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Forum: Exhaust
07-06-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 849
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Help with Headers (looking for some)

Wow, haven't been on here in a while. I've had a lot of stuff going on in my life over the years and I'm joining the Air Force. Well, back down to it. I did end up ordering the headers from...
Forum: V6
11-25-2007, 05:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,762
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: rebuilding 2.8 - installing timing gear ***.

^^^^^^???????

P.S. can you believe I received a MASTER engine REBUILD kit that came with gaskets that had a warranty that would be void if I didn't use new head bolts, but the shop didn't even...
Forum: V6
11-23-2007, 02:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: 3.4l build/ need advise & direction

I got my new heads from Marshall Engines, they're actually rebuilt, but they look (and smell lol) new and all parts are new in them. I'm satisfied so far, they got my order right and all, but I...
Forum: V6
11-23-2007, 02:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 482
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: On my last nerve? Yes

I fully agree with grimmcs here, but I wanted to add something, good luck finding new manifolds for a reasonable price. You can always find them in the junk yard, but they're always rusty on the...
Forum: V6
11-23-2007, 01:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,762
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: rebuilding 2.8 - installing timing gear ***.

ok, well I really appreciate your help, I'm going to order the gaskets, continue the the assembly of the engine, see if it runs well like it is, and if it doesn't, then I'll already have the gaskets...
Forum: V6
11-22-2007, 06:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,762
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: rebuilding 2.8 - installing timing gear ***.

well, I don't know Six_Shooter, I looked it over pretty well, but I can't really get to it now to check, anyways, I've already got the timing cover and water pump bolted on (with gaskets and RTV),...
Forum: V6
11-21-2007, 04:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 493
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: i good story for all

Dude, I know what you mean, I took my manifold off and I found a gunky mess, with a hard crusty full blown clog in my EGR port on my No. 6 cyl. and almost fully clogged hydraulic lifter on the same...
Forum: V6
11-21-2007, 03:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 673
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: high idle confusion

just throwing this out there...what about a speed sensor? Ya think that went bad? I've got a bad one that keeps throwing my SES light, but nothing physically changes that I notice. I'm gonna stop...
Forum: V6
11-21-2007, 03:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,762
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: rebuilding 2.8 - installing timing gear ***.

alright, I got it all put together properly this time. There were no marks on the crank gear but there was a mark on the cam gear, so I lined it up with the pointer on the chain damper having that...
Forum: V6
11-20-2007, 05:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,762
Posted By Cratemaster

rebuilding 2.8 - installing timing gear ***.

alright, I've got my timing gear assembly installed according to the instructions and picture in the Chilton's manual, but I'm worried that I might have it one tooth off to either side on the cam...
Forum: V6
11-17-2007, 01:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 884
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: underbody rust prevention

all right, thanks, I'll try that, and yes they do salt the roads up there, lol I also might consider the sandbag idea, it's been a while, (we usually use chains and are fine)
Forum: V6
11-17-2007, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 884
Posted By Cratemaster

underbody rust prevention

hey, i've just read a post about someone who didn't pass some safety check in PA because of rust. I'm not worried about any checks like that out here (california), nor do I have any noticeable rust,...
Forum: V6
11-12-2007, 07:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 566
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: any one need any parts from a 86 2.8 or the entire car ?

I doubt you'd want to go through the trouble, but I could use the rear transmission bracket. What condition are the exhaust manifolds in, I'd like to switch to headers, but if those manifolds are...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2007, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,474
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Connecting Rod Bearing replacement

Well, I know this is a dead post, but I just want to conclude it, I'm by no means done with re-assembling my engine, but I spoke with my uncle who is a certifide Airframe & Powerplant mechanic for...
Forum: FAQ Board
11-05-2007, 01:41 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 75,429
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: This is what your AIR injection system looks like

i've got an '84 2.8 and it's got a seperate belt for each accessory, a few of them also power the alternator, but this makes it easy to do an A.I.R. delete. In this small of an engine (and with all...
Forum: V6
10-31-2007, 02:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 725
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Rebuilding 2.8, do I need new rod bolts?

I couldn't find new rods for my engine that I could afford, so I went with reconditioned ones, the only problem, was that the place I bought them from only had 4, so I figured that I would take them...
Forum: V6
10-30-2007, 04:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 560
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Engine temp question

it definately sounds like a stuck open thermostat, but, hey, man, 220 is in the best operating range for temperature. Colder is NOT better, it's most efficient at that temp. That's why the fan...
Forum: V6
10-30-2007, 04:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 938
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: pulling the engine out

I know Pacesetter makes headers for your vehicle that have connections for your smog pump, here in California, the smog pump, must be hooked up and functioning, although you can find a smog shop that...
Forum: V6
10-30-2007, 04:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,464
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: knock at idle.

well, this reminds me of my spun rod bearing incident, it probably isn't this, since you would have very severe symptoms (power loss, very loud knocking) but when I first spun one of my rod...
Forum: V6
10-30-2007, 04:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,250
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Bellhousing Bolts

lol, you're gonna laugh at this once you get them out, and even more when you have to put them back in. I had to use a combination of breaker bars, extensions, and joints (the combo changes for...
Forum: V6
10-30-2007, 03:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,210
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: 2.8L gas milage

Roger that, that makes a lot of sense, I'm just being curious.
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 06:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 516
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: In need of dire help! 2.8 being a pain in my neck

well, I meant, to pack your bearings with man, you mentioned you've been having bearing and balljoint problems.
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 06:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 516
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: In need of dire help! 2.8 being a pain in my neck

I hear ya man, do you live in a moist climate? Because I live in the Mojave Desert of Southern California in the U.S. (very dry like maybe 2" of rain a year) and I've never experienced those kinds...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 06:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 469
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: oil pressure questions

ok, I was just worried, I didn't want you to have to go through what I'm going through, It's been like 6 months since I've driven my Camaro and a rod bearing spun so I've been rebuilding my engine...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 06:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 516
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: In need of dire help! 2.8 being a pain in my neck

oh, it's all good, dang you must be very frustrated then, I see, no worries, good luck and watch your fingertips lol
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 06:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 516
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: In need of dire help! 2.8 being a pain in my neck

oh I though NGK was a pretty good company, or are you just being sarcastic with me because I'm just trying to help. I've never had much luck when it comes to not getting hurt by short circuits lol,...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 05:55 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,092
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: v6 upgrades

Yeah, the 3.1 is just a 2.8 with bigger stroke, but that would mean getting an aftermarket stroker crank, that a lot of bottom-end work
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In know someone who's gotten about 300 hp out of...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 05:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 490
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: cold, no headlights?

maybe bad connections on headlight switch, might be vibration related, not heat related. Other wise, that's weird
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 05:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 516
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: In need of dire help! 2.8 being a pain in my neck

spark plug boot that is shorting like that is very bad/dangerous (to your health) lol and could be causing problems in your Emission Control system due to possible unburnt fuel and at the very least,...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 05:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 518
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: had an idea

I think you'll be fine if you incorporate the MAF sensor and maybe modify your design to go to the side of the engine, like most traditional CAI's Just to increase the length of the straight pipe the...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 05:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 725
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Rebuilding 2.8, do I need new rod bolts?

About the diesels, yeah, I believe it, how else to you think they get over 450-500 HP out of 4 cylinders, you can fit your head in the cylinder bores! and about the rod bolts, My machine shop didn't...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 05:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 469
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: oil pressure questions

I know I'm a new member, and still a gearhead noob, but here's my 2 cents. Make sure you check your oil, preferably when the motor is warm and has just been running, if that's not the problem, then...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 04:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,210
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: 2.8L gas milage

[quote=2_point8_boy;3481956]4 MPG is horrible, even for a carb'd vehicle.


I'm not questioning your comment at all, I was just was wondering why fuel injection is so much more efficient than...
Forum: V6
10-29-2007, 04:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,210
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: 2.8L gas milage

glad you got the gas thing fixed, 20MPG highway is good for my '84 2.8 so I think you're were you should be with you mpg, but...about that rpm jump on the hwy, you said you're transmission slips...
Forum: V6
10-28-2007, 03:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 626
Posted By Cratemaster

Crankshaft keyways

okay, I know this is gonna sound dumb, but (1) can you use the keys from the old crankshaft in the keyways of a new one, I'm asking because I recieved a rebuilt crank, but it didn't come with it's...
Forum: V6
10-28-2007, 02:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,742
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: questions and concerns about installing new cam bearings

ok ok, I got them installed...well, last week I did, I called my machine shop and the guy was very helpful and was very knowledgeable of the GM 1984 2.8 with all it's querks and problems, I installed...
Forum: V6
10-14-2007, 05:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,873
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: 1986 2.8 V6 Engine Oil Leaks

I've been getting most of my parts via rockauto.com
they have a really nice easy to use, can't screw up, parts browser. If you want to make sure your getting a part that will work, you can call the...
Forum: V6
10-14-2007, 05:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,742
Posted By Cratemaster

questions and concerns about installing new cam bearings

hello, you guys might remember me because of my ongoing engine rebuild. I haven't been working on it for a while due to work and school, but now I need some help. I've got the '84 2.8 liter engine...
Forum: Exhaust
08-26-2007, 03:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 849
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Help with Headers (looking for some)

Just a shoutout here. I've been rebuilding this engine, and my inexperience has jacked up the amount of time and money I thought this was going to take, but, I find that my main problem is...
Forum: Exhaust
08-25-2007, 02:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 849
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: Help with Headers (looking for some)

That's what I thought of at first, but the brittleness of my current cast iron ones (and the horrible "barnacles" of corrosion) made me want something that could last longer and look cooler. I don't...
Forum: Exhaust
08-24-2007, 02:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 849
Posted By Cratemaster

Help with Headers (looking for some)

Hey, I've got a 1984 (small mains) 2.8 L v6 camaro and I'm looking for headers for it since I can't find replacement manifolds for it for a reasonable price (mainly passenger side [air injected...
Forum: V6
07-30-2007, 01:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 531
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: need help finding new crank

I've got another question, I've found a set of headers from pacesetter. In the description is says it will retain pollution control systems, does that mean it will accept my stock A.I.R. system? ...
Forum: V6
07-29-2007, 04:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 531
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: need help finding new crank

ok, thanks, I just wanted to know though, but I called ARI and they said they didn't have the small mains crank and that they can't get them anymore cause they keep breaking so I've found a...
Forum: V6
07-28-2007, 04:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 531
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: need help finding new crank

hey guys, don't laugh but how do you find out all the measurements for my rods like rod length and journal diameter, because i'm just completely clueless how to find out what kind of rods I need :)
Forum: V6
07-27-2007, 10:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 531
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: need help finding new crank

BTW, I'm not planning on increasing horsepower much on this car, my "small journal" crank is in remarkably good condition after this rod bearing failure and I'll probably keep it as a spare, the...
Forum: V6
07-27-2007, 10:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 531
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: need help finding new crank

well, I can't find a new 173 crank with cast# 504 except an OEM iron one directly from GM and they want like 500 bucks for it lol. So I guess I'll get the remanufactured one, it comes with it's own...
Forum: V6
07-26-2007, 03:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 531
Posted By Cratemaster

need help finding new crank

hello, i'm rebuilding my 1984 (small journal) 173 engine and I can't seem to find a new crankshaft for it. I've found remanufactured ones, but I've already got OEM bearings and I like the features...
Forum: V6
07-15-2007, 11:28 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 57,065
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: help!!! Cylinder head stuck to block!!!

nevermind, I guess you all can call me a n00b, I had my terms mixed up and it was very late, I didn't think before I typed on my last post, lol, everythings stock and fine! :)
Forum: V6
07-15-2007, 02:08 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 57,065
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: help!!! Cylinder head stuck to block!!!

well, my crank actually didn't get ruined by this whole ordeal so it obviously is strong enough, but i'm replacing it anyways because I'm doing a pretty thorough overhaul, i've had my engine stripped...
Forum: V6
07-10-2007, 12:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 57,065
Posted By Cratemaster

Re: help!!! Cylinder head stuck to block!!!

by the way, I found the failed bearing. The top half of the bearing had gotten spun under the bottom half so that they overlapped alot. The bearing had been pressed thin and the extra metal had...
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