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MikeMoach · 09-28-2013, 05:44 PM

I'll look more into that once I figure this crap out with the noise, the autozone near me only had fuel line hose so tomorrow I will go to a different one while I'm at work to try and find a store that has the hose I need

litle88 · 09-28-2013, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by csjcsj

Anyone know why you change your oil, do nothing else, and when your done, you start the car up and it idles rough as hell! Runs good, just idles rough!!!!!!

Never experienced that, but I also always fill the oil filter to the top with oil before I screw it in.

csjcsj · 09-28-2013, 06:31 PM

Using Valvoline VR1 syn 20-50! Litle I've talked to u before! Had problems and it ended up being the plugs! I also filled the filter but went with a Mobil1 filter instead of the AC Delco that I've been using! Wonder if the plugs need changing again! Been almost 5000 miles!
I do have a 416 stroker!
Been trying to get some of the plug wires u suggested, just haven't gotten to it yet!

litle88 · 09-28-2013, 06:37 PM

I remember, I thought you changed those already lol.

Msd's are like 65? Bux.

csjcsj · 09-28-2013, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by litle88

I remember, I thought you changed those already lol.

Msd's are like 65? Bux.

Nope just changed the plugs! Haven't had time to shop around for wires!
You reckon I could have another fouled plug? The others only lasted around 5000 miles since the build!

litle88 · 09-28-2013, 06:51 PM

Not sure, what plugs are you using and what are they gapped at?

csjcsj · 09-28-2013, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by litle88

Not sure, what plugs are you using and what are they gapped at?

TR55's and didn't gap them! Thought I might bend/break the thin electrode!

LS3 SS · 09-28-2013, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by csjcsj

TR55's and didn't gap them! Thought I might bend/break the thin electrode!

Do you know what they are gapped at though? And why the Mobil 1 over the AC Delco filter? I actually did the opposite of you; I did research and found out the AC Delco filter has a better drain back system than about 75% of the filters that are offered for the LS3/L99s.

csjcsj · 09-28-2013, 09:11 PM

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Do you know what they are gapped at though? And why the Mobil 1 over the AC Delco filter? I actually did the opposite of you; I did research and found out the AC Delco filter has a better drain back system than about 75% of the filters that are offered for the LS3/L99s.

Can't remember what they were gapped at out of the box!
As far as the filter it was on sale and wanted to try it out!
I did notice though, that with the AC Delco filter the oil pressure stayed pretty high, with the Mobil 1, it drops at idle then goes up as you start accelerating!

LS3 SS · 09-28-2013, 09:17 PM

Hey guys, I had my Heater Core replaced last week, but I am still smelling the faint smell of coolant from time to time when I turn my heat/defroster on. Obviously I know the coolant smell isn't going to go away immediately, it's going to take a while, but how long should I wait before I take it back to the dealer and get a follow up?

litle88 · 09-28-2013, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by csjcsj

TR55's and didn't gap them! Thought I might bend/break the thin electrode!

Your not gonna break it, what's your compression? I would have gotten some Tr6's gapped at ~.35

csjcsj · 09-28-2013, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by litle88

Your not gonna break it, what's your compression? I would have gotten some Tr6's gapped at ~.35

I really have no idea what the compression is! Been going with the TR55's because that is what Vengeance installed!
Do do you think I should try the TR6's?

litle88 · 09-29-2013, 11:17 AM

Yes, it a step colder. See with a stroker you increase your compression because there is more volume, more compression. I have you at 11.5-1 with untouched heads, stock GM gaskets and flat top pistons with no valve reliefs or anything. I'm not sure of your setup but that's what I got. You should of been on tr6's from the get go IMHO.

Try them and some MSD's.

BlaqWhole · 09-29-2013, 03:07 PM

Hey guys!! I just finished the intake manifold install!! It took about 2 hours and honestly, if I had known it was this easy, I would have done it a long time ago. Anyway, everything is connected, bolted, and plugged in. My torque wrench can only go as low as 120 inch pounds so I couldn't for sure torque down to 44 and then 89. But I followed the sequence and I went a little more than just snug...since 44 and 89 are pretty light anyway. So before I start this thing up, is there anything I should know or do that maybe I haven't thought of? Any last minute recommendations on a good way to torque? Is it even absolutely necessary? Thanks guys!!

09-28-2013, 06:31 PM	#6191
csjcsj Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS 6spd Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Jefferson, Ga Posts: 4,399 View My Garage	Using Valvoline VR1 syn 20-50! Litle I've talked to u before! Had problems and it ended up being the plugs! I also filled the filter but went with a Mobil1 filter instead of the AC Delco that I've been using! Wonder if the plugs need changing again! Been almost 5000 miles! I do have a 416 stroker! Been trying to get some of the plug wires u suggested, just haven't gotten to it yet! __________________

09-28-2013, 06:37 PM	#6192
litle88 V8 Lounge member #2 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 6,373	I remember, I thought you changed those already lol. Msd's are like 65? Bux. __________________ 2001 ws6, 40k miles, Ls3 416 stroker, short block built by PER the rest by me. LPE Ls3 heads milled to 12-1 comp, FAST 102, NW 102, kooks 2", dual DMH cutouts, Magnaflow C/B, BTR cam + springs. Full UMI suspension.

09-28-2013, 06:51 PM	#6194
litle88 V8 Lounge member #2 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 6,373	Not sure, what plugs are you using and what are they gapped at? __________________ 2001 ws6, 40k miles, Ls3 416 stroker, short block built by PER the rest by me. LPE Ls3 heads milled to 12-1 comp, FAST 102, NW 102, kooks 2", dual DMH cutouts, Magnaflow C/B, BTR cam + springs. Full UMI suspension.

09-29-2013, 11:17 AM	#6201
litle88 V8 Lounge member #2 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 6,373	Yes, it a step colder. See with a stroker you increase your compression because there is more volume, more compression. I have you at 11.5-1 with untouched heads, stock GM gaskets and flat top pistons with no valve reliefs or anything. I'm not sure of your setup but that's what I got. You should of been on tr6's from the get go IMHO. Try them and some MSD's. __________________ 2001 ws6, 40k miles, Ls3 416 stroker, short block built by PER the rest by me. LPE Ls3 heads milled to 12-1 comp, FAST 102, NW 102, kooks 2", dual DMH cutouts, Magnaflow C/B, BTR cam + springs. Full UMI suspension.

09-28-2013, 05:44 PM	#6189
MikeMoach Drives: 2010 RJT 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 1,354	I'll look more into that once I figure this crap out with the noise, the autozone near me only had fuel line hose so tomorrow I will go to a different one while I'm at work to try and find a store that has the hose I need

09-28-2013, 09:17 PM	#6198
LS3 SS Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Camaro SS (LS3) Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Clarksville TN Posts: 2,275	Hey guys, I had my Heater Core replaced last week, but I am still smelling the faint smell of coolant from time to time when I turn my heat/defroster on. Obviously I know the coolant smell isn't going to go away immediately, it's going to take a while, but how long should I wait before I take it back to the dealer and get a follow up?

09-29-2013, 03:07 PM	#6202
BlaqWhole Account Suspended Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 7,692	Hey guys!! I just finished the intake manifold install!! It took about 2 hours and honestly, if I had known it was this easy, I would have done it a long time ago. Anyway, everything is connected, bolted, and plugged in. My torque wrench can only go as low as 120 inch pounds so I couldn't for sure torque down to 44 and then 89. But I followed the sequence and I went a little more than just snug...since 44 and 89 are pretty light anyway. So before I start this thing up, is there anything I should know or do that maybe I haven't thought of? Any last minute recommendations on a good way to torque? Is it even absolutely necessary? Thanks guys!!