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Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2001, 03:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 547
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Hi Mangus, I have gotten those two...

Hi Mangus,
I have gotten those two codes together a few times.Try replacing the MAF burnoff relay it is not very exspensive.I did that and both codes went away. As for the pinging where is...
Forum: History / Originality
09-30-2001, 02:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 366
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I myself prefer the clean lines of the Formula....

I myself prefer the clean lines of the Formula. It was also about five thousand dollars cheaper than a GTA.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-18-2001, 03:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 360
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I second that. I changed my stock springs on the...

I second that. I changed my stock springs on the car when it had only 30,000 original miles on it when I put my Crane Roller rockers on and found out they had only around 40 pounds seat pressure at...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-07-2001, 02:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 338
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I think you may have answered the question...

I think you may have answered the question yourself when you said you have a stripped out tranny mount. I would fix that right away before you might really do some damage to tranny. Then see what...
Forum: Exhaust
09-01-2001, 02:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 582
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Hi Dave, if you want to get a converter, get a...

Hi Dave, if you want to get a converter, get a Catco Cat from Summit Racing. I recently bought two for my car. I can drop you off a catalog Thursday or Friday if you want.
Forum: TPI
08-31-2001, 03:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 548
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I bought mine at Pep Boys for around $65.00 ...

I bought mine at Pep Boys for around $65.00

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SLP 1 5/8 Headers,Dual Catco cats,ATR catback exhaust,SLP cold air box,Crane 1:6 roller rockers,Bosch plugs and MSD wires,MSD...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-28-2001, 03:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 849
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Thanx for the info Pino. When I had my car...

Thanx for the info Pino. When I had my car smogged two years ago I had the headers and catback system and had no problem with EGR, but a week before I had it smogged this year I had the Catco Cats...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-26-2001, 02:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 849
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

When I had my car smogged a month ago it passed...

When I had my car smogged a month ago it passed emissions easily, but the tech said my EGR valve was not working properly. I noticed that he had two guys with rags try to plug up my exhaust while he...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-25-2001, 02:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 459
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

About a month ago I bought 2 Catco Cats from...

About a month ago I bought 2 Catco Cats from summit for around $125.00 shipped to my door. They flow better than stock, and I passed calif. emmisions easily. Plus they sound better!
Forum: Exhaust
08-22-2001, 02:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 572
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I just had two Catco Cats put on my car in place...

I just had two Catco Cats put on my car in place of the stock ones they were 2.5 inches and the stock were 2 1/4. Hey Tacoboy I was in Billings last year in October and could not find a room anywhere...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-21-2001, 02:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,373
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I do not think it was the cord because before we...

I do not think it was the cord because before we plugged it into my car we had it plugged into a 85 IROC and it was working. Also I did try to wiggle cord around while it was in my car. But thanks...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-19-2001, 02:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,373
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

We tried with car running and with just ignition...

We tried with car running and with just ignition turned on but car not running. Also let it sit a few minutes and tried it again.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-17-2001, 11:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,373
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Auto X-Ray says Vehicle Not Responding

Hello, I tried to hook a friends auto x-ray to my car. he put in all the correct numbers but when we tried to get a reading it kept saying "Vehicle Not Responding" We went thru all the trouble...
Forum: Body
08-17-2001, 02:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 585
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I bought my car brand new off the lot and at the...

I bought my car brand new off the lot and at the time I had a choice of Formula or GTA and my choice was Formula. I personally do not like all that ground effect stuff, I like the cleaner lines of...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-10-2001, 02:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 318
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Ron check out this site also in tech tips ...

Ron check out this site also in tech tips
www.calgarydragracing.ab.ca (http://www.calgarydragracing.ab.ca)
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-09-2001, 12:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,194
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

JETHROIROC, If you do a search on rhino ramps in...

JETHROIROC, If you do a search on rhino ramps in aftermarket product review you will see on April 5th I asked about these ramps and you will see one reply about them sagging. Who knows why,but glad...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-09-2001, 12:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 871
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Electronic Spark Timing Module

Can someone please tell me what the module in the distributor does? And what the Electronic Spark Control Circuit does that is behind my Mass Air Flow Burnoff Relay? Are they related? Thanks for any...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-08-2001, 03:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,194
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I have a set of Rhino Ramps and they work great....

I have a set of Rhino Ramps and they work great. Just do not leave your car on them for more than a week as I remember a post where someone said his ramps started to sagg a bit.
Forum: Exhaust
08-05-2001, 01:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 589
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Hello Dave, I live in San Leandro that 02 sensor...

Hello Dave, I live in San Leandro that 02 sensor can be very hard to take off. Just had mine replaced and two cats but had it done at shop. Try spraying some lubricant on it it might make it easier....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-05-2001, 02:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 403
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I had two new Catco cats put on my car a couple...

I had two new Catco cats put on my car a couple of weeks ago and then the next week I had my car smogged and it passed easily.At idle my reading was 37 the max allowed is 120 and at 2500 rpm my...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-02-2001, 04:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 723
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Anyone rent a scan tool

Does anyone know if there are any places to rent a scan tool? Or which one is the best to buy under $200 or so. Thanks for any info
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-02-2001, 12:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 652
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Replace EGR valve

I know I will have to remove plenum and runners to get it out,but will I have to remove fuel rails also? And what is the best adjustable fuel pressure regulator I think most people liked the Holley...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-02-2001, 12:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 407
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Just curious, why would you want to set your base...

Just curious, why would you want to set your base timing back to 6 with a aftermarket chip?
Forum: Exhaust
07-31-2001, 02:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I just had two Catco cats put on my car a couple...

I just had two Catco cats put on my car a couple of weeks ago and then took it down to have it smogged and my car was way under emmisions. I live in the eastbay.

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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-28-2001, 01:14 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 228
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Good accelaration in 2nd,lousy in drive

If I am just going down the street around 30 miles on hour and my car is in 2nd and nail it it picks up instantly but when I shift it to drive there is a long hesitation is this normal? Is there...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-28-2001, 01:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 446
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

JTmilller92,I have Eibach springs on my car the...

JTmilller92,I have Eibach springs on my car the ones that lower it 3/4 to a inch. You might have some problems in the front but I can not say for sure. I believe the back spacing on the front and...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-27-2001, 08:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 446
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I have the 17X9.5 ROH ZS on my car all the way...

I have the 17X9.5 ROH ZS on my car all the way around with 275/40/17s and they do not stick out. It gets real close on the inside fender well in the front on a full lock turn but there is room. Plus...
Forum: Exhaust
07-27-2001, 01:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 689
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I just replaced my stock dual cats with Catcos...

I just replaced my stock dual cats with Catcos they were only like $120.00 shipped to my door from Summitt Racing and arrived on a Sunday which I did not expect I ordered them on Friday. I would keep...
Forum: Exhaust
07-24-2001, 03:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Thanks for the info guys. My car came stock with...

Thanks for the info guys. My car came stock with dual cats 2 1/4 inlet and outlet these are 2 1/2 but the cat size is still the same.I will have to do some more checking under car to see if I see...
Forum: Exhaust
07-22-2001, 02:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Two new Catco cats

I had two new Catco cats installed on my car this week in place of the stock cats. The car is louder and it seems to vibrate more is this normal? Even when I just turn the key before the car actually...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-19-2001, 01:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 385
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Two new Catco cats and heated 02 sensor

I just had two new catco cats and heated 02 sensor installed in my car at a shop. Driving the car home it seems a little louder and to be running rough. The cats seem to be installed correctly and...
Forum: Exhaust
07-10-2001, 02:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 366
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Obviously that shop does not know too much about...

Obviously that shop does not know too much about 3rd gen cars. Dual cats on my car from the first day I bought it at dealership.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-08-2001, 02:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,614
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I agree with previous post. You might feel like...

I agree with previous post. You might feel like you are shot out like a rocket with a 3000 or so stall speed but you are wasting usuable rpm. L98s stock or mild mods start to die around 5000 rpm. If...
Forum: Exhaust
07-08-2001, 01:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 495
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I usually work from 2 to 11 at nite but have...

I usually work from 2 to 11 at nite but have different days off. I can usually go outside for a minute or two whenever as I work in the produce dept. This week I am off Wed and Thurs.
Forum: Exhaust
07-05-2001, 07:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 495
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

1990 IROCZ I work at the Albertsons at South...

1990 IROCZ I work at the Albertsons at South Shore in Alameda why don't you bring your car by sometime for me to check it out.

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SLP 1 5/8 Headers,ATR catback exhaust,SLP cold...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-05-2001, 01:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,614
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

How do you determine when your engine starts to...

How do you determine when your engine starts to make power? Is the camshaft the most critical point or can other mods make a difference? Would you say a stock L98 starts around 1500rpm? I was...
Forum: Exhaust
06-27-2001, 02:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 733
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I did a lot of info searching a few weeks back as...

I did a lot of info searching a few weeks back as I was replacing the cats in my car it came stock with dual cats. Random Tech would of cost me about $400 for two converters,but I ended up ordering...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-26-2001, 03:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 361
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I just went to parts store and got a hose the...

I just went to parts store and got a hose the same size with a 90 degree angle in it then I had to cut it a little.

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SLP 1 5/8 Headers,ATR catback exhaust,SLP cold air box,Crane...
Forum: Exhaust
06-22-2001, 02:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 671
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Mo I live in the Bay Area and got my Bosch heated...

Mo I live in the Bay Area and got my Bosch heated sensor at Pep Boys for $60.00.

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SLP 1 5/8 Headers,ATR catback exhaust,SLP cold air box,Crane 1:6 roller rockers,Bosch plugs and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-22-2001, 01:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 383
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Check WS6.com if you think it is useless.

Check WS6.com if you think it is useless.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-19-2001, 03:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 449
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Addy for Formula Source

Does anyone have the address for the Formula Source. Somehow I lost it from my favorites. Thanks (Raymond)
Forum: TPI
06-17-2001, 02:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,941
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Can someone tell me for what reason would I want...

Can someone tell me for what reason would I want to go with ASM,s long tube regular runners,or why would I want to go with the siamese runners. I really have no plans on changing the heads on the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-15-2001, 03:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 574
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Well I just ordered a pair of Catco converters...

Well I just ordered a pair of Catco converters from Summit Racing 2.5 inlet and outlet for $120. They are also made from stainless 409 the same as my headers.I see a lot of guys here running them...
Forum: TPI
06-15-2001, 02:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 458
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Check your battery voltage I get that code 36...

Check your battery voltage I get that code 36 somtimes because my battery wears down as I do not drive car very often. I charge up my battery and code is gone. Somtimes I get code 42 with it also.
Forum: TPI
06-15-2001, 02:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,941
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Can someone tell me why ASM,s runner are longer...

Can someone tell me why ASM,s runner are longer than stock while all the others are shorter.
Forum: Exhaust
06-10-2001, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 591
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Need Info on Catco Cats

I am going to replace cats on my car it came stock with dual cats. Think I am goinng to go with Catco cats. I called Summit Racing and they said I would use part#6005 2.25 inlet and outlet. But would...
Forum: TPI
06-10-2001, 02:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 587
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Ron was looking at your mods and was wondering do...

Ron was looking at your mods and was wondering do you have headers on there?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-09-2001, 02:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 574
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

I have checked out the Carsound site before and...

I have checked out the Carsound site before and it seems that their cats are made real well and would flow good,but I have seen posts from members that have had a lot of trouble with them. And I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-07-2001, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 623
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Madmax I have one of those already on my car but...

Madmax I have one of those already on my car but I thought it was not a good idea to keep disconnecting battery a lot. Everytime I do that I have to reset my stereo controls,also I thought it was not...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-06-2001, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 623
Posted By Raymond 5.7 89 Formula

Hey Madmax just wondering what made you say that...

Hey Madmax just wondering what made you say that about the battery and code 36. I do not drive my car often and from time to time get that code my battery does run down a lot. In fact was getting...
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