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JohnWPB
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MAR 31, 12:13 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by Alex4mula:
  Found out that somehow I overwrote over my 3800 swap log file when restoring some backup after a HD failure  |
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Ouch!!!! That really sucks..... I am sorry to hear that. I am SO scared something like that will happen sometime, that I backup my stuff like that to my free space on Google Drive.
| quote | Originally posted by Pete Matos:
That Transmission paint job looks great. I hope to be doing the same thing at some point soon. I could probably help you with that exhaust once my stuff is out of storage too I need to find the local supplier of argon and whatnot. I would probably try to make it entirely from stainless tube. We are in West Palm Beach now while we are house hunting.
Pete
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That sounds fantastic! I hope the house hunting is going well. If you need any information or help with something from a local, feel free to drop me a message on here or at my screen name here on the forum @gmail..com.
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JohnWPB
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MAR 31, 09:11 AM
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Olejoedad just texted me another picture of an exhaust system. Very similar but it looks much easier to manufacture.
It uses a muffler from a Camaro.
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Alex4mula
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MAR 31, 09:46 AM
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Found a gem for you. Couple videos too. Look here: Magnaflow 14277 install in a 3800sc by Alex4mula
http://www.fiero.nl/forum/Forum2/HTML/121048.html
PS: Picture above is not showing.[This message has been edited by Alex4mula (edited 03-31-2016).]
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wftb
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MAR 31, 09:53 AM
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If you go on to the website frozen boost .com they have a selection of stainless steel bends and straight pipe in all kinds of sizes . Just buy the bends you need and take it to your exhaust guy to weld up to your muffler .All mandrel bent , in thick or thin stainless steel . I got the thick steel , even though it is heavier it is much easier to weld .My exhaust is minimal so the extra weight amounted to about 4 lbs .
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olejoedad
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MAR 31, 10:21 AM
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Bends are also available from Jegs and Summit at better prices.
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JohnWPB
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MAR 31, 08:14 PM
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Very cool... I have lots of info to get going on the exhaust system now! This is a part that I knew NOTHING about or where to even begin. I ordered a couple rolls of exhaust hi-temp wrap from Amazon today.
I also received another package in the mail today  fierorog's motor and transmission mounts:
I started assembling the engine this afternoon, so far just the heads are on. I looked all over the place to get the torque specs for the head bolts, and found like 4 different contradictory ways of doing it. I got some advice in email on how to do it. I found a diagram of the order to tighten them in, and added the instructions for anyone else needing it:
I think the last major hurdle is going to be the water hose routing.... I will get caught up with everything else before I start to worry about that!
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Pete Matos
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MAR 31, 09:54 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by JohnWPB:
That sounds fantastic! I hope the house hunting is going well. If you need any information or help with something from a local, feel free to drop me a message on here or at my screen name here on the forum @gmail..com.
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Thanks man we have looked at a few so far not found the right one for us but there are many for sale. We are staying at my mom's Condo here in Lake Worth right now and will be until we find our new home. I really appreciate your offer. I would just like to see your build in person some time and maybe chat fiero's. Once I get settled in I am going to try to find a decent one to build myself. This build is looking pretty good man! Peace
Pete
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"May the grins begin when you turn the key and hear the engine roar over your shoulder" ......Gall57 (slightly modified LOL)
Pete Matos
A&N Precision Machine
CNC Machining and prototyping
Port St.Lucie, Florida
A&N Precision Machine on Facebook!
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JohnWPB
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APR 01, 07:11 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Pete Matos:
We are staying at my mom's Condo here in Lake Worth right now...
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SMALL World! I am actually in Lake Worth, and probably just a few minutes from you. I am close to the intersection of Haverhill Road and Lake Worth Road.
I stopped by the GM dealership today, in hopes of getting replacement bolts for the lower intake manifold, as I somehow seemed to have lost them. After looking at an exploded view of the engine, he determined they were 12 of them, and they were 5/16 x 18 and 1 & 1/4" long. They did not have them, but could order them, and have then by next Wednesday. Cost.... $5.76 EACH! That is correct $69.12 for the dozen bolts! I thanked him, and said I needed them this weekend to put an engine together.
I made a run to Home Depot, with my fingers crossed, and no luck... however the guy that was helping me was VERY knowledgeable about the bolts... Go Figure! He sent me to a place 20 minutes away called Florida Bolt. I explained to the guy what I needed, and he walked into the back room, and came out with a dozen grade "A" bolts in his hand. He punched at the computer and then simply said 254. I asked is that the price? He replied yes. I said $2.54 each... he then smiled and replied "No, that is your total for the 12 bolts with tax". Needless to say I was quite happy!
Sure, I know the dealership is high, but that is just ridiculous and should be illegal! $70.00 compared to $2.50......
Anyhow, I have a great new place to get bolts
I got a chance to get the heads bolted and torqued down last night. Today I put the lower intake manifold and valve covers on. I got my first look at how the colors are all going to look together.
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Pete Matos
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APR 01, 11:12 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by JohnWPB:
SMALL World! I am actually in Lake Worth, and probably just a few minutes from you. I am close to the intersection of Haverhill Road and Lake Worth Road.
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Wow no kidding it is a small world. We are staying right near lake worth road LOL. I will PM you here and maybe we can get together sometime and have a drink or something....
Pete
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"May the grins begin when you turn the key and hear the engine roar over your shoulder" ......Gall57 (slightly modified LOL)
Pete Matos
A&N Precision Machine
CNC Machining and prototyping
Port St.Lucie, Florida
A&N Precision Machine on Facebook!
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JohnWPB
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APR 05, 09:42 PM
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Got a PM from Chuck (2002z28ssconv) and he tells me he has the A/C lines I need, Fantastic, I have not researched what all was needed, so that is a huge bonus. Chuck does custom A/C lines for the 3800 swaps, and you can find his mall thread here. He is one of the nicest and most honest vendors to ever grace these forums. I got a text from MstangsBware today saying he has the last part needed to assemble my axle, another plus! Lastly,g I finished painting most of the little parts for the engine today. Things are moving along nicely!
I just totally dread the day I have to take the 2.8 out, and try to put this all in! It is daunting to say the least![This message has been edited by JohnWPB (edited 08-28-2016).]
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