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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-02-2007, 09:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,001
Posted By trackman44

What harm could there be if you try putting a...

What harm could there be if you try putting a pair of TBI injectors into a crossfire setup? I must admit I haven't tried such a thing. The worst thing that could happen is that it would probably run...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-01-2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,001
Posted By trackman44

Fine you have your opinion and I have mine. All I...

Fine you have your opinion and I have mine. All I was trying to do was put some ideas out there that's all. I'll give you an example. Once I had a friend of mine who owned two different ford...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-30-2007, 11:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,001
Posted By trackman44

All i'm saying is that if you want to replace two...

All i'm saying is that if you want to replace two parts that were only used in two model years of corvette (82 and 84) that your best chance to get similar replacements is thru the 85 to 92 chevy or...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-30-2007, 12:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,001
Posted By trackman44

Yes, that would be a good idea. parallel plumbing...

Yes, that would be a good idea. parallel plumbing with a regulator. Then you can use similar injectors and not only that, you could adjust pressure with an external regulator.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-26-2007, 08:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,001
Posted By trackman44

I understand that, but if your willing to...

I understand that, but if your willing to experiment why not try it? GM always used the corvette as a test bed for new designs before implementing them the next model year on other products that they...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-26-2007, 10:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,001
Posted By trackman44

If you go to the scrap yard and find any 85 to 92...

If you go to the scrap yard and find any 85 to 92 GMC or chevy truck or van with 350 TBI i'm sure you could use those injectors as replacement.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-24-2007, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 979
Posted By trackman44

Should get your battery tested too. Sounds like...

Should get your battery tested too. Sounds like it's not holding a charge. Also it seems to me that you might have a circuit shorting to ground. Test the battery first and we'll go from there.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-23-2007, 10:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 979
Posted By trackman44

Check for rust/corrosion and clean ( with wire...

Check for rust/corrosion and clean ( with wire brush) battery terminals, alternator terminal, ground terminal at engine block (beside oil filter, its a big nut). Check continuity with DVM on wires...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-23-2007, 09:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,786
Posted By trackman44

Also coolant temp sender could be bad. The ECM...

Also coolant temp sender could be bad. The ECM needs to know proper coolant temp to control fuel delivery, idle speed, spark timing.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-23-2007, 09:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,025
Posted By trackman44

You should check compression on all 8 cylinders...

You should check compression on all 8 cylinders after you have run the engine to operating temp for a while (10-15 mins). While doing this make sure your heater is in the full hot position and check...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-21-2007, 11:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,391
Posted By trackman44

You might have a couple of bad injectors. You...

You might have a couple of bad injectors. You should ohm them ( 15-16 ohms each or is it 12-13 ohms?). Also could be leaky injectors. Hook up fuel pressure gage to find out.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-21-2007, 08:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,323
Posted By trackman44

Ohm your injectors ( they should be around 15-16...

Ohm your injectors ( they should be around 15-16 ohms each). If any of your injectors are out of this range you will need to get a new set.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-20-2007, 07:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,323
Posted By trackman44

Also check to see if you have correct base...

Also check to see if you have correct base timing. As for the ESC module, disconnect it and try starting the car and driving it.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-17-2007, 01:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,323
Posted By trackman44

First of all, what year is your vette and is it...

First of all, what year is your vette and is it stock or have you moded her?
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-17-2007, 01:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,713
Posted By trackman44

I'm running an 84 corvette with stock pump (in...

I'm running an 84 corvette with stock pump (in tank) thru an adjustable FPR hooked up to a demon 650 double pumper. I used an automotive relay hooked up to the 4psi oil switch to turn on the pump. No...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-17-2007, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 533
Posted By trackman44

Just don't put too much oil in it and you'll be...

Just don't put too much oil in it and you'll be fine.( about 3 quarts should do it) The stock windage trays were attached to the mains caps using standoff bolts. They wouldn't work on a stroker motor...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-15-2007, 02:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,982
Posted By trackman44

Where ever there is a flat metal surface that...

Where ever there is a flat metal surface that attaches to a flat surface on a control module or coil module is where you use the compound. The heat sink compound aids in removing heat so that...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-13-2007, 12:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,982
Posted By trackman44

Get some heat sink compound, remove the ignition...

Get some heat sink compound, remove the ignition module, clean the back side (of ICM) and mounting surface, cover backside of module with couting of compound, reinstall module. Should work fine after...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-13-2007, 12:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 628
Posted By trackman44

Contact Cleaner from any electronic parts store...

Contact Cleaner from any electronic parts store will work too.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-13-2007, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,170
Posted By trackman44

:iagree: Couldn't have said it ( or typed it)...

:iagree: Couldn't have said it ( or typed it) better myself!
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-12-2007, 09:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By trackman44

Did you replace the MAF as well? Remember, the...

Did you replace the MAF as well? Remember, the stock MAF sensor was designed for the original TB. If you replace the TB with a bigger unit and keep the MAF you will have idle issues. The ECM was...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-12-2007, 09:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,170
Posted By trackman44

9 times out of 10 it probably isn't pump related...

9 times out of 10 it probably isn't pump related when it comes to corvette steering problems. It is most likely the seals in the rack and pinion assy that are worn out. Either use the Lucas power...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-12-2007, 09:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 601
Posted By trackman44

If you can find a competent tuner in your area...

If you can find a competent tuner in your area have him (or her) tune the vette so it could pass emissions. Also, make sure you have the correct temp rated spark plugs for your engine. I suggest a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-12-2007, 07:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,170
Posted By trackman44

:iagree:

:iagree:
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-11-2007, 10:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,170
Posted By trackman44

Try Lucas oil power steering revitalizer. Cheaper...

Try Lucas oil power steering revitalizer. Cheaper alternative.
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