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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-04-2010, 08:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,357
Posted By z28bill

Re: Summit Aluminum Radiator and Flexalite Fans

Is this radiator still for sale? I live in Columbia, MD, but work in NOVA and could come by and pick it up.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-18-2010, 01:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By z28bill

Re: 200cc Dart pro 1 platinum heads Ported and gasket matched

The Holley Stealth Ram should be the same bolt pattern of a standard TPI, if that is what you mean. I can check mine and make sure, worst case I think I can expand the middle intake bolt holes so...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-18-2010, 07:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,903
Posted By z28bill

Re: 200cc Dart pro 1 platinum heads Ported and gasket matched

Do you know if the Dart Pro 1's will replace aluminum L98 heads? I'm not sure if the bolt pattern is the same. I currently have a 350 with aluminum L98's and a HSR.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-24-2009, 08:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,863
Posted By z28bill

Re: sbc trickflow 195 aluminum cylinder heads

Thanks for the tip, I was hoping to find some nice heads, but oh well.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-24-2009, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,863
Posted By z28bill

Re: sbc trickflow 195 aluminum cylinder heads

Kinda got banned??? So maybe I shouldn't do a deal with him? Can I ask why he got banned?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-24-2009, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,863
Posted By z28bill

Re: sbc trickflow 195 aluminum cylinder heads

What TF part number are these? I want to check if they fit centerbolt style intake manifolds. Also, how much lift can these take, will they work with roller cam?
Forum: Camaros for Sale
07-14-2009, 02:47 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 14,969
Posted By z28bill

Re: 1991 Camaro Z28 Convertible

Car looks nice, any more pictures?
Forum: Carburetors
03-12-2005, 09:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,113
Posted By z28bill

It is a Innovate Wideband. However, I just found...

It is a Innovate Wideband. However, I just found something interesting. I hooked up a computer running WinAldl and watched the computer data along with the wideband data. The wideband would...
Forum: Carburetors
03-12-2005, 07:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,113
Posted By z28bill

The jets are still stock and did not change thems...

The jets are still stock and did not change thems for the 383, and have not had to until now. The car has done fine with the stock jets, no problems until now.

I just checked over spark plug...
Forum: Carburetors
03-11-2005, 07:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,113
Posted By z28bill

I basically started noticing this for the past...

I basically started noticing this for the past week or so. At idle, the car reads anywhere from 19.1 to 17.1, yet when I first start it and the choke is on, I read in the 12 to 13 range.

I have...
Forum: Carburetors
03-10-2005, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,113
Posted By z28bill

Update I returned the carb settings to where...

Update

I returned the carb settings to where I originally set them before this problem arose. As of now, the dwell is still reading very low like 5 - 10. The wideband is reading very lean. So,...
Forum: Carburetors
03-10-2005, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,113
Posted By z28bill

Very lean idle, CC Q-Jet

I have been trying to fully diagnose a slight misfire at cruising speed, and I think it is carb related. I previously changed the distributor cap which helped, but not fully fixed the problem.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-08-2005, 01:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By z28bill

Yeah, I replaced the plugs and that did not help....

Yeah, I replaced the plugs and that did not help. However, as I was swapping the plug wire with one from an old set, the terminal on the distributor pulled out. Problem found. I temporarly...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-07-2005, 07:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By z28bill

Spark Plug Wire Issue

Ok, I have been chasing down a mis for about a week now. First, I thought it was something with the cc carb (1987 Z28 with Q-jet) like the MC solenoid. I thought the carb because the O2 sensor was...
Forum: Exhaust
11-09-2004, 08:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 804
Posted By z28bill

Count me in! I have a fairly close matching...

Count me in! I have a fairly close matching switch ready to install in the center console.
Forum: Carburetors
05-17-2004, 09:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 663
Posted By z28bill

Electric Fuel Pump Wiring

I am getting ready to install a Holley "Red" electric pump. I am having fuel starvation issues with just the mechanical pump. My question is, can I wire the pump off of the wiring that goes to the...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-11-2004, 09:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,219
Posted By z28bill

This may be slightly off topic, but couldn't you...

This may be slightly off topic, but couldn't you use a Innovate or PLX setup that has a wideband output, hook it through the PLX wideband to narrow converter, and tap that into the ECM? That way the...
Forum: Carburetors
03-18-2004, 04:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 468
Posted By z28bill

New thought for setting dwell

I have read several places on this board to set the MC solenoid with a dwell meter at idle. However, when I used Winaldl while cruising, it was saying the MC cycle was around 60%. Would it then...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-17-2004, 05:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By z28bill

By the way, when I cruise down the road and...

By the way, when I cruise down the road and let-off the throttle, should the TCC unlock? It unlocks for about 2 seconds then locks while the car is deccelerating.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-16-2004, 07:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By z28bill

I see, so when I hit the brakes and still see the...

I see, so when I hit the brakes and still see the test light on, that is really a false positive. The converter is unlocked, but the ECM doesn't know that I am using the brakes thus still sending...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-15-2004, 10:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By z28bill

3...2...1...BUMP

3...2...1...BUMP
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-14-2004, 06:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By z28bill

Another update, I just went for a cruise and got...

Another update, I just went for a cruise and got the dreaded service engine light for about 10 seconds while stopped at a stoplight. When I got home and read the trouble codes, I got codes 21 and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-14-2004, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By z28bill

By the way, I have recently replaced and checked...

By the way, I have recently replaced and checked my TPS and that seems fine.

The problems described above are on a 87 Camaro that was a lg4 and is now a 383. Still has stock computer and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-14-2004, 04:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By z28bill

TCC and ECM Trouble

Okay, I have been tracking down a problematic TCC lately. So far, I have hooked up a test light between ALDL terminal F and 12 positive. I have also hooked up a switch between ALDL terminals A and...
Forum: Carburetors
03-11-2004, 11:45 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 328
Posted By z28bill

Vaccum Sensor has fuel in it!

I was going to check my vaccum using a gauge and T fitting, plugged into the vaccum sensor on the drivers side firewall. I have done this many times before, however when I disconnected the vac line...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-11-2004, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 490
Posted By z28bill

Vaccum Sensor has fuel in it!

I was going to check my vaccum using a gauge and T fitting, plugged into the vaccum sensor on the drivers side firewall. I have done this many times before, however when I disconnected the vac line...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
04-03-2003, 04:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 843
Posted By z28bill

Last time I was at Crazy Rays they only had ONE...

Last time I was at Crazy Rays they only had ONE Camaro. I drive by there every once and a while, looks like I need to stop in and do some junkyard hunting.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-25-2003, 08:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 470
Posted By z28bill

Those "buttons" are rivets. You have to drill or...

Those "buttons" are rivets. You have to drill or grind off the rivets in order to take the bushing out. The new bushing is one piece and does not require rivets. The new one is held in by the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-25-2003, 07:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 511
Posted By z28bill

I just did a rearend swap yesterday and have the...

I just did a rearend swap yesterday and have the same problem. I KNOW everything is tight, and I know I installed the springs with the insolators on them. I was going to check today and make sure...
Forum: Exhaust
03-20-2003, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,708
Posted By z28bill

I ran my old 305 with Hedman Shorties, then...

I ran my old 305 with Hedman Shorties, then swapped out to a 383 with Vortec's. I could not tell any different in head configuration, as far as exhaust ports. If there is a difference, it was too...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-19-2003, 08:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,135
Posted By z28bill

Maryland snow strom last month. The first one is...

Maryland snow strom last month. The first one is my thirdgen, the second one is a forth gen. Like my cowl hood? :D
Forum: Exhaust
03-17-2003, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,287
Posted By z28bill

Dynomax Sound Clip

I was thinking about getting a Dynomax muffler for my car. However, I already have a 3" I-pipe, so I would get a different than stock muffler. I would use 17536, what they use on later camaros. I...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-16-2003, 06:26 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,347
Posted By z28bill

Here is a pic. It is a 87 Z28 with a Q-Jet fed...

Here is a pic. It is a 87 Z28 with a Q-Jet fed 383. Built the engine in my garage and dropped it in over last years winter break. I drive to school everyday and park in lot 4, the big a$$ lot that...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-16-2003, 07:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,347
Posted By z28bill

Is that a UMBC parking pass hanging from your...

Is that a UMBC parking pass hanging from your rearview? I go to College Park, have the same pass. Nice Pic, I assume that is the bay in the background? Also, LOVE the wheels!!
Forum: Exhaust
03-14-2003, 09:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,093
Posted By z28bill

Check out the November 2002 GM High Tech...

Check out the November 2002 GM High Tech Performance. They do the same thing and put on a DynoMax Cat-Back on their project Magnum car. Also gave them 2/10's faster time.

Looks like Dynomax is...
Forum: Exhaust
03-12-2003, 08:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 570
Posted By z28bill

The muffler is holding up fairly well, its just...

The muffler is holding up fairly well, its just the welds that are starting to come un-done. The welds holding the inlet side of the muffler to the oval muffler case is rusting. I can probably...
Forum: Exhaust
03-10-2003, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 570
Posted By z28bill

$25 Dollar Rebate on Dynomax

I have been thinking about swapping my rusted out SLP for a new 17227 Dynomax. I just saw at Jegs that you can get a $25 dollar rebate on this muffler. Just thought I would pass on the news. And...
Forum: Electronics
03-10-2003, 08:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 540
Posted By z28bill

I have the same mysterious plug on my 87 LG4. I...

I have the same mysterious plug on my 87 LG4. I have never hooked it up. My engine is now a 383, but same wiring harness. I was thinking it was a extra sensor or something, but don't worry about...
Forum: Carburetors
02-06-2003, 11:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,219
Posted By z28bill

Well I was about to change just the pickup coil,...

Well I was about to change just the pickup coil, but then noticed how rusty the rest of the distributor was. Therefore, I swapped to a new unit from Advance Auto. Unit looks really nice and a...
Forum: Carburetors
02-04-2003, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,219
Posted By z28bill

Advancing the timing seemed to help some, but not...

Advancing the timing seemed to help some, but not completely. Another issue is that the tach seems to be jumpy, moreso than just 100 rpm. The tach will jump under load just before a downshift. The...
Forum: Carburetors
02-03-2003, 10:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,219
Posted By z28bill

Well I was wrong. The base timing was set to 0...

Well I was wrong. The base timing was set to 0 degrees. I bumped it up to about 8 degrees and I will see how it does tommorrow. Hopefully this will fix the problem.

Having bumped the timing up,...
Forum: Carburetors
02-03-2003, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,219
Posted By z28bill

Here are the Cam specs: Lift = .460/.480 ...

Here are the Cam specs:

Lift = .460/.480
Duration at .050 = 218/230
Lobe Separation = 113
Intake Centerline = 108

This is Comp Cams NX262H-13
The part number is 12-556-4
Forum: Carburetors
02-03-2003, 09:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,219
Posted By z28bill

Erratic Idle from CCC

I have done a bunch searches and haven't really come accross this topic.

I had a 87 LG4 with a CC-QJet, but swapped it out for a 383 with Vortec heads and about 10:1 compression. The engine has...
Forum: Body
01-31-2003, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 899
Posted By z28bill

Oh yeah, those are the holes I am talking about. ...

Oh yeah, those are the holes I am talking about. They don't look like stock, but that really doesn't bother me, however, for a camaro perfectionist, those holes would look out of place.
Forum: Body
01-31-2003, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 899
Posted By z28bill

Here is a quick picture. It is kind of wet...

Here is a quick picture. It is kind of wet outside, so the picture didn't turn out too well. I can try to shoot some more once the weather breaks, if you want.
Forum: Body
01-30-2003, 10:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 899
Posted By z28bill

You cannot tell it is a cover. The fit is good...

You cannot tell it is a cover. The fit is good and just slips on top of the current dash. It is just slighty wavy in some sections where I could have used more silicone sealer.
Forum: OLD Third Gen Nationals
01-29-2003, 07:22 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 10,067
Posted By z28bill

Bill M. , I am from Montgomery Co, MD. Probably...

Bill M. , I am from Montgomery Co, MD. Probably won't camp-out since I am close by.
Forum: Body
01-29-2003, 07:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,323
Posted By z28bill

I also have a Goodmark Hood. Got it painted this...

I also have a Goodmark Hood. Got it painted this summer to match my original 1987 paint. Enjoy the pics, this is probably what yours will look like, being similar color and all.
Forum: Body
01-29-2003, 07:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 899
Posted By z28bill

I got this one from Coverlay Manufacturing...

I got this one from Coverlay Manufacturing (http://www.coverlaymfg.com/cgi-bin/E_Store/search.cgi?query=camaro) . The dash has held up very well. The texture is the same plastic, but the speaker...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-14-2002, 02:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 600
Posted By z28bill

Oh, just to verify, is a '87 prop valve NB...

Oh, just to verify,

is a '87 prop valve NB 35 KH 044 7 a:

86-88 J50.................14089495
or
86-87 JE1.................14089496
or
86-88 J65.................14089497
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