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Forum: Power Adders
12-18-2015, 05:40 PM
Replies: 396
Views: 40,381
Posted By CAH383

Re: Project Déjà vu- 87 Z28 5.3L Turbo

Wow! Great build! I am just beginning a very similar project. Your thread has given me a bunch of great ideas. I recently bought back my 3rd gen that I sold about 10+ years ago lol. Everyone around...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-22-2006, 10:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By CAH383

Sorry, but, I ended up having someone local come...

Sorry, but, I ended up having someone local come and pick it up. Not sure if it was exactly the bar you were looking for. Plus, it was easier than shipping out. Thanks for your interest.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-21-2006, 04:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By CAH383

It came off my former IROC. Not sure if it's...

It came off my former IROC. Not sure if it's hollow or not, any easy way to tell? I know it's 34mm, I measured that. I will let you know on shipping and I will get a couple pictures around also. ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-19-2006, 10:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By CAH383

34mm sway bar

I have one laying here from my old car. Forgot to give it to the guy who bought it. It's been spray painted red. doesn't look too bad some marks on it where I had a hard time with the bushings. ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-19-2006, 10:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 379
Posted By CAH383

I went for a long time without a properly burned...

I went for a long time without a properly burned chip for my 86. I too had a mass air 383 car. Superram, 219/219 cam, vette heads. Ran good for the most part but was never quite right. Had to...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
06-30-2006, 06:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,781
Posted By CAH383

I wish I had the extra $ right now for this car. ...

I wish I had the extra $ right now for this car. $11,000 is a steal. It would take alot more than that to duplicate it. Bump for a beautiful 3rdgen. :nod:

Put it on LS1tech.com if you haven't...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-20-2006, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By CAH383

They make stroker cranks ready to go for LT1's...

They make stroker cranks ready to go for LT1's now. Probably the best bet.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
05-20-2006, 11:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,882
Posted By CAH383

Bump for a very nice 25th.

Bump for a very nice 25th.
Forum: Engine Swap
05-01-2006, 06:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,225
Posted By CAH383

The TPI will choke off just about anything. I...

The TPI will choke off just about anything. I would do a mini ram or a superram to maximixe power.
Forum: Engine Swap
05-01-2006, 06:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 405
Posted By CAH383

I would skip the LT1 and go LS1. Far better IMO.

I would skip the LT1 and go LS1. Far better IMO.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-20-2005, 01:14 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 14,670
Posted By CAH383

Mine before I put it in the car. ...

Mine before I put it in the car.
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/11/web/2159000-2159999/2159083_4_full.jpg
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Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-20-2005, 01:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 974
Posted By CAH383

You can stud the plenum but I think you will find...

You can stud the plenum but I think you will find the best way is to slot the screws as stated above. I noticed gains across the board but especially up top.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-19-2005, 06:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,008
Posted By CAH383

Had the same wheels on mine. ...

Had the same wheels on mine.
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/11/web/2159000-2159999/2159083_2_full.jpg
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-17-2005, 03:14 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 213,615
Posted By CAH383

Mine was IROCBYU for about 5 years. ...

Mine was IROCBYU for about 5 years.

www.cardomain.com/id/Juiced2000ssls1
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-17-2005, 02:42 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,852
Posted By CAH383

My old thirdgen was Storm Gray, like Gunmetal...

My old thirdgen was Storm Gray, like Gunmetal maybe a hair darker see it here and maybe get some ideas.
www.cardomain.com/id/juiced2000ssls1
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-17-2005, 02:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 974
Posted By CAH383

It's a pain in the A!! to install and after you...

It's a pain in the A!! to install and after you are done you'll wish you had gotten a mini ram but I really wouldn't have wanted anything else.
Forum: Exhaust
12-06-2005, 03:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,070
Posted By CAH383

The Y pipe is pretty big. You will have to cut...

The Y pipe is pretty big. You will have to cut the intermediate pipe back a little and then line everything up. Also the exit on the mufflex Y is 4 inch you will need a 4 to 3 inch reducer they...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-19-2005, 02:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 579
Posted By CAH383

Do the one stripe on the hood scoop. Do a search...

Do the one stripe on the hood scoop. Do a search on the "Manta Stripe" I think that looks awesome and yes do it on the decklid or it will look like something is missing.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
10-19-2005, 01:52 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,833
Posted By CAH383

Bump for a nice formula

Bump for a nice formula
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-30-2005, 06:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,460
Posted By CAH383

I had the same problem on mine. I had a horrible...

I had the same problem on mine. I had a horrible idle with the esc plugged in and once I would unplug it everything would get better for a while. After chasing everything I could think of I took it...
Forum: Mid-West Region
09-25-2005, 05:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 597
Posted By CAH383

I had GM Tuners or Ryan as I know him tune mine...

I had GM Tuners or Ryan as I know him tune mine and it ran great and that was a Superramed 383. He is good at the GN/T-Type cars as well.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
09-23-2005, 04:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,059
Posted By CAH383

I'd like to know what else it would be since...

I'd like to know what else it would be since nothing else was changed?
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
09-23-2005, 01:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,059
Posted By CAH383

I had AFR 195's on my car 2 years ago. Ran great...

I had AFR 195's on my car 2 years ago. Ran great after 4 grand, no low end what so ever and that's on a 383. Also the idle was terrible. Lingenfelter said they are too big. I wouldn't go any...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
09-23-2005, 01:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,257
Posted By CAH383

My Mistake D'OH

My Mistake

D'OH
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
09-22-2005, 01:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,059
Posted By CAH383

I used aluminum L98's from scoggin dickeys with...

I used aluminum L98's from scoggin dickeys with 2.02/1.60 valves on my superramed 383 and drivability is perfect.
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
09-22-2005, 01:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,257
Posted By CAH383

I have one as well did just about everything in...

I have one as well did just about everything in that book. Will sell $5 bucks and postal fee.
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
07-28-2005, 07:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 459
Posted By CAH383

I need to change the ad they came in without...

I need to change the ad they came in without tires, will take a reasonable offer plus shipping sorry for the confusion. Again, no tires. Thanks
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
07-26-2005, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 459
Posted By CAH383

F/S 2000 SS Painted 10 Spoke take offs

For sale 2000 SS take off wheels. They are the 10 spoke painted wheels with about 11,500 miles on them. I will take a reasonable offer plus shipping from IN. Thanks
Forum: TPI
07-02-2005, 06:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,242
Posted By CAH383

I forgot you will need tires as well. A 383 with...

I forgot you will need tires as well. A 383 with the TPI and shortie headers makes an assload of torque just no top end. Get it to hook and you will kill people out of the hole, just put juice on...
Forum: TPI
07-02-2005, 06:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,242
Posted By CAH383

I am running a LPE 219/219 which was recommended...

I am running a LPE 219/219 which was recommended by them way back. I am running an Accel Superram also though. Your cam isn't a bad choice but with that TPI on there I wouldnt count on it running...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-01-2005, 08:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 52,333
Posted By CAH383

I have the Crane Gold 1.6 RR's on my 383 and they...

I have the Crane Gold 1.6 RR's on my 383 and they are noisy. I have adusted too many times. I am also running LS1 injectors which I have heard are noisy in TPI style intakes. I just finally gave...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-01-2005, 08:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 566
Posted By CAH383

I am not sure what you want the motor for...

I am not sure what you want the motor for exactly. But, if you want it for your car I would just use the engine that you have and stroke it. It's cheap enough anymore if you are just keeping it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-27-2005, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By CAH383

Get an A/C delete pulley from GMPartsdirect.com

Get an A/C delete pulley from GMPartsdirect.com
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-27-2005, 02:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 483
Posted By CAH383

He also said what it does. It controls the fan...

He also said what it does. It controls the fan on/off at what temp the coolant is at.
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
06-24-2005, 06:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By CAH383

I have one as well $15 and shipping from Indiana....

I have one as well $15 and shipping from Indiana. Thanks
Forum: TPI
06-12-2005, 06:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,178
Posted By CAH383

My 383 loves the LPE 74219. 219/219 .560/.560...

My 383 loves the LPE 74219. 219/219 .560/.560 with 1.6 rockers. Great idle as well.
Forum: TPI
06-12-2005, 06:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 565
Posted By CAH383

If it's only got 2.73 gears, I would start there!

If it's only got 2.73 gears, I would start there!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-12-2005, 06:08 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,584
Posted By CAH383

Don't know anyone who likes the platinums,...

Don't know anyone who likes the platinums, sorry!! AC Delco for me.
Forum: TPI
06-07-2005, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 466
Posted By CAH383

You may try to grind down slightly the part that...

You may try to grind down slightly the part that is sticking. Might work???
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-07-2005, 08:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 828
Posted By CAH383

I burnt up what I thought was a decent drill on a...

I burnt up what I thought was a decent drill on a new pump. Beg, borrow, steal a different drill, just prime it first.
Forum: TPI
06-01-2005, 07:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By CAH383

I had that happen once and it was an exhaust...

I had that happen once and it was an exhaust leak. Maybe you can get your car up in the air and let it run while checking for a leak.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
05-31-2005, 02:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By CAH383

Are the small holes between the injectors...

Are the small holes between the injectors threaded? I believe those are for some type of hold downs. Again I think it applys to Corvettes. I would have to go look at mine I can't remember if the...
Forum: Exhaust
05-26-2005, 01:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,253
Posted By CAH383

Love the pics. The real issue with the longtubes...

Love the pics. The real issue with the longtubes is the ground clearance. I have to carefully pic and choose my roads. But I noticed an instant power increase in mid and high rpms. Wouldnt go...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-25-2005, 07:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 721
Posted By CAH383

You have a good combo. I would go with the LPE...

You have a good combo. I would go with the LPE 219 and get it tuned. The cam makes good power and idles like a stocker at 750 rpm. Go with the 3.73's at least w/that 6spd.
Forum: Exhaust
05-25-2005, 07:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,253
Posted By CAH383

Get the Hooker Long Tubes they will work and you...

Get the Hooker Long Tubes they will work and you will make so much more power than with shorties. Get a Mufflex y-pipe or make your own. Shorties fit great but limit power.
Forum: Power Adders
05-25-2005, 12:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,401
Posted By CAH383

I used them for about a month a couple years back...

I used them for about a month a couple years back and they fouled out very quickly. I would use the Autolites or something else like mentioned above.
Forum: Power Adders
05-25-2005, 12:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 619
Posted By CAH383

It would be best if you use all forged internals...

It would be best if you use all forged internals but I know sometimes budgets get in the way. I would stay with a 150 shot or less on non forged parts.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-25-2005, 12:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 829
Posted By CAH383

The 3rd gen F-body serp setup is the same from...

The 3rd gen F-body serp setup is the same from 88-92. Very easy to do. You will also need a serp crank pulley and a new water pump as the serpentine pump spin's counterclockwise.
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
05-22-2005, 08:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 754
Posted By CAH383

You have a PM

You have a PM
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
05-19-2005, 05:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,592
Posted By CAH383

I just checked an extra set I have on the shelf...

I just checked an extra set I have on the shelf from LPE and it has the same problem, I am sure my currently installed set has it too. My car runs alright but every now and then it does act funny. ...
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