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Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-06-2024, 07:32 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,688
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Sniper EFI

I'm strongly considering the Sniper setup for my upcoming engine build. What advantage does the Hyperspark give you if you already have your Sniper up and running?
Forum: TPI
07-30-2011, 01:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 659
Posted By GTA90X

Re: mass air flow Q

Don't cut your heating elements!! The ECM sends voltage through them to maintain a constant temperature. That is how it measures airflow.

I think you mean removing the screens at either end of...
Forum: Group Purchases
07-27-2011, 09:59 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,741
Posted By GTA90X

Re: EBL group buy 2011

Ordering next week....
Forum: Body
07-21-2011, 10:54 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 12,661
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Sinking Bumpers

Although this is an older suggestion, if anyone wants to try Styrofoam I have almost unlimited access to large blocks of it. They measure about 24"x60"x8".

I'll look into it but I seriously doubt...
Forum: TPI
07-19-2011, 06:19 PM
Replies: 394
Views: 144,257
Posted By GTA90X

Re: The official First fuel injection tpi system build (100 percent installed and vid

Oh and about your polished valve covers....

One of the things I really like about your engine compartment is that even with that monster intake, it could still pass for stock to a lot of people....
Forum: TPI
07-19-2011, 06:09 PM
Replies: 394
Views: 144,257
Posted By GTA90X

Re: The official First fuel injection tpi system build (100 percent installed and vid

Are you sure about 11.8 ?? Motor Trend has it at 12.8 for the GT Premium. Their numbers are usually a little on the conservative side so 12.5 or 12.6 wouldn't surprise me. Granted that is still...
Forum: TPI
07-18-2011, 07:56 PM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,606
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

Sorry. Based upon the forum section I just assumed you were having issues with TPI setups. :)
Forum: TPI
07-18-2011, 05:24 PM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,606
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

Forgive me if I missed it but I don't recall reading about any of you guys checking your fuel pressure. I would try monitoring your fuel pressure as the engine bay heats up. Fuel pumps do some...
Forum: TPI
07-16-2011, 09:22 AM
Replies: 557
Views: 90,519
Posted By GTA90X

Re: TPI Long Tube Runner Project

Agreed. The talent of some of the fabricators on this board is simply amazing. Subscribed.
Forum: TPI
07-15-2011, 10:40 PM
Replies: 394
Views: 144,257
Posted By GTA90X

Re: The official First fuel injection tpi system build (100 percent installed and vid

LOL reminds of my first run-in with a Turbo Buick. Talk about a sleeper.....:burnout:
Forum: Group Purchases
07-14-2011, 10:48 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,741
Posted By GTA90X

Re: EBL group buy 2011

I'm still in.
Forum: TPI
07-13-2011, 10:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By GTA90X

Re: FPR: Is This Bad?

Age, heat and constant exposure to gasoline. Nothing lasts forever:)
Forum: TPI
07-12-2011, 12:51 PM
Replies: 394
Views: 144,257
Posted By GTA90X

Re: The official First fuel injection tpi system build

I've been following this thread closely and want to say thanks for documenting everything in such detail. I plan on topping off my new 383 with a First sometime next spring and all your info has been...
Forum: Body
07-11-2011, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 901
Posted By GTA90X

Re: To NOTCH Or Not

The notchback itself doesn't look bad at all. I'm not a big fan of how high the spoiler rises off the deck. If it sat a couple inches lower it would look much better.

But that is just my opinion....
Forum: Body
07-09-2011, 09:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,856
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Camaro SS-style hood on 91-92 Firebird??

That's because I have the artistic abilities of a dead baboon. :lmao:
Forum: Body
07-09-2011, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,856
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Camaro SS-style hood on 91-92 Firebird??

Well, its 2 years later and I finally got around to Photoshopping it.

Thanks to iansane for letting me use his car as my guinea pig.:thanks:

What do you guys think? Personally I think it looks...
Forum: Group Purchases
07-05-2011, 03:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,663
Posted By GTA90X

Re: EBL group buy!

I'm in :thumbsup: I won't need it for at least a year but..... its never too early to start accumulating goodies.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-03-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 404
Posted By GTA90X

Need 4 wheels and tires

I'm looking for a set of 4 wheels with tires to swap onto my car during restoration. Condition is not a major factor as long as they hold air.

I prefer local pickup (Warren, OH/ Sharon, PA area)...
Forum: TPI
07-01-2011, 08:27 AM
Replies: 394
Views: 144,257
Posted By GTA90X

Re: The official First fuel injection tpi system build

:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:WOW!!!!
Forum: TPI
07-01-2011, 01:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,014
Posted By GTA90X

Re: 305 5spd, just got home from track need imput!

If the mods you listed are the only upgrades you've made then..... Yes, 15.4 is pretty much right in line with what I've run with these cars in the past and what many others have run. You can expect...
Forum: History / Originality
06-30-2011, 02:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,610
Posted By GTA90X

Re: 1989 GTA sold on Barratt Jackson Auction

Agreed. Not to get off-topic but..... Dave could you post a few more pics of your car? Looks amazing. Even the seams around the nose and hood look flawless which is very rare.

*****Nevermind, just...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
06-29-2011, 03:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,794
Posted By GTA90X

Re: 1988 Trans Am GTA $8,000

Beautiful car BBG.... good luck with the sale.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-18-2009, 09:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By GTA90X

Re: ZZ4 cam--free shipping lower 48

SOLD!!! Thanks Mike!!!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-18-2009, 06:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By GTA90X

Re: ZZ4 cam--free shipping lower 48

Reduced to $115 shipped........I won't go lower so don't ask.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-17-2009, 04:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By GTA90X

Re: ZZ4 cam--free shipping lower 48

its funny how people send you a PM with a question or offer and then never get back to you :)

Cam is still available.....
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-11-2009, 09:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By GTA90X

Re: ZZ4 cam--free shipping lower 48

bump.....
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-05-2009, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By GTA90X

Re: SLP 1 3/4" OD stainless headers w/ AIR

Headers are no longer for sale.....

Thanks to those who showed interest!!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-04-2009, 06:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By GTA90X

Re: ZZ4 cam--free shipping lower 48

bump....
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-03-2009, 02:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By GTA90X

ZZ4 cam--free shipping lower 48

I bought this from a TGO member last year and never installed it. It was swapped out of a brand new ZZ4 crate motor before the engine was installed.

ZZ4 cam
Duration @ 0.050" Lift: 208/221 ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-03-2009, 10:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By GTA90X

SLP 1 3/4" OD stainless headers w/ AIR

I picked these up from a TGO member last summer but never installed them.

As you can see in the pics, the Y-Pipe has had a bypass welded in and is made for the single-cat setup. Included is...
Forum: Body
07-10-2009, 11:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,856
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Camaro SS-style hood on 91-92 Firebird??

Thanks for the link.... but unforunately no luck.

Thanks anyway!!!
Forum: Body
07-10-2009, 09:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,856
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Camaro SS-style hood on 91-92 Firebird??

LOL, I should have done a forum search before starting this thread......

Apparently, by asking this question, I run the risk of starting a holy war hahaha!!!

Sorry in advance to all the...
Forum: Body
07-10-2009, 08:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,856
Posted By GTA90X

Camaro SS-style hood on 91-92 Firebird??

I see that Hawk's has an SS-style hood for Firebirds that they refer to as the "Super Duty". But, the only picture available shows it mounted on 85-90 style TA.

I always thought this type of hood...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
07-10-2009, 07:47 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,654
Posted By GTA90X

Re: Ronal R-15 Firehawk Wheels for Sale

bump plus a question.....

Do you know of a trustworthy place to have one repaired and possibly the whole set refinished? Just a slight bend on the inside thanks to these wonderful Ohio roads...
...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-25-2008, 06:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,870
Posted By GTA90X

Re: complete Holley Stealth Ram#7540 non-vortec

that is correct, this is NOT the vortec version of the Stealth Ram

/pm sent
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-22-2008, 11:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,870
Posted By GTA90X

Re: complete Holley Stealth Ram#7540 non-vortec

It is designed to be a direct bolt to a stock TPI engine. I don't know exactly what set-up you are running so I don't want make promises about fit and compatibility, if you know what I mean. Your...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-21-2008, 10:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,870
Posted By GTA90X

Re: complete Holley Stealth Ram#7540 non-vortec

Your stock ECM and chip will work fine, but you will see the most gain if you learn to burn your own chips. Lots of the good advice in the DIY Prom section.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-20-2008, 05:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,870
Posted By GTA90X

complete Holley Stealth Ram#7540 non-vortec

I bought this a couple months ago from a fellow TGO member and never installed it. He claimed to have put a few hundred miles on it and judging by it's looks, I'd say that is accurate. Please note,...
Forum: TPI
08-29-2008, 06:53 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,586
Posted By GTA90X

Re: $1,000 and counting..

Glad to hear it Koz!!
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-27-2008, 03:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,107
Posted By GTA90X

Re: best intake for my build, is bbk worth the wait?

Check out this current thread if you haven't already. I'm considering selling my HSR and toying around with something like this. Looks like fun!!
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Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-26-2008, 09:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,023
Posted By GTA90X

Re: I wonder how this will go...

What kind of HP/TQ numbers are you guys hoping/expecting with this type of manifold?
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
08-26-2008, 05:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,023
Posted By GTA90X

Re: I wonder how this will go...

Can't wait to see the finished product. I bet you'll be done before BBK releases the "Turtle-Ram" :)
Forum: TPI
08-22-2008, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 659
Posted By GTA90X

Re: oil pan reseal?

My advice would be to just bite the bullet, and drop the pan. The rubber seal was probaly damaged when they did the cam swap and I'm sure you don't want to spend a day trying to fix it only to find...
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