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Forum: DIY PROM
05-24-2011, 07:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,344
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: L98 smells like running rich after T56 swap.

until you open a bin file there is to much to list. Download tunerpro find a auto bin and manual bin and run a compare that will help you understand why it's need.... these ECMs are a lot smarter...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-17-2011, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,344
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: L98 smells like running rich after T56 swap.

i'm sure everything is way off ... replace to a manual bin file everything else should be ok for the most part
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-09-2011, 08:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Vette with 3:54s....

thanks man. You are right, I need to think about the entire setup. I like the sound of 3:54 gears but with this crappy TPI it makes my stomach turn. I wonder if I should rather do a carb setup...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-09-2011, 08:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,054
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: How does my pattern look to you?

yeah dude thats money. And the crush sleeve is crap (trash it), for strength a soild spacers is a good investment. Dealerships used that crap on the assemby line to save time and slap units togther,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-05-2011, 08:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Vette with 3:54s....

I don't have a cam. It's all been ported. The heads are not ported though. Do you think I should slap a CAM in it I rather not invest to much more in the motor? Also wonder what my RPM at is...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-04-2011, 02:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,054
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: How does my pattern look to you?

Take pics and reposted them again. It's always nice to have a third eye. and now just reply to my post "vette with 3:54 gears" I need some advice :)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-04-2011, 02:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,054
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: How does my pattern look to you?

You are in the range of passing for sure. If you plan on racing or applying more power, I would myself shoot for about 7 or 8 on backlash so it's more centered. More Contact. Trying to remember...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-04-2011, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By 8UpAFord

Vette with 3:54s....

I know it’s not an F-body, but I like to ask people on this site. There is more knowledge here then a lot of other sites.

Anyway I have 88 Vette with 2:59 gears housed in a Dana 36. I’d like to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-01-2011, 01:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,143
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: aftermarket servo reinstall problem!

Wow you just gave me haunting memorys of when I did mine. I had the very same problem about 2 years ago.... I cussed everything in the world out...
I'm sorry i can't remember perfectly, but I think...
Forum: TPI
12-14-2010, 08:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,338
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Fuel Injector Issue/Question

Bump... Anyone know if I should be running these injectors at 36PSI @ WOT
Forum: TPI
12-13-2010, 07:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,338
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Fuel Injector Issue/Question

BTW thanks again for going out of your way to provide me this information!!!
Forum: TPI
12-13-2010, 07:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,338
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Fuel Injector Issue/Question

Thanks again for all the help! I tested and thinking that I had 24lb injectors this what i did. Before I saw this post...

Modified my BIN file for 24lb
Adjusted my Fuel Pressure to 45PSI at WOT....
Forum: TPI
12-13-2010, 04:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,338
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Fuel Injector Issue/Question

Thank You Very much. I will call now also the part numbers

5720D790
10108481
Forum: TPI
12-13-2010, 02:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,338
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Fuel Injector Issue/Question

Cool I'll give you the numbers tonight. I appreshate you going out of your way to help me. Would it be possible to give me the brand name too?

If I do happen to have 24lb, are “Single Fire FI...
Forum: TPI
12-12-2010, 11:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,338
Posted By 8UpAFord

Fuel Injector Issue/Question

Hi All,

Long story short, I'm not sure if I have 22 or 24lb injectors... I'd appreciate some advice please.



With my fuel pressure set at 42-45 PSI WOT, my results.
- (Open Loop) rich cold...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-30-2010, 07:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,860
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: aluminum driveshaft fail... pics

Yeah make sure you have correct driveline angle. The angle could still be bad even if you replace the control Arm if it did cause it? Is this thing lowered? The pinion angle and driveshaft angle...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-26-2010, 12:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 725
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Going to bat against a shady transmission guy - Any Advice?

sounds like you got the ole pickel in a jar deal
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-25-2010, 07:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 747
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: slushy 700R4 shifting, rebuild or replace?

I did'nt read the entire post _ sorry. I will tell you this. if you kept up with tranny services, fuild,filter apprear clean not burnt and If you don't have any slipage during shifts with lower...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-23-2010, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,835
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: If torque converter is bad, is the transmission bad too?

First thing is to check line pressure in all gears. make sure you have enough fuild just in case. I'd drop the pan too check for metal.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-23-2010, 12:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,327
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 700R4 A/T; 1-2 shift @ 22mph

Im assuming since you didn't rebuild you at least flushed the trans,lines and radiator and replaced the filter? otherwise sounds like you have amoney pit going
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-19-2010, 12:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: WTF anyone else experience this?

it will come out just work it lightly up and down and evenly. it's very fine in there so be careful not score up the walls. I think I sparyed some break clean to get it out too.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2010, 03:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 598
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: deep or finned pan?

I'd just do a transcooler so you by pass the radiator, and there cheap. Otherwise Deep or finned eirther one will run with what the radiator temp is.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2010, 11:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 826
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Slightly low line pressure and won't downshift under throttle

it's design is like that from factory. Yes do a shift kit should help but you could have some bad seals not sure . if you got alot of miles on it might as rebuild it too.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2010, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,569
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: How can i make my 700r4 handle the nitrous......help please

raptor parts and make sure you put a good shift kit in it
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2010, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 548
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 700r4 Rebuild Advice

Once I rebuild my trans I'm putting Raptor parts in it. I wanta say the most a 700r can handle is about 700HP even with the very best parts.

I love shift kits, and if you are the same like me...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-24-2009, 07:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 742
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 700R4 Guru wanted

yeah bro i the stock govy shifts about 4500-4800 if left in OD to shift on its own, since are cars don't pull much pass that RPM. See if you can get more info about the kit and what was really done.
Forum: DIY PROM
08-21-2009, 02:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 695
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Knocking above 1900rpms

prehaps you might have a small exhaust leak when going back togther with the exhausr causing a lean mixture + carbon = detenation??

What are the LT and ST BLM after 1900 RPMs
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-20-2009, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,286
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 3rd gear soft shift

lockup slips anyway so it won't help much...

88vette with 2.59 gears and trans go 2-3 kit, I bang out 1-2 any time I want and very firm 2-3 hahah I bet once it gets colder out it might be able...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-20-2009, 12:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 742
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 700R4 Guru wanted

hopefully you don't have a problem in the VB. Are you sure you just don't have RPM gauge issue??? it's common. The stock govy shifts at 4500.

was this built as a slap stick??
whats the fuild...
Forum: TPI
08-19-2009, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,453
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 89 LB9 injectors replaced with 3.8 series 1 injectors..

I’d try to match all up If possible at least and with money I understand. But the spray pattern is going to differ slightly at least get them all the same.
Forum: TPI
08-19-2009, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,453
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 89 LB9 injectors replaced with 3.8 series 1 injectors..

check your plugs, it should tell you if you are running rich/lean. on the other hand I would have replaced 8 injectors same time with new bosch or svo but thats just me...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-04-2009, 03:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 322
Posted By 8UpAFord

Installing 3.54 soon recommendations on parts list.

Please don't hate me it's a vette. I respect this site and the people are very knowledgeable, it's why I post today. I know there are some vette guys here too .

It’s an 88Vette mostly stock. ...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-28-2009, 08:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 903
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: ProBuiltAutomatics: Dana!!

I don't know what kit you have? Your talking about the Servo correct? I had the 2-3 and jr kit. I put a blue spring in mine. but if you are only using the 2-3 kit I think you leave them out and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-27-2009, 01:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 903
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: ProBuiltAutomatics: Dana!!

I just bought a kit myself. Dana is a busy man, I had the same problem. He should call back.... Whats the questions? I might be able to help. What kit is it?
Forum: DIY PROM
04-23-2009, 08:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 612
Posted By 8UpAFord

Closed loop sooner, easy question?

Hi All,

I have a 160 Thermostat. My problem is my check engine light kicks on under 185* I get the O2 Rich mixture check engine light. I believe it's due to the car running cooler it richens...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-20-2009, 08:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 773
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Pro built Auto 700R4 shifts softly 1-2.

Anyone have any Idea? This seems like its going to be fun!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2009, 08:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 773
Posted By 8UpAFord

Pro built Auto 700R4 shifts softly 1-2.

I was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction please. I installed a pro built Kit it’s a combo of Transgo 2-3 and Jr-Kit for a 700R4 ($142).
My problems are:
1) I went to drive...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-31-2009, 07:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,129
Posted By 8UpAFord

Shift kit Advice Please for a 1988 Corvette 700R4

Hi All,

I was wonder if I can get some advice please? I have a 88 Vette 700R4 102K Miles. I was planning on rebuilding my Trans but there is not really a need for it so I was going to hook up a...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-17-2009, 08:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

I'm sorry ok makes sense. It's got the correct plugs for the heads. Given the circumstances do you all think it's going to pass this time? Do you think more denatured will help it pass for sure? ...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-17-2009, 07:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

Thanks for all your help guys. But I’m confessed as to what this mean Rbob “Using the long 3/4" reach flat gasket seat spark plugs?” You mean break loose the plugs ¾ turn?

Last night we add 1qt...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-16-2009, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

it's got vette heads on it, so the SA tables match up. So we'll give it a another shot. I do apreshate all the help.

It's got a clean tune up. It runs a little dirty I think becasue the cats...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-16-2009, 11:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

Awesome Rbob,

Thanks very much. Sorry to bother you with this last question. It sounds like this is all you want me to do am I correct? 6 degrees and 1 qt denatured.

Should I include the...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-16-2009, 08:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

Anyone have any more good advice please? Or that can verify this

Thanks
Forum: DIY PROM
03-15-2009, 09:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

Redngold86z,

Is this the table I need to change below? Should they all be at 400mv. It's a ARAP/165 EPROM. Thanks
Closed Loop Rich/Lean Threshold vs. Airflow

gm/sec ...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-15-2009, 09:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

Ok I'll try bring it to 400mv, I'm burning his EPROMs for him.

Also told him to put his MAF screens back in I have a feeling it's casuing a rich mix.

Do you think more Denatured Achool will...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-14-2009, 02:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,878
Posted By 8UpAFord

My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions

My Friends 89 IROC 350 TPI Failed Emissions


15 MPH HC 0048/39 Pass 25MPH HC 0088/43 Pass
15 MPH CO% 00.19/0.49 Fail 25MPH CO% 00.28/0.44 Fail
15 MPH NO 0632/129 pass 25MPH NO 0614/331 pass
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-28-2008, 08:56 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 35,630
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: Can a car run with a broken crankshaft?

Good lord I did a seach for "cooler plugs" and couldn't help but to open this silly post can I car run with a broken crank


I feel about 15minutes smarter!:idiot:
Forum: DIY PROM
04-22-2008, 10:28 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,961
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 128 BLM vs. Wide band o2 ........ Results inside

I was thinking of tunning it to always run CL gas miles mean nothing to me I drive it maybe 5 miles a week at best.

Reason I like the idea is it sounds like much less paramitors to be changed...
Forum: DIY PROM
04-17-2008, 01:19 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 15,961
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: 128 BLM vs. Wide band o2 ........ Results inside

Wow very good inforamtion here. I've got a question if you all don't mind? I don't mean to change the direction of this thread but...

I'm wondering does it make sence to run only in open loop on...
Forum: TPI
02-28-2008, 02:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 585
Posted By 8UpAFord

Re: porting/boring runners... machining question

As I understand it theres a goopy gel you can run through the ports that can bore them. I'm sure it's mucho casho
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