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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-30-2008, 10:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,326
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Complete HOLLEY STEATH RAM setup CHEAP!!

Your link to the Jegs website is for the complete Stealth ram system. You are only selling the intake? You do not mention the Holley Commander 950 control module. Is that included? Is it separate?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-30-2008, 04:30 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 18,800
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: SPOHN K-member

You need to talk to Spohn. k-member was designed for small blocks..not a big block.
Forum: DIY PROM
08-15-2007, 10:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 22,839
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Knock Sensor location in early model block

I agree... it may have a plug in it, but the hole is there.
Forum: DIY PROM
08-09-2007, 01:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,126
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Has GM lost their mind?? $300+ for an 8D MEMCAL!

I take it no one has found any other sources?
Forum: DIY PROM
08-08-2007, 01:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,126
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Has GM lost their mind?? $300+ for an 8D MEMCAL!

Has anyone found an alternate source? I too used AutoPartsGiant, and never received my part. Going through the Paypal complaint process now.
Forum: DIY PROM
08-08-2007, 01:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 794
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Need help adding Extended Upper VE table to Tunercat TDF

Thanks! I saw the "factor" line, but there were conversion, bias and scalar factor options on that screen and didnt know where to put it.
Forum: DIY PROM
08-07-2007, 09:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 794
Posted By Desert86Roc

Need help adding Extended Upper VE table to Tunercat TDF

I am not sure I added the table correctly. The values look way out of range. Before I go changing anything, I want to be sure I am in the right area. I am using the S_AUJP_V3 bin file (not the...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-04-2007, 09:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,245
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: 383 TPI Camaro parting out

How much for the headliner shipped?
Forum: DIY PROM
07-26-2007, 02:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 522
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Oil Temp Sensor affecting tune?

Great...thats what I was hoping. Thanks.
Forum: DIY PROM
07-25-2007, 04:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 522
Posted By Desert86Roc

Oil Temp Sensor affecting tune?

IS $8D oil temp sensor input used in any calculations? I have a converted MAF -> SD harness, and my scan tool always reads the oil temp as -39*

I know I dont have a oil temp sensor, only ECM...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-11-2007, 03:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,161
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Can I hurt my '86 305 with ARAP bin ($6E)?

At a minimum, you will need to unplug your cold start injector harness. Otherwise you will get way too much fuel at startup. The cold start injector switch is not computer controlled. The 6E has...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-20-2007, 10:34 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 18,800
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: SPOHN K-member

What is keeping it from dropping into place? Are the motor mounts possibly upside down?

Send me an email with the pic?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-13-2007, 07:00 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 18,800
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: SPOHN K-member

After straightening the center link, everything is clearing OK...I just cant tell what it will do after full weight is on it.

http://www.metzcon.com/images/suspension.jpg
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-13-2007, 03:28 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 18,800
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: SPOHN K-member

Well, I wont know for sure how it turns out until I get the motor and trans back in. I ordered a new set of heads from AFR, and it has been 5 weeks, and they still have not shipped.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-25-2007, 02:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 553
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Stealth Ram Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator

Just curious...what did you replace it with?
Forum: DIY PROM
04-17-2007, 04:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Wideband 02 Options

In the above recommended setup, were there any special wiring considerations for using the wideband output -> narrowband input?

Thanks again for the suggestion.
Forum: DIY PROM
04-17-2007, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 730
Posted By Desert86Roc

Wideband 02 Options

Has anyone replaced the narrowband 02 (heated or unheated) in their setup with a wideband that has a narrowband output option?

If you have:

- What model(s) did you purchase and did you run...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-05-2007, 09:01 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 18,800
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: SPOHN K-member

I think he is including the time to the powdercoater and back. He only ships to the powdercoater when he has a full order because it is cheaper. Nothing wrong with that.

I think you are...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-03-2007, 02:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 949
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: used Borla Cat Back..

Also interested....shipping to 85302
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-20-2007, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 697
Posted By Desert86Roc

Re: Rack & Pinion Conversion - Anyone done it?

Nevermind....determined that the disadvantages/cost outweigh any benefits.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-20-2007, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 697
Posted By Desert86Roc

Rack & Pinion Conversion - Anyone done it?

Has anyone successfully converted their 3rd gen to rack & pinion? By "successfully", I mean that whatever solution they came up with resulted in comparable steering capability with the stock...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-13-2007, 09:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,698
Posted By Desert86Roc

Thanks for the info... What year(s) of G body...

Thanks for the info... What year(s) of G body should I look at?

From what I have read and looked at, the shorter arms should dumb the steering down, not make the ratio quicker. The shorter arms...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-13-2007, 12:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,698
Posted By Desert86Roc

Update: To all with suggestions, thanks. One of...

Update: To all with suggestions, thanks. One of the suggestions was to change the pitman arm, but just changing the pitman arm is not an option, you have to have a matching idler arm. Almost...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-17-2007, 11:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,698
Posted By Desert86Roc

Ok...here are pictures of what is going on. I...

Ok...here are pictures of what is going on. I have been looking for shorter pitman arm/idler arm combos..but have not been able to locate them. Even called Federal Mogul (moog) and talked to their...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-12-2007, 01:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,698
Posted By Desert86Roc

Yeah...that was helpful. Thanks

Yeah...that was helpful. Thanks
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-12-2007, 09:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,698
Posted By Desert86Roc

bump... any ideas?

bump... any ideas?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-09-2007, 02:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,698
Posted By Desert86Roc

Steering Linkage vs K-member Problem

Do any of you know of idler arm / pitman arm combinations that are shorter than my IROCs? My current pitman arm/idler arm length is 6.5" center to center. I am looking for something that is 5.75" -...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-07-2007, 05:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 625
Posted By Desert86Roc

Hors_pwr... So far, there is LilJayv10 and...

Hors_pwr...

So far, there is LilJayv10 and Legal Disaster ahead of you...If I dont get a solid commitment from either of them by Sunday, you are next in line.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-07-2007, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 625
Posted By Desert86Roc

$300 + shipping firm. No, sorry, Dont need...

$300 + shipping firm.

No, sorry, Dont need any sport-lines.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-06-2007, 05:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 625
Posted By Desert86Roc

1 car + 2 sets of a-arms = get rid of one set. ...

1 car + 2 sets of a-arms = get rid of one set. :)
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-02-2007, 02:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,337
Posted By Desert86Roc

I eliminated the rag joint all together by going...

I eliminated the rag joint all together by going with a Borgeson polished stainless steel u-joint and their cut-to-length collapsible shaft. Takes up a lot less space too.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-29-2007, 03:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,337
Posted By Desert86Roc

Actually they wear out quite frequently. They...

Actually they wear out quite frequently. They are often overlooked and will wear out way before your gearbox. I too thought my gearbox was bad (over 200k miles) and it turned out to be the rag...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-29-2007, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 584
Posted By Desert86Roc

Do you run 10's in the quarter? Otherwise you...

Do you run 10's in the quarter? Otherwise you dont make enough power to lift the front end of a 3600 lb car.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-29-2007, 01:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,337
Posted By Desert86Roc

Did you change your "rag joint" between your...

Did you change your "rag joint" between your gearbox and the "steering"shaft? :) That is where most play occurs.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-29-2007, 01:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 978
Posted By Desert86Roc

It would be very hard for the k-member to shift...

It would be very hard for the k-member to shift unless you sheared off the locating pins. I still think you bent something.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2007, 04:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 978
Posted By Desert86Roc

Sounds like you have bent the front subframe. ...

Sounds like you have bent the front subframe. Even though the car is a unibody, I would recommend taking to a place that can straighten frames so that can put it on the rack and see where the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2007, 11:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 599
Posted By Desert86Roc

Need some quick Help - Post a pic of an IROC front suspension (from under the car)

Need to compare some suspension pieces to stock. If you can snap some shots of your centerlink and tie rod area, from the front and from the side and email them, that would be greeaaaaaat. If the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-21-2007, 10:32 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 18,800
Posted By Desert86Roc

Weight difference between Stock kmember and spohn...

Weight difference between Stock kmember and spohn is not what was described earlier.

Mild Steel:
Stock Spohn
kmember 40 lbs 29lbs
A-arms 14 x 2 ...
Forum: Brakes
01-10-2007, 05:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,614
Posted By Desert86Roc

Dont know if anyone has actual numbers, but I...

Dont know if anyone has actual numbers, but I went from stock to LS1, and felt a nice difference. I then went from LS1 to C5, and let me tell you....dramatic difference. Of course I opted for...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-16-2006, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,130
Posted By Desert86Roc

PM Sent

PM Sent
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-06-2006, 06:58 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,626
Posted By Desert86Roc

Email Sent

Email Sent
Forum: Camaros for Sale
09-14-2006, 11:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,476
Posted By Desert86Roc

PM sent

PM sent
Forum: DIY PROM
09-06-2006, 05:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,312
Posted By Desert86Roc

I didnt see anyone mention your knock sensor. ...

I didnt see anyone mention your knock sensor. When you did your 305 -> 350 swap, did you change the knock sensor. They are different and will report knock at different frequencies.
Forum: DIY PROM
08-28-2006, 03:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,385
Posted By Desert86Roc

What editor are you using? If you have aluminum...

What editor are you using? If you have aluminum heads, you can start with the ARAP bin, and just flip the bit for manual vs automatic. Also, if you had read the tech article on prom tuning, you...
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