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Forum: TBI
05-23-2011, 11:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 37,608
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Cheapest way to make fast. 305

A good use of your money is to get a full 3" exhaust with headers and gears for now, this way if you upgrade the engine later on you will already have those upgrades out of the way, and for now it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2011, 11:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 808
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Loud creaking and vibrating noise

I've been having this Loud creaking and vibrating noise from the underbody when i drive slowly in a cirlce, but not so much when i drive straight...my mechanic checked the underbody and said...
Forum: History / Originality
05-09-2010, 10:49 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 28,098
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: How many 3rd gens are stick shift?

I think it probably would make the stick shift version more desirable...especially with the t-tops or convertable and the 305TPI motor...
Forum: Interior
05-09-2010, 12:43 AM
Replies: 545
Important/Useful : Seatbelt Recall
Views: 95,350
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Seatbelt Recall

Does anyone know if there was a re-call on the recoil system for my 88 camaro? The recoil doesn't work properly, so i'll need to get a new seat belt system installed.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-07-2010, 11:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 762
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Seatbelt recall info?

Does anyone have the link to the info about the seatbelt recall. I tried to search it but i get a bunch of unrelated info, and that applies to all my searches...whats up with that? Is there some...
Forum: History / Originality
05-06-2010, 11:38 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 28,098
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

How many 3rd gens are stick shift?

Of all 3rd gen camaro, how many (what percentage) are stick shift...I'm guessing about 30-40 % but there's got to be some data to back it up.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-06-2010, 11:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 480
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

SEATBELT RECOIL SYSTEM

I need to replace the seatbelt recoil system on both side because they dont' work properly...I'm having trouble getting the right ones from the dealer, and I"m wondering if theres a better...
Forum: Interior
05-06-2010, 11:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,037
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Replacing seat belt recoil question

I need to replace the seatbelt recoil system on both side because they dont' work properly...I'm having trouble getting the right ones from the dealer, and I"m wondering if theres a better...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
05-02-2010, 11:43 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,616
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Anyone take down a new SS

That video is funny...the 3rd gen looks like junk and then it breaks or somethign happens and sparks fly, lol. Looks like its fast but I'd rather have the New SS.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-23-2010, 02:37 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,616
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Anyone take down a new SS

BACK TO TOPIC SIGNS ARE G _ Y.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-22-2010, 10:52 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,616
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Anyone take down a new SS

"""""I got turned off of them when all I see is 50+ year old women driving the V6's every where. It is going to be like the IS 300 when they first came out. They are right around $20,000 for a new...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-22-2010, 10:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,589
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: camaro RS vs. Mitshu eclipse

I can't see any stock/near stock v6 camaro beating a stock 4 cylinder eclipse...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2010, 10:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: replacing temp gauge questions

ya..know one seems to be able to answer that..but i know its not the sensor because it was tested...unless its part where the senor hooks onto the engine block...but whats that part called?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-22-2010, 01:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 658
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: 305TBI vs. Nissan350z

"""It was a fat woman that wouldn't race me. Age had nothing to do with it."""

How did FAT get translated into OLD? LOL...probably just an honest mistake but i think its funny how words/meaning...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-22-2010, 01:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 658
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: 305TBI vs. Nissan350z

I know I'd get cruched as well, but i still want to try for the heck of it. My car grips pretty good of the line and the 0-60 is decent, but it just doen't have the power in that LO3 for good top...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-22-2010, 01:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 658
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: 305TBI vs. Nissan350z

"""It turned out to be a fat woman at the wheel that didn't want a piece of me."""


LOL...ya, that happens sometimes...you check out the car and you realizes that the driver just doesn't match up...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-22-2010, 01:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 658
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: 305TBI vs. Nissan350z

I had some mods, but not much with the engine...although afterwards he said somethign about a sensor not working properly or that it wasn't hooked up up in his car...but i was happy just to do as...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
04-21-2010, 11:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 658
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

305TBI vs. Nissan350z

This was a few years ago, but I went up agains a Nissan 350 Z. I knew it was faster top end, but I edged him out to just over 60mph, then he started to pass by...but i thought it was decent for a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-21-2010, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 542
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

replacing temp gauge questions

My 1988 camaro 305TBI Temp Gauge stopped working..I"m just tryign to find out what other camaro gauge will work in my car...Will any 88-92 TBI camaro gauge work in its place, or do i need the same...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-11-2010, 12:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 414
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Are Temperature Gauges interchangable?

My temp gauge stopped working, and I'm not sure if i can take one from another 3rd gen...I'm guessing that as long as its an LO3 from 88-92 that it will work, but i'm not sure.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-02-2009, 07:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,768
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

K&N XStream air cleaner vs. dual snorkel?

How do does the open style of the Xtream air cleaner compare with the dual snorkel as far as air intake/Performace? Anyone ever run there car with each setup and noted the 0-60 and quarter mile...
Forum: TBI
09-01-2009, 09:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,353
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Aftermarket air cleaner (where's the pic)?

I'm drawing a blank, I can't find where to get an air cleaner, mayber one of those Xtreme ones that are open all around....i know there was a pic on an older thread of a black air cleaner (open...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-11-2009, 04:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,678
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Edge Converters A+

Do all his converters for the 700R4 has Brazed Fins?
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-11-2009, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,210
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

PRO-BUILT EDGE CONVERTER ANY GOOD?

I talked with Dana from Pro-Built and he was telling me not to go with TCI or B&M b/c they are not good products, and he suggested I buy a torqu converter from him...he sells "EDGE" and "VIGILANTE"...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-30-2009, 08:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 719
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Where to find Trans-Go?

Thanks, thats exactly what I was lookign for...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-29-2009, 02:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 719
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Where to find Trans-Go?

I'm trying to find a good site that has Transgo parts (Rebuild kits) and explains/gives prices and detailed information about the products and all that good stuff...can anyone help? I want a good...
Forum: TBI
03-26-2009, 04:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: anyone running 1.6 ratio rockers??

Well, I guess I was wrong...I thought it was a Federal Law to have the Cat for environmental reasons.
Forum: TBI
03-26-2009, 03:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: anyone running 1.6 ratio rockers??

Naa, it really doesn't sound too good...why put out extra polutants and make the exhaust sound too loud and stupid??? Just replace the cat with a new one and it will sound good and be Legal and less...
Forum: North East Region
03-26-2009, 03:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 392
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

anyone, NY State? PROM

I know I shouldn't ask, but does anyone in NY state do the PROM Chip Tuning? I have the chips and board but never got into it myself...I was hoping someone would be able to do it for me for a...
Forum: TBI
03-26-2009, 03:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,785
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: '92 Camaro RS 305ci TBI Advice

I wouldn't get rid of the cat, but replace ith with an aftermarket "Hi-Flow" converter, and then do the headers and 3" exhaust...that will help a bit, along with the air filter/open element...and the...
Forum: TBI
03-26-2009, 03:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: anyone running 1.6 ratio rockers??

Hey 2592RS, I'm using the 1.6 but I really didn't notice any difference...if you have them in conjunction with some other mods, then it might be worth it...I wouldn't remove your cat/converter as...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-21-2008, 08:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 824
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

TOE IN OR ZERO TOE?

For a custom Alignment, Is a slight Tow-In recommended or a zero degree Tow? [ and why : ) ]
Forum: History / Originality
05-08-2008, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 716
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Is this Camaro a 350?

ohh, Ok...the 8th Digit should be "E" then...
Forum: History / Originality
05-08-2008, 06:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 716
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Is this Camaro a 350?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet-Camaro-Convertable-16-000-Actual-miles-Convertable-IROC-20th-Anniv-RED_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ6161QQihZ019QQitemZ290227796482QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-05-2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: trouble reading error code...help

I just tried it again, I allowed the car to stall out, then the light cam on, and then i tested it, but i could only get the 3 sequences of light flashes, and nothing else...strange
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-05-2008, 02:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: trouble reading error code...help

"""""Is it flashing once, then a short pause, then two more times, then a longer pause?"""""


Yes, thats exactly what it does, but it just keeps repeating that pattern, and thats all it seems to...
Forum: Exhaust
05-05-2008, 01:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 919
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: I-Pipe not Mandrel Bent! (Dynomax/Summitracing)

Alright, I guess I'll just leave it alone then...its already in place...I just never heard of that before now...I looked at some pictures of the 3" Flowmaster Kit on Flowmastermufflers.com and...
Forum: Exhaust
05-05-2008, 09:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 919
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: I-Pipe not Mandrel Bent! (Dynomax/Summitracing)

The I-pipe that I bought came in (2) sections...But I can't seem to find where I can buy the same rear section that doesn't have that stamp in it...I looked under my car and it looks as if there's...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-05-2008, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 514
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

OBD-1 or DLC?

An employee at Advanced Auto told me that my 88 Camao is not OBD-1 type computer, but something else, maybe he said LDC? or something like that, is this true? I thought all the 82-92 camaros were...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-05-2008, 08:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

trouble reading error code...help

I have a paperclip connecting #5 and #6, but the SES light keeps flashing 3 times, then pauses, the flashes 3 times...it keeps doing this and then finally i hear the computer "click" and the light...
Forum: Exhaust
05-04-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 919
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

I-Pipe not Mandrel Bent! (Dynomax/Summitracing)

I was (just) told that its normal for the I-pipe section going over the axel to be 'crushed in' from the factory for clearance issues, however after installing the pipe, it seems as though theres...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-02-2008, 12:27 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 20,960
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Run your car on water!!!

I didn't read through this entire thread, but there was a news segment broadcast on cable tv about a guy in Florida that has a car running on water, they actually showed the car and I beleive the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-30-2008, 12:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 463
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Help Suggest a set of tires for me...

What about regular non-directional tires (whatever they're called). Whats a good traction high speed rating 16" tire that is a lot of thirdgen drivers are using? Seems like there's too many...
Forum: Exhaust
04-27-2008, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: I-Pipe hitting driveshaft!?!?

Well, that was it...the I-pipe was hitting the end of the driveshaft (where the driveshaft widens towards the back). It was rubbing on the edge of the bolt that sticks out....I loosened up the...
Forum: Exhaust
04-27-2008, 09:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: I-Pipe hitting driveshaft!?!?

I did install a new 3" aftermarket cat...that could be it because of the length offsetting the rest of the I-pipe close the the center of the car...I'll have to check that out
Forum: Exhaust
04-26-2008, 05:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

I-Pipe hitting driveshaft!?!?

I spent the last 2 days getting my new Exahust system on my car and I just started to pull out of the driveway and I kept hearing the banging noise over and over again as I drove forward and then as...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-26-2008, 09:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,672
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Reconditioning IROC Wheels

well, I'm going for a 'close to stock look'...a slight polished look and i think I"m going to have him paint the inlays just a slightly darker gray than stock to give the spokes/arms a little more...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-26-2008, 06:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 463
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Help Suggest a set of tires for me...

This is the page on tirerack that I'm looking at...the search option was for tires that are 245/50/16...
...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-25-2008, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 463
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Help Suggest a set of tires for me...

I am soon to upgrade to 16" IROC wheels and I've been looking at some tires. I am thinking about going with a unidirection tire such as the Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 tire or maybe the Yokohama AVS...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-25-2008, 04:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,672
Posted By Crusin' 1980's

Re: Where to buy the IROC Replica wheels?

Hey JSTOLTZ, for some reason, I never thought of just having them sanded, buffed and clearcoated...I just went down to a garage and talked with this guy and he said he'd do just that for a lot less...
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