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Forum: Camaros for Sale
11-10-2017, 10:08 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,337
Posted By Drkhrse89

1989 IROC - $3,500

1989 Chevy Camaro IROC-Z
104,000 miles on chassis
70,000 miles on driveshaft and rear-end
80,000 miles on engine
Unknown on transmission

I have owned this car for 21 years and has been kept in...
Forum: Engine Swap
09-19-2015, 04:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 59,603
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: L67 Swap with T56 Transmission

I'll be watching. I have a thread in the V6 section. I am dropping an L36 with a turbo in my car. The thread is being updated very slowly due to money, but I should be able to update it a whole...
Forum: V6
07-24-2015, 08:48 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

It's time for my yearly update. Having had a torn labrum in my hip for all last year and surgery at the beginning of this year I have not been able to do anything. I am still recovering, but hope to...
Forum: V6
07-28-2014, 03:03 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

That would be a feat! If my wife even encouraged me to work on my car I would have to test the temperature outside, because I'm pretty sure hell would have frozen over.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-28-2014, 03:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,450
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

Those would be just fine to reuse. I guess you could go with the Moog and cut a half coil off.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-25-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,450
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

Then that clears things up. It is always better to upgrade with better than to replace with factory specs, unless you are doing a restoration.

In that case I would go with the struts,...
Forum: V6
07-25-2014, 02:33 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Appreciate that! I am just glad that I am as old as I am and I have the doctor I do. Otherwise I would have to have my whole hip opened up and have my entire socket removed, turned slightly, and...
Forum: V6
07-24-2014, 03:31 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

I have my transmission mounted and that is all the further I have gotten. I have a labral tear in my hip, so sitting, standing, walking, etc. is extremely painful. I am slated to have surgery soon,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-24-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,450
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

I'll do the best I can. The a-arms will not be available with all of the associated parts already attached. To reduce downtime you could purchase some used a-arms (make sure they fit your car) and...
Forum: Power Adders
06-12-2014, 02:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 898
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Fuel pump options

Are you running carb or fuel injection? If you are running fuel injection a dual walbro setup will be plenty for what you are looking for. The stock size fuel lines will also be enough for both...
Forum: Fabrication
06-02-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,649
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Made my own custom emblem

Yeah, I'm just going to buy one. Probably not the smartest idea, but that way I can print what ever I want.
Forum: Fabrication
05-30-2014, 02:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,649
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Made my own custom emblem

I'm interested. I tried to find a local 3D printer and have had no such luck.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-29-2014, 02:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,316
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: 6le cluster

These are electric, correct?

After I asked the question about where they would work I realized I am ditching the factory setup and going to MegaSquirt.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-28-2014, 03:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,316
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: 6le cluster

If you still have this I'm curious also. Does this work for 89 and lower?

If it's not available, could you point me in the direction of the manufacturer?
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-28-2014, 02:25 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,721
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: drag race time is upon us! and a new shop is almost done!

What are you looking to get out of the Ground Control setup?

That's a really nice stash of parts you have there!! I would probably get a little overwhelmed and not know where to start.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-21-2014, 02:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 884
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: DIY turbo?

My guess is the truck one, but you are going to have a crazy large turbine since they want all their power as quickly as possible. Also the two turbos might be OK, but still a little small. Also do...
Forum: V6
05-15-2014, 03:15 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

I got the AC Delco replacement. I decided to spend the money on that one versus going with a knockoff.




Are you making fun of my template? Actually, the wife threw out all of the cardboard...
Forum: V6
05-08-2014, 02:56 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Laziness has been in my blood recently. Life has been way more important than working on my car. I have 2" v-bands on the way for the manifolds and will try to get those welded on as soon as I can....
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-07-2014, 03:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 660
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Just curious: Is this anyone's 383 / T56 Silver / Black / Green 82 TA?

I know the previous owner of that car. It was meticulously maintained and a lot of really good parts were bolted on.

He traded it in to a dealership and they gave him right around that much for...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-06-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 396
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Near future build

Read all of the sticky threads. All of this has been covered and with a little searching you can find what you are looking for.
Forum: V6
04-25-2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Thanks for the info. I will figure out what I want to do. I will probably delete it, so it is one less thing to worry about.

I would be willing to sell the one I currently have, it was a running...
Forum: V6
04-24-2014, 02:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Heat shields are actually gone and I did not plan on putting them back on. I am planning on wrapping everything up since there will be quite a bit of added heat under the hood. I know for a fact my...
Forum: V6
04-23-2014, 03:32 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Thanks for the heads up, I really appreciate it. I am planning on starting it before I drop it to the ground, so if I do have the vibration I will be able to fix it right away. Funny thing is I...
Forum: V6
04-23-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 568
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo questions

That turbo is the stereotypical Chinese turbo. It will work just fine, but don't expect huge things out of it. The difference between that type of turbo and the more expensive one is efficiency. ...
Forum: Power Adders
04-23-2014, 03:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 533
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: newbie question here

It is all going to depend on your skill and the size of your wallet. The computer is going to need to be reprogrammed to be able to handle the increase in the extra air. The MAF is not going to...
Forum: V6
04-21-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Hmm well, I installed it and after checking every single hole it one went in one way. Interesting you mention the torque angle wrench. I read quite a few posts on it and most came to the conclusion...
Forum: V6
04-18-2014, 03:00 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

What do you mean? I am going to be doing some reading on it shortly, but if you have insight I would greatly appreciate it.
Forum: V6
04-17-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

The pilot bearing was just about the death of me. All of the reading I did said it was a bearing, so I went and picked one up that has been associated with manual transmissions for YEARS. Well it...
Forum: V6
04-14-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Damn. Yup, I am running the 4th gen M49 T5. I am going to be picking up the pilot bearing tonight and trying to get that put in. I am having a hard time getting a clutch master for a decent price....
Forum: V6
04-11-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq29/ShakopeeErds/IMG_20140411_061034_956.jpg (http://s430.photobucket.com/user/ShakopeeErds/media/IMG_20140411_061034_956.jpg.html)

Trans should be going in...
Forum: Fabrication
04-11-2014, 02:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,708
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Billet parts that you wish were made for 3rd gens

What would it cost to have a custom bumper badge to replace the old "TUNED PORT INJECTION" with "TURBO 3800 SERIES II"
Forum: Fabrication
04-11-2014, 02:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,508
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Lowering engine

Just look at the distance between the oil pan and the k-member. I doubt you will be able to go down an inch unless you hack up your k-member and like mentioned above you will then change the angle...
Forum: Fabrication
04-11-2014, 02:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 22,060
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Tablet instead of gauges

That's pretty cool, but wouldn't work in my case.
Forum: V6
04-10-2014, 02:42 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Thanks a ton for the heads up. I have seen those, but never researched why they were suggested to be replaced.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-10-2014, 02:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,505
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: cutting high spring rate iroc coils.

I kept the isolators on the rears and my springs looked exactly like the ones on the left. Like said, I am not going to guess what the rate is now since my cut was not exact and from spring to...
Forum: Fabrication
04-10-2014, 02:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 22,060
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Tablet instead of gauges

That is an idea, but the problem is the distance between our steering column and the dash pad. I am in the process of getting my motor and transmission in and situated, so I haven't measured...
Forum: V6
04-08-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

I like that one. Is that the entire tenssioner pulley setup or just the lines? There are plenty of 3800 in the yard close to me, so I will have to take a trip to get one.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-08-2014, 02:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,505
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: cutting high spring rate iroc coils.

It has been about 15 years since I cut mine, man I need new springs, and I took off about 1/2 a coil in the front and around 1 coil in the rear and I love the way mine sits. I am running 275s all...
Forum: V6
04-07-2014, 01:53 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Engine is in it's final resting spot. Took a little bit of work to get it in, but it is done. It is crazy just how far back this thing sits. The only thing in front of the k-member are the...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-07-2014, 01:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,711
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: i have an unbelievable idea. 1jz.

http://driftjapan.com/buy-cars/wp-content/1jz-gte-vvti-engine.jpg

That's the 1JZ.

Anything is possible with enough money. I just don't think it is worth it unless you already have the T56...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-03-2014, 02:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 830
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: v6 for braking/handling performance??

Hopefully by the end of the summer I will be able to tell you which is the best route. I had the 305/T5 in my car with a lot of suspension mods and upgraded brakes and I loved it. It handled really...
Forum: V6
04-02-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 11,326
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Twin Turbo 2.8 v6 1987 Camaro LT

Based off of the little bit of reading I did in this post it doesn't look like he is going to be going to a different motor, but I would not suggest a 3.8 unless you have a hookup. Those 109 blocks...
Forum: V6
04-01-2014, 02:39 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Sorry, I don't get on the internet at night. Fallen2603 is correct, I am going turbo for ease. I know the guy in the link and talked to him extensively about his build and the work he did is what...
Forum: Fabrication
04-01-2014, 02:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,196
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Removing center section between fog light holes

Sorry if this is a stupid question, but what do you mean by center section?
Forum: V6
03-31-2014, 02:46 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

No, I did not make them myself. I was going to, but lucked out and bought them from someone parting out his 3800 build. If I get some time I will take some measurements for you and post them.
Forum: Power Adders
03-31-2014, 02:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 561
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Help

Specifics on what engine, etc?
Forum: Fabrication
03-31-2014, 02:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,196
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Removing center section between fog light holes

Take a look at this car's front end. I had thought about this for my car, but I do not want it to be seen.

http://www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/pages/STSIROC.html
Forum: V6
03-27-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Driver's side pedestal is on and tightened down. 60lb injectors with modified fuel rail have been mounted and the fuel lines have been mounted. I was going to put the oil pan on, but I found out...
Forum: V6
03-26-2014, 02:37 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 26,692
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: Turbo 3800 Series II into my IROC

Laziness kicked in and I didn't do as much as I wanted to, but here are a few pictures. The mounts are in and the passenger side pedestal is on. The drive's side needs some modifications to make it...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-26-2014, 02:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,673
Posted By Drkhrse89

Re: How important are adjustable LCA and Panhard bar

The only way to know for sure would be to measure the rear end to see if it is not centered. In the reading I have done on panhard rods it really depends on the car whether or not you would need it....
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