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Forum: Interior
03-26-2015, 02:04 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 11,582
Posted By krazefbird

Re: My first interior resto

How much did the interior run you altogether ballpark? And where did you get the overlays for the gauges? Since the speedometer is higher mph, how is that adjusted or is it just correct to begin with?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-26-2015, 01:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,335
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Strange vibration over 55, not tires

I know you said not the tires but I would double check, maybe out of balance? Maybe there is something on the tire itself causing it? Otherwise possible alignment issue? Tie rod? I got no idea...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-17-2015, 01:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,335
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Strange vibration over 55, not tires

Any Luck?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-06-2015, 11:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 932
Posted By krazefbird

Re: 1985 Firebird won't start

I've not had a v-6 but on mine, it has been on the passenger side of the engine at the very front. Replaced on the side of the road in Idaho lol....otherwise I'm not sure where it would be??
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-06-2015, 11:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 932
Posted By krazefbird

Re: 1985 Firebird won't start

That would be my guess since you already changed the fuel filter, should have a clean source of fuel now unless there is something in the carb that is jacked up...Being that it was still in 'running...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-06-2015, 11:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 932
Posted By krazefbird

Re: 1985 Firebird won't start

I would say fuel pump. Since you were still getting it to start and run a little in neutral, sounds like the pump isn't supplying enough gas. Should be pretty cheap....
Forum: Interior
01-06-2015, 10:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,414
Posted By krazefbird

Re: 82 Interiors

It does look good and hey, if going KR style, go all the way!!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-29-2014, 10:06 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,335
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Strange vibration over 55, not tires

ok, but wouldn't a driveshaft or u joint out of balance vibrate at any speed? Just more noticeable over 55? And since he said it came from the front, I would think that would rule out the drive shaft...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-28-2014, 03:03 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,335
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Strange vibration over 55, not tires

[QUOTE=Gumby;5857807] I can run up to 4000+ on take off and nothing, but over 55 it happens, clutch in or out, in N coasting or not.

Your words right there say it all...clutch in or out, neutral...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-26-2014, 11:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,335
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Strange vibration over 55, not tires

I hear ya on the not so much hard braking as no one usually does unless they are road racing the car. But, all it takes is to get a rotor warmed up good and then go through a deep puddle or through...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-25-2014, 07:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,335
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Strange vibration over 55, not tires

I would guess warped rotors on the front. If you did some heavy breaking after the front end rebuild and overheated the rotors, that would be it. Just a thought...
Forum: Exhaust
04-26-2014, 02:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,500
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Louder Exhaust?

SMKN, how did you do true dual exhaust??? All the shops I've gone to say it's not possible...not enough room....it will rattle....won't be happy.... I even mentioned going with two 2 1/4 pipes or two...
Forum: Body
04-21-2014, 11:13 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 12,772
Posted By krazefbird

Re: REAR BUMPER SHAVE

Like the look of this and man, you have done a ton of work!!! Waiting to see pics of the final install.
Forum: Electronics
04-14-2014, 01:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By krazefbird

Re: headlight motor wiring

The wire itself might not be all bad but if you have corrosion at the connector that worked it's way into the wire a little, then that could stop or reduce the voltage that is getting thru. Like on...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-09-2014, 06:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Well, after going thru and looking at numerous different cams and specs and duration and lift and rpm and such...I believe I will end up going with the 262 cam as Sofa first mentioned, as well as...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-07-2014, 08:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Thanks Gary, now I have more homework ha!! But I will read.

Joker, I have been seeing that the L79 has been in mostly the 327's, so would putting it in a 350 make it perform less? Or would it...
Forum: Electronics
04-07-2014, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By krazefbird

Re: headlight motor wiring

Got no idea on that one man...kinda odd that both wires are power but idk???
Forum: Electronics
04-06-2014, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By krazefbird

Re: headlight motor wiring

There might be some broken wires somewhere in there that might not be letting all the current go thru....If you can check the ground with a meter where the wire grounds out and where it connects to...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-06-2014, 08:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

I understand what you are saying Sofa...however, looking at the duration and lift of it compared to the 262, it doesn't seem that much different. Looks a little more aggressive than the 262 to...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-06-2014, 03:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Well, the plan is to order the parts and put all together. So 350 block, then cam/lifter set, and intake. Swap over current heads cuz don't have enough to get new ones right now and then put together...
Forum: Electronics
04-06-2014, 03:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By krazefbird

Re: headlight motor wiring

89...I had/have the same issue on my 84. However, no my bad ground got worse and my lights don't go up or down.... they would be intermittent sometimes for a while and then didn't come up at all...I...
Forum: Exhaust
04-06-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,500
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Louder Exhaust?

I have a single 3 inch to a flowmaster 40 series and then the dual split....sounds pretty good, have gotten quite a few compliments on it...not too loud....Although, I went away from the loudness cuz...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2014, 01:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

and what of the cam I mentioned? It's not the same numbers as the original one at the beginning of the thread...is it any better or still not so much?
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2014, 01:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

So would I be better off just staying with the heads I currently have? Guessing that they are stock 350 heads with 1.94/1.50 and what....76cc?
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2014, 12:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Gotcha....Like I said, just trying to get a little bit of everything...not just the sound. The sound IS what intrigued me and at first I was just looking at the lift numbers....knowing a little more...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2014, 09:05 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Well, I have no way of checking til I actually get back, and I was planning on ordering some parts here in the next month...cam, intake....That way can have the stuff ready and not have to wait on...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2014, 04:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Oh yeah...the trans....I had it put in back in 99/00....The guy that did it said it has a stage 1 shift kit but I am not sure what kind of kit it is and I am not sure of the stall on the converter....
Forum: Engine Swap
04-05-2014, 04:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Yes, however....the 307 gave out on me just before I deployed so am going to have to figure something out when I get back...looking at a 350....buuuuut trying to figure out cheapest/fastest way to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-04-2014, 11:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 822
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Heads? For free!?

Well, at least you know what you gotta do this time!! And hey, if free is what you have to work with then so be it!! Cheap and free isn't fast but it works.... :)
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-04-2014, 11:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 822
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Heads? For free!?

Hey RedChev....lol, glad you finally sold the heads....So what's next? Or what have you done since?
Forum: Engine Swap
04-04-2014, 03:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

Looked at the 262 and 268 cams...the lift is not that much different from the L79 cam? Will it make THAT much of a difference?
Forum: Engine Swap
04-04-2014, 07:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

HA! Thanks for the wake up call SOFA...I was going to say those are all heavy cars and that could have a lot to do with it, however, after looking up their curb weight they are about the same as a...
Forum: Engine Swap
04-04-2014, 05:26 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,464
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Bought a new 350/355

This thread looks a little old but think good place to start. I am looking at the Nostalgia cam (yes, the L79 one) and LOVE the sound it makes, but on the acceleration issue, I am reluctant? I don't...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
04-04-2014, 05:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,266
Posted By krazefbird

Re: PARTING OUT 1987 TRANS AM GREY INTERIOR

How much would you want for the 140mph cluster? And, what do the tail lights look like on the back? Are they smooth or ribbed?
Forum: Engine Swap
10-24-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 659
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,937
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Like the way the 400 looks, just found one yesterday so am now planning on going that way. Like the idea way more than just throwin in another 383 like everything else....
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-12-2011, 07:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 32,986
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Pepboys: trustworthy or not?

And that's the other reason not to go to guys like that, they will reccommend to replace everything when it might be only something minor....
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-09-2011, 06:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 32,986
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Pepboys: trustworthy or not?

Mav, better to pay for a job well done than to screw it up yourself....If you can. I have 2 young girls myself and my bird hardly sees any care anymore but it is cheap to fix and I can keep it...
Forum: Interior
05-09-2011, 06:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,693
Posted By krazefbird

Re: What do you have in place of your cigarette lighter?

My lighter has been missing for quite some time now. The ash tray is gone too. When I first got the car I was about 23. Had some light up toggle switches mounted to the ashtray/lighter cover. Those...
Forum: Electronics
05-09-2011, 06:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,623
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Headlight problem ( not the motors )

sure thing evil if I get that far. Getting ready for a move and my tools aren't that accessable and once we get moved not sure how much time I will have, gotta get a new job and all. For right now, I...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-02-2011, 07:48 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,108
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Another 5.3 engine swap

I don't know FI but I would think that larger injectors wouldn't make that much difference with the knock. The computer should adapt and provide more air for the mixture right? Sounds like the...
Forum: Electronics
04-28-2011, 08:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,623
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Headlight problem ( not the motors )

cool, I will try that, I'm cheap too. Have to do a move first so it will be a bit before I get a chance to. Just wanted to see what I could do if anything. Thanks
Forum: South East Region
04-26-2011, 01:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 755
Posted By krazefbird

Re: 3 Complete set of seats + a ton of other parts

is the pedal assembly for a manual?
Forum: Electronics
04-26-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,623
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Headlight problem ( not the motors )

Ahhh I see. Is there a way to fix this or do I need to get a new one? I priced a new one at autozone.....needless to say, I see why people drive around with one headlight up or both up all the time....
Forum: Electronics
04-26-2011, 11:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,623
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Headlight problem ( not the motors )

So any ideas on why mine won't go up when I turn them on?
Forum: Electronics
04-19-2011, 03:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,623
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Headlight problem ( not the motors )

Man that sucks 86TA, wish I had some good advice. Short to ground obviously somewhere I would think. Check the wire bundle up under the headlights and in front of the radiator maybe? Mine has had...
Forum: Body
04-14-2011, 04:50 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,285
Posted By krazefbird

Re: vote/comment on my two tone ideas

Ok so I guess what I like is number 4 pretty much but I didn't like the red pin stripes but you said you like the red so change my vote to 4 then, just without the red ha ha.
Forum: Body
04-14-2011, 04:47 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,285
Posted By krazefbird

Re: vote/comment on my two tone ideas

I like 5 the best but I wouldn't do the red or black stripe at the bottom. Just leave it gray, that would look pretty clean. The stripes will probably chip fast down that low I would think but that's...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-08-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,108
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Another 5.3 engine swap

Hagnin in there Willie, bout all I can do. I'm thinkin outta here bout 5 May or so. If I get a chance I might be able to stop by. Or if you get it runnin I'm sure I will see ya. Kinda easy to pick...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-06-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,108
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Another 5.3 engine swap

Well I am thouroughly confused. VATS? PCM? I don't know that stuff, I'll just stick to what I got. What's up Willie? Looks good! Still here....not for long though!
Forum: Body
04-04-2011, 05:36 PM
Replies: 351
Views: 72,858
Posted By krazefbird

Re: Firebird vs. Camaro which do you prefer?

I agree with Dante, it's all what you prefer. But, I really hate it when people call my firebird a camaro. Yeah ok, I'm dealing with the headlights being up right now but I think the birds look...
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