Ricklovin's Build Thread
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Ricklovin's Build Thread
Im starting this mostly to help myself keep track of what I'm buying and any ideas I may have.
I purchased the car in July of '15 and its taken me until now to get it running reliably (knock on wood)
Previous owner was not too nice to the car. They obviously hit something. none of the tires matched etc.
Right after i Bought it:
The car had a full bra on it, I left the hood bra on to hide the damage on the hood.
The car now:
Thanks to Staged07SS for the awesome wheels. Pictures dont do them justice.
So far the only mod is a ZZP intake.
I purchased the car in July of '15 and its taken me until now to get it running reliably (knock on wood)
Previous owner was not too nice to the car. They obviously hit something. none of the tires matched etc.
Right after i Bought it:
The car had a full bra on it, I left the hood bra on to hide the damage on the hood.
The car now:
Thanks to Staged07SS for the awesome wheels. Pictures dont do them justice.
So far the only mod is a ZZP intake.
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To do list:
Install TTR trans mounts
Replace hood with this http://www.andysautosport.com/produc...s__104745.html
Locate a GMPP exhaust manifold
Full Exhaust(not sure which brand yet)
TC shocks and struts with YYZ springs.
Dual pass, option B, Upgraded heat exchanger
Pulley, injectors
Meth injection
Dyno Tune
Install TTR trans mounts
Replace hood with this http://www.andysautosport.com/produc...s__104745.html
Locate a GMPP exhaust manifold
Full Exhaust(not sure which brand yet)
TC shocks and struts with YYZ springs.
Dual pass, option B, Upgraded heat exchanger
Pulley, injectors
Meth injection
Dyno Tune
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Its actually cheaper right now at Andys. I'm just waiting for my refund check to buy it. I'll also have to put some hood pins in. I dont trust the latches on these aftermarket hoods.
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Ive got a lead on a gmpp exhaust manifold. Its already ported, needs a little machine work on the flange though.
Ive been thinking about injectors and pulleys.
stumbled upon this thread
https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/tuni...cs-lsj-300942/
These are the injectors I'm looking at: https://www.fuelinjectorconnection.c...lve-heads.html
The only problem is they list three different size options. Which one is the correct one?
I want to eventually run a 2.7 pulley, For now I'm just gonna stick with a 2.9. Will those injectors be overkill for a 2.9? will they be enough for a 2.7?
Ive been thinking about injectors and pulleys.
stumbled upon this thread
https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/tuni...cs-lsj-300942/
These are the injectors I'm looking at: https://www.fuelinjectorconnection.c...lve-heads.html
The only problem is they list three different size options. Which one is the correct one?
I want to eventually run a 2.7 pulley, For now I'm just gonna stick with a 2.9. Will those injectors be overkill for a 2.9? will they be enough for a 2.7?
Last edited by ricklovin93; 04-01-2016 at 04:43 AM.
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[QUOTE=ricklovin93;7601548]
These are the injectors I'm looking at: https://www.fuelinjectorconnection.c...lve-heads.html
The only problem is they list three different size options. Which one is the correct one?
QUOTE]
Whenever I pulley down I'll be in the same boat. I want to go with a 2.9 but I've read 42# injectors may or may not be maxed out. I don't really want to go with 60s since I've read that they don't idle that great (but some people say they are fine). I saw that same injector thread but then it seemed like people didn't have the correct tables to tune with the 50s. Sorry, I know this doesn't help you any but maybe someone else will chime in.
These are the injectors I'm looking at: https://www.fuelinjectorconnection.c...lve-heads.html
The only problem is they list three different size options. Which one is the correct one?
QUOTE]
Whenever I pulley down I'll be in the same boat. I want to go with a 2.9 but I've read 42# injectors may or may not be maxed out. I don't really want to go with 60s since I've read that they don't idle that great (but some people say they are fine). I saw that same injector thread but then it seemed like people didn't have the correct tables to tune with the 50s. Sorry, I know this doesn't help you any but maybe someone else will chime in.
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These are the injectors I'm looking at: https://www.fuelinjectorconnection.c...lve-heads.html
The only problem is they list three different size options. Which one is the correct one?
QUOTE]
Whenever I pulley down I'll be in the same boat. I want to go with a 2.9 but I've read 42# injectors may or may not be maxed out. I don't really want to go with 60s since I've read that they don't idle that great (but some people say they are fine). I saw that same injector thread but then it seemed like people didn't have the correct tables to tune with the 50s. Sorry, I know this doesn't help you any but maybe someone else will chime in.
They aren't.
42's will support 300+ whp. My car is the proof and so was the time attack ss/sc.
These are the injectors I'm looking at: https://www.fuelinjectorconnection.c...lve-heads.html
The only problem is they list three different size options. Which one is the correct one?
QUOTE]
Whenever I pulley down I'll be in the same boat. I want to go with a 2.9 but I've read 42# injectors may or may not be maxed out. I don't really want to go with 60s since I've read that they don't idle that great (but some people say they are fine). I saw that same injector thread but then it seemed like people didn't have the correct tables to tune with the 50s. Sorry, I know this doesn't help you any but maybe someone else will chime in.
42's will support 300+ whp. My car is the proof and so was the time attack ss/sc.
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My dyno guy would not let me use 60's. I tried. Chassis Dyno, Custom Car & Performance Tuning in Chandler, AZ
One of the best tuning shops in the West said I was not near maxing them out. Could be the aftermarket regulator, pump and filter are why. IDK but along the lines you mentioned I was told by an Indy car engine builder to put Lucas fuel injector cleaner from truck stops in all of my fuel. More power because it helps it burn all of the fuel and since it's an oil it keeps everthing clean and smooth working. 5 cars, 4 motorcycles, two outboards ,two chainsaws , pressure washer, generator, tractor, weed eater and what ever I forgot all have gotten Lucas for 15 years. Would you believe I have not had a single carb problem in all those years? When the chain saw and pressure washer start right up on two year old gas it's becomes a no brainier. A gallon for 28 bucks treats 400 gallons. Walmart sells gallon jugs as well. Buy this stuff.
Lucas Fuel Treatment 10013-1 - Free Shipping on Orders Over $99 at Summit Racing
One of the best tuning shops in the West said I was not near maxing them out. Could be the aftermarket regulator, pump and filter are why. IDK but along the lines you mentioned I was told by an Indy car engine builder to put Lucas fuel injector cleaner from truck stops in all of my fuel. More power because it helps it burn all of the fuel and since it's an oil it keeps everthing clean and smooth working. 5 cars, 4 motorcycles, two outboards ,two chainsaws , pressure washer, generator, tractor, weed eater and what ever I forgot all have gotten Lucas for 15 years. Would you believe I have not had a single carb problem in all those years? When the chain saw and pressure washer start right up on two year old gas it's becomes a no brainier. A gallon for 28 bucks treats 400 gallons. Walmart sells gallon jugs as well. Buy this stuff.
Lucas Fuel Treatment 10013-1 - Free Shipping on Orders Over $99 at Summit Racing
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So I installed these new headlights about 6 weeks ago. I noticed a few days ago that the passenger side has some condensation built up inside. We've had some pretty rainy weather lately. What can I do about this?
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