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Forum: Members Firebirds
04-19-2024, 06:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,318
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: 89 GTA refresh

Who made the E Brake cables?
Forum: Engine Swap
10-15-2023, 09:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,069
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: 400 SBC options

That is a pre 67 or 68 head. Those early head did not come with acc. holes on the PS side. I think they are 72cc or 76cc chambers. You have to make a template and drill and tap like was mentioned. I...
Forum: Body
09-12-2020, 05:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 613
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: T top to Hard top

Contact Midwest Chassis. They make a carbon one piece roof for 4th gens. They could probably make one for 3rds.
Forum: Body
07-16-2020, 10:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,183
Posted By Suaveat69

RA HOOD

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1300x867/74793288_750280052088955_3988649661513596928_o_1_9a5326006c2cecc5e66ada1de082df6996cac37a_104957492eb0eed8c9ec74b92464b7983fe43e4f.jpg...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-04-2019, 10:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,692
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: Speedtech is designing a suspension system for 3rd gen cars

Roadster Shop has a full frame for these. Starts at ONLY $17,500!

http://roadstershop.com/product/full-chassis/1982-1992-chevrolet-camaro-chassis/
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-23-2019, 05:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,208
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: Corvette c5 front suspension in a third gen

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/fabrication/600117-third-gen-z06-long-2.html

Thread title - a third gen, a Z06, and a long winter
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-26-2014, 06:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,738
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: electronically adjustable suspension??

Magne is about 7k. Please explain how this system is inferior to the GM system. I am curious and want to know.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-26-2014, 01:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,738
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: electronically adjustable suspension??

http://www.nmcadigital.com/2014/01/25/viking-performance-berserker-asm-shock/

Viking Performance takes suspension control to the next level with its award-winning, revolutionary Berserker ASM™...
Forum: Fabrication
03-04-2014, 01:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,569
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: suspension swap idea...

Says the man with 1950's technology in the front on his 3rd gen (struts) LOL. I would not change out the rear for leafs.
Forum: Interior
02-26-2009, 09:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,086
Posted By Suaveat69

Speedhut Gauges

Found these over at the GN forum. Can get them custom engraved and they have memory settings to boot.

435536

Check out the Turbo 6 in the gauge.

http://www.speedhut.com/

In additon to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-26-2009, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,158
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: new TCI 4L80E 6spd

http://www.motorator.com/blog/gm/tci...c-transmission

http://video.aol.com/video-detail/tc...008/2675418475

From what I found around $5k for the complete kit. Looks like it can use any 4L80...
Forum: Brakes
02-26-2009, 09:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,115
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: PowerMaster conversion?

Could try one of these. Electric with adjustable pedal.

http://www.abspowerbrake.com/electrichppage.html
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-13-2008, 09:43 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 21,496
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: corvette suspension on f-body

Has anyone ever converted to a front C4/5/6 style suspension or found a way to run a dual A arm set which eliminates the strut towers?
Forum: Fabrication
10-26-2008, 01:57 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 11,771
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: Carbon fiber

Joe Overbeek makes carbon Fiber hoods for the 4th gens and they weigh about 9 lbs. I think they are around 1K?
Forum: Brakes
10-26-2008, 01:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 21,155
Posted By Suaveat69

Re: Corvette Z06 Brakes

Although I am not a big fan of them, Baer offers a new 6 pot system front and back that uses C5/C6 pads in 13 or 14 inch. The calipers weigh only 6.5 lbs.
...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-13-2001, 04:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 393
Posted By Suaveat69

Coil overs?

I want to do a little drag and a little road race. Anyone running coil overs? Any pro's and con's would be helpful.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-12-2001, 09:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 331
Posted By Suaveat69

ANYONE RUNNING COIL OVERS?

Just wanted to get feedback on coil over vs.stock. Just thoughts from people who actually r running them or knows somone running them. Please, no "opinions". Just looking for pro's and con's.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-02-2001, 12:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 704
Posted By Suaveat69

Pull the wires off the injectors and test each...

Pull the wires off the injectors and test each injector with a digial meter, That will tell you which one is bad. Just did mine last week.

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Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-06-2001, 08:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By Suaveat69

I just put brand new wires and plugs plus a cap...

I just put brand new wires and plugs plus a cap and rotor.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-06-2001, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By Suaveat69

Jumping RPM

350 TPI motor. The car was mising and i tuned it up. When i am at idle, the rpm's r jumping around like it is missing but it is no miss. Smooth when i am driving but as soon as you stop the rpm jump...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-13-2001, 04:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 630
Posted By Suaveat69

Go with a Donavan block. Go with a 4.215 bore,...

Go with a Donavan block. Go with a 4.215 bore, 3.65 stroke and a 6.250 rod. Also, u could get a GM 400 block. I think they r around 800.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-10-2001, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,505
Posted By Suaveat69

I just had bad wheel hop when i hit 2nd in my...

I just had bad wheel hop when i hit 2nd in my 700r and it was a busted tranny mount.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-02-2001, 10:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 401
Posted By Suaveat69

The front r 0 mm and the rear are either 16 or 23...

The front r 0 mm and the rear are either 16 or 23 mm i can't remember. If i find out i will let you know.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2001, 09:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 405
Posted By Suaveat69

FUEL PRESSURE

First time i have checked the fuel pressure on a TPI car. I hooked the gauge to the rail and had a reading of 20psi. Started the car and had a reading of 36psi. Does anyone know if this is the right...
Forum: Body
06-27-2001, 07:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 512
Posted By Suaveat69

LEXAN GLASS

Does anybody know if lexan glass for the rear hatch will open or if it is fix shut?
Forum: Exhaust
06-27-2001, 07:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 537
Posted By Suaveat69

Almost the same test as in the left coast of the...

Almost the same test as in the left coast of the world. I am in Pittsburgh. Anyone out there run the formula for emission through the cat and find out what chemical comes out. Have ur organic teacher...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-26-2001, 03:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 557
Posted By Suaveat69

If you want to run a inexpensive 6 inch rod, get...

If you want to run a inexpensive 6 inch rod, get an OLDS rocket 350 rod. They r 6 inches.
Forum: Exhaust
06-26-2001, 03:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 537
Posted By Suaveat69

Please. As lond as the car passes with the cat it...

Please. As lond as the car passes with the cat it will pass without the cat. Who cares if the numbers go up. I have had mine gutted for years now and passed every emission test.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-21-2001, 04:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,779
Posted By Suaveat69

Carbon fiber driveshaft. About 100 bucks more...

Carbon fiber driveshaft. About 100 bucks more than an aluminum but stronger, less weight and with aluminum U joits.
Forum: Exhaust
06-21-2001, 03:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 537
Posted By Suaveat69

Gutting the cat will not affect emissions in most...

Gutting the cat will not affect emissions in most cases. It will have a more higher pitched sound though. Some say that the HP will increase and some say decrease. Have ur muffler guy put a straight...
Forum: Car Audio
06-19-2001, 10:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By Suaveat69

Anyone put in the new Jensen

CM7015k CD/Cassette radio with remote control? I know Jensen sucks but this is the only 1.5 DIN cd/cassette radio out there.
Forum: Exhaust
06-19-2001, 09:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 344
Posted By Suaveat69

FULL LENGTH HEADERS

Anyone running full length headers with lowerering springs? ANy problems with claerance.
Forum: TPI
06-18-2001, 09:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,739
Posted By Suaveat69

AIR FOILS

Anyone seen any difference between the various airfoils, i.e, TPIS, JET, Holley ect. Anyone tried a few different ones and seen any noticeable difference.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-16-2001, 06:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 372
Posted By Suaveat69

Anyone want to sell any ration of gears?

Anyone want to sell any ration of gears?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-16-2001, 06:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 775
Posted By Suaveat69

Yes i think they suck. No noticeable...

Yes i think they suck. No noticeable improvements. I have good luck with splitfire plugs.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-15-2001, 11:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By Suaveat69

It's Baldwin

It's Baldwin
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-15-2001, 09:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 372
Posted By Suaveat69

reider racing makes them as well as randy's ring...

reider racing makes them as well as randy's ring and pinion. Jegs carries torque line gears as well. Strange makes them as well. But they r all 300 to 375 in price. Thanks for the reply.
Forum: Electronics
06-14-2001, 11:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 411
Posted By Suaveat69

DISTRIBUTOR QUESTION

dOES ANYBODY KNOW IF U CAN REPLACE THE SMALL CAP HEI WITH THE LARGE CAP CORVETTE STYLE? HAS ANYONE EVER DONE THIS SWAP. I KNOW THE THE THE PULSE TO THE DISTRIBUTO IS DIFFERENT IN THE F BODIES AS...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2001, 10:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 339
Posted By Suaveat69

need 9 bolt gears

Anyone know where u can get 9 bolt gears either new or used in 342 or 373 for a good pirce, under 200 bucks.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-14-2001, 10:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 372
Posted By Suaveat69

Need gears for a 9 bolt

Anyone know where u can get 9 bolt gears either new or used in 342 or 373 for a good pirce, under 200 bucks.
Forum: TPI
06-13-2001, 01:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,509
Posted By Suaveat69

Only go a quarter turn. Helps it rev faster. I...

Only go a quarter turn. Helps it rev faster. I know but anything helps these motors.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-13-2001, 12:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 479
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Forum: Exhaust
06-13-2001, 12:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 502
Posted By Suaveat69

take off the cat and run the headers. the air...

take off the cat and run the headers. the air crap does nothing to clean the air excapt dilute the gasses at startup. like cars pollute the air.
Forum: Electronics
06-09-2001, 10:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By Suaveat69

It is the radio. Mine did the same thing and...

It is the radio. Mine did the same thing and after checking the steering controls for a month the radio went. I found out it had a short in it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-09-2001, 10:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 290
Posted By Suaveat69

TPI and removing smog equipment

Anyone running a TPI and reomved the smog pump and lines? If so drop me an e mail as i have a few questions. I plan on removing mine and installing headers.
Forum: TPI
06-09-2001, 10:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,965
Posted By Suaveat69

Actually copper is the second best conductor for...

Actually copper is the second best conductor for spark plugs. I think silver is the best. Platinum is the worst conductor. Platinum just lasts a long time thats all. I have had good luck with spit...
Forum: Body
06-08-2001, 05:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 20,189
Posted By Suaveat69

Put freakin sub fram connectors on your car then...

Put freakin sub fram connectors on your car then tell me if the t top dont suck. It makes the body weak and has pronounced flex. Can't u understand that. Why do u think GM did not put 5 speeds with...
Forum: Exhaust
06-08-2001, 05:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 438
Posted By Suaveat69

Duals r old tech? Please. It is because our cars...

Duals r old tech? Please. It is because our cars r really pieces of **** that were intended for V6's and 305's and not preformance. Duals if u can get them r the ony way to go. But for our cars the...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-31-2001, 11:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 273
Posted By Suaveat69

WHEELS

Does anyone know where u can get the GTA style wheel but in a 17 inch that does not cost 2 grand?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-31-2001, 11:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 285
Posted By Suaveat69

FANS

Anyone know how to wire the duals fans so they both come on at the same time?
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