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Forum: Electronics
06-17-2012, 05:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,444
Posted By gixxer9

Re: 86 Z28 radio, hatch release, locks not working

What was the problem?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-05-2012, 09:23 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,136
Posted By gixxer9

Re: TPIS Mini Ram intake complete Price Reduced!

What model is that miniram? Are the ports 1204 or 1205?

Also, the throttle body looks like a stock one with an air foil, so are you sure it is 58mm? TPIS modifies the stock tb from 48mm to 52mm,...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-02-2012, 04:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 500
Posted By gixxer9

Re: 350 auto ecu and burning equipment

Would you consider selling the Burn1 separate from the ecm?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-02-2012, 02:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 764
Posted By gixxer9

Re: (Almost) Complete T5 Swap

Sent you a PM.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-19-2011, 03:22 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

I went with 112 LSA in hopes of cleaning up the rich idle (it was smelly at idle with my 110 LSA solid roller). The 112 LSA cleaned it up a little, but not completely. You're right, it doesn't fall...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-18-2011, 10:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

Cam Style Hydraulic roller tappet
Basic Operating RPM Range 2,400-6,000
Valve Lift with 1.6 Rocker Arm Ratio 0.569 int./0.585 exh.
Duration at 050 inch Lift 234 int./242 exh.
Advertised...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-18-2011, 10:25 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

I installed a Mac testpipe yesterday and the difference in power is noticeable. I have yet to put it on the dyno, but the butt dyno says at least 25 to 30 hp. My friend is more optimistic at 50 hp,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2011, 11:06 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

The car has not been to the track with the new motor (or in almost a decade, for that matter). I do plan to make a few baseline runs this year, but want to sort some of these questions first. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2011, 10:59 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

1. No, it was a Dynojet.

2. I don't know if it was locked-up, but the run was in 3rd gear and I'm unsure if the converter will lock-up outside of OD.

3a. We did not go any richer than 13 to 1...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2011, 09:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

Interesting, I have not ported the HSR. I've considered purchasing a 58mm TB, but have not as of yet.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2011, 08:00 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

Base timing is set at 10 BTDC (with EST unplugged), the motor did not like 6 BTDC at all. The total timing is around 38 to 40 degrees (when we tuned, we added timing until power was lost due to ECM...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-12-2011, 06:51 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

I started this thread looking for advice on what to look at because I know something is amiss. My engine components are all in the first post. I just had a full custom tune done at the dyno last...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-11-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

When I get back on the dyno, hopefully in a couple of weeks, I will do a run with the Magnaflow cat removed (I have a MAC flanged cat delete on the way, and will be installing a cut out in that...
Forum: TPI
09-09-2011, 06:57 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,702
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Just can't dip into the 11's

joeblue83, what are you running for injectors again? Weren't they 30 lbs at some point?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-09-2011, 06:22 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

It would hit 16:1 wide open before the custom tune. It is now 13.0:1 +/- .2 throughout the powerband (I was thinking it was closer to 13.5:1, but I verified it is actually a little richer).

I saw...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-08-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

The photos didn't come out as well as I expected.. All of the plug insulators are rose colored.

I tested the cylinder pressures in this order: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 6, 4, 2, 1

The compression (engine...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-08-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-08-2011, 07:13 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2011, 02:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

I should add.... While we were trying to richen the a/fr up high (it would go to 16:1 a/fr when the rpms went over 4000) I watched the fuel pressure gauge to make sure it wasn't due to fuel pressure...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2011, 02:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

The back pressure test is also something that I've considered doing. I need to drill a hole and get a back pressure probe from my old shop.

I do not know the exact advance curve because I was not...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2011, 02:01 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

I will check the vaccuum reading.

We set the timing where the engine made maximum power. When we lost power, we re-burnt the chip with the last timing values.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2011, 06:27 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

This is precisely why I'm looking to setup some time with you before winter, lol!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

I had the cat installed on Saturday (before the dynotune) because the hollow factory cat sounded terrible, and I was hoping to quiet the car down a bit (Lots of kids in my neighborhood, including my...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2011, 08:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

Torque peak is at 4550. The curve goes up slowly, has a dip at 5100 (305 hp @ 5000, 295 hp @ 5075, 305 hp @ 5150) and then slowly goes up again. Peak hp is at 5900.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2011, 10:23 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

Comp Cams 26918-16 - Comp Cams Beehive Valve Springs Details
Chevy LS1/LS2/LS6

Specs

OD: Top 1.075" Bottom 1.310"
ID: Top .650" Bottom .885"
Seat Pressure: 125 lbs @ 1.800''
Open Pressure:...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2011, 10:17 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

These numbers were the result of the custom tune.

I'm running Beehive springs with tool steel retainers. They are 135# seated (1.750" height) and 367# at 1.150" (353# @ 1.165, my open height).
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2011, 10:09 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Underperforming 383

We made several pulls changing timing and fuel until we found what the motor liked best. While tuning, the runs started at 313 rwhp (very lean up top, slightly rich down low). We next tuned to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-04-2011, 08:25 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,967
Posted By gixxer9

Underperforming 383

343 rwhp, 352 rwtq.

383, 10.3:1, AFR 195 heads, Stealth Ram, 52mm throttle body, de-screened MAF, 32 lb Bosch gen III injectors, Howards Max Torque roller 234 242 .569" .585", SLP 1.75" ceramic...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-09-2011, 12:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Can anyone explain this?

I swapped the two hoses that I suspected, and then started my car. My fuel pressure holds at 44 psi now (with the vacuum disconnected) and about 40 with vacuum. It was late so I couldn't leave it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2011, 09:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Can anyone explain this?

I can blow compressed air through the return line, but it's pretty restricted. I re-installed the Holley regulator, but the fuel pressure hit 100 psi again. I'm beginning to wonder if we got two...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2011, 06:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Can anyone explain this?

I'm going to my shop after dinner tonight to check the return line. I'll disconnect the line and blow some air through it with the gas cap removed. That should pretty much tell me where my issue...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2011, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Can anyone explain this?

Right. I most likely have an issue with my new Kirban regulator. I spoke with them this morning and they said my issue could only be a plugged return line or bad regulator. He said I should try...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-07-2011, 10:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Can anyone explain this?

Thank you for the quick reply. I was unaware of that switch, but I did wonder if the was such a thing. It was the only possibility that I could think of.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-07-2011, 10:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 644
Posted By gixxer9

Can anyone explain this?

After 7 years of sitting dormant, my camaro is about to live again. I finally installed my new engine, and when I primed the oil pump last night, fuel came out of my supply line.... It was a large...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-17-2011, 09:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,853
Posted By gixxer9

Re: What will a stall converter do for me?

I'll be around on Saturday afternoon... I work OT in the morning. Check your PM.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-16-2011, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,853
Posted By gixxer9

Re: What will a stall converter do for me?

Drive up to Madison and you can have it...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-15-2011, 08:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,853
Posted By gixxer9

Re: What will a stall converter do for me?

Trav,

I have a new 2200 - 2500 rpm lock-up converter that came with one of my 700's... Let me know if you want it.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
05-15-2011, 01:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,674
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Got smoked by an STi and im glad...so far

Nice, Trav! Makes me think about the time that Becker saw me laying down 3 gears in that 87 mustang that I was test driving back in the day.... I was at the light in front of the Lucky7.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-16-2011, 10:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 359
Posted By gixxer9

Re: WTB 94-97 T56 Setup

Thanks for the replies... I've decided to hold off on the t56 conversion for now. I think I'd rather paint my car first.
Forum: Group Purchases
04-08-2011, 11:27 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,876
Posted By gixxer9

Re: GP on HAWKS T-56 AND/OR 4L60E X-MEMBER

I'm interested as well.... Email sent....
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-07-2011, 04:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 565
Posted By gixxer9

Re: looking for an sbc 350 shortblock

I have a ZZ4 shortblock with less than 5000 miles on it. It needs one GM iron lifter bore repair sleeve installed. The iron lifter bore sleeve is $3 from GM and any reputable machine shop should be...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-07-2011, 02:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 359
Posted By gixxer9

WTB 94-97 T56 Setup

I'm looking to do the 6 speed conversion in my 86 IROC auto. I have 3rd gen pedals already, as well as a shifter console plate.

Minimum I need:

Transmission
Bellhousing
Shifter

Extra...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-20-2011, 06:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,102
Posted By gixxer9

Re: F/S-Crane HI-6 CD Ignition-box

PM sent.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-01-2011, 06:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By gixxer9

Re: new 3rd gen fuel tank

Does it have the neck?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-22-2010, 10:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,692
Posted By gixxer9

Re: Flywheel/Clutch cover GM#10241153 Where to buy!

This thread is old, but I have a brand new one...
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