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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-10-2010, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 425
Posted By aweTastic

Re: WTB 350 Block

In the picture it looked like the motor wasn't set up for a full roller valve-train and I specifically remember there being an issue with how the head bolts lined up between years but maybe I'm...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-10-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 425
Posted By aweTastic

Re: WTB 350 Block

Im lookin for one just a couple years younger the motors before 86 won't work with the build I'm doin... Thanks though...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-10-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 425
Posted By aweTastic

WTB 350 Block

I am looking for a post-86 L98 350 engine Block in good condition. I want the bare block but will buy short block if it's in good condition. Let me know the price and details; I will buy first...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-10-2010, 09:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 700
Posted By aweTastic

Re: parting out 1986 iroc-z--tpi

Is the motor a 350? I'm looking for a shortblock or bare block
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-02-2009, 01:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 463
Posted By aweTastic

Re: sheared timing gear

One of them may have backed out a bit im not sure cuz there is still one bolt head i havent found that I have to drop the pan for but the other two sheared right off and then it broke the dowel...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-02-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 463
Posted By aweTastic

sheared timing gear

Just rebuilt my motor and I was driving and noticed that it seemed like the timing was off and it was getting worse so as I headed home the car died...

Upon investigation the timing gear on the...
Forum: TPI
08-02-2009, 11:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Replacing The CTS

When I replaced mine only a little bit dripped out maybe 2 measuring cups worth but this could also vary for you but if you dont want to drain the whole thing I would just place a typical oil drain...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-02-2009, 11:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 805
Posted By aweTastic

Re: t-5 replacement

Well a buddy of mine runs a junk yard and he gave me the new t-5 and its the only one he could find so if its not wc Im gonna have to deal which is kinda depressing...

I know that the wc is...
Forum: TPI
08-02-2009, 09:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 764
Posted By aweTastic

Re: TPI : mpgs, hp, tq, mods list

* 89 IROC
* city: 12mpg hwy: 16mpg
* OBD1
* 87 L98 Block, 89 081 heads ported and polished with valve job and upgraded .55" max lift valve springs and full roller rockers, stock 89 TPI intake port...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-02-2009, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 805
Posted By aweTastic

Re: t-5 replacement

You are right it was a mistake on my part i meant to say it was a cable speedo and I checked the stickys and found out that certain t-5s had different gears and shafts but I figure if the shafts are...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-02-2009, 12:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 805
Posted By aweTastic

t-5 replacement

I just recently blew up my wc t5 it was a rebuilt for an 89 LB9 with 3.45 rear gears and cable speedo.
the motor is an L98 now but thats the only change

Im putting a t-5 back into it but havent...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-09-2009, 05:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 645
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Wat BranD of PLugs are good for a tune uP?

alright it doesnt smoke because of oil quality...

you probably need new valve seals or even possibly new rings...

as far as brands its kind of a cost thing and kind of a preference thing

I...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-08-2009, 08:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,791
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Torque Monster 350

Yeah upgraded from a 305... on the low end you can feel the difference on the top end it still feels the same but Im still happy =D and I bet that is awesome! If I had the money or the time to do...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-08-2009, 04:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,791
Posted By aweTastic

Torque Monster 350

I just got my motor runnin finally and it is amazing!!! Its a total torque monster and you feel it rip you into your seat at 3000rpms and thats being slightly gentle with it for the break in...
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2009, 04:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 310
Posted By aweTastic

rpm trouble

just got my new 350 runnin and it runs great but I think something is wrong with the idle...

it idles fine around 750 rpms (its on a t5) but when Im driving and I go from half throttle to no...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-07-2009, 07:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,259
Posted By aweTastic

Re: which one of these starters should i buy?

I went with the Summit SUM-829000 which is really similar to the summit one you listed just has a higher suggested compression ratio cuz Im running 11.5:1

Its supposed to be here tomorrow Ill let...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-07-2009, 03:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 300
Posted By aweTastic

break in tips

Alright I need some assistance here

I know the typical routine for engine break in
no more then 4500-5000 rpms
higher than 2000 rpms
no beating on it
short trips
lots of cooling time
change...
Forum: TPI
06-07-2009, 01:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 15,217
Posted By aweTastic

Re: POssible cold start injector bad?? Wont idle when cold. Help!

If it ends up being your cold start injector and you need one I have one
Ill give it to you for free just pay shipping

but be warned I can not guarantee it works
I needed some 22lbers to hold me...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2009, 08:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 873
Posted By aweTastic

Re: check engine light

I dont know the code off the top of my head Ill have to check my book later but you should buy one anyway its a cheap and good investment

not only will it tell you how to change out anything you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2009, 04:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,991
Posted By aweTastic

Re: how to get TDC on #1 cylinder???

How is it running terribly? you need to give some symptoms like backfiring out of the intake or exhaust...

If its starting you have to be close...
Forum: TPI
06-05-2009, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 396
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Gasoline

While you can run a higher grade of fuel its not necessarily true that youll get better mpgs but you should get better emissions lol



If thats all thats done than regular unleaded is fine......
Forum: TPI
06-05-2009, 12:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 396
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Gasoline

Well assuming you have a bone stock unmodified L98 then you should be able to run regular unleaded
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2009, 02:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 873
Posted By aweTastic

Re: check engine light

Its probably the temperature warning... It comes on every once in a while just to say its running hot and turns off once it cools down

to check and make sure do the paper clip trick...

if you...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-05-2009, 02:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 464
Posted By aweTastic

Re: wtb: 305 or 350 tpi

need a full motor or just a block? I have a LB9 block all caps in order in perfect condition just had a spun rod bearing when I pulled it so if you want the crank too it needs ground

I have some...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-05-2009, 02:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 250
Posted By aweTastic

Re: trans and injectors

Ive got used stock LB9 injectors with 113k miles on em

You pay $5 + shipping and you can have em

all 8 were working perfect when I pulled em about a month ago for my 350 swap

send me a pm
Forum: South East Region
06-05-2009, 02:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 845
Posted By aweTastic

Re: any east tennessee people out there

Im gonna be in the Kingsport/Johnson City area and I believe Ive probably flooded the south east forum by now lol
Forum: South East Region
06-05-2009, 02:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,851
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Knoxville F-Body Association

Kingsport/Johnson City area here
Forum: South East Region
06-05-2009, 01:59 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 14,919
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Tennessee Roll Call

Gonna be in the Kingsport/Johnson City area here in about a week any clubs or anything?
Forum: South East Region
06-05-2009, 01:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 423
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Knoxville ,Tn

I live in Fort Wayne, IN but am about to move down to kinsport/Johnson City to work for the summer and was wondering if there was anyone around that area
Forum: TPI
06-05-2009, 01:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By aweTastic

Re: converting 305 TPI to....

Conversion info can be found everywhere its very common...

you will need a 350 knock sensor a 350 esc module and a PROM tune and the engine of course lol thats your bare minimum

depends on what...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2009, 01:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,684
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Knock sensor coolant leak

In your manual it should mention to drain your coolant before replacing sensor its ok though I had no idea either until I put together my first motor lol
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2009, 01:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 566
Posted By aweTastic

Re: hood wont pop

My hood has this issue I have to have someone pull up on the hood when I pull the lever because the spring is off and cant adjust it =/
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2009, 01:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 504
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Could stupid mistake damage engine?

Like everyone else says there should be no damage in there unless you accidentally got somethin in there...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-05-2009, 01:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,086
Posted By aweTastic

Re: correct spark plug for L98?

Sounds like you need to adjust your timing a bit...

As far as spark plugs go all I know are Delcos cuz thats all I use and both the R46TS and R43TS is correct for the L98 but the heat range isnt...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-04-2009, 11:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 997
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Timing Problem

Yeah I found that out the hard way... but a quick question I just finished putting it back together after dropping the pan a bit and taking the timing cover off and I had the crank gear installed 4...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2009, 12:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 723
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Engine guys make sure im in line here>

can i do 10 to 1 compression on 89 octane safely?
Yes because you can adjust your timing to get rid of knock but honestly if it ends up needing it I would just spend the extra 10 cents a gallon itll...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-02-2009, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 997
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Timing Problem

Yup, Just got off the phone with COMP cams... My camshaft was supposed to be installed at 108* but failed to mention it was grounded at 108* so I assumed like normal cams it was ground at the ICL...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-02-2009, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 997
Posted By aweTastic

Timing Problem

Ive done tons of searches and read all I could read on the subject and Im about to lose my mind trying to get this motor on the street...

Ive got a brand new freshly rebuilt L98 that I stuck my...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-02-2009, 04:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 450
Posted By aweTastic

Timing Issues

Ive done tons of searches and read all I could read on the subject and Im about to lose my mind trying to get this motor on the street...

Ive got a brand new freshly rebuilt L98 that I stuck my...
Forum: Electronics
06-02-2009, 12:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Starter Solenoid on new motor

Yes everything has been double and triple checked so I have no idea what it is. Its only happened twice so far but its kinda scary
Forum: Engine Swap
06-01-2009, 04:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 522
Posted By aweTastic

Re: Loud Engine Issues

And As an added bonus I just took it on a test run up and down the road and it feels like its not getting any power and I think it may be a vacuum leak but cant find any =/
Forum: Electronics
06-01-2009, 03:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 535
Posted By aweTastic

Starter Solenoid on new motor

For some reason the starter solenoid keeps dying on my motor all it takes is to lift the car and take a screwdriver to the terminals and it will start again

Im not sure whats causing it to do this...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-01-2009, 03:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 522
Posted By aweTastic

Loud Engine Issues

I just dropped a freshly rebuilt 350 into my car and I have a slight exhaust leak at the manifold and no muffler but besides that this motor is insanely loud... Im not sure if its because it has...
Forum: TPI
06-01-2009, 01:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 699
Posted By aweTastic

Re: 305tpi to 350tpi

I had to dig this one up but I finally got the motor in the car....
I finally got everything installed and hooked up and went to start it and the timing was off by about a cylinder and after I fixed...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-25-2009, 11:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 553
Posted By aweTastic

Re: What am I getting myself into?

Oh and there is nothing wrong with the motor being punched over more cubic inches = more power I just couldnt afford the machine work and the pistons pratically cost the same so you can easily make a...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-25-2009, 11:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 553
Posted By aweTastic

Re: What am I getting myself into?

a breakdown:
My motor is an 87 2 bolt main seal OE roller block
2 bolt cuz TPI chokes at 5500rpms so 4 bolt isnt necessary would have been nice but I got it for a great deal

It is a stock 4.00"...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-25-2009, 10:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 553
Posted By aweTastic

Re: What am I getting myself into?

What kind of power do you want? I was on a broke college kid budget lol check out my post above =P
Forum: Engine Swap
05-25-2009, 10:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 553
Posted By aweTastic

Re: What am I getting myself into?

Same thing happened to me not too long ago it was a rod bearing and that noise is just that rod slappin against the crank.... at least thats how it was with mine... but it is really loud I know lol
...
Forum: History / Originality
05-25-2009, 01:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,828
Posted By aweTastic

Re: IROC 4 door sedan.

1] I thought thirdgen would be the last place to hear a 4chan reference lol

2] Is there honestly a such thing as a "strange" B post? lol

and finally 3] I wonder what rule 32 has done to my...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-20-2009, 12:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By aweTastic

Re: engine swap knock sensors

Thanks for everything guys. I just looked in my almighty chilton =P and saw that they do look the same lol good thing I asked because I would have ended up spending money on an unnecessary sensor and...
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