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Body
10-07-2019, 08:48 AM
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Any tips for installing window weather strip?
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Camarillo
Any tips for installing window weather strip?
I recently installed new door and window weatherstrip. I hear a lot of wind noise now. I did not glue in the window weatherstrip. I noticed that the original weatherstrip that I pulled out of the...
Forum:
Interior
10-04-2019, 09:31 PM
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DASH PAD SURVEY:
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Posted By
Camarillo
Re: DASH PAD SURVEY:
has anyone tried a vinyl wrap of the dash pad?
I am considering getting a large / thin metal plate and just cutting it to fit over the vents and speakers, then paint it flat black. We have some...
Forum:
Interior
09-29-2019, 12:08 PM
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DASH PAD SURVEY:
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Camarillo
Re: DASH PAD SURVEY:
Even when thoroughly glued down? If so , then thank you for saving me the money. I guess I’ll go with a carpet style dash cover.
Forum:
Interior
09-29-2019, 12:00 AM
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DASH PAD SURVEY:
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Camarillo
Re: DASH PAD SURVEY:
Has anyone tried the dash caps that are hard plastic on eBay? $130-170?
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
09-07-2019, 02:38 PM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Re: Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
Frys electronics in Oxnard had them. Not a single place in my town had them since our radio shack closed. I have 5 extra of each resistor in case anyone else with a VAT 8 key needs a bypass.
I taped...
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Tech / General Engine
09-07-2019, 01:36 PM
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New F Body owner, Have some questions for the experts
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Camarillo
Re: New F Body owner, Have some questions for the experts
As a preventative measure, add a little stop leak of some kind to your cooling system. A gm pellet or some bottled goo from auto parts store.
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Tech / General Engine
09-07-2019, 01:30 PM
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Intermittant no crank, Scanner won't communicate w/ ECM /VATS help please.
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Camarillo
Re: Intermittant no crank, Scanner won't communicate w/ ECM /VATS help please.
Have you checked the resistance of the bypass and made sure the connections are good? I just used 2 resistors to get mine going.
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Tech / General Engine
09-07-2019, 01:22 PM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Re: Hot engine no start problems return/ UPDATE: FIXED?
UPDATE: I have it Working now by tying a 2000 ohm and at 390 ohm resistor in series I got 2390 with 2% tolerance. The 20 extra ohms are only .08% of the load, so I am within working limits! The car...
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Tech / General Engine
09-06-2019, 10:36 PM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Re: Hot engine no start problems return
2.37k on the original, and the other key after filing says open or 3.4–5k. I didn’t read it during the day before I tried to smooth it. Weird thing is the key worked sometimes, most of the time...
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Tech / General Engine
09-06-2019, 09:41 PM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Re: Hot engine no start problems return
I installed a brand new starter last night. And the one that was on there had 30,000 miles and about 10 years on it. Solid connections on both before and after.
i have owned this car since 2004 put...
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Tech / General Engine
09-06-2019, 07:20 PM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Re: Hot engine no start problems return
When it is a no start it is a no crank no start, and no solenoid (I think). The relay clicks and fuel pump primes. When it does turn it starts every time. And it starts quickly. I tried the original...
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Tech / General Engine
09-06-2019, 02:09 PM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Re: Hot engine no start problems return
Starter connections are tight and solid. Checked them yesterday.
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Tech / General Engine
09-06-2019, 11:53 AM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Re: Hot engine no start problems return
So I let it sit for 2 plus hours and it still won’t start. I. Researched the VATS system then I looked closely at the chip in my key, and noticed it was dirty I nail scratched it to clean the...
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Tech / General Engine
09-06-2019, 11:19 AM
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tach goes crazy, engine misses
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Camarillo
Re: tach goes crazy, engine misses
Thank you for the correction. I have been unable to find the white paste provided with new modules, outside of coming with a new one. I tried the di electric stuff when my white paste dried out.
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Tech / General Engine
09-06-2019, 08:58 AM
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Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
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Camarillo
Hot engine no start problems return UPDATE, fixed for $3.50
1990 camaro 305 tbi
new starter. New battery, alternator good. Fresh grease on ignition control mod, plugs and wires good. Good fuel pressure and combustion. All vacuum lines good, no obvious shorts...
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Tech / General Engine
09-05-2019, 10:38 PM
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fried 2 ignition coils in 2 days
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Posted By
Camarillo
Re: fried 2 ignition coils in 2 days
What brand of coils?
I had bad luck with MSD, they just fail it don’t work for me. I tried BWD, I think, and the coil has been perfect for the last 7-8 years.
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Tech / General Engine
09-01-2019, 06:49 PM
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tach goes crazy, engine misses
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Camarillo
Re: tach goes crazy, engine misses
Did you properly grease the ignition control module before installing it on the distributor? If not there could be your problem. There’s a special white lithium grease and you have to grease the...
Forum:
Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-18-2019, 03:26 PM
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What would you do? Help clarifying rear differential replacement assemblies install
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Camarillo
What would you do? Help clarifying rear differential replacement assemblies install
I need advice and guidance please. I have a standard 1990 RS 305 TBI 700r4. Front disc, rear drums. The rear end is about done at 291,000, it is howling on the freeway especially when I let off the...
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Tech / General Engine
12-17-2011, 11:23 AM
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whats wrong with my car????
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Camarillo
Re: whats wrong with my car????
First get the codes to see what it/ they are. Some parts stores will read them for free if you do not own a scanner. or you can jumper terminals on the data connecter and read the blinking pattern of...
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Tech / General Engine
12-17-2011, 10:31 AM
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High Idle/RPM after paint job
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603
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Camarillo
High Idle/RPM after paint job
Back story, I had a paint job about 1.5 years ago, and my 90 tbi camaro was not happy afterwards, the ignition control module failed. I replaced it and all went well.
In early November I was...
Forum:
Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-23-2010, 10:40 PM
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quick swap stock for 3.73, problems?
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643
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Camarillo
Re: quick swap stock for 3.73, problems?
I searched but never found a post explaining how to install the speedo gears in the transmission (700r4). I found that i need a 44 and a 15....
Forum:
Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-27-2010, 06:37 PM
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quick swap stock for 3.73, problems?
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643
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Camarillo
quick swap stock for 3.73, problems?
what will happen when i put in a set of 3.73s?
I know the rpm will be higher, but will it hurt my transmission or interfere with the computer?
is there a guesstimate for how much the speed is off?...
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Tech / General Engine
10-28-2010, 10:45 AM
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7
Engine Stalling, Need Help Please...
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577
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Camarillo
Re: Engine Stalling, Need Help Please...
Looked into ignition control module and or ignition coil yet?
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
10-28-2010, 10:42 AM
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27
Just got a Diagnostic.. Air diverter valve?
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21,208
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Camarillo
Re: Just got a Diagnostic.. Air diverter valve?
I had all kinds of issues when my diverter was bad, 40 at the junk yard and i was back on the road. spray out the vent coming off diverter with carb spray to break up old deposits
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
10-28-2010, 10:34 AM
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New guy needs help
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362
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Camarillo
Re: New guy needs help
The coolant fan sensor is on the passenger side of the engine, above the starter, controls cooling fans, cost for part $15-$46. The fuel issue...? have you done a tune up? like plugs $20 wires $25,...
Forum:
TBI
10-28-2010, 10:26 AM
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The TBI glitch that I can't fix
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Camarillo
Re: The TBI glitch that I can't fix
Dont forget to grease the plate on the ignition control mod. 276k ?! thats what I have on my Camaro, rock on high mileage.
Forum:
TBI
10-28-2010, 12:38 AM
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12
The TBI glitch that I can't fix
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1,616
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Camarillo
Re: The TBI glitch that I can't fix
try putting your old ignition coil in. I had a weird issue less than 2 months after installing an msd. stumbling etc.
Forum:
Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-22-2010, 01:02 PM
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8
4L60E
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2,104
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Camarillo
Re: 4L60E
According to my GM shop manual, my 1990 Camaro rs tbi 305 is equipped with the 4l60, (formerly THM 700-r4) is there any difference between a 700-r4 and a 4l60? what is the difference between a 4l60...
Forum:
Aftermarket Product Review
10-05-2010, 01:00 AM
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shop manual?
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1,270
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Camarillo
Re: shop manual?
I got my official GM factory manual for my year specific, for $20 on Amazon. its the dealership camaro book, from private seller, check amazon. (this book has EVERYTHING)
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
09-27-2010, 10:59 PM
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5
64cc #187 heads ok AND/ OR 1.6 magnum arms?
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1,096
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Camarillo
Re: 64cc #187 heads ok AND/ OR 1.6 magnum arms?
Damon, what will the result of the lower compression be or mean?
will I just have to use different gas?
Supervisor, are you saying installing 1.6 rockers arms will make no difference to...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
09-27-2010, 08:02 PM
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3
Sudden starter problems / wire missing
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648
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Camarillo
Re: Sudden starter problems
Have you checked out your ignition coil and or ignition control module, when my ig cont mod went out it was hard start, when recently my ig coil gave out it was tough to start but it turned. neutral...
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Tech / General Engine
09-27-2010, 02:11 AM
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5
64cc #187 heads ok AND/ OR 1.6 magnum arms?
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1,096
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Camarillo
64cc #187 heads ok AND/ OR 1.6 magnum arms?
Can I run 64cc 187s on a stock LO3, stock computer with out having negative compression issues?
how can I?
Can I install 1.6 magnum rocker arms on a stock LO3, stock computer with out negative...
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-27-2010, 12:44 AM
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13
LT1 cam 65 shipped
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510
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Camarillo
Re: LT1 cam 65 shipped
How much If i send you a check, or cash? you can wait for check to clear if you feel more comfortable this way.
John
Forum:
Engine Swap
09-24-2010, 10:13 PM
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14
How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
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769
Posted By
Camarillo
85 tpi corvette
Would an 85 tpi corvette be a good donor car? can u use a 90 tpi computer to control this?
Forum:
Engine Swap
09-24-2010, 02:32 PM
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14
How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
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769
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Camarillo
Re: How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
Ive been watching craigslist like an ocd stalker watching for car/and or parts, but not too much luck so far
Forum:
Aftermarket Product Review
09-24-2010, 01:32 PM
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11
How to fit msd 8226 blaster?
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7,685
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Camarillo
UPDATE. MINE WAS TRASH!!!!!!
well the coil made a great improvement for two weeks, then trouble began, less than 40 days on the car it failed! I dont know if it was mine in particular or all of them, but I will not buy one again.
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
09-24-2010, 01:30 PM
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8
Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
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893
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Camarillo
Re: Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
slowpoke, pm me your mailing address, I have some paper for you! It was the msd 8226! 38 days old and it failed. thanks all, traded msd for bwd coil and got 14 cash back
Forum:
Engine Swap
09-24-2010, 12:16 AM
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14
How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
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769
Posted By
Camarillo
1991 Caprice 9C1 donor car? good idea?
If I bought a 1991 caprice 9c1 car, would it give me everything I need
is transmission same?
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
09-24-2010, 12:08 AM
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8
Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
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893
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Camarillo
Re: Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
will try this, could it be my distributor?
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
09-23-2010, 02:52 PM
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8
Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
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893
Posted By
Camarillo
Re: Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
I have not adjusted or checked timing
timing has not been adjusted in 2 years, no settings were changed, never pulled distributor, It would not automatically change right?
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Tech / General Engine
09-23-2010, 02:30 PM
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8
Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
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893
Posted By
Camarillo
Hard start, chug-chatter-stumble on hard accel under 3500ish
hard start, just replaced starter. sometimes backfires thru TBI when wont start after letting key go, white smoke smells like gas.
recently replaced alternator, starter, batter, ignition control...
Forum:
Engine Swap
09-22-2010, 03:26 PM
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14
How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
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769
Posted By
Camarillo
Re: How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
the trucks do not have EGR? Chesterfield, is this what you are saying?
Forum:
Engine Swap
09-21-2010, 09:56 PM
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14
How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
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769
Posted By
Camarillo
Re: How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
So I found a 350 complete with tbi listed as:
88-95 Gm 350 Motor 4-Bolt Fuel Injct Roller Cam All Complete Runner
with power steering pump and various wires
$850
this is a truck motor with belt...
Forum:
Engine Swap
09-21-2010, 08:55 PM
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14
How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
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769
Posted By
Camarillo
How to spend $1500? seeking engine advice
Can I swap in a better engine with $1500?:huh:
I will do all the installation labor
I have a tired 305 LO3 in my 1990, automatic Camaro
I need to replace it or swap in something else
I want to...
Forum:
Engine Swap
09-03-2010, 12:21 PM
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0
? abt plug n play 305 to 350. vendor advice correct?
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338
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Camarillo
? abt plug n play 305 to 350. vendor advice correct?
plese delete this post
Forum:
TBI
08-29-2010, 01:38 PM
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20
modified stock air intake
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1,551
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Camarillo
Re: modified stock air intake
Well done! I like the looks of this set up.
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-26-2010, 02:22 PM
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[CA]
305 TBI engine plus aftermarket extras...
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1,209
Posted By
Camarillo
Re: 305 TBI engine plus aftermarket extras...
What are the Head castings? 081 or 187
Forum:
Interior
08-20-2010, 01:31 PM
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545
Important/Useful :
Seatbelt Recall
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95,358
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Camarillo
Re: Seatbelt Recall
They seem to only want to replace my drivers side harness, with flame red, they say that its all that is available. Wont touch any other belts. FYI complain about all belts coming undone and MAYBE...
Forum:
TBI
08-20-2010, 02:04 AM
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8
Camaro cranks starts and just dies
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3,408
Posted By
Camarillo
Re: Camaro cranks starts and just dies
Check the ignition control module on the distributor under dist cap. look at grease under icm on bottom plate. 2 screws. Special thermal white grease is needed, and dries out. I had similar issues,...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
08-20-2010, 01:23 AM
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need advice to good to be true PLEASE HELP
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534
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Camarillo
Re: need advice to good to be true PLEASE HELP
:2cents: Just to be a pessimist for the sake of paranoia, I have to ask... Do you KNOW this guy, or you met him on craigslist, through an ad? Could it be a scam to steal/strip your car? Or up sell...
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