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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-01-2001, 05:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,069
Posted By JeffP

Does anyone have any correct information? ...

Does anyone have any correct information?

Thanks
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-31-2001, 11:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,069
Posted By JeffP

If the speedometer is electronic, can the...

If the speedometer is electronic, can the tailshafts of the two trannies be swapped without any negative effects?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-31-2001, 11:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,069
Posted By JeffP

It's not an electronic transmission.

It's not an electronic transmission.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-31-2001, 07:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,069
Posted By JeffP

Any help is appreciated. Caprice needs to be...

Any help is appreciated. Caprice needs to be driveable. Thanks.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-30-2001, 02:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,069
Posted By JeffP

1989 700R4 into 1993 9C1 Caprice

Curious about this swap. Does anyone know the following?

1. If the speedometer on the Caprice is cable driven or electronic? IF it is electronic, can the tailshaft be swapped out with the 1989...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-20-2001, 09:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 877
Posted By JeffP

Anyone?

Anyone?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-20-2001, 04:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 877
Posted By JeffP

quick! need some measurements on factory or aftermarket springs! help :(

I need to know the lengths of front and rear thirdgen springs. If you have some oem or aftermarket springs lying around could you please take some measurements (IE 12"x4") for me? V6 or V8, IROC or...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-20-2001, 11:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 469
Posted By JeffP

ALSO, how often should automatic tranny fluid be changed?

I've heard three different opinions...

The first is that it should be done at whatever the owners manual recommends. Very regular schedule, like oil changes.

The second is that it should be...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-20-2001, 11:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 380
Posted By JeffP

I'm just trying to get this figured out, sorry if...

I'm just trying to get this figured out, sorry if I am coming across as impatient...

There is just a lot of conflicting information on the boards.

First, someone told me that an 89...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-20-2001, 11:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

I was trying to put this tranny into my 93 Z28,...

I was trying to put this tranny into my 93 Z28, but was told by several people the 89 tranny had a four prong connection while the 93 tranny has a 5 prong. So it wouldn't work.

I am thinking...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-20-2001, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 380
Posted By JeffP

Ok, well what about the connector with the...

Ok, well what about the connector with the different number of prongs? I know this tranny wouldn't work in a 93 Z28. And yes, all 93s are non-electronic...

You said this trans will work in all...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-14-2001, 05:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 380
Posted By JeffP

Can ANYONE here tell me what years this tranny will work in?

I've been trying to figure out for months now, with no luck.

Can anyone tell me what years an 89 700R4 will work in? I thought 90-92 had an electronically driven speedometer, so it won't work,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-14-2001, 05:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

Ok, lets try this... Does anyone know what...

Ok, lets try this...

Does anyone know what years this tranny will work in? Will it work in 87-92 models? Don't 90-92 have an electronically driven speedometer? I am pretty sure this 89 tranny is...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-23-2001, 09:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-06-2001, 06:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

up up up

up up up
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-04-2001, 11:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

Also, there were no 4L60Es in 93, just 4L60s. All...

Also, there were no 4L60Es in 93, just 4L60s. All 93 F-Bodies got a 4L60, there were no changes midyear. How do I know? Look at aftermarket throttle bodies for LT1 cars; 92-93 has a specific part...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-04-2001, 09:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

As far as F-Bodies are concerned, 1993 was the...

As far as F-Bodies are concerned, 1993 was the last year of the 700R4/4L60. The 4l60E appeared in 1994. A 4L60 is a renamed 700R4. So does anyone know for sure?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2001, 01:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By JeffP

I bought a junkyard rear end for my old 89...

I bought a junkyard rear end for my old 89 IROC-Z. I ended up getting a 2.73/drum/open rear out of an early 80s firebird because that is all they had, and I was in a hurry. It worked fine for as long...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2001, 01:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 370
Posted By JeffP

The only connector that goes into the tranny is a...

The only connector that goes into the tranny is a four pin connector in the shape of a square. It goes in the passenger side/top of the transmission and I doubt this is the same wire you found by...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-03-2001, 12:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

So noone knows eh?

So noone knows eh?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-01-2001, 06:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,488
Posted By JeffP

700R4- What year did the connector change from 4 prong to 5 prong?

Anyone know for sure? I know 93 F-Bodies have a 5-prong connector. Was the last year for the 4 prong 89,90,91,or 92? Thanks
Forum: TPI
03-22-2001, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 512
Posted By JeffP

Can I run a ZZ4 with entirely stock TPI, including 305 injectors and prom?

I have plans to put a ZZ4 in my 1989 Z28 originally equipped with a TPI 305, 700R4, and 2.73 rear.

I really only have enough to get the engine in right now. I would then upgrade the runners, tb,...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-16-2001, 10:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 408
Posted By JeffP

Will Diacom work on 93 F-Body?

Just curious...Will it work on a 93 Z28?
Still has a removable chip and OBDI.

Anyone know for sure?

Thanks
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-05-2001, 01:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 364
Posted By JeffP

GM reman 700R4 transmission

https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/Forum13/HTML/001126.html

Thanks
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-04-2001, 11:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 491
Posted By JeffP

My stock governor was 5200 rpm This one is a...

My stock governor was 5200 rpm

This one is a little less than 5000 it seems

Never looked at the RPM for 3-4
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-04-2001, 05:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 570
Posted By JeffP

My vote also goes for the Kumhos. Cheap as heck...

My vote also goes for the Kumhos. Cheap as heck and an aggressive pattern too.

Jeff
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-04-2001, 05:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 611
Posted By JeffP

By the way, MrJ What RPMs do you shift at? I...

By the way, MrJ

What RPMs do you shift at? I got a GM Reman Transmission and the governor in it was actually a little lower than my original one. I now shift just above 5k RPMs
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-04-2001, 05:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 611
Posted By JeffP

MrJ is right about his gears and MPH. I run...

MrJ is right about his gears and MPH.

I run an A4 and 2.73, and my trans shifts right about 5000rpm, (probably a little lower than MrJ's) and first gear ends at 40mph and second ends at 80mph. I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-04-2001, 05:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 491
Posted By JeffP

Transmission downshifts 2 times.......GM Reman unit

A few months ago my 1989 700R4 took a dump on me, so I went with the GM reman unit with the 3 year/50k mile warranty.

The trans works perfectly went running from a stop, and even shifts into 4th...
Forum: TPI
01-04-2001, 04:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 309
Posted By JeffP

If you do go the conveter route, you might also...

If you do go the conveter route, you might also consider adding a shift kit and trans cooler as well. Also make sure your trans is in good shape; You wouldn't want to fork over $600 for a Vigilante...
Forum: History / Originality
01-04-2001, 01:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 445
Posted By JeffP

Anyone know where I can find quality floor mats?

These K-Mart specials aren't cutting it; Any ideas where I can find nice, OE floor mats?
Forum: TPI
01-04-2001, 12:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 309
Posted By JeffP

Here is my take on it... The converter will...

Here is my take on it...

The converter will probably give you more of an ET reduction than the intake pieces will.

BUT, won't you only notice the converter in first gear? The intake pieces will...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2000, 05:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,216
Posted By JeffP

Looks good, where did you order it from, just...

Looks good, where did you order it from, just your local Chevy dealer?

Also, when you tear all of your smog crap out, can I take all the tubes out and just plug them with bolts? Do I take the tube...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-03-2000, 11:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,577
Posted By JeffP

Is that a roller?

Is that a roller?
Forum: Power Adders
11-22-2000, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 439
Posted By JeffP

A better question might be why the heck you would...

A better question might be why the heck you would want such a small shot...You might gain 5 tenths with the 50hp shot. Atleast jet 100hp man; its not going to hurt a thing. I ran 150hp shot on my TPI...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-12-2000, 10:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 502
Posted By JeffP

O2 sensor is original and has 93k on it. ...

O2 sensor is original and has 93k on it.



[This message has been edited by JeffP (edited November 12, 2000).]
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-12-2000, 10:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 502
Posted By JeffP

Rich vs Lean condition

My car is a 1989 305 TPI and over the past few months I have noticed an abnormal amount of black soot on the rear bumper directly above the tailpipe. Obviously the car is running rich. However, my...
Forum: TPI
11-12-2000, 09:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 536
Posted By JeffP

Rich vs Lean condition

My car is a 1989 305 TPI and over the past few months I have noticed an abnormal amount of black soot on the rear bumper directly above the tailpipe. Obviously the car is running rich. However, my...
Forum: TPI
11-09-2000, 04:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 900
Posted By JeffP

Ok, I was told the hotcam is too big for a 350...

Ok, I was told the hotcam is too big for a 350 with Edelbrock aluminum heads. For sure this thing is way too big for a 305. The ZZ9 might be a better choice for your engine, man

[This message has...
Forum: TPI
11-09-2000, 03:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 597
Posted By JeffP

Should I look into a milder cam, something like a...

Should I look into a milder cam, something like a 210/220 .480/.480? Can yall recommend something in place of the LT4?
Forum: TPI
11-09-2000, 03:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 597
Posted By JeffP

What injectors would work better? Also, it would...

What injectors would work better? Also, it would run rich even with the custom programming?
Forum: TPI
11-09-2000, 11:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 597
Posted By JeffP

Who here runs the LT4 hotcam?

How would this combo run?

Fresh L98 shortblock, 9:1 compression, Edelbrock 6085 heads, LT4 hotcam, Stock TPI, 24 lb SVOs with custom prom, slp headers, flowmaster exhaust.

Possibility of future...
Forum: TPI
11-08-2000, 04:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 408
Posted By JeffP

Did you buy a stroker long block complete,...

Did you buy a stroker long block complete, already assembled? If so, where did you get it from, if you dont mind me asking...
Forum: TPI
11-08-2000, 03:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 408
Posted By JeffP

Sounds like a nice setup...Did you add a stroker...

Sounds like a nice setup...Did you add a stroker crank to your original block?

You also run a 2.56 rear, right? It will certainly be something if you can break 11s with 2.56s!!
Forum: TPI
11-08-2000, 03:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By JeffP

So the general concensus here is that I should...

So the general concensus here is that I should build my own lower-end for cheap, using maybe an 87-up roller block and put my own heads on it? Should I go with the aluminum D-port heads? Help me...
Forum: TPI
11-07-2000, 07:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 408
Posted By JeffP

Yeah, what exactly did you do? Sounds nice by...

Yeah, what exactly did you do?
Sounds nice by the way
Forum: TPI
11-06-2000, 09:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By JeffP

That price was for the long block alone, no...

That price was for the long block alone, no electronics, I believe. Any ideas where I can get a better deal?

and Thanks!
Forum: TPI
11-06-2000, 06:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 371
Posted By JeffP

After that you might want to consider a higher...

After that you might want to consider a higher stall converter or a new set of heads. Im no expert, though

Good luck
Forum: TPI
11-06-2000, 06:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 371
Posted By JeffP

Actually those are pretty nice times.....The mph...

Actually those are pretty nice times.....The mph is quite high too. If you have the money to spend, you might want to go with 1 3/4 headers, a full 3 inch catback, and an offroad pipe or high flow...
Forum: TPI
11-06-2000, 06:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 504
Posted By JeffP

On my 89 Z28, it is on the driverside firewall....

On my 89 Z28, it is on the driverside firewall. There are 2 relays. Im not sure which one is the burnoff relay, but Im pretty sure they are both MAF related. I just went ahead and replaced both of...
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