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Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
10-02-2001, 07:05 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 952
Posted By black5.7GTA

How about these numbers? 90 IROC-Z L98 4-A...

How about these numbers?

90 IROC-Z L98 4-A 3.23 0-60 5.8 1/4mile 14.4@97 245hp 345tq
91 SLP GTA L98 4-A 3.23 0-60 5.3 1/4mile 13.8@101 266hp 355tq
92 Formula LB9 5-M 3.42 0-60 6.0 1/4mile...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
09-26-2001, 01:10 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 952
Posted By black5.7GTA

Ive killed just about every LT1 I've...

Ive killed just about every LT1 I've raced,however from a dead stop I raced a auto Z once,he egged me on,so I punched it,spun like crazy and fishtailed,while he didn't even "squeal"his and pulled...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-26-2001, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

Well,I got it started last night...

Well,I got it started last night https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/smile.gifYesterday morning I bought a new lock cylinder(I beat the last reply)to at Discount($40)and had a locksmith come out.He...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-24-2001, 11:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

What about the starter relay?Looking at a...

What about the starter relay?Looking at a previous post,even with vats bypassed in the prom it said a vehicle still wont start unless the starter relay is also bypassed?If that is correct,how is that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2001, 02:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

if the bypass only works if the system is...

if the bypass only works if the system is functioning properly , why will a new prom with it by passed work?I am going to work on getting a new prom burnt from someone on the board any...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2001, 03:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

So,is it 100% it is my VATS being that the...

So,is it 100% it is my VATS being that the security light does not come on,and stays on after the initial try,also,Will a vats bypass Mid America sells for the corvette work on my car?I have an Ed...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2001, 01:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

Well,I went to dealership to check resistance on...

Well,I went to dealership to check resistance on key,the good news I didn't have to spend the $25 on a new key https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/smile.gif,the bad news,I still have a dead car...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2001, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

ttt

ttt
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-21-2001, 11:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

Thanks for the reply,but unfortuneately I already...

Thanks for the reply,but unfortuneately I already tried that with NP remover(no rubbing alcohol at friends house where I am stuck at https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gif (piece of cotton...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-21-2001, 08:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 542
Posted By black5.7GTA

VATS the problem?Please Help ASAP.

Okay,I knew like death it was just a matter of time, https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.giffor it to give me probs(and ruin a planned weekend https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/mad.gifIf I...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-12-2001, 12:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 393
Posted By black5.7GTA

I can back IROC5.7 up on this,a 96+ Cobra coupe...

I can back IROC5.7 up on this,a 96+ Cobra coupe is capable of a high 13 sec 1/4 with traps around 102-104 stock with a good driver and conditions.They can even get in the mid 13's with K&N and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-05-2001, 02:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 613
Posted By black5.7GTA

Anymore suggestions?

Anymore suggestions?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-04-2001, 01:42 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 973
Posted By black5.7GTA

IMO,that is a very good price for that car if...

IMO,that is a very good price for that car if thats all it needs.I wouldn't worry about it beings slow if it is tuned and the engine/tranny is in good shape.The dual cats and better air intake over...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-01-2001, 12:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 734
Posted By black5.7GTA

Moter Trend got 0-60 in 5.8 and 1/4mile 14.4@97...

Moter Trend got 0-60 in 5.8 and 1/4mile 14.4@97 out of a 3600lb 350 3.23 geared IROC coupe..They have been known to be even .2 faster.The auto Z's with 3.23'susually run high 5's 0-60's and low...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-01-2001, 12:02 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 973
Posted By black5.7GTA

Sorry to say this,but if you are comparing a...

Sorry to say this,but if you are comparing a stock 87 GTA which was the slowest of all the L98 powered cars because of the crappy air intake and weight,to an 87 LX 5.0 5spd sedan,the stang will kill...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-01-2001, 11:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 613
Posted By black5.7GTA

Okay,I tried the screwdriver trick again and...

Okay,I tried the screwdriver trick again and stuck it in between that little black box where the plug for the moter goes in and I got it loose https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/smile.gifso now...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-27-2001, 12:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 13,185
Posted By black5.7GTA

5.1 on G-Tech spinning through 1st,with a nice...

5.1 on G-Tech spinning through 1st,with a nice big "BARK"hitting 2nd.

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1990 Trans Am GTA,Black/Black Leather,350,auto 3.23,Dual Cats,
SLP Package,Fastchip,GSC's,Brand New Trans...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-27-2001, 12:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 613
Posted By black5.7GTA

I like that idea,but unfortuneately I'd like to...

I like that idea,but unfortuneately I'd like to keep my car original(besides light mods https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gifand I don't really have the time right now to scour the junk...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-21-2001, 09:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 613
Posted By black5.7GTA

Damn power hatch won't close.

This morning I opened my hatch with my key,it opened, but the damn moter started buzzing,and its now stuck in the down position https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/mad.gifI disconnected the plug,and...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-20-2001, 10:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 389
Posted By black5.7GTA

Doot,Doot,Doot,another (LT)1 bites the dust.

I really would't normally post such an easy kill,but after getting my a$$ handed to me by a souped up Supra,and semimodified NSX,(which however,I beat from a stop up to almost a 1/4)its good to get a...
Forum: TPI
07-20-2001, 09:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,144
Posted By black5.7GTA

stock L98 redline is 5500rpm. ...

stock L98 redline is 5500rpm.

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1990 Trans Am GTA,Black/Black Leather,350,auto 3.23,Dual Cats,
SLP Package,Fastchip,GSC's,Brand New Trans with Corvette 2400 stall,Servo/Shift...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-20-2001, 09:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 393
Posted By black5.7GTA

Thats about what a stock TBI auto with 2.73's...

Thats about what a stock TBI auto with 2.73's runs,and the 99+ 5spd stangs run high-mid 15's and about 4-5mph quicker.The TBI will probably beat them off the line,but sorry, If the stang drivers can...
Forum: TPI
07-20-2001, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,207
Posted By black5.7GTA

I have one on mine,looks stock,and felt an...

I have one on mine,looks stock,and felt an increase,especially on the highway.

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1990 Trans Am GTA,Black/Black Leather,350,auto 3.23,Dual Cats,
SLP Package,Fastchip,GSC's,Brand...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-20-2001, 05:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 969
Posted By black5.7GTA

Yup,that article is from 99.Its missing the...

Yup,that article is from 99.Its missing the Z06,which would then be #2,and 01 F-bodys which are slightly quicker,and would probably be right behind the Lotus.

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1990 Trans Am...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-18-2001, 06:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 509
Posted By black5.7GTA

90IROC-Zee,I think you are over estimating that...

90IROC-Zee,I think you are over estimating that stang,and underestimating the GTA.You are right,a 97 COUPE with 3.27's is a high 14 sec car,not a heavier(almost 200lbs)vert with the standard 2.73's(I...
Forum: TPI
07-18-2001, 05:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 421
Posted By black5.7GTA

SLP runners,a ported plenum,and an AFPR(50PSI...

SLP runners,a ported plenum,and an AFPR(50PSI from stock 48)really opened up my GTA's highway performance,and pulled stronger on the top end,with only a negligible loss in off idle throttle...
Forum: TPI
07-16-2001, 10:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 476
Posted By black5.7GTA

Nice choices.SLP catback,and Ed Wrights...

Nice choices.SLP catback,and Ed Wrights programming,2 mods every EFI F-body should have.(like me https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gif

BTW,your times should be much closer now, what that...
Forum: Body
07-15-2001, 03:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 453
Posted By black5.7GTA

Poll:How many T/A owners out there have a perfect original rear spoiler?

Anybody,or is that about as rare as a 91 Firehawk https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gifWhat is the deal with these spoilers?Why do they chip and crack for no apparent reason?I just finished...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-15-2001, 09:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 363
Posted By black5.7GTA

Mid 14's with traps around 95mph with a coupe and...

Mid 14's with traps around 95mph with a coupe and 3.27 axle.Of course depending on state of tune of car,driver,conditions,etc.those numbers can be slightly better or alot worse.

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Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-15-2001, 09:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 509
Posted By black5.7GTA

97 Mustang GT conv 4.6L 5spd 2.73 215hp 285tq...

97 Mustang GT conv 4.6L 5spd 2.73
215hp 285tq 3610lbs 0-60 6.8 1/4mile 15.1@94mph

88 IROC-Z coupe 5.7L auto 3.27
230hp 330tq 3445lbs 0-60 6.2 1/4mile 14.6@95mph

Those are stats for cars when...
Forum: History / Originality
07-14-2001, 11:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,004
Posted By black5.7GTA

A deceptive sales person?Thats a new one...

A deceptive sales person?Thats a new one https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gif

Zima,if you have just recently purchased the car,and aren't happy its not a real GTA,I would see if there is a...
Forum: History / Originality
07-14-2001, 11:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 465
Posted By black5.7GTA

Pretty decent site,but he is wrong on some info...

Pretty decent site,but he is wrong on some info like the Firebird TPI horsepower ratings,and he makes it sound like a Formula is 500lbs lighter than a GTA which he calls"a horribly fat but...
Forum: History / Originality
07-14-2001, 08:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,004
Posted By black5.7GTA

Now I am ...

Now I am https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gifWhat info has been misrepresented?She said she thinks she has a GTA,but is not saying why she thinks that.The vin will not differentiate a...
Forum: TPI
07-14-2001, 05:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 484
Posted By black5.7GTA

www.performancedistributors.com...

www.performancedistributors.com (http://www.performancedistributors.com) Livewires have low resistance,and are probably the most heat resistant.There ignition stuff is awesome.

[This message has...
Forum: History / Originality
07-14-2001, 05:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,004
Posted By black5.7GTA

Why are you confused?You have an 86 TPI 305 Trans...

Why are you confused?You have an 86 TPI 305 Trans Am with GTA badges that someone put on.
Forum: TPI
07-14-2001, 03:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,116
Posted By black5.7GTA

What are you planning on istalling it...

What are you planning on istalling it in?Transmission choice would depend on what you plan on doing with it.If its an automatic now,you are much better off keeping it that way with a properly built...
Forum: TPI
07-14-2001, 02:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 419
Posted By black5.7GTA

If he has a 90 with speed density,you can put a...

If he has a 90 with speed density,you can put a specific K&N directly on the throttle body,but it makes no sense as it will be drawing hot air in from under the hood and probably run no better or...
Forum: TPI
07-14-2001, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 403
Posted By black5.7GTA

In an issue of Hot Rod(Aug88)The SLP...

In an issue of Hot Rod(Aug88)The SLP package-runners,cold air,headers,catback and chip,dropped ET and added MPH on an 88 350 F-body with 2.77 gears from 14.9@93 to 14.0@99.Tune it,add the...
Forum: TPI
07-14-2001, 01:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,116
Posted By black5.7GTA

406 Block 226/230 Cam AFR 195's Mini Ram ...

406 Block
226/230 Cam
AFR 195's
Mini Ram
1 3/4 headers
4 inch exhaust

should put out over 400hp at the wheels with an automatic and the right tuning.Speed costs,how much money you got...
Forum: History / Originality
07-14-2001, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By black5.7GTA

Why do you want to stay with MAF?If I were to buy...

Why do you want to stay with MAF?If I were to buy a Formula 350,although they are a little harder to find than an 88-89 I'd opt for a 91-92.Banshee styling,Dual cats and 3.23 axle standard,240hp and...
Forum: History / Originality
07-14-2001, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,540
Posted By black5.7GTA

That book has alot of coflicting info,$hit,I...

That book has alot of coflicting info,$hit,I don't have it in front of me right now,but one of the main reasons why I bought it a few months ago was to see what it said on the correct factory...
Forum: History / Originality
07-14-2001, 12:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,004
Posted By black5.7GTA

First off welcome to the board ...

First off welcome to the board https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/smile.gifbut Youv'e answered your own question,GTA's were not made until model year 1987,but what makes you think its a...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-13-2001, 09:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 449
Posted By black5.7GTA

Um,stock auto LT1 vettes are no challenge for me...

Um,stock auto LT1 vettes are no challenge for me on the street(have smoked 2 of em')I have less than$1200 in my car+700 on a rebuilt trans,and did it before trans,stock cam,heads,exhaust and intake...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-13-2001, 08:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 356
Posted By black5.7GTA

235HP@4400rpm 340FT/LB@3200rpm 1/4mile...

235HP@4400rpm 340FT/LB@3200rpm
1/4mile 14.4@96mph

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1990 Trans Am GTA,Black/Black Leather,350,auto 3.23,Dual Cats,
SLP Package,Fastchip,GSC's,Brand New Trans with Corvette 2400...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-13-2001, 07:57 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 1,393
Posted By black5.7GTA

funny that this topic is up,because last night I...

funny that this topic is up,because last night I raced one which had to be the same loud black one I raced a week ago(his windows were up and tinted last time) on the same road at the same time of...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-13-2001, 07:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,355
Posted By black5.7GTA

If he is using the stock radials he will get a...

If he is using the stock radials he will get a worse 60' and hence a worse 1/4.If he can hook up,the 4.10's can knock off about 2-3tenths or more with some engine and intake mods.As for what you can...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-13-2001, 07:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 593
Posted By black5.7GTA

Are you kidding? 86 Vette L98 4-A 3.07...

Are you kidding?

86 Vette L98 4-A 3.07 1/4mile 14.3@97
92 RS LO3 4-A 2.73 16.4@85

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1990 Trans Am GTA,Black/Black Leather,350,auto 3.23,Dual Cats,
SLP...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-13-2001, 06:57 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 9,214
Posted By black5.7GTA

Had mine pegged at 140 one night on a...

Had mine pegged at 140 one night on a bridge,after I had let up at 120 so the d@mn trans could shift into 4th.My rpm's were a little over 5k,so I probably hit atleast 150...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-13-2001, 06:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 346
Posted By black5.7GTA

A little over a year ago(before my new trans and...

A little over a year ago(before my new trans and Cold Air) I raced a friends which he had just traded his beautiful silver 6spd 99 Corvette(dumba$$) https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gifI...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-04-2001, 08:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 435
Posted By black5.7GTA

Battle with NSX

Last sunday morning,I was coming back from a friends house from the night before,on Dale Mabry highway/street in Tampa.(no int acces until today)The weather was nice and crisp and my temp gauge...
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