a few car buddies that get together every couple of weekends or so, the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-30-2009, 01:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,380
Posted By atc3434

Re: Summit brand parts

I they are lisitng what they would call the usable range. Even thats a bit of a misnomer, because its going to vary a LOT depending on each engines setup. Those Summit cams arn't bad at all, nice...
Forum: TBI
01-30-2009, 12:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,519
Posted By atc3434

Re: what heads @ can do I need to get my Lo3 @ 300whp?

AFR's are like $1400 a pair, without the intake, gaskets, etc. A better head, yea, but like $1700 w/ the manifold and gaskets. Depends on your budget.
Forum: TBI
01-30-2009, 09:50 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,519
Posted By atc3434

Re: what heads @ can do I need to get my Lo3 @ 300whp?

Check this link out - SDPC sells it as a package, manifold and vortec heads good for .525 lift.

http://www.sdpc2000.com/product/SD8060ATBIH/UpgradedVortecHeadKitTBIIntakeHeaders.aspx
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-30-2009, 09:43 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

I'll bet it would. TPI shines the best in the 1/8th mile, thats not really that surprising. My 305 will do about a 9.5 in the 1/8th.
Forum: TBI
01-30-2009, 09:19 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,519
Posted By atc3434

Re: what heads @ can do I need to get my Lo3 @ 300whp?

Why not go with the SDPC vortec heads setup for .525" lift w/ the TBI manifold. Have the heads machined down a bit and run a thin head gasket to bring the compression up. Then run the suggested...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-30-2009, 07:34 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

+1 for the sheer joy of well driven standard transmissions! My 3rd Gen has a super fast shifting 700R4, roasts the tires into second, chirp third, the whole nasty automatic deal, and yea, it can...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-30-2009, 06:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,380
Posted By atc3434

Re: Summit brand parts

Its strange, a couple different people make the "same" cam as the Summit cam I have, and I've seen all sorts of different RPM ranges quoted for it. I have the 204/214* .423/.442" @ .050" 112LSA cam,...
Forum: Body
01-29-2009, 04:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,145
Posted By atc3434

Re: identity of all 3rd gens (Please add pics if you have them

1986 Sport Coupe in the Signature - LG4 equipped (305 C.I. computer controlled in factory trim.)
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-29-2009, 04:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,380
Posted By atc3434

Re: Summit brand parts

I've got a Summit cam and summit HEI, no complaints on either here.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-29-2009, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 664
Posted By atc3434

Re: Summit Carbs??

I agree - rename Holley carb. Hey, if the price is right...
Forum: Carburetors
01-28-2009, 04:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,937
Posted By atc3434

Re: is 600cfm big enough for 350ci

Whats your heads/cam and exhaust like?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-28-2009, 01:37 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

FTW = for the win

As I see it, stock:
95' Trans Am - high 13s
98' GT Stang - high 14s
89' IROC - mid 14s
- and there is a lot of varience in that, we've all seen higher and lower passes from...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-28-2009, 12:49 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

I think the thirdgen will handle the 98 'Stang no problem.
Forum: Carburetors
01-28-2009, 12:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,937
Posted By atc3434

Re: is 600cfm big enough for 350ci

It should be plenty for a mild build, you get into good heads/cam and it may become a limiting factor.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-28-2009, 08:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,350
Posted By atc3434

Re: Bad *** 700R4

I run the vette servo with an SLP shift kit and a 2500rpm stall, my 700R4 has redefined a few of my friends opinions on what automatics are capable of. I bark on the 1-2 and sometimes the 2-3, just...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-28-2009, 08:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 569
Posted By atc3434

Re: My engine build start.. need suggestions and help

How much performance are you looking for? I would consider milling the heads and going with a moderate cam if thats in your budget. Based on your mods you're looking to go a bit faster, if you've...
Forum: Exhaust
01-28-2009, 08:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,736
Posted By atc3434

Re: What can a air leak in a muffler cause??

Its just gonna be a bit noisier, and will be a place for additional corrosion to start. It may also let exhaust gas escape under the car, and could possible enter the passenger compartment, but...
Forum: Carburetors
01-28-2009, 07:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,821
Posted By atc3434

Re: Automatic trans, mechanical secondaries?

Sounds like a pretty decent buy. Its defintely a bit much for you setup now, but like you said, thats all gonna change. You can sell the the stock Rochester for a few bucks as well, I think I sold...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-28-2009, 06:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 701
Posted By atc3434

Re: What to do next

:yup:
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-27-2009, 10:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 701
Posted By atc3434

Re: What to do next

My LG4 puts the typical ricers down without too much trouble - everything minus the cam is essentially a bolt-on.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-27-2009, 10:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,065
Posted By atc3434

Re: what wins? 90 iroc 5.7 or 08 mustang gt?

You defintely have to tune it - you've played w/ the injector size right? Headers are also a must, if you're breathing that good on the intake, you ought to breath good on the exhaust to realize...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-27-2009, 04:35 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 11,723
Posted By atc3434

Re: Engine build

This is some mandatory reading regarding rod bolts - https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech-general-engine/465564-stock-rod-bolt-max.html?highlight=rpm+end+bottom+stock

Here is an example of what...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-27-2009, 04:27 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

From a dig or roll? The bigwheel has never hooked well (can we all agree that a single plastic front wheel sucks! Axle hop!) but from a roll I would have to say the bigwheel would pull pretty hard....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-27-2009, 12:10 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 11,723
Posted By atc3434

Re: Engine build

Are you doing anything to the bottom end of the motor? 5500rpm or so is the upper limit for stock rod bolts to see on a regular basis, above that you're starting to gamble. If you're gonna go with...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-27-2009, 11:50 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,885
Posted By atc3434

Re: 95' Trans am or 98' GT Stang vs 89' IROC

I heard a Subaru can go 250,003 miles without an oilchange...

To the original post - LT1, by a landslide, stock for stock and $ for $ in mods...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-27-2009, 08:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 702
Posted By atc3434

Re: just bought an 87 iroc-z

I'm sure one 20 mile drive will be fine. You basically want to avoid operating for prolonged periods below stall speed with significant load - thats where the heat is built. You just don't want to...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-26-2009, 05:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,065
Posted By atc3434

Re: what wins? 90 iroc 5.7 or 08 mustang gt?

I guess the the third gen, at nearly 30 years of age since its inception, is an older car now. Fair point. Still is a blast.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-26-2009, 04:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,065
Posted By atc3434

Re: what wins? 90 iroc 5.7 or 08 mustang gt?

25th-stang's brother's time is about right, they are a mid-high 13 second car stock. A TPI350 can match that without too much work - certain with stock heads and cam, sounds like the intake side is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-26-2009, 04:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 702
Posted By atc3434

Re: just bought an 87 iroc-z

I'm not gonna assume the liability to tell you it would be fine. Heat is the enemy of any transmission, and without a working lockup, no matter what you setup, you will generate excess heat. How...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-26-2009, 03:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 702
Posted By atc3434

Re: just bought an 87 iroc-z

The switch on the brake pedal is there to unlock the torque converter when the brake is applied. It sounds like the prior owner had a vacuum control switch for torque converter lockup, you could see...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-26-2009, 03:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 701
Posted By atc3434

Re: What to do next

Looks like a stock LG4 to me.
Forum: Carburetors
01-26-2009, 03:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,821
Posted By atc3434

Re: Automatic trans, mechanical secondaries?

Stock stuff works great when working right, I don't think anybody would argue that. I wouldn't argue for removing it, or any emissions equipment, on a daily driven car. The car in question in this...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-26-2009, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 701
Posted By atc3434

Re: What to do next

Best performance mod for an LG4 is headers, the stock manifold and y-pipe are horribly restrictive.
Forum: Exhaust
01-26-2009, 12:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,698
Posted By atc3434

Re: LOUD EXHAUST SYSTEM!!!

I'm running SLP headers dumped right after the y-pipe behind the passengers side front tire. Its a mildly cam (204/214* duration at .050") 305, but it sounds pretty decent, very slight chop at idle,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2009, 09:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,920
Posted By atc3434

Re: Pick The Shocks: Tokico, Koni or Bilstein

I have Tokico Illumina 5way adjustable shocks with Tokico lowering springs, they work very well for me. The ride on lowering springs, full poly bushings, and firm shocks might not be daily driver...
Forum: Carburetors
01-23-2009, 08:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 694
Posted By atc3434

Re: which carb/intake manifold should i buy.....

A q-jet is a vacuum demand carb - which I know you know. So I guess I don't get it, you're recommending a vacuum demand carb in one breath, and then saying they are for trucks in the next breath. ...
Forum: Carburetors
01-22-2009, 09:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 694
Posted By atc3434

Re: which carb/intake manifold should i buy.....

Again, a 500cfm carb would suitable for a stock 305 w/ no intention of further performance modification. In your example, you're assuming 100% volumetric effeciency, which is pretty generous. A...
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