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Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-23-2018, 06:49 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 41,679
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: 82-92 F-body 1/4 mile times list

https://youtu.be/EkoPLRFZsEU
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-23-2018, 06:46 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 41,679
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: 82-92 F-body 1/4 mile times list

Vehicle

* Year and type of car :86 Camaro
* Engine 427 LS (RHS Block)
* Transmission Rossler 4L80E
* Tire used during the pass (size, brand, model) 275 Drag Radial MT
* Weight without driver...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-12-2016, 07:20 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Had a really good year with the car!

Made it through Drag Week with a 8.6 Avarage ended up 4th out of over 40cars in my class. Missed 3rd place by .003 sec Lol...

Just went down to Muncie...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-08-2016, 07:12 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Update........ Had a set of billet steel gears made for the pump.... if they work for me this year and the trans/pump holds up the gears will be able to be purchased through Rossler Racing...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-12-2015, 02:02 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Well had a decent beginning of the year up till about 2wks before actual Drag week.
Had a track rental at US 131 where I could dial in the 60' which has been awful... 1.58 best...
So slowly went up...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-23-2014, 06:43 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Thanks guys!

I'll keep up with you Orr on FaceBook... Good luck this weekend!!!!!

Looks like your car is still doing great with the I6 in it Roc! I'd like to put one of those engines in...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-22-2014, 09:15 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

A few from Drag Week:


http://www.michaelrenz.com/upload/files/DWLaunch.jpg

http://www.michaelrenz.com/upload/files/InterviewJPG.jpg

http://www.michaelrenz.com/upload/files/DWBigCheif.jpg
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-20-2014, 07:00 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Not had much time to play on the internet and forums... Sorry...

Update from this year... Didn't do much until close to Drag Week.

Had a successfull Drag Week dependability wise... but went...
Forum: Power Adders
10-20-2014, 06:46 AM
Replies: 855
Views: 217,422
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Twin Turbo 400 Buildup- '89 Iroc-Z

It's a challange all the way through... I ende up doing Drag Week and found that I needed new tires... Just spun in 1st the entire week... Pretty darn frustrating... Car did great other than the no...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-06-2014, 06:50 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 18,960
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Got an LS1 Third Gen? Come on in!

Here is a few more pictures and stuff... It's been pretty dependable so far .. Drive around town and to the tracks (almost 200mi round trip)
Last fall went 9.80@147mph with no launch on pump gas and...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-25-2014, 05:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,531
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: LS1 Swap/ Now I can't figure out the windshield wiper motor wiring

Sorry.. did get the car back a couple weeks ago...

Here's the pictures... Looks like I cut the stock nissan arm and welded it to my 3d gen arm... motor pretty much just bolts in stock location....
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-01-2014, 04:03 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Thanks again to Alex at www.TrickChassis.com for doing some great work on the rear end set up... This will allow the car to really put the power down!
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-27-2014, 07:12 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Honestly the Cast Iron holdls the heat in better and from everyone I've talked to makes about 100hp more than a header... (Heat loss)

Plus headers leak easier... the Iron is much more stable of a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-23-2014, 05:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,531
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: LS1 Swap/ Now I can't figure out the windshield wiper motor wiring

Honestly It was a freak accident... Lol...

I had a 89 Maxima that was my daily driver... I put a stock GN turbo on it for fun.. then chaned it to a TA49 which is one above that... stock GN IC with...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-23-2014, 05:30 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

I'll be picking the car up Saturday.... I have to re-make a lot of my exhaust. It'll be almost the same as it was... just have to re-route it some.... I'll take some pictures when it's up on the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-20-2014, 12:08 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 47,230
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: HAWKS 408ci LSX Twin Turbo Convertible Formula Build w/ Pics

The engine bay and header/turbo placement is great... Very nice work..

The intercooler pipes and layout for the cold side could have been thought out a bit better... A lot could change and be...
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-20-2014, 11:56 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Fab 9 and stock location suspension along with anti roll bar is all done.. I go pick it up this weekend!
Then to finish my list before the Street Car shootout in Oklahoma in April!
~Scott
...
Forum: Power Adders
12-17-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,672
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: TT 4.3 build worth it?

Chevy 4 3 Brodix Intake Manifold | eBay

Depending on what heads your going with... (The little brody's) are what I did have at one time. would work with this ... or convert it to Vortec.
Either...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-17-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

With the mild tune up in it now with only 12.5deg of timing and 11.5AFR's and hitting 147mph with 11-12psi of max boost and leaving soft I think there's a 8.9- in the car with just 93pump gas and a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-16-2013, 06:46 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Thanks Cam..... I'm trying to make it bullet proof... I've learned from the last two DragWeek's I've been on NEVER to plan on it being a smooth trip.

I had a camshaft sensor gear (Like a dizzy...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-13-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

It should hold For you.... What I'm doing is honestly OverKill ... But when your on Drag Week and can't be breaking parts it's worth putting it stuff that just should not break.
The last thing...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-13-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Just finished installing a Strange Eng. large front bearing housing,
Then removed the Detroit Locker (35spline)
Installed a Light Weight 40spline spool.

The Fab 9 is almost finished.
I'll...
Forum: Engine Swap
12-08-2013, 07:49 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 17,601
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Post your unique/unusual engine swap!

Was here: Buick Grand National Swap....
But have changed to the LSX swap.. (not all that uncommon anymore)
427cid with single 98mm turbo/4L80E/3:25 gear/Fab 9 Trick Chassis Rear setup.

Old:...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-03-2013, 12:11 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

I agree completly....

If a street car drove there with out a trailer... pays for plates and insurance why would it not be safer on a track with medical staff there and no cross traffic?
I've...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-03-2013, 08:10 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

That should take you to 10.0 which you'll be below that with no problem... Ah big decision time.. unless you have a lax track that lets things slide...

The cage is a pain to a extent but if your...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-02-2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Is there a cage in your car at all yet?:huh:

A roll bar (Not continuing on above you to front window) will take you to 10.0

Full cage (above you down to front window) will go 8.49

Add the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-01-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

It's a 9.5-1 Engine Neil..... I will miss the little V6 too but it's down in the Mustang "Bustang" and It's around all summer and I drive it quite a bit. (As on Drag Week this year)
So it's not all...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-25-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Thanks Orr.....

I plan on just setting it up to run 8.50's this year. Be a mix of 93 and race fuel on I'm guessing 18-20psi.
I think between the suspension getting done... the launch control...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-25-2013, 05:36 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

After calling around and searching I found a place closer to me for the Rear end setup. Taking the car up there this week and dropping it off. (if no snow I'll just drive it up.)
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-22-2013, 05:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,531
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: LS1 Swap/ Now I can't figure out the windshield wiper motor wiring

I'm not sure if you can see it very well in this video but I can also take some pictures of it at home this weekend if you need me to...
It bolts right in pretty much and is 1/4 of the size of that...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-21-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,531
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: LS1 Swap/ Now I can't figure out the windshield wiper motor wiring

I used a 89 Nissan Maxima Windshield wiper motor... Wired it in just to run on the low setting but it takes up NO room and is a direct bolt in .... except for one bolt hole you need to drill and put...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-19-2013, 06:42 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,449
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Starting restoration not sure which road to take

I'm here in Elkhart IN... (Right by South Bend) Top middle of state.

I see it has a LT in it now... My first Camaro was a Grey RS... I really like the 3'd gen's.

I won't even work on 4th...
Forum: Power Adders
11-18-2013, 04:13 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 19,843
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Procharger 3 core Intercooler 1/4 mile air temps results.

Those are some CRAZY high Intake air temps.

Getting some outside air to enter the supercharger is going to be critical.

The firebirds don't have a very good front end for air flow... That...
Forum: Power Adders
11-18-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,899
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: pics of a turbo project

Great job on the exhaust fab... that looks great...

A couple suggestions from working with the pipes on the cold side....

You can cut the radiator support and lower it down 2-3" to give you...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-18-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,449
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Starting restoration not sure which road to take

All very good advice above...

I would not tub the car!! No need.

If your going turbo you won't want any taller of a gear than a 3:50. (I run 3:25's)

Street driven a lot? Overdrive. The...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-18-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Freiburger and Finnegan are pretty cool cats... (agree with mopar lol) With the event growing in size and popularity every year it's tough to contain. There were 230 cars this year and being that...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-17-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Pike's Peak! Now that's a entire new level of crazy... Watched many of those guy's come close or go off the edge... I'd do it on a motor scooter that go's 30mph! Lol

The guys at Hot Rod do say...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-13-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Yep.. I was there Sunday for registration... it was hot.... I didn't make any test passes... Just dropped off truck and waited in line forever... Left for motel about 4pm... It was darn hot all...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-12-2013, 05:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,262
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: 5.3 truck acc. bracket HELP!

You need to shave the entire area below to the same level... (take material away)
So the plate will sit flat and you can use the same stock bolts. ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-12-2013, 04:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,797
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Using Factory LS1 Oil Pressure Sending Unit for Gauge

On the drivers side of your pan there should be a fitting with two bolts on it.... You can take that off... drill and tap for 1/8pipe (NPT) and put your stock 3d gen sending unit right
in there....
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-11-2013, 02:48 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

I really like Drag Week... Great group of guys/gals that go on it... Best event I've ever gone to (Twice now)
Once in 2009 In this car with V6... (Got the quickest six)
and this year in a Mustang...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-11-2013, 06:39 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

Thanks!

It took me a bit to dial in the Buick setup that was in the car before... I just went at it one pass at a time.... Watching plugs and Datalogs.... This is no different... same process...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-10-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 15,963
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Previous GN engine now 427LSX/98mm turbo

First Full Pass on car yesterday at US131 Drag Way...

9.84@147mph

Still on pump gas through the mufflers on wastegate spring only 10.8spring (was making about 12psi max)

Left the line...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-08-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 59,102
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: AutoRoc's Turbo Vortec 4200 I-6 Swap

Are you close to Martin MI? I'm heading up there tomorrow (Saturday) for test and tune it's from 11am till 6pm... 25.00 to run.

Last one of the year....

Keep up the good work!
~Scott
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-07-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 75,544
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: 86 IROC - LS 4.8, Truck Accessories, Megasquirt 2, GT45 Turbo! *Update: E85!*

I think the weather god's are on our side so far for this coming saturday... I'm planning on going and seeing if the chassis can handle some boost off the line and seeing what MPH it'll do on a full...
Forum: Power Adders
11-07-2013, 06:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 22,240
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Turbo Manifold(s) for LS motors in a Third Gen

Never seen that car before.... But mine's a Wagon and done totally different..

He is using a GN style turbo... I just happend to have two laying around and I've been into the V6 stuff a long time...
Forum: Power Adders
11-06-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 22,240
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Turbo Manifold(s) for LS motors in a Third Gen

Not sure who that is or what you mean by that?

Don't think anyone does stuff quite like I've done
It....
Forum: Power Adders
11-06-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 22,240
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Turbo Manifold(s) for LS motors in a Third Gen

Yep... Exactly....

I'm using the 2010 Camaro manifolds on my 67 Chevelle wagon with a stock 4.8L and two stock GN turbo's...

My Camaro did have a GN engine in it for around 7 years......
Forum: Power Adders
11-06-2013, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 22,240
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Turbo Manifold(s) for LS motors in a Third Gen

The manifolds are best for power and fit.... they hold more heat in than the headers so more of the exhaust energy is put to the turbo wheel instead of loosing it out a thin metal header.
Plus the...
Forum: Power Adders
11-06-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 22,240
Posted By UR50SLO

Re: Turbo Manifold(s) for LS motors in a Third Gen

Thanks... It's over in the LTX/LSX swap area

If you need more pictures shoot me a email
UR50SLO@aol.com
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