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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-21-2002, 03:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 401
Posted By 85 Berl

I ditched the stuff that didn't want to work. AC...

I ditched the stuff that didn't want to work. AC isn't important to me, so I left the compressor hanging loose on it's bracket. Some people may think I'm crazy, but if you make sure it's secure and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-04-2002, 07:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 354
Posted By 85 Berl

video link

A while back there was a link to a video of camaros and firebirds doing burnouts. The music on it was Click Click Boom. I've lost this file, and can't find the link anywhere. Can somebody post the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-18-2002, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 564
Posted By 85 Berl

That price sounds about right. Mine were...

That price sounds about right. Mine were 5-something with shipping to SC.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-17-2002, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 530
Posted By 85 Berl

I have a PVC connection on both valve covers. I...

I have a PVC connection on both valve covers. I can get some tee connectors and run it off of the vac hose for the brakes. Just to make sure you know, I have a Holley carb. I didn't think it would...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-15-2002, 11:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 518
Posted By 85 Berl

It sounds like maybe the vent tube on top is...

It sounds like maybe the vent tube on top is clogged. Sometimes dirtdobbers (bees) get in the tube to build their nest. Also, when I was in my 700r4 to put in a shift kit, there was a small hole in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-15-2002, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 530
Posted By 85 Berl

I might have a vaccum leak in the carb gasket,...

I might have a vaccum leak in the carb gasket, but I havent had a chance to put new ones on. I'm not running a PVC right now. I was going to ask how to hook it up next. It looks like it just goes...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-15-2002, 12:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 530
Posted By 85 Berl

Anybody? Come on guys, I know somebody has an...

Anybody? Come on guys, I know somebody has an idea.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-13-2002, 12:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 530
Posted By 85 Berl

Engine missing

I've been having a problem for the past 2 or 3 weeks with the 350 in my truck (used to be in the camaro). I had an exhaust leak for a couple of months and finally fixed it. Then the truck started...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-13-2002, 12:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 679
Posted By 85 Berl

As far as I know, the intake base from SDPC is...

As far as I know, the intake base from SDPC is the only one available. You'll probably need to have the valve guides machined down to avoid contact with that cam and 1.6 rockers. I'm not sure what...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-12-2002, 11:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 599
Posted By 85 Berl

He may just be getting the line of BS from the...

He may just be getting the line of BS from the people he's talking to, and doesn't know any better, so he's passing it on to you. Even if that's the case, I would take it to somebody else. He...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2002, 11:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 956
Posted By 85 Berl

Well, compared to the 11 MPG I'm getting in my 81...

Well, compared to the 11 MPG I'm getting in my 81 Chevy truck it is, but for the amount of power the dog has it's terrible. A turbo 2.3 would be a very different story, I think. That reminds me......
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2002, 11:42 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 956
Posted By 85 Berl

I have to agree there. I won't drive anything...

I have to agree there. I won't drive anything that me and a friend can pick up. I think the Mustang looks pretty good. I have a Ranger with the 2.3, and that thing won't die. MPG isn't all that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2002, 11:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 810
Posted By 85 Berl

I'd sell mine for $250 if somebody would haul it...

I'd sell mine for $250 if somebody would haul it off. :mad:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2002, 08:42 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,319
Posted By 85 Berl

How do I add photos from my msn photos? I can't...

How do I add photos from my msn photos? I can't figure out how to get the files small enough to upload directly, and I heard that I can add them from an online galery like that.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2002, 01:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,376
Posted By 85 Berl

I've also heard of cars backfiring with no filter...

I've also heard of cars backfiring with no filter and cleaner assembly to contain the flame and setting the car on fire. Bad deal either way.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2002, 11:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 469
Posted By 85 Berl

Yeah, I know they aren't the absolute best, but I...

Yeah, I know they aren't the absolute best, but I have them and love them. Can't beat them for the money.
Forum: Engine Swap
03-27-2002, 12:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 422
Posted By 85 Berl

I know you can elongate the middle bolt holes on...

I know you can elongate the middle bolt holes on 86 and earlier manifolds to fit the 87 and later heads, but I think you'll have to get a new manifold. Go to www.sdcp2000.com . They have them for...
Forum: Engine Swap
03-27-2002, 12:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 755
Posted By 85 Berl

If anybody makes big block headers for a...

If anybody makes big block headers for a thirdgen, you can get a new exhaust flange and cut the one on the headers off. Then weld the new ones on. I don't know where to get them, though. Ive got a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2002, 11:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 987
Posted By 85 Berl

I used a Victor Rienz gasket (i think). It is...

I used a Victor Rienz gasket (i think). It is made of hard plastic and has rubber around all of the things that need to be sealed. I torqued it to 17lbs, and it runs great.
Forum: Body
03-25-2002, 12:08 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,772
Posted By 85 Berl

I wish my car smelled like cherries, or even...

I wish my car smelled like cherries, or even cigarettes. It sat for months and the t tops leaked and filled the passenger side floor with 3 inches of water. It smells like wet, dead a$$.
Forum: Body
03-24-2002, 11:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,140
Posted By 85 Berl

Why does he have wheelie bars? :confused:

Why does he have wheelie bars? :confused:
Forum: Body
03-22-2002, 10:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,125
Posted By 85 Berl

I wish I'd thought of that when I had the Le...

I wish I'd thought of that when I had the Le Mans. Looks like fun.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-21-2002, 11:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 896
Posted By 85 Berl

I am thinking of doind the same thing, but my...

I am thinking of doind the same thing, but my camaro is SERIOUSLY ragged out, Doesn't even have an engine anymore. I do want to buy another one that's in better shape. Looks like your's is pretty...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-21-2002, 11:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 950
Posted By 85 Berl

It means do your own thing. I bought some...

It means do your own thing. I bought some floormats from Walmart that are THICK. They are like $8 or $9. I've abused them and the still look good after a good washing with degreaser. Look for the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-21-2002, 11:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,030
Posted By 85 Berl

If the pistons are at least hyperuetectic (sp),...

If the pistons are at least hyperuetectic (sp), you may be ok. I don't know if I'd want to run them with a blower, though. Also, I think that blower will be moving more air than the little 600 can...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-21-2002, 10:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 488
Posted By 85 Berl

I don't think the new style ls1 rockers will work...

I don't think the new style ls1 rockers will work in an older engine. Even if it would, that high a ratio on rockers would be murder on the valvetrain. Pressures on the pushrod and pushrod side of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-20-2002, 10:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 426
Posted By 85 Berl

Are you sure the tranny leak isn't the pump seal?...

Are you sure the tranny leak isn't the pump seal? That isn't that hard to fix, just time-consuming.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-20-2002, 01:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 522
Posted By 85 Berl

You should be able to use your brackets without...

You should be able to use your brackets without the a/c. You may have to rig it up a bit, but not bad. If you don't have a problem with flexing brackets or keepign belt tension when the engine is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-20-2002, 12:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 396
Posted By 85 Berl

If you have reasonable mechanical skills, you...

If you have reasonable mechanical skills, you should be ok doing it yourself. I did my own 350, and I had never done any major engine work before, and all I had to guide me was a Hayne's manual and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-20-2002, 12:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 399
Posted By 85 Berl

I agree with rezinn. If you love the car that...

I agree with rezinn. If you love the car that much, spend the money to keep it in shape. As long as it's just a couple of oil leaks, suspension, and brakes, I would just rebuild whatever needs it. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2002, 09:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,364
Posted By 85 Berl

I was once cleaning a lawn mower carb with...

I was once cleaning a lawn mower carb with Chemtool and sprayed it into a tube. It squirted back out and into my eye. I was ok, but it stung and I thought it was going to melt my contacts. :)
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2002, 02:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 508
Posted By 85 Berl

Just a guess, but if you have cruise control I'd...

Just a guess, but if you have cruise control I'd check it out. It may be engaging and hanging up or something.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-14-2002, 11:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 455
Posted By 85 Berl

348hp! That's more than I expected. I thought...

348hp! That's more than I expected. I thought 300, maybe. Isn't that a little low for those kind of numbers. I'm not arguing if that's what I've got, though. :) I forgot the cam specs were in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-14-2002, 01:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 455
Posted By 85 Berl

desktop dino?

Does anybody have a desktop dyno or have a guess as to what HP and torque I'm running? I've got a 350, .030 over with this stuff:
vortec heads
Blue Racer cam with 270/280* duration and .450 +/-...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-14-2002, 01:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 422
Posted By 85 Berl

I don't know about production numbers, but I have...

I don't know about production numbers, but I have an '85 berlinetta with discs and either an open rear or a toasted posi.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-14-2002, 01:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 636
Posted By 85 Berl

Thanks for filling in the blanks, I'venever had...

Thanks for filling in the blanks, I'venever had to do it in the car. I did mine hanging from the cherry picker. I always use the balancer to turn the engine. I know it's taken off the engine, but...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-14-2002, 12:43 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 20,561
Posted By 85 Berl

Forgot to attach the pic.

Forgot to attach the pic.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-14-2002, 12:34 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 20,561
Posted By 85 Berl

Hey, 88camaro, I found a pic of a V4 engine! ...

Hey, 88camaro, I found a pic of a V4 engine! It's based on a 350, and used in some racing classes, I think. I also heard of a V4 diesel. Never actually saw that one, though.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-13-2002, 11:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 396
Posted By 85 Berl

I'm not sure what you're talking about. Can you...

I'm not sure what you're talking about. Can you give us a better description of what's in the way? If they are stock '93 valve covers, they are center bolts, like the other guy said, and won't fit....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-12-2002, 01:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 21,456
Posted By 85 Berl

I just got my 350 back from the shop, and it took...

I just got my 350 back from the shop, and it took 10 quarts (!) from empty. I had one a while back that took a few seconds to go into gear when cold. Every one in a while it would slip back out of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-12-2002, 12:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 636
Posted By 85 Berl

It is true that you need to lower the FRONT of...

It is true that you need to lower the FRONT of the oil pan to take off the timing cover. You should have enough room under the pan to let it rest on the front Xmember. You also need to take off the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-12-2002, 12:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,742
Posted By 85 Berl

Hey, blaas, I have the Edelbrock performer...

Hey, blaas, I have the Edelbrock performer vortec. I think it's the same height as the regular performer, so it'll fit uner your hood. :D
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-11-2002, 11:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 493
Posted By 85 Berl

Wouldn't it be cheaper and easier to get a 400...

Wouldn't it be cheaper and easier to get a 400 flywheel?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-09-2002, 04:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,216
Posted By 85 Berl

I give up on the pic file. Can't get small enuf...

I give up on the pic file. Can't get small enuf for the server to accept it. :mad:

What do you think of your Lockright? I was thinking of getting one of the No Slips. Is it noticeable when...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-09-2002, 03:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,216
Posted By 85 Berl

I tried to get the best image I could, but this...

I tried to get the best image I could, but this is as good as it gets. I drew the alignment disks in on 2 of the valves so you can see where they are. If you use these heads with a standard rocker...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-09-2002, 02:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,216
Posted By 85 Berl

The self aligning rockers have a disk-type thing...

The self aligning rockers have a disk-type thing on both sides of the roller tip to keep it centered over the valve tip. The hole in the head where the pushrod comes thru is a lot bigger on newer...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-09-2002, 01:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,216
Posted By 85 Berl

You can use the rockers if they are self...

You can use the rockers if they are self alligning, or use nonSA rockers and have screw in studs and guideplates put on. That cam is borderline for stock heads, so I would take them to a machine...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-08-2002, 11:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 512
Posted By 85 Berl

That's a decent price for all you get. One piece...

That's a decent price for all you get. One piece of advice, though. If they send you a set of gray rubbery/composite gaskets, throw them away! I used them and torqued the bolts to the specs Chevy...
Forum: Carburetors
03-08-2002, 10:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,560
Posted By 85 Berl

3 steps over stock is slightly smaller than a 3/4...

3 steps over stock is slightly smaller than a 3/4 race cam. :D
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-07-2002, 11:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,654
Posted By 85 Berl

I don't have any really firm surface in my yard...

I don't have any really firm surface in my yard where I work, so I got sheets of 3/4 inch plywood. It givesa decent surface for a jack and stands. It also keeps some of the dirt and mud off of me. ...
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