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Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2021, 07:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Thanks - will call Texas Speed on Monday to check availability on the 7.375's.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Yup, they are available in 7.375.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/cca-7795-16
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2021, 06:21 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

0.285 is half of my max lift (.570), the number I was aiming for using the midlift method on the intake valve with the running spring.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2021, 04:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Thanks for all of your help, just placed an order for the Comp Hi Tech 7.350 rods.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2021, 03:59 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

SkinnyZ, based on your feedback above I did a midlift method measurement on another intake valve with the running spring in place. With my max lift, I need a difference between the two measurements...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Thanks Skinnyz - I read the the miller paper a few days ago, quite interesting.

As for the difference between the intake and exhaust, should I buy two difference lengths or will I be ok sticking...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Hi Skinnyz,

I thinkI figured out why I was getting wide sweeps - I was cycling through the engine a bit too fast, this time I slowed right down especially while the valve was going up and down. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-26-2021, 02:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

So I played around bit more today, 7.275 seems to be the narrowest sweep I can get at least for the intake side. I still am waiting for the sirenges to arrive so I can solidify a lifter and recheck...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2021, 08:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Thanks Skinnyz...I am going to recheck everything tomorrow again, I am pretty sure that I was flat on top of the retainer.

Your pictures of the sweep patterns, were they at zero lash or with some...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2021, 07:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Also forgot to mention that I've ordered some syringes off Amazon, should be here tomorrow and will fill up a lifter to solidify as suggested and check the sweep again.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Ok...spent a few hours under the hood and now my back aches!

I think I have made some progress based on your suggestions. I started off with trying to figure out how to the mid lift method,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2021, 09:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

@sofakingdon - thanks again for your input, I do have the comps adjustable pushrod checker, instead of counting turns I was using the caliper to check length which I know now is wrong so will redo...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2021, 06:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

@Vorteciroc, my rockers are Comp Cams Ultra Pro Magnums (1605-16) - so yes with Poly-locks. The valve guides are brand new (came with the new set of AFR heads) and valve seats all look good to me.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2021, 07:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Pushrod Double Check

Thanks for the info - I went out again and started over, looking for the narrowest sweep. I tried some with 1/2 turn lash and some with out, pictures below are the best outcomes. Is it incorrect to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2021, 04:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,189
Posted By Pnorth13

Pushrod Double Check

My rockers finally came in today and I have been using the pushrod checker to determine the new length (mods include XFI268 cam, AFR195, LS7 lifers). I've posted some pictures below - seems like...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2021, 03:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Did I Screw Up the Oil Pan Gasket?

Thanks - I can enjoy by beer now!

Yes only the outer ring of the seal is damaged. As for RTV, should I use the regular Permatex Black or the Permatex 'Right Stuff'?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2021, 02:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By Pnorth13

Did I Screw Up the Oil Pan Gasket?

In the middle of a new cam/heads/timing chain swap. I have dropped the oil pan down as much as possible but still had to trip the lip on the back of the timing cover about 1" on each side -...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
10-12-2021, 01:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 411
Posted By Pnorth13

Edelbrock Hiflow Runners

Gauging interest in my Edelbrock Highflo runners - the 9th injector hole has been tapped and plugged so can be used with or without. I will be taking them off at the end of October. Looking for...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2021, 09:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

Christmas came early!
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-12-2021, 07:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

That's 58psi when measured without the vacuum line correct (with the 22lbs)? Can the stock fuel pump sustain 58psi?

Thanks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-12-2021, 05:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

Thanks for everyone's feedback. I went ahead and ordered the AFR195's - should be here mid to late October. I also ordered the 268XFI which will come at the end of November. I did speak to 2...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-02-2021, 07:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

Thanks everyone for your feedback.

I called Comp and based on my setup they recommended the same cam I was considering (268XFI) or alternatively the XR269HR which has the same duration but the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-31-2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

Looks like I'll place an order for the AFR's. I'd appreciate more feedback on the cam, if comps 268 would be ok, or I should look at something else.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-31-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

Thanks for some feedback.

My local engine shop said that they would be able to drill and tap in the ports needed for the coolant if I went with the Brodix.

As for cams - I was looking at the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-31-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 957
Posted By Pnorth13

Advice - Cam/Head Combo, yes another one!

Ok, this question seems to be asked regularly, I've searched the forum but can't seem to find the exact setup I am looking for so here it goes....

I have an 89GTA - 5.7 Auto - currently has a...
Forum: TPI
06-25-2020, 06:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,578
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: TPI Plenum Porting - Where To Go (Canada)

Not sure where in Canada you are located but I had my edelbrock intake, runners and plenum ported by Mississauga Engines in Streetsville. Ask for Cesar.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-02-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,468
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Attempt to repair scratched windshield

Here you go:

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001RAQGXC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_s.KdEb1DKRKA2
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-02-2020, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,468
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Attempt to repair scratched windshield

I would say if they are not deep scratches spend the 30 bucks for the kit and give it a try before spending the money on tops.
Forum: Electronics
09-10-2019, 06:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,060
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Another Digital Dash Conversion

Yes, it's a Canadian dash - you need to take a trip out to Canada and have a look!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-08-2019, 07:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,468
Posted By Pnorth13

Attempt to repair scratched windshield

So I purchased my car back in the spring. My windsheild has a half moon shape scrape probably caused by debris under the wiper blade. The right side of the half moon is more noticeable and deeper.
...
Forum: Electronics
09-08-2019, 06:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,060
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Another Digital Dash Conversion

Thanks Cehbra!

The 80's tech is so fitting for these cars...not sure why GM stopped installing the digital dash 89 on-wards.
Forum: Members Firebirds
09-06-2019, 05:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,466
Posted By Pnorth13

Re: Finally Purchased a GTA!

Thanks for the warm welcome!

My post on the digital dash conversion has finally appeared on the board....I posted it in the electronics section if anyone is interested.
Forum: Electronics
09-05-2019, 09:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,060
Posted By Pnorth13

Another Digital Dash Conversion

I just finished a complete digital dash conversion on my 89 GTA, there are already some detailed How To posts by others so I thought I would just share some of the issues I encountered when...
Forum: Members Firebirds
09-04-2019, 10:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,466
Posted By Pnorth13

Finally Purchased a GTA!

So first off I would like to introduce my self (Raj) from Canada. After looking around for a few years I finally picked up an 89 GTA, 5.7, Auto, T-Tops, Black on Black with 118k km’s this spring. The...
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