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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-10-2001, 10:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 370
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

"including having the roof swapped over." I...

"including having the roof swapped over." I assume by a body shop. My money says it would be cheaper to buy another car.

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Nor Cal Mike
Red 84 Z28 HO, stock L82 350, L69 carb,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-21-2001, 09:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 358
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

If you plan to autocross or roadrace, first check...

If you plan to autocross or roadrace, first check the rulebook of the organization in which you wish to participate, before you modify anything. If you are a beginner, the classes that are best for...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-18-2001, 09:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 468
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I can't help you with that, most of that stuff on...

I can't help you with that, most of that stuff on my car is home made. I have two kids headed into college so store bought parts are a luxury for me.

Poligraphite parts are a no brainer, they're...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-17-2001, 11:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 468
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

84 H.O., We're stretching the suspension and...

84 H.O.,

We're stretching the suspension and chassis topic a bit. But hey, I started it in my reply.

Dito on the 3:73's. My car came equipped with posi so yours might have as well.

The T-5...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-15-2001, 02:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 468
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

SFC'S, boxed LCA's and poligraphite bushings in...

SFC'S, boxed LCA's and poligraphite bushings in the rear to handle the H.P. If you want it to handle as well, STB, wonder bar and poligraphite in the front.Every car could use a shock upgrade if it...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-15-2001, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 351
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Better yet, figure out a way to tie the cage and...

Better yet, figure out a way to tie the cage and the SFC together. Since most SFC's follow a path just inside the rocker panel, they pass right under the hard (attachment) points of the cage. In most...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-06-2001, 12:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Go back and look over the last 20 days of this...

Go back and look over the last 20 days of this board. There is a thread with tons of the info you seek.

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Nor Cal Mike
Red 84 Z28 HO, stock L82 350, L69 carb, intake, and air...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-28-2001, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 570
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

When you find those magical springs let me know....

When you find those magical springs let me know. I'll take yours.

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Nor Cal Mike
Red 84 Z28 HO, stock L82 350, L69 carb, intake, and air cleaner.
5 Spd, 3:73 Posi, 1 5/8" SLP...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-26-2001, 04:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 745
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

It depends on how deep your pockets are. If ya...

It depends on how deep your pockets are. If ya got doe to blow, then tubular LCA's are cool. If you are like many of us, boxed OEM's with poligraphite bushings work just fine.

Jegs sells a kit for...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-26-2001, 04:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 401
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

You didn't mention the model of your car other...

You didn't mention the model of your car other than the year. This is important because Irocs already had about 1" drop from the factory, and pretty stiff springs to boot. If you have an Iroc,Ws6 or...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-19-2001, 11:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 547
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

The LCA's are a critical suspension component so...

The LCA's are a critical suspension component so it has to be done right.If a STB orSFC failed at 70mph, on a busy freeway, chances are life and limb would not be jepordized. IF an LCA came apart it...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-14-2001, 04:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I only paid $125 for the hydraulic bender. I...

I only paid $125 for the hydraulic bender. I bought it at one of those Truck Tool Sales. I't was made in some third world country but hey, a hydraulic ram is a hydraulic ram and cast iron pipe...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-14-2001, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,118
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Since you say that the hole is right where you...

Since you say that the hole is right where you have to weld, I assume that the hole is at or near your subframe. If so, after welding up the hole, I would plate the area @ the SFC attachment point...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-13-2001, 09:42 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Right on! I like reading about guys scratch...

Right on! I like reading about guys scratch building there own parts. I do it because I like doing it and I do it out of necessity. My oldest daughter is headed for college soon and her little sister...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-10-2001, 10:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,142
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I checked the RPO's for springs on my car. I came...

I checked the RPO's for springs on my car. I came up with 6XY, 22X (orZZX, I can't read my writing) ,8NL and 9NL.I couldn't find a stabilizer RPO that matched any of my numbers.

Mike
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-09-2001, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 466
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I haven't been over there lately, but the Tech...

I haven't been over there lately, but the Tech section had a good article with pics by Daniel Burke. It's probably still there.

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Nor Cal Mike
Red 84 Z28 HO, stock L82 350, L69...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-09-2001, 11:09 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Ionsal, Bob, Last nite I started a thread...

Ionsal, Bob,
Last nite I started a thread titled "8 point cage". Move on over there, let's talk.

Mike
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-09-2001, 01:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 343
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Thanks, My car is a T top car and I want to...

Thanks,
My car is a T top car and I want to tighten her up. When I say 8 points, I mean a full cage without the door bars. I'm cooking up plan to tie the cage into my SFC's by installing U bolts...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-09-2001, 01:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

AT4 T/A, I read a thread 3 or 4 months ago...

AT4 T/A,

I read a thread 3 or 4 months ago from a guy who said that he had to cut and reweld the brace that bolts to the back side compressor because it interfered with the STB. I'm pretty sure it...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-08-2001, 08:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 347
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I'll second that motion. Mike

I'll second that motion.

Mike
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-07-2001, 03:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 343
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

8 Point Cage

Has any body installed an 8 point cage? how tight do they fit to the ceiling? I have a bad neck, ingress and egress is a major issue for me.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-07-2001, 03:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 318
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

KYB's at almost any place that sells them. I...

KYB's at almost any place that sells them. I bought mine at Big O Tires (chain store)

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Nor Cal Mike
Red 84 Z28 HO, stock L82 350, L69 carb, intake, and air cleaner.
5 Spd,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-07-2001, 03:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 347
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

If I were starting out with a stock car, I would...

If I were starting out with a stock car, I would be looking at (1) a good allignment and (2) some decent shocks. I got a decent set of KYB struts for about $200. A lot of guys will tell you to get...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-06-2001, 09:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,142
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Macgyver, Now ya went and done it again! Just...

Macgyver,
Now ya went and done it again! Just when I figured that I have my car dialed, now I hafta crawl back under it and figure out what kind of springs that are under there. My wife is gonna...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-05-2001, 09:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,142
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

gregz28, I would buy any 1LE parts that I...

gregz28,

I would buy any 1LE parts that I could get my hands on.

Mike
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-05-2001, 05:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 435
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Rick, I applaud your honesty but doesn't that...

Rick,
I applaud your honesty but doesn't that auto parts store that where you work carry Chiltons manuels? https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gif

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Nor Cal Mike
Red 84...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-05-2001, 02:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,142
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I'm with you about canyon carving. Ive been into...

I'm with you about canyon carving. Ive been into road cars since the day's of Carrol Shelby's Cobras and Grand Sport Corvettes.

All of the above suggestions will make a pretty good handling car,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-29-2001, 09:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I'd like to start off my reply by offering due...

I'd like to start off my reply by offering due respect to the engineers and English teachers of Third Gen Org. After all, my wife is a math teacher which puts her somewhere between the two...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-29-2001, 08:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I'm no engineer, but 25 years as a carpenter has...

I'm no engineer, but 25 years as a carpenter has taught me that by spreading out the load on any structural member, it's rigidity and overall strength is increased. By spreading the load of front end...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2001, 09:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,023
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Rear Shocks maybe, front shocks I doubt. I'm not...

Rear Shocks maybe, front shocks I doubt. I'm not very familiar with 4th gens. I would look them over pretty closely, measure the dimensions and compare. I remember an article in one of the mags about...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-25-2001, 09:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,603
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

My car has a carb with dual snorkel air cleaner....

My car has a carb with dual snorkel air cleaner. I loosely taped a 1"wooden dowel across the snorkels to test for clearence.

I bought a hydraualic pipe bender at one of those cheap tool sales, a...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-24-2001, 09:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,603
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Right on 84 Iroc! I made my own out of similer...

Right on 84 Iroc! I made my own out of similer size tubing. STB's Aint Rocket Science and ya don't need, chromoly, titanium and gold alloy to keep those SHEET METAL towers in line. At worse, your...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2001, 07:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Does your car car have T tops? If so, I would say...

Does your car car have T tops? If so, I would say that SFC's are necessary if you wish that your car live a long life. My car has T tops and came equipped with L69 option. It has stress cracks at the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-21-2001, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 366
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I think that going from discs to drums is just...

I think that going from discs to drums is just plain silly. You're going to spend money on drum brakes, E brake cables, brackets etc. All for an inferior braking system. There are all kinds of people...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-21-2001, 09:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

How do you drive? Do you like to carve corners...

How do you drive? Do you like to carve corners somewhat aggressively? If so, third gens have alot of flex in them. This is bad for performence driving. In the case of the strut towers, the front...
Forum: Body
01-20-2001, 06:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 368
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Hood Fits Poorly

I posted this a few months ago but got no response. I'm gonna try again.

On my 84 Z28, the seam between the hood and fenders gets really tight as it gets closer to the windshield. All of the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-20-2001, 05:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

If you order a brace for your TBI car, the most...

If you order a brace for your TBI car, the most you would need is socket set, a drill motor and a drill bit the same size as the bolts that come with the brace. Edelbrock makes one that will clear...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-20-2001, 05:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,061
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I would sell all of that Buick stuff to someone...

I would sell all of that Buick stuff to someone who owns a Buick. A 350 would be cheaper and less trouble, unless you happen to own a machine shop and auto parts warehouse.

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Nor...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-19-2001, 09:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

What type of intake do you have carb, TBI or TPI?...

What type of intake do you have carb, TBI or TPI? Most are easy except some carb equipped cars. If your car has a carb, which side is your A.C. compressor mounted? Yes, they are worth the trouble....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-19-2001, 09:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 882
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

What type of intake do you have carb, TBI or TPI?...

What type of intake do you have carb, TBI or TPI? Most are easy except some carb equipped cars. Yes, they are worth it.

Mike
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-19-2001, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 487
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Your idea is intriguing. I have no doubt that...

Your idea is intriguing. I have no doubt that someone with the right skills could carry this out. It has to be done right.

Speedway sells kits for other GM axles but not third gens. Most use stock...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-16-2001, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 320
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

Get rid of the speaker. Maybe you could sell it...

Get rid of the speaker. Maybe you could sell it to the local stadium for their PA system

Nor Cal Mike
Forum: History / Originality
01-15-2001, 11:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 489
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

You will probably get more response if you move...

You will probably get more response if you move your post over to the Transmission and Drivline section. Early third gens did come out wit a 4 speed.I don't know if they had hydrolic clutches. Are...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-13-2001, 05:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 432
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I have a dual snorkel air cleaner set up on my...

I have a dual snorkel air cleaner set up on my car. I have a homemade, two point STB and it fits with no problem. I have a V belt car.

The problems with the Edelbrock STB comes from the air...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-13-2001, 01:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 528
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I can't help you with that. I'm running KYB's and...

I can't help you with that. I'm running KYB's and I'm satisfied.

If you're really serious, doing autocross or road racing then premium adjustable shocks are the way to go. If you're going to just...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-12-2001, 11:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 528
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

86 Trans Am, I re-read your post duh, I think I...

86 Trans Am,
I re-read your post duh, I think I need new glasses.

Summit has Koni's listed as'82-'87 All Incl TA Front... KON-87411030.....$139.95 each.

They don't list rear shocks for TA's,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-12-2001, 10:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 528
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I would keep the stock springs, rebuild the front...

I would keep the stock springs, rebuild the front end with quality parts, replace all of the suspension bushings with poly-graphite, get the best shocks that fit your budget and shop for a strut...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-09-2001, 06:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 421
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

My brother and I built a set for my car also....

My brother and I built a set for my car also. They are pretty basic as far as chasis modifications go. Just connect the front and rear sub frames together with tubing attatched to reinforced hard...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-16-2000, 11:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 563
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

The archives of this board are full Q&A's on this...

The archives of this board are full Q&A's on this subject. The consensus seems to be that all generations of GM computers are pretty forgiving in terms of displacement, compression ratio etc. One...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-31-2000, 09:58 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,454
Posted By Nor Cal Mike

I have 1 5/8" SLP's. I didn't have problems with...

I have 1 5/8" SLP's. I didn't have problems with steering shaft clearance but the rubber boot and speedo cable melted from the heat.I had no problems with the headers mating at the ports.

The...
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