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Forum: Southern California Area
12-30-2003, 03:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 335
Posted By BGNCHRS

hydraulic roller only. call comp cams and they...

hydraulic roller only. call comp cams and they will find you a suitable grind in a flat tappet design.
Forum: Southern California Area
09-26-2003, 09:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 952
Posted By BGNCHRS

yes Don, you are correct. For us 3G people it is...

yes Don, you are correct. For us 3G people it is the 87-92 design. I was only referring to pre LT, Vortec, or Gen 3 engines.
Forum: Southern California Area
09-25-2003, 04:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 952
Posted By BGNCHRS

the deal on late (after 87) heads is that the...

the deal on late (after 87) heads is that the intakes had a positive style like madmax said but no exhaust stem seal. this is the factory style for most but there are always exceptions.

What I...
Forum: Southern California Area
09-04-2003, 04:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 381
Posted By BGNCHRS

I have 2 WBO2 setups that I built from DIY_EFI...

I have 2 WBO2 setups that I built from DIY_EFI and it uses the NTK 5 wire sensor from a Honda. Alos have a LED board but I have yet to finish it and run it. it's cheaper but very crude looking and...
Forum: Southern California Area
08-04-2003, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 422
Posted By BGNCHRS

They are so bad, my company will not even SELL to...

They are so bad, my company will not even SELL to them! horrible quality and other company problems.
Forum: Southern California Area
07-09-2003, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By BGNCHRS

I could use one Jerry. I hacked an old memcal...

I could use one Jerry. I hacked an old memcal and put a ZIFF socket on it to program
Forum: Southern California Area
06-19-2003, 01:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 472
Posted By BGNCHRS

go to: http://www.autoheadliners.org/ I...

go to:

http://www.autoheadliners.org/

I got this kit for my truck because I have the kinda orange interior and nobody had this color local.

For $35 to your door it's a deal.
Forum: Southern California Area
06-16-2003, 02:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 627
Posted By BGNCHRS

vincent.....vermont......kinda close but you get...

vincent.....vermont......kinda close but you get the idea.
Forum: Southern California Area
06-16-2003, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 627
Posted By BGNCHRS

Go up to Auto Marine Engineering and talk to them...

Go up to Auto Marine Engineering and talk to them if you are looking to have them provide and install and engine. On Foothill, Next to Odel Tires (I think cross is Vincent).

Another EXCELLENT...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-13-2003, 04:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 627
Posted By BGNCHRS

Where in Glendora are you? I live in Glendora...

Where in Glendora are you? I live in Glendora too. I can hook you up with a few local places if you like.
Forum: Southern California Area
05-09-2003, 04:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 470
Posted By BGNCHRS

they showed them on Trucks? what the hell? ...

they showed them on Trucks? what the hell?

I used them about 3 years ago to chrome my TRX250 a-arms, swing arm, pipe, etc and they do the best triple chrome I've ever seen. even the marginal...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-09-2003, 04:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 470
Posted By BGNCHRS

chroming of cast parts is not good unless you...

chroming of cast parts is not good unless you have the parts copper coated to fill the pits in the casting, then polished, then coated with copper, polished again, etc.

this place specializes in...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-17-2003, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 589
Posted By BGNCHRS

Nice driving Nick. cool video.

Nice driving Nick. cool video.
Forum: Southern California Area
02-14-2003, 01:17 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,117
Posted By BGNCHRS

yes

yes
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2003, 11:45 AM
Replies: 71
335
Views: 2,548
Posted By BGNCHRS

you have some very good points but don't let that...

you have some very good points but don't let that discourage others to build something they already have. I referred to this as a street engine and not a "race" engine or street/strip so if you're...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2003, 11:14 AM
Replies: 71
335
Views: 2,548
Posted By BGNCHRS

L31 iron vortec heads with cleaned up ports...

L31 iron vortec heads with cleaned up ports pioneer springs and screw in studs. I think the comp cam was a XM270 hyd roller marine grind. compression was 10:1. we used a 750 carb to dyno it. no...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2003, 10:37 AM
Replies: 71
335
Views: 2,548
Posted By BGNCHRS

did I mention anything about a kit? SCAT has a...

did I mention anything about a kit? SCAT has a older version of the 9000 crank that uses a 5.65" rod. most of the cranks are set up for 5.70" because they are internally balanced. and yes that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2003, 09:50 AM
Replies: 71
335
Views: 2,548
Posted By BGNCHRS

why do you think you need a small base cam? does...

why do you think you need a small base cam? does a 400 block need one? Do you need one with a 383 combo? no......it doesn't because of the 400 rods that you WILL need to use for a 335. get your...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2003, 09:34 AM
Replies: 71
335
Views: 2,548
Posted By BGNCHRS

you don't need a bunch of money to make a decent...

you don't need a bunch of money to make a decent motor. most people read too many magazine articles and figure they need all the parts in the pretty pictures. The reason I say this is that hopefully...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-12-2003, 09:37 AM
Replies: 71
335
Views: 2,548
Posted By BGNCHRS

You can easily make a reliable 350-400hp motor...

You can easily make a reliable 350-400hp motor that is smog legal with 400-450 ft/lbs of torque. everybody thinks HP is where it's at and to be honest, on the street, torque rules. 305 blocks are a...
Forum: Southern California Area
12-10-2002, 11:30 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 775
Posted By BGNCHRS

Personally, I'd rather go to Rosemond and run...

Personally, I'd rather go to Rosemond and run Willow. A much better course. Holt is cool but a LLLLLOOOOONNNNNGGGG drive as you guys found out. BORING but I'm sure you guys played plenty of cat...
Forum: Southern California Area
12-10-2002, 10:12 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 775
Posted By BGNCHRS

While you bastards where out having a kick ***...

While you bastards where out having a kick *** time at HV, I was back in Indy at the Performance Racing Industry show. Very cool time and downtown Indy has some great places to eat and drink. This...
Forum: Southern California Area
11-19-2002, 02:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 638
Posted By BGNCHRS

Been there. Down by El Centro. Old airport used...

Been there. Down by El Centro. Old airport used a lot for testing and SCCA. I ran a RX7 there a few times. If you go off, your in the weeds and sage so it will tear your **** up but it's your...
Forum: Southern California Area
11-15-2002, 11:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 537
Posted By BGNCHRS

I've worked this show since 94 and it is decent...

I've worked this show since 94 and it is decent if you're a spectator but since I have to work it is hell. I passed on it this year so I could go to the Performance Racing Industry show @ Indy in...
Forum: Southern California Area
09-10-2002, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 473
Posted By BGNCHRS

2732's are available from www.jdr.com they...

2732's are available from www.jdr.com

they are in northern CA and I think they are about
$6.00 each. order 3-4 so you don't have to keep erasing them. better yet, call them and see if they...
Forum: Southern California Area
07-16-2002, 12:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 383
Posted By BGNCHRS

I'll pass........next question? :)

I'll pass........next question? :)
Forum: Southern California Area
07-16-2002, 09:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 383
Posted By BGNCHRS

My cousin live in Oakhurst (hwy 41 out of Fresno)...

My cousin live in Oakhurst (hwy 41 out of Fresno) which is south entrance. I go every year to a fam reunion at Bass Lake and we rent a house on the lake. It's real nice up there. Never been to...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-27-2002, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By BGNCHRS

The late rear PBR setup is more expense than...

The late rear PBR setup is more expense than doing the fronts because the caliper incorporates the ebrake.

if you have a 89-92 car you will not have to change the master cylinder but the prop...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-27-2002, 08:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

max... I can get around the core with...

max...

I can get around the core with putting single piston cals in the box but sometimes they check for exact cores.
Forum: Southern California Area
06-26-2002, 03:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

The company I deal with has complete 20 sets now....

The company I deal with has complete 20 sets now. As for them I have no idea if they will phase them out or keep replenishing stock. I would assume that they will keep getting them so your safe for...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-26-2002, 01:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

Hey Brett.....whatever. I'm gonna snap up 4-5...

Hey Brett.....whatever. I'm gonna snap up 4-5 sets as I have 3 guys from my club that are pretty firm on getting these. I can always get ride of them. I may even make the kits up complete and...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-26-2002, 12:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

No s**t Don. what ever works is great. So what...

No s**t Don. what ever works is great. So what did they come off of? are they a readily available production car? Looks like you used the standard 12" rotor and then fabbed a bracket to hang...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-26-2002, 11:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

as far as I can tell they don't look like Chevy...

as far as I can tell they don't look like Chevy but I can be wrong. Look more to be like Ford Taurus SHO or something like that. What the hell Don? Some big secret project like the stealth B1? :) ...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-25-2002, 02:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

I've seen those slotted rotors on ebay. I really...

I've seen those slotted rotors on ebay. I really don't think they are US made rotors. I deal with overseas parts all day long and for him to make a profit his cost would have to be at least $50...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-25-2002, 08:12 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

I can get PBR 2 pistons (1LE style) calipers all...

I can get PBR 2 pistons (1LE style) calipers all day long. I'll go ppick up another set just to make sure they are complete. Last set I got had the carrier bracket and EXCELLENT PBR semi met pads. ...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-24-2002, 03:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 856
Posted By BGNCHRS

Sorry for the late reply Brett. I've got a line...

Sorry for the late reply Brett. I've got a line on calipers that include the carrier. I've been trying to get a current price and availability for about 3 weeks now. I was out on vacation. I have...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-03-2002, 02:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 523
Posted By BGNCHRS

I don't think you have an oiling issue but you...

I don't think you have an oiling issue but you never know. I would make sure you have the rockers/valves adjusted properly.

FP is a weird thing to diagnose but Max has the concept right.


try...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-03-2002, 12:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 523
Posted By BGNCHRS

What type of FI are you running? MAF or SD? ...

What type of FI are you running? MAF or SD?

You will need to tune your code for the 383 setup. I'm sure you'll get Kevin to do that. Ductile iron top rings are no big deal. are they chrome...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-30-2002, 08:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 659
Posted By BGNCHRS

Thanks for the offer. I have a CC264HR12 right...

Thanks for the offer. I have a CC264HR12 right now and the ZZ9 I might order to try. The 266 has too wide a LSA for me. I prefer 112.

Barry F

BTW...........how much and why are you changing?
Forum: Southern California Area
05-25-2002, 11:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 659
Posted By BGNCHRS

cool thanks auggie. just one more for...

cool

thanks auggie.

just one more for the set of number for comparison.

Barry f

BTW
Forum: Southern California Area
05-25-2002, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 659
Posted By BGNCHRS

that motor should run real well with that combo. ...

that motor should run real well with that combo. A very streetable motor/chassis combo.

I meet up with the GS3 guys a few weeks ago and met Jaime. He has a 88 Z w/ 383 & dart heads. I fell in...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-25-2002, 06:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 659
Posted By BGNCHRS

It's interesting that GM would choose a dual...

It's interesting that GM would choose a dual pattern cam for a head with such a good E/I port ratio (82% in stock form). In theory, a E/I port head with 80%+ works better with a single pattern cam....
Forum: Southern California Area
05-24-2002, 03:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 659
Posted By BGNCHRS

I didn't say that it wouldn't work well. I...

I didn't say that it wouldn't work well. I really prefer most CC grinds over others but the LThot cam is a good one too.

I don't think the L98 alums flow well over a .450/.460 lift. I don't have...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-24-2002, 03:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 659
Posted By BGNCHRS

Comp Cams 266HR-14 is a smidge better. @...

Comp Cams 266HR-14 is a smidge better.

@ .050"

210int/220exh
.500/.510

Advantage is it has 114 deg lobe seperation so you won't have idle or vacuum problems.

with the ZZ4 or this...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-17-2002, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 354
Posted By BGNCHRS

If I had quoted to do the job, I would say this. ...

If I had quoted to do the job, I would say this.

body repair 3 hours
paint left qtr panel
blend left door, bumper, roof, & rt qtr (standard mitchell paint time)

that's the cliff note's...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-17-2002, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 348
Posted By BGNCHRS

I use a place in Ontario. Rhythms...

I use a place in Ontario.

Rhythms powdercoating.
1423 E Philadelphia St.
909-923-2300

Guys name is Ralph.

they do killer work, no min, no color change cost, or anything.
Forum: Southern California Area
05-16-2002, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 476
Posted By BGNCHRS

ain't smog checks a bitch? It's not too hard...

ain't smog checks a bitch?

It's not too hard to comply with "green" laws and still make "good" power and there is lots of areas for fudging.

As long as you have a shop that will work with you...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-15-2002, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 486
Posted By BGNCHRS

Well.... I'm classed as a "rep" but I look...

Well....

I'm classed as a "rep" but I look at it like this, party, smarty...... the party thing is so old school, it's like the electoral college thing. They were put in place way back when they...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-15-2002, 12:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 354
Posted By BGNCHRS

Go to Vales (spelling?) Custom Colors. ...

Go to Vales (spelling?) Custom Colors.

EXCELLENT high end work.

Barry F
Forum: Southern California Area
05-15-2002, 08:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 486
Posted By BGNCHRS

I have read that Mr. dumbass Davis is now...

I have read that Mr. dumbass Davis is now "recommending" a 50 cent tax added to cigs (I don't smoke) and DOUBLING the DMV fees. Here we go again. this a-hole gets CA into trouble with his great...
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