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Super Chevy Magazine Forumshttp://forums.superchevy.comJoin the Chevy Forum at Super Chevy Magazine to discuss your vintage or classic Chevy including all car models, modifications & performance, latest projects & news, shows & events, and more.http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7975029/bring-it-on/67-69-manual-rack-pinion-conversion/index.htmlSat, 07 Nov 2009 03:11:17 -080067-69 Manual Rack& Pinion Conversion
Has anyone installed a manual rack in their first generation Camaro. I know there are lots of kits out there but I want honest feedback on oil pan clearance, steering column connection etc. By the way, it's a 67 BB automatic.

]]><![CDATA[67-69 Manual Rack& Pinion Conversion]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7975029/bring-it-on/67-69-manual-rack-pinion-conversionhttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7973445/tech-talk/2002-bench-seat40-20-40-swap/index.htmlFri, 06 Nov 2009 04:11:56 -08002002 BENCH SEAT(40 20 40) SWAP
I FOUND A BENCH SEAT I LIKE OUT OF A 2002 SILVERADO FOR $200. I WANT TO PUT IT IN MY 85 C10. ANY SUGGESTIONS AND TIPS FOR THIS SWAP. I KNOW IT CAN BE DONE. I JUST WANT TO KNOW WHAT I WILL BE GETTING INTO.

]]><![CDATA[2002 BENCH SEAT(40 20 40) SWAP]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7973445/tech-talk/2002-bench-seat40-20-40-swaphttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7895515/general/need-nova-body-panelswithout-the-crazy-freight-charges/index.htmlFri, 06 Nov 2009 04:11:10 -0800Need Nova body panels...without the crazy freight charges.
Need some help guys. As the subject says, I need quarter panel skins for my 71 nova but summit, jeggs and ebay all charge crazy freight rates. I live in south texas and i'm almost certain there isnt a local place that sells em. Does anyone know of a texas place or even another seller that charges low freight rates on body panels. If i have to pay $130-$160 freight charges then i guess i will but just wanted to see if there were other options out there. Thanks.

]]><![CDATA[Need Nova body panels...without the crazy freight charges.]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7895515/general/need-nova-body-panelswithout-the-crazy-freight-chargeshttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7932113/tech-talk/coils/index.htmlFri, 06 Nov 2009 03:11:15 -0800coils
will the coils off of 5.7 liter motor work and mount on an LS1 camaro motor

]]><![CDATA[coils]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7932113/tech-talk/coilshttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7971924/general/gen-iii-ls/index.htmlThu, 05 Nov 2009 04:11:16 -0800gen III ls
Why bother, chevy's ls is nothing but proof that the FORD Y-BLOCK and the FORD WINDSOR had a love child! Why have a copy? When you can have a original! You know deep in your heart this is true! Use the SMALL BLOCK FORD instead. The FORD IS THE ENGINE IN NASCAR, THAT ALL OTHER ENGINES ARE BASED OFF OF. THE FORD IS ALSO THE ENGINE THAT THEY ARE JUDGED BY. Every engine gm has looks more and more FORD like everyday! I USED TO BE ALL CHEVY POWER UNTIL I NOTICED THIS FACT. NOW ITS CHEVY CARS, FORD POWER. TO THY SELF BE TRUE!!!!!!

]]><![CDATA[gen III ls]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7971924/general/gen-iii-lshttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7930097/tech-talk/best-sbc-intake/index.htmlThu, 05 Nov 2009 04:11:01 -0800best sbc intake
if you're looking for all out power and bottom end isn't really a concern, i'd suggest a single plane like a victor jr.

]]><![CDATA[best sbc intake]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7930097/tech-talk/best-sbc-intakehttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7929251/tech-talk/compression-ratio/index.htmlWed, 04 Nov 2009 22:11:49 -0800Compression ratio
Thanks. I figured doing the pistons was the best way. Larry.

]]><![CDATA[Compression ratio]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7929251/tech-talk/compression-ratiohttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7970832/this-months-issue/web-exclusive-chevrolet-concepts/index.htmlWed, 04 Nov 2009 18:11:06 -0800Web Exclusive: Chevrolet Concepts
Here are some photos to reference and a link to the article: Camaro Extravaganza: Chevrolet Hits The Sema Show WIth Five Inspired Concepts of the Red-Hot Sports Coupe http://image.superchevy.com/f/31147464/sucp_0911w_10+sema.jpg http://image.superchevy.com/f/31147554/sucp_0911w_13+sema.jpg http://image.superchevy.com/f/31147452/sucp_0911w_01+sema.jpg http://image.superchevy.com/f/31147461/sucp_0911w_08+sema.jpg http://image.superchevy.com/f/31147455/sucp_0911w_04+sema.jpg http://image.superchevy.com/f/31147458/sucp_0911w_06+sema.jpg

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Yes, you have. Here is more on the problem: At a stand still and the truck turned on it is difficult to turn the steering wheel and becomes easier to turn when I gas it a bit. Also, while driving I feel the steering loose. Does it sound like the steering box is shot or could the column be the culprit? How can I tell if the steering column is reusable? Thanks for the heads up on the 4wheeloffroad site, I'll check it out and see if I can find more input.

]]><![CDATA[New Steering Column or Junk Yard?]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7970589/bring-it-on/new-steering-column-or-junk-yardhttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7891789/tech-talk/help-build-my-engine-for-a-tpi/index.htmlWed, 04 Nov 2009 04:11:15 -0800help build my engine for a tpi
Well I just got done reading an article I liked alot from the october 09 issue the budget built 407hp sbc. Well As I sit right now I have a l98 sitting in the garage. Awaiting a rebuild I'll be putting this back into a 91z28. And really want to keep fuel injection. So my question is. Will this build work well with fuel injection. I'm dumping the stock tpi for a hsr or possibly bbk's intake (if it ever comes out). I'm looking for around 350 rwhp. This will be transferred through a t56. I'm really curious about the heads and cams choice. someone's info would really be appreciated. thanks.

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My header is leaking were the pipe and the flange meet, could i weld that from the inside or do i need a new set of headers?And i have a broken header bolt on the first hole in the front of the head going back. :( They are the headman 68180, i had them thermal coated black if that matters.

]]><![CDATA[my header is leaking were the pipe and the flange meet]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7891228/tech-talk/my-header-is-leaking-were-the-pipe-and-the-flange-meethttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7920923/bring-it-on/my-dis-rotor-not-spinning-1970s-350/index.htmlTue, 03 Nov 2009 22:11:25 -0800my dis rotor not spinning 1970s 350
there are several things that might have happened... you may have a locked up oil pump... when the oil pump locks up.. the pin that locks the distributer gear to the shaft shears... they do call it a shear pin.... the oil pump is driven off the distributer shaft... so when the pump locks up the shaft stops spinning.. the engine dies and you still have compression... i really don't think you have to pull the intake manifold off to get the distributer out.. i would worry about any left over shear pin pieces... that have dropped into the oil pan... you might really want to pull the distributer... hopefully.. the gear will come up with it ... and the outer pieces of the roll pin may still be locked into the gear... plan on buying a magnet on an antenna type of tool to search around for any more if you cannot find all of them... you can get a oil pump priming tool from autozone or other tool stores... and spin the oil pump with a drill to see if it still works... all this can be done from the top.... if you have not enough room to get the distributer out.. i wonder how they got it in... this might just cost a buck or two to get a replacement roll pin from the local ace hardware.. depending on your oil drain plug location.. you might want to drain the oil into a totally clean pan.. then fish around inside the bottom of the pan with the magnet on the antenna.. to see if you can pick up any more pieces of pin... this is one of the best reasons to put big strong magnets in the corners of the oil pan.. on the inside..

]]><![CDATA[my dis rotor not spinning 1970s 350]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7920923/bring-it-on/my-dis-rotor-not-spinning-1970s-350http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7890259/tech-talk/chevy-nova-cpp-big-brake-kit-wheel-fitment-question/index.htmlTue, 03 Nov 2009 17:11:16 -0800Chevy Nova CPP Big Brake Kit - wheel fitment question
Hello, just bought a 1972 Chevy Nova, it has drums in all 4 corners. I was reading the article Chevy Nova Disc Brake Conversion - Beating The Drums (www.superchevy.com) and they mentioned they used 4.75" for the front and 5.75" for the rear in terms of backspacing. I called CPP a few minutes ago, and he mentioned using the stock back spacing which is 3.5". Even on their catalog they mention "Do not exceed a maximum of 3.5" of wheel back space with this drop kit." So now I am more confused than before. I also plan in doing a suspension upgrade with a 2" drop in the front and 1.5" in the rear. Has anyone done this brake kit upgrade? CPP Part # 6874FRBK-BB What wheels to get then? 3.5 or what the article mentioned?

]]><![CDATA[Chevy Nova CPP Big Brake Kit - wheel fitment question]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7890259/tech-talk/chevy-nova-cpp-big-brake-kit-wheel-fitment-questionhttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7968072/tech-talk/exhaust-system-recommendations/index.htmlTue, 03 Nov 2009 06:11:16 -0800exhaust system recommendations?
alright im looking to basically redue my entire exhaust system: headers, pipes, mufflers. i was wondering if you guys had any reccomendations to certain companies or anything. tell me everything you think might be of use. i have a 79 chevy silverado c10 with a 305 in it. oh and it does have to be pollution cotrolled which sucks

]]><![CDATA[exhaust system recommendations?]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7968072/tech-talk/exhaust-system-recommendationshttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7889008/tech-talk/engine-swap/index.htmlTue, 03 Nov 2009 02:11:20 -0800engine swap
hey i have a 87 caprice with a 305 in it i want to put my 350 in it from my 95 tahoe what will i have to change i know i have to get rid of the tbi but what intake should i use and what else will i have to change??

]]><![CDATA[engine swap]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7889008/tech-talk/engine-swaphttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7888939/bring-it-on/79-z-28/index.htmlTue, 03 Nov 2009 02:11:52 -080079 z 28
i have a 79 z 28 with a mild(cam,intake,heads,headers) 350 it runs great sounds real mean 2 1/2 in exhaust.i recently bought a turbo off a 350. i want to put the turbo on my car.do i have to use the cast exhaust man. or is there another way?

]]><![CDATA[79 z 28]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7888939/bring-it-on/79-z-28http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7967115/tech-talk/64-impala-disc-brake-conversion-to-fit-14-wheels-front/index.htmlTue, 03 Nov 2009 01:11:33 -080064 impala disc brake conversion to fit 14 " wheels ( Front)
Hi Guy's Has anyone worked on 64 impala tilt strg. columns. I am trying to get the top part off to replace the top brg. Do you need a special puller. What holds the top mechanism on after you remove the nut off the shaft. Thanks Dwight

]]><![CDATA[64 impala disc brake conversion to fit 14 " wheels ( Front)]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7967115/tech-talk/64-impala-disc-brake-conversion-to-fit-14-wheels-fronthttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7967370/bring-it-on/1973-monte-carlo/index.htmlTue, 03 Nov 2009 00:11:54 -08001973 Monte Carlo
I have a 1973 Sport Coupe Monte Carlo. They produced 4,960 of them and a total of 290,693 Monte's in 1973. The car is still completely stock as it came out of the showroom, minus the radio, wheels and tires, battery, belts and hoses. It came from the factory with a 454, 400 turbo trans, dual exhaust, and a 10-bolt limited slip rear. I am in the Marine Corps. I am currently deployed with the 31st MEU. I am going to turn the car into a tribute to Fallen Marines of Iraq and Afghanistan. It is going to be red with gold eagle, globe, and anchors on the doors and deck lid. I am replacing the 454 turbo jet with a 598 BBC and a tremec 6 speed manual trans. I want to flush mount the front and rear windows and block out the opera windows. The 10 bolt is going to be replaced by a Ford 9 inch. I am not sure what gears to use, yet. The wheels will be 18x14 in the rear and 18x10 in the front. The brakes will be getting upgraded to a four wheel disc system. I will start getting the supplies early next year after I return from deployment. Bill Sobers USMC

]]><![CDATA[1973 Monte Carlo]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7967370/bring-it-on/1973-monte-carlohttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7966083/generations/did-any-one-see-that-kick-ass-blue-camaro-at-goodguys-in-charlotte/index.htmlMon, 02 Nov 2009 15:11:25 -0800did any one see that kick ass blue camaro at goodguys in charlotte
full tube frame painted wet sanded slick all aluminum 555 cubes mini tubbed paint so deep u could swim in it and those side vents hand made stainless steel :grin:

]]><![CDATA[did any one see that kick ass blue camaro at goodguys in charlotte]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7966083/generations/did-any-one-see-that-kick-ass-blue-camaro-at-goodguys-in-charlottehttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7963695/tech-talk/396-402-valve-sizes/index.htmlSun, 01 Nov 2009 06:11:45 -0800396/402 Valve Sizes
My question has to do with valve sizing on the 396/402. Factory they came with 2.06/1.72, or at least my #290 heads came with them. With a bore of 4.145 are there valve shrouding issues? I have heard that the block has to be notched to clear the intake valve if you increase to 2.19.

]]><![CDATA[396/402 Valve Sizes]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7963695/tech-talk/396-402-valve-sizeshttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7963683/what-would-you-like-to-see/mini-rat-builds/index.htmlSun, 01 Nov 2009 06:11:17 -0800Mini Rat builds
Ya, I understand that there aren't too many articles out there for a reason. But I know people are building them, I have seen them around. With vintage drag racing becoming as popular as it ha,s I am figuring there is going to be some more info out in Mag/Internet land. Hell, I have a coworker that has an Edelbrock aluminum headed roller camed 427 in a real 70 SS Chevelle with a Tremec 5 speed. The car hauls ass. I guess it is just frustrating since I am doing a buildup of a 396 for my Chevelle and am having a hard time with it. I could build somthing bigger. I just picked up a running 454 & 400 tranny for $400 out of a 79 1 ton dualie yesterday. But that's not as cool to me.

]]><![CDATA[Mini Rat builds]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7963683/what-would-you-like-to-see/mini-rat-buildshttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7922171/tech-talk/sounds-like-a-tractor/index.htmlSat, 31 Oct 2009 07:10:53 -0700sounds like a tractor
Ok ive been trying to get the timing right on my buddys 350 and every time i turn the distributor to where the engine smooths out it doesnt wanna stay there when i tighten it. I set the timing and we shut it off and start it again and it sounds like a tractor, running really rough and vibrating a lot. since it has no timing pointer i have to do it by ear or by manifold pressure, but everytime i tighten the distibutor it doesnt stay there and sounds like a tractor.

]]><![CDATA[sounds like a tractor]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7922171/tech-talk/sounds-like-a-tractorhttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7961679/general/cams-and-ignition/index.htmlSat, 31 Oct 2009 05:10:20 -0700cams and ignition
my son has a 1989 suburban.he has a 350 bored to .040 he has 480 lift cam (im not sure what he has for sure) he had a carb and 305 heads with hei distributor and it ran well he just had to run race fuel he couldnt afford to run it on the street.he switched it back to 350 heads factory ignition and tbi.now it doent what to run its running rich and irratic.will this can cause the timing in the factory igniton to be way off?what do i need to check? any imformation will be helpful thanks

]]><![CDATA[cams and ignition]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7961679/general/cams-and-ignitionhttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7961331/tech-talk/502-81-liter-big-block-truck-engine/index.htmlSat, 31 Oct 2009 01:10:36 -0700502 8.1 liter big block truck engine???
the 8.1 liter is actually a 496 and unfortunatly there is only upgrades like cold air intakes tuners maby some headers. these are one of thoes (odd ball) engines. I think they make around 300 to 330 HP and 390 to 425 LB TQ These engines can not run a typical distributor because of the special block.

]]><![CDATA[502 8.1 liter big block truck engine???]]>http://forums.superchevy.com/70/7961331/tech-talk/502-81-liter-big-block-truck-enginehttp://forums.superchevy.com/70/7961214/tech-talk/need-help/index.htmlSat, 31 Oct 2009 01:10:02 -0700need help
i have a chevy 400 stock in very good condition i have 165cc 65cc 2.02 1.6 heads on it want to change pistons to flat tops want to keep compsn at around 10 area help would be appreciated

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