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Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
12-01-2006, 07:51 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 17,007
Posted By HorseflyDF

I was watching the SCAA racing on the speed...

I was watching the SCAA racing on the speed channel racing
The Wrx was 1 and 2 and close 3rd was a Bmw.
The American muscle Camaro and Firebirds where not doing very well
Dodge Srt neon was in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-28-2006, 09:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,408
Posted By HorseflyDF

If you ever find out what it is please post it ...

If you ever find out what it is please post it
I have the same kind of thing for almost 2 years now, I have removed the tranny and started the engine. The sound was still there.
After doing the T5...
Forum: Exhaust
08-17-2006, 11:20 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 5,081
Posted By HorseflyDF

Just thought I would toss this out...

Just thought I would toss this out there..Temporary cheap exhaust for now is edlebrock headers with y pipe
which was on the car when I bought it, rusted and leak a bit at the collectors.
I put a...
Forum: TPI
07-18-2006, 11:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,208
Posted By HorseflyDF

I have the consumer reports for the year 91...

I have the consumer reports for the year 91 covers all the camaros from
82 -91
All of the 305s listed with either tbi or tpi are not rated at 20mpgs or better
on the highway...they are well...
Forum: TPI
07-14-2006, 07:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,208
Posted By HorseflyDF

350 8 5 1 compression with 342 gears + 5 speed ...

350 8 5 1 compression with 342 gears + 5 speed
4 barrel holley, idle 750 rpms..
12 city 17 highway..approx.. gas is now up to 3.22 for regular.
When I got the car gas was a dollar cheaper a...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-19-2006, 05:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 568
Posted By HorseflyDF

SOLD

SOLD
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-05-2006, 09:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 568
Posted By HorseflyDF

700r4 Hughes performance tranny low milage

Swapped out for T-5..
I have owned the car for 1 1/2 years drove the car
with the auto for around 2k miles.. Previous owner
put this in new.. its very clean shifts fine no problems.
$400.. no...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-25-2006, 07:07 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,486
Posted By HorseflyDF

Since I dont have a clutch pedal switch for now I...

Since I dont have a clutch pedal switch for now I left
the wires attached to the auto shifter switch which is pushed up
in the dash makes for a good cutoff switch : )..
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-20-2006, 09:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,015
Posted By HorseflyDF

whats a c4?

whats a c4?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-20-2006, 09:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,015
Posted By HorseflyDF

How do these batteries hold up under regular use?...

How do these batteries hold up under regular use?
How many miles was used your car?

Dave
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-16-2006, 10:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

No problem I aprreciate input from T-5 drivers, ...

No problem I aprreciate input from T-5 drivers,
I understand that to do a standing burnout or smoke the tires
for clouds of rubber u have to stand on the brakes. Thats
something I cant afford...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-15-2006, 10:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

I got the burnouts down, I turn idle up my idle a...

I got the burnouts down, I turn idle up my idle a bit and richened it..
I went to the big parking lot early before work next
to shea stadium and sitting neutral, put it in 1st idle around 700rpms....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-13-2006, 10:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,041
Posted By HorseflyDF

I didnt know the clutch master cylinder used a...

I didnt know the clutch master cylinder used a gasket.. that would of made it
much easier to drill and probably very accurate..
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-13-2006, 03:37 AM
Replies: 1,296
Views: 86,014
Posted By HorseflyDF

The Thread thats speaks about the Ironic 3rd...

The Thread thats speaks about the
Ironic 3rd gen Camaros..

To heavy no problem lets rip some stuff out lets get it down
this guy is taking stuff off that nobody even knew about..he ripped
out...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-13-2006, 02:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,813
Posted By HorseflyDF

I am in the same boat my Iroc is to stiff for the...

I am in the same boat my Iroc is to stiff for the streets here in Nyc
RS is the answer for softer ride for these mean streets..

By the way Stevo thats one sweet looking machine ..
Forum: Engine Swap
05-12-2006, 09:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,183
Posted By HorseflyDF

Dude I like it MAD MAX please paint the rims...

Dude I like it MAD MAX please paint the rims black thankyou : )
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2006, 10:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 534
Posted By HorseflyDF

It made the sound with the flexplate on and the...

It made the sound with the flexplate on and the auto tranny out
also made it with the flywheel on when I swapped it for the t5..

Guess to further investigate I have to get it up on the ramps...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2006, 09:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 534
Posted By HorseflyDF

I dont know I guess I could check it out. thanks ...

I dont know I guess I could check it out. thanks

Just wierd the sound comes up from the back of the engine.
threw the trans tunnel..
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-08-2006, 03:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 534
Posted By HorseflyDF

I took it today to the local speed shop the guys...

I took it today to the local speed shop the guys who are into
muscle and drag racing, he was nice enough to go for a ride with me.
He also checked it out from the engine bay before we left..
He...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-08-2006, 01:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

I got a burn out today in 1st gear, theres a dead...

I got a burn out today in 1st gear, theres a dead spot
in the carb when I was getting on it really quick..was checking
accelerator pump is worn out or one of my jets could be clogged a bit
but...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-08-2006, 11:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,041
Posted By HorseflyDF

I think the issue is what size is your flexplate...

I think the issue is what size is your flexplate is 164 larger
or 153 smaller..
Either way your mini starter can bolt up for both 153 and 164 pattern.

The mini starters most of them dont have a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-07-2006, 11:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,041
Posted By HorseflyDF

Sure let the rebuider do it. Dont worry...

Sure let the rebuider do it.

Dont worry about it for now, unless you want to try to change
the driven gear to get closer if your speedo is way off..
The driven gear is very easy.. do a search...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-07-2006, 11:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

With the auto didnt have to stand on the brakes...

With the auto didnt have to stand on the brakes at all
just let it ripp off the line.

Even from a roll I could do burn outs with the auto still in 1st gear.

Im dont want to stand on the brakes...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-07-2006, 11:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,041
Posted By HorseflyDF

Yeah thats a good starter shouldnt have any...

Yeah thats a good starter shouldnt have any problems
You can also rotate it away from headers.

I dont know about speedo gears on a T5 I did some research just
in case it was way off when I did...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-07-2006, 09:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

I tried again today to do a burnout in first gear...

I tried again today to do a burnout in first gear from a dead stop,
then second from a slow roll when I snap to wot shes bogging
or stumbling.. didnt happen with the auto tranny. Im gonna richen ...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-07-2006, 09:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,041
Posted By HorseflyDF

You can use your mini starter if it has 2...

You can use your mini starter if it has 2 different mounting positions.
There will be 4 holes then your ok.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-02-2006, 09:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

Actually a person can become a Christian without...

Actually a person can become a Christian without reading or hearing
about the Bible.
Someone preaches the Gospel someone hears and prays.
The Holy Spirit intercedes if the prayer is sincere....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-02-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

The last 2 responses are the reason I wanted to...

The last 2 responses are the reason I wanted to try a 5 speed
Everyone who likes to drive and is into performance would always ask
is it a 5 speed?
So before I leave this world I had to try it.....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-02-2006, 03:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 534
Posted By HorseflyDF

I cant do it no place to work I did the rearend...

I cant do it no place to work I did the rearend and t5 in the street.
I dont want to keep driving it like this its very annoying.
I put around 2k miles on it like this..didnt get worse kinda...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-02-2006, 11:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 534
Posted By HorseflyDF

Maybe Ill will go to a few local rebuilders ...

Maybe Ill will go to a few local rebuilders
and get the engine checked out see what they say first.
Before I do anything.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-02-2006, 07:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 534
Posted By HorseflyDF

Engines knocking need advice

Need some advice seems like I am going to need an engine.
I dont want to rebuild this one. Just did a T-5 swap also.
I also have another rear 342 open thats in good shape in my yard.
I wanted to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-01-2006, 08:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

Yeah thats what someone at work told me, I...

Yeah thats what someone at work told me, I thought it would
be easy to that..
I did get wild today and went all the way to 4k in 1st and 2nd gear
which for this engine is alot but I have a feeling...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-01-2006, 08:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 843
Posted By HorseflyDF

I have a hughes 700r4 you can come get cheap I...

I have a hughes 700r4 you can come get cheap I swapped in a t5.
Dont know much about it .I bought the car last year never had a
problem with it.. I dont know if It will handle your engine, but
I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-30-2006, 10:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

thanks man it wasnt easy. I miss doing burnouts...

thanks man it wasnt easy.
I miss doing burnouts with the auto but I like shifting
3 4 5 cool..Ive been easy since Im still learning..and
dont want to ruin the clutch.. .its great when u get it...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-29-2006, 06:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 828
Posted By HorseflyDF

Cutting the floor is easier then drilling the...

Cutting the floor is easier then drilling the holes for the hydraulics
in my opinion, because if the holes are not just right the clutch master cylinder pushrod will not line straight up with the...
Forum: Body
04-28-2006, 07:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 428
Posted By HorseflyDF

I would not try to bend that its attached to the...

I would not try to bend that its attached to the brake master cylinder with 4 bolts.
Also they have to be lined up correctly to when they engage the push rod for the clutch master and also brake...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-26-2006, 04:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

When I was in 1st going up that semi-steep grade...

When I was in 1st going up that semi-steep grade she
topped out at 3500 rpms and hummed very loudly.

It was much easier to start out in 2nd gear than first..
I had difficultly getting a feel for...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-25-2006, 01:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 889
Posted By HorseflyDF

T5 swap completed !!

Hey,
I finally got er done man it wasnt easy and I never drove a 5 speed
before so I have a few questions about that.
First off
.. I would like to thank TGO community and its Top Guns for lots...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-25-2006, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 550
Posted By HorseflyDF

I just did the t5 swap and I had to use the bolts...

I just did the t5 swap and I had to use the bolts to draw it to
the bellhousing maybe only 1/8 of an inch uh oh...

I would like to add maybe the clutch disk is on backwards?

THe springs on the...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
04-23-2006, 09:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 155
Posted By HorseflyDF

2 greay leather front seats good condition

From 4th gen Camaro mid 90s.. good shape, not mint
front grey leather seats..

selling cheap make an offer pick up only..
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
04-23-2006, 09:08 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 220
Posted By HorseflyDF

700r4 hughes torque converter

Have hughes 700r4 tranny with converter
I swapped it out for T5 and to check a knocking I had at 2000 rpms..
turns out its the engine not the tranny but I wanted a 5 speed anyway.

This tranny...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
04-16-2006, 06:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 327
Posted By HorseflyDF

Things wanted and Things for trades

things I want..
Fiberglass hood 82-83..or
Hatch Louvers..
RS hood.
15 Iroc rims with caps and tires.
416 or 601 heads..


List of things I have to swap
Forum: Engine Swap
04-16-2006, 05:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 511
Posted By HorseflyDF

I was concerned about the details,when doing...

I was concerned about the details,when doing something
for the first time usually something will pop up thats not covered
So I tried a search first and nada.
:thanks: :thanks:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-15-2006, 06:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,469
Posted By HorseflyDF

I ordered Gm flywheel bolts and they didnt have a...

I ordered Gm flywheel bolts and they didnt have a flange or washers.


The shorter flexplate bolts I took off did no washers needed.
Forum: Engine Swap
04-15-2006, 06:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 511
Posted By HorseflyDF

I meant the flange if you can call it that where...

I meant the flange if you can call it that where the flywheel bolts
up to the crank..
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-15-2006, 06:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,028
Posted By HorseflyDF

I ordered the outer bracket from Puritan pats the...

I ordered the outer bracket from Puritan pats the bushing is not correct
for my setup its shaped like flat ... ?? perhaps for the 4th gen torque arm

The bracket could be usable the upper hole...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2006, 01:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 718
Posted By HorseflyDF

I have the smaller flywheel to fit in the...

I have the smaller flywheel to fit in the bellhousing
The guy who I got the flywheel from said he used a staggered
mounted starter I didnt know I could use that thought it
was for the bigger...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2006, 11:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 904
Posted By HorseflyDF

Hey I am doing the T5 swap on a ol 2piece rms...

Hey
I am doing the T5 swap on a ol 2piece rms 350 and the starter
I got didnt work at all its generic 1 long and 1 short bolt.
I found the bolts at a help section but still they where to long.
If...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2006, 05:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 718
Posted By HorseflyDF

T5 swap on goodwrench block starter didnt work.

I am doing the t5 swap on the goodwrench 2 piece rms the block is probably close to 20 years old ..

I went to autozone and asked for a starter for 84 camaro manual 5.0.

I got a starter that...
Forum: Electronics
04-10-2006, 05:37 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 367
Posted By HorseflyDF

Starter for 153 tooth flywheel 2 piece rear

Hey I am doing the T5 swap with a goodwrench block 2piece rear

The starter I got from autozone didnt work out it used the 1 long
1 short bolt to hold it to the block.
The starter bolts I found...
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