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Forum: TPI
01-12-2022, 10:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 595
Posted By liljon285

Re: LB9 Head options

I used Valvoline but just the regular conventional. And it helped A LOT. So honestly maybe switching to synthetic it may help not sure. I’ll keep that in mind thanks! As for the rockers yea that was...
Forum: TPI
01-12-2022, 06:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 595
Posted By liljon285

Re: LB9 Head options

Is it silly to not do upgrades if I have to modify/repair anyways? Make that commitment to do the job might as well get a little more fun out of it. Guess it is silly lol.
Forum: TPI
01-11-2022, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 595
Posted By liljon285

Re: LB9 Head options

And I can use the factory intake base?
Forum: TPI
01-11-2022, 05:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 595
Posted By liljon285

LB9 Head options

Hello. I have a 1987 IROC with the LB9 and T5. I really like this combo and would like to enjoy it. Unfortunately at first crank and long idle periods it does give a puff of smoke with the smell of...
Forum: Convertibles
12-26-2021, 06:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,692
Posted By liljon285

Re: Replacement Convertible Top

Crazy how prices have soared for these things. I am interested in the Glass top from tops online, but does anyone know if it comes ready to go? Convertible tops guys has a nice package deal that...
Forum: Convertibles
12-26-2021, 05:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,281
Posted By liljon285

Re: Convertible Top Fitment Examples

Any luck? Which one did you go with? I am on the same boat, haven't even measured yet though lol.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-10-2020, 05:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 574
Posted By liljon285

Re: Looking for a TPI engine

I’ll pass, but thanks for the offer. I’m sure someone closer will pick it up!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
02-10-2020, 05:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 574
Posted By liljon285

Re: Looking for a TPI engine

Yea saw your posting I think on Facebook, wish it was closer!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-23-2020, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 574
Posted By liljon285

Re: Looking for a TPI engine

Where are you located?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-22-2020, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 574
Posted By liljon285

Looking for a TPI engine

The 305 TPI in my 1992 z28 is shot. Looking for another 305 or maybe even a L98 to swap in. Will consider an LT1 for the right deal though. No transmission needed unless it’s a t5 or t56! Willing to...
Forum: TPI
01-21-2020, 07:24 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

If I find the L98 with the ecm can it just plug into my current harness? By that I mean take my current ecm out plug 5.7 one in and shove back into the inside of dash lol
Forum: TPI
01-21-2020, 06:50 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

If I find a 350 L98 and throw it in there, aside from the 22injectors I would need everything else would work fine correct? Can you tune my current ecm or would I need the L98 ecm? And if I get it is...
Forum: TPI
01-21-2020, 02:20 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Yea that’s where stuff starts to add up, and then probably wouldn’t even be worth strapping the t5 behind it it’ll blow it to shreds! Have a lot if thinking to do.
Forum: TPI
01-21-2020, 01:44 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

I can’t use my intake on that or distributor? I have so many new parts on my current engine just don’t want to throw them away! That’s not bad at all though especially a 350. But would need new...
Forum: TPI
01-21-2020, 01:39 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

That’s alright, I’m on the hunt now, maybe can find a 305 already with the t5 setup and swap it in. Hoping to find a setup for under $1200 anything more than that I think I’d just save up and do an...
Forum: TPI
01-20-2020, 04:30 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

So I couldn’t just let it sit and let the week go by so I put some air in the tire after gluing the crack on the stem and took the car for a spin after it warmed up well. Gotta say it drives AMAZING...
Forum: TPI
01-19-2020, 05:56 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Had to take a video of it


https://youtu.be/q7iNvRDu6A4
Forum: TPI
01-19-2020, 03:24 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

It’s almost a knock. It’s hard to pin point as it does it mostly when I’m revving it up let off and rev again before it goes back to idle it does it. Definitely not blown rod noise but possibly...
Forum: TPI
01-19-2020, 03:11 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Ok yep reviving it now indeed there is a tick now. Damnit! Just when it started to run good. Sounds like it may be a lifter.
Forum: TPI
01-19-2020, 03:05 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Backed it down to 6, she’s good to go. Idling great and all. It was indeed pinging a bit too. Once the connector, forgot the name of it, one you remove to adjust timing. Once that’s plugged in is it...
Forum: TPI
01-19-2020, 01:51 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Good point just let it be. Seems to be harder to start now though(not harder but not instant crank like it was doing the first time, maybe retarding it starts easier but runs tougher). May back it...
Forum: TPI
01-19-2020, 09:30 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Wow for some reason the timing was retard like 4° ! When I parked the car initially I had set it between 6-8. I just brought it up to the last point which seems to be 8° and it’s idling well. Car got...
Forum: TPI
01-18-2020, 09:11 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

I think I have it at about 7. I’ll give it a shot tomorrow thanks!!
Forum: TPI
01-18-2020, 02:53 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

So got the injectors, the job wasn’t bad at all. Took me about 3 hrs with two or three beer breaks in between. Right away I noticed how well the car got up and idled. It’s idling right at...
Forum: Car Audio
01-17-2020, 07:06 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 94,415
Posted By liljon285

Re: Double Din Radio Bezel

How the heck did you guys make them fit so flush. I broke my radio kit adjusting it as it was a bit sideways. Waiting on replacement. That ac control bracket is no help I tried bending it up and...
Forum: Car Audio
01-15-2020, 04:03 AM
Replies: 421
Views: 94,415
Posted By liljon285

Re: Double Din Radio Bezel

Is there someone making the brackets for the side of the radio or the regular double din kit will work? I have one on the way figure just use the brackets from the kit and not the whole trim and etc.
Forum: TPI
01-14-2020, 04:46 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Sorry first picture is while running and second is after I shut it off. The pump stays running for a bit then climbs back up to that the same as before starting and stays there. About two minutes...
Forum: TPI
01-14-2020, 04:44 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Fuel pressure gauge is in. Hooked her up, primed right over 40psi. Cranked and dropped to about 32-34psi, and revving back over 40psi. Just shut it off and it’s roughly at 34-35psi waiting to see if...
Forum: Car Audio
01-14-2020, 06:40 AM
Replies: 421
Views: 94,415
Posted By liljon285

Re: Double Din Radio Bezel

Went ahead and ordered one through Treatstock. Let’s see how it goes. Ordered two just in case if they both come out good I’ll gladly sell the second one to someone here for the cheaps
Forum: Car Audio
01-13-2020, 06:19 PM
Replies: 421
Views: 94,415
Posted By liljon285

Re: Double Din Radio Bezel

These still being made? Before I cut my original one up!! How did you guys install the radio to the stock four screws on the center console? Noticed some have brackets in your pictures those custom...
Forum: TPI
01-13-2020, 02:45 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Still stuck at work. But the more I research these injectors the more I feel it’s just that. The car always ran great but I never drove it more that 10 miles and never really drove it hard, the few...
Forum: TPI
01-13-2020, 04:31 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Checked resistance at the chip on key this morning it’s at 1430ohms. If that’s any consolation! Stil not sure on it being vats now after reading so much bad things on these injectors.


Also went...
Forum: TPI
01-12-2020, 08:18 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Finally got back home. Car cranked perfect. Tried several times see if the security light stayed on and it comes off every time. So not sure if it is still the fuel injector part of the vats or not....
Forum: TPI
01-12-2020, 02:29 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

yea exactly why I asked, I know it’s gonna be tough to trouble shoot. I read about bypassing it through the drivers side kick panel relay. I’ll try starting there. Have to try running the resistor as...
Forum: TPI
01-12-2020, 02:28 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Here some pictures!


https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/1ab3734d_d91c_47cf_8aea_1cbd69e1b98e_200a81af21257b85a92f9714c3852eb0dc55f613.jpeg...
Forum: TPI
01-12-2020, 11:51 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

I’m back!! Figured I’d bring this thread back up as I’m having a similar issue as before. Although I think this one may be VATS. Will the VATS allow the car to still turn over?

This week I was...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-17-2019, 03:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By liljon285

Re: T56 swap parts

Where are you located?
Forum: Electronics
11-20-2019, 12:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 412
Posted By liljon285

Another Pull Down Latch thread

Hey everyone, I’ve got a 1992 z28 that’s had hatch motor issues since the day I bought it. When I bought it. Wouldn’t even latch I had to tie the hatch down to bring it home. Was able to align it a...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-25-2019, 05:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,124
Posted By liljon285

Re: Wrong Eibach Springs

I spoke with eibach, although the rears did fit fine hey said the fourth gen springs actually have less of a spring rate so even though the drop may look similar it’s gonna be a lot softer ride which...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-25-2019, 04:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,124
Posted By liljon285

Re: Wrong Eibach Springs

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/920x2000/e55e0d01_3791_4864_adb3_8692e6f3d407_c2606b6f18bae331e24805336e1dc10426d62738.png
Ended up ordering these. Price is a bit low and...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-25-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,124
Posted By liljon285

Wrong Eibach Springs

So about a year ago wife decided to get me some springs for the z28 as a gift. She sent me the link, they looked new but off of OfferUp so I just verified they were for camaro dude said yup even...
Forum: Body
06-30-2019, 07:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,932
Posted By liljon285

Re: Swapping Lexan to Glass T-tops

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/904685b3_9e96_4e1a_9809_4b91669db4eb_baa109684ad6f06646400d9e603b99b5e562504c.jpeg


Somewhat. Slots are so small a drill for the...
Forum: Body
06-30-2019, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,932
Posted By liljon285

Re: Swapping Lexan to Glass T-tops

It’s difficult when there just aren’t that many big pin style t-tops from what I’ve seen. So whatever I get I’m most likely gonna need to modify. If it’s possible to do it with these I might as well...
Forum: Body
06-30-2019, 10:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,932
Posted By liljon285

Swapping Lexan to Glass T-tops

Hi everyone I have a 1992 Z28 with the lexan tops, this weekend I found a set online for a good price by the beach so I said screw it I’ll pick em up then head to the beach. Once I got there they...
Forum: Body
03-18-2019, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 970
Posted By liljon285

Re: Hawks Hatch Hinges

Thanks for the thoughts, I hadn’t thought of the mission it would be to slide out one hinge OUT of the frame while other was on. The bolts aren’t solid right I’ve loosened all of them already in...
Forum: Body
03-17-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 970
Posted By liljon285

Hawks Hatch Hinges

Hate to start a new thread but just haven’t found much info on these. Have they fixed anyone’s hatch? I currently bought them and have them in my home ready to throw on but have a few complications...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-09-2019, 02:17 PM
Replies: 2,654
Views: 1,761,708
Posted By liljon285

Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Threw these stock T/A ones on mine. Painted them gold they were originally black. Also ran the opposite offset. Will be getting chunkier tires and drop soon.

...
Forum: TPI
01-18-2019, 12:05 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Wow thanks guys. I try to go on here as much as I can but I tend to disappear very busy. I ordered a speed sensor as it was about $30 to give that a shot. If I see no changes I’ll jump on a cluster....
Forum: TPI
01-15-2019, 01:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

Yea that’s what I’ve come across a lot. Weird that just the speedo gives out due to that design. Is there a company that fixes them or have to salvage one and risk it not working too?
Forum: TPI
01-15-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,565
Posted By liljon285

Re: Second crank issues

And where is C1 located? I read on a few posts it’s most likely the speedo as if it’s the ecu or the vss it’ll throw a code?
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