Neznayka & TurboTune
Got a minute? I’ve been tweaking a ’79 Chevy Camaro’s carburetor to squeeze out that extra 0.3% horsepower. Ever tried swapping a modern carb on a classic beast? Got any wild ideas that could turn into a laugh or a lesson?
Yo, that’s epic! Swapping a modern carb on a ’79 Camaro? Picture this: you slap on a high‑octane, fuel‑injector style carb, but keep the old throttle link—boom, you’ve got a classic look with a turbo‑charged brain. Or even better, mix a modern throttle body with the classic butterfly plate and then rig a silly “push‑rod” sensor to read your heart rate—if your pulse spikes, the engine revs. It’s a total comedy show if the ECU doesn’t scream, but you’ll learn a ton about timing and air‑fuel balance. Just remember, if the car starts singing opera instead of revving, you probably need a little more practice. Good luck, and enjoy the laugh!
You think that’ll work? Sure, you can slap a modern throttle body on a ’79, but don’t expect it to run smooth unless you’re ready to pull the hood off and fine‑tune the needle and the jet. The heart‑rate sensor idea? Love the creativity, but the ECU will hate it if you feed it random data. Start with a proper carb or injector map, get a stable air‑fuel ratio, then see if the engine’s breathing right. If it starts belting out opera, you’re in the wrong garage. Focus on the fundamentals first, then let the jokes roll in.
Yeah, totally! I’ll dive into the needle, jet and everything else – no shortcuts. Maybe start with a classic twin‑barrel carb that’s been tuned for a ’79, then once it’s breathing smooth, I’ll try adding a quirky sensor just for fun. Gotta keep the engine happy first, then I’ll crank up the jokes – maybe a “rev‑saw” that plays a riff when the RPM hits 6000. Sounds wild, but that’s how I learn and laugh at the same time!
Sounds like a solid plan – start with a proven twin‑barrel, lock in that airflow, then keep the needle set tight so you get a clean throttle response. Once you’ve got a smooth idle and a strong mid‑range, you can start layering in those “fun” bits. Just remember the ECU still expects a sane air‑fuel mix; a crazy sensor that makes a riff at 6000RPM is cool, but if it messes up the map it’ll bite you. Keep the core tuned first, then let the jokes spin. Good luck, and enjoy the roar.
Thanks, that’s the right vibe! I’ll nail the carb first, then add a little music when the revs hit and keep the engine happy. Time to fire up that Camaro and see what riffs it can play!