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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-08-2004, 05:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I meant ect.

I meant ect.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-06-2004, 07:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

tranny ID decoder

Is there a site where identification numbers can be decoded for transmissions and transfer cases?
Forum: Electronics
10-04-2004, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

slow drain on battery

Could anyone tell me what's the best way to tell what could be draining a battery down?

I know the battery is good and so is the alternator. What ever it is , it drains the battery after a couple...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-24-2004, 07:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,038
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

There's no noise from the tranny, it just...

There's no noise from the tranny, it just shudders under load. It's not a constant shudder, but when it goes from drive to overdrive, it jerks. I don't know what the problem is. I've had several...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-22-2004, 07:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,038
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I see alot of views, but no replies.

I see alot of views, but no replies.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-14-2004, 09:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,038
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

700r4 skips!?

I have an '86 700r4 w/overdrive combo to a '70 350 4 bolt.

My question is, why does the tranny skip when in overdrive? When I manually shift from 1st to drive, everythings fine, but when I go to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-14-2004, 09:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,547
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I have the B&M Megashifter in my camaro. It works...

I have the B&M Megashifter in my camaro. It works good for me. The only thing I regret about putting it in is that I tore my old one all to pieces taking it out. I would probably have trouble selling...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-17-2004, 07:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 719
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Get them from Jegs or Summit Racing and install...

Get them from Jegs or Summit Racing and install them yourself.
Forum: Exhaust
06-03-2004, 07:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I guess I'll wait 'til winter time. I'll be able...

I guess I'll wait 'til winter time. I'll be able to find it for sure then.
Forum: Exhaust
05-31-2004, 05:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Heeeeeeeellllllllooooooooo!!! Is there anybody...

Heeeeeeeellllllllooooooooo!!!
Is there anybody out there?
Forum: Exhaust
05-31-2004, 05:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 800
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

There's been a debate over what's the best...

There's been a debate over what's the best headers since there was such a thing.

Whatever headers you choose, make sure they are coated right with high temp. paint.

I bought Edelbrock shorties...
Forum: Exhaust
05-30-2004, 06:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 898
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

exhaust leak

What's the best way to detect an exhaust leak?

When my car is at an idle, exhaust sounds fine but when I get on the gas, I hear a "sputtering" noise somewhere under the car. It sounds like it's...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-23-2004, 04:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 403
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I appreciate the input. Teach me! Teach me! I...

I appreciate the input. Teach me! Teach me! I don't know anything about a/c. If someone could give me a "check list" or point me somewhere. The Haynes manual I have doesn't go into much detail. Or...
Forum: Cooling
05-23-2004, 05:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,405
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

My car was running the same way with me. All I...

My car was running the same way with me.
All I did was put a 180 deg. thermostat, a 200* on - 176* off Hypertech fan switch from Jeg's (switch comes with a new connector).
After this, I can set at...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-22-2004, 01:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 403
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

A/C Question

My A/C doesn't seem to wanna cool very well.

Does anyone know if there were any problems with 3rd gen. A/C systems?
I just put a new blower motor on last year. The air itself is cool, but it...
Forum: Car Audio
05-18-2004, 07:39 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 9,709
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

That "BOSS" crap you buy at flea markets is some...

That "BOSS" crap you buy at flea markets is some pretty rough stuff.
Forum: Car Audio
05-16-2004, 04:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 560
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Anyone who installs audio equipment...

Anyone who installs audio equipment (professionally) should be able to help you. If I were in your shoes, I'd search the net first (which is probably what you're doing now). If I couldn't find the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-11-2004, 07:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I've not pulled the valve covers to check for...

I've not pulled the valve covers to check for blockages or seal trouble yet. Other people have told me the same thing, ede.

It is definitely oil coming from the right side pipe. When I felt of it,...
Forum: Fabrication
05-11-2004, 07:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 880
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I appreciate the info man. That MIG PAK 10 sounds...

I appreciate the info man. That MIG PAK 10 sounds like what I'm looking for. My old cars, trucks and lawnmowers are all I'll need to be welding on. If I need to weld anything thicker than 1/4", I'll...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-09-2004, 05:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 453
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

headlight covers

I've been thinking of buying some headlight covers.

Question is, how do these install? I've heard horror stories about them flying out at high speeds. Do you snap'em, screw'em, or what?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-09-2004, 04:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 767
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Coming up behind me, is not the problem. It's...

Coming up behind me, is not the problem. It's meeting them that bothers me.

To answer your question, I'm sure they're not going to outlaw them if they're coming out on the new vehicles.

What...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2004, 04:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

blowing oil from exhaust?

Why would oil blow out the right side of the exhaust on start-up. Are the rings gone on that side of the engine?

All I know is , when the engine is fired up, and you stand in front of the right...
Forum: Exhaust
05-09-2004, 04:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 526
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I can tell you right now, you'll get alot of...

I can tell you right now, you'll get alot of feedback from this thread. There's so many different opinions.
Have you looked at any of the previous threads on this subject?

Anyway, from all my...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-09-2004, 03:22 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,499
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

No one seems to want to stick to the subject, do...

No one seems to want to stick to the subject, do they, man?
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2004, 03:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 880
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Thanks, ede. I think you're right about choosing...

Thanks, ede. I think you're right about choosing GMAW. I'm not a big fan of FCAW (as for as heavy fab goes anyway). I'll stick with Miller or Lincoln due to the fact I can get parts through the...
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2004, 05:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 880
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

welder selection

Every time I turn around, I find I'm needing to weld something arond the house, whether it be on my vehicles or lawnmowers, etc.
What would be the best wire welder to purchase for general use on...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-01-2004, 11:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 661
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I sure appreciate that info on TPI and I agree to...

I sure appreciate that info on TPI and I agree to an extent. I'd like to hear some of the arguments between these 2 selections because I know there's some one who doesn't agree. You know, the pros...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-30-2004, 09:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 661
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Helloooo!!!!

Helloooo!!!!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-30-2004, 09:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,156
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I guess the previous owner of my car had extended...

I guess the previous owner of my car had extended warranty on the car was the reason the 305 block was replaced.

By the way, I'm on the east coast. I guess they had blocks laying all over the...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-29-2004, 08:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 661
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

From 305 To 350

I hope this is the right forum.

If a person changes his 305 to a 350 and he's not too worried about emission laws, would it be better to use the TPI set-up (from the 305) or do away with all the...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-29-2004, 07:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,343
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I guess I've pretty well decided the best way all...

I guess I've pretty well decided the best way all around is to get an old 350 block from the junk yard and build it myself. I've always wanted to try it. If I need help, I've got several people I can...
Forum: History / Originality
04-29-2004, 07:21 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,077
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I found mine on AUTOTRADER and found out it was...

I found mine on AUTOTRADER and found out it was only 15 mins. away. It was the original owner with all the records and bone stock. The worse thing about the car, was it had serious weather damage.
...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-28-2004, 07:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,343
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Well, how about sharing some of that fortune with...

Well, how about sharing some of that fortune with us so we can ride fast too! (HA!HA!)
Forum: History / Originality
04-28-2004, 07:16 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,077
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

But yours wasn't an IROC-Z

But yours wasn't an IROC-Z
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-28-2004, 07:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,156
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Tremo [B]Hummm.. ...

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Tremo
[B]Hummm..


Engine had bad bottom end knocking (warranty repair, they replaced the engine) ...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-28-2004, 06:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,343
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Man, I don't see anyone giving you crap over...

Man, I don't see anyone giving you crap over anything. I was surfing the boards and everywhere I saw this one fellow reply, some of you were right behind him nailing him for everything he said. As I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2004, 08:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,156
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

The only thing that's actually left me stranded...

The only thing that's actually left me stranded is I keep locking my key in the car (I only have one and I,m too sorry to go get one made).

When I changed my pulleys, I didn't get the water pump...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2004, 08:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 507
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Why it's been that long since your oil was...

Why it's been that long since your oil was changed, I don't know but, I'd change it, run it a couple hundred miles, and change it again to get the sludge out.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2004, 08:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,085
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Build you one, man. It's worth it.

Build you one, man. It's worth it.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-27-2004, 08:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,343
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

You guys are following this fellow (Kandied) all...

You guys are following this fellow (Kandied) all over the boards and just wearing him out, ain't you?

It sounds like someone got mad when they're car didn't perform like he thought it should and,...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-25-2004, 04:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,256
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Yeah, like what kinda paint/system did you use?

Yeah, like what kinda paint/system did you use?
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-25-2004, 04:06 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,499
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Yeah, I could have probably made some better...

Yeah, I could have probably made some better looking welds on the headers I got from Edelbrock. There was spatter all over mine!
Forum: History / Originality
04-25-2004, 03:54 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,077
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

You're right. I thought I was getting a good deal...

You're right. I thought I was getting a good deal 2 yrs ago when I gave $2500 for my Iroc-z. Now I see them all the time for the same price but, alot better shape than mine was.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-25-2004, 12:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,343
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Well, what I wanted to do is pull the 305 out...

Well, what I wanted to do is pull the 305 out right off the bat 2yrs ago. The reason I didn't is because I can't stay out of it long enough. I have other cars but I always seem to jump in this one...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-25-2004, 04:24 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,551
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

I thought I'd slip in a question on your thread,...

I thought I'd slip in a question on your thread, man. Hpoe you don't mind. Are the 305 heads put on '88 tpi Iroc 305s already set up for a 350?, or would they need "adjustments"?
Forum: Body
04-25-2004, 03:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 440
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Someone at GM should be able to tell you where...

Someone at GM should be able to tell you where you can get the part you need (since they don't carry ANYTHING we need anymore). I'm not sure what you're problem is but, I've fixed some of my leaks...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-25-2004, 03:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,343
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Thanks for all the replies, folk. You are all...

Thanks for all the replies, folk. You are all right in what you're saying. The only reason I considered the engine I was talking about was it seemed to be the set-up I was looking for (with the TPI...
Forum: Body
04-22-2004, 07:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,658
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Yeah, lets just pour gallons of paint on the top...

Yeah, lets just pour gallons of paint on the top of the car and blow it around with the air hose HA!HA!
Forum: Body
04-22-2004, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 440
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

Try the junk yard. Where I leave, old t-tops are...

Try the junk yard. Where I leave, old t-tops are all over the yard for some reason. If not, try ebay.
Forum: Body
04-22-2004, 07:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 463
Posted By jmd88iroc-z

First , I would find out why all the grease was...

First , I would find out why all the grease was under there. To clean it , I would get it as high off the ground as I could and spray a good degreaser underneath, let it set awhile, then pressure...
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