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Forum: Engine Swap
12-25-2001, 03:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,544
Posted By FormulaJoe

If you find a way to tune this thing on a dyno,...

If you find a way to tune this thing on a dyno, let me know. I had my MEFI3 computer reprogrammed for my fast burn heads, LT4 HOT cam, and 30lb/hr SVO injectors. AS&M did it. I think S&P may be...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-25-2001, 02:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,090
Posted By FormulaJoe

Yeah, its understandable if there was just a part...

Yeah, its understandable if there was just a part that showed up out of nowhere without a note or something attatched. In fact, the first time I sent it to them, there was a note on the inside...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-24-2001, 08:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,090
Posted By FormulaJoe

Getting fed up with Arizona Speed & Marine

Sent them my MEFI3 computer to be reprogrammed. Got it back and it was wrong. Car was running extremely rich. Spent hours trying to figure out what the problem was (thougt it was something I had...
Forum: Exhaust
12-12-2001, 10:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,581
Posted By FormulaJoe

Got this thing in the mail today. Geez, this...

Got this thing in the mail today. Geez, this system is freaking HUUUUGGE!! I new it was gonna look big, but I opened that box and about $hit myself. I was wondering if they mistakenly sent me an...
Forum: Exhaust
12-12-2001, 10:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 651
Posted By FormulaJoe

The 1.75in SLPs will work. I have them on my...

The 1.75in SLPs will work. I have them on my fast burn heads. Yeah, the exhaust port is a D-shape and it is raised a bit higher too. With the large diameter of the primaries on the SLPs, and the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-10-2001, 06:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 701
Posted By FormulaJoe

I called AS&M today and they told me that they...

I called AS&M today and they told me that they screwed up on the computer. They guy accidentally programmed that MEFI3 computer the way that they calibrate their computers which incorporates an...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-09-2001, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 701
Posted By FormulaJoe

The MEFI3 computer does not use an o2 sensor. ...

The MEFI3 computer does not use an o2 sensor. Just the usual speed density stuff.

I think I may have found something out. I didnt have the ignition coil mounted and secured at this time. It...
Forum: Exhaust
12-04-2001, 06:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,581
Posted By FormulaJoe

Ordered 4in mufflex with spintech muffler today

Anyone have any experience with this setup? How does it sound? THey guy at mufflex told me it would be a little more quit than the system with the flowmaster race muffler. Any comments on the 4in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2001, 06:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 701
Posted By FormulaJoe

Ram Jet 430 in my formula keeps fouling plugs

I have started and ran this motor several times. It will run real nice for a while (pretty much perfect) and after a while it will start acting up. It wont stay idleing, runs rough, etc, etc. When...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-03-2001, 02:28 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 812
Posted By FormulaJoe

Ive got one in my 88 and my 89 is getting ready...

Ive got one in my 88 and my 89 is getting ready to have one. Had the T56 in the 88 for over 2 years. I like it. As mentioned before..dont get the cyberdyne calibration box. Ive heard good things...
Forum: Car Audio
11-30-2001, 06:46 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,600
Posted By FormulaJoe

Techmaster P.E.B -- "Bass-Gasm" (song #12) ...

Techmaster P.E.B -- "Bass-Gasm" (song #12)
Thats the best song of all time for bass.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch 2chamber...
Forum: TPI
11-28-2001, 08:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 645
Posted By FormulaJoe

I like the mods that you have chosen. Not sure...

I like the mods that you have chosen. Not sure how much it would cost to install all of that stuff though.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-24-2001, 03:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,544
Posted By FormulaJoe

Id say low 13s at 104-105mph with some good gears...

Id say low 13s at 104-105mph with some good gears and good traction.

The 700R4 may or may not hold up. The Ram Jet 350 makes about 400ft/lbs. Ive seen some 700s that had problems holding up to a...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-19-2001, 09:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 531
Posted By FormulaJoe

Ordered the ASCD Ram Air hood from them. Hood...

Ordered the ASCD Ram Air hood from them. Hood got here in a week and a half. No complaints.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch...
Forum: South Central Region
11-19-2001, 09:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 461
Posted By FormulaJoe

I used Sallee Chevrolet. They are out of...

I used Sallee Chevrolet. They are out of Washington or Oregon or somewhere up there. Bought a Ram Jet 350 crate motor from them. For some reason, there was a $100 "Diagnostic Trouble Code Tool"...
Forum: TPI
11-06-2001, 04:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 432
Posted By FormulaJoe

Drill a hole through it and use an "easy-out" to...

Drill a hole through it and use an "easy-out" to extract the bolt.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch 2chamber flowmaster, JET AFPR,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2001, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 427
Posted By FormulaJoe

Sorry, this car isnt getting a new motor. Its...

Sorry, this car isnt getting a new motor. Its just gotta get me around for a week or so till I get the 89 to where I can drive it every day. The 89 is the one with the Ram Jet 430 motor and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2001, 10:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 427
Posted By FormulaJoe

I turned the timing down to 4 degrees BTDC. ...

I turned the timing down to 4 degrees BTDC.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch 2chamber flowmaster, JET AFPR, Ported MAF, Best ET:...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2001, 09:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 427
Posted By FormulaJoe

I can see that happening. But where is that...

I can see that happening. But where is that knocking sound coming from. It has been doing it for like 2 months now, way before the head gasket even blew. It only does it when it is under a load.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2001, 09:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 427
Posted By FormulaJoe

See if you can figure this one out.

OK, a couple months ago I got in my car (88FormulaL98) to go home and it was missing really badly and when you put the motor under any kind of load whatsoever, it would knock, rattle, etc. Sounds...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-06-2001, 08:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 286
Posted By FormulaJoe

Sallee Chevrolet - good customer service.

Bought the Ram Jet crate motor from them a while back. There was a part (called a Diagnostic Trouble Code Tool) that did not come with the motor and it is supposed to be included. Well, this thing...
Forum: TPI
11-06-2001, 08:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By FormulaJoe

Figured it out. It was a vacuum leak. ...

Figured it out. It was a vacuum leak.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch 2chamber flowmaster, JET AFPR, Ported MAF, Best ET: 13.86...
Forum: TPI
11-02-2001, 03:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By FormulaJoe

By the way, the car is an 88 L98 Formula. ...

By the way, the car is an 88 L98 Formula.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch 2chamber flowmaster, JET AFPR, Ported MAF, Best ET:...
Forum: TPI
11-02-2001, 03:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By FormulaJoe

Changed Head Gaskets.....Now car wont idle.

Like I said, I just got done changing head gaskets and put everything back together. It fired right up, but it will not idle on its own. If you dont give it some throttle, it will just die. I am...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-29-2001, 10:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 469
Posted By FormulaJoe

Ive got this set-up in my 89 Formula. I took the...

Ive got this set-up in my 89 Formula. I took the vortec heads off and put the Aluminum fast burn heads on. Ditched the tiny cam and put the LT4 Hot Cam in. Ditched the injectors too...went with...
Forum: Electronics
10-29-2001, 10:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 674
Posted By FormulaJoe

That was the right one. Thanks. It was white...

That was the right one. Thanks. It was white and had a connector just like the wire you use to do your timing.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-25-2001, 05:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 423
Posted By FormulaJoe

By the way, Grand Prix in Tulsa is going to have...

By the way, Grand Prix in Tulsa is going to have a fuel pump for me tomorrow. Thanks for the lead.



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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat,...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-25-2001, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 423
Posted By FormulaJoe

Sorry it took so long to get back. The 17s...

Sorry it took so long to get back.

The 17s were a totally awesome mod. Handling is better, looks are better (esp after you lower it a bit) and I really couldnt tell a difference in the ride...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-24-2001, 09:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 437
Posted By FormulaJoe

My friend (a welder) and I made mine. We made it...

My friend (a welder) and I made mine. We made it very stout, probably too stout. We used 4inch strap to bolt to the frame rails, and 4 inch channel iron to go across the bottom of the tranny.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-24-2001, 09:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 589
Posted By FormulaJoe

Well, Ive already got a ripper shifter installed....

Well, Ive already got a ripper shifter installed. The thing that bugs me is the 6000RPM fuel cut-off on the Ram Jet's computer. I want to shift at about 5800RPM and when you power shift, no matter...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-23-2001, 03:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 589
Posted By FormulaJoe

Should I keep the T56, or go back to 700R4

I am contemplating taking my T56 out of my 89 and putting a 700R4 back in it. Its got the Ram Jet 430 motor in it with 3.27s right now.

I am scared of hitting the nitrous with the manual...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-23-2001, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 404
Posted By FormulaJoe

No need to drop the column. Ive done this swap...

No need to drop the column. Ive done this swap on two different thirdgens and didnt do it either time. I am thinking about converting my 89 from T56 to a stout 700R4 if I can find someone who wants...
Forum: Electronics
10-23-2001, 11:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 674
Posted By FormulaJoe

Where is the tach wire?

My Ram Jet computer has a tachometer output that needs to go to the stock tach in my 89 Formula (originally L98) so that my tach will work. Anybody know where to splice this into the stock wiring...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-22-2001, 09:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 423
Posted By FormulaJoe

Know where I can get a fuel pump in Tulsa?? ...

Know where I can get a fuel pump in Tulsa??

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch 2chamber flowmaster, JET AFPR, Ported MAF, Best ET:...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-22-2001, 07:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 423
Posted By FormulaJoe

I have never actually been there, but I know some...

I have never actually been there, but I know some people that have. A guy that I work with races a 280z at Hallett. A buddy of mine took his stang there too. Im interested in running the car...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-16-2001, 01:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 568
Posted By FormulaJoe

Yeah, I like those GMPP aluminum valve covers...

Yeah, I like those GMPP aluminum valve covers too. $200 is a bit pricey, but they are awesome.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-16-2001, 08:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 568
Posted By FormulaJoe

Want some opinions on valve covers.

I wanted to get some opinions/info on some valve covers that would look cool with my new motor (Ram Jet, Fast burn heads, LT4 hot cam, etc.) The fast burn heads have holes for both center bolt and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-15-2001, 06:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 362
Posted By FormulaJoe

Take you dist cap off, note where the rotor is...

Take you dist cap off, note where the rotor is pointed, pull dist, drop the dist exactly 180 degrees from where it was at. Put cap back on. Now start it up and enjoy.

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L98,...
Forum: South Central Region
10-11-2001, 03:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 375
Posted By FormulaJoe

You guys know of a speed shop in Tulsa that might...

You guys know of a speed shop in Tulsa that might have an aftermarket intank fuel pump for me?????

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom 2.5inch Y-pipe, no cat, 3inch...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-10-2001, 04:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By FormulaJoe

I didnt think it was too bad either. I didnt...

I didnt think it was too bad either. I didnt have any exhaust in my way either. Just had to cut the filler neck to get the tank to slide out. When it goes back in, it will have some rubber hose on...
Forum: South Central Region
10-09-2001, 04:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 375
Posted By FormulaJoe

Too bad there isnt one? How about starting one. ...

Too bad there isnt one? How about starting one. Im down for a thirdgen club. Ive got a couple of buddies in Stillwater with nice thirdgens. Ive got an 88 Formula (L98, T56) and an 89 Formula (ram...
Forum: TPI
10-09-2001, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 322
Posted By FormulaJoe

Im getting ready to order a 255lph Walbro pump. ...

Im getting ready to order a 255lph Walbro pump. A lot of F-body guys use them as well as most of the Turbo Buicks and Sy-Tys. The best price I have found on them is $99. Not too shabby. That was...
Forum: South Central Region
10-09-2001, 08:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 375
Posted By FormulaJoe

Havent driven it yet. I was getting it ready to...

Havent driven it yet. I was getting it ready to drive and the fuel pujmp went out. Now I have to order an aftermarket high volume pump and put it in before I can do anything else ...
Forum: TPI
10-08-2001, 03:58 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,740
Posted By FormulaJoe

I started the motor up this weekend. I was...

I started the motor up this weekend. I was trying to get it all buttoned up to drive and the dam fuel pump went out. Oh well. I need a good aftermarket one anyways. I going with a Walbro 255 I...
Forum: Exhaust
10-06-2001, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By FormulaJoe

They will work fine. Ive got the SLP 1 3/4...

They will work fine. Ive got the SLP 1 3/4 headers on my fast burn heads right now. No problem. Just get the right gasket.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker shorty headers, custom...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-06-2001, 04:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 393
Posted By FormulaJoe

If you go with the whole crate motor, you do not...

If you go with the whole crate motor, you do not need to worry about anything really. It comes with its own computer, sensors, wiring harness, etc. All you need to do is plumb some fuel to it. You...
Forum: South Central Region
10-04-2001, 04:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 375
Posted By FormulaJoe

Im in Stillwater. I cant wait to take my project...

Im in Stillwater. I cant wait to take my project car up to 39th. Its got a Ram Jet 430 in it. Just got it fired up last night. It likes rice.

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L98, 3.27 9-bolt, Hooker...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-04-2001, 03:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 744
Posted By FormulaJoe

LMAO about the burnout contest!! Actually,...

LMAO about the burnout contest!! Actually, before I run it at the track, I will probably do some spohn LCAs w/ relocation bracketsn and torque arm.

I really cant wait to see how this thing really...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-04-2001, 03:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 744
Posted By FormulaJoe

Yeah, I am also looking forward to taking it to...

Yeah, I am also looking forward to taking it to the track. If this thing puts out 430HP like it should, I dont see why I couldnt get some 12second timeslips even with the car in its current state...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-04-2001, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 744
Posted By FormulaJoe

Ram Jet 430 update.........Its alive!!!

I got the Ram Jet motor fired up late last night. Sounds pretty sweet. Need to go reset the roller rockers tonight and play witht he timing a bit, set the IAC, etc. Thought you guys would like to...
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