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Forum: Convertibles
Yesterday, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1,071
Important/Useful : Your Convertibles
Views: 192,587
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Your Convertibles

Show quality is for show cars. I need a repaint too, but not gonna do a high dollar paint. I wanna drive it and not worry about road chips too much.
Those two nuts on gfx rocker are a bit of a pain....
Forum: Convertibles
04-28-2024, 05:29 PM
Replies: 1,071
Important/Useful : Your Convertibles
Views: 192,587
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Your Convertibles

Nice to see you've stuck with it all this time. Definitely keep it the original yellow. Will be nice to see this when its done.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-22-2024, 12:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 421
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Inflated the spare

It would have been nice of ASC to resolve this while prototyping the vert.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-21-2024, 11:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 421
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Inflated the spare

Have you tried putting either one in your 3rd gen spare tire compartment? I cant even get the 14" inflatable one in mine. Original was 14" inflatable and was a b!tch to pull out, but even harder to...
Forum: History / Originality
04-21-2024, 10:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 310
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Factory TPI Water Pump

Ive noticed the OE castings also have a weep hole on top, not just on the bottom, correct?
Forum: Interior
04-21-2024, 10:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 123
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Center Vent Dash Part

I made a flat steel brace (yellow),1/4 wide, bent the ends to fit inside the dash. Drilled holes on the ends and dash to match. Installed rivets (blue) thru the holes. The brace pulls the sides...
Forum: Interior
04-21-2024, 09:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 72
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Climate Controls busted

Remove the hush panel on the passenger side dash. The cable connects there to the vent it controls. Might be something binding there as mentioned.
Forum: Body
04-20-2024, 11:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 134
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Hood Hinge to Fender rail

Correct on both.
Forum: Convertibles
04-20-2024, 05:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 431
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Top replacement pic overload

My 89 has them. You can see the staples at 5:48 in the vid above. They're used to hold the stay pads in place. I dont think having/not having a headliner matters.
Forum: Convertibles
04-19-2024, 09:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 431
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Top replacement pic overload

Nice work. Are you gonna re-use the headliner? It looks like its starting to fail.
Forum: Convertibles
04-19-2024, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 127
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Help ID this part

It doesn't look like it. At least not on the topsonline top i got.
Forum: Body
04-19-2024, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 123
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Aftermarket 3rd brake light for a 91?

There's no ABS on third gens. Also since he probably still has bulbs on the taillights. He shouldn't have any issues with LEDs in the TBL. One can buy a red LED board on the-bay or Ia-mazon and DIY...
Forum: Body
04-19-2024, 06:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,465
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: How do fill my antenna hole in front fender

9 years later though. :D
Forum: Southern California Area
04-19-2024, 05:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 345
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Engine rebuilt, now I'm over my head

Well, if you ever get to a point you need help. Im in Irvine, so not too far away from you. Side note, a buddy of mine w/ three 3rd gens works at Disneyland.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-18-2024, 05:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 490
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: TMI Products: New 3rd Gen Interior Parts

I doubt the "3rd gen" seats will be that much different than the "other" seats already offered. Headrest option being one of them....
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-17-2024, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 490
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: TMI Products: New 3rd Gen Interior Parts

Not too surprised about the pricing.. good looking stuff though.
Forum: Electronics
04-16-2024, 11:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 79
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Rear hatch pull down bolts

They're just regular 13mm bolts, about 3/4 long. I forget the pitch, but any hardware store should have something that'll work. At least til you can locate OE bolts, if thats what you're asking.
Forum: Electronics
04-16-2024, 11:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 195
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: C100 bulkhead connector HELP

Thats what i was gonna suggest. You should be able to grab the nut on the other side. It fits into a hexagon that holds it inplace. So it may be stripped now.
Forum: Carburetors
04-13-2024, 02:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 230
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: My E4ME- What did I screw up?

Ive seen carbs missing that spring over the years. Not sure if they fell off or never had them, but i never got what it really does that the leaf wouldn't do anyway without it there.
Forum: Carburetors
04-12-2024, 10:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 230
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: My E4ME- What did I screw up?

Not the best example, but this is from the FSM. Not sure exactly how the spring affects cold starts if its missing....
Forum: Carburetors
04-12-2024, 10:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 230
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: My E4ME- What did I screw up?

The part in red should just touch the green tab (blue circle), but only after you apply vacuum to the diaphragm attached. With the engine cold, close the choke valve by tapping the throttle, apply...
Forum: Interior
04-12-2024, 12:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 228
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Center lid RPO Coded

Go easy on it though. Its easy to burn the label, 10-30 seconds and the adhesive goes soft.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2024, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 269
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Smaller Wiper motor

Been looking for years myself. Someone here used an S10 motor, but i wouldn't ay it was a direct fit.
Forum: Cooling
04-10-2024, 09:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,283
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Functional CAMARO HOOD LOUVERS!!!

They're all over ebay, pretty cheap too.
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/auto-detailing-appearance/785517-check-out-my-ebay.html
Forum: Interior
04-10-2024, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 228
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Center lid RPO Coded

A heat gun will soften the adhesive. Doesn't take much heat to remove.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-07-2024, 11:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 842
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Midwest Chassis subframe connectors

I got my alstons back in the 90s when Saleen used to sell them under a different name. Plus ive got global west that run along the rocker. Both are tubular, didnt want to mix tube with sqaure SFC.
Forum: Body
04-07-2024, 11:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,868
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Exterior door handles

The 90s era door handles on caddy/grand am fit well on our cars. Very sturdy design.
Forum: Members Camaros
04-07-2024, 10:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,165
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Father and Son - First Car

That color looks fantastic, great work. Like the Vega too.
Forum: Interior
04-05-2024, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 110
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Rear View Mirror Torx and Connection Cables

Dont know of any grey buttons. Maybe you have an aftermarket mirror. Try you tube for a vid.
Forum: Carburetors
04-04-2024, 09:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Need help with 85 Firebird

Probably still need the regulator. Carb psi is around 8lbs.
Forum: Carburetors
04-04-2024, 12:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 306
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Need help with 85 Firebird

Is the car an H.O. model? High Output 5.0, those engines used both mechanical and electronic fuel pumps.
Forum: Interior
04-04-2024, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 110
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Rear View Mirror Torx and Connection Cables

Harness plugs into the back of the mirror. Disconnect by pushing down the lock clip. Torx is either 15 or 20mm.
Forum: Interior
04-03-2024, 08:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 224
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Dashboard Vibrating Noise

You can almost point at a spot on these cars and you will most likely find a squeak/rattle/groan or some other noise. Sometimes the cause is under the hood or from the suspension that transfers into...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-03-2024, 07:45 PM
Replies: 1,252
Views: 137,249
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Parking Lot Paparazzi

Like that white T/A, i think thats a 15th anniv car, very nice too.
Forum: Southern California Area
04-02-2024, 11:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 345
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Engine rebuilt, now I'm over my head

Did you move to OC or moved away from? Assuming that's orange county Ca, but you know what happens when one assumes.
Forum: Interior
04-02-2024, 11:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 224
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Dashboard Vibrating Noise

Rattling is a standard feature in most every 4rd gen. Removing the dash pad and driving it might help determine the source. Thats where id start.
Forum: Interior
04-02-2024, 11:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 518
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: My local public library printed me some new tail light nuts and trim clips

Was the librarian hot too? But seriously, ida never thought your local library would offer anything like this.
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-31-2024, 08:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 428
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: AFR LS3 Enforcer head

Interesting. Any chance they'll be 50 state legal?
Forum: Carburetors
03-30-2024, 01:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 247
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Seeking carb help: E4ME out of a 1984 camaro

Something like this IIRC. The big hole in the spring goes on that spacer behind the screw head. It should move freely once the screw is tightened....
Forum: Interior
03-30-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 554
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Iroc steering Wheel

This is mine from chuck. Currently not being used, cause i had him do another wheel in perforated leather (that i supplied). Have been using that one for some years, but this one was in use for a yr...
Forum: Interior
03-30-2024, 01:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,366
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Recover 89 Z-28 Steering Wheel

The leather kit from amazon seem to use wider cut of leather for our thinner wheels. Maybe trim it down and re-do the holes.
I used these little hole punchers i got on thE-bay. They're cheap and...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-24-2024, 02:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 31,970
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: 3rd gen Ls1 swap power steering lines????

Old thread, but what the heck. These lines are from my 84, transferred to my 89. The hi-side requires the most re-routing, but can be done....
Forum: Exhaust
03-23-2024, 10:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,205
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Exhaust manifold connecting to snorkel of air cleaner?

Necro posting, ayy.
Forum: Electronics
03-22-2024, 12:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 128
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Sigh... managed to break both ears off the fuse panel retainer....

Fuse panel? This a FB thing? Or are you talking about the two arms you push inward to release/tilt the fuse block? On camaros the fuse block is separate from the two arms. If thats the case with...
Forum: Body
03-22-2024, 11:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 117
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: 1985 Trans Am - Power Mirror Backing Plate

Probably, ebay, junkyard, FB, here, are your best bet. Also vettes, fieros and some sportier 80's era G-bodies also used these mirrors. So try those when searching. With the defroster version, you...
Forum: Car Audio
03-18-2024, 01:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 259
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Sub Box plans for Vert

A box will just use up so much trunk space, but if you never need that space or whats left and wont mind the difficulty accessing the side compartments. You can shove one in there. I compromised by...
Forum: Car Audio
03-17-2024, 10:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 259
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Sub Box plans for Vert

I got a little confused too. Completely forgot about the non verts 6x9 location :doh:. You can cram 6x9s in the rear seat panel, but they look like poo there. Plus i got 6.5 speakers there already.
Forum: Car Audio
03-17-2024, 06:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 259
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Sub Box plans for Vert

Just about, i mean less than an inch to spare and yes, it blocks some of the sound, but not to the point its useless.
erock, what do you mean.
Forum: Electronics
03-17-2024, 02:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,917
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Tapping Fuses from the Block

I dont think i would use that junction (behind the kick panel) for high current draw. IIRC the power for that comes from the fuse box. I believe it goes to a 20 amp fuse.
Forum: Car Audio
03-16-2024, 11:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 259
Posted By 84 1LE

Re: Sub Box plans for Vert

If im ever in your neck of the woods, id be happy to show you how it sounds. Really surprised me when i hooked it up. I wasn't even trying to get more bass, it just worked out that way. I had a spare...
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