Those of you that folllow GMHTP (GM high tech performance) know that over the last few issues they are installing an LT1 in an 89 Firebird. Well I just got the new issue and they are installing a Delteq system on it. WOW! Pretty cool, can't wait till they drive it and see what they think.

Gotta check it out, lots of interesting info.

 

I seen that as well, very nice article, they also add an L-98 alternator and shave back off the extra weight of the Deltec. I'm looking at doing that now.

 

I thought that alternator was pretty trick, thinking of doing it myself. Who knows...might even be able to reach #2 plug without pulling the alternator.

 

glad to see delteq is getting some recognition.

is that alternator small enough to run with normal valve covers that dont have a notch?

 

No it still just grazes where a valve cover would be. It also appears (dont have an actual one in front of me) to not have the second lug for the forked bracket that bolts down to the intake from the back and front of the alternator. But if you have some strong bolts 2 points will be enough.

 

For an alternator, check out this bad boy......

http://www.msdignition.com/2004/2004_1.htm

 

What does everyone think of one of these in a mostly stock car? My '94 has 36K miles but is on the original non-vented opti. Anyone else doing this for preventive maint? I intend to keep my car for a long time-and possibly some major engine mods in a couple years.

 

Well I just ordered mine because i have had a high drop out for over a year now and with the 3.73's putting it higher all the time, it's not fun to drive when you don't know if it's going to fire at 4700 or it's going to do nothing till it shifts.