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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2015, 11:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 773
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: goofy thought - throwing in a transfer case

Now checking that link, '71 chevelle is a full steel framed car. So it would be allot easier to work with.

As for an awd/2-4wd unibody car....That would propose a few issues..feasible but not...
Forum: Power Adders
04-07-2015, 04:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,164
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Rear mount turbo. Tpi

GTASammy...That ones just looks Bleepin sick.

but I think everyones set ups, reguardless are sweet.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2015, 03:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,706
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: pondering...305 idears

Fast355- my point was made in relation to this comment. Which any descent engine builder with knowledge of geometry knows is false.

Second, early I made my point or a statement about all variables...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2015, 03:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,706
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: pondering...305 idears

First off I'm not gonna hijack a thread any farther beyond this. But just to prove a point.
However, if you want to understand how angle milling a cylinder head, can actually change the geometrics...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2015, 02:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 821
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: tune up parts lets hear what you use

Well if you do your homework...You'd find out that Ac Delco and NGK are actually owned by the same company...Spark Plug wise...Their almost identical plug/wire technology.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2015, 03:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 821
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: tune up parts lets hear what you use

cap / rotor..Generally anything with brass/copper terminals..Better conductivity.

Wires-Low resistance usually 500ohm/ft or less..Preferably cut to fit, (Equal length based on farthest plug and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2015, 11:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,706
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: pondering...305 idears

Just because you haven't done it, or because someone hasn't made it known that he did it..
Doesn't mean it can't be done.
Machine shops won't do it..And yes they actually can if they wanted...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-03-2015, 09:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,706
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: pondering...305 idears

Be weary of those who talk softly, for they carry a big stick.

As far as valve angles....Reality is this. if nothing else changes, just the valve angle, then what actually changes?
Most...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-03-2015, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 563
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: skipping, surging, sporatic idle

I redid the 02 sensor and wiring..It looked like it was shorting out.
I erased the codes and codes 22/45 came back.

I rechecked the TPS its still set at .56 and no dead spots...

So now I...
Forum: Northern Great Plains and Rocky Mountain
03-25-2015, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 804
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: COLORADO Has no T5. or T56. or camaros

You can find t56 here and their, mainly in the Springs/denver areas...But for the most part, when it comes to 3rd gen parts, its literally hit an miss...Craigslist and tgo is your best bets.
Forum: Northern Great Plains and Rocky Mountain
03-25-2015, 10:39 AM
Replies: 322
Views: 15,317
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Colorado Roll Call.

Well, mine is nothing to look at, just an old runned down bird..But running known the less.
I've seen better looking cars at upap than what I drive.
Of course, wally mart doesn't exactely pay...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-26-2015, 05:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 563
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: skipping, surging, sporatic idle

Plugs wires cap and rotor were replaced about 5k ago. Just a routine I follow with every car I own.

Erasing codes is defiantely something I gotta do.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-26-2015, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 563
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

skipping, surging, sporatic idle

So now I have this peculiar issue...
I have a skipping no power issue... So here is all that I've noticed:

-Startup with intermittent skip..
-after running for a few minutes skip always happens....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-19-2015, 06:45 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,706
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: pondering...305 idears

IMHO..
Whatever your going to do to your 305....Just make sure that its "transferable" to a 350....Should you ever decide to go that way...This way your Investment isn't totally lost and salable if...
Forum: Body
02-10-2015, 10:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,012
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Odd Firebird Body Kit

Well the lights they got something there...I mean look at how many ppl are trying to make lights that dont go up and down. So that idea should be embraced by the firebirders.

I would definately...
Forum: History / Originality
02-10-2015, 10:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,094
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Found this article featuring the GTA

Now statements about chrysler weren't accurate. Chrysler was playing with turbo 4 in the early 80s'. Obviously we forget about the '85 Omni GLH, putting out an impressive 146 hp, 168 lb-ft, 122...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-10-2015, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,641
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: rear window louver hardware

Sooooooooooo...If this infamous hardware is soooo hard to come by...Why hasn't anyone on this forum either replicated them or take and sell the specks to make their own???

Just seems like a very...
Forum: Body
02-09-2015, 01:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 14,012
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Odd Firebird Body Kit

That is definately a unique looking kit....Trying to replicate Ferrari and the like to me.

The mirrors are common I believe, as mine are identical to those. Spoiler is not common, I bet if they...
Forum: History / Originality
02-08-2015, 10:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,099
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: GTA option? Who to go to?

The only 3 peculiarities that made me question the authenticity of its status was, the map pocket has a gold bird and performance suspension embroidered on it, (This is ok for later model gtas', not...
Forum: History / Originality
02-07-2015, 01:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,099
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: GTA option? Who to go to?

I've been there, but, there are too many ways to make these cars appear to be what their not.

My goal is to find out if its an authentic GTA. If not, then I see little reason to sink any money...
Forum: Northern Great Plains and Rocky Mountain
02-07-2015, 10:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,835
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Someone in Colorado has my old car!

I don't own it but I have seen it on occasion. I drive to and from fountain on a regular basis, as I work there.

I have a couple years ago seen a teal 3rd gen out in monument also (That one was a...
Forum: History / Originality
02-07-2015, 10:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,099
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

GTA option? Who to go to?

I was curious, does anyone know who to go through to get the rpo stickers? Or anything that would tell me if I actually have a "gta"?

I know PHS does not do this for cars as new as mine. I can't...
Forum: TPI
02-04-2015, 02:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,019
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: make my 305 faster?

I do have to agree with a few members on here.
Quick and fast are not the same thing:
Fast- top speed determinate by engine rpm, gearing ratios and tire diameter
Quick-acceleration rate
All...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-30-2015, 10:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 778
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Alternator accessory Bracket

When I took everything off, I noticed that only two bolts were in place out of the 5 that hold it. One of the 5 the bolt was broke off in the block. another was so close to the water pump, that even...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-21-2015, 10:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 647
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: T5 Ripper shifter

Ok I'm slightly naive on this one...but is this shifter anything like a short throw?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-18-2015, 09:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 778
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Alternator accessory Bracket

Formula1le, my stock bracket looks like the top one in john in RI, post. With the two holes near the alternator mount.

So I don't think there is a difference now that he posted up better picks...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-18-2015, 11:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 778
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Alternator accessory Bracket

I would prefer the F-Body brackets AKA TPI brackets
Sooooooo gentlmen, My zip code is 80907.

So send me a PM with your prices including shipping.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-17-2015, 04:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 778
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Alternator accessory Bracket

Ok John in RI....Curious, why would the actual engine block mounting holes be different? Its the same corporate engine block.

Sooooooo Does anyone have any info on as to why there is a difference?...
Forum: Exhaust
01-17-2015, 10:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,661
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: exhaust pipe bender

I've seen allot of DIY mandrel benders..Even one made out of plywood and a rachet handle.. Built under similiar principles as the manual cable rachet winch.
The hardest part is finding the dies and...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-17-2015, 10:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 778
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Alternator accessory Bracket

From what I noticed with the brackets there are differences in mounting hole locations. Tbi and tpi lower holes are the same, however the upper two mounting holes and alternator holes are different....
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-16-2015, 11:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 778
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Alternator accessory Bracket

wwe442, I believe the bracket I need most, the drivers side, is in fact different. Primarily the alternator bolt holes.
Tpi-...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-14-2015, 10:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 778
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Alternator accessory Bracket

If any one has one, I'm in need of the alternator accessory bracket, any support braces needed for it, and possibly all bolts, This would be for a TPI.

Mine snapped off, Upon inspection it was...
Forum: TPI
12-15-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,034
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Vortec Heads on a stock 305 tpi

There is a kit, by who, I cannot remember. All it is, is an egr relocation kit. Which you can do by yourself one. There are two ways to do it.

You have to drill into your exhaust and tap it/weld...
Forum: Body
12-15-2013, 12:01 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 12,771
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: REAR BUMPER SHAVE

******* it KBD. Get some pvc poles, a plastic tarp, a good space heater, a box fan; assemble a rectangle and have at that painting in the front yard. LMAO
Forum: Body
12-08-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 12,771
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: REAR BUMPER SHAVE

Only thing that I could see, is that you lacked the width across the back to make the cut down bumper guard fit.
I would have just removed the rectangle section with the pontiac impression.
Split...
Forum: TPI
12-08-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,034
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Vortec Heads on a stock 305 tpi

Scroggy dickens is the only long tube tpi base that will bolt to vortec heads. They are specifically made for that application.

There's some serious differences between coolant ports, bolt hole...
Forum: TPI
11-16-2013, 12:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,034
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: Vortec Heads on a stock 305 tpi

I would factor in screw in rocker studs. Then use the rockers out of and LS series motor, they are 1.7:1.

You may want to consider reinforcing the trunion, or have a new trunion shaft made to...
Forum: Body
11-15-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 13,226
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: FRONT BUMPER FIREMARO GRAFTING

KBD85... Got an idea for ya....I remember seeing an older Grand Prix with 3/4" or 1" chrome bars mounted vertically in the same area as your open mesh...It made the Grand Prix look very similiar to a...
Forum: Body
11-13-2013, 06:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,277
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: 1989 Trans Am GTA Worth $1800? **Update w/ New pics**

To me this a botch job of selling a gta, something ain't right here.

as far as that gta, there are a few things that seem very off... The Front fenders have the ta scoop behind the wheel and are...
Forum: Body
11-13-2013, 04:23 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 13,226
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: FRONT BUMPER FIREMARO GRAFTING

when I saw that painted....It screamed to Monte Carlo SS. Its so similiar. jUst do a google search for monte carlo ss.

I'm by no means knocking it, it looks awsomely original. Just at a quick...
Forum: Electronics
11-13-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: starter relay?

The ign switch was the issue.I took it off, tore it apart cleaned everything, tested it and put it back on.
These are easily rebuildable units. took a total of about 40 min, pliers, flat head,...
Forum: Electronics
11-11-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: starter relay?

As far as vats, I honestly wouldn't know what I was looking for as an indication of that being in the car. A window sticker says its there, but the key doesn't have the chip in it.

If there is a...
Forum: Electronics
11-11-2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: starter relay?

Off of that relay is the wiring and as far as I have checked. There is no power, run or start and all I don't know is where are the wires suppose to run too?

where do those wires route to? I...
Forum: Electronics
11-11-2013, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: starter relay?

Off of that relay is the wiring and as far as I have checked. There is no power, run or start and all I don't know is where are the wires suppose to run too?

where do those wires route to? I have...
Forum: Electronics
11-11-2013, 11:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: starter relay?

In the previous post, the upper relay, none of those wires have power. Now according to my haynes manual, there is not even suppose to be a starter relay? However I do not know where all those wires...
Forum: Electronics
11-11-2013, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

starter relay?

Ok this post will be couple long.

Ok so I came out to start my car, was running fine...Nothing no click, nothing. Everything powered up as suck, but wouldn't start.

Now I've searched here,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-09-2013, 02:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 869
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

bolt in sfc?

Even witht he search option, I can't seem to find what I'm looking for.

I was considering highly to make my own inner/outer sfcs' with attachments.
However I can't seem to find any pics or vids...
Forum: TPI
03-11-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,144
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: ram jet cam for 305

When everyone looks for camshafts they always over look the stock cam or they overlook the specs used on performance cams.
One of the most important things to look at is the lift and what the RR...
Forum: DFI and ECM
01-31-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 879
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: chips???

Now whats written on the chip.

SN# 610 9737 (PROM@12.5V)
HYPERTECH(C) '88
PT# 228 852

All pics that I can post are up on this and the message before it.
Forum: DFI and ECM
01-31-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 879
Posted By Mystyk_Wynds

Re: chips???

tuned - I wouldn't know what any of that greek is.

Also there is some logic here that is missing. First I only have one chip. The one in the car, so rendering my daily driver inoperable is not...
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