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Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
08-01-2012, 01:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 660
Posted By Hellion

SOLD For Sale: Rims & Tires (Vancouver, WA) SOLD

$200 Pick Up Only. If you have any questions post them here, or PM me.

http://images.craigslist.org/5Ie5Y65H63Kb3pb3N3c7o4a8a897451ca1a90.jpg
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-30-2012, 05:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By Hellion

Re: Mods: What do you think?

Yeah, there is even a ceramic coated version but I can't remember the part number. They work really well though, and aside from the fact that it was a "difficult" project, we didn't have any...
Forum: TBI
07-29-2012, 05:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,215
Posted By Hellion

Re: Engine: Before & After

lol, yeah my hood still doesn't stay up on its own, we had a pair of vice grips holding it up in the "after" pic...I need new shocks.

PS: I know there are other threads for this, but if anyone...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-29-2012, 03:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By Hellion

Re: Mods: What do you think?

I actually posted the before and after pic seperately, (at 3 in the morning) but I should have posted it here instead...regardless of that I will post them here as well.
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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-27-2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 424
Posted By Hellion

Re: Drive Gear Installation thread where is it???

Thank you! That isn't the thread I found before but it will more than do!!!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-27-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 424
Posted By Hellion

Drive Gear Installation thread where is it???

Basically I know there is a thread on here somewhere that shows and explains how to swap out the driven and drive gears in a 700r4...but my old computer crashed and burned and I lost all my...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-27-2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,242
Posted By Hellion

Re: Where to buy speedo gears?

I know you found what your looking for but if anyone else is looking for a good place I bought mine at:

http://www.vpartsinc.com/
Forum: TBI
07-25-2012, 05:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,215
Posted By Hellion

Re: Engine: Before & After

If your asking me, mine is not a swap. We kept the 305 and just dumped a butt load of money in it. It's not the fastest car in the world, but it rides and sounds nice. I also haven't been able to...
Forum: TBI
07-25-2012, 05:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,215
Posted By Hellion

Re: Engine: Before & After

Nice :goodjob:. I like how clean it looks, without air conditioner and such! Mines a daily driver though so doing that would just be pointless, as least for me I like having all the little extras....
Forum: TBI
07-25-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,215
Posted By Hellion

Re: Engine: Before & After

Thanks everyone.

Edwardgp: I'm in the Vancouver Area.
Forum: TBI
07-25-2012, 04:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,215
Posted By Hellion

Engine: Before & After

Hey, it's 3am right now and I'm really tired, waiting for sheets to dry :crazy:

So here is a before and After Pic of my engine bay. Just thought I would share.
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Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-30-2012, 03:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,552
Posted By Hellion

Re: Ram Air II Hood where did you purchase from?

Yeah I know what you mean. If they made the RAII hood in metal I'd probably buy it since I'm not really concerned about the weight, but honestly I'd be to nervous to drive with that hood again...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-29-2012, 10:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,552
Posted By Hellion

Re: Ram Air II Hood where did you purchase from?

Did you also get yours from Hawks? If so then I might concider buying one from them later down the road...for now I'm happy with the power bulge T/A hood I have at the moment.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-29-2012, 04:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By Hellion

Re: Ram Air II Hood Grilles BRAND NEW

bump
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-29-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 469
Posted By Hellion

Re: Brand New: 44 Tooth Driven Gear

No Problem. :thumbsup:
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-27-2012, 01:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,868
Posted By Hellion

Re: Soft seal complete 82-92 firebird/camaro weatherstripping kit MADE IN USA

Sounds good to me...:burnout:

Also what would be the shipping cost to 98661?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-27-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,868
Posted By Hellion

Re: Soft seal complete 82-92 firebird/camaro weatherstripping kit MADE IN USA

How much for just the sweeps? (I'd be interested in the t-top weatherstripping as well if that falls through). Thanks.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-27-2012, 07:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By Hellion

Ram Air II Hood Grilles BRAND NEW

Bought these and then my aftermarket hood broke in half on the freeway (don't buy from extreme dimensions) so I don't need them anymore. They are brand new, I've had them for only about 2-3 weeks and...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-27-2012, 07:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 469
Posted By Hellion

SOLD Brand New: 44 Tooth Driven Gear

$20. Free shipping to the US. Questions? Let me know.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-17-2012, 08:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

ok, if that's false then what do I need to do for the speedometer to read correctly (or really close).

Tire size: 265/35/18 (25.3 height)
Transmission: 700r4
Changing to: 3.23 open
Current...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-17-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

OK, so I have them pulling the 3.23 rear end, but assuming both cars (91's) have an electronic speedo how do I get the speedo to read correctly. I just thought I needed to get the drive/driven gears...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-17-2012, 05:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

No posi, I figure I will change it over later, working on wheels and tires, and paint...I only have so much money...unfortunately, lol. I just don't feel good with buying used other than the one that...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-17-2012, 12:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

I'm going to purchase the 3.23 rear end off my old 91 tomorrow with the stuff to make the speedo read correctly. (My dad will be switching the rear end, and yes he knows what he is doing ^_^).
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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-13-2012, 09:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

I guess that's a good point. My dads just been working on cars for like 30 years and since he's the one that mainly puts the goodies in my car, well, it's harder to get him to go along with something...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-12-2012, 09:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

Thanks! I hadn't found your post in my search. I really appreciate the help.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-12-2012, 09:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

It's whatever, I've found what I need already, I'm sorry I wanted to verify the information, you really don't have to be so rude. It redirects me for some reason on summit, and I meant $400 give or...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-12-2012, 07:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

I HAVE searched the forums and have read/bookmarked many useful pages, I've even got a link to a place for the speedo gears but I'm just not positive what I need, and I like to double and triple...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-12-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

Re: 2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

Ok I figured you needed the kit, it's just always sold seperatly or as an option (like you don't have to purchase it) so it just confused me a bit.

Those gears are for a 2 series carrier:...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-12-2012, 03:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 10,006
Posted By Hellion

2.73 to 3.42 Swap (A Few Quick Questions)

I will check to make sure before making any purchases but given my research I believe I have 2.73 gears (no clue if it's Posi or not), and 28 spline since I have a 91 firebird. I also believe it has...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-08-2012, 06:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,552
Posted By Hellion

Re: Ram Air II Hood where did you purchase from?

No hood pins yet, but I really don't think that would have prevented the hood from splitting in two, as it was a manufacture bonding issue given that it wasn't securely created, it was secure to the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-08-2012, 06:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,552
Posted By Hellion

Re: Ram Air II Hood where did you purchase from?

How fast have you gone with it on the car? Does it get wobbly from the air going through (as mine did)? I was only going about 65mph when the dang thing flew off...I'm just livid right now.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-08-2012, 06:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,552
Posted By Hellion

Ram Air II Hood where did you purchase from?

I had a Ram Air II hood until about 12:30am when driving home the top part of the hood went flying off onto the highway road behind me, and shattered into a bunch of peices 0_o. I just threw $500 on...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,487
Posted By Hellion

Re: Starter won't disengage (Help needed)

So it looks like its not the purple wire, it's the alarm/automatic start system I had installed on the car only a year ago (I know I should have mentioned it but we thought we had eliminated it as a...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-28-2012, 04:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,278
Posted By Hellion

Re: 350 Swap: What am I really getting myself into?

Here is what I ended up getting (doing the swap after I fix a bit of a wiring problem):

Open Element Air Filter- Edelbrock Elite Series # 4207...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2012, 04:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,487
Posted By Hellion

Re: Starter won't disengage (Help needed)

So it could still be more than just that purple wire? The instant my dad pulls the wire away from the starter she runs like normal??? The guy my dad's taking it to at his work knows his stuff so I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2012, 12:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,487
Posted By Hellion

Re: Starter won't disengage (Help needed)

Well it defiantly has something to do with that purple wire, we couldn't jump it without holding the wire on by hand and then taking it away from the starter. Which allowed it to run right from...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,487
Posted By Hellion

Re: Starter won't disengage (Help needed)

I'll talk to my dad about it when he gets home today, and as soon as I know something I will post back.

Thanks for all your help!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2012, 04:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,487
Posted By Hellion

Re: Starter won't disengage (Help needed)

The problem started before we replaced the ignition switch (thats why we tried replacing it). Also the steering column is completely dissembled at this point, and we already replaced what I think you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2012, 02:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,487
Posted By Hellion

Re: Starter won't disengage (Help needed)

I doubt my dad put anything in wrong, he knows what he's doing, been working on cars for over 30 years. He's not a mechanic, but I more than trust his abilities, lol.

If we turn the engine off,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2012, 01:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,487
Posted By Hellion

Starter won't disengage (Help needed)

Basically the car was sitting for about 3-4 months, and after we charged the battery, we started the car and this loud horrible (grinding?) noise started up with it (does this every time we start the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-26-2012, 12:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By Hellion

Re: Mods: What do you think?

Ended up returning these (They arn't emissions legal):
Short Hedman Headers # 68470 http://static.summitracing.com/globa.../HED-68470.jpg
Hedman Y-Pipe # 17478...
Forum: Exhaust
02-25-2012, 04:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 501
Posted By Hellion

PLEASE HELP! #68470 Possible to make emissions legal?

I got hedman headers part #68470. I just found out they are not emissions legal. Is there a way to make them emissions legal? I've read about something called an 02 sensor bung? Sorry for my...
Forum: Fabrication
02-25-2012, 03:29 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,547
Posted By Hellion

Re: Body Kit & Interior Swap

I'm hoping we will be painting it within the next 3 months. We've got a few things to do and I just have to come up with the money for materials and we are good to go. I'm very determined to get...
Forum: Fabrication
02-24-2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,547
Posted By Hellion

Re: Body Kit & Interior Swap

Thats more a question for my dad, but most of it wasn't to bad if you know what your doing. The hood on the other hand (which still isn't done) fit like ****, stuck up about 2" from the front quarter...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2012, 01:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,925
Posted By Hellion

Re: Mods: What do you think?

I ordered it because it was in my price range, and it's what I wanted regardless of peoples opinions. That last sentence makes me sound angry about what you said about the parts but it's chill, I...
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