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wire routing/firewall
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Where is the best place to go through the firewall. I have a vacuum line and a cable that I need to feed through.

Posted on: 2012/1/29 16:59
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Re: Custom oil pan
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I used the Champ pan on my car. It looks nice and I feel good about having a higher capacity. I omitted the oil level sensor. The starter wasn't a problem to install, but was a tighter fit.

Posted on: 2012/1/27 3:50
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Re: Going to the dark side?
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Haven't looked at the Camaro. A new one is out, not a fan of the new style, sorry, it's just me. If I want a Challenger, I'll buy one. The early 2000s Camaro, I haven't really looked for any. Might do that. No rush.

Thanks.


I was looking at the early 2000 Camaro's yesterday. There was one for 7k at a dealer with around 80k miles. This would be my choice.

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Re: Shame on them
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It says since Starbucks allows guns they are increasing the risk to their customers. Yeah, its the criminal population that is allowed to carry. What are these people thinking.

Posted on: 2012/1/25 23:29
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Re: The things people say
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LOL
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Posted on: 2012/1/24 21:29
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Re: The things people say
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ungions

battries

Posted on: 2012/1/24 14:26
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Re: I love seeing Corvette among this crowd!!
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They forgot the new MUSTANG!!

Posted on: 2012/1/23 22:26
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Re: How do I get the blasted coil wire on the opti!!???
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You can try a long punch and push on the back of the boot. I just had to put my vacuum line on that sits behind the coil wire. It was not fun, and I wish I would of remembered it earlier.

Posted on: 2012/1/20 3:34
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Re: How do I get the blasted coil wire on the opti!!???
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Be sure the connector on the wire is centered in the boot. Is it going off to one side of the pin on the opti. It is easier to reach it from the front instead of the top of the engine.

Posted on: 2012/1/20 1:29
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Re: Oil Pressure Fix - Need input
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On my oil filter adaptor there is a port with a blank plug in it. Right above it on the block is another fitting. Could he use this one on the adaptor for his manual check.

It sounds like this is just going to confirm taking the pan off.

Posted on: 2012/1/16 4:32
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Re: Oil Pressure Fix - Need input
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Can the port on the side of the oil filter adaptor be used to put a guage in.

Posted on: 2012/1/15 22:00
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Hot Rod magazine is really pushing the new Mustang. On the second page it has it listed as a 250mph car.

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Re: Suspension help
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I cannot reinforce how lovely the Banski kit is on the street. It allows the suspension to move fully and freely and does not transmit noise into the car.

Amazing.

Rear poly is a really bad idea... and since I hate typing stuff twice, read the attached PDF.


I couldn't agree more!! I only purchased the trailing arms from Banski. When installing them I was able to understand the links and ordered the rest. My wife reads when she rides with me.

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Re: 2013 Dodge Dart...I like it.
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I dislike the use of an old car name for this. It is not what the original creators of the Dart were going after. My first car was a Nova. When I was telling this to someone they said "I had one it got great gas milage". Conversation ended.

I was at a swap meet today for old gas station and car items. One booth had a kids toy called Design Your Own Car.

I have never owned a foreign car, and am glad there still are American cars. This is a replacement for the Neon not the Dart.

Posted on: 2012/1/14 19:02
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All I want to know is why
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Are these people serious!!

http://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/2785233804.html

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Re: high volume oil pump or standard?
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Lightweight casting on the left. You DO NOT want the lightweight one, they tend to crack and will trash your motor.

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Also incase you didn't know.

All the std volume pumps come with a 5/8" inlet, but the stock LTX pump uses a 3/4" inlet - You will need to buy a new pickup tube.

Melling PN 55-S3 is what you need.
Will


The 3/4" pick up is the M155. Does this one have the same casting problem?

Posted on: 2012/1/6 21:37
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Re: Guru Down Time!
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Does this mean I have to spend the evening with the wife.

Posted on: 2012/1/3 22:23
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Re: Suspension help
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Bearings were replaced 2 years ago on all 4 corners. I am running 275/40/r17 on all 4 corners. Just looking to update the suspension since its worn with lots of miles. Which bushings should I check?


For the front Chevy changed the size to a 255/45/r17 to improve drivability. It usually feels like you are on grooved pavement with wider tires up front.

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Re: Suspension help
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For the rear I have to give a recommendation for Banski. I have the trailing arms and camber rods on my car. It isn't a track car, but I cross several RR tracks on the way to town (5 to be exact). Three of them are at high speeds. I am not bounced as much since the spring and shocks are able to react much better.

For the front what tire size are you running. Chevy did decrease the tire width in the front with the complaint of the car darting. Still be sure to check all components.

Posted on: 2012/1/3 3:34
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Re: 90 ..just does not have it...?
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I'm usually turning around 2300 at 75mph with 3.07's. Has anything been changed with the trans? Be sure to double check the fluid levels.

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Re: LT1 injector clips needed
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tjpreul wrote:
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I was told by the guys at FIC I did not need them. They sent me the wrong clips and I called to get replacements and was told I'd be fine without them.


You don't need them for the Bosch III's. This is why mine are gone. I'm going to be running a higher FP, so I want them for insurance.

I have the set of Bosch III's from my '92. I would take $100 for. I put on a new wix filter on, and I think they have around 1k on them.


Which one's Tyler, the stock psi?


Yes they were stock replacements from FIC. I think it is 22lbs.

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Re: LT1 injector clips needed
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I was told by the guys at FIC I did not need them. They sent me the wrong clips and I called to get replacements and was told I'd be fine without them.


You don't need them for the Bosch III's. This is why mine are gone. I'm going to be running a higher FP, so I want them for insurance.

I have the set of Bosch III's from my '92. I would take $100 for. I put on a new wix filter on, and I think they have around 1k on them.

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LT1 injector clips needed
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Does anyone have the clips to hold the injectors to the fuel rail, that they would be willing to part with. I had installed the Bosch III's and did not need them. They then were misplaced and are now needed.

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Re: My LT1 rebuild
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I dropped off the line to have it changed. They are also going to keep the valve on it. The dryer does have one, but with its new location will be a pain to get to.

The call to Procharger was interesting. I found out the recommended size is a 3.6" pulley to get 8psi. When I told him the current size the response was. That will only give you 2psi, or 50hp thats a lot of money for that horsepower. I am going to start with the 3.6" since the balancer is an oversize at 7.53".

Posted on: 2011/12/13 3:03
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Re: My LT1 rebuild
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I ran into two problems today. The ac replacement line has the wrong end on it. Monday I can take it to a shop to have it changed, so I'm not too upset. The next one is the pulley on the Procharger is 4 1/4. When I try to install the unit to the bracket two of the spacers on the bolts hit the pulley. This system was ordered for a '92, but I do not know if they were planning on a lower boost. I'll call Procharger to see what is normally ran for this set up.

My current impeller speed will be 40k at 5500rpm. If I change it to a 4" it will go to 42k.

Posted on: 2011/12/11 3:31
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Re: My LT1 rebuild
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NGK TR55's will do just fine. If you need a little cooler, TR6. I'm not sure about gap because of the SC. Would the SC make a difference in gap specs?? Don't know...

I can't wait to see the car in motion! Should be a beast!!


I've heard to stay away from platinum. I was thinking the TR55's or AC set at .035 gap. The set I bought this summer were TR55GP, so I cannot use them.

The final parts were ordered today!! There will still be something. Its going smooth, the no time pressure is nice.

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Re: My LT1 rebuild
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My next question is what plug and gap should I run?

Posted on: 2011/12/9 23:28
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Re: tamper resistant bolt
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Its a 5/16 bolt that is in it. We were thinking of option #1, but need a way to lock it (for security). The current bolt is removed on the left, and the right has several markings of the tabs being bent in and out. The locking tabs were new with only one bent when sent out. These wheels are a 5" with a 2" dish.

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Re: tamper resistant bolt
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Tyler,

Why does the client remove the tab?

Is this a liability issue? Warranty?

Does the hub hace to come off frequently?


They are trying to make it look like the chair is unsafe, so they can get a new one. This one is about three years old, but they cannot get a new one until 5yrs. The hub only has to come off when the tires are replaced. Once a year maybe. We have torqued the bolts, then added loctite, then used loctite and locking tabs. They claim it is always the left wheel (which would actually tighten as you drive). Plus the motors and wheels were replaced a month ago. Then they claim the same issue.

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I need an idea for a tamper resistant bolt, that can also be locked to prevent from loosening. The situation is a wheel "keeps falling off". We have used a locking tab, but the client removes it. Any ideas would be great. The bolt is on the end of an electric motor and holds the hub on. There is a key in it so there is no twisting force on the bolt. Only a lateral load.

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Re: Wierd Electrical Gremlins
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The wipers sounds funky, for sure... but think this way... power loading.

Let's say there is something amiss inside the motor assembly, or even the switch. Turning on the AC on my car causes a rather dramatic current/voltage drop to occur. I am wondering if the same drop doesn't wake up the wiper motor?

As for the vibration, there should be three braces that hold the AC and alternator to the bracket.

1. the rear brace.. This bolts from the intake to the alternator to the AC part of the bracket, next to the alternator.

2. Brace from behind the alternator to the #2 exhaust manifold bolt.

3. From behind the compressor to the #3 exhaust manifold bolt.

Braces 2 and 3 become tricky when headers are added.

I updated the image below from the Helm Manual to fit my text above. It's from 1992, but all LT1s are the same.


I'm putting my car back together so I wanted to check this thread for the bracket placement. There is one missing from the diagram. It connects to the same bolt as #3 on the manifold then to the outside of the compressor on the bottom right.

http://www.corvette-guru.com/modules/ ... id=132878#forumpost132878

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Re: cheap fix
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Good find! Nice when it's a cheap and easy fix..


The actuator is located under the battery box. I almost started to remove items to get to the vacuum line, but then decided to check it from underneith. Plus this is outside in the snow since the Corvette is disassembled in the garage.

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Re: FIRE !!! .................. ( PR&C)
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If you want the mobs protection, you must pay the mob.

Posted on: 2011/12/7 18:51
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Re: FIRE !!! .................. ( PR&C)
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They have the option to pay on spot. It was a $2200 minimum for 2hrs of service. Then $1100/hr after that. They must keep a credit card machine in their truck!

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Yesterday I tried my 4x4 in my '03 ZR2, and it did not work. The roads were slick and I had to stop on a hill to wait for a HP. When I started to go I had no traction. I pushed the 4x4 button and still nothing. This is a vacuum system that pulls a cable to engage the front differential. The transfer case did engage. I did some research and the most common was the cable seizing.

My first diagnosis was to be sure I had vacuum to the actuator. When I looked under the truck my lines had dropped down onto the cat. I cut the bad section out and spliced them back together. The 4x4 works!!

It must have happened a while back because my heater wouldn't switch to floor. This switch had acted up years ago, so I was planning on repairing it again. However this vacuum leak was also causing this problem. There were no codes or noises (hissing, whistle) from the vacuum leak, so the computer compensated for it.

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Re: FIRE !!! .................. ( PR&C)
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We have area's here in Missouri like this. The FD is ran by the city, and are volunteer workers. If you don't live in the city and you would like their services you have to pay extra. Its a city vs county tax issue. They knew about the fee too.

I have to pay extra to my insurance company because my house is over 3000' from a fire hydrant.

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Re: Help!!! Upper Control Arm Geometry
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I would also recommend looking at the Banski products. They reduce binding that occurs. The adjustment can also help with angles.

http://banskimotorsports.com/

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Re: LT1 Bolt Ons
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I want to be sure I have this correct. You are putting the '96 LT1 into your car while you rebuild yours.

If this is the case I would not buy any bolts on for the '96. I would install it as is. My reason for this is that plans always change. You might end up picking a completely different cam, or springs. Plus you would be putting brand new heads on a stock bottom end. Being that they are two different engine ideas I would not mix them.

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'92 auto, MSD, Banski, Taylor wires, SS lines, C5 rims, 3.07 gears, white gauges, seats from a '96.

Motor: Forged rotating assy, Probe pistons, CC valvetrain, AFR heads, Procharger P1SC
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I still have the head and intake gaskets from the engine set if you need them.

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If you are using stainless fasteners you need to consider the galling or siezing capabilities. At work we have this problem with steel and aluminum. Here is an article.

http://www.estainlesssteel.com/gallingofstainless.html

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'92 auto, MSD, Banski, Taylor wires, SS lines, C5 rims, 3.07 gears, white gauges, seats from a '96.

Motor: Forged rotating assy, Probe pistons, CC valvetrain, AFR heads, Procharger P1SC
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I have a nice magnet collection from them.

Posted on: 2011/12/1 20:03
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Who is going to do your new tune?


The kit came with a piggy back system from Split Second. I have the software on my computer and it plugs into the box for tuning. This is another reason my build is so close to stock.

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The shortblock is in the car!! Now I just have to bolt everything back on.

I am using an ATI damper. It says to loosen the steering rack unless the engine is out of the car for room to install. My distributor is hardwired to the car (MSD). The problem is I cannot put the damper on until the distributor is on, but the distributor cannot go on until the motor is in the car. With this I cut my connections and will solder it back in.

When I bolted it together I realized the damper is not up against the distributor like the stock one. I was worried I had the wrong hub. The ATI is an inch narrower, so you can actually remove the distributor without removing the damper.

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Re: If you can't beat'em then cheat!
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Here is a follow up news story. The video us up to 2.1 million views.


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Looks very nice! Thanks for posting, I never knew this kind of stuff was out there.


Its a neat process. There are several coatings available. Here is a site with some samples.

http://www.hydro-dip.com/all_patterns.htm

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tjpreul who did your machine work in Columbia, were you pretty satisfied with them? Did they also balance the engine? I notice you have the white gauges, how difficult was that to put in? Can you post a photo, I think the white gauges look really nice.



There are two main machine shops that most locals use. Both have very good quality but have very different characteristics.

J.D. Machine is typically a bit more expensive when compared to Loop 70 Auto, but they are much faster. I've enjoyed their 3 - 4 day turnaround on most of what I have them do. Again, quality isn't an issue at either shop...I think the cost difference is speed.

I will usually call both depending on the project and check prices before I pick who to use. If it's a tight timeline, I use J.D. If I don't care how long it takes and the price is right I call Loop 70.

Elson is also a much nicer fellow than the guys at J.D. They're always rushing to get their orders done quick so they're more short with you.

Both are good places...I just let the situation dictate who I use.


JD overcharges and are rude.

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He can get them done faster. I had a complete new motor built, so my car was still drivable. The line bore, and me not needing the motor were the main factors for the time.

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Here are two listings to compare. It can add up since there are several components to change. Guages, a/c control, radio, seat switches and information center.

yellow:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/92-COU ... rucks&hash=item19cb2bbd1a

White:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1995-C ... rucks&hash=item5ae3a9a1df

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'92 auto, MSD, Banski, Taylor wires, SS lines, C5 rims, 3.07 gears, white gauges, seats from a '96.

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Its not really cheating, just another...

Jump to 40sec


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tjpreul who did your machine work in Columbia, were you pretty satisfied with them? Did they also balance the engine? I notice you have the white gauges, how difficult was that to put in? Can you post a photo, I think the white gauges look really nice.


I had it done by Elson at Loop 70 Auto. I have known him for years. He is "old school" but will build what you want. However if you are on a timeline, you will not get one. He works on what he wants, when he wants. He had my block for 10 months. It was delayed because of the line bore. He did splayed caps, plateau honed (with torque plates) and assembly. The rotating assembly was bought and balanced from another company (I will have to look this up).

I did not do the guages in my car, so I do not have any imput. I am not a fan of the orange. This was a huge selling point. The best way to compare is to find two cars on ebay.

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