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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-28-2012, 06:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 526
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Upon acceleration, does the TA pull up on the trans or push down?

If your ever launching hard and the trans mount separates you will know. SLAM into the trans tunnel! Ask me how I know.


I guess another way to look at it, when accelerating, the snout (input...
Forum: Exhaust
12-11-2009, 02:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 712
Posted By myvmax1

Re: exhaust with forced induction

Your on the right rack with your thoughts on velocity/tubing size/back pressure. From what I have been told though, the loss of torque with more open exhaust becomes less of a concern with forced...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-11-2009, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,605
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Crank underdrive pulley only, would it help?

Same here. Scored an underdrive crank pulley at a swap meet for peanuts. Then took my alt pulley with me to the junk yard and went through this bin of altenators until I found one that had the same...
Forum: Exhaust
09-03-2009, 11:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 692
Posted By myvmax1

Re: A.I.R delete in tbi help!

You will be just fine.

I deleted mine with the stock manifolds; plugged the holes, yanked the pipes and the pump. Its all good.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
08-13-2009, 12:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,496
Posted By myvmax1

Re: 17" 4th gen wheel spacer sizes

I ran 2'' spacers on mine and they tucked just fine. As ssean92 said though, they can go "in" a bit more.
Forum: Exhaust
08-10-2009, 11:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 685
Posted By myvmax1

Re: true duals??

Or hit up the sticky at the top of the page...

It's still there right? lol


Max,
Forum: History / Originality
05-02-2009, 06:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Mods and Members check this out

Ahhh, I get ya. Never hurts to be sure. :)

Thanks,
Max
Forum: Exhaust
05-02-2009, 01:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,289
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Flowmaster Outlaw Series

Those are the ones with the "sound rings" in them right? I havent heard them personally but I would imagine being a straight-through variety they would be similar to bullets. I have to say though, I...
Forum: History / Originality
05-02-2009, 01:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By myvmax1

Mods and Members check this out

Just something I found in the never ending quest for more information on these cars we all know and love. It may have already been posted on here, idk but I thought it might be useful for a sticky or...
Forum: Exhaust
04-06-2009, 12:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,954
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Evaluate my x-pipe design

:iagree: I second the Summit X-pipe.

Max,
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-06-2009, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 569
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Corvette wheels

My C5 wheels needed a 2in spacer front and back. I would imagine its somewhere in that area. If you can get ahold of the exact offset specs you could contact "Skult" and they will tell you what you...
Forum: Exhaust
03-28-2009, 09:24 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,215
Posted By myvmax1

Re: My new side exit exhaust

Love the side exit, toyed with the idea for a while myself. I like the smooth tone that my X-pipe gives. The crackly sound does kinda have a pro-stock sound to it though, no doubt that car is tough....
Forum: Exhaust
03-28-2009, 09:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 534
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Dual exhaust guys inside asap

I wrapped my exhaust pipe with header wrap. The idea started with me wanting to protect the slave cylinder. Took the leftover and wrapped the pipe close to my fuel lines, only about 8-10inches...
Forum: History / Originality
03-11-2009, 04:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 766
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Daily Drive Your Thirdgen?

I've been daily driving third-gens for five years. The one that see's the most road time is the 91RS hardtop, 3.1 V6 700-R4. It's my baby, gonna drive her till the wheels fall off. Cant say till the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-03-2009, 12:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 423
Posted By myvmax1

Re: good spacers?

Without knowing the exact size of your rims(height/width/backspace/tire size), it is impossible to tell you. You will need to have these exact specs in order to determine what size you...
Forum: Fabrication
02-24-2009, 04:48 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,059
Posted By myvmax1

Re: whats ur favorite tool?

When I saw this thread my first though was my Sluggo(BFH). Then I started reading the post and remembered all those other tools that I use all the time. The PB Blaster for one has saved my but more...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-24-2009, 03:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,787
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Sumitomo HTR Z III... anyone have these?

I have HTRZ II in 275/40 Z18 on the rear of my 91 RS. I have not personally run the III's but i can say the II's are plenty of tire for the money. I got them last summer from Tire Rack and I have not...
Forum: Exhaust
02-11-2009, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 501
Posted By myvmax1

Re: V6 body with 305....exhaust question

Are you saying you have a 305 V8 breathing through the stock V6 pipes?

If that is the case then I would deff get a good Y-pipe and cat back. I cant quote you a number on horsepower gain but I do...
Forum: Exhaust
02-11-2009, 07:27 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 5,091
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Does Your Maro/Bird Make People MAD!!??

[QUOTE=customblackbird;4040154]haha i get the hand signals to slow down with the dirty look usually. so what i do is i Floor it when im right next to them and give them the finger. my cars pretty...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-05-2009, 06:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By myvmax1

Re: where to get Camaro SS hood?

I got mine second hand, but it was made by American Sports Car Customs. Quality was ok. Had some structural issues but I blame those on the previous owner.

What can I say, I got it cheap...
Forum: Cooling
02-04-2009, 05:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 981
Posted By myvmax1

Re: To run the fan constantly or not...

Use a RELAY!!!

Your cars electrical system will thank you.
Forum: Cooling
02-04-2009, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 613
Posted By myvmax1

Re: car not getting to normal temp

Exactly what I did.

I spent all kinds of time last summer to make sure it didn't get hot. Then about 10 minutes on the interstate in January and the temp was around 130*F :doh:. In town it was...
Forum: Body
02-03-2009, 04:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 30,819
Posted By myvmax1

Re: hood weight differance? Fiberglass or metal

My Fiberglass SS hood is way lighter than my factory steel hood. I'd say a cowl hood would be even lighter because the SS has this thick area around the scoop, for extra bracing I guess. Either way,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-02-2009, 04:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 887
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Lakewood driveshaft Safety loop

If I remember correctly there is some difference in length, but obviosly it cant be very much if a stock or 4th gen driveshaft can be used. To be honest the only shaft loop I have seen on a third gen...
Forum: Brakes
01-31-2009, 02:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,422
Posted By myvmax1

Re: c5 and skinnies

Damn that is a clean 2nd Gen :nod:

Sorry to get off subject,
Max
Forum: Exhaust
01-27-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,003
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Pipe Pics...

Yeah that's what I was thinking...

I know one of my friends has a digital cam... :nod: What are friends for?

Might be a couple days before I get the video up though, last night it dumped 4in of...
Forum: Exhaust
01-25-2009, 12:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,003
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Pipe Pics...

Any advice on how to do that? I guess I can try and borrow a Video Cam from one of my buddies. Do you upload it just like a picture file?
Forum: Cooling
01-24-2009, 12:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,195
Posted By myvmax1

Re: found the leak, wtf is the name of the thing leaking

Part store I'd say. Autozone, Napa, Advance, ect...

Pray it's not dealer only, cause you know they will want retarded money.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-23-2009, 11:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 705
Posted By myvmax1

Re: check out these cheap new wheel/tire

Ok, so is it just me or are those lug holes oblong... Oval kinda. Is that normal, I mean they all look uniform but couldent that allow for the wheel to be installed off-center?
Forum: Exhaust
01-23-2009, 11:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,003
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Pipe Pics...

Hmmm... Never heard of the "force" mufflers. Look good though, pretty tough construction. Kinda look pretty similar to the Flow's. Chambered is the way to go IMO. I've seen the flowtechs alot, I...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2009, 03:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,471
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Heater Hose front springs

Yeah I didnt see any tags on them, I know what ur talking about though. I do have caliper, I'll measure them. Haha, no I'm not 400 pounds I just know I can push the front end down on my 92 V6 car...
Forum: Exhaust
01-23-2009, 03:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,003
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Pipe Pics...

I just looked in a Summit Mag I had sitting here at the computer and they call it "SUM-642125". Looks like the price went up a couple bucks. Just get on their website and I'm sure its the same thing...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2009, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,921
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Pick The Shocks: Tokico, Koni or Bilstein

I second Tokico adjustables for value and quality. A lot of people are going to say Koni Yellows, and yes if I had that kind of money I would most certainly have them as well. But lets face it not...
Forum: Exhaust
01-23-2009, 10:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,003
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Pipe Pics...

I know, I've been trying forever to get some vids on here. Problem is, all my pics come from my cell phone. When I try to load the video from it on here I lose the audio. I have really been wanting...
Forum: Interior
01-23-2009, 12:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By myvmax1

Re: 4th gen. dash into third gen.

Tons of info... Really

I'd give you some tips but I haven't done it personally.

Just search "dash swap" or "4th gen dash" or something like that. Vary your key words and you will find what you...
Forum: Exhaust
01-22-2009, 11:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,003
Posted By myvmax1

Pipe Pics...

These pictures are waaaayy late. As in, the exhaust is allready on the car; has been for nearly a year. I was looking through some SD Cards I have and found these pics, thought I'd share. When this...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2009, 11:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,471
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Heater Hose front springs

Yeah, that might be in the future... Idk though, I"ll probably just cough up the chips for the right springs. On another note though, I think my springs may have been replaced. I can hardly push the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2009, 03:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,471
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Heater Hose front springs

Haha, wow...

Yeah you seem to be right about that. The isolator is so thin to begin with I wouldent see any drop. Thanks JamesC

Well, I guess I'll be going in a diff. direction for sure now...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2009, 02:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,471
Posted By myvmax1

Heater Hose front springs

Yes, I am referring to the old "heater hose" mod. While some may frown on this, I am considering it depending on the answer to my following question.

I'm assuming the front springs have an...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-13-2009, 08:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,311
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Speed Pro Forged Pistons

That's what just went into the all forged 355 I just built.

Scatt Billit/balanced/knife edged crank, Eagle forged H-Beams, and Speed Pro "power forged" pistons. As above though, she has yet to be...
Forum: Exhaust
01-12-2009, 11:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,122
Posted By myvmax1

Re: header gaskets...what type

I run Percys "Dead Soft" Aluminum. Multi-layer type, never had a problem. Just do the re torque as they heat cycle a few times.

Max,
Forum: Members Camaros
01-12-2009, 04:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 942
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Identify these rims

Yup.... Search my previous posts and you'll see the car in avitar. I'd link them here but I dont know how.

They are 275/40Z18 rear, 245/45Z17 front in the pictures.


Max,
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-12-2009, 02:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 965
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Grand Theft Auto IV - IROC ?

On the old Gran Turismo 2 for regular playstation they had a red IROC. It had this big wing on it, the wheels were color matched red and the headlights had the clear lens covers.

It was called the...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-12-2009, 02:30 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 51,778
Posted By myvmax1

Re: NICEST bluE...?

Anybody have a picture of 98 Dodge Viper GTS blue?

For years that was my favorite....

Max,
Forum: Exhaust
01-11-2009, 10:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,803
Posted By myvmax1

Re: 2.5 or 3 inch

The way I always understood it, was that your amount of back pressure is relative to your specific tune. A little back pressure can help build torque, and keep your peak power lower in the RPM...
Forum: Electronics
01-11-2009, 10:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 528
Posted By myvmax1

Re: No Brake Lights...

Alright thanks...

Been pretty cold here so I havent been too fired up about working on it, but the fuses were the first thing I checked. I never overlook the cheap fix. :) Anyway, I'll be...
Forum: Electronics
01-09-2009, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 528
Posted By myvmax1

No Brake Lights...

As it reads, I have lost my brake lights. Still have tail lights, but both of my brake lights are gone. Operating under the assumption that they didnt just happen to go out at the same time,...
Forum: Power Adders
01-09-2009, 12:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,930
Posted By myvmax1

Re: pics of where everyone is mounting there nitrous bottle?

In the spare tire area....

Was going to get a chrome bottle and mount it like "tom86iroc" but I read that the bottle needs to be parallel to the car's centerline. With a full bottle it dosent...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-09-2009, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Alignment Specs...

Man, those look plenty beefy....

I'd say these are next on the list of the suspension budget. It was tubular LCA's, but since I tightend up the front end with all those new parts I can really feel...
Forum: Exhaust
01-08-2009, 11:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 874
Posted By myvmax1

Re: Dual exhaust + lowering springs

In theory yes, but.....

Say you managed 6in of ground clearance (A LOT), then after lowering you have 3in. That is your static height. That means if you add a car load of people, a full tank of...
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