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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-03-2008, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 760
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: fuel pressure problem

so I ran a 1" rubber hose from the return side of the FPR to a gas can and all pulsation ceased. I guess my next step is to look for kinks or obstructions in the retun line. Do you think I could use...
Forum: Carburetors
09-03-2008, 09:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,091
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: fuel pressure problem

so I ran a 1" rubber hose from the return side of the FPR to a gas can and all pulsation ceased. I guess my next step is to look for kinks or obstructions in the retun line. Do you think I could use...
Forum: Carburetors
08-29-2008, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,091
Posted By 91formulaSS

fuel pressure problem

I already posted this in the "Tech General" section but no one seems to know why this is happening. (Mods: if this isn't kosher feel free to delete) I figure maybe some carb guys who've done this...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-29-2008, 08:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 760
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: fuel pressure problem

here's some pics of my setup. Anyone have any thoughts?

http://s464.photobucket.com/albums/rr10/91FormulaSS/?action=view&current=DSC01556.jpg
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-28-2008, 11:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 760
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: fuel pressure problem

The TBI unit is not installed on the motor. I'm using a Holley 4150 carb and a Mallory 4309 regulator. I just spoke to a Mallory tech and he stated I need a return line equal to or larger than the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-27-2008, 02:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 760
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: fuel pressure problem

stock TBI pump. stock hardlines to engine bay. stock rubber flexlines to the regulator. I cut the connectors plus few inches off the stock hardlines that go to and from the TBI and had them flared...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-27-2008, 01:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 760
Posted By 91formulaSS

fuel pressure problem

can anyone explain this one? first off I swapped a holley 4150 for TBI, used a Mallory 4309 FPR with stock in-tank pump. when I set the pressure to anything over 4 psi the pressure gauge needle...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-19-2008, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 401
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: oil primer really necessary?

yeah, there was still some oil left in the pan so they definitly ran it before it shipped. but I bought it second hand from a guy who never ended up using it and I just don't know how long it's been...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-19-2008, 10:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 401
Posted By 91formulaSS

oil primer really necessary?

OK here's the story: I know this mechanic who lets me use one of his bays with a lift and all his tools for what I think is cheap money. I use it for big jobs that I don't want to do in my driveway....
Forum: Engine Swap
08-05-2008, 02:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 779
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: Exhaust manifolds for engine break-in

Thanks 5-7. thats what I thought, I mean ceramic coating is meant for high heat right, like in excess of 1000*F. so I can't see it being a major problem. I have heard with a flat tappet cam, durring...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-05-2008, 01:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 779
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: Exhaust manifolds for engine break-in

Is this a concern for a roller cammed motor? I'd hate to ruin my pretty ceramic coated headers. LOL
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-05-2008, 01:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: break-in and EOS

think I'll use it anyways.......unless anyone can think of a good reason not to?
Forum: Engine Swap
08-04-2008, 11:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 490
Posted By 91formulaSS

break-in and EOS

I know it's needed for a flat tappet break-in, but is there any benefit using EOS for a roller motor break-in? This is for a ZZ4. I read in the GMPP catalog that it should be used during break-in...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-04-2008, 09:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 491
Posted By 91formulaSS

motor swap - which flywheel?

swapping in a ZZ4 and am going to use a new flywheel. GM offers two options for our cars - standard weight 25lb came of L03 cars and light weight 16lb came of TPI cars. I originally have the 25# one....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-04-2008, 09:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By 91formulaSS

break-in and EOS

I know it's needed for a flat tappet break-in, but is there any benefit using EOS for a roller motor break-in? This is for a ZZ4. I read in the GMPP catalog that it should be used during break-in...
Forum: Carburetors
08-01-2008, 11:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

Thanks Badass355. I think I'll stick with just the factory filter for now. I actually just got off the phone with summit and ordered everything. Motor came in today too. can't wait.

I was...
Forum: Carburetors
07-22-2008, 02:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

sorry for the confusion - this carb stuff is all new to me. Do I need one of those in-line fuel filters by the carb? or is the stock one by the gas tank enough?
Forum: Carburetors
07-22-2008, 07:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

Thanks 5-7 & Apeiron



you mean to mount the carb, or for the throttle bracketry? If I can't use the studs in the installation kit - what do I use? I assume I need some of the parts in the kit,...
Forum: Carburetors
07-21-2008, 02:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

so GM used a 750 to get the highest rated HP/TQ numbers, and that is also what they recommend. But I'd probabbly be better off on the street with something smaller? I think I'll go with the 650DP...
Forum: Carburetors
07-21-2008, 01:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

for a street car - daily driver? They do look nice, and they do have "crate motor" carbs, but the cheapest is around $600 for a 4150. Thanks for the recommendation, but I think I'm going with a...
Forum: Carburetors
07-21-2008, 08:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By 91formulaSS

charcoal canister

can I still use it with a Holley DP?
Forum: Carburetors
07-21-2008, 07:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

I just read the ZZ4 installation manual, and confirmed GM recommends a 750 vacuum or mechanical secondary carb. If I go with a 650 will I be holding the motor back much? I assume I'll have better...
Forum: Carburetors
07-17-2008, 02:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

so this is what I'm looking at:

carb: http://www.holley.com/0-4777C.asp

choke kit: http://www.holley.com/45-224.asp

Figure I’ll need the installation kit: http://www.holley.com/20-124.asp
...
Forum: Carburetors
07-17-2008, 01:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: carb recommendations

Thanks Apeiron.

yeah, I was asking about throttle linkage. sorry if I worded that weird. so your saying my TBI linkage will work?
Forum: Carburetors
07-17-2008, 01:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By 91formulaSS

carb recommendations

got a relatively good deal on a ZZ4. going infront of a T5 and I need a carb recommendation. was thinking Holley 650-750DP. but don't want to overcarb as this will be mostly street driven. GM...
Forum: Exhaust
07-10-2008, 03:42 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 51,125
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: EPA Information And Removing The Catalytic Converter

When you have the time, this long article demolishes claims of man-made global warming pretty thoroughly.

http://www.middlebury.net/op-ed/global-warming-01.html

This is one pretty interesting...
Forum: Exhaust
07-10-2008, 03:02 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 51,125
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: EPA Information And Removing The Catalytic Converter

are we worried about errosion now?????? becasue that why we are losing beach front.

Your comments go to show what a modern "higher" education is worth. And you prove your own point that the US...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-20-2008, 11:17 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,872
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: What do you think of Royal Purple?

actually, I've heard Super Tech synthetic uses Mobil 1 base stock. Also, Mobil is what the "M" in AMSOIL stands for. They use Mobil base stocks too. The only thing different between them is the...
Forum: Exhaust
06-20-2008, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 494
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: exhaust cut out

[QUOTE=Kevin91Z;3796744]That's just crazy and unbelievable. QUOTE]

But it's true. No more sniffer at all come Oct. 1st. Not even a 2-speed idle test. Only OBDII cars get any kind of emissions...
Forum: North East Region
06-18-2008, 07:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 645
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: anyone from ma. with emisions info

What kind of emissions test is being administered?
Answer: The emissions testing beginning October 1, 2008 will be either the OBD or opacity test for heavy-duty diesel powered vehicles.

I believe...
Forum: Exhaust
06-17-2008, 10:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,449
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: headers without a.i.r.

The "other AIR tube" is actually for EGR. I think it's the corvette style external EGR for heads that don't have the internal passages.
Forum: North East Region
06-10-2008, 03:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 645
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: anyone from ma. with emisions info

it's true. we're exempt 10/1/08. not even a 2-speed idle test.

http://www.mass.gov/rmv/inspections/index.htm
Forum: North East Region
06-10-2008, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 611
Posted By 91formulaSS

Good News on MA State Emissions Test

we're exempt!

Starting October 1, 2008 all emissions testing will be either OBD or opacity tests for heavy duty diesel
more here
http://www.mass.gov/rmv/inspections/index.htm
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-06-2008, 10:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 430
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: Shock Travel??????

ttt..............no one knows what would cause my rear suspension to bottom out after about an inch of travel?

LCA binding maybe?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-04-2008, 10:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 430
Posted By 91formulaSS

Shock Travel??????

First off I installed Eibach Pro-Kit springs & Bilstein HD shocks a few years ago. When I press down on the rear something bottoms out after about and inch of travel. The only problem is the bump...
Forum: Exhaust
06-02-2008, 11:45 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,331
Posted By 91formulaSS

Re: Cat or Not Cat?

Not trying to hijack this thread but.............I was looking at a 3" Magnaflow cat and was wondering wheather to go with the "standard" or "spun metalic" type? does anyone know the difference? I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-22-2006, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,856
Posted By 91formulaSS

Do you have to gut the housing to do that? or can...

Do you have to gut the housing to do that? or can you do it with the rear fully assembled? lube and all?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-19-2006, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 868
Posted By 91formulaSS

10% ethanol in everything here in Mass. 87...

10% ethanol in everything here in Mass. 87 through 93 octane. I personally don't like it. Both of my V8's seem to ping now and mileage seems to have gone down. who knows what's being chemically...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-17-2006, 02:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 720
Posted By 91formulaSS

I think the Firehawks started off with 1LE...

I think the Firehawks started off with 1LE suspension. What SLP did from there I'm not sure
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-06-2006, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 429
Posted By 91formulaSS

no problems here. I have the Eibach Pro kit too....

no problems here. I have the Eibach Pro kit too. it rubbed a little on the inner fender lining after lowering, but that went away after the alignment. no rubbing on the struts though.
Forum: Body
12-08-2005, 08:37 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,509
Posted By 91formulaSS

If you have to use a shop, that;s usually the...

If you have to use a shop, that;s usually the best kind to go to. If the guy's got all the "hight tech" toys and fancy tools, that's usually because he's been ripping people off and can afford it....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-21-2005, 01:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,463
Posted By 91formulaSS

notice any adverse effects?

notice any adverse effects?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-20-2005, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,826
Posted By 91formulaSS

It's true. The bearing is mounted in a sort of...

It's true. The bearing is mounted in a sort of rubber biscuit. And yes, that is why people go with the billet or steel mounts that have solid bearings in them. No deflection.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-26-2005, 11:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 762
Posted By 91formulaSS

track bar = panhard bar. the one above it is the...

track bar = panhard bar. the one above it is the track bar brace or panhard bar brace. :)
Forum: Brakes
09-20-2005, 02:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,762
Posted By 91formulaSS

So they wont fit under 17" huh?

So they wont fit under 17" huh?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-16-2005, 01:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 457
Posted By 91formulaSS

My Hurst shifter came with the boot described...

My Hurst shifter came with the boot described above. It fit over the stops and totally sealed the shifter mechanism. It even came with a zip tie to make sure it didn't come off the base, although it...
Forum: Southern California Area
09-13-2005, 02:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,140
Posted By 91formulaSS

In that regard, aluminum has similar properties....

In that regard, aluminum has similar properties. Powdered aluminum is a component in many rocket fuels and I know the military uses it some bombs, daisy cutters come to mind.
Forum: Body
09-09-2005, 10:32 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 5,624
Posted By 91formulaSS

And why would his mom tell you he's home? He's...

And why would his mom tell you he's home? He's obviously avoiding you. Stake out his house.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-08-2005, 03:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,345
Posted By 91formulaSS

Mine are just as the pic shows, except the're...

Mine are just as the pic shows, except the're tubular.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-08-2005, 01:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,345
Posted By 91formulaSS

I think it's the old Spohn ones, before he went...

I think it's the old Spohn ones, before he went with tubular pieces. If not, It's the same design anyways. ;)
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