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Forum: TPI
08-28-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

update to my update

Lesson learned, dont let others work on your car

I beleive I may have found why the first MAF gave a code 34, the wiring to MAF sensor was stripped in spots and the inside...
Forum: TPI
08-28-2014, 09:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,627
Posted By lakeport

Re: New MAF Unit

I too have been fighting a MAF issue, please let me know how it goes after replacing said parts

also on a side, i have found some info on relays and part numbers, for some cars the maf burn off...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-16-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,386
Posted By lakeport

Re: oil pressure gauge stopped working

update

I have now replaced both oil sensors/switches and still no gauge

Next is to pull dash and check for continuity between dash and the wire going to the bell shaped sensor on top, as if i...
Forum: TPI
08-15-2014, 06:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,087
Posted By lakeport

Re: Location of oil pressure sender, 5.0 TPI

the one by the oil filter is a combo unit for that year, it should be a 3 wire sensor

if not check by the distributor for a bell shaped sensor, single wire
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-13-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,386
Posted By lakeport

Re: oil pressure gauge stopped working

I looked at the sensor last nite, its covered in dirt n oil, picking up replacement after work today, fingers crossed this fixes my gauge

I have gone over the service manual and all the wire...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-12-2014, 06:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,386
Posted By lakeport

oil pressure gauge stopped working

so my oil pressure gauge stopped working, replaced the bell shaped sender on back of motor by distrib, no change

i noticed the gague stopped after, could have been before, i had jumper on aldl for...
Forum: TPI
08-08-2014, 07:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

thought i woiuld add an update, just got a Bosch MAF, re-man AC delco, installed and now car starts and dies

i know, i was told to not get ac delco, but to use up my credit from rock auto, i went...
Forum: TPI
07-29-2014, 02:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By lakeport

Re: Bypass hose

so i am trying to get all the correct hoses and the diverter valve ordered and reinstalled, having some trouble on locating the correct hoses

does anyone know the part numbers for the hoses i...
Forum: TPI
07-25-2014, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By lakeport

Re: Bypass hose

many thanks for that, does anyone know of a hose that can be purchased that will run from firewall to front of TB, and part number if possible

or just a hose to run from front of TB to where the...
Forum: TPI
07-25-2014, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By lakeport

Bypass hose

I need to replace the hose from the front of manifold to the heater core, my diverter valve has been removed, i currently have 2 hoses that are joined, I am fine with replacing as one single hose or...
Forum: TPI
07-21-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

even a re-man Ac delco? where can i get a new AC delco? No one here in Ontario, has em, can get a new cardone for almost 300, but i can get the same in US for 170

i havent ordered the re-man...
Forum: TPI
07-21-2014, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 555
Posted By lakeport

Re: really weird MAF problem, NEED HELP ASAP.

MAF probs suck, working through one myself, with help from here of course

the MAT is under the plenum

and if you do go with a new MAF stay away from the japo junk, go with the AC Delco
Forum: TPI
07-21-2014, 09:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 555
Posted By lakeport

Re: really weird MAF problem, NEED HELP ASAP.

MAF probs suck, working through one myself, with help from here of course

the MAT is under the plenum
Forum: TPI
07-21-2014, 09:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

so the new japo MAF was shipped back yesterday, waiting for my credit then i will be ordering a re-man AC delco MAF, will update

thanks again for all the help
Forum: TPI
07-19-2014, 06:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

so i disconnected maf and got car to run with a lil extra on the gas, code 33
clear code
start car and check for 12V on red wire to MAF, 12V is good to go

does that mean faulty MAF ?

if so...
Forum: TPI
07-19-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

So i got a generic Relay from Nappa, matched the part number, swapped it for burnoff, same prob, cleared codes and tried it for maf power, same prob

what are the correct relays? i will be...
Forum: TPI
07-19-2014, 09:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

connections are good, noticed my fuel pump relay connector needs replacing though, will order along with new relays

i will do a leak down test on the injectors, i did replace them last year with...
Forum: TPI
07-19-2014, 08:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

So my MAF power and MAF burnoff relay both have the same number 14089936, i swapped the 2 relays but car would not start once this was done, put them back to orignal and starts right up, no SES, push...
Forum: TPI
07-18-2014, 07:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

Re: new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

Thanks for the pics, I tried to do as it shows in the flow chart, but when i disconnect the new MAF the car no start

I do have a service manual printed and in PDF form for my car, just cant follow...
Forum: TPI
07-18-2014, 06:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,541
Posted By lakeport

new MAF code 34, but runs amazing?

I replaced my MAF with a new one, now my SES light comes on, code 34

the idle problem I had, a rough/stalling idle problem and hesitating while accelerating, that is all fine now, car drives and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-09-2014, 01:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 496
Posted By lakeport

another rough idle post

So I have been chasing a rough idle problem with my 88 GTA 305 TPI for some time. Just last week my ICM went and left me on side of road, put the original GM one back in and she fired right up, damn...
Forum: History / Originality
05-01-2014, 11:06 AM
Replies: 515
Views: 33,093
Posted By lakeport

Re: whats your mileage on your fbody?

heres a quick pic i took with my blackberry, will take er out of the garage this weekend and get some better ones
Forum: History / Originality
03-28-2014, 01:23 PM
Replies: 515
Views: 33,093
Posted By lakeport

Re: whats your mileage on your fbody?

1988 GTA, 305 TPI, 5 speed, just under 90 000 miles and climbing
Forum: TPI
10-22-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 503
Posted By lakeport

replace MAF or not

Good day, I had a issue with my car, long story short it appears the heads are not correct, and the bracket that holds the tensioner idler (connects to the ac delete bracket) is missing the bolt that...
Forum: History / Originality
10-11-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,373
Posted By lakeport

Re: Does your car Suck or Blow?

I have a 88 305 TPI, and after a long drive on a hot day if i open the gas cap i get a swoosh of air coming out, even on short trips i get a little air blowing out

If i park it after driving for a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-19-2013, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 819
Posted By lakeport

Re: ac/smog serpentine bracket

Are you able to post a picture of this brace from exhaust to ac pump....my ac pump has been removed, would I still be able to use?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-19-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 819
Posted By lakeport

ac/smog serpentine bracket

good day, my ac /smog pump bracket broke on me the other week, snapped right off the motor, turns out it was missing a bolt, a bolt that is suppose to go into the head, turns out the heads are not...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-23-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 290
Posted By lakeport

IAC question

I wanted to clarify setting the IAC, do you start the engine with the ALDL jumper inplace?
Forum: TPI
08-19-2013, 08:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 564
Posted By lakeport

Re: no start

So i got a spark plug tester, found no spark, decided to swap the ICM that I replaced last summer, car started, replaced with a new ICM under warranty, and all is good to go


many thanks for the...
Forum: TPI
08-15-2013, 06:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 564
Posted By lakeport

no start

Driving home tonite, car sputters and shuts off, wont restart, just cranks, n cranks. I was down to a 1/4 tank, was stopn for gas when this happened, thought maybe gas gauge was busted so got a can...
Forum: History / Originality
06-26-2013, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 729
Posted By lakeport

Re: NE Auction may have low miles 3rd gen

heres a link to the complete auction listing

http://www.vanderbrinkauctions.com/auction_images/135/documents/Inventory.pdf
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-18-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 412
Posted By lakeport

Re: SES light, code 33

many, many thanks, i will go through this tonight, I do know i have a hypertech, will check the number as if that is the issue maybe i will just get a new chip.....I am currently in process of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-18-2013, 11:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 412
Posted By lakeport

SES light, code 33

Good day all, my bird threw a code 33 this morning, just wondering what I should check first, before replacing any relays or sensors

Does anyone have a link to test the maf power and burnoff...
Forum: Exhaust
06-10-2013, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 870
Posted By lakeport

Headers from auto fit standard car?

Will headers for a 3rd gen automatic car fit on a 3rd gen 5 speed?

I have been told no and yes, just want to get the correct answer before making a purchase

Many thanks in advance
Forum: TPI
04-22-2013, 04:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 319
Posted By lakeport

Siamesed runners

SO I installed a set of siamesed runners, now I have a issue, I cannot get the injector clips to lock on, anyone have this problem, or know how i can over come?

Well i fingered it out........had...
Forum: TPI
04-18-2013, 11:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 618
Posted By lakeport

8.8 Grade bolts

Will 8.8 grade bolts suffice for the TPI runners to the plenum and to the intake?
Forum: TPI
04-15-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 549
Posted By lakeport

fuel rail CSI cap

I am looking for a CSI fuel rail cap, not the screw in kit that is for sale. How would you screw it into the rail? the rail has a cap, its not threaded, does anyone sell a cap that threads on?
...
Forum: History / Originality
03-11-2013, 09:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,047
Posted By lakeport

Re: My new 88 Gta

White, black interior, cloth with the air seats. Has digital dash and AC

will post some pics later, shes still sleeping in the garage, been a long n cold winter here
Forum: History / Originality
03-08-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,047
Posted By lakeport

Re: My new 88 Gta

Well outta the 809 made, theres one more still around, I have one, 1988 GTA 5.0, 5 speed, T-Tops, 3.45 gears
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-18-2012, 11:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 501
Posted By lakeport

Re: no start

So the cap on the top of the starter was lose, one bolt lose, the other missing, gotta find a new bolt, then test and hopefully re-install and all good.....wonder how this happened
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-17-2012, 07:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 501
Posted By lakeport

no start

so the battle continues, have been havin g issues with my car starting, long crank times, finally got the timing set and the starting problem seemed to be resolved

I drove to work this am, went...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
08-30-2012, 07:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 578
Posted By lakeport

Re: looking for cruise buddy in the london area

I would really, really appreciate that, I am in St Thomas

Car is 1988 Trans Am GTA, 305 TPI, 5 speed....motor was installed by previous owner, its a 86

I think issue may be timing related
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
08-29-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 578
Posted By lakeport

Re: looking for cruise buddy in the london area

If i could get my trans am running proper i would join you, I am looking for someone in the London area that can help me with my 88 GTA, time will be paid
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2012, 12:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,737
Posted By lakeport

Re: Hard Start problem, requires alot of cranking to fire up

thank you for the help, I will try this on the weekend and post update early next week, many thanks to all again
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2012, 09:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,737
Posted By lakeport

Re: Hard Start problem, requires alot of cranking to fire up

If it is the Ignition Control Module, then yes, i replaced it
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2012, 01:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,737
Posted By lakeport

Re: Hard Start problem, requires alot of cranking to fire up

update

replaced coil and still havn long crank hard to start, what should i check?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-31-2012, 01:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,737
Posted By lakeport

Re: Hard Start problem, requires alot of cranking to fire up

New plugs installed with new injectors, fuel pressure with key in on position goes up to 45 psi, after 30 min still had 30 psi, did a leak down ttest after injectors installed.

did some testing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-30-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,737
Posted By lakeport

Re: Hard Start problem, requires alot of cranking to fire up

New ICM installed and issue continues, car only starts when it wants, cranks long time b4 starting

any other ideas I can look into?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-25-2012, 01:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,737
Posted By lakeport

Re: Hard Start problem, requires alot of cranking to fire up

many thanks, guess i know what i am doing this weekend, replacing the ICM

is there a test I can do with the ICM still in the car to confirm it is the problem?

time to search for instructions...
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