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Forum: Body
07-29-2014, 07:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,000
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Multiple ways to bring a bird back to life (opinions wanted)

I agree with all of the above. The ground effects definitely need to come off. I found some more rust on mine that I would have otherwise overlooked if I hadn't taken mine off. The more rust you stop...
Forum: Body
07-29-2014, 07:02 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 41,486
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Hmmm making 85-92 Trans Am hood functional?

My construction has unfortunately come to a hault for a little while due to lack of funds and waiting for parts. I also have a four month old at home that requires quite a bit more attention than the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-23-2014, 07:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Camaro Stalls While Burning Out

I would get a fuel pressure gauge on it. It sounds like you might have a clogged fuel filter or possible the sock at the bottom of the fuel pump.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-22-2014, 07:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Camaro Stalls While Burning Out

Thank you
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-21-2014, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Camaro Stalls While Burning Out

There is not really enough info provided to acurately diagnose the issue, but I'll give you a little food for thought. An engine only needs three things to run; fuel, air and spark. IMO the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-21-2014, 03:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,733
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Car not starting

Possibly a throttle position sensor? I had an 86 IROC that would stall out when hot, but would stay running if I two footed it at a red light. It wound up being a dead spot in the TPS. Good luck,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2014, 11:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 352
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: 89 305 tpi wont idle

Put a volt meter on the TPS wires while plugged in. Turn the key on and monitor the voltage while turning the throttle slowly. It's possible you have a "dead" spot in the sensor. Also check your idle...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2014, 11:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 538
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: HELP, running rough, need to truobleshoot ASAP

With headers on it, you can check the injector operation really quickly. Use an infrared thermometer and point it at the individual header tubes, while running. The lower temps will show you the...
Forum: Body
05-07-2014, 10:37 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 41,486
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Hmmm making 85-92 Trans Am hood functional?

And that is exactly why I'm going to be building an air box, so the air is properly routed to just the filter. All other components will be the same. I also don't think anyone here is trying to do...
Forum: Interior
05-07-2014, 07:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,519
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: custom center console help!

Thanks for the advise, it's greatly appreciated.
Forum: Body
05-07-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 41,486
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Hmmm making 85-92 Trans Am hood functional?

This is what I have so far. Once I get the hood back on, I'll be working on a ram air box. I was thinking lexan, possibly fiberglass, not sure yet.
Forum: Body
05-06-2014, 01:37 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 41,486
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Hmmm making 85-92 Trans Am hood functional?

I'm actually really surprised that no one has done this mod yet. I'm currently in the process of trying to figure out how to direct the air to the filter, without the threat of water entering the...
Forum: Interior
05-06-2014, 01:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,519
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: custom center console help!

I agree. That is what I'm doing for my next one. The first one I made out of MDF is a little on the heavy side. By any chance, do you know where I can find the high density foam? I haven't looked...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2014, 07:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 685
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Intermittant high idle

Yeah, my car doesn't have cruise control, so the end of the "T" that would go to the cruise, was capped off. The cap was dry rotted and leaking vacuum. Very frustrating and satisfying find. I'm just...
Forum: Interior
05-06-2014, 07:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,519
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: custom center console help!

I honestly would, but I don't really want to be driving around this summer without a console! LOL! I don't know what your urgency is in the situation but I am going to be doing the new console this...
Forum: Interior
05-03-2014, 05:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,519
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: custom center console help!

Thanks man, I'm too much of a perfectionist, all I can do is criticize it every time I look at it. I do appreciate the positive feedback though.
Forum: Interior
05-03-2014, 12:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 33,684
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Rit Dye the carpets?

If done right, it can actually work really well. I dyed a grey carpet purple for my ex-girlfriend. I washed the entire carpet ith bleach and a scrub brush, to even out the fading and the stains. I...
Forum: Interior
05-03-2014, 12:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,519
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: custom center console help!

I'm actually working on my second design right now. My original center console was deteriorating and deformed, so instead of buying a stock replacement, I built one. I had some MDF and black vinyl...
Forum: Body
04-30-2014, 10:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Spoiler repair/modification

I'll be getting back to the spoiler within the next few weeks. I have other projects going with the car right now that are taking priority. I will be sure to post plenty of pics for the rest of the...
Forum: Body
04-18-2014, 08:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Spoiler repair/modification

Yeah, I don't know if you can tell from the picture I posted, but I actually cut the arms off flush with the spoiler, shaved them down and glued them back on. When I had it cut apart, I removed the...
Forum: Body
04-17-2014, 09:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Spoiler repair/modification

275699This is a picture of my half way progress of the modification.
Forum: Body
04-17-2014, 09:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Spoiler repair/modification

I'm not a huge fan of the fourth gen spoilers on our cars either. I just don't think it looks right. I'm pretty big on using what I have and modifying it to what I want. I enjoy the fabrication...
Forum: Body
04-17-2014, 09:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Spoiler repair/modification

How much are you asking for that spoiler?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-16-2014, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 685
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Intermittant high idle

Well, it's true what they say, technicians overlook the most things on their own vehicles. I am replying to this post out of pure humility! I am in the process of painting my engine bay and have...
Forum: Body
04-16-2014, 12:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Spoiler repair/modification

Ok, so, quick update. I tried the RTV and silicone and they both seemed to stick to the surface well, until I tried to sand it smooth. Once I started sanding, the RTV and silicone both just...
Forum: Body
04-03-2014, 02:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 511
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Trans Am wheels?

Your talking about RWD wheels VS FWD wheels. There is usually a different offset between the two kinds. The pattern is similar but not the same. Plus the GTA wheels are different offsets for the...
Forum: Body
04-03-2014, 09:26 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Spoiler repair/modification

I should clarify that I have no intentions in painting this spoiler. I am in the process of wraping my car in vinyl and am going to be wraping the spoiler as well. I just want to smooth out the...
Forum: Body
04-02-2014, 10:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,829
Posted By FBOMB90

Spoiler repair/modification

I'm in the process of repairing/modifying my factory wrap around spoiler. First of all, who the hell made the decision to make this spoiler out of this material? This spoiler must weigh 20-30 lbs and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-10-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 722
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Cam and heads questions

I have been reading up on tuning it myself. It seems like the better option than using a common chip. I have been an automotive tech for about 15 years now and have a pretty good working knowledge of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-10-2013, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 722
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Cam and heads questions

Thank you for your input Ozz. The car is 90 T/A w/ 5.0 305. I'm not sure what cam is in it. I have not had the engine apart yet. To my knowledge, the engine is original, other than the intake and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-10-2013, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,671
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: gas tank pops. charcoal canister?

Do yourself a favor, search for bulletins on your specific make and model. There is a bulletin out there, from GM, in regards to the vent or purge valve (I don't remember specifically which one it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-09-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 722
Posted By FBOMB90

Cam and heads questions

I have a 305 TPI engine w/ a 5 spd manual. I know everyone thinks this is crazy but I want to build up the engine that I have. I'd like to do a new cam and head combination but I'm not sure where to...
Forum: Interior
04-19-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,081
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Aftermarket seats???

Thank you for the input Dabesiv, I really appreciate it! I've owned this car for 6 years now and it still remains my most prized possession, even if it doesn't look that way to some people. I really...
Forum: Interior
04-18-2013, 07:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,081
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Aftermarket seats???

Just out of curiosity, what are the special brackets you are talking about? Would you know where I could find them? If not, how did you do it? Did you have the factory sliders attached to the...
Forum: Interior
04-17-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,081
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Aftermarket seats???

So I basically have to do without the sliders no matter what seat I go with, if I want them to be around the factory height?
Forum: Interior
04-17-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,081
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Aftermarket seats???

I'm not really sold on mounting the seats in one spot, although it would solve the height issue, I'd like to be able to move the seat if I had to. I'm trying to get a happy medium of comfort and...
Forum: Interior
04-17-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,081
Posted By FBOMB90

Aftermarket seats???

A while back I purchased a pair of Scat racing seats w/ the sliders and brackets to fit my car. The brackets and sliders all bolted up to the seats and the car w/o any problems but the installed...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-02-2012, 07:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 685
Posted By FBOMB90

Intermittant high idle

I have a 1990 T/A 5.0 TPI T5. I have a serious love hate relationship with this car. I've owned the car for six years now and have had the same idle issue all along. When I bought the car it was...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-01-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,459
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Vibration after lowering

I'm new to this forum and I can already tell that the people I've talked to and the posts that I've read will continue to be useful. I'm a master tech in three different car brands and still struggle...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-01-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,459
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Vibration after lowering

I've only put about 100 miles on the car this year but really want this issue fixed! It's off the road for the winter and I will try the trans mount adjustment in the spring. Thank you for the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-01-2012, 08:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,459
Posted By FBOMB90

Re: Vibration after lowering

Yes I did, but how would that cause a vibration @ high speeds? Too tall? Or too stiff?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-31-2012, 10:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,459
Posted By FBOMB90

Vibration after lowering

I have a 1990 T/A that I have upgraded almost all of the suspension on. UMI wonder bar, crossmember, rear solid lower control arms, relocator brackets, solid panhard bar and strut tower brace. KYB...
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