building the right street setup for a 383 chevy
I have a 3970010 high nickel 350 2 pc, 4 bolt main block that i am taking to the shop to setup for a 383 CID. I have decided to go with Comp Cams XR270HR retrofit camshaft, RPM range 1600-5400, LSA...
View Article55 chev pick up 5 speed
i would like to install a 5 speed transmision in my v-8 (350) truck. i am interested in a used t5. i am told one out of s-10 will work. but don,t know wich year or engine size to look for in a donor...
View ArticleNeed to change a thread TITLE
I have a thread "383 build, looking for parts sources" How do I change the title? I need it to read "Mopar 383 build" :eek:Maybe all the Mopar guys are gone:confused: LOL:D Thanks: Jester
View ArticleVented Gas Cap?
I have striped down some old smog componants in a recent rebuild including a vac canister that had hoses comming in from the gas tank. What should I do with the hoses and will a vented gas cap work for...
View ArticleZ06 Wheels on 72 Chevele
Well, I needed a new set of rims/tires and decided to go with the 2006 Z06 Corvette Wheels on my 72 chevelle. I have to say with a 2 inch drop, it looks pretty sweet. Definatly a plus....
View ArticleGreetings.
I'm hoping to learn some useful information. I'm all ears. I'm 59 years old, but a novice as a HotRodder. I've always either didn't have the time and/or the money.
View ArticleGm piston number what does it mean
I have a gm piston. just try to figure out what the numbers on the bottom of the piston means 3991476 60 thanks.
View ArticleMaybe a dumb question
I was told to diconnect the negative cable from battery and use a DVOM to trce the short I'm still having problem with on a 2000 Dodge Ram 1500. I did this and using the negative - probe to battery +...
View Articletrany to trany?
hey everyone! Hope to get some help? the transmission on my 1980 pontiac grand prix just bought the farm. it's a v6 3.8 block so i believe the trany is a th200. I have a trany from a 1978 grand prix,...
View Articlenew to forum
Hey Team New to forums in general. I have had a 66 Special for about 18 years. problem is I am not a mechanic in the motor head sense. I can change a few parts here and there like starters, alternators...
View ArticleI^m new
Hello I`m new in this Forum. I`m from switzerland and 26 years. i have an Chevrolet pick up 3100 from 1954. at the moment i restore the car. i want to put in an 350 engine with a 350 Transmission. yes...
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My Paintings
Hey, I'm an artist who used to dabble in painting portraits of hot rods(and I might do so again if the price is right)and below are a few pieces I have done. What do you guys think? For more car art...
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The san francisco 49ers!!!
One of my earliest memories in life, and most memorable as a child was "the catch". I was 6 years old and remember being the youngest kid at the play off party my dad brought me too. I was fighting for...
View ArticleRapid Air system
I was at Menards last night looking at air compressors. I came across a brochure about Rapid Air system. Has anyone used this and what were your thoughts on it? I thought about using this when I get my...
View ArticleDads old car....
Hello! My name is Jason Eveland. I am a member of the Beater Boys Car club, which is part of the Gopher State Timing Association. I have joined this forum in hopes that someone knows how to locate a...
View ArticleDoor jam contacts vs. door poppers
Im installing door jam contacts with 7 points of contact. Is there enough spring power in these door jam contacts to pop open a door when the power door is activated? Or should I install door poppers....
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New member here from southern AZ.
New member here from southern AZ and thought I'd drop a cheesy introduction. Has been a long time since I've messed with engines, but, I picked up an '85 S15 and since I bought it, it's been non stop...
View Articleproject ;; computer updating .
howdy all . working on getting my scanner updated . also trying to set up a harddrive in a laptop . it is pretty flustrating . too much computer junk on these autos now . grew up with the 60s...
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crooked distributor
Ok guys, what is going on here? I have never seen a distributor sit like this. New GM crate with new Performer intake. :confused:
View ArticleCliff's Q-jet book
Here is a question directed to user's of Cliff's q-jet book. In chapter 6, High Performance Modifications ignoring primary & secondary plates fully vertical and secondary vertical stop are there...
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