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Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2022, 05:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 805
Posted By Gascan

Re: Advice On Springs/Hardware to Run for Cam Break In On Aluminum heads

Thanks all, will cross fingers dot eyes and cross tees, and pray to the god of speed. Cheers.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-01-2022, 06:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 805
Posted By Gascan

Re: Advice On Springs/Hardware to Run for Cam Break In On Aluminum heads

I've found the spring specs quoted as below ( I am not up on imperial measurements since in a metric country);

Hyd cam springs - 1.250 single, 110lbs closed, 280lbs open, max lift .510 in


I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-30-2022, 09:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 805
Posted By Gascan

Re: Advice On Springs/Hardware to Run for Cam Break In On Aluminum heads

Hi there, unfortunately Dart don't list that or the spring part number to research it. Will have to troll through the interweb....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-30-2022, 09:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 805
Posted By Gascan

Re: Advice On Springs/Hardware to Run for Cam Break In On Aluminum heads

It certainly ruins your day. Mine is a comp xe268h, and #5 exhaust is the only one noticeable affected. (still in the car at the moment).

I think that there may be more than just the pressure. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-30-2022, 06:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 805
Posted By Gascan

Advice On Springs/Hardware to Run for Cam Break In On Aluminum heads

HI all, need some wisdom.

I have to replace my cam HFT. The cam specs work with the Alu heads I have, fitted with Hydraulic Flat Tappet hardware( see specs in pic). They are using a single spring...
Forum: Body
03-21-2022, 02:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 860
Posted By Gascan

Re: Aftermarket Parking / indicator Light Option for 83 Berlinetta

Ok, look forward to seeing what you can track down. Cheers.
Forum: Body
03-19-2022, 06:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 860
Posted By Gascan

Re: Aftermarket Parking / indicator Light Option for 83 Berlinetta

Hello again, any update on this project? Shame to hear that extra work is required :(
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-16-2022, 01:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,017
Posted By Gascan

Re: Missing K member bolt

Thanks for the extra information - before I saw this, The boss wanted to go shopping today, so not wanting to miss the opportunity I removed the LHS bolt to measure it, and it is slightly different...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-15-2022, 02:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,017
Posted By Gascan

Re: Missing K member bolt

Yep got it, good advice and safety first ;-)
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-15-2022, 02:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,469
Posted By Gascan

Re: TDS wonder bar install problems

Thanks Sofa for posting these diagrams, very useful. I also fitted a TDS wonder bar at xmas. For me, the locating tab on the sway bar fitting was about 2mm from fitting into the slotted hole in the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-15-2022, 02:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,017
Posted By Gascan

Re: Missing K member bolt

Thanks for those torque values, yes it seems obvious but I was a bit worried with ending with two misaligned bolt holes completely removing the LHS one, that's kind of the way things roll with this...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-14-2022, 05:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,017
Posted By Gascan

Missing K member bolt

Hi all, after checking over the work by an exhaust shop on modifying my Y pipe yesterday, I notice a bolt missing which goes through a tab from the rear of the k member and into the frame. It looks...
Forum: Body
11-18-2021, 05:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 860
Posted By Gascan

Re: Aftermarket Parking / indicator Light Option for 83 Berlinetta

Hey there Screaming Chicken, any progress on this project?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-10-2021, 01:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

I've ordered a couple of different model PCV (orifice ones) recommended for low vacuum engines and a stock one to take the plastic elbow off, since those 2 don't come with them. I've also received a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2021, 07:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Thanks SkinnyZ I appreciate all of the tips you are giving me. I did have to think what PV was lol, and them remembered that the Holleys have power valves. These have an accelerator pump which you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2021, 04:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

I got the chance to go for a short drive today after changing the jetting / metering rods. In the end I went from configuration 15 to 11 on chart below, basically 1 stage rich from stock, rather than...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2021, 03:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Got the Innovate AFR gauge installed today, had a bit of time to take the car for a quick run. AT idle (750 rpm) it is running at around 11.1 and when driving it it stayed between this and high 11's,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-28-2021, 05:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Hi All, ready to take the next steps in getting this thing tuned properly.

My Progression Ignition HEI turned up yesterday and installed it last night. As a starting point I used the same settings...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2021, 09:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Hi there, thanks for the tip. No I got a new 8 inch summit damper with etched timing marks and a 8 inch pointer. When I had the heads off I verified TDC on cylinder one, checked it before and after...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2021, 09:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Will do..
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2021, 09:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Thanks all for the suggestions. Yesterday I started off with intentions of removing plugs and knocking the gap back a little, and found an as yet unused compression tester in my box of "bought on...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-12-2021, 03:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

No I haven't checked compression. What vacuum would you expect to see? When I first started trying to tune I was getting 14" on the gauge, thinking about it, this was with the line to the ECU capped...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-12-2021, 03:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

These are the Jegs kit curves, confirmed the bushing purpose from another brands instructions...

So judging by this I will have to either go with the gold spring and maybe knock initial back. But...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-11-2021, 05:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

I was surprised that the stock springs were coming in so quick, but figured they would be a good starting point. The jegs recurve kit has a few sets of springs, but assume I have to fit their weights...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-11-2021, 04:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Took out the # 1 plug tonight to check. Well, it's not black and sooty....
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-11-2021, 04:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Yes there was a significant surge at around 4000 RPM, maybe related to the higher engine temps at that time. I thought I might have mixed up the vacuum lines, but no.

It is basically a one way...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-10-2021, 03:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Got a chance to work on the car this afternoon. My first thought was to go to the next richest Main jet / rod combination and see how that ran, I also increased the secondary jet two sizes from stock...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-09-2021, 02:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Yep, l will order one today. Amazon has the AEM one with all the bits for $180 US a lot cheaper than buying local unfortunately. In the interim I might go up a jet size and see what happens...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-09-2021, 02:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

Thanks for the tips, no not 100% sure on the cruise advance. The mechanical seems to come in quickly. but i was having problems getting good consistent RPM readings on my timing light as my plug...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-09-2021, 02:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Re: Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

HI there, you might have hit the nail on the head regarding the exhaust. I have some old Mr Gasket headers that were ceramic coated about 15 years ago, Unsure on the primary diameter if 1 5/8 or 1...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-08-2021, 07:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 808
Posted By Gascan

Tuning Advice After A Number of Changes

HI all, looking for a bit of feedback on next steps to get my updated gen 1 small block running as best possible.

It’s a ‘74 350 block with 30 over dished pistons (with the 4 valve reliefs).
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-27-2021, 01:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By Gascan

Re: What is the Thin Vaccum Line For?

I recall installing a B&M 4th gear anti kickdown kit about 20 years ago, lol but don't recall doing anything else with the trans. I'll hook it up to manifold vacuum and see how it goes.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-24-2021, 02:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By Gascan

Re: What is the Thin Vaccum Line For?

Thanks for confirming that, much appreciated. So it is just a reference for the ECU? The computer is still in there, would it be using this data for anything transmission related?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-24-2021, 02:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By Gascan

Re: What is the Thin Vaccum Line For?

Yep, that's the one! Looking at that carb brings back memories...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2021, 03:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By Gascan

Re: What is the Thin Vaccum Line For?

Thanks all for replying. It is an 83 Berlinetta, originally with LG4, Air-con, cruise control, cc qjet carb.

Here's a pic of it.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2021, 06:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By Gascan

What is the Thin Vaccum Line For?

Hi All, just replaced the heads, intake manifold and carb on the car and I have a vacuum line that I am unsure of its purpose, and hoping someone can identify it. unlike the other rubber lines...
Forum: Carburetors
09-16-2021, 05:30 AM
Replies: 1,335
Important/Useful : Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics
Views: 315,535
Posted By Gascan

Re: Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics

355 work in progress - Edelbrock AVS2 carb. Waiting for silicone elbows to get clearance on drivers side.......
Forum: Body
08-11-2021, 06:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 451
Posted By Gascan

Re: Berlinetta 82 Grilles

The two 3d printed grille suppliers I found were:

Jimmy Daniels via Ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/153803723453

and

schipsoft.com https://schipsoft.com/product/camaro-berli-grille/
Forum: Body
07-30-2021, 09:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 860
Posted By Gascan

Re: Aftermarket Parking / indicator Light Option for 83 Berlinetta

That looks great, will be keen to see what you come up with. Would definitely like something a little bit more modern like you have done here. Add me to the queue ;-)
Forum: Body
07-30-2021, 02:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 860
Posted By Gascan

Re: Aftermarket Parking / indicator Light Option for 83 Berlinetta

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The left hand park / indicator light is the damaged one....
Forum: Body
07-30-2021, 02:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 451
Posted By Gascan

Re: Berlinetta 82 Grilles

Hi there, the z28 ones are different, but I have now found two people that are printing the early Berlinetta / SC ones for between $85 - 99 a pair. Will post the links after I have ordered a set
Forum: Body
07-30-2021, 02:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 860
Posted By Gascan

Re: Aftermarket Parking / indicator Light Option for 83 Berlinetta

Hi there. thanks for the offer! I have the clear ones with the plastic piece going across. even if I can get one good one would be great.

Been looking for a dual function 3 x 5 led option , but...
Forum: Body
07-29-2021, 02:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 451
Posted By Gascan

Re: Berlinetta 82 Grilles

Thanks for that, will keep searching....
Forum: Body
07-28-2021, 07:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 451
Posted By Gascan

Re: Berlinetta 82 Grilles

Hi Gochi, was searching the forum and found your thread. I have a 83 Berlinetta and my grilles are mostly intact but are brittle and bits have broken away. Have you managed to make replacements? I...
Forum: Body
07-28-2021, 06:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 860
Posted By Gascan

Aftermarket Parking / indicator Light Option for 83 Berlinetta

Hi all from New Zealand, I've had this car for about 20 years and after a few burst of activity; repaint with louvred hood and rear lip spoiler, and a reconditioned 350 sbc, headers with 3" exhaust,...
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