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Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-10-2005, 09:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,588
Posted By 88gta305

Sorry to burst any bubbles, but I have a carbed...

Sorry to burst any bubbles, but I have a carbed ZZ3, 345HP crate engine in my corvette with 3.55 gears and a turbo 400 tranny. It runs low 14's n/a, but runs 12.7's with 100 hp nitrous. The ZZ3 is...
Forum: TPI
01-09-2004, 11:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,126
Posted By 88gta305

Hey Jmiller, I know I am late getting in on...

Hey Jmiller,
I know I am late getting in on this but the ZZ4 does not use L98 corvette heads. The corvette heads are 64cc, the ZZ4 has 57cc. I have both motors. Just FYI :)

Cheers
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-21-2002, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 836
Posted By 88gta305

Put one in myself, 85K on the tranny. Will...

Put one in myself, 85K on the tranny.
Will chirp to second at parking lot speeds.
No problems so far.

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Body
07-02-2002, 07:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,280
Posted By 88gta305

Hey Andy, Those hinges look just like mine....

Hey Andy,
Those hinges look just like mine. They really work great.
Everyone should buy them!!!!

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Body
06-28-2002, 12:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,427
Posted By 88gta305

Order Andy's new greasable hinges, I have them...

Order Andy's new greasable hinges, I have them installed, and they are terrific. The entire car has less squeaks and rattles!.

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-27-2002, 12:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 906
Posted By 88gta305

Alpine CDA-7897. Seems to have everything,...

Alpine CDA-7897. Seems to have everything, including the stealth oversize fantom face. A bit pricey, but I love mine.

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Body
06-27-2002, 11:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,015
Posted By 88gta305

Ouch urbman, replaced the pins and bushings, but...

Ouch urbman, replaced the pins and bushings, but my tesion wheel was not damaged like that.

Sorry, cant find the part number.

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Body
06-27-2002, 10:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,015
Posted By 88gta305

James, I used a floor jack on the drivers...

James,
I used a floor jack on the drivers door, but I had someone hold the door for the entire time I had the hinge pins out. I didn't remove the weatherstripping at the front of the door, but...
Forum: Body
06-27-2002, 07:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,015
Posted By 88gta305

James, Use a hoist to support the weight...

James,
Use a hoist to support the weight of the door. Do not pry on any of the hinge parts. Do get someone to help, or at least for moral support. Make sure the grease nipples face you...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-25-2002, 09:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 348
Posted By 88gta305

Hinge Pins

This may be the wrong place to post this. However, I have just finished installing 3rdgensolutions greasable hinge pins on my 88 GTA. The hardest part of the installation is grinding off the heads...
Forum: Body
06-25-2002, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,015
Posted By 88gta305

Door Hinges

This may be the wrong place to post this. However, I have just finished installing 3rdgensolutions greasable hinge pins on my 88 GTA. The hardest part of the installation is grinding off the heads...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-22-2002, 09:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 383
Posted By 88gta305

Thanks for the response, unfortunately, new...

Thanks for the response, unfortunately, new mounts, and new flexplate when engine installed. ( By dealer ).

Cheers

Richard
Forum: TPI
03-22-2002, 09:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 587
Posted By 88gta305

Engine shakes

OK, got a vibration at 1000 - 1300, goes away until 2000-2500, causes dash to shake up and down. Does it in neutral, in the driveway, and on the road when moving, so it is not driveline.
Looked at...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-22-2002, 07:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 383
Posted By 88gta305

Help, engine shaking?

OK, got a vibration at 1000 - 1300, goes away until 2000-2500, causes dash to shake up and down. Does it in neutral, in the driveway, and on the road when moving, so it is not driveline.
Looked at...
Forum: Exhaust
03-07-2002, 01:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 418
Posted By 88gta305

Nope, my headers have been on a while, and look...

Nope, my headers have been on a while, and look like they did when I installed them.

Sorry

Cheers

Richard
Forum: TPI
02-28-2002, 07:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 598
Posted By 88gta305

Hi Pete, Gear drives are notorious for...

Hi Pete,
Gear drives are notorious for interfering with the knock sensor which will cause the timing to always be trying to retard.

Just thought I would let you know.

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Engine Swap
02-26-2002, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 599
Posted By 88gta305

When the A/C is on ant the temp lever is at its...

When the A/C is on ant the temp lever is at its coldest position, this valve routes the water exiting the throttle body back to the radiator. In any other position, it allows the water to go through...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-26-2002, 02:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By 88gta305

Also, look for the limited slip additive metal...

Also, look for the limited slip additive metal tag attached to the diff cover by one of the bolts.

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2002, 02:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 381
Posted By 88gta305

Well, I have basically the same setup, but...

Well, I have basically the same setup, but different :doh:
I have the Comp magnum 270, holly 750 mech sec, Performer RPM intake, and cheapo header, with a TH350. Put my truck in the high 13's. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2002, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 397
Posted By 88gta305

Got the Shakes, Any ideas??????

:waveman: Hi guys,
Got a really odd one for ya. Engine has a nasty vibration at 1300, 2000 and 4000 rpm.
Engine is new, as are motor mounts. Does it under load, off load, driving, or just...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-20-2002, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 580
Posted By 88gta305

Had mine installed by Ernie Miller Pontiac in...

Had mine installed by Ernie Miller Pontiac in Tulsa, and the total bill for the complete installation, including the engine itself (goodwrench 350, flat tappet cam, 230 hp, 300 lbf torgue)
came to...
Forum: TPI
02-08-2002, 03:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,331
Posted By 88gta305

Dustin, I have a flat tappet cam, and a...

Dustin,
I have a flat tappet cam, and a scanner. There is no interference between the cam and the knock sensor. The esc is looking for some very specific harmonics from the block.
...
Forum: Exhaust
02-08-2002, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 993
Posted By 88gta305

I have the flowtech coated headers and y pipe on...

I have the flowtech coated headers and y pipe on my GTA, they fit perfectly, there was no interference, the coating was great, the quality of the welding, and the o-ring / head seal was excellent. ...
Forum: DIY PROM
02-07-2002, 05:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 378
Posted By 88gta305

Really wierd question

During dyno runs on my 88 GTA, the ECM is commanding the torque converter to lock up at around 4000 rpm (approx 100 mph), this really screws up the horsepower curve right at the busy part and causes...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-07-2002, 05:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,176
Posted By 88gta305

Ok, not wanting to rain on anyones parde, but...

Ok, not wanting to rain on anyones parde, but please please check the cylinder walls if you have had a hydrostatic lock.
A friend of mine had a hydrostatic lock due to a blown head gasket on a...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-07-2002, 01:28 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 1,915
Posted By 88gta305

Not particularly relevant, but an interesting...

Not particularly relevant, but an interesting thought for the modular mustang boys who put blowers on their 4.6 motors. In order to 'safely' accomplish the same thing on the 03 cobra, ford has...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-06-2002, 10:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 554
Posted By 88gta305

Yep, sorry, regular length plugs with careful...

Yep, sorry, regular length plugs with careful wire management.

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-06-2002, 10:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 637
Posted By 88gta305

:doh: Some people have entirely too much...

:doh:

Some people have entirely too much time in their hands

Cheers

Richard
Forum: TPI
02-06-2002, 04:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,331
Posted By 88gta305

Hey 87IROC Sorry I missed your PM. I left to...

Hey 87IROC
Sorry I missed your PM. I left to go to the Dyno to see if my new mods had any effect. Now 198.4 RWHP,, 297.3 RWTQ.

I am a member of TFCC, go to www.tulsafbody.com. We welcome new...
Forum: TPI
02-06-2002, 12:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,331
Posted By 88gta305

If you block off the EGR port, you will throw a...

If you block off the EGR port, you will throw a code. The ECM measures the temperature of the gas at the base of the EGR valve. When it commands the valve to open, if it doesnt see a rapid...
Forum: TPI
02-06-2002, 10:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 633
Posted By 88gta305

Dont be too quick to assume its the injectors. ...

Dont be too quick to assume its the injectors. My fuel pressure drops to zero immediately on stopping the engine. Before and after changing the injectors!
Put some rubber hose on the jaws of a set...
Forum: TPI
02-05-2002, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 592
Posted By 88gta305

Generally speaking, they are not a performance...

Generally speaking, they are not a performance head. They can be used to build a torque monster, thats about all. There is a spiral ramp around the intake valve stem which is used to intruduce a...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-05-2002, 09:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,926
Posted By 88gta305

Yeah, there was no warmth from sincerity coming...

Yeah, there was no warmth from sincerity coming from my monitor. :D :D :D
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-05-2002, 08:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 683
Posted By 88gta305

Good kill, I think he was playing though. Those...

Good kill, I think he was playing though. Those Regal GN's run mid high 13's out of the box when they were produced.
Maybe his motor is tired?

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-05-2002, 08:46 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,975
Posted By 88gta305

Cruised at about 565 mph. Or do you want to keep...

Cruised at about 565 mph. Or do you want to keep this strictly to cars LOL


Cheers

Richard
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-05-2002, 08:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,926
Posted By 88gta305

Wow, with all these new 4 cylinder econoboxes, GM...

Wow, with all these new 4 cylinder econoboxes, GM really knows how to answer to f*rds new 390 hp supercharged cobra.

Bet the F*rd boys will really be running scared when the light turns green
...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-04-2002, 03:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 890
Posted By 88gta305

Joe in our car club (TFCC) has an 02 lightening,...

Joe in our car club (TFCC) has an 02 lightening, and has run 13.48 @ 101.05 with a 2.01 60ft bone stock! Stunning performance for any stock vehicle, but especially a truck.
Watch out for them,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-04-2002, 03:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,441
Posted By 88gta305

Vortec 350 is not necessarily a 4 bolt main. ...

Vortec 350 is not necessarily a 4 bolt main. 64cc combustion chambers gives 9.8:1 compression.
I will get cam specs tonight.
L98 heads will give you 9.0:1 compression, and will basically give you...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-04-2002, 03:05 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,188
Posted By 88gta305

Cool. Thanks, caught some of TF&TF at an airport...

Cool. Thanks, caught some of TF&TF at an airport one day, didnt like to see the charger get rolled. Thought it was interested how they wreck the car, roll the front wheels under the car, then it...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-04-2002, 02:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,188
Posted By 88gta305

p.s. what is nawssed ???????? :confused:

p.s. what is nawssed ???????? :confused:
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-04-2002, 02:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,188
Posted By 88gta305

^ up on soapbox Well, here goes. I have...

^ up on soapbox

Well, here goes. I have several friends in the auto insurance business. Around here, many of the insurance companies have their own appraisers. They will not take the word of a...
Forum: TPI
02-04-2002, 12:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 472
Posted By 88gta305

If you have a bad wire, EMI noise can cause false...

If you have a bad wire, EMI noise can cause false triggering of code 45.
Also, if the MAF sees abnormally high Airflow, (removed screens) poorly designed CAI, it can cause a fuel enrichment at...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-04-2002, 12:19 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,188
Posted By 88gta305

Note to camaro_hunter. The insurance deal you...

Note to camaro_hunter.
The insurance deal you were talking about. When all these people take these small engined cars and put a turbo or blower on them, if they have an accident, and tha car is...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-04-2002, 12:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 563
Posted By 88gta305

STS's are quick for a big car, but I have beaten...

STS's are quick for a big car, but I have beaten them comfortably in the truck, and in the GTA.
Still, I would take one if one was given to me. :)

Cheers

Richard
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-04-2002, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,441
Posted By 88gta305

Cylinder heads are different. Thats about it. ...

Cylinder heads are different. Thats about it.
Vortec has different intake manifold bolt pattern, improved swirl into the chambers, kidney shaped combustion chambers, fast burn design, all sitting...
Forum: TPI
02-04-2002, 09:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 507
Posted By 88gta305

Justin, The green / yellow wire is grounded...

Justin,
The green / yellow wire is grounded by the ECM when a purge cycle is requested, the other wire goes to +12v via the gages fuse.
This power also goes to the port / divert solenoids on...
Forum: TPI
02-04-2002, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 729
Posted By 88gta305

Blk91, you should not disconnect it. The vacuum...

Blk91, you should not disconnect it. The vacuum line from the throttle bode is what is called a "calibrated leak". The TPI is designed to operate with it. If yoo leave the hose from the tank...
Forum: TPI
02-03-2002, 12:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 729
Posted By 88gta305

Guys, The canister must be upright. There...

Guys,
The canister must be upright. There is a small tray under the vapor tube in the center of the canister which can collect a small quantity of liquid fuel.
This can spill if the...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-31-2002, 08:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 374
Posted By 88gta305

Hi Mark, Thats more than I was guessing. I...

Hi Mark,
Thats more than I was guessing. I pay about 60 bucks for a local dyno shop. We have a couple here in Tulsa. I also have a g-tech pro, but the police here are pretty hot, I just got a...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-30-2002, 10:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 374
Posted By 88gta305

Just wondering

Going to the dyno in a couple of weeks, and the track when it opens.
Dont want to build myself up for too much, so, the usual question, any guesses.
BTW, its a 350/3.27 posi, 700 R4, see sig for...
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