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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-10-2015, 10:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 553
Posted By vdoggie

Re: WTB: Lower A-Arms driver and or passenger

thanks everyone for the offers I have secured a set
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-04-2015, 11:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 553
Posted By vdoggie

Re: WTB: Lower A-Arms driver and or passenger

does wheel size matter? i would have to double check but i know the wheels are bone stock!! how good are they? do i need to do a refurb/bushing kit etc?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-03-2015, 01:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 553
Posted By vdoggie

WTB: Lower A-Arms driver and or passenger

If you have a stock set that are in good condition not bent etc.. If you have after market that is also ok as long as it bolts up to the original equipment as I don't want to start modifying other...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-30-2015, 02:59 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 33,892
Posted By vdoggie

Re: shift knobs and emergency brake handles recovered.

I got mine back and they look amazing!! My wife is super happy as it was a wedding anniversary gift!! Thank you fierolover!!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-04-2015, 09:29 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 33,892
Posted By vdoggie

Re: shift knobs and emergency brake handles recovered.

pm set.. where do I sent my knob and ebrake and money to? he is leaving town soon and want to get it done before he leaves!!! please message me!!
Forum: Third Gen Fest '15
05-26-2014, 11:22 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,411
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Thirdgenfest '14, should there be a Resto-Mod class?

I was dumbfounded when I saw Ron's car in Modified.. I kept looking and was like ..WTF is modified on this thing? A red bar does not constitute a mod imho.. clear covers on the headlamps? No.. I'm...
Forum: Third Gen Fest '15
05-26-2014, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 742
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Thanks Denny and Beth

Thank you very much for such a fun event!! Great people, great food and great 3rd gens!! What more could you ask for??

Mike and Belinda (Bees Z) 91 Z28
Forum: Third Gen Fest '15
05-26-2014, 09:43 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,885
Posted By vdoggie

Re: "Un"-Official Pictures of 3rdGen Fest 2014

Thanks for posting pictures zero13!! Very nice shot of my wife's bright red (second picture and another later) and possibly only female owner of a 3rd gen there!! Not to mention all the other great...
Forum: Exhaust
04-30-2014, 07:31 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 18,055
Posted By vdoggie

Re: 3" Catback

I found exactly what you did from someone local and dropped the cat, had the pipe extended with the same exact muffler except the tails are 2.5 and not only did I notice but my wife was like, "wow...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
04-24-2014, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 381
Posted By vdoggie

Re: 93 Camero donor parts, large list, Clawson, MI

made by taiyota? nuk nuk ;)
Forum: DIY PROM
04-19-2014, 10:42 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,851
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

nice.. how do you like it? I'm considering getting the usb cable and the app + the PC version as well.
Forum: DIY PROM
04-18-2014, 10:23 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,851
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

got it, what? the app?
Forum: DIY PROM
04-18-2014, 01:00 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,851
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

It should.. it's a galaxy note II.. those are relatively new.. I think it's some 2.1 android phones and nearly all 3.x+ should support it I believe..
Forum: DIY PROM
04-18-2014, 11:56 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,851
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

holy smokes.. you have every right to charge a measly $19 or whatever it is for that.. I'm IT but I HATE programming.. so yeah people.. that some crazy skills right there.. I might just go with the...
Forum: DIY PROM
04-18-2014, 11:40 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,851
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

Isn't your version of WinALDL for droid based a port of the PC version or is it written from scratch?
Forum: DIY PROM
04-18-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,851
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

But I can't use the WinALDL program on a PC itself right? I'm assuming this because for the BT he mentions programs like tunepro and not WinALDL for PC and the fact it only supports 9600 baud. I...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
04-18-2014, 10:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 502
Posted By vdoggie

Re: 91 Camaro plexi glass gauge cluster

I don't really need the whole gauge cluster unless it has the higher MPH I might consider that.. I really just need the glass.. what MPH do you have and how is the condition of the glass etc? I take...
Forum: DIY PROM
04-18-2014, 10:08 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,851
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

I was looking into this because I want to decide if the usb or bluetooth is a better solution.. wireless is always nice as I can plug it into my car stereo for power from the BT adapter.. but

...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
04-18-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 502
Posted By vdoggie

91 Camaro plexi glass gauge cluster

I'm looking for the plexi glass that covers the gauge cluster from a 91 Camaro.. must be in excellent condition.. no scratches etc.. please post or pm me details.. shipping is to 60134

thank you!
Forum: Interior
04-17-2014, 08:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 451
Posted By vdoggie

Trying to remove my tachometer board.. cluster gauge removal issue

In order to remove the tachometer board do I need to drop the lower dash pad? I'm referring to the one under the steering column that has 3 torx bolts at the very bottom of it.. I removed these and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-15-2014, 10:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

So a partial update on mine... car was not running rich (plugs were new and had good wear/color), however timing was set to 9 degrees btdc.. now it's set properly to 6.. also found out the vapor...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-13-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 498
Posted By vdoggie

Re: 305 to 350.. original 305 memcal still in car!

I figured.. I'm 99% sure I have a 350 with the 22lb injectors however the 305 memcal calling for 19lb.. I should have a fix soon.. car still runs but pretty sure not optimal like you said..
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-13-2014, 08:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 498
Posted By vdoggie

Re: 305 to 350.. original 305 memcal still in car!

pull the ecm out and open the small trap door that has two screws on it..

then look for the code below and see if you have the right one..

http://www.3rdgenformula.com/91/promcodes.htm
Forum: Mid-West Region
04-12-2014, 11:46 AM
Replies: 425
Views: 22,466
Posted By vdoggie

Re: IL people where you at?

yes, about to take a nice cruise!!!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-11-2014, 05:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 249
Posted By vdoggie

WTB Vapor (Charcoal) Canister 91 Z28

In need of a solid working vapor canister for a 1991 Z28.. it appears mine has gas leak down in it as the smell of gas coming from it and or the general area is really bad.. unless someone can...
Forum: DFI and ECM
04-11-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 576
Posted By vdoggie

Re: ecm compatibility from 88 to a 91

Oh great... well.. time to buy a chip.. I should have confirmed this first. :doh:
Forum: DFI and ECM
04-10-2014, 10:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 576
Posted By vdoggie

ecm compatibility from 88 to a 91

so is an ecm with a 350 from a 1988 iroc-z compatible in a 91 z28 with a 350? Are the memcal the same and programming etc?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2014, 10:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 827
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Base timing - How to write-up?

Found it.. didn't work.. I'm pretty sure I need to align the notch on the harmonic balancer with 0 before I actually start the engine in order to check timing, yes?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2014, 11:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 827
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Base timing - How to write-up?

does someone have a picture of where this wire is? I looked everywhere!!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-09-2014, 05:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 408
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Fuel in exhaust/surging idle

Ditto but maybe not running quite rich as yours.. but you can smell it.. Today I tried to get the damn IAC off and couldn't.. I tightened back down to where I thought it was and now the car won't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-09-2014, 10:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

It doesn't help that my car is running crazy rich as well.. however I'm hoping to possibly alleviate that issue tomorrow by installing the proper memcal.. I still think there could be something else...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2014, 09:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

Cool, thanks for the heads up!! :goodidea:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2014, 06:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

how much is the fix for the gas tank and or a known good/new one?
Forum: TPI
04-07-2014, 02:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,584
Posted By vdoggie

Re: rough idle and little power after rebuild

I have an engine block number 14064535

However I can't seem to find relevant information on that #

My mechanic got it for me and had to use some scope to get it as you can't get the proper...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

Yeah that is one thing that would be nice.. if I ever do it I will check the fuel pump and see if that needs replacing because I hear it's a major pita to drop the tank etc..
Forum: TPI
04-07-2014, 09:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,584
Posted By vdoggie

Re: rough idle and little power after rebuild

Well I just found out that the original 305 memcal is still in the ecm :doh:.. and I'm pretty confident it was never flashed because it certainly wasn't removed.. unless they did the UV light erase...
Forum: TPI
04-07-2014, 09:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,584
Posted By vdoggie

Re: rough idle and little power after rebuild

I will have to find out where the regulator diaphragm is and check that out.. thanks for the tip!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2014, 08:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

Yeah I have zero pressure release. I noticed that when I have re-fueled.. well I'm not looking to replace it unless absolutely necessary. I would assume this really doesn't have any overall impact...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

yeah i'm just going to fill it up 2/3 or 3/4 and see if it smells bad.. if not then I will fill it to the highest level each time I fill up..
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-04-2014, 07:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 498
Posted By vdoggie

305 to 350.. original 305 memcal still in car!

so like the topic says I just found out why the car I bought not long ago is running rich and has somewhat of a rough idle.

whoever did the engine swap never changed the memcal in the ecm.. wtf...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-04-2014, 03:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

I'm 99.9% sure I just found the culprit.. the hacks who did the engine swap decided to leave the memcal of the 305 5.0 in it... :doh:

REALLY???? Who does a full engine swap and doesn't replace...
Forum: TPI
04-04-2014, 02:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,199
Posted By vdoggie

Re: 89 TPI 305 stumbling idle

yeah that were all good.. I also removed the connectors to each injector and the car did what it was supposed to while idling.. drop down a little bit.. however the car still had the same symptoms of...
Forum: TPI
04-03-2014, 08:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,584
Posted By vdoggie

Re: rough idle and little power after rebuild

Yeah I could check that.. I definitely have some issue with the key/ignition/vats because sometimes when I turn the key it doesn't do anything and I have seen this on both keys.. but this is a...
Forum: TPI
04-02-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,584
Posted By vdoggie

Re: rough idle and little power after rebuild

I'm going to assume and correct me if I'm wrong that even if all my injectors are testing fine at 16 anyone of them could have an uneven spray and something that could cause a mild rough idle or some...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-02-2014, 08:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 26,055
Posted By vdoggie

Re: how do i bypass vats

My key pellet reads 7.35.-7.36

So what resistors do I need exactly?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-02-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 260
Views: 49,014
Posted By vdoggie

Re: My Camaro Z28 project.

you got it blessed!! crusin with Christ now huh? ;)
Forum: TPI
04-02-2014, 10:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 902
Posted By vdoggie

Re: best HP boosters for your buck?!!!!

did you bother reading the OP? It's stock except the exhaust which was re-modified back.. so yeah I did read all the "junk" and all of it was acceptable.. I didn't see anything constructive...
Forum: TPI
04-01-2014, 10:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 902
Posted By vdoggie

Re: best HP boosters for your buck?!!!!

yeah... oooooooooh k Gandolf the gear head.. we all bow down to your wisdom of car mods.. :crazy:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2014, 10:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,918
Posted By vdoggie

Re: Raw gas smell after fill up

is that in the very back of the vehicle or more towards the front? I really want to verify this and I'm certain this is part of my gas smell.. the other is probably leaky fuel injector(s) based on...
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