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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-10-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 18,745
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Camaro Tachometers for sale (All tachs have been repaired/fixed) work perfectly

Are you still doing tachometers? I have 1 that's giving me problems.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-19-2014, 03:13 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,323
Posted By kd5icr

Re: parting out 1987 iroc z28 tpi 5 speed

do you still have the engine harness if so how much shipped to 75007
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-23-2013, 10:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 559
Posted By kd5icr

Re: I need help with buying a k-member for my lt-1 swap

I would do the tube k-member that way everything stays were it is and it is lighter. Besides when you relocate the ac you will need to re-do the ac lines as well. And tube k-members dont cost as much...
Forum: Engine Swap
07-23-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,100
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Is this motor swap illegal

Here is what I know as fact. If you install a engine that is older than the car it still has to have ALL the smog crap that came on that year car PERIOD. Yes only a safety is done, but they still...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-22-2013, 08:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Replacing 15" wheels.

yes the offset is different for front and rear. I just got a set of four from a 91 iroc for 230 dollars without any damage on them, what I see on the rims is that ther are stamped front and rear on...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-16-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 81,364
Posted By kd5icr

Re: LS1 Conversion price lists here

I would recomend that you start looking at your local junk yards. Look for the car and trucks that have rear end damage. you could very well find escaldes and tahoes as well as blazer ss's that came...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-15-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 81,364
Posted By kd5icr

Re: LS1 Conversion price lists here

Agreed. but what I am talikg about would be for a straight forward ls1 5.3 swap. A base line swap can be done for at or around 3000.00 that can include a "hot cam" If your doing a monster 403 then...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-15-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 81,364
Posted By kd5icr

Re: LS1 Conversion price lists here

Rather than spend the money on the fuel regulator just use a corvette fuel filter they have the regulator built in. A lot of guys do just that. And because this a older thread a updated price for a...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-15-2012, 09:07 AM
Replies: 154
Important/Useful : Questions about smog laws?
Views: 76,578
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Questions about smog laws?

What I know about the smog laws in texas is this. If your ride is 25yo and older there is no sniffer test HOWEVER say I drop in a ls1 into it, the second I let them pull the hood and they see it, I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-13-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Carb spacer clearance

I do have the lines covered with heat sleeving, I have a set that you would use for plug wire boot at the plug, I used 2 of them to cover the lines were they run along the headers.
To sofakingdom....
Forum: Body
10-13-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,619
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Hatch Struts

Yes you can find them. If I can suggest to you, go to ebay and look for a seller named "Parts Ave" they are out of New York and have great deal on struts and they are sold in pair (2). Be darn sure...
Forum: Body
10-13-2012, 12:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,619
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Hatch Struts

As I found out the hard way is this: There are struts for 4 different hatches, 1 for just the hatch without defrost and wiper, 1 for just wiper, 1 for just defrost and 1 for wiper and defrost. Each...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-13-2012, 12:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Carb spacer clearance

Has anybody here ever used a Fuel Pump Phenolic Insulator? And do they work? Also to sofakindom what I am dealing with is no doubt vapor lock I do not have fuel all over the place (intake ect..) the...
Forum: Body
08-24-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,212
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Weird hatch alignment problem.

I have seen a hatch alingment thread here. I need to do mine as well because the rear glass exploded so I got a whole hatch with glass and spoiler.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-09-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,143
Posted By kd5icr

Re: What to do with mystery 700r4 's? Best inspection procedure?

Just rebuild the late model tranny and while you are there repalce the TC, as the tranny gets older and the clutches ware out that crud will get into the TC and could cause problems down the road.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-07-2012, 07:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,336
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Oil coming up the dip stick tube

I had that very same problem, as it turns out the number 1 piston was busted and it had no oil ring oh hell it didnt have any rings I got lucky in this case it didnt put a deep score in the cyl wall...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-25-2011, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,050
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 700R4 shift point problem

Double check the TV cable it could need to be readjusted.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
10-16-2011, 11:52 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 52,420
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 22" wheels on a slammed 91 Z28........

I myself would never do it, I think you pulled it off. As for the guy that likes to use words like ghetto and drug dealer ect... you must live a very shelterd life to think only dopers and the like...
Forum: Body
10-09-2011, 08:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,619
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Hatch Struts

I have the same problem, when I hit the lock switch the hatch flys open. Well it happened to many times, because the struts are so strong the hatch glass exploded today now I have to go pick up a new...
Forum: Exhaust
08-09-2011, 10:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,616
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Dynomax Super Turbo Cat-Back Exhaust. Looking to get this. Is it worth it?

I just got the 2.5 dynomax catback with a super turbo. For the money it was a great deal. I have well under 400 dollars in the exhaust. On this site you will find 2 types of car guys and gals, those...
Forum: Exhaust
06-08-2011, 08:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,826
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 305 tbi, headers and 2.5 duals?

Like Kris said flowmaster is a good one. But any new muffler will be better than the stock one. This is were summit comes into play. Call them they will point you in the direction.
Forum: Exhaust
06-07-2011, 08:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 592
Posted By kd5icr

Re: question about headers

Go with the shorties. You can wrap them or get them coated to fend off some of the heat.
Forum: Exhaust
06-07-2011, 08:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,373
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Will a Cut-Out make a difference?

Your best bet would be to get a set of headers and y-pipe and get rid of the stock junk. You will sound better, get better fuel milage and even pick up a few extra horse power, not a lot but you will...
Forum: Exhaust
06-07-2011, 08:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,826
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 305 tbi, headers and 2.5 duals?

On a budget not a problem. I got a set of hedman shorties from a member of this board for 90.00, I took them and had them blasted for 30 dollars. I got a can of VHT header paint for 15.00 and did...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-23-2011, 05:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 706
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 85 iroc part out this weekend

I need the part under the column from the dash to the fire wall that covers the underdash wires and the like
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-22-2011, 08:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 947
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Exterior and Interior parts. Take a Look

Well that stinks bad. Thanks for looking. If you do come across one let me know I still want it
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-22-2011, 05:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 947
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Exterior and Interior parts. Take a Look

Did you still have that black trim for the headliner in black, you never got back to me on it
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-15-2011, 07:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 706
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 85 iroc part out this weekend

Do you have the driver side under dash hush panel?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-15-2011, 07:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 947
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Exterior and Interior parts. Take a Look

I need the hardtop plastic pieces that go along the roof of the window and down the sides of the windows $10 each, passanger side only. Shipping to 75007
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-14-2011, 02:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,828
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Rebuilt 305 chevy smoking hard on break-in

I wasnt name calling or bickering. I was just adding my 2 cents. I came across what the op was talking about. and had to point out that yes bad rings can smoke bad.
Forum: Exhaust
03-14-2011, 11:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,396
Posted By kd5icr

Re: will no exhaust damage new engine on break-in

I wouldnt do that. I want to hear anything and everything with the engine durring breakin. If it is to loud you cant hear a valve or a rod none of that. Even comp,crane and the like say hook up...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-14-2011, 11:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,828
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Rebuilt 305 chevy smoking hard on break-in

Do not doubt it for a moment. I just pulled a super smoker 305 with under 100,000 and the rings were so bad the piston moved side to side. So yes they can smoke that bad.And no the gaps were not off.
Forum: Exhaust
03-14-2011, 08:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 562
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Stock y pipe diameter

IIRC it is 2-1/4. What are your planes?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-12-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 45,017
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Carburated LT1?

yes you can, here is a photo
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2011, 01:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,509
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 305 Questions

I put the summit 1102 in my al newly rebuilt 305,and I have great lowend power. not like a 350 but so what. Would I like a 350 uh yes I would. But 350 castings are getting darn rare here in the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-05-2011, 09:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Can I run 1.6 roller tip rockers on the 305??

Yes a old thread,but, what wasnt said here is that not all roller tip rockers are not the same AT ALL. some are self alinging and some are not. You need to DOUBLE check the tops of the valves to make...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-03-2011, 06:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 648
Posted By kd5icr

Re: What is the type of oil you use

I myself have had nothing but good luck with valvoline, thats all I have used from the time I worked in a machine shop up to now (28 years). I used dino oil but have just changed to synth blend. And...
Forum: Interior
02-18-2011, 09:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,301
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Cargo Hatch Cover Installation Project

I will try to remember to get photos of mine and post them.
Forum: Interior
02-18-2011, 08:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,246
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 85 camaro Rear Cargo Shade Install

Well I am not sure what end piece you are talking about. Go to this thread and then point out what you mean. ...
Forum: Interior
02-18-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,301
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Cargo Hatch Cover Installation Project

Good looking job. I ended up doing the same thing on mine.
Forum: FAQ Board
02-14-2011, 09:53 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,647
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Camaro & Firebird Drivers in MySpace and Facebook

My Facebook.
http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100000099767994
Forum: Interior
02-06-2011, 06:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,266
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Rear Cargo Shade not rolling up

Thats were I messed up. I didnt see the backing plate.I did cut them out but I didnt think about that. So I used something different. I am going out tuesday after work and do it. And at worst I will...
Forum: Interior
02-05-2011, 10:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,661
Posted By kd5icr

Re: What is this hole for?

I was thinking the same thing. I went out and found a leftover piece of sheet metal from a different project, I will just use it up. Like all of us here, I darn well dont want to mess with it again...
Forum: Interior
02-05-2011, 10:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,266
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Rear Cargo Shade not rolling up

That would be the plastic mounts on either side the shade itself is fine, it looks like there is a steel brace behind the plastic were they screw into in order to keep them from spining . I found a...
Forum: Interior
02-05-2011, 08:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,661
Posted By kd5icr

Re: What is this hole for?

Yeah, I know what you are saying, I just found a 1foot square piece of aluminum that I can cut down for just that. I didnt think of rivits, I was going to use a couple of nuts and bolts with lock...
Forum: Interior
02-05-2011, 08:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,661
Posted By kd5icr

Re: What is this hole for?

I just found this thread. Man what a life saver. I installed mine on my 85 Z28 and I never noticed the metal brace on mine behind the cutout on the plastic. So now when the ice and snow melts I can...
Forum: Interior
02-05-2011, 08:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,266
Posted By kd5icr

Re: Rear Cargo Shade not rolling up

I tried to ask on a different thread but got nothing there so I will try here. I installed the shade from scratch. Now on the rear plastic the factory had cut outs so I installed it there after...
Forum: Interior
02-03-2011, 08:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,246
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 85 camaro Rear Cargo Shade Install

I am sorry for ripping on you. But I didnt ask you to take anything apart. So thats was not nessary to say you went going to. As you recall all I asked was were it screwed to to keep it from moving,...
Forum: Interior
02-03-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,246
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 85 camaro Rear Cargo Shade Install

You are right. I am sorry.
Forum: Interior
02-03-2011, 07:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,246
Posted By kd5icr

Re: 85 camaro Rear Cargo Shade Install

Yes I have the side mounts installed but they twist a little when I pull the shde out. I had to cut out the plastic to mount them, I dont have them screwed into the sheet metal, I didnt know thats...
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