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Tech / General Engine
01-20-2004, 03:17 AM
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Roller Pushrods
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991
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Well thats my problem I am using S/A rockers and...
Well thats my problem I am using S/A rockers and they are rubbing on the retainers. I think the ridges where the roller hits the valve is letting it too far down on the valve retainers.
Brian...
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Tech / General Engine
01-19-2004, 08:19 PM
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Roller Pushrods
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Roller Pushrods
Hey all what is the difference between the pushrods used in the Corvette L98 with the guide plates and the L98 (iron heads) with roller cam and no guide plates. I understand any time we use plates we...
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Tech / General Engine
01-15-2004, 08:17 PM
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Anyone use toulene?
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Brian Felts
We have a Turbo Trans Am and the guys on...
We have a Turbo Trans Am and the guys on Turbobuick.com use xylene and marvels mystery oil mix. We have done this and seen how it can take knock out of a motor quick. I don't know the mixing ratios...
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Tech / General Engine
01-13-2004, 04:44 PM
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Alum. Heads and Plugs
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386
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Brian Felts
Alum. Heads and Plugs
Hey this is my first set of Alum. heads. Do I need any anti seize on the plug threads?
THanks
Brian Felts
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Tech / General Engine
01-12-2004, 03:50 PM
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Vette Heads & Pushrods
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374
Posted By
Brian Felts
Yeah Ede that was what I was thinking but did the...
Yeah Ede that was what I was thinking but did the IROC roller 350 have hardened ones with out plates they keep saying stock for stock they are the same as the vette. I can tell you one thing the push...
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Tech / General Engine
01-12-2004, 03:33 PM
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Vette Heads & Pushrods
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374
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Vette Heads & Pushrods
Hey all I am installing a set of 113 vette heads on my TPI. I have a question, did GM use hardened pushrods on these motors with the guideplates? I can't seem to find anything that says that they...
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TPI
12-30-2003, 03:53 PM
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Hotcam and hydraulic lifters
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Brian Felts
YES 1000% you need the roller lifters, if you...
YES 1000% you need the roller lifters, if you have a 1989 block it will have them in it and can be reused. Make sure they go back in the same bore. You will be very happy with the swap.
Brian
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TPI
12-23-2003, 07:12 PM
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Hotcam, ported heads/intake, headers L98 back up and running.
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Brian Felts
I get 14" of Vac. at idle with a hot cam and a BG...
I get 14" of Vac. at idle with a hot cam and a BG 650 DP. I got about 19" with the standard LT4 cam. I love the hot cam with the carb and I bet the TPI will help out the small loss of low end. I am...
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TPI
12-19-2003, 03:41 PM
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305 buildup
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550
Posted By
Brian Felts
Now there are some good ideas. I have ran with...
Now there are some good ideas. I have ran with many modified 5.0 mustangs in my 305 TPI convertible, all I did was full exhaust NO cats 3.23 4 gen rear. LT4 cam, 1.6 rockers, air foil, AFPR ,gutted ...
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TPI
12-19-2003, 11:20 AM
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305 buildup
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550
Posted By
Brian Felts
Every reply is JUST GET A 350...........I am with...
Every reply is JUST GET A 350...........I am with ya dude. I want to see how far I can take my 305 also. I think that would be an excellent combo however watch the compression with the NOS. I have...
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TPI
12-16-2003, 06:08 PM
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EGR Block off
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Brian Felts
EGR Block off
Hey all I am in the process of building a 305 in my daily driver Convertible. I am using the L98 Vette heads #113 with no egr. I have no emissions so I need to know where I can get a block off plate....
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Tech / General Engine
12-12-2003, 07:13 AM
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are all 350 knock sensors the same?
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Brian Felts
I THINK but not sure the LT4 knock sensor was a...
I THINK but not sure the LT4 knock sensor was a little less sensitive? A little better unit.
Brian
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TPI
12-07-2003, 02:57 PM
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TPI Throttle bodys
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490
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Brian Felts
they list the aftermarket ones for 88 and back...
they list the aftermarket ones for 88 and back then 89 up.
Thanks
Brian
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TPI
12-07-2003, 02:53 PM
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TPI Throttle bodys
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490
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Brian Felts
TPI Throttle bodys
What is the difference between the 85 to 88 throttle bodys from th 89 up units.
Thanks
Brian Felts
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TPI
12-06-2003, 03:13 AM
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intial timming ?
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585
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Brian Felts
I was assuming he was running a stock chip with...
I was assuming he was running a stock chip with my suggestions.
Brian
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TPI
12-05-2003, 08:41 PM
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intial timming ?
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585
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Brian Felts
I have one word for you TORQUE! Yeah I think you...
I have one word for you TORQUE! Yeah I think you will have a good combo. The timing I run on my LT4 305 is about 8* with a stock chip. I run 16* on my carb 355. The alum heads will allow you to run...
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TPI
12-05-2003, 08:19 PM
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intial timming ?
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Brian Felts
6* is stock for a TPI, that would be a good...
6* is stock for a TPI, that would be a good starting point until you get everything right. I have seen people run as much a 10* but you have to run higher octaine gas and watch out for knock.
...
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Tech / General Engine
12-05-2003, 02:02 PM
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l98 head gaskets
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Brian Felts
l98 head gaskets
Hey is there a specific head gasket used withe the L98/zz4 alum. heads. I had the fel-pro gaskets looked up and they came back the same gasket.
Thanks
Brian Felts
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TPI
12-02-2003, 03:45 PM
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52mm Throttlebody
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1,724
Posted By
Brian Felts
jamesbob02 my 355 is a deamon carbed Vortec...
jamesbob02 my 355 is a deamon carbed Vortec headed LT4 Hot cam 89 RS. Let me tell you for a fairly cheap 350 it will run. I use the 305 TPI convertible for my daily driver. Check out my pages and...
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TPI
12-02-2003, 03:41 PM
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52mm Throttlebody
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Brian Felts
Sweet thanks again for the input, let me tell you...
Sweet thanks again for the input, let me tell you a little more of what I have done already. I know its only a 305 however I have a radical 350 in another 3rd gen.
I have already taken down...
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TPI
12-02-2003, 02:13 PM
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52mm Throttlebody
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Well I could ride with the base being a...
Well I could ride with the base being a restriction,what would be a good base and where would I find it?
Brian
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TPI
12-02-2003, 03:19 AM
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52mm Throttlebody
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Brian Felts
Yeah makes sense, any other mods you suggest to...
Yeah makes sense, any other mods you suggest to help out the TPI. I have AFPR, air foil,coolant bypass full exhaust and removal of all smog.
Brian
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TPI
12-01-2003, 06:58 PM
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52mm Throttlebody
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Brian Felts
Yes I have read that many times. Do you guys...
Yes I have read that many times. Do you guys really think its true. I will say I am more of a carb guy so I really trust your opinions. Do you have any other ideas if I keep my TB?
Brian Felts
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TPI
12-01-2003, 06:49 PM
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52mm Throttlebody
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1,724
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Brian Felts
I Was kinda going to the BBK since it seems to be...
I Was kinda going to the BBK since it seems to be the cheaper one. Any input on that. The car has full exhaust from front to back and NO Cats. I am going with SLP runners ZZ4 cam and ZZ4 heads on my...
Forum:
TPI
12-01-2003, 06:20 PM
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45
52mm Throttlebody
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1,724
Posted By
Brian Felts
Tell me where did you find this piece for...
Tell me where did you find this piece for $300.00
Thanks
Brian Felts
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
11-29-2003, 04:30 PM
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Cam selection
Views:
658
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Brian Felts
I see however the specs that GM is giving has the...
I see however the specs that GM is giving has the LT4 below the Ram Jet however the LT4 was under rated by big numbers. It ran with the LT5 (zr1) in everyting but top end MPH.
I got the Ram jet...
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Tech / General Engine
11-29-2003, 04:10 PM
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Cam selection
Views:
658
Posted By
Brian Felts
Well it depends on your idea of fast. I have...
Well it depends on your idea of fast. I have beaten many 302 mustangs just like it sets. LOL However the RAM JET cam is smaller than the LT4 that is in it now. However when you figure in the 1.6...
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Tech / General Engine
11-29-2003, 03:29 PM
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Cam selection
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658
Posted By
Brian Felts
Tires are 245/50 and its got a 2000 stall B&M...
Tires are 245/50 and its got a 2000 stall B&M converter in it. I like the lt4 cam. I was just looking for a little more out of the mouse. My 350 with the hot Cam and Vortec heads idles at 1000 rpm...
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Tech / General Engine
11-29-2003, 02:55 PM
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14
Cam selection
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658
Posted By
Brian Felts
I have the full exhaust and 3:23 posi from a 99...
I have the full exhaust and 3:23 posi from a 99 T/A. I drive the car every day so I don't want to go too far with the gears.
Thanks
Brian Felts
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TPI
11-29-2003, 08:19 AM
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52mm Throttlebody
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Brian Felts
52mm Throttlebody
Where is the best place to purchase a 52 mm throttlebody. What is the best one to get for the money
Brian Felts
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
11-29-2003, 07:59 AM
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Cam selection
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658
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Brian Felts
Keep it warm and cozy until the **** comes back...
Keep it warm and cozy until the **** comes back :p I wrote that wrong sorry!! Its my winter project. I have my RS 355 done and need something to keep my hands busy. I have driven a lot of cars and...
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Tech / General Engine
11-29-2003, 07:27 AM
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Cam selection
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658
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Brian Felts
Cam selection
Hey all I am building my 305 TPI convertible for the winter and looking to wake up the 305. (I already have a 350 car this is my daily driver) I have the zz4 heads coming I don't know what cam I...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
11-29-2003, 07:22 AM
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Diff between Tappet and Roller lifter springs
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2,096
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Brian Felts
Roller springs are able to handle the quicker...
Roller springs are able to handle the quicker snap of the ramps of the roller cam. The lobes on a roller cam have faster ramps.
Brian Felts
Forum:
Body
11-26-2003, 03:55 PM
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37
A few question about what paint to use
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2,271
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Brian Felts
THat is very true.........the tech sheet will...
THat is very true.........the tech sheet will tell you that if you sand the base you will have to reshoot the base for that spot again. You will find it hard to mess up the base. It does not need a...
Forum:
TPI
11-24-2003, 07:50 PM
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8
Kinda stumped...
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496
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Brian Felts
Do you have a scan tool or are you getting any...
Do you have a scan tool or are you getting any SES lights? Sure the plug wires are on the correct plugs? I really doubt the fuel pump is the problem. Maybe go back and check your TPS voltage and...
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Body
11-24-2003, 07:47 PM
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A few question about what paint to use
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Brian Felts
StealthElephant; I use only PPG however Dupont...
StealthElephant; I use only PPG however Dupont has a excellent product BASF Martin Senour and Glasruit. These are all excellent products however they all have their cheaper lines. I think it all...
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Body
11-24-2003, 07:44 PM
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A few question about what paint to use
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Brian Felts
If you use any base coat clear coat systems that...
If you use any base coat clear coat systems that PPG offers the tech sheets will tell you that you do not need a flex agent. Enamel is the low end of paint if you use a hardner in it you can sand and...
Forum:
Body
11-24-2003, 05:54 PM
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A few question about what paint to use
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2,271
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Brian Felts
I did a dakota that was chiping like that and...
I did a dakota that was chiping like that and sanded away all of the lose paint and used a good spot filler sanded it flat and primed away. You are welcome to view the work at my web page.
...
Forum:
Body
11-24-2003, 05:44 PM
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37
A few question about what paint to use
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2,271
Posted By
Brian Felts
No there is no need to strip the car just because...
No there is no need to strip the car just because it was painted in California. The true problem with the paint is chips and scratches letting water under the paint and it lifting. If there is...
Forum:
TPI
11-24-2003, 02:21 PM
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Hot Cam TPI
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539
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Brian Felts
Hot Cam TPI
Hey all I am going to start on my 305 TPI Convert. for the winter project. I am going to use ZZ4 heads. The question is how would the Hot Cam work with the TPI & 305. I have headers , full cat back...
Forum:
Body
11-24-2003, 02:18 PM
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A few question about what paint to use
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2,271
Posted By
Brian Felts
No you can cover bare metal with epoxy primer. ...
No you can cover bare metal with epoxy primer. Then go with the K36. You should never paint below 50*f, the reducer you use will have to match the temp of the room. I can't imagine that there is...
Forum:
Body
11-22-2003, 06:38 PM
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A few question about what paint to use
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2,271
Posted By
Brian Felts
Check out the tech sheets on the PPG, if you use...
Check out the tech sheets on the PPG, if you use BC/CC you will not need a flex additive. Also take note if using BC/CC Omni it mixes 1 to 1 if you use DBU it mixes 1 part paint to 1 1/2 reducer. You...
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Tech / General Engine
11-22-2003, 06:18 PM
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LS1 Aluminum shaft
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468
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Brian Felts
LS1 Aluminum shaft
Hey all will a ls1 aluminum driveshaft fit my 89 IROC?
Thanks
Brian Felts
Forum:
Body
11-18-2003, 05:42 PM
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4
Bumpers
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473
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Brian Felts
Bumpers
Hey all I was wondering where would be a good place to get a set of front and back bumpers?
Brian Felts
Forum:
Car Audio
11-17-2003, 01:52 PM
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6x9's in a convertible
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495
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Brian Felts
Well I am using the Infinity kappa component set...
Well I am using the Infinity kappa component set in the back. I had a small problem with the depth. There is very little room behind them.
Brian
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
11-14-2003, 08:04 PM
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Brake Caliper
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494
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Brian Felts
Well cross your fingers for me. I may need it. ...
Well cross your fingers for me. I may need it.
Brian
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Suspension and Chassis
11-14-2003, 05:08 PM
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Brake Caliper
Views:
494
Posted By
Brian Felts
Good news about the caliper price.........do they...
Good news about the caliper price.........do they also stock the brake line or will they have to order both.
Thanks
Brian
Forum:
Car Audio
11-14-2003, 01:46 PM
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Ebay sub enclosure, anyone have any experience?
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1,148
Posted By
Brian Felts
I will say one thing........its never a good...
I will say one thing........its never a good thing on E-Bay when a seller has to keep their feedback private.
Brian
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
11-14-2003, 10:48 AM
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Brake Caliper
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494
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Brian Felts
Brake Caliper
Hey all quick question, I did a complete brake job yesterday. Turned rotors, new pads and bleed the brakes. Now my driver side will not turn at all. I can step on it and its locked. The passender...
Forum:
Body
11-07-2003, 08:27 AM
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name that paint
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496
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Brian Felts
Yeah it would look good! I would take the pic...
Yeah it would look good! I would take the pic down to a local paint supply house and see if you can get it matched up. I have had very good paint matching with PPG.
Brian Felts
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