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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-25-2012, 08:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,670
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Low RPM Miss

I just replaced the wires and I put dielectric grease in each boot. I haven't checked the plugs because I replaced those a year ago and because they are a b*tch to get to with the edelbrock headers. ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-25-2012, 06:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 556
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Running LT1 engine for thirdgen swap

How much for both complete engine and transmission?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-21-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,670
Posted By bcashJMU

Low RPM Miss

Hey guys,
I have been trying to improve the way my car has been running ever since my last autocross incident where I lost almost all of my power and torque. I have since regained a lot of it back...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-28-2011, 01:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,428
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: 82-92 Firebird and Trans am parts

what condition is the headlight assembly in?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2011, 09:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 548
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Injector short?

Ok I will do that tonight when I get home and update you all afterwards.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2011, 06:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 548
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Injector short?

Also, the car has a mild cam and has been bored .030 over. The couple time I calculated mpg, I got about 19mpg on the highway and between 10-12mpg around the city.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2011, 06:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 548
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Injector short?

The reason the TPS was replaced early on was because the car barely idled. The new TPS fixed that for the most part along with some other tweaking and tuning. Also, the car (when hot) likes to burn...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 548
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Injector short?

The car has done this for as long as I have had it which is about a year now. The TPS was replaced when I first got the car. Would the o2 sensor cause it to do this?

The main reason I thought it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2011, 04:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 548
Posted By bcashJMU

Injector short?

Hey guys, I have an '87 350 tpi in my '91 gta. When in any gear besides neutral and accelerating under 2 grand, the car bucks like no other. As I accelerate over 2 grand, the motor smoothes out for...
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 08:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

The headlights have popped up when the parking lights are turned on ever since I have had the car. I added the keyless entry after I got it. I will pull out the switch and see what's connected where....
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 01:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

Yea, it wasn't that annoying before the headlights got worse. But I had a shop install the keyless entry and so now I need to figure out which wire it was that they used for the headlight flashing. I...
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 01:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

New motors are over $200 new which is insane to me.
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 01:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

But I just read on a website that more often than not for third gens, it's the little bushings that disintegrate that cause our headlight issues. Is that most likely my problem or does it sound like...
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

Okay, I will check it out.
Well, I originally thought it was the gears because the headlights sometimes won't go up or they will bob up and down which sounds like half of the gear is rounded off....
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 12:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

I am pushing just the parking light switch, the P section. For some reason, that makes my headlights flip up but or course not turn on. It's activating the motors and it shouldn't be. Anyways, I will...
Forum: DFI and ECM
07-28-2011, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Switchable Programs

Is there a simpler way to do this? What about the autoprom from moates? Would that be simple to install for someone who hasn't worked with chips? I'm not sure what else I would need to get with it...
Forum: DFI and ECM
07-28-2011, 10:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Switchable Programs

Does that work on a TPI though? It only says that it works on TBI or MPFI...
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 10:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

I thought I had already filled out my profile, guess not haha. My car is a '91 GTA. My fog lights already come on without my high beams on. I guess the previous owner made that mod. I know how the...
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 09:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

For some reason, my headlights pop up when i just turn on the parking lights. How do I bypass the High Beam Only relay and where is that relay located? I need to replace the gears in the motors soon...
Forum: Electronics
07-28-2011, 08:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,533
Posted By bcashJMU

Disable Headlight Motor for Parking Lights

Hey guys,
Is it possible to disable the headlight motor during use of only the parking lights and fog lights so that the headlights don't flip up when I am not using the headlights? Sometimes I just...
Forum: DFI and ECM
07-28-2011, 08:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Switchable Programs

I just checked those out and the TwoTimer looks like it would do just fine. If I bought all the things I would need to do this, would a speed shop be able to set it up for me since I have no idea...
Forum: DFI and ECM
07-28-2011, 06:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By bcashJMU

Switchable Programs

Hey guys,

I am not too savvy with the programming and whatnot of cars, so if this sounds like it isn't possible with our cars, just say so haha.

I was wondering if there was is a way to have...
Forum: Cooling
05-30-2011, 11:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

I got it all working today. Apparently I didn't need to use the power supply prong. I just have the ground and acc prongs being used right now and it grounds the the trigger wire when turned on. It...
Forum: Cooling
05-28-2011, 12:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

ok so I have everything wired and it works great. But now every time I turn the key on, the 10A fuse for my gauges blows instantly. Any ideas as to why?
Forum: Cooling
05-28-2011, 11:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

@base91: for some rwason my green/white trigger wire wasnt working, so I splice off of the secondary fan trigger wire and now it works.
Forum: Cooling
05-28-2011, 11:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

Thanks for your input but some of us can't afford to put in an aftermarket fan controller or have the time to fix the factory system. I have left the factory system alone and have just Installed an...
Forum: Cooling
05-28-2011, 09:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

Ok I spliced off the signal wire of the secondary relay and the switch and fan are working. However the led on the switch is lit when the fans are off and goes off when the fans are on. Anyone know...
Forum: Cooling
05-28-2011, 08:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

Ok, I first jumped the two thick gauge wires in the primary relay and the fans come on...did this to test the relay. I then spliced the green/white wire and ran it to the acc prong on the led switch....
Forum: Cooling
05-23-2011, 09:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

I tried reversing the polarity and it didn't work.

What prongs do I use, 85Z28? I have three, not just two sides. I am new to switches and a novice at wiring, so I need detailed instructions haha....
Forum: Cooling
05-23-2011, 04:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: manual switch for dual fans

My main goal is for me to be able to have the fans turn on whenever I choose without messing up the factory thermal settings. I have read a lot of threads on here and Willie's dual fan article for...
Forum: Cooling
05-23-2011, 04:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,604
Posted By bcashJMU

manual switch for dual fans

Hello,
I know this has been done many times and talked about but for some reason I can't get my primary fan to come on...i haven't even started messing with the secondary yet. I am trying to put my...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-15-2011, 12:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,746
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: How competitive are 3rd gens in Auto X

Haha that first video actually take place at my old high school in northern virginia...what a coincidence!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-28-2011, 08:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 561
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: MSD 6A 6200 box

How many miles on it approximately?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-27-2011, 10:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 866
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: mallory 685 ignition hyfire box

Would you take $125 shipped to 22801?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-27-2011, 10:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: 2 Brand new Ignition boxes

would you take $100 shipped to 22801 for the mallory box and whatever comes with it?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-27-2011, 10:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,399
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: MSD Ignition Box 6200

how much shipped to 22801?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-27-2011, 10:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,837
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: FOR SALE: PERFORMANCE PARTS, 2055'S, MSD, BBK, B&M,ACCEL, MOROSO

still have the msd 6a? if so, how much shipped to 22801?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-24-2011, 12:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,798
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: 1987-89 Trans Am GTA Digital Gauges

do you still have the digital dash?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-21-2011, 03:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 594
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: 1987 GTA Digital Dash!

do you still have the complete dash?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-21-2011, 03:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,268
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Pontiac Trans Am GTA Digital Dash - $350 OBO

is the dash still for sale?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-21-2011, 03:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,233
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Complete Digital Dash with cover plates for sale

have you sold this yet?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-06-2010, 07:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 950
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Cheap 700R4 60K

How much shipped to 20112?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-06-2010, 07:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: W.T.T 700r4 swap for t56 swap.

well, if you want to just sell the 700r4, i might be interested depending on the condition of yours. Mine just burnt up third and fourth gears. So I am trying to find a replacement asap.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-06-2010, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 732
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: Built Vortec 355 and 700R4 FS

If you do decide to separate the motor and trans at some point, let me know. Mine just burnt up third and fourth gears. Really need a replacement asap.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-06-2010, 07:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 455
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: 700R4

how much for the tranny shipped to 20112? Mine just burnt up third and fourth gears. Kinda need a new one since that tends to be cheaper than rebuilding one. Also, what did the it come out of?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-06-2010, 07:02 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,771
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: gargae clean out lost job averything must go cheap

how much for the 700r4 shipped to 20112?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-06-2010, 06:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 767
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: 700r4 trans with new converter

Do you still have the 700r4? I am in need of one as my third and fourth gear have burned up.
Forum: Cooling
08-28-2010, 09:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 504
Posted By bcashJMU

Overheating

Hey guys,
I recently flushed my radiator and cleaned it out and installed a 160* thermostat because my motor was overheating a lot, mainly at idle. Doing those things helped but the motor still...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-27-2010, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 415
Posted By bcashJMU

Re: NOS Wet Nitrous Kit

bump for $400 shipped
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