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Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
09-26-2014, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 601
Posted By Ace

Re: NOS 85-92 Firebird auto shifter plate & headlight switch

I have prolly one of the last OeM 90-92 shifter plates on the planet, gave up on my project, PM me.
Forum: Electronics
07-13-2014, 11:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 824
Posted By Ace

Re: WTF could be wrong with my rear hatch release?

If the relay was bad it wouldn't move at all when you pushed the button.

If the lights out too its likely the fuse. Fuse is labeled lid, 10a I think is red.
Forum: Classified Ads Feedback Board
07-08-2014, 07:35 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,766
Posted By Ace

Re: Attack on my credibility, My side of the story

I think most lights were dated 85 since they were made, at least that's what my 89 says. They probably made a monster run of the lenses. Then maybe another later.

The last post sums it up as...
Forum: Exhaust
07-06-2014, 02:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 527
Posted By Ace

Re: not gonna do it, but was just curious....

C4 uses indpendant rear so exhaust is a bit different stock.

There are few systems for fbodies that mimic the same configuration. Some inline with the driveshaft, others that have dual pipes over...
Forum: Electronics
07-06-2014, 10:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 824
Posted By Ace

Re: WTF could be wrong with my rear hatch release?

Sorry might beonly one ground on the 91-92. i just redid the 89 so was thinking tha.

If you have a multimeter check the continuity between the red/white wire from the light to the relay. There...
Forum: Electronics
07-06-2014, 10:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 824
Posted By Ace

Re: WTF could be wrong with my rear hatch release?

There's 3 grounds there too, make sure they are all connected.
Forum: Electronics
07-05-2014, 11:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 824
Posted By Ace

Re: WTF could be wrong with my rear hatch release?

Do you latch it then hold it to go down as well? Or does it go down on its own.

Cargo "lid" fuse blown? Lamp comes on?

The switch is wired to the motor so it should continually go up and...
Forum: Interior
07-03-2014, 11:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,604
Posted By Ace

Re: Mustang "smart windows" on a thirdgen

Ill be doing this but more complicated using a cts-v coupe setup with no door handles and switching latches.

There is a lot of modules that will roll up the windows automatically on a trigger...
Forum: Electronics
07-02-2014, 07:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 789
Posted By Ace

Re: Is this wiring preventing my car from starting?

I've never seen that plug on any of my thirdgens. Would have to dig thru the wiring diagrams for 87 on the engine side probably.
Forum: Electronics
07-01-2014, 11:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 789
Posted By Ace

Re: Is this wiring preventing my car from starting?

In the 3 pack of relays in the front corner one is for fuel. You can jump connector to test or use a multimeter to verify voltage.

That main pack that goes across has all the main power feeds...
Forum: Members Firebirds
07-01-2014, 12:46 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,309
Posted By Ace

Re: Resurrecting the Phoenix... (Restoring a 1992 Firebird)

Your front mount and yellow wire is for the front air bag sensor.

Can't comment on the hose, probably a vacuum line of some sorts. Could also be the vent for the charcoal can but it don't...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
06-22-2014, 04:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,078
Posted By Ace

Re: 1989 Camaro Iroc - Blue, low miles

I have it listed for 22.5.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-22-2014, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,168
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 TransAm GTA / lsa / ctsv swap

Overall goals are good driveabiltity and no lights/messages on the dash.

ABS:

Dug up some old information on the ABS. Someone had made some ABS rings 47 tooth to fit the S10 rotor but I think...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-21-2014, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,168
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 TransAm GTA / lsa / ctsv swap

Had it in a sierra truck, took it out and sold it and did a full escalade interior and 6.2 swap into the sierra
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-21-2014, 02:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,168
Posted By Ace

92 TransAm GTA / lsa / ctsv swap

This poor 92 GTA i have has went thru a lot of changes in the last decade. I put an ls1 back in 2000 but its since been stripped. I was going to do a ls9/ls7 then flpped to a stock resto. I found...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
06-20-2014, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,300
Posted By Ace

New OEM Steering Wheels, OEM Firebird Auto Shift Plate,

I have the following for sale:

87-89 GTA Steering Wheel / Radio Controls - new OEM - 250
90-92 Camaro Steering Wheel w/ Airbag - new OEM -250
85-92 - Firebird Trans Am Auto Shift Plate - 400...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
06-20-2014, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,078
Posted By Ace

1989 Camaro Iroc - Blue, low miles

I picked this up out of california with the intention of driving it. Just safetied it, registered in Alberta Canada. The odometer 0000068.6 miles!!! I put a whole 15 miles on it :(

Its a 89 Iroc...
Forum: Brakes
04-18-2014, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 654
Posted By Ace

Re: Converting 93-02 Rear Brakes to C6 Z06 Brakes

E brake is different. There are brackets for the calipers but not much to deal with the different shoes.

Kore3 I think has a conversion but its expensive. Can also use something similar...
Forum: History / Originality
04-03-2014, 10:10 PM
Replies: 476
Views: 57,012
Posted By Ace

re: LOW Mile (50K or less) Third Gens - post yours!

Picked it up last year... 47 miles on it, beyond mint...was going to resto my blue 92 gta and still might but this was much easier.... Mostly a waste up here as it sits in storage but can't wait for...
Forum: Fabrication
12-03-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,279
Posted By Ace

Re: 4th Gen + Third Gen = 3rd & a Half Gen

I did this back in 98. The column is the same but the end shaft just needs to be swapped. Booster is the same. Use 3rd gen lines.

Use the firewall if you want to put in a 4th gen air box. ...
Forum: History / Originality
11-25-2013, 07:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,924
Posted By Ace

Re: Mecum Auction

Glad it didn't work out at mecum, looked into bidding but they want half funds just to bid. Made an offer on the iroc and deposit shortly once get it worked out with Tim. Long road trip but can't...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-07-2013, 02:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 900
Posted By Ace

Re: For sale oem steering wheels camaro and gta

Ya your ebay ones are used probably with 100k miles. This is brand new. Hawks wants 550 outright for a reman'd one.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
06-21-2013, 01:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 900
Posted By Ace

Re: For sale oem steering wheels camaro and gta

Bump it
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-07-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 900
Posted By Ace

For sale oem steering wheels camaro and gta

Have a couple new oem steering wheels. Both are new never mounted.

88-89 Gta wheel is 325 shipped and includes radio panel

90-92 Camaro wheel is 275 shipped.

Link to pics
...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-17-2012, 06:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 993
Posted By Ace

Re: Vette + Fbody parts + others

GTA is off the market for now.

Pulled it out of the trailer and man would it look bad *** with the Zr1 wheels so I decided to give it a 2nd chance probably as an autocrosser/drifter.
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-13-2012, 04:47 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Red car is goin in the dumpster this weekend. You want to save another one :)
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-11-2012, 08:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 993
Posted By Ace

Re: Vette + Fbody parts + others

I'm not tearing apart the 92 GTA just yet so patience..

It's complete as a roller and giving it another week before deciding its fate. The parts listed were a representation of what's currently...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-10-2012, 10:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 993
Posted By Ace

Re: Vette + Fbody parts + others

Bump it
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-08-2012, 11:43 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Ls7 was close to goin in the truck but someone sent me a deposit the day we were gonna do the swap lol...It was close to happening for the ls9 gta, but theres always options. The sum of its parts is...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-08-2012, 06:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 993
Posted By Ace

Vette + Fbody parts + others

Ending a couple of my fbody projects and have some various vette parts as well.

See the link below.



http://www.306motorclub.com/dj/sales/
Forum: LSX and LTX Parts
06-08-2012, 06:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By Ace

Various F+Y Body Parts

Pulling the plug on a couple of my projects. Got lots of parts, just check out the link below.


http://www.306motorclub.com/dj/sales/
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-08-2012, 06:33 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

I might end up keeping it.. I just can't decide on a practical way to build it up and i need space. I could almost return it to stock slowly from parts from the 92 camaro but that would be a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-08-2012, 03:39 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

here's a list of most of the parts im selling

http://www.306motorclub.com/dj/sales/
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-05-2012, 10:41 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Yes I have the brakes, just in boxes.

It was a hard choice but I've decided to turf the GTA project and end my ties with thirgens. I traded a truck for a new GMC regular cab sierra and going to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-03-2012, 12:54 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Bcm is a compliment part, I can start the car without a bcm if you disable vats.

I have all the modules I need including bcm and entire body harness thou I plan on using instead of the Isis...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-27-2012, 12:17 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Was a long trip. Kudos to the folks @ autoworks in wisconsin, if anyones after vette parts hit them up for sure.

Unloaded the items from the trailer, mess of parts everywhere.

Need to...
Forum: Interior
05-26-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,033
Posted By Ace

Re: 4th Gen door Panel attempt

Agreed, after hacking up the panel and door I put the stock ones back on. Just make better covers for the stock panels.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-23-2012, 11:59 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

I've ran them for years. If I was doing autocross all the time it might be bad.

I'll be home on the weekend and I'll get some pics.
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-22-2012, 11:24 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Good news on the front. I'll have to make an account to see that post

Shocks are a bit different if they are used as a pivot point compared to to a arms like the vette

Yes I'll be doing front...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-21-2012, 11:50 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Picked up the parts today. Journey back starts.

I'm probably not gonna try abs or active suspension. The front shocks are half the diameter of the Koni shaft. The Konis probably handle better...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-16-2012, 04:09 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls9, ZR1 conversion swap

Yah the GTA is going to get some surgery.

I won't need much for HVAC with the vintage setup. This will free me up to run the vette fuse box pretty much in the same spot so it will help with the...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-14-2012, 07:00 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls7 swap

It's gonna get better...

I just put a deposit down for a salvage zr1.

I'm doin the ls9 afterall. Also including a full vette interior, brakes, and the 19/20s. Also, I'm gonna look into to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-28-2012, 10:33 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls7 swap

Sold the vette and the rims so back to the GTA and still up in the air on wheel choice.

Have alot of work to do on the engine bay to seal up the holes and size up the vintage air setup.
...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-15-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 1,132
Views: 458,407
Posted By Ace

Re: Got Vette Wheels??...Post pics here...!

19/18 08 C6 wheels mocked up on the 92 GTA.


http://www.306motorclub.com/dj/92g.jpg
Forum: Canadian Region
04-07-2012, 03:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 738
Posted By Ace

92 Trans Am GTA Project Car

Delete
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-30-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls7 swap

Wrapped the vette up pretty much

http://www.306motorclub.com/dj/2012/vette%20fin2.jpg

Test fit a 19" from the vette on the GTA as it sits. Might try these over the snow flakes.
...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-13-2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls7 swap

Foot of rain, foot of snow and 1k miles Took it's toll

It's an 08 coupe 3lt with most options. Doing the front zr1, widebody, carbon fiber pieces and 19/20s. It's an auto but still pretty sharp...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-12-2012, 09:57 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 19,193
Posted By Ace

Re: 92 GTA - Ls7 swap

Snows melting. All the parts are here. I just need to get my 01 camaro wrapped up out of the garage and sold and start cranking.

I did have to request the gauge change, was only like 10 bux. I...
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