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Forum: Exhaust
05-21-2008, 04:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,741
Posted By BigRuss

Re: Removing surface rust on ceramic coat headers

I know the headers aren't really high-performance, but that's not why I want the coating... I'm just trying to reduce temps. For that purpose, wouldn't the coating be worth it?

As for the...
Forum: Exhaust
05-20-2008, 08:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,741
Posted By BigRuss

Re: Removing surface rust on ceramic coat headers

Will VHT paint work as well as the ceramic coating to reduce header temps?
Forum: Exhaust
05-19-2008, 07:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,741
Posted By BigRuss

Re: Removing surface rust on ceramic coat headers

I guess my real question is should I try and return these to the seller? It clearly looks like more than a little "surface rust" and that defeats the purpose of getting coated headers to begin with....
Forum: Exhaust
05-18-2008, 09:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,741
Posted By BigRuss

Re: Removing surface rust on ceramic coat headers

Will the coating still provide thermal insulation even with the rust? If so, I might just consider painting it with high temperature paint.
Forum: Exhaust
05-18-2008, 12:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,741
Posted By BigRuss

Re: Removing surface rust on ceramic coat headers

Okay, I got the headers, and I can't say I'm impressed with the description (some surface rust?), so I thought I'd get you guys' opinion. Here they are:
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Forum: Exhaust
05-12-2008, 08:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,741
Posted By BigRuss

Re: Removing surface rust on ceramic coat headers

All very interesting... I haven't received them yet so I'll update this post after they come in and I've had a chance to examine them closely.

I would think rusting is quite possible, since it's a...
Forum: Exhaust
05-09-2008, 03:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 27,741
Posted By BigRuss

Removing surface rust on ceramic coat headers

Just purchased some Hedman headers with the ceramic coat on them from eBay and the attached pic shows they have a little surface rust. I was wondering what the best method for removing the rust is? ...
Forum: Exhaust
05-01-2008, 08:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 505
Posted By BigRuss

Header gasket discussion

Okay, I've been searching for answers here but there really isn't much of a consensus as to what the best choice is for the following: header gasket material, to double-up or not to double-up,...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-23-2008, 09:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

Don't have a buffer box, and shouldn't need one it sounds like. Assuming that's the case, how do I power the speedometer?
Forum: Engine Swap
04-23-2008, 09:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

I'm assuming this is the 4000 pulse/mi signal wire to the speedometer. Will I need to supply 12+ and ground to the speedometer as well? The rest of the guages work, so I would hope not, but I...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-22-2008, 09:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

No cruise control on mine, so that's not a concern.

My VSS currently has one wire going to the aftermarket speedometer and the other to ground, so essentially all I need to know is which wires go...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-22-2008, 08:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

Z28*****,

If I'm understanding you correctly then the speedometer accepts a 4000 pulse/mi signal either way, so why would a buffer box be required to get the speedometer working? Sounds like the...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-22-2008, 09:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

It's not a cable drive... the VSS is in the tail of the tranny and has two wires running from it. I don't think the speedometer itself is bad, just that the ECM is getting in the way of the signal.
Forum: Engine Swap
04-22-2008, 08:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

I may have stumbled across an important fact. This link: https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/posts/electronics/299082-vss-buffer-box-question/2470777-post7.html explains that since the car previously had...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-21-2008, 08:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

I know this is a lot to ask, but is there any way you can post or email me a photo of the VSS, because I'm just not seeing it. Is it in the silver box with the ECM?

My aftermarket speedometer is...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-21-2008, 01:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

Do you know what it looks like or how many/what color wires go into it? The ECM is still there and hooked up, but I don't see another module... maybe it's jammed pretty far up there.
Forum: Engine Swap
04-21-2008, 12:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

Okay, how about this? Since I've got connections to the aftermarket speedometer already, can I simply splice these into the dash cluster and make the in-dash speedometer go? If so, which wires do I...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-21-2008, 08:13 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

Re: V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

Bump for the day crew.

Anyone?
Forum: Engine Swap
04-20-2008, 11:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,373
Posted By BigRuss

V6 to carbed 350: how to get speedo working?

I've got a '91 RS that was V6, now a carbed 350 V8. Engine swap was done by previous owner, so I'm not really sure about all the wiring that was redone. I do know the ECM was disabled and as a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-07-2004, 08:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 444
Posted By BigRuss

Hmmm... I've never done that with my T-5 and I...

Hmmm... I've never done that with my T-5 and I still blew up 3rd gear. In fact, the first time it blew I wasn't even being hard on it. I just shifted from 2nd and heard a sound not distinctly...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-07-2004, 07:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 444
Posted By BigRuss

Okay, I'm inclined to ask, since I see the term...

Okay, I'm inclined to ask, since I see the term all the time, but what exactly do you define as "powershifting"? Are you talking about shifting under hard acceleration? Or shifting without using...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-05-2004, 10:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,351
Posted By BigRuss

G Force, as I recall, also uses straight tooth...

G Force, as I recall, also uses straight tooth gears, which adds to the strength, but unfortunately makes for a noisy tranny; correct me if I'm wrong. I really wish I could afford one, none the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-05-2004, 09:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 444
Posted By BigRuss

Don't waste your time...

I'm using a T-5 in my 91 RS with a 350 V-8 in front of it... and I've shredded 3rd gear twice now. Not worth the hastle... just get a T-56. Just my 2 cents worth... :)
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-07-2002, 04:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 581
Posted By BigRuss

Re: prevention?

Simple, never start your car again.

Seriously, check and make sure your choke isn't closed all the way or doesn't open soon after you start it. It might be out of adjustment. If it dies, make...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-07-2002, 07:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 581
Posted By BigRuss

Cancer?

Firl, I'd forget the marshmellows if I were you; you'll probably get cancer from roasting them in burning gasoline. Plus the taste would be awful...

I recommend changing the plugs, since this is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-07-2002, 07:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,280
Posted By BigRuss

Well, I answered my own questions this time. The...

Well, I answered my own questions this time. The plugs, even though I cleaned them and put them back, were apparently ruined by the fuel fouling: I got them replaced and the engine cranked like a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2002, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,280
Posted By BigRuss

Well, I waited a whole day for it to dry out, was...

Well, I waited a whole day for it to dry out, was that not long enough?

As far as new plugs not taking any longer to replace, I'm afraid you're incorrect and I'll explain why: these plugs are...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2002, 08:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,280
Posted By BigRuss

Badly flooded engine, HELP!!! Won't start!!

Okay, the quick and dirty story: I started the car the other day, it sounded rough, drove it a block and it died. Tried for several minutes to restart, finally noticed the electric choke was turned...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-01-2002, 08:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 709
Posted By BigRuss

I have an idea...

Since a lot that I've read states that case flex is the main culprit behind the gears breaking, why not just dip the case in molten steel and let it harden? Sure, it'll add a couple hundred pounds,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-09-2002, 09:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 24,182
Posted By BigRuss

RB83L69 in the mutha-f***ing house!!! :rockon:

RB83L69 in the mutha-f***ing house!!! :rockon:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-09-2002, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By BigRuss

Don't even pay someone to replace a tranny mount....

Don't even pay someone to replace a tranny mount. It's the definitive easiest mod ever, apart from replacing the air filter. I replaced mine with an ES and it took about 20 mins. All you need is a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-17-2002, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 964
Posted By BigRuss

Pep boys carries the slave cylinder for about...

Pep boys carries the slave cylinder for about $50. They're Raybestos, so I recommend using theirs. I blew mine up a few years ago too, and I didn't even press the clutch when it was disconnected...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-08-2002, 07:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 497
Posted By BigRuss

Probably the quickest and easiest way is to check...

Probably the quickest and easiest way is to check the front of the axle housing on the passenger side for the factory stamp. Bring a scrub pad and lots of degreaser and you'll eventually find it. ...
Forum: Power Adders
07-08-2002, 07:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,031
Posted By BigRuss

Okay, I just saw Fast and the Furious again...

And I'm still wondering if they're just trying to throw around tech terms, but is there such thing as danger to the intake manifold when using too much nitrous? I don't see how this is possible, but...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-04-2002, 10:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,336
Posted By BigRuss

The stock flywheel for the engine should probably...

The stock flywheel for the engine should probably be a 153 tooth flywheel for the one-piece seal crank, so you're probably better off sticking with that. You can put a 168 tooth on there, but you'll...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-04-2002, 09:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 876
Posted By BigRuss

As far as I know it'll just bubble out the...

As far as I know it'll just bubble out the dipstick tube and go all over the place, probably starting a fire. I don't think it'll damage the tranny, unless you count fire damage.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-04-2002, 09:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 432
Posted By BigRuss

To answer 86Z's question, it shouldn't matter...

To answer 86Z's question, it shouldn't matter which way you put on the pressure plate, since it's (supposedly) neutrally balanced as well. If it's causing vibration, it's a bad part.
Forum: Cooling
06-03-2002, 12:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 872
Posted By BigRuss

Then it's a one way leak into the coolant. Time...

Then it's a one way leak into the coolant. Time to pull the heads off...
Forum: Cooling
06-03-2002, 10:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 872
Posted By BigRuss

I'd say you've got a blown head gasket for sure. ...

I'd say you've got a blown head gasket for sure. Not much else it could be. If you don't have any coolant in your oil, then it's probably not the intake manifold gasket.

Get a compression tester...
Forum: Cooling
05-31-2002, 01:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 705
Posted By BigRuss

Could be the guy put the wrong head gasket on...

Could be the guy put the wrong head gasket on there that didn't have the proper steam holes in it. That would definitely not help overheating problems. Just make sure the 350's head gasket is...
Forum: Cooling
05-31-2002, 10:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 705
Posted By BigRuss

I don't have any problems with cooling, in fact...

I don't have any problems with cooling, in fact it cools too much in winter. :rolleyes: I have an electric fan wired to stay on at all times. You might do better with that than the belt driven...
Forum: Cooling
05-30-2002, 03:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,343
Posted By BigRuss

"Remember, there are no stupid questions... only...

"Remember, there are no stupid questions... only stupid people." -Mr. Garrison

:D
Forum: Cooling
05-30-2002, 10:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,170
Posted By BigRuss

Re: Slow cranking when hot

Most likely heat soaking into the starter. Heat shield would help, but an aftermarket starter would help even more.
Forum: Cooling
05-30-2002, 10:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,343
Posted By BigRuss

Astro's right. You want exhaust gases to be...

Astro's right. You want exhaust gases to be hotter, not cooler. That's why they invented exhaust wrap and high temperature coating for headers. It keeps the heat from escaping, thereby increasing...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-17-2002, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 376
Posted By BigRuss

Buy a Chilton or Haynes manual, since you don't...

Buy a Chilton or Haynes manual, since you don't already have one. They'll tell you everything you need to know. It's very simple.

Yes, you'll need a gasket. Depending if it's posi or not will...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-06-2002, 03:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 512
Posted By BigRuss

Correction: They didn't use them with a 350 AT...

Correction: They didn't use them with a 350 AT ALL. Only time you'll see a 350 and a 5 speed is from a swap. Like mine...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-26-2002, 10:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,156
Posted By BigRuss

Read the instructions that came with the mount. ...

Read the instructions that came with the mount. The plate is for preloading the mount against the tranny.

The mount shouldn't be too tall. Try to lift the tranny up and get it in there. It...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-22-2002, 03:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 370
Posted By BigRuss

What I always do is take a drill bit that's a...

What I always do is take a drill bit that's a little less than half the size of the bolt and drill a small hole in the remainder of the broken bolt. Once the hole is there, I take a flat head...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2002, 03:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 595
Posted By BigRuss

Raise the rear, pull the wheels and rotors/drums...

Raise the rear, pull the wheels and rotors/drums and see if the axles move around. There's no other way to tell. They shouldn't wiggle around at all, and only move in and out a very slight amount,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2002, 02:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 595
Posted By BigRuss

Welcome to the wonderful world of Camaros... ...

Welcome to the wonderful world of Camaros... :sillylol:

To my knowledge, the 28 spline axles are not any longer, but they are wider than the 26 spline axles. I don't think the axles are your...
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