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Forum: Engine Swap
07-29-2007, 02:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 754
Posted By parks911

Will it be powerful & strong enough for a 200-300 shot of nitrous?

350 block bored .030 with a 3.875 crank to stroke it to a 396.

Forged aluminum flat top pistons
Forged 4130 steel crankshaft
forged 4340 steel rods
Chromemoly push rods

trick flow 195cc 23...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-29-2007, 02:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 532
Posted By parks911

Re: engine knock

Now maybe someone can explain my knock.

3 weeks ago it sounded like a rod was getting ready to break thru the block so I parked the car.
Last weekend I had to move it & no knock. let it sit &...
Forum: Engine Swap
07-28-2007, 06:20 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,911
Posted By parks911

Re: Swap Iron Duke for crate engine

Get some moog replacement springs from spohn. $125.00 plus shipping.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-25-2007, 08:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 821
Posted By parks911

Re: 4th. Gen rear in the 3rd. generation car

I guess that answered my question. $1150.00 in parts & I'm going to guess $500 to a grand to buy a used 10 bolt depending on the condition of the rear end.

Thats getting close to the price of...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-24-2007, 05:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 821
Posted By parks911

Re: 4th. Gen rear in the 3rd. generation car

If the 4th gen rear was rebuilt with "GOOD QUALITY" parts, would it be able to handle 500-600 hp? Or should I continue saving for the Moser rear Spohn sells?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-22-2007, 02:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 821
Posted By parks911

4th. Gen rear in the 3rd. generation car

I was just reading the tech article about swapping a 4th. generation rear into the 3rd. gen cars.

I think this is a swap that I would like to tackle, but the article didn't mention what year of...
Forum: Engine Swap
07-22-2007, 02:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 904
Posted By parks911

Stroking a 350

I know that a 350 can be stroked to a 383, but can it be stroked further then that?

Also how much horsepower & torque can be sucked out of the engine naturally aspired? No particular budget. Money...
Forum: History / Originality
02-12-2006, 02:21 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 11,656
Posted By parks911

1982 Z-28 Indy Pace Car 1979 Z-28 (Piece of...

1982 Z-28 Indy Pace Car

1979 Z-28 (Piece of crap)

1989 RS (Nothing invested & wrecked it quickly)

1991 RS (Currently 15K invested & I haven't even started)
Forum: Carburetors
11-12-2005, 06:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,784
Posted By parks911

Holley 600 CFM

Holley 600 CFM
Forum: Carburetors
11-12-2005, 05:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,784
Posted By parks911

How bad will it hurt my fuel system if I went...

How bad will it hurt my fuel system if I went with a 1/4 inch (-04 an) feed for my carb?


I know that I have to keep the return larger then the feed & that is what I'm trying to do.
Forum: Carburetors
11-12-2005, 03:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,784
Posted By parks911

I've got to looking. My return line is 3/8 &...

I've got to looking.

My return line is 3/8 & to the carb is 5/16.


According to summit racing that will make my return a -06 & my feed a -05.

I am able to find the appropiate fitting for...
Forum: Carburetors
11-12-2005, 12:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,784
Posted By parks911

Mallory MAA-4309 AFPR

What other parts should I be needing when I buy the MAA-4309 AFPR?

I'm wanting to have everything sitting here before I realize I didn't get what I needed?


Fittings?
Fuel lines?
Gauge?
...
Forum: Body
10-29-2005, 05:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,775
Posted By parks911

Removing inner fender

Can Inner fenders be removed for painting. Or are they welded in place causing me to remove my engine again.
Forum: Carburetors
10-29-2005, 09:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 769
Posted By parks911

No clues? Anybody?

No clues? Anybody?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-28-2005, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 703
Posted By parks911

Re: Car Just Broke Down ON I-74

On my old 82 Z-28 I had something similiar happen except for the smoke coming out of the headlight area.

I was also moving at a higher speed, passing a car on US-74 in North Carolina. All of a...
Forum: Carburetors
10-28-2005, 07:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 769
Posted By parks911

Surging Idle & Failed Emissions

This is what I have....

A 91 RS (ex-TBI 305) with a Carburated 350.

Holley Street Dominator Intake Manifold (http://www.holley.com/products.asp?product=300-70)

600 CFM Four Barrell Street...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
10-28-2005, 06:48 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 4,139
Posted By parks911

Why pay 30K for a new piece of plastic when I can...

Why pay 30K for a new piece of plastic when I can take the same money & rebuilt the one I currently have paid off, enjoy, & can have it my way?

Why??????


Because I like the feeling of...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
10-28-2005, 03:27 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 4,139
Posted By parks911

I'm not into racing. On the street or on the...

I'm not into racing. On the street or on the track.

I don't need to prove to anyone what I have or for people to accept me or my car. I have reciepts for everything & I know what it can do.
...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
10-27-2005, 09:34 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 4,139
Posted By parks911

I get challenged by everyone. Mustangs, Camaro's,...

I get challenged by everyone. Mustangs, Camaro's, Hemi's.

I don't take them up on the offer though. Don't need the embaressment of losing or the police after me for winning.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2005, 09:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 670
Posted By parks911

I wonder if that is my problem. Mechanic say it...

I wonder if that is my problem. Mechanic say it may be, but he doesn't see the smoke at start up & only when the engine & exaust are cold.

It goes away after a few minutes when everything warms up...
Forum: Body
10-23-2005, 01:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 459
Posted By parks911

Rear Reinforcement

How hard is it to replace the rear impact bar?

Can I do this in my driveway in just a few hours or is a better job left to the professionals?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-23-2005, 01:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 715
Posted By parks911

What will it do & what do I need?

Below I'm going to list some suspension parts. I hope you guys can tell me what they do, do I need them, if I will see a massive difference, & how much modification it will take to install.
...
Forum: Fabrication
10-15-2005, 09:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,682
Posted By parks911

Not sure if they stil do, but back when I lived...

Not sure if they stil do, but back when I lived in Wichita Falls, TX they had drive thru liquor stores.

Something like McDonalds. Drive up, order a drink, pay, & drive off with you alcoholic drink...
Forum: South East Region
10-15-2005, 04:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 648
Posted By parks911

suppose I should also say..... I want...

suppose I should also say.....


I want this shop capable of adding my sun-frame connectors & strut tower braces.

I also want them to por-15 (or other undercoating) the under carriage of the...
Forum: South East Region
10-15-2005, 03:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 648
Posted By parks911

SE Tenn, N Georgia, or NE Alabama????

Guys....

I'm looking for a body shop in Southeast Tennesssee, North Georgia, or Northeast Alabama.

Hoping you guys can recommend some for me to look at.

I need minimal rust repair (can be...
Forum: Body
10-15-2005, 03:45 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,037
Posted By parks911

Re: What hasn't happend to me lately f *ck

Why is it always the passenger window that gets busted out? It was the same with mine last winter.

They tried to picked the driver's door lock & trashed it like yours. Then they tried to pry the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-08-2005, 12:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 765
Posted By parks911

http://www.sunroofdoctor.com/index2.htm ...

http://www.sunroofdoctor.com/index2.htm


They sell the replacement glass or the whole kit & kaboodle.
Forum: TBI
07-09-2005, 11:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 541
Posted By parks911

It doesn't idle at all in any of the gears,...

It doesn't idle at all in any of the gears, Unless your on the throttle. you let off the throttle & hold the brake normally & it dies out.

It idles pefectly in park & nuetral & always restarts...
Forum: TBI
07-09-2005, 09:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 541
Posted By parks911

The IAC is new. It was replaced with the engine...

The IAC is new. It was replaced with the engine along with knock sensors and such.

To me it seems to just crap out. If i'm on the gas it will stay running, but who wants to stand on the throttle...
Forum: TBI
07-09-2005, 02:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 541
Posted By parks911

Anyone Have A Clue?

I replaced my sorry 305 with a remanned 350 out of a Caprice LTX Police Version.

Added headers & dual 3" exaust with a high flow cat.

Tranny rebuilt with a vette servo, shift kit, & 2000 stall...
Forum: South East Region
06-24-2005, 06:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,566
Posted By parks911

The stickers are or were the same when I lived in...

The stickers are or were the same when I lived in Irredell county 2 years ago.

We only had to pass a visual at that time & I always went to Mecklenburg county for my inspections. If you know...
Forum: South West Region
06-04-2005, 01:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 753
Posted By parks911

If you can make them for a 91 RS Camaro I'd buy...

If you can make them for a 91 RS Camaro I'd buy some.

Now I gotta remember what my speedometer goes up to, been awhile since I looked at it.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-04-2005, 12:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By parks911

Just to update...... Don't base your buying...

Just to update......

Don't base your buying decisions on what I say. Obviously nobody else has had problems or else I'm sure they would of posted about it.

Perhaps I had mine ordered at a bad...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-28-2005, 07:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 629
Posted By parks911

I see your in Canada, so I'm not sure what the...

I see your in Canada, so I'm not sure what the laws state there.

But down here if it wasn't witnessed by a officer or both parties stop and file a police report, then there isn't nothing you can...
Forum: Fabrication
05-28-2005, 10:53 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 93,878
Posted By parks911

:huh: :huh: :huh: :huh: :waveman: I...

:huh: :huh: :huh: :huh: :waveman:


I probally would be. It all depends on the styling.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-28-2005, 03:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By parks911

www.jimmy-jams.com

I gotta tell ya, I'm not happy with this guy or business right now.

Nearly a month ago, I had a order placed with him for a nitrous plate.
He said he had one no problem. So a money order was...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-28-2005, 03:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,128
Posted By parks911

yeah, I bought some stuff from them a few years...

yeah, I bought some stuff from them a few years ago off eBay.

Shipping was slower then desired, but then again they come from Canada. Also, packaging wasn't nice. My parts weren't damaged, but the...
Forum: South East Region
05-28-2005, 03:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 996
Posted By parks911

I live just outside of Chattanooga. Not...

I live just outside of Chattanooga.

Not going to the F-body gathering in Atlanta this weekend though. The damn car just aint ready.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-08-2005, 05:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 442
Posted By parks911

Each track has there own set of rules that you...

Each track has there own set of rules that you have to follow.

The best thing to do is to check your tracks website or contact your track for the official rules.
Forum: Car Audio
05-08-2005, 01:06 AM
Replies: 358
Views: 139,604
Posted By parks911

You can buy something similiar for a third...

You can buy something similiar for a third generation from crutchfield.
Forum: TBI
05-01-2005, 09:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 828
Posted By parks911

Your right. It was flowtech. I was extremely...

Your right. It was flowtech. I was extremely tired when I posted that.
Forum: South East Region
04-30-2005, 01:47 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 3,034
Posted By parks911

I might just show up. Depending on if my engine,...

I might just show up. Depending on if my engine, tranny, & rear end are done.

My car won't be no show queen but according to the events schedule, they have a dyno on site & I'd love to know when...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-30-2005, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 751
Posted By parks911

I want to keep the stock height. I love the...

I want to keep the stock height. I love the stance that it currently has.
Forum: TBI
04-30-2005, 01:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 828
Posted By parks911

The engine was choosen to be the 91 Caprice LTZ...

The engine was choosen to be the 91 Caprice LTZ police version from Jasper. After all is said & done it should be turning 250-275 HP.

After the warrenty expires, then I'll look at different cams &...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-30-2005, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 751
Posted By parks911

{part 2} spending a shiny penny....

Now, since Phase 1 (https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/showthread.php?s=&threadid=293450) of my car is in the process of being done at this moment. It is time to start thinking about Phase 2.

Phase...
Forum: Body
04-30-2005, 08:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 533
Posted By parks911

I have never used it. But it is a single stage...

I have never used it. But it is a single stage paint like what they use to put on the cars in the 50's & 60's.

Not the base/clear that is used today.
Forum: Body
04-30-2005, 08:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,868
Posted By parks911

:doh: :doh: :doh: :doh: You took...

:doh: :doh: :doh: :doh:




You took the word right out of my keyboard.


Get yourself a magnetic base with either a wilson 2000 whip or a wilson 5000 whip.
Forum: Body
04-30-2005, 08:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,347
Posted By parks911

Re: laws

That's strange. The only law I saw for OK considering a vehicle is.....


Molesting an automobile is illegal.


I guess that was put in place to protect the third generation.:doh:
Forum: TBI
04-24-2005, 09:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 828
Posted By parks911

The man said it would take him about a week. I'm...

The man said it would take him about a week. I'm expecting a couple weeks though.
Figure that all the parts hae to be ordered & I am not sure how long it takes jasper to ship a engine.

As for...
Forum: TBI
04-24-2005, 07:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 828
Posted By parks911

Getting ready to spent a shiny penny....

I just dropped my car off at the shop (mainly because I don't have time to do the work myself. I have more money then I do time)

He is going to pull the 305 TBI & either replace it with the 1991...
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