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Forum: Cooling
08-16-2009, 12:14 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 12,388
Posted By Jed

Re: Anyone using an electric water pump?

Way to revive the dead. Guys, just use the spacer kit, as mentioned above. No drilling and tapping required. It will work with the serpentine brackets, you just have to grind them a bit for...
Forum: Exhaust
06-29-2008, 04:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,723
Posted By Jed

Re: Dyno Dons Headers

From all the pics I've been looking at lately, the collectors on Don's headers look much better than the ones on the 2055's as well. That was the one thing I just couldn't get past when I was...
Forum: Exhaust
06-28-2008, 10:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,723
Posted By Jed

Re: Dyno Dons Headers

BC, thanks for posting the pics. Those look great!
Forum: Exhaust
06-25-2008, 09:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,723
Posted By Jed

Re: Dyno Dons Headers

+1

Post some pics! I'm waiting patiently for mine to arrive. Funny, when they get here, they'll be replacing Edelbrock headers as well.
Forum: Exhaust
06-08-2008, 08:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,299
Posted By Jed

Re: Dyno Don Headers Fitment

I'm waiting on a set of Don's headers, so I can't comment on fitment yet.

I don't know about cutting into the A/C box. Any opening you made in it would need to be closed up, and you would have to...
Forum: Exhaust
05-06-2007, 06:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,124
Posted By Jed

Re: Opinions wanted: Hooker 2460 vs 2055 vs Mac TF8690

thomas, thanks for the pics. Sorry I couldn't respond sooner, I've been working way too much. I like the flanges and the collectors on those. I love that the AIR tubes aren't in the way! How was the...
Forum: Exhaust
03-20-2007, 09:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,124
Posted By Jed

Re: Opinions wanted: Hooker 2460 vs 2055 vs Mac TF8690

Thanks for the Mac feedback, guys. Thomas, I'd definitely be interested in seeing those pictures - thank you! Oh, and where did you two order them from? Directly from Mac?
Forum: Exhaust
03-17-2007, 10:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,124
Posted By Jed

Does anyone have any experience with the Mac...

Does anyone have any experience with the Mac headers?
Forum: Exhaust
03-17-2007, 10:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,124
Posted By Jed

I think I got that 2.25" stuff from being tired....

I think I got that 2.25" stuff from being tired. I wish that HPP article was online, but if it is I can't find it. It says that in untouched form, the collector openings on their 2055's measured 1...
Forum: Exhaust
03-12-2007, 09:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,124
Posted By Jed

Mac headers ...

Mac headers
http://www.macperformance.com/store/category.cfm?SID=3&Category_ID=566

http://www.macperformance.com/store/images/TF8690.jpg
Forum: Exhaust
03-11-2007, 10:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 641
Posted By Jed

I was looking at them too, but couldn't find much...

I was looking at them too, but couldn't find much info on them. They look like Hooker 2460's.

http://www.jegs.com/images/photos/700/776/776-D3320.jpg
Forum: Exhaust
03-11-2007, 10:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,124
Posted By Jed

Opinions wanted: Hooker 2460 vs 2055 vs Mac TF8690

I'm shopping around for a new header and y-pipe combo to replace my rusty 9 year old Edelbrock headers. I've learned my lesson and this time whatever I end up getting will be coated. I need something...
Forum: Cooling
03-11-2007, 09:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 12,388
Posted By Jed

Haha, this thread is over 4 years old! I'm...

Haha, this thread is over 4 years old! I'm running the 35 gpm sbc model, and it is fine for daily driver use. I think the part # is WP101. I'd be a bit reluctant to run that Moroso pump on a daily...
Forum: Cooling
09-07-2004, 07:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,264
Posted By Jed

On my thirdgen I run a 160 'stat and fan switch,...

On my thirdgen I run a 160 'stat and fan switch, dual electric fans, meziere electric water pump, and Modine stock replacement radiator. It always runs cool.

I'm considering an aftermarket...
Forum: Cooling
09-07-2004, 12:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,264
Posted By Jed

I was under the impression that the Summit...

I was under the impression that the Summit radiators are made by Griffin. Anyone know for sure?
Forum: Cooling
09-07-2004, 12:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,228
Posted By Jed

My "bantering about it" is caused by years of...

My "bantering about it" is caused by years of servicing GM's Dex-Cool equipped vehicles. The links I posted are simply examples.
Forum: Cooling
09-06-2004, 07:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,228
Posted By Jed

In my opinion, Dex-Cool (the orange stuff) eats...

In my opinion, Dex-Cool (the orange stuff) eats gaskets and causes more problems than it is worth. But don't expect GM to admit it. Do yourself a favor and stick with green antifreeze.

Take your...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-26-2004, 12:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,192
Posted By Jed

Oh, its been sitting for about 5 years, forgot to...

Oh, its been sitting for about 5 years, forgot to add that.

I figured it would be ok, but like I've just never tried to use a trans that has been sitting that long, so I figured I'd ask.

Thanks...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-26-2004, 11:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,192
Posted By Jed

How long can an automatic trans. be stored for?

I have a TCI TH350 that I am planning on using in one of my project cars. I purchased it new and I've put maybe 5,000 miles on it. It functioned flawlessly when I removed it, and it has been stored...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-18-2004, 12:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,423
Posted By Jed

Got my new issue of GM HTP today.....

My May 2004 issue of GM High Tech Performance showed up today.

Not one thirdgen in the whole magazine! Not even a picture of one. Lots of LS1/LS6 articles though.

I'm bummed, to say the least....
Forum: TPI
02-01-2004, 08:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 814
Posted By Jed

Maybe you got a tank of bad gas. I've seen it...

Maybe you got a tank of bad gas. I've seen it happen before. Take a sample of the gas in your tank (unhook the fuel line and cycle the pump) and put it in a glass. Let the glass sit. If there is an...
Forum: TPI
02-01-2004, 11:28 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 9,680
Posted By Jed

Also, Doug moderates this board on chevytalk.org,...

Also, Doug moderates this board on chevytalk.org, so if someone wanted to post over there, you may have a better shot at getting a response from him.
...
Forum: TPI
01-26-2004, 12:59 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 9,680
Posted By Jed

Yes, please let us know DF. Any chance we'll...

Yes, please let us know DF.

Any chance we'll see that low profile plenum in the future?
Forum: TPI
01-23-2004, 12:55 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 9,680
Posted By Jed

What about that dyno run Doug posted a while back...

What about that dyno run Doug posted a while back on one of the other forums? He installed the HSR on a stock 92 Z, and it seemed to be worth the effort, even on a stock motor.
Forum: TPI
01-22-2004, 08:52 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 9,680
Posted By Jed

Oh, I'm well aware of Grumpy's plenum. For a...

Oh, I'm well aware of Grumpy's plenum. For a while I was seriously considering it. But there are a few things I don't like about it. For one thing, it costs more than the entire HSR manifold. It used...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-22-2004, 08:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,392
Posted By Jed

Fastchip - He did an awesome job on the custom...

Fastchip - He did an awesome job on the custom chip I bought from him several years ago, before buring your own became popular. It's dead-on, I've verified it with scan data, dyno runs and WB02.
Forum: TPI
01-21-2004, 08:10 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 9,680
Posted By Jed

How about offering a low-profile plenum for...

How about offering a low-profile plenum for increased clearance? Or a plenum that is machined to tilt the throttle body down 5 degrees or so, like the stock TPI plenum does.

There are two...
Forum: TPI
01-21-2004, 12:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Jed

I ordered all my fuel line parts from Summit and...

I ordered all my fuel line parts from Summit and everything arrived two days later. It certainly should not take two weeks.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-21-2004, 12:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,198
Posted By Jed

My Pro 5.0 is so much better than the stock...

My Pro 5.0 is so much better than the stock shifter was! It really is a well built product.

It is interesting that some people say it is notchy, and some say it is smooth. On my car it is pretty...
Forum: V6
01-10-2004, 02:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 254
Posted By Jed

Need part# for 2.8 EGR housing/mount

I'm trying to create an external EGR system for my Holley Stealthram intake, which has no EGR provisions. I want to use an EGR setup (vaccum operated) like the 2.8 engine has.

Does anyone know the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-10-2004, 01:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,798
Posted By Jed

I fully agree that aftermarket parts are not...

I fully agree that aftermarket parts are not always a direct fit. But I still think a new water neck should bolt on without modification.

I spent a little time enlarging the bolt hole and now it...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-09-2004, 11:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,798
Posted By Jed

stupid Mr. Gasket junk!

Tonight I went to install my Mr. Gasket 2661 water neck onto my HSR intake base. It didn't fit! A closer inspection revealed that one of the bolt holes on the water neck was off by a bit. I could put...
Forum: TPI
01-09-2004, 01:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,823
Posted By Jed

I brought this up in a previous post and he told...

I brought this up in a previous post and he told me the same thing. I toyed with the idea for a second, but then figured I'd rather spend the money on my own car. Hehehe.

1Bad, if you want to set...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-08-2004, 12:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 525
Posted By Jed

Look on ebay. There are several people selling...

Look on ebay. There are several people selling stainless steel bolt kits for TPI setups.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-01-2004, 09:24 PM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,242
Posted By Jed

You could try using this site to search the ...

You could try using this site to search the wrecking yards in AZ for a 9 bolt.

http://www.car-part.com/

I can toss in 5 bucks for shipping if you need it, Dwain.
Forum: Exhaust
12-21-2003, 11:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,169
Posted By Jed

I agree that the Hooker Aerochamber is a good...

I agree that the Hooker Aerochamber is a good muffler, but the one I had on my car was "race car" loud. It sounded mean, but after a few years I got tired of it.

I replaced it with an Edelbrock...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-21-2003, 11:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 508
Posted By Jed

All 9 bolts have 28 spline axles. If I had a...

All 9 bolts have 28 spline axles.

If I had a choice between the three, I would buy the 9 bolt with aluminum (PBR) calipers.

You can read up on PBR here: http://www.pbr.com.au/
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-14-2003, 12:32 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,444
Posted By Jed

It is my belief that high prices on their...

It is my belief that high prices on their original parts, a huge markup on their non-original parts (parts made by other companies), and poor quality proms are three seperate issues. This is just my...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-13-2003, 07:22 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,444
Posted By Jed

I like this part. I've often wondered...

I like this part.



I've often wondered how TPIS has managed to stay in business, since so many of the people on this board, after dealing with TPIS, agree on several points. To mention a few:...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-12-2003, 07:51 PM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,242
Posted By Jed

I'll take one - I don't care where it comes from,...

I'll take one - I don't care where it comes from, as long as it is a quality product. The $$$ is no problem - add me to the list.

Thanks!!!!
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-10-2003, 07:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,087
Posted By Jed

Nice.... thanks drain and miles - that sounds...

Nice.... thanks drain and miles - that sounds encouraging.

I will certainly buy one when they become available. Please keep us posted!
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-05-2003, 12:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,087
Posted By Jed

I'm just throwing this out there.... The 10...

I'm just throwing this out there....

The 10 bolt covers seem to be selling for around $150.

Assuming the price for the 9 bolt covers was $150, if we got a GP going, and 23 board members...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-04-2003, 08:39 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,444
Posted By Jed

TPIS = Total Price Inflation Specialists

TPIS = Total Price Inflation Specialists
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-04-2003, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,087
Posted By Jed

Well, it isn't what I wanted to hear, but at...

Well, it isn't what I wanted to hear, but at least we known what is going on now. I wonder what the chances are of getting an existing distributor to offer 9 bolt parts.

I just want a support...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-29-2003, 11:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 955
Posted By Jed

I've also been waiting for both the solid pinion...

I've also been waiting for both the solid pinion spacer, and the aluminum cover. I understand that Miles is a busy guy. Hopefully he'll give us an update when he finds the time.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-26-2003, 12:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,498
Posted By Jed

You can use this website to look up GM part...

You can use this website to look up GM part numbers for any vehicle, simply by entering your vehicle information. I was able to pull up every part GM ever offered for the 9 bolt rears.

Don't...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-19-2003, 12:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 574
Posted By Jed

From a cost perspective, it would cost you way...

From a cost perspective, it would cost you way less money to purchase a 3.23 or 3.42 4th gen rear, than it would to purchase gears, bearings, seals, a posi unit and a disc brake setup for your...
Forum: TPI
11-19-2003, 12:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 984
Posted By Jed

That is not true. Within this website you can...

That is not true. Within this website you can find numerous examples of people who have removed MAf screens and fins with positive results, myself included.

I agree with travelinman. The quality...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-19-2003, 12:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,512
Posted By Jed

I'm pretty sure the professional programs start...

I'm pretty sure the professional programs start out around $500 and work their way up from there.


You can get a good idea of what the engine analyzer software is like by looking here:
...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-16-2003, 10:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,590
Posted By Jed

Sorry Danny, I misinterpreted your post. I...

Sorry Danny, I misinterpreted your post. I definitely agree with you about the lack of documentation.

mike graycar, you may want to look into getting a program like Desktop Dyno 2000 or...
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