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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-19-2022, 12:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,035
Posted By RKeats

Re: FULL BOLT ON L98 PART OUT

How much for the 88 heads? Assuming they're still available.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-02-2022, 03:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,448
Posted By RKeats

Re: F BODIES GALORE

Also, I've now bought numerous sets of GTA seats. The nice thing about most of Canada is that our cars rust horrifically, so parts third gens aren't super tough to find, often with nice mileage and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-02-2022, 03:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,448
Posted By RKeats

Re: F BODIES GALORE

I'll tell ya fellas, it's such a wasted opportunity with that knob running it. Here's a link to his cars for sale, just as an example of how obnoxious his pricing is. There's a green GTA in that mix...
Forum: Members Firebirds
08-31-2022, 12:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

Haven't posted much in the way of updates as I went on a girthy road trip right before moving across the country, but here's a lil somethin. Despite replacing things that proved to be faulty, I still...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
08-31-2022, 11:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,064
Posted By RKeats

Re: David T's Auto Centre

I've reached out to him before and his prices are just embarrassing. He had a car that was also wildly misrepresented and when I brought it up, he responded with an all caps, 0 punctuation temper...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2022, 05:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 536
Posted By RKeats

Re: BAD misfire / no codes

I was actually just out there again and decided to try running it with the EST unplugged, as I’m under the impression that it’ll override sensors and the ECM’s timing adjustment. Car ran MUCH better,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2022, 04:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 536
Posted By RKeats

BAD misfire / no codes

Fellers, help save a GTA’s life by preventing me from burning it to the ground. Car’s a 1989 with its original L98 / Auto. Bought it and it was running rough right from the start. Catalytics were...
Forum: History / Originality
06-09-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,947
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1989 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 1LE/R7U

And left it on there.. in the parking lot.. not blocked in.. on the main road. I'd be shocked if the bandits haven't already hauled it away :driving:
Forum: History / Originality
06-09-2022, 02:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,947
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1989 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 1LE/R7U

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x480/truro_a55b69ba18f592f11cd7092d57056a24dff0b8e8.jpg
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-08-2022, 08:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

Looks like* it's sans motor. Woops
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-08-2022, 08:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

Couple random shots. All the lights work, and check out how clean those tails are. Sheeeeesh. After a good detail, I bet the ol' tree-fiddy will clean up pretty nicely too.
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-08-2022, 08:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x480/gta_1_34456453bdb037f6fd9a4500a9745bff2eaa7bc0.jpg...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-08-2022, 08:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x480/gta_8ebeeae546fe05c17a42d139c46dbc831fb6aa40.jpg
Interior actually came out pretty nicely. My phone makes the seats looks pretty...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-08-2022, 08:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

Wicked! I assume the wrapped one is the cleaner of the two? I know someone just outside of Windsor that maaay be able to help out. Worst case, would you be open to getting a shipping quote for me? I...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-08-2022, 08:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x480/truro_ta_f04eb4fe45887bf2c4ae73a9613751901b455874.jpg
Nope, but this is. Looks it's sans motor too
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-07-2022, 11:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

Thanks!
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-07-2022, 10:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

Re: New addition - 1989 GTA

Not sure why some pics upload sideways :(
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-07-2022, 10:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By RKeats

New addition - 1989 GTA

Haven't been super active on here lately, but today's scoop should change that. It's an '89 GTA, 350, t-top rig with 110,xxxkm, or about 68,xxx miles. Genuinely rust free, with a pretty impressive...
Forum: History / Originality
06-07-2022, 09:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,947
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1989 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 1LE/R7U

This car now lives on a trailer in the back lot of a Kia dealership in Truro, Nova Scotia. I was driving through a few days ago and spotted it hiding back there among a fleet of parts car third gens....
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-30-2022, 04:54 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,261
Posted By RKeats

Re: Let's see your 91-92 Firebird's

Nothing at the moment, but hopefully all goes well and I'll have some tomorrow! She's an '87 LB9 / auto with ttops. 120K miles. Supposedly original paint in excellent condition, no rust, and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-30-2022, 12:08 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,261
Posted By RKeats

Re: Let's see your 91-92 Firebird's

Haven't spent much time on here since I sold my '91 in 2020. Took a scroll through this thread and it reminded me of how much I love these cars, so I guess I'll do the responsible thing and go pick...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
03-14-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,579
Posted By RKeats

Re: David T's Edmonton Alberta

Stay away from that goon and find an individual parting out a car. Might take a bit longer to find what you're after, but 80's steering wheels are much easier found than airbag ones, and ttop bags...
Forum: Members Firebirds
09-08-2021, 11:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 401
Posted By RKeats

Re: Back in the game again - 1989 Trans Am GTA

Right on! I saw this one on Kijiji, looks like you got a great deal. I was skeptical about all the stuff that's been replaced / redone with such low mileage though. How is she in person?
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-18-2021, 05:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 697
Posted By RKeats

Re: Back to the F Bodies - 1992 Formula

Congrats! Assuming that's the same car, I saw her on Kijiji recently. Definitely a nice score
Forum: South East Region
06-10-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 704
Posted By RKeats

Re: Just bought an 89 IROC on BaT

Saw the comments, that's the one! Welcome to the board, and congrats on the new addition. Looks like an excellent example, and for the right price!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-29-2021, 08:15 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 4,409
Posted By RKeats

Re: SPRING is coming! Let's see some of these Third gens after hibernation.

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/750x1334/cars_2e9d44f820f09a3696c604194339bece9e7363e0.jpg

Y'know, I was coming to terms with not having a Third Gen in the driveway this...
Forum: Body
05-27-2021, 10:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,099
Posted By RKeats

Re: Another one bites the dust?

I don't know how post write off ownership works in your area, but for me, it just means a safety check yearly. Pop the hood and inspect for structural damage as a start. The hood gap looks good on...
Forum: History / Originality
05-11-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,222
Posted By RKeats

Re: This a true iroc?

Someone got hella sweaty in those back seats.
Forum: Camaros Wanted
04-18-2021, 09:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 577
Posted By RKeats

ISO Canadian ttop Third Gen

As some of you know, I sold my 91' T/A last fall after a C3 Corvette robbed its storage spot. The Vette will be staying, but the Third Gen withdrawal keeps me up at night, so degenerate fate brought...
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
04-18-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 277
Posted By RKeats

ISO Canadian ttop Third Gen

As some of you know, I sold my 91' T/A last fall after a C3 Corvette robbed its storage spot. The Vette will be staying, but the Third Gen withdrawal keeps me up at night, so degenerate fate brought...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-08-2021, 11:11 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

The lack of garage space is the real killer :( I have a storage unit but it's unheated and $270 / Month, which is just goofy
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-07-2021, 01:52 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

Haven't posted any updates in a while as a new job and a bunch of other stuff have occupied my attention. I ended up selling the ol' girl a few weeks ago as a deal came along that I just couldn't...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
10-20-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By RKeats

Re: 91 GTA TTopper for sale

Story of Ontario's life too. I had a 91' ttop 5 speed GTA that struggled do pull $3K CAD. If it's a 96' Silverado with 420xxxkm, body panels from 3 different trucks, transparent rockers, and needs a...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-20-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 281
Views: 16,263
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1988 GTA Project

When I replaced my deck lid, I spent an obnoxious amount of time trying to push everything inward enough to get my hatch to line up, and just couldn't get it. When I first mounted the deck lid, it...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
10-20-2020, 08:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By RKeats

Re: 91 GTA TTopper for sale

Almost never see anything interior other than grey cloth on white cars, that black leather is sharp. I hope it pulls what you're asking, it would be nice to see 91's finally get some love
Forum: Members Camaros
10-20-2020, 08:11 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,233
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1986 Iroc-Z Build Thread

At least she's driving! That fender dent is pretty sassy too but be grateful it's in the fender and not the door or quarter. For what ever reason I ALWAYS end up with mangled doors, which are just a...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-15-2020, 12:04 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 16,263
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1988 GTA Project

Looks good man! Sad to see another brother leave the over hang club where most of us Third Gen owners spend our lives
Forum: Members Camaros
10-15-2020, 12:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,233
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1986 Iroc-Z Build Thread

Love it, nice score man. Have you tried to start it yet? How's the rust situation? Little banged up but it looks like she'll clean up nicely! Can't be too tough to find a replacement white fender...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-14-2020, 04:14 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,516
Posted By RKeats

Re: Fall Foliage Pics with your car

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/720x1280/img_1968_5cbe84ec2077b93f9a09076505c5c10783830b94.jpg
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-14-2020, 08:53 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

It really does change everything. I personally don't think these cars are styled in a way that looks good ratty, if that makes any sense. As in a 2nd gen T/A with mismatched fenders and abuse from...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-14-2020, 08:50 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

Thanks man! I just came from your thread and was thinking the same thing about your car :lmao:
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-13-2020, 03:21 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

Literally as I was driving to buddy's house, I just kept thinking about your interior and how I'd go about getting it home sooner than the damn spring :(
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-13-2020, 12:44 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/750x1334/img_1952_beb4cb141e417813473fe74cf418dafabb5b4127.jpg

Finally completed a HUGE piece of this car's puzzle. Picked up this complete...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-13-2020, 08:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 874
Posted By RKeats

Re: Night photography

That looks awesome! Gotta ask about those seats though - Grand Prix? If so, I'd love some more info on the install and final result! Shoot me a pm so we don't cloud your thread :)
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-01-2020, 01:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,700
Posted By RKeats

Re: Two Tone Options...What's The Best

I'm just messing with ya. No 350's or Iroc's in 83' though
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-01-2020, 12:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,700
Posted By RKeats

Re: Two Tone Options...What's The Best

Better research that one before you get yourself bullied ;)

As for color scheme, there are good combinations, and there are bad ones. You can love how you've made your car look which in the end...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-01-2020, 09:26 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

I would have loved to get yours, it's just too damn hard to get across the border with this Covid stuff! I didn't expect it to go on this long, and there's still no hint of the border re-opening any...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-01-2020, 08:50 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 5,418
Posted By RKeats

Re: Yet another RKeats project car

Haven't had a lot to post as I've basically just been driving my car with nothing more than a few little tinker sessions here and there. However this coming weekend, it looks like I'm picking up a...
Forum: History / Originality
10-01-2020, 08:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,090
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1987 trans am question

Also peel a top off and post a pic of the roof. If they're C&C or any other aftermarket company, we'll be able to tell you pretty quick
Forum: History / Originality
10-01-2020, 08:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,090
Posted By RKeats

Re: 1987 trans am question

Really?? Considering he doesn't drive it, I think the signatures are a wicked thing to have! If it were a driver that was getting cleaned all the time then sure they'd be a bit of a pain, but I think...
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