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Forum: Cooling
07-21-2020, 08:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,122
Posted By topradman

Re: Mishimoto 3 row radiator

How thick is the core itself?
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
03-11-2020, 05:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 256
Posted By topradman

Re: 85 CAMARO FUEL GAUGE NEEDED

Already got one coming from a guy but if for some reason that falls through will message you. Thank you for trying to help out!
Scott
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
03-05-2020, 01:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 256
Posted By topradman

85 CAMARO FUEL GAUGE NEEDED

Need a for sure good fuel gauge for 85 camaro ( see photo ).
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1632x1224/85_camaro_fuel_gauge_f1fdd2b57c0b1cdd80ec4dec760368015e3f3ab1.jpg
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-28-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 6
[MD] --Sold--
Views: 628
Posted By topradman

Re: 3 Third gen F body serpentine accessory sets. One underdrive crank pulley.

Ok, so how bout $250 for everything circled including shipping to Best Radiator, 1015 E. US#40 Bypass, Hays, KS. 67601. I have paypal
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-28-2017, 07:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 300
Posted By topradman

NEED SERPENTINE BELT SYSTEM 5.7 TPI

Need price and availability on complete bracket set and complete pulley set for tpi 350 Camaro or firebird. Also need a MAP sensor bracket only. Please send pictures with message and contact info to...
Forum: Cooling
09-07-2016, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,067
Posted By topradman

Re: Bigger radiator?

If you don't find what you need, let me know. I'm sure I have something that will work in a 2 pass. No direct fit in a 2 pass though. Have a 19" x 31" 2 pass for 176.06 if you are interested. It is a...
Forum: Cooling
09-02-2016, 06:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,067
Posted By topradman

Re: Bigger radiator?

[QUOTE=oil pan 4;6068497]I am thinking I would like to put in a radiator that is larger than stock size.
Not just more or thicker cores but actually taller. It doesn't look like there is room to go...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-18-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 418
Posted By topradman

Re: Looking for 4 wheel spacers in 2 inch size

I Have a brand new set however they change bolt pattern from axle to wheel. axle would have to be 5 on 4.25" an wheel would have to be 5 on 4.50". Got these for a customer car and mismeasured. These...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-10-2014, 02:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 815
Posted By topradman

Re: 91-92 ground effects, blisters, hood, high rise

Sorry, can't find the pm but sorry, no, I do not have those. Good luck, thanks for asking. I was not parting out a car, just getting loose of some pieces off my car that I either upgraded or replaced...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
11-04-2014, 06:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 636
Posted By topradman

91 Z28 hood for sale complete

Hi, have 91 Z28 hood for sale. Includes blisters, hood hinges, safety latch & spring. Had small plug wire fire under previous ownership so has paint damage on pass side however sheet metal is still...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-02-2014, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By topradman

Re: 92 camaro z28 wheels

*** SOLD*** I also have a set off my 68000 mile car. White.
Call my shop M-F 8-6:00 and ask for Scott.
Best Radiator, Hays, KS 800-958-2378
or email scott@bestradiator.net
or pm me here if...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
11-02-2014, 10:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 815
Posted By topradman

Re: 91-92 ground effects, blisters, hood, high rise

**** SOLD ****I have a factory 91 Z28 hood complete in white ( paint damage on pass side by cowl, plug wire fire, sheet metal is fine though & inserts are fine ) Would like $250. Have side ground...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-31-2014, 06:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 371
Posted By topradman

(SOLD) B&M Mega Shifter w/parts to look good!

SOLD Hi, have for sale a B&M Mega Shifter. Has the push button knob added to use for line lock, trans brake, NOS or what ever you like. Neat part is, I made a formed aluminum bezel and use a 5spd...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
10-31-2014, 10:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 446
Posted By topradman

(SOLD) B&M Mega Shifter w/parts to look good!

SOLD Hi, have for sale a B&M Mega Shifter. Has the push button knob added to use for line lock, trans brake, NOS or what ever you like. Neat part is, I made a formed aluminum bezel and use a 5spd...
Forum: Power Adders
11-18-2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,089
Posted By topradman

Re: E-85 conversion

Just curious.... what kind of timing can you run with this pump gas on the "15 psi and 200 shot of nitrous" ? What is the fuel set up on that car, i.e. fuel lines, pump, injector size and what octane...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-17-2013, 04:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 26,721
Posted By topradman

Re: Odessa Cylinder Head Inc / Clearwater Cylinder Head Buyer Beware!!

The problem comes in when your customer just plain can't afford the OEM, the OEM is obsolete or the customer just plain can't wait to ship OEM parts in. There are still a lot of aftermarket vendors &...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-17-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 26,721
Posted By topradman

Re: Odessa Cylinder Head Inc / Clearwater Cylinder Head Buyer Beware!!

It's all a very sad scenario when vendors & manufacturers have fallen down to the point where this kind of treatments is so common. There are still many good vendors as well as parts manufacturers...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-04-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 26,721
Posted By topradman

Odessa Cylinder Head Inc / Clearwater Cylinder Head Buyer Beware!!

This is a strong caution for anyone needing cylinder heads. Although it was an ecotec engine, I have heard this company recommended on this site before so that makes this very relevant as I would not...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-04-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,733
Posted By topradman

Re: Odessa Cylinder Head Inc / Clearwater Cylinder Head

Here are the pictures. How do you not take responsibility for this and atleast refund for the timing parts that self-destructed????
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-04-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,733
Posted By topradman

Odessa Cylinder Head Inc / Clearwater Cylinder Head

This was a 2.2l ecotec engine put the problem is relevant to this site as the engine guys on here may be looking for cylinder heads for their 3rdgen and I have seen this company recommended before on...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-29-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 579
Posted By topradman

4L80 and Art/Carr or Winter's shifter install

Has anyone on here installed an Art/Carr or Winter's shifter in their car using the original console in the car? If so, was it a PITA? Did you have to modify much to install or make any brackets? Do...
Forum: Power Adders
10-15-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,089
Posted By topradman

Re: E-85 conversion

I would step lightly on this conversion and do some home work. You first have to commit to the power adder you want and what you are expecting out of it. E85 is not a savings over 91 but it is a...
Forum: Power Adders
10-15-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 495
Posted By topradman

Weight.... have a small quick diet question

Ok, as you know these cars are way heavier than they look. I'm posting this on power adder because I think there will be more folks on here that have put there car on a diet for more speed that might...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-24-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,851
Posted By topradman

Re: Superior Radiator

No if stock is oem ptr.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-19-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 792
Posted By topradman

High Speed Handling Questions

Ok, in a few weeks I will get my car back from the dyno for the final time. Last pull was 780rwhp. Expected pull this time in excess of 850rwhp. I have a 4L80E o/d, 3:25 rear gear and tall "Z' tires....
Forum: Electronics
09-19-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By topradman

Re: Wanna go fast and be irresponsible? Maybe

Not looking for cheap, looking for function. A roll bar mounted forward facing camera with large monitor and the jammer is something I would like but need more info on consequences and if anyone has...
Forum: Electronics
09-19-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By topradman

Re: Wanna go fast and be irresponsible? Maybe

You clearly have this experience and knowledge so why the need for a jammer??[/quote]

Well, there wasn't much of any other way to take that....... ok, I'm done...... Now, the reason for the...
Forum: Electronics
09-19-2013, 12:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By topradman

Re: Wanna go fast and be irresponsible? Maybe

:mad:
Dumbass?? 50 yrs old, 1st car was 57 chevy sedan when I was 12, built the whole car before I graduated high school with v8 & 4spd & red, 2nd 57 2dr hrdtp candy v8 4spd, 3rd 455 T/A, 4th 67...
Forum: Power Adders
09-19-2013, 08:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,834
Posted By topradman

Re: Good and Affordable kit

:iagree:Really gotta watch everything that is super cheap. Not worth an engine, your car or your life. A lot of side show snake oil out there, do your homework for sure ( course I guess that's what...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-18-2013, 07:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,851
Posted By topradman

Re: Superior Radiator

Beware of the "direct fit". Maybe I should say be aware of the "direct fit". I would be surprised if it is that direct with 2 rows of 1" tubes. That makes the core nearly the same thickness as the...
Forum: Electronics
09-18-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 577
Posted By topradman

Wanna go fast and be irresponsible? Maybe

Anybody know anything solid (true) about radar jammers and forward facing cameras that can see way ahead with a separate screen to mount on my visor???? ( other than they are probably illegal ) PS,...
Forum: Cooling
09-18-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,062
Posted By topradman

Re: Reasonable "Painless Wiring kit" for Electric Fan

I also used this fan on all these applications, all supercharged, and many more. Worked very well. (Black blown 502 57 street, purple blown 632 Merlin street, 572 blown Datsun ( that is not me, just...
Forum: Cooling
09-18-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,062
Posted By topradman

Re: Reasonable "Painless Wiring kit" for Electric Fan

Hi Ron, with the fan he wants to use, it will have to be wired independent of the stock system anyway. None of the stock wiring components are heavy enough for this fan except for a ground sense...
Forum: Cooling
09-18-2013, 08:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,062
Posted By topradman

Re: Reasonable "Painless Wiring kit" for Electric Fan

Personally, I would skip on the controller. I have never had an instance where I needed to use one to date. I have worked within one vehicle that already had one on it that was sensed off of the...
Forum: Cooling
09-17-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,062
Posted By topradman

Re: Reasonable "Painless Wiring kit" for Electric Fan

Here is a basic wiring diagram you can use for that fan and also a picture of what I do with same thing only new motors and I build the shroud and fan mounts, the only used part is the blade. That...
Forum: Power Adders
09-17-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,812
Posted By topradman

Re: Pro-charger vs Supercharger

Aw, piss on the hood and just let it ALL HANG OUT!! If I thought at the time I built my car I could've had a roots blower that would perform like a procharger ( i.e. pump gas + boost ) I would have...
Forum: Power Adders
09-15-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,834
Posted By topradman

Re: Good and Affordable kit

Not familiar with the Wynjammer but if fueled right ( injected ) and around 9-10lbs boost with Procharger, I was still getting 20mpg highway and 450+ rwhp but that was in the infancy of my project...
Forum: Power Adders
09-15-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,812
Posted By topradman

Re: Pro-charger vs Supercharger

Oops, missed the "under hood part", that's why I was so puzzled on your reply, my bad.
Forum: Power Adders
09-13-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,834
Posted By topradman

Re: Good and Affordable kit

:iagree:No great short cuts to real power, not to any great degree.
Forum: Power Adders
09-13-2013, 05:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,812
Posted By topradman

Re: Pro-charger vs Supercharger

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Forum: Cooling
09-13-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,042
Posted By topradman

Re: cooling trouble that i cant figure out plz help

Well, the t-stat only controls minimum temps and was never designed to control maximums as you are finding out. The 220f or so would not be as big of a concern but the 240 would be to me. The other...
Forum: Cooling
09-11-2013, 03:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,042
Posted By topradman

Re: cooling trouble that i cant figure out plz help

Looking at these temps and the very minimal differences ( not including surface temp on head as radiant heat from exhaust could account for that minimal difference ), seems like your coolant is...
Forum: Cooling
09-11-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,300
Posted By topradman

Re: Factory oil cooler lines

May be able to remove the lines, split the crimp ferrules off carefully with a cut off wheel, take to NAPA or a Federated parts store and have them crimp new hoses and new ferrules onto existing line...
Forum: Power Adders
09-10-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,330
Posted By topradman

Re: intake pipes over radiator under frame?

Going to sell this inner cooler as I have went way bigger with engine and had to relocate a lot of things. I built it. Install isn't too much to do. Notched radiator support as you can see and...
Forum: Power Adders
09-09-2013, 05:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,505
Posted By topradman

Re: 383 tpi procharged

:iagree:
Forum: Cooling
09-08-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,005
Posted By topradman

Re: Forward Leaning Radiator

A little hard to tell from just that angle but that might just work pretty good! Try not to get your filler too much lower than the water outlet on the motor or you may have a little trouble getting...
Forum: Power Adders
09-08-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,505
Posted By topradman

Re: 383 tpi procharged

600 rwhp is a big number! I know for a fact that there are some dyno shops blowing out unrealistic dyno prints to satisfy their customers. ( i.e. corrections ) so try to find someone that's...
Forum: Power Adders
09-08-2013, 09:26 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,505
Posted By topradman

Re: 383 tpi procharged

:iagree:Agree with this guy! Also, no way the oem computer chipped does as good of a job as and FAST XFI. OBD1 just too slow to respond, especially if street driven. This predominately applies to big...
Forum: Power Adders
09-07-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,265
Posted By topradman

Re: Finally got on a dyno, should it be better?

I read your last post. Might want to consider an exhaust dump for the track though.
Forum: Power Adders
09-06-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,505
Posted By topradman

Re: 383 tpi procharged

I just got in on this thread and reviewed what the original target hp was. Man, I could be wrong but I think your hp numbers are going to be disappointing ( sorry ). I have done extensive work to my...
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