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Forum: Electronics
Yesterday, 08:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 97
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Oldsmobile 215

I love that little engine.

Have you talked to these guys?

http://www.aluminumv8.com/
Forum: DFI and ECM
Yesterday, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 139
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Paging STREET LETHAL

Not in years. I've sent a couple of PMs over that time, but no reply.
Forum: Members Firebirds
Yesterday, 08:37 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

Feeling more and more like the trip in mid-May is off due to work, and some other reasons, but we'll see. Not ready to throw in the towel just yet.

Front brakes are gravity bleed, so the last of...
Forum: Members Firebirds
Yesterday, 08:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 972
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Teal 92 formula 350 w ttops

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/301x368/slippery_slope_c81ebf44634b29e2cdbe362fac2815651c36d6de.jpg
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-28-2024, 09:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 123
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: KBS Coatings Spring Restoration Sale

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/540x423/kbs_8d7c505c07495006ab42b94ad4180b297b1b2d65.jpg
Forum: Members Camaros
04-28-2024, 07:16 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,580
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

Very interesting history. :thumbsup:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,727
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 86 LB9 (mostly) stock chassis dyno numbers! UPDATE: 185 WHP!

Good results kenbob. I also have a pair of L30 heads that I hope to add to my L03 in the near future.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-18-2024, 09:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 532
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Master cylinder brace

How does it feel under foot Beeman?
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-18-2024, 09:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,309
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 89 GTA refresh

Certainly a big visual improvement.
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-18-2024, 08:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 245
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Another thirdgen project 84 Trans Am

Congrats on the purchase. Looks like a solid project.
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-18-2024, 08:48 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

Work and spring-time chores are eating up all my spare time.

Got the drum back together last weekend. Also have the fuel filter bracket installed, and cleaned up fuel tank vent installed.
...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
04-14-2024, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 204
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: fitec

I bought a "bargain" used 3003 throttle body (which includes the throttle body, ECU, 4 injectors, and all the sensors and harness, but no interface or fuel pump), so I've been trying to learn more...
Forum: Cooling
04-14-2024, 08:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 717
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: GM R12 AC system rebuild

I like the digital pressure tester....it even has a FUN button! :lol:

Great results though. 90* already down there....yikes. We were still getting snow last week.
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-14-2024, 08:09 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 27,339
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 1984 Trans Am build thread - turbo LQ4 & 4L80E

Those turned out nice.
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-14-2024, 08:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 280
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Driver Qual 91 Trans Am T5 Vortec Hotcam Pro Flo XT in UK London!

Nice T/A! It's has to be no small challenge to build one of these cars outside of the U.S.
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-09-2024, 09:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 972
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Teal 92 formula 350 w ttops

All those special light weight parts probably came at a cost premium compared to their heavy steel counterparts. If marketing and finance tell you that cannot pass that cost on to the consumer, you...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-09-2024, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

That clip is a pain for sure. I have the jacks under the axle, so I'm sitting at ride height, which I think puts some things in the way (bump stop and frame section it bolts to) that might not be in...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-09-2024, 08:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 535
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Best tires for my Iroc

What are the date codes on those tires?

My Michelins have aged out. Falken Ziex 960AS going on as replacements. No miles on them yet, so I can't comment on them.
Forum: Members Camaros
04-04-2024, 08:49 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 48,059
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: start-to-finish

That certainly sucks. Hope it works out for you.
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-01-2024, 07:43 AM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

This is where mine is a little different. The other fellow had one that separated further, allowing him to get to the diaphragm and spring to clean. This one seems to be moulded into one piece on...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-01-2024, 07:32 AM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

I did make it out to the garage last night. My back was bothering me, so working on the drum was out. But working in that driver rear wheel well, I had seen my fuel tank vent close by. That reminded...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-30-2024, 07:14 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

In the old parts, like in the master cylinder reservoir, I found the floating debris to just be bits of the same film that lined the reservoirs when I drained them. I did not find anything that was...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-30-2024, 07:06 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 8,323
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Morrison Cook #98 SCCA Escort World Champion 88 Iroc

Some would say two steps forward, one step back. I always think of it as...all this work was there waiting for you, even if you didn't know. So even days that seem like steps backwards are progress,...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-29-2024, 04:43 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

3-26
Ran out at lunch and returned the wheels for re-coating. Stopped on the way back and picked up the new wheel bearings and rotors that I order yesterday. Later today, and special tool I ordered...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
03-29-2024, 03:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 123
Posted By DynoDave43

KBS Coatings Spring Restoration Sale

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Forum: History / Originality
03-24-2024, 10:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 793
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Reproduction door stickers

Mine are different yet for 1988. So that's at least 3 versions.
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-24-2024, 10:38 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

Didn't feel the best this week/weekend. I did get the driver side rear drum brake disassembled. Decided to give the special tool for the wheel cylinder a try. Took the new cylinder apart and cleaned...
Forum: History / Originality
03-23-2024, 09:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 793
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Reproduction door stickers

Haven't done a side by side comparison with mine, but it certainly looks the part. Good job. Mine are still intact, but I might grab some as spare for the future depending on the pricing.
Forum: Brakes
03-21-2024, 06:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 353
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: A little drum brake diagnosis help please

Thanks for the tips guys.

Yes, ran into this at the parts store this afternoon. "The book" listed both an English and a metric wheel cylinder. I had her order the metric ones. I will test fit as...
Forum: Brakes
03-21-2024, 11:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 353
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: A little drum brake diagnosis help please

OK, thanks for clarifying Sofa.

After a couple of days of soaking with Blaster, the nut came loose from the wheel cylinder and spun freely on the pipe, so no damage to the pipe, which is good....
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-21-2024, 11:45 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 972
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Teal 92 formula 350 w ttops

Good stuff. Those seals were certainly past it.

Plastic t-tops?
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-21-2024, 11:36 AM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

Happy Anniversary to my T/A. Bought it 10 years ago today.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/605x611/10_year_861738b1190b541c5a9a8aa641640b58db50918c.png


Well that was a...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-20-2024, 07:01 AM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

Thanks guys.

I plan to start disassembling backwards from the wheel cylinder until I find fluid. I'm taking a few days to do other work while all of the fittings soak in penetrating oil.
Forum: Members Camaros
03-20-2024, 06:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 180
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 86 Z28 project.

Sorry about the loss of your fried Phil. Getting this car back on the road would add to your great memories every time you drive it. Looks like a solid car.
Forum: Brakes
03-20-2024, 06:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 353
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: A little drum brake diagnosis help please

Thank you all for your replies.

Sofa, I have to ask....I'm not saying that you are wrong about air in the master cylinder (your track record here on this site, and my experience with your advice...
Forum: History / Originality
03-18-2024, 06:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 19,600
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 1LE Brakes - some history

I didn't realize the tank volume changed at the same time as the revision to the baffle.
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-18-2024, 05:37 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

Got the driver side strut off, old bearing off, and new bearing in place. Paused to contemplate the need for a bump stop (in a previous conversation with Koni, they said to transfer the boot and bump...
Forum: Brakes
03-18-2024, 05:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 353
Posted By DynoDave43

A little drum brake diagnosis help please

I've been working on the T/A trying to get it ready for it's first event of 2024 in May (details HERE). (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/members-firebirds/698852-my-new-1988-t-23.html#post6523506)
...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-18-2024, 01:57 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,577
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 1989 Trans am GTA Restoration Thread

Where did you get the blue boots for your Koni struts on the front?
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
03-14-2024, 09:23 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,639
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Sniper EFI

Nice catch! Sometimes it's the simplest things. Although by reputation, I'm sure your shielding efforts were not wasted.
Forum: TBI
03-14-2024, 09:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 807
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: TBI to Holley Sniper EFI Swap?

That's a nice addition to the system (and at $550 it should be), but is aimed at electronically controlled transmissions (like a 4L60E), not a 700R4. I'm not sure if it could be used for TCC only or...
Forum: History / Originality
03-14-2024, 09:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 449
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 113 MILE 1983 TRANS AM PACE CAR

:lol: Nice turn of phrase!
Forum: Car Audio
03-14-2024, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 278
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Aftermarket head unit concern

I don't "know", but I would "guess" he means that the factory radio provide a pre-amp output to the UQ7 amplifier. If an aftermarket head unit only had line level outputs (amplified outputs), this...
Forum: Car Audio
03-14-2024, 08:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 448
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Good spot to grab high current 12V for stereo

I don't know if it's there on all years/models of 3rd gen, but when I added an amp a few years ago, I pulled the power from the little distribution block behind the battery. Picks in my thread...
Forum: Body
03-14-2024, 08:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 621
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Cowl gasket

I don't know. I'll look him up and ask.
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-14-2024, 08:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 972
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Teal 92 formula 350 w ttops

Sold new in San Bernardino, eh? A nice rust free California car?
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-14-2024, 08:45 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 16,155
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 1988 GTA Project

Tray came out nice. I fought this battle some years back on mine as well. Starting here, and a few posts down are pics of mine. You will also see that I added a Battery Mat, as much to absorb any...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-14-2024, 08:39 PM
Replies: 1,176
Views: 88,414
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: My new 1988 T/A

Thanks for the link back to your thread about this. I think I have a pdf of that saved somewhere.

If mine turns out half as nice as yours, I'll be very happy.

Yes, elastic is missing. Another...
Forum: Electronics
03-12-2024, 09:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 144
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: 1988 Camaro Iroc Z

:iagree:
Forum: Electronics
03-12-2024, 09:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,111
Posted By DynoDave43

Re: Battery Experience / Advice

Tyler, I'm sorry if that's been your experience. I'll tell you this...the old school ACDelco in my T/A is the same battery that was in the car (not new even then) when I bought the car. And March...
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