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Forum: Camaros for Sale
09-11-2022, 03:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: [AZ] 86 Camaro SC 2.8 5-Speed-Swapped Project/Chassis For Sale

Sold. She's off on her next adventure, and with the sale of my first car, I am thirdgen-less...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
08-10-2022, 04:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: [AZ] 86 Camaro SC 2.8 5-Speed-Swapped Project/Chassis For Sale

Dash (pad included, not pictured. It's in one piece but multiple large cracks), and 4 of the 5 extra wheels included
...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
08-09-2022, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By TechSmurf

[AZ] 86 Camaro SC 2.8 5-Speed-Swapped Project/Chassis For Sale

Time to part with all of my third gen stuff, including my first car, which I've been tinkering on for years. Includes 4 original 15" rally wheels, 2 16" IROC, 2 15" '88 (accidentally sold the 88 with...
Forum: V6
01-28-2014, 05:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,649
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: build ur own turbo headers

It's been sitting for a good long while in a different town... no chance to do anything with it. One of these days I swear I will bring the 3.4 home to refresh.
Forum: V6
01-28-2014, 05:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,649
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: build ur own turbo headers

Some threads were meant to be resurrected. Nice. :)
Forum: South West Region
04-07-2010, 12:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 809
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: anyone in tucson with...

Last time I had to do a VATS bypass Elliott had the exact 2% tolerance resistor I needed. Side note there, make sure you get 2% tolerance, not 5%.
Forum: TBI
06-05-2009, 01:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,840
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Ohio E-Check. missed it by that much.

Yanno what really confuses me is that you added 15lb/hr of fuel (edit: per injector) and reduced your hc emissions..... the heck?
Forum: TBI
05-31-2009, 06:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,840
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Ohio E-Check. missed it by that much.

http://www.carburetion.com/pdfs/injectors_tbi.pdf

If this is correct.. and it probably is given the level of detail.. I'd say those came off a 4.3 V6.

My knowledge says the 4.3l injector flows...
Forum: South West Region
05-24-2009, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: DPS Seeks Suspect in Fatal Hit-and-Run on I-10

http://www.kgun9.com/global/video/flash/popupplayer.asp?vt1=v&clipFormat=flv&clipId1=3788142&at1=News&h1=Hit%20&%20Run%20Leaves%20Family%20Without%20Mom&rnd=23476629

...
Forum: V6
05-22-2009, 10:12 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 16,661
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: My 2.8l-3.4l swap.(Logs/Blog)

The level on the dipstick has nothing to do with the oil pump.. at all. For the dipstick to read over-full and only get out 2 quarts means either you don't know how to read a dipstick or you didn't...
Forum: South West Region
05-19-2009, 05:24 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 21,835
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: **Tucson 3rd Gen Gathering: Sign up here**

If we get something going, count me in as the token 4th genner... ;)
Forum: South West Region
05-19-2009, 04:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By TechSmurf

DPS Seeks Suspect in Fatal Hit-and-Run on I-10

http://www.svherald.com/articles/2009/05/19/news/doc4a12436bc70cd768618234.txt


To re-cap, shortly before noon sunday morning (5/17/09), Heather was run off I-10 and killed by some tard without...
Forum: V6
05-17-2009, 03:22 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,029
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Found a blower kit for 3.4L, $700

See. SEE?! 5 years later. Told you so.
Forum: V6
05-17-2009, 03:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,029
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Found a blower kit for 3.4L, $700

Holy blast from the past...

Unofficial diagnosis based on first impression of crap pictures: The left tensioner appears to be bent back towards the engine from fatigue, loose mounting bolts,...
Forum: V6
05-17-2009, 02:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: How hard to swap 4.3?

To drop in a 4.3 you need to do all the same work as dropping in a small block v8... without nearly the benefit.
Forum: V6
05-05-2009, 01:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,062
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Not trolling....

I think you need to wrap your head around this real quick.. I've got $150.00 in the turbo, turbo kit, 749 ecu, and tuning hardware combined. I've got $100.00 in the 3.4 sitting on the stand. Apply...
Forum: V6
05-04-2009, 01:30 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,062
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Not trolling....

Yeah... it's gonna be a couple years yet before that thing gets back on the road. In the meantime, the heads have to come off anyway, and I'm already half tempted to put gen 3 units back on. I'm...
Forum: V6
04-30-2009, 03:56 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,062
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Not trolling....

Nice. :thumbsup:

What car is this all going on?
Forum: V6
04-30-2009, 03:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,228
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: will a V8 MAF work with the LB8?

:nod: Not to mention swapping to an ECU that will support MAF readings in changes in voltage rather than changes in signal frequency. The burn-off relay is the least of the problems.

If someone...
Forum: V6
04-22-2009, 12:11 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,116
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: just wondering how many miles are on others 2.8l

Engine non-operating at 168k. No valve seals left. Damn 7psi.
Forum: V6
04-01-2009, 10:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Need help Locatiing Fuel Pump

Changing the in-tank fuel pump... sucks. I've done 3 in thirds and fourths and they never get any better. Once I got so annoyed with the idea of having to drop the tank I took my car to a shop and...
Forum: V6
02-01-2009, 10:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 811
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: TPS sensor can't go below .58mv?

Re-reading what you posted.. what set screw were you turning to adjust the TPS? It sounds like you were adjusting the minimum idle stop screw... adjusting the TPS is accomplished by loosening the two...
Forum: V6
02-01-2009, 10:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 811
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: TPS sensor can't go below .58mv?

You mean .58 volts, not mv, right?

.58v at idle is not outside of specification for 85-89 (.55v +/- .05v), and while I can't find exact reference on the 90-92 3.1l I believe it is still within...
Forum: V6
01-31-2009, 01:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 612
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: 92 3.1 v6 trying to convert to a 5 speed PLEASE HELP !

Ooohh... I dunno. Nobody seems to want to buy her. Can't blame 'em after all the custom hacks I've done. I'd practically need to write my own manual on her for anybody to get her running again. I'm...
Forum: V6
01-30-2009, 11:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 612
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: 92 3.1 v6 trying to convert to a 5 speed PLEASE HELP !

If you do not have alot of money, DO NOT DO THIS. I got into my T-5 swap with a $150 transmission from a camaro that came with such annoying things as the pedal assembly... I still didn't get OUT of...
Forum: South West Region
01-06-2008, 09:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 315
Posted By TechSmurf

WTB - Extra MSD 8.5mm Universal Wires

I've got some MSD 8.5mm super conductor wires laying around I'd like to toss in my 2000... but I've only got 4. If anyone has an extra pair of plug-end-only terminated wires from a universal kit with...
Forum: South West Region
12-16-2007, 09:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,139
Posted By TechSmurf

Man... you posted that 2 days after I ordered my...

Man... you posted that 2 days after I ordered my Snypers... I'd have so been there (had to replace wheels due to pot-hole check)
Forum: South West Region
12-10-2007, 08:44 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,570
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: Any 3rd Genners in Tucson?

Also Rita Ranch... but no thirds in Tucson. If anyone has a wrenching project they need an extra hand with, though, I might be available ;)
Forum: South West Region
12-03-2007, 02:04 AM
Replies: 320
Views: 21,835
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: **Tucson 3rd Gen Gathering: Sign up here**

12/8 I'll be out of town (generally I disappear every other weekend).. 12/15 anyone? ;)
Forum: South West Region
11-30-2007, 02:03 AM
Replies: 320
Views: 21,835
Posted By TechSmurf

Re: **Tucson 3rd Gen Gathering: Sign up here**

We still tryin' this? I can't show up in a third, but I can at least up Synapsis by showing in an F-body ;)
Forum: V6
10-02-2006, 12:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 715
Posted By TechSmurf

Shoulda been locked in '01 too.. END.

Shoulda been locked in '01 too.. END.
Forum: V6
09-28-2006, 02:45 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,425
Posted By TechSmurf

Thread closed penting administrative...

Thread closed penting administrative authorization or decision to delete.
Forum: V6
07-13-2006, 10:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,593
Posted By TechSmurf

The symptoms sound very similar to what my '88...

The symptoms sound very similar to what my '88 was doing when I bought her. Turned out to be TPS wires resting on a valve cover and shorting out once she warmed up... may not be wires specifically,...
Forum: V6
07-10-2006, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 581
Posted By TechSmurf

Sweet! Teach me not to read P/H/S/C :D

Sweet! Teach me not to read P/H/S/C :D
Forum: V6
07-10-2006, 01:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 712
Posted By TechSmurf

Gauge Cluster Ground Bypass...

Gauge Cluster Ground Bypass (http://members.cox.net/techsmurf/ClusterGround/)
Forum: V6
07-10-2006, 01:15 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,486
Posted By TechSmurf

Wow....... and I mean wow. This is old :D ...

Wow....... and I mean wow. This is old :D

Let's see... 168k on the clock now... 700R4 died its final death on the operating table, retrofitted with T5. 2.8 is dying on the operating table with a...
Forum: V6
07-10-2006, 01:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 581
Posted By TechSmurf

Other than what you've said, I can't find any...

Other than what you've said, I can't find any evidince that this is official in any way....
Forum: V6
07-09-2006, 04:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 659
Posted By TechSmurf

Nice! :D

Nice! :D
Forum: V6
07-09-2006, 05:32 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,004
Posted By TechSmurf

Why do I get the feeling Doward hasn't been hard...

Why do I get the feeling Doward hasn't been hard enough on you guys? When I left I'm pretty sure everyone respected TGO's tech-only policy. Ah well, there's a cure to that :)

Non-Tech, Locked.
...
Forum: V6
07-05-2006, 06:19 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 6,424
Posted By TechSmurf

oh my god... how old is that post?!?! Don't quote...

oh my god... how old is that post?!?! Don't quote stuff that old! Yikes! 05-16-2003, 01:20 PM... uh.. yeah.. over 3 years ago...

My new understanding of the speed density we have is... it doesn't...
Forum: V6
07-05-2006, 06:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,326
Posted By TechSmurf

Surpassing what the stock ECU can handle is...

Surpassing what the stock ECU can handle is easy.. the MAF taps out crying very early into a positive-pressure project. It's difficult to surpass what the stock ECU can be made to handle, however......
Forum: V6
07-05-2006, 06:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By TechSmurf

I'm dropping 1 heat range when I swap over to the...

I'm dropping 1 heat range when I swap over to the 3.4... 2.8 loads up on oil too fast to think about going colder.
Forum: South West Region
04-26-2006, 05:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By TechSmurf

well... that sucks. Not exactly living on the...

well... that sucks. Not exactly living on the east side of town yet, so everything seems a bit out of my way... ah well.
Forum: South West Region
04-19-2006, 05:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By TechSmurf

Hangouts in Tucson?

Where does everyone randomly gather in Tucson?
Forum: V6
04-18-2006, 04:51 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,612
Posted By TechSmurf

Nope. Doward's running something obscenely...

Nope. Doward's running something obscenely non-stock now.. I'm running a MKIII Supra CT26, and it's a bit big for a 2.8l
Forum: Problems / Help / Suggestions / Comments
03-23-2006, 03:36 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 291
Posted By TechSmurf

Attachment Limits

In light of the theoretically new server and its theoretically superior hardware, has the limit of 3 attachments per thread been reconsidered yet?
Forum: South West Region
03-23-2006, 01:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 470
Posted By TechSmurf

Suggested Paint/Body Shops in Tucson?

Any reccomendations besides Jet's vote for Thoroughbred Paint & Body? Looking to not have to leave my car in Sierra Vista for body work... but there's a shop down there I trust to do it right, so...
Forum: South West Region
03-20-2006, 03:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 799
Posted By TechSmurf

What material for the spacer? And does it include...

What material for the spacer? And does it include the extended bolts or any gaskets?
Forum: V6
03-19-2006, 01:02 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,612
Posted By TechSmurf

Good to see another turbo going in. :) Keep up...

Good to see another turbo going in. :) Keep up with the pics!
Forum: South West Region
03-10-2006, 05:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,780
Posted By TechSmurf

Looks like I'll be working... but the weather...

Looks like I'll be working... but the weather forecast doesn't appear to be improving either. Crappy :(

Accuweather:
Saturday
Tucson, AZ Weather
Rather cloudy, breezy and cold with showers...
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