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Forum: V6
05-06-2010, 09:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 959
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Another one bites the dust...

I did pull the e-brake, but it was only good for the last 50 ft. Drum brakes fully locked up don't stop a 3500 lb car very quickly. It's definitely what saved my life though.
Forum: V6
02-20-2010, 05:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,953
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 313 hp full alum 3.1L 60* V6

Thread closed. If I see anyone trying to continue this behavior with a new thread, warnings/bannings will start. Im not going to name names. PM me with problems/questions.
Forum: V6
12-31-2009, 08:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 806
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: performance without proof?

This thread is not specific to third-gen tech and is a little out of control. I am a fan of backing up your claims, but this is going a little too far. I am locking this thread...as always, any...
Forum: V6
12-13-2009, 02:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,499
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Rough Idle That Never Sets Correctly..

Based on the readings that you have from the compression checks, you have multiple cylinders with poorly seating valves. Maybe they are burnt, or maybe they are misadjusted. At this point, I would...
Forum: V6
12-13-2009, 02:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,884
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Free Horsepower?

Yeah, there's no room for human error there. Trust me, you would have to gain some serious HP to knock an entire second off you 0-60 time. That means that you would have knocked, like 2 seconds off...
Forum: V6
12-08-2009, 10:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,884
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Free Horsepower?

No such thing. With the "mods" that you've already done you picked up MAYBE 2 HP. The thought that you missed is that the systems that came on our cars were also pretty much designed for the V8 cars....
Forum: V6
12-08-2009, 12:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 731
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Gauging interest

It sounds to me like you are trying to re-write a haynes manual.
Forum: V6
11-19-2009, 11:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 652
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: how fast

Barely...

:lmao:
Forum: Problems / Help / Suggestions / Comments
11-15-2009, 12:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 451
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Would like to hold a raffel for a turbo header

unfortunately, the rules for being a mod is that we are not allowed to help/advertise, or in any other way support an outside business. I wish I could help, as I think that this is a good way for you...
Forum: V6
11-08-2009, 10:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 938
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Loosining Distributor for timing?

If you have the timing set correctly, then why would you need to change it again? If you keep having to play with it, something else is wrong.

I don't understand why you feel that you need to...
Forum: V6
10-25-2009, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 803
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 3.8l v6

There is a sticky at the top of the page concerning engine swaps that answers this question....
Forum: V6
10-24-2009, 01:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 959
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Another one bites the dust...

No, I don't think that I'll be buying another one anytime soon. Maybe at some point in the future as a true project, but right now...no.

my wife and I are trying to start a family and I'll need...
Forum: V6
10-22-2009, 10:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 959
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Another one bites the dust...

The legal fault is all on me. The brakes failed and I blew through a stop sign. Technically, it was just an equipment failure at a BAD time. So there was really nothing I could do about it. It was a...
Forum: V6
10-22-2009, 08:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,112
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: code 34 high idle

BINGO! :iagree:
Forum: V6
10-22-2009, 08:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 959
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Another one bites the dust...

Sorry man...car's already gone. I didn't want to have to keep paying for storage on a car that I wasn't about to try and deal with. The sad thing is that yesterday when i went to get my personal...
Forum: V6
10-22-2009, 08:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 959
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Another one bites the dust...

Well guys, she served me well for 7 years, now she's off to the crusher. I was going down the road, hit the brakes, got a good first application, then the master cylinder let loose and the pedal went...
Forum: V6
10-19-2009, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,092
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Starting car without Key?

This is super common on all older GM vehicles. The tumbler just wears out and the only fix is to replace the tumbler assembly.
Forum: V6
10-18-2009, 01:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,344
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 88 2.8 V6 non-starter... immobilizer?

I stand corrected. So there you go. It started in 89, which still means that you shouldn't have the system.
Forum: V6
10-17-2009, 01:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,344
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 88 2.8 V6 non-starter... immobilizer?

Bring built for the 1988 model year, your car did not come factory with a built in anti-theft unit or immobilizer. VATS was used on 1990 and up cars with the 3.1L motor. This system used a resistor...
Forum: V6
09-27-2009, 09:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 65,213
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Ignition Modules. What causes them to go bad?

The ICM is actually on the ground side of the coil, not the hot side. A bad ground will NEVER cause failure since high resistance in a ground causes lower amp draw, and nothing EVER dies from too...
Forum: V6
09-27-2009, 08:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 65,213
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Ignition Modules. What causes them to go bad?

You may not have the money for it, but do you have the money to be replacing ICM's every month for the next year??? The bottom line is that if you want to fix the symptom, you need to fix the...
Forum: V6
09-27-2009, 02:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 65,213
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Ignition Modules. What causes them to go bad?

The number one reason that ignition modules go bad is because of heat.

On most of the cars that have a recurring problem with this, they have the original distributor in the car. As the...
Forum: V6
09-21-2009, 01:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,927
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Computer Controlled Timing Adjustment

The ECM can only adjust timing up from the base setting. During different RPM, load, and throttle positions. Say that under a certain load the computer calclates that you need 10 degrees of extra...
Forum: V6
09-13-2009, 12:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,994
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: My '89 Firebird. I have some questions

The RPO decoder on the main page of this site will tell you what each individual RPO code means and you can find the sticker containing this list on the inside of your center console...unless it's...
Forum: V6
09-09-2009, 11:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 634
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: okay everyone im stumped if you have anyideas please share them

what parts did you re-use from the old motor?
Forum: V6
09-07-2009, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 456
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Help Get My Maro Back!

Unfortunately, This is not a legal forum, but a tech forum.

I feel for you and your situation, but your best bet is going to be to contact a lawyer and see what you can do. If you have a tech...
Forum: V6
09-03-2009, 12:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 806
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Is a Mallory 4569201 Unilite Dizzy compatible with a Mallory 6852 Ignition Box?

try getting a hold of the manufacturer. They'll be able to tell you exactly what you need to know.
Forum: V6
09-01-2009, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,650
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: My NOx emissions fail fix 3.1 v6 1991 Camaro

sounds like a lot of wasted work for a NOx failure.Glad to hear you got it to pass though
Forum: V6
08-31-2009, 10:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,030
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Come on People HELP a fellow CAMARO Owner OUT I need some help please

did you ever get this thing worked out???
Forum: V6
08-29-2009, 06:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,030
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Come on People HELP a fellow CAMARO Owner OUT I need some help please

if you hear the pump run, but the car does not even try to fire up, then it's probably not a pump issue. More than likely, you have an ignition module going bad. When they heat up, the car will...
Forum: V6
08-21-2009, 09:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 829
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 2.8L to 2.8L mod

Nope. You want a little overkill, that way you know you won't have a flow problem. If you go too small, you risk losing pressure, resulting in running issues. Take that one and RUN!
Forum: V6
08-20-2009, 02:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 829
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 2.8L to 2.8L mod

Sounds good. 72 gph should be more than you ever need for this thing.
Forum: V6
08-19-2009, 03:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 829
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 2.8L to 2.8L mod

As long as the 85 S10 block has the provisions for the mechanical fuel pump, you should be able to install your Camaro pump on it. If the S10 was TBI, then it shouldn't have the hole cut for the FP...
Forum: V6
08-18-2009, 03:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 443
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: HELLPP MY V6!

Neither one is safe and reliable without money and proper application.

Nothing personal, but you don't seem to know the proper application of the caps button, so I'm a little worried about you...
Forum: V6
08-16-2009, 01:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,013
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Need Help 92 V6 3.1 Camaro i installed new fuel injectors and runs real bad

Sounds like a bad vacuum leak to me. Look around at the back of the plennum and intake for any vacuum lines that you may have forgotten. I know you'll say that you checked, but check again, this is a...
Forum: V6
08-10-2009, 11:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,884
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Another v6 turbo camaro lives !!!!!

too bad his MIL is on and it doesn't look that fast...looks like a lot of wasted time, money, and energy to me. I'd like to see time slips so I can change my mind.
Forum: V6
08-07-2009, 09:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 577
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: What is this part?

It's a bolt on vibration dampener for the exhaust. It uses the u-clamp to hold tight and helps to add mass to the exhaust so it doesn't rattle as much. It's just rusted through. Make sure you check...
Forum: V6
08-04-2009, 01:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Headers

I hate to say it, but you didn't search hard enough. The only 50 State legal set of headers made are for the 2.8L w/AIR, made by Pacesetter.
Forum: V6
08-04-2009, 12:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,000
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: how slack should a timing chain be ?

well...not really VVT, more like unwanted adjustability.
Forum: V6
08-03-2009, 04:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,000
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: how slack should a timing chain be ?

If the cain has a good bit of slack, then it will cause sluggish high end performance because every 2 degrees of crank rotation slack equals one degree of cam retard and timing retard. So, if the...
Forum: V6
08-03-2009, 12:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,000
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: how slack should a timing chain be ?

My rule is: if in doubt...change it. You're already there and it's cheap insurance that it's not going to break on you.

New chains are fairly tight, but slack up a little very quickly. It's not...
Forum: V6
07-28-2009, 08:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,536
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Speed Sensor Location?

Just in case...for those of us with mechanical speedos:

The VSS is mounted on the back of the speedo head. It's an optical sensor.
Forum: V6
07-20-2009, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 513
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Bolt on Turbo Kit.

No such thing. You need to custom fab everything. Please search before posting. This question is asked about once a week.
Forum: V6
07-18-2009, 01:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,593
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 89 2.8 5peed transmision mount

hit the junkyard, find yourself an AT x-member and use an AT mount
Forum: V6
07-16-2009, 09:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,327
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 0-60 Times

Ok, I know I didn't help the situation by posting in here, but let's not continue to jack this thread. If posts about anything other than the original thread continue, I will be forced to close this...
Forum: V6
07-14-2009, 10:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,327
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 0-60 Times

Yeah, I'm right there with you. I'm not a huge fan of the tuner scene either, but I do work on and drive them on a daily basis at work. They are also VERY easy to work on. I would much rather do a...
Forum: V6
07-12-2009, 10:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 912
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: '89 2.8 wont start,checked everything!

Now you need to see if you have spark from the coil to the distributor. If you don't, then you need to figure out if you're getting ground signal on the white wire at the coil. If you're getting...
Forum: V6
07-09-2009, 11:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,327
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: 0-60 Times

To be fair though, the S2000 is only a little 4-banger and the NSX had the crappy old Honda V6. The new Honda 3.5L makes a ton of power and the coupe accord is fairly light, and with 271HP, its no...
Forum: V6
07-09-2009, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 912
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: '89 2.8 wont start,checked everything!

are you getting spark to the plugs? Are you getting pulse to the injectors? Those are the very next things you need to check. If you're list is accurate, then it should be starting.

How did it...
Forum: V6
07-04-2009, 08:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By 2_point8_boy

Re: Dizzy and rotor help!!

If you can't turn the crank with the plugs out, your valves are WAY too tight and something is hitting.
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