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Forum: Cooling
06-25-2003, 02:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 679
Posted By spdracerIROC

It's fixed anyhow. Thanks all for your opinions....

It's fixed anyhow. Thanks all for your opinions.


Serpentine belt was 2" too long. Was just barely tight enough to run the power steering and alternator. Add the drag of the AC Compressor...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-25-2003, 03:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 538
Posted By spdracerIROC

350 Blocks Compatible with late 80's TPI???

Thanks for the tips on what to use for a block.

I was debating on whether or not to use the 305 heads on the 350 if I had them ported/polished and beefed up. There is quite the debate in some...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-23-2003, 11:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 538
Posted By spdracerIROC

350 Blocks Compatible with late 80's TPI???

Okay,


Here is the question:


As most of you know my 88' IROC *HAD* a 350 in it, but it was shelled and replaced with a very strong 305. (built up motor from a wrecked 305 car)
...
Forum: Cooling
06-23-2003, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 679
Posted By spdracerIROC

Yes, the system had been previously evacuated and...

Yes, the system had been previously evacuated and properly converted to r134.

The previous owner was working on the vehicle and broke one of the ac lines.

When I bought the car he had a brand...
Forum: Cooling
06-23-2003, 10:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 679
Posted By spdracerIROC

Thanks for the tips. I don't have a vaccum...

Thanks for the tips.

I don't have a vaccum pump.


The only port I know of to put a pressure gauge on would be the port on the top of the dryer/accumulator where I hook up to hose for the...
Forum: Cooling
06-22-2003, 12:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 679
Posted By spdracerIROC

AC Drags Belt when engaged

Hey all,


The only part of a car I know little about is the AC System.

I've tried charging the system twice (was converted to R134) and when the system is about 3/4 of the way charged the...
Forum: Mid-West Region
06-03-2003, 02:30 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 5,588
Posted By spdracerIROC

Chipping In

Josh,


You can put me down for tossing some money in the pot for this.

E-mail me the iternerary so far, and eveything.


You'll never catch me on the phone..... e-mail --- e-mail----...
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-31-2003, 10:52 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 5,588
Posted By spdracerIROC

Count me in

Josh,



Sorry I haven't called you back... Work has been hell.


Put me down for the thirdgen meet in Des Moines on the 21st.
Forum: Cooling
05-12-2003, 08:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 905
Posted By spdracerIROC

Thank You!!!!!!!!!!! My Father in law is the...

Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!

My Father in law is the manager of the body shop at a GM Delaership. :-) Any part still made for the IROC I can get.... Just need the part number. ;-)
Forum: Cooling
05-12-2003, 01:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 905
Posted By spdracerIROC

GM Part number for 88 IROC Radiator air dam?

Hey all,


I think I've found the root of my IROC running a bit on the warm side (never has overheated, but is running warmer than it should be.

I need the lower air dam thing that bolts on...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-11-2003, 04:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 514
Posted By spdracerIROC

Crate Motor or build from scratch?

Hey All,


I'm starting to put money away to build up a "new" motor for my ride.

I'm wondering if I should grab an L98 or LT1 from a junkyard and rebuild it myself (forged pistons, crank,...
Forum: Cooling
05-10-2003, 09:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 439
Posted By spdracerIROC

TB Bypass Making car run warmer?

Hey All,


I did the TB Bypass a few weeks ago, and the car seems to be running about 10-15 degrees warmer than normal. I replaced the thermostat today with a 180 unit with 4 1/8" holes drilled...
Forum: Cooling
05-10-2003, 09:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 435
Posted By spdracerIROC

I may not have an answer for you, but My '88 IROC...

I may not have an answer for you, but My '88 IROC did the same. When I bought the car I found that the sending unit was not connected to the guage. The wiring is burnt a little from the headers...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-06-2003, 07:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 803
Posted By spdracerIROC

Ah, thanks for the tidbit on the Pontiac 400. ...

Ah, thanks for the tidbit on the Pontiac 400.

I had been told (even by the shop that built my motor) that technically it is a big block, probably due to the wider stance of the block.

I guess...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-06-2003, 06:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 803
Posted By spdracerIROC

Yes, Pontiac 400BB (yes it's a Big block! ) will...

Yes, Pontiac 400BB (yes it's a Big block! ) will require a low profile intake, and/or cowl hood.

You may want to sift through Car Craft back issues. They had an F-Body big block project that...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-06-2003, 06:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 803
Posted By spdracerIROC

Um, no.... Being a former 78 T/A Owner I can...

Um, no.... Being a former 78 T/A Owner I can tell you a 400 Big Block does *NOT* Drop right into a 3rd gen.

I would seriously consider putting a TH350 Trans behind the 400 if you drop it in...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-06-2003, 06:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By spdracerIROC

Nick, That sounds just about like what I...

Nick,


That sounds just about like what I want. the retard switch will come in handy for my L98 Rebuild w/ a 150HP Nitrous system.

You remember about how much you spent on the unit? (If...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-05-2003, 09:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By spdracerIROC

Aluminum Valve Covers / Aftermarket Coil

Hey All,

Anyone know of a good brand of aluminum valve covers for an '88 IROC (Small block 305/350)

I was thinking Edelbrock may carry something.


Also.... I'd like to get an aftermarket...
Forum: Exhaust
05-04-2003, 02:57 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,696
Posted By spdracerIROC

For someone who has had the following cars: ...

For someone who has had the following cars:

1978 TA 400BB, Hedman Headers, Custom dual 3" exhaust Flowmaster Mufflers
1974 Pymouth Duster 360, Hooker Headers, Dual 3" Exhaust (custom)
1985...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-03-2003, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 641
Posted By spdracerIROC

So $40.00 isn't a good deal for one, brand new in...

So $40.00 isn't a good deal for one, brand new in the box?


I figured for what I spend on a nite out it can't be bad, but that is why I'm asking.

Thanks for the post!



--Ray
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-03-2003, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 641
Posted By spdracerIROC

Chevy8ford, Thanks for the "opinion" I...

Chevy8ford,


Thanks for the "opinion" I appreciate it.

I eventually do want to "burn" a chip, but I'm waiting until I have my new motor, as I'll be running a 125-150 nitrous shot,...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-03-2003, 02:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 641
Posted By spdracerIROC

Jet Performance Chips?

Hey All,

I might have a line on a good deal on a new, unopened Jet Performance chip for my IROC.


Anyone have any opinions about these? I beleive it is a "stage 2" chip.


Thanks in...
Forum: Car Audio
04-23-2003, 12:35 PM
Replies: 1,332
Important/Useful : Your Top 5 Tunes
Views: 110,706
Posted By spdracerIROC

Top 5 tunes eh? 1.) Any one of the...

Top 5 tunes eh?




1.) Any one of the Metallica Songs Below:
One
For Whom The Bell Tolls
Sad But True*
(*Sometimes Substituted with American Badass)
Forum: Body
04-08-2003, 10:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 880
Posted By spdracerIROC

Are you replacing the entire gauge or just...

Are you replacing the entire gauge or just putting on adhesive covers?

Colored bulbs might make things funky, although the factory "clear" bulbs have somewhat of an "amber" tint to them.

I'd...
Forum: Body
04-08-2003, 04:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 880
Posted By spdracerIROC

Just write down there the needle is on each...

Just write down there the needle is on each guage. Like I said I think my tach *MIGHT* be 100 RPM off, but everything else is dead on. I purposefully set my fuel guage 1 1/16th of a tank lower...
Forum: History / Originality
04-08-2003, 02:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 435
Posted By spdracerIROC

LOL! I'm so used to ignoring "banner" ads that...

LOL! I'm so used to ignoring "banner" ads that I've not even noticed those ads...


DUH!!! (I feel dumb now)


Thanks much for the tips.
Forum: History / Originality
04-08-2003, 01:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 435
Posted By spdracerIROC

How's about a link? or at the least a URL? :doh: ...

How's about a link? or at the least a URL? :doh:


Thanks in advance!
Forum: Engine Swap
04-07-2003, 11:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 589
Posted By spdracerIROC

J's T/A, How/Where do I check for that...

J's T/A,


How/Where do I check for that Information?


I'd love nothing more than to find out the "305" was actually a mis-identified 350.

I'd still buy a new shortblock, etc... as I'd...
Forum: Body
04-07-2003, 11:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 442
Posted By spdracerIROC

4th Gen Center Console Help, Search turns up very little!

Hey All,


Getting ready to drop in a 4th Gen Center console, and a search turns up little information that is any use.


Any tips, info on installing a 4th gen center console? I'd love to...
Forum: Body
04-07-2003, 10:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 880
Posted By spdracerIROC

BE CAREFUL!!!

Be *VERY* Careful installing guage faces on your F-Body.

I recently installed a set of white face guage covers from Duangedesign.com, and they look great, but I busted my speedometer needle.
...
Forum: History / Originality
04-07-2003, 10:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 435
Posted By spdracerIROC

Rear Defroster Help!

Hey All,


It seems at some point, the previous owner of my 1988 IROC changed some dash panels as the rear defroster button is nowhere to be found.

Anyone have an idea how to trace/find the...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-07-2003, 10:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 589
Posted By spdracerIROC

L98 350 Replacement Tips???

Hey all,


My IROC Came from the factory with an L98, and at some point the previous owner dropped in what I think (and feel) is a well built 305 with some good power and decent life left to it. ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-06-2003, 09:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 857
Posted By spdracerIROC

So basically you "wash" the car, and use the clay...

So basically you "wash" the car, and use the clay bar, then repolish and wax, or is the clay bar a type of polish?

I'm a bit confuse if it's a polishing type of thing, or just a deep cleaner?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-06-2003, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 802
Posted By spdracerIROC

Strut tower brace / subframe connectors???

Hey All,



I've got a set of subframe connectors
( I think that is what they are. )

I'll snap a pic and update this post in a bit.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-06-2003, 08:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 857
Posted By spdracerIROC

IROCthe5.7...... You have the twin of my...

IROCthe5.7......


You have the twin of my IROC!
(Mine *HAD* a L98 From the factory, and I'm in the process of building up a new short block L98)

I've used the meguiar's 3 step process and...
Forum: Electronics
04-05-2003, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 471
Posted By spdracerIROC

Yep, and it seems this one doesn't have it. ...

Yep, and it seems this one doesn't have it. Under my cigarette lighter is a blank panel.


Now I'm going to have to trace wiring, and go to GM/Ebay for a rear defroster switch.


Thanks for...
Forum: Electronics
04-05-2003, 11:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 471
Posted By spdracerIROC

Rear Defroster

Not that I'll be driving the car in snow much, but at times my 88 IROC's rear window gets fogged up. (It's gets kinda cold when it rains here)

I can not find any sort of switch to turn the...
Forum: Mid-West Region
04-04-2003, 12:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 502
Posted By spdracerIROC

Nope, this is the only accoutn I have on here,...

Nope, this is the only accoutn I have on here, and just joined a week ago.


(Although I have posted in the "restoration" and "Power Adder" forums lately) :-)
Forum: Power Adders
04-04-2003, 11:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 644
Posted By spdracerIROC

Whoohoo!!!! Cronic, you just made my...

Whoohoo!!!!


Cronic, you just made my day...

So I'm looking at my motor, a chip, and bigger injectors. That'll free up some cash for having the trans and rear axle worked over.


Thanks...
Forum: Mid-West Region
04-04-2003, 11:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 502
Posted By spdracerIROC

I'm assuming Earville isn't a typo of...

I'm assuming Earville isn't a typo of "Coralville"?

Only have lived in CR for 6 months or so. Still having trouble with some parts of town

Would be interested in the meet up. April 19th...
Forum: Problems / Help / Suggestions / Comments
04-04-2003, 01:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 306
Posted By spdracerIROC

Sig image code?

Hey All,


This may or may not be the right place, but I'd rather ask forgiveness than permission. :-)

As you can see in my sig, something is wrong with my image code. I write HTML pages as...
Forum: Power Adders
04-04-2003, 01:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 644
Posted By spdracerIROC

Cronic, If I understand your suggestion...

Cronic,


If I understand your suggestion right....

I could replace the 305 with an L98 350 (which is what the car came from the factory with to begin) and only have to change the injectors...
Forum: Body
04-03-2003, 01:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 375
Posted By spdracerIROC

Josh, Yeah, I'm looking for the...

Josh,


Yeah, I'm looking for the "standard" front badge. Yeah, you guessed right, my IROC is Black with grey/sliver decals.

Like I said. I think one of the black/grey front emblems would...
Forum: Body
04-02-2003, 06:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 375
Posted By spdracerIROC

88 IROC Front Emblem?

Hey All,



I just got an 88 IROC, and it looks like the front emblem has fallen off over the years.

I've foudn quite a few on ebay, (new in box) but.......


There are several...
Forum: Power Adders
04-02-2003, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 644
Posted By spdracerIROC

88 Iroc 305 rebuild with power?

Hey all,

I'm hoping this is the right forum.

I have an 1988 IROC with a 305 TPI, and I'm working on sourcing all the parts to build up a new motor.

The car did come from the factory with...
Forum: History / Originality
04-01-2003, 10:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,363
Posted By spdracerIROC

Thanks Jim, I'll add that to the bookmarks list!...

Thanks Jim, I'll add that to the bookmarks list! :-)
Forum: History / Originality
03-31-2003, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,363
Posted By spdracerIROC

ZTwenty, Thanks for the info, I noticed...

ZTwenty,

Thanks for the info, I noticed after looking over all the different sub threads that there are specific threads for everything I want to do to my IROC to make it liek new, and then some....
Forum: History / Originality
03-31-2003, 06:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,363
Posted By spdracerIROC

1988 IROC-Z Restoration/Mods

Hey all,


Kinda new to the forums, but I do have to say that thirdgen.org is an AMAZING Source of Information.

I just bought a 1988 IROC, and it will have been my third gen3 f-body, and...
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