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Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-20-2019, 12:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 380
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1989 Camaro rs 2.8 acceleration problems

No prob- it's sold by Advance Auto, GP Sorensen FS6! Let us know if you can pull any codes
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-18-2019, 11:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 380
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1989 Camaro rs 2.8 acceleration problems

I had this happen on my 2.8 Sport Coupe- the fan motor died because I had it wired to run all the time. I had no trouble replacing it tho, and helpful hint- there's a direct fit temp switch that can...
Forum: V6
07-09-2018, 02:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 465
Posted By LiveIt!

Nasty clattering sound- damaged transmission mount?

Hey guys, recently the bulletproof 2.8 has started making this awful clattering noise, loudest cruising around 15mph in first and least noticeable while cruising in 3rd & 4th. 700r4 btw. You can hear...
Forum: V6
07-09-2018, 02:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,032
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: identify this sensor - rear of intake - 2.8

Just the cold start switch! The tube is just metal with a kinda plastic coating. Black plastic is just the connector plug for the switch. Try not to break it because you'd HAVE to find one off a...
Forum: V6
04-24-2018, 01:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Bogging at idle when warm at stops - vacuum leak from booster? electrical?

A bit, I read it's supposed to read around 4.50 but the most you're likely to get it to read is around 4.0, haha
Forum: V6
04-24-2018, 12:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Bogging at idle when warm at stops - vacuum leak from booster? electrical?

Ran more tests and hopefully fixed the issue- TPS tested fine with .56/.57 volts with key on, responded well when moved up to about 3.88 at WOT/as far as i could get the thing to open.

Cleaned...
Forum: V6
04-23-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Bogging at idle when warm at stops - vacuum leak from booster? electrical?

Ran some tests on the car today- Holds vacuum at 16hg, stomping brakes doesn't affect the gauge, but stomping fast enough the car acts as if she'll stall. She was idling fine thru the stops in a...
Forum: V6
04-22-2018, 10:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Bogging at idle when warm at stops - vacuum leak from booster? electrical?

Yea I was thinking about how it only happens when warm, maybe the leak doesn't happen when it's warm, but when the brakes & booster are "warm"...pedal's definitely hard tho, so I'm gonna look into...
Forum: V6
04-22-2018, 01:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Bogging at idle when warm at stops - vacuum leak from booster? electrical?

I haven't, but the more I look into it the more I'm faulting the booster. Hard brakes, stumble at idle, I think I'll look into or replace it first. If that doesn't help I'll check those next, thanks...
Forum: V6
04-22-2018, 11:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By LiveIt!

Bogging at idle when warm at stops - vacuum leak from booster? electrical?

Hey guys, I've been trying to track this issue down on my 2.8 Sport Coupe but it keeps showing up. When the car first starts up and gets to a stop, she'll idle just fine. Once the car hits operating...
Forum: V6
04-02-2018, 12:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 512
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1990 firebird deacceleration problem

Checking for any obvious vacuum leaks wouldn't hurt at all, do you have a high idle?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-21-2018, 10:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Adjusted/Repaired TV cable on 700r4, shifting late

Hey there I appreciate the reply, I adjusted it again to 2 clicks this morning and went for a short test drive, shifting SMOOTH now! Can't wait to hit the highway! :D
Forum: V6
03-20-2018, 09:22 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 19,150
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: What did you do to your v6 today ?

Loving the new injectors! Fixed TV cable but trans is shifting late....gotta figure that out haha
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-20-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By LiveIt!

Adjusted/Repaired TV cable on 700r4, shifting late

Hey guys, I've been driving with my TV cable rigged to the throttle (and it shifting fine) for awhile now, and today while replacing the fuel injectors I replaced the plastic clip that was broken on...
Forum: V6
03-19-2018, 07:01 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 19,150
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: What did you do to your v6 today ?

I'm off tomorrow so planning to give the Sport Coupe some much needed TLC! Re-manufactured fuel injectors, fix & adjust TV cable, oil change, and of course and a nice bath :p Gotta fix a small belt...
Forum: V6
03-19-2018, 06:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,122
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: EGR Vacuum Switch help

I honestly wouldn't know, Your best bet is probably going to be a junkyard or ebay...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-19-2018, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,191
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 92 Camaro RS, help diagnosing rattling sound?

Also running an Autozone alt in my V6 Sport Coupe, haven't been stranded in over 4,000 miles :D
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-11-2018, 09:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 322
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 3800 Random misfire/stumble

Bingo on the vacuum lines- I looked into it and the code it was throwing is P0300 Random/Multiple Cylinders misfiring, most common cause is vacuum leaks. Something told me to check the vacuum...
Forum: V6
03-09-2018, 04:37 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 19,150
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: What did you do to your v6 today ?

I'm pretty sure they were Monroe, I had a shop do the work. Definitely handles a lot better!! :D
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-07-2018, 06:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 322
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 3800 Random misfire/stumble

Just knew I was going to jinx myself....It's back! Next on the list: Plug wires, Ignition coils, new harness for injectors. Fun fun fun :p
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-05-2018, 08:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 347
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Can't Hear Noise from Fuel Pump any more with key on

At 157,000 I'd definitely consider a new fuel pump, but you can test the original one easy. To be certain it's the pump, run +12v to the G terminal on the ALDL under the dash. This bypasses...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-05-2018, 08:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 322
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 3800 Random misfire/stumble

Hey there! I ended up putting in new NGK Laser Iridium plugs, problem hasn't shown up since! Before too long I need to change the wires too though, just to be sure they're not shorting out against...
Forum: V6
03-05-2018, 08:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 365
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Replace water now car will turn over but wont started

What's harder to diagnose is how you got a V6 in a Z28 :p

Let's get the basics first, does the car have spark? Was timing messed with any?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

Alright, keep us posted! :thumbsup:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

Sorry for late reply, so at the fuel pump relay the orange wire should always have 12v, the dark green/white wire should have 12v with the key on. That should activate the relay and send power out to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

That's weird then, you said you had power to the orange wire on the oil pressure switch and it looks like the same wire also powers the FP relay, so you should have power there and if the relay is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2018, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 322
Posted By LiveIt!

3800 Random misfire/stumble

Hey guys, I know this is a third gen forum buttttt....... ;)

The other day my 3800 fourth gen had a slight stumble/misfire to it when I just got back from a trip, and just didn't sound healthy. It...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2018, 10:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

I think the "Hot in Run" is talking about the wire going to the crank fuse, the red wire should be hot after the engine has cranked long enough to build up oil pressure and close the switch. It's...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-12-2018, 07:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: just purchased sport coupe with 20k miles

My 2.8 says she likes 5W30 ;) New fluids wouldn't hurt at all. Sounds like you got a great daily driver, let's see some pictures!
Forum: V6
02-09-2018, 08:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 559
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: extreme leaning out in open loop... need ideas

Stock 3.1 Multec injectors? I'm running them in my car and funny things definitely happen when the car's warm, I'll sometimes get a volt drop, and some engine noise. I think my issue is they're...
Forum: Cooling
02-07-2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 678
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Overheating when not on bi level ?

I thought on some of our dual fan cars the second fan kicks on with the AC?
Forum: Interior
02-07-2018, 10:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,710
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Public Safety Announcement

Very scary, but glad you and the car are OK! I'm also a fan of giving some gas to hear that GM Thunder, I'm gonna go check my panel now before I lose my 2.8 :p
Forum: Brakes
02-06-2018, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Car went for test and .....

Good luck, get that Third Gen on the road!! (Legally!! :p )
Forum: Body
02-06-2018, 09:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,602
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Personalized plates - Let's hear 'em

My tire-burning 2.8 Sport Coupe proudly wears "SLOMARO" :D
Forum: Brakes
02-06-2018, 09:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Car went for test and .....

As in it's locking one side before the other or not locking it at all? Maybe the drums are out of adjustment on one side? You could try resetting them by adjusting them both until a slight drag is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-05-2018, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 392
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Whew! Too much work.

Anything to keep a Starship Camaro on the road!! I love those nights where my Sport Coupe throws one issue after another, but it's all worth it when you're back on the road :D
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-29-2018, 12:18 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,557
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: From Base to Bad, My 86 Sport Coupe Build Thread.

That car was bad to begin with!! :p but let's see where she'll go :D
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-24-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,184
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Got fuel, Spark, and compression, still no start?

Yes that's the easiest way!! ;)
Forum: Convertibles
01-24-2018, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: sun visors

Just look up Summit Racing :thumbsup:
Forum: V6
01-23-2018, 05:52 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 19,150
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: What did you do to your v6 today ?

Gave the Sport Coupe some serious love, all new shocks, struts, rear springs, and some new steering components. Driving and handling like she's all new again :D next up, new injectors....then...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-22-2018, 04:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 876
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Why does my car set so high?

Just had all new shocks struts and springs put in my car, made a huge difference in ride height, I was shocked at first too!! :D
Forum: V6
01-22-2018, 02:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,541
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Camaro 2.8 Specific Fuel Injectors?

Will do and will report back here, thanks! ;)
Forum: V6
01-22-2018, 02:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,541
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Camaro 2.8 Specific Fuel Injectors?

So across the 2.8 the 3.1 and the Fiero 2.8 the injectors are all 15 pounds? I thought the fbody 2.8 was 13 and the Fiero and 3.1 were 15? I have stock 1991 3.1 injectors in my car now and get the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-22-2018, 01:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,184
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: Got fuel, Spark, and compression, still no start?

Hey dude, went down this road with my 88 Sport Coupe 2.8, been a great daily driver for almost 3,000 miles now!

have you checked under distributor cap for signs of corrosion? I rebuilt mine with a...
Forum: V6
01-22-2018, 08:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,541
Posted By LiveIt!

Camaro 2.8 Specific Fuel Injectors?

Hey guys, I'm looking at buying re-manufactured fuel injectors for my 2.8 Sport Coupe, the 3.1's I've been running are starting to short at idle, esp. in morning or after long trips (with a voltage...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-19-2018, 06:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

No problem! Let us know what you find :thumbsup:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-18-2018, 10:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

Here's a wiring diagram for a 1982 305 w/ CrossFire injection! Doing the +12V to terminal G will completely bypass the relay system and force the pump to run as long as the 10A fuse is good and the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-18-2018, 08:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

You need to run the +12v from your car's battery, when I did this on my car I just used a wire stripped from a piece of outdoor extension cord :p worked fine for troubleshooting hahahaha I'll try to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-18-2018, 08:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 510
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: should I park it

No, don't just park it and give in! My car sat parked for months while I chased everything to get her on the road. Best feeling in the world when I did! We just need to trouble shoot and find out...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-17-2018, 06:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By LiveIt!

Re: 1982 Trans Am 305 cfi fuel pump issue

If you have one, check the 20v fuses next to the battery. You can also try running the pump manually by giving +12v to the G terminal on the ALDL diagnostic port below your dashboard, Terminal G is...
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