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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-09-2019, 07:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,746
Posted By ksith

Re: detailed auto to manual swap

I used the old car I took everything off of. That's the best way but other than that. You could probably mount the pedal and note where the linkage goes and make an educated decision from there
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-30-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 436
Posted By ksith

Figure this one out

Puzzle time. Symptoms as of last night in order of appearance. 1 brake light illuminated. 2 engine rpms about 2 to 300 higher than normal. 3 pushing brake pedal causes radio to turn off releasing...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-15-2015, 01:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

Re: just about had a heart attack

No ****. He was serious too. Kept saying I need a 4 wheeler. Not a chance in the world. Oh and I brew my own beer
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-14-2015, 10:27 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

Re: just about had a heart attack

Buddy of mine said scrap the race car idea and put the firebird on a blazer chassis and make it a 4x4
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-11-2015, 10:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

Re: just about had a heart attack

revised list. removed k-member just going to clean up the stock one. Maybe drill some holes to lighten it. went with some of the suggested parts and some cheaper ones. added camber caster plates...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-11-2015, 12:12 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

Re: just about had a heart attack

lots of info coming my way. i'll look into the spohn parts a little more. I also have a wishlist on summit. spohn isnt sold on summit. good thing nothing is set in stone as of yet. my biggest...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-10-2015, 10:11 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

Re: just about had a heart attack

chrome moly vs stamped steel? even with the "notches" I'll take chrome moly
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-10-2015, 09:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

Re: just about had a heart attack

The amount saved would be pretty small over all. The k member and a arms save weight and are stronger than stock. Also more room for headers and what not.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-10-2015, 04:28 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

Re: just about had a heart attack

its a corner carver. so far here's my build list probably gonna change the brakes to carbon ceramic instead of steel to help with brake fade. also doesnt include wheels and tires drive shaft or...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-10-2015, 12:46 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,177
Posted By ksith

just about had a heart attack

I put together my build list without an engine mind you and I'm sure I'm missing a few things as well. but so far for chassis and suspension mods including rear end drive train and transmission with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-22-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 693
Posted By ksith

Re: Top Speed + Top Acceleration + Driving feeling

I feel safe at speed with my t/a. No vibrations that were causing alarm. As far as how fast I've gone. Well my speedo only goes to 85 mph sooooooooo faster then 85 mph. the needle was bouncing
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-06-2014, 10:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,095
Posted By ksith

Re: Car dies when letting off brake at stop

And after that fixed a wiped cam lobe by changing your oil
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2014, 07:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,095
Posted By ksith

Re: Car dies when letting off brake at stop

your idle should be closer to the 600 to 750 range. Do what damon said and post back
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2014, 04:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By ksith

Re: 1989 GTA in Italy: thoughts and viewpoints :)

you can always fix the trans issue by swapping in a manual transmission. Sounds like you have everything else under control.
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
11-08-2014, 11:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,308
Posted By ksith

Re: Seattle!

tarp town belfair
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-29-2014, 10:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 391
Posted By ksith

using a different steering control

So I have or rather had an 02 eclipse. I know dont say it. Well it took a crap and is not being parted out. I have the rack and pinion steering rack from that car. would it be possible with...
Forum: Car Audio
09-02-2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,047
Posted By ksith

Re: no power to radio

Yep
Forum: Car Audio
08-31-2014, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,047
Posted By ksith

Re: no power to radio

the wire behind the fuse was loose.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-30-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 600
Posted By ksith

Re: How much difference in feeling does Auto to T5 swap make?

search my name. i did it pretty recently and did a whole write up about it. if you plan on doing this you WILL need a parts vehicle
Forum: Car Audio
08-15-2014, 02:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,047
Posted By ksith

Re: no power to radio

Figured it out.
Forum: Car Audio
08-09-2014, 08:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,047
Posted By ksith

no power to radio

So to the harness everything checks out. good ground. constant has 12v and switched has 12v with the key on. antenna has a good ground too. when I plug the radio in and turn the car on nothing. ...
Forum: Brakes
04-03-2014, 02:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,004
Posted By ksith

hard pedal but everything checks ok

As it says. The booster doesnt leak the check valve and hoses are good. I get roughly 18 inches of vacuum to the booster. The master cylinder is good and the brakes have been bled. Still have a...
Forum: Brakes
03-12-2014, 11:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 481
Posted By ksith

cant find this anywhere

so i have a vacuum line hanging out under the driverside of my dash. i know at one point it went to the brake switch. question i have is what is it and where does the other end go?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2014, 11:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 312
Posted By ksith

gotta give props

So I also drive an 02 eclipse spyder. Yes a B**** car it's even red with a tan top. Whatever. So anyway I decided to join a forum for that car as well. Oddly enough it's also a third gen car. I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-23-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,746
Posted By ksith

Re: detailed auto to manual swap

Thats right Stangski09. Nothing else should need to be rewired as long as you have the proper speedo sensor for your speedo. For mine I did need to rewire the dash because my speedo sensor was...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-04-2014, 11:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 324
Posted By ksith

is the a way

Basically wondering if there is a way to adjust the clutch pedal on my 87 trans am. that now sports a T5. It's way high to start and then to puch it down i'm basically tip toeing it
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-09-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,746
Posted By ksith

Re: detailed auto to manual swap

either one will work. they are the same length
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 904
Posted By ksith

Re: Project Hidden kickass

so im sure some of us are wondering this. Where the heck do you live
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2013, 06:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 904
Posted By ksith

Re: Project Hidden kickass

I understand your dilemma. The question I have is how would they know you went from a 305 to a 350? They are the same size use the same equipment and look the same externally. Do they actually...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-23-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 904
Posted By ksith

Re: Project Hidden kickass

invest my money more wisely and scrap the 305 for a 350. this is what i did. if you cant find a reason ie your girlfriend/wife is bugging you about cost. do what i did. accidentily sabatage your...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-21-2013, 10:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 456
Posted By ksith

Re: A Whole Mess of Problems with my '92 Camaro

is it slugglish at all? does the power dim then come back? is everything balanced correctly
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-18-2013, 07:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 356
Posted By ksith

new car problem

As the title says. But it's not a firebird or camaro. Oddly enough though it is a 3rd gen. It's an 02 eclipse sypder with a 2.4. It's a commuter and something to drive while the ole TA is down. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-29-2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 520
Posted By ksith

Re: how to determine engine type

no sofa has it on the spot. you need that number on the drivers side. chances are it's a 3970010 block but those also came in 2 bolt and 4 bolt main. You would have to pull the pan to be sure. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-29-2013, 04:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 18,471
Posted By ksith

Re: How to replace slave cylinder

I had to take my slave cyl off and pump it by hand to get all the air out of it before I could even begin to bleed it. Fortunately pumping by hand bled it most of the way. Took two strokes by hand...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2013, 10:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 432
Posted By ksith

Re: Just curious

I'm quite happy with my build, mild as it is. But yes you can have a sbc 454 if you have the money to waste. If your going to be at the track a lot I would say do it. But if you're just using it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2013, 11:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 466
Posted By ksith

Re: No Doubt A Pointless Thread, But Lets Build The Perfect 3rd Gen Tool Box

uhm pneumatic that is all. Sucks having to do everything by hand with wrench and ratchet. Only have a 2 gallon air compressor that powers my air ratchet for maybe 4 turns before it peters out. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2013, 05:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 849
Posted By ksith

For firebird lovers everywhere

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-iMnsOPPNI&feature=youtu.be
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,176
Posted By ksith

Re: "CHUMP CHANGE BUILD" 350 $1500 BUDGET

I second what delta has said. That and If you want to beat a modern ***** done correctly you will need more then just engine. A good suspension set up is in order as well as rear end. If you're...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-18-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By ksith

Re: An idea I just had

deal, just a thought I had. Just gonna get a coil over kit and call it a day then
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-18-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By ksith

An idea I just had

Don't laugh I did when I thought about it but then I really thought about it. What if I where to pick up the correct pieces and using the stock lower A-arms cut and weld in adjustment points to the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-14-2013, 12:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 567
Posted By ksith

Re: New engine but won't run

timing?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 534
Posted By ksith

Re: Need help with my never ending project...

http://www.2carpros.com/images/articles/engine/flex_plate/flex_plate.jpg this is a flex plate. yes it is a lot thinner then a manual trans flywheel another example...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2013, 02:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 534
Posted By ksith

Re: Need help with my never ending project...

did you get the right fly wheel first of all? not a flex plate for an auto trans? check for leaks on your slave and master cylinder. what I had to do was remove the slave and let it come out all...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2013, 10:21 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,389
Posted By ksith

Re: Dream Builds-Generation Lost??.

Oh dream build for me (and I do mean dream build) would definately involve a World Products sbc 454 (it exsists for about 12k) backed by a good enough 6 speed manual to back it a light weight drive...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2013, 10:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 973
Posted By ksith

Re: Battery is good. No crank after driving around.

had a similar problem. coil was going bad. just another option if options a and b dont work
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2013, 05:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 902
Posted By ksith

Re: Potential Third Gen Owner

I agree with above. get the auto v8 f- body and swap to manual. it's been done loads of times and easy enough for someone with basic skills to do. I just did mine may have taken a month but I have...
Forum: Brakes
04-04-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 597
Posted By ksith

Re: 1990 gta hardbrake

bump got the same problem after a rear end swap in my 87
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-03-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 16,746
Posted By ksith

Re: detailed auto to manual swap

Finally after a month it's finished. Got the new master god that thing was a bear to get in. When I was attempting to bleed it there was no pressure and the slave was only moving millimeters if...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-01-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Posted By ksith

Re: Auto to Standard

yep several posts on swapping auto to manual. just did one myself. only thing you need to figure out is what type of manual you want to put in. most popular are the t56 swaps from the later 4th...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 452
Views: 38,278
Posted By ksith

Re: Toxik's Build

no prob thought i would just throw it out there
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