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Forum: Power Adders
11-05-2009, 03:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,400
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: done piecing together turbo, now i need bottom end and advice

I can't speculate on how your setup will work because I only have "one" turbo build under my belt.

I will say that I'm running 9 psi thru a stock ZZ4 short block that's been zero clearanced. ...
Forum: Power Adders
10-19-2009, 09:08 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 35,721
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Here comes another single turbo TPI 5.7 87 Iroc

Glad to see it working so well. I've kinda been skeptical about the MS system over the years. I just checked out the website and it seems they've come a LOOOONG way from what I remember.

Sadly...
Forum: Power Adders
09-29-2009, 04:19 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 35,721
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Here comes another single turbo TPI 5.7 87 Iroc

Which Ebay turbo is that? Just curious which one you got. You have the same compressor housing as mine but your turbine housing looks bigger.

I'm pretty sure mine is too small for my engine,...
Forum: Power Adders
09-28-2009, 08:54 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 17,422
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: 91 Formula turbo, 383 w/a BW S400

Wow. Looks great! Anything worth doing is worth OVER doing :nod:
Forum: Power Adders
09-19-2009, 04:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,609
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Single turbo oil return - anyone made one without removing oil pan?

I forgot about that. I have braided trans cooler lines, you can see them in the pics. AND I forgot I have alot more room than an F-body.
Forum: Power Adders
09-17-2009, 10:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,609
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Single turbo oil return - anyone made one without removing oil pan?

I installed mine without removing the pan. I punched a hole with a centerpunch then drilled SLOW with the proper sized bit covered in grease. I tapped the pan 1/2" NPT. I got a steel -10AN to 1/2...
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-11-2009, 12:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,683
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Opinions on this injector waveform

I'm so glad you jump in here :nod: I got to work this morning and pulled a couple screenshots from our waveform library. They all look just like the one you posted.

I don't understand how the...
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-10-2009, 08:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,683
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Opinions on this injector waveform

I'm running a 4bbl TBI with a Holley C950. The ECM refuses to run all 4 injectors. They are 95 #/hr, 4/1A injectors. The 4th injector on pin D16 does not work under any testing method.

I scoped...
Forum: Power Adders
08-26-2009, 12:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,942
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Blow thru TBI, figured someone here wants to see it

Nah, no more Astro's right now. I sold my last '91 Stro to the same guy who bought my '89 305 TPI van. The last van I converted to real 4x4 with an NP231 transfer case. I miss that '89 Safari with...
Forum: Power Adders
08-25-2009, 09:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,942
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Blow thru TBI, figured someone here wants to see it

Steve! lolz...good to see you around.

The engine is a ZZ4 shortblock. I had it zero clearanced for proper quench. Sportsman II heads (ported), Ferrea valves. Comp 276HR cam, 1.7 ratio...
Forum: Power Adders
08-23-2009, 10:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,942
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Blow thru TBI, figured someone here wants to see it

https://img412.imageshack.us/img412/4108/1000783.jpg

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https://img412.imageshack.us/img412/8601/1000788.jpg
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Forum: Power Adders
08-23-2009, 10:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,942
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Blow thru TBI, figured someone here wants to see it

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs102.snc1/4878_1117212083711_1029260781_30330709_3517111_n.jpg
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Forum: Power Adders
08-23-2009, 10:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,942
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Blow thru TBI, figured someone here wants to see it

I decided that the BT carb thing isn't for me. I'm not saying it doesn't work, I'm just more familiar with EFI.

I'll be running the Holley C950 with WB02 correction. Not the best IMO but it...
Forum: Power Adders
03-25-2009, 12:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,255
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: turbo ring gap??

Depends on his tune. If he has a WBO2 and knows how to use it then he won't have any problems.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-10-2008, 07:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 324
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Holley C950, Zeitronix ZT-2 and harness

The Holley C950 ECM was upgraded earlier this year by Doug Flynn at Holley tech. I have the zip file with the tuning software as well. The harness is the universal harness I left completely uncut. ...
Forum: Power Adders
05-02-2008, 02:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 557
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Two HT-18 turbos on a 350?

I came across two Hitachi HT-18 turbos for free. They both came off running S5 RX-7's.

I did some reading on the net and found that they are almost identical to a Garrett T3. Would the pair of...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-26-2008, 11:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,050
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: GM 80lb/hr TBI injectors 17084304

Can you get me a pic of the part number on top? I'll take them if I can get a picture of the part number on top.

v8astrocaptain (at) hotmail (dot) com
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-25-2008, 09:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 255
Posted By V8Astro Captain

WTB: 454 TBI, 2" bore

I need one with the 75# or 80# injectors. If you are not sure take a pic of the injector top and I'll figure it out.

v8astrocaptain@hotmail.com
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
03-22-2008, 02:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 818
Posted By V8Astro Captain

C950 with 2-GM TBI's...

I've had a complete C950 race setup sitting in a box for 6 years now. I recently had to swap to a carb and I can't stand it. I need EFI again.

I got a C950 wiring diagram from the Holley website...
Forum: Carburetors
03-21-2008, 04:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Largest acceptable jet difference?

I have 73/80 jets in my 750 Demon now. My cruise AFR is ~12.5:1 and my WOT AFR is ~14:1. I've tuned the carb according to the sticky at the top, which is how I arrived at a 7.5 PV and 73 primary...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-16-2008, 10:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: 4bbl TBI up and running

The setup ran perfect. I would do it again in a heartbeat. It was so reliable that I rarely brought the laptop with me and I took the WB02 out so I could save it for future tuning projects.

Back...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-07-2008, 10:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,991
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: power differences in these small cams

I wish I saw this post earlier...

I've used the Ram Jet cam in an L05 and a well prepared 310. Both had a good idle, were easy to tune (both TBI) and ran well up to 5500 rpm. The 310 had ported...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2008, 07:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 463
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Good book for setting up SBC heads and cam

I don't usually cry :search: button right off the bat...but you'd learn a hell of a lot more practical info and it will be free. It will just a take a little of you time to sort thru.

here's a...
Forum: Carburetors
02-23-2008, 07:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 705
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Holley in the news

That makes me sad. That's one American company I would hate to see in the shtter.
Forum: Carburetors
02-11-2008, 09:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 26,291
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Best carb for draw-thru supercharger? DP or VS?

:doh: I had QJet power piston in mind. I have been thankfully corrected
Forum: Carburetors
02-10-2008, 02:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 26,291
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Best carb for draw-thru supercharger? DP or VS?

If you look around you'll see that most blower carbs are mechanical secondary. I'd use on of the DP's for draw thru. The VS vacuum reference is right under the carb which won't do you any good on a...
Forum: Fabrication
01-27-2008, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,245
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: My chevy tbi project

Awesome. I love it! :goodjob:
Forum: Power Adders
12-14-2007, 02:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,873
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: HELP! extremely bad MPG w/ supercharger

Huh...I was getting 22.6 avg MPG (25 hiway MPG) with my blown 350 and 4.10 gears. It was a Weiand 142 with an Accel 4 barrel TBI (with 4, 86# injectors) and Rbobs EBL.
Forum: DIY PROM
11-11-2007, 08:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 741
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: 10deg retard STILL

I had a problem once where my knock sensor wire was picking up interference from the plug wires thru the dipstick tube. I had recently installed headers and had wrapped the signal wire around the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-15-2007, 06:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,259
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Minimum rocker stud length...

I'm using Comp Pro Magnum roller rockers (7/16" stud) and the matching poly locks. What is the minimum amount (length) of rocker stud I need in the poly lock?

I'm concerned that I do not have...
Forum: TBI
09-30-2007, 01:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,733
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: $2,000 4 barrel tbi

You can get the TB unit by itself. The Accel part number is 74135B. I had one on my Weiand 142 blown 350. I think I paid $350 for the TB, then another $250 for injectors.
Forum: Power Adders
09-24-2007, 08:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,004
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: single turbo setup being built, couple of questions

This really isn't on topic for the turbo, but after all the fantastic experiences I've had with RBobs EBL I'm going to recommend it. He has a version of the EBL that is flash capable and will run a...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-23-2007, 09:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 488
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: FS holley 58mm TB

would you take $200 plus shipping?
Forum: Power Adders
09-20-2007, 10:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,828
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: I Finally Bit The Bullet

What does the tag on the turbo read?

Looks good. I hope you get it together soon and put some miles on it I want to know how it works out
Forum: Power Adders
09-16-2007, 02:19 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,845
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: BBSDesigns Turbo Headers; The Last Run

Edgardo, I sent a PM.
Forum: Power Adders
09-10-2007, 02:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Turbo selection...I did a search, oddball questions

Does anyone have good info on the Hitachi HT-18S? I can't find any useful info thru google. The info I did find tells me it's very similar to a T3.
Forum: Power Adders
09-08-2007, 05:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Turbo selection...I did a search, oddball questions

I have a 350 now, specs are in my sig. I'm taking the blower off because I'm bored and looking for a project.

I did a search to see what people are using for single turbo setups on a 350. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-31-2007, 06:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 348
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Boost or Cubes?

I have the chance to trade my blown 350 for a warmed over BB 454. I don't know what heads are on the BB but it has 9.6:1 hyper pistons and Eagle H-beam rods. A NIB Eagle crank and Fed Mogul...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-28-2007, 08:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: 4bbl TBI up and running

A few...

I switched the 3.08's out and put 4.10's in (again). This helped my 1400-2200 rpm spark knock issue. I spent alot of time tuning all the knock out. I wasn't having much luck so I sat...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-25-2007, 12:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 890
Posted By V8Astro Captain

DIY race gas...

I've been reading about DIY race gas using toluene and xylene as an "octane enhancer".

http://members.rennlist.com/951_racerx/RocketFuelFAQ.html

Has anyone here tried this? I'm not too...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-17-2007, 06:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 749
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Was idling fine......then IAC maxxed out

Sounds to me like one of those VE changes or SA changes upset it. You could compare the two and see if everything "looks" ok. To quote the late Mr.Grumpy, "give the engine what it wants"...
Forum: TBI
07-15-2007, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 771
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Injectors seem to be just too big...

What ECM are you running?
Forum: DIY PROM
07-11-2007, 06:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,883
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Fuel consumption

I recently switched to a GM 8.5 axle. I got it with 3.08's and I've been running them for a few weeks now. I've ben getting 30-32 mpg on the hiway, lean cruise disabled. This is mostly on an 18...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-04-2007, 08:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,677
Posted By V8Astro Captain

4L60-E and 700R4 parts interchange...

I have an '84 700R4 in my car. It has the 27 spline input shaft and 7 vane pump. I want to convert it to the 30 spline, 13 vane using parts from a later model 4L60-E. I'm not sure what year 4L60-E...
Forum: DIY PROM
07-02-2007, 06:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: 4bbl TBI up and running

I would like to report that I now get 32 mpg hiway with the 3.08's! hahaha I thought the EBL had to be wrong but I verfied this twice with the odometer and gas pump. :nod:
Forum: DIY PROM
06-27-2007, 10:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: 4bbl TBI up and running

I got to drive the car around today. Nice that it was 90°F and raining to try out that 8.5" posi I just installed :mad:

I bought a set of 4 Deka injectors from Racetronix and so far I'm amazed. ...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-24-2007, 08:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,439
Posted By V8Astro Captain

4bbl TBI up and running

I never know where to post this stuff...power addder, TBI or the DIY PROM forum.

I got the 4 barrel TBI up and running. It took alot longer than expected due to my Aeromotive FPR diaphram...
Forum: Power Adders
06-20-2007, 05:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,397
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: is 9.25:1 compression too high for a Supercharger

My shortblock is 9.2:1 compression and I run 6 psi with 30° timing. Cast pistons and crank hasn't blown up yet and I've been running the snot out of it.

Just make sure your tune starts with very...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-14-2007, 08:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 932
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: PE way too rich per WB. why?

Try adjusting the VE table(s) in the 95-100 kPa area. Take the actual AFR / desired AFR.

You have... 11.2 / 12.7 = .88


To be safe I'd multiply the 95-100 kPa columns by .92 (instead of the...
Forum: TBI
06-07-2007, 07:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,813
Posted By V8Astro Captain

Re: Hypermiling your TBI part 1: The savings in slowing down

I got 1.6x the mileage by adding a newer 350 long block, blower, 4.10 gears and a giant 4.5" cowl. Figure that one out!

LG4 with CC Qjet = 15mpg
current combo = 24 mpg

same stretch of hiway...
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