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Forum: Southern California Area
03-14-2016, 08:55 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 35,860
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: spotted fbody thread

Originally posted a pic of this Convertible on 2/10/2013 in post #190 of this thread. Here's a pic I just took of it about a week ago, still sitting right where it was 3 years ago.


It can get...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-17-2015, 03:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,189
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: My Spohn Aftermarket A-Arm and Coil Over Review

Sorry to hear about your having problems with these A-Arms, but I'm glad to hear that I am not the only one. I have a thread about spring fitment issues with these new A-Arms too.

Spohn's response...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-06-2015, 01:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,068
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Just bought some snazzy wheels :)

I'm guessing nobody has replied yet because most the answers to your questions will be subjective, based on what your own interests are and what you want to achieve, so there really aren't many...
Forum: Fabrication
03-21-2015, 12:38 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,966
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Firebird H6054 HID Retrofits

I don't think that's true, at least, it didn't used to be true, because some auto manufacturers have, in the past, released some models with HID in reflector housings from the factory. In general,...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-20-2015, 11:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,126
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: BFGoodrich G-Force Sport COMP-2...Opinions?

For people who might be partial to BFGoodrich tires, the company now offers three Ultra High Performance tires in 245/50ZR16; two of them are All Season tires, and one of those is brand new, just...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-19-2015, 12:32 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,911
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Ebay non a/c heater box

Reviving this thread to remind everyone about these ac delete boxes. They are still available.

During a recent visit to Florida, I got in touch with the producer of these fiberglass ac delete...
Forum: Convertibles
03-01-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,482
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: '91 GTA Tail lights,' 91 Base Convertible

So you have the 85-92 base bird tail lights, which have a separate turn signal socket, and you want to install 91-92 GTA tail lights, which also have a separate turn signal socket. Nothing...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-01-2015, 11:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,238
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: #45G0651 - will it fit?

It shouldn't be listed as a replacement product for any Camaro. Yes, it will fit a 36mm sway bar, but 36mm/24mm were Firebird WS6 sizes, not Camaro sizes. The largest sway bars on Camaros were...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-08-2015, 12:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,398
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Spohn's New Redesigned Front A-Arms: Very Nice, BUT...

Based on the appearance of the end links, they look like they might be adjustable in height, though I haven't messed with them to see if they are. The design somewhat resembles the design of...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-08-2015, 12:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,398
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Spohn's New Redesigned Front A-Arms: Very Nice, BUT...

The sway bar end links are available for stock applications. I'd think they could be mounted on any aftermarket front a-arm, just as they can on factory a-arms....
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-06-2015, 11:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,398
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Spohn's New Redesigned Front A-Arms: Very Nice, BUT...

I wasn't sure how well people might be able to recognize the "tube," so here's the pic, cropped and enlarged to show it better. Part of the confusion is because Spohn refers to the feature as a...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-06-2015, 04:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,398
Posted By 83HOZ

Spohn's New Redesigned Front A-Arms: Very Nice, BUT...

I don't know if people are familiar with Spohn's new redesigned a-arms for 3rdgens, released in mid-2014, but supposedly "hundreds" of you have them, yet I've read nothing about them from anyone....
Forum: Cooling
01-15-2015, 06:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 838
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Bypass heater core

If it's TPI, then all you have to do is remove the U-shaped hose between the intake manifold and the throttle body; cap the nipple on the manifold fitting(although removing the fitting and plugging...
Forum: History / Originality
01-02-2015, 06:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,735
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: GM can't find my Z28 in thier history!!

The 1983 owner's manual was not updated to reflect the L69; the manual given to L69 owners was exactly the same as all other 1983 owner's manuals. However, a loose page was inserted into the manual...
Forum: History / Originality
01-02-2015, 12:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,735
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: GM can't find my Z28 in thier history!!

If the VIN doesn't check out for the car having existed, as your thread's title implies, then what numbers match, and how do you know nothing has been changed?

All 1983 HO cars had a manual. The...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-20-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,191
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Flaming Chicken hood decal on Power Bulge Hood

Check out the hood bird decal on the 2ndgen version of the Power Bulge hood(1980-ish). The decal was designed to incorporate the bulge.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-27-2014, 02:37 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,332
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: *Poll: June 2014 COTM **Voting**

With 275/40-17 on the rear, the corresponding tire size for the front is 245/45-17.

This is a good race. Justin had a big lead heading into the stretch, but quad is making a late run for the lead....
Forum: Body
04-25-2014, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 681
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Anybody Running a WS6 Hood?

There are a lot of people with WS6 hoods, probably more on Firebirds than Camaros, but plenty on Camaros too. Best bet would be to look through threads specifically about hoods; they usually have a...
Forum: History / Originality
03-24-2014, 01:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,441
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Screaming Chicken on Thirdgens?

It wasn't cheesier, but rather simpler, smaller(because of the lack of surface area available due to the TA's hood louvers) and much less ornate than a 2ndgen decal, all of which contributed to its...
Forum: TPI
03-11-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,221
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: L98 cranks too long when cold.

I'm not a "tuner," but a simple observation that comes to mind is that 1987 used a Cold Start("ninth") injector, whereas 1989 and the 1990-1992 SD years did not. Was this taken into consideration...
Forum: Exhaust
03-06-2014, 04:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,359
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Controversial catalytic converter?! HELP!!

Just another reason CARB should be disbanded. What a scam this state runs--and gets away with!!!

The goal is supposed to be about clean air, but it's not good enough that cars can achieve that...
Forum: TBI
03-06-2014, 03:11 PM
Replies: 400
Views: 30,810
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: LO3 rebuild (HP estimates?)

I just noticed this thread, led here by a link you posted in another thread. Good reading, nice pics and vids too. Congrats on your build.

Nothing wrong with a 305. But as someone noted earlier...
Forum: Exhaust
03-06-2014, 02:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 909
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Installing y-pipe

Y-pipe fitment can be extremely tight and is very precise, with little tolerance for adjustment, so the pipe has to be well-aligned to both sides when raising it into place, which is difficult with...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-03-2014, 09:38 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,407
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Valve covers

The use of Magnesium was probably just to be "exotic." They looked good when new, but the finish didn't hold-up, and their appearance became a maintenance issue. Even polished, if not clear-coated,...
Forum: Problems / Help / Suggestions / Comments
03-03-2014, 02:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 244
Posted By 83HOZ

Suggestion to Prevent Thread Hi-Jacking and Rudeness

Thread hi-jacking is common on TGO(and probably on any discussion forum). Most of the time I think it's unintentional because people just don't realize they're taking a thread in a different...
Forum: Interior
02-26-2014, 12:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 867
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: 3M carbon Scotchcak film

Click "edit" then when the new screen appears for editing, at the bottom of the screen there will be a "go advanced" option. Click that, and you'll be able to edit the title of a thread, add pics to...
Forum: Interior
02-20-2014, 12:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 987
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: how to remove interior door handle/lock trim panel thinggy....

They're not visible. There are two screws in each trim piece, one behind the bird emblem, and one behind a small round cap in the recessed area behind the door handle.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-12-2014, 12:10 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,911
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Ebay non a/c heater box

The original link in this thread said the ad had expired, but provided a link to a relisting. Then clicking the link to the relisting, it said "page not found." That's as much as I'm ever going to...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-12-2014, 12:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 13,828
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Billet fuel door!!!

I see this 2-1/2 year old thread has been recently revived, but it looks like the Custom Billet Works product never panned-out, and this thread became about the Mustang fuel door. I'm not into the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-12-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,911
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Ebay non a/c heater box

Reviving this year-old thread. The vendor hasn't been on TGO for almost a year, and the ebay ad has long since expired, but I've PM'd him, and I'm hoping he's still interested in making/selling these...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-11-2014, 09:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,120
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Sitting and rotting: An art and inspiration thread

Here's a Camaro convertible(looks like a 91-92 Z28) that appears to have been put out to pasture, literally, in a desert area north of Los Angeles. I originally took this pic over a year ago, but I...
Forum: History / Originality
01-21-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 733
Views: 85,341
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: If they still offered 245/50/16 Gatorbacks, would you buy them?

I'm curious if you know/can find out how the dealership ended up with those tires.

I lived in Chicago 25 years ago, worked on the outskirts of downtown. And in my company's shop we kept a spare...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-31-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 24,457
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Looking for a gray Pearl paint color

Grey that's not metallic, basically a solid color, sort of glossy grey primer with a pearl effect to make the color pop. I've seen all of the examples on the road, each getting my attention, causing...
Forum: Interior
11-23-2013, 01:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,394
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Replace steering column or turn signal lever?

The rod fits between the plastic switch at the base of the steering column and a stupid little plastic piece at the base of the turn signal lever(within the column cover). When you pull the signal...
Forum: Car Audio
06-21-2013, 04:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,640
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: 83 Z28 H.O. Radio Mystery

As far as I can find, there was no orderable UL1 RPO code. The orderable RPOs for radios were YE1, YE2 and YE3.

Build sheets list many RPOs that are not orderable, but are listed because they...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-21-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 14,086
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: if they were built today.....

That means: SPEND MONEY on QUALITY parts that fit RIGHT for a CLASSY appearance and good performance.
Forum: Interior
06-04-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 25,697
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Trans Am Guage Rings

Dupli-Color Chrome. It's one of the few "chrome" spray paints that produces a decent finish. It's obviously not as realistic-looking as chrome, nor is it as shiny and reflective as one of those...
Forum: Interior
06-04-2013, 12:31 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 25,697
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Trans Am Guage Rings

Here are some pics of something I experimented with. I had an instrument cluster sitting around storage, so I sprayed the inner bezel with chrome paint, then laid the dash bezel with the trim rings...
Forum: Electronics
05-03-2013, 02:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,369
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Front Turn Signals, Front Side Markers and Reverse Polarity

Thanks for your reply. In the meantime, I found a schematic. And comparing that to what you said...



The side marker ground is provided by the blue wire from the turn socket, where the blue...
Forum: Electronics
05-02-2013, 11:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,369
Posted By 83HOZ

Front Turn Signals, Front Side Markers and Reverse Polarity

Apparently, a 3rdgen's front turn signals coordinate with the front side markers during turn signal operation through reverse polarity. In other words, when a turn signal is activated, the front side...
Forum: Group Purchases
05-02-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 17,031
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Custom Side Marker Lights!

I have a question that's only halfway off-topic, sorry, but not completely off-topic.

Since you have the manufacturer's attention, what's the possibility of reproducing the dome light lens in the...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-01-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,182
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: New Firehawk wheels mounted

How are you liking those Riken Raptors? Their speed, traction and temp ratings are excellent, and they're affordably priced. Makes them attractive. I've been eyeing them for awhile now, but in 16".
Forum: Body
05-01-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,154
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: BRA COVER

When I read the original post, my immediate thought was, he probably lives in a desert. Then I looked at his location, and... yeah. But people who don't live in deserts don't understand the kind of...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-28-2013, 10:39 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 35,860
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: spotted fbody thread

Saw a red 82/83 TA on the 14 this evening. Looked nice.
Forum: Interior
04-27-2013, 01:31 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 25,697
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Trans Am Guage Rings

Mine? It's 100% factory original. These gauge rings are the first non-stock item I'll have ever put in the car's interior in 26 years.
Forum: Interior
04-26-2013, 06:19 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 25,697
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Trans Am Guage Rings

Of course it's ok, Luis. Glad to help.
Forum: Interior
04-26-2013, 12:53 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 25,697
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Trans Am Guage Rings

A couple more I just clicked tonight.

http://carphotos3.cardomain.com/images/0016/90/61/16190916_large.jpg

http://carphotos.cardomain.com/images/0016/90/71/16190917_large.jpg
Forum: Interior
04-25-2013, 03:15 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 25,697
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Trans Am Guage Rings

They're not secured into place, just inserted for taking a pic.

My plans for these are a bit down the road.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-15-2013, 10:41 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 22,219
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: To wrap or not to wrap

Curious, why satin? Is it supposed to be more installation-friendly than gloss? Or did you just want the appearance? It looks very nice.

Now for the bigger question, why wrap? Is it just to...
Forum: Interior
04-04-2013, 02:14 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 25,697
Posted By 83HOZ

Re: Trans Am Guage Rings

Finally had time to go to the post office to pick mine up. They look very nice, Luis, thanks.
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