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Forum: Cooling
04-21-2024, 10:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 211
Posted By Reim

Re: Help 1986 Trans Am AC Pancake to rotary Compressor.

I put a new Delco OEM Style on. My 1987 IROC had a slightly different connection and had to use provided seals. I am not sure they make the exact line connection anymore. I flushed all the lines...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-02-2024, 09:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 579
Posted By Reim

Re: Koni vs KYB

I put the Koni’s on mine and really like them. The shocks on my car were beat. With larger anti roll bars and the Koni’s it felt way better. I would say the Koni’s will be stiffer than the KYBs. ...
Forum: Electronics
01-30-2024, 08:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 253
Posted By Reim

Re: Air intake connection

Ok really. I will do that. I appreciate the information sir. That’s awesome!
Forum: Electronics
01-30-2024, 11:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 253
Posted By Reim

Re: Air intake connection

You are right! Problem solved. The car was never in an accident and PO had the car for over 21 years. Mmm, maybe they had another intake on it and he bought this one when he sold it. The car was...
Forum: Electronics
01-30-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 253
Posted By Reim

Re: Air intake connection

Really? Mmm so it was replaced at some point?
Forum: Electronics
01-30-2024, 09:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 253
Posted By Reim

Air intake connection

Hi everyone - I am back on the IROC and have a question I cannot find an answer to. On my stock air intake there is a sensor that my car does not have a harness to plug into? I have included a...
Forum: History / Originality
10-16-2021, 09:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 718
Posted By Reim

Re: 1986 IROC goes for $19,250 at Mecum Chattanooga

Yeah. I was there and saw it. Not that I am selling mine but gave me hope. I did not understand the black decals. These cars are under valued.
Forum: Cooling
09-28-2021, 07:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 489
Posted By Reim

Re: Heater core hose clamp

Ok. I have the other type of spring clamp tool. Let me get this one and give it a go. Thanks TTOP.
Forum: Cooling
09-27-2021, 07:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 489
Posted By Reim

Heater core hose clamp

Ok people. For those who replaced the small heater hose coming out of the fire wall. The aggravating hose shaped like a question mark. I am having an issue getting a clamp on the lower connection....
Forum: Wheels and Tires
08-24-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 106,257
Posted By Reim

Re: 17x9 IROC wheels coming from Hawks!!!

Ok I’ll check the rears again. Appreciate the heads up.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
08-23-2021, 09:23 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 106,257
Posted By Reim

Re: 17x9 IROC wheels coming from Hawks!!!

I just put a set of the 17x9’s on my car with the Nittos and they fit great. They came with 1/4 in spacers for the front. i had to change the wheel studs to 54mm studs so I had enough thread to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-23-2018, 09:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 550
Posted By Reim

Re: Failed Emissions

MKM and Fast...Very good points. It does misfire at idle too. It smokes pretty hard at start up so the CAT may very well be spent. I need to change the oil too. The car smells of gas too. Seems...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-22-2018, 10:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 550
Posted By Reim

Re: Failed Emissions

Ok. I never did check the timing when I replaced the distributor. It was running pretty well so I left it alone. I will do the timing and retest it.

It is still using stock injectors...I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-21-2018, 07:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 550
Posted By Reim

Failed Emissions

Ok, bought my 86 Iroc F code last year. Car ran real rough but was able to drive it home. In its current state I ran it thru emission thinking it would fail. It passed? One year later I replaced...
Forum: Interior
05-29-2017, 06:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Reim

Re: 1986 Gauge issue

Ok thanks. I had to put the dash back together but will do that ground wire. I hope it fixes it and my search is done.
Forum: Interior
05-28-2017, 07:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Reim

Re: 1986 Gauge issue

What up G? The black ground off the headlight switch?
Forum: Interior
05-24-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Reim

Re: 1986 Gauge issue

Thanks Fan. I do appreciate the input. I know electrical is tough to diagnose. I am not great with the electrical piece and a couple of shops I talked to do not want to mess with it. Very high...
Forum: Interior
05-23-2017, 08:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Reim

Re: 1986 Gauge issue

Not one suggestion, hypothesis, theory or opinion? Come on man! I know it is not much to go on but someone out there had this issue. The car is bone stock and not chopped up?
Forum: Interior
05-22-2017, 10:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 616
Posted By Reim

1986 Gauge issue

Ok. My 1986 IROC has gauge issues. When I turn in the headlights the tach and other gauges do not work. They work fine when the headlights are off? The three lights on the right side of the tac...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2017, 10:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

It is still a work in progress. I still have oil leaks, rear diff whine, AC to do. It will keep me busy.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-01-2017, 06:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Ok. Got all the new ignition stuff on and and it is running great. So far no stalling and firing on all cylinders. Now on to the rest of the stuff to fix. Thanks all.
Forum: South East Region
02-27-2017, 09:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,595
Posted By Reim

Re: East Tennessee Roll call... almost car season

Chattanooga here. Trying to get me car running correctly before spring.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2017, 09:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Joe, what is a good one? Most that I saw were Chinese made and the Accel did not get great reviews?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2017, 07:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

This reman is by Cardone which is very popular. It has lifetime warrantee so I hope it is good. I'll check the gas this weekend.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-22-2017, 08:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Ok Joe. There was a brown is residue on the connectors? My brother took a look via FaceTime and he said that did not look right. Hopefully getting all new ignition will at least eliminate this...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-22-2017, 07:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Returned the Accel stuff and got a got a rebuilt Distributor with the AC Delco cap and coil. Will update everyone over the weekend.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-21-2017, 06:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Cannot wait to get it on and see what the car does...hopefully it will fix it. Then off to fix tHe front oil leak, diff whine, battery box replacement, headlight switch (hope to cure dash lights and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-21-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

I am going to return the Accel since is if for the H code not the F code. Going with the reman AC Delco distributor and new AC Delco rotor, cap and coil. How does that sound?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2017, 05:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

I looked on the A1 site and no distributor for F code car only H. What brand of new distributors are decent. I did buy the Acel one if that will be good.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2017, 10:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Sorry for the spelling. I meant Acel distributor and AC Delco.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2017, 09:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Sure makes sense to get a manual. I did read the old paper clip trick but because the code reader was so cheap I just bought one. I bought a good code reader but will try the paper clip.

I am...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2017, 07:17 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

The car was a two owner car. I knew it was a project but if has not been modified at all. The engine bay appears to be stock. No cut or spliced wires that I can see. The car has been driven about...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-19-2017, 07:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

Ok. The unplugged wire was #7 the one closest to the oil filter. I did not get to work on it much today. I did take off the distributor cap and saw what looked like a little burnt area on the wire...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-19-2017, 02:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Re: Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

The only code is the one that indicates the system is working. Ok will check the wires to be sure they are in the correct order.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-19-2017, 01:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,042
Posted By Reim

Where do I start? 3rd Gen Masters!

I just bought a 1986 auto IROC fixer...a real fixer. The car runs and I drove it home. However, it was definitely missing and running rough. Bought a code reader and while trying to read the codes...
Forum: Electronics
02-03-2017, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,332
Posted By Reim

Re: Third Brake Light Issue

I do not have pictures. Stick a fender washer or fold up some tin foil on the inside of the hatch side nut (has plastic cover). Screw the fixture back in from the top. If it is tight enough to...
Forum: Electronics
02-03-2017, 06:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,332
Posted By Reim

Re: Third Brake Light Issue

I just bought an 86 with the same issue. The light is powered from the back hatch motor. There is a wire glued on the hatch on both sides up to the third light. If you take the light off you will...
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