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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-08-2023, 10:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By Annihilate

Problems with diverter valve? (A.I.R)

Hey guys, I've been chasing down a weird misfire and low blms for a while now.

I've eliminated many things however it still hasn't been 100% fixed.

Here is a quick list of what I've done so...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-13-2023, 10:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 466
Posted By Annihilate

Motor mount method question

It sounds like I'll be doing motor mounts to eliminate any possibility of issue. Doing some research im aware this will be unfun. Looking to not remove anything as my head isn't big enough for all...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-13-2023, 09:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 800
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Starting to get pretty upset...

Rock and roll man, ill do this when I get home in a few hours.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-13-2023, 09:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 800
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Starting to get pretty upset...

I used a GM Genuine:12551537 for the balancer. As far as the flywheel goes, I have yet to get a visual inspection on it. Id have to assume the dowel pin was still there, unless they're known to fall...
Forum: TPI
07-13-2023, 06:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 739
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Injector problem? Something else?

Interesting. I have replaced the ICM but I was unaware of these other components as potential culprits..

I'll look into this, thanks!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-12-2023, 11:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 800
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Starting to get pretty upset...

I haven't swapped out anything significant as far as drive train goes since I've had it. I believe its all original. I did have a minor accident a few years ago that im still swearing over however. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-12-2023, 06:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 800
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Starting to get pretty upset...

The mounts are original. I was kind of afraid of it being the mounts.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-12-2023, 05:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 553
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Help with timing, IAC, TPS

Yeah, its not exactly hard, but it is tedious. If you do make sure you're careful with retightening any bolts as the plenum holes are fairly easy to strip.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-12-2023, 05:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 553
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Help with timing, IAC, TPS

One thing I'd check is fuel pressure to make sure you're not leaking down. When I installed an aftermarket adjustable fuel pressure regulator, it would not hold pressure regardless of what I did....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-12-2023, 04:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 800
Posted By Annihilate

Starting to get pretty upset...

Hey guys,

Transmission fill plug is still stuck, but I got the rest of the car together.

Unfortunately im pretty pissed off.

My car is still running rough, not terribly rough, but its...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-11-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 643
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some help finding parts?

Well the mystery remains, I've replaced the sensor and pigtail. Hopefully that does something.

I'm beyond mad at the car right now, and its on stands and nearly out of gas. Can't let it run too...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-11-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 643
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some help finding parts?

Yeah, the gauge settles at 0 cold. And incrementally increases as it warms up.

The sensor came out pretty easy, I didn't take it out all the way cause I don't have the replacement yet.

The...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-11-2023, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 643
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some help finding parts?

So I just got my car started again for the first time in a month, and I had to be sure, but my temp gauge still works even without this sensor?

I'm fairly certain it's worked for as long as I've...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-30-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

Wellp, I used the tool, got a couple good pulls on it, potentially even saw the bolt move a hair, though now I'm doubting myself.

I'm angry and defeated. I suppose the next step is to find...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2023, 03:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 643
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some help finding parts?

Any idea how I could test the current sensor if its just the wire that needs to be replaced?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

There's no way I'm putting the old one back in when I get it out lol. I got replacements already.

Anyone know the torque spec for these?
Forum: DIY PROM
06-29-2023, 12:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 527
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Searching for bin and question about camaro vs firebird

Thanks guys, yall rock.
Forum: DIY PROM
06-29-2023, 08:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 527
Posted By Annihilate

Searching for bin and question about camaro vs firebird

Hey yall,

I am finally getting my car buttoned up again. The goal is to have it run as well as it can in stock form.

I've finally installed a set of the Delphi fuel injectors and got rid of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 643
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some help finding parts?

Much appreciated!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2023, 06:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

I think I tried to use just a plain 3/8 wrench in there. However I don't think I was seated all the way during the first few attempts. It's in there unreasonably tight. I heard some people put Teflon...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-29-2023, 06:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

I purchased a kit of these, they look handy, will try it out later today.

Thanks for the tip.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-28-2023, 08:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 643
Posted By Annihilate

Some help finding parts?

Hello, while doing spark plugs I've just found that I've had a sensor wire burn through! I don't know how long its been like this, but can someone help me find the right sensor and pigtail?
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-28-2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

There is fluid inside, I'm just positive it's a bit low. I can't tell how much I have.

I'm gonna wail on it a bit more when I get home later before finishing up my new spark plug wires.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-28-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

Uhhh, it looks like this, NPT.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1974/1687968005_200d6346a0e383a030550111ba0e21e58afcd1a8.jpeg

The inside has been essentially rounded.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-28-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

Thanks for the tip! Unfortunately I don't have the tools to weld something on, I was thinking about drilling it out, but I am a bit concerned about getting flakes into the case.

Is there something...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-28-2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 978
Posted By Annihilate

Some ideas for a stuck bolt?

Hey ya'll,

Finally getting my car back together however I have ran into a problem.

The fill plug for my t5 transmission is super jacked up.

What are some ideas on going about getting this...
Forum: TPI
03-25-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Annihilate

Re: How much vibration is normal in neutral?

Suppose it wouldn't hurt to try with Southbay.

I've done the tuning and data logging as best as I could in many different configurations with the Bosch 3s including the injector offset based off...
Forum: TPI
03-25-2023, 04:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Annihilate

Re: How much vibration is normal in neutral?

Id like to know for sure if this was the issue before dishing out near $500 dollars for these puppies.

Almost would wanna do it just to eliminate the idea entirely.
But cash is tight.
Forum: TPI
03-24-2023, 08:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Annihilate

Re: How much vibration is normal in neutral?

I've just read the 89 tune is the most optimized for the the 305 MAF so I wanted the updated information.

The cold start injector doesn't bother me either way, though I have a block off kit if I...
Forum: TPI
03-24-2023, 01:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Annihilate

Re: How much vibration is normal in neutral?

I was worried about the injector gig, as I've felt that was my problem.

Money has been tight. I also unfortunately feel my plug wires aren't the highest quality so I'm going to be dishing out...
Forum: TPI
03-24-2023, 12:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Annihilate

Re: How much vibration is normal in neutral?

You can rev the car and not really feel much vibe inside?
Forum: TPI
03-23-2023, 10:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Annihilate

How much vibration is normal in neutral?

Hey there guys.

Still haven't figured out all the ailments in my poor Camaro.

I'm curious as to how much vibration should be felt in neutral at varying RPMs? I understand this is a muscle car,...
Forum: TPI
11-30-2022, 04:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 739
Posted By Annihilate

Injector problem? Something else?

Hello again,

So I have made two steps forward one step back many times over the past year.

As the year comes to an end I am desperately trying to get my car to run as it did when it was stock....
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-18-2022, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 740
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Stainless Door Sill Plates NEW

If you decide to manufacture these in the future...

I would be interested if something like this could be added:...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-18-2022, 05:38 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 62,725
Posted By Annihilate

Re: power window relay kit EASY to install!

I'm assuming that the radio silences means that these are no longer being made?

Bummer...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-17-2022, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 648
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Looking for TPIS Insider Hints Book

Well I guess that solves that. Thanks for saving me a couple bones, I found one from 96 that covered the LT1 as well, they wanted 90+ shipping lol.
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-17-2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 648
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Looking for TPIS Insider Hints Book

Any books that really details the ins and outs of the LB9 engine? Tricks, tips, general stats, things of that nature?
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-17-2022, 05:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 648
Posted By Annihilate

Looking for TPIS Insider Hints Book

Hey guys,

Came across the name of this book from a tech article, it would be really nice to have for my ever growing literature collection for my car.
Slowly learning all the ins and outs and...
Forum: Electronics
11-12-2022, 05:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 404
Posted By Annihilate

Alternator Upgrade Question

Hey guys,

Looking to upgrade my alternator, I was looking at this one from Hawks - https://www.hawksmotorsports.com/1988-1992-camaro-firebird-305-350-v8-140-amp-high-output-alternator/ at $174 +...
Forum: DIY PROM
09-18-2022, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 389
Posted By Annihilate

Finding data in regards to code 36 and a different question

Hi there folks,

Finally got myself some tuning equipment/burning equipment.

My primary purpose for doing this was to eliminate this code, I see the flag to disable it easy enough, but I have a...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
09-16-2022, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 286
Posted By Annihilate

Re: WTB set of 4 silver IROC-Z center caps

I was recently just looking for these.

Hard to come by these days, keep your eyes open on Ebay.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-16-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,806
Posted By Annihilate

Re: **PICS**Misc Interior Parts 4-sale

How much for the ash tray? Does it have the functioning lid?
Forum: LTX and LSX
09-02-2022, 03:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Looking for a comprehensive list... (Potential Engines)

Ideally close to 20 city.

Anything around or above 16 would be great honestly lol.
Forum: Electronics
09-02-2022, 03:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 495
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Brights think that they are on

It's strange to me, because when I have them set up the original way, which was the low beams activate with the brights on, and the brights activate when I shut off the low beams.

They worked...
Forum: Electronics
09-02-2022, 01:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 495
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Brights think that they are on

So I repinned it as to match our pigtail. Now I cant turn the brights off after turning them on?

Actually after about 3 seconds the passenger side brights shut off.

Driver side stays on?

The...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-31-2022, 05:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,152
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Front suspension kits

I'm considering buying these, if/when I get them I'll throw up a review on the install and first impressions!
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-19-2022, 03:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Looking for a comprehensive list... (Potential Engines)

That sounds great, thanks for taking the time to help me break this down a little.
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-18-2022, 09:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Looking for a comprehensive list... (Potential Engines)

Moving forward, I am looking for the best combo between fuel efficiency and power. My 305 running as funny as it does right now gets about 16mpg city. I'd really like to stay above that if possible....
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-18-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By Annihilate

Re: Looking for a comprehensive list... (Potential Engines)

Awesome reply, thanks for sharing this. Picking up my transmission this weekend, got a pretty good deal. Hoping to have the same luck with an engine.

Thanks again!
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-12-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,039
Posted By Annihilate

Looking for a comprehensive list... (Potential Engines)

Hey there everybody,

I am getting the itch to do a swap again, and I am heavily considering a junk yard "LS" swap.

As someone not too confident with the identifying of engines or of the...
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