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Forum: Firebirds for Sale
04-08-2018, 03:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

Well see. I lost the feeling after everything was done and your car sold. Hopefully this young guy will appreciate this car as much as I did. Greg and Reggie will not be happy with me...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
04-08-2018, 03:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

Thanks for all the comments. The car ended up selling this afternoon.. It will be going to a new home shortly...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-24-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

Same here. I bought it right out of High school as well. Its been 20 years but the time has come. This car deserves to be driven and enjoyed. Your cant build this condition of car and add these...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-21-2018, 08:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

Body is in great shape. However the car does have 98K miles on the body. There are a few paint chips and so forth. The OEM Aero wing does have cracking like all other rubber aero wings. Zero...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-21-2018, 08:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

People have PM'ed me for details so heres what I have.

Engine-
2001 Lq4 6.0L
Katech rod bolts
New GM F-body oil pan, windage tray and pickup.
LS6 oilpump
LS2 timing chain set with ARP bolts...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-21-2018, 06:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

All PM''s will be responded to by tonight.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-21-2018, 02:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

I don't but it mounts in the same location and uses the same tabs on the line to the Spohn cross member.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-11-2018, 06:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1989 Formula 350 LSX

Pm sent. Stuart , your name is also one that I remember from back in the good old days. I used to live and breathe on these sites lol. Unfortunately with a chage of life and hobbies the time has...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-06-2018, 07:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,586
Posted By Mkos1980

1989 Formula 350 LSX

Beautiful Formula. Selling because of loss of interest. 2nd owner. Purchased in 1998. Originally and Arizona car. Never saw snow and hasn't seen rain since 2003 HotRod Power Tour. Original paint....
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-09-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 59,576
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: LS1 Swap Crew: This is my Supercharged LS1 swap thread

I feel your pain. Since Stainless Works is right up the street from me I had them do a custom Y pipe. Bill wasnt cheap but man was the work beautiful.
Forum: Electronics
10-09-2013, 02:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 543
Posted By Mkos1980

Elec hatch issues.

cars an 89. its worked perfect until the other day. I had my GF shut the hatch VERY softly and when the hatch hit the lock , it didnt lock the hatch but instead locked itself and lowered itself to...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-29-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 278
Posted By Mkos1980

Spohn DS Loop, SBC Heads

Red, Bolt in Does not include hardware. $30.00

217 heads. Centerbolt 64cc. From 1990 MerCruiser 350 MAG Identical to the L98 heads but have iconel ex valves. EXCELLANT condition. $100.00
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-25-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 59,576
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: LS1 Swap Crew: This is my Supercharged LS1 swap thread

Hes already running the 411 ecm and OBD2 harness in his car. He did the conversion on the old SBC years ago when I did mine. All he will have to do is add a few wires and connectors. I converted...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-30-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 363
Posted By Mkos1980

L98 083/217 Cast Heads

Great Shape. $125.00 217 Heads are the L98 083 Heads used on MerCruiser 350 Mag engines. Heads have 140 hours on them. differance between heads is the exhaust valves are iconel to withstand...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-30-2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 286
Posted By Mkos1980

Spohn Driveshaft Loop

Red bolt in 45+ shipping. Located between Cleveland and Akron Ohio. email me at Mkos1980@aol.com
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-30-2013, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 769
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: LSX 1LE

Heads only ran me 300 total with upgraded springs and i already had an intake waiting. if I was to do it again I would find used LS3 heads and a used intake but then again i did my swap 4 years ago.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-30-2013, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 794
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Power Steering Issues

I'm using a Vette pump. No problems.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-30-2013, 11:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 769
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: LSX 1LE

400 will be easy. I used an LQ4 LS2 heads LS6 intake a stage 3 trick flow cam. After some more tuning 2 weeks ago I'm at 436 RWHP. And thats through an Automatic and a set of SW 1 3/4 headers...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-30-2013, 11:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 787
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Estimated HP roughly?

He should be well north of 425. Mines a mild combo compared to his and I'm there already with an automatic.
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-30-2012, 10:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 528
Posted By Mkos1980

SES light question.

Car runs phenominal, but I threw a bank one long term fuel trim lean issue. Thoughts?
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-30-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Wires Arcing.

Well I got a new set of Delco's and reused the metal boot jackets. No issues...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-26-2012, 12:18 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 15,396
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 1988 GTA LQ4/T56 resto-mod (lots of pics)

I absoluletly love my Trick Flow Cam. It seems nobody gives these cams a chance. Mines the Level 3 228/230 585/585 112 It idles smooth, drives perfect and I feel its a great all around cam. + It...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-24-2012, 10:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 768
Posted By Mkos1980

L98 083/217 Heads

Heads are identical to the 083's but are labeled 217's Only differance is the exhaust valves are Iconel for extended high RPM runs seen in a boat. Came off a 1990 MerCruiser 350 MAG. Excellant...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-22-2012, 11:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By Mkos1980

Wires Arcing.

Non 3rdgen but LS related. Issue is in my 06 2500HD with a stock 6.0L. All stock with 84K on it. Runs perfect and no engine lights. I put new AC plugs in at 65K and at the same time put on a set...
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-15-2012, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,121
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Ls1 throttle cable

Ditto to the above. 99 cable. Had to bend the pedal arm back a tad to reach WOT. 5 minute job.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
09-15-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 32,214
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Avoid SPOHN Performance

My A arms moved my wheels too far back and made them rub. Bought the UMI arms and they centered my tires again. Also Spohns bolt kit was worthless as well. When tq'ing bolts to GM specs the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-27-2012, 10:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,062
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Lsx coil swaps

I have the truck coils with the heat sinks visable.
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-26-2012, 06:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,978
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: ls1 manifolds or hawks headers?

I went with the 2.5's collectors since I got them used. I'm north of 400 RWHP and 11 sec times. No complaints.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-18-2012, 11:22 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,785
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Ground Control Weight Jacks

Sorry guys. I havent been on here a a few months. Only on the LSX threads. With it zero'ed out I am about 1/2in above my stops on my UMI arms.
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-08-2012, 10:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,141
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: cheap LQ4 swap/ stupid cheap.

I kept my LQ4 shortblock together but installed a set of Katech rod bolts. My dyno runs were to 6750 with no issues.
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-05-2012, 06:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 18,141
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: cheap LQ4 swap/ stupid cheap.

I went with a 70K mile LQ4 shortblock, LS6 heads with springs. TF stage 3 cam and LS6 intake. Hawks headers with 2.5 collectors even. I am using an 1994 S-10 4L60E with Edge 2600 9.5 converter. ...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-05-2012, 05:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,480
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: LSX/LTX timeslips

11.87@117 I was very surprised .I was in the 12-12.2 most of the night. Let it sit till late and cooled down. Not bad for such a mild combo I think.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-27-2012, 09:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 14,765
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: I just picked up an LQ9 for $500, now I have some questions....

Heres what I got.

70K mile LQ4 Shortblock. 243 LS6/2 Heads. About 10:1 Compression. You should be there since you have an LQ9 and the 317 heads. 317 are identical to the LS6/2 - the Chamber...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-20-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 786
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Lsx head gaskets

Dealer here.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-02-2012, 11:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 999
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Free ceramic coating - couldn't pass it up

Inside too.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-02-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 999
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Free ceramic coating - couldn't pass it up

I paid $235 from Jethot last year with shipping when they were having a sale.
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Forum: LTX and LSX
05-02-2012, 08:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,666
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Lq4 has a date with the dyno

I dont think the O2's have anything to do with it at all. I tuned my car without 02's and then turned them on when I was finished.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-02-2012, 01:06 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 47,360
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Show me your engine bay

In the processes of installing AC now.
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Forum: LTX and LSX
05-01-2012, 11:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,666
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Lq4 has a date with the dyno

I have the 1 3/4 headers with the only the 2.5 collectors. I couldnt imagine 3in with an auto trans. I had to trim alot of the shift bracket to fit a pipe in there.
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-30-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 26,642
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: what tubular k-member to go with for lsx swap

Spohn here. No issues UMI arms though. Had Spohn arms and threw everything out of whack.
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-30-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,666
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Lq4 has a date with the dyno

Our only differances are headers and a tad bigger cam I think and higher compression with the 243 Heads. My dynojet numbers are below. I gained close to 45 RWHP with a cutout after the Y . We got...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-27-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,167
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Corvette AC & accessories revisited

This is my goal to make it work this summer. I have the Vette setup and Tubular K member. I wil think of something. If i can get a Vette compressor with side ports like the CTS-V then it will...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-04-2011, 11:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,778
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Spohn Performance

UMI They have fixed everyones problems that initially went with spohns arms.
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-04-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,523
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Building LQ4 6.0l + 6 speed

I agree. I wouldnt touch the block. Theres people into the 10's and 9's on the stock rotating assembly. Why would you want new connecting rods?
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-04-2011, 07:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,778
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Spohn Performance

Spohns been great except their A arms which I resold and bought the better ones.
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-04-2011, 12:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 557
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: accessory squeal

I had same issue and tried everything. Here, I needed to press on my balancer another 16th and the sound went away. It was wearing the edge of the belt also.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-11-2011, 12:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,073
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: UMI castor/chamber plates

UMI plates here. Love them!
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-07-2011, 08:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,502
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: 5.3 + 700r4

One for a 700R4. You need a flexplate from a Truck engine with the 4L80E and the crank adapter.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-02-2011, 04:05 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,785
Posted By Mkos1980

Re: Ground Control Weight Jacks

Got the fronts installed with zero effort. Its so NICE being able to adjust the front now. Car feels great also. At zero lift in front it was bottomed out at 26 inches. That was me using a...
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