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Forum: Carburetors
06-18-2004, 06:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,665
Posted By Trans_AM_88

where did you bolt that mr gasket return spring...

where did you bolt that mr gasket return spring bracket specifically?
Forum: Carburetors
06-18-2004, 06:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 23,518
Posted By Trans_AM_88

you guys with the spacers...can a spacer, a...

you guys with the spacers...can a spacer, a holley, and a 3" element (1 1/4" drop base) fit under a stock T/A hood?
Forum: Carburetors
06-18-2004, 11:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 23,518
Posted By Trans_AM_88

i have a holley carb on my 350, and i just put a...

i have a holley carb on my 350, and i just put a t-splitter for the power brakes and the pcv. works pretty good, except the car seems to want to stall under very hard braking.
Forum: Carburetors
06-09-2004, 07:15 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Nah, I just put in new spark plugs.

Nah, I just put in new spark plugs.
Forum: Carburetors
06-08-2004, 12:36 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Dude, I have been taking initiative. I have been...

Dude, I have been taking initiative. I have been givin MANY suggestions (especially from you) and so far I've tried pretty much everything you have suggested. I've been doing this as logically as...
Forum: Carburetors
06-07-2004, 06:13 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Well I just bought the adapter cable to use with...

Well I just bought the adapter cable to use with the MSD ignition module. Do you think I should go without the ignition module?

I checked the spark plugs and they are black again :(. I am running...
Forum: Carburetors
06-07-2004, 05:15 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

ok, update. i installed the msd ignition...

ok, update.

i installed the msd ignition module, msd carp and rotor, new ac delco plugs, msd 8.5mm wires. the car runs smoother now and the idle is a bit more stable. i am about to set the timing...
Forum: Body
06-07-2004, 03:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,153
Posted By Trans_AM_88

um ok, that sounds interesting. do whatever you...

um ok, that sounds interesting. do whatever you gotta do
Forum: Body
06-06-2004, 09:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,153
Posted By Trans_AM_88

get rid of every single piece you painted silver....

get rid of every single piece you painted silver. seriously. get rid of the fur, get new headliner, carpet, 4thgen ebony console (get an auto one..a wannabe auto stick in a manual console doesnt look...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2004, 06:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 870
Posted By Trans_AM_88

are those numbers off all stock L98 cams?

are those numbers off all stock L98 cams?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2004, 06:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,971
Posted By Trans_AM_88

yeah man, you definatly want to protect the...

yeah man, you definatly want to protect the brakes system. if i can remember, there should be a decent amount of room to put some sort of ducting up over there. if not, a custom hood scoop would work...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2004, 06:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 976
Posted By Trans_AM_88

how hard is it to replace valve guide seals? what...

how hard is it to replace valve guide seals? what is involed in doing it (what parts are removed?)
Forum: Carburetors
06-04-2004, 04:30 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

snip: WRONG!!!....I think :p. Take...

snip:




WRONG!!!....I think :p. Take a look at my manual:

http://www.wolfyserver.net/jake/car/Ignition/fireball-manual-001.jpg

Doesn't that illustrate that I need the module (see 'To GM...
Forum: Carburetors
06-04-2004, 02:28 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Got some of my stuff today. I'm not sure if they...

Got some of my stuff today. I'm not sure if they sent me the right PS91 coil though :confused:

edit: Damn, I ordered the wrong coil. Also, the coil does not include the low resistance button.
Forum: Carburetors
06-04-2004, 06:16 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Well the harness had to be special ordered so...

Well the harness had to be special ordered so it'll be here on Monday or Tuesday. I should have all my parts by then.

One thing though, lets say I replace all of the ignition system, but I leave...
Forum: Carburetors
06-02-2004, 11:38 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

the ignition module underneath the rotor? i also...

the ignition module underneath the rotor? i also realized that i'll need a GM HEI harness to hookup the box. i dont really like hacking up the wires
Forum: Carburetors
06-01-2004, 08:11 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Alright, this is what I ordered today: ...

Alright, this is what I ordered today:


Crane Cams HI-6 Ignition System 6000-6440 $259.99
MSD 8.5mm Red Super Conductor Spark Plug Wires 121-3559-9 $69.99
Crane Cams PS91...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-01-2004, 06:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,513
Posted By Trans_AM_88

yeah pretty much. i think it's because there is...

yeah pretty much. i think it's because there is no return line. a AFPR with return line is like $100
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-01-2004, 12:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,513
Posted By Trans_AM_88

so that means no mechanical fuel pump right?...

so that means no mechanical fuel pump right? damn. i have a blue holley electric pump but the damn thing is so loud i can hear it running inside the car
Forum: Carburetors
05-31-2004, 10:14 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Ok here we go • I’ll order the hei kit,...

Ok here we go

• I’ll order the hei kit, wires and plugs.

• Install everything.

I’m not sure what you mean by the vacuum advance "holding" pressure. If I suck on it, what would happen?...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-31-2004, 09:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,513
Posted By Trans_AM_88

yeah let me know

yeah let me know
Forum: Carburetors
05-31-2004, 05:16 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

sure i can do a compression check, but i need to...

sure i can do a compression check, but i need to get the car running first. so that means i have to buy the stuff, fix the car, and then drive it to school where my equipment is.

the reason why i...
Forum: Carburetors
05-31-2004, 03:00 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

ok, I’ll make a delete pipe or something for the...

ok, I’ll make a delete pipe or something for the cat.

coil was replaced

the backfiring through the exhaust was just little pop pop pops with an occasional louder one (that's when
the cat...
Forum: Carburetors
05-31-2004, 12:07 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

well i figure at least this: if i do purchase the...

well i figure at least this: if i do purchase the above items, i will have replaced the ENTIRE ignition and fuel delevery systems. if that doesnt solve my problems, then my they lie elsewhere.

im...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-31-2004, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,513
Posted By Trans_AM_88

sorry forgot to mention it's carbed already

sorry forgot to mention it's carbed already
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-31-2004, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,513
Posted By Trans_AM_88

L98 with a mech fuel pump?

1: can i just slap a mechanical fuel pump on an L98? someone told me that the hole for it is blocked off.

2: whats mechanical fuel pump should i get? does a napa one suffice of should i get a...
Forum: Carburetors
05-31-2004, 10:03 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

ok, what if i just buy a new MSD vac advance...

ok, what if i just buy a new MSD vac advance dist, new cap, coil, rotor, wires, spark plugs, and trade in my holley for an edelbrock.
Forum: Body
05-27-2004, 01:14 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,004
Posted By Trans_AM_88

damn man, really nice work. i wish i had the time...

damn man, really nice work. i wish i had the time to do that stuff
Forum: Body
05-27-2004, 11:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,177
Posted By Trans_AM_88

if done right, hell no. if you take a close look...

if done right, hell no. if you take a close look at the link that you posted to another tgo thread, you'lll see that's the same thing he did. it looks good if it's done right
Forum: Body
05-26-2004, 09:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 871
Posted By Trans_AM_88

i think they're talking about the raimair that...

i think they're talking about the raimair that goes through the bumper
Forum: Body
05-26-2004, 08:57 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,714
Posted By Trans_AM_88

and there usually aren't key locks on the rear...

and there usually aren't key locks on the rear doors :lol:
Forum: Carburetors
05-22-2004, 11:23 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

I suppose I could send back my Holley to jegs and...

I suppose I could send back my Holley to jegs and have them give me an edelbrock...I’m up for anything that will get me my power back I guess.

I have a freaking 1405 (converted to elec. choke)...
Forum: Carburetors
05-22-2004, 11:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,438
Posted By Trans_AM_88

5 psi is usually a good starting point

5 psi is usually a good starting point
Forum: Carburetors
05-21-2004, 06:07 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

I took out the 66 prim. and put in 64's. And I...

I took out the 66 prim. and put in 64's. And I also changed the shooter to a 32. now the car backfires through the exhaust with huge hesitation WTF!!!

I'm about to buy another car :bs:
Forum: Carburetors
05-20-2004, 04:20 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

chickenman35? Anyway, I cleaned 6 of my...

chickenman35?

Anyway, I cleaned 6 of my plugs (black as HELL) and now the car runs smoother. No more backfiring. But now (of course there's a but) the car hesitates, all around. I think the...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-18-2004, 12:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 806
Posted By Trans_AM_88

why was it in storage for so long? did you start...

why was it in storage for so long? did you start it up every month or two to keep everything in good condition? nice 'maro dude
Forum: Carburetors
05-18-2004, 09:56 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Alright. I took out the needle and seat. There...

Alright. I took out the needle and seat. There was some junk on the needle so I cleaned it with carb cleaner. Put everything back together, now the car backfires like nuts. A few through the...
Forum: Carburetors
05-17-2004, 10:09 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Wait a sec, is the neeedle and seat in the float...

Wait a sec, is the neeedle and seat in the float adjustment? Can i pull the needle and seat out without messing anything up with the float?
Forum: Carburetors
05-17-2004, 08:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 919
Posted By Trans_AM_88

any specifics on how the bar was made?

any specifics on how the bar was made?
Forum: Carburetors
05-17-2004, 08:22 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Where is it :confused:? Are you talking about the...

Where is it :confused:? Are you talking about the idle mixture screws?
Forum: Carburetors
05-17-2004, 07:30 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Well, as luck would have it, this happened the...

Well, as luck would have it, this happened the day i took out the sinter filter in my fuel line. I didn't cut any metal lines either.

so the venturi boosters unscrew? I'll try and take them out...
Forum: Carburetors
05-16-2004, 06:21 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Ok, new update. Sorry I haven’t posted in a while...

Ok, new update. Sorry I haven’t posted in a while but I got really pissed off at my car and I had to stay away from it for a few days. But today I went back at it.

Today I put the blue pump cam on...
Forum: Carburetors
05-13-2004, 01:15 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

ok sorry I missed the joke. No harm done :) ...

ok sorry I missed the joke. No harm done :)



Alrighty, back to the issue at hand.

I'm trying to adjust the float level for the primary side but I'm having trouble. If I try and adjust it...
Forum: Carburetors
05-12-2004, 09:18 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Actually yes, it does. And for what it is...

Actually yes, it does.

And for what it is worth, I had an edelbrock before this and that was even worse. What a piece of junk. In any case, if you read the thread fully, and you understood it,...
Forum: Carburetors
05-12-2004, 07:20 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

haha, that's so true :lol: i'll do what you...

haha, that's so true :lol:

i'll do what you said and report back, thanks buddy
Forum: Body
05-12-2004, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 916
Posted By Trans_AM_88

armorall is great. anyway, what can i do...

armorall is great.

anyway, what can i do guys? it looks so wierd now that i know it's there.

i had to space the hinge (where it mounts to the console) about 1/8" to get the latch to work...
Forum: Body
05-12-2004, 05:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 916
Posted By Trans_AM_88

it seems to have a problem latching as well, but...

it seems to have a problem latching as well, but the hinge looks very stock :confused:

http://www.wolfyserver.net/jake/thirdgen/4th-gen-console-002_web.jpg
Forum: Body
05-11-2004, 09:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 916
Posted By Trans_AM_88

gap in the lid of 4th gen console?

I just got my 4th gen console in the mail today and I was cleaning it up when I noticed that the console lid has a very noticeable gap at the hinge. It doesn’t look normal...
...
Forum: Carburetors
05-11-2004, 09:20 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 18,271
Posted By Trans_AM_88

Then why did it run better before with smaller...

Then why did it run better before with smaller jets?

This is very confusing.
Forum: Cooling
05-11-2004, 07:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 615
Posted By Trans_AM_88

well i have the upper and lower mounts for the...

well i have the upper and lower mounts for the electric fans, and i have the 2 fans. i just dont have the 6 bolts (3 per fan) that attatch the fans to the mounts. anyone know the specs on them so i...
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