Chevy High Performance Magazine Forumshttp://forums.chevyhiperformance.comJoin the Chevy Forum at Chevy High Performance Magazine to discuss your favorite chevrolet car, chevy performance tips, auto shows, and more.http://forums.chevyhiperformance.com/70/9123179/car-engine/need-help-finding-out-what-flywheel-flexplate/index.htmlThu, 24 May 2012 01:05:30 -0700need help finding out what flywheel/flexplate
V0809TXB or V0808TXR im not sure which code was correct for my engine but i was told its a mid chevy truck motor. i have it in my trans am and i need to replace my flywheel but i dont know what i need can someone please help me or tell me what im looking for thanks guys

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You have probably told us already,but say again your combo/cam,if you think they look low then look at what they flow at different amounts of valve lift.what do you want from your engine.It's possible smaller heads can flow more at the same Valve lift,so you need to know at what rpm it will run and how much cam you have.

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Hi all. New to the site and fairly new to being this involved in wrenching on the car. I've learned a considerable amount from the site, so just a quick thank you to all that contribute. Engine is a '69 350 in a '62 Bel Air. Edelbrock 1406, Mallory distributor w/ vacuum advance. I recently rebuilt the carb, verified timing (8 BTDC), dropped the tank to verify no blockage issues as I thought maybe something was up with fuel delivery. Car idles fine. If I let it warm up a bit it runs perfectly. It seems my problems arise as the engine temp increases and if I turn the motor on and off frequently (stopping at stores and such). The backfires, in both locations, are extremely intermittent. It just runs so unreliably. And, in stop and go traffic, the engine temp rises quickly. I've changed the thermostat and verified fluids. Is there a way to help the car run cooler, even in AZ summers? Might this be vapor lock? Any help is really appreciated. Acquiring the tools is fun, but expensive. My next purchase is a fuel pressure tester as maybe my pressure is low? Causing a lean mixture under load? Thank you for your time.

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Brand new repros go for around $50 each so you might not get much for a set of originals that are in the best of shape. $200 won't buy much of a welder unless you find someone that has fallen on some real tough times. GOOD LUCK

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With the convertor? $50.00 to $75.00... Theres nothing special about a P/G that's not modified for racing or rebuilt...If you have a video camera video the car being driven an maybe turn the volume up so a buyer can hear it shift...Do the same if you drain the fluid. If it's clean, show it as is. Sell it as is with no garanty. Drain the convertor so you don't have a mess, every time you move it.. Bob

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Yep, stock replacement mechanical pump. I had a summit hi flow...it failed before the engine even fired. I had a holley that blew oil out of the weep hole and an o'reilly brand that blew the diaphragm. Could it be because I have a high volume/pressure oil pump? Or because my fuel pump push rod is too long? All other three carbs held a high fuel pressure, not exactly 12-14, but erratic none the less. So it has to be something before the carb...Thanks.

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I don't know if they use the same block or not I think the oil pan may be an issue so check that /the vette the camaro the truck all use diff.pans and the front acc.setup's are diff.If you got 20 large you can build about anything I can dream up.I would start with an earlier Vette w/ls3,or any muscle car built w/ls3.But take the cop car to the Hood and sell it. Honestly!!!!!

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All the cows from tejas got moved north for H2O, at least that's what the news girl said.

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I'm sure this problem has been addressed and/or posted before but I don't have time to filter through the archive, so here's what I have.... Had a local engine builder rebuild my 5.7L TBI 350 motor for my 87 4x4 P/U. Needless to say they did an extremely sh***y job. Long story short they rebuilt another motor I brought to them from an 85 4x4 K5 Blazer, block in the motor was cracked and they still rebuilt the motor...nuff said! Ok, on to my current problem...had the same facility use the original block from my P/U and use the internals from the cracked block to include the heads. Had my mechanic install the motor, set it up, timing, valve lash, etc. Lo & behold a distinct knocking was evident at idle and was even more evident during acceleration especially hard acceleration. During hard acceleration it was more of a backfire and loss of power. I already had an edelbrock aluminum TBI intake manifold so I had them replaced the stock cast iron manifold and no change in the problem. Mechanic recheck the timing and noticed I had a warble in the harmonic balancer so he installed a new one and set the timing once again and no change in the problem. The mechanic stated the problem could now be a bent valve. Before I have them remove the head(s) I'm just groping for a second opinion. Any input would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks, in advanced....

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Big Willie passed away at 5 am this morning. Please pass the word.

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my last post went away,you must have the engine primed with oil pressure to start the process.do you know how or have a tool to prime the engine.I do mine one at a time on the Base(bottom) of the cam.

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i have a 350 and plan on going to 383, however the machine shop i ise bores to the piston, so I need to decide on which piston i want to use before i progress any farther with this engine build. right now i have: Scat 9000 3.75 stroke crank clevite 77 h series main bearings clevite 77 h series rod bearings (not sure about weight) PEP h beam rods with 7/16 bolts (443g/173g) The target bob weight for the crank is 1850 grams, and I was wondering how heavy the piston and wrist pin should be for this assembly to be internally balanced. I know there is a formula to use for this, but im a newbie to building engines and the formula is pretty confusing to me. I found a set of ross pistons that will work for my application that are 373g. Is this too light? Should I go a little heavier? Id really appreciate your input!

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Hi there, Think about it over a few cans of lemonade. Hi Bob, They even give out lemonade in some hospitals out here although most a bit warm...Noel..

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383 stroker GM 1.94 Vortec Heads - Iron with a stage 2 porting 175cc Intake and 64cc combustion chambers Proform Aluminum Intake Comp Cam Hydraullic Flat Tappet 232/232 @.050 .480 lift Eagle Cast Crank Speed Pro Pistons - Hyper 10.0 to 1 compression HEI Dist. Edelbrock 750 cfm carb Any power estimates??

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I would put the 235/60s on the front and use 255/60s on the rear. I tried 275/60 rears with 255/60 fronts on a 73 and boy it looked great but you couldn't drive it that way, lol!

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newbie here. just bought a 78 camaro project. I knew it needed floor pans and some minor rust on a front fender but as I dive deeper ( just got it today ) I found under the rear window is rusted beyond repair. did I just buy a donor car. it is all complete original.

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My son really wanted to do a father son project, so he found a 78 camaro, price was right so I bought it, yes it is rough a true project car. anyway just got it home today and got a good look. yes I knew it needs new floor pans and major TLC but to my surprise I found major rust under the rear window. did I just buy a waist of my time or is there panels available. I am new to the camaro world but have done many projects in the past.

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325

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If you mostly buy new stuff it can hurt the pocket not everything has to shine to go 11's but it isn't easy.Jap cars have there place just not at my House other Than a DD.Really most are Quick for what's there But the Extra 1000-1500 pounds of american cars puts a whipping on the wallet.Look Up jpatt for some of his posts as he is there right now with his car. You can spread it out over some time but you will spend 10 grand.

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can anyone tell me the part number for the spectre dual air intake that was used on the el camino in julys magazine owned by dustin burch would like to order this for my 67 ragtop ss camaro and called spectre so many products more confused now then before so if anyone can help would be greatly Appreciate thanks

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Hi there, you could try basics to start for a straight forward project. New fuel filter pump pressure Regulated at 7lbs @ 2000rpm Jets to begin with 72s front and back then increase with vacuum readings and exhaust analysis. Fit biggest and best Air cleaner you can afford. All the best with the project...Skyeking

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Hello everyone, That was a typo - I will be doing the initial investigation this Saturday 5/18/12 not 7/18/12. Thanks,

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id be leary of off-brand stuff. MSD is top notch in my book. is there something wrong with your dizzy? why not just buy a multiple spark box and use your dizzy? i think the timing retard is for nitrous use?

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chevyman196839I have a sbc camshaft that i was told it was a cam dynamics with a 606/636 lift but i believe this could be wrong,i have tried to research this and have come up with no answers. The numbers on the back of it are 119566sm and below that are the numbers 90D2D i want to put this in a motor im building, but have stopped due to not knowing the specs of cam. Also on the front of the cam someone has engraved some ref numbers,not sure what they mean so if theres info on these it would be helpfull. These are the numbers are.... e9034.....1900....294/302....22 49....r5. I reliaze this is not a smooth cam and in order to build this motor i need this info,when completed it will be in a 1974 383 stroker 4 bolt main.You already have a thread,,,,, asking the same question. IF, in doubt, just replace the cam with one where the specs are known. :)

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HI, I am new here. Hope to find this a good place to chat,,,, Was wondering if someone could answer a question,,, I want to build a 496 tall deck street engine with 4.250 stroke, 4.310 bore. I want to know how long of rod can I run? Will a rod length of 6.535 and a piston with 1.540 CH work? And will this combo leave the Pin in the rings. And if so, will this be ok for the street?Later I want to run a Blower, So I am thinking the longer rod will work better with the blower???????????????Larry

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