Insidethreat07's build/mod (somewhat) thread

[fbodyrs96]

ZZP GT2 Cam
comp 7.05 .080 thickness pushrods
LS #90 yellow springs

$275 shipped for the above form the grand prix forum 3k on parts

comp OE lifters - new in box firebirdv6 dot com $100 shipped

JP Performance Single Timing Chain Set
Manley Performance Valvespring Retainers
crank/cam bolt
reusable rocker bolts

all for form intense racing $171.50 shipped

LIM gasket the metal one fom amazon $50ish free shipping, its around $90 at autozone

all other gaskets and tools etc form autozone.. price may vary depending what you have or don't have there.

FYI i bought all this over a period of time, like you I couldn't just go buy it all at once. check the forum class fields especial the grand prix forums they have great deals man.

[insidethreat07]

Some pics from this weekend:

[demonspeed]

I truly envy the amount of time you're able to spend at the track!

[insidethreat07]

Originally Posted by demonspeed

I truly envy the amount of time you're able to spend at the track!

Its not easy. The weekends Im not there Ill be working at both jobs. But I gotta do what I gotta do
Plus 2hr drive one way haha

[insidethreat07]

I think the next thing Im going to do is some exhaust stuff the save up $$$ for C5FIII
Pacesetters: $246.97
http://store.mvpautoparts.com/pacese...bird-3.8l.html
Locking header bolts: 37.99
http://www.ws6project.com/user_stor/...-header-bolts/
High Flow Cat: $50 from a member on ftv6
Exhaust gaskets: Not sure the price
http://abbottracingheads.com/gm3800.htm
Would you guys get these or not 38.99
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...ier=465581_0_0_
Plus after all these I have a feeling Id need a tune of some sort of tune whether it be a dyno tune or a regular tune. Also I plan on 3'' pipe from the high flow cat to the rear.

[demonspeed]

Never used Bosch wires. Maybe try MSD or even GMPP if they make them.

[fbodyrs96]

Get grade 8 bolts and lock washers form tractor supply $5, The victor gaskets at autozone are just like Oem, as long as you don't get felpro or pacesetter paper gaskets you fine.

[Zabo]

Originally Posted by insidethreat07

I think the next thing Im going to do is some exhaust stuff the save up $$$ for C5FIII
Pacesetters: $246.97
http://store.mvpautoparts.com/pacese...bird-3.8l.html
Locking header bolts: 37.99
http://www.ws6project.com/user_stor/...-header-bolts/
High Flow Cat: $50 from a member on ftv6
Exhaust gaskets: Not sure the price
http://abbottracingheads.com/gm3800.htm
Would you guys get these or not 38.99
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...ier=465581_0_0_
Plus after all these I have a feeling Id need a tune of some sort of tune whether it be a dyno tune or a regular tune. Also I plan on 3'' pipe from the high flow cat to the rear.

Should do our cars together.

And yeah, you're going to need a tune because after install the cars gonna run slightly rich.. but it's really no big deal.

As far as Bosch.. I'd honestly just hit up WS6store and get MSDs. Cut your own if need be (not all that hard..)

Gaskets.. if the stockers are pretty much used up go OEM or Victor. Mine only have 50K so that's why I'm skating by without gaskets.

Locking header bolts I'm finding are a waste dude. Unless you tighten those bolts every few months and don't compensate for the thermal expansion, all those locking bolts are going to do is keep the bolt from falling out, not keeping the flange flush with the block. End result is burned gaskets..

[insidethreat07]

Originally Posted by fbodyrs96

Get grade 8 bolts and lock washers form tractor supply $5, The victor gaskets at autozone are just like Oem, as long as you don't get felpro or pacesetter paper gaskets you fine.

Can I get those at Ace hardware? Only reason I ask is bc there is one across the street from where I work lol
What are dimensions of the bolts?

Originally Posted by Zabo

Should do our cars together.

And yeah, you're going to need a tune because after install the cars gonna run slightly rich.. but it's really no big deal.

As far as Bosch.. I'd honestly just hit up WS6store and get MSDs. Cut your own if need be (not all that hard..)

Gaskets.. if the stockers are pretty much used up go OEM or Victor. Mine only have 50K so that's why I'm skating by without gaskets.

Locking header bolts I'm finding are a waste dude. Unless you tighten those bolts every few months and don't compensate for the thermal expansion, all those locking bolts are going to do is keep the bolt from falling out, not keeping the flange flush with the block. End result is burned gaskets..

Theses gaskets?
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...48781_209686_0_
and plugs?
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...237_86393_5933_
Whats the difference in the two sets of wires?

[fbodyrs96]

Yes, those are the right gaskets.
5/16x18-1 bolts

You need msd# 32799 with headers, they are 90 deg boots, there others are almost straight and will not fit.

[insidethreat07]

Originally Posted by fbodyrs96

Yes, those are the right gaskets.
5/16x18-1 bolts

You need msd# 32799 with headers, they are 90 deg boots, there others are almost straight and will not fit.

Im on their website and thats the PN for 96-99? But PN 32089 fits 00-02 but has one 90* and the straight. Or would that first PN work even tho it says 96-99?
http://www.msdignition.com/products/spark_plug_wires/

[insidethreat07]

Ok here is my new and improved list lol
3'' Hi flow cat $50 from a memeber on FTV6
Headers: $234
http://www.herronperformance.com/sto...&productId=131
Gaskets: 15.99
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...48781_209686_0
(12) 5/16x18-1 bolts and lock washers from Tractor supply
Wires from MSD: 62.20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MSD-32799-Cu...daf9c0&vxp=mtr
B'laster 5.49
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/acc...ier=515413_0_0_
And of course 3" pipe

[fbodyrs96]

The 3.8 fbody is the same form 95-02, other than the tb change and manifold change in 00. Once you put headers on you will not be able to use those straight boot plugs at all. Here's a thread where someone's having problems now, it's the straight boot with headers. http://www.v6f-body.com/showthread.php?t=4250&page=2

[insidethreat07]

Originally Posted by fbodyrs96

The 3.8 fbody is the same form 95-02, other than the tb change and manifold change in 00. Once you put headers on you will not be able to use those straight boot plugs at all. Here's a thread where someone's having problems now, it's the straight boot with headers. http://www.v6f-body.com/showthread.php?t=4250&page=2

k I was just wondering since it gave dif model years. Thanks Kris