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Forum: Brakes
04-22-2010, 05:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 25,586
Posted By cusz28

Re: C6 Z06 brakes vs. CTS-V brakes?

I'm dumb. these are the new camaro brakes, yes? how much would this setup cost to run, i like.
Forum: Engine Swap
03-24-2010, 02:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 862
Posted By cusz28

Re: 305 tbi to 305 carbed

I knew it was something like that, haha. thanks for coming to the rescue 5/7.
Forum: Engine Swap
03-24-2010, 12:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 862
Posted By cusz28

Re: 305 tbi to 305 carbed

It should work, but you need to make sure the bolt pattern for the intakes are the same. I believe they changed it in 86 to the newer style, but i would double check and make sure. the flywheel will...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-24-2010, 12:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,168
Posted By cusz28

Lt1 rev kit

I see people running AFR's hydra rev kit alot on lt1's, but AFR states that it will not fit?. I'm using cast iron impala ss heads and I would love to know what needs to be done to use this kit. Any...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-12-2010, 05:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By cusz28

Re: Help! Were can I get these!

thank you for all your help! but unfortunately, i still can not find this exact style. i looked at everything ebay and oew has, and they have some awesome stuff. thank you. I like the look of the c6...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-09-2010, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By cusz28

Help! Were can I get these!

These would look DEAD sexy on a third gen, But i can't find them... PLEASE HELP!!! I WANT!!! :help:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-05-2010, 02:29 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 187,666
Posted By cusz28

Re: Can i run 700r4 without lockup?

I had a problem with a 4l60e with the lockup circuit not working, and i called a tranny shop about it. they said it will make the trans run hotter and will block a fluid passage to the rear bearings....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-05-2010, 01:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,038
Posted By cusz28

Re: 4 speed auto to 5 speed Camaro conversion question.

For some reason, this thread seems wrong to me. I never thought chevy had made a 5 speed auto, just the 2,3,4, and the new 6 speed. what is the trans code? if it starts with 4 it's a four speed...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-05-2009, 12:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,918
Posted By cusz28

Re: 1986 2.8L Firebird to 1996 SS Impala LT1 swap

he sent me one, lol.
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-05-2009, 12:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,330
Posted By cusz28

Re: VVT engine in a thirdgen (how I made it fit)

iansane, beautiful car. how'd you do the brakes? did you turn rotor off the stock hub? I love the wheels and the grand sport stripe.
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-04-2009, 11:58 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 27,578
Posted By cusz28

Re: lt1 swap headers needed

Nice car, BTW. Really good work. I would by some good ceramic coated headers, but I already have the exhaust system done although it was on there when i got it. It's decent, but will need doing again...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 677
Posted By cusz28

Re: Lt1 in 86 t/a dash lights

you, my friend, have a really bitchin electrical problem, lol. pull the fuse for the turn signals and head lights. if the problem stops, it's before your fuse probably under the dash somewhere, if...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 08:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,918
Posted By cusz28

Re: 1986 2.8L Firebird to 1996 SS Impala LT1 swap

nice. can't wait to see it. the impala ss lt1's had the best heads (besides the lt4), thery're identicle to iron vortec heads and accompanying mods. the corvette and camaro aluminum heads actually...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 08:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,041
Posted By cusz28

Re: lt1 schrader valve problem please help!

as would i. but the whole point of the forum is to give the original poster options and opinions. of course getting a new one is the best way to go, safe and trouble free, but it's not his only...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 01:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,041
Posted By cusz28

Re: lt1 schrader valve problem please help!

you can try brazing the crack shut. just pull the rail and line out, completely dry it out, clean the metal, and braze it back on with a propane torch. just take the schraeder core out when you do it...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 01:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,330
Posted By cusz28

Re: VVT engine in a thirdgen (how I made it fit)

dude... seriously... that is REALLY fricken cool!!! I wonder why nobody else has done this yet. variable cam phasers have been in the chevy aftermarket since the sixties, but it's always been a black...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 12:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,918
Posted By cusz28

Re: 1986 2.8L Firebird to 1996 SS Impala LT1 swap

hey pocket, are your prices the same for all lt1 harnesses? got a l99 harness from a 94 caprice that needs to be done up for my car. it needs opti, mas air, a/c, and 4l60e. i'm using a 16188051...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 12:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,918
Posted By cusz28

Re: 1986 2.8L Firebird to 1996 SS Impala LT1 swap

good man... i will be the first to argue that the impala motors are the best lt1's besides the corvette having four bolt mains. i got a 95 impala ss motor goin in my 83 z. do some exhaust work, pick...
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-02-2009, 12:27 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 27,578
Posted By cusz28

Re: lt1 swap headers needed

i'm having good luck with my hooker super comp setup. you might want to take a look into them. they have air tubes too. the only downside is that they're shorties. i've seen long tubes fit in a third...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-31-2009, 02:04 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 318,527
Posted By cusz28

Re: LT1 Wiring for dummies

last one, i promise. also to note, the computer tag picture is the good computer to get. it has removable knock sensitivity modules, is flash programmable, and can control maf, and auto tranny. the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-31-2009, 02:01 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 318,527
Posted By cusz28

Re: LT1 Wiring for dummies

more pics
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-31-2009, 01:58 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 318,527
Posted By cusz28

Re: LT1 Wiring for dummies

here are some pics i just took of my harness. it's laid out on top of my old 305 (my lt1 is on a stand). looking at everything from the front of the car, the computer is up by the driver's side head...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-31-2009, 01:19 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 318,527
Posted By cusz28

Re: LT1 Wiring for dummies

I;m swapping an lt1 form a 95 impala ss into an 83 z28, and i'm using the harness from a 94 caprice with a l99 4.3. same harness and computer, no big deal. the reason for getting the 94-95 lt1's is...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-18-2009, 09:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 639
Posted By cusz28

NEED NWC T5!!

WTB!!! NWC T5 for project. It does not have to have a tail section, just the gear case and input shaft. everything else will be sourced elsewhere from different vehicles.

Reason being,...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-18-2009, 09:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 735
Posted By cusz28

Re: T56 in Ohio

what year is it? lt1 or ls1?
Forum: Body
09-09-2009, 09:07 PM
Replies: 312
Views: 217,073
Posted By cusz28

Re: 4th Gen Interior/Exterior compatibilty List

I'm not trying to ressurect a dead thread, but i'm interested in the corvette interior swap that someone had questioned about. is there another thread for this? search turned up nothing.
Forum: Brakes
02-09-2009, 01:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,989
Posted By cusz28

Re: help, i can remove my wheel. seems to be welded to drum

This is a common problem with almost any car that has aluminum wheels. the wheel's tolerances are much tighter than steel wheels and corrosion between the two metals (aluminum and iron don't mix...
Forum: Carburetors
02-09-2009, 12:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 614
Posted By cusz28

Re: Fuel Pressure Setting

I'm running a 781 (I think thats what it is) holley street avenger in a 71 chevy truck, and i used one of those chrome holley pressure regulators for use with those blue top holley electric pumps. I...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-08-2009, 11:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,935
Posted By cusz28

Re: Camaro Chassis Specs Needed!!

My mistake, Torque Arm (same deal, just not boxed in around drive shaft). At no point did I ever say CG stays the same, I think i acctually agreed with you about this -BUT- every trim model third gen...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-08-2009, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,935
Posted By cusz28

Re: Camaro Chassis Specs Needed!!

thank you for the wb. my car is an '83 z with a 305, 700r4, 15 inch wheels, and a quick ratio steering box. i completely understand how different things will affect suspension characteristics, but...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-07-2009, 11:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,935
Posted By cusz28

Camaro Chassis Specs Needed!!

I need to find numbers about the camaro/ firebird's chassis, like wheelbase, track, i/c (instant center), center of gravity, roll center, scrub radius, blah blah blah... If anyone knows where I can...
Forum: Fabrication
12-21-2008, 10:03 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 52,791
Posted By cusz28

Re: framing a f-body

A 6.5 in an f-body? I'm lead to believe any diesel motor is better than that hunk of crap. as far as a diesel swap into anything, you have two choices, Duramax or cummins. I was debating swapping a...
Forum: Fabrication
02-23-2008, 05:55 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,125
Posted By cusz28

Re: Looking to convert to AWD

Is this thread dead? if not, i have some good info...
Forum: Carburetors
09-30-2004, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,726
Posted By cusz28

five7kid, I know where your coming from with the...

five7kid, I know where your coming from with the "not good"part of your post. Yet be reminded that you need to test your car and tune the "spring only" a.v. so it doesn't bog. And as for the visual...
Forum: Carburetors
09-30-2004, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,126
Posted By cusz28

Well, NoTransistors, when I first bought my car,...

Well, NoTransistors, when I first bought my car, the computer was shot, the engine harness left much to be desired, and the exhaust system was cat-less. so, I guess it wasn't sooo bad afterall. as...
Forum: Carburetors
09-25-2004, 08:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,726
Posted By cusz28

I forgot to add something. after you are done...

I forgot to add something. after you are done with the secondaries tuning, you can unplug and cap off the vaccum line to the vaccum secondary actuator, you won't need it anymore.
Forum: Carburetors
09-25-2004, 08:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,726
Posted By cusz28

No, no never mind. you cna tell if your...

No, no never mind. you cna tell if your secondaries are opening is 1. open the hood, 2. remove your air cleaner. 3. start the car with the door open and start reving the engine. if you hang out of...
Forum: Carburetors
09-25-2004, 07:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,126
Posted By cusz28

Not to throw a wrench in your plans, but try this...

Not to throw a wrench in your plans, but try this insanly stupid sounding idea if nothing else works. Open up the under-dash cover on the passenger side and disconnect you computer. Then, start...
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