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Forum: TPI
09-23-2016, 02:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,823
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Distributor gear wear, what's normal? (Pics inside)

From my experience if you can feel any ridges worn into the gear then it should be replaced. The distributor gears for roller cams are surface nitrided for wear resistance, but the base metal is...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-22-2016, 02:14 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

The OS matters insofar as the locations of the constants are concerned. Different OS' map the constants to different locations. Who was the author of the XDF? I did post a hack of the '411 PCM with a...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-22-2016, 02:11 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

I don't think I've ever heard of tiny tuner. I'll have to take a look into it. Haven't had much time lately to work on the flash tool, tho :( I'll get back into it when I start my LS1 swap, but that...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-12-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,436
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Putting different bolt pattern rims on without using adapters

I have a 9-bolt as well. I have spare axles, but to do them would require dropping them off at a competent shop to have the existing holes welded, hub refaced, and new holes drilled. The large holes...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-11-2016, 12:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,436
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Putting different bolt pattern rims on without using adapters

When all was said and done, the studs were all within .005" radially of the true positon for the new pattern. The group positioning was off on one rotor by about .010" radially, but the resulting...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-11-2016, 12:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,436
Posted By dimented24x7

Putting different bolt pattern rims on without using adapters

Picked up some new rims for my Camaro: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mam-m13686513b/overview/

Of course, since there aren't too many rims on the 4.750" bolt pattern I bought 4.500" patter...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-22-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 490
Posted By dimented24x7

WTB: Front control arms

Im looking for a set (driver/pass) front control arms. The condition of the bushings/ball joint doesn't matter, but Im looking to get a set that is structurally in good shape. Please reply/PM if you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-12-2015, 07:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 58,429
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Best way to remove the oil pan without totally removing the motor?

If you've got flexible arms you can check it by just dropping the pan down enough to reach in (by raising the engine a few inches). Then its a matter of feeling around to see what happened. Obviously...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-16-2015, 11:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 17,548
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Theoretical questions on gear contact pattern

Ok, heres what it looks like with about .003" more shim. Has a much more distinct pattern on the drive side, like you said. I assume this is probably about as good as it will get?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-16-2015, 10:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 17,548
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Theoretical questions on gear contact pattern

Thx for the feedback. If I add a little more shim I see just that, a sharp line across the drive side. Im about 2 mils below the stock shim the housing came with.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-16-2015, 01:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 17,548
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Theoretical questions on gear contact pattern

I played with it and this seemed to be about the best I could get out of it. Less or more and it diverges towards the extremes. I started with no shim and worked my way in. If I start adding more...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-15-2015, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 17,548
Posted By dimented24x7

Theoretical questions on gear contact pattern

So I've been messing with another 9-bolt, and trying to get a good contact pattern with a new used gear set. Seen lots of pictures of what "good" should be, but no real explanations of why one is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2015, 03:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,295
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Morel hydraulic race lifters: new design = tappity tap tap tap?

I found out whats wrong with them. Three of them have stuck plungers. F'n unbelievable... :gocrazy:

This is my third set (used the car as my DD for ~8 years), and my last two looked like they were...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2015, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,295
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Morel hydraulic race lifters: new design = tappity tap tap tap?

This is still my old goodwrench motor so factory roller isn't an option, unfortunately. Theyre nice lifters and with my Comp XE roller it makes power to 6k without issue. Given that even the oversize...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2015, 11:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,295
Posted By dimented24x7

Morel hydraulic race lifters: new design = tappity tap tap tap?

Anybody use a set of these lately (http://www.summitracing.com/parts/hrs-91162/overview/) (http://www.summitracing.com/parts/hrs-91162/overview/)?) Theyre Howards but same thing.

Just bought...
Forum: TBI
07-31-2015, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 951
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: 10 years ago, tbi life.

Lol I had that same laptop to tune my old TBI setup. Brings back memories. :)

Hard to believe I've had my car for 15 years now. Been through more engines, transmissions, and rear ends than I can...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-31-2015, 09:56 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Thats the neat thing about these PCMs. The drivers and internal hardware counters just count from 0-(# cyls-1) and then restart again. Very nice for setting them up with other engines. As evilstuie...
Forum: DIY PROM
02-09-2015, 11:16 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

The 853 is not supported at this time. The ethernet version works thru the ethernet port while the USB version uses the FTDI chipset and a virtual com port. The 852 is more flexible, and likely to be...
Forum: DIY PROM
02-09-2015, 11:15 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

I have the templates that show how to integrate it. I have to take a look and digest it all and then give it a go.
Forum: DIY PROM
02-09-2015, 11:13 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Standard 'E' rev will work for my software. Our PCMs use the VPW standard. The CANs are a nice to have for future stuff, but not necessary for most of the GM stuff you will be doing. I just got the...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-28-2015, 09:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 555
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: 7427 IAC SPEED

The IAC speed itself will be the same. Both have the 0-320 step IACs. The max stepping rate will also be the same (160 Hz IIRC). They should also have similar transfer functions (% airflow vs. IAC...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-28-2015, 08:45 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

I would need to get a basic listing of the commands used for his cable to support it. If it uses the FTDI then its just a matter of making a new class for the cable that sends the right commands....
Forum: DIY PROM
01-28-2015, 08:42 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

If EFI can edit raw bins, then yes, the tool will do the calibration so long as its a standard 512K PCM. Just open the BIN and flash. Also you would have to check if EFI Live locks the PCM. Feeding...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-23-2015, 12:35 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

The AVT is actually a sophisticated cable. It uses an ARM processor with a built-in operating system that allows it to recognize and interface with the various data standards. The SAE OBD-II data...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-23-2015, 12:25 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Im planning on integrating the tool into Tunerpro-RT. An idea I had was to make the calibration and OS file sizes user configurable, and savable in a local config file. This will allow you to set the...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-16-2015, 04:01 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Changing the buffer size is not too hard to do. Right now its variable with transmit going up to 4k for frames with no errors, but with a menu option it could be easily selectable. The 4k does trim...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-15-2015, 04:25 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

I found that out the hard way with the old P5 PCMs when I was writing the TBI MAF code. Couldn't figure out why the version with the 4L60-E relocated VSS only worked on the 8625 and not the 7427....
Forum: DIY PROM
01-14-2015, 09:53 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Some of the later 02' and up PCMs have the unified OS, so you could try with a V6 PCM and use a complete V8 cal. There are various option flags that set the TPU (Timing Processing Unit) up for either...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-12-2015, 12:36 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

The flash app can do up to the 2003 PCMs, but right now the TP defs are limited. After 2003 its CAN bus and the PCMs are quite different and wont connect. I have definitions for the 2001 PCMs, but...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-12-2015, 11:55 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

I missed that part the first time. Yeah, that will probably cause the PCM to not boot with the cal only if your changing to another OS from another PCM. As long as you can verify that the bin is...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-12-2015, 10:34 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Montecarlodrag: Here is were you need to click for the advanced, but since it doesnt work correctly Id hold off on a full flash since it may perma-brick and not be recoverable.

Also, are these...
Forum: DIY PROM
01-12-2015, 10:26 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

What PCMs were you trying to program with them? It should not brick them unless the calibration lies outside of the usual bounds of 0x8000-0x20000. The full flash option is available, but its hidden...
Forum: DIY PROM
12-24-2014, 03:34 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

2004 is getting into the CAN bus years, so its likely to be a later generation computer that no longer uses the older VPW standard and MCU based PCMs. In all likelihood I would say it wont, but a...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-09-2014, 06:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 376
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: WTB 9-bolt rearend housing

Scooter,

Phone and flashlight will work :) Im about 20 minutes away so the trip isn't too much trouble.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-08-2014, 10:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 376
Posted By dimented24x7

WTB 9-bolt rearend housing

Like the title says, Im after a 9-bolt housing from a car with disk brakes to build another rear. All I really need is the housing (center section + tubes) and the bearing caps. Id also be interested...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2014, 12:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,233
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Knocking sound

If you can get under the car Id try tapping the cat with a soft rubber mallet to see if anything came loose inside. Especially if you used a sawzall to cut off the tube. That could really vibrate the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2014, 12:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,584
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: 383 Xfi

I would second that. The stock springs with those are pretty useless. Im using comp beehives with morels on my setup. Works good to 6k, but the morels are pretty heavy lifters and 7k+ is probably...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-02-2014, 03:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,584
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: 383 Xfi

Never made it out to the track but from my tunerpro datalogs the best 0-100 MPH time was 11.4 seconds. 0-60 is just under 5 seconds if I can manage not to burn through 1st gear.

The 2.77's I have...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-01-2014, 02:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,584
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: 383 Xfi

I have a similar setup on my 350 with the TFS-195's and Victor-E but with an XR276HR (or whatever its called now in their catalog) and 36# injectors, and the 36's are a good match. The % DC matters,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-01-2014, 01:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 861
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Is it possible to time your car with a scan tool?

If the balancer is off I would personally just toss it and pick another up. Odds are the elastomer ring is failing and allowing the inertia ring to move. If you do get timing tape, it may still move...
Forum: DIY PROM
12-01-2014, 01:33 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

It would be nice if you could try it out :) Be interested to see how many different PCMs it can do.

I may add support for the 1024 KB boxes, but I would have to do some reverse engineering on a...
Forum: DIY PROM
12-01-2014, 01:19 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

kur40, this app only works on windows 7 and higher machines. The app was built in VS 2010 C#, and the WPF is not reverse compatible, unfortunately.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-23-2014, 11:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,213
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: 9bolt.com

Damn, bought a gearset from them not more than two months ago. Hope they really haven't plowed under.
Forum: DIY PROM
11-23-2014, 01:14 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

BTW, important note about connecting to the PCM. When the PCM first turns on, it will not allow secure access for a short period of time during boot-up. If you try to connect during this time, the...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-22-2014, 01:17 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

I did a custom OS for my blackbox in the camaro. Rewrote the fueling algo as well as added some idle air control logic to manage the engine RPMs when the car is in motion to make life easier with a...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-20-2014, 09:42 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

No problem. Hope people find it useful :)

Im really keen to see how it would work in a fourth gen or other later model car. They supposedly have a lot more traffic on the OBD network. The code is...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-20-2014, 09:59 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Most supplies will usually deliver more than 12V if they are a wall pack type. Check with a volt meter with the PCM running. If its less than 12.4V it shouldnt be used.
Forum: DIY PROM
11-18-2014, 11:46 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

To write a bin:

1) Connect and start flash mode as above.

2) Make sure your battery has at least 12.4V! If its less than that, the flash chip could lock during the reflash.

3) Select File >...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-18-2014, 11:42 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

This version has been tested for all foreseeable issues with my own PCM and flashes and does recoveries from faulty flashes, but I have not tested it on a large population of PCMs, so use caution (ie...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-18-2014, 11:35 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 104,119
Posted By dimented24x7

Re: Houston, we have reflash... PCM reflash tool

Without further ado here it is:

(Note: A PC or tablet with Windows 7 or higher and USB AVT cable are required)
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