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Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 06-03-2007, 04:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,976
Posted By BMF
I would NOT work on a car on ramps, plenty of...

I would NOT work on a car on ramps, plenty of people have been killed by them things.

Do yourself a favor and use jackstands properly.
Forum: Engine / Power / Tuning 06-01-2007, 09:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 900
Posted By BMF
Christ almighty, you'd think that if you put...

Christ almighty, you'd think that if you put solid mounts in the car it would fall apart with the posts on these message boards.

I ACTUALLY HAVE SOLID MOUNTS ON MY CAR, ITS FINE, just Do NOT use...
Forum: Engine / Power / Tuning 05-31-2007, 11:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,144
Posted By BMF
Matt, Have him use Viton seals, teflon are...

Matt,
Have him use Viton seals, teflon are garbage.

Valve seals get blamed for alot of things that arent their fault.

you want to know the real story, do a leak down test.

Cranking...
Forum: Engine / Power / Tuning 05-29-2007, 10:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,088
Posted By BMF
They can be race motors, they are 305's in early...

They can be race motors, they are 305's in early camaros in stock eliminator going 10.90's. Given they arent the stock off the shelf engine, but they can be made to perform.
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 05-25-2007, 10:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,561
Posted By BMF
If you can, get the factory measurements for...

If you can, get the factory measurements for checking the alignment of the frame, and start there.

It might not be a terrible swap to just put a different subframe in the car.
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 05-24-2007, 11:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,561
Posted By BMF
Bonzo, you know that for certain, did you look up...

Bonzo, you know that for certain, did you look up in the frame? Its pretty easy to do when you are putting the springs in to have one that isnt seated.
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 05-23-2007, 11:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,561
Posted By BMF
Bonzo, Before you freak out about the frame...

Bonzo,
Before you freak out about the frame being bent or whatnot, there are a few things to check for.

The springs, make certain they are actually seated in the pockets in the frame, they can be...
Forum: West Central Jersey 04-26-2007, 08:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,204
Posted By BMF
Well the first thing is, if you are revering to...

Well the first thing is, if you are revering to MIG welding, its a mig gun, not a torch.
Torch applies to TIG and Gas welding.

And i'm sure you can risk keeping the carpet in if you like, but 5...
Forum: West Central Jersey 04-24-2007, 12:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,204
Posted By BMF
You say you arent a welder and need help....but...

You say you arent a welder and need help....but you're pretty quick to assume the the installer is doing something wrong if they're smart enough to take the carpets out.....and you arent willing to...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 04-22-2007, 01:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,356
Posted By BMF
Pete Z bars or Gary Russell bars. Why do you...

Pete Z bars or Gary Russell bars.

Why do you need new stock springs if the ones you have already sit where you want them to?
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 04-10-2007, 12:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,431
Posted By BMF
Too stiff would not be dampened Enough?? ...

Too stiff would not be dampened Enough??

Ahh, dont you mean too stiff of a spring would be dampened too much??

its not "my logic" i was making a point, and asking questions....you're the guy...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 04-08-2007, 11:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,431
Posted By BMF
i've driven these mentioned setups on the street,...

i've driven these mentioned setups on the street, all of them.

What problem is it that you're looking to cure by re-valving the shocks?
Many consider me a suspension guy in the know, i...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 04-08-2007, 10:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,431
Posted By BMF
I would think a heavier spring rate would make...

I would think a heavier spring rate would make life easier on a shock, similar to having more compression valving.

Do you have any experience to back up this, or is a theory?

I've used a few...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 04-08-2007, 12:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,431
Posted By BMF
I dont see how lowering the car can effect how...

I dont see how lowering the car can effect how the valving in the shock works. I have used alot of different front shocks, and i've setup my car with alot of different front springs and no issue has...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 03-24-2007, 01:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,909
Posted By BMF
Why would you want to keep rubber body biscuits...

Why would you want to keep rubber body biscuits in an F-body? Its a uni-body car, toss them and install aluminum ones and stiffen the car up.

If your parts are falling apart try this:

1)...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 03-21-2007, 10:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,909
Posted By BMF
lol solid mounts will knock your teeth out? LOL...

lol solid mounts will knock your teeth out? LOL learn something new everyday i guess.....

the INTERNET where Rumor = Truth
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 02-21-2007, 07:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,234
Posted By BMF
I'm very skeptical about a Pre-notched kit, is...

I'm very skeptical about a Pre-notched kit, is this something you own already?

I'd imagine the wolfe kit is probably an excellent peice, however i seriously doubt the notches would require no...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 02-20-2007, 06:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,234
Posted By BMF
Thanks Bob, What kind of cage are you looking...

Thanks Bob,
What kind of cage are you looking to have done? What material?
As you may have noticed i only TIG weld bars and cages, no mig, even if i'm using mid steel.
I "may" mig weld floor...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 02-19-2007, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,234
Posted By BMF
Here's some of my work, The driver of this...

Here's some of my work,
The driver of this mustang was a pretty tall guy, so the goal was an extremely tight fitting cage.

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c181/SpeedyGoomba/RB2-1.jpg
...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 02-19-2007, 03:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,234
Posted By BMF
Wildrides is definetly on par with Leo when it...

Wildrides is definetly on par with Leo when it comes to roll cages, and i think you'll find my work to be on par as well.
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 02-08-2007, 02:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,570
Posted By BMF
You need adapter fittings on all outlets going to...

You need adapter fittings on all outlets going to brake lines which go from NPT (on the solenoid) to inverted flare.

in all things, especially brakes, please take the time to investigate the...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 11-27-2006, 07:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,646
Posted By BMF
Everyones telling me i'm wrong, why keep in the...

Everyones telling me i'm wrong, why keep in the info up there?
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 11-27-2006, 09:23 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,646
Posted By BMF
TRue to the form a message board, any good...

TRue to the form a message board, any good information shared is rarely appreciated and oftened argued with by those with much less knowledge in the area.

I'm done arguing, i've been there and...
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 11-27-2006, 07:57 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,646
Posted By BMF
first off porposing is rocking back and forth, a...

first off porposing is rocking back and forth, a car setup incorrect will do that, Shock deflection can be seen on the return to earth (FROM THE WHEELIE!), Bottom out and top out also.
Forum: Brake, Chassis and Suspension Tech 11-26-2006, 09:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,646
Posted By BMF
Quality information is obviously not appreciated.

Quality information is obviously not appreciated.
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