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Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
03-19-2008, 11:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 647
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: Prom Burning Education

AmorgetRS! It's been a while! What are you up to these days? Yeah, the car is still sitting :( I just want to get it done now, and am willing to pay someone. I tried my hand at tuning, but I...
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
03-18-2008, 12:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 647
Posted By Super_GTA

Prom Burning Education

I have a 1989 Trans Am project that is close to being finished, but I am having the hardest time getting the prom burning figured out to get this thing running. Unfortunately, I jumped in head first...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2007, 10:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: I need help... seriously!

Cool. Thanks a ton man. I'll give that a shot and see how it goes.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2007, 10:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: I need help... seriously!

Thank you very much. I thoroughly appreciate your help. I will go back to the old injectors and move on from there. I agree the injectors are a little big for my application. How can I test the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2007, 03:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: I need help... seriously!

I would have liked to have some smaller injectors, but these were readily available from a friend. He ran them on his turbo mustang for about an hour, and decided against the turbo. So he sold the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2007, 03:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Super_GTA

I need help... seriously!

This car is really starting to get to me. I'm getting really close to just selling the thing. It's an 89 GTA with 140k. I've put quite a bit of money into it and would like to keep it, but I just...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-05-2007, 09:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 628
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: Don't know what to do, not driveable

Thanks for the replies. I won't be near the car again until this weekend, so I'll try that this weekend. Pretty sure it's not pulling timing, but I haven't checked that yet so... Keep your fingers...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-04-2007, 09:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 628
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: Don't know what to do, not driveable

The injectors are FMS 36# brown top injectors. I haven't put a fuel pressure gauge on it yet. I will have to do that and see what is going on. Thanks for your help. I will get a wideband for it...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-04-2007, 01:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 568
Posted By Super_GTA

Highly modified engine on stock bin???

Can I drive a highly modified engine on a stock bin (speed density). I am having some serious driveability issues, and fear I may be chasing the problem in the wrong direction. I cannot get the car...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-04-2007, 12:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 628
Posted By Super_GTA

Don't know what to do, not driveable

So I've been working on my project TA for about 2 years now. Man time flies. It now has a .040 350 in it, .250 domed pistons, holley aluminum heads (68cc), converted lt1 intake, comp cams 230/236 @...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2007, 11:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 608
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: At my wit's end with this car

I'll definitely give that a try Pat. Thank you very much. I'll keep you posted.
Forum: DIY PROM
04-18-2007, 05:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 458
Posted By Super_GTA

Can't connect to ecm to datalog

I can't connect to the ecm (727) to datalog so that I can start burning a chip for my car. I am using windows 2000, tunerpro rt, and a mastach aldl cable. The aldl is on pin B5 of the ecm. The ecm...
Forum: Cooling
04-18-2007, 05:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,017
Posted By Super_GTA

Lt1 intake conversion overheating

I just converted to an lt1 intake, and ran cooling lines from the heads to the heater core and back to the remote thermostat housing. Only one side goes through the heater core. The car...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2007, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 608
Posted By Super_GTA

Re: At my wit's end with this car

It overheats whether I'm driving or sitting still. The cooling system builds pressure, but my upper hose from the thermostat housing to the radiator doesn't heat up. I have about 5 feet of cooling...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2007, 03:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 608
Posted By Super_GTA

At my wit's end with this car

I have an 89 Trans Am GTA that I've been working on for about a year and a half now. I just want this project to be over and done with, I want to drive my car again. Somebody please help me. The...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-08-2007, 08:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 692
Posted By Super_GTA

As long as it is a 10-bolt, yes it will fit. 91...

As long as it is a 10-bolt, yes it will fit. 91 should have 28 spline axles, which is what this posi has, so you're good to go.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-06-2007, 11:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 692
Posted By Super_GTA

Pics

Here are some pics of the parts.

The gears are for a 10-bolt rear.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-04-2007, 12:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 692
Posted By Super_GTA

Many parts I need to get rid of

I have a few parts here that I would like to get rid of

- Zexel-Torsen posi like new - $175
- Low mile Richmond 3.73 gears - $100
- SBC 193 Swirl port heads (low mile) - $150
- Custom ground...
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-19-2006, 10:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 530
Posted By Super_GTA

I called Street and Performance. Said he would...

I called Street and Performance. Said he would send me out a kit.:eek: I was shocked. After all the places I called, I didn't think I would ever find em. Thank you so much for your help.:thanks:
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-17-2006, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 530
Posted By Super_GTA

I was wondering about those. Can I still use the...

I was wondering about those. Can I still use the plugs from those for my application. I heard you had to have the v8 plugs because of the terminal locations. Thanks for the help guys.
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-17-2006, 12:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 530
Posted By Super_GTA

I saw that just the other day. I was thinking,...

I saw that just the other day. I was thinking, what a relief. I took those part numbers and called too many places to count on two hands. Unfortunately, the least amount I can order is 2400 each. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-11-2006, 04:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 371
Posted By Super_GTA

What size injectors?

After finding a good sized oil leak, I decided to pull the motor and rebuild it. Long story short, I got carried away. New crank, rod bolts, rods resized new pistons, new heads, lt1 converted...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2006, 07:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 945
Posted By Super_GTA

Thanks for the help guys. Now I can get this...

Thanks for the help guys. Now I can get this thing together and hopefully drive it next week.:driving:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2006, 02:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 945
Posted By Super_GTA

Thanks sofa, I feel better about the cam now that...

Thanks sofa, I feel better about the cam now that I know there's no interference.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2006, 01:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 945
Posted By Super_GTA

I ran the motor through 4 revolutions. Enough...

I ran the motor through 4 revolutions. Enough for both the intake and exhaust valves to fully open and fully close. Thanks for the tip ResurrectingZ.:lmao:
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Sorry, ran isn't the correct...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2006, 01:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 945
Posted By Super_GTA

I just got a chance to check valve clearance on...

I just got a chance to check valve clearance on my setup today. It has .150 dome pistons, 68cc aluminum heads, and a 230/236 .571/.596 114lsa cam. I used playdoh. When I pulled the head off, the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-06-2006, 08:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 604
Posted By Super_GTA

I had the same problem, but mine eventually quit...

I had the same problem, but mine eventually quit all together and wouldn't start again. My ecm turned out to be bad. Then again, water getting on it probably didn't help at all.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-06-2006, 03:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 535
Posted By Super_GTA

Are those cams hard on valvetrain parts? I have...

Are those cams hard on valvetrain parts? I have a 230/236 .596 .571 114lsa going into my bird. Someone told me I was going to be breaking parts. Should I have to worry about this?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-06-2006, 03:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 460
Posted By Super_GTA

Definitely sounds like the VATS module. They...

Definitely sounds like the VATS module. They have a timer on them. If you try to start the car without the resistor in the key, it'll lock up for I think 4 minutes or so. They resistor in the key...
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-06-2006, 03:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 530
Posted By Super_GTA

Nobody has any ideas huh? I haven't had any luck...

Nobody has any ideas huh? I haven't had any luck with the dealer, parts stores, and Painless Wiring won't help at all. I guess I'll have to abandon the project and go with an under dash ecm.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2006, 06:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 777
Posted By Super_GTA

If the check engine light doesn't come on with...

If the check engine light doesn't come on with the key on, something is wrong with the ecm. Either the chip isn't plugged in all the way. Pull the cover off and check. The ecm could be bad. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-04-2006, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 777
Posted By Super_GTA

Does your check engine light come on with the key...

Does your check engine light come on with the key on?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-04-2006, 02:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 374
Posted By Super_GTA

There are still quite a few things to check...

There are still quite a few things to check before you can narrow this down. I would start with fuel delivery. Find a fuel pressure gauge and check your fuel pressure, at idle and when your problem...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-04-2006, 02:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 533
Posted By Super_GTA

Wow. I don't remember that piece when I did...

Wow. I don't remember that piece when I did mine. Is that piece broken, or just fell out? Here is a diagram of the steering column, if that helps at all. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. I'm...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-04-2006, 02:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 533
Posted By Super_GTA

I'm glad to hear you got it apart ok. Go ahead...

I'm glad to hear you got it apart ok. Go ahead and grease the ball joint if you already have the grease, it's a good idea. It is normal for it to point in all directions. Taking mine apart, I...
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-03-2006, 09:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 530
Posted By Super_GTA

727 V8 connectors

I recently bought a 727 ecm off of ebay for my GTA. I wanted to put the ecm under the hood. Unfortunately, I didn't get the connectors for a V8 application. I've searched everywhere, and cannot...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2006, 09:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 962
Posted By Super_GTA

You'll be find with just a standard motor oil. I...

You'll be find with just a standard motor oil. I would however recommend a straight 30w for the first 500 miles. Then switch to a multi-weight oil such as 5w-30. Make sure to prime the engine...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2006, 09:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 500
Posted By Super_GTA

As far as installing the head gaskets wrong,...

As far as installing the head gaskets wrong, there is no left or right side. But there is a right side up. You would see if the gaskets were installed wrong. The gasket would be covering up some...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2006, 09:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By Super_GTA

Call up Summit, and have them pull another pump,...

Call up Summit, and have them pull another pump, same part number as the one you ordered. Have them open the box and confirm the number on the pump. If the number they give you is the same as the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2006, 09:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 533
Posted By Super_GTA

You can easily do this yourself. The biggest...

You can easily do this yourself. The biggest thing that will help you, you've already started doing. Take plenty of pictures. If you ever forget where something went, refer back to the picture. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2006, 08:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 670
Posted By Super_GTA

The first thing to do would be to removed the...

The first thing to do would be to removed the distributor, removed the ignition module, and have it tested at a parts store with a tester. I used to work at NAPA auto parts, and came across this a...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-16-2006, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By Super_GTA

Damn. I was too slow. Thanks anyway.

Damn. I was too slow. Thanks anyway.
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-16-2006, 12:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By Super_GTA

Hey bud, Its 1988IrocTPI at IrocZOne, I got the...

Hey bud, Its 1988IrocTPI at IrocZOne, I got the money, and need to know if you still have it, I need your paypal address if you get this because I leave for the marines shortly and need my tranny...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
12-04-2005, 02:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 395
Posted By Super_GTA

Well, let me know if anything is wrong with the...

Well, let me know if anything is wrong with the tranny. Also, what year is it? It has to be 88 and up I beleive.
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
12-03-2005, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 395
Posted By Super_GTA

Well how much you looking for it? I have money,...

Well how much you looking for it? I have money, but looking for a reasonable price. Thanks, Chad.
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
12-03-2005, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 395
Posted By Super_GTA

Well, I can have it shipped, but I need it to get...

Well, I can have it shipped, but I need it to get here asap is my only concern. I have bought alot of parts off of TGO, and the people here are extremly generous, so I would have no problem trusting...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
12-03-2005, 01:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 395
Posted By Super_GTA

I need a 700r4!!!! Help!

I need a 700r4 for a 305 88 Iroc Camaro. I need this to be local, or possibly shipped within a decent amount of time. It needs to be in good working order, and I will pay accordingly. I need this...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
12-03-2005, 01:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 312
Posted By Super_GTA

I need this!!! lol I wish you were local. I need...

I need this!!! lol I wish you were local. I need it today. Any possible way you could ship? Thats a hell of a deal. Thanks, Chad.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2005, 10:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 414
Posted By Super_GTA

engine combo opinions please

I'm getting ready to pull the motor in my trans am. The thing leaks oil like nobody's business. I figured, since it's out, I'll add some performance goodies. I bought a set of holley aluminum...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
11-04-2005, 10:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 837
Posted By Super_GTA

rail covers

I'll take the rail covers. I do paypal. Thanks, Scott.
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