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Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-01-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,988
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Home Made Trailer

My trailer is lke the one in the link, and I really like it. If it had hinged plate over the ramps I wouldn't be able to get them out. I'm too old to lift the plates and get the ramps out. I have a ...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-30-2012, 11:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,988
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Home Made Trailer

If I had that trailer to start with, I'd have a 20ft deck and a 2.5 ft dovetail. With a 20ft deck you will have enough room for a golf cart on front if you wish. I wouldn't cut the front off, I'd...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-05-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,073
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Live at the track 16 sept 2012

With that much difference, I'd be checking out where the contact is on the cam. You may need a longer pump drive if your contact is too low on the cam.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-18-2012, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 710
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Just finished my car in early April

You running CID or CCD? Heard the both have decent traction this year. Going to have my sons bird out this weekend @ CID.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-12-2012, 07:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,032
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: new carb, new gears, slowed down -_-

Have you ever thought about trying to tune the carb without the power valves? i don't run power valves, but I don't run a carb onthe street either. You can always put the power valve back in the...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-02-2012, 09:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,200
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: 327 swap in a 84 sc

I was guessing it on it being a 383. I'll still say mid 11s, like you're thinking. My 383 ran 6.40 1/8s pretty consistantly in a 2850 lb. car with less cam and a little better head, on 100 octane...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-27-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,200
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: 327 swap in a 84 sc

Why go down on the cam? If those heads have been ported by someone that knows, they could very well flow decent. That motor should make at least 550 hp, maybe more. If it's got good rods, it'll make...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-03-2011, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,615
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: fuel line-braided or aluminum?

I ran 1/2" aluminum from the pump to the regulator on both of my race cars, and braided from the cell to the pump, and from the regulator to the carb. You just have to make shure it is mounted...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-23-2010, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 439
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: back up motor

I have a backup engine and tranny. Haven't needed them since I've had um. Car was a little slower with the backup. with the 406 it runs low 6.20s and the 383 it runs low 6.40s. Didn't intend on...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-18-2010, 08:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,570
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: My set up ur opinion on 1/8 time.

My guess is low to mid 8s in the 1/8. It'll take a ho bunch more to run 6.8s. Might even be cheaper to buy a car that's already to run 6.8s than to build one with this economy. Lots of race cars out...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-18-2010, 08:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,913
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: E85 to race?

I run E85 in a 2840 lb car. 406 sbc , 6.32 to 6.38 with 60s in the 1.32 to 1.38 in the summer heat and marginal track. Haven't been out much this year early then had a heart attack little over a...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-02-2010, 10:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,890
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Blow by during racing, help need

I'd remove the pvc valve and tube on the other valve cover and install a couple moroso breather caps when racing. I tried using 2 pcv valves thinking it would pull a vaccum on the engine. I kept...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-15-2010, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 601
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: first pass on new motor

The pump may have come loose. Internal oil leak. Seen it before.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-11-2010, 09:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,307
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Here is our 1991 Camaro pics.

I couldn't tell any differance when I went to 4.10s from 3.73s on my GTA. It might have have ran a little more mph with the 3.73s. Not much.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-11-2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,371
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Easiest/cheapest way to gain 4mph?

Ya, you're right. One of the stupidest ideas I've ever heard of. You need to refrain from even thinking of going to the track for a few years, untill you get some common sence. And that was lite...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-28-2010, 05:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,788
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Who's running E85 ?

North edge of town, Peoria Rd.& Dirksen Pky. I got a 30 gallon drum I'm going to use. I can get one for you if you need it. They had some floor cleaning stuff in them. Just have to wash them out....
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-27-2010, 09:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,788
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Who's running E85 ?

I bought mine in Springfield, at Freedom oil@ $2.29 a gallon. It tested 85 on the nose. Went I inquired about buying my fuel from them, they told me they have 85 year round there. I switched for the...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-23-2010, 05:18 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 11,926
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Tall deck BBC in a thirdgen??

drill them 5/8 and use a hiem joint if it is a race only car. I used s10 spindles when I built my car. I ended up breaking a tie rod end at the track last year comming out of the burn out box and...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-17-2010, 12:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 836
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Need suggestions

I have found that using the .002 feeler gauge works best for me, then 1/2 turn will preload the lifter enough to keep from floating the valves as the lifters pump up. My old 383 with the comp hyd...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-16-2010, 09:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 836
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Need suggestions

I would adjust the valves one at a time. I use a .002 feeler gauge and then 1/2 turn tighter. I run a pretty large comp hyd roller cam and comp lifters. I shifted at 6800/6900 when I had that engine...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-11-2010, 06:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,788
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Who's running E85 ?

Well, I made to the track yesterday running E85. My car didn't pick up much if anything at all. Air was 1800 ft with temps in the low 80s. The best I had was 1.31 60 6.31@107.83 mph. Last fall with...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-06-2010, 09:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,415
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: First passes of the year with the 401 twin turbo

Looks like you'll be well into the 9s when you get your tune down. VERY NICE!! For a street car, that car IS fast. Congrats on the build. I'd be a tad worried on the rear though.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-05-2010, 05:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,888
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Low ET, but high MPH

You do what you want. My little 406 with a carb will blow those little tires you have right off. My car weighs 2840 and I leave at 4200, with a 1.27 60 fter. I can foot brake it and it'll 60 ft 1.32,...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-31-2010, 05:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,124
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: How much more power to be expected having my heads fully ported?

What I'm about to say isn't meant to be a smart *** or any thing, but the heads are probably to big for the engine. Throwing good money after bad will keep you broke. To make them a good set of heads...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-31-2010, 05:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,888
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Low ET, but high MPH

You need some video of this car leaving. I agree it is very soft on the 60. It's either spinning the tires or slipping in the converter or trans. Even with the 373s it should be 60 ftn at least mid...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-22-2010, 05:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,371
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Dart Iron Eagles

I have a set of 200 cc iron eagles that were on a 383 with a hydrolic roller cam. I have done some porting on them, but have had good results with them. On my old 383 with flat top pistons and the...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-08-2010, 07:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,733
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: PROM ABYA 5400

I have one in IL. I have the ecm and memcal, will only sell together. That's the last of my GTA stash. Send me an email if interested.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
02-13-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,788
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Who's running E85 ?

I got my E85 tuned carb back yesterday, was exspensive, but looks awsome. I think I'll leave the gas carb on for a while. Taking the car down to get it certified next Sat. then I'll be pulling the...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-25-2010, 05:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 776
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: no motor in car. can i install a cage?

I would make sure the car is level side to side and front to back before you do any welding on it. I used 1/2 flat washers to make sure mine was level before I did any welding on it. If you weld a...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-20-2010, 05:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,298
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: embarrassed to ask this,

I think most guys have their own beliefs, regardless of age. It's just the experiences that people have with differant types of things. I have had street tires that liked lower pressure and some...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-19-2010, 06:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,298
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: embarrassed to ask this,

Better get the posi first. More power = more spin.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-19-2010, 06:40 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,618
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: New thirdgen project

I agree! But they still have the separation problem at higher hp. 3rd and 4th gen cars are much better in mop.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-19-2010, 06:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 598
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Estimated power/et?

My thing would be, will the 700r4 hold up? I've never had any luck with them, and wouldn't have another. When I had my GTA, I had 3 differant trannys in it, in 3 years. One of them with probuilts...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-19-2010, 05:54 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,618
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: New thirdgen project

I had them on my 78 T/A a few years ago, and they worked very well too. I know it wasn't a 3rd gen , but it could be how they are setup. I know that all of the old slapper type bars were not the same.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-19-2010, 05:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,788
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Who's running E85 ?

I'm running 13.8/1 on my 406, should be good for the E85. The guy that's doing my carb has a great rep. around here for building a carb second to none. I've always done my own stuff too, but I have...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-18-2010, 10:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,788
Posted By cp87GTA

Who's running E85 ?

I've been talking to a few guys that switched to E85. I was wanting to switch to methanol , but don't want milk in the motor. Everybody I know has problems with condensation. Not so much with E85....
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-15-2010, 10:47 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,618
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: New thirdgen project

I built both of mine from comp engineering pieces. I didn't use an anti roll bar but I'm only running about 650 hp, and it leaves pretty good. My buddy has a 70 Chevelle and he uses a roll bar with...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-15-2010, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 473
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: 165 ecm & ABYA

Any offers before it hits the bay?
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-15-2010, 05:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,618
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: New thirdgen project

And that won't be big enough. If you're bound and determined to do it no mater what guys are telling you, why ask? I just hope I'm never in the lane next to you while you trying to track skate. Small...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-13-2010, 09:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,618
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: New thirdgen project

If you really have 750 800 hp, sell the car and buy a tube car that is done. All kinds of them for sale right now much cheaper than you can build that car. 800 hp & a glide with a brake = big tire...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-09-2010, 09:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,775
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: My new fuel cell/battery box

You don't need anymore holes in it. You use the one with the roll over valve. You can use braided line or aluminum tubing. Attach it through the trunk floor, It'll be your vent and it won't spill if...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-09-2010, 03:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,775
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: My new fuel cell/battery box

To be legal they have to be vented out side the car. When I had my car inspected they required the vent/roll over to be through the floor. In case of a roll over the fuel won't spill out. Yours looks...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-09-2010, 02:57 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,617
Posted By cp87GTA

re: What are your goals for the 2010 racing season? and your failures...

I ran .02 quicker than I was supossed to the last few months of the season last year at my regular track. The other track that is within driving distance, will shut you down. If you run faster than...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-08-2010, 11:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 473
Posted By cp87GTA

165 ecm & ABYA

I have a 165 ecm & ABYA memcal left. I want what I paid for it $100.00 + shipping. If it don't sell on here it'll hit the bay in a few days. Also have a set of glass T tops in decent shape, drivers...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-06-2010, 10:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: WTB: Knock sensor + PROM 350 TPI

I have a ecm and a ABYA memcal. $100.00 + shipping. Won't separate.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-02-2010, 04:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 850
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: Need tpi parts

I have a couple of ecms with factory memcals. Both are `165 ecms for maf, both for 350s. one is ABWT and one is ABYA. $100.00 each plus shipping. They both came from running cars a few years ago. I...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-31-2009, 02:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 925
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: I will get revenge on STi

First thing, check the eagle crank snout very carefully. All the ones I have seen are about.002 too small, and if you are going external balance will cause a problem. All sbc balancers should be a...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-29-2009, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 336
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: WTB 700r4 running or in need of rebuild

I have one that was rebuilt with some good parts a few years ago. It has the good servo and boost valve, trango shift kit ect. It does have a problem shifting 3 rd gear, shifts into nuteral. My boy...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-05-2009, 10:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,012
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: general drag questions and lsx swap ??'s

Because it is an option, and can be installed in a 3rd gen.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-05-2009, 12:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,012
Posted By cp87GTA

Re: general drag questions and lsx swap ??'s

I dissagree on the 10 bolt. The later 8.5 10 bolts are very strong, provided they are set up correctly. The later ones even have 30 spline axles from the factory. The factory gov-lock how ever is a...
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