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Forum: TPI
10-27-2002, 01:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,168
Posted By IrocNround

Thanks for the info Buckeye & 87Fake. You guys...

Thanks for the info Buckeye & 87Fake. You guys think that JetHot is worth the extra money?
Forum: TPI
10-25-2002, 01:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,168
Posted By IrocNround

Nice a&& car Buckeye!! Got a question for ya, I...

Nice a&& car Buckeye!! Got a question for ya, I see that your using the TES headers and AFR heads, are your heads the angle, straight, or L98 type plug heads? And do you have a hard time getting the...
Forum: TPI
10-25-2002, 12:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 478
Posted By IrocNround

STIFFLER, Just wanted to ask how the...

STIFFLER,

Just wanted to ask how the craftsman work is on your Edelbrock base and runners? I got a pair from Summit and I wasnt really impressed with the quality. I have alot of small bumps and...
Forum: TPI
10-14-2002, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,155
Posted By IrocNround

Thanx for the info Ed and Fake. Could you...

Thanx for the info Ed and Fake.

Could you guys help me decide which headers I should buy then for the AFR190's L98 angled plugs. Ive read some threads about 1 3/4 might be too big for some...
Forum: TPI
10-11-2002, 02:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,155
Posted By IrocNround

which would be better on TES headers, angle or...

which would be better on TES headers, angle or straight?
Forum: TPI
04-27-2002, 11:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 521
Posted By IrocNround

Thanx for the info fellas. Madmax, Yea,...

Thanx for the info fellas.

Madmax,
Yea, its just the regular old sniffer we have here in Fairfield.

I think I will read up on the cam article they had on CHP in the 2002 May issue, "Overlap...
Forum: TPI
04-27-2002, 03:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 521
Posted By IrocNround

Thanx for the replies tpi_roc! Do you think that...

Thanx for the replies tpi_roc! Do you think that a cam with the specs of duration: Int. 218 Exh. 224, lift: Int. .495 Exh. .503, LSA 112 would pass smog in CA?:D
Forum: TPI
04-26-2002, 05:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 521
Posted By IrocNround

Id like to pass smog, basically with no problems....

Id like to pass smog, basically with no problems. This CA emissions law is strick.
Forum: TPI
04-25-2002, 12:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 521
Posted By IrocNround

emissions and cam

Could someone explain to me what determines if a cam is emissions legal or not. What should I look for? lobe, lift, duration? Thanks in advance for any info guys.
Forum: Engine Swap
04-23-2002, 01:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 429
Posted By IrocNround

[QUOTE]Originally posted by five7kid [B]The...

[QUOTE]Originally posted by five7kid
[B]The engine itself will bolt to the same mounts/bellhousing/etc. as your L98.

Thanks for the info five7kid :D . For some reason I thought that the 4bolt...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-22-2002, 06:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 429
Posted By IrocNround

Engine mounts

Sorry for the rookie type question guys but I have to know. I was wondering if the enigine mount bolt patern on the ZZ4 crate enigine would bolt right up to my 1988 350 TPI camaro? Or do I have to do...
Forum: Northern California
04-10-2002, 04:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,168
Posted By IrocNround

Thanks for the reply Russ. I was thinking of...

Thanks for the reply Russ. I was thinking of staying with the 350. Ill give the Jegs and Pace a little visit on the net and see if they do custom builds.
Forum: TPI
04-07-2002, 11:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 976
Posted By IrocNround

Im in the process of building a 350 myself and I...

Im in the process of building a 350 myself and I will be keeping the TPI setup. My question is, arent our blocks 2bolt mains? Please someone school me on this.:confused:
Forum: TPI
04-07-2002, 11:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 401
Posted By IrocNround

Try these web sites that I went to. Its a bit...

Try these web sites that I went to. Its a bit closer to you than me, I live in CA.

Hope you find something, good luck. Keep in touch and let me know how the service was.
www.enginefactory.com...
Forum: Northern California
04-05-2002, 08:46 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,433
Posted By IrocNround

Fairfield here, better know as Squarefield...

Fairfield here, better know as Squarefield (nothing to do). Any races in the SAC area yet?
Forum: Northern California
04-05-2002, 08:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,168
Posted By IrocNround

crate engine

I just wanted to know if you guys new of any company that I can call or even better a website that I could go to to take a look at some short blocks or long blocks. It would be great if the company...
Forum: TPI
04-02-2002, 11:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 449
Posted By IrocNround

need new block

Can anyone tell me where I could go (web site) to look for a new block that is a direct replacement to an 88IROC 350, 1 piece seal, 2 bolt main right? I need it to have new internals (crank, rods,...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
03-28-2002, 11:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By IrocNround

Customized engines

Could someone point me to a good website that does customized engines. Thanx fellas.
Forum: TPI
03-22-2002, 04:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 890
Posted By IrocNround

Thanks agian for the input and suggestions...

Thanks agian for the input and suggestions fellas.

I think I might go ahead and buy a 383 stroker motor from StrokerMotor and just add the aftermarket parts that I want on there. I saw a prepped...
Forum: TPI
03-21-2002, 02:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 890
Posted By IrocNround

I called the guy back today and he told me that...

I called the guy back today and he told me that it would cost $2795.00 just for the block rebuild, d@#n thats alot of money I could have saved if I knew how to rebuild the engine myself.

Thanks...
Forum: TPI
03-21-2002, 01:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 890
Posted By IrocNround

383 build-up, some questions within

Im getting the old 350 TPI a rebuild (150,000miles) and the performance shop that I went to suggested a 383 build up. Could you guys give me your opinions on what or which rebuild kit I should get. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-07-2002, 05:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 486
Posted By IrocNround

Here's a pic for you on where the relays are...

Here's a pic for you on where the relays are located. Good luck.http://ecrispin.home.mindspring.com
Forum: Exhaust
01-09-2002, 05:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 868
Posted By IrocNround

Are the 1 3/4 too big for a stock engine? I too...

Are the 1 3/4 too big for a stock engine? I too am having a delema about the Slp's and the TES, but I remember reading somewhere that if your engine isnt making serious power, the 1 3/4 headers are...
Forum: TPI
11-16-2001, 02:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,170
Posted By IrocNround

Could you guys tell me wich Ford SVO injectors...

Could you guys tell me wich Ford SVO injectors are equivelant to the TPI 350 injectors? Thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2001, 05:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 24,680
Posted By IrocNround

Is it a constant ticking? or does it get faster...

Is it a constant ticking? or does it get faster as the car gets faster?
Forum: TPI
10-18-2001, 08:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 531
Posted By IrocNround

madmax, I guess Im sold to the idea of...

madmax,

I guess Im sold to the idea of having perfect timing and also my friend has one in his 72 camaro and I love the whine it gives. Thanks for the input there madmax. Guess Im gonna have to go...
Forum: TPI
10-15-2001, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 531
Posted By IrocNround

Would you guys recommend the gear drives for a...

Would you guys recommend the gear drives for a daily driven 350 TPI with moderate mods?(valve train ware) Or would it be better off on a weekend racer TPI?

Ive gone to Pete Jacksons website and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-06-2001, 01:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 371
Posted By IrocNround

White smoke

I just wanted to know you guys opinion on what you think might be wrong with my engine. When the engine is warm I get alot of white smoke and a little bit of water coming out of my exhaust. Blown...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2001, 06:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 377
Posted By IrocNround

maybe fuelpump?

maybe fuelpump?
Forum: TPI
07-05-2001, 01:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By IrocNround

angle or straight plug?

I hope you guys can help me decide on which type of AFR heads I should get. I was thinking of getting the 190s but I was wondering which one I should get, angle or straight? I am planning on getting...
Forum: TPI
07-04-2001, 12:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 451
Posted By IrocNround

I have the same problem with my 88 L98. Where...

I have the same problem with my 88 L98. Where exactly is the burnoff and power relays located in my car? Thanks for any info.
Forum: TPI
06-30-2001, 12:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 447
Posted By IrocNround

would be fun building engines with you guys...

would be fun building engines with you guys https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/biggrin.gif
Forum: TPI
06-25-2001, 01:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,530
Posted By IrocNround

Sorry its on the July issue on CarCraft mag. pg....

Sorry its on the July issue on CarCraft mag. pg. 70 (TPIS ZZ450)
Forum: TPI
06-25-2001, 01:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,530
Posted By IrocNround

GTA, I belive the new CHP has an article on...

GTA,
I belive the new CHP has an article on the miniram III. Id like to get one...nice and neat!
Forum: TPI
06-01-2001, 11:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 311
Posted By IrocNround

Here is the specs I have for an 88 L98 TPI -...

Here is the specs I have for an 88 L98 TPI
- 350
- 5.7
- 230hp@4000rpm
- 300ft.lbs. of trq@3200rpm
Forum: TPI
06-01-2001, 06:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 469
Posted By IrocNround

NufNuffZ28 yea, I have to keep emissions out...

NufNuffZ28
yea, I have to keep emissions out here in CA, and I agree with Guido about being able to sell it easier with the heatriser, even though I am unlikely to sell my car ...
Forum: TPI
06-01-2001, 02:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 469
Posted By IrocNround

iroczz3, My car will be NA, Im not gonna go...

iroczz3,
My car will be NA, Im not gonna go for a blower type any time soon. I am most likely gonna use CompCams XR269HR @.50 in/218 ex/224 ls@ 112, lift of in/.495 ex/.503 or maybe something...
Forum: TPI
05-31-2001, 01:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 469
Posted By IrocNround

Maybe I should tell you guys what type of engine...

Maybe I should tell you guys what type of engine this thing is going on https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/rolleyes.gif I have a pretty much stock 88 L98. But will soon be adding more bolt on. Im...
Forum: TPI
05-31-2001, 01:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 469
Posted By IrocNround

People with AFR 190s, question within...

Im thinking of calling AFR this weekend and ordering some of the 190 heads. I just wanted to know what questions AFR asked you guys before you ordered? or were there any? If you could give me some...
Forum: TPI
05-10-2001, 12:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 742
Posted By IrocNround

Leaving the knock sensor disconnected, would that...

Leaving the knock sensor disconnected, would that make the car run like ***t? The reason Im asking is I wanna run the gear drives for the cam and alot of people have said that I might have a problem...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2001, 01:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 346
Posted By IrocNround

Thanks for all the input guys, I was also looking...

Thanks for all the input guys, I was also looking into the Edelbrocks, but man are they expensive! But what the hell, better to be cool than a cracked block right?...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-08-2001, 09:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 346
Posted By IrocNround

Good ol water pump

Well seems like summer weather around here and I need to replace the water pump. I just wanted to know which is a good brand water pump from Autozone, Napa, or Kragen. Thanks in advance.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-07-2001, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 23,493
Posted By IrocNround

I had a similar problem, it was my starter eating...

I had a similar problem, it was my starter eating up my flywheel. Took that bad boy out(flywheel) and man! some of the teeth were missing. I hope you solve the problem. Good luck.
Forum: TPI
05-07-2001, 04:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 367
Posted By IrocNround

Thanks for all the input guys. Ive also heard...

Thanks for all the input guys. Ive also heard the rumors that its has something to do with the knock sensor. Now here's another question, is there a way around the knock sensor? And would it be...
Forum: TPI
05-01-2001, 05:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 367
Posted By IrocNround

Gear Drives

I just wanted to know why we can't use the gear drives (for the cam) on the TPI engines?
Forum: TPI
03-18-2001, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,346
Posted By IrocNround

Check the basics and make sure that the plug...

Check the basics and make sure that the plug wires are in the correct sequence. If you have done anything with the plugs.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-05-2001, 08:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 716
Posted By IrocNround

Ive been reading up on heads and it seems that...

Ive been reading up on heads and it seems that AFRs are the way to go but Im pretty new at all this. I would like to know what it means when its a 58cc, 64cc, 68cc. What applications would be best...
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