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Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 10:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 502
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Tech...Breth, you asked what my car runs at the...

Tech...Breth, you asked what my car runs at the track.

I have a G-tech time of 13.89 @ 104mph (which is inaccurate on a g-tech). This was on street tires, in 80* heat with 95% humidity. I had a...
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 10:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 704
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

OK once again you are proving you know absolutly...

OK once again you are proving you know absolutly nothing about your car. The 3rd weighs in at over 3k but easily under 3700(the 'verts are the heaviest) And do not believe you have a vert. I know my...
Forum: Exhaust
08-23-2001, 07:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 531
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Just because a book was published with that...

Just because a book was published with that recommendation does not make it right.

And just cause you can read doesn't make you know any better than the next guy.
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 07:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 517
Posted By IROC5.7TPI



Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 06:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 704
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

A 2900lb. Maverick only goes 14's or high 13's ...

A 2900lb. Maverick only goes 14's or high 13's https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gif

Wouldn't that equal out to about 150hp at the wheels?

You got nerve talking smack about me. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-23-2001, 06:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,158
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Thanks, Glenn. I was hoping you'd see this and...

Thanks, Glenn. I was hoping you'd see this and respond.

TTYL.

I'm going to take a few degrees out of the initial timing and see what happens.

Mike
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-23-2001, 12:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,158
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

TPI Knock Retard

I have a TPIS stage 3 PROM. It works excellent from my experience with it so far.

The other day, I scanned it. While at WOT I am getting 4-6* of knock retard.

The initial timing is set at...
Forum: Exhaust
08-23-2001, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 565
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

They came on the TPI cars. They have a 2 1/4...

They came on the TPI cars. They have a 2 1/4 outlet. I have a set for sale if you're interested.

Theres another set that are stainless. They came on TPI equipped Vettes- have a center outlet, and...
Forum: Exhaust
08-23-2001, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 531
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Please trust me here when I say this: You...

Please trust me here when I say this:

You don't need true duals. A 3" or 3 1/2" single setup will be plenty. It will provide excellent ground clearance, as well as good fit and sound.

Sorry,...
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 12:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 517
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

It wasn't a racial comment. Now your making...

It wasn't a racial comment.

Now your making me look like a racist. I'm suing for slander if you keep it up Mr. Moderator. You take that threat to heart.

[This message has been edited by...
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 12:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 374
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Sorry bud, but I assume you don't know about over...

Sorry bud, but I assume you don't know about over lean conditions. You will need more fuel to compensate for the airflow, as well as a lot of horsepower to burn all that A/F mix

Just a heads up to...
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 12:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 462
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

I think it'll be a long time before someone posts...

I think it'll be a long time before someone posts an honest V8 kill. It just doesn't happen every day. https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gif
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 12:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 432
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Sounds like a sticking FP relay to me. ...

Sounds like a sticking FP relay to me.

They're only >$10. Replace it and see if it stops.

They are known to stick on.
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 11:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 401
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Just hook it up to a scanner and read the CTS...

Just hook it up to a scanner and read the CTS Temp. value. It should be consistent with the gauge on the dash. If it reads considerably higher or lower, then its in need of replacement.



...
Forum: V6
08-23-2001, 11:55 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 704
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Hope you don't fall asleep at the wheel. ...

Hope you don't fall asleep at the wheel. https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/smile.gif

Almost like a road trip to Disney Land. https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gif

...
Forum: TPI
08-22-2001, 03:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 505
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

I had a code 42 and replaced or inspected just...

I had a code 42 and replaced or inspected just about everything.

It ended up being the tan wire leading into the ECM. Its actually the one that runs under the hood that you disconnect to set the...
Forum: V6
08-22-2001, 03:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 393
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

the knocking is more than likely your trans mount...

the knocking is more than likely your trans mount or torque arm mount at the trans.

As far as the rear-end goes...

I'd get a 3.27 9 bolt with disc brakes. They are cheap and not too hard to...
Forum: V6
08-22-2001, 02:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 401
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Most of the answers have been related to ignition...

Most of the answers have been related to ignition wires and spark plugs.

Yes, it sounds like you need both of them, but another area you may want to look into is the CTS-Coolant Temp Sensor. If...
Forum: V6
08-22-2001, 10:40 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 462
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Now I have to agree, thats a bad MoFo. ...

Now I have to agree, thats a bad MoFo.

TomP....

Don't judge me as a non-gearhead just because I disagree with people utilizing a V6 FBody for anything other than transportation. Its my honest...
Forum: V6
08-22-2001, 01:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 431
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Edit: Took out all the useless information...

Edit: Took out all the useless information again.

[This message has been edited by Ovrclck350 (edited August 22, 2001).]
Forum: V6
08-22-2001, 01:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 277
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

So come and do it plow-boy. ...

So come and do it plow-boy. https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/eek.gif

Your gonna make physical threats on a public forum? Its OK...cause for one I'm not scared, tuff guy. And for two, if...
Forum: V6
08-21-2001, 07:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 277
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

You got mail. ...

You got mail.
https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/eek.gif https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/eek.gif https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/eek.gif
Have lots of fun with your newfound power ...
Forum: V6
08-21-2001, 06:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 277
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

I think that the fact that your running a V6 is...

I think that the fact that your running a V6 is hurting performance.

The DIY PROM board will get you an honset answer.

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Mike L.

The Weapon of Choice:
1987 IROC Z 5.7...
Forum: V6
08-21-2001, 02:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 431
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Edit: Took out all the useless info once again. ...

Edit: Took out all the useless info once again.

[This message has been edited by Ovrclck350 (edited August 22, 2001).]
Forum: TPI
08-21-2001, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 353
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

The price is very reasonable. I would look into...

The price is very reasonable. I would look into it further and see how the car presents itself.

FormulaKid:

You got a deal of a lifetime. I am tired of you comparing it to every one elses...
Forum: TPI
08-21-2001, 11:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,402
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

I pulled out nearly every hair I had left in my...

I pulled out nearly every hair I had left in my head trying to figure out why I was getting a code 42. I checked every possibility.

Guess what it was ...
Forum: V6
08-21-2001, 10:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 431
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

The wiring isn't that hard to convert for a TPI...

The wiring isn't that hard to convert for a TPI setup.


EDIT: Took out all the useless information.

[This message has been edited by Ovrclck350 (edited August 22, 2001).]
Forum: V6
08-21-2001, 10:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 306
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Theres this theory called "thermal efficiency". ...

Theres this theory called "thermal efficiency".

You V6 guys couldn't comprehend the laws of friction.

https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gif ...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-21-2001, 10:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 438
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

That was almost literally a "kill story". ...

That was almost literally a "kill story". https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/eek.gif

I'm glad the dummy wasn't hurt. Maybe it knocked some sense into him??



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Mike L.
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Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-21-2001, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 243
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Good kills, but shouldn't you pick on somebody...

Good kills, but shouldn't you pick on somebody your own size? https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/biggrin.gif

I mean, you could look at any of those cars you beat, and know you will beat them...
Forum: V6
08-20-2001, 09:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 335
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Ok...I do own a V6 car. Its a 90 RS. I drive it...

Ok...I do own a V6 car. Its a 90 RS. I drive it in the winter and beat it like a rental car. Thats what I think they are good for.
Its slow, and I'd never even think of modding it.

My IROC is...
Forum: Brakes
08-20-2001, 12:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,653
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

I've got 98+ rear brake parts for sale here: ...

I've got 98+ rear brake parts for sale here:

https://www.thirdgen.org/internal/classifieds/fullview.cfm?adid=10411


Check it out if you're interested.


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Mike L.
Forum: V6
08-20-2001, 12:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 335
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

John Force wants to go drag racin' ...

John Force wants to go drag racin' https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/biggrin.gif

bring it on

I'm glad you think I can go 14's. Maybe after a few more mods ...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-19-2001, 11:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 309
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

#1 16.50's #2 15.30's #3 17.30's ...

#1 16.50's

#2 15.30's

#3 17.30's

#4 17.50's

Yours: low 14's- high 13's if you can drive it.
Forum: V6
08-19-2001, 11:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 493
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

hahahahahahah ...

hahahahahahah https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/biggrin.gif

You guys must have been the ones in school that were always picked on. You sure have some defensive words on hand. ...
Forum: V6
08-18-2001, 11:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 493
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

I can hear you whining now..... "He's not...

I can hear you whining now.....

"He's not being niiiiice. https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/frown.gif I don't like hiiiim. Make him go awaaaay."

Babies.....
Forum: V6
08-18-2001, 02:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 520
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

#1) I've never owned an import. I've owned...

#1) I've never owned an import. I've owned Corvettes, Mustangs, Trans Ams, Camaros and anything fast that doesn't have a 6 banger.

#2) Any idiot that would waste his $$$ on a NA 6 banger and go...
Forum: V6
08-18-2001, 02:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 493
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Not by a V6 ...

Not by a V6 https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/biggrin.gif
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-18-2001, 12:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 291
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Don't forget long pants. Most tracks won't...

Don't forget long pants.

Most tracks won't let you run in shorts.



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Mike L.

The Weapon of Choice:
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-18-2001, 12:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 301
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

People here in Metro Detroit dislike Milan due to...

People here in Metro Detroit dislike Milan due to the slippery starting line. You lose .25-.50 second at that track compared to a well-prepped track.

I prefer Ubly Dragway in Bad Axe, MI....
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-18-2001, 11:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 289
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gif ...

https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gif Ya...what did it run?? https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gif

Did u get into the 13's?


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Mike L.

The Weapon...
Forum: V6
08-18-2001, 11:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 347
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Where do you get off telling me I have a loser...

Where do you get off telling me I have a loser lifestyle? Please elaborate.

You want to talk about losers...how about the guys that spend $2, $3, $4000 on a V6 just to make it beat a stock V8?
...
Forum: V6
08-18-2001, 11:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 493
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Have you guys ever seen a Go-Kart with a 5 HP...

Have you guys ever seen a Go-Kart with a 5 HP briggs & stratton engine on it? Sure you have.

Now have you ever seen the same example with a 3" dual exhaust on it? No. Why? Cause its stupid and...
Forum: V6
08-18-2001, 11:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 520
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Shoot 150HP at it. The worse that can happen is...

Shoot 150HP at it. The worse that can happen is you blow the motor to shreds, leaving room for a real engine like a V8

With N2O you can beat a 5.slow??? Wow.

I don't think I'd be calling...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-17-2001, 03:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Looking for front seats...cloth...grey or black. ...

Looking for front seats...cloth...grey or black.

Also looking for non-power antenna. Must be in good condition.

email me at IROC5.7TPI@att.net



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Mike L.
Forum: V6
08-17-2001, 03:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 347
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Any of you fast 6 banger guys from Detroit? Wanna...

Any of you fast 6 banger guys from Detroit? Wanna run motor-to-motor? No spray. No blower. No bullcrap.

I just think its funny when people think a NA 6 banger is fast. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-17-2001, 09:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 252
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Read sig for mods.... The other day, I...

Read sig for mods....

The other day, I hooked my car up to a Snap On scanner. I have my timing set at 6* as per manunfacturers specs.

I watched the knock retard, and at WOT the knock sensor...
Forum: V6
08-16-2001, 11:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 347
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Push it off a cliff ...

Push it off a cliff https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/confused.gif

What else is a V6 F-Body good for???

Oh ya....parts https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/biggrin.gif
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-13-2001, 06:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 431
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

I don't see any flame here. We are all...

I don't see any flame here.

We are all aware that Turbo 6's in RWD GM cars are fast. We also all realize that stock against stock, and modified to the same extent, the Turbo cars are faster than...
Forum: TBI
08-13-2001, 06:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 532
Posted By IROC5.7TPI

Also post pics of the hidden N2O system. ...

Also post pics of the hidden N2O system. https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/wink.gif

I also question the track you went to and their timing equipment. A local track here by Detroit has a screwed...
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