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Forum: TBI
02-01-2020, 01:16 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

The GM small cap stuff is the most affordable and simple way to go for sure. Mine runs well, The timing control helps idle control when there is a lopey camshaft involved as it can vary to help...
Forum: TBI
01-31-2020, 05:36 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

If I remember correctly there is a section in the installation manual for using a small cap HEI. Many people seem to be going after the Dual sync distributor now. I have a stock replacement small...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-09-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,296
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Firebird IMSA hood is finally available. Good or bad product?

Does anyone have a picture of the underside of this hood? I'm still trying to get my act together enough to do bodywork on my car and this hood was going to be involved but a response from the...
Forum: TBI
04-09-2016, 08:24 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

Wow, I knew there were clearance differences from Camaro to Firebird I didn't realize it was that big.

I am running an older Edelbrock drop base, on an RPM Airgap, a 1 inch spacer under the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2016, 01:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,124
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: T56 Swap 4th Gen pedals don't line up?

84 bird here, 4th gen pedals with no issues, my firewall is flat there and the car was originally an auto/v6.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-17-2016, 08:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,803
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Vortec Style Intake Gaskets

They are beaded between ports and they are to the thick side but i dont have a number
Forum: TBI
12-14-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I think I would swap out for TBI or carb type cables instead of adapters and to get rid of the extra length. Eventually it will get in the way or end up kinking and cause you a headache.
Forum: TBI
12-14-2015, 07:18 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I don't recall having that issue on dads Nova, it has a TV cable from a carbed 305/700r4 setup. I think I have the bracket in the garage somewhere from my kit I could take a look at. I didn't use it...
Forum: TBI
06-10-2015, 08:54 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

OEM lines should be 3/8 feed and 5/16 return which works just fine. Factory TPI pump can make 43 lbs but will not support the full flow required if you max out the Terminator systems 600hp...
Forum: Exhaust
04-22-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,768
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: True Dual Exhaust

I remember seeing the system you mention in that thread, it was very well done. Since you are using shorties and swinging through the original cat location then yeah you should have room to drop an x...
Forum: Exhaust
04-21-2015, 12:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,768
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: True Dual Exhaust

It is/was 2.5 inch. body diameter on the mufflers was i believe 3/3.5. I don't know if i ever took pics of it but if i did i probably posted it here somewhere.

I came together under the tailshaft...
Forum: Exhaust
04-19-2015, 11:27 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,768
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: True Dual Exhaust

For a street driven car that you want to be easily worked on true dual is not worth it.. I have had it for about 4 years now, its loud and with a healthy engine and cam it sounds amazing. I used 18...
Forum: TBI
01-08-2015, 04:50 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

The pump I ordered is EP381 it was used up to 97 in vortec applications 98 they switched to a modular combo as part of the plastic tank movement. I paid just shy of $40.

The Camaro is very nice,...
Forum: TBI
01-08-2015, 09:44 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

Was shopping Amazon for some other stuff and through the powers that are the internet it showed me sending units and pumps and so on. I found all the same items i was planning from Rock Auto, ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-08-2015, 02:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,296
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Firebird IMSA hood is finally available. Good or bad product?

It is spendy no doubt but probably realistic. You and I both know we couldnt drive there and back with it for less. LTL truck freight isn't cheap unless you are shipping large volumes. I had a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-07-2015, 01:05 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,296
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Firebird IMSA hood is finally available. Good or bad product?

$200ish to a business location, $270 to residential for me. Plus crating fee of like $65
Forum: TBI
01-07-2015, 12:40 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I am originally a carb v6 car. I will probably pull it down then order parts. As much other money as has been dumped in the car whats another $175.

Got my subframes done this last weekend, next up...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-06-2015, 01:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 12,296
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Firebird IMSA hood is finally available. Good or bad product?

Thanks for letting us know, I ran a shipping qoute and was a little shocked but it is a large odd sized package that moves by truck freight so i really shouldnt be
Forum: TBI
01-06-2015, 01:07 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

CC, what was different about the new fuel tank? does it actually have baffles and stuff in it or did you do it just so it was new?

I ask because my tank appears to be in good shape from the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-29-2014, 10:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,363
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Straigh line highway handling issues?

I had a strange twitchy darting and poor return to center after doing poly bushings, ball joints steering box, strut mounts and a few other things, there was no slop that could be observed during a...
Forum: Body
12-26-2014, 05:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,282
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Air cleaner wont fit under hood

I have a Vortec RPM Airgap, with various holley 4150/4160 series carbs edelbrock drop base and 3 inch filter under my 84 firebirds stock hood. insulation is gone but nothing has been trimmed
Forum: TBI
12-23-2014, 04:58 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

For the sake of adding info to this as a resource.

I think I did find a factory pump with advertised specs that meet the demands set forth by Holley. AC Delco EP381, this is the Vortec pump used...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-23-2014, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 213,608
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: NAME YOUR BEST VANITY PLATES

I have TINKRN
Forum: TBI
12-22-2014, 11:38 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I called Holley today about some things related to controlling electric fans, and questioned them about the fuel pump issue. The guy I talked to today said yeah that pump is fine for 250hp but he...
Forum: TBI
12-20-2014, 10:09 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

Ok, thats the one I looked up. Good to know that they endorsed it at Holley. I like having readily availible parts on the car because I really take pride in retaining the drive it anywhere status,...
Forum: TBI
12-20-2014, 05:37 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

CC,
Do you have an actual part number for the pump you used? I'm switching to intank due to a failed gauge sending unit, and trying to find a OE replacement pump that is up to the task. ...
Forum: Exhaust
12-13-2014, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,113
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Exhaust System for LT headers

I have full dual 2.5in with longtubes on my car currently. It is stock height, I used a pair of Sweet Thunder chambered mufflers tucked into the driveshaft tunnel just before it turns up over the...
Forum: TBI
12-12-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Aftermarket EFI

I have a Holley Terminator system and I love it. Lots of upgrade potential for the future for not much extra initial cost.
Forum: Body
12-10-2014, 01:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,376
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Best bolt on cowl hood scoop

I have a performer RPM airgap it has had holley 4150, 4160 and now a Terminator throttle body on it with an edelbrock drop base and 3 inch filter under my factory flat hood. It fits without issue and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-16-2014, 08:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 27,909
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Tony's T-56 Reverse fix

Still rocking and rolling here! :D

The worst part about this fix was all the stupid snap rings... Which were enough reason for me to decide that if the thing ever has to be truely gone through...
Forum: TBI
10-01-2014, 08:44 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

slightly fatter idle will probably get it for you, i had a similar issue dropping out of gear from cruise rpm with my manual trans.

A side note to my previous post, I am headed to my garage after...
Forum: TBI
09-29-2014, 11:22 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

Only thing I would do differently is would have gone with an intank pump from the start. My sending unit is fubar, claimed i had gone something like 175miles and still had close to 3/4 tank left. So...
Forum: TBI
09-27-2014, 08:34 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

Good to hear you are happy with yours CC, I'm running good. I saved the tune that I started with and had run up through oh probably end of July/early August and started over fresh aiming a little...
Forum: TBI
08-23-2014, 01:08 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

Is that the only area not wrapped? Perhaps the wrap keeping the heat in is causing a build up? Y pipe didnt get smashed causing a restriction for that side perhaps?
Forum: TBI
08-22-2014, 01:34 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

a 500 degree bank to bank temp difference would point me towards a severe intake leak or and injector issue. I would definately give them a call on it to at least see how to troubleshoot the issue.
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Forum: TBI
08-21-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

global folder is just the folder that contains the different sections of the tune, fuel table timing table etc.

As for service, I did have a TPS fail/no good out of the box. They walked me through...
Forum: TBI
08-16-2014, 10:21 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I believe that mostly gives it a baseline AFR fuel and spark table based on cam size. I dont think its in the manual but it is posted over on Holleys forum somewhere what cam duration ranges those...
Forum: TBI
08-10-2014, 09:12 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I think the biggest thing about the inline pump is keeping the suction line side of it short. The sooner you can get it pushing fuel the better off you are. I have not had any starvation issues as...
Forum: TBI
08-10-2014, 04:38 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

@confuzed, a stock TBI system wont work as it only runs about 14 lbs.

The terminator setup requires 43psi and something like 400lb/hr of flow at that 43psi. I went with the low dollar holley...
Forum: TBI
08-07-2014, 12:22 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

Fuel pressure will drop with vacuum applied to the regulator, Mine runs around 33-35 crusing but when I nail it the pressure goes back up as vacuum drops off.
I have seen much debate over this since...
Forum: TBI
08-03-2014, 11:28 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

i will be going to an in tank pump this fall, but only because my sending unit has about had it so i have to rely on watching miles to ensure i dont run out. When we did Power Tour and the car sat...
Forum: TBI
08-02-2014, 12:36 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I fiddled with data logging a little but not enough to be a help to you. Granted I am smaller cubes than you and am running ECU controlled timing, but i believe my Idle is at 13.5 WOT at 12.5 and...
Forum: TBI
08-02-2014, 07:03 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

I would suspect center tubes will likely be warmer due to heat soak since they are closer together, not sure if that is an acceptable difference or not.

Its possible that it hit a spot it hadn't...
Forum: TBI
07-24-2014, 07:59 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

yes there is a second screw for the secondaries

http://www.holley.com/data/Products/Technical/199R10653rev3.pdf

page 7 secton 8.2 look just above the secondary shaft you will see the stop...
Forum: TBI
07-24-2014, 12:19 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

back off the idle screw just like you would a carb, rpm should come down as you do. you may need to back off the idle screw on the secondary side also. set you target in the handheld where you want...
Forum: TBI
07-22-2014, 03:25 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

IAC will go to hold position if the TPS shows anything more than 0. for example you do your autoset but had to open the throttle blades to make it idle is going to push it above 0% Personally I took...
Forum: TBI
07-21-2014, 02:07 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

the small port at the back of the throttle body is full time manifiold vacuum. i have the brake booster on the large port with a t to connect the heater control vacuum. and then i have the pcv valve...
Forum: TBI
07-19-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 40,053
Posted By firechicken_3

Re: Holley Terminator EFI

small port back of the throttle body next to pcv port. remember to set your fuel pressure at 43lbs with the vacuum line disconnected
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