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Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-09-2024, 07:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 145
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Benefit of a 1.44 valve spring?

Thanks for the reply Sofa. Your right on the guy being old school. That sucks to hear about the water jacket was not expecting that. :( These are Mexican Vortecs I heard they are thicker castings...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-08-2024, 10:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 145
Posted By trumps2000

Benefit of a 1.44 valve spring?

Hi All, so after a long hiatus due to raising a young family, I'm trying to get the old girl on the road. During COVID I bought a set of vortecs and had them reconditioned. I was ready to put it on...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-22-2021, 09:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 920
Posted By trumps2000

B&M 144 Supercharger

I'm gauging interest in the short nose B&M blower I've had sitting on the shelf for some years. I don't have the drive or idle pullies. I set this up to run off the same belt as accessory serpentine....
Forum: Exhaust
01-24-2021, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,650
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Need L69 EFE?

You have great timing! I've haven't done much with the car lately but was just going through a box of parts and found the L69 valve I bought from 84ZMike. PM me if you're interested.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-31-2020, 10:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,244
Posted By trumps2000

Re: LS Swap, SBC and Thirdgen Parts

PM Sent.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-30-2020, 08:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,244
Posted By trumps2000

Re: LS Swap, SBC and Thirdgen Parts

What condition are the heads in?
Forum: Brakes
06-17-2014, 07:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 887
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Parking Cables on rear PBR converion

Sounds like what I'm seeing.


James, How tight are your cables installed? I installed the guides just as you show in the pic James. (Thanks again for the nice writeup!) So it seems foolproof,...
Forum: Brakes
06-12-2014, 11:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 887
Posted By trumps2000

Parking Cables on rear PBR converion

Hoping JamesC is reading this, I know he's got the same setup. I'm finally finishing up this rear PBR conversion on my '85. I have the 1434mm cables, but when I installed the driver side the the...
Forum: Brakes
09-18-2013, 10:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 608
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Ed Help!

Well, I fixed the one hose by reaming it with a drill bit, but its disappointing Ed's left me hanging.
Forum: Brakes
08-22-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 608
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Ed Help!

I've measured this with calipers. The throat of the bolt is slightly larger than the opening on this end. I think there might be a taper to the hose opening. If I remember right putting it through...
Forum: Brakes
08-21-2013, 10:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 608
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Ed Help!

Yea, they thread in, but I didnt get a wrench on it yet. The interefrence is slight, but usually a sign of problems.
Forum: Brakes
08-19-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 608
Posted By trumps2000

Ed Help!

Hi Ed, I bought new hoses and banjo bolts for the LT1 rear brake system, but I'm running into trouble it seems like the bolts don't fit the hoses. Anyone have any ideas?
Forum: Brakes
06-19-2013, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,608
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Rear caliper 89 gta

Alright so I didn't do anything wrong? Guess this is life when modifying multiple things. :doh:
Forum: Brakes
06-19-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,608
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Rear caliper 89 gta

Hi James, I'm upgrading to PBRs and am wondering if you could shed some light on my problem. I have LT1 calipers (w/o damper) and backing plates and LCA relo brackets. It looks as though I can't...
Forum: TBI
10-24-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 438
Posted By trumps2000

Hooking up Projection 4D Throttle

Does anyone have any idea how to connect the stock throttle cable to one of these throttle bodies? I bought the throttle bracket listed but its set too far back and I see no way of attaching the...
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,427
Posted By trumps2000

Re: confusion over fan shrouds

I already fabricated a full shroud with only an 1" distance from the face of the radiator, but the shroud itself is mounted to the radiator. I just wasn't sure how to mount the rad to the car.
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,427
Posted By trumps2000

Re: confusion over fan shrouds

I'm lucky, my father does HVAC for a living so he's got a full sheet metal shop. Right now the car has the mechanical fan setup. I have a new rad, and made my own shroud mounted to the radiator,...
Forum: Cooling
07-19-2012, 10:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,427
Posted By trumps2000

Re: confusion over fan shrouds

TreeFiddy thats exactly what I need to do! What gauge Aluminum did you use to fabricate that?
Forum: TBI
07-08-2012, 12:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 665
Posted By trumps2000

TBI Ports & Emissions

I'm converting my '85 LG4 from carb to TBI and want to retain my emissions equipment. I'm using a Holley Projection throttle body with only one timed vacuum port. It looks to me like the stock TBI...
Forum: TBI
05-24-2012, 04:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 518
Posted By trumps2000

EBL Datastream

Does anyone know where I can find info detailing whats in the EBL datastream? I've been toying with the idea making my own digital gauges using the 'S" terminal.

-Ken
Forum: TBI
05-13-2012, 10:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 621
Posted By trumps2000

Re: What to do about a warped base?

I take it back it looks like the 1/4" phenolic spacer I just bought is warped. I guess when I install everything I'll check it with a flashlight and the blades open? What do you think?
Forum: TBI
05-13-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 621
Posted By trumps2000

What to do about a warped base?

I just noticed the base on my Projection TBI unit is slightly warped where I believe it won't seal. Anyone have any idea what I can do to fix it. Or where do you recommend I send it?
Forum: Cooling
03-30-2012, 10:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 747
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Questions for those running the Tbird Fan assm

Heya Dixie, I Ordered a 16" Zirgo, cuz the price was right, I'll see how it works once, I get it installed. I hope the 105A alternator works. Where'd you get it rebuilt?
Forum: TBI
03-26-2012, 02:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 831
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Did the Auto Trans Come With A.I.R?

Apeiron, My car is 85, but my AIR system is 92. And '92 TBI stick shifts due need a vacuum connection. This was the substance of my question.
Forum: TBI
03-26-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 831
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Did the Auto Trans Come With A.I.R?

Apeiron, Not true, I know the computer controls it, but I also know my car needed vacuum to operate it, as did a lot of cars. My confusion is that '92 auto TBI didn't, but the '92 manual does.
Forum: TBI
03-25-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 831
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Did the Auto Trans Come With A.I.R?

So yours had no AIR system? I thought that was weird.
Forum: TBI
03-25-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 831
Posted By trumps2000

Did the Auto Trans Come With A.I.R?

I'm converting my LG4 over to TBI, I got the serp and AIR systems off a 92. My car is manual, and Chilton's vacuum diagrams left out AIR system on the 92 auto, so either the auto has no AIR system...
Forum: Cooling
02-27-2012, 02:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 747
Posted By trumps2000

Questions for those running the Tbird Fan assm

I hear the Tbird fan assembly is a nice inexpensive upgrade. Right now I have a manual fan and am exploring this option. How did you mount it? If its a 2speed, which speed did you settle on?
Forum: TBI
01-09-2012, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,034
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Where to buy ECM connector pins

Perfect thanks!
Forum: TBI
01-09-2012, 02:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,034
Posted By trumps2000

Where to buy ECM connector pins

I just bought an EBL and need to modify the harness. Does anyone know where to buy new ECM pins?

-Ken
Forum: TBI
01-03-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,288
Posted By trumps2000

Re: holley 4bbl tbi unit...

But Ronny this is the TBI forum!

I'm sure he's moved on to bigger and better things, but I'm interested in finding out how far he got. I'm putting together a TBI system with 4bbl and EBL, but...
Forum: TBI
12-30-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,288
Posted By trumps2000

Re: holley 4bbl tbi unit...

Hey dimented, Were you able to get this to work?
Forum: Carburetors
10-17-2011, 09:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,612
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Fuel press too high: Mallory 4309 reg/140 pump

From what I've heard you can't use a high pressure (TPI) pump in a carb'd car, it'd overpower your regulator (at least at 12-14.5V). Try looking for an adjustable power supply to drop the voltage. ...
Forum: TBI
06-08-2011, 03:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 872
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Painless harness missing the IAT plug?

Good info thanks RFMaster! I bought a used Holley Projection unit that includes the IAT, but was surprised to see that the harness didn't include the pigtail, despite being advertised with it on...
Forum: TBI
06-08-2011, 01:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 872
Posted By trumps2000

Painless harness missing the IAT plug?

I'm acquiring parts to swap from carb to TBI, and I just bought a Painless 60101 harness, but found it doesn't include the IAT. Didn't the TBI versions of our cars come with IATs?

Rbob, If you're...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-25-2011, 06:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,017
Posted By trumps2000

Re: EBL FLASH,HOLLEY 670 TBI UNIT,MSD DISTRIBUTOR

I don't know, he never replied to my PM.
Forum: Exhaust
04-18-2011, 09:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 854
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Doooh!

I feel better knowing that I had an extra two quarts, not cutting it to close.
Forum: Carburetors
09-21-2010, 09:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,612
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Fuel press too high: Mallory 4309 reg/140 pump

Yea, I was considering buying a fuel pump controller, but when I saw the price tag I thought about designing my own, or at least finding a cheap adjustable power supply. My problem is I'm under the...
Forum: Carburetors
09-20-2010, 08:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,612
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Fuel press too high: Mallory 4309 reg/140 pump

Hey 430 I think I have an idea. I'm going to find a power resistor to drop the voltage on the pump, so its not pushing so hard. I'll let you know how that works.
Forum: Carburetors
09-18-2010, 12:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,612
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Fuel press too high: Mallory 4309 reg/140 pump

I'm running Summit's version of a Holley Blue pump. I think its overkill, but I thought I'd be safe. I might have to jump down to the Red too. What about the spring and plunger in the pump, would...
Forum: Carburetors
09-17-2010, 06:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,612
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Fuel press too high: Mallory 4309 reg/140 pump

Hey 430 any progress with this? I just tried my system with 4309 and stock lines for the first time and have the same problem.
Forum: Carburetors
07-15-2010, 10:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 673
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Making a new CCC harness

Great info to have thanks Dan!
Forum: Carburetors
07-15-2010, 07:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 673
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Making a new CCC harness

Thanks man, but the harness is 25yrs old. I want to use new wire, connect up some add-ons, and reroute some things as well.
Forum: Carburetors
07-14-2010, 09:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 673
Posted By trumps2000

Making a new CCC harness

It seems noone makes a new harness for our cars, so I'm going to try to rewire it. Does anyone know how to remove the pins from the ECM connector? Also where is a good place to get the OEM colored...
Forum: TBI
07-09-2010, 09:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 773
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Part number for Walbro 255

I thought it'd be nice to use if I decide to go TBI in the future.
Forum: TBI
07-08-2010, 11:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 773
Posted By trumps2000

Part number for Walbro 255

I want to use a TBI sender with Walbro 255 pump to feed my carb. Are the pumps one size fits all? Whats the part # to look for?
Forum: Carburetors
06-24-2010, 07:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 698
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Possible to fit 3/8" return line?

Hey Camaronewbie what pump are you running? If I'm going to drop the tank I wanna do it right and drop in a Walbro 255 so I won't run out of fuel with future upgrades, but I wanna make sure it won't...
Forum: Brakes
06-24-2010, 07:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 601
Posted By trumps2000

Re: Can't lock the fronts

I tried bedding but it didn't get me anywhere. I remember when I first bed them the car stopped much harder. I'm thinking maybe my booster is on its way out. Maybe its giving me pressure, but not...
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