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Forum: Firebirds Wanted
10-16-2019, 06:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,830
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Firebird roller or project car

How much? You’re in Dallas?
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
09-13-2019, 07:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,830
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Firebird roller or project car

That would be perfect, but that's too far of a drive.
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
08-27-2019, 03:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,830
Posted By A10Beav

Firebird roller or project car

Looking for a roller or car that needs work, somewhere around Texas. Basically, I'm looking for good body panels (without air extractor in fenders); the interior and engine don't matter.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
08-27-2019, 03:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,680
Posted By A10Beav

Re: 1989 Formula hardtop 305 TBI project

Did it sell?
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-13-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,379
Posted By A10Beav

Re: BMR torque arm and Drew's crossmember install

The trak pak is great for drag racing, but it annoyed me many times with normal street use. It's just nice not having to worry about that any more.

I forgot to take pictures before installing the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-09-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,379
Posted By A10Beav

BMR torque arm and Drew's crossmember install

After 5 years with a BMR Trak Pak, I got tired of the low ground clearance. I picked up one of their regular adjustable torque arms and parts of the forward mount, so I could weld it onto my Drew's...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-06-2012, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,405
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS2 In A Thirdgen Help

No problem and good luck with the build!
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2012, 03:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,405
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS2 In A Thirdgen Help

Ok, I have all GTO accessories, except for the A/C. So yes, that will fit.
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-04-2012, 06:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,405
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS2 In A Thirdgen Help

The A/C compressor and bracket are from Street and Performance: http://hotrodlane.cc/. I think the catalogue has changed, but look under the LS section and I think it's part of a kit, but you can...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-07-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 483
Views: 102,228
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS3 Engine Swap

Nice work! I also want to get rid of the BMR trak pak, but did you notice a lot more noise in the car after installing the Jegster? I figured there would be more rear end noise going into the car,...
Forum: TPI
07-03-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 505
Views: 95,540
Posted By A10Beav

Re: 1987 Supercharged TPI w/ megasquirt/complete repaint build thread

Nice work, that's a beautiful car.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-28-2012, 10:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,217
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Fuel Tank Vent Valve

PM sent.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-28-2012, 09:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,217
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Fuel Tank Vent Valve

Alright. I know these are hard to come by.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-28-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,217
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Fuel Tank Vent Valve

Tunedperformanc, I'd like to take that off your hands! Is it still available?
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-24-2010, 01:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,517
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LSX Swap strut tower brace

This only happens if you don't center it properly before drilling/bolting it in. I've had a 3 point on my 99 Firehawk for the past 10 years and I've never had a crack.

I have one of these in my...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-25-2009, 12:30 PM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

Congrats on the engagement! Also, glad to hear you're driving the car daily and that it's running pretty good.
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-09-2009, 12:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,405
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS2 In A Thirdgen Help

Yea, it became upgrade time. Now I wish I had done this in the first place!
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-08-2009, 02:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,405
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS2 In A Thirdgen Help

:thanks:

Unfortunately, that LS2 died two months ago. A rod broke and two pistons came apart, the block and all internals were damaged as well :mad:
It took a few weeks to get a replacement,...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-20-2009, 02:02 PM
Replies: 483
Views: 102,228
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS3 Engine Swap

Nice work!
Forum: Electronics
03-29-2009, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,632
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Battery relocation install

Yes, you can run it under the car, but ensure it's tied down in quite a few places so it doesn't hang. I wanted to hide mine, and not risk it hanging low later on. A fuse is important here in case...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-11-2009, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 698
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Help me diagnose a driveline vibration!

Can you adjust your pinion angle? It could be at a bad angle and causing vibration under load.
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-11-2009, 04:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,039
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS cold air intake

That looks pretty good and at a good price.
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-06-2009, 02:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,237
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Coated Hawks/Stainless LS1 swap headers?

True, it's hard to do without something like an IR thermometer.
Forum: Electronics
02-06-2009, 02:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,632
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Battery relocation install

Thanks. How many of you guys are running a battery disconnect switch? Where?
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-05-2009, 02:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,237
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Coated Hawks/Stainless LS1 swap headers?

I have Jett Hot coated Hawks headers. You can research about ceramic coatings and see what difference it makes, it's not just a fad. Hot gasses also will travel faster through the exhaust system. ...
Forum: Electronics
02-05-2009, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,632
Posted By A10Beav

Battery relocation install

Here's what I did for my battery relocation to the trunk. I used a 1/0 ga. cable from Taylor that runs from the battery to the starter, I then kept the stock cable from the starter to the electrical...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-21-2008, 09:27 PM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

Nice work J! Glad to see it out and running.

You just shouldn't beat up the clutch too soon; don't pop it and avoid hard launches. 500 miles will go by soon enough when you start driving it...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-17-2008, 11:30 PM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

Hang in there man, these challenges make it more rewarding later!

If you want to hold off on painting, then try buffing it with a variable speed buffer and rubbing compound. Depending on how bad...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-13-2008, 05:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,764
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LM7 Into an iroc-z -> DBW Info, Header Mod Info, Truck wiring+more!

Nice work on the build, now have some fun with it!
Forum: Interior
08-11-2008, 11:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,890
Posted By A10Beav

Re: My 4thgen door panel swap 95% done

Looks good!

I'd like to see how it bolts to the door, so it doesn't get pulled off when you close the door.
Forum: Exhaust
08-09-2008, 08:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,745
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Dual 3.5inch exhaust with ground clearance?

Nice set up. Are you taking out the passenger seat for good, or making a new mounting bracket for it?
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-09-2008, 07:58 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 39,735
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS1/700r4 Swap into 1987 GTA

Nice work, looks like it's coming together pretty good!
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-06-2008, 08:58 AM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

Nice work! Hopefully it's all downhill from here.
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-06-2008, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 975
Posted By A10Beav

Re: starter help

I have the factory GTO starter, it clears the Hawks headers just fine.
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-25-2008, 11:22 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 47,333
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Show me your engine bay

Some good looking cars out there!
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-25-2008, 11:13 AM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

Looking good, can't wait to see it all together again!
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-23-2008, 06:39 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 47,333
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Show me your engine bay

Thanks!

The bracket if from here: http://www.hotrodlane.cc/ They've changed the catalog, but you'll have to search under the LS1 accessory section. It's probably shown as part of a kit, but you...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-23-2008, 09:02 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 47,333
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Show me your engine bay

http://img247.imageshack.us/img247/4531/enginesy0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/3581/customfrczo4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-01-2008, 10:08 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,179
Posted By A10Beav

Re: My 1991 RS Vert LS1 Swap With lots of pics!!

Looks like you have some good plans for this swap!
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-30-2008, 09:39 AM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

It's looking good! Nice work.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-13-2008, 08:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,189
Posted By A10Beav

Re: LS3 in the 1992 firebird RUNNING... Video link

Sweet! Good looking car too.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-03-2008, 07:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 895
Posted By A10Beav

Re: what to look for?

If you buy from a wrecked car, you don't want an engine from a front collision; even if it looks like a low speed accident. A roll over will have less chance of damage to the engine.

You'll save...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-03-2008, 07:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,377
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Wrote a 3rdgen fbody specific swap manual

Nice work, this will make things easier for folks later on!
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-02-2008, 07:35 AM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

I left the insulation on the firewall and wheel wells because it was thicker, and then placed Second Skin over it. I removed the factory rubber "insulation" mats.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-31-2008, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 724
Posted By A10Beav

Re: winter projects FINALLY done!

:thanks:
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-31-2008, 12:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,010
Posted By A10Beav

Re: represent a thirdgen on ls1tech.com

Congrats on the selection and sweet ride!
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-31-2008, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 724
Posted By A10Beav

winter projects FINALLY done!

This took months longer than planned, partly due to a serious delay by a perfomance shop. This started off with just a power steering cooler and then I decided to add a remote reservoir for it as...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-31-2008, 10:53 AM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

Unfortunately I'm away from my home all summer and I don't have the pics. The Taylor cable already has the battery connector on it, so you have to buy a 0 gauge connection for the starter, then 2...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-31-2008, 07:30 AM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

The battery relocation is fairly easy, but you'll need to get an Optima battery to prevent getting gasses inside the the car; otherwise you need a sealed battery box and vent it outside. I know this...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-30-2008, 08:02 PM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,425
Posted By A10Beav

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

You know you want more projects!:) Here's another one: Second Skin insulation.

It'll be a lot easier now with the interior torn out to do both of those! The battery move isn't that hard. I used...
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