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Forum: Camaros for Sale
01-14-2022, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,337
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: My 89 IROC Convertible

Message me an offer. I have something in my mind. If it's close I'll probably go for it. Let me look into that link.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
01-14-2022, 11:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,337
Posted By Tootie Pang

My 89 IROC Convertible

Pulled it. Can't get my Google link working and need to pick a price... thanks for the feedback...
Forum: Cooling
12-16-2021, 07:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,386
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: SBC cooling issues - possibly related

Glad to hear that!
Forum: Cooling
12-13-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,386
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: SBC cooling issues - possibly related

Also, make sure you have a lower radiator hose inner spring. Trust me.
Forum: Cooling
12-11-2021, 11:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,386
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: SBC cooling issues - possibly related

You cannot run the car with proper cooling with the radiator cap off. It needs to be pressurized.

You will not get "excessive pressure" with a normal functioning radiator cap. All "excessive...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-20-2021, 02:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 598
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Adjust the TV cable for 700-4r

Not exactly. You do the adjustment with everything connected. IIRC, you first hold the button in and shove the end back towards the firewall so that it is all the way inside the housing as far as it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2021, 07:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Did I Screw Up the Oil Pan Gasket?

Enjoy your beer! Well deserved doing a timing chain yourself. Have a second one on me. When I did my cover, with the oil pan in place and an OEM seal, I used the Permatex "Ultra Copper" at the ends....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2021, 02:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Did I Screw Up the Oil Pan Gasket?

IMHO you'll be fine. IIRC the cover seal gasket is a triple seal. It looks like only your outer seal is nicked. If I wanted to be more sure, I might throw some RTV just in that spot when I...
Forum: History / Originality
11-16-2021, 09:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 689
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: 85 customized 85 z28 goes for $19k at GAA Auction

I think I'll throw more bowties on mine before I sell it.
Forum: Southern California Area
11-05-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 935
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: HSR, and Dyno Don headers

messaged
Forum: TPI
11-01-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 583
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: TPI with big cam expectations

The TPI on an SBC is great for looks and truck-like, tire burning hauling low RPM torque and power. Power above 5000 RPM? No.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-28-2021, 10:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,684
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: New Holley stealth ram and rails

What kind of top end hp gain would I get with this (and a tune) on a fresh rebuilt stock L98 with mild cam? I love the look of my TPI but that poor little SBC just doesn't breathe above 4500 RPM. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2021, 03:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 958
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: IAC adjustment for 383

LOL! I thought I was the only one that made those days-long, head-slapper rabbit-hole mistakes. Glad to hear you got it. You also now have an intimate understanding of the IAC. Lol.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-26-2021, 09:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 958
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: IAC adjustment for 383

Yes, since you blocked the IAC port, the TB plates weren't open enough to allow the engine to idle. Every time we start a TPI, the IAC starts closed and then pulses (counts) on its way to more open...
Forum: Cooling
10-26-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 73,722
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: --common cooling questions (READ BEFORE POSTING or your post WILL be deleted!!!!!

I had to buy the spring from an aftermarket place and install it myself. I did not look for a new hose with spring - yet. It was a bit of a PITA to get the spring in and on our cars the lower hose...
Forum: Cooling
10-15-2021, 03:05 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 73,722
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: --common cooling questions (READ BEFORE POSTING or your post WILL be deleted!!!!!

I would like to add one bit of critical wisdom that I learned the long, hard, painful, frustrating, expensive way and I have the "help" threads I created to prove it. GET THE LOWER RADIATOR HOSE...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-12-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 457
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: OEM NOS or still good TPI muffler

AWESOME. I'll pay for the setup, but please only ship just the muffler. That should keep my costs low.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-05-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 457
Posted By Tootie Pang

OEM NOS or still good TPI muffler

Want to find an original TPI muffler that is still good.
Forum: TPI
08-12-2021, 11:15 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,406
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Code 32 (Beat to Death Edition)

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Forum: TPI
08-12-2021, 11:11 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,406
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Code 32 (Beat to Death Edition)

I believe the corvette solenoid does not work in our cars. I had to return mine as it was backwards (energized/de-energized = closed/open) and I had to stick with my original one (which worked just...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-02-2021, 04:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 533
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Does anyone offer calibrated OEM temperature Camaro gauges?

LOL. good stuff, thanks. I may get a setup and play with voltage and resistors, etc.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-02-2021, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 533
Posted By Tootie Pang

Does anyone offer calibrated OEM temperature Camaro gauges?

I know the original gauge is not to be relied upon. I would be happy to pay someone to make the factory gauge more accurate and reliable. Does anyone do this?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2021, 12:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need a little help passing CA Smog

Holy grail recovered! Passed CA smog with flying colors.

Put in a new Walker CalCat which didn't help.

Replaced EGR valve, checked EGR valve solenoid, replaced EGR sensor, replaced vacuum lines...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-26-2021, 11:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,097
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Custom Made Vert Sun Visor Inboard Hinges

Update Bump
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2021, 09:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 410
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: 88 TPI Why is it dying when slowing down

Might be your MAF. When your throttle is very low or idle it surges/dies?
Forum: TPI
03-24-2021, 05:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: MAF and K&N=problems?

MAF cleaner spray works but you need to use it regularly with a hot wire MAF and an oiled air filter. In my experience, the Bosch MAF's are hands down the best MAF's for our cars. Other, newer...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-08-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Is there ANY reason the TPI EGR wouldn't run fine on manifold vacuum instead of p

Thanks. So the car did finally pass CA emissions using the manifold vacuum, but I still replaced the BBK TB with a factory unit and car runs like new. Also, I think you are correct. I believe the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-05-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By Tootie Pang

Is there ANY reason the TPI EGR wouldn't run fine on manifold vacuum instead of port?

Turn out my BBK 52MM "CA Exempt" throttle body's port vacuum nipple is non-functional thanks to their design and gasket. Their older TB's had the port vacuum, like the stock TB's. I was able to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-08-2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need a little help passing CA Smog

But I'm failing on NOx. And those results are so clean it makes me wonder if your smog guy knew the difference between a tailpipe and a hitch receiver.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-08-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need a little help passing CA Smog

Thanks I will do that as well.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-08-2021, 10:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need a little help passing CA Smog

Update:

Here is the first run back in November- rebuilt near-OEM L98 B2T (mild cam) with old walker CAT. Timing 8deg BTDC.
...
Forum: Southern California Area
12-17-2020, 03:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 882
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Shop to weld sub frame connectors

Yep. Morse in Burbank. They don't half-a55 anything.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-17-2020, 11:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need a little help passing CA Smog

Yeah. So far, they've got us paying to save everyones collective butts!
Forum: Convertibles
12-17-2020, 11:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 424
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Stumping For Votes in COTM

You got it Vinny!
Forum: Southern California Area
12-16-2020, 09:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 882
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Shop to weld sub frame connectors

Morse in Burbank. Look no further.
Forum: TPI
12-16-2020, 09:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,007
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: 305TPI Boat Anchor Issues

Plus a failed FPR (in the lower pressure direction) would cause the BLM's to go up, not down. I think of BLM's as the injection pulse time. Smaller number, less fuel. If your BLM's are bottoming on...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2020, 03:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need a little help passing CA Smog

Thanks I will send to Scott.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2020, 03:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need a little help passing CA Smog

I'm with you Randy, but, I do acknowledge that the difference in air quality in SoCal, where I grew up, is as clear as the difference between night and day. Every night after a day of playing as a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2020, 09:11 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,581
Posted By Tootie Pang

Need a little help passing CA Smog

UPDATE: Passed!! Wrap up at the end of the thread.

Stock 5.7 with a mild cam and BBK 52mm TB. Engine has 2,000 miles on it.

Cam:...
Forum: Body
12-04-2020, 12:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,449
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Recommendations on replacement fog and driving lights?

Thanks. Hawks is the only game in town. They look good. We will see if they hold up!
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
12-01-2020, 09:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,097
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Custom Made Vert Sun Visor Inboard Hinges

Hi all,

I am contracting my son to make another batch. Lol. I have responded in PMs. I will keep you posted. Thanks!

Steven
Forum: DFI and ECM
11-25-2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,633
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Causes for high idle speed-305 LB9

I think the IAC counts should be much lower at idle. Around 5-10.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-18-2020, 03:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Replaced Flexplate a Few Months Ago. Hearing Flexplate Noise and Popping Sound.

I'd check on things rattling under there. Exhaust pipes, heat shields, etc...

I was starting to isolate which end of the car. Engine and trans are dependent on gear/rpm. Drivershaft, axle, etc...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-17-2020, 05:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Replaced Flexplate a Few Months Ago. Hearing Flexplate Noise and Popping Sound.

Is the sound affected by what gear you are in at those speeds (20-40) ?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-16-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 869
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Need Advice: Automatic > Manual Trans Swap

I swapped a TH700 for a world-class T5 behind an L98 B2T. As long as I do not use anything stronger than a stock clutch setup, the T5 should be perfectly safe (the clutch will slip before the...
Forum: TPI
11-15-2020, 10:17 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,093
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Vacuum holding throttle body open - need ideas, shave plates?

That is very interesting. It makes sense. But because the vacuum can create quite a rotational force on the shaft, I imagine engineers have to balance it out so that the driver doesn't have to push...
Forum: TPI
11-14-2020, 04:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,093
Posted By Tootie Pang

Re: Vacuum holding throttle body open - need ideas, shave plates?

No worries! I think the BBK has a single large spring. Not sure though, I have not disassembled one.
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