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Forum: Electronics
03-24-2019, 11:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,434
Posted By Jake_92RS

Spark Plug wires for 305 TBI

I've been looking for replacement plug wires on my L03, and I'm a bit confused on which to get. From what I understand, the distributor ends should be sockets, as well as the spark plug ends. But any...
Forum: Exhaust
10-24-2018, 02:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 510
Posted By Jake_92RS

Need Catalytic Converter or Adapter Advice

I recently ordered dyno dons headers that have the 3" outlet on the y-pipe. Right now I have the stock catalytic converter which is 2.25" in/out with a donut gasket adapting to a 3" ball/socket...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-14-2018, 07:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 393
Posted By Jake_92RS

25th Anniversary Modding?

Has anyone done any sort of mods to their 25th Anniversary Camaro to show off that its an anniversary car? Cool badges, floor mats, anything. I want to add a little bit to my car to show it off and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,814
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Why Are Open Element Air Cleaners a Challenge to Install on a Thirdgen?

How did you cut your HCV so its not so ugly?? Mine still has those long *** ugly hoses.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-16-2018, 11:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,814
Posted By Jake_92RS

Why Are Open Element Air Cleaners a Challenge to Install on a Thirdgen?

I've seen many engine pics of thirdgens with 14x3" open element air cleaners, but for some reason, on my L03, I cant get mine to fit to save my life. It either sits too high with the spacer ring...
Forum: TBI
03-15-2018, 10:37 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 74,048
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Smog pump delete info needed

I got mine out no problem, just nice to have some insight on easier ways to remove it. Taking it out isn't about adding HP for me, its about allowing for easier maintenance, maybe exhaust upgrades,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-13-2018, 06:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 779
Posted By Jake_92RS

How do I get this thing out of my valve cover so I can replace it with a breather??

As the title says. I can't get this thing out and im afraid of breaking it off. plz help!
Forum: TBI
03-12-2018, 11:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 74,048
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Smog pump delete info needed

How do you get the AIR tube from the catalytic converter out of the engine bay?
Forum: TBI
03-09-2018, 11:21 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 74,048
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Smog pump delete info needed

Anyone know an easier way to remove those damn AIR tubes from the manifolds??
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-08-2018, 11:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 716
Posted By Jake_92RS

How to get rid of this ugly *** clutter in my engine bay?

So I think these two components are part of the AIR smog system, and the Heater Control valve for the heater core. Can anyone confirm and let me know how how to remove it so I can free up engine bay...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-04-2017, 12:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 421
Posted By Jake_92RS

Engine Block protection

I finally invested in a 250 block, but am still collecting parts before I get it prepped at a machine shop. Nearly the whole thing is painted black except for internals (cylinder walls, lifter bores,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-09-2017, 11:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 321
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Engine Build Part List

Think I should up that carb to a 750?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-09-2017, 04:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 321
Posted By Jake_92RS

Engine Build Part List

So I'm putting together a plan and want some input. I want to get a guestimate on what kind of horsepower I can expect from this combination of engine parts.

3970010 350 bored .060, stroke 3.75 ;...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-04-2016, 04:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 440
Posted By Jake_92RS

What Size air cleaner for sbc?

So I'm building a 383, and I was curious as to what size and base type of air cleaner would be clear of the distributor and the stock hood of 92 camaro. The intake manifold I am interested in using...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-03-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,327
Posted By Jake_92RS

Lower Assembly Build sheet

I was hoping some of you guys could give some input on the cam selection on my lower assembly for a 383 stroker build I'm doing for my 92 Camaro. My Camaro has the stock 700R4 and the stock 2.73...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-03-2016, 04:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 432
Posted By Jake_92RS

I finally got my engine block!

So, I finally got that first piece of the adventure that is building an engine. Casting#: 3970010 w/ 4 bolt mains. Looks to be a pretty solid starter, especially when I picked it up for $125. Now the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-28-2015, 06:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,954
Posted By Jake_92RS

Throttle Body 350

So I have a lead on a throttle body 350 out of an 80s truck thats a 4 bolt. Does this engine have the same block as a first gen SBC? Can it be run on a carburetor? Thanks guys, give me all the info...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-17-2015, 04:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,558
Posted By Jake_92RS

Camshafts and Torque Converters

So just for general knowledge, if a camshaft rated at an rpm rang of 1000rpm-5000rpm, you would want a stall converter designed to lock at 1000rpm to math the camshaft so the engine will be able to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-14-2015, 03:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 69,697
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: 350 and 305

Every one always says to get the ECM performance tuned on the L03, but that technology is a dying breed, and it is dying very quickly. I had to call a bunch of different shops to find someone that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-14-2015, 03:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 69,697
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: 350 and 305

Thanks man! That's exactly what I needed! Now if only there was a shop around where I live that did performance tunes on the stupid ECM.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-14-2015, 02:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 69,697
Posted By Jake_92RS

350 and 305

I know the L03 305 engines had a small bore diameter than the 350's did by about .4". A 350 block will have a 4" bore and a 305 L03 will have a 3.6" bore, approximately. But other than that are the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-10-2015, 11:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,031
Posted By Jake_92RS

Tuned Port Intake Question

I was interested on putting a tuned port air intake on an engine build I would like to do sometime in the future, but am unfamiliar with it. I was curious as to whether or not this type of intake and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-25-2015, 03:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By Jake_92RS

Flat Tappet Vs Roller Cams

I just had a pretty simple question about the cams mentioned in the title. I was curious what the prerequisites are for an engine to be compatible with a roller cam vs flat tappet cam. I plan on...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-22-2015, 10:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,028
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Finally Planning the build!

LS motor does sound nice, lol. But I find it hard to believe I can get one for $350, especially in Nebraska. You're definitely right on all accounts too, I would rather have a 350, and I want one so...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2015, 11:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,028
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Finally Planning the build!

I don't like working with the ECM. I prefer straight up mechanical.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2015, 12:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,028
Posted By Jake_92RS

Finally Planning the build!

So my buddy just did an engine swap in his '84 Camaro, and has his old 305 just sitting on an engine stand waiting to be torn apart and rebuilt to be a beastly little 305 that would go nicely inside...
Forum: DFI and ECM
12-18-2014, 11:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 794
Posted By Jake_92RS

LO3 tuning

Does anyone have a performance tune for the LO3 305 engine and its before and after results? Thanks!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-07-2014, 02:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,912
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Differential and gear swap question

I actually plan on doing a complete engine swap; A gen I 350 sbc.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-30-2014, 01:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,912
Posted By Jake_92RS

Differential and gear swap question

Is there a good limited slip differential that I can swap in to my 92 Camaro RS w/ 305 and put a 3.73 gear ratio on as a direct fit? Right now it has the stock 2.73 gears and open carrier. Thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-06-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,576
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Good first car for me?

I got my first Camaro when I was 15. I still have it today and I'm in college now. They are a fun car to have, and can be a good first car, but you have to be ready to want to put in some TLC so it...
Forum: Signature Pictures and PhotoShop Requests
10-26-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,014
Posted By Jake_92RS

Could someone turn this pic into a sig for me?

342509 (http://s951.photobucket.com/user/JMphotography95/media/camarosig_zps43b6eca0.jpg.html)

Feel free to be creative and make a couple different copies if you choose to do so, I'll choose my...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-09-2013, 03:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 478
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: CAMSHAFT, WILL IT WORK?

Yeah I noticed that and then I felt stupid. lol. But still, I'm looking for a pretty aggressive cam that will be a good street performance and drive-ability, for a 350 sbc, preferably on a stock TC,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-08-2013, 12:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 478
Posted By Jake_92RS

CAMSHAFT, WILL IT WORK?

Say I wanted to buy a comp cam for my carbureted 350 that is a hydraulic roller cam with a 110 degree lobe sep and a rpm operation range of 1900 - 5400, is it absolutely necessary to buy a stall...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2013, 09:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,271
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Possible solution to open element installation?

Wouldn't I be improving by replacing a single snorkel with an open element? :confused:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,271
Posted By Jake_92RS

Possible solution to open element installation?

So a while back I had purchased an open element air cleaner with a 1.5" dropped base for my 92 Camaro RS with the LO3 V8 engine and TBI unit. It was a 14x3" air cleaner. It was kind of a double edged...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2013, 07:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,049
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Post your engine pictures!

I am in love with this thread post, keep on posting your engines! :D
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-01-2013, 03:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 405
Posted By Jake_92RS

Engine Swap Question

So I have a 1992 Camaro that I'm planning on doing an engine build with. It currently has the LO3 305 V8, and I want to build a 350 out of a genI sbc. I have a basic idea of what i want and need but...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2013, 03:23 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,049
Posted By Jake_92RS

Post your engine pictures!

Hi guys, so if you have read any of my previous posts you probably know that I am trying to plan an engine build, and right now I'm looking for some dress up inspiration. I have a basic idea of what...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-24-2013, 12:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,138
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Really need some advice before I start dumping cash.

So is it required to have a used engine block machined or no? What would make an engine block need to be machined?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2013, 11:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,138
Posted By Jake_92RS

Really need some advice before I start dumping cash.

Hey guys, I had one simple question for you.

Knowing most of you probably have more experience than me, I was just wondering if a used bare GM 350 engine block is generally reliable for a rebuild,...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-22-2013, 05:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 799
Posted By Jake_92RS

Planning for my GM 350 build for my 92 RS

Hi, so I'm just starting college, and thanks to loans and various other methods of paying for it, I think I am going to be able to manage being able to build my very own 350 engine for my Camaro.
...
Forum: Signature Pictures and PhotoShop Requests
09-18-2013, 11:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 896
Posted By Jake_92RS

Can i get a new paint job photoshopped on here?

Could someone give my car a new or touch up paint job, and black headlight buckets? Thanks! :D343576 (http://s951.photobucket.com/user/JMphotography95/media/photo-3_zps6450fa3e.jpg.html)
Forum: Exhaust
09-04-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 721
Posted By Jake_92RS

a good header option?

So I have been looking around for some headers and I ran across these:

http://www.jegs.com/i/Hedman/500/68481/10002/-1

I was wondering if anybody else though these would be a good option for a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-30-2013, 11:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,273
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: No June COTM?

People were being jerks online about each others' cars weren't they? If so, that sucks because it took a lot of fun out of the website and what a lot of people look forward to seeing and reading...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-30-2013, 01:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,273
Posted By Jake_92RS

No June COTM?

What happened to the cotm??? I always look forward to seeing them. :/
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-26-2013, 10:55 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,700
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Story of a Hail Storm. Tragic.

It may just be an RS.. But it's my RS, that me a 17 year old kid who just graduated from high school bought his junior year, and I can promise you when I'm done with it, it might not be as fast as...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-24-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,700
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Story of a Hail Storm. Tragic.

So an update to anyone who cares.

My friend Nate told me his dad owned a body shop. I took it in to him and had him look at it. He told me he could replace the hood, fix the fenders, fix the roof...
Forum: TBI
05-14-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,103
Posted By Jake_92RS

Re: Open Element Air Filter

If you can rig that air cleaner to fit, let me know how you did. When I tried to put mine on, it rubbed the ignition coil wires, and if i raised it up any higher it touched the hood, and the parts...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-10-2013, 12:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 353
Posted By Jake_92RS

Please help me find a part.

I need to know what size/type of open element air cleaner will fit on my 1992 Camaro RS's 305. I have read swaps from single snorkel to open element really reduce how choked up the intake is, I just...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-24-2013, 07:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 641
Posted By Jake_92RS

Wheel paint code

What is the paint code for the 1987 IROC wheels with the black paint? thanks
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