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Forum: Power Adders
08-01-2003, 07:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,186
Posted By ctandc

Take it for what it's worth....back in my younger...

Take it for what it's worth....back in my younger days, my 67 Chevelle SS had a nitrous system.....and it saw it's fair share or street action....


Instead of hiding the bottle get "Creative"
...
Forum: Electronics
07-29-2003, 09:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 415
Posted By ctandc

WEIRD ignition switch problem.............?!?!

So I got the rebuilt T5 back in....shifts AWESOME. MUCH SMOOTHER....so I'm driving it today, when the car ahead of me comes to an intersection going 60mph and the light turns yellow. So the idiot...
Forum: TPI
07-23-2003, 07:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,533
Posted By ctandc

This all comes down to different people,...

This all comes down to different people, different opinions, different experiences etc.

As for the Pro Lightning heads ( made by Pro Topline...they still list some heads as Pro Action heads.. )
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-02-2003, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 513
Posted By ctandc

All you need to do is swap the newer electronic...

All you need to do is swap the newer electronic speedo connection OUT of the newer T5 for the cable driven sender from an older T5.

One 10mm bolt, slide on out, slide one in, that's it.

This is...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-02-2003, 09:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,031
Posted By ctandc

All these numbers people keep throwing out are...

All these numbers people keep throwing out are great...but I've used just about every aftermarket wire there is....


IF you don't have headers, the AC Delco wires from GM fit perfectly and work...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2003, 10:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 739
Posted By ctandc

If you want some more seal-retainer clearance,...

If you want some more seal-retainer clearance, use the shorter Manley retainers.

With stock Z28 replacement springs and the Manley retainers, we were able to install a ZZ4 in a stock iron head L98...
Forum: TPI
06-27-2003, 12:51 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 23,995
Posted By ctandc

The rule of thumb for the 1/4 mile is that a .1...

The rule of thumb for the 1/4 mile is that a .1 reduction in the 60ft time is worth .1-.2 reduction in 1/4 mile ET....everything else being the same.

I've personally seen this happen too many...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-20-2003, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 358
Posted By ctandc

Are you looking for a "flywheel".. which is for a...

Are you looking for a "flywheel".. which is for a manual transmission, or a "flexplate" which is used for automatics?


The flexplate, any decent auto parts store has it. As for the flywheel, most...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-20-2003, 04:37 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 425
Posted By ctandc

5 speed troubles......imagine that.....

Since I've always had such good luck with the T5 trannys, and I've always defended 'em here, I guess it's my luck that I'm having some tranny problems now....but here goes.

Did the T5 swap 4-5...
Forum: Electronics
06-17-2003, 06:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 540
Posted By ctandc

I'm using the factory foglight switch on my IROC...

I'm using the factory foglight switch on my IROC as a manual fan switch. I simply got a wire tap, and tapped into the green / white wire coming off the fan relay. I ran a wire from there to one side...
Forum: TPI
06-16-2003, 01:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,392
Posted By ctandc

The ZZ4 pulls REALLY strong in a mild TPI 350. A...

The ZZ4 pulls REALLY strong in a mild TPI 350. A "true" LTR TPI system. The whole point is a cam that builds power where your engine makes it...not buying a cam that causes you to buy another intake...
Forum: TBI
06-16-2003, 06:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,549
Posted By ctandc

Yup...guess I'm cheap too... 87 Octane CITGO...

Yup...guess I'm cheap too...

87 Octane CITGO or AMOCO....I normally use the same station.

that's a iron header L98 w/ some mods, 9.3:1 compression and timing is set at 10 degree BTDC initial....
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
06-16-2003, 06:16 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,803
Posted By ctandc

2 wheel or 4 wheel vehicles? 2 wheel - old...

2 wheel or 4 wheel vehicles?

2 wheel - old '86 GSXR750 I bought from my brother after he went to a ZX10. It had just had a fresh build done on the engine...

I can't honestly say EXACTLY how...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-14-2003, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 514
Posted By ctandc

HERE (http://www.procylinderheads.com/) ...

HERE (http://www.procylinderheads.com/)








HTH
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-13-2003, 12:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,935
Posted By ctandc

If you like powershifting that's one thing. ...

If you like powershifting that's one thing.

If you're worried about going slower ( ET wise ) shifting while liftin', just practice.

When you're on, people can watch your car go down the track...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-13-2003, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 552
Posted By ctandc

Let's clarify.... To the AVERAGE person, the...

Let's clarify....

To the AVERAGE person, the spark plug mod is probably not worth it. To the guy who try to wring every last tenth out of his car before anything else, it might be a worthwhile...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-13-2003, 10:53 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 250,679
Posted By ctandc

Got a price estimate on 'em if you do crank a few...

Got a price estimate on 'em if you do crank a few xtra sets out?




Let me know


Thanks
Forum: Exhaust
06-13-2003, 09:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By ctandc

First off... To add cut out's right after...

First off...

To add cut out's right after each header would be a SUPER Pain in the *ss. You'd have to basically make a custom Y-pipe, and that's assuming you can even FIT the cut out up in there...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-13-2003, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 510
Posted By ctandc

www.performancedistributors.com ...

www.performancedistributors.com





I've had NOTHING but good luck with all their products.
Forum: Engine Swap
06-13-2003, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 514
Posted By ctandc

IF smog legality is a concern....MAYBE I'd look...

IF smog legality is a concern....MAYBE I'd look at the SR.

But from a $$$$ vs. power standpoint, starting from SCRATCH...

I'd have to go with the Stealth Ram, a set of alum Pro Lightning Heads,...
Forum: Exhaust
06-13-2003, 08:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,355
Posted By ctandc

This header debate is as old as time...

This header debate is as old as time itself....I've posted this before and I'll post it again.

DO keep in mind that our 3rd gens were made on an assembly line, most of 'em in the 80's, and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-13-2003, 08:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,935
Posted By ctandc

yes the case is weak...and having the torque arm...

yes the case is weak...and having the torque arm connected to it doesn't make it weaker...BUT...

Beefing up the factory torque arm and using a poly torque arm bushing can help to keep the tranny...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-13-2003, 08:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,711
Posted By ctandc

I've used block filler on more than once...

I've used block filler on more than once occasion. Several of these engines were primarily street driven with alot of drag race action on the weekends.

None of them had any cooling problems.
...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-13-2003, 06:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 585
Posted By ctandc

AS for the pressure being too high, it depends on...

AS for the pressure being too high, it depends on whether you used a stock oil pump during the rebuild. Also depends on what kind of oil you are using etc.

I use a half and half blend of Mobil 1...
Forum: TBI
06-13-2003, 06:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,882
Posted By ctandc

Get the Made 4 U looms.... I use 'em with my...

Get the Made 4 U looms....

I use 'em with my 90 degree Taylor 8mm wires and Hedman headers, and I use STOCK length AC Delco plugs and I have NO problems. No burning of wires, no touching etc. And...
Forum: Cooling
06-12-2003, 01:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,136
Posted By ctandc

Sounds like either the cap is bad, keeping the...

Sounds like either the cap is bad, keeping the system from "sealing"....OR

the stock gauge once again causes grief.

Get a known good mechanical gauge on it and see if it overheats.



HTH
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-12-2003, 09:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 998
Posted By ctandc

Everything else being the same, it's possible. ...

Everything else being the same, it's possible.

The rule of thumb I've always had success with is that for every (.1) tenth you drop off your 60ft you drop 1.5-2 tenths OFF your ET in the 1/4. I'm...
Forum: Exhaust
06-12-2003, 09:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By ctandc

Let's HOPE you don't have to weld the Y-pipe to...

Let's HOPE you don't have to weld the Y-pipe to the collectors...what made you think that?

If you did that, there would be NO give in the exhaust at all. And every movement from the engine would...
Forum: Exhaust
06-12-2003, 09:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,695
Posted By ctandc

On the cat converter issue...go talk to an...

On the cat converter issue...go talk to an exhaust shop...a REAL peformance exhaust shop and ask 'em about a "high flo" cat. Now one of two things is going to happen.

1. He recommends the brand he...
Forum: TPI
06-12-2003, 09:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 596
Posted By ctandc

Very good post....but don't overlook the simple...

Very good post....but don't overlook the simple things.

You have a 305 right? What injectors did you use when you swapped to TPI? If you used 22lb injectors ( 350 TPI )it will be pig rich....even...
Forum: Cooling
06-12-2003, 09:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,136
Posted By ctandc

If the fan is cutting on at 200 degrees and the...

If the fan is cutting on at 200 degrees and the temp is STILL RISING, even in traffic you have other issues. Are you positive the fan is cutting on?

Are you going by the less than accurate factory...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-12-2003, 09:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,711
Posted By ctandc

It will work on the street. Keep it below the...

It will work on the street. Keep it below the freeze plugs as mentioned. Adds a good bit of weight though.

It's crappy to work with, make sure you don't thin it out to much when using it, it takes...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-12-2003, 07:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 822
Posted By ctandc

He's not talking bodywork, he's talking taking...

He's not talking bodywork, he's talking taking off the old parts and bolting on the new parts.

$1500? Maybe IF they painted the whole car and did a nice job.


It's just labor, if the front...
Forum: TPI
06-12-2003, 06:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 567
Posted By ctandc

Check the voltage on the TPS with a digital...

Check the voltage on the TPS with a digital voltmeter. Also, with the voltmeter hooked up, crank the throttle from idle all the way to WOT SLOWLY and see if there are any dead spots.

Check the...
Forum: Cooling
06-12-2003, 06:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 630
Posted By ctandc

Drain the coolant back out. Remove the knock...

Drain the coolant back out. Remove the knock sensor on the passenger lower side of the blocks to help drain the coolant from the lower part of the engine.

Get a flush kit and back flush the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-12-2003, 04:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 673
Posted By ctandc

I think alot has to do with it being an...

I think alot has to do with it being an automatic.

Before the T5 swap my IROC consisently knocked down 15-16 mpg in 50/50 city / hwy driving, and that's not being too easy on it.

Now with the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-11-2003, 01:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 527
Posted By ctandc

They are right, it is misused and thrown around...

They are right, it is misused and thrown around alot...BUT..

blueprinting an engine, as I was taught, is going the extra mile when putting the engine together.

For Example, you'll have a...
Forum: TPI
06-11-2003, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By ctandc

Yup he's right. If there is that much...

Yup he's right.

If there is that much carbon, then you can almost be assured that the passages in the intake are PACKED with it. This is a common thing on higher mileage engines.

You might also...
Forum: TPI
06-11-2003, 01:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 545
Posted By ctandc

Some good points made... But in the real...

Some good points made...

But in the real world, the power difference between 1 5/8"
or 1 3/4" primarys , and for that matter shorty headers and long tubes, are usually in the SINGLE DIGITS.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-11-2003, 12:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 824
Posted By ctandc

Toss the CRAPPY factory gauges. I replaced the...

Toss the CRAPPY factory gauges. I replaced the sender in my IROC, cause it spewed oil everywhere, then a few months later the gauge started reading near 0 psi at hot idle. ????? I finally got of my...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-11-2003, 07:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,442
Posted By ctandc

I'm sorry I gotta call BS on this one... ...

I'm sorry I gotta call BS on this one...


400's DO NOT RUN HOT unless something is not right. Yes, there are NO cooling passages between cylinders like other small blocks, that's what the steam...
Forum: Electronics
06-11-2003, 06:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 773
Posted By ctandc

Do a search for "manual and fan and switch" and...

Do a search for "manual and fan and switch" and you'll find that diagram.

It's easy enough, you just use a wire splice to tap into the green/white wire on the fan relay. Run that wire to one post...
Forum: Body
06-11-2003, 06:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,318
Posted By ctandc

Nice Zepher. Of course now, with your attention...

Nice Zepher. Of course now, with your attention turned towards the new "victim", the TA is getting lonely isn't it? :D

Let me know if anyone you know needs a good 700 from a IROC for cheap. Need...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-11-2003, 06:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,981
Posted By ctandc

I"ve used DUI Stuff for awhile now. I've NEVER...

I"ve used DUI Stuff for awhile now. I've NEVER had to use an ignition box with their stuff either.

The distributor in my IROC was NEW. I replaced the ignition module and the coil / cap / rotor...
Forum: TPI
06-10-2003, 08:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 496
Posted By ctandc

Actually, "seasoned" blocks are preferred for...

Actually, "seasoned" blocks are preferred for performance build-ups. Any core shift etc will have already ocurred and the casting has "Settled".......

Of course I'm just relaying what my grizzled...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-10-2003, 08:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,981
Posted By ctandc

Go to www.performancedistributors.com Buy...

Go to www.performancedistributors.com

Buy their coil, and while you at it, their ignition module....just don't use it if you run an aftermarket ignition box.....it doesn't need any help firing...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2003, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 386
Posted By ctandc

Get a POLY mount....the stock rubber POS will...

Get a POLY mount....the stock rubber POS will just break or split in the middle.....

Under the car, jack the tranny up. Remove the crossmember bolts (2) per side, remove the nut holding the tranny...
Forum: TPI
06-10-2003, 08:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 623
Posted By ctandc

400's and TPI ROCK :D Even a VERY MILD 400...

400's and TPI ROCK :D

Even a VERY MILD 400 with a decent set of heads, a well chosen cam, and a STOCK TPI w/ maybe headers and a cat back added will be a TORQUE MONSTER.

I'm still debating on...
Forum: Body
06-10-2003, 08:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,081
Posted By ctandc

SEM and Duplicolor both make fabric / plastic...

SEM and Duplicolor both make fabric / plastic dyes that work very well. Of course, when you try to dye a dark color to a lighter color, you will need alot of thin coats to prevent bleeding.

As for...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-10-2003, 08:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,548
Posted By ctandc

As far as the older muscle cars with high...

As far as the older muscle cars with high compression engines from the factory, remember....the was LEADED gasoline at every pump. The lead in gasoline is just like the additive in octane booster....
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