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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
Today, 07:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 48
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Potential Clutch Wear Issue?

Your clutch disk looks ok but the metal surfaces look like lots of hot spots. To be honest, I've never pulled a clutch w 200 miles. I wonder is the spots are heat related from breaking in. They don't...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
Yesterday, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 48
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Potential Clutch Wear Issue?

Why did you pull it out? How was it shifting? How was the engagement and disengagement? You said the pedal was light, was it grabbing low or high? It looks like it's been pretty hot, I assume it's...
Forum: Electronics
Yesterday, 08:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 77
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Gauge Cluster Wiring

I wired mine from the same basic diagram you have. Most of the wires in it pass through the c100. Just use the colors as a reference. Inside and in the engine compartment are the same color. There...
Forum: Electronics
04-29-2024, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 77
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Gauge Cluster Wiring

The gauges all get their signal from the corresponding sending units. They are all in the engine bay and travel through the c100 connector and then to the dash/gauge connectors. The engine harness is...
Forum: Exhaust
04-29-2024, 10:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 86
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Question about what headers fit

I had the old Edelbrock tes headers in my 82 and dons headers also. Both clear the linkage. Long tubes will be hard to fit w the linkage. I'm sure there are others but I have no experience w those....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-28-2024, 04:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 101
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: 1984 Camaro 700r4 swap to t5 from a 1992 s10 questions

For what it's worth, I have a t5 that's in great shape that needs a good home. And it will fit!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-28-2024, 02:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 101
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: 1984 Camaro 700r4 swap to t5 from a 1992 s10 questions

Some t5's from 2.8s have a 14 spline input and obviously a different bell. I've never seen an s10 trans make it into a f body. But it may be possible w enough work.
Forum: Brakes
04-28-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 186
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: rear backing plate swap

I have seen a bolt on adaptor plate that mounts a stock disk backing plate onto drum axle 82-92 drum axle flanges. I forgot who made it but it's worth looking. I'm pretty sure the only way to get...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-26-2024, 05:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 96
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: TH350 swap

I put a th350 into a th200/crossfire trans am in the late 90s. We originally used the stock cable and had issues with alignment between shifter detents and gears. We ended up with an adjustable...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-25-2024, 08:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 405
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Nwc t5 fluid

I had atf in my 83 t5 behind a zz4 since 2001. It never blew up but is was cognizant of its limitations. I found the fix for the atf/gear fluid conundrum was a t56 swap. All problems were solved!
Forum: Carburetors
04-25-2024, 08:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 317
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Fuel return line diameter?

Haha!
Forum: V6
04-25-2024, 12:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 314
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Original non-catalyst 1983 Camaro v6

It's going to be very difficult to find one. I haven't seen one in years. You could contact HAWKs f body and see if they have one. They had lots of used parts. If you can find a good fabrication...
Forum: Carburetors
04-25-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 317
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Fuel return line diameter?

The fuel will be cooler w the larger line, it's also less resistance on the pump (probably not an issue on stock power) The 5/16 is what was run in 82-84 v8 cars also, so a 100% resto would want...
Forum: Carburetors
04-25-2024, 05:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 317
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Fuel return line diameter?

Believe what you want, good luck w that!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-25-2024, 05:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 855
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

Both my Alston sfc's and spohn trans mount needed mods to fit. There was some additional cutting to get clearance. It was not at all plug n play.
Forum: Carburetors
04-24-2024, 09:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 317
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Fuel return line diameter?

My 82 lg4 had 3/8 feed and 5/16 return. My dad had an 82 crossfire. It had the same size lines. Now I have 3/8 feed and returns cause that's what EFI needs. There is no reason to neck it down. 5/16...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-21-2024, 04:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 169
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: In-Tank Fuel Pump to External Fuel Pump and other questions

I would look to see it the stock ECM is still there. It's in the pass side dash. The fuel pump wires in the early cars was part of the tail light harness and came from the driver side. It's different...
Forum: Brakes
04-21-2024, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 172
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: 1987 Rear Brake Line Flare nut Issue

When you splice it just pick an area that is free of any rust/pitting where you are gonna make the new flare. When making a flare if there's any corrosion the flare can crack/leak and create a...
Forum: Brakes
04-21-2024, 01:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 172
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: 1987 Rear Brake Line Flare nut Issue

That flare nut is done. Being from the northeast and having done this to my own car, I would recommend running a new line. The line doesn't look terrible but once you start trying to flare 35year old...
Forum: Electronics
04-21-2024, 10:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 181
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: 350 and carb swapped, 87 trans am.

Gonna need something to control the fuel pump in the tank and IDK if you can make the pump pressure work w a carb or not, I don't do anything w carbs. Now the computer controls the pump. I suppose...
Forum: Electronics
04-19-2024, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 164
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: massively screwed up wiring in 1991 Camaro

The yellow/purple are for the neutral safety/clutch interlock. If it's a stick car it hooks to the switch on the clutch pedal. If it's an auto car it should be wound up and not used. The wires coming...
Forum: Cooling
04-18-2024, 06:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 360
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Cooling Q…not sure of problem

I have an autometer gauge cluster in my car. The gauge is really accurate. It's always with in 5 deg of the separate sensor reading for my EFI. Thats in a slightly different spot. That said I don't...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-18-2024, 05:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 493
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: TMI Products: New 3rd Gen Interior Parts

I'll take these over those anytime and they were 1500 w mounts. 3200 and headrests are an option is crazy.

I am gonna hit them up for door panel options though. They have some interesting stuff...
Forum: Brakes
04-18-2024, 09:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,921
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Wilwood Adjustable Proportioning Valve Install

I put one on my 82. It works well. Dorman makes line end adaptors to convert from one flare size to another. I ended up making new lines. You can likely run your stock MC lines into an adaptors at...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-17-2024, 09:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 493
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: TMI Products: New 3rd Gen Interior Parts

Yeah, I was wondering what's up w those. No headrest? I didn't think that was a thing anymore.
Forum: History / Originality
04-17-2024, 09:43 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,229
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: 83_TA: Restoration

I've been following this 83 and your 82 MSE. I had a black and gold 4 speed 82 just like this 83. I love the early cars. I have an 82 now but there's nothing stock about it. I totally dig watching...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2024, 08:46 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,883
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Whats respectable street performance in 2024?

Same here. I have been working on my car since 1997. It has been the slowest built in the world! Slowly adding to it has really allowed me to fine tune what I want. I totally dig the EFI on it. I'm...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-17-2024, 08:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 493
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: TMI Products: New 3rd Gen Interior Parts

Yeah, I'm curious about door panels but pricing/options aren't up yet.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2024, 05:01 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,883
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Whats respectable street performance in 2024?

My car is 3200lb 450hp car. The suspension and brakes have all the fancy stuff done. It's getting painted now. This winter it's getting an intercooled torquestorm supercharger. It should be a pretty...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2024, 10:32 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,883
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Whats respectable street performance in 2024?

Yeah, I watched a video a few months ago, it was crap. A wast of time. There's much better content out there.
Forum: Cooling
04-15-2024, 09:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 360
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Cooling Q…not sure of problem

I'm pretty sure there are adjustable switched also.
Forum: Cooling
04-15-2024, 09:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 360
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Cooling Q…not sure of problem

Who knows, the op may be driving at 27k ft above sea level and the coolant mixture will absolutely boil at that elevation.

best way to think about these cooling systems are pressure cookers and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-14-2024, 10:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 217
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: PCV Routing Question (305 SBC)

Ideally the valve is on the drivers side and has a vacuum source from the base of the carb. It's usually 3/8(ish) line. You can run the line how ever you want but keep it free of any potential...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-14-2024, 08:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 280
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Driver Qual 91 Trans Am T5 Vortec Hotcam Pro Flo XT in UK London!

This is a really cool car. It must have been difficult getting all these parts. I have that same cam and intake in my 82 ta/zz430 and it's great. It loves to rev! The intake didn't fit my hood as...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-13-2024, 10:01 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 2,883
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Whats respectable street performance in 2024?

I was actually looking forward to some cool opinions at the start of this thread. Wow, it got weird. I agree w being motivated by being passed by a mini van. And a 98 civic and all the other cars...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-13-2024, 11:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 855
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

My stick welding is limited. I always use mig. But it's the same concept. It really comes down to using the proper settings on the unit for the metal your welding. Practice on some scrap metal and...
Forum: Electronics
04-10-2024, 08:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 735
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Need some alternator clarification

My 1 wire powermaster works great. I've never used a 1 wire w a stock setup. What sofa says makes sense. My car has a standalone EFI, stand alone fuel pump wiring harness and fans wired in. It's...
Forum: TPI
04-08-2024, 07:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 170
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Removing CAT

My 82 w no cat smells the same as my friends 69 w no cat as well as another friends 76 w no cat. My car has smelt pretty much the same regardless of the engine in it. Maybe the exhaust smell has...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-07-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 855
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

I may have missed it, either way, it's a cluster.
Forum: Electronics
04-07-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 735
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Need some alternator clarification

I swapped to a powermaster 1 wire a few years ago. It works awesome. It powers all my electronics. My car has massive dual electric fans/EFI and all the other usual stuff. No issues w...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-07-2024, 08:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 219
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Clutch master cylinder replacement

Yes, it's possible to leave the booster in and do the MC. It's a pain in the *** to do but it's totally doable. Ya wanna know what's also a total pain in the ***? Removing the brake booster. Getting...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-07-2024, 07:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 855
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

I've welded quite a bit, who ever welded/tried welding those in had no idea what they were doing. Thats a complete cluster, if it was a leaking fuel line why was the fire inside the car? That part of...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-06-2024, 09:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 855
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

I have a set of Alstons and old CE square stock outers. I welded in the outers years ago and that helped a lot. I had a fabricator put the Alstons in. This guy builds multi million dollar drag...
Forum: Power Adders
04-06-2024, 04:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 582
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Torquestorm instal

Cool, thanks for all the info.
Forum: Power Adders
04-06-2024, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 582
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Torquestorm instal

Those are awesome, I was gonna run the intercooler and piping the same way. I have an 82 w a stock hood I'm going to try and fit it under the hood.

thanks.
Forum: Power Adders
04-06-2024, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 582
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Torquestorm instal

Cool, thanks for the reply/info. Would you happen to have any pics of it installed. I'm in the process of coming up w a plan on running the piping.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-05-2024, 06:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 855
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

I have a set of Alstons inner and a set of older CE outers. The ones in this post seem like tubular outers that only have one pad to weld. There's no place to tie into the trailing arm mount. There's...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 404
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Ls 5.3 or 350?

No, I had one already. They fit a standard 6 bolt pattern.
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2024, 12:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 404
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Ls 5.3 or 350?

The adaptor to mount it is shorter than stock so it only is moved 1 inch closer to the driver.
Forum: Engine Swap
04-04-2024, 09:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 404
Posted By Firechicken82

Re: Ls 5.3 or 350?

Thanks, the car has been garaged since 96. It only sees sun when it's driven. Thats how the dash is still intact. The material is actually still a little flexible when you push on it!

it's a VSW...
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