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Forum: South East Region
01-25-2011, 08:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 525
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Jax do it yourself type garage

Yeah, it's on Richard St. Supposed to be nice. Just opened beginning of January.
Forum: Interior
12-08-2010, 06:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,094
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: How to install Autometer mechanical gauges?

Right here
Forum: Fabrication
11-04-2010, 07:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,697
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: I need Roll Cage ideas

If all you want is to stiffen the upper chassis and give yourself somewhere to mount a harness, just make it yourself.
Forum: Body
10-12-2010, 05:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,425
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: body work (floors)

Have fun, it's a lot work but can be quite rewarding.
Forum: Body
10-03-2010, 06:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,425
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: body work (floors)

If you only have spots of severe rust get yourself a couple of pieces of sheet metal and a grinder/cutting wheel and get to welding. If you have more than 50% of holes then get a donor floor or a...
Forum: Body
08-18-2010, 11:41 AM
Replies: 386
Views: 79,795
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Hot pink thirdgen, For the girls!

South Jax here (Mandarin), car's looking good. Hope to see ya around sometime after mine is on the road.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-21-2009, 04:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 24,473
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: 86' Iroc Z28 posi?????

The 7.75 9 bolt didn't come in these cars until 1987. The 86 had the 7.625 10 bolt. Also, in 86 all IROC's had the 305 (some with the HO option) except for the "rumored" 50 that were equipped with...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-19-2009, 06:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 24,473
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: 86' Iroc Z28 posi?????

No '86 IROC's with the auto option came with 3.23's. In '86 IROC auto's had either 2.73 or (if equiped with the "G92" RPO) 3.42. Out of the 49 something thousand produced there were 50 350 equiped...
Forum: Cooling
04-12-2009, 04:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,018
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Removing A/C

You'll have heat to remove the ice from your window but not "defrost" to remove the fog that builds up with dew points dropping and such (might be mostly southern states I guess)
Forum: Cooling
04-11-2009, 01:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,018
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Removing A/C

You can remove the compressor and run a smaller belt, it won't change anything as far as the direction or routing of your belt. Do remember, however, that you will not have the defrost function...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-06-2008, 08:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 257
Posted By allboutspeed

need A/C compressor,condensor or ducts?

Will sell for $10 plus shipping. Taken off 87 Iroc. Fully functional at take off. Just don't need. Let me know. Also have all interior duct work.
Forum: South East Region
12-06-2008, 08:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 861
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Anyone is Central florida wanna run?

That is brash to say the least (nothing wrong with confidence however) you might want to check the site for other members in C Fl that are running big blocks and/or turbo/superchargers before going...
Forum: Electronics
11-11-2008, 08:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Alternator wires

So, if I read that right...fat wire to the starter and then on to battery, one straight to the battery and one to the gauge.....
Forum: Electronics
11-11-2008, 02:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Alternator wires

See, thats the confusing part. When you follow the diagram in there, both wires end up at the battery positive. I know one has to be a sensing wire for the regulator and the other should be supplying...
Forum: Electronics
11-10-2008, 11:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By allboutspeed

Alternator wires

Been a while since I been in the game and just recently got a "project" 87 Iroc. While cleaning up the past owners mess under the hood I found only one wire from the Alternator harness hooked up. The...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
10-14-2008, 09:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Motor/No Motor in N FL

Kinda need the title to drive on the street, but thanks....
Forum: Camaros Wanted
10-13-2008, 11:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Motor/No Motor in N FL

Going $1500....anyone?
Forum: Camaros Wanted
09-22-2008, 02:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Motor/No Motor in N FL

Still looking. Prefferably semi clean exterior. Interior does not matter as it will get stripped down anyway. Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?
Forum: South East Region
09-04-2008, 01:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 569
Posted By allboutspeed

Re: Looking for a good Drag Strip in East NC

Coastal Carolina Dragway in Jacksonville runs test and tune and series racing on Wed/Sun (depending on season) and should be the closest to you. Google "dragstrip jacksonville NC" and it should show...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
05-21-2008, 07:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By allboutspeed

Motor/No Motor in N FL

Looking for sub $1000 Camaro with or with out motor (will get transplant anyway) preferably new enough to have 700r tranny and no convertibles. Don't care too much about the looks except please no...
Forum: Electronics
03-05-2004, 05:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,218
Posted By allboutspeed

What we have here is a failure of the solenoid....

What we have here is a failure of the solenoid. The all time most common problem on third gen's. If your lights dim when you turn the switch, your switch is good. If you can bypass the solenoid and...
Forum: Electronics
01-19-2004, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,274
Posted By allboutspeed

There is a plug for your tach on the same side as...

There is a plug for your tach on the same side as the wires for the magnetic trigger. I jusy got done putting in a MSD 6AL and it works without the adapter.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-16-2004, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 629
Posted By allboutspeed

Most certainly answers my question. Once again,...

Most certainly answers my question. Once again, ThirdGen.org to the rescue.
Forum: Electronics
01-16-2004, 06:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 684
Posted By allboutspeed

Is it still streetable at all with the mechanical...

Is it still streetable at all with the mechanical advance?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-15-2004, 08:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 629
Posted By allboutspeed

Mechanical or Vacuum Advance

I just sprung for a complete MSD setup (6AL, Pro-Billet, Blaster 2) But I'm not sure if I should go Vacuum advance or Mechanical advance. I have always only used vacuum so I'm not sure what the...
Forum: Electronics
01-15-2004, 08:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 684
Posted By allboutspeed

'86- that is the exact same ignition components I...

'86- that is the exact same ignition components I just got for my '86. Did you go with vacuum advance or Mechanical? Why?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-30-2003, 05:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 380
Posted By allboutspeed

Sweet :rockon: :rockon:

Sweet :rockon: :rockon:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-29-2003, 02:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 380
Posted By allboutspeed

SLP Posi

Has anybody out there installed the $99 SLP posi unit in their car and swapped to 28 spline axles (82-87 of course)? Did it require any verifying of backlash or anything of the kind?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-05-2003, 05:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 408
Posted By allboutspeed

If it's anything newer than '83 then the kickdown...

If it's anything newer than '83 then the kickdown controlls the up-shift as well as the down shift. With out the cable the tranny won't know how much throttle you have=don't know when to shift=:( ...
Forum: Cooling
10-28-2003, 05:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 518
Posted By allboutspeed

The airdam provides about 65% (chevy number) of...

The airdam provides about 65% (chevy number) of the air flow for the radiator, however it also causes some drag at speed so if you have no overheating problems then I would leave it off.
Forum: Engine Swap
10-09-2003, 05:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 495
Posted By allboutspeed

If it was a wiring issue then it should have...

If it was a wiring issue then it should have shorted upon start up. If you were able to hear it run I'm guessing it took a little bit to burn up, so the exhaust possibility is more likely.
Forum: Engine Swap
10-09-2003, 05:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 374
Posted By allboutspeed

There is NO replacement for displacement. Go 350

There is NO replacement for displacement. Go 350
Forum: Exhaust
10-09-2003, 04:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 336
Posted By allboutspeed

The 350 will be choking on 2 1/2 in. pipes unless...

The 350 will be choking on 2 1/2 in. pipes unless you are running duals. A 3 in. is what that thing likes best, it has been proven over and over.
Forum: Exhaust
10-09-2003, 04:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 504
Posted By allboutspeed

With a cat-back you would indeed go with the...

With a cat-back you would indeed go with the version for your model car. Headers are a different issue. You will not need A.I.R complient cat's unless you plan on using your smog pump and all that...
Forum: Exhaust
10-09-2003, 04:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,042
Posted By allboutspeed

Design looks doable, however you will run into...

Design looks doable, however you will run into clearance issues with the tranny cross-member when you bring the driver side pipe across to the passenger side. There is enough room to mount Dyno max...
Forum: Exhaust
09-22-2003, 06:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 435
Posted By allboutspeed

Check E-bay or the Classifieds on this site.

Check E-bay or the Classifieds on this site.
Forum: Carburetors
09-22-2003, 06:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 774
Posted By allboutspeed

A 750 is pretty big on a stock 305. If your 305...

A 750 is pretty big on a stock 305. If your 305 is hopped up then the 750 should do it good. If your 305 is stock you will need to jet down the 750 so much that it will defeat the purpose. As far as...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-17-2003, 06:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 479
Posted By allboutspeed

Speedo cable goes into the gear housing on the...

Speedo cable goes into the gear housing on the side of the tranny towards the tail end. With common hand tools and a jack(jack stands) it shouldn't take much more than an hour.
Forum: Exhaust
09-17-2003, 05:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 519
Posted By allboutspeed

A V-8.

A V-8.
Forum: Electronics
09-17-2003, 05:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 454
Posted By allboutspeed

The WIRE is buzzing????????? That, I think, is...

The WIRE is buzzing?????????
That, I think, is physically impossible.
Forum: Electronics
09-17-2003, 05:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 653
Posted By allboutspeed

Did you correctly reconnect the ground wires? The...

Did you correctly reconnect the ground wires? The engine HAS to be grounded to the chassis or it won't run worth a crap. Also check your ignition coil and module, they tend to be the first to go. To...
Forum: Cooling
09-17-2003, 05:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 561
Posted By allboutspeed

Polyethyleneglycostyrene.

Polyethyleneglycostyrene.
Forum: Cooling
09-17-2003, 05:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,119
Posted By allboutspeed

The insulation on the inside of your hood does...

The insulation on the inside of your hood does nothing to hamper air flow and the effect on the engine cooling is neglible, all it does is keep the high engine temps from baking the paint on your...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-12-2003, 06:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 538
Posted By allboutspeed

Info on where you were when "something" hit you...

Info on where you were when "something" hit you would be helpful, and where is the noise comming from? Vader is right, cold engine+4500rpm=not your friend.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-12-2003, 06:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 477
Posted By allboutspeed

Moser 12 bolt all the way. Undeniably the easiest...

Moser 12 bolt all the way. Undeniably the easiest install and ONE of the cheapest ways to stand up to over 500 horses and 500 FT/LBS.


P.S Didn't know there was such a thing as a "mild" blower :o)
Forum: Engine Swap
09-12-2003, 06:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 566
Posted By allboutspeed

If those are pretty much the exact parts you want...

If those are pretty much the exact parts you want to run, you might as well go crate (fast burn 383). The cost will be only slightly higher, but no assembly is required and you can recover some of...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-12-2003, 06:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By allboutspeed

If you are going to rebuild your 350 to safely...

If you are going to rebuild your 350 to safely and dependably run 12's it will cost too much if you can't do any of it yourself. You can get a 383 horse non-votec for well under 2500 and you could...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-12-2003, 06:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 813
Posted By allboutspeed

The A/C bracket is on the drivers side right? If...

The A/C bracket is on the drivers side right? If so, the directions that come with the headers should have told you that you have to cut off the rear "ear" of the bracket that straddles the header...
Forum: Exhaust
09-12-2003, 05:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 459
Posted By allboutspeed

Burn the paint off first. It only takes a couple...

Burn the paint off first. It only takes a couple of hours drive time to get it off. Be awware that wrapping the headers will void most warranties (as if we care).
Forum: Cooling
09-12-2003, 05:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 668
Posted By allboutspeed

A dab of sealant will do ya.

A dab of sealant will do ya.
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