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Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
04-23-2024, 05:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 177
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: HSR mod?

Why do we still run hot water thru the intake? Lol
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-16-2024, 04:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 123
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Th400 swap 383 sbc

Yes with the spohn premade one, had to use a conversion u joint. Once i went 12 bolt, i swapped ujoint for 1350 or whatever. Then i went 9” and ordered the strange unit at 47.75. I think it was...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-16-2024, 11:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 123
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Th400 swap 383 sbc

I ordered from strange engineering and according to their measurment guide order form, my A measurement was 47.75. B was 0.625.

spohn sold premade ones for swaps that should work, i ran one of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2024, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 347
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Aftermarket Engine Blocks?

Forgot about them sb2’s. Nascar take offs. Can find deals on them from time to time. Ebay used to have them lol

always wanted to build one.

another max money is the cfe sbx stuff. 1000 hp...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2024, 08:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 347
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Aftermarket Engine Blocks?

Dart shp is or was good bang for buck. Everything went up in price with dart over the last few yrs.

leave it 4.155-4.165 bore, no need for more. 3.875 stroke max. Turn it some rpm. Basically a 420...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-20-2024, 06:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: My 91 Z28 Camaro Build

It may make more, hard to say. You can always upgrade later
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-19-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: My 91 Z28 Camaro Build

Ok checked my messages he had 6466’s and it made like 900 on 15 and struggled to gain more, had to go 25 psi to get over 1000.

switched to some cheap 7675’s and made 1402 on 28 psi

good 64...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-19-2024, 01:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: My 91 Z28 Camaro Build

I partially think those turbines may back up sooner and limit the power before the compressor does. I gotta go back and see but there was a guy who built a 408 or a 427 ls based deal with I think...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-15-2024, 04:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 561
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: My 91 Z28 Camaro Build

May have a hard time hooking more than 800 whp on the street with any of those tires but the mickey et ss is the best out of those. Nitto some guys really like and it is suppose to be a better...
Forum: DIY PROM
02-27-2024, 08:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 781
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Tuner Pro or Holley Efi Terminator X

wow which ones have you used and what happened? Holley is all anyone i know runs and we never had any problems
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-27-2024, 06:24 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 17,729
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: FFI Intake 406ci w/ XFI 280 Cam Build Update: Now running W/ Video!

Agreed! There should be more like 1/16-1/8” gap max between the red and blue parts
atleast on most AN fittings i have used
Forum: Power Adders
02-26-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 354
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Forced Inductions Turbos

Their latest greatest FIS models are pretty decent turbos. Better than their TDI units and some china units out there using basic impeller designs.

how much would it be over the vs 80? Idk…might...
Forum: Power Adders
02-10-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

58 was suppose to be to combat vapor lock issues in dead headed fuel rails. Regulator bypass was in the tank or at the fuel filter. Rails got hot the higher pressure was suppose to help

some say...
Forum: Power Adders
02-09-2024, 01:48 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

Ah lol the old budget ls. Everything ends up being more than you think or what the internet says
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-07-2024, 01:17 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 17,729
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: FFI Intake 406ci w/ XFI 280 Cam Build Update: Now running W/ Video!

Yeah it all depends how what they are using as recommended clearance or recommended application. Afr’s chart has that spring at 140 seat at 1.81” 356 at 1.21”, .600 recommended but bind is 1.00”. ...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-07-2024, 09:53 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 17,729
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: FFI Intake 406ci w/ XFI 280 Cam Build Update: Now running W/ Video!

Probably will work fine. I always liked abit more pressure in xfi lobes if turning 6200+. 8017 should do ok. I typically shim to get to within .050-.070 of coil bind height at max lift and let...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
02-07-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 17,729
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: FFI Intake 406ci w/ XFI 280 Cam Build Update: Now running W/ Video!

What you end up going with? Either of the beehives should work. Pac is a good spring
Forum: Power Adders
02-01-2024, 12:02 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

No harm in necking it down imo if you have to. I like the larger area if you can keep it after the transition
Forum: Power Adders
02-01-2024, 11:16 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

Just dent the heck out of it. It wont matter
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-30-2024, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 163
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Comp Cams Dyno Graphs, L31 heads

Yeah not sure what they used in some of their tests but sure didnt run like id expect.

there were a few low duration high lift profiles out there. Comps old magnum high lift line had decent...
Forum: Power Adders
01-30-2024, 01:58 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

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Forum: Power Adders
01-30-2024, 01:53 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

I had used dei wrap and some basic reflective shield screens for wires with no issues in past

better would be something like dei form a shield. Wrap downpipe with that, its got 1/8” insulation....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2024, 08:13 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 2,670
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: All alum ls3

seems like it would be a good blower cam
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2024, 08:11 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 2,670
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: All alum ls3

Honestly most shelf cams were custom at one time and since ls combos are pretty cut and dry when using stock style parts, you wont be gaining anything going to a custom cam. From what ive seen they...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
01-26-2024, 02:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 994
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore pro flo xt knockoff

You can buy a ford to ls adapter
Forum: Power Adders
01-25-2024, 01:20 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

the dump should help loosen a very tight converter when staging. It works good on my buddies cars. So i can be tight up top end when it needs it and still get on the chip to stage
Forum: Power Adders
01-25-2024, 12:23 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Car is 3870 with me in it

converter is a dusty bradford spec PTC 9.5”. Its the tighest 9.5 they make and its been doing good. Probably too loose now for my power lately but between 1500-1700 ish...
Forum: Power Adders
01-25-2024, 09:58 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Lol thanks. I tried. I wanted to be different but it just made more sense. Given the size and weight of both the bbc and s400 turbos, i just didnt want to put all that on the nose. Also there was...
Forum: Power Adders
01-24-2024, 08:48 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Id be curious how slip fit two piece headers would be for a turbo application. Double slip fits seem ok from what i read but never used them. System is under backpressure so always worried it would...
Forum: Power Adders
01-23-2024, 10:04 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

I do. Just a b&m bar and plate cooler. I do not know what my temps are after driving around. Turbo oil pressure usually goes 60 cold and drops to 40 hot. I’ll have to measure temps. It does get...
Forum: Power Adders
01-23-2024, 06:44 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Honestly thought i may have posted some pics of stuff but dont think i did

headers are 2.125” primary to 3.5” vband collector. Ceramic coated now no longer wrapped
see the maven mount for the...
Forum: Power Adders
01-23-2024, 05:19 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Whats the specs on the turbos? 82mm compressor what turbine? They s400 based by chance? Def will make serious power.
Forum: Power Adders
01-23-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Also theres another guy who did same thing as me but mounted his turbos up higher and has exhaust goin out the back hatch window. Lol its wild but seems to work for street race no prep stuff
Forum: Power Adders
01-23-2024, 03:09 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Oh man. Lol 1400 at the tire is practically pump gas for me. Its made that on 15 psi. I run e85 but have run 93 to 12 psi. You’ll like it. Turbo motor will live along time

i can share some...
Forum: Power Adders
01-23-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,551
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 555 BBC twin turbo update

Not really any build threads but some posts i think were made. Pretty straight forward. Basically like any na engine swap/build but turbos in back seats lol

i can say you dont want or need...
Forum: Power Adders
01-22-2024, 08:13 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

Yeah no doubt A2A is simpler and hard to beat for long term use or street driving. Id still use one if i could make one big enough for my demands and have a place to mount it lol
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-22-2024, 07:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 836
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Who's 9" is the best deal ?

I get what they were after tho, to use stock style torque arm systems with the long thru bolts. Better compatibility. Else they could have made their own trq arm to go with the rear end like...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2024, 06:52 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 2,670
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: All alum ls3

yup i had the 6.2 with the 821 heads. Same as ls3 but different valves. Not the light weight ones. And the truck intake ofcourse. Fantastic motor. Super torquey. My buddy tuned it but not sure he...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-21-2024, 08:34 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 2,670
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: All alum ls3

Well the ls3 didnt have vvt but the L99 did and makes good power. Basically very similar. Good engines. And the stock heads with the right valve job can make over 700+ na on the right motor. I’ve...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-21-2024, 06:39 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 2,670
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: All alum ls3

Eh the shop im close with uses alot of BTR products. Their stage two cam will do what you want and is proven.

most companies that offer something in the 225-230 deg range will do what you want. A...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-20-2024, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 367
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 357: My Assembly of Parts

I think mine is version 3.98. They are on 4.00 now I guess
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-20-2024, 12:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 367
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 357: My Assembly of Parts

By the cfm 500 hp capable head. Pipemax says 112% ve at 6200 rpm to get there. But recommended csa is 2.18 for 260 fps. Smallest recommended is 1.89 for 300 fps. So it has potential no doubt. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-20-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 367
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 357: My Assembly of Parts

Need more head lol

why a 1/16 ring? Pretty thick rings. Probably could go thinner unless adding nitrous
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-19-2024, 01:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 655
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 30 HP gain from stock w/only heads?

Interesting i havent seen those but the round complete shrouded ones posted above by shifty
Forum: Power Adders
01-19-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

Yeah sbc was trunk tank with front intercooler. Long lines. Intercoolers right on turbos so direct warm air goin in

bbc tank and intercooler are both hatch mounted. Also real close to turbo so...
Forum: Power Adders
01-19-2024, 07:35 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 5,708
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Offshore cast turbo manifold LS build

i assume you mean just driving around? Mine was sorta same way. But it depends on where the turbos are getting air from and if the piping to throttle body gets heat soaked or not, and where the iat...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-18-2024, 02:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 655
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: 30 HP gain from stock w/only heads?

i think he means the heat shields that go around the plug boot, the little metal ones. But i didnt know lt1’s came with them
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-17-2024, 09:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 836
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Who's 9" is the best deal ?

yeah its not hard these days. Holley efi, todays turbo options. Just add fuel and boost lol hard part is just getting a glued track to get the radials to do their job. Typical bracket race track...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-17-2024, 09:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 836
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Who's 9" is the best deal ?

i like their setup too just wish it was a bit shorter to help hit the rear harder. The geometry with the long arm, lca angles and ride height doesnt seem to have alot of antisquat and separation for...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-17-2024, 08:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 836
Posted By Orr89RocZ

Re: Who's 9" is the best deal ?

did you order the back brace and gusset options? Fabricated big web? With all that id be shocked if it bent. On my buddy’s housing, he has those options and makes closer to 1600-1700 at the tire and...
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