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Forum: Electronics
08-22-2014, 01:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 598
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: No power to starter after header swap

Used a push button starter. Disconnected the purple wire, had the ignition in the on position so the pump would have power then did a jumper from the battery. I've traced it down to the bulk main...
Forum: Electronics
07-20-2014, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 598
Posted By bubbagump2001

No power to starter after header swap

:help:

Just recently installed a set of long tube headers on the z. After the install I pulled the car in the garage and finished the exhaust install.

Went to fire it up now I get nothing no...
Forum: Electronics
06-02-2013, 11:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,704
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Another Trunk Pull Down Problem

Appreciate it. I wish there was a better way to diagnose this dumb thing out. I checked the reversing part wow almost a much as the motor and refurb too and a core charge.
Forum: Electronics
06-01-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,704
Posted By bubbagump2001

Another Trunk Pull Down Problem

Okay after much searching and trying different posts I still have yet to find the root cause as to why my trunk wont close.

Replaced:

Fuse
Verified power at trunk
Replaced Relay
Replaced...
Forum: Brakes
11-17-2012, 09:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Loss of solid Brakes lost on solution

It was bench bled level several times level in a vice. But I found the root cause. The front side of the MC (the new one) quit working or at least was not pushing out as much juice as it should, so...
Forum: Brakes
11-16-2012, 06:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Loss of solid Brakes lost on solution

I have not tried that yet, good idea, I'll try that at least it might provide a starting place. But for 100 bucks replacing 20+ year old hardware at the wheels will be nice anyway. I'll post the...
Forum: Brakes
11-12-2012, 08:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Loss of solid Brakes lost on solution

I would agree with you but the lines are only about 3 years old so they shouldn't be going bad that soon... Anyway going for broke. Ordered new lines, calipers and fluid. With discounts online at...
Forum: Brakes
11-11-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Loss of solid Brakes lost on solution

No I have not changed those out yet but it was my next step. I did a full inspection and they all look intact, no cracking, etc, etc... I also inspected the hard lines from the mc and they all look...
Forum: Brakes
11-11-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By bubbagump2001

Loss of solid Brakes lost on solution

About a month ago I lost full brakes, so I assumed the master went bad and replaced it. After 4 bench bleeds, complete flush and bleed of the system I still have a sponge in the pedal. I did a...
Forum: Body
09-03-2012, 01:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 757
Posted By bubbagump2001

Front Chin Spoiler color combo question

I was in the process of painting my ground effects and was debating on going either back to the original red or a silver trim to change things up.

During my search I found a picture of a Z with...
Forum: Electronics
08-19-2012, 08:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 437
Posted By bubbagump2001

Entire main gauge cluster stopped working

Before I go tearing apart the entire dash I wanted to see if anyone had run into this before.

About 4 months ago I replaced the pcb board on the back of the guage cluster to fix a few issues...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-13-2012, 07:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,603
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Post your red third gen here!

:welcome:
Forum: TPI
04-03-2012, 10:10 PM
Replies: 825
Views: 139,574
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

Just a couple of thoughts. Has anyone put an in tank temp probe and drove around recording the changes? If so in theory when the tank gets hot if you would lets say pull into a car wash and hit the...
Forum: TPI
04-02-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 825
Views: 139,574
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

Would something like this help if it seems to be heat / pressure related? It would require to make an additional tap in the tank with a 90 degree fitting, some hose? But it would add extra volume...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-29-2012, 09:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,605
Posted By bubbagump2001

Printed Guage Circuit Board - Classic Industries

Ordered a replacement Gauge Cluster PCB from Classic Industries. First made in the USA, quality is much better than what I had. For 70 bucks it was worth the replacement.

Resolved - Gauges...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2011, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 604
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Fuel Vent Leak

Same problem checked dealership, autozone, napa, advanced... I am sure someone here has a source site or a homemade way to get around it, just have not found it myself yet
Forum: Interior
09-13-2011, 08:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,736
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Dash pad crack - fix?

I had mine crack in the same place. Used some black RTV filled it in and smoothed it out with my finger.
Forum: TPI
09-05-2011, 10:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 21,992
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Fuel Boiling...wtf?

I have been having the same problem, getting ready to go down the road of replacing the fuel pump, filter, etc, etc... Before I do that has anybody tried an actual fuel cooler? Mount it up front, so...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
08-28-2011, 07:25 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,341
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Founders Performance

Well I have had mine installed for a solid month now. Handling is significantly better over stock. So for the price, and the gain over stock very impressed, now I wish they would make some SFC and...
Forum: Car Audio
07-11-2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 818
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Engine noise in speakers

I had a similar problem, try a rca ground loop isolator between the amp and the head unit. I got one from Radio Shack, redirecting your wires away from the power source is a good start but sometimes...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-06-2011, 10:00 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,341
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Founders Performance

So far just having them in hand. The quality is way better than oem, not something I would use on a 1/4 track, but for a daily driver / a little fun I would say it falls in the mid-range class of...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-06-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,341
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Founders Performance

Well it took almost three weeks to arrive but I finally got the parts. They are well constructed. Looking forward to trying them out with the new kyb and endlinks..
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-27-2011, 08:43 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,341
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Founders Performance

Got a reply yesterday also. Was told it would ship today or tomorrow. So all is good...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-26-2011, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Odd Problem can't seem to put my finger on it

Well I don't know if it fixed it or not, but I ran a can of seafoam through the engine and gas tank, and some crc maf cleaner... So far no problem 3 weeks, the only difference is we have not had a...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-22-2011, 09:33 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,341
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Founders Performance

Yeah my plan is to do that as well but I have some other things up front to fix first, (guy I bought from mig welded the header pipe to the exhaust at all points) so a little mess to fix. :huh:
...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-22-2011, 08:22 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,341
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Founders Performance

Quick question. I just ordered the same kit from Founders also about 4 days ago and my order still at "Awaiting Fulfillment".

I sent them an email on the site asking for expected ship date so I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Odd Problem can't seem to put my finger on it

no I have not checked that yet. When I purchased the car last year the previous owner had recently 12-18 month installed a new MAF, fuel tank and pump and had all new gaskets done on the top end.. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2011, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By bubbagump2001

Odd Problem can't seem to put my finger on it

I have an interesting problem with my 89 that I cannot seem to nail down. The code produced is 44 which indicates a lean exhaust condition.

Symptom: In the AM 70 degree been in the garage all...
Forum: Body
05-21-2011, 03:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,638
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Why are nice ThirdGens suddenly so expensive now?

Well at least im my area I was able to find decent 3rd gens for the 2-4k range. I picked mine up for 2k just a year ago off craigslist. Found it in a day, very solid not show quality but a little...
Forum: North East Region
03-23-2011, 07:38 PM
Replies: 2,446
Views: 101,505
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: Ohio?

Little late to the thread, but Chillicothe checking in.

Since I am in the Ohio bunch, anyone know of any yards that still contain parts? I have pull-a-part up in the Cleveland area but have not...
Forum: History / Originality
03-20-2011, 03:20 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 17,134
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: When/how did you get your third gen?

Well that to, but my son hates cars other than to drive them.. :o

His famous line to me when his civic threw a rod.. Well that oil light had been on for over a week, thought it meant it need...
Forum: History / Originality
03-20-2011, 03:09 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 17,134
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: When/how did you get your third gen?

Wish I could he's too old now to do the work.... But he can watch:lmao::lmao::lmao:

Here is the slideshow of the beast. Not bad for 2g
...
Forum: History / Originality
03-20-2011, 11:43 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 17,134
Posted By bubbagump2001

Re: When/how did you get your third gen?

Well let's try this. Very First Post...

Back when I was in High School (89) I had a 66 tang my father and I had spent a few years restoring. My girlfriend at the time ended up pregnant and we...
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