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Forum: Camaros for Sale
05-09-2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,245
Posted By InfernalVortex

1992 Camaro RS

Not sure if I really want to sell, just life getting in the way. This is a bit of a project, but I think with minimal work the right owner could make this a fantastic cruiser, or make it into a...
Forum: Brakes
01-06-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,894
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: 89-92 vs 93-97 rear brakes and aftermarket axles

A torsen for the 9-bolt? I've read that they exist, but do not fit 3rd gen axles, not convinced they fit the 3rd gen housing either. This is years old info, though, I havent look into it in a long...
Forum: Brakes
01-02-2020, 09:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,894
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: 89-92 vs 93-97 rear brakes and aftermarket axles

This is what i was suspecting, it looks like you confirmed it! Your picture does show that the PBR rotor is ever so slightly larger, which matches what I saw on Rockauto. You gotta let us know if...
Forum: Brakes
01-01-2020, 11:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,894
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: 89-92 vs 93-97 rear brakes and aftermarket axles

So perhaps the only thing that really needs to be changed to use a backing plate for 4th gen brakes is the rotor? This is interesting.

89GTA383, I cant see your linked pictures (probably my...
Forum: Brakes
12-31-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,894
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: 89-92 vs 93-97 rear brakes and aftermarket axles

It appears the 4th gen rears have 11.530 inch diameter rotors. 3rd gen PBR rears have 11.665" rear rotors. So the rotors are .165" smaller, and the calipers are ever so slightly clearanced as well....
Forum: Brakes
12-30-2019, 08:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,894
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: 89-92 vs 93-97 rear brakes and aftermarket axles

My 9 bolt has the 89+ disc brakes on it. They are not 10.5” delco-moraine calipers. They are 11.75 or something close to that. Hence why I see no need to upgrade these.

But it sounds like the...
Forum: Brakes
12-30-2019, 04:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,894
Posted By InfernalVortex

89-92 vs 93-97 rear brakes and aftermarket axles

Does anyone know what the differences are in terms of fitment? I've got to make a decision to go to an aftermarket axle or stay with the 9 bolt (another posi cone rebuild is in order), and finding a...
Forum: Electronics
12-22-2019, 02:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,245
Posted By InfernalVortex

Fuel Pump wiring

Im trying to get my car running after a carb swap. Im working with the following diagram:
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-06-2019, 08:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,665
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Vortec Heads AFR vs RHS vs ETC

I would never profane my car with a tuned port. It’ll have a Holley double pumper of some sort on it.



To the other poster, I’ve already got the intake ( Performer RPM Air Gap) so I’d have to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-05-2019, 05:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,665
Posted By InfernalVortex

Vortec Heads AFR vs RHS vs ETC

Guys I am just making winter project plans, and was looking at options for heads to go on my 355. I've had these Vortecs on there for years, and Im ready to move up.

I already have the intake,...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-27-2019, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 899
Posted By InfernalVortex

Vortec Stealth Ram + EBL Flash + TPI Airbox

Hey guys,

I've decided to go a different direction with the car, so my whole Stealth ram setup is for sale. For enough money I'll include the heads!

Asking $1000, will part out if there's...
Forum: DIY PROM
09-08-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

Im using Lt1 injectors for now. Either 22 or 24 lbs depending on who you ask. I estimate Im making around 280-320hp depending on how close I can get the tune. I assume these injectors are 24 since...
Forum: DIY PROM
09-07-2018, 05:19 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

After chasing a bunch of irritating issues I finally found out my Throttle position sensor was bad. It was an intermittent thing but I finally caught it in the act on the whats up display. Put a new...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-11-2018, 02:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 578
Posted By InfernalVortex

Full SD TPI Snorkel

It wouldn't work with my SMC hood. I am pretty disappointed about that but im not willing to change hoods so it's for sale.

$200 for all of it. Includes Speed Density bellows.
Forum: DIY PROM
06-18-2018, 11:47 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

"code base"?

It's an ebl flash, port modded tbi ecm. Running a stealth ram.
Forum: DIY PROM
06-17-2018, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

So I've gotten my IAC counts and some other things figured out. Car is now running much better.

The issue Im running into now seems pretty simple but Im not sure where to look to fix it.

If...
Forum: Body
04-23-2018, 08:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 615
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Anything I can do to stop paint loss?

Clear plastidip (like glossifier, for example). It's the best solution out there, doesn't mean it's good. But it will help a little for a little while.
Forum: DIY PROM
04-16-2018, 05:24 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

Why would the idle SA jump around from 15 to 25 constantly? My idle state-SA is set at 22 degrees. Just wondered if it was normal. I have it commanded to run at an 825 RPM idle and it wants to sit...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-21-2018, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

I think I have a vacuum leak then, because that screw is backed out as far as it will go and the idle did lower significantly, down to the 800 I want, but the IAC is not opening up at all. Looks like...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-21-2018, 07:29 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

Are you saying I should see 30 displayed on the WUD when idling? Sorry im still very new to this.
Forum: DIY PROM
03-21-2018, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

Knock sensor and narrowband are not plugged in at the moment. Base timing is 15 degrees since thats as low as I can get it with the room I have between the engine and distributor. Im hoping that's...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-21-2018, 06:56 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

Why does my car idle at the commanded RPM no problem when the engine is cold, but as it warms up, the idle climbs and by the time it's up to temp it wont dip below 1100 RPMs? Is this a mechanical IAC...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-10-2017, 03:55 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,467
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: KONI "yellows?"

I wouldnt bother with Konis. They're nice, but if you're just driving a street car doing street car daily driver things, you're not really going to get your money's worth out of them. They're a great...
Forum: History / Originality
11-10-2017, 03:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,293
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Borg Warner 9 Bolt differential

I go by what GM says - NO ADDITIVE. I dont think it matters a whole lot in the long run, though.

Note the auburn posis and the 9 bolt posis use the same basic mechanism - cones. So even though...
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-03-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Choosing injectors 27 or 36?

Rbob, the white Bosch 36lb injectors are injectors I've seen you personally post data on, which is one of the big draws I have to them. I don't feel like playing games with that nonsense while...
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-01-2017, 01:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By InfernalVortex

Choosing injectors 27 or 36?

So Ive got my Vortec headed 355 that is around 320-330fwhp, but that's carbureted. Im putting a stealth ram on it right now.

From my maths, 24lb injectors are perfect for what i have now. If I do...
Forum: DIY PROM
09-30-2017, 01:24 PM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

I have an LC-2, which has a simulated narrowband output. I also have a narrowband O2 sensor. I only have one sensor bung in my exhaust system, however. What do you recommend in that scenario? I just...
Forum: DIY PROM
09-30-2017, 10:00 AM
Replies: 5,154
Views: 634,291
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Tuning with the EBL

So I only have one O2 sensor bung in my car. I plan to have another bung added, but I didnt think to do that before I started tearing it apart and putting new stuff on it.

So I need to get my car...
Forum: Members Camaros
07-13-2017, 10:41 AM
Replies: 457
Views: 94,550
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Detroit Speed 1987 Camaro Test Car 2.0

Its a shame you guys werent in the game 10 years ago when I started building mine. A lot of cool stuff on offer.

I find it a shame that shifter ring and crossmember arent being brought to market,...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
07-10-2017, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: What spacers for 17x11 zr-1 wheel?

A photographer friend of mine took a bunch of good ones a while back:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/cantwelljohn/

Scroll down a little you'll see.

My car is on ground control weight jacks,...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
07-09-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: What spacers for 17x11 zr-1 wheel?

Nah, bump stops are still there. The wheels dont hit the bump stops unless you jack up the car and lower the axle to full droop. If it were to go on a lift that supported the chassis, you'd see the...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-08-2017, 01:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,419
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: super ram base with no name on it?

Edelbrock likely cast it plain for their customer company.

Edelbrock casted intakes for GM crate engines, for example, that's why I have a Edelbrock Performer RPM Vortec intake that has GM cast...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-08-2017, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,251
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Need A New Starter !!!

There is another type, I think the late 4th gen Corvette starter? It's a little more expensive, also a ministarter. A little more compact. Anyway, as far as I can recall, it's rebuildable. The LT1...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
07-08-2017, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,029
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: What spacers for 17x11 zr-1 wheel?

Be careful there are different backspacings out there.

For a 17x9.5 wheel you typically needa 2.25 inch spacer to clear the tie rod, but if you have a brake upgrade with a floating rotor (LS1,...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-08-2017, 12:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,105
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: DynamicEFI ECM EBL

I'll take it.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-08-2017, 12:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,350
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Vortec Stealth Ram

For anyone who is curious, these are no longer in production and the fuel rails with the adjustable regulator are also no longer available at all.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-07-2017, 01:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,105
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: DynamicEFI ECM EBL

Does the ebl have the port mod?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-22-2017, 04:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,045
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: SUNS OUT T-BARS OUT

Nice car!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-22-2017, 01:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,014
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: F.A.S.T. EFI System (30-111000) TPI

How do you tune this thing? what software? Does it control spark?

Im very interested and have all the hard parts, was getting ready to buy an EBL flash, but I just saw this.

I cant find any...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
06-15-2017, 11:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 604
Posted By InfernalVortex

Stealth Ram Fuel rails

The Vortec fuel rails for the stealth ram are out of production, and what's left is horrendously expensive. Im not paying $300 for some fuel rails. That's insane.

Anyone know of a place to get...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-13-2016, 02:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,920
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: May 2016 COTM **Winner**

I despite the two tone jobs on this car, especially those kind, but whoever painted your car did a fantastic job putting the color boundary slightly below the waistline of the car. Really smooths out...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-15-2016, 12:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,533
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: CTW 17 X 8

If only out steering boxes could reasonably handle 18x10.5s in the front.... 275s are a little bit of a pain sometimes on their own.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-25-2016, 12:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,566
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: FS GM 10185024 intake manifold

Many (maybe all?) of GM's carb intakes are done by Edelbrock. It probably IS a direct copy of some Edelbrock intake. GM gets Edelbrock to cast their carb intakes so that GM can put something with...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-25-2016, 01:02 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,499
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: 82-92 ZR1 TAILLIGHT PANEL

Eh....

Still not feeling it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2016, 10:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 734
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: I need to know about a GM 0.028" black head gasket

Im thinking it's probably this one:

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/nal-10105117

Note the bore.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-10-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 1,132
Views: 458,552
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Got Vette Wheels??...Post pics here...!

You guys would be amazed how much stuff moves around in the back of the car under hard cornering loads.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-08-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,278
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: T56 swap - 3rd gen vs 4th gen pedals

Its a lot easier to get an adjustable master (Like Tick) or to remove yours andi nstall an adjustable turnbuckle on it.

It's going to shift easier without being fully disengaged, but it will wear...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-05-2016, 02:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,596
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: Southside bars

I am in complete disagreement with you. The reason most people do things is to have shiny parts. This is evidenced by the lack of any real engineering in 90 percent of the parts available to us. It's...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-05-2016, 02:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,278
Posted By InfernalVortex

Re: T56 swap - 3rd gen vs 4th gen pedals

This started popping up a few years ago when it happeend to me. I suddenly saw a lot of other people on here having the same problem.

I think they changed some spec on the pressure plate that...
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