MrMeanGreen Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 Well, most of you know I blew something up a few weeks back roll racing (yes, I do this occasionally) on the way back from the bling-bling car show at Roby where I picked a trophy up. Turned out to be a lifted passenger side head. I pulled the car apart over two days after getting home from work. Total time removing top end, associated wiring, and cooling system (figured I may as well upgrade the radiator): 6.5 hours Friday evening I had some help reassembling everything and using the upgraded parts/installation materials. This consisted of new 5.7L GM MLS head gaskets, Permatex copper sealer spray, GM GMS (silicone assembly lube), some real nice Snap-On torque wrenches, etc. I finished the final installation last night of the exhaust, intake/TB/MAF parts, etc. and fired the car up after an issue with a starter lead coming loose (thanks Sam for pointing me in the right direction). Total time for re-assembly: 8 hours Officially, the car runs like ass due to the new 85m Z06 MAF that has replaced the speed density but will be tuned for it. It sounds like it has a .650 lift cam in it and runs so rich it makes a grown man cry while standing behind it in the driveway while it idles in the garage. But, this should resolve the "1998s don't like boost and MAFs" problem. Thanks to the following: Paul (98fiveseven) for again coming out numerous times from Marysville to assist with tearing things apart and putting them back together. He's also letting me borrow his SLP MAF (85mm like mine, but calibrated for the F-Body) until I can have my Z06 tuned in. John (RUTAN TA) for staying until 3am last Saturday with the final assembly of the top end, donating me his unused MLS gaskets, GMS, tools, and superior knowledge of the LS1. He even knew the friggin torque specs and torque sequence of the heads by memory. Sam (Sam) for helping with head/block prep, reassembly, and several instances of answering my questions when I was clueless. Mr. Pimp even put off some racing and bar-hopping to stay and help a bit longer. Jon (Linn) for comic relief and general entertainment. He kept everyone present emotionally high with his infinite drama of street racing and traffic violation antics. IPS Motorsports (Greg and Jeff) for supplying me with special order chromoly washers that I'd lost at the last minute that even Jegs didn't have. See the Consumer Reports section for specific details. I have to get back under the car to finish repairing the starter connection, then finish bleeding the cooling system. But the car s ready to go and should be off to Indy next week for the final tuning. Again, thanks to everyone who's supported me and my PITA hobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 Another post, another lack of mention. I'm going to stop answering your calls and sending you advice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted July 6, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 Your advice is appreciated, but again, you failed to physically be here when you said "give me some advance notice and I'll be there to lend a hand". You had the advance notice But your info did help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 But your info did make my setup great, instead of mediocre which it would have been had I not consulted you. Fixed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam1647545489 Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 Anytime mango. Cant wait to see/hear it out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 I have never seen the car in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted July 6, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 I have never seen the car in person Unfortunately, you probably won't for at least another month. I have six 10s at work this week (including the weekend), five 10s next week (weekend included) not to mention the car should be going to Indy then. The week after I'm off to CT for training for two weeks, then that weekend I get back I have a family golf tournament, then another six 10s the following week (including the weekend). We're looking somewhere around late August, but then the Pontiac Nationals are that weekend and I'm going up for that. Maybe September for a CR outing and the Formula attending? We'll see about sneaking it out before then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 Unfortunately, you probably won't for at least another month. I have six 10s at work this week (including the weekend), five 10s next week (weekend included) not to mention the car should be going to Indy then. The week after I'm off to CT for training for two weeks, then that weekend I get back I have a family golf tournament, then another six 10s the following week (including the weekend). We're looking somewhere around late August, but then the Pontiac Nationals are that weekend and I'm going up for that. Maybe September for a CR outing and the Formula attending? We'll see about sneaking it out before then. Sheesh, I would be happy with just seeing the tail lights pulling away from me very quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 Either way, I'm driving it for my hard work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUTAN TA1647545492 Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 I just want it running, so if by some chance I get my motor back we can have a rematch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98fiveseven1647545503 Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 flying brake clean cans?! LOL Yea especially Monday when gas prices jumped like a mother, I was there PM me or get at me on AIM for when you are going to be around to pick up the maf or for me to deliver it. I am going to Clevland Friday to hang with a friend before TITN! So We should deff figure something out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaverickGrabber1972 Posted July 6, 2006 Report Share Posted July 6, 2006 cool :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryBMW Posted July 7, 2006 Report Share Posted July 7, 2006 I have a family golf tournament You yuppie golf playing fag. God I would love to see your ass play golf... -Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McGraw Posted July 7, 2006 Report Share Posted July 7, 2006 I didn't get any phone calls :-) good to hear everything went over (as) smoothly (as it could) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted July 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2006 I don't play gold. I'm just there to schmooze with the new in-laws and run people over with golf carts Paul, I'll call you later today... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryBMW Posted July 7, 2006 Report Share Posted July 7, 2006 Dont forget to wear one of your Chevy cut off's -Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted July 7, 2006 Report Share Posted July 7, 2006 Haha Anthony is a golf playing fag like Marc! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryBMW Posted July 7, 2006 Report Share Posted July 7, 2006 Haha Anthony is a golf playing fag like Marc! Haha Chris is a golf playing fag too! Don't lie either...I know you've gone out with your dad. -Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted July 7, 2006 Report Share Posted July 7, 2006 I have *never* been on a golf course or driving range. Ever. So eat that, bitch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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