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  1. Tsunamix

    V6 ecotec gilmore kit info

    Only useful if you use a roots type supercharger and a tiny pulley for positive charger drive. In all other circumstances, forget it.
  2. Tsunamix

    Self Made Manifold Insulators

    In the L36, there is no oil splash plate under the LIM, so the LIM runs hotter than in alot of other cars. So the insulating properties of the SPacer can and do help - for a bit. No matter what you do, the UIM will absorb heat from the hot air at the engine top, and will probably run at temps...
  3. Tsunamix

    [QLD] Raptor VLC possibly up for sale

    Now that I have a serious built engine, I'm thinking of moving to a Turbo for more powah and torques. That means I am interested in offers on my Supercharger. 1 x Complete Raptor VLLC system, including water pump, water cooler, reservoir tank, fan and all fittings and brackets, suitable for a...
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  8. Tsunamix

    Just when you think you've seen it all

  9. Tsunamix

    [Ecotec] Curious of real power gains

    Immo is on the money. In the real world, I think 3.9's might be a bit high, I have the 3.7's from a manual V8 up the bum and they tend to suit on about 2400 RPM at 110. Generally, a brand new sludgeotec registers about 130-140hp at the wheels in an auto. I don't see you making more than about...
  10. Tsunamix

    Maf survival with an OTRCAI and oily filter

    the most common MAF's essentially are Hot wire MAF's, and they work by having a small temp sensor near the hot wire. The faster the air flows, the cooler the temp sensor reads. Anything that interferes with the heat generation or heat sensing will soften your throttle response. Carbon, soot...
  11. Tsunamix

    E85 fuel

    Dump a cup of Metho in the tank. Metho will draw water from the Ethanol and bind to it. Normally water in small amounts is no issue - after all water / meth injection is common. Large amounts - like 10% plus is a different story - and I can't imagine THAT much getting in to your tank. I think...
  12. Tsunamix

    Diffs, FAQ

    You're dead right. VY rear subframe has altered pickup points to introduce a more positive camber point. I thought long and hard about swapping the vt2 Subframe for a VY2. Ended up getting a freebie 4 way camber kit so passed on it. I'd like to know if he achieves this as rear wheel width...
  13. Tsunamix

    HELP! Being messed around by auto elecs and mechanics

    Motor Trimmers also do alot of lock mechanicals. There the people that I'd prefer to have taking off door trims, coz they have all the gear on hand to fix them when the cards break :) In Brisbane, call the boys at Midas Albion, tell em I sent You (Andrew with the blue commodore) and they will...
  14. Tsunamix

    Here are some modification parts for v6 3.8L !!

    Dunno why this cropped up again bu t yeah - right idea with the trumpets, just FAR too short to produce any more torque. Why your trying to achieve is a long, moving column of air. That column of air has a certain momentum if you will, that causes a bit of a pressure build up when the valve...
  15. Tsunamix

    VX II Giving Weird Error and Chime?

    I believe the connection between cluster and BCM is faulty - or something in the cluster isn't reporting to the BCM correctly. Anything more really needs a fault code. Maybe drop the BCM cover off (passenger footwell wall) and check the connectiosn on the BCM ?
  16. Tsunamix

    Vy clubsport calipers and rotor into vt2 Clubsport

    I think - stress think - the VY clubsport used the corvette C5 Calipers, which are 330mm diameter. The stock rotor is 250mm. I did this using PBR2 versions of the caliper and DBA t4 vented rotors. Very good upgrade. However it's absolutley critical you mount the correct caliper onthe correct...
  17. Tsunamix

    QFM HPX and Dba t2 rotors = no difference

    The primary difference braided hose makes is improving the 'linearity' of brake pedal response. Much less hose flex means you can modulate the pedal effort much more accurately, making your braking smoother and closer to what you intend. I highly recommend it because the Stock VT2 Commodore...
  18. Tsunamix

    [Alloytec] SV6 Modification Help (200+ Rear Wheel KW)

    err underdrive pulleys don't increase boost. Typically the underdrive is on the Harmonic balancer, and it's purpose is to turn the other belt driven devices (which rob power) more slowly so the sap less power. Essentially an underdrive slows belt speed. An OVERDRIVE increases belt speed, and an...
  19. Tsunamix

    Here are some modification parts for v6 3.8L !!

    For more torque - Increase runner length. Ideally you would custom make a 26-28" runner straight out of each port, then add Individual throttle butterflies. Not very practical I know, but it's what to aim for Isolate your intake from heat sources (Bakelite spacers etc) Add timing Add Fuel...
  20. Tsunamix

    VZ diff in VT?

    Actually if you do the rear sub frame cradle as well, you will get the better sway bar pick up points and have reduced rear camber start points. I really considered it, but it got a bit complex with diff flanges - ended up having to tranbsfer the VT diff to the VZ cradle, which was all too much...
  21. Tsunamix

    470kW LS9 Commodore is happening.

    Thought - W427 has depreciated by 50% in what - 10 years ? Most cars depreciate 50% by driving them off the lot. The W427 has done alright - and I bet it's value will skyrocket over coming years.
  22. Tsunamix

    470kW LS9 Commodore is happening.

    Holden gets green light from Detroit to built $165,000 Commodore with supercharged Corvette power Holden gets green light from Detroit to build $165,000 Commodore with supercharged Corvette power MAY 27, 201611:44AM 50 The HSV GTS will form the basis of a new Holden supercar with...
  23. Tsunamix

    engine mount

    Loosen both sides, jack and bump plate under the sump, leave the one your keeping with a half of turn of thread on. That gives you enough room to fit.
  24. Tsunamix

    Vt commodore temp rising then dropping quick

    May also have burnt the thermostat rubber, or have a piece of crap dislodged at high temp (Under high steam pressure) that is occasionally partially blocking the system limiting flow
  25. Tsunamix

    Quality Fuel Pump - V6 VX series 11

    I've had a lot of thought time, and a bit of work done of pumps of recent. I ended up purchasing a Walbro 460 E85 compatible In Tank system, then fitting some Through Bulkhead electrical fittings into the swirl pot cap, and entirely bypassing the Standard terminal block. The standard tblock...
  26. Tsunamix

    [Ecotec] What will have if I put sssl in the rear of my holden vu ute without shortened shocks

    It depends on the Shock. Some have indexed shafts with changing flow rates over the length of the shock. If you have this type of gear, the shock may be sitting at a lower flow point in the valving, meaning it's response is harder. Impacts will transfer through to cabin more, and your kidneys...
  27. Tsunamix

    Knocking noise when turning...?

    If it clunks just once when you turn, its the trailing arm bush where it mounts into the front cross member.
  28. Tsunamix

    l67 crank

    From personal experience, 238rwkw on a stock L36 crank is easy. The gearbox is usually the first thing to fail (auto 3rd gear). An L67 crank is identical. L67 rods have larger wrist pins than the l36 (5/8 to 1" i think) The L67 has pistons with a reduced wrist pin to piston top height, that...
  29. Tsunamix

    The Perfect Gift

    As long she doesn't ask for help with splinter removal
  30. Tsunamix

    anyone that has super pro rear camber/ toe adjustable bushes fitted

    Have nolathane 4 way in the rear of my VT. Needed to get as much rubber on the ground as I could - traction is a problem. Superpro's I saw really didnt have enough adjustment so I gace them a miss.
  31. Tsunamix

    Nulon 5w-30

    PTFE isn't as good as you think it is. It has a thermal limit of around 250 degrees C - higher than the oil. It has a coefficient of friction of between 0.11 & 0.14 - by a tiny fraction the best of all PLASTICS In oil, it has a coefficient of friction of .04-.05, where other plastics can go...
  32. Tsunamix

    VE SSV Walkinshaw Tune Vs Touch up Tune with low nm reading

    He's right in some respcts. Hub dyno's do read differently. They tend to be more repeatable in terms of result numbers as the contact issues between a tyre and a drum are removed. I don't know if they are more accurate - these are a hydraulic system so hydraulic resistance to fluid movement...
  33. Tsunamix

    304 with blower finally tuned only 210rwkw

    There is something not right here...But I am definitely no expert on the 304. 110 lb valve springs should be good for 5500-6000 so I don't think it's that. The torque number is confusing. 500nm Crankshaft torque through a 3.08 diff should translate to around 1500nm derived motive force. 740NM...
  34. Tsunamix

    C.O.M.E racing manifold plenum for ecotec

    Why is the Dig dug theme song going through my head ? Oh and the only older recent dig is in Egypt where they've found cleoptara's tomb....
  35. Tsunamix

    VX - white paste/oil on radiator cap

    white = engine oil in the water - not trans.
  36. Tsunamix

    Why, Ma'am, Congratulations!

    Is it a Fiesta or a party ?
  37. Tsunamix

    compliance plate

    P/Car means the owner is a pansexual - screw anything that moves. Nice thread dig. I have a dam that needs a clean out, are you free on the weekend ? Is this one going to make it onto urbanmyth.com ?
  38. Tsunamix

    eagle leads vs genuine leads

    Rrrr yew onea them thar mortyishuns ?
  39. Tsunamix

    New Monaro in 2018 ?

    Ahem... Cohort Classic: Holden Torana LX Sunbird 1900 (Starfire Four) – Borrowing A Few Names Along With The Design Cues I know - you can't trust websites. I'm still looking for the workshop manual from GMH which listed the starfire' family' of motors. I had it when I was a grease...
  40. Tsunamix

    New Monaro in 2018 ?

    Ahem... Cohort Classic: Holden Torana LX Sunbird 1900 (Starfire Four) – Borrowing A Few Names Along With The Design Cues I know - you can't trust websites. I'm still looking for the workshop manual from GMH which listed the starfire' family' of motors. I had it when I was a grease monkey...
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