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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-31-2016, 10:45 PM
Replies: 42
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Posted By rdicarlo

heard it run today... just a quick video. ...

heard it run today... just a quick video. sounded nice, but I want more :)
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-31-2016, 09:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,566
Posted By rdicarlo

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I appreciate that my buddy/mechanic...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-25-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,566
Posted By rdicarlo

installing motor parts...

I dropped the C4 at my buddy's house and he started to install the new motor parts

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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-24-2016, 02:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Installed the small GM HEI distributor and TBI...

Installed the small GM HEI distributor and TBI adapter plate. Removed the mechanical fuel pump and installed a block off plate. Bent the fuel lines and started installing the fuel injection hose.
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-24-2016, 07:52 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Thanks! I ended up using a cap screw and I...

Thanks!

I ended up using a cap screw and I can get to it with an allen wrench.

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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-23-2016, 06:42 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I'm not sure... What is a PEM stud? I bought...

I'm not sure... What is a PEM stud? I bought bolts that were long enough and cut the heads off. They are not flush or below-flush yet. I was planning on making them flush and adding some loctite...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-22-2016, 10:22 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I'm going to use the stock supply and return. ...

I'm going to use the stock supply and return. They are a little small (supply 3/8" and return 1/4"), but I'm not pushing big hp anyway.

I made the adapter plate tonight.

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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2016, 07:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I need ideas for the fuel line. I read some...

I need ideas for the fuel line. I read some people use the stock supply as the return and run a new supply line.

Can you guys recommend fuel injection supply line hose?

I'm running a 1982...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2016, 05:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Hopefully, I can also use it as a drill template

Hopefully, I can also use it as a drill template
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I'm going to 3D print the adapter plate on a FDM...

I'm going to 3D print the adapter plate on a FDM machine. Then use it to mock up the TBI under the hood. I want to make sure that I have enough clearance with the hood and distributor.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2016, 06:19 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I welded (I know I need to take a welding course)...

I welded (I know I need to take a welding course) a nut on both fuel pressure regulators and rebuilt the 350 TB as a backup in case the 454 TB doesn't work out.
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2016, 06:08 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

TY. I don't want to take off my intake yet. ...

TY.

I don't want to take off my intake yet. I'll do that when the new heads are ready to install and I have a MPFI intake to throw on there.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2016, 06:03 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Thanks for the heads up on the air cleaner. I'll...

Thanks for the heads up on the air cleaner. I'll look at where the throttle body wants to land.

I bought a drill press last night along with a 2" metal hole saw. I wish I had access to a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2016, 10:25 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I realized today that the transadapt adapter...

I realized today that the transadapt adapter plate that I have won't work with the 454 throttle body. The adapter plate doesn't cover the IAC air passage.

I ordered a 1/4x6x10" aluminum plate for...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2016, 06:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Shark Racer - Thanks for the feedback. ...

Shark Racer - Thanks for the feedback.

Unless an inexpensive MPFI system falls on my lap, I'll get the TBI going first. I'm curious to see how it drives with it on there too. Then it should be...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 11:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

While I look for a MPFI system, I started...

While I look for a MPFI system, I started installing the TBI system today.
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 10:55 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

6089 edelbrock doesn't make them anymore. They...

6089 edelbrock doesn't make them anymore. They are performers rpm heads 170 64cc 202 in 160 exhaust.

Here's the cam in the car now and some other goodies:

Crane Cam/Lifter kit 100172
Cam...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 09:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I have a pair of edelbrock performer 6089 heads...

I have a pair of edelbrock performer 6089 heads waiting to go on.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 11:44 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I also have to switch out the baffles in this...

I also have to switch out the baffles in this exhaust soon. I can't get a sticker because they are so loud. I don't want to go back to reverse flow, but may have to because its so loud. This car...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 07:26 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I think I'm building it in a modular way. ...

I think I'm building it in a modular way.

Does a modified lt1 intake work well for mpfi on a c3? Prices for them don't seem too bad.

I can get a free stock TPI setup, but I know they don't...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-14-2016, 06:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Well. I've had a few folks tell me that mpfi...

Well.

I've had a few folks tell me that mpfi is better than Tbi for my application. I'm looking for some mpfi parts now. I have a spare tpi throttle body or I can use the Tbi as a air valve. ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-12-2016, 06:32 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Thanks for the feedback and info on calculating...

Thanks for the feedback and info on calculating the fuel needed. Good info.

The next step may be tpi/mpfi after I see what the Tbi can do.

I'm not against changing the cam, but I really like...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-11-2016, 09:59 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

I got another 7427 ECM today, but this one has a...

I got another 7427 ECM today, but this one has a 5.7L memcal in it. My other 7427 had a 4.3L memcal in it. I may sell it or keep it as a spare to convert to MPFI later.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-10-2016, 03:48 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 277,683
Posted By rdicarlo

agreed. I'm thinking about placing a resistor...

agreed. I'm thinking about placing a resistor inline on the sending signal wire to make my fuel gauge show empty even when I have a 1/8 of a tank. or I might bend the float rod before I drop in the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-10-2016, 01:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,399
Posted By rdicarlo

Finished rebuilding the TB. I made a little...

Finished rebuilding the TB. I made a little apparatus to open and clean the injectors. The rebuild kit supplied all the gaskets, screens and o-rings. It was a nice kit:

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