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Forum: Southern California Area
03-29-2019, 02:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,648
Posted By RWB____s

Re: My situation

Get well Don. I hope and pray for your speedy recovery!


Ron Brooks
Forum: Southern California Area
01-11-2019, 11:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,200
Posted By RWB____s

Re: any feed back on the $1,000 fine for modfied exhaust?

here is a you tube video explaining more about it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uB83lRnsLzk
Forum: Southern California Area
01-10-2019, 12:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,200
Posted By RWB____s

any feed back on the $1,000 fine for modfied exhaust?

https://www.thegentlemanracer.com/20...law-means.html (left=https://www.thegentlemanracer.com/2019/01/what-californias-new-exhaust-law-means.html)
Forum: Mid-West Region
10-16-2017, 02:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 487
Posted By RWB____s

355 SB chevy for sale SOLD

030 over 350 4 bolt main 1 piece seal
Forged steel crank, Mains and rod journals are standard size, "Internally" balanced
Manley "I" beam rods W/ARP bolts
JE/SRP flat top pistons 10.3-1 Pump gas!...
Forum: Mid-West Region
10-16-2017, 01:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 735
Posted By RWB____s

For Sale: F-body struts n shocks, Msd Ign. Misc. parts

Msd 6AL Ignition with 3 step, Blaster Coil, Start retard control box and alot of msd rpm chips $125.00 SOLD
Lakewood 90/10 Frt struts for 1982-92 3rd gen camaro/Firebird $75.00pr
Strange sgl...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-01-2017, 12:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Data Loggers

I am looking to be able to log eng rpm, oil, eng temp, driveshaft rpm, eng vacuum, volts, and O2. I looked at the shock travel sensors and they were way out of my financial range. They would be a...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-30-2017, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By RWB____s

Data Loggers

I am in the market for a data logger to help with the setup and tuning of my car. The 2 I have looked at are RacePak Sportsman and RPM performance DL10. Any others out there that I showed look at?...
Forum: Mid-West Region
03-19-2017, 12:07 AM
Replies: 2
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Views: 760
Posted By RWB____s

..:p

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Forum: Mid-West Region
12-04-2016, 05:04 PM
Replies: 2
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Views: 760
Posted By RWB____s

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Forum: Engine Swap
11-18-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,152
Posted By RWB____s

Re: At least its not a LS

engine out of a Catapillar tractor!:thumbsup:
Forum: Engine Swap
11-17-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,152
Posted By RWB____s

At least its not a LS

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/960x540/80-15073579_1179034805465166_578541423768781410_n_e48063479aa25dd83a8c6cb021006eb39bc9e83e.jpg
Forum: Carburetors
11-12-2016, 03:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 605
Posted By RWB____s

are these any good?

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/668x302/80-ltd_20weekend_20warrior2_7844c4b6876912cff1d74715bd48c49830256387.jpg
Has anyone tried one of these carburetor?
Forum: Power Adders
09-29-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 956
Posted By RWB____s

Re: need opinions on Nitrous combo

Yes that is a concern, finding a good set of 1 7/8 headers is a challenge. I know Hedman makes some , but I dislike the collector setup on them. I would probably have to have a custom set made. Since...
Forum: Power Adders
09-29-2016, 11:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 956
Posted By RWB____s

Re: need opinions on Nitrous combo

I do have the strange D/A coil over struts up frt. D/A rears also
Forum: Power Adders
09-29-2016, 06:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 956
Posted By RWB____s

Re: need opinions on Nitrous combo

sorry I do not have any pics of the new cage. I like comfort when I drive so I am using a 4th gen seat with inserts in the shoulder/headrest area to make for a clean factory looking installation for...
Forum: Power Adders
09-29-2016, 12:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 956
Posted By RWB____s

Re: need opinions on Nitrous combo

All the main engines parts are on order. I have the block, heads, cam n lifters. waiting on Diamond and Callies for the rotating assembly to show up. The little stuff is what kills ya $$
Forum: Power Adders
09-29-2016, 12:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 956
Posted By RWB____s

Re: need opinions on Nitrous combo

10 pt cage and diaper. no funny car type hoop for cage because I am a big guy and it would be very hard for me to get in or out of the car. I do not have a removable steering wheel and want the car...
Forum: Power Adders
09-28-2016, 07:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 956
Posted By RWB____s

need opinions on Nitrous combo

building a new engine for my 3rd gen, and would like to hear some constructive opinions on the engine and car combo.
408 SB
Dart SHP block
Callies magnum crank 3.75 stroke
Callies ultimate H...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-27-2016, 12:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,839
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Cutting bump stop area for 10" wheels and slicks

I ran 10"x 15" with 5.5 backspacing on that rearend 275/60-15 drag radials and also Hoosier 10"x26"-15 slicks with no clearance issues after the rear wheel wells were rolled for tire clearance at the...
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-12-2016, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,890
Posted By RWB____s

Re: 12 Bolt rear end for sale

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1124/80-085_19d34b5f544408722e6508f55ed8c99ec176839c.jpg

LCARBS all ready welded in place. Never had a issue with it Posi is still as...
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-05-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,890
Posted By RWB____s

Re: 12 Bolt rear end for sale

BUMP rear end will be available next week $1200.obo Also have a set of Lakewood 90/10 front struts for $125.
Forum: Mid-West Region
04-15-2016, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,890
Posted By RWB____s

12 Bolt rear end for sale SOLD

3rd gen F-body Camaro/Firebird 12 bolt rear end Built by TomsDifferentials.com. Its setup with a Eaton Posi a BOE unit with 3.90 gears. Heat treated spiders and cross shaft, case is blueprinted and...
Forum: Exhaust
04-03-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,247
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Y-pipe fabrication

is this what you had in mind?
http://www.flowmastermufflers.com/?page_id=11248&sub2=Scavenger

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Forum: Carburetors
10-21-2015, 01:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,978
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Confused and reaching out to my fellow carb tinkerers! (Holley 750 DP)

you should not have to go that big on the squirter size. I run .028 on both primary and secondary. What pump cams are you using on both, also how is the pump shot on the secondary side after you...
Forum: Carburetors
10-12-2015, 09:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,978
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Confused and reaching out to my fellow carb tinkerers! (Holley 750 DP)

Have you ever had the check valve out of the carb before? If so when you put it back in did you make sure it was installed right side up? I ask this because you mentioned that you had to dig the...
Forum: Southern California Area
02-20-2015, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,002
Posted By RWB____s

Re: 10 Tools your Toolbox needs

a crowbar and a extra charged up cell phone battery because your cell phone always finds away to be DOA when you need it and you use the crowbar on the cell phone when it does not work because your...
Forum: Exhaust
02-20-2015, 03:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 744
Posted By RWB____s

Re: 421 stroker Header advice

my guess would be that 1-3/4 primary tubes will be to small for that size engine to start with. If or when you add nitrous, it will get much worse. try a stepped header 1-7/8-2.0 primary with at...
Forum: Southern California Area
12-21-2014, 03:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,955
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Dyno Day!

GREAT JOB!!! Vince. You worked hard for a long time and deserve the results of that hard work.

A 3 1/2 " cat back will help a lot. Put a nitrous system on it and let it eat! solid 10 sec smog...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-07-2014, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 688
Posted By RWB____s

Re: It crazy

Jr dragsters are faster than my own car:doh:
Forum: Power Adders
12-05-2014, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,421
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Progressive Nitrous Controller Suggestions

NOS Launcher is good also
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-26-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,991
Posted By RWB____s

Re: popping noise in front end

mine use to pop when ever I was going into a driveway or backing out. I took it to a chassis shop "Global West" and Doug told me it was the crossmember flexing around because of the way it s...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-08-2014, 12:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,589
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Mission accomplished...8.95 on pump gas

here is more encouragement to keep up the good work. the nova in this video runs around in my neck of the woods. I saw it one night at 11.30PM towing a small trailer be hind it. It was built by 417...
Forum: History / Originality
10-26-2014, 03:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,035
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Testing 3rd gens with 6thgen.

I think the red cart is just a mule car to they are using for a test bed for some electronics or whatever. It also gets everyone' s blood going just to mess with us.
Also I will say that the...
Forum: History / Originality
10-25-2014, 03:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,035
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Testing 3rd gens with 6thgen.

because of this? 284311
Forum: Southern California Area
10-17-2014, 12:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 963
Posted By RWB____s

Re: So-Cal racers where you at???

yep, we like things quite
Forum: Southern California Area
10-15-2014, 12:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 963
Posted By RWB____s

Re: So-Cal racers where you at???

come on Allen, a 6 pt bar with door swing outs will not be bad. It is a safety factor that will add to the cars value. Think safety! Plus you can remove the side bars when you are "cruising" I have...
Forum: Southern California Area
10-14-2014, 04:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 963
Posted By RWB____s

Re: So-Cal racers where you at???

yep that's what happens when you grow old, cruises.
Forum: Body
10-13-2014, 09:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 793
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Factory headlight covers

yea you do. they look real good and they cant be removed unless you open the hood 1st. so they can not be stolen . they fit the contour of the front better than the flat aftermarket ones.
Forum: Body
10-13-2014, 05:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 793
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Factory headlight covers

here are the pics. for you unbelievers. now should I use them or hang on to them as a collectable . what would they be worth? I know that I paid at the dealer many years ago for a set (not these)...
Forum: Body
10-04-2014, 10:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 793
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Factory headlight covers

I'll take some pics and post them up in a day or two.
Forum: Southern California Area
10-04-2014, 02:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 963
Posted By RWB____s

Re: So-Cal racers where you at???

I think they grew old and withered away
Forum: Body
10-04-2014, 01:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 793
Posted By RWB____s

Factory headlight covers

I have a complete new set that have never been installed. I have been hanging on to them and have been wondering if they are worth anything. Thinking of installing them or just hang on to them. You...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-24-2014, 02:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,427
Posted By RWB____s

Re: First runs with the 6.0l/t56/8.8

I can relate to what Alky is saying. I am going through the same deal with my 3rd gen. With a SB 355, my peak torque is at 5500 rpm my Peak HP is just past 7000. With a 28in tall Drag radial and...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-23-2014, 05:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,427
Posted By RWB____s

Re: First runs with the 6.0l/t56/8.8

what track did you make your runs at?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-18-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,306
Posted By RWB____s

Re: 10.8's and 707 hp

your insurance company is going to love you at the rates the are going to nail to that car. than cancel you at the 1st moving violation you get.
Forum: Mid-West Region
01-25-2014, 05:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,829
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Anyone near St Louis need some parts? Trying to unload a bunch of stuff w/o shipp

looking for a brake pedal assembly for a automatic . im near springfield, Mo. If so please PM.
Forum: Southern California Area
01-12-2014, 03:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Post a Lie about the^Poster^Above ^

road races a YUGO!!:lmao:
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-06-2014, 11:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,104
Posted By RWB____s

Re: nitrous racers

send the system to Induction Solutions and have them blueprint and flow the system, setup a stand alone fuel system for it,
change the pistons to a good NOS friendly (Diamond, JE) pistons with a set...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-20-2013, 10:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,395
Posted By RWB____s

Re: Best autocross tire with 140+ tread wear

Well if you want to get crazy, go with the brigestone RE-11's there rating is a little higher than the others, but they put more tire down on the surface. If you know of someone that can still shave...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-17-2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,778
Posted By RWB____s

Re: help select carb for built 355

need more info on cam specs, dur, dur@.200, dur@.050, int/exh lift, LC.
is the cam a HYD roller or flat tappet
As for the MSD HEI I'd lock it out and get rid of the vacuum and centrifical advance....
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