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Forum: LTX and LSX
04-02-2008, 05:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LSx swap- "special" tools...

Thanks for the replies everyone.

What, specifically, would be the best device to use to move around the K-member/Engine/Transmission assembly? A trans jack? And if so, what weight limit...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-30-2008, 08:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By Naga1337

LSx swap- "special" tools...

Hi,

As referenced from my earlier posts, I'm planning an LSx/T56 swap. I'm curious as to what "specialized" tools I will need.

From a handyman's perspective, I have what I consider...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-30-2008, 09:02 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 66,429
Posted By Naga1337

Re: BMW wheels on CAMARO, SWEET

Nay. But only because I think the only replacement for stock-looking wheels are Torq-Thrusts. If you like them, by all means keep them. They probably look great to you because they were free. ...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-12-2008, 07:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,957
Posted By Naga1337

Re: Advantages of crossmember-mounted torque arm?

Hi,

I was looking at the BMR product, and it looks like it would still get in the way of the exhaust system. Do you speak from personal experience that it won't?

Again, thanks for all the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-11-2008, 07:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,957
Posted By Naga1337

Re: Advantages of crossmember-mounted torque arm?

Thanks, everyone!

My main issue is still exhaust ground clearance. If I use the Spohn product from Hawks, I've always heard ground clearance with exhaust is REALLY tight. But with the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-08-2008, 03:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,957
Posted By Naga1337

Advantages of crossmember-mounted torque arm?

Hi,

I'm planning an LQ4/T56 swap, and I'm at the point where I need to determine what crossmember to use. My main conflict is when it comes to exhaust clearance vs. crossmember-mounted...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-07-2008, 11:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 612
Posted By Naga1337

Re: Stock pedal, etc. with LS1 T56?

Thanks for letting me know/ Can you tell me what all third gen components/hydraulics you were able to use? I'm planning an LQ4/T56 swap and I'm having trouble chasing down the smaller fourth gen...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-07-2008, 09:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 612
Posted By Naga1337

Stock pedal, etc. with LS1 T56?

Hello everyone.

I want to know if I can use the stock manual transmission clutch pedal, master and slave cylinders, etc. with an LS1 T56 for my LQ4/T56 swap, as I am having trouble finding a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-07-2008, 09:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

Hmm... I guess I will post at LS1tech and see if I can get any offers on setups, than. Skimming the tech article for swapping an LT1 T56 in, it sounds like it would be impossible to use an LS1 T56...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-07-2008, 08:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

All right, everyone. I've hit a bit of a snag here. The only LS1 T56 I can seem to find in my area in my price range (also, ironically, the only LS1 T56 in Ohio according to www.car-parts.com) is...
Forum: North East Region
03-07-2008, 05:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,087
Posted By Naga1337

Ohio Junkyard for LQ4/T56 Swap???

Hello everyone,

I'm in the process of getting information for an LQ4/T56 swap. I am looking for a junkyard in Ohio that has a good selection of vehicles with compatible T56 transmissions,...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-26-2008, 06:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

I see. Looks like I'll be saving some more money for heads and/or flat tops, then. Thanks.
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-25-2008, 06:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

That's really odd. with E85, I know of at least one Mustang guy using who is putting down right around 900RWHP, a guy with a '95 Eagle Talon making 750AWHP, and a rotary making around 900RWHP with...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-25-2008, 03:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

Thanks! So the stock fuel lines will be okay as well? And I'm curious as to why you say there'd be a loss of power. Sure, stock for stock E-85 is less efficient, but when I throw on some much...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-25-2008, 06:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

Thanks for the link, JonnyBravo55



I beg to differ on the vast majority of these points assuming the engine is properly set up to run on E85, but let's ignore them for now. What fuel system...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-24-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

Thanks for the answers! I've assembled this list of parts and notes for a basic swap, with rear end. The following is a direct copy from my .txt file for it. At the bottom is a (long***) list of...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-17-2008, 10:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 19,170
Posted By Naga1337

LQ4 mounted to T56: any problems here?

I seem to remember reading somewhere that the truck engines require a spacer installed somewhere to allow the transmission to successfully engage to the engine. Is there any truth to this statement?
Forum: Carburetors
12-10-2007, 07:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,598
Posted By Naga1337

Re: e85 vs gas

Besides the big topic in this forum titled "E85 and jetting" or something like that, a good forum dedicated to e85 is www.e85forum.com. They can help you out with whatever questions you may have.
Forum: Carburetors
12-09-2007, 06:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,598
Posted By Naga1337

Re: e85 vs gas

I would say no.
Forum: TPI
11-09-2007, 09:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 589
Posted By Naga1337

Re: A hastily thought out, probably flawed theory: E-85 and TPI

Get a map and put your finger in the middle of the Midwest. As you get farther away from this point, E-85 gets rarer and rarer. Here in Ohio, it's just starting to show up, and I'm fortunate enough...
Forum: TPI
11-08-2007, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 589
Posted By Naga1337

Re: A hastily thought out, probably flawed theory: E-85 and TPI

Oops! That's right. But the same concept still stands as mentioned in the first post: Gas likes it leaner than E-85.
Forum: TPI
11-08-2007, 07:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 589
Posted By Naga1337

Re: A hastily thought out, probably flawed theory: E-85 and TPI

I had thought about that. I assumed that by taking advantage of E-85's increased octane, you could compensate for that.
Forum: TPI
11-08-2007, 04:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 589
Posted By Naga1337

A hastily thought out, probably flawed theory: E-85 and TPI

Hi everyone!

First off, a few notes: I am not saying this would work. I'm asking if you think it would work/makes sense. Also, this isn't a debate over whether or not E-85 is cheaper/better...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
11-01-2007, 12:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By Naga1337

Testing the water... CHEAP F-body in Ohio

Hi everyone!

Sometime in the next 6 months or so, I will be looking at getting a third gen for a project of mine. Here are the details:

-Preferably not more than $2000. The cheaper the...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-01-2007, 12:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,725
Posted By Naga1337

Re: LS1 powered '84 Trans Am for sale!! LA, CA

If only you were on the other side of the country! That's a great price for the car you'd be getting!
Forum: Body
07-17-2007, 11:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,844
Posted By Naga1337

"Tajan" Firebird rebody?

Every year near where I live, a car club called the Good Guys comes around and does a show. During the nights when they are in town, they drive around the hotels they stay at and do burnouts until...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
06-22-2007, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By Naga1337

Re: Street race in CA... car gets crushed!

"If you have to race, take it to a legal venue," Higbee said. "But as long as they keep racing illegally, we keep crushing their cars."

Correct me if I'm wrong, but haven't they been closing down...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-20-2007, 03:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 799
Posted By Naga1337

Re: 305TPI to 350TPI- Direct swap?

At the time, I'm not taking anything out. This was more just to gather information for the future. But you did answer all the questions I had, so thanks.
Forum: Engine Swap
06-19-2007, 09:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 799
Posted By Naga1337

Re: 305TPI to 350TPI- Direct swap?

By the exhaust being different between the LO3 and the TPI engines, I assume you mean I would have to get an aftermarket exhaust setup if I went from a 305TBI to a 305/350TPI? I'm sorry if this...
Forum: North East Region
06-19-2007, 10:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,184
Posted By Naga1337

Re: Winter driving, how bad is it?

Wow, this is a useful topic. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with tire chains. My dad works at the post office, so I could "borrow" some for free for the winter if need be.
Forum: DFI and ECM
06-19-2007, 07:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 490
Posted By Naga1337

2 stupid questions...

Hi, 1. Why is DFI listed in a board separate from "Alternative Port EFI Intakes?" 2. What, exactly, is the difference between the PROMs discussed in the DIY PROM board, and the ECM? From what I...
Forum: Problems / Help / Suggestions / Comments
06-18-2007, 10:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 469
Posted By Naga1337

Re: Can't access thirdgen.org from home!

Okay. Thanks. I guess I'll just wait a few days and use the proxy until this clears up.
Forum: Problems / Help / Suggestions / Comments
06-18-2007, 09:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 469
Posted By Naga1337

Can't access thirdgen.org from home!

Hi, I can't access thirdgen.org from either of my two houses. I try to connect, but Firefox keeps telling me that the connection is timing out. All other web pages work fine. To connect to...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-26-2007, 10:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 799
Posted By Naga1337

305TPI to 350TPI- Direct swap?

Hi,

As far as I know, the only difference between the LB9 and L98 is the dimensions in the cylinders. So basically, could I just take out an LB9 and drop in an L98 and drive it away, no...
Forum: Fabrication
03-27-2007, 04:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,997
Posted By Naga1337

Re: Stearing wheel air bag where there was none?

Yes, I had. That's the main reason I assumed it hadn't been done. I wasn't planning on doing it myself without advice/a walkthrough from someone who had done it before. Ho well, guess I'll have to...
Forum: Fabrication
03-27-2007, 03:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,997
Posted By Naga1337

Steering wheel air bag where there was none?

I'm just wondering if anyone has installed a steering wheel air bag in an earlier F-body that didn't originally come with one. I realize that it has it's own dedicated fuse, so I doubt anyone has...
Forum: Body
03-27-2007, 03:49 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 15,255
Posted By Naga1337

Re: How to: Paint your car for less than $250

WOW! That's nice for the price! Now a question (for anyone, really...)

Bear with me, I know this is designed to be a budget paintjob. BUT- could one conceivably spend the extra money on some...
Forum: Body
03-25-2007, 08:32 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 15,255
Posted By Naga1337

Re: How to: Paint your car for less than $250

I'm dying to see the results! How much longer are you going to keep us in suspense with all these teasers!? :)
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-16-2007, 10:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,453
Posted By Naga1337

LT1 Cruise Control?

From the looks of it, I could keep cruise control with an LT1 swap?
Forum: Fabrication
02-16-2007, 10:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 799
Posted By Naga1337

Propless hood?

So my dad got a Hyundai Sonata, and it's hood doesn't use a prop rod. It uses hydraulics, but I don't know the specifics, he won't let me get a "good look" if you know what I mean. I'm just curious...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-16-2007, 09:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,844
Posted By Naga1337

You might try posting in the V6 section, they...

You might try posting in the V6 section, they seem to know a lot about this. From what they say, it sounds like the 3.1 swap would be easier, but I'm not experienced in either, so I don't know...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-16-2007, 09:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 920
Posted By Naga1337

Ironically, I was thinking about this too, and I...

Ironically, I was thinking about this too, and I was going to ask for anyone who liked to conduct an experiment, but I thought I would get flamed, so while on the subject, I guess I'll ask it now.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2007, 11:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 405
Posted By Naga1337

Stupid HP rating question...

Hi,

Stupid question, but are the official HP ratings of our cars taken at the flywheel or the rear wheels?
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-10-2007, 01:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,080
Posted By Naga1337

Well there goes that plan. Looks like I'll have...

Well there goes that plan. Looks like I'll have to stick to the more simple mods. Thanks for the info!
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-09-2007, 11:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,080
Posted By Naga1337

A few general LS1 swap questions

Hi,

I am considering trying an LS1 swap sometime this year when it gets warmer (I would have to do the actual working outside since my garage is occupied.) I have never tried anything this...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-09-2007, 07:14 PM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 215,243
Posted By Naga1337

For the Birds- IEATZ28

For the Birds- IEATZ28
Forum: Brakes
01-21-2007, 03:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 614
Posted By Naga1337

How do I tell if a Camaro has rear discs?

Hello

I looked through the FAQ and did a search for "4 wheel disc," but I didn't come up with anything, so I'm posting this. Is there some way of determining from the model/year/VIN whether or...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
01-20-2007, 08:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,323
Posted By Naga1337

My sentiments exactly. Very nice car, I...

My sentiments exactly.

Very nice car, I might consider it if the cause of the A/C problem could be pinpointed.
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