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Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
06-11-2012, 11:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,059
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: parting out 1985 trans am

Payment sent.

Thanks.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
06-10-2012, 11:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,059
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: parting out 1985 trans am

Interested in the radio pod. Thanks.
Forum: Members Camaros
01-24-2012, 08:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,436
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: Firemist Orange

Looks good.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-18-2012, 08:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,040
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: China SS hood insert from Hawks

I like how he's trying to help us in an insulting way.....Nazi's?? Seriously?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-18-2012, 07:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,040
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: China SS hood insert from Hawks

I'd first like to thank Mr. 01 for recognizing my intellect for what it is. Thanks. My mom always said I was special.

For the record I'm not defending Hawks either but I have purchased from them...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-18-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,040
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: China SS hood insert from Hawks

Bingo. IMO there's a place for everything. He's already posted this on LS1 tech and Camaro Z28. Posting this here is just to try and force a response from the vendor.

Pillsbry10 -...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-18-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,040
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: China SS hood insert from Hawks

Whooo Hoooo! Doing a Google search on my screen name yielded 312,000 results! I win.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-18-2012, 05:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,040
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: China SS hood insert from Hawks

Just want to make sure I'm following this right....you joined the site several months ago, own a red 2001 (4th gen) Camaro SS with an automatic trans and chose to make your first contribution to a...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-18-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,995
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: 2.8V6 swap to a 4.3 Vortec. Any tips or suggestions??

So, hook the lines up correctly and all should be fine. Worked on plenty of them. Not quite sure what your trying to say here. As far as a 2.8 to 4.3 my tip would be DON'T do it. Waste of time and...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-18-2011, 05:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,995
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: 2.8V6 swap to a 4.3 Vortec. Any tips or suggestions??

What? Your referring to a CPI.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-04-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,145
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: LT1 Identification question

L99 4.3L (265 cube) V8. The "baby LT1" came in the 4th generation Caprice.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
08-23-2010, 08:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,710
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: C4 ZR1 wheels on 88 GTA.

I've ordered from OE Wheels a few times. Always great people to do business with. I know Scott has been on this site as of late. I'd personally like to see them selling the C6 Z06 Spyder wheels. I'm...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-24-2006, 12:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,922
Posted By TwiSSted

That is correct. The "mud" found is also...

That is correct.
The "mud" found is also normal.
Forum: Exhaust
05-24-2006, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By TwiSSted

Every stock LT1 I've ever seen has a 153 tooth...

Every stock LT1 I've ever seen has a 153 tooth flexplate/flywheel. So I would doubt it's a LT1 piece. Full size trucks on the other hand use 168 tooth flexplates and have mini-starters. Either way...
Forum: Exhaust
05-16-2006, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,211
Posted By TwiSSted

I'll get something posted in a few days. I've...

I'll get something posted in a few days. I've been real busy at work this week and have class till wednesday. I ordered a Flowmaster dual 2.5" into a single 3.5" y-pipe and a 3.5" oval Dynatech...
Forum: Exhaust
05-15-2006, 03:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,211
Posted By TwiSSted

I'll take some pics for you. I finished the...

I'll take some pics for you. I finished the headers today. Now I just need to paint and install so I can make the rest of the exhaust. I'm going to do a 2.5" Y-pipe into 3.5".
Forum: Exhaust
05-14-2006, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,211
Posted By TwiSSted

Actually I'm in the process of modifying a pair...

Actually I'm in the process of modifying a pair of Edelbrock headers for a Monte Carlo to fit my 87' Bird with L98 D-Port Corvette heads. Besides being a different shape, the d-ports are raised. I...
Forum: South East Region
02-10-2006, 09:22 PM
Replies: 1,327
Views: 91,401
Posted By TwiSSted

It seems every year Moroso gets worse. Track...

It seems every year Moroso gets worse. Track prep never seems to be consistant and I think they forget they even have VHT.
Forum: South East Region
02-10-2006, 09:16 PM
Replies: 1,327
Views: 91,401
Posted By TwiSSted

Shagwell......Alva is an intersting little town....

Shagwell......Alva is an intersting little town. If you sneeze you'll miss it. :D Pass though it all the time on my way to visit my grand father in Punta Gorda.
Forum: TPI
02-10-2006, 09:09 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,053
Posted By TwiSSted

The original motor in my 'Bird had 203,000 on it...

The original motor in my 'Bird had 203,000 on it when I bought it. It might have gone longer but I didn't give it the chance. :D
Forum: TPI
01-19-2006, 06:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 912
Posted By TwiSSted

I'm amazed at how much some of those cars sell...

I'm amazed at how much some of those cars sell for. It almost seems that people are willing to pay through the nose JUST because it's being sold through Barrett-Jackson. I go to the auction every...
Forum: Body
01-18-2006, 05:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,760
Posted By TwiSSted

I second that statement ( or third, fourht...

I second that statement ( or third, fourht ect..).
I used 3" adapters on my M.C. SS to fit ZR1 wheels under it and NEVER had a problem. Thats with daily driving and hitting the drag strip atleast 3...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-18-2006, 05:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,307
Posted By TwiSSted

According to the chart the 36mm Vette17x11 need a...

According to the chart the 36mm Vette17x11 need a 1.25" spacer for a 3rd gen and the 50mm vette 17x11 needs a 2". I find that odd since a friend of mine has 36mm offset Vette grand sport wheels on...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-18-2006, 11:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,307
Posted By TwiSSted

You'd need in the neighborhood of a 2.75-3.00"...

You'd need in the neighborhood of a 2.75-3.00" spacer to get them on.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-18-2006, 11:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 593
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: A guide for what tires fit what wheels?

You could look at www.tirerack.com

If you do a basic tire size seach, for example a 245/50r16 it'll pull up all tire available in that size. Select one of the tires--in this case I'll select the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-18-2006, 11:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 642
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: Monte Carlo Wheels ?????????

Third Gens (like most GM intermediate size) use a 5 x 4.75" spacing. The 95 Monte Carlo uses a 5 x 115mm spacing. So no they won't fit.

You would need adapters to correct the lug pattern and get...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-16-2006, 06:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 499
Posted By TwiSSted

STB opinions

I'm making my own strut tower brace. My question is....how important is it to tie in the stb to the firewall? Making a couple of extra bars and a mount is no big deal but I'm not going to bother if...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
01-16-2006, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 285
Posted By TwiSSted

That's what I figured. All I have is buildable...

That's what I figured. All I have is buildable cores. G/L




Rob
Forum: South East Region
01-13-2006, 06:43 PM
Replies: 1,327
Views: 91,401
Posted By TwiSSted

West Palm Beach checking in. Rob

West Palm Beach checking in.

Rob
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
01-13-2006, 06:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 285
Posted By TwiSSted

Are you looking for a re-buildable core or an...

Are you looking for a re-buildable core or an engine ready to install? I'm assuming something ready to go?
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-13-2006, 07:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By TwiSSted

I've seen the ads but I'm not taking that large...

I've seen the ads but I'm not taking that large of a loss on them. I'd rather let them rust.
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-12-2006, 05:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 492
Posted By TwiSSted

TTT----before I list on ebay.

TTT----before I list on ebay.
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-12-2006, 05:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By TwiSSted

TTT----before I list on ebay.

TTT----before I list on ebay.
Forum: TPI
01-11-2006, 11:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,780
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: ZZ4 Hotcam ***/bad choice

OEM LT4 engines in Corvettes are 350 cube motors. Why someone would say that the LT4 heads and intake are too big for a 350 is odd.
The LT4 Hot Cam Kit was designed for......a 350. So saying that...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-11-2006, 11:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 492
Posted By TwiSSted

Used ZZ4 Camshaft

Used GM Performance Parts ZZ4 Roller Camshaft

Lift .474 intake/.510 exhaust w/1.5:1 rockers
Duration @ .050" 208* intake/221* exhaust
112 Centerline

This camshaft has approx 8,000 miles on...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-11-2006, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By TwiSSted

Forged Eagle H-Beam C-Rods

PN# CRSC000B3D
6.0" Forged H-Beam Connecting Rods
New, never installed/used.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a259/twissted350/eaglerods3.jpg
...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
01-10-2006, 09:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 373
Posted By TwiSSted

Sorry, I didn't get the PM notice. Yes, I still...

Sorry, I didn't get the PM notice. Yes, I still have it.
Forum: TPI
01-09-2006, 06:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 475
Posted By TwiSSted

What are you installing this engine into? I'm...

What are you installing this engine into? I'm going to assume the 99 S-10? If so then yes there are some issues with S-10 V8 headders and L98 aluminum heads. I have a pair of Sanderson 1 3/4 s-10...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
01-08-2006, 08:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 328
Posted By TwiSSted

I have a few 4 bolt main blocks, all one piece...

I have a few 4 bolt main blocks, all one piece rear main with roller cam provisions. I also have cranks, PM rods, and one pair of Vortec heads.

Let me know if your interested.
Also, I'm in Palm...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
01-08-2006, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 373
Posted By TwiSSted

I have a new LT4 hot cam, CAM ONLY. Let me know...

I have a new LT4 hot cam, CAM ONLY. Let me know if your interseted. $150.00 plus shipping from South Florida.
Forum: TPI
01-08-2006, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 475
Posted By TwiSSted

Re: Need cam and head help...

IMO for what your looking for I'd go with Aluminum L98 Corvette heads. You should be able to find a pair for a reasonable price. They flow fairly well, easily ported, alot less weight then iron and...
Forum: TPI
01-08-2006, 07:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,199
Posted By TwiSSted

I'm almost 100% sure that Crane makes most of (if...

I'm almost 100% sure that Crane makes most of (if not all) of GM Performance cams. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.

Crane PN# 119841

234*/242* @ .050" .539"/.588" lift 3,000-6,500 RPM...
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