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- Thread starter S4Vince
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grahamstein
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yes these will work, i think there has been a thread or two about this recently, dont be too suprised if someone tells you to use the search.
This is in the FAQ to your left <---------
Since you could not find it I will post it for you
Engine
Transmission
Turbo and Wastegate
Intercooler
Suspension
Detailing
SyTy FAQ
If you would like to add anything to this FAQ please email me and I will do my best to get it posted. Thanks
G e n e r a l
Question Answer
What websites should I remember? Check the 'links' page to the left. Everything is there.
What chips are available for my truck? For aftermarket chips. ATR is ok if you run stock boost. But a 3bar chip is better.
What is a 3Bar chip? A 3Bar chip allows the ECM to read and tune for up to 30psi, instead of the stock 2Bar which only reads 15psi.
Do I have to do anything special to run a 3Bar chip? Yes, you will need a 3Bar MAP sensor from an 89 Turbo Trans AM. GM part #16040749
What size is the spare tire on a Syclone? Firehawk FTX 225 60-15
What size is the spare tire on a Typhoon? 16X4 T145/80R16
What are the specs of Syty Rims? Bolt Pattern - 5x4.75 in. or 5x120.65mm.
Stock rim - 16x8.
Stock Offsets - 41mm. front, 13mm. rear.
Front wheel offset inboard 1.75 inches, backspace 6.25 inches
Rear wheel offset inboard 0.66 inches, backspace 5.16 inches
What are the specs of other rims that fit SyTy's? ZR1 Sizes are:
17x9.5 - 56mm offset/7.4 backspacing - Front, for 88-96 Corvette -
17x9.5 - 38mm/6.7 backspacing - Back, for 84-87 Corvette -
17x11 - 50mm/7.93 backspacing, Back, for 88-96 Corvette.
What number Syclone or Typhoon do I own? Syclones - Last 4 of the VIN is the # truck you have.
Typhoons - Last 4 aren't production #'s but the syty community has accepted them as truck numbers
I g n i t i o n
Question Answer
What spark plugs should I use? AC Delco part Number CR42TS gapped to .032-.035. It must be this number. R42TS or CR43TS are not the correct ones.
Are there any other plugs that I can use? Yes. NGK UR6-stock & TR6-Vortec heads
What should my timing be set at? and is there anything special I have to do to check it? zero degrees, there is a brown wire under the carpet where the passengers foot would rest, disconnect it.
What cap and rotor do I use? Conrad cap and rotor #DR2012G (AutoZone carries them)
What are the best wires to use? Go here to see what people like best.
My Tach keeps fluttering What causes this? Telltale Ignition problems. Do tune up with the above listed products.
TOP
F u e l i n g
Is there an upgraded Fuel Pump that I should buy? Yes, Walbro 255 LPH High Pressure from Ron's Website
Is the 7th injector from ATR any good? Not for our applications. It is better to install bigger Injectors.
What is base Fuel Pressure? Base is read by removing and plugging the vacuum line hooked to the Fuel Pressure Regulator.
How do I adjust my fuel pressure? You will need an adjustable one from either ATR, Kenne Bell or Tony DeQuick. Their are others out there too.
Check here to see what people like best.
What should my base fuel pressure be set to? 2 Bar MAP sensor - base of 45psi
3 Bar MAP sensor - base of 50psi
What is the difference between a 2 and 3 Bar MAP sensor? 2 Bar MAP sensor - Reads up to 15psi
3 Bar MAP sensor - Reads up to 30psi
TOP
E n g i n e
Are the replacement 4.3L's that the dealers are installing the same as the syty's? NO.. someone give me some info here.
What rods and pistons should I use in my new engine? info please
Sometimes when I start the truck I hear a clicking noise and it won't start. What is this? How can I fix it? That is called "starter click". The starter solenoid engages but doesn't spin. This is very common in S-Series trucks. Replace the Purple wire that connects to the solenoid with a thicker gauge and for extra protection put heat shielding around it.
TOP
T r a n s m i s s i o n
What is the stock stall speed of torque converter? about 2100
Is there an upgraded converter that I can get? Yes, 9/11 from ??? info please.
TOP
T u r b o & W a s t e g a t e
TOP
I n t e r c o o l e r
My stock I/C pump is dead is there a replacement? Yes, The Jabsco is a direct replacement or a Shurflo can be installed with some modification. Click here to see the install.
TOP
S u s p e n s i o n
Who makes rear sway bars for SyTy's? Suspension Techniques, Addco or ATR
My front end is shot. Where can I get new bushings? PST or Energy Suspension
What are the Alignment Specs for SyTY's? Check here for stock and "enhanced" specs
TOP
Since you could not find it I will post it for you
Engine
Transmission
Turbo and Wastegate
Intercooler
Suspension
Detailing
SyTy FAQ
If you would like to add anything to this FAQ please email me and I will do my best to get it posted. Thanks
G e n e r a l
Question Answer
What websites should I remember? Check the 'links' page to the left. Everything is there.
What chips are available for my truck? For aftermarket chips. ATR is ok if you run stock boost. But a 3bar chip is better.
What is a 3Bar chip? A 3Bar chip allows the ECM to read and tune for up to 30psi, instead of the stock 2Bar which only reads 15psi.
Do I have to do anything special to run a 3Bar chip? Yes, you will need a 3Bar MAP sensor from an 89 Turbo Trans AM. GM part #16040749
What size is the spare tire on a Syclone? Firehawk FTX 225 60-15
What size is the spare tire on a Typhoon? 16X4 T145/80R16
What are the specs of Syty Rims? Bolt Pattern - 5x4.75 in. or 5x120.65mm.
Stock rim - 16x8.
Stock Offsets - 41mm. front, 13mm. rear.
Front wheel offset inboard 1.75 inches, backspace 6.25 inches
Rear wheel offset inboard 0.66 inches, backspace 5.16 inches
What are the specs of other rims that fit SyTy's? ZR1 Sizes are:
17x9.5 - 56mm offset/7.4 backspacing - Front, for 88-96 Corvette -
17x9.5 - 38mm/6.7 backspacing - Back, for 84-87 Corvette -
17x11 - 50mm/7.93 backspacing, Back, for 88-96 Corvette.
What number Syclone or Typhoon do I own? Syclones - Last 4 of the VIN is the # truck you have.
Typhoons - Last 4 aren't production #'s but the syty community has accepted them as truck numbers
I g n i t i o n
Question Answer
What spark plugs should I use? AC Delco part Number CR42TS gapped to .032-.035. It must be this number. R42TS or CR43TS are not the correct ones.
Are there any other plugs that I can use? Yes. NGK UR6-stock & TR6-Vortec heads
What should my timing be set at? and is there anything special I have to do to check it? zero degrees, there is a brown wire under the carpet where the passengers foot would rest, disconnect it.
What cap and rotor do I use? Conrad cap and rotor #DR2012G (AutoZone carries them)
What are the best wires to use? Go here to see what people like best.
My Tach keeps fluttering What causes this? Telltale Ignition problems. Do tune up with the above listed products.
TOP
F u e l i n g
Is there an upgraded Fuel Pump that I should buy? Yes, Walbro 255 LPH High Pressure from Ron's Website
Is the 7th injector from ATR any good? Not for our applications. It is better to install bigger Injectors.
What is base Fuel Pressure? Base is read by removing and plugging the vacuum line hooked to the Fuel Pressure Regulator.
How do I adjust my fuel pressure? You will need an adjustable one from either ATR, Kenne Bell or Tony DeQuick. Their are others out there too.
Check here to see what people like best.
What should my base fuel pressure be set to? 2 Bar MAP sensor - base of 45psi
3 Bar MAP sensor - base of 50psi
What is the difference between a 2 and 3 Bar MAP sensor? 2 Bar MAP sensor - Reads up to 15psi
3 Bar MAP sensor - Reads up to 30psi
TOP
E n g i n e
Are the replacement 4.3L's that the dealers are installing the same as the syty's? NO.. someone give me some info here.
What rods and pistons should I use in my new engine? info please
Sometimes when I start the truck I hear a clicking noise and it won't start. What is this? How can I fix it? That is called "starter click". The starter solenoid engages but doesn't spin. This is very common in S-Series trucks. Replace the Purple wire that connects to the solenoid with a thicker gauge and for extra protection put heat shielding around it.
TOP
T r a n s m i s s i o n
What is the stock stall speed of torque converter? about 2100
Is there an upgraded converter that I can get? Yes, 9/11 from ??? info please.
TOP
T u r b o & W a s t e g a t e
TOP
I n t e r c o o l e r
My stock I/C pump is dead is there a replacement? Yes, The Jabsco is a direct replacement or a Shurflo can be installed with some modification. Click here to see the install.
TOP
S u s p e n s i o n
Who makes rear sway bars for SyTy's? Suspension Techniques, Addco or ATR
My front end is shot. Where can I get new bushings? PST or Energy Suspension
What are the Alignment Specs for SyTY's? Check here for stock and "enhanced" specs
TOP