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Forum: TBI
09-29-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,043
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: Tuning with the EBL on TBI

Thanks Rob.

Since Dad is still being stubborn to listen to knowledgeable EFI folks, I have to tell the EBL to run 18 base but not go over 35 full throttle. As for the VE Learns, it will depend on...
Forum: TBI
09-27-2017, 09:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,043
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Tuning with the EBL on TBI

Hey folks, I'd like some help. I have a mild built 350, mild flat tappet cam, stock swirl port heads, intake and throttle body. The injectors are 305 injectors. My dad set the timing to 18° (he...
Forum: Members Firebirds
07-14-2013, 10:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,113
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: My Frankenstein... 1985 Trans Am

Well the car didn't have that many holes in the floor pans but my dad did patch this hole in the driver side...

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Forum: Members Firebirds
07-13-2013, 01:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,113
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

My Frankenstein... 1985 Trans Am

This car has been completely restored from ground but we still left some original parts on it, such as rear diff, the whole bone stock suspension (sadly the struts and shocks are bad so my car rides...
Forum: TBI
06-14-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,216
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: What is the normal RPM idle for TBI?

305s are supposed to idle at between 500 and 750rpm, If it is idling at 1200rpm when it's warm, that's too high. There's the idle screw on the driver side of the throttle body.
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Forum: TBI
06-14-2013, 03:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,216
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: What is the normal RPM idle for TBI?

The fuel pump is the stock 305 TBI pump. Didn't change the computer. But we did change the throttle body. My dad got the 350 Throttle Body out of a di9fferent 350. I'm afraid to lose power by setting...
Forum: TBI
06-13-2013, 03:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,216
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: What is the normal RPM idle for TBI?

Actually I didn't set the timing, my father did. He adjusted the timing with person holding the brake, dad under the hood holding the throttle and turning the distributor up. But I never saw him...
Forum: Body
06-08-2013, 12:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,365
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: Repaint of my Iroc

Beautiful!!! :thumbsup:
Forum: TBI
06-07-2013, 11:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 20,216
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

What is the normal RPM idle for TBI?

Hey guys, I am curious about the idle of my TBI. I had a tired roller 305TBI from the 1991 Caprice (the 305 with the missing air cleaner.) Normally it idles at 750rpm, which is not to bad for a worn...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-07-2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,616
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

It's actually amusing when my father tells me "Your car does look like a Trans Am, just ricified" Haha :lmao:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-07-2013, 04:51 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,616
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

I know you'd probably won't believe this but I've been in my dad's car which is the 1984 Trans Am with the 85 305TPI, 700R4 and 3.73 that had the same wing I have. my dad took me for a ride in it and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-07-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,616
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

The open high speed lane is when attempted to get up to 130mph. And yes, my car has reached over 130mph. The computer tells me to slow down at 145mph.
Forum: Interior
06-07-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 131,231
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: No doubt a pointless thread, but what's the weirdest thing youv'e found in your c

The weirdest things that has been found during the restoration is finding squirrel bones falling from behind the dash board. Nasty!!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-07-2013, 02:43 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,616
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

It's Aftermarket. Two tier spoiler. Drops the rear end down at 130mph.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-07-2013, 03:49 AM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,616
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

I get asked 'Why the ***** wing?" The comments about my spoiler are annoying and old.
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-19-2012, 07:14 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 37,143
Posted By CharlesDeCapua

Re: My 1986 Firebird. LT1 Swap Project

Very good idea to put an LT1 in her. LT1s are very good engines.
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