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Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
01-19-2022, 10:03 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 9,518
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: I’ve waited 35 years for this.

I believe you are correct! I had to do some digging around but apparently around '79-'80 (depending on the application) they reconfigured some blocks for a passenger side dipstick 🤯🤔

I was always...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
01-19-2022, 05:44 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 9,518
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: I’ve waited 35 years for this.

....lol well I said a few things there, so I'm not sure what you're referencing but okay 👍🥴
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
01-19-2022, 03:02 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 9,518
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: I’ve waited 35 years for this.

Great thread and a really clean T/A. These cars are getting harder and harder to find. 20+ years ago I'd go to junkyards in central FL as kid in HS and third gens were everywhere...now days, the ones...
Forum: Electronics
07-15-2021, 06:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 286
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 90-92 Camaro temp gauge reading high?

Yeah, I see that in the oe wiring but this car had been simplified and all the efi wiring eliminated. The gauge worked for the years & years using the ecm sending unit (sensor) it's just all of a...
Forum: Electronics
07-14-2021, 06:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 286
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 90-92 Camaro temp gauge reading high?

I'm beginning to wonder if it's an issue with the printed circuit board the 3 smaller gauges rely on... Guess I'll be pulling the cluster out one of these days soon and see...

Any...
Forum: Electronics
07-10-2021, 05:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 286
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

90-92 Camaro temp gauge reading high?

Recently got my combo back together and noticed while idling the temp gauge was reading much hotter than the actual coolant temp (measured at the t-stat housing w/a DVOM).

I checked the ohm's...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-22-2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

Not that it matters anymore, but for clarity purposes I believe I now know why I had such high flow numbers...

When I was still in school I flowed some other LS castings I had been working on and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-21-2020, 10:44 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,761
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Where Can I Get a Vortec 350

Just my $.02 as I remember being 16 years old in HS, Super proud of having saved and bought my first car ('83 Firebird, 4 speed, NO options whatsoever & to top it off it was an Iron Duke car lol).
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-13-2020, 03:42 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

Yes. All parameters were set correctly. Cylinder head secured to deck, dummy spark plug installed, flow range adjusted correctly (after finding out the "3" setting was "running out" of air before...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-13-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

I have no idea that wasn't recorded, just the lift values and what the DRO read.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-13-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

Yeah, Pitot tube was all hooked up and working. The DRO was showing everything hooked up right, 28" hg etc.

The only other odd variable in this whole thing was the fact that I used a different...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-13-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

I understand the disbelief. I do.

Yes, used a crappy old Autolite spark plug on the flow bench. This was done back in April or May time frame but I do remember having to switch the Flow range...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-12-2020, 10:10 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

This is the potential for the AFR Eliminator's that I personally worked on and saw myself on the flowbench...

Stock (no valve job, no milling, stock CNC'd ports, stock 2.050" intake valve)
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-12-2020, 04:29 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

Looks like I'll be upgrading after years of running the SLP 1 3/4". Doug's LT's is most likely the route I'll be going. The spark plug boot clearance issue and the fact that the AFR exhaust ports...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-10-2020, 04:20 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

That's correct 👍 however searching summit as a one stop shop I didn't see an option for searching for a shorter plug by any criteria other than a reach length shorter than the common .750"


...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-09-2020, 12:40 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

Fired, that is Excellent info! Thanks for sharing as I knew I couldn't be the only one still have those headers kicking around while putting together a top end with angle 1040 AFR's
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-08-2020, 08:59 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

*Shorty* plug sir, please see above post. Shorty meaning LESS than a reach of .75"

It's tough cause they're not out there, at least not all the searching, cross referencing & catalog searching I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-08-2020, 05:12 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 22,307
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 195cc head too large for mild 355?

Can anyone elaborate a little more on this? I'm in the process myself of putting my combo back together and will be running AFR 195 eliminators and have the old 1 3/4" SLP shorties myself...I have...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-06-2020, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,207
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 10 bolt 7.5" Backlash

Yup! That's how I did mine. There actually is a spec for it too in the GM service manual. I remember checking it against AllData at the time just to confirm 😁👍
Forum: Interior
10-06-2020, 11:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 758
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: What parts to repair 1987 pull down hatch?

Lon @ TDS (Top Down Solutions) is the man! I rebuilt my '91 elec/auto hatch lock & motor assembly few years ago and he's got everything you'll need. Not only does everything work beautifully but some...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-06-2020, 10:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,207
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 10 bolt 7.5" Backlash

Obviously I can't speak for every 7.5" owners experience but when I tore the one in my 3rd gen down in '17 I wound up using a combo of original GM shims & some from the Yukon pack I bought. Now...
Forum: Carburetors
02-26-2016, 11:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,516
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Carb'd sbc looking for timing guidance

Thanks for the replies everyone!

Sofa, I honestly don't know where it runs "The best" as I would get det part throttle. I know that ever since i switched to manifold vac though it always seemed to...
Forum: Carburetors
02-22-2016, 06:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,516
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Carb'd sbc looking for timing guidance

Trying to get everything optimal in my RS. Its a sbc 400+HP/400+TQ engine.

Engine seems to really prefer tons of timing! Running an HEI setup, Summit/MSD box, NGK shorty UR5's gapped@.035-.040....
Forum: Carburetors
05-01-2015, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1,335
Important/Useful : Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics
Views: 315,518
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics

DonW that is a Sinister lookin 82-84 car! Blacks a Tough color to do, esp on these cars that have been beat to hell & back before most of Us owned ours...Yours is just Clean!:thumbsup: Love the 85-87...
Forum: Carburetors
04-18-2015, 11:11 PM
Replies: 1,335
Important/Useful : Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics
Views: 315,518
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Post Your Carb'd Motor Pics

Here's mine. SBC no.2....so far so good. Still got a ton as most do. Next up is to get the correct fittings, some steel braided line & fix that horrible mess @ the fpr...
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-29-2014, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 549
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Carb'd 91

So I still need the buffer box despite the fact that the ECM is no longer even in the car? & what do I do, run a power source(hot off the ignition) into the box & a ground?
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-29-2014, 11:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 549
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Carb'd 91

Searched but couldn't quite find what I'm looking for...

Car is a 91, originally a 3.1 Now sporting a mild 400+ hp/tq SBC. The trans is out of an '88 TBI car. ECM, SIR/Air bag sys has all been...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-15-2014, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: NMCA members in here please

I appreciate the in put guys. The local track here is an IHRA sanctioned 1/8 mile =( Which would be fine if I was interested in x275 but I'm about 1/4 block to block for my third gen...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-11-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

NMCA members in here please

Tried to search this section but my phones not letting me enter the field....

I have been seriously considering joining but honestly wondering what its all about. As I understand NMCA is kinda...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-11-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,441
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: v6 front coil springs in v8 car

Inserted in replies as I've been kicking myself for Not swapping out my V6 springs for V8 ones...I was told to but kinda overlooked it:o
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-10-2014, 11:35 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 21,510
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: 86 blue IROC 17" Billet Specialities street lites with pics

Damn! Very nice:nod: Car is CLEAN too!

Future CotM??
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-14-2014, 12:08 PM
Replies: 510
Views: 28,161
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: What Third gen Camaro parts do you need?

GOOD 90-92 steering column (non cruise, steering wheel not need)
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
01-23-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 586
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: parting 84 Camaro w/blue interior NON/AC

Steve, any pics of the climate control panel?
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-10-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 122,845
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Pic's of 3rd gens Camaro's with drag wheels?

hate to raise the dead but...

Damn man, that is a CLEAN '84! Very nice:thumbsup:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-01-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 43,703
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: December COTM **WINNER**

I should be reading about this Gem in print! (GMHTP, SC, CHP, CC etc) on only on TGO!

Amazing car! Really makes those who "dog" third gens eat their words. I LOVE IT!:nod:

Congrats bro
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-01-2012, 01:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,753
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: wheel/tire good fitment for 3rd gen?

Okay rears are good thanks man.

What about (for the front)

15x4 BS 1.75 will 185/15 in the front be okay?
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-30-2012, 10:29 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 122,845
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Pic's of 3rd gens Camaro's with drag wheels?

Matt (mw66nova), 85sc5 and 91RsNate

You guys have the set up I want, while retaining streetable status.

1) Rears, was there any modifying for the rear wheel wells?
2) With 165's up front how...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-30-2012, 10:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,753
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: wheel/tire good fitment for 3rd gen?

86TA, thanks for you recommendations! I DO appreciate it.

How about this

F: 15x7 BS-4.75 with 0 offset
R 15x8 BS- 5.5

Would this work at all? I really want to run 275/60's but am not keen...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-28-2012, 01:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,753
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

wheel/tire good fitment for 3rd gen?

Did some searching around but can't quite find the info I need...



I wanna get some rims & tires for my 91. Heres what Im thinking:



Summit/Jegs (WELD) style 5 stars
Forum: History / Originality
08-10-2011, 07:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,771
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Here is a rare option for ya. C4B?

CB4 : ROOF COVERING, VINYL, PADDED, RR INTEGRAL PAD

from cs.pontiac-club.com


Was this an RPO sheet from an F-car???? I mean, I really hope not
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-29-2011, 06:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 672
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Has my flat tappet wiped a lobe clean, or worse?

Thanks for all the input guys! Think I'll be dropping a Blue Print crate engine after this up coming deployment. To many suspension & exterior things to be accomplished already.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2011, 02:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 672
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Has my flat tappet wiped a lobe clean, or worse?

Thats what my gut feeling is... ive had rockers that were a little loose in the past and its more "tick" like sound, this has some "thud" to it...:confused:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2011, 08:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 672
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Has my flat tappet wiped a lobe clean, or worse?

Having adjusted the valves a few times now I never noticed any one particular rocker lower than its counter rocker for any given cylinder @ TDC...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2011, 07:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 672
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Has my flat tappet wiped a lobe clean, or worse?

I have been trying to pin point the origin of a slight tapping sound. First really noticed it in the begining of the month one day when I ran up to the AZ I work at part time. First thought well...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-24-2011, 06:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,218
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: power steering delete

Thats the main reason why i'm doing it. If I can eliminate the P/S pump, lines, driver side serp bracket, pass side serp bracket all I need to get is an electric water pump and see if Alan Grove can...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-17-2011, 09:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,218
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: power steering delete

subscribing...

Has anyone attempted this while retaining a serpentine setup as well?? Been looking into to doing this myself. Thought about trying to find a a/c delete pulley that could be welded...
Forum: Carburetors
05-13-2010, 07:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,136
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Jet sizes?

Nobody??? Buler?
Forum: Carburetors
05-12-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,136
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Jet sizes?

The skinny: getting my holley St. Avenger rebuilt this week and need to know what size jets to run. Just bought a jet kit with sizes ranging from 64-99. Car is a 2 bolt main 350 .040 over, vac....
Forum: Carburetors
05-04-2010, 08:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,055
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Holley Carb, detent bracket & side linkage bracket help

anyone else come across this?
Forum: Carburetors
05-03-2010, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,055
Posted By Rob 97 Z28

Re: Holley Carb, detent bracket & side linkage bracket help

Yes, fresh rebuilt 700-R4 that came out of my '88 RS. Built to handle 420ish HP with a small bit of laughing gas. Sorry, i meant TV cable. For what ever reason i thought TV was used on the T-350 and...
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