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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-29-2018, 11:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 952
Posted By gbettner

Re: 96 355 vortec stock crank w/2bolt mains max rpm?

oil pan changed! Gonna finish it up tomorrow but may run to town open headers to see if I get pulled over first!:nod:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-24-2018, 06:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,036
Posted By gbettner

Re: Rear axle gear ratio change

DMCCAIN, Hi, would you by chance have the part #'s or details for the drive and driven gears you bought? I'm trying to come up with the right 2 gears with 3:73 gears and it's a little confusing.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2018, 08:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 952
Posted By gbettner

Re: 96 355 vortec stock crank w/2bolt mains max rpm?

Well I feel a little dumb but great news.............

Originally on last drive I was doing a WOT from dead stop and O2 sensor blew out of header ( only about 1/2 a turn in there with boogered...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2018, 11:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 952
Posted By gbettner

96 355 vortec stock crank w/2bolt mains max rpm?

Hi guys, been a long time....... think I spun a bearing on my vortec build. I over revved it on full pulls w/tach hitting up to 7,300-7,500 several times. I assume that's too much for stock internals...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
01-12-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,076
Posted By gbettner

Re: HSR Vortec non-polished unavailable?

The holes are at different angles and I believe the ports don't match up very good.

I know a guy that wallered out the holes with a drill and made it work but I wouldn't recommend it. The...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-30-2016, 07:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,449
Posted By gbettner

Re: Identify my noise

Did you understand what I said in previous post? Were you able to eliminate that possibility of wrong size drive gear? Is there metal shavings on drive gear?
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
12-29-2016, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,076
Posted By gbettner

Re: HSR Vortec non-polished unavailable?

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/WND-7540/




Edit, nevermind, that's not vortec, sorry. I'll look for my part # I got a couple years ago.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-19-2016, 07:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 704
Posted By gbettner

Re: 7730 ecm mounting bracket

Yes, thanks beths91 and firebirddude but Brian found one as stated above.


Thanks very much for going to the trouble though!


And thanks Brian!
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-12-2016, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 704
Posted By gbettner

Re: 7730 ecm mounting bracket

Thank you let me know how much you need shipped to 6495 W. Range Rd., Boggstown, IN 46110
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
11-30-2016, 09:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 704
Posted By gbettner

7730 ecm mounting bracket

I converted an 89 TBI harness/ecm to a 90-92 speed density 7730 ECM. The mounting brackets are different. If you have one I'd like to buy it. Thanks
Forum: DFI and ECM
11-21-2016, 08:52 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 31,119
Posted By gbettner

Re: This forum is lucky to have tunedperformance

I can't praise Brian enough, especially after this past week........


I've been in need of a proper tune for years now. After completion of my engine build Brian sent me a tune, It never would...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-17-2016, 07:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,114
Posted By gbettner

fuel pressure regulator vacuum test

I was checking my cheap adjustable FPR to make sure it wasn't leaking gas into vacuum line since I'm having idle issues and noticed when I hooked up my vacuum pump I couldn;t get it to hold pressure,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-17-2016, 10:08 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,449
Posted By gbettner

Re: Identify my noise

I've grabbed a "chevy 350 starter" out of my parts pile before and had issues. Come to find out there are some with 9 tooth drive gears and some with 11 tooth drive gears. Sounded terrible! Not sure...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-15-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

Good point, I'll get a fresh thread started up with detailed info today or tomorrow.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-14-2016, 07:46 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

I sent datalog to tuner, he thinks it's a fault other than tune. I bumped up FP from 50psi to 60 psi, got a little better but still has idle issue. I put in an old tune from Brian Shoiak and it idled...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-10-2016, 09:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,584
Posted By gbettner

Re: Setting Initial Timing options 730 ecm

This is a good read for me, thanks guys. Most of it is over my head but one part helps a bunch. I'm unsure of my base timing. I do know that it starts good cold but struggles / jerky / won't hardly...
Forum: DFI and ECM
11-10-2016, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 929
Posted By gbettner

Re: O2 sensor advice needed

Well thanks for the responses but I'm just now seeing them. Must have missed the notifications.
Anyways, I found a kit on ebay to convert a standard one wire O2 to a heated 3 wire O2. Came with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-10-2016, 06:47 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

Well I'm SOOOOOOOOO close, it's running and driving, hauls *** and hooks hard when I pour the coal to it, datalogs are good and tune would be complete other than 1 issue that won't go away..............
Forum: DFI and ECM
11-02-2016, 05:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 929
Posted By gbettner

O2 sensor advice needed

Hello everyone, I have a pretty urgent issue I have to figure out.

I keep getting lean datalogs. I have a 90-92 speed density setup 7730 ecm, I converted my 89 TBI harness to a TPI speed...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

Looks like I ended up at 7.400 on length. New tune and injectors just came in the mail, I'll be spending some quality time with my Iroc again this weekend!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-21-2016, 08:49 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

MrWillys has has really went above and beyond helping me out. I unfortunately had to switch tuners from Brian originally. Brian has been great to me and I hope his health is ok since I facebook...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-21-2016, 05:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,773
Posted By gbettner

Good barely used set of 22lb Bosch 3 injectors

Datalog revealed I'm way lean. Tuner recommended upgrading to 24lb injectors so my 22lb set from southbay injectors is up for grabs. They have been installed for about a year and seen maybe a couple...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-19-2016, 05:48 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

I finally got a datalog! I tried attaching file but I don't know if it worked. Final tune is in sight as soon as tuner gets back with me!
Forum: DIY PROM
09-11-2016, 10:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,109
Posted By gbettner

Re: TunerPro RT Datalogging

Yes I am
Forum: DIY PROM
09-11-2016, 10:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,109
Posted By gbettner

Re: TunerPro RT Datalogging

No, I didn't do anything with bin files. I am only looking to datalog, no tuning. The tutorial I watched said not to mess with bin files if just data streaming.
I may have misunderstood something...
Forum: DIY PROM
09-11-2016, 09:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,109
Posted By gbettner

Re: TunerPro RT Datalogging

Yes, I know the definition file I need. I select it, save it, but when I open tunerpro RT and try to select it after saving, nothing happens.
Forum: DIY PROM
09-11-2016, 09:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,109
Posted By gbettner

Re: TunerPro RT Datalogging

I converted my 89 TBI harness to speed density and running a 7730 ecm
Forum: DIY PROM
09-11-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,109
Posted By gbettner

Re: TunerPro RT Datalogging

Scott, I'm a customer from several months back. I spent months trying to download datamaster on my old windows 7 laptop with no luck so I could give you a datalog of your tune so we can get it dialed...
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-08-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By gbettner

Re: Datamaster "problem with shortcut" message

Yes, I had Scott Hansen do the last tune since tuned performance was having health issues. Thanks for the info man! I'll email him tomorrow.
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-08-2016, 08:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By gbettner

Re: Datamaster "problem with shortcut" message

Well, 5 months later and I just bought a fresh windows 10 laptop for the sole purpose of downloading datamaster so I can data log my IROC. Now the above link no longer exists and the if I google it...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-18-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By gbettner

Re: Datamaster "problem with shortcut" message

Well that didn't work, I did as you said and finally got through install but if I click on datamaster icon afterwards I'm getting that dang "problem with shortcut " window again.


Thanks for...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-18-2016, 09:17 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

Got er out on the road for a few hell runs. Very pleased with first run. This thing will haul! Needs some tweeking still but it's very close. Even with the 10" EDGE stall converter I can spin tires...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-18-2016, 06:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By gbettner

Re: Datamaster "problem with shortcut" message

Thanks, I just noticed this post. I'll try it as soon as I get home and let you know.


I appreciate the help thtanner.


Also thanks L98_383 but the guy that did my tune insisted on...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-16-2016, 05:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By gbettner

Re: Datamaster "problem with shortcut" message

I was trying the TTS datamaster website link, I tried your tunercat link, it acts a little different but still doesn't work. AVG pops up some alert, if I click "fix the problem it" ceases the...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-15-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By gbettner

Re: Datamaster "problem with shortcut" message

What's step 4? haha


I uninstalled Norton on laptop and desktop, replaced with avg free version, restarted, scanned, uninstalled datamaster and redownloaded on both. I still get error messages...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-14-2016, 10:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By gbettner

Datamaster "problem with shortcut" message

Tried over and over to download datamaster on my windows 7 laptop, even after fresh windows updates I can't get it to work. One weird thing I noticed is my Norton antivirus pops up some message that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2016, 01:44 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

I added a new set of headers, and an adjustable FPR to get my injector pressure up to 48 PSI. I Feel like a complete dumbass cause I finally uncovered a huge problem, probably the reason none of the...
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-09-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 503
Posted By gbettner

Need help with Datamaster

I hate to be another guy begging for help but I'm not having any luck getting my laptop to connect to my ECM. If anyone could help me out I would appreciate it.


Quick rundown of my setup.......
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-20-2016, 01:01 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

Trying to get this thing done once and for all. Gathering everything possible to get this done.

New headers ( to eliminate leaks )
Actron OBD1 scanner
Air/fuel ratio meter ( suggested by...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-20-2016, 11:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 492
Posted By gbettner

Re: tuning service needed

Thanks 86LG4Bird! I'll let you know what I come up with.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-11-2016, 06:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 492
Posted By gbettner

tuning service needed

Hi all, long time member but been dormant for awhile.


Not sure if this is the right section to post this in so sorry if not.....


Did a major restoration on an 89 Iroc and built a nasty...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-28-2015, 05:31 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

TP got ahold of me and we're REAL close to getting this thing done! I have a friend who says he can datalog for me this weekend too.
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-28-2015, 05:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,058
Posted By gbettner

Re: Can't get OBD1 flash codes

FYI,for future "searchers" turns out the Memcal was the issue, threw another one in and started working.
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-15-2015, 02:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,058
Posted By gbettner

Re: Can't get OBD1 flash codes

What's the diagnosis on the 94-95's that do it out of curiosity?
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-15-2015, 12:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,058
Posted By gbettner

Can't get OBD1 flash codes

Hi all, I have a solid check engine light. Tried crossing A&B terminals to flash the codes and computer doesn't seem to be responding. CEL just stays on steady and doesn't go into diagnostic mode...
Forum: DFI and ECM
12-09-2014, 05:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,020
Posted By gbettner

Re: Stumped on datalogging

Thanks Stroker but I have a company issued flip phone that doesn't even have text.
Forum: DFI and ECM
12-07-2014, 04:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,020
Posted By gbettner

Stumped on datalogging

Copied and pasted below off my old build thread since it didn't get any responses......


Hi all, I've been away and off the forum for a long time (REALLY BUSY). I've had my Iroc sitting for 6...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-11-2014, 06:05 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 27,079
Posted By gbettner

Re: 350 Vortec build thread

Hi all, I've been away and off the forum for a long time (REALLY BUSY). I've had my Iroc sitting for 6 months now and don't know what else to do at this point. I got a laptop, a Moates ALDL cable,...
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