Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

[sytyguy]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

BOO to the GA guys!

Nah, no worries...you guys know theres always more events between both of us.

However... I just took the Sy out for its maiden after the TC swap and gilbert shaft. Its cold out and holy sh!t I own a different truck now.

It was pullin like a raped ape and shifting crisip and firm through each gear, which its never done. Havent done any boost launches yet (save those for Miami) but from 5mph roll-ons and 25mph roll-ons, the truck runs like a champ and feels like it supposed to be with a PTE52. I finally cracked a smile while driving the Sy, which hasnt happened in a long time.

Time for the pre-Miami drive... im off to Orlando to drop off schtuff for the parents, and pick up half of Warren's junkyard in his garage.

Sweet man....glad my converter worked so well. Now pay me BISCH!

Yeah, I wish we could make it down, but we'll get together in Savannah or Orlando here soon. Now go kill some SRT10s, Cobras, etc.... for me Adam.

Adam, lemme know if that chip needs work with the better working trans setup. It was hard to tune with the old setup slipping like it did.

Hood

 

[SYO237]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

Actually, since you mentioned it...

While driving today to Orlando I noticed my RPMs werent normally where they usually sit while crusing.

I know for a fact, my truck hangs about 2800rpm at about 85mph. Today, when going a solid 80, RPMs were sitting at 2300-2400. They'd be about 2500-2550 or so at 85.

Everything today was about 200-300rpms lower than I normally know the truck to be. Truck ran great, idled normal, even throttle response was great and much less lag that the 3000 stall was. Stabbing it at 80mph felt great with tons of power and kick.

So what gives with the RPM? Would the converter really change it that much?

I havent played with the TV cable since the swap. Just put the TC in, filled with fluid and drove.


Oh, and good news Hood... no more playing around with getting to the ECM or having it hanging on the floor :tup:
http://www.sytyarchives.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.ShowItem&g2_itemId=4215

 

[danny]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

So how many many people/trucks are acually coming to the meet? And what's on the wrenching menu? I'm still debating on trailering or driving the ty, it still runs like a$$.

 

[Ian Turgeon]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

im going, still not positive on what ill be driving...

 

[SYO237]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

I'll be there Friday afternoon around 4ish. Staying till Sunday. Im gonna be playing with my Caltracs and finding a nice preload to use.

Other than that, im open to help anyone else work on projects.

 

[sytyguy]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

So what gives with the RPM? Would the converter really change it that much?

Oh, and good news Hood... no more playing around with getting to the ECM or having it hanging on the floor :tup:
http://www.sytyarchives.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.ShowItem&g2_itemId=4215

The new cruise rpms seem correct. 2800 @ 85 is too high. Sounds like the old converter was just shot. Prolly never had lockup (if the converter was even an LU one), which would cause the disparity @ that speed.

ECM - Thanks GOD! Finally, I can put my feet on the floor board in your truck. :tup:

Hood

 

[blk00z28]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

ECM - Thanks GOD! Finally, I can put my feet on the floor board in your truck. :tup:

Hood

:rotf:

 

[SYO237]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

The new cruise rpms seem correct. 2800 @ 85 is too high. Sounds like the old converter was just shot. Prolly never had lockup (if the converter was even an LU one), which would cause the disparity @ that speed.

Hood

I had the suspicion that it wasnt a lockup TC. Im gonna see if I find a serial number on it and call up Hughes to confirm what I had. (Again, thanks RoadDisaster for screwing me again)

Rob wanted to try it out in his truck, but if its a nonlockup, I dont want him wasting time doing the swap.

 

[SYO237]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

Gary, whats the hotel info for those needing it?

 

[GAShan]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

Quality Inn
14501 S. Dixie Hwy
Miami, Fl.
305 251-2692
Internet rates seem to be the cheapest. But any one who wants can grab space here. Doug and Adam have spots saved.

 

[SYO237]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

Hey Gary... you taking GM part orders for anyone?

If so, I need a set of gaskets for the plastic vortec valve covers. Can I use the bolts that are with the plastics or do I need to get a new set?

If I can use the ones with them, I'll bring em to do the swap. Add my stockers to your new shed Gary

 

[GAShan]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

I'll find out. What year valve cover gaskets should I ask for? Anyone else need anything?

 

[SYO237]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

uh? 96+?

 

[sytyguy]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

Fel-Pro - VS50464R - $15.99 set
Victor Reinz - VS50211 - $14.99 set

If you don't wanna hit the dealer.

Hood

 

[RAACCR]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

I haven't seen you guys since the Orlando meet at Race Rock...that's got to be 3 - 4 years ago! I'll make an appearance at Gary's in the FRC 'Vette, since Sy# 2648 is in pieces. Can't wait to catch up on what's going on...
Rob

 

[Olskoolturbo]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

I just knew my plans to go would be ruined, our floor guys are just now finishing and we will be moving in this weekend. If only they were finished last week or next week. I could sabotage them but my wife would know whats up, she's no dummy!

 

[mmvic]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

so when is every planning on getting there. im gunna leave after work on friday like at 5 if anyone heading south want to meet up for the ride down let me know. im not looking forward to the drive because of rush hour traffic and what not, oh and i also need directions

 

[SYO237]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

rob, it'll be good to see you again!

directions are a few posts above.... drive from WPB? Pfft, try Orlando/Tampa/Lakeland. WPB is a warm up.

 

[Ian Turgeon]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

I've gotta pick up a seat at the towershops, so It looks like adam and I (and whoever else wants to go) will be heading out from gary's place to check out the scene up there friday evening.

 

[mmvic]

Re: Annual MIAMI Meet - FAST/GAST - Jan 27-29

i'll be there, i just drive straight there. im sure we wont have a problem finding each other in a crowd,lol. what time 7 or 8 ish? oh yeh and what does Pfft mean adam :rotf: