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Tim did a 2.2 60' 13.9 e.t. 102 MPH in his 01 trans am not bad
That's why I never bothered to race my stockish 4th gens. ..More fun for street driving unless you mod them for the track.
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I just don't wanna see a thread started by you saying...well it was fun while it lasted but now I have to sell my thirdgen..
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he only told me one time. He may have only ran it once, he said he wasnt going to run it more than a couple times. Yeah he wants a low 14/high 13 in his 86. well that's what he always said. anyway! what's your progress on the Silver bullet Mr. Moderator?
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I picked up a posi rear end (3:23 gears) w/ disc brakes from a 90 IROC for a swap into my 92 Z28 this winter.
I pulled off the brakes and starting to tear them down for powder coat and rebuild. I've already order the pads and drilled / slotted rotors to match the LS1 rotors I have in the front.
I'm also cleaning up the differential to paint, install new axles & bearings and possibly change the gears to 3:42.
Right now I'm looking to order suspension parts (LCA's, Panhard Bar, Torque Arm, Springs, Sway Bar Tie ends / Bushings) but still undecided on the mfg. I keep going back and forth between Sphon and BMR.
If all goes as planned, everything will be rebuilt and I'll start the install over the Christmas holidays when the weather is too nasty to take out the vert.
I pulled off the brakes and starting to tear them down for powder coat and rebuild. I've already order the pads and drilled / slotted rotors to match the LS1 rotors I have in the front.
I'm also cleaning up the differential to paint, install new axles & bearings and possibly change the gears to 3:42.
Right now I'm looking to order suspension parts (LCA's, Panhard Bar, Torque Arm, Springs, Sway Bar Tie ends / Bushings) but still undecided on the mfg. I keep going back and forth between Sphon and BMR.
If all goes as planned, everything will be rebuilt and I'll start the install over the Christmas holidays when the weather is too nasty to take out the vert.
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Del, status update for the Silver Bullet please...
I say we plan one last track/BBQ day November sometime.
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I am game for the grudge night GTG at Sac Raceway!
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Who did you find? I have 3 that I am choosing between. All of which I have known for years and will give me a great deal and quality work. If the place you are considering doesn't have you 100% convinced, shoot me a pm. One guy may actually discount us more if we do it together.
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Who did you find? I have 3 that I am choosing between. All of which I have known for years and will give me a great deal and quality work. If the place you are considering doesn't have you 100% convinced, shoot me a pm. One guy may actually discount us more if we do it together.
How much are you paying for a new paint job, my car really needs one so maybe I can start saving up to get a new paint job on my car. I also need some new weather stripping and my car would look pretty nice on the outside.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUHqTpoS2hQ
Yea I wouldn mind seein the 86 run a 13.9 but we need to see if anthonys can do it first.
Yea I wouldn mind seein the 86 run a 13.9 but we need to see if anthonys can do it first.
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I am game for the grudge night GTG at Sac Raceway!
Who did you find? I have 3 that I am choosing between. All of which I have known for years and will give me a great deal and quality work. If the place you are considering doesn't have you 100% convinced, shoot me a pm. One guy may actually discount us more if we do it together.
Yea I wouldn mind seein the 86 run a 13.9 but we need to see if anthonys can do it first.
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look at del go gettin on everyone hahaha
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dammit man!!!! the potential is there I am harnessing the power!
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look at del go gettin on everyone hahaha
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and then we dont see them post no more after that lol
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You've done well, young grass-hopper! The force is with you.
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I've spent my free time this summer putting back my interior. Last year, it was gutted, sanded, primed, painted and sound deadened. This year, all the parts were either refurbished or replaced with brand new parts. I need to update the album since the most progress was done in August but if you are interested in seeing what I have done, my photo album is below. (Note that due to TGO's program, I can't rearrange my album photos. Therefore, photos will be from most recent to oldest).
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/album.php?albumid=4980
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Im currently working on my third 3rd gen camaro. Went for a hardtop 89 Rs, after having a headache with the t-top. Original motor locked up which was a 305 TBI. I bought a 305 TBI Motor of off a 93 Caprice for $300. Ripped it apart and cleaned it. Changed the oil screen, and pump. Changed the gaskets. Changed the heads, Painted some parts for show. Changed all the sensors to the motor. Flushed the trans, changed the filter, and gasket on that. Changed the mounts to both the engine and the trans. Changed the starter, battery, and alternator. Installed a 93 caprice air filter. I just want to get it on the road.
The next thing i want to do is work on the interior, change the seats... Fabricate a box with compartments where the back seat goes... level enough to look factory... give it a sport coupe look. I also want to change it to posi. Then repaint black and repaint the rims black. I think thats all. Buy another third gen camaro and make that my speed project.
The next thing i want to do is work on the interior, change the seats... Fabricate a box with compartments where the back seat goes... level enough to look factory... give it a sport coupe look. I also want to change it to posi. Then repaint black and repaint the rims black. I think thats all. Buy another third gen camaro and make that my speed project.
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Thats a good project.
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I think we need Montanta, Hawaii and Alaska to post on this thread and we got it all covered! hahahaha
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I can throw in all the states that I've been/lived in.. that'll cover most of the United States lol
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We'll definitely compare notes when that time comes John. I've got a list of 8-10 independent and franchise shops I've compiled over the past few years that I will get an estimate, or feel them out first before deciding. I'll be aiming for the 3K range most likely. Have some minor body work too + new spoiler, door hinges, air dam, emblems, etc.
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Wassup guys I'm working on my camaros wiring, it's hella retarded & also contemplating whether I should buy a 93 stang or not. All it needs is a tranny & it's a thousand bucks. What do you guys think?
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I perefer the Oh SSO SLow Camaro. It's just cooler. I see those mustangs literaly every day. I almost never see Thirdgen Camaros.
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Haha so do i but I've always wanted one & I was wondering which one I would like more since I wanna keeP em both. Where I live it seems like all the kids want a 50 or have one already, there's hella of them & I like owning one of the like 5 third gens in my small *** city haha
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When I say 50 I mean a fox body 5.0 mustang
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in about a month when I get home im going to put a duramax in my camaro
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camaro all the way. you answered your own question. you say you see 5.0's all over the place! in my town I think it is pretty even 5.0 to chevy camaro's. But Camaro's are better. That is why you are on this site!
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Damn straight! If you aint got a Camaro get a Firebird or Trans AM!
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just got my 1st z28 last month, 84 lg4. i thought it was the h.o. but oh well. its in decent shape and its my 1st car worth fixing up. why does everyone keep telling me to get a ****** and buy some van halen t's? anyway, i am trying to learn all i can and this sight is my main source of info other than a few peeps right now. besides a little body work and repaint/ undercoating i want to ultimately come up with the best combo of fast/efficient as i possibly can. ive heard that sticking with the 305 will ultimately give me better mpg, but have also heard 45 cubes wont make that much difference mpg wise. i guess 1st step is exhaust since i dont have one. sorry too many choices i dont know where to begin. cams, heads, headers, decent exhaust. probably just headers and exhaust and then in another 10 yrs something else when i finally have money again! ha.
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Exhaust is a good place to start.
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hey guys im new to the site trying to figer everything out i just bought my 91 z28 fianlly got one of my dream cars im working on the fuel injeters right now and there given me a lot of truble
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On the thirdgen plus side the Z03 has been resurrected from the dead today, it officially makes noise
Probably because fuel injeters are hard to find
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Haha I agree but I wouldn't be getting rid of my maro. My question was if 1000 is a good deal or na? Also I went to go look at it today & the dude didn't even know that it was an 87 not a 93 Haha & he thought it was a cobra just cause it has cobras for doorlocks lol.
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well in my opinion mustangs are worthless But the owner doesn't even know what year his car is? he probably never took care of it. did maintenance and all that stuff. it's probably more of a basket case than your realize. But if it is something you really want, i'd offer him less than the 1k, like 600. and see what he says.
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well in my opinion mustangs are worthless But the owner doesn't even know what year his car is? he probably never took care of it. did maintenance and all that stuff. it's probably more of a basket case than your realize. But if it is something you really want, i'd offer him less than the 1k, like 600. and see what he says.
It's in good shape inside & out , no dents or rips inside. I hope the engines in good shape haha. I'm going to offer him 800
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Because they're butt ugly. And its pathetic that ford ever thought it was a good idea to build a mustang on a pinto or escort chassis. But to each their own. Not my money.
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I think the late 80's stangs look like Toyotas.
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i am building a rear end for mine and need a posi still and some gears(3.73) for this new 10 bolt i bought at junkyard. i have to get rid of my 9 bolt borg warner ****. I am also installing a 100 shot of nitrous
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the 9 bolt is known as the better rear end actually!
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yeah i know but its impossible to find a posi other than Austrailia.
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You can't find a spool kit for it through someone like summit
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spool's on the street i dont recomend. I understand about the posi statement. 10 bolt away!
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