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Forum: Fabrication
07-13-2017, 11:08 PM
Replies: 658
Views: 122,268
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Home brew road racer

Ive been following this build probably as long as Ive been working on my own, 454 single turbo build. I would be honored to help you, in any way possible, finish this amazing project. PLEASE email...
Forum: Fabrication
03-20-2017, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 882
Posted By bvahnee

Looking for a Third Gen 3D Model

Specifically one that includes the undercarriage. I have two projects I'd like to start routing the pieces for in order to get started as soon as its warm enough. One is a better fitting fuel cell...
Forum: Fabrication
03-29-2016, 09:31 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,578
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Billet Hood Hinges

If anyone is wondering the top part of the bracket that attaches to the hood is roughly a 60 degree angle from the mounting positions, I dont know if you can find angle iron in 60 degree, but if you...
Forum: Fabrication
03-26-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,578
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Billet Hood Hinges

Fiberglass hood and no struts I think you could get away with 1/8th inch extruded aluminum angle, the only part that really takes a lot of the brunt is the piece that attaches to the hood. I did two...
Forum: Fabrication
03-26-2016, 11:50 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,578
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Billet Hood Hinges

I attempted making a set years ago, original thread: https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/fabrication/701622-billet-hood-hinges.html

I tried making the base and hood attachment part from separate...
Forum: Fabrication
10-24-2014, 07:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,221
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Billet Hood Hinges

http://s22.postimg.org/xnvt284lp/image.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/xnvt284lp/)


Getting the 4 axis ready! 20" "trunnion" table. I'll be making some chips soon.
Forum: Fabrication
09-04-2014, 05:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,221
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Billet Hood Hinges

This is not dead!! I've been going through a huge career transition lately and have not had the downtime this project deserves. This transition, however, means I am about to take over the family...
Forum: Fabrication
05-07-2014, 08:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,221
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Billet Hood Hinges

I can absolutely leave them bare if you want to do your own anodizing.

And yes its all plate T6 so it's fairly easy to buff and polish yourself unlike flat bar stock.

The stock stopper bolts...
Forum: Fabrication
05-06-2014, 06:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,221
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Billet Hood Hinges

Base plate, tabs and the two support arms are 1/4" 6061 T6, the plate that bolts to the hood is 3/8. Tabs are tig welded in the jigs. Then each piece is bolted together with the bearings.
Forum: Fabrication
05-06-2014, 05:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,221
Posted By bvahnee

Billet Hood Hinges

Hey everyone. Just wanted to give a sneak peak of my first prototype billet hood hinges. Pivot points have ball bearings. They're made to factory specs and reuse the stock shocks and bump stop. They...
Forum: Power Adders
04-21-2014, 01:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 799
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Dipstick for a single turbo build (Downpipe routed on pass. side)

I built my headers then put the stock dip stick into place. ("into place") I looked where it needed bends and then bent it in a vise, took a few tries but ended up with a dip stick that just fit by...
Forum: Fabrication
04-21-2014, 01:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,254
Posted By bvahnee

Re: CAD files?

if your talking about taking a 4" block of aluminum and milling it out I cant help you out...

if your talking about taking existing covers and carving some design in it I can help there just let...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-10-2014, 06:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 658
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Detailed T56 swap

I did this a couple years ago so its still fresh in my mind, any questions PM me and Ill do my best to help you out. Good luck!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-02-2014, 10:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,414
Posted By bvahnee

Re: T56 noise/ vibration after new release/throwout bearing

I got a 454 single turbo charged engine in front of my T56 and never had that type of vibration.

Have you checked the trans mount? Vibrations in neutral sounds like that might be the problem. I...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-06-2014, 04:54 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 8,383
Posted By bvahnee

Re: 82-92 Camaro Brand New Polished hood Struts steel hoods......

Got mine today. Great pieces that are going to compliment the rest of my engine bay. Thank you!
Forum: Fabrication
01-13-2014, 10:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,217
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Core support removal

Stiletto, can you send me a link/info on where you got the radiator AN hosing? I can find the -24 ish hose but nothing for hose ends. Help please? Thanks!

ps: sick build!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-09-2014, 10:47 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 8,383
Posted By bvahnee

Re: 82-92 Camaro Brand New Polished hood Struts steel hoods......

I'll take a set for a fiberglass hood. PM me!
Forum: Body
12-12-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 944
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Calling 4" cowl hood owners!

In case anyone comes across this, Big Block Chevy + edelbrock 29045 + 1" spacer + 6061 ls1 elbow + 102mm LSX TB + 4" cowl will clear with room to spare.
Forum: Body
12-01-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 944
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Calling 4" cowl hood owners!

Thanks Orr, I just ordered a 4" fiberglass hood. I had to add a 1" spacer to clear the water neck /elbow but from the sounds of it I should still be "okay".

Thanks for the replies.
Forum: Body
11-27-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 944
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Calling 4" cowl hood owners!

I was thinking more of cutting a box out of the bracing with an angle grinder. My worries then would be bracing it back up without distorting anything.

I do want a bolt on hood, I dont think I...
Forum: Body
11-27-2013, 05:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 944
Posted By bvahnee

Calling 4" cowl hood owners!

So I'm in the late stages of my BBC turbo build. I just got the new lower intake (Edelbrock Victor Jr.), 6061 sheetmetal elbow and 102mm TB bolted together. The TB is now protruding high enough that...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-27-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 296
Posted By bvahnee

massachusetts: 4" - 5" fiberglass cowl hood

Looking for a good condition fiberglass hood 82-92 Camaro with at least a 4" rise. Must be bolt on. Willing to pickup a couple hours away.

Pm me what you have. Thank you.
Forum: Fabrication
09-21-2013, 11:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,304
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Anyone use a front air splitter?

Raver, do you have an underbody CAD drawing of a third gen? Ive been contemplating CNCing some panels to smooth the body. A drawing to start with would help.
Forum: Power Adders
09-21-2013, 11:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,726
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Boost EVAC crankcase setups

Ive got passenger side with a breather and a pcv with a hose that goes into the intake piping before the throttle body. I have a feeling thats wrong for boosted setups (it does have a check valve,...
Forum: Exhaust
09-20-2013, 09:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By bvahnee

Re: 4" For Fun

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=380527342884

For the OP, this may be a good kit to start with then modify for the third gens on the cheap. I just ordered one to see how much modding...
Forum: Exhaust
09-17-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,347
Posted By bvahnee

Re: 4" For Fun

Also interested in a setup if you decide to make a few. Ive got a 454 single turbo that right now kicks out behind the front tire. Ive got some a long straight piece already so I would really only...
Forum: Fabrication
08-12-2013, 07:08 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

Raver thanks for the comments. My first two prototype intakes were made with much of the same logic as you mentioned. I ran into several issues with fitment and hood clearance which is how I ended up...
Forum: Fabrication
08-11-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://s10.postimg.org/libx4g445/20130811_194224_resized.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/libx4g445/)

This is the new TPS. I went to the zone and bought a (I think) 97 LT1 TPS. Took it all apart and...
Forum: Fabrication
08-10-2013, 07:33 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://s18.postimg.org/3m91mg9lx/20130810_185545.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/3m91mg9lx/)
Forum: Fabrication
08-10-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

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Forum: Fabrication
08-09-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://s13.postimg.org/v7faaut2r/20130809_174447.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/v7faaut2r/)
Forum: Fabrication
08-09-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://s15.postimg.org/62a9cef7b/20130809_174455.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/62a9cef7b/)
Forum: Fabrication
08-09-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://s23.postimg.org/6a06ryoc7/20130809_174503.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/6a06ryoc7/)
Forum: Fabrication
08-09-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://s13.postimg.org/t6k5ca7jn/20130809_174119.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/t6k5ca7jn/)
Forum: Fabrication
08-09-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://s24.postimg.org/8rgmnrroh/20130809_174514.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/8rgmnrroh/)

Can only upload one at a time, a few more to come
Forum: Fabrication
08-08-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,274
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Custom big block intake design + manufacture

http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/la9or.jpg
http://www.freeimagehosting.net/newuploads/nxr9m.jpg
Well here it is. Its nearly complete. Its made of six pieces of T6 blanchard ground...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-13-2013, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,722
Posted By bvahnee

Re: LC-1 sensor bad?

I just had gotten my project up and running and was having the same issue. Make sure the grounds are good and no wires are loose. Checking all of that I also thought it was a bad sensor so I went out...
Forum: North East Region
05-05-2013, 04:38 PM
Replies: 684
Views: 41,956
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Anyone in Massachusetts?

Is there anyone in the North shore area with a 4" cowl hood? Ive got my 454 single turbo big block running but the intake wont fit under a stock hood. Im trying to figure out whether or not I can get...
Forum: Brakes
05-01-2013, 08:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,598
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Hydroboost Swap - With Pics!

The line I have isnt made for power steering (I dont think, even though summit seems to say it is) so I went ahead and ordered some of that fancy blue power steering line. The only good thing about...
Forum: Brakes
04-30-2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,598
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Hydroboost Swap - With Pics!

The lines I'm using are the Earls Auto-Flex hose & fittings. Its supposed to be rated to 1500psi, which still isn't enough in theory. I did a lot of reading however and it seems like a lot of people...
Forum: Brakes
04-30-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,598
Posted By bvahnee

Hydroboost Swap - With Pics!

Going off of a couple threads on here I was able to do the Hydroboost swap with great success. I had tons of spare -6AN line and a nice size cooler laying around so I decided to try the swap. Even...
Forum: DFI and ECM
04-21-2013, 12:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,465
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Megasquirt and T56 Reverse Lockout

Thank you for posting that screenshot, it helped reaffirm the settings I had were correct. It turned out the fancy Street Fire distributor was not giving me any tach signal for the MS3. I swapped it...
Forum: DFI and ECM
04-17-2013, 06:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,465
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Megasquirt and T56 Reverse Lockout

In an unrelated note...

Are you using a relay board? Im having issues with my MS2 setup, specifically no RPM signal. Would you be able to send some screen shots of your ignition settings in...
Forum: Fabrication
01-28-2013, 05:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,919
Posted By bvahnee

Aluminum Overflow Radiator Tank

http://s8.postimage.org/6kluon40x/photo_2.jpg (http://postimage.org/image/6kluon40x/)

Needed one of these and had the time & materials to make it so I said why not. I think it turned out pretty...
Forum: Fabrication
01-26-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,306
Posted By bvahnee

Re: 454 turbo headers, stay tuned

So I recently got my hands on a black 5-speed 87 IROC-Z G92 hard top thats got 62k original miles. The body and interior are in great shape and the PO installed weld-in SFC's. My plan for when the...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
01-24-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 385
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Hatch motor assembly

Just realized its a 91-92 assembly. Im looking to replace the one in my 87. I actually own a 91 and I dont know if it works or not so I may still be a buyer, ill just have to check if I need it or...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
01-23-2013, 06:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 385
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Hatch motor assembly

Is $100 your best price? How clean? Confirmed working condition? Thanks.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
01-23-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,469
Posted By bvahnee

Re: 88 iroc ,many interior pieces,seats,plastics,shifter plate etc

Selling any other pieces of the Camaro? I need the rear hatch pulldown assembly & lower shift boot if you'd part with them. Thanks.
Forum: Fabrication
01-12-2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 881
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Looking for a machinist

What exactly did you have in mind? I can do most 2D stuff easily, 3D isnt that far off either. You can look up my previous posts about my 454 BBC turbo for an idea of what I can do. PM me with...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-25-2012, 07:25 PM
Replies: 675
Views: 33,451
Posted By bvahnee

Re: Parting out 5 cars loots of interior parts for sell

Im in need of a clutch reservoir if youve got one. Thanks!
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