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Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-23-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Help needed - Misfire, Off Idle Stumble not present at cruising speed

Excellent! Thank you, Ill be completing that today!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2017, 10:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Help needed - Misfire, Off Idle Stumble not present at cruising speed

Carb is a HLY-0-83570 if that helps you. Was not trying to sound arrogant with saying timing "set" I was trying to provide as much detail as possible to make for accurate recommendations. I read too...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2017, 10:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

Thank you, and I agree, not my 1st choice but with the thermostat housing moving locations, I dont know where Id find a non universal hose that would fit the bends properly. I personally hate that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2017, 10:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

Interesting...mine had 2 lines on the drivers side rail under the master cylinder to connect to. They had some rubber hoses connected to them that went to more steel lines in front of the motor.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2017, 10:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

Use the Aeromotive part #AEI-13301, $147 on summit. Thats the cheapest I found with the right set up. It has to be a bypass style regulator if your keeping the electric fuel pump from the fuel...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2017, 10:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

For me, 2 reasons - I was running into constant issues with the TPI system and never could get all the sensors working all the time. 2nd reason was that I was looking to install a cam (yeah, yeah,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2017, 10:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

I ran with no ECM and no issues, the swap essentially removes all functions on the ECM. You have to rewire the fuel pump relay to a keyed voltage source, which the ECM used to control but once that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By mdtoren

Help needed - Misfire, Off Idle Stumble not present at cruising speed

Hey all -

I recently started to get a misfire that I cannot narrow down. Vehicle idles fine. Slight misfire when reving in park. In drive, itll drive fine on slow accelerations. Anything more than...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2017, 09:43 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

unfortunately I don't have a total cost as I made an original main purchase and then several follow up purchases as I came across needs and I also did a cam swap in the process, a rough estimate...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-10-2017, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,796
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Where would you mount gauges? A Pillar? Cowl?

:lmao: Somehow, I just knew that response was coming :lmao:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-10-2017, 09:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,796
Posted By mdtoren

Where would you mount gauges? A Pillar? Cowl?

Hi!

About to buy some gauges (water temp, fuel pressure, vac) and I am torn on where to locate them. The locations I am looking at are on the A Pillar with one of those pillar pods, or Possibly...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2016, 10:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 493
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Does this sound like a carb tune problem or a trans problem?

Im not currently running PCV, just running 2 breathers instead. Any chance a PCV set up would fix this? I was under the impression either set up would work, but the PCV was just "cleaner"
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2016, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 493
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Does this sound like a carb tune problem or a trans problem?

Right now I am running 6psi from the regulator to the carb, does that sound too high?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2016, 08:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 493
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Does this sound like a carb tune problem or a trans problem?

Yes, running a non computer distributor, I thought it might possibly be a spark issue, but have ruled that out.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-29-2016, 08:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 348
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Engine Flooded? Cranking then all Electronic Shut Down

Yep dead battery. Flooded engine would still turn till you hyrdo locked it, radio/all electric would also still work with a flood situation.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-29-2016, 03:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 493
Posted By mdtoren

Does this sound like a carb tune problem or a trans problem?

So, been driving my 86 Iroc after finishing up my Carb swap and I am having the following issue and need some thoughts on where to start digging. Car is a 305, originally TPI swapped to carb and has...
Forum: Members Camaros
08-06-2016, 10:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 740
Posted By mdtoren

Re: YouTube video

Keep it going!
Forum: Electronics
08-06-2016, 09:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 804
Posted By mdtoren

Re: When i tilt the steering wheel it blows wiper fuse.

could be a hairline crack in the insulation of a wire, just enough to let voltage out as it moves around with the column. Im trying to think of any other possibilities but Im coming up blank.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-06-2016, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By mdtoren

Re: oil dipstick question.

Yep, should be a push fit with a gasket I believe. I remember changing mine was kind of a PITA for what I thought it was going to be. Mine will rotate / spin easily, but there is no...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-06-2016, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,292
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Humming from 4.11 rear end

Yes, if not properly adjusted there will be too much play in the gears, you dont hear it on acceleration because your literally forcing the gears together with torque and its constantly applying the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-06-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,292
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Humming from 4.11 rear end

Also, if coasting and you ease the wheel to the right and left just swerving down the road, is there any variance in the noise? If it changes at all - either what it sounds like, or if it goes away,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-06-2016, 08:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,292
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Humming from 4.11 rear end

Have you checked the fluid level in your diff? sounds like its either low on fluid or too much play in the gears - likely not pre-loaded properly on install, pretty common cause.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
07-06-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,561
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Possibly Moving - Front License Plate Law in IL?

Im with JDM, I do believe that you are responsible for creating the provisions for the plate. I ran with no front plate on my daily for years and years, never had a cop blink twice at me (for that,...
Forum: TPI
07-06-2016, 10:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 684
Posted By mdtoren

Re: White/blue smoke at start up- what could be the cause??

+ another 1 for valve seals! Mine does same thing, just havent got around to replacing. Sounds like Abubaca is dead on when he says they all do it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-04-2016, 08:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

Hmm, Ill have to try to hook that back up this week and see what happens!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-03-2016, 10:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

The wires have since been put in loom, it bugged the crap out of me!

As far as the A/C, I took it out because I never use it and it didnt work when I bought it. Its not a daily driver for me, just...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-02-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

And of Course and updated photo of the 'ol red dragon.

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Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-02-2016, 08:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

Heres my set up for reference!



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Forum: TPI
06-30-2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,334
Posted By mdtoren

Re: TPI Stalling When Put In Gear/Trouble With Mechanic

Im with these guys on everything above, vac leak sounds like best bet... Grab a can of car cleaner and start spraying. Theres so many gaskets on tpi motors compared to carb'd motors and its easy for...
Forum: Electronics
06-30-2016, 10:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,012
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Alternator on 305 TPI

Your asbsolute best bet is to take your current alt to a parts shop and compare it before you get it to be sure. When I was looking for my alternator (pass. side alternator here) I was told on here...
Forum: Carburetors
06-30-2016, 10:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 438
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Throttle body

TPI Motor? Should just have one of those slide tab stoppers on the thottle stud that if you lift the tab on slightly and slide towards the larger side of the opening and pop it off the stud.
Forum: TPI
06-30-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 939
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Looking for a bit more power

+1 for Headers for sure...nice difference when I had the tpi set up
+ 1 for cam/stealth ram if you insist on staying tpi!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2016, 03:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,347
Posted By mdtoren

Re: 700r4 doesn't shift after tpi to Carb swap

Resolution to this - I adjusted the TV cable and leveled off the trans fluid, car now shifts perfectly.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,949
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Tpi to Carb swap won't start - lots of diag info in thread, what am I missing?

Resolution to this - It was the fuel pump relay that was priming, but not keeping the pump running so as soon as the bowls dried up, it was dead in the water. I also had a faulty carb with a...
Forum: Carburetors
06-30-2016, 03:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,150
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Holley street avenger won't idle down

A resolution to this - After all this, I contacted Holley, went round and round through their trouble shooting and finally, exchanged it for a new carb under warranty. I got it, looked it over, got...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2016, 03:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

Re: This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

A Great point indeed, and something I will likely do in the future. I do understand the set up is not ideal or the safest. I included it more as awareness that you have to do something about it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2016, 10:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,147
Posted By mdtoren

This is a master list of what youll need for TPI to Carb Swap in 2016

Hello!

I figure it is my time to give back, after bugging literally just about everyone on this forum.. I have got my Carb swap done, running, and tuned to a great running motor. One of the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-05-2016, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,347
Posted By mdtoren

700r4 doesn't shift after tpi to Carb swap

Just finally got my Carb to idle down enough to drive and the trans sticks in 1st gear and won't shift up, even manually all I get is first gear. Would the TV cable completely prevent shifting? I...
Forum: Carburetors
04-21-2016, 08:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,150
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Holley street avenger won't idle down

I got the 1" spacer because I'm a moron and didn't read that the 4150 style Carb would get the throttle plates stuck on the 2101 intake manifold openings...I couldn't get the carb to wot so the 1"...
Forum: Carburetors
04-21-2016, 07:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,150
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Holley street avenger won't idle down

So I adjusted to fast idle screw and got the idle tondrop to about 1500 in park, 1000 in gear. I read that I might need a Carb sealing plate to seal the Holley carb to the edelbrock manifold and that...
Forum: Carburetors
04-17-2016, 08:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,150
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Holley street avenger won't idle down

By base Gasket I assume you mean to the carb? I used all of the gaskets that came with the carb/spacer. When bolting the manifold down I noticed there was play in the gasket until I completed the...
Forum: Carburetors
04-17-2016, 03:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,150
Posted By mdtoren

Holley street avenger won't idle down

Hi!

Just did a Carb swap on my 86 tpi, I put a Holley street avenger 570cfm on an edelbrock mani with an inch spacer. I can't get the car to idle down much past 1500 rpm. The curb idle screw is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-15-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,619
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Another TPI to Carb swap post.

Just went through the swap myself for the same reason..went to start the car one day....crank and no start..said screw it, bought the parts put them all on cranked it about 4 times and started right...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-11-2016, 10:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,373
Posted By mdtoren

Re: White smoke from exhaust vid link

Looks like oil to me, a few things to check- are you sure you haven't over filled the oil? Like above said, pull covers to check that you don't have sludge blocking a port. If it's just at and after...
Forum: TPI
04-11-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,339
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Seriously, what's the deal with the homemade ram air mod?

With the narrow size of the inlets on the air box lid being a natural restriction, I can't imagine you'd get real gains outside of cutting the baffles, you may hear it more due to the air box's...
Forum: Interior
04-11-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 583
Posted By mdtoren

Re: What is this cable and where does it go?

Gear selector goes down to the drivers side of the trans and shift it into gear
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2016, 10:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,265
Posted By mdtoren

Re: 91 Won't Start-- Can't Hear a new Fuel Pump that worked at one time

If it's a tpi motor there's a check valve the the rear of the passenger side rail covered with what looks like a steel valve stem caps. Pull the vacuum line to the regulator which is just under the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,949
Posted By mdtoren

Re: Tpi to Carb swap won't start - lots of diag info in thread, what am I missing?

Tried wiring to the wipers since postng...what a mess. Had to have the wipers on to get fuel flow. But it was enough to get the fuel flowing and was able to break in my cam before ruining it. At...
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