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Forum: LTX and LSX
05-19-2024, 11:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 365
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Kansas City area engine swappers

Thanks for the input. I'll reach out to them.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-14-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 365
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Kansas City area engine swappers

I like the style of the 3rd gens and had several when I was younger, so just selling it and getting a different generation really isn't an option at this point. I knew the 305TPI wasn't going to be...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-10-2024, 03:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 365
Posted By brandenbanks

Kansas City area engine swappers

I have an 87 IROC that I will be swapping in an LS/T56 combo. Are there any reputable shops/individual mechanics in the KC area that I can take my car to to have the work done? I would even expand...
Forum: Interior
03-22-2024, 12:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 229
Posted By brandenbanks

Seat extenders

There is a Hawks version ($35, four pieces, moves seat back 2") and a Kitts version ($200, two pieces, moves seat back 3"). What's everyone's experience or preference? Also, I assume they still can...
Forum: Interior
12-28-2023, 12:03 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 287
Posted By brandenbanks

Hawks or Kitt seat extensions?

I'm looking for feedback or guidance on which versions guys are using. Hawks are $35, while Kitts are $200. Pretty big difference cost wise. Not sure if the specs are similar. Thanks in advance!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-31-2023, 08:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 579
Posted By brandenbanks

Weight jack install issues? Or not?

I installed 850lb, UMI weight jacks on the front this weekend. Currently the fender height is 27" (I will lower to 26" once I can confirm I installed it right). Do these look right? It looks like...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-13-2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 488
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Lowered the car. Now against bumpstops.

That is what I told BMR, but they are insisting they are not. It is almost like they put the part number for the V8 springs on the V6 springs.

BB
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-30-2023, 02:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 488
Posted By brandenbanks

Lowered the car. Now against bumpstops.

I have an 87 IROC 305 TPI and I installed BMR 1.25" drop front springs along with Koni yellow struts. When I lowered it off the jackstands under its own weight, the car dropped all the way to the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-01-2023, 01:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Rear suspension issues after install

First off, thanks again to everyone for all the suggestion and help. I reinstalled everything again this past weekend. I regreased all the areas of the attachment points of the suspension and checked...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-26-2023, 11:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Rear suspension issues after install

Here are pics of the springs sitting on the tires. Do these look like they should? I don't know what a binding spring looks like. Do they need to sitting in a certain spot on the lower or upper...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-23-2023, 07:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Rear suspension issues after install

I haven't trimmed the bump stop, but that was suggested by someone else as well. They said to take off about an inch. Is that what you have done? I need to see if anything else will hit it goes an...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-22-2023, 02:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Rear suspension issues after install

That is a brilliant idea, but unfortunately my factory LCAs and springs went out in the trash yesterday because I put them in the vicinity of our trash can and my wife assumed they were supposed to...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-22-2023, 01:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Rear suspension issues after install

The LCAs and Panhard are UMI with poly ends.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-22-2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Rear suspension issues after install

They are KYB Excel-G and they have have about 500 miles on them.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-22-2023, 08:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,065
Posted By brandenbanks

Rear suspension issues after install

This past weekend I installed BMR lowering springs, Founders relocation brackets, and UMI LCAs, upper panhard and lower adjustable panhard bar. I initially installed everything per the instructions...
Forum: Interior
08-22-2022, 01:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Seats for a 6'4" driver

Thanks, Kentucky KITT. I will look into those brackets as well.

Anyone else running any other seats than the stock? I am looking for more support from the headrest versus what the stock Camaro...
Forum: Interior
08-17-2022, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By brandenbanks

Seats for a 6'4" driver

I have an 87 IROC and was wondering what the taller folks are doing for seat options. It looks like from Fireball ******'s post on 5th gen seats, they won't work. Any ideas will be greatly...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-01-2022, 10:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 916
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: 1982-92 Camaro/Firebird Front End Service Kit

I've heard there have been issues with aftermarket idler arms and them not keeping the correct angle/alignment with the other components. Really Moog has been the guilty party in most articles and...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-01-2022, 10:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 920
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Rear suspension and brakes

That turned out great! Did you use BMR for the other suspension components? I assume adjustable because of the lowering? Poly ends or swivel ends? Thanks!
Forum: Body
06-30-2022, 08:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 367
Posted By brandenbanks

Vertical weatherstripping retainer by door

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Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-22-2021, 10:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 299
Posted By brandenbanks

Random connector

I have an 87 IROC, 305 TPI. I was swapping out the distributor cap/rotor/coil/ICM and noticed this unplugged connector over near the driver's side firewall. Any idea what it is for and where it...
Forum: Body
07-17-2021, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,051
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Odd gap on A pillar

Thanks for the quick reply. I will check into that. If I end up needing to order a new one, what would that piece be called and where can I get it? I am searching A pillar on Classic Industries...
Forum: Body
07-17-2021, 03:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,051
Posted By brandenbanks

Re: Odd gap on A pillar

I have the exact same issue on my 87 IROC. Were you able to fix it?
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