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Forum: Carburetors
08-07-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,304
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Idle issues

Well I got the dwell to read between 25 and 35 degrees. The problem was I used the stop screw on the throttle linkage to keep the throttle open and if I read correctly the idle system works only when...
Forum: Carburetors
08-05-2012, 10:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,304
Posted By Big Matt

Idle issues

I just rebuilt my 305 L69 engine, will be using a CCC quadrajet. I also swapped in a bigger cam (Comp Cams XE268H). I did the 30 minute break in process at 2000-2500rpms and it went fine. When I let...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-01-2012, 11:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,266
Posted By Big Matt

Freeze plug leak

Well I had a leak in one of the freeze plugs on the back of the engine so I dropped the transmission and pulled out the freeze plug. I found a good size notch in the block where the plug seals...
Forum: Cooling
07-24-2012, 08:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 22,027
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Fan Switch

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/parts/Duralast-Cooling-Fan-Switch-Radiator/_/N-91shf?itemIdentifier=103831_0_0_

Shows up here for $31.99 :huh:
Forum: Cooling
07-24-2012, 08:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 22,027
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Fan Switch

Thanks for all the replies guys! I sent drjewalton a PM about that fan switch. I think 185-200 is a better temp range then the one I was looking at right? Would this paired with a 180* thermostat...
Forum: Cooling
07-23-2012, 04:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 22,027
Posted By Big Matt

Fan Switch

I'm looking for a new fan switch for my carb'd 305 engine. The one I have now turns the fans on around 240* and off around 220*. I'm looking to lower the temperature and I'm wondering what...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-14-2012, 03:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,648
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Exhaust Valve Seals

Thanks for all the help guys. I will be using the stock type o-rings that go under the retainer just because I have them. Now hopefully I can put these heads together and feel safe that there won't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-14-2012, 12:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,648
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Exhaust Valve Seals

Thanks for the input guys!

I'm probably going to run without the seals on the exhaust valves and just pray that I don't have problems. I don't mind burning a bit of oil on startup, just as long as...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-12-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,648
Posted By Big Matt

Exhaust Valve Seals

So I'm in the process of rebuilding my 305 engine and I've ran into a few issues. I bought an XE268 camshaft from COMP Cams (http://www.compcams.com/Company/CC/cam-specs/Details.aspx?csid=86&sb=2)...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-10-2012, 08:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,400
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Where's the oil sending unit?

I believe it attaches to the top of the engine block just behind the intake manifold and to the right of the distributor.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-10-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 536
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Flywheel

Yeah, thanks for the info, got it resurfaced today and it looks better.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-09-2012, 03:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 536
Posted By Big Matt

Flywheel

I took this flywheel off my stock 305 5 speed. I'm just curious if the wear pattern on here is normal or if something may have caused it. Thanks for any help.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-25-2012, 10:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 572
Posted By Big Matt

Which Gasket Set?

Hey guys,

I finally got around to tearing apart my 305 and I'm stuck on deciding witch gasket set I want to use to rebuild it. The engine leaked oil from just about every gasket before so I wanted...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-29-2012, 03:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 783
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Is this a limited slip carrier? (pic)

Yup, it sure looks like a limited slip.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-13-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,500
Posted By Big Matt

Re: June COTM **Nominations**

My nomination goes to BIG_MODS
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-06-2012, 12:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Posi swap

Thank you. Everything matches. I was told that they had to be the exact same gear ratio, but that's not true. I guess who I was talking to didn't know what they were talking about. thanks again :)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-04-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By Big Matt

Posi swap

I just have a quick question.

I grabbed a posi unit out of a car that had 3.42 gears on it and want to put it in my car that has 3.73 gears on it. Will this work? I was told by someone that it...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-01-2012, 04:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 57,732
Posted By Big Matt

Re: posi (limited slip) is just spinning one wheel. So confused.

Maybe your posi is worn out. They don't last forever from what I've been told.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-28-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Junkyard Rearend

I was looking over my limited slip carrier when I noticed a logo on it. I did some research and found out that the logo is from Auburn so that must mean its an Auburn posi. Here is the logo.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-27-2012, 12:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Junkyard Rearend

Haha that looks like the same as mine. I'm no expert though so don't take my word on it.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-26-2012, 10:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Junkyard Rearend

Well I finally got around to pulling it out today, here are some pics.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-25-2012, 01:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Junkyard Rearend

Thanks Alky, what you said is exactly what I'm planning on doing. Hopefully I can get around to doing it tomorrow or the day after. It seems like a long job but I think it's worth it. Thanks again...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2012, 09:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Junkyard Rearend

Well today I went to the junkyard again to take another look at that rear end. While I was there I saw another Camaro there and I popped off the differential cover and found another posi. It looked...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-23-2012, 10:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Junkyard Rearend

My question now is how hard is it to put in a new limited slip? I've done some research but haven't been able to find out too much.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-23-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Junkyard Rearend

Thanks for all the replies :)

In California were I live, (near LA) there are at least 3-4 new third gen camaros/firebirds every week. So I might be able to find another one in better condition....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-22-2012, 06:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,006
Posted By Big Matt

Junkyard Rearend

I've been looking for a new rear end for my 84 camaro. I currently have a 10 bolt with drum brakes, open differential, and 3.73 gears. I'm looking for something with disc brakes, a limited slip, and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2012, 04:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 708
Posted By Big Matt

Screech when starting up

Whenever I start the car, there is this loud screeching noise coming from the engine. I thought it was the belts so I replaced them and it still screeches on start up. Any thoughts on what this could...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2012, 08:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 544
Posted By Big Matt

Re: New guy intro w/Qs about '84s

I paid 1700 for mine, but it all depends on the condition of the car.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2012, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 544
Posted By Big Matt

Re: New guy intro w/Qs about '84s

The difference between the L69 and the LG4 is the camshaft and the pistons. So they both look identical. The L69 came with a dual snorkel air filter housing that said 5.0 HO on it. The only thing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2012, 12:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 544
Posted By Big Matt

Re: New guy intro w/Qs about '84s

Looks like you're in the exact situation I was in about a month ago. I was looking around for a third gen that was pretty much stock, and I found an 84 305 HO 5 speed completely stock. It ran fine,...
Forum: Exhaust
03-24-2012, 09:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,587
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Cherry Bomb Muffler

It is the Cherry Bomb Pro-7468 Dual offset. Here is a picture.
Forum: Exhaust
03-24-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,587
Posted By Big Matt

Cherry Bomb Muffler

Yesterday I took my Camaro to a muffler shop to get a new catalytic converter. While I was there I let the guy talk me into buying a Cherry Bomb muffler. The old muffler that was on there looked like...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-23-2012, 09:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,486
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Exhaust Smokes

Today I went to a shop to replace my catalytic converter. When the old cat came off it was completely empty (drilled straight through ) and I was unaware it was like this. With the new cat on it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-23-2012, 02:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,486
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Exhaust Smokes

The PCV valve is new and working. I pulled it out and it was smoking very light at idle.

I don't think its coolant steam. I'm going to try replacing the valve stem seals and see if that helps the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-22-2012, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,486
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Exhaust Smokes

The smoke is a white color and it smokes all the time. So it sounds like oil.

Is this something that would prevent me from passing smog?

I checked the pressure of each cylinder and they are...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-22-2012, 09:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,486
Posted By Big Matt

Exhaust Smokes

I have a 1984 305 HO L69 Camaro and I'm working on trying to get it to pass smog in California.

I took a carburetor off another car, rebuilt it, and put in on the Camaro. It was the exact same...
Forum: Carburetors
02-27-2012, 04:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 879
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Carb swap/rebuild?

One of the things wrong with the carburetor is the throttle shaft. It is worn down and loose on the primary and secondary throttles and I read that it should be fixed. I found kits to fix both of...
Forum: Carburetors
02-26-2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 879
Posted By Big Matt

Re: Carb swap/rebuild?

So it seems like I don't have a lot of options.

The main thing I want to know is whether I should rebuild the carb or just buy another one.
Forum: Carburetors
02-26-2012, 01:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 879
Posted By Big Matt

Carb swap/rebuild?

Hey guys,

I recently bought an 84 Z28 305 HO, and I'm trying to get it to pass smog here in California. It runs ok but I think the carb definitely needs to be swapped or rebuilt ( its a...
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