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Forum: DIY PROM
01-05-2003, 07:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,803
Posted By IrocStan

please disregard this reply

please disregard this reply
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-18-2002, 03:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By IrocStan

Like you said, it could be the lack of posi...

Like you said, it could be the lack of posi additive. I'd take the cover off and drain the fluid. Look for chucks of metal debris, which could be signs of damage. Look at the side/pinion/spider...
Forum: TPI
11-11-2002, 11:43 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,843
Posted By IrocStan

Lt1 intake rather than Miniram

Would you guys have the same recomendations when using an Lt1 intake rather than the Miniram?

Austin
Forum: TPI
05-19-2001, 12:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 863
Posted By IrocStan

http://www.holley.com/HiOctn/ProdLine/Products/AMS...

http://www.holley.com/HiOctn/ProdLine/Products/AMS/AMSM/f5954.html
Here's the link-^ I give up on getting the pic to show.
How come nobody uses or talks of this? I'd like to make a plenum for...
Forum: TPI
05-01-2001, 11:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 398
Posted By IrocStan

I've done it. I pocket ported the 083 casting...

I've done it.
I pocket ported the 083 casting heads, and ported the plenum. Stock cam/valvetrain, base, runners, chip, trans, stall, and crappy radials. Check out my web page for more details.
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Forum: TPI
04-21-2001, 08:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By IrocStan

You can use the everything but the 305 injectors...

You can use the everything but the 305 injectors and computer chip. You'll probably want about 36lb/hr injectors and definitly a custom burn computer chip.

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87 IROC 350...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-14-2001, 10:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 873
Posted By IrocStan

Did you notice a performance difference between...

Did you notice a performance difference between the 2 heads? Which ones did you like better? What kind of mods do you have?
thanks


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87 IROC 350
13.94@103mph
Check out my...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2001, 10:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 436
Posted By IrocStan

I picked up a 400 for my ROC last week. ...

I picked up a 400 for my ROC last week.

Tell me more about this Knock sensor problem with the 400. I have never heard about this before. Your saying that people are running their FI w/out this?...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-27-2001, 12:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,392
Posted By IrocStan

LCA's w/ one or more spherical rod end allow the...

LCA's w/ one or more spherical rod end allow the the rear to pivot more freely, such as when one wheel goes over a bump. The factory LCA's will twist easier than a boxed one. I don't think this is...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-21-2001, 11:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 412
Posted By IrocStan

dnovotny, Can you post some pics of that? ...

dnovotny,
Can you post some pics of that?

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87 IROC 350
13.94@103mph
Check out my new web page.
http://austinsiroc.homestead.com/Home1.html
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-21-2001, 10:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,856
Posted By IrocStan

If you like "techy" answers... The Torsen is...

If you like "techy" answers...

The Torsen is Torque Biasing; meaning that the more torque inputted into the diff the more the diff locks the wheels. This has a big advantage over the Auburn pro. ...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-15-2001, 04:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 679
Posted By IrocStan

LS1 d/s's will fit, that's what I have. ...

LS1 d/s's will fit, that's what I have.

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87 IROC 350
13.94@103mph
Check out my new web page.
http://austinsiroc.homestead.com/Home1.html
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-14-2001, 11:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,356
Posted By IrocStan

13's excessive? Nah... Excessive is the 9...

13's excessive? Nah... Excessive is the 9 second range https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/biggrin.gif I don't think I'll be happy till mine is too fast for the street.

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87...
Forum: TPI
03-14-2001, 01:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,113
Posted By IrocStan

dallasiroc, why do you have to be a hater? ...

dallasiroc, why do you have to be a hater? You're making an *** of yourself.

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87 IROC 350
Check out my new web page.
http://austinsiroc.homestead.com/Home1.html
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-12-2001, 11:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,356
Posted By IrocStan

Do you still have the stock steel d/s now? My 87...

Do you still have the stock steel d/s now? My 87 would have a slight vib at about 80 mph w/ the 2.73 gears. Then I got an aluminum d/s w/ damper from a 00' and I don't notice the vibs at all. I've...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-27-2001, 01:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By IrocStan

I believe that the Hotchkis Rear suspension...

I believe that the Hotchkis Rear suspension package includes the lower trailing arms and panhard bar. There are no upper trailing arms on the 3rd gens.

If forward acceleration is a concern at...
Forum: DIY PROM
02-23-2001, 07:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 718
Posted By IrocStan

Ok, I answered my own question. There is one part...

Ok, I answered my own question. There is one part number and it fits 85-92 engines.
Forum: DIY PROM
02-23-2001, 10:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 718
Posted By IrocStan

My friend has a Edelbrock Hi-flow base that he...

My friend has a Edelbrock Hi-flow base that he bought for his 92 that I may buy from him for my 87. I Was wondering if my runners will bolt up to this manifold since my SLP runners have the hole for...
Forum: TPI
02-23-2001, 10:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 542
Posted By IrocStan

Check this post out from the Prom Section about...

Check this post out from the Prom Section about changing to a 89 $6E calibration.
https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/Forum10/HTML/000602.html


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87 IROC 350
Mods: 3:42...
Forum: TPI
02-23-2001, 09:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,792
Posted By IrocStan

I know for a fact that the alternator and water...

I know for a fact that the alternator and water pump are different, and I am pretty sure that the smog pump is different. The AC has a different pully, I don't know what changing that involves or if...
Forum: TPI
02-23-2001, 12:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 542
Posted By IrocStan

You have two options. 1) Use your 86 intake....

You have two options.

1) Use your 86 intake.
I know of alot of guys that have gotten over that center bolt angle problem by elongating the holes and maybe grinding the surface to fit the head of...
Forum: TPI
02-23-2001, 12:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,936
Posted By IrocStan

Very interesting Yelofvr, thanks for sharing. ...

Very interesting Yelofvr, thanks for sharing. One question:



How did you measure this? This is in the middle of the port, and isn't a very common shape to calculate area from.


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Forum: TPI
02-20-2001, 07:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 465
Posted By IrocStan

Wow, 1.7 is pretty big. If you just want to bolt...

Wow, 1.7 is pretty big. If you just want to bolt on runners, the Edelbrocks will probably be better. If you want to spend time porting, I think the SLP's would be better only because you can...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-20-2001, 07:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 560
Posted By IrocStan

I got my factory 28 spline axles for $100 from a...

I got my factory 28 spline axles for $100 from a junk yard. I had to buy the whole rear end, but still cheaper than the Mosers. It was an open, drum brake rear out of a 91 firebird 305.
...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-20-2001, 02:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,188
Posted By IrocStan

I'm going through this same thing right now. ...

I'm going through this same thing right now. I've found that 87-89 chevy V-8s crack in the lifter valley, so I won't touch another one. All passenger cars had roller cams from 87-up. All trucks...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-20-2001, 01:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 560
Posted By IrocStan

The axles shafts aren't necessarly the weak link...

The axles shafts aren't necessarly the weak link of the the 7 5/8 10 bolt, and that axle isn't worth putting that much money into it, IMO. Put the money for axle shafts towards a 12 bolt or nine...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-19-2001, 07:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,417
Posted By IrocStan

Love mine. Bites when I want it to. Doesn't...

Love mine.
Bites when I want it to. Doesn't chirp around slow turns. The torque biasing design is the "way to go."

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87 IROC 350
Mods: 3:42 Torsen, pocket ported 083 heads,...
Forum: TPI
02-19-2001, 01:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 465
Posted By IrocStan

Your prom may need to be optimized to take full...

Your prom may need to be optimized to take full advantage of your new cam. What are the specs on your new cam?

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87 IROC 350
Mods: 3:42 Torsen, pocket ported 083 heads,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-18-2001, 02:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,414
Posted By IrocStan

I put a set of 4.10's in my buddies car. He has...

I put a set of 4.10's in my buddies car. He has a 92 camaro, 383, elderbrock rpm heads, super ram, t56, 4" muflex, etc. I rode in it this weekend... Agh-hum. Whoa. First is worthless. Second is...
Forum: TPI
02-18-2001, 02:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,792
Posted By IrocStan

I have the serpentine belt setup off of an 88...

I have the serpentine belt setup off of an 88 Camaro on my 87. The worst part about the swap is lengthening the wires to put the AC on the pass side and the Alternator on the driver’s side. ...
Forum: TPI
02-17-2001, 07:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,936
Posted By IrocStan

I ported the chit out of my base. I inserted...

I ported the chit out of my base. I inserted balls in each port to gauge each one to the next. I opened up the opening the most, I used a yellow foam "Nerf" ball to gauge that. Then I used a...
Forum: TPI
02-16-2001, 09:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 465
Posted By IrocStan

I took the dividers on my SLP's down about...

I took the dividers on my SLP's down about 1/3-1/2 the way and felt no loss in torque what-so-ever. The engine is much happier from 4500-5500, and that is with the stock cam! The length of the...
Forum: TPI
02-16-2001, 09:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,066
Posted By IrocStan

That Lunati full roller seems pretty hairy for a...

That Lunati full roller seems pretty hairy for a TPI. The dur @ .050 seems excessive, and a 112+ LSA might be better than the 110 LSA because it will provide more intake vacume. I got a Comp Xtreme...
Forum: TPI
02-12-2001, 01:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 552
Posted By IrocStan

You might want to go custom. With a blower the...

You might want to go custom. With a blower the big thing that you need to look at when choosing a cam is the lobe separation angle. You'll probably want a LSA around 114+ to keep the intake gases...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-06-2001, 12:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 375
Posted By IrocStan

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ All that...

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

All that car companies care about is the cheese.

Drum brakes are alot cheaper than disk. I think the calipers are the costy item. The average car buyer...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-27-2001, 12:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 491
Posted By IrocStan

Can you grind the cover? Or what if you would...

Can you grind the cover? Or what if you would shim the sway bar down where it mounts to the axle? Then add a longer spacer to the end linds to bring the ends of the bar down. Worth a shot. ...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-26-2001, 05:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 507
Posted By IrocStan

Yeah, come to think of it, the y-pipe is pretty...

Yeah, come to think of it, the y-pipe is pretty nasty. The y-pipe sliped my mind because the rest looked so good. No hole or anything yet. Did I mention that I am still on the original gaskets? ...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-26-2001, 01:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 507
Posted By IrocStan

I bought my Edelbrocks 3 1/2 years ago because...

I bought my Edelbrocks 3 1/2 years ago because they were $313 vs like $450+ for SLP's. I wanted the 1.75 primaries, but the added cost wasn't worth it IMO. It is true that the intry on the TES...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-26-2001, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,298
Posted By IrocStan

Are the GM rockers for the ZZ4(Lt4 also?)...

Are the GM rockers for the ZZ4(Lt4 also?) aluminum? Full roller or roller tip only? How much?
thanks

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87 IROC 350, 3:42 Torsen, pocket ported 083 heads, complete Edelbrock...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-18-2001, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 377
Posted By IrocStan

How about some relocation brackets? Saves you...

How about some relocation brackets? Saves you from crawling under the car to weld them in.

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87 IROC 350, 3:42 Torsen, pocket ported 083 heads, complete Edelbrock exhaust, Most...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-18-2001, 01:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 250
Posted By IrocStan

That would change the instant center. The front...

That would change the instant center. The front mounting point of the torque arm is the instant center. Moving it up will increase %of rise, aka antisquat, in theory.

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87...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-17-2001, 02:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 306
Posted By IrocStan

3.42's dropped my quarter by a solid .4-.5 over...

3.42's dropped my quarter by a solid .4-.5 over the 2.73. I went from 95mph to 101. That is on worn out radials. I have a brand new 3.73 sitting in my garage that I want to swap in sometime to see...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-17-2001, 01:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 354
Posted By IrocStan

yup ------------------ 87 IROC 350, 3:42...

yup

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87 IROC 350, 3:42 Torsen, pocket ported 083 heads, complete Edelbrock exhaust, Most free mods, Most little mods, aluminum d/s. Edelbrock STB, SSM sfc's, boxed rear...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-17-2001, 01:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,002
Posted By IrocStan

The shorter the arm, the more antisquat during...

The shorter the arm, the more antisquat during foward acceleration. More is usually better for drag racing. But there is a comprimise, the shorter arm will "lift" the rear axle during braking,...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-12-2001, 01:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 366
Posted By IrocStan

This is what I did and it works great....

This is what I did and it works great. Progressively use finer and finer sandpaper until finally using 2000 grit. Then use buffing compounds. I used 3 different compounds. Each one got...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-12-2001, 01:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 366
Posted By IrocStan

This is what I did and it works great....

This is what I did and it works great. Progressively use finer and finer sandpaper until finally using 2000 grit. Then use buffing compounds. I used 3 different compounds. Each one got...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-12-2001, 01:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 396
Posted By IrocStan

Your tires will hit the inner fender way before...

Your tires will hit the inner fender way before the lower control arms. I'd take a sledge hammer to the inner fender before doing anything to the suspension. I've heard of guys getting 17x11"...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-12-2001, 01:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 396
Posted By IrocStan

Your tires will hit the inner fender way before...

Your tires will hit the inner fender way before the lower control arms. I'd take a sledge hammer to the inner fender before doing anything to the suspension. I've heard of guys getting 17x11"...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-09-2001, 01:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 850
Posted By IrocStan

Steve, Please explain how to find instant...

Steve,
Please explain how to find instant center on a torque arm suspension.

From what I gather, instantaneous center is not dependent on the lca's in a torque arm suspension. I believe that...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-09-2001, 12:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 916
Posted By IrocStan

Do some measurements with a tape measure. First,...

Do some measurements with a tape measure. First, compare the distance from your front wheel to back wheel for both sides. Then compare the distance from RF to LR and LF to RR. Make sure you...
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