Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

01SS - Restored Project underway!

Collapse
X
Collapse
Who has read this thread:
 
  • Page of 178
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
Previous 1 44 94 134 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 154 178 template Next
  • #2146
    Tweaks underway and, like every other time it ends up on a lift, more shit comes apart then planned


    Another pic of the melted tank episode. Still not sure how this happened yet....





    In place.....





    Because of the apparent exhaust issue, decided to make a few "while we're at it" adjustments. One of the add-ons will be in the form of some SS shielding tacked to the pipes in areas of heat concern....pics later. My favorite is a serviceability mod. If for some reason I needed to drop a portion of the exhaust, decide to run the car without cats later, etc....it would be a major PITA. Enter V-band couplers....






    Last but not least....K-member interference to oil pan, which, by this pic you can see rubbed a little prior to giving it a little clearance.


    Last edited by OVRKILL; April 12th, 2013, 08:44 PM.
    sigpic
    o·vr·kill [oh-ver-kil]1. an excess of what is required or suitable, as because of zeal or misjudgment.

    Comment

    • #2147
      Originally posted by OVRKILL View Post
      Tweaks underway and, like every other time it ends up on a lift, more shit comes apart then planned


      Another pic of the melted tank episode. Still not sure how this happened yet....




      It got too hot......









      Good move on the V-band. Another idea to steal, thanks!




      Looks good!
      ------ SOLD ------


      >>> NSTYHBT <<<

      Comment

      • #2148
        Damn, you're running cats on that monster? I thought they don't normally last on something with an aggressive cam? I REALLY want to put a set on mine but was always told it wouldn't work right.

        Comment

        • #2149
          any chance this thing will still make it to the MSU Car Show next Sunday?

          1996 Camaro Z28 cam, heads, stall, and a few other goodies
          Alumni Member, MSU Racing Club
          THREE-PEAT MiFbody Meet & Greet "Longest Hauler Award" 2010, 2011, 2012
          Originally posted by JasonH
          It's amazing what you can get done when you throw copious amounts of money at something.

          Comment

          • #2150
            Originally posted by birdie2000 View Post
            Damn, you're running cats on that monster? I thought they don't normally last on something with an aggressive cam? I REALLY want to put a set on mine but was always told it wouldn't work right.
            Ive heard this exhaust without and it is LOUD! Havent heard the cat vs cam one before....but if they do go to hell, changing over to catless will be quick

            Originally posted by alone_and_insane View Post
            any chance this thing will still make it to the MSU Car Show next Sunday?
            Wow.....may be reeeeeaaallllly close. Still need to schedule/complete the front end alignment. Depending on how long it takes at the current shop, it might be tough to get it back in time.
            sigpic
            o·vr·kill [oh-ver-kil]1. an excess of what is required or suitable, as because of zeal or misjudgment.

            Comment

            • #2151
              Something about them overheating because of the fueling and such at idle with a big cam. I don't know shit about tuning, but I've heard this more than once. This is making me want to try it though. I want it both for the sound and so I don't stink of fuel whenever I drive it. Mostly the sound though.

              Comment

              • #2152
                Originally posted by BlackBirdDaddy View Post
                It got too hot......


                Good move on the V-band. Another idea to steal, thanks!

                and thank you Mr. Obvious .......and you're welcome (again). I have a feeling you're going to help me soon, so we'll call it payment in advance
                sigpic
                o·vr·kill [oh-ver-kil]1. an excess of what is required or suitable, as because of zeal or misjudgment.

                Comment

                • #2153
                  v-bands FTMFW I had them on my last setup and dropping the exhaust took minutes and no crushed pipes or leaks.
                  Doing less with more


                  Comment

                  • #2154
                    I want v-bands now too...
                    2000 Trans Am l 1967 Firebird

                    sigpic

                    Comment

                    • #2155
                      I prodict a group buy on v-bands very shortly
                      '91 Camaro Modded, LSx, House of Kolor Intense White, lowered, GS chrome 18" wheels, 14" Brembo CTS-V on all 4 corners, LS rear end, FP suspension components

                      " When in doubt...throttle out ! "
                      ENVYsion Entertainment Group

                      Comment

                      • #2156
                        Who needs V-bands, I can get some smoking prices on them in all sizes!
                        sigpic

                        98' Trans Am - Huron Speed Turbo Car

                        Comment

                        • #2157
                          Re: 01SS - Restored Project underway!

                          Originally posted by Superman09 View Post
                          Who needs V-bands, I can get some smoking prices on them in all sizes!
                          Man johnny i needed some a couple weeks ago. lol.

                          Sent from my HTC6435LVW using Tapatalk 2

                          Comment

                          • #2158
                            Originally posted by Lucky SOB View Post
                            I want v-bands now too...
                            you need a new exhaust first....

                            Originally posted by Superman09 View Post
                            Who needs V-bands, I can get some smoking prices on them in all sizes!
                            hey....thanks there Jonny come lately
                            sigpic
                            o·vr·kill [oh-ver-kil]1. an excess of what is required or suitable, as because of zeal or misjudgment.

                            Comment

                            • #2159
                              Example of the modified heat shields that exist over each cat and now where the pipes and tank get close....no good pics of the pipes by the tank. V-bands came out fantastic.



                              Pretty sure we've located ALL of the interferences this exhaust has had through the car. One of them was just over the axle at the inner fender flange. Correction required cutting the support strap between the pipes and putting in a shorter one to get the pipe off of the body. Now we're about a 1/2" clear...



                              Exhaust tip length was horrible on this system....maybe my "retentiveness", but the tips extended past the fascia a good 1" before....now tucked nicely. Fortuneately the car next me has the same system and tried to get a comparable angle to show the difference.




                              Kinsler taking a peek Thinking a clear cowl shield would look cool......

                              sigpic
                              o·vr·kill [oh-ver-kil]1. an excess of what is required or suitable, as because of zeal or misjudgment.

                              Comment

                              • #2160
                                car is looking awfully dirty in these pics... WTF?




                                Comment

                                Previous 1 44 94 134 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 154 178 template Next
                                Working...
                                X