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Forum: TBI
04-03-2007, 01:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 418
Posted By chomp

Which fuel pump should I get?

Well, it turns out I need a new fuel pump. I am considering putting in a new engine eventually, so I want the flexibility with a more 'powerful' fuel pump.

I have been considering either a...
Forum: TBI
10-13-2006, 01:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 869
Posted By chomp

Slightly off topic, but if you switch over to...

Slightly off topic, but if you switch over to synthetic or a synthetic/regular blend, you cannot switch back to regular right?
Forum: TBI
10-09-2006, 12:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,213
Posted By chomp

If you search on eBay you can find a some rebuilt...

If you search on eBay you can find a some rebuilt TBI engines and other parts. Just put in "TBI" or "TBI engine" in the search field. There are some shops selling 350's that make 300HP/370TQ. As...
Forum: TBI
10-08-2006, 02:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,213
Posted By chomp

Well the engine I'm looking at is a complete,...

Well the engine I'm looking at is a complete, rebuilt 350. It has everything from the oil pan to a new bored out TBI unit. I don't believe it comes with new injectors so I would get a new set of...
Forum: TBI
10-07-2006, 12:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,213
Posted By chomp

Okay then I guess as far as hardware is concerned...

Okay then I guess as far as hardware is concerned I should be good to go. As far as the computer is concerned, it might just be a "pop in 350 chip." They make TBI engines for all of the vehicles...
Forum: TBI
10-06-2006, 01:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,213
Posted By chomp

305TBI VS. 350TBI

Well I'm considering going with a rebuilt 350TBI engine to replace my current 305TBI setup. I have headers and full exhaust, along with the open element mod.

The main thing I'm wondering is what...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-07-2006, 01:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,414
Posted By chomp

I was just about to make this same thread. ...

I was just about to make this same thread.

I'm thinking about getting an LS1 Fbody or GTO and also considering swapping in an LT1/LS1.


So one guys says $5000 and other said $1000.... hmmmm.
...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
08-29-2005, 10:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By chomp

still for sale

still for sale
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
08-20-2005, 02:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By chomp

I'm very open to offers....

I'm very open to offers....
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
08-19-2005, 02:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By chomp

FS: 4L60E (Built up, 700hp)

I have a 4L60E transmission rebuilt by a company in Florida. It was going to be used in a swap with an LT1 (450HP). I had it built with the strongest/best of everything you can get because I didn't...
Forum: TBI
08-19-2005, 02:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,034
Posted By chomp

I bought an LT1 off ebay (95 Vette) and it was...

I bought an LT1 off ebay (95 Vette) and it was damaged in shipping, plus the internals were pretty much borked except for the crank.

After a couple weeks of contacting the guy who sold me the...
Forum: TBI
08-16-2005, 11:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,034
Posted By chomp

Fastburns... those are like LS1 heads right? How...

Fastburns... those are like LS1 heads right? How much are they and will they work with that Edelbrock manifold?

300HP isn't the limit I'm setting..... if I can get more for near the same money...
Forum: TBI
08-16-2005, 02:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,034
Posted By chomp

:D Yeah.... or find a someone who works at a...

:D Yeah.... or find a someone who works at a station that is at least a little bit lineant with the testing. I actually just got my car smogged in May so I have 2 years to do this before I really...
Forum: TBI
08-15-2005, 07:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,034
Posted By chomp

Yeah... $3000 is close to the most I'd like to...

Yeah... $3000 is close to the most I'd like to spend... but would I be able to use the TBI setup w/vortec heads and still pass smog?


It seems more ideal to take the block I have, bore it (and...
Forum: TBI
08-14-2005, 04:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,034
Posted By chomp

Anyone out there have any suggestions? I've...

Anyone out there have any suggestions?

I've never rebuilt a motor and I don't know what heads/cam/internals would work best with a TBI setup
Forum: TBI
08-11-2005, 01:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,034
Posted By chomp

New ideas for rebuilding

Well, I had originally planned on swapping a built up LT1 into my car, but to make a long story short, it didn't work out and I'm back to square one.

I've been considering keeping the TBI setup...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-29-2005, 08:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,107
Posted By chomp

Do you have any more pics? Preferably directly in...

Do you have any more pics? Preferably directly in the front or back?

Also would that rear end be equivalent in width to a 3rd gen with 2" adapters?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-29-2005, 02:19 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,107
Posted By chomp

Those are 17X11 in the back? what offset were...

Those are 17X11 in the back? what offset were they and what size adapter?

I have 2" adapters and i want to run an 18x10.5" wheel if it doesn't stick out of the fender.

Did yours stick out?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-26-2005, 01:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,107
Posted By chomp

No adapters? Really? Link me to these...

No adapters? Really?

Link me to these...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-24-2005, 09:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 27,045
Posted By chomp

What about 10W-40? I live here in california...

What about 10W-40? I live here in california where it's pretty hot.. especially right now.

It seems like in the past I've run 10W-40 but im not sure...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-23-2005, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 27,045
Posted By chomp

Quick question (oil change)

I'm gonig to change my oil today or tomorrow. What oil should I use and how much? Also, which filter?


I have a 92 Camaro with a 305 tbi...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-27-2005, 01:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By chomp

To me it looks like the cutout is where the cat...

To me it looks like the cutout is where the cat would be, and some SFC's have a bend that allows just enough for the cat in that certain spot, so if you get the ones from Top Down Solutions you might...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-23-2005, 10:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,019
Posted By chomp

Well, just as an update I went with the SFC's...

Well, just as an update I went with the SFC's from Top Down Solutions. The order went very well, and I had them installed (a buddy welded them on) in no time.

I also got the 'wonder bar' listen...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-21-2005, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,597
Posted By chomp

Rack and Pinion... worth it?

I'm going to be getting a tub. k member and a-arms and I was considering getting the rack and pinion setup (pa racing). It's about $500.

Basically, is it worth the money?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-20-2005, 01:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,438
Posted By chomp

"TBI Heads" weight

How much do the heads from a TBI 305 weigh each?

I took apart my LT1 heads and they weigh about 20lbs. I'm trying to figure out my weight savings from a k-member, LT1, and a few other things
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-17-2005, 06:16 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 21,425
Posted By chomp

That's good to hear. And to be honest, I didn't...

That's good to hear. And to be honest, I didn't know there was a difference between profab and PA racing. I'll be looking to buy a K-member, A-arms, and LCA's in the next week so I'll definitely be...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-13-2005, 01:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,019
Posted By chomp

Why would you add the spohns to these? Are these...

Why would you add the spohns to these? Are these even the best ones you can get?

It looks like some sfcs connect in the middle but these just run along the sides...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-12-2005, 02:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,019
Posted By chomp

Recommend SF connectors

Soon I'll be putting in my built up LT1 and I want to make sure everything complements it.

I'll be getting a kmemeber(PA) and tubular a-arms, but I'd like to get sub frame connectors first.
...
Forum: Exhaust
06-07-2005, 02:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 952
Posted By chomp

I dug through my receipts and stuff, and I found...

I dug through my receipts and stuff, and I found the invoice. It's from November. It doesn't list a phone number, but it has the address:

Engine Technologies and Fabrication
LLC
4646 South...
Forum: Exhaust
06-07-2005, 01:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 952
Posted By chomp

Hey, I have the hooker 2055's (jet hot) and the...

Hey, I have the hooker 2055's (jet hot) and the banks stinger cat-back with a magnaflow cat on my car. I love the sound, but I know when I get my LT1 in it will sound so much better.

Anyway, I...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-27-2005, 10:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,523
Posted By chomp

I'm almost certain that you will need to have the...

I'm almost certain that you will need to have the computer flashed to use the manual transmission. I believe you can use the 5 speed.
Forum: Engine Swap
04-14-2005, 12:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By chomp

Now, I'm unsure if this engine was coupled with a...

Now, I'm unsure if this engine was coupled with a manual or auto since it doesn't have a flywheel/flexplate.

Will the computer work with the 4L60E even if it was originally used with a manual 6?
Forum: Northern California
04-13-2005, 11:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 368
Posted By chomp

I was there with my 92 RS with Z06 wheels last...

I was there with my 92 RS with Z06 wheels last weekend. It's blue.

but i live in fresno
Forum: Engine Swap
04-13-2005, 11:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By chomp

I noticed that the computer that the LT1 came...

I noticed that the computer that the LT1 came with has different connectors than on my 92 computer. Is this the same computer, function wise? Or do both computers have to be used?

Also, this is...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-12-2005, 11:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By chomp

I will be using a built 4L60E with a 2000 stall...

I will be using a built 4L60E with a 2000 stall converter.


I will also be going with a PAracing/Profab tubular k-member. They have an option to add LT1 motor mounts with the k-member. SHould I...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-12-2005, 10:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By chomp

Just got my LT1 today

Today I picked up my 1995 Corvette LT1 (29,000 miles) from the shipping dock. It'll be going in my 1992 Camaro RS as soon as I get it built and when I find out exactly what I need to do to put this...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-12-2005, 10:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 699
Posted By chomp

anyone know if you have to make any adjustments...

anyone know if you have to make any adjustments if you have a tubular k-member?

I just got my LT1 today and I plan on getting a tub. kmember and keeping the A/C
Forum: History / Originality
04-05-2005, 01:15 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,110
Posted By chomp

92RS vs. 92Z28

Besides the spoiler and hood (i think) are there any aesthetical differences between these cars?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-05-2005, 12:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 697
Posted By chomp

looks nice and fresh.. i like it

looks nice and fresh.. i like it
Forum: Engine Swap
04-04-2005, 12:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 450
Posted By chomp

Wow, that looks like a nice, clean install. ...

Wow, that looks like a nice, clean install.

Kinda funny because I just purchased a '95 LT1 out of a corvette, which will be going in a '92 RS as well.

May I asked how you wired it? Did you use...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-03-2005, 06:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,146
Posted By chomp

Well that clears up a misconception I had. I'm...

Well that clears up a misconception I had. I'm getting a corvette LT1 soon... it seemed everywhere I looked and LT4 was the only motor in a corvette..heh.

What other differences are there between...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-03-2005, 05:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,146
Posted By chomp

I thought Corvettes only came with LT4s...??

I thought Corvettes only came with LT4s...??
Forum: Engine Swap
04-02-2005, 07:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,146
Posted By chomp

All LT1's were 2-bolt. The LT4 (which was a...

All LT1's were 2-bolt. The LT4 (which was a corvette only motor until 97 in the SS's I believe) is 4-bolt
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-29-2005, 02:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 718
Posted By chomp

Anyone know if the chromoly k members are...

Anyone know if the chromoly k members are stronger than mild steel?

I know it's lighter.... but my car is a daily driver.. not just a track car.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-26-2005, 08:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 718
Posted By chomp

So it's going to come out on monday? Any...

So it's going to come out on monday?


Any word on the prices?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-26-2005, 05:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 718
Posted By chomp

K-Member/A-Arms recommendations

Soon I will be putting in an LT4 in my car (92 Camaro RS) and while I have the old motor out, I would like to put in a tubular k member and tubular A-arms.

I've seen a couple places to buy them,...
Forum: Engine Swap
03-20-2005, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 786
Posted By chomp

His name on camaroz28 is "94TA_LT1". To be...

His name on camaroz28 is "94TA_LT1". To be honest, he seems kinda shady. I actually talked to him a few weeks ago about a different engine, but I decided to look a little longer.

He has a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-20-2005, 04:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By chomp

What about a 2000 or 1200 stall? With the...

What about a 2000 or 1200 stall?

With the transmission that I'm getting, I can get either one for free.

This is NOT going to be primarily a race car, but I don't want it to be bogged down. ...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-19-2005, 03:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By chomp

Correct stall for my setup

I will be buying a 4L60E soon that is built pretty well (can take 500+ HP) and I can either get it with a 1200 or 2000 stall converter.

It will be used with a LT1 that should be making around...
Forum: Engine Swap
03-19-2005, 01:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 786
Posted By chomp

LT1: Good deal?

I know a guy that's selling a built LT1 he has. Here are some of the specs.

Polished crank
Forged pistons/c rods (not sure of brand)
LT4 hotcam
Lloyd Eliot stage 2 ported/polished heads ...
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