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Forum: Convertibles
10-22-2022, 09:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 787
Posted By 88 vert guy

Who made the original black canvas factory top in 1988?

Good morning everyone

I'm getting the itch to start working on my car again and want to replace my original black canvas top.
Does anyone here know which company made the original black canvas...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-24-2021, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 285
Posted By 88 vert guy

Can anyone help? Trans mount question

Hi all,
Would anyone be able to show a pic of an original trans mount from an 1988 IROC with 5-spd manual, either mounted or removed from car, but known to be the original?
I'm not sure if the one...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-13-2021, 09:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 423
Posted By 88 vert guy

[MI] NOS 1987 Camaro CONV. Door Jamb Seal 12331781 ULTRA RARE!

For your consideration is a new old stock F-body CONVERTIBLE RH door jamb seal.
Part number 12331781
ONE YEAR ONLY....1987.....ULTRA RARE
This could also work on 1988 - 1992, but have no way to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-03-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 248
Posted By 88 vert guy

Can anyone show me the correct trans mount?

Hi All,

Have a favor to ask to those with an unmolested IROC....
Can anyone show me what a correct FACTORY trans mount looks like for a 1988 IROC-Z with LB9 5.0L TPI + MK6 5-spd manual trans?...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-28-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By 88 vert guy

NOS Trans Am GTA Lace Wheel!! Make Offer

Offered is (1) BRAND NEW Trans Am / GTA gold lace wheel!

PM me your best offer over $375. Shipping weight is 23lbs and will be extra.

...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-22-2017, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,087
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: NOS Camaro IROC Parts Wanted

Thanks.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-18-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,087
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: NOS Camaro IROC Parts Wanted

Yes, genuine GM NOS everything. :)

Engine/Trans…anything that could be needed for a professional rebuild, and also chassis parts

Interior…med-grey custom cloth, convertible

Body parts….none ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-16-2017, 12:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,087
Posted By 88 vert guy

NOS Camaro IROC Parts Wanted

Does anyone have genuine GM NOS parts for a 1988 Iroc with 5.0L tuned port code "LB9" engine w/manual trans?

Looking for EVERYTHING including bolts, nuts, sensors, etc.

Please send me your pics...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
04-16-2017, 12:22 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 636
Posted By 88 vert guy

NOS Camaro Convertible Parts Wanted

Looking for these NOS only parts for conv with med-grey interior:


Driver seat belt, med-grey
Front seat belt buckles
Rear seat belts
Rear seat sail panels
Rear speaker covers

Also...
Forum: Electronics
09-13-2016, 05:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 413
Posted By 88 vert guy

Mass Air Flow (MAF) Diagnosis Question

Hi All,

Hopefully someone out there that can address my question......

If I have a 1988 MAF out of the car, is it possible to check it with a meter of some sort to know if it's good or bad? I...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-29-2016, 05:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 993
Posted By 88 vert guy

NOS 1983-85 Z-28/Trans Am Exhaust & Crossover Pipes !!

Up for grabs is an INCREDIBLY RARE RPO Code L69 NOS Exhaust Pipe and Crossover Pipe Set !!!

This is a genuine NOS cross-over pipe and intermediate pipe set for a 1983-85 Camaro/Firebird equipped...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-24-2016, 08:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,624
Posted By 88 vert guy

NEW GENUINE NOS Y-Pipe & I-Pipe for L69 305G !!

Up for grabs is an INCREDIBLY RARE RPO Code L69 NOS Exhaust Y-Pipe and I-Pipe Set !!!

This is a genuine NOS Y-Pipe (cross-over pipe) and I-Pipe (intermediate "exhaust" pipe) set for a 1983-85...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-17-2016, 08:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 889
Posted By 88 vert guy

Reman 1988-90 Iroc Wheels

Hi everyone:

Has anyone out there had their 16 x 8 wheels CNC remachined and refinished?
I'm looking to get this done to my wheels, but afraid that I'll get a "hack" job.

Has anyone been down...
Forum: Brakes
03-26-2016, 10:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,716
Posted By 88 vert guy

Rear Disc Brake Pad Help

Hello Everyone:

Question: Are the pads below correct for a 1988 IROC with RPO code J65?
Or are they for 1LE or Corvette?
Thanks!
...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-26-2016, 09:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 910
Posted By 88 vert guy

Aluminum Wheel Restoration

Hi everyone:

Has anyone out there had their 16 x 8 wheels CNC remachined and refinished?
I'm looking to get this done to my '88 IROC wheels, but quite nervous that I'll get a "hack" job. I see...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-19-2016, 11:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,481
Posted By 88 vert guy

1988 Iroc NOS Parts Wanted - ANY

Looking for ANY original GM / Delco NOS parts to fit a 1988 IROC Convertible.

Engine/Drivetrain, Interior or Exterior

I'm ready to purchase with Paypal for the right part & price.

Please...
Forum: Convertibles
03-19-2016, 10:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,270
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Looking to buy a 1988 Convertible IROC

Caddyescalade, I have an '88 IROC Conv with 5-spd + 3.45 rear end. By many metrics, this car cannot compete with many of the newer cars today and many that came before it, but I could care less...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-16-2014, 08:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 265
Posted By 88 vert guy

MK6 Trans Mount Question

Does anyone have pics of an original factory 5-Spd trans mount for a 1988 Z-28? On the car or off the car will work, but prefer off the car.

I'm trying to locate an NOS factor mount, but F-Body...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-09-2014, 08:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,968
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: parting out 5 cars 89 gta,92 firebird,89 firebird, and 2 88 camaros

Do you have any arm rests that have the cover that hides the torx head screw? (by the door handle). Need medium grey ones that arent peeling from the core.

How about a 305 Tuned Port set up? ...
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-28-2014, 10:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,346
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Fuel Injector Interchangeability

Southbay,

So you're saying the Rochester Products ("RP") injectors (I presume that's what RP stand for) are not manufatured by Bosch, but instead by Multec?

I had a fuel leak coming somwhere...
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-27-2014, 10:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,346
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Fuel Injector Interchangeability

Ronny and Southbay, thanks for the replies.

The info I show came straight from a 1982-1992 GM F-body catalog, found here: http://www.gmpartswiki.com/query
Enter 17110872 and scroll down till...
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-27-2014, 05:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,346
Posted By 88 vert guy

Fuel Injector Interchangeability

Someone out there knows the answer.....

For 5.0L TPI, are the 1985-86 Bosch "RP" injectors #11710872 the same as 1987-88 Bosch "RP" code injectors #11711960?

By same, I mean same pressure and...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-10-2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 343
Posted By 88 vert guy

OEM Strut Help Needed

Looking for the front strut part number history from 1988-1992 for Z28 with FE2.

If any of you have the 1990, 1991 or 1992 F-Body part and illustration catalogs, would really appreciate if you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-25-2013, 06:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By 88 vert guy

Fuel Guage Question

Hi Ya'll,

Not sure if this is the right message board for this.... What would be the primary cause of the needle in the fuel gauge not holding steady? Not familiar with fuel systems, but if I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-09-2012, 07:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,582
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Engine Balance Gurus….Flywheel & Clutch Question

Gearshifter......wrong thread?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2012, 05:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,582
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Engine Balance Gurus….Flywheel & Clutch Question

1gary,

Can you explain what you mean by "pin balanced"? Thanks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-01-2012, 10:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,582
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Engine Balance Gurus….Flywheel & Clutch Question

Guys,

Thanks for the feedback. As a piston engineer, I agree with what you’re saying about parts and engine plants… I’m just a little week when it comes to the trans side of things (but now I’m a...
Forum: Convertibles
07-30-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 965
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: What is it?

Did you check inside the console for the sticker with all the RPO codes? If you look underneath your car, you might find a sticker on the rear bumper with the VIN. You got a t5 trans? the VIN is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-30-2012, 08:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,582
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Engine Balance Gurus….Flywheel & Clutch Question

'vette:

I like what you said, but the machine shop I went to (a fairly reputable one in my area) told me I need to know the weight, distance, reference point, blah, blah, blah. Can you provide...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-29-2012, 09:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,582
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Engine Balance Gurus….Flywheel & Clutch Question

Sofa:

????

Dude, no disrespect intended, did I catch you at a bad time?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-29-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,582
Posted By 88 vert guy

Engine Balance Gurus….Flywheel & Clutch Question

I’ve read many of the previous threads and seem to have a handle on all of the Internal vs External balance misunderstandings that are out there. My questions are not about what flywheel to use with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-29-2012, 08:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,131
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Dowel Pins for Bellhousing Question

I have the trans out for a clutch replacement. Getting the bellhousing off was a b***h! The dowels are rusty and want to replace them.

Does anyone know the recommended thread sealant to use on...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,131
Posted By 88 vert guy

Dowel Pins for Bellhousing Question

Has anyone tried to remove the two 5/8" taped dowel pins at the rear face of cylinder block that the Bellhousing fits over? Is this hard to do? Any special tools needed?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-21-2012, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,643
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Rear Main Seal Question

Atilla, for some reason, you reply didnt show at the time I responded to Vetteoz. In answer to your "why am I a glutton for punishment?" question, I already have the trans an flywheel out for a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,643
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Rear Main Seal Question

Vetteoz, I have my T5 and flywheel out and I'm basically seeing same thing as your photo. I have oil leakage, but not as much as in the photos. My goal is to replace all seals before putting the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,643
Posted By 88 vert guy

Rear Main Seal Question

I want to replace the gasket behind the rear main seal retainer housing. The GM service manual states the oil pan must be removed in order to remove the retainer. I have a 1988 with 1-piece...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-15-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 336
Posted By 88 vert guy

T-5 Pressure Plate Pics Needed

Looking for a few good photos of an original Pressure Plate/Cover Assembly from a 1988 - 1992 manual trans. Need photos of front and back and a close up of the springs that mate to the throw out...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-14-2012, 08:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 911
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: If you know about flywheels, please read

I would agree, but is this your hunch, or do you know this as a fact?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-14-2012, 06:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 911
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: If you know about flywheels, please read

I assume you meant with the clutch plate sandwiched between them too? And is this a common or uncommon procedure? Wouldn't mind doing that, but outcome probably has a lot to do with the competence of...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-13-2012, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 911
Posted By 88 vert guy

If you know about flywheels, please read

:help:Removed my flywheel to resurface it. When cleaning off the grime, I notice what appears to be broken bolts in two of the unused holes on the perimeter (see attached photos). They are near the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-03-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,403
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Help! Sway Bar Insulators

With the help of the folks at AC Delco, was finally able to get some info on the elusive 23 mm rear sway bar. Below are sections of the original GM blueprints for rear sway bars and bushings (this is...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-01-2012, 09:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,070
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Manual Trans Removal Question

I ended up taking the console out and removing the shifter assy from the top. When you remove the cross member, the trans will tip back (and with it a gush of fluid!), but since I already had the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-01-2012, 08:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,122
Posted By 88 vert guy

Ughh! Cross member Bolts Snapped! Advice Sought

Pulled out my trans to service the clutch and snapped 2 of 4 bolts in the process (see photos below). Having surfed around on TGO, I see that unfortunately this is a common occurrence :mad:. Would’ve...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-31-2012, 11:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 703
Posted By 88 vert guy

Any driveshaft experts out there? Need a little “101”

I pulled my T5 in order to service the clutch. Was surprised by the amount of surface rust on the driveshaft. Are there any do's and dont's for rust removal and finishing a driveshaft? (I know to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-30-2012, 06:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,070
Posted By 88 vert guy

Manual Trans Removal Question

Looking for advice from anyone who’s “been there, done that”…..

I want to remove my transmission in order to service the clutch. Is it possible to lower the gear housing just enough to A) loosen...
Forum: Exhaust
03-30-2012, 05:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 463
Posted By 88 vert guy

OE stock exh system for 82 Z-28 for sale !!

Anyone looking for an original RARE dual muffler cat back exhaust system to restore their '82 Z-28? There is a person in the local detroit area selling a system in great shape on Craigslist. I do...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-29-2012, 07:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 344
Posted By 88 vert guy

Anybody have these?

Does anyone have a 1988 Iroc w/FE2 suspension with the original yellow Bilstein shock absorbers? The originals will have a label showing "Bilstein" and "Delco". There should be an 8-digit P/N stamped...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-22-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 765
Posted By 88 vert guy

Re: Convertible Shock Absorber Replacement

Do I have to remove the side 1/4 trim panels to do this?

Thanks
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-19-2012, 06:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 765
Posted By 88 vert guy

Convertible Shock Absorber Replacement

Has anyone replaced rear shock absorbers on a convertible? All the carpet is glued down and don't want to start pulling it up without knowing where to start. Anyone have any photos of the exposed...
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