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Suspension and Chassis
11-19-2023, 02:34 PM
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Anyone have experience with Moog 5660 or 5608? (Tried 5662 & 5658).
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Anyone have experience with Moog 5660 or 5608? (Tried 5662 & 5658).
I'm trying to find which Moog springs to run on my 88 GTA - I have returned it to stock and am wanting a stock-ish height.
I've tried:
Moog 5662 (706lbs) - These sat just a bit too high for my...
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
11-16-2023, 10:07 PM
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Moog 5660 or 5662 for this sagging old girl?
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Re: Moog 5660 or 5662 for this sagging old girl?
Oh yeah, if they are 2" lowering then the 5662 should be great!
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
11-16-2023, 09:23 PM
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Moog 5660 or 5662 for this sagging old girl?
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777Shock777
Re: Moog 5660 or 5662 for this sagging old girl?
I've tried Moog 5662 (spring rate 706lbs) & Moog 5658 (spring rate 579lbs).
5662 = Sat too high for my liking, cutting would raise the spring rate and I didn't want any harsher of a ride.
5658 =...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-19-2023, 12:19 PM
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SOLD
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381
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777Shock777
Re: WTB AC brace for TPI
Found - No longer searching. This with the 89+ shorter serpentine routing has really helped with AC vibrations.
Still have some 'buzzing' on the alternator itself that you can feel but I'll update...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-08-2023, 03:17 PM
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SOLD
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Re: WTB AC brace for TPI
Bump, still looking!
On a related note, switching to the 89+ routing with the shorter serpentine belt has helped reduced vibrations from the AC being on and I believe this is the final step for me...
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TPI
06-28-2023, 10:13 AM
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Fuel Pressure Regulator loud ticking noise?
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Fuel Pressure Regulator loud ticking noise?
Hello TGO - I've had this noise forever of a loud ticking that I think I've narrowed down to being the FPR.
It moves with RPM and does speed up as well if you manually move the TPS - Noise has...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-26-2023, 02:47 PM
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[UT]
SOLD
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Re: WTB AC brace for TPI
Oops, you are right, I'll send another now!
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-26-2023, 12:06 AM
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[UT]
SOLD
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381
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777Shock777
Re: WTB AC brace for TPI
I'll send you a PM
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-19-2023, 09:01 PM
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SOLD
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777Shock777
SOLD
I'm looking for a specific AC brace/bolt that looks like it came on later F-bodies (90+?) for my 88 5.7 TPI
Here is a few pics of what I'm looking for - I also need the 1 long bolt if available....
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-14-2023, 12:23 AM
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WTB *CLOSE*
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473
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777Shock777
Re: WTB good condition smog pump/air lines/egr/evap 88 TPI
My old EVAP seems to be working and I just ordered some new LT1-style EGR stuff.
Looking for Smog pump/air lines/diverter valve/etc.
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-13-2023, 01:32 AM
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WTB *CLOSE*
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Re: WTB good condition smog pump/air lines/egr/evap 88 TPI
If it's a clean setup for everything definitely a few hundred seems fair.
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-06-2023, 03:43 PM
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WTB *CLOSE*
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777Shock777
Re: WTB good condition smog pump/air lines/egr/evap 88 TPI
Bump still looking.
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-31-2023, 10:43 AM
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WTB *CLOSE*
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777Shock777
Re: WTB good condition smog pump/air lines/egr/evap 88 TPI
I PM'd you
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-25-2023, 10:30 PM
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WTB *CLOSE*
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WTB *CLOSE*
*CLOSE* found all smog parts, thanks!
*Update: My old EVAP seems to be working and I just ordered some new LT1-style EGR stuff.
Looking for Smog pump/air lines/diverter valve/etc.*
Hello...
Forum:
Interior
10-13-2022, 09:20 AM
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Cloth GTA seats, change them to leather?
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777Shock777
Re: Cloth GTA seats, change them to leather?
Sorry for the late reply, I definitely appreciate everyone's input.
I'll probably go along the path that LAFireboyd recommended as I don't need some crazy nice leather setup, just looking for...
Forum:
Interior
09-07-2022, 08:46 PM
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Cloth GTA seats, change them to leather?
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777Shock777
Re: Cloth GTA seats, change them to leather?
Ah cool, I can look into those two - I'm not needing anything super crazy nice, just a set to move away from the old faded cloth.
Forum:
Interior
09-07-2022, 08:06 PM
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Cloth GTA seats, change them to leather?
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777Shock777
Cloth GTA seats, change them to leather?
Hey everyone, I have the factory cloth seats from my 88 GTA.
They need to be re-done. Does anyone sell a leather kit I could swap them to?
Finding a clean set of 4th gen leather seats has been...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-18-2022, 10:21 PM
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WTB AC Compressor Brace for 88.
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625
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777Shock777
Re: WTB AC Compressor Brace for 88.
Thanks for that link! - I ordered that brace from GMPartsGiant - 10105267.
I'll have to go look around in junkyards for that AC to T-stat brace, it looks very similar to the rear...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-18-2022, 08:22 PM
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WTB AC Compressor Brace for 88.
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625
Posted By
777Shock777
Re: WTB AC Compressor Bracket/Brace for 88.
Bump, still looking for the little metal brace that goes from the back of the compressor to the exhaust manifold.
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-10-2022, 09:54 PM
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WTB AC Compressor Brace for 88.
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625
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777Shock777
Re: WTB AC Compressor Bracket/Brace for 88.
Thank you for confirming, I always thought I was missing something there, I was also missing the alternator bracket that connects to the manifold. (luckily found a NOS one on ebay).
Oh cool,...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-09-2022, 09:18 PM
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WTB AC Compressor Brace for 88.
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777Shock777
WTB AC Compressor Brace for 88.
I'm looking for an AC Compressor bracket for my 88 GTA. When running A/C I get some vibrations, saw these pics on here.
It looks factory.
...
Forum:
Interior
05-25-2022, 08:25 PM
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3
HVAC top mode door wont open, updated with results and pics.
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300
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777Shock777
Re: HVAC top mode door wont open, where should I look? *pics*
So I've got an update and may honestly leave it this way - I personally never use Bi-Level and only use Heat for my feet when it's cold out.
After jumping around a couple threads I tested something....
Forum:
Interior
05-25-2022, 06:11 PM
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HVAC top mode door wont open, updated with results and pics.
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300
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777Shock777
Re: HVAC top mode door wont open, where should I look? *pics*
I came across this picture, it looks like I need to access the upper mode door? Is this correct?...
Forum:
Interior
05-25-2022, 04:46 PM
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3
HVAC top mode door wont open, updated with results and pics.
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300
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777Shock777
HVAC top mode door wont open, updated with results and pics.
Hey TGO, my issue with my HVAC mode selection is that it always blows on the floor in addition to the mode selected, from what I can see, the top door does not move depending on the mode selected,...
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-16-2022, 09:20 PM
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27
Parting Out 1989 Firebird Formula
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2,154
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777Shock777
Re: Parting Out 1989 Firebird Formula
Looking for all the EGR related stuff if you have it. (I believe it will fit my 88 5.7 TPI).
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
05-16-2022, 12:23 PM
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19
Evap Charcoal Canister / Purge solenoid substitute
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4,038
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777Shock777
Re: Evap Charcoal Canister / Purge solenoid substitute
Just ordered the Canister/Purge Solenoid. Thanks for all the research and links you provided LiquidBlue!
This is a great thread. I'll update once I get mine situated.
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-15-2022, 07:20 PM
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WTB Factory Wonder Bar
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361
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777Shock777
Re: WTB Factory Wonder Bar
Good to know, wasn't sure if they had different length or something like that.
If you want to PM me your Paypal info I can pay.
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-13-2022, 05:54 PM
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WTB Factory Wonder Bar
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361
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777Shock777
Re: WTB Factory Wonder Bar
All in good shape? I'm good with the 60.
Would they also come with the bolts?
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-06-2022, 08:30 AM
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8
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WTB Factory Wonder Bar
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361
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777Shock777
WTB Factory Wonder Bar
Hello everyone, looking to buy a factory wonder bar/steering brace for my 88 GTA.
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-23-2022, 05:00 PM
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6
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*SOLD*Koni Yellows Set
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777Shock777
Re: Koni Yellows Set
Hi everyone, sorry for a few days late update but these are SOLD to maxzide.
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-15-2022, 12:44 PM
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*SOLD*Koni Yellows Set
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981
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777Shock777
Re: Koni Yellows Set
Pending sale now.
Forum:
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-12-2022, 11:44 PM
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*SOLD*Koni Yellows Set
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981
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*SOLD*Koni Yellows Set
***SOLD***
Less than a year old Koni Yellows adjustable strut/shock set for 82-92 Camaro Firebird.
I had big plans for my 88 Trans Am but have since reverted to stock because it was a clean lower...
Forum:
Interior
03-09-2022, 08:28 PM
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GTA Headrest wont extend, anyone taken one apart?
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399
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777Shock777
Re: GTA Headrest wont extend, anyone taken one apart?
As an update, if you tilt it all the way back you can pull part of it down to see the threads that push/pull the piece that extends the headrest.
I shot some WD40 into the threads and kept turning...
Forum:
Interior
03-09-2022, 11:20 AM
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GTA Headrest wont extend, anyone taken one apart?
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399
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GTA Headrest wont extend, anyone taken one apart?
My Driver's side headrest won't extend more than a 1/2" or so while the passenger side as you can see in the pic extends fully.
Does anyone know how to fix this? It almost seems like the cog gets...
Forum:
Electronics
03-01-2022, 01:58 AM
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12
88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
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777Shock777
Re: 88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
As an update, I ended up getting a modified Bonneville radio from a member on here that fixes them. It looks exactly the same but don't have to worry about the GTA Mute button on the steering wheel...
Forum:
Electronics
01-11-2022, 01:07 PM
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12
88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
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2,266
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777Shock777
Re: 88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
According to the other member he said that while almost exactly the same, the Bonneville radios do not work with the GTA steering wheel controls because of some unique components in the radio.
Forum:
Electronics
01-08-2022, 08:51 PM
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12
88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
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2,266
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777Shock777
Re: 88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
I will have to send them an email, thanks vorteciroc.
I also reached out to another member on here that has been able to use the same year Bonneville radios that look similar but don't have the...
Forum:
Electronics
01-06-2022, 01:44 PM
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12
88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
Views:
2,266
Posted By
777Shock777
Re: 88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
Think if I spliced into the Mute wire to feed it full power from another live wire/switch that would work?
I think at the base of the steering shaft would work there..?
Forum:
Electronics
01-04-2022, 10:39 PM
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88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
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2,266
Posted By
777Shock777
Re: 88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
My other solution is to buy a 1990+ Pontiac radio - I believe the Bonneville's have a similar radio or move to a 4th gen's radio.
...
Forum:
Electronics
01-04-2022, 10:32 PM
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88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
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2,266
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88-89 GTA Radio LOC - Can't press MUTE, solution?
Hello TGO - I have an 88 GTA and have been trying to go back to my factory radio for appearance purposes.
From everything I have read here the Delco-Loc radios that came on the 88-89 GTA's with...
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Cooling
09-17-2021, 09:32 AM
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Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
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2,675
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Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
Very nice, I'm guessing since my thermostat issue was fixed I could probably return to the factory fans if I really wanted.
But I'll still try and pick up one factory fan and follow 1989karr's...
Forum:
Cooling
08-28-2021, 10:35 AM
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Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
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2,675
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Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
Thanks for doing all the leg-work on that! Sounds like we found a pretty good combination for the LS1 fan shroud.
I'm sure it doesn't really matter, but are you running the TPI fan on the driver...
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Cooling
08-26-2021, 05:53 PM
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Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
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777Shock777
Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
Awesome to hear it just swapped in, have you noticed any difference with the voltage gauge/lights flickering less or anything like that?
Sounds like I'm going to have to do this swap soon! lol
Forum:
Cooling
08-24-2021, 04:07 PM
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Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
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2,675
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777Shock777
Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
I thought they changed it to a 3 piece later? I'm not sure but I was able to get the 2 side pieces off ebay and they matched up to my existing one. (Previous owner must have changed it).
I...
Forum:
Cooling
08-20-2021, 09:28 PM
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Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
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2,675
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777Shock777
Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
Yep! I'm happy with those temps for sure, I'm glad it ended up being something manageable before I went about replacing the condenser.
Cool, you get the ability to drive the car all year round with...
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Interior Parts Wanted
08-14-2021, 12:02 PM
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WTB 87 GTA Steering Wheel and/or GTA Horn Button
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489
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777Shock777
Re: WTB 87 GTA Steering Wheel and/or GTA Horn Button
Let me double check, I think the one I'm looking for has the leather 'sleeves' that go further down the spokes.
Forum:
Cooling
08-14-2021, 11:48 AM
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Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
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2,675
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777Shock777
Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
Ahh that's too bad, I saw your side profile says Hawaii?
After flushing the coolant multiple times with cleaner/new coolant, new thermostat, cleaning the condenser, and getting those 2 side pieces...
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Interior Parts Wanted
08-13-2021, 06:31 PM
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WTB 87 GTA Steering Wheel and/or GTA Horn Button
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489
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777Shock777
Re: WTB 87 GTA Steering Wheel and/or GTA Horn Button
I'll go take a look through your posts.
How much are you asking for it? I can PM you.
Forum:
Cooling
08-12-2021, 11:33 PM
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66
Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
Views:
2,675
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777Shock777
Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
I'll be doing the flush tomorrow and through this weekend, I'll make sure I don't run it in for too long. Everything looks very clean but who knows, maybe there is some gunk in the engine that's...
Forum:
Cooling
08-11-2021, 03:29 PM
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66
Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
Views:
2,675
Posted By
777Shock777
Re: Car overheats either with long drive or AC on.
I ended up using some condenser cleaner foam and hosed it out, seemed to help on the drive today with AC Max doing 65-75mph for 10min on the highway then 15min of city driving. (Ambient was 87...
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