Installed headers, 3.42 diff, TC and Tunnel plate (Mega-pics)
07-10-2007, 08:02 PM
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I did the same exact mods myself, with the exception of the 3200 stall and I didn't do the ceramic coating on the headers. I went for the 3400 stall Fuddle. I did all the work without the aid of a lift and I didn't drop the torque tube. It all went together pretty well, just takes a little more patience and finesse without the lift. I was very careful with the routing of the brakes lines, wiring harness, etc. Just took my time. I'm very happy with the results.
Nice write up. Great workmanship as always.
Nice write up. Great workmanship as always.
Kudos to you, too, CBX (if I may call you by a shortened name!)
07-10-2007, 08:03 PM
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Nice write up Ed. Wish we lived somewhat closer I would have loved to help you on that project. Would have learned a lot.... Great job....
07-10-2007, 08:32 PM
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Honestly, this stuff is alot more fun when you buddy up with a friend or a few and make a mod party of it. This was more a need to project than a want to since I felt the car needed a real kick in the butt to make it more fun.
I'm just that way, Tim. Some call it detail-oriented, others call it ****-retentive. Take your pick. 
I was going to PM you about the TC you recommended a few weeks ago - the same one you installed. I tried ordering it from gmautoparts.com but they refused to send it without the VIN which wouldn't jive with their system. I offered to forego waving the restocking fee if it was returned but they were too late getting back to me. I cancelled the order and Yank came through big-time. The 3200 stall I got is amazing. Drivability is virtually unchanged. The wife could not tell the difference which is what I was going for. It kicks like a mule when you hit it too.
I did the same exact mods myself, with the exception of the 3200 stall and I didn't do the ceramic coating on the headers. I went for the 3400 stall Fuddle. I did all the work without the aid of a lift and I didn't drop the torque tube. It all went together pretty well, just takes a little more patience and finesse without the lift. I was very careful with the routing of the brakes lines, wiring harness, etc. Just took my time. I'm very happy with the results.
Nice write up. Great workmanship as always.
Nice write up. Great workmanship as always.
07-10-2007, 08:35 PM
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'10, '14
So you didn't finish the story....
Did you get ANY fluid/gunk on even the cardboard you laid out? Soooooooooooooooooo clean.
Really great thread and pics bud. Thank you.
07-10-2007, 08:42 PM
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WOW Ed! It's been a long time since I have had the pleasure of reading a new "Patches" write up! Your thoroughness on the photos and running commentary bely your profession...I can tell you are an engineer!
Very impressive all around, thanks for sharing with us mortals!
Very impressive all around, thanks for sharing with us mortals!
07-10-2007, 08:47 PM
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So, when are we going to do the H/C to Mrs. Patches car?
Her car is so clean it could pass for never driven.
Nice job as usual Ed!
07-10-2007, 09:25 PM
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I was going to PM you about the TC you recommended a few weeks ago - the same one you installed. I tried ordering it from gmautoparts.com but they refused to send it without the VIN which wouldn't jive with their system. I offered to forego waving the restocking fee if it was returned but they were too late getting back to me. I cancelled the order...
07-10-2007, 10:18 PM
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I am just amazed at not one but two super clean cars!!
I mean clean is one thing,but you are on a whole different level....
I love it!
Nice job,great write up,great pics,well.... great everything!
I mean clean is one thing,but you are on a whole different level....
I love it!
Nice job,great write up,great pics,well.... great everything!
07-10-2007, 10:35 PM
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patchmister Is fun to do alone WITH the right tools.
I knew once you got a TC & gear installed it would change your mind.
Now, add a little stroker motor and smile even more
07-11-2007, 01:21 AM
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Awsome install Patches. I appreciated your comments on my header install posted a few days ago. I have a way to go to get up to your level. It is encouraging to see the light though.
07-11-2007, 02:09 AM
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Thanks CBX and congrats on your install as well. I spent many a year on my back ont eh cold, hard concrete under the car on jack stands so I know what you went through to get it done. Well done!!!
Now that looks familiar.
Now that looks familiar.
07-11-2007, 09:53 PM
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07-12-2007, 11:14 AM
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07-12-2007, 12:34 PM
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Very nice Patches ! You look too be as fussy as I'am ! The guys at HP Performance put DTE stage 2 3.90's w/2800 vig. in my car last fall. I finally got it tuned a few weeks ago & after about 6-700 miles of nice breakin (since install last October the car only has 5K on it) I stepped into it last weekend. UNREAL the difference over stock. The car is muck quicker & the stock funflats are useless. Next thing, headers & after that H/C
07-12-2007, 02:50 PM
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Excellent read. Thanks for the great report and pictures. I've got to ask, sense no one else will. White pants?? Is this the ****-retentive side that you spoke of? 
I couldn't eat spaghetti, in white pants.
Good job.
Is this the ****-retentive side that you spoke of? I couldn't eat spaghetti, in white pants. Good job.
07-12-2007, 04:04 PM
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Wow.. .. awesome job and great pics as usual...
I always look forward to reading your threads..
.. and this one certainly didn't disappoint....
.. awesome job and great pics as usual... I always look forward to reading your threads..
.. and this one certainly didn't disappoint....
