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Forum: Interior
05-16-2022, 11:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 15,875
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: broken heater blend door arm...

Hi there,

I would love to buy one. I see your private messages are disabled. Can you shoot me a message at john_perdoch(at)yahoo.com ?

Thanks,

John
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
09-04-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,135
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 85-87 IROC wheels, 70k miles, $200, local pickup only

Hi, there is no curb damage. Wheels were removed because a have a set of 19's going on.

John
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
08-30-2018, 04:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,135
Posted By 87350IROC

85-87 IROC wheels, 70k miles, $200, local pickup only

I am selling the wheels off of my '87 IROC with 70k miles. The front of the wheels and IROC center caps are 9/10. The back on the rears are pretty good but the back of the fronts have some stuck on...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-27-2016, 02:06 AM
Replies: 1,252
Views: 137,281
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Parking Lot Paparazzi

Ok, who can top this? Found in Westport, NZ.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1024x683/80-27004667890_7d9d6e5566_b_660d562407ae72f5cfb18d9ed523f50229bbe306.jpg
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Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
06-02-2015, 09:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,089
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Selling some nice '87 Camaro seats and Fiero seats for local pickup only

The Fiero seats are somewhat comparable. They fit great in thirdgens. They tend to sit lower than the OEM seats which may be good or bad depending what you are looking for. The thigh and back...
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
06-02-2015, 09:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,089
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Selling some nice '87 Camaro seats and Fiero seats for local pickup only

Ok, I am going to see if I can work something out with BADNBLK, but if not, I will let you know asap.

Yes, the rears are being retained and were re-upholstered to match my new fronts.

Thanks,
...
Forum: Interior
06-02-2015, 12:50 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 14,115
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Recaro seats RESTORED!!!

Truly excellent work on the seats. It is very hard to find someone who can do the netted head rests justice. Enjoy.
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
05-31-2015, 06:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,089
Posted By 87350IROC

Selling some nice '87 Camaro seats and Fiero seats for local pickup only

Hello PNW friends.

I am located in Everett. I have my original '87 Camaro Deluxe seats in Dove Gray for sale. The seats have 73k on them and there are no tears. I doubt you will find a cleaner...
Forum: Brakes
05-05-2015, 11:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,355
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Trying to piece together a ss/CTS-V brake setup, a couple questions.

Define better?

The SS Brembo's are a massively heavy caliper on a heavy rotor.
Forum: Brakes
05-05-2015, 11:37 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 27,987
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Testing Perdoch brake kit fitment on a CTW Motorsports wheel.

Hi Gary,

Sorry for stringing you along. I have not worked on this. I am not touching production kits with the 14" SS stuff. I am curious about the desire to use the 1LE hub. Specifically...
Forum: Brakes
05-05-2015, 11:28 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 27,987
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Testing Perdoch brake kit fitment on a CTW Motorsports wheel.

Brembo recommends 3mm. I would not hesitate to run it at 3mm. Do you have an application where you are trying to run it at 2mm?
Forum: Interior
04-22-2015, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,351
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Classic Industries Reporduction Seat Belts

Cool. That is why I always post tons of details on this stuff. I figure it would have been useful to me so its probably going to be useful to someone else too.

John
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-22-2015, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 577
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: adj. Lower controls arms

Best bet is to take it to an alignment shop. Really though this is a minor adjustment in the grand scheme of the car. I wouldn't go out of my way to adjust the thrust angle if I wasn't doing an...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-21-2015, 12:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 577
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: adj. Lower controls arms

Best bet would be to get the car on an alignment rack and use the adjustments to nail the thrust angle on the car.
Forum: Interior
04-21-2015, 12:26 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,601
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: I can make stuff...maybe

Cool. What machine did you get?

Build volume?
ABS or PLA?

1 month from machine order to production parts would be truly impressive.
Forum: Interior
04-18-2015, 09:10 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 31,629
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Leather Covered Dash Pad & Console Lid

I have actually had that since 2012. Camaro progress has been slow for me lately. :lol:
...
Forum: Interior
04-18-2015, 12:54 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 31,629
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Leather Covered Dash Pad & Console Lid

Could be me. I just converted my center console from gray to black and finally get to see how the shift boot and arm rest will look together with the center console. But 84 1LE gets super pimp...
Forum: Interior
04-18-2015, 12:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,806
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 4th gen/3rd gen seat belts

Some more info on the Classic Industries reproduction seat belts can be found in this new thread.
...
Forum: Interior
04-18-2015, 12:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,351
Posted By 87350IROC

Classic Industries Reporduction Seat Belts

If you take a look at Classic Industries you will find that they offer reproduction seat belts for our cars. The interesting thing is that the reproduction belts ditch the OEM 83-92 dual belt...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-18-2015, 12:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,750
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: What is the correct way to run wheels with a 5x120 bolt pattern?

If your wheels fit correctly (no spacers required) then the absolute best way to run 5x120mm wheels is to use a hub with a 5x120mm pattern. The hubs pictured below are drilled for both the stock...
Forum: Brakes
04-17-2015, 11:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 627
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: got new brakes on

You cannot go by the slot direction. There are plenty of rotors out there where the vanes are opposite of the slot direction. The only sure fire way to know which direction they are supposed to run...
Forum: Interior
04-15-2015, 12:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,884
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Quality of the AAC molded carpet?

Well I ordered a the ACC Essex molded carpet along with mats and some extra Essex yardage to convert my other interior panels from gray to black. I am really glad I went with the Essex. It is...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
04-08-2015, 12:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 326
Posted By 87350IROC

Mint black carpeted plastics, and rear seat belts.

Hi,

I am looking for a mint set of black carpeted plastics. The condition of the carpet is not important as I will be replacing it anyway. However the plastic needs to be in excellent shape. ...
Forum: Interior
04-08-2015, 12:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,580
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Looking for the perfect floor mats.

ACC mats are here and they look fine. I would not say the ESSEX mats are "super plush" but they are in line with modern cars. I imagine the non-essex mats might be a bit sparse.
Forum: Interior
04-08-2015, 12:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,806
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 4th gen/3rd gen seat belts

Well I picked up a set of used 4th gen belts and as always, used parts disappoint. So I have ordered the Classic Industries 3rd gen belts. I will transfer the 4th gen shoulder belt lower plastic to...
Forum: Interior
04-08-2015, 12:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,032
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: For those with 4th gen seat belts, crumbling sticker?

Justin, you were correct, it is stitched on. However as is usual, used parts always disappoint. What are people doing to their cars? My seatbelts came from a supposed 'nice' 2000 Camaro. My daily...
Forum: Brakes
04-07-2015, 11:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,287
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Need new BAER Brake rotors...ideas?

I will not pretend to know how Baer modifies their spindles. Do you have a picture?

A C4 HD rotor will not work with these calipers for two reasons. The pad height is taller than the friction...
Forum: Brakes
04-07-2015, 11:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 627
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: got new brakes on

I see you are not using the factory brake line guides on the strut. Just make sure the line cannot get caught up on the wheel or anything else on full suspension compression and full steering lock,...
Forum: Brakes
04-07-2015, 11:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,114
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Bolt on brake upgrade for 15in rims?

Some thoughts.

I highly doubt any wheel barrel out there is 1/2" thick. I will admit that I have not measured this on my own but I would imagine that the wheel is no more than 1/4" thick.
...
Forum: Brakes
04-05-2015, 02:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,287
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Need new BAER Brake rotors...ideas?

Modified stock spindles and some modification to the caliper itself.
Forum: Brakes
04-05-2015, 02:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,114
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Bolt on brake upgrade for 15in rims?

Your assumptions are conservative. Per your math:

Wheel Size Max Rotor Size
16 11.5
17 12.5
18 13.5
19 14.5
...
Forum: Brakes
04-04-2015, 01:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,297
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Wilwood FSL bracket for 13" rotors

I think you have your answer, but for future reference the bracket should be 3/8" thick when used with the C4HD 13x1.1" rotor.
Forum: Brakes
04-04-2015, 01:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,213
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Camaro SS/CTSV Brakes.

Hi Cooter,

Just so you know, it is not a great idea running this combo. The pad height on the CTS-V pads is greater than the friction surface on the rotors. So your pads are either overhanging...
Forum: Brakes
04-04-2015, 01:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,287
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Need new BAER Brake rotors...ideas?

I'm not so sure about those little baby rotors in your picture, but I'm certain no one has tried the larger CTS-V rotors. :thumbsup:
...
Forum: Interior
03-26-2015, 12:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,032
Posted By 87350IROC

For those with 4th gen seat belts, crumbling sticker?

Hi,

I am in the market for a set of 4th gen seat belts. Look at items on ebay it looks like it is common for the sticker on the front seat belts to be in really poor shape. See the top middle of...
Forum: Interior
03-25-2015, 11:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,806
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 4th gen/3rd gen seat belts

Thanks Ray,

We are very excited to see new products for our cars.

John
Forum: Interior
03-25-2015, 11:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,580
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Looking for the perfect floor mats.

Well I ended up ordering the ACC mats along with new molded carpet. I'll see about embroidery locally. If it doesn't pan out, I might try the Lloyds mats again. It seems like their fitment is...
Forum: Interior
03-19-2015, 12:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,580
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Looking for the perfect floor mats.

Hey Brian, how are things with you?

It looks like from your picture that your Lloyd's mats have the slit? If its not too much trouble, could you check to see if your mats are molded as well?
...
Forum: Interior
03-19-2015, 12:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,806
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 4th gen/3rd gen seat belts

Agreed Ray.

Also I was poking around your website and I see it looks like you sell 4th generation belts with the plastic sleeve on the door sill connection. However you only have them in Beige...
Forum: Interior
03-18-2015, 03:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,806
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 4th gen/3rd gen seat belts

Thanks again Ray for taking your time to post here.

The reason for using the 4th gen seat belts was because they use the more modern single retractor. Also, we know from experience that if you...
Forum: Interior
03-15-2015, 01:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,580
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Looking for the perfect floor mats.

Nowhere,

Thank you for following up on this. It looks like yours is both slitted and molded. I'll post some pictures a little later how mine look.

When did you order these?
Forum: Interior
03-15-2015, 11:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,580
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Looking for the perfect floor mats.

Hmmm. My Lloyds set is about 10 years old and are not molded. I have seen a supposed Lloyds set from a few years ago where they are not molded but have a slit on the passenger side mat that makes...
Forum: Interior
03-15-2015, 11:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,806
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 4th gen/3rd gen seat belts

Not my style, thanks. Also, I am not talking about just receivers, but rather the whole front belts.

John
Forum: Interior
03-14-2015, 11:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,806
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 4th gen/3rd gen seat belts

Hi Ray,

I see your belts use a single retractor instead of the OEM dual retractor. In light of this change, can you describe what is different about these belts vs 4th gen belts. I was planning...
Forum: Interior
03-14-2015, 11:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,580
Posted By 87350IROC

Looking for the perfect floor mats.

Hi,

I have some really nice Lloyd's mats from about 10years ago. I am changing the color of my interior and will need new mats. I would re-order the Lloyds mats but they no longer offer the IROC...
Forum: Brakes
02-03-2015, 05:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,220
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: 13.4/Z51 with 17s.

Not all 17's have the same clearance. Measure first.
Forum: Brakes
01-29-2015, 11:50 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 17,724
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: ss brembo on third gen??

How about using the factory SS e-brake?

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7239/7232122904_a1f1b3487f_k.jpg
Forum: Interior
01-29-2015, 11:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,884
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Quality of the AAC molded carpet?

Can you do the Essex as well? Finally can you confirm or deny that the carpets are made to order?
Forum: Interior
01-28-2015, 07:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,884
Posted By 87350IROC

Re: Quality of the AAC molded carpet?

Cool. Obviously I don't have much of a choice, I have to get the carpet from AAC. Is the passenger side front floor mat molded? I have had flat ones in the past and they don't sit correctly around...
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