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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-06-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,029
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Tpi , Tbi reprograming and memcals/proms

After answering a bunch of my questions, Tuned Performance sent me a PROM with VATS disabled. Product was shipped very quickly, arrived in a couple days, was packaged well, and works perfectly. My...
Forum: Electronics
10-05-2013, 03:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 993
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: No Start - VATS Related?

Please don't wield you egos here, fellas. I like my information plain.

Just want to update again. I took her down the road and filled up with 91 to dilute the 1/4 tank of crap that was in there....
Forum: Electronics
10-04-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 993
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: No Start - VATS Related?

Short version: I put a jumper on the start enable relay, and I ordered a PROM from Tuned Performance. It runs (poorly).

Tuned Performance was extremely helpful and patient with all of my...
Forum: Electronics
09-25-2013, 01:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 993
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: No Start - VATS Related?

Alright, after comparing the prices of bypass modules vs a new chip, I've decided to get a chip for the car. None of the resistors worked, as I originally stated, and with the combination of a chip...
Forum: Electronics
09-22-2013, 08:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 993
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: No Start - VATS Related?

First, thanks for replying. I've just been getting more and more frustrated with this thing.

I wasn't sure if the fuel pump should be loud enough to be heard from the driver seat with the door...
Forum: Electronics
09-20-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 993
Posted By NewKindOfClown

No Start - VATS Related?

'91 Camaro Z28 with a 5.7L, 700R4, and VATS

The car drove fine until I lost the keys in July. Didn't realize how big of a mistake that was. I replaced the ignition with one from Advance (lifetime...
Forum: Exhaust
02-21-2013, 07:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 671
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Am I Correct? (Newb Questions)

Well apparently I don't have factory manifolds. I wasn't sure. Is there any way I can identify the headers that are on mine currently? If they aren't any good, I'd be looking for a replacement within...
Forum: Exhaust
02-21-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 671
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Am I Correct? (Newb Questions)

I knew about the runners, but I wasn't sure about headers. Any way to identify the brand? The car DID have aluminum Vette heads, but there wasn't much left after the previous owner blew up the motor....
Forum: Electronics
02-21-2013, 11:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,144
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Digi-Tails LED Bulb Swap (List)

I'm getting ready to put a full-well sub box in the hatch of my '91 Z28, and I want to replace all my bulbs with LEDs beforehand so I don't have to worry about removing the box to replace...
Forum: Exhaust
02-21-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 671
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Here's the list of modifications I was given by...

Here's the list of modifications I was given by the seller:
58mm Throttle Body, SLP 51010 Roller Cam, 5.1 Roller Rockers, 91 Corvette Aluminum Heads w/stainless steel valves, SLP Headers, SLP High...
Forum: Exhaust
02-21-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 671
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Am I Correct? (Newb Questions)

With our cars being so old, I keep finding threads from around 2002 recommending parts that aren't made anymore. I've been trying to read up, but I'm a complete newb at this. I'm much more at home...
Forum: Electronics
01-21-2013, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 926
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Fuse #11 (Int Lights) Blowing

1991 Camaro Z28 5.7L with every option except disc brakes.

Since I got the car, fuse 11 (20amp) has been indiscriminately blowing. It controls interior lights, door locks, and rear hatch release....
Forum: Car Audio
01-16-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

Thanks again, savage. I posted on my caraudio.com thread asking for a couple more confirmations. Everyone told me not to worry about it.
Forum: Car Audio
01-16-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

Thanks, Savage. The problem with forums is you never know who knows what they're talking about. Nothing against anyone who replied here, but I got unanimous 'go aheads' on caraudio.com. Do you have...
Forum: Car Audio
01-16-2013, 03:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

Wouldn't I need two of those since I'm running two subs? Each sub is 200W RMS, and neither of those you listed approaches 400W.
Forum: Car Audio
01-16-2013, 04:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

Project, amp puts out 300W RMS at4ohms, but at 2ohms it puts out 500W RMS.
http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Mobile/App/Product/Item/Specs.aspx?i=113X5001&tp=115
Forum: Car Audio
01-15-2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Okay, I found the page I was looking at:...

Okay, I found the page I was looking at: http://www.crutchfield.com/S-91ocQZfynQX/learn/how-to-match-subwoofers-and-amplifiers.html On that chart, I understand it as saying 2 SVC 4ohm subs can be...
Forum: Car Audio
01-14-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Crap. That was the first thing I checked, and I...

Crap. That was the first thing I checked, and I forgot all about it when I started looking...

So that Alpine amp is good for two 4ohm subs on one channel, 300W to each sub? And my best bet is to...
Forum: Car Audio
01-14-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

I was searching at work today and found some good reads on Crutchfield. Ordered a Kenwood eXcelon x500 mono amp. 500W RMS @2ohms. Also ordered a 4ga solid copper wiring kit, and went to Lowe's after...
Forum: Car Audio
01-13-2013, 05:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

Subs: http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Mobile/App/Product/Item/Specs.aspx?i=575P210S4&tp=111

Single voice coil, 4 ohm stable.

If I understand correctly, I could wire each sub to a channel, or I...
Forum: Car Audio
01-13-2013, 02:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

CherokeeForum.com in the regional section, the Maryland group is very active. I had a Cherokee, rolled it, and bought a Comanche. Feel free to stop in and introduce yourself. I have the same username...
Forum: Car Audio
01-13-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,099
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Amp Suggestions for My Subs (Novice)

I'd like suggestions on which amp would work well with my system. I've tried to do some research, but I don't have a computer right now. I'm an audio novice, so common sense to you might be...
Forum: Exhaust
08-23-2012, 06:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 788
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Identify Exhaust Kit

That's what I was guessing, and it's exactly what I didn't want to hear. Bought a "street/strip ready" Camaro while I was stationed in Germany, and I got home to find a blown motor, dead trans, posi...
Forum: Exhaust
08-22-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 788
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Identify Exhaust Kit

I'm learning that more and more of what the PO said is lies. Can anyone identify this exhaust kit from the picture?
'91 Z28 5.7L...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
08-12-2012, 01:30 PM
Replies: 540
Views: 36,592
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Fastest you've gone

I hit the limiter in my old '92 Z28 (305), I think it was at 114mph.
When I picked up my '91 Z28 (new 350) a couple weeks ago and drove it from Cleveland, OH to Maryland, I hit 125 on an empty...
Forum: Car Audio
07-16-2012, 10:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,404
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Speaker Options

Thanks for that list, Johnny.

I used that as reference and started doing searches and comparing reviews. Here's what I came up with, and I'm interested in hearing opinions.

Deck: Kenwood...
Forum: Car Audio
07-15-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,404
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Speaker Options

I always shop around before buying, but I was hoping for opinions about those particular speakers since they're marketed as a set for these cars.


Like I said, I'd like to stay below $750 if...
Forum: Car Audio
07-15-2012, 01:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,404
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Speaker Options

First off, I hardly know anything about audio/electrical. I've been reading all kinds of stuff over the last couple weeks, but I'm finding different schools of thought and conflicting info. I listen...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
10-25-2010, 12:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,239
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: 1990 IROC Z28 asking $1500 OBO

PM sent
Forum: Interior
09-28-2010, 12:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: Custom Trim

I was not aware of that, actually. Removing that would certainly be an improvement, but I'd still like to do the stainless eventually.

Primetime, thanks for the link. I've been wondering what I...
Forum: Interior
09-27-2010, 01:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Custom Trim

I have a black '91 with silver stripes, but the interior trim is wood. I can't stand it. I'd like to get/make a set of custom trim from brushed stainless, maybe set in black plastic. Has this been...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
09-26-2010, 03:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By NewKindOfClown

Re: New Tires - Stock Wheels

16s. Those are the ones tirerack.com recommended. Sounds like a good choice then, thanks.
Tim
Forum: Wheels and Tires
09-24-2010, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By NewKindOfClown

New Tires - Stock Wheels

Looking for new tires for my '91 350 Z28. It still has the stock wheels.
What size can I fit on there? Any suggestions in particular?
Dry/wet driving, and it could get caught in the occasional...
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