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Forum: projects & restorations Yesterday, 02:18 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 66,657
Posted By MikeSr.
Looks good!

Looks good!
Forum: events 03-03-2021, 07:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 621
Posted By MikeSr.
I’m in- payment sent

I’m in- payment sent
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-12-2021, 06:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,197
Posted By MikeSr.
Flexplate bolt likely fell out and was bouncing...

Flexplate bolt likely fell out and was bouncing around in there, eventually clearanced itself.
Forum: performance & modifications 02-08-2021, 02:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,102
Posted By MikeSr.
I have cut 1.5 coils off of IPD coils on several...

I have cut 1.5 coils off of IPD coils on several 240’s- gives an even stance. Coils will be loose at full droop, but seat on compression.
Forum: events 01-02-2021, 07:09 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 60,890
Posted By MikeSr.
link?

link?
Forum: projects & restorations 12-07-2020, 12:15 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 66,657
Posted By MikeSr.
Definitely- as soon as the COVID vaccine is...

Definitely- as soon as the COVID vaccine is available
Forum: projects & restorations 12-06-2020, 08:18 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 66,657
Posted By MikeSr.
Ha!- I got the same dash

Ha!- I got the same dash
Forum: performance & modifications 12-05-2020, 02:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 14,182
Posted By MikeSr.
I used a .75” Wilwood master cylinder with my T56...

I used a .75” Wilwood master cylinder with my T56 and couldn’t get enough engagement even with the pedal all the way down- changed to a stock 260 master and it engaged about halfway down- don’t know...
Forum: performance & modifications 11-26-2020, 03:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,892
Posted By MikeSr.
I bought one from redblocksociety and it was fine...

I bought one from redblocksociety and it was fine and delivered promptly.
Forum: performance & modifications 11-20-2020, 07:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,005
Posted By MikeSr.
I have a set of Ocean Super DTM’s on my 242. I am...

I have a set of Ocean Super DTM’s on my 242. I am using 215-35/ZR18 tires. A nice stretch- they don’t look like 18’s.
Forum: events 11-08-2020, 11:48 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 60,890
Posted By MikeSr.
Would love to hear more about Tom’s hemi swap.

Would love to hear more about Tom’s hemi swap.
Forum: events 11-07-2020, 08:57 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 60,890
Posted By MikeSr.
I kept losing the feed- good to see you guys.

I kept losing the feed- good to see you guys.
Forum: projects & restorations 10-25-2020, 12:59 PM
Replies: 750
Views: 307,399
Posted By MikeSr.
Tom- great work. Those fuel distributors can get...

Tom- great work. Those fuel distributors can get nasty. When you get it back together, get some Redline fuel injector cleaner in a full tank along with some Marvel Mystery Oil. I do this every 3...
Forum: performance & modifications 10-02-2020, 08:46 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,712
Posted By MikeSr.
[QUOTE=Kjets On a Plane;6117704]I *think* that's...

[QUOTE=Kjets On a Plane;6117704]I *think* that's a mis-print? The "GLE" & "N/A 4-cylinder" part is right, though?
All 700 manual 16V I've seen had a 3.91...all ~12 USA market 700 16V they sold...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 09-29-2020, 07:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,140
Posted By MikeSr.
Rick- there is a circular dash harness connector...

Rick- there is a circular dash harness connector that has numbered plugs. Look at a wiring diagram for your year 240- one connector is the alternator. It should be marked as alt 61. If you jump...
Forum: events 09-26-2020, 02:00 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 27,816
Posted By MikeSr.
Man- we should be sitting on the back porch...

Man- we should be sitting on the back porch watching Kenny and Wren cooking.
Forum: website & board 09-25-2020, 01:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 21,104
Posted By MikeSr.
$$ sent- thanks, Dana, for all you do.

$$ sent- thanks, Dana, for all you do.
Forum: performance & modifications 09-25-2020, 07:12 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,712
Posted By MikeSr.
I have 215-35/18 tires, so that makes it a little...

I have 215-35/18 tires, so that makes it a little taller final drive ratio.
Forum: performance & modifications 09-22-2020, 08:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,725
Posted By MikeSr.
I’m using the spherical rear bushings from BNE-...

I’m using the spherical rear bushings from BNE- along with all poly IPD adjustable bars- it’s not that noisy at all. 8” rear springs with 250 lbs and a 25 mm rear bar. Very solid when I nail it.
A...
Forum: performance & modifications 09-19-2020, 06:45 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,712
Posted By MikeSr.
If you don’t want to cut the axle, get a right...

If you don’t want to cut the axle, get a right side abs axle- fits fine with 1031/G80
Forum: performance & modifications 09-14-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,712
Posted By MikeSr.
3.73 with a T56-0.5 6th. I could probably go 3.90...

3.73 with a T56-0.5 6th. I could probably go 3.90 or 4.11. My car does 1500 rpm at 70
Forum: performance & modifications 09-12-2020, 01:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,681
Posted By MikeSr.
S40 booster has been used on a 240

S40 booster has been used on a 240
Forum: performance & modifications 09-08-2020, 05:50 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 10,561
Posted By MikeSr.
Mine is similar, with 250 lbs on all corners,...

Mine is similar, with 250 lbs on all corners, coil overs with revalved Saab inserts in the front and S10’s in the back- my only objection is the rear is a little bouncy. 28/25 sways, all...
Forum: projects & restorations 08-26-2020, 06:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,451
Posted By MikeSr.
This I like.

This I like.
Forum: projects & restorations 08-08-2020, 03:03 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 75,680
Posted By MikeSr.
It’s together- runs, drives, burnouts, goes for...

It’s together- runs, drives, burnouts, goes for ice cream.
Forum: projects & restorations 08-08-2020, 07:16 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 75,680
Posted By MikeSr.
Yeah- especially around Acworth- pothole city. ...

Yeah- especially around Acworth- pothole city.
How’s your 242 coming along?
Forum: projects & restorations 08-07-2020, 02:11 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 75,680
Posted By MikeSr.
My tint is in need of replacement too. Kenny’s...

My tint is in need of replacement too. Kenny’s Dynotune & Tint?
Forum: projects & restorations 08-06-2020, 07:15 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 75,680
Posted By MikeSr.
Thanks, man- looks almost as good as yours.

Thanks, man- looks almost as good as yours.
Forum: projects & restorations 08-06-2020, 04:29 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 75,680
Posted By MikeSr.
Thanks- tires are 215-35/18. A nice stretch-...

Thanks- tires are 215-35/18. A nice stretch- should be able to drop it another 1-1/2” after adding some downpipe clearance.
Forum: projects & restorations 08-06-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 75,680
Posted By MikeSr.
Upgraded my wheels to some Super DTMs. Added some...

Upgraded my wheels to some Super DTMs. Added some Kaplhenke extended wheel studs( thanks BNE!)
Some Mishimoto tuner lugs and some EBC Yellowstuff pads. Looks better.
Forum: performance & modifications 07-05-2020, 01:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
So- I got a clevis from STS machining that was...

So- I got a clevis from STS machining that was about 3/8” longer than the one I was using. I had MikeJr drill and tap it For my threads and it works perfectly now. Pedal engagement is about midpoint...
Forum: performance & modifications 07-01-2020, 08:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,806
Posted By MikeSr.
I have a turbo 940 radiator.

I have a turbo 940 radiator.
Forum: projects & restorations 07-01-2020, 10:41 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 66,657
Posted By MikeSr.
We could start an Acworth 242 club- I have 2- ‘81...

We could start an Acworth 242 club- I have 2- ‘81 with LS swap and a stock ‘83 flathood turbo.
Forum: projects & restorations 07-01-2020, 06:44 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 66,657
Posted By MikeSr.
Where are you in Acworth? I am over by the lake.

Where are you in Acworth? I am over by the lake.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-27-2020, 10:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,010
Posted By MikeSr.
If I remember, I looked into a larger throttle...

If I remember, I looked into a larger throttle body for that intake and found a B30 fuelie tb was almost a match to the mounting holes in the B21f intake and larger in diameter.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-24-2020, 07:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
I used a Wilwood 3/4” master with similar issues.

I used a Wilwood 3/4” master with similar issues.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-24-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
The STS pedal is symmetrical with the brake pedal...

The STS pedal is symmetrical with the brake pedal installed in the upper mounting position. Pivot arm is dead center in the hole for the master cylinder. Looks perfect.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-24-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
It has a spring to keep it up- and I replaced it...

It has a spring to keep it up- and I replaced it while the tranny was out. No adjustments with stock GM parts.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-24-2020, 11:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
So we have the same setup with a different clutch...

So we have the same setup with a different clutch disc. I will try to extend the rod- apparently some of the Camaro guys have had to do this also. If that doesn’t work, maybe another clutch setup....
Forum: performance & modifications 06-24-2020, 11:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
Stock Camaro master is also 3/4”. Next I will cob...

Stock Camaro master is also 3/4”. Next I will cob together some kind of extension sleeve on the clevis/rod.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-24-2020, 10:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
I know others have used the stock master with...

I know others have used the stock master with success on internal slave cylinders. Also- I had a Wilwood 3/4” master cylinder with similar results. I need more travel on the master- some is due to...
Forum: performance & modifications 06-24-2020, 09:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,080
Posted By MikeSr.
T56 Clutch issues

So - my ‘81 242 with LS V8 swap has had some clutch/ tranny issues. My setup used a stock Camaro clutch set, with a stock GM AP/ LUK slave cylinder in the bell housing.
I originally used a Wilwood...
Forum: projects & restorations 06-16-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,298
Posted By MikeSr.
Nice setup- a/c compressor would have to be...

Nice setup- a/c compressor would have to be removed or relocated.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-10-2020, 11:14 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,814
Posted By MikeSr.
The bolts are a wear item. Plan on replacing them...

The bolts are a wear item. Plan on replacing them after a couple of uses.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-02-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,393
Posted By MikeSr.
Bad diode in the alternator

Bad diode in the alternator
Forum: performance & modifications 05-16-2020, 05:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,142
Posted By MikeSr.
Look around for a local hydraulics shop. I took...

Look around for a local hydraulics shop. I took my ends and measured the length I needed and my local shop made one in 5 minutes- even put a swivel on one end.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 05-11-2020, 11:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,297
Posted By MikeSr.
Cleaning plugs is a waste of time. If they are...

Cleaning plugs is a waste of time. If they are fouled, fuel or oil, only sand/media blasting will clean them. And they are cheap, so start with a new set.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 04-13-2020, 06:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By MikeSr.
Back pressure will do that.

Back pressure will do that.
Forum: projects & restorations 03-02-2020, 02:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,454
Posted By MikeSr.
If you are going to lower the car, then get the...

If you are going to lower the car, then get the Kaplhenke roll center correctors. They eliminate bumpsteer. And the spherical bearings are solid, so no deflection and much easier to install than...
Forum: projects & restorations 02-04-2020, 01:15 PM
Replies: 494
Views: 190,295
Posted By MikeSr.
Nice- they make those for 16V too.

Nice- they make those for 16V too.
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