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Forum: TPI
09-30-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 257
Posted By lasher_350

Upper plenum clip for cables

Does anyone know how and where to get one of these clips? It mounts onto the upper plenum bolt between runners on the driver's side and it clips the c/c and throttle cable. See pic. TIA!...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2020, 09:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Driver's side engine bay fuel line plastic cover

Good call! Thanks guys, yes, it's for electrical, I don't know why I thought it was for fuel lines. Mine is in decent shape although it's a bit distorted and warped a little, with a couple of cracks...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-28-2020, 08:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By lasher_350

Driver's side engine bay fuel line plastic cover

I don't know how else to describe it, unfortunately, but it's that flat, square-ish plastic cover that goes over the fuel lines sitting on the frame rail on the driver's side. About 12" long, 3/4"...
Forum: Brakes
07-12-2020, 04:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,174
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Where have all the remans gone?

I have done the research, and there are rebuild parts available at least, and it's not outside my scope of mechanical abilities, so I'll go that route I believe. I'll probably have them powder coated...
Forum: Brakes
07-11-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,174
Posted By lasher_350

Where have all the remans gone?

Does anyone know what's going on with finding remanufactured calipers for the rear end? They seem to have fallen off the face of the earth, both the iron ones and the aluminum. I just rescued an 89...
Forum: Body
06-04-2020, 12:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 960
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Best way to mask PONTIAC in rear bumper cover

This is what I am interested in, thank you very much for posting pics! I'm sure if it wipes off brass, it will wipe off the ABS plastic of the bumper.
Forum: Body
06-03-2020, 12:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 960
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Best way to mask PONTIAC in rear bumper cover

It might come to that, but I am going to try the vaseline trick first, since I'm already there. If it doesn't go as I hope, the masking thing will come into play. :)
Forum: Body
06-03-2020, 12:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 960
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Best way to mask PONTIAC in rear bumper cover

Ummmm...okay...

But that does not answer my question. The question was not "how can I get rid of the pontiac logo." Come on, guys...

First off, to remove the badging because the word PONTIAC...
Forum: Body
05-30-2020, 05:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 960
Posted By lasher_350

Best way to mask PONTIAC in rear bumper cover

Hey everyone, I've searched for a while on TGO and the interet in general, but haven't found anything really substantial to this question. I'm painting the rear PONTIAC logo on my 87 GTA gold, while...
Forum: Electronics
05-24-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,729
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Convenience Center and Flasher location

Read the previous post before yours. It explains it in detail. There are 2 flasher units, one for the hazards and one for turn signals. Sounds like your turn signal flasher is bad.
Forum: Brakes
06-23-2019, 10:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,344
Posted By lasher_350

Brake booster pin/pushrod adjustment

I recently installed a new AC Delco master cylinder and now my brake pedal feels low and a bit spongy. Is there an adjustment to be made on the pin in the booster for correct length? I can find...
Forum: Interior
05-27-2019, 08:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,610
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Firebird center console lid hinge anchor

Yup, just as I figured, that isn't available any longer, couldn't cross it over to HELP! line or Dorman either...it'll be a holy grail if any GM dealer in the country would have one in their...
Forum: Interior
05-27-2019, 02:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,610
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Firebird center console lid hinge anchor

Does anyone out there have one of these laying around by chance? Google gives me nothing!
Forum: Interior
05-24-2019, 08:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,610
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Firebird center console lid hinge anchor

That is exactly what I meant. That is awesome! Thanks for the help with that, those pictures are priceless to me!
Forum: Car Audio
05-24-2019, 04:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,360
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Firebird custom dash speaker covers

Thank you for your input. I had considered both options, and down the road I may go for the perforated plastic, but I'm considering this a prototype and it works for now. Gotta work with what you...
Forum: Interior
05-24-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,610
Posted By lasher_350

Firebird center console lid hinge anchor

Does anyone have a picture of the little plate that mounts inside the console that the lid spring hooks into? I got a new console and it is missing. I'd like to find one/make one before bolting it...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2019, 08:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,360
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Firebird custom dash speaker covers

Thanks! I don't think they look too out of place up there, better than fabric riding the tweeter anyway! lol
Forum: Car Audio
05-13-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,360
Posted By lasher_350

Firebird custom dash speaker covers

I had a problem with the tweeters in my 4" alpines hitting the factory dash speaker covers, so I modded them with a dremel, some clear plastic and black fabric. I think they turned out pretty...
Forum: Interior
03-02-2019, 11:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,050
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Firebird center console spring clip

I will definitely go take a look through my local parts houses, thanks!
Forum: Interior
03-01-2019, 05:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,050
Posted By lasher_350

Firebird center console spring clip

Does anyone know where to source the metal clip that snaps into this plastic housing inside my center console? Got a new lid and spring, but the clip looks to have long past vacated its position. ...
Forum: TPI
12-29-2018, 10:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By lasher_350

TPI throttle body cover function

I know it wouldn't be designed and on there, but I've scoured the internet as well as the forums here and all I find is cool pretty replacements, but nothing in depth about the function of the...
Forum: Body
10-30-2015, 10:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,538
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Firebird Front Bumper Reinforcement bracket 82-84 vs. 84-90

Does anyone know the size speed nut for the later model studs? I can't find anything locally that works, and I'd love to get mine fully attached. Part numbers would be awesome, but general size...
Forum: TPI
05-27-2015, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 983
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Getting harder to drive my car

Sending prayers from Wichita KS
Forum: Exhaust
08-31-2014, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,725
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Magnaflow Catalytic Converter

I just ordered that one, should be here in about a week. Looks pretty direct fit for the application.
Forum: Electronics
08-17-2014, 12:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,729
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Convenience Center and Flasher location

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Forum: Electronics
08-17-2014, 12:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 25,729
Posted By lasher_350

Convenience Center and Flasher location

Hey guys, been searching for visual aids for the location of the signal flasher and didn't find any, so I thought I'd help out and post some up for everyone else who may be looking for a quick...
Forum: Sponsored Vendors
05-12-2014, 06:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 610
Posted By lasher_350

Re: 1982-1992 Pontiac Firebird Molded Dash Pad Cover

Just put this on my list of GOTTA HAVE!
Forum: Cooling
05-08-2014, 07:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 49,177
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Vacuum leak in AC/Heater controls

Did I miss something? Which method?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2014, 10:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 435
Posted By lasher_350

Re: need help identifying these mystery parts

And one of your horns. Honk Honk.
Forum: Body
05-05-2014, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By lasher_350

Re: GTA Bumper ground effects

Check the latest Classic Industries catalog. I think they are selling them now. New parts, don't know about quality, but I do remember seeing them in the catalog. However, when I was browsing the...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-04-2014, 09:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 507
Posted By lasher_350

Re: overhead consul dome lite lens

Hawks thirdgen has new replacements, just got one myself. They run around 25 shipped.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-01-2014, 10:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,738
Posted By lasher_350

Re: May 2014 COTM **WINNER**

Heavens to Murgatroid, that's one sexxxxy beast!!!
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-29-2014, 11:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,040
Posted By lasher_350

Re: 1985 trans am

Lack of a.) fender vents, b.) ground effects of any kind (note: no holes for lower door effects even) and c.) non-Trans Am hood (4 vents) also leads one to have doubt as to the validity of the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-25-2014, 07:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 822
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Idle increase in park when pressing brake pedal

It actually increases WHILE I'm pressing down, then at full depression, it revs back down to normal.
Forum: Body
04-19-2014, 09:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 955
Posted By lasher_350

Re: front bumper removal<--- help

Thread resurrection! I'm missing the two speed nuts/palnuts (whatever you call them) on my driver's side and tried an assortment of standard size nuts that I grabbed at the parts store. Yeah, no. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2014, 08:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 822
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Idle increase in park when pressing brake pedal

Thank you, calirocz28, I will take a look at those items tomorrow and see what I find!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2014, 10:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 822
Posted By lasher_350

Idle increase in park when pressing brake pedal

Hi all, I did quite a few searches but never locked on anything like I'm addressing here.

1987 GTA, 5.7 TPI stock, no mods, 118k on the ticker. Whenever the car is running in park, and I push...
Forum: Electronics
04-16-2014, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,262
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Interior lights with door open

Thank you guys so much for answering! I picked up a BWD unit I believe, from my local O'Reilly's, and the difference is that the shaft is wrapped with black foam, which I thought would hinder the...
Forum: Car Audio
04-15-2014, 04:03 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Big 3

Yeah, my battery is on the driver's side, so I will probably have to use most of the 6' to route it nicely from the passenger side alternator to it. The grounds will still be shorter, though. lol...
Forum: Car Audio
04-14-2014, 10:01 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Big 3

Well said, devestator!
Forum: Car Audio
04-14-2014, 09:12 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Big 3

Notice how my post count isn't very high? That's because I USE THE SEARCH option to find answers to my questions. I'm not an attention seeking post-hound. If I fail to find the answers through...
Forum: Car Audio
04-14-2014, 06:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Big 3

So what you're saying is there is more than 3 to the "big 3"? Please, entertain us and explain why it's called the big 3? Also, with your wisdom, please explain also how you chiming in with a "do a...
Forum: Car Audio
04-14-2014, 04:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Big 3

:iagree::iagree::iagree::yup::yup::yup:

p.s. it's "laziness", not "lazyness"...
Forum: Car Audio
04-13-2014, 09:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Big 3

Wow, thanks for suggesting the search option, Project...you're a prince among men. Could you feel the sarcasm?
Forum: Electronics
04-12-2014, 08:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,262
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Interior lights with door open

Raised from the dead thread, but wondering if anyone has a good part number for the switch? The one at my local O'Reilly's doesn't appear to match the switch in my jamb. I'm assuming they are...
Forum: Car Audio
04-08-2014, 06:52 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 21,848
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Any interest in Custom fiberglass speaker pods?

I would be interested, but I'm not sure they would work with the GTA deluxe door panels or not....
Forum: Car Audio
04-04-2014, 04:34 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Big 3

You just described my charging system symptoms exactly! I'm glad to hear that it improved yours as it did, and now I'm definitely going to do this. Thanks for the crutchfield link, I'm going to...
Forum: Car Audio
04-03-2014, 02:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,556
Posted By lasher_350

Big 3

I'm wondering if and how many of us has done this to their babies? The big 3 upgrade with 0 guage wire for the alternator and ground. I've watched a few videos showing the how and why, and I'd like...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-22-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 415
Posted By lasher_350

Re: Noise from rear with my teen kids in the back

Tire size is correct (245/50R16). I just crawled under there, and lo and behold, for some reason, the passenger side parking brake cable wasn't run through it's chassis mounted path, thus causing...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-22-2014, 01:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 415
Posted By lasher_350

Noise from rear with my teen kids in the back

So I was hauling my two teen girls to volleyball practice last night, and heard a scraping/rubbing sound from the rear that increased with vehicle speed. After they got out, I took a drive around...
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