http://www.FBody.com/ FBody.com v6 live feed en-us Copyright FBody.com jhogan@txstock.com http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=110430 This digging up 5 year old threads has to stop. Its really, really simple. If the thread isn t even have to bother looking at the dates that way. Simple right? If I see the same person dig up an old thread more then once, they are done. So beware of what you post to. -- [b]Owner of [url=http://www.hbhracing.com]HBHRacing.com Xtreme performance products[/url][/b] [b]Click for new [url=http://www.mainstreamtopics.com/forums/index.php?showforum=29]Fbody Tech Articles[/url][/b] img://www.hbhrac 2009-05-22 05:14:14 HBHRacing 0 739 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=110430#110430 -0-5--2009 10: 0:5: PM HBHRacing http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=75242 Hey everyone! I was bored and Ive been meaning to post this up here for sometime now and its slipped my mind everytime. No...this is not directly about turbos or superchargers. :D :D :D :lol: I just wanted to share with you a basic principle concerning modifications and horsepower/torque gains. Alot of people look at the Flowmaster muffler (for example) and see that it advertises giving you ,say, 10 horsepower. This simply is not the case. You end up in reality with like 5 to 7 horsepower and t 2009-04-28 12:20:28 goldenphoenix 64 9576 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=75242#111225 -0-4--2009 16: 1:2: PM goldenphoenix http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111277 What did you sicksers do to my partner in crime t been around hete in a while, I better not find out you guys threatened him or some such or else:uzi: :cuss: :mad: AM I CLEAR? -- img://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b207/95ttoplt1/Troy/cmercsig2.jpg 2009-11-20 20:58:21 cmerc 22 623 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111277#111591 -1-1--2009 8: 2:0: PM pawn65 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111545 Wheres the development of the super duper top secret mod? Jeremiah? Harlan? Pookie? 2009-11-19 15:01:15 3pt4_N00b 9 168 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111545#111590 -1-1--2009 7: 1:5: PM Havok2 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111558 you guys suck. hahahahahaha. sorry i used to be one and i m drunk. so fuck you. -- img://www.tmobilepictures.com/photo/photo26/9d/9b/e24d08fa8e60.jpg?tw=305 th=228 _rh=d2qvk17zm6w0ryu09ple5orbi 2009-11-11 11:02:57 nolo325 21 191 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111558#111588 -1-1--2009 11: 1:1: AM ObsidianSixer http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111330 Im new to this forum and really need some help on my 1997 Firebird with the 3800V6. I decided to have my cooling system flushed and brought it to meineke to have it done. before it was done i had to constantly add antifreeze to the radiator because the level kept dropping over a 3 day period. Its been 3 days since the car was serviced and i decided to go check to see if the levels were ok. I checked the radiator this morning to find out what kind of antifreeze they used. To my surprise, when i r 2009-11-09 13:22:39 porschegonzo 8 369 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111330#111582 -1-1--2009 9: 1:3: AM ObsidianSixer http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111550 Since ive had the car its hesitated while starting. The guy the sold it to me said he thought it needed a starter. Now sometimes it would start fine, other times it would struggle. Last Saturday I went out in the car and things were normal. Monday I get in, turn the key and I get nothing! The battery is dead. So dead, that I couldnt even jump start it. So I replaced the battery with a used battery. It wouldnt start the car. So i had it charged and things were fine for the evening. I could turn 2009-11-08 19:58:10 cubx 6 98 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111550#111577 -1-1--2009 8: 1:9: AM HBHRacing http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111506 I posted this over on AG, but Ithought you sicksers might finally have an opportunity to prove you have something to contribute to society, (that does not include Kevin ) need some advice, I have a twin turbo Toyota (yea it , and get someone else to fix my second turbo, which is what I need to do. So after all that preamble, can any of you guys suggest a reputable company, preferably in Florida that I can use. -- img://foreverloyal.files.wordpress.com/2008/01/gollum.jpg 2009-10-19 17:56:40 cmerc 10 329 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111506#111543 -1-0--2009 7: 1:7: PM cmerc http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111530 i leave...and there are sooo many n00bz now -- img://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m9/Fury_786/Sig%20Stuff/SIG3212223.jpg :hail:2001 SS:hump: 1 of 547 - Few mods ) ----- :hail: Me [url=http://www.fquick.com/garages/viewvehicle.php?id=13528]img://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m9/Fury_786/Sig%20Stuff/Banner7copy.jpg[/url] 12.20 @ 113 all motor - FTW! 2009-10-15 12:14:07 Fury_786 8 172 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111530#111539 -1-0--2009 3: 1:2: PM 3pt4_N00b http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111525 I have a 96 conv with the 5 speed. I am searching for the plastic bracket that retains the leather shifter boot and locks into the center console. The local dealer said the part was no longer available, but the parts breakdown did not show the part. To those of you that responded with my questions regarding the clutch install, thanks!!! The install was relatively easy with your help. 2009-10-07 00:31:23 cplds 2 122 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111525#111534 -1-0--2009 7: 0:0: AM Fury_786 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111513 Will 98-200?, TransAm fenders fit a 94 Firebird? I want to do a TA bumper conversion and I thought the 98 fenders would look good on the earlier birds. -- http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3351885 I know its a 6er, but hey, id rather drive a 6er than a 4banger! 2009-09-01 16:41:54 cubx 1 208 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111513#111516 -0-9--2009 1: 1:6: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111498 There is a rattle in my cat converter, and i think it t got as much power as I should. My question is, before I take the cat off. Can it be taken off, cleaned out (not gutted) and put back on? I need to drive 2 hours on Sunday and I dont wanna kill this engine thats only been in for 2 weeks and wont be able to afford another CC until next week. -- -- http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3351885 I know its a 6er, but hey, id rather drive a 6er than a 4banger! 2009-08-31 01:41:36 cubx 2 219 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111498#111512 -0-8--2009 19: 0:1: PM cubx http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111496 87 S-10 Red Blue and rust. It is completely beat to hell, but it runs like a champ. 2.8, transmission was rebuilt about 3000 miles ago, auto, passes safety with flying colors, and the best part- 200 bucks! Picks will come shortly for you guys to have a good laugh at it. -- NIHILIST AND PROUD! F*CK IT ALL! 2009-08-27 13:34:53 cypher_2001 1 230 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111496#111509 -0-8--2009 15: 1:3: PM Jeremiah http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111394 my 95 3.4L seems to run pretty good but im only getting 16 MPG and i dont hot rod it, i mostly cruise at less than 2000 PRM and rarely get on it at all. are there possibly any sensors/etc that i should change to improve my mileage? any other suggestions? ...zimmy -- 95 Camaro 3.4L V6 check out my music at www.zimmyjim.com ! 2009-08-27 13:06:44 zimmyjim 7 369 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111394#111494 -0-8--2009 15: 1:3: PM pawn65 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111453 hey guys, the air tube that came with my whisper lid is falling apart. It m looking for something like the smooth bellow made for the LS1 cars. thanks -- 1998 3.8L V6 sport gold metallic, Flowmaster 80 series, whisper lid+FRA, k n filter. 2009-08-26 19:07:45 goldcamaropsycho 10 345 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111453#111508 -0-8--2009 14: 1:9: PM ObsidianSixer http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111456 I very recently bought a 1998 firebird with a V6 auto. Any suggestions on how to get 300-350 HP without getting to deep in the pocket or having to do alot of work on the engine(like now heads and pushrods,etc)? Wont mind spending 2 grand in the project at most. 2009-08-26 19:04:59 shanem85 24 454 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111456#111507 -0-8--2009 14: 1:9: PM ObsidianSixer http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111343 Ok Sickessssssssss, sound off, how many of you poor veeeeeeeeesicksers are actually left :confused: -- img://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b207/95ttoplt1/Troy/cmercsig2.jpg 2009-08-26 13:56:57 cmerc 26 528 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111343#111504 -0-8--2009 14: 1:3: PM pawn65 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=105430 I need help, I just bought a 1998 firebird , it is auto, I have nothing done to it, except I bought some ws-6 wheels and put new tires on them. I just would really like some experienced input before I go put anything into my car. What should I start with? Thanks, Ricky -- I just got my firebird 2 weeks ago, its my first car... I need ALOT of help.. 2009-08-16 16:18:25 98v6firebird 95 986 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=105430#111481 -0-8--2009 4: 1:6: PM ObsidianSixer http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111421 Is there a movement that i don t know about? -- img://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b207/95ttoplt1/Troy/cmercsig2.jpg 2009-08-14 05:07:58 Howi152 12 331 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111421#111475 -0-8--2009 2: 0:5: PM stevethepirate http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111399 when i turn the key it doesnt click or anything.. normal otherwise. it started fine just minutes before, now nothing. it DID kinda drag the other day when i was starting it though. could it be the solinoid or possibly the relay switch? where is the relay located? my friend tried to push start it, but it didnt work.....???? i changed the 02 sensors yesterday and unhooked the wire on top of the alternator, drove it maybe 10 minutes, then this morning i drove it a mile down the street, came 2009-08-04 21:07:56 zimmyjim 20 335 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111399#111452 -0-8--2009 4: 2:1: AM Jeremiah http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111425 under the drivers seat right under my right leg is some kind of latch....i can pull upward on it but nothing seems to happen. i looked under the seat and it seems to have a cable that goes to the left slider under the seat but i couldnt see very well so im not sure where the cable ends....what the heck is it for??? zimmmy 95 camaro -- 95 Camaro 3.4L V6 check out my music at www.zimmyjim.com ! 2009-08-02 21:24:32 zimmyjim 8 314 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111425#111449 -0-8--2009 2: 2:1: AM zimmyjim http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111447 so i basically drained cleaned and changed the tranny filter and fluid did a quick look through of everything and nothing seems burned or broke still like brand new.put back together and now i have no reverse and takes 4000 rpms to shift all while still spewing from filler tube...nooo idea???? -- rollin in style 2009-08-02 12:01:10 odinsmaro 0 256 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111447#111447 -0-8--2009 2: 1:2: AM odinsmaro http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111441 so right now as it sits i have a 94 v6 camaro 3.4L automatic...when my car is running regardless if its actually driving or in park idleing...when i rev my car the tranny fluid builds up and pops the dipstick out then spews fluid out the filler tube over everything. they said its possibly my vacuum modulator but i cant find one anywhere, then someone said my filter is clogged(i just replaced it 8 months ago) outta ideas someone please help me with any ideas. 2009-08-01 14:51:12 odinsmaro 1 225 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111441#111446 -0-8--2009 1: 1:4: AM Jeremiah http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111286 I d like to take a look at the one with no key and possibly have a key made and make the buyer take it out of the price of the car. But you can see where I am going with this I think..... 2009-07-15 21:32:05 cubx 6 406 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111286#111397 -0-7--2009 3: 2:1: PM RsCamaro96 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=98472 So I was putting the tube from the egr valve into my headers and the tube broke just under the egr valve. can i just weld up the egr valve or is it a necessary part for my motor to run properly. 2009-07-15 10:33:57 baxstar01 9 901 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=98472#111395 -0-7--2009 3: 1:0: PM hurley_21_07 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111386 My 1998 camaro V/6 3.8 with auto trans, seems to be surging.when driving 70 at 2200 rpm s going into lockup and then back out.theres no slippage just the sound of the motor going back and fourth. drives me crazy. any help? thanks... 2009-07-14 18:15:49 cleve 5 264 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111386#111393 -0-7--2009 2: 1:8: PM cleve http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111392 If I get time this weekend, I t replaced control arm bushings on a Camaro yet, but I know they are a pain in the ass on other cars to remove and re-install. Any tips or secrets you guys know about? Also, the ball joints are going to be horrid, any tips for these? -- NIHILIST AND PROUD! F*CK IT ALL! 2009-07-14 15:35:57 cypher_2001 0 302 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111392#111392 -0-7--2009 2: 1:5: PM cypher_2001 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=83870 Are any of you guys running a Walbro 255 LPH fuel pump in your 6 cylinder cars?? I realise it might be overkill, but the pump went out of my 95 3.4 car and I got a great deal on this pump. I 2009-07-09 17:33:16 cheddar 18 693 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=83870#111385 -0-7--2009 9: 1:7: AM Blazin666 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111336 Will the Steering wheel radio controls on a 94 Firebird work with an aftermarket stereo? I d keep the stereo that is coming with the car, but my sony has an ipod interface, which makes things so much easier (radio sux these days), 4000 songs on shuffle :-). [ Edited on 06/24/2009 @ 00:10:01 ] 2009-07-08 15:39:12 cubx 4 331 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111336#111383 -0-7--2009 8: 1:5: AM cypher_2001 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111347 Well I just went to start the car to see if it was making the noise i heard it making early. I took it around the block and started smelling oil. When I got home, i opened the hood and oil was everywhere! Keep in mind I know a fair amount about cars, but that is limited. I looked down and near the oil filter something round that is about as big around as a quarter. It s burst and sprayed oil. What is this? How major is the problem? -- http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/3408/2701/335 2009-07-06 23:40:14 cubx 8 351 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111347#111381 -0-7--2009 6: 2:3: AM cubx http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=94208 sup guys. yesterday i took off the w68 ground effects off the bird to freshen up the look. if any of you are interested in a PAINTED body kit for your v6 or formula birds, hit me up with some offers. ill be reasonable, but i know these parts are pretty valuble and gm sells them for an assload. ill look up some actual factory prices in awhile, as of now, im tired -- 1999 3.8 A4 W68 Y87 --- Blowmaster Catback, 3.42's B A M.... oops, still slow- working on that img://memimage.cardomain.net/member 2009-07-01 14:54:01 V8Poser 18 991 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=94208#111370 -0-7--2009 1: 1:4: AM Howi152 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111360 I started to take my pcm out and noticed this loose wire. Any Ideas what it is? http://img5.imageshack.us/i/img0033nwm.jpg/ http://img134.imageshack.us/i/img0032wsz.jpg/ http://img269.imageshack.us/i/img0038veo.jpg/ 2009-06-30 21:21:34 SmokeyBlaZe28 2 346 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111360#111364 -0-6--2009 18: 2:1: PM HBHRacing http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111345 I finally sold the Camaro and bought the Firebird I ve already gotta replace the front brakes and I am putting in a new thermo (needed or not). Since the car was sitting so long, is there anything else I may wanna check? 2009-06-27 18:18:50 cubx 3 320 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111345#111355 -0-6--2009 15: 1:8: PM cypher_2001 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111333 Does anyone know what the Y87 option is on the Firebird? Is this similar to a camaro RS in terms of what suspension and tranny it has? thank you Jeff 2009-06-27 02:52:48 porschegonzo 4 342 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111333#111353 -0-6--2009 15: 0:2: PM Howi152 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111321 My 3.4 camaro is being sold tomorrow. I m no mechanic and would have to pay someone to fix the 3.8. So basically I guess what I want to know is, would it cost a lot to replace the gasket? Im torn between the bigger engine and t tops. Also, what year of trans am honey comb tail lights will fit on 94/97 Firebirds. I like the looks of them better than what they come with. [ Edited on 06/17/2009 @ 17:55:49 ] [ Edited on 06/17/2009 @ 17:58:19 ] 2009-06-24 00:03:57 cubx 3 326 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/v6/read.cgi?msgid=111321#111335 -0-6--2009 12: 0:0: PM cubx