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Trailblazer SS Cam & Valve Spring Swap

A few notes before starting – a standard cam install includes not only the cam, but also installing valve springs and hardened pushrods at the very least. Most cams will require a tune to run also, and larger ones will also require fuel injectors to avoid maxxing out the stock injectors. It is best to check with your vendor and

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Recalibrating Speedometer on 1993 Camaro / Firebird Trans Am

Unfortunately, recalibrating the speedometer on a 1993 F-Body (Camaro Firebird, Trans Am) cannot be done with tuning. For these cars we recommend a Dakota Digital SGI-5. Installing of one of these boxes is not very complicated. To start, remove the passenger side kick panel (where your right foot would sit against if you were sitting in the passenger seat).  Its

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LED Interior Modifications (4th Gen F-body)

This install is based on a 2000 Z28. There are basically two ways to swap to LED lights for interior. The easy way, and the harder way. The harder way consists of buying your own LEDs and appropriate resistors, soldering them together, and then soldering them into the bulb holders. If you do this, it would be a pain to

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10 Bolt Gear Swap (f-body)

10 Bolt Gear Swap (4th Gen F-body) I wrote this how-to as a guide to help anyone through this process. I am performing the install on a 1993 Firebird Formula, and while all 4th gen f-bodies came equipped with GM’s 10 bolt rear end, there are a few changes from year to year (mostly in the differential itself). Before performing

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C5 Corvette Engine Removal From Underneath

C5 Corvette Engine Removal       This article includes some notes for dropping the engine from the bottom with a two post lift. You will set the engine cradle on a dolly (or some other kind of support), as one full assembly. I purchased this particular car as a project; it had a bottom end knock. It also needed

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4th Generation F-body Engine Removal From Underneath

Engine Removal From Underneath (4th Generation F-body) This how-to is meant as a guideline for removing your engine from the bottom of your fourth generation f-body. This removal is being performed on a 1999 Firebird Formula A4; since f-bodies have remained very similar from 93-02, you can adapt this how-to to suit your own needs. I am using a lift

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LS2 TBSS Intake Replacement Instructions

Trailblazer SS (6.0L LS2) Intake Manifold Install Tools needed: 3/8” drive ratchet Extensions 4mm, 8mm, 10mm, 15mm socket Pliers Flat tip screw driver Fuel line disconnect tool Rag Disconnect the battery (8mm) Remove the engine cover by unscrewing the wingnut on the top Disconnect the air intake at the throttle body. It’s really only necessary to remove the 90 degree

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Trailblazer ss mods

Trailblazer SS Modification Guide

Trailblazer SS Modification Guide This Trailblazer SS Modification Guide from PCM of NC provides a comprehensive walkthrough for enhancing the performance of the Chevrolet ‘TBSS’ (2006-2009). It covers essential mods such as installing a new camshaft, valve springs, and hardened pushrods, along with recommendations for tuning and potentially upgrading fuel injectors. The guide also offers detailed steps and tips for

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Fourth Generation V8 Camaro/Firebird Modification Guide

4th Gen Camaro and Firebird Mod Guide Arguably one of the most popular street cars, the fourth generation f-body makes an excellent platform for modifications. The upside to having been around since 1998 is that there are practically unlimited aftermarket parts available. A stock f-body in and of itself is a well-rounded vehicle. For the price tag, they are hard

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