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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-28-2007, 10:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,030
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: Rear Coil overs

that looks like a good deal a little more engineered for the third gen. body than the QA1 kit i may look into that one a little more. i want to put a 8.5 10 bolt rear end in mine maybe do it all at...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-28-2007, 06:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,030
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: Rear Coil overs

HAL-DR2000K

this universal coil over kit from qa1 looks like it could work in the 3 gen f bodies
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-28-2007, 06:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,278
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: Rear End Questions/ Tech Data

so from backing plate to backing plate the second gen f body cars have the same measurement and out third gens??? so if i wanted to build a 8.5 10 bolt i would just unbolt the u bolts take the leafs...
Forum: Carburetors
07-25-2007, 05:49 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

i had the same problem i had to set the transition slot on the primary barrels by opening the rear blades more. you want the slot to show about .030 -.050 at idle speed so set your idle then take...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-27-2007, 11:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: BEST STREET DIST

ok i rounded up the money for the msd digital e curve and it works awesome. i set it at 12 degrees base and with a quick curve the car ran so much better and smoother. i used the msd blaster 3 coil...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-27-2007, 10:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,711
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: MSD or Mallory

ok i rounded up the money for the msd digital e curve and it works awesome. i set it at 12 degrees base and with a quick curve the car ran so much better and smoother. i used the msd blaster 3 coil...
Forum: Carburetors
06-20-2007, 12:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

it still could be a bad lifter. try retarding your timing and see if it goes away
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-20-2007, 12:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: BEST STREET DIST

not to call bs on anyone but i believe there is no adjustable rate. its the total advance so you don't run to much or not enough at cruise. thats the most critical time for the vacuum advance. i...
Forum: Carburetors
06-18-2007, 11:21 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

ok thanks i actually found it before reading your post but that just verifies what i found. i guess i wasnt looking hard enough. i can see what you mean by it taking a couple of trys. i did'nt...
Forum: Carburetors
06-17-2007, 08:59 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

i believe this is my problem. very well described and i did find that when i took my carb off that most of the transfer slot was being exposed to vacuum. so the secondary throttle stop will do...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-17-2007, 08:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: BEST STREET DIST

this also follows along, like i said i have an accel hei if i were to switch to the externally mounted coil would the hei wires work the same with that style male terminal? i believe they do but i...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-16-2007, 11:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: BEST STREET DIST

thanks, well i'm glad to see you have had good luck with the accel but thats what i'm trying to get away from.
Forum: Carburetors
06-11-2007, 10:03 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

well said. whatever works works, as long as the end result isnt jimmy rigged
Forum: Carburetors
06-10-2007, 09:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

the way i myself do that is run what seems like a mile long hose from the manifold though the cowl to a hand held vacuum gauge inside the car. just get enough hose. thats what works for me. then...
Forum: Carburetors
06-07-2007, 11:19 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

i believe i have the same carb. are there brass flat head plugs/screws on the passenger(right) side of the fuel bowl?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-06-2007, 10:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: BEST STREET DIST

anyone else have any comments on your preference dist.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-05-2007, 10:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: BEST STREET DIST

thanks i appreciate the help
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-05-2007, 09:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: BEST STREET DIST

how is setting the curves on it. easy as it says?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-05-2007, 05:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By Justin86camaro

BEST STREET DIST

ok i'm hoping yall can help me find a good dist. i now have an accel hei. it never seems to set right or have the advance curve thats set on it. i'm looking at getting away from the hei style to...
Forum: Carburetors
06-04-2007, 10:10 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,567
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: need help tuning my holley

i've been messing around with my 4160 holley 600cfm vac sec. carb. when reading the spark plug black is rich, lean in white. what are you shooting for a nice gray color???
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-04-2007, 09:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,014
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: Car Not Performing Like It Should

i am having sort of the same issue with my camaro. i never can get a right reading with the light. i have a 73 350 brand new edelbrock rpm heads, comp xe268 cam, hardened push rods, crane roller...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-04-2007, 09:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,711
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: MSD or Mallory

i have heard msd is the way to go but thats just what i've heard advertising and from kids. one of my older friends runs a mallory unilite dist. and it works fine. the only thing i have to say is...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-23-2007, 09:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 20,680
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: hughes converter not impressed

thanks for the info i would personally go with a b&M or TCI just because of the name. i have a stock 2025 stall converter and don't have the car tuned right to get the most out of a launch to...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-21-2007, 09:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,504
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: My new (to me) 1992 Z

its defenently a nice car. you know you might have paid alot for it but it doesnt matter. your not paying just for a car from 1992. your paying for a car that was very well kept and something that...
Forum: Exhaust
05-21-2007, 06:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,463
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: Exhaust Leak?????

if you think its a leak in the pipes i would just take it to an exhaust shop and have them weld it up believe me working under the car on a lift if much easier than jack stands. they should only...
Forum: Exhaust
05-21-2007, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,586
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: 305 LG4: Do I get Edelbrock TES or Hooker headers?

from my experience stay away from hedman headers. their long tubes did'nt fit my 86 and their flanges on the shorties have bent over time i would recommend hookers from what i have heard and...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-13-2007, 09:43 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,176
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: Which Oil is better?

i will say that i'm sure somewhere down the line royal purple is better than conventional. but will you ever notice the difference in your car? in your wallet? i say just use a conventional oil...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2007, 11:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,441
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: Tall Valve covers and PCV valve?

i can't really get a good visual of the clearance between the alt and cover but if they bolt up theyre good to me. valve covers add a nice touch the engine. i would not have put the covers on with...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-22-2007, 10:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,908
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: My First Engine Swap! Will the key ever turn?

is that the finial color, or just a primer? if so what color is that? looks good
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-20-2007, 09:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,082
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: V6 coil springs in v8

ok thanks dude i think i'm going to try the v6 springs first and see how they work. it will be a while before i get everything back together with all the body on but i'll take a pic and let you know...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-20-2007, 10:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,082
Posted By Justin86camaro

Re: V6 coil springs in v8

so your front end is unmodified with a sbc v8. you just put the springs in to lower the front? do you have any pics or comments on how the car rides ? thanks
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-19-2007, 09:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,082
Posted By Justin86camaro

V6 coil springs in v8

i've searched the forums but could not find anything on this. i have an 86 camaro. heres the major mods that affect weight: cowl fiberglass hood, aluminum intake manifold, mechanical carb, lighter...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-21-2007, 10:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 458
Posted By Justin86camaro

i am also interested in them pics and part...

i am also interested in them pics and part numbers would be helpful thanks, Justin
Forum: Interior
02-15-2007, 10:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 667
Posted By Justin86camaro

could it also be the connection at the steering...

could it also be the connection at the steering box or steering linkage. possibly a little further down than the wheel. possibly the pitman arm was replaces and splined on incorrectly?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2007, 11:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,401
Posted By Justin86camaro

ok so i've read up on all this an fitting stuff...

ok so i've read up on all this an fitting stuff on thirdgen but can anyone give me the name of a site or tell me about the braided line, and an fittings. what is "an" is it tapered pipe thread? and...
Forum: Carburetors
02-13-2007, 11:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,668
Posted By Justin86camaro

this is off topic but who makes your camber...

this is off topic but who makes your camber plates and your water neck. they look good and was also wondering where you got them?
Forum: Body
02-12-2007, 11:41 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 22,760
Posted By Justin86camaro

1bad91 where did you get your ac delete bracket...

1bad91 where did you get your ac delete bracket from? i have a friend that might be interested in one for his iroc.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 11:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 564
Posted By Justin86camaro

ok thanks for the help. i see what you're saying...

ok thanks for the help. i see what you're saying i just don't understand why edelbrock did'nt machine the heads right. and why i'm needing to do all this for a head that was supposed to be...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 11:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 564
Posted By Justin86camaro

the guideplates have holes larger than the stud...

the guideplates have holes larger than the stud so i can loosen the stud and move the plate in any circular motion. i just can't seem to get the rocker arms lined up and the push rod from hitting...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 11:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 564
Posted By Justin86camaro

i'm sorry i meant the rocker arms are not self...

i'm sorry i meant the rocker arms are not self aligning. i just don't see how the rocker arm can be off by so much
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 10:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 564
Posted By Justin86camaro

the guideplates are adjustable. (the rocker stud...

the guideplates are adjustable. (the rocker stud hole is larger than the stud to allow for adjustment) and i really don't think i can remove anymore material from the head because the intake runners...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 09:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 564
Posted By Justin86camaro

yes they are aligned by the pushrods

yes they are aligned by the pushrods
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-10-2007, 08:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 564
Posted By Justin86camaro

VALVETRAIN HELP PLEASE!

ok i'm installing edelbrock rpm heads. a comp 268 cam, edelbrock push rods, and crane roller rocker arms. when i adjust the guideplates which needs to be done to keep the push rod from contacting...
Forum: Body
02-09-2007, 11:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 22,760
Posted By Justin86camaro

i think the hood looks cool. but not my personal...

i think the hood looks cool. but not my personal choice. i like the factory iroc z28 hoods and cowl hoods. motor is very nice. the blue is my favorite color. do agree with xpndbl3 if you replace...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-09-2007, 06:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 566
Posted By Justin86camaro

ok thanks sonix. i was thinking about putting in...

ok thanks sonix. i was thinking about putting in the xe274 but did'nt want to put more cam than the converter would let me. i am going to use the s10 converter which is said to have a stall around...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-08-2007, 11:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 566
Posted By Justin86camaro

ok heres my new cam its a comp xtreme energy 268...

ok heres my new cam its a comp xtreme energy 268 specs are
valve lift at .050: .477/.480
duration at .006 tappet lift: 268/280
valve timing at .006
open int. 26 BTDC; exh. 72 BBDC...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-07-2007, 10:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 566
Posted By Justin86camaro

good call five7kid, and gotachevy i agree with...

good call five7kid, and gotachevy i agree with you as well i like the gold pans from milodon for the red ones from moroso. but i'm not too much into chrome. i know i do have the valve covers and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-07-2007, 11:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 566
Posted By Justin86camaro

hey sonix how is the idle with the xe268 cam? ...

hey sonix how is the idle with the xe268 cam? i'm looking for a rough choppy idle but still be able to drive it daily. would you by any chance have any sound clips you could post or pm me. i'm...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-07-2007, 12:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 566
Posted By Justin86camaro

sounds good sonix i'm using the performer intake...

sounds good sonix i'm using the performer intake and crane aluminum full roller 1.5 ratio. i'll defiantly get it tuned after its all back together and have pics and videos up. i'll get the cam in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-06-2007, 11:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 566
Posted By Justin86camaro

looks good i never thought of painting my tranny...

looks good i never thought of painting my tranny chevy orange but thats looks real good. i might even consider doing that to mine. keep up the good work.
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