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Forum: Power Adders
05-09-2005, 03:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 590
Posted By Chris B

why not ditch the FMU altogether. Get yourself a...

why not ditch the FMU altogether. Get yourself a chip burner and a tune it on the dyno. Not only will things smooth out, You'll make more power over the entire RPM range along with getting better...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-14-2005, 05:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,144
Posted By Chris B

Well the above is true if you ignore that the...

Well the above is true if you ignore that the LS7s have dry sump oiling, Ti Rods and valves, The highest flowing heads ever for a production GM vechicle, a redline of 7k, pressed in iron sleeves...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-26-2004, 06:57 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,604
Posted By Chris B

You could go with a truck setup or might even...

You could go with a truck setup or might even look into the Holden/GTO accessory setups
Forum: Engine Swap
10-25-2004, 11:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,604
Posted By Chris B

Flaming River makes :Armstrong: non power racks...

Flaming River makes :Armstrong: non power racks for 4th gens
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2004, 05:55 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,853
Posted By Chris B

1.75 here in ABQ for 91 Octane... Atleast the...

1.75 here in ABQ for 91 Octane... Atleast the Trick 103 is always 4.50 a gallon. All I use anymore........
Forum: DIY PROM
03-27-2004, 01:20 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,792
Posted By Chris B

Ive used a pcmcia to serial adaptor for about 2...

Ive used a pcmcia to serial adaptor for about 2 years now. Works flawlessly. No abnormal disconnects. No muss no fuss. Driver is uber simple and small. I would recommend getting a ruggedized...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-11-2004, 10:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,581
Posted By Chris B

Wow looks like their prices have jumped. I dont...

Wow looks like their prices have jumped. I dont think I paid more than 150 for the whole setup locks retainers and springs. I also didn't go through comp cams for them though. Shop around and find...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-11-2004, 05:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,581
Posted By Chris B

if you dont trust the LT4 springs. just go with...

if you dont trust the LT4 springs. just go with the comp cam 26918's and a set of thier conversion retainers i think they are 747 maybe a 744 cant rermember. Those springs are for an LS1 but with...
Forum: Power Adders
03-05-2004, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 495
Posted By Chris B

The stock block can take a 150 all day long. Its...

The stock block can take a 150 all day long. Its the pistons that have the trouble standing up to the abuse. Ive run as much as a 175 on a high mileage (168K) motor and had good luck for a time. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-22-2004, 08:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 833
Posted By Chris B

You also might wanna think about running Comp...

You also might wanna think about running Comp 26918's with a conversion retainer no need to machine out the heads for bigger spring pockets. the 26918s are 1.25 so they fit in the stock pocket. You...
Forum: Power Adders
02-19-2004, 09:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 363
Posted By Chris B

You could get away running 9.75 at our elevation...

You could get away running 9.75 at our elevation but it still will kill your ablility to run higher boost levels at sea level. IMHO I'd just run a 8.5 :1 static compression ratio and turn up the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-19-2004, 08:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,171
Posted By Chris B

The 2 self tappers are to hold the cat...

The 2 self tappers are to hold the cat convertor/exhaust to the mount on the side of the tranny. You prob dont need them, but I never throw bolts away.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-08-2004, 08:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 777
Posted By Chris B

ttt

ttt
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-08-2004, 02:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 777
Posted By Chris B

2nd pic

2nd pic
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-08-2004, 02:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 777
Posted By Chris B

Differences in Spindles

Ive read through all the posts on LS1 brakes and have a question on which spindle is needed. I understand there is a "late" and and "early" style spindle. I took some pics and need to see if I have...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-05-2004, 03:46 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,716
Posted By Chris B

I too gave up on getting the damn usb to serial...

I too gave up on getting the damn usb to serial to work..I just went the way of the PCMCIA card. Its so much easier. Its a I/O brand and it works like a charm. If you can get the ruggedized version...
Forum: Power Adders
12-30-2003, 10:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 547
Posted By Chris B

When your dealing with power adders and a stock...

When your dealing with power adders and a stock motor anything is possible. My stock shortblock with 168k on the clock didnt fair so well under nominal N2O use. I expereinced a piston failure...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-12-2003, 03:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 714
Posted By Chris B

I'd have to agree with Mr. Dude. I sheared 3...

I'd have to agree with Mr. Dude. I sheared 3 teeth off the ring and one off the pinion launching on the street with a set of BFG DRs. They hooked and it broke. With the equipment your have I'd say...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-12-2003, 02:13 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 50,639
Posted By Chris B

Man sorry to hear about that....I saw that exact...

Man sorry to hear about that....I saw that exact same setup for sale on ebay for $2300...I emailed the guy to buy it now at $2300 and he didnt get back to me till after the auction stopped at $3,050....
Forum: Power Adders
09-05-2003, 07:58 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,994
Posted By Chris B

You ask and you shall recieve...... ...

You ask and you shall recieve......
Http://www.bordergatewayprotocol.net/~jon/humor/images/282_06.jpg it supposedly runs low 12s.. I have a video of it eating up an LS1 somewhere I'll post it if i...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-31-2003, 09:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,621
Posted By Chris B

you could do a built PG for about a grand. The...

you could do a built PG for about a grand. The turbo 400 is strong but you'd still need to beef it up some to handle that much power. Your looking at 1500 or more for a built th400. The t56 can...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-31-2003, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 399
Posted By Chris B

Try speedautomotive.com quick turnaround for the...

Try speedautomotive.com quick turnaround for the most part and a complete conversion kit minus crossmember
Forum: Power Adders
07-16-2003, 03:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 356
Posted By Chris B

NXL kit on the HSR

I posted this on the TPI board but thought it was valid here as well. Limits of the Ported LTR and the longing for spining the motor a bit have me looking at possibly adding the NXL under injector...
Forum: TPI
07-15-2003, 10:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 536
Posted By Chris B

NXL and the Holley Fuel Rail Kit for the Stealth Ram

My question is very specific to the HSR and the fuel rail kit with the adjustable fuel pressure regulator. Im adding the Nitrous Express NXL kit to the HSR. My question is could the crossover tube...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-14-2003, 09:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 878
Posted By Chris B

Umm... I think what was meant by this statement...

Umm... I think what was meant by this statement is 400 motors are externally balanced motors that require a specific harmonic balanacer and flywheel and a 350 is an internally balanced motor.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-14-2003, 08:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 883
Posted By Chris B

These are my numbers off my mildly breathed on...

These are my numbers off my mildly breathed on Vette Heads. Im running Manley Race - Flo Valves 2.00 intake and 1.56 exhaust and a set of Comp Cam Ls1 918 vale springs.

Intake Lift CFM @ 28...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-09-2003, 04:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 538
Posted By Chris B

If your postive that your not getting knock and...

If your postive that your not getting knock and that it is indeed false, then the easiest thing to do is what I did. I filled up with trick 101 unleaded and removed the wire from the Knock Sensor...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-02-2003, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 547
Posted By Chris B

Bruce, Just wanted to say it was great...

Bruce,

Just wanted to say it was great talking to you today, and I look forward to recieving the WB PCB in the mail.

CB
Forum: DIY PROM
06-02-2003, 02:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 547
Posted By Chris B

Grumpy, If you could spare one of your...

Grumpy,

If you could spare one of your emergency boards that would be great. ******** is the best way to get ahold of me. Once again thanx for all the help.

CB

edited for phone number
Forum: DIY PROM
06-02-2003, 01:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 547
Posted By Chris B

DIY WB PCBs

This was somewhat refered to in an ealier post but no clear cut info was given on a date for when the PCBs would be shipped or if they are still even made still?? Ive filled out the form for them to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-26-2003, 01:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,435
Posted By Chris B

Total for my car was just a shade under 2300. I...

Total for my car was just a shade under 2300. I should clarify that you could do this for just under 1700 very easily. My break down goes like this:

Tranny, Stock Shifter, 93-97 tranny...
Forum: South West Region
05-26-2003, 01:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 890
Posted By Chris B

Looks like I'll be intown visiting the parents. ...

Looks like I'll be intown visiting the parents. I'll be there with bells on. Look forward to meeting you all....

On a side note...Is there any racing going on at any of the local tracks on...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-26-2003, 12:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 771
Posted By Chris B

RB.... I guess should not have shortened the...

RB....

I guess should not have shortened the part number. I've worked around too many LS1's I guess. The part number I was refering to is the 26918 which specs at .625 lift and has a diameter of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-25-2003, 09:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 771
Posted By Chris B

Just an FYI....my COMP CAMS 918s are spec'd for...

Just an FYI....my COMP CAMS 918s are spec'd for over .600 and they are 1.25 in diameter.
Forum: Power Adders
05-07-2003, 03:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 746
Posted By Chris B

Amen Brother, Amen Run it till it breaks and...

Amen Brother, Amen

Run it till it breaks and then build it stronger
Forum: Power Adders
05-06-2003, 12:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 746
Posted By Chris B

If your refering to adding better flowing heads...

If your refering to adding better flowing heads to your combo. Yes its true you'll see less "boost" on your gauge because of less restriction (the air can't "stack" up as readily as before). But you...
Forum: Power Adders
05-05-2003, 02:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 746
Posted By Chris B

As long as your not running it lean I don't think...

As long as your not running it lean I don't think 50 hp would create too big of a problem. The main concern I'd have with going with more boost is the higher cylinder pressures and stock cast...
Forum: Power Adders
05-04-2003, 09:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 746
Posted By Chris B

I don't see why. They are essentially the same...

I don't see why. They are essentially the same design...and the 305 rotating assembly should be lighter, given the smaller bore and the lighter piston.
Forum: Power Adders
05-04-2003, 07:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 746
Posted By Chris B

I've pushed my stock short block to the edge and...

I've pushed my stock short block to the edge and over it.:) It had a 163K on the clock. The stock bottom end didn't fail but the same cant be said of the stock slugs. For pics go here: BROKEN MOTOR...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-29-2003, 07:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By Chris B

Yank the sway bar in front to start with. Add a...

Yank the sway bar in front to start with. Add a set Moroso drag springs. Some sticky tires and a big stall and you might see some air under the fronts. But you also need to be able to plant that...
Forum: Power Adders
04-22-2003, 11:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 832
Posted By Chris B

On my C & A rings there was a spec sheet...I cant...

On my C & A rings there was a spec sheet...I cant think of a set of rings that are file to fit that I've worked with that don't come with that sheet. FWIW I set my rings up for a 150 2 stage (300 at...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2003, 01:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 452
Posted By Chris B

A buddy has done it didnt seem to crazy. Id say...

A buddy has done it didnt seem to crazy. Id say if you can rebuild a T-5 then you have all the magic to do it. If I recall correctly youll need a set of long 2 jaw pullers and that was about it as...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-21-2003, 01:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 566
Posted By Chris B

Yeah pretty much all the trucks 87 up had the...

Yeah pretty much all the trucks 87 up had the stand in the lifter valley and the cam retainer plate in the front...after killing my last 350 i went to a 4 bolt truck block and just drilled and tapped...
Forum: Power Adders
04-03-2003, 10:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 668
Posted By Chris B

I think the answer to your question is pretty...

I think the answer to your question is pretty simple. If you dont get greedy, I would say you should be able to run a 75 shot for quite some time on a stock motor. I would however suggest your...
Forum: Power Adders
04-03-2003, 10:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 317
Posted By Chris B

Added some more pics for shortblock buildup

Thought I'd post the addy for some more pics I've taken of the shortblock buildup thus far. Shortblock PICS (http://www.chevyefi.com/ilikegappingrings)
Forum: Power Adders
03-29-2003, 07:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 649
Posted By Chris B

Thanx for the the kinds words guys. I lucked out...

Thanx for the the kinds words guys. I lucked out and found a roller 4 bolt block and have had it machined up along with the forged and balanced rotating assembly. Hopefully the H beam rods and J&E...
Forum: Power Adders
03-22-2003, 10:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 415
Posted By Chris B

Ive been out to the track already, but I hurt my...

Ive been out to the track already, but I hurt my motor to put it lightly. So I'll be out till mid April...putting the new shortblock together now...and uping the shot :)

BTW you can check out...
Forum: Power Adders
03-22-2003, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 415
Posted By Chris B

It'll work but you get rid of the kick down cable...

It'll work but you get rid of the kick down cable and run one of these KICKDOWN (http://store.summitracing.com/productdetail.asp?p=214&view=257#largerimage) The TH400 works off an electrically...
Forum: Power Adders
03-22-2003, 03:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 649
Posted By Chris B

Limits of a Stock Short Block

Already posted this in the Engine board but thought you guys may wanna see how long it take for a short block with 163k handles over 10 bottles of N20. Broke Block...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-22-2003, 03:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 557
Posted By Chris B

Found limits of 163k Stock Short Block

Well finally got the time to teardown the motor after it decided to let go at the track. Specs on the motor are/were: Stock Short Block---Pistons, crank and rods. Corvette L98 alum heads, Lt4...
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