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Forum: Convertibles
11-05-2022, 08:24 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,745
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Another convertible project: black/red Z03 Z28 heritage car, sold to ttypecamaro

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Finally prioritizing time for this car again. Intercooler...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-08-2017, 09:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 570
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: T5 5th gear lock ring issue

I've welded the ends of the ring together on two different transmissions. It didn't pop off again.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-11-2016, 10:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 325
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: 3.1 turbo starter setup

I have everything you need to do a bolt on 3.4 / 3500 hybrid turbo setup. Except one head and one piston... Baltimore, MD.
Forum: V6
09-24-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,658
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: will a 93-97 v6 t5 work?

You are correct on both.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-11-2012, 05:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,835
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Machining Rotors into hubs

A bit of experience: I made hubs from cheap rotors that I got for free, but when I pressed the new (longer) wheel studs into them the hubs cracked from the stud hole out to the edge in one or two...
Forum: Convertibles
09-05-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,745
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Another convertible project: black/red Z03 Z28 heritage car, sold to ttypecamaro

Fyi: the clear coat was pretty much all flaked off the wheels by the time I got it home, I didn't care and it still looks ok is why I never said anything.
Forum: Convertibles
08-14-2012, 06:05 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,745
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Now for sale: Another convertible project: black/red Z03 Z28 heritage car, finish

I couldn't find a spring plunger in the trunk. Maybe its missing? but I couldn't find a connector for one either. I'll end up rewiring it the way I want it to work.

It might be a bad time to...
Forum: Convertibles
08-12-2012, 09:12 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 9,745
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Now for sale: Another convertible project: black/red Z03 Z28 heritage car, finish

I finally got around to playing with this car. I thought it would be neat to continue the story in the same thread. Here's a small update:

I replaced all the weather stripping on the top and...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-06-2012, 07:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,835
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Machining Rotors into hubs

I didn't read the whole thread carefully, but the 2000 camaro front rotors I bought last week measured 5.905" inside. I had the "hubs" turned to 5.900"ish for clearance since the center pilot was...
Forum: Brakes
05-05-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,541
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: LS1 brake swap - braided lines

I need the same answer.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-10-2012, 06:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

The ups site isn't working on my phone right now, but $20 plus actual shipping should take 'em.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-10-2012, 06:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

Its only 6. A flat rate box is a good idea.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

I think this is a first, but either way... Duely noted.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

Probably a little of both. Also being way too cheap. The rods probably had 200K miles on them. I had about $600 all said and done in the 3.4/3500 motor.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

Yes, the rockers are pictured above... they only work on 2000+ 3100 or any 3400 heads I think.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

wow. UPS wants $19.50 for 3lbs from 21234 to 84713, crazy!??? Hows actual shipping plus $20 sound?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

Yeah, this time it was a rod snapped in half after 6k miles on the 3.4/3500.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 05:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

There's a catch. I drilled some accessory holes that break into the water jacket on the passenger head. I put sealant on the threads and they didn't leak, but its probably not long-term reliable. ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 04:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

more free stuff:

-3100 valves and rockers
-bosch platinum plugs (3k mi)
-exact plug wires (3k mi)
-2.8 cylinder head (3k miles since rebuild)

I have a bunch of other random engine parts from...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 04:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

I haven't decided if I'm willing to let go of this stuff for free (aluminum is like $0.50/lb for scrap).

3100 top end
2.8L MAF sensor
6 LT1 injectors
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-09-2012, 04:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 663
Posted By ttypecamaro

Free: Misc. 2.8L V6 parts

Everything in the next three pictures is free to a good home if you come get it. I'm willing to ship parts, but I might need to charge like $5 for gas money in addition to actual shipping costs.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
01-27-2012, 06:53 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,847
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: 1992 Z28 convertible, black/red Z03 Heritage Edition - Finished Photos Post #1 an

Do you have the certificate of salvage? What state is the certificate from? Would the car be able to drive to Baltimore, MD reliably?
Forum: DIY PROM
01-01-2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 404
Views: 64,228
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: V6 owners, take a look

The fan comes on like that when there is a problem with the chip. It could be installed backwards or not burned or calibrated correctly.
Forum: DIY PROM
12-26-2011, 10:08 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 64,228
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: V6 owners, take a look

Did you ever get your PA6E code working correctly? I now have a spare 3 Bar MAP sensor and might wanna try it out.
Forum: V6
11-26-2011, 09:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,658
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: will a 93-97 v6 t5 work?

You have to use the 3rd gen driveshaft because the 4th gen has a 2-piece shaft with a center support.
Forum: V6
10-26-2011, 08:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,658
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: will a 93-97 v6 t5 work?

I pulled the entire setup (t5 trans, bell housing, dust cover, clutch fork, throwout bearing, clutch disk, pressure plate, flywheel, hydraulics assembly, shifter, shift knob, torque arm bracket,...
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-07-2011, 08:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,095
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: 7747/7429/8062 to C950??

I made a 7730 to HC950 adapter once, but i never got the injectors wired right. They worked, but they were operating in double-fire when I really wanted single-fire. it was because the 7730 engine...
Forum: V6
08-20-2011, 05:46 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

I wired in a 4 wire narrow-band oxygen sensor a month ago. It fixed the idle learning issue. The stock replacement clutch started slipping after 2000 miles, so we slapped in a chinese 6-puck setup. ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-22-2011, 06:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: 89 tpi engine wiring harness and 165 computer with 2 proms

Though I never used the PROM for its intended use, only in a custom tuning application, the PROM itself is unmodified and seems to work.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-10-2011, 06:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,127
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: 89 tpi engine wiring harness and 165 computer with 2 proms

I have an APYM prom i could sell. Its ($6E code) for a 1989 5.0L TPI with automatic transmission.
Forum: V6
06-20-2011, 09:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,095
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: 3.4 3400 Questions

Hmm, the bell housing bolts are M12-1.75 on my blocks. The mains are M11-1.50.
Forum: V6
06-20-2011, 06:57 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

The closed loop bit logs true. I do catch it falling out of closed loop when the O2 sensor becomes "not ready". When I richen up the MAF table it will compensate the BLM untill the AFR is 19-20:1.
Forum: V6
06-18-2011, 10:08 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

I checked the boost gauge againts a "precision" gauge at work and it checked out within better than 1/2 of a psi. I found a kink in the signal line too. I was logging max airflow around 180g/s with...
Forum: V6
06-04-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

How do you use oil temperature and pressure to identify false knock? I guess oil temp will be up if its too rich? The car is currently tuned to 12.3(+/-.1):1 AFR with WOT timing 16-18 degrees.
...
Forum: V6
05-30-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

Some informational notes...
1. Using a memcal from a 90-92 3.1L V6 F-body (memcal mounted knock board) the knock sensor is wired directly to pin B11 of the 1227165 ECM when using unmodified $6E...
Forum: V6
05-29-2011, 01:34 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

We have 200 miles on the 3.4/3500 with the 4psi wastegate spring. My brother did a 2nd gear pull against my Cobalt (24psi) today and he was still at my back bumper when we let out. It made me...
Forum: V6
04-29-2011, 06:16 PM
Replies: 508
Views: 80,530
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.5 swap project...

T5 transmission from a 94 Camaro 3.4L. Photo taken by me, 10 minutes ago.
Forum: V6
04-22-2011, 07:38 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,741
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: New V6 Project

I have a double horn style of the ebay BOV talked about above on two camaros. It's loud enough, but I have to grease it every couple months. The RS-type BOV sounds better, looks nicer, and is just...
Forum: V6
04-07-2011, 06:14 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

I made this adapter plate out of 3/8" thick steel I had laying around instead of drilling and tapping the heads into the water jackets like I did last time. I had a friend mill 3/8" off of the back...
Forum: DIY PROM
04-06-2011, 06:03 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 64,228
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: V6 owners, take a look

How much for just the MAP sensor? I can't find one for under $85.
Forum: V6
03-26-2011, 11:24 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

3 hours and $117 later... excuse the cellphone camera picture. The 2006 malibu looked like it was rolled over and totaled.
Forum: V6
03-25-2011, 06:35 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

Ok, good to know since I already have some new 3400 gaskets and KB/silv-o-lite hypereutectic pistons waiting.

The gasket bore is a difference of about:...
Forum: V6
03-22-2011, 08:12 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

Thanks. I'm considering pulling some 3500 heads from the junk yard. In order to use 3500 heads, would I physically NEED 3500 head gaskets? Also, would I NEED the 3500 LIM?
Forum: V6
03-20-2011, 08:32 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

The .25 BAR (~4psi) spring is a tease. From experience, about how much boost can a stock 3400 handle, assuming a conservative AFR and timing?
Forum: DIY PROM
02-23-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 404
Views: 64,228
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: V6 owners, take a look

-3.4/3400 hybrid
-1227165 ecm
-$6E (unmodified code, calibration changes only)
-1992 3.1L memcal and knock sensor
Can the knock sensor wire be connected directly to pin B7, bypassing the external...
Forum: V6
02-21-2011, 01:59 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

the newly installed engine fired up on the first shot today. Practice makes perfect I guess. The valves did, in fact, tap slightly when it was cold. I will be ordering longer push rods and making...
Forum: V6
02-10-2011, 06:05 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 34,343
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: My 3.1/3100 hybrid turbo project

pilot bearing
Forum: V6
02-01-2011, 06:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 719
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: f/p slot in fuse box empty cant relieve pressure in lines

open the gas cap too. that helps a lot.
Forum: V6
02-01-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 22,997
Posted By ttypecamaro

Re: Massive Oil Leak, Distributor O-ring or Rear main?

I vote rear cam cover from experience. aka "rear engine cover" at the dealer.
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