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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-17-2014, 12:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,902
Posted By nape

Re: Camber Caster Plates Camaro Firebird 82-92

http://www.hotpart.com/camaro-firebird-f-body-caster-camber-plates-black-or-red/
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-18-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,390
Posted By nape

Re: Suspension parts Sphon/Hotchkis/BMR/Global West

Still have the control arms? Price shipped to 60465?
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
02-06-2011, 03:25 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,401
Posted By nape

Re: Long time no talk everyone!

Working on the road. Right now, in Colorado on a wind farm. I still check the board every couple weeks. It's died down a lot since the hey day a few years ago.

Won two regional Championships last...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
03-13-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,043
Posted By nape

Re: It's a boy :-)

Congrats dude!
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
02-15-2010, 10:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 780
Posted By nape

Re: car hate...

You *****, you even have a heater out there. :D
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-26-2009, 09:16 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,775
Posted By nape

Re: Panhard relo bar

Because it would cost ~$100 and do absolutely nothing other then be shiny in red/black powdercoat.

It wouldn't reduce weight much, it's all sprung weight, and it doesn't do anything but brace the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-26-2009, 07:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,775
Posted By nape

Re: Panhard relo bar

watajob: Just take off the PHB relocator. There's plenty of exhaust clearance without it.

I agree with Dean. These products are pretty crazy in that they just bolt on in the first place and on top...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
09-22-2009, 02:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,349
Posted By nape

Re: The Sky is falling! My car is FINALLY getting paint!

I think I saw fenders for $15 on Craigslist tonight. I believe they were in Fox Lake or somewhere up north. Actually, CL for all the body parts, I've seen some good deals lately.

Let me take a...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
09-07-2009, 01:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 739
Posted By nape

Re: So anyone heading up to Gingerman Raceway...

Quick Gingerman race report. It'll actually be quick, considering I have to leave to meet Dave Algozine for Nationals (drive to Utah) in 5 hours.

We towed to Gingerman to run a Midwest/Great Lakes...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
09-04-2009, 10:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 739
Posted By nape

Re: So anyone heading up to Gingerman Raceway...

Here's the NASA info page about the event: http://www.nasamidwest.com/season/event_info.asp?eventid=9622

And here's the schedule: http://www.nasamidwest.com/docs/2009/sep_gingerman.pdf

We race...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-27-2009, 11:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,263
Posted By nape

Re: Blown87 has a blown motor

The block probably cracked when the chunk of piston tried to find a home between the piston and the cyl. wall.

I agree with the tight ring gap theory. How hard were you pushing the car before...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-26-2009, 03:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 843
Posted By nape

Re: Blackhawk Farms treats me well again!

Well, I've never been here before so I can't tell you too much.

-There's a chance of a gate fee, but it's usually $5-10/weekend if there is one.
-Bring a cooler, sometimes tracks don't open up...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-20-2009, 10:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 843
Posted By nape

Re: Blackhawk Farms treats me well again!

Thanks again to everyone who replied. You guys really need to come to Gingerman. We're running well this year and it makes for a helluva show.

Here's a few pics from Mid-Ohio:

Turn 7:...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-18-2009, 02:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 843
Posted By nape

Re: Blackhawk Farms treats me well again!

Since nothing was broken after Blackhawk, we scrubbed the brake dust and tire rubber off and loaded it up to go to Mid-Ohio.

Saturday: Practice was basically a waste as we used it to bed in new...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-13-2009, 01:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 843
Posted By nape

Re: Blackhawk Farms treats me well again!

I'll try to get pics up if any photographers showed up, all I have is crappy cell phone pics.



Come up to Gingerman in South Haven, MI on Labor Day weekend. It's about the same distance.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-12-2009, 04:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 843
Posted By nape

Blackhawk Farms treats me well again!

Just a quick race report from last weekend (yeah right).

I got to Blackhawk early on Friday and was able to secure a spot big enough for most of the CMC/AI guys to all be in the same spot, which...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-31-2009, 12:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 596
Posted By nape

Re: Anyone have any 305s they want out of the garage?

That's awesome, I'd definitely like to come get it. If you're running a flat tappet cam, I have some push rods, but not for hyd. rollers.

IIRC, hyd. roller pushrods are 7.400 and flat tappet are...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-23-2009, 11:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 596
Posted By nape

Re: Anyone have any 305s they want out of the garage?

Thanks for the offer, but I'm only looking for roller blocks. I basically only need the block, HR guide setup, timing cover, and crank, everything else will get tossed. I appreciate the offer though.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-23-2009, 11:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 420
Posted By nape

Re: Need some advice pro's chime in-Clutch-

I don't have any experience with street/strip clutches that hold that much, but if you ever get the road course bug I know the perfect clutch. It's either in or out though, no in between. It sucks...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-21-2009, 11:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 692
Posted By nape

Re: [IL] v8 s10 project

Any pics of the truck? Price?
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-21-2009, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 596
Posted By nape

Re: Anyone have any 305s they want out of the garage?

Thanks for the offer, Dave, but I need a 305. 350s just make too much torque for my class.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-20-2009, 11:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 596
Posted By nape

Anyone have any 305s they want out of the garage?

'Tis the season again. I'm looking for free '87+ 305s that you want to get rid of.

I had a motor play the "turn the nice expensive parts into little tiny pieces" game this weekend, so I need...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-09-2009, 10:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,040
Posted By nape

Re: New member here, bought camaro yesterday! Suggestions please!

WRONG. You can weld a TA mount or basically anything else to the center of a 9" if you have a strong enough welder and can lay down a decent bead. The thing to watch out for is putting too much heat...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-05-2009, 11:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 511
Posted By nape

Re: Free radiator

Tim, I still haven't got a call. I have my fingers crossed though :nod:
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-03-2009, 05:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 387
Posted By nape

Re: I sure miss the bird . . .

I had to run down to southern GA to pick up my enclosed trailer from the factory earlier this year and a buddy said he'd split the fuel for the trip if I picked up a car for him in NC (track prepped...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-02-2009, 11:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 511
Posted By nape

Re: Free radiator

Dibs! Call me - 708-837-7949 - TJ

I just did the fin straightening BS after I cleaned my stock radiator.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
06-29-2009, 11:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

Sounds like a plan, Kevin. We should be there. I haven't written up a report from the June Blackhawk event yet, but I'll let the picture do the talking:
...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
06-14-2009, 11:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 306
Posted By nape

Re: ATTN: Nape

Sorry, we were racing at Blackhawk Farms this weekend. Check your PM box.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
06-08-2009, 02:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 720
Posted By nape

Re: went to the junk yard today. nothing much

Sorry, gearhead's real name is Kevin ;)
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
06-08-2009, 12:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 720
Posted By nape

Re: went to the junk yard today. nothing much

Kevin, what year and which yard?
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
06-01-2009, 12:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 720
Posted By nape

Re: went to the junk yard today. nothing much

Yeah, I was there a couple weeks ago and there were only 2 Camaros and 1 Firebird. Luckily, I got the wiper arm I needed but the tail light center panel was smashed in the Firebird.

You needed to...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-21-2009, 10:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 384
Posted By nape

Re: Gauging Interest, LT1 Motor

I might know someone interested. Miles, history, ever been sprayed, etc?
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-20-2009, 03:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

If anyone is interested, here's the in-car video from Sunday's race: http://vimeo.com/4741509
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-20-2009, 03:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

Alright, here's the full report.

I showed up on Friday night about 7pm EST hoping to get a good spot because of all the rain we've had lately. The asphalt at Putnam is precious and few, and it was...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-13-2009, 08:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By nape

Re: Thirdgen Fest '09 early registration ends May 15th

Denny: If I bring the car on a trailer, I only have to pay for the car, right?
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-11-2009, 11:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

Putnam Park is this Saturday and Sunday. Be there or be square.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-08-2009, 12:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 909
Posted By nape

Re: your opinion on my rims

I think those will look fine.

The only thing I hate worse then big wheels with small brakes is big wheels with ridiculous brakes.

"I know you've got 20" wheels, but that doesn't make 15" carbon...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-05-2009, 10:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

Well, it rained all weekend at Road America and I'll bet the average temp was somewhere around 40*.

We struggled with the windshield, hatch, and mirrors fogging all weekend but we got that solved...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-05-2009, 10:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 379
Posted By nape

Re: Need T5 Torque arm mount asap

I'll look in the morning, Jeff. I think I have an extra one kicking around.

What's different about the 700R4 mount? It's been a couple years since I did the swap, but I didn't remember them being...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-23-2009, 03:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

Yep, ASedan. AS is more then minor modifications, but the bodies are pretty stock and the max wheel size is 16x8. Up until 2009, they were required to use unported iron head castings and a .480 lift...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-20-2009, 02:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

I didn't miss your post, but I've been busy getting everything ready. Autobahn sounds like a plan.

I'll try to call you this week.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-20-2009, 02:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

I've probably about mid 20s into the car if you count all the spares, doing things twice, etc.

I think I could build a copy of this car for about $15k and have it track ready. That's not counting...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-20-2009, 01:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 413
Posted By nape

Re: WTB: Rear disc brakes

I've got some PBR calipers that would be good as cores, but that's it. Take them and LT1 axle brackets for $75. You would need LT1 rotors and you should be good to go.

These calipers are getting...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-18-2009, 09:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 916
Posted By nape

Re: Unemployed....

That sucks dude.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-13-2009, 02:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

Re: NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

Sounds like a plan. I'll try to keep bumping this up before each race so everyone keeps seeing it.

If anyone really gets the urge, I'll make you a helluva deal on the car. I'm jonesin' to build...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-12-2009, 11:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,065
Posted By nape

NASA Midwest American Iron schedule

It's that time of year again, fellas.

April 25th-26th Road America Elkhart Lake, WI
May 16th-17th Putnam Park Mount Meridian, IN
June 13th-14th ...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-12-2009, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 502
Posted By nape

Re: Time to do a little spring cleaning.

I have those wheels/tires at my house now, so some by any time. Just give me a call when you're coming.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-11-2009, 07:12 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,526
Posted By nape

Re: Que the Music...

Great to hear, Bill.

Good luck!
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
04-05-2009, 10:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 916
Posted By nape

Re: Unemployed....

I hear ya. I've been off for two weeks and there's only a glimmer I'll work steady any time soon.

I get to make my first unemployment call tomorrow :mad:

Well, at least I've got plenty of time...
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