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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2017, 03:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 51,751
Posted By online170

Re: Aluminum Intake, which RTV sealant to use????

thank god. i can finally install my intake. A few times i thought about reposting and asking for an update but i decided to be patient and just wait it out.

Thank you so much.





P.S.
(JK)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-01-2017, 06:42 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

wow, what a mess. WTH photobucket....

Ill try to clean this thread up when i get a chance, i still have the original photos saved.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-21-2016, 09:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,299
Posted By online170

Re: T56 Clutch Slip?

It held fine for the amount of time i owned the car. It was sold shortly after i got it sorted. It did get more grippy, and stayed that way till i sold the car.

Later on, the T56 came out and i...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-19-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 33,680
Posted By online170

Re: lt1 T56 swap FLYWHEEL choices & other parts?

I have no experience with it, but that sounds wierd. I didnt know such a creature existed.

In auto trans applications, whenever you spacer the flexplate or torque converter out, you have to spacer...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
04-03-2013, 09:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 451
Posted By online170

Need something Hauled? April 5th Weekend

Sorry for the short notice;

I have an empty trailer (car hauler double axle, full float) going from Ottawa Ontario to Hamilton. Actually departing from Casselman Ontario very late Friday April...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-31-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Yea, like thirdgen89gta said, im not sure what the confusion is.

The part you quoted are the same wires ALL the way through. You said they go below to the radio and then where? They got to the...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
03-27-2013, 09:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 633
Posted By online170

1987 Firebird Formula

THIS IS NOT MY CAR!
NOR IS IT MY AD!


However, it is my old car that I did alot of work on. So if youre considering buying it, and looking for info, give me a shout. I know it inside out.
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-27-2013, 09:07 AM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Hey guys;

The car in this thread that I did the T56 swap on, is for sale. I dont know the guy selling but I know the car very well. So if youre looking for info on the car, I have lots.
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-13-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Thats a clean looking undercarriage you got there!

How did you accomplish that?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-10-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

If I were to do it again; (THIS swap, this car, and this trans)

1) I would be much smarter about WHERE I purchase. Try to get as many of the parts at one place as possible, it will help you save...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-31-2012, 08:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 33,680
Posted By online170

Re: lt1 T56 swap FLYWHEEL choices & other parts?

Wow, when I did my swap in 2008, I must have searched for a week, and there was only the Centerforce and Fidanza ones available for the 2pc RMS.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2012, 07:46 AM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

No the other way around (T56 hydraulics on a T5). If you go back to the very first 2-3 posts, you'll see that my hydraulics(used) were damaged in shipping.

So i ordered a set from TPIparts.com. I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-16-2012, 07:06 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

It should work. When I swapped out the T56 for the T5, I didnt change the hydraulics. It was the same TPI parts stuff, left in the car.

Bolted up like a charm.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-26-2011, 09:47 AM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Actually I was arguing the exact opposite. I absolutely LOVED the way those pedals felt. I compared a few othe cars in this thread and how the clutch felt and this one felt exactly like the 2010...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-25-2011, 12:59 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Just grind the crap out of the hole in the bracket and make it bigger. I ground away bit by bit, but you can just take a big chunk out, no biggie. Use a washer when youre done. Extensions and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-25-2011, 12:15 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Post #9


You MAY also need to enlarge the 4 holes that go over the brake booster. I only enlarge 2 I think (been a while, but the info is in this thread).

Then One final hole that no one seems...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-22-2011, 10:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,389
Posted By online170

Re: T56 conversion parts overview (w/links)

I dunno man, not to knock what youve done, but I think its a bad place to skimp. Heres what happens to a cast peice if its abused too much. $400 is cheap insurance for a billet piece IMO. Youre right...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-22-2011, 08:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,389
Posted By online170

Re: T56 conversion parts overview (w/links)

might not be a bad way to go for stock...

But would make me nervous drilling out a stock piece (cast?) that much.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-22-2011, 07:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,389
Posted By online170

Re: T56 conversion parts overview (w/links)

I dont understand this. Did you have new holes drilled for the crank shaft pattern?

380448
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
03-20-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,390
Posted By online170

Re: online retailers in canada

I beleive they just have a warehouse. So you dont pay duty. But make sure you call ahead and see if they have the part.
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
03-14-2011, 03:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,390
Posted By online170

Re: online retailers in canada

pretty sure they got rid of those.
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
03-12-2011, 08:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,390
Posted By online170

Re: online retailers in canada

Wow can we make this a sticky??

A freind of mine bought Crane Gold roller rockers from performanceparts.com. The price was almost the same as summit. He didnt know they had a cdn warehouse....
Forum: Body
01-31-2011, 01:05 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 33,089
Posted By online170

Re: ground effects removal and paint

Thats exactly what was used. This was the "flex" agent part of it in a can.

It sprayed on clear and was tacky like glue almost. Then a 2 part epoxy high build primer was sprayed in 3 coats....
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
12-18-2010, 06:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,858
Posted By online170

Re: Ever order anything from Jeg's or Summit?

:yup:You are right. I just know when i get charged for it. Thanks for the correction.
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
12-04-2010, 09:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,858
Posted By online170

Re: Ever order anything from Jeg's or Summit?

Duty is a brokerage fee that someone charges you for importing your goods for you.

Tax is tax, you pay it always. If you go across the border and pick up the part yourself, you only pay Tax,...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
12-04-2010, 09:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,858
Posted By online170

Re: Ever order anything from Jeg's or Summit?

Dscott;

Ive done both. Are you sure about the fuel cell being that far off? Usually Jegs and Summit are pretty close in price for this kinda stuff. Max difference of maybe $50 over a 300-400 part....
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
11-24-2010, 09:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 859
Posted By online170

Re: Need help about tickets

Read the ticket carefully, it should say you have 72 hours to fix it and show up at a cop shop to prove the fixes.

I had a ticket for no front plate (was in the window), so i made up a bracket to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-12-2010, 07:58 AM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Youre stuck with the option you originally listed then and the $300 price tag unfortunately.

The programmable speedos are about $200, the regular ones are about $150.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-12-2010, 07:31 AM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

I have a 71-Abody thats slated to recieve a T56 sometime pending finances. I wouldnt bother with the conversion speedo stuff, id just get an aftermarket electronic speedo.

You can even find them...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
09-24-2010, 11:20 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 58,302
Posted By online170

Re: My other car, the Nascar 69 Chevelle

Definately flat black. Gloss black doesnt seem right on the look youre going for. Maybe gloss stripes if your plannning to do stripes.
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
09-21-2010, 10:17 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 58,302
Posted By online170

Re: My other car, the Nascar 69 Chevelle

That thing is pretty amazing. I cant even imagine the planning and rutts you hit getting that far. You seem to have that blind determination to attain your goals which is always a good push.

Is it...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-18-2010, 08:50 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

Im pretty sure you can still order a replacement through GM dealership. Since tremec is still around, and alot of the newer cars still use the same basic transmission. Thats just OEM though.
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-14-2010, 08:20 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

You cant use the T5 flywheel. The "spacing" and clutch are different. Notice the thickness of the T5 bell compared to the T56 bell, they are not the same.

You need to purchase a 1993-1997 LT1 F...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
07-09-2010, 03:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,587
Posted By online170

Re: Those looking for tires....Read!!!

FYI guys discount tire ships free to canada.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-07-2010, 04:27 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

NO I DONT THINK SO.... However dont take my word for it. My reasoning is the ECM only controls the skip shift, reverse lockout and that sorta stuff. LT1 gauge for LT1 spoeedo signal, should work...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-04-2010, 07:27 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

First off im assuming youre doing an LT1 T56 swap. If not, all this goes out the door.

Not sure about the ECM thing. I imagine you can wire the speedo up to the dash cluster and have it work. The...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
04-24-2010, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 591
Posted By online170

Re: WTB: Seat Belts

I have a mostly complete set. I lost the rear right belt. You can have it all for $30 +shipping.

Im in ottawa.
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
04-16-2010, 01:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 490
Posted By online170

Ottawa/Gatineau Members, you need to join this club....

Hi guys, im out of the thirdgen scene, but i still pop in here once in a while to get some technical info.

Anyway, i thought id share this new club that started in Gatineau called team MASC. No...
Forum: Power Adders
03-14-2010, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,401
Posted By online170

Re: Blow Thru Carbs (what are you using?)

Thanks guys, thats helpful information.

One of the hardest things about making this decision was the lack of info on blow thru BG carbs. I cant seem to find anyone whos using one.

I think ive...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-08-2010, 09:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,450
Posted By online170

Re: T56... how long will it last?!

I think i bought my T56 with about 80 000 mi on it.The synchros will tell you alot about how it was driven.

In my case, it shifted really smooth and effortlessly (good synchros). I beat the snot...
Forum: Power Adders
03-04-2010, 12:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,401
Posted By online170

Re: Blow Thru Carbs (what are you using?)

Any particular reason? I was considering them actually, just cuz i have had real good success with their N/A carbs, but the aluminum aspect has me second guessing.

Im not actually sure, but are...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-03-2010, 09:27 PM
Replies: 651
Important/Useful : My T56 Swap Thread....
Views: 284,131
Posted By online170

Re: My T56 Swap Thread....

unless youre running a SBC 400 or most big blocks (with the exception of the 427) you need the INTERNAL balance 700107 Centerforce.

The external balance wont work for your application.
Forum: Carburetors
02-27-2010, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,888
Posted By online170

Re: Percy's Ajust-A-Jet, Thoughts??

Thats what i had initially as well, then i bought a second smaller one for $4.00 , put a T-fitting on it, and ran a long vacuum hose inside the car, and mounted it on the dash. I kept the smaller one...
Forum: Carburetors
02-27-2010, 01:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,888
Posted By online170

Re: Percy's Ajust-A-Jet, Thoughts??

I have no idea. Those jets seem really big, but then again, ive only tuned 750+ cfm carbs.

Ive always had the 4150 DP models, and demons. My last 355 like the 750DP with 71/80 jets and had 4.5/4.5...
Forum: Carburetors
02-27-2010, 01:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,888
Posted By online170

Re: Percy's Ajust-A-Jet, Thoughts??

You wont regret the jet purchase.

Thats the same way i thought when i bought them for $80 way back when. But since then, between a freind and myself, weve been through 5 carbs in 3 years) on a...
Forum: Carburetors
02-27-2010, 12:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,888
Posted By online170

Re: Percy's Ajust-A-Jet, Thoughts??

No the whole point of the percy's adjust a jets is to eliminate your factory jets all together.


After a bit of research it doesnt seem like a very good product. Biggest reason is LEAKS. Its made...
Forum: Power Adders
02-19-2010, 05:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,401
Posted By online170

Blow Thru Carbs (what are you using?)

Just trying to see what people are using for blow through carbs?

Modified holley? quick fuel? BG Demon? etc etc...

Im debating modifying my awesome holley 750 or buying a new BG carb. I read...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-19-2010, 12:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 53,281
Posted By online170

Re: Comp Cam xe284h

:D
Forum: Carburetors
02-19-2010, 12:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,888
Posted By online170

Percy's Ajust-A-Jet, Thoughts??

Thinking about buying percy's adjustajets.

Does anyone have any experience with these? Thoughts, concerns, opinions?

All welcome.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/PHP-15001/

Just trying...
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