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Forum: Exhaust
04-18-2024, 08:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,743
Posted By GTA1990

Re: The beginnings of my 3” dual exhaust

thanks, appreciate that
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-15-2024, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 281
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Driver Qual 91 Trans Am T5 Vortec Hotcam Pro Flo XT in UK London!

Indeed it is. My partner is not impressed, mentioning the thermal qualities of PVC. I’ve got some aluminium and ss piping on order
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-14-2024, 10:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 281
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Driver Qual 91 Trans Am T5 Vortec Hotcam Pro Flo XT in UK London!

Thanks both. Yeah has been a process to get the parts together but overall the large US speed shops and rockauto do support their international customers which I’m grateful for

Nice to see another...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-13-2024, 01:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 281
Posted By GTA1990

Driver Qual 91 Trans Am T5 Vortec Hotcam Pro Flo XT in UK London!

Fellow thirdgenners!

after purchasing a basket case of a trans am in 2016, whose exhaust fell off on the journey home and that soon had a head gasket failure in 2017 on its second track day under...
Forum: Exhaust
04-12-2024, 12:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,743
Posted By GTA1990

Re: The beginnings of my 3” dual exhaust

Ty. I can’t see me having more than 400hp in the near term. Curious about the vette rear suspension but here in Greater London anything less than 10cm of ground clearance risks scraping
Forum: Exhaust
04-11-2024, 03:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,743
Posted By GTA1990

Re: The beginnings of my 3” dual exhaust

looks like a precise installation. Curious, what's the ground clearance from the lowest point (perhaps as it goes under the rear differential?)
Forum: Exhaust
04-08-2024, 08:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 608
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Hooker vs Hedman (89 IROC)

clean tuck on that exhaust by the fender area Sir. My hedman y-pipe that I've had a 3inch 90deg bend added to hangs down embarrassingly low. Hopefully the GFX (91 TA) will help with the shame
Forum: Cooling
02-20-2024, 03:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 133
Posted By GTA1990

Coolant pressure test - bleeds and holds at 15psi

Hey team thirdgen

ironing out some I hope near final kinks to get my 91 TA confidently back on the road. Recap its a crate L31 that has barely break in mileage. Have been observing coolant...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-07-2024, 03:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,600
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Watch out for KYB Excel-G shocks

Most profound thing I’ve read on thirdgen in recent times. Optional elaboration of ‘buy twice, cry thrice as hard’
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-31-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,004
Posted By GTA1990

Re: how to determine optimal AFR for mild L31on

Thanks both, good points

didnt think about atmospheric variables which is fair. For a non professional working best efforts, I suppose that translates to same day, broadly similar weather and same...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-31-2023, 08:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,004
Posted By GTA1990

Re: how to determine optimal AFR for mild L31

thanks Sofa - yes looking for learned thoughts on indicators for best AFR, as opposed to asking for views on what it should be for my setup (though, happy to hear from people with similar setups)
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-31-2023, 05:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,004
Posted By GTA1990

how to determine optimal AFR for mild L31

fellow thirdgenners

l31 with a lT4 hot cam and Edelbrock pro flo XT. Running a WBo2 and the EBL P4. New build. I have it currently targeting 13.5 AFR and which has worked well whilst ironing out...
Forum: Body
12-25-2023, 02:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 805
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Crooked door?

What I don’t follow about adjusting the striker, is then isn’t the bottom half of the door (that sits flush with the quarter) going to be recessed?

seems to me like the upper part of the door...
Forum: Body
12-24-2023, 04:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 805
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Crooked door?

very similar observation on my car - 91 Trans Am. Doors also look to be original (green metallic being a pretty rare colour and the stickers on the door matching up)

Sort of get the build quality...
Forum: Brakes
11-05-2023, 04:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 675
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Corvette calipers, LS1 Camaros rotors/ pads compatibility

so just finished fettling and most of the noise seems gone.

rattle clips seemed loose and the bolts for the Caliper guide pins seemed to have loosened up. The passenger engine mount bolt also was...
Forum: Brakes
11-03-2023, 01:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 675
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Corvette calipers, LS1 Camaros rotors/ pads compatibility

Thanks team

have ebc green stuff pads and discs. It’s possible there may be a manufacturing defect with them, but otherwise I understand these to be a decent enough brand and street pads

Yeah I...
Forum: Brakes
11-01-2023, 01:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 675
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Corvette calipers, LS1 Camaros rotors/ pads compatibility

Thanks both

the noise did take me to suspension and mounts. All bushes, end links, top mounts, steering joints, are all new and I’ve double checked torque. Also cannot see any clear witness marks...
Forum: Brakes
10-29-2023, 11:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 675
Posted By GTA1990

Corvette calipers, LS1 Camaros rotors/ pads compatibility

annoying clunk (sounds like metal to metal) when driving over potholes, speed bumps and the like. Car (91 Trans Am WS6) has pretty much all new front end suspension and steering parts and all seems...
Forum: Exhaust
10-29-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,972
Posted By GTA1990

re: Single vs. Dual pipe exhaust flow, which is better?

have a link or episode number? Have the MT subscription but can't see to find this episode

thanks
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-19-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 303
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Testing AFR gauges and sensors

agreed solid watch. Also surprised leaks did not make a mahoosive difference
Forum: Car Audio
10-19-2023, 02:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 850
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Speakers: What size and where? Best bang 4 your buck, AND effort.

not much to add from me other than I concur that its the thirdgen packaging that leaves a lot on the table. I have some fairly good JBL 6x9s and 4x6s with some added sound deadener around the mating...
Forum: Members Firebirds
09-30-2023, 02:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 747
Posted By GTA1990

Re: 1987 Firebird DD

good stuff :thumbsup:. Can relate to getting stuck into projects on my car that I'd never thought to take on in years prior, with thanks to the various threads on this site but also the various...
Forum: Exhaust
09-03-2023, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 883
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Misfire and lean after larger exhaust

Right spent some time with the car today. Of all things, turned out the map sensor had come loose. It’s a TPI sensor that I’ve sort of rigged to the after market intake. EBL was showing 93kpa with it...
Forum: Exhaust
08-30-2023, 06:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 883
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Misfire and lean after larger exhaust

thanks Ultm8z and fair. I actually had the spark plugs out and distributor off for a recent oil pan change. I did check these (and rechecked the position of the distributor and timing) including wire...
Forum: Exhaust
08-29-2023, 03:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 883
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Misfire and lean after larger exhaust

I won’t rule it out and might explain the leaner afr but perhaps not the rough running (given it’s running open loop). Headers to engine are certainly snugged up with some new fel pro gaskets but yep...
Forum: Exhaust
08-29-2023, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 883
Posted By GTA1990

Misfire and lean after larger exhaust

hi team. Hoping for some thoughts on what might be causing a rough running state after a relatively mild exhaust upgrade

L31 lt4 hot cam with a pro flo xt and headman shorties to a now modified 3...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-30-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 274
Posted By GTA1990

Changing sump with engine in car t5 l31. My experience

Vortec L31 with a pro flo xt intake and a t5 transmission. Jack had slipped from k member and sent the steering bar into the sump. Dent was maybe a half inch in but across the sump. Despite it being...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
05-06-2023, 12:25 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 74,060
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Aftermarket Cold Air Intake

almost exactly the look I achieved. I think B&Q is the UK equivalent of Lowes (frustratingly no discount for conscientious objectors). I now have gold reflective tape on the grey pipe; white bends...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-11-2023, 12:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 248
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Timing mechanical vs SA timing tables for base

Running a pro flo xt so yep more air than a stock TPI. It’s a sight stumble but don’t believe there’s a lean pop (was having these with bad IAC wiring (stuck open) so somewhat familiar with the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2023, 02:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 248
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Timing mechanical vs SA timing tables for base

thanks both. Yes I have the EBL P4 on VE learn (narrowband) and it has pulled quite a bit of fuel out which is of course unsurprising given the cam and I also have 30lb injectors (i've set my bin to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 248
Posted By GTA1990

Timing mechanical vs SA timing tables for base

101 question as I try to improve how my L31 Hotcam'd firebird is running. I've set the base timing to 10 deg BTDC with a timing light and the EST connector disconnected and updated the relevant...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2023, 01:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 684
Posted By GTA1990

Re: mixed valve locks/ keepers

Thanks Sofa

yes it doesn’t seem these actually are offset locks and visually it doesn’t look like a significant difference.

okay I’ll park changing that odd valve lock for now; plenty of other...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2023, 04:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 684
Posted By GTA1990

mixed valve locks/ keepers

Random shade tree question. Whilst chasing an inconsistent idle, I've identified that one of the keepers/ locks for the valves is different to all the others. Vortec L31 engine that I've done the...
Forum: Electronics
02-13-2023, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,830
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Innovate LC-2 Wideband Installation Guide

Likewise thanks for taking the time with this

Two quick questions: was there an EBL drop down config for the lc2 wideband or did you have to adjust the lc2 signal output using the innovate...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
02-06-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 475
Posted By GTA1990

Re: side marker retaining clips

That would be great Firebirddude. Feel free to PM me what you want for them incl. shipping and can from there. I have PayPal
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
02-05-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 475
Posted By GTA1990

Re: side marker retaining clips

Thanks. Do you have a link or the term I should search for. Having a scan myself and not finding those specific clips.

https://www.oerparts.com/product/9799509.html
Forum: Electronics
02-05-2023, 06:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 311
Posted By GTA1990

Re: 91 trans am front (bumper) turn signal socket

apols for the delay and didn't want to leave this thread hanging

Only just got to look at the car today and VortecIroc, you're onto something as the connectors for the tail light indicators and...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
02-05-2023, 06:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 475
Posted By GTA1990

side marker retaining clips

Hi Team.

After a set of the metal prong things that hold side marker lenses to the fenders. 2 per side, 4 in total.

I'm based in the UK (London) and happy to pay the going shipping rate. Don't...
Forum: Electronics
01-15-2023, 11:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 311
Posted By GTA1990

Re: 91 trans am front (bumper) turn signal socket

That’s right; front bumper turn/ parking socket

The link you shared are all for the rear I believe
Forum: Electronics
01-15-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 311
Posted By GTA1990

91 trans am front (bumper) turn signal socket

I think mine might be passed it and only finding a relatively pricey ls-6 Delco option on rockauto.

not that surprising given it was a two year only deal but just wanted to double check if anyone...
Forum: Electronics
12-17-2022, 03:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 584
Posted By GTA1990

Re: BraveTECH - Firebird Retrofit High Output LED Fog Lights (Bolt-On, Plug N Play)

also interested in the 91-92 trans am foglights. Mine are both rusty and not great donors (I'm also in the UK) and replacements on ebay are few and far
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-06-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,217
Posted By GTA1990

Re: [Youtube] Camaro IROC Rehab

def good to see a thirdgen being represented. Was hoping for a bit more than a derivative format and content though. But its a good start and want to encourage it
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-30-2022, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 812
Posted By GTA1990

Re: how notchy should a T5 be with the engine off

coming back to this after months of battling first start / break in issues

long story short car initially did not go into gear when running and would grind if forced. Well, after weeks then months...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-17-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 301
Posted By GTA1990

Stock space between centre link and oil cooler lines

Grateful if someone has this measurement to hand to post it

I have a 91 TA with a L31 fitted by me on stock engine mounts. I put the engine oil cooler from the 305 tpi that came out and it...
Forum: Electronics
07-30-2022, 08:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Turn signal and gauges issue

OMG. So turned out the gauge connectors were in the wrong locations - white one was at the bottom instead of at the top. On correcting all is well; well my left turn indicator doesn't work but that...
Forum: Electronics
07-26-2022, 11:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 356
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Help identifying three thick purple wires under dash (pic enclosed)

Thanks and interesting. So this is different to the clutch safety switch (which works)?
Forum: Electronics
07-26-2022, 04:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 356
Posted By GTA1990

Help identifying three thick purple wires under dash (pic enclosed)

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/1f70e84c_5716_4536_9ccf_687ecf41adea_d90f43e1034eec7bcbc140c3ac551f6e7b7c8989.jpeg
As above. Looks like some butchery going on here...
Forum: Electronics
07-26-2022, 04:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By GTA1990

Re: Turn signal and gauges issue

Yeah guess I’ll be probing the turn signal circuits this weekend. Urgh…
Forum: Electronics
07-25-2022, 01:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By GTA1990

Turn signal and gauges issue

Hi all

Car is a 91 trans am. On ignition the right turn signal is lit and the gauges (volts, oil pressure) move slightly but way lower than expected. On switching on the hazards the gauges then...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-03-2022, 06:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 812
Posted By GTA1990

Re: how notchy should a T5 be with the engine off

Thanks. Yep difficult to get into gear. Has a short shifter aswel which I suppose wouldn’t help. Will be doing the mentioned clutch test next weekend to see if it’s grabbing with the pedal fully down...
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