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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-11-2017, 06:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,900
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Lowering, what else should I upgrade?

I got the vogtland springs and love them btw. A decent price too
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-11-2017, 06:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,900
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Lowering, what else should I upgrade?

Keep it around 1 inch drop or a little more depending on the springs u decide. You will regret any more. I bought two cars with two inch drops and brought them both back up. Makes for some bad...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-06-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,118
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Blasphemy!!

Actually looks very nice. Noce change
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-22-2017, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 548
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: 5-speed clutch issue / question

Alot of the aftermarket heavier duty clutches are alot stiffer and in traffic quite painful on the knees
Forum: Members Camaros
01-05-2017, 04:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,000
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: I'm back!!!

I would. Have the hawks painted tail lights on my black 85 trans am and it looks real nice.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-23-2016, 04:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,062
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: January 2017 COTM **Voting Thread**

Power lumbar yes but otherwise it varies. My 96 is non-power
Forum: Electronics
12-19-2016, 06:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 601
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Fuel Gauge

Fuel sending unit
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-15-2016, 08:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,250
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Best summer/performance tire for stock IROCs

Yokohoma s-drive. Have them on my 4th gen and grab real good with lots of power going through them
Forum: Camaros for Sale
12-08-2016, 08:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,635
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: 1991 Custom Camaro Z28

20gs?
Forum: Cooling
12-02-2016, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 594
Posted By Matt trans am

85 trans am heater core

So heater core went. From what I gather dash does not have to come out for firebird/trans am. Will I need to change hoses or could keep the ones on? Is it a hard job?
Forum: Exhaust
11-20-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 539
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Need help and suggestions on exhaust

Magnaflow all the way. And won't rot out like flowmaster. Bought a 96 trans am with the flowmaster cat back. Took it off right away for the magnaflow and a definite better raspy sound. Flowmaster...
Forum: History / Originality
11-20-2016, 05:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Useful sites and questions before getting back into the game

These cars are definetely not investments. But as mentioned for fun. You will end up spending alot more than the car is worth to keep it on the road and do some tasteful upgrades. You will never...
Forum: Cooling
11-20-2016, 05:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,233
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: fitting be-cool radiator on 84 Trans Am

I would definetely not be ok with fitment like that video. Stock rad replacement is what I just put in. Very happy with it
Forum: Electronics
11-13-2016, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,852
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: At a serious loss with Brake light fuse popping instantly brake is pressed.

I wouldnt add a bunch of butt connectors. Solder and heat wrap every wire one at a time. Time consuming but cleaner and alot better in the long run
Forum: Cooling
11-12-2016, 12:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 469
Posted By Matt trans am

Heater core leaking

So my heater core crapped out. Coolant all over the carpet. If I don't use the fan will it still leak? Its an 85 trans am. Want to just store it once returned from paint shop
Forum: Cooling
11-04-2016, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,253
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: When to upgrade radiator?

Why does everybody want radiator replacements. If stock ones work fine why replace. Don't fix what ain't broke
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-03-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,574
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Fiberglass 85-90 aero spoilers

Do not buy from that pic. Its showcar. Bought one and had to scrap it and they never answered my complaints
Forum: Body
10-31-2016, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 891
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: t-top weatherstripping

Drip edge is whats needed. Ttop weatherstrip can be done late. I got mine at hawks. A 100 bucks for both or near there. Shop around contact the manufacturers. Replace the worse and go from there
Forum: Interior
10-31-2016, 06:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,377
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Cavalier Z24 steering wheel in 87 Formula

It actually looks pretty sharp
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-25-2016, 06:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,791
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Bent lower rad support

Cars at garage getting new suspension installed. I'm gonna give them ****. It cracked the fan shroud too. Nothing to be scared of structure wise? It looks more esthetic
Forum: Interior
10-25-2016, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Random T-top leak

Window seal at top? If window isn't set right
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-25-2016, 04:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,791
Posted By Matt trans am

Bent lower rad support

Alright so long story short.... Body shop I got my car painted decided to jack the front of the car up on the bottom of the rad support. It is bent in on the middle of the plate. Is there an easy...
Forum: Canadian Region
10-24-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,557
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Another junk product from showcars!!!

Guess got no choice than to go to hawks. Just sucks its expensive with the conversion. Been happy with every other product I got from them
Forum: Canadian Region
10-23-2016, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,557
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Another junk product from showcars!!!

Heard of so many bad experiences after I researched it. Obviously now the won't even answer me
Forum: Canadian Region
10-22-2016, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,557
Posted By Matt trans am

Another junk product from showcars!!!

Alright so yes I made the mistake of buying an aero wing fiberglass spoiler from showcar body parts. I should've done my research on him. So I received the spoiler... Nowhere near fitting. Crappy...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
10-15-2016, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 560
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Front floor pans

Donor car panels
Forum: Brakes
10-08-2016, 02:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 782
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: rear disc brake questions/ seized bleeders

You can always shoot it with penetrating oil multiple times and see if it loosens up the rust
Forum: Body
10-07-2016, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,402
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Best aftermarket weather stripping

Oem is best. Hard to find now. Soft seal or metro are others. I prefer the softwr metro. Soft seal tends to be stiffer.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-28-2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: 82 - 92 Lowering Springs

I would think about going that low. I just went from 2 inch drop back to 1. Too many issues with being so low to ground and fender rubbing
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-23-2016, 06:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,618
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: 82-92 Part Out

410 dana pics?
Forum: Body
09-19-2016, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 958
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Where can I get this part

Both. Don't want water in the car.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-09-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 517
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: T-56 swap

Type in t-56 swap and you'll get very answer. As easy as that
Forum: Body
09-09-2016, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 957
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Guidance on body repair options

Stud gun and pull it out as much as possible then fill it nice
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-09-2016, 06:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,774
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Founders Performance Is Celebrating

You guys need to think about Canada more... Just saying. Lots of 3rd geners up here
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-08-2016, 06:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 759
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Strong smell of fuel

Most likely too much pressure in your gas tank. Open the gas cap and see what comes out. Very regular occurence in these cars
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-05-2016, 08:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 953
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: 86 IROC Zaino'd

Nice firehawk. And those decals should def go lol
Forum: Engine Swap
09-04-2016, 09:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,140
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: 427 swap?

Alot of things. Transmission upgraded or changed. Rear end beefed up. Sfcs installed for sure. List goes on. Alot of work but depends on where you want your car to go. Nothing comes easy with...
Forum: TBI
09-03-2016, 09:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,331
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: I have to crank up to 5 seconds before it fires...

Yep need oil pressure. Like having no juice in the battery.
Forum: Body
09-03-2016, 05:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 762
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Restoring/Upgrading TA

Hawks
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-28-2016, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 608
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: ISO 3rd gen wrap around spoiler

Ya same mouting areas and comes with the necessary hardware
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-27-2016, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 608
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: ISO 3rd gen wrap around spoiler

Buy new fiberglass unit. Not worth messing around with used. Spend momey once and it's done with and looks awesome
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
08-21-2016, 06:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,391
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: 88 GTA 6 speed Swap, HSR, Edelbrock Heads etc.

I want it and it's close by
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-15-2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Vss for t56 swap

Ok thank you. Just got confused if it was the sgi-5e or c. Thanks
Forum: Canadian Region
08-13-2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 768
Posted By Matt trans am

Calling on the ontario members speicifically ottawa

Hello fellow members. I'm looking for some help/info. So I'm starting a full build on my car. I need to know if anyone has any experience with Scottie's engine or wicked garage. Looking to get a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-13-2016, 07:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By Matt trans am

Vss for t56 swap

Does anyone have a link to the dakota digital vss needed for t56 swap.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-07-2016, 10:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,311
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Humming from 4.11 rear end

So would a good mechanic shop be able to fix it? Is there any chance it won't be destroyed. The rear hasn't even run a couple 1000 kms
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-06-2016, 08:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,311
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Humming from 4.11 rear end

No it doesn't matter it's just as soon as I let off the gas and coast it's immediate.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-06-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,311
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Humming from 4.11 rear end

Guy I bought it from admitted it probably wasn't adjusted properly. Any chance this would've caused any damage to the gears?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-06-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,311
Posted By Matt trans am

Re: Humming from 4.11 rear end

And also all bearings were changed
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-06-2016, 08:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,311
Posted By Matt trans am

Humming from 4.11 rear end

So I have an 85 trans am. Just bought a 95 firebird. Has a 6 speed lt1 and 4.11 rear. Awesome running car but got a smoking deal as parts car. So the original 3.42 gears were replaced for 4.11...
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