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Forum: History / Originality
05-13-2024, 04:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 739
Posted By B4CYA

Re: New 1982-1992 Camaro Reference Book

Yea since they are getting that kind of money out of them its unlikely they would let some random guy in there to sift through them all.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-13-2024, 11:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 170
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 1992 Upper Ball joints

3rd gens use a macpherson strut setup. They have an upper strut mount.

https://partshawk.com/moog-k6414-suspension-strut-mount.html
Forum: History / Originality
05-13-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 739
Posted By B4CYA

Re: New 1982-1992 Camaro Reference Book

If it was possible to get my hands on all the 87 build sheets, I would absolutely sit down and take the time to break down the 87 cars. Just for my own curiosity. I wish I knew how to get in contact...
Forum: History / Originality
05-06-2024, 03:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 739
Posted By B4CYA

Re: New 1982-1992 Camaro Reference Book

I had always heard they never broke them down that far. I've had a yellow 87 L98 IROC since 2000 and I was always curious how many they actually made. That's awesome news they broke down the 90 IROCs...
Forum: History / Originality
05-06-2024, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 739
Posted By B4CYA

Re: New 1982-1992 Camaro Reference Book

I'm really enjoying the book. I bought one for myself and one for my best friend. We are both 3rd gen nuts owning 9 between the two of us, including 3 1992 B4Cs.

Is there any hope of ever getting...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-03-2024, 11:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 433
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Took my 92 B4C to the drag strip finally

I'm really looking forward to getting it dialed in. Trans tweeks and a converter are definitely coming.

I'm very familiar with the sonnax 2.84 gearset. I've probably sold over 100 of them in my...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-03-2024, 04:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 433
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Took my 92 B4C to the drag strip finally

You are absolutely right. It would be much faster with a different transmission and a loose converter. Transmissions are how I make my living. Id love to throw a TH350 or 400 in this thing. But its...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-02-2024, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 433
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Took my 92 B4C to the drag strip finally

Im hopeing I can get it down there before the first round of mods. I have a 2600 stall, aluminum driveshaft and drag radials to go on it. Then an Accel intake base.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-02-2024, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 433
Posted By B4CYA

Took my 92 B4C to the drag strip finally

After 2 years of owning my 92 B4C I finally got the chance to take it to the drag strip. Last night was the opening Wednesday test and tune at our local track, Muncie Dragway. I met up with some...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-01-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 13,320
Posted By B4CYA

Re: My 89 formula 350 ASC vert

Thats a hell of a score! Getting extra nuggest at Mcdonalds :lmao:
Forum: Members Camaros
04-26-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

So here is a wild twist to this story. When I bought this car I had no interest in doing anything with it but parting it out. But as it sat in my barn the worn look of it grew on me. So during covid...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-25-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Thanks man! I hope to start making some more progress on it.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
04-22-2024, 09:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 440
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 280 mile 85 at auction

Absolutely no doubt its a low mile car. But definitely a little fishy.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
04-22-2024, 08:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 440
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 280 mile 85 at auction

You're right. It is a GM part. But not factory installed. Which makes me question the mileage.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
04-22-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 440
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 280 mile 85 at auction

That car definitely needs a more high profile auction house running it. The aftermarket speedometer has me curious though.
Forum: Members Camaros
04-18-2024, 10:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

So here is a little update on the Sh*tbox camaro. I was a bit hesitant to post engine pictures because I wasn't totally sure which engine I was going to settle on. I originally started the build with...
Forum: History / Originality
04-11-2024, 12:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 148
Posted By B4CYA

Reproduction door jam stickers and VIN decals

Hi Guys,

I am about to start the restoration process on my yellow gold 1987 IROC-Z and I am doing a little bit of pre-planning. I am going to have the body chemically stripped and E-coated. And...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-02-2024, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 223
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Part 4, about the LSx

HAHAHAAH!!! Best story I've ready all year.
Forum: History / Originality
01-29-2024, 07:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 320
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 4,300-Mile 1987 Chevrolet IROC-Z goes for $46,250 at BaT

A 90 IROC 1LE just brought $60k last week.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
01-22-2024, 02:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 627
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 1984 z28 HO

Id post some pictures to boost interst.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-17-2024, 09:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 846
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Who's 9" is the best deal ?

It was a 700hp nitrous, stick shift car on slicks. A lot of launch RPM. It was one of their older housings with just internals gussets. Im sure their newer stuff is better.



Mine was an older...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-16-2024, 09:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 846
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Who's 9" is the best deal ?

I have personally owned Moser, Quick Performance, Midwest Chassis and Racecraft. My Quick Performance housing bent 3/16 of an inch in 2 years and the torque arm mount failed. I tried to buy a torque...
Forum: History / Originality
01-16-2024, 07:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 299
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 1984 L69 z28 goesfor $12,100 at Mecum Kissimmee

Ouch. Thats a bummer. I think it would have brought better money if they would have removed the mods.
Forum: History / Originality
01-15-2024, 03:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 299
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 1984 L69 z28 goesfor $12,100 at Mecum Kissimmee

That car just sold in November on Bring a Trailer for $12,000.00.
Forum: Fabrication
01-12-2024, 07:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 343
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 8.50 Cert

My cage certed 8.50. As you can see the diagonal bars go to the tunnel on a plate. The X in the door bars was simply cosmetic per my request. They arent a requirement in an 8.50 cert cage.
...
Forum: Body
01-09-2024, 07:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Sissor doors

Joined the group just to post this.... wow...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-19-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Thanks man. I like the stock wheel too. I drilled the holes for the mount nicely so if I decided to keep it it wouldnt look bad. I just need to get the right counter sink bit so the machine head...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-18-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

After getting the steering column partially installed so I could move the car I got it over to my friend Norm at Storminn Normand's Custom Rollcages. And he knocked me out a super tight moly 8.50...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-15-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Now that the floor repair was done I started making the car roll so I could get it to the chassis ship for the cage install. I picked up a TRZ tubular steering column kit with a Strange quick...
Forum: Exhaust
12-15-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 603
Posted By B4CYA

Re: please comment my exhaust plans!

Im no exhaust expert. But putting an X pipe in an exhaust system that is merged into a Y pipe seems like a waste of time. The X pipe is meant to help balance exhaust pulses from two individual...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-13-2023, 02:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,242
Posted By B4CYA

Re: New Car 88 Iroc

:lmao::totopic:
Forum: Members Camaros
12-13-2023, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,242
Posted By B4CYA

Re: New Car 88 Iroc

Build thread totally derailed by a trap door in a damn near scrap shell... Now no matter how amazing this car is when its finished it wont be worth a damn because it has a trap door :doh:
Forum: History / Originality
12-07-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 976
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 1992 Camaro B4C , How many are still around & How much is it worth?

That is 100% speculation. I personally know of more than 5 that were sold here in Indiana that were sold to civilians.
Forum: History / Originality
12-06-2023, 08:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 976
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 1992 Camaro B4C , How many are still around & How much is it worth?

There are a lot still around. But not many left in your condition. 11,000 miles is quite uncommon with a B4C as well as the lack of power options. This is a very good car. Most of them were put into...
Forum: Body
12-06-2023, 07:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,294
Posted By B4CYA

Re: spoiler or high rise or 5in spoiler?

I agree. If they were a little more pointed on the front and overhung the quarter panel they would be much better looking.
Forum: Body
12-05-2023, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,294
Posted By B4CYA

Re: spoiler or high rise or 5in spoiler?

That style low rise spoiler on the Camaro was only used on the 88 Sport Coupe. They are neat cars. They aren't hotrods but they are unique for the spoiler and being the only sport coupe to come from...
Forum: History / Originality
12-05-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 776
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Title: Opinions Wanted: Freshening Up My ’92 Camaro Z28 Anniversary Edition

The main thing I never liked about the lift bars (other than their total lack of adjustability) is their recommendation to keep stock lower control arms in place. If you do this, you have 2...
Forum: History / Originality
12-04-2023, 07:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 776
Posted By B4CYA

Re: Title: Opinions Wanted: Freshening Up My ’92 Camaro Z28 Anniversary Edition

Your car is a perfect time capsule from the 90s. Im with the rest of the guys in here. Just refine the awesome combo you already have. There are plenty of LS swapped cars out there. Enjoy this one...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-01-2023, 12:25 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Thanks man! I will try to keep the updates coming.
Forum: Members Camaros
12-01-2023, 12:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Thanks! I have tons of war wounds by now. I've been doing this stuff for almost 30 years now. I started butchering cars when I was 11 years old. I actually joined TGO back in 1999 but I lost my login...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-01-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Here are some shots of the panel installation. I whittled out a patch panel from the complete floor section and started trimming it to fit the hole. I'm no fabricator. But I did the best I could. I...
Forum: Engine Swap
12-01-2023, 10:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By B4CYA

Re: LS4 swap into '85 IROC -Z?

The LT4 definitely can be done. It has been done a couple times by now. I would contact Speartech for the engine harness. You will need a serious transmission to handle that power. You can run the...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-01-2023, 07:48 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

After cutting all the rusty metal out of the car I went to work on dissecting the donor floor section. A valuable lesson was learned here.... Dont remove the guards from your air tools. No matter how...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-30-2023, 12:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Here are some shots of the rust removal process.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1008x756/resized_20210623_215609_207fa1b63b1f8487c51ffa5fc9bd8dad3c8f4885.jpeg...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-30-2023, 11:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

With it back on the ground and somewhat cleaned up I turned my attention to the interior. I removed all the disgusting carpet and piles of rat and racoon crap. Pulled the dash and HVAC system. Then...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-30-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 253
Posted By B4CYA

Re: 0 Pressure

There are many things that can cause zero pressure in an automatic transmission. But the most common in a 700R4 is a broke pump rotor. Since you have zero pressure there is really nothing you can do...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-30-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

​​​​​​​Thanks! Im really happy with the wheels and stance. When I narrowed the rear end I measured it out to try to get the perfect wheel fit. I dont have any pics from the rear but I will try to get...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-30-2023, 10:31 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Once the suspension was installed I was able to mount the Holeshot Holestar wheels and put it outside for its first wash in 25 years.
...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-30-2023, 10:26 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,628
Posted By B4CYA

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Here are some pictures of the front suspension components. Unfortunately I dont have many of the installation. At the time I was working on the front suspension I had ordered Strange coilovers for...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-30-2023, 10:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By B4CYA

Re: LS4 swap into '85 IROC -Z?

The LS4 is designed for front wheel drive applications. They dont have a starter pad and they use the 60* V6 transmission bolt pattern. So it makes swapping them into a RWD application nearly...
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