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Forum: Forced Induction - V8 08-02-2023, 09:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,559
Posted By Heads-up
You guys have some interesting builds. Appreciate...

You guys have some interesting builds. Appreciate the info. I'm hoping to stay under 600 until the stock engine goes. It seems like the 6l80e can take 550 ish at the wheels and the diff and axles...
Forum: Forced Induction - V8 07-31-2023, 09:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,559
Posted By Heads-up
I was asking about your NA cammed build and how...

I was asking about your NA cammed build and how well it worked as a semi daily driver. Idle quality, street manners etc..
Forum: Forced Induction - V8 07-28-2023, 06:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,559
Posted By Heads-up
I like the look of the ESS kit. It seems like a...

I like the look of the ESS kit. It seems like a well put together kit that doesn't require a lot of custom fitting and not as expensive as a procharger.
Forum: Forced Induction - V8 07-28-2023, 06:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,559
Posted By Heads-up
How does 600 hp NA drive around town? I've never...

How does 600 hp NA drive around town? I've never run a big cam in a fuel injected car. Can you tune it to idle and have reasonable street manners?
Forum: Forced Induction - V8 07-27-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,559
Posted By Heads-up
Long Term Supercharger reliability

I am thinking of a power upgrade this winter. I will either go stage 2 cam or supercharger. I bracket race my car 8 times a year, so I abuse the trans and axles some. Just feel the need for more...
Forum: Dragstrip and Launch Techniques Discussion 01-06-2023, 11:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,467
Posted By Heads-up
Higher stall speed and reaction time

If you installed a higher stall converter did you see a change in RT? If a higher stall lowers the 60' by .3 seconds, it should clear the first 16" or so from the stage beam to the guard beam...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 10-20-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,760
Posted By Heads-up
Thank you for the suggestions. i will check them...

Thank you for the suggestions. i will check them out.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 10-18-2022, 02:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,760
Posted By Heads-up
Outdoor Car Cover

Anyone have personal experience with a good outdoor cover brand? I live in Montana so it'll see some snow and wind until our home remodel is done and I get my garage back. Mainly looking for...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 10-18-2022, 02:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,793
Posted By Heads-up
I had a section of this on the hood. Previous...

I had a section of this on the hood. Previous owner had an accident and replaced and painted the hood, one fender, and the front facia. They recommended taking it down to bare metal. The previous fix...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 10-18-2022, 01:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,403
Posted By Heads-up
I just had this done on my SS. There are some...

I just had this done on my SS. There are some differences in the differential but I think the manual LS is the same as the SS rear diff. Gears and bearings are going to run 500 to 800. If you use a...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 09-26-2022, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,070
Posted By Heads-up
I'm just getting into tuning, so take this with a...

I'm just getting into tuning, so take this with a grain of salt. My car has bolt ons only. When it's running at part throttle it runs pretty much at 14.7 ish which is ideal ratio for low emissions...
Forum: Dragstrip and Launch Techniques Discussion 08-05-2022, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,208
Posted By Heads-up
Did some research the closest thing I can find is...

Did some research the closest thing I can find is from Holley Sniper stand-alone shift light part number 840002-1. It's not exactly what I needed but I can make it work. It plugs into the OBD II port...
Forum: Dragstrip and Launch Techniques Discussion 08-04-2022, 01:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,208
Posted By Heads-up
Tach with adjustable staging light

I'm bracket racing my car. It's difficult to watch the tach and the tree at the same time. I'd like a stage light on my dash that is adjustable similar to a shift light. I can do this by ear, but in...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-01-2022, 08:08 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,598
Posted By Heads-up
I got around 24 driving all interstate at 80 with...

I got around 24 driving all interstate at 80 with the car stock. That's with 5 miles or so of driving in town and then running highway until I needed fuel.

After I turned of AFM off, added headers...
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 05-10-2022, 09:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 705
Posted By Heads-up
V6 rear brake swap to ss for drag wheels

Considering smaller rear brakes to run a smaller drag wheel with drag radials at the track. Has anyone swpped LT brakes to the rear of an SS? I have read it's possible, but I'm not finding a write...
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 05-09-2022, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,430
Posted By Heads-up
I just installed the BMR drag pack with strange...

I just installed the BMR drag pack with strange coilovers. They suggested "Compression 6 clicks rebound 4 clicks from softest setting" as a starting point with a drag radial on the track.
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-09-2022, 08:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 728
Posted By Heads-up
Weld Laguna 17x10_2010 ss_stock brakes

Anyone try the Weld Laguna 17x10 with the stock Brembo calipers? Initially I was told they fit and would work with a MT 305/45 17 drag radial. The local shop doing the install says the wheels rub the...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 04-27-2022, 10:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,509
Posted By Heads-up
That solved my problem. Thanks

That solved my problem. Thanks
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 04-26-2022, 12:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,509
Posted By Heads-up
Compression test engine wont crank

I am putting headers on my car. I had all the plugs out so I figured I'd test the compression, (only had the car for a thousand miles or so). The coils and plug wires are off, spark plugs are out,...
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 04-15-2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By Heads-up
I will check into that. Thanks.

I will check into that. Thanks.
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 04-13-2022, 09:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By Heads-up
That is what I was afraid of. I should have done...

That is what I was afraid of. I should have done everything at once, but ran out of time. I needed the car for a week while my daily driver was in the shop. Still cheaper than a rental.
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 04-12-2022, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By Heads-up
Cradle Bushings and alignment

I just installed BMR suspension in the rear end and got an alignment done. The shop marked the bolts and alignment adjusters with paint to get things close the next time I tear it down.

I still...
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 03-27-2022, 07:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,026
Posted By Heads-up
I'll try the c clamp. Thanks for that suggestion....

I'll try the c clamp. Thanks for that suggestion. If that doesn't work I'll cut it.
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 03-27-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,026
Posted By Heads-up
Yes I have tried a hammer. I cant hit it straight...

Yes I have tried a hammer. I cant hit it straight on the end due to the exhaust being partially in the way. I put a punch on the bolt it and hit it as hard as i can. I'd pull the exhaust, but the...
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 03-27-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,026
Posted By Heads-up
Second picture is of the removed left LCA

Second picture is of the removed left LCA
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 03-27-2022, 12:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,026
Posted By Heads-up
Lower control arm removal

I'm installing LCA from BMR. The right side arm will not come off. The left side came off easily. The bolt goes through the frame and then the lca has a rubber bushing with a steel core. I've tried...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-25-2022, 11:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,396
Posted By Heads-up
Traction Control and 3.91's

For those of you running higher horsepower or lower gears, how well does the traction control work with performance radials (not drag) on the street?
I am installing rear suspension mods/bushing...
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 02-09-2022, 10:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,289
Posted By Heads-up
The drag kit Im installing has bushings, control...

The drag kit Im installing has bushings, control arms, adjustable shocks, etc.. wheel hop should be covered.
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 02-08-2022, 05:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,289
Posted By Heads-up
Ring and Pinion Brand

Looking to replace my ring and pinion when I install my Eaton True-trac for drag racing. I read a few threads where people stated use OEM or American Axle Manufacturing (Oem supplier?).

There...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-08-2022, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 998
Posted By Heads-up
Thanks!

Thanks!
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