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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-02-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,029
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Aftermatket TPI - Edelbrock Intake, AS&M Runners, Holley TB & AFPR Fuel Rail

Will you consider breaking up the parts. I'm looking for a 52mm throttle body.
Thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-02-2022, 05:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,698
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Setting Fuel Pressure with AFPR Stock TPI

Just to circle back on this. My original stall issue was related to my alternator (OEM) and stereo system. I found that when I disconnected the amplifier positive lead from the battery that the car...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-09-2022, 04:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 703
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Stealth Ram Strange Hesitation Under Load FPR?

I am using the stock fuel pump with 30# injectors. Originally, I was thinking it could be the fuel pump, but I had a guy with a scanner do some data logging while I was driving and it definitely...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-12-2022, 10:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 703
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Stealth Ram Strange Hesitation Under Load FPR?

Agree. I need to either get it dyno tuned or do some data logging and get mail tuned. I don't have a data logger.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-10-2022, 02:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 703
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Stealth Ram Strange Hesitation Under Load FPR?

I purchased this one, hopefully it's the correct version.

Fuel Pressure Regulator | Kirban | Adjustable | Inline | Race | FPR (stinger-performance.com)...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-10-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 703
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Stealth Ram Strange Hesitation Under Load FPR?

It's done it since the I got the combo up and running, so nothing new after the mods. Car is a '91 so no maf, just MAP/Speed Density.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-10-2022, 10:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 703
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Stealth Ram Strange Hesitation Under Load FPR?

My friend put it on his scanner while driving and it looked like the "tip in" or it was rich right when the issue was happening...cruise off idle to part throttle acceleration while underload below...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-10-2022, 10:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 703
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Stealth Ram Strange Hesitation Under Load FPR?

I have a strange hesitation/cutting out while cruising under light load in OD. I will be around 2000 rpms and if I slowly roll into the gas it will start to sputter like it's starving for fuel before...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-10-2021, 09:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

Did you see my completed mods list post? Over the last 20 years I have mostly used AFR heads, the only exception being my C5TTZ where I had used WCCH to increase my stock LS6 heads to 77cc to reduce...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-08-2021, 08:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 567
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: For those that take your car to a mechanic for repairs

I do my own work normally. I built my 1000hp Twin Turbo C5Z, 66' Mustang, installed bigger blower on my C7Z06, fixed my boat, etc. and with the help from experienced people on forums (like this one)...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2021, 07:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 257
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: 3.73 gears for combo?

lol yeah traded my C8 in on it. It's pretty crazy.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2021, 10:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 257
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: 3.73 gears for combo?

Not trying to drive this car to over 150 mph lol. Just from 0-100 and then have a nice cruising RPM in OD. I noticed my setup pulled to 6300/6400 rpms easy today when it shifted into 3rd. Guessing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2021, 09:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 257
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

3.73 gears for combo?

Just completed my build and am very happy with it. Except that I could use a little more get from the hole and roll. My specs are:
1991 Camaro Z28 5.7
Auto TH700R4 with 3.23 gears
Stealth Ram...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2021, 09:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 268
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: 91 Camaro 5.7 Completed Mods Update

Here you go, had to shorten in a bit to get to 5mb.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
09-06-2021, 09:00 PM
Replies: 1,132
Views: 458,681
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Got Vette Wheels??...Post pics here...!

Here is my setup with C6 Z51 Brakes up front.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1280x773/1991_camaro_drivers_side_front_6a591d1ddb0336ca4e0494ae1cad3d7a45d4a211.jpeg...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2021, 08:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 268
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

91 Camaro 5.7 Completed Mods Update

Thanks to Bennie at AutoStart and Kevin91 for a tune, and Orr for cam advice.

91' Camaro Z28 5.7 stock bottom end (for now)
AFR 195 Heads
Holley Stealth Ram (for some reason didn't have to trim...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-20-2021, 11:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 291
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Stealth Ram TB linkage ???

So when installing the TB linkage, first thing to note is the fulcrum guide that the throttle cable routes goes back and hits the front the fuel rail crossover tube. Then I noticed that the cable...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-15-2021, 08:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 428
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Stealth Ram T Stat Housing Optons?

Thanks I saw that post when I did a search but didn't see a confirmation on whether it worked or not? The conversation transitioned into one about hood clearance. Is it the RS for the 305 (5.0) that...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-15-2021, 07:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 428
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Stealth Ram T Stat Housing Optons?

Options that is lol. Stealth Ram is installed and went together smooth except TPI T Stat housing is too tall. The Rad hose is 1 1/4 and the other T Stat housings I have tried are 1 1/2.....so the Rad...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-04-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,798
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: SOUTHBAY PROMO CODE

Just tried to order using my credit card and it states that tg11 is invalid coupon code.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2021, 08:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 607
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Tq Converter Recommendation?

Ok I think it is unanimous enough I'm going to go with a 9.5-10" 3000 stall converter. Eventually this car will have a 355-383cid in it at a minimum 10:1 CR. So I will see how the 3000 behaves as a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2021, 10:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 607
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Tq Converter Recommendation?

Installing Stealth Ram, AFR 195 heads, and Com 280 XFI HR13 cam on my 350cid. Was looking at some different stall converters around 2400-2500 stall. Which one is best for street/strip setup 10" or...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2021, 06:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 576
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Dyno graph compare

Funny I had my LS6 head chambers on my TT C5Z opened up to 72 or 77ccs (forget now) by West Coast Cylinder Heads to lower my CR (had a -2 cc dish also) to around 9.2:1. Worked really well and I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 285
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Did I order the wrong heads?

Yeah luckily that HSR I picked up has both. Just wanted to make sure, I was lucky to find a pair of AFRs from Jegs that were in stock, otherwise everybody is 3-4 weeks out. They had the 7/16" rocker...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2021, 05:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 285
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Did I order the wrong heads?

I placed an order for some AFR 195 part number 1040, but then I see that there is a part number for 1041s for a 72* intake center bolt angle...for engines newer than 87'. Do I need to cancel and get...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-09-2021, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 658
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: AFR 195, what PN for L98 and Dyno Don Headers

Thanks Don...just ordered the 1040s with angle plug.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-09-2021, 09:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 658
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

AFR 195, what PN for L98 and Dyno Don Headers

There are a few different options for the 65cc AFR 195 Heads and spark plug holes. It looks like there is a 1034 (straight), 1040 (angle), and 1041 (angle). I found another thread regarding Dyno Don...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-04-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

I think the car was warm at the shop when they tested. When I was having the problem though (prior to swapping out the O2 sensor) it was missing no matter if it was cold, warm, or hot...didn't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-03-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

I was thinking a compression check was about in order next, but I haven't noticed any coolant in the oil, oil in the coolant, or any smoke of any color other than the normal morning condensation burn...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2021, 11:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

Right but with the O2 connected in closed loop the car misfires and gas mileage is very poor. I haven't driving it too much with the O2 disconnected approximately 8 miles to test it, and the car ran...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2021, 10:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

Car is still missing. So still convinced it was timing I unplugged the EST again to see if it was something related to the ignition, thinking perhaps ECM, but it didn't make any difference. For shits...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-25-2021, 09:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,202
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: LS Swap Front Engine Accessory Guide

This is a great thread. I have went back and forth about swapping to an LSx in my Thirdgen for at least 15 years lol (4 different Thirdgens). I think the biggest question(s) for me have been...which...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2021, 10:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

Thanks I am going to remember it as DUI like I think you mentioned on another post. I will save it for my 355cid or 383cid HSR/AFR build. Will use this reman for now and save the higher end stuff for...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2021, 06:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 766
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Where to get my SuperRam ported?

Oh come don't over generalize. I own almost all of those, plus a C8 and just sold my Tesla. I love my Thirdgens and have had 3 of them, a 4th Gen too. I talk to everybody about their cars and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2021, 06:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

So I replaced the the knock sensor and it seamed a little better but it was most likely just wishful thinking on my part. Although it was not an end play issue with the Dizzy as it was only 8 months...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-18-2021, 05:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

When I disconnected the vacuum line to the MAP previously, it will start and idle, but when I put it in Reverse and try and move the car died. I haven't tried that with the new MAP sensor though.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-18-2021, 03:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

No SES light, New Distributor, Plugs, Wires, Ignition Coil, MAP, IAC, TPS. Car starts idles great, take off and it has a slight miss that cuts into the performance. Base timing is 6-8* with the EST...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-18-2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: ESC Module...do they go bad?

Thanks. I'm down to the knock sensor and or ECM causing the issue.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-17-2021, 10:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,592
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

ESC Module...do they go bad?

I have a 91' TPI 5.7 and am wondering if the ESC Module or can go bad or intermittently cause timing to retard? If so is it located on the drivers side behind the brake booster?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-14-2021, 10:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 797
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Does a bad charcoal canister cause poor performance?

Sorry it's probably buried in my previous response, but I replaced the mid-pipe section with another mid-pipe section I had stored. No change. The change was definitely spark related but the clogged...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2021, 10:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 797
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Does a bad charcoal canister cause poor performance?

Closing the loop on all of my threads regarding misfire under acceleration. The problem ended up being two fold.

First- my distributor hold down bolt loosened up and the distributor rotated...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2021, 12:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 797
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Does a bad charcoal canister cause poor performance?

I swapped in another mid pipe with dual cats from my old 91 Formula 350 I had saved from years ago, it only had 27K miles on it so I'm pretty sure the cats were fine in it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2021, 12:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 797
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Does a bad charcoal canister cause poor performance?

Thanks Vader. I suspect the converter, checked for vacuum leaks, I took off the vacuum line from the TB and tested to see if I could hear the EGR diaphragm opening and closing, and it is pretty new...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-12-2021, 11:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 797
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Does a bad charcoal canister cause poor performance?

I'm still having this strange loss of power while driving. I can produce a very light shudder between OD and 3rd if I lightly touch the pedal while under load and create a shudder, it feels like the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 473
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Effect of non-locking converter on engine and cooling system demand

I've done that. When I lost/damaged the C4 in my Mustang during installation (didn't seat the tq converter correctly when bolting it up to the motor), within 5 miles during the test drive the tranny...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2021, 12:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 473
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Effect of non-locking converter on engine and cooling system demand

Sounds like a valve body issue, I can ask my brother in law who owns a transmission shop, but generally losing all gears is valve body from my past experience.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2021, 12:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 473
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Effect of non-locking converter on engine and cooling system demand

Not sure but I was driving once on my 87' IROC (stock) and OD went out, then 3rd, then 2nd, then 1st until I had to pull over and call a tow truck. I was on a long trip home and figured the closer I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2021, 12:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,446
Posted By Shinobi'sZ

Re: Installed Distributor and now car won't start.

Thanks, does it receive the pulse from the cam position sensor? something must be picking it up because with the key on I can twist the dizzy clock wise and counter clock wise and could hear the fuel...
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