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Forum: Exhaust
04-02-2024, 12:02 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,436
Posted By lonsal

Re: DynoDon headers

Headers for the GP are done. Y-pipes are being assembled to jigs and tach welded. Should be shipping orders very soon.

Lon
Forum: Group Purchases
02-19-2024, 06:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 721
Posted By lonsal

Re: Dyno Don headers group

Available to order on my website:

https://www.top-downsolutions.com/powertrain-performance/dual-cat-pipes-for-use-with-dyno-don-headers

Lon Salgren
Top-Down Solutions
626-369-0040
Forum: Exhaust
01-21-2024, 12:41 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,436
Posted By lonsal

Re: DynoDon headers

OK, it's official. Our first Group Purchase for Dyno Don headers is officially sold out. Y-pipes, I-pipes and various miscellaneous items are still available. I have once again shut off the Dyno Don...
Forum: Group Purchases
01-21-2024, 12:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 721
Posted By lonsal

Re: Dyno Don headers group

OK, it's official. Our first Group Purchase for Dyno Don headers is officially sold out. Y-pipes, I-pipes and various miscellaneous items are still available. I have once again shut off the Dyno Don...
Forum: Convertibles
08-03-2023, 11:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 675
Posted By lonsal

Re: Tonneau cover safety switch

ASC moved the tonneau release switch so it is next to the handle you pull to release the pin holding the #5 bow to the tonneau some time in 91. Now you no longer had to reach inside to the center...
Forum: Convertibles
05-20-2023, 11:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 463
Posted By lonsal

Scan of GM convertible top service procedure...

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/convertibles/777535-91-convertible-top-service.html
Forum: Interior
05-17-2023, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 434
Posted By lonsal

Re: Hatch lock replacement

The tan colored plastic pull-down unit is from a 91.5-92. It will not fit your car. Get one from any 86-early 91 car instead.

Lon
Forum: Interior
05-17-2023, 10:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 413
Posted By lonsal

Re: pulldown assembly question

Yes swapping that hatch release solenoid to the refurbished pull-down you'll purchase is all you need to do*

* You also need to reinstall the ground wire that goes from the solenoid mount screw to...
Forum: Electronics
03-24-2023, 11:17 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 44,990
Posted By lonsal

Re: Headlight Control Module Fix?

Check your tail light fuse.

Lon
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-29-2022, 01:47 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 15,864
Posted By lonsal

Re: Best steering brace/wonderbar?

I've calculated the shipping cost to ship the steering brace to John via UPS GROUND. Prior to that I suggested he check at both Classic Industries and Hawks Thirdgen since they often will have a...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-16-2022, 12:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 472
Posted By lonsal

Re: Wonderbar on 2.8 V6

Glad you were able to install my steering brace. As I said the brace impinging the lower radiator hose will not effect the coolant flow through that hose. It will change the shape of the hose from...
Forum: Convertibles
09-16-2022, 12:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,154
Posted By lonsal

Re: 1989 Camaro ASC Vert never had right side Flip Rods ?

My flip rods are not compatible with your convertible top frame.

Lon Salgren
Top-Down Solutions
Forum: Interior
08-25-2022, 08:35 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 46,912
Posted By lonsal

Re: Rear hatch wont open with switch!

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/615x798/screenshot_20220825_183143_photo_editor_06aaf33b2ffe2280d201a7ae2547b8e1001072d4.jpg
Your ground wire is present. You just need to...
Forum: Interior
08-25-2022, 08:27 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 46,912
Posted By lonsal

Re: Rear hatch wont open with switch!

Thanks for the photos. I just solved your problem. Attach a ground wire from the 10mm screw attaching the solenoid to the body ground location below the pull-down unit. That will solve your problem....
Forum: Interior
08-25-2022, 12:54 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 46,912
Posted By lonsal

Re: Rear hatch wont open with switch!

Take a photo of the Silver colored solenoid hatch release that attaches to the latch assembly.
Forum: Cooling
08-25-2022, 12:12 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 49,172
Posted By lonsal

Re: Vacuum leak in AC/Heater controls

No, the vacuum switches are specific to these vehicles. The switch is used on several GM vehicles. Email or text me a picture of what broke. I can help you with a replacement. I can also supply the...
Forum: Interior
08-24-2022, 08:03 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 46,912
Posted By lonsal

Re: Rear hatch wont open with switch!

Let's rewind slightly. There were 2 versions of pull-down used for 91. My instructions applied to the early style which has a metal frame where it attached to the car body. The later version has a...
Forum: Interior
08-23-2022, 10:33 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 46,912
Posted By lonsal

Re: Rear hatch wont open with switch!

Is the ground wire present? There should be a ground wire going from the 10mm screw mounting the solenoid release to the body ground location. If missing the solenoid won't fire because it is...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-23-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 412
Posted By lonsal

Re: WTB Dyno Don Headers with air tubes

I do not ship to EU countries, (which includes Sweden) due to changes in how VAT and duties are collected. There is a work-around. I have a customer in Switzerland (non-EU country) that we ship our...
Forum: Interior
03-31-2022, 10:07 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 22,028
Posted By lonsal

Re: 92 Camaro electric hatch release

Applications: This gear nut, wave washer, bearing and motor also fits the following hatch pull-down model years:

Buick: 1980-93 Electra, 1985-93 Park Avenue, 1980-93 Riviera, 1992-96 Roadmaster
...
Forum: Interior
03-25-2022, 10:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 22,028
Posted By lonsal

Re: 92 Camaro electric hatch release

You can mark the location of the hatch pull-down unit frame to the car body,, then remove it and disassemble. Use a battery and jumper wires to put power and ground to the two terminals of the motor...
Forum: Electronics
12-13-2021, 09:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 472
Posted By lonsal

Re: Hatch wiring missing switch?

That would be because you ordered the hatch release relay (706150) instead of the hatch pull-down relay (208180). Remove and reinstall the hatch release solenoid. It must match with the release tang...
Forum: Electronics
12-04-2021, 11:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 472
Posted By lonsal

Re: Hatch wiring missing switch?

The white wire plugs into a black with Orange stripe wire on 90-91 pull-down unit. It is a switched ground to turn on/off the rear hatch light. Earlier model years had a manual switch for the...
Forum: Electronics
12-04-2021, 12:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 472
Posted By lonsal

Re: Hatch wiring missing switch?

You're in luck. I just put the 88-91 striker-sensing switch in stock on my web site. Look for part number 207180 on top-downsolutions.com.

Lon
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-11-2021, 10:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,081
Posted By lonsal

Re: Rubber bushings and end links

I wish I had a chance to comment before you ordered the ES end link bushings. Regardless, IMO a much better option is the 1LE end links. They have superior bushings that have a molded cup which...
Forum: Electronics
05-14-2021, 10:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,141
Posted By lonsal

Re: Headlights down- how to repair headlight motor

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/143x102/209280_paperclip_trick_2a432f205a1b3146e1c1d62a85817faf1c5e5d3a.jpg
Method One (aka the paperclip trick):



Unbend two small...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-31-2021, 07:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,322
Posted By lonsal

Re: Wonderbar from TDS

I'm in line at UPS shipping another Steering Brace along with a pair of Alston SFC.

Thanks for posting..

Lon
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-21-2021, 12:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,322
Posted By lonsal

Re: Wonderbar from TDS

Glad to hear you were pleased with the TDS steering brace. Thanks for posting your results.

Lon
Forum: Body
01-01-2021, 08:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,410
Posted By lonsal

Re: Looking for Jong bloed hood/sunoco?

Yep, they made a mold off an original Jongbloed/Sunnoco hood. Be aware that ANY fiberglass hood, even an original Jongbloed hood may require some prep work before you paint it.

Lon
Forum: Body
01-01-2021, 08:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,410
Posted By lonsal

Re: Looking for Jong bloed hood/sunoco?

Check with Hawks Thirdgen.

Lon Salgren
Forum: Electronics
10-01-2020, 10:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 19,999
Posted By lonsal

Re: trunk latch pull down motor

Yes sand the guides until the latch portion slides easily.. start with installing either the outer 2 or inner 2 only. No grease on the track. Manually slide the latch portion up and down 10x. Then...
Forum: Interior
09-21-2020, 10:17 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 58,604
Posted By lonsal

Re: hatch pull down motor wont close

Email me and I'll send you instructions to test your reversing switch.

Lon
topdownsolutions@yahoo.com
Forum: Interior
09-21-2020, 09:47 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 58,604
Posted By lonsal

Re: hatch pull down motor wont close

You don't tell us what year and model (Camaro or Firebird) you own. For Firebird the fuse for the hatch pull-down is not in the fuse box, but instead is in a single fuse holder that is attached to...
Forum: Convertibles
09-10-2020, 10:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 642
Posted By lonsal

Re: Flip rod problem

FYI, I am making another batch of the flip rods. I have again improved the design. The ball-socket ends now will have the ability to rotate. This improvement means the rods can be used for either...
Forum: Convertibles
09-10-2020, 10:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 846
Posted By lonsal

Re: bent flip rods

FYI, I am making another batch of the flip rods. I have again improved the design. The ball-socket ends now will have the ability to rotate. This improvement means the rods can be used for either...
Forum: Interior
08-14-2020, 05:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,524
Posted By lonsal

Re: 1991 Firebird Formula Hatch not unlatching.

Unfortunately unlike the reversing switch used on the earlier style (1986-early 91) that part of the reversing switch isn't removable. On the earlier switch it could easily be pried off using a small...
Forum: Interior
08-14-2020, 03:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,524
Posted By lonsal

Re: 1991 Firebird Formula Hatch not unlatching.

I have one, but the clip retainer on it is broken which is why I've not listed it on ,y web site.

Lon
Forum: Interior
08-14-2020, 01:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,524
Posted By lonsal

Re: 1991 Firebird Formula Hatch not unlatching.

No photo of the small coil spring, But you're in luck. I checked my inventory and found a good used latch assy and have activated it on my web site.
...
Forum: Body
08-09-2020, 10:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By lonsal

Re: Headlight stuck in down position, manual knob appears stripped

In the 209280 deluxe headlight repair kit I make I supply two longer than stock screws. Instead of drilling and tapping the actuator housing, grind the broken shift flush, center punch, then drill...
Forum: Body
07-14-2020, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By lonsal

Re: Headlight stuck in down position, manual knob appears stripped

It's not that much more work to repair a headlight actuator versus installing a motor someone else has refurbished. The driver's side motor is the one that requires a bit more work. For that side you...
Forum: Body
07-13-2020, 10:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,531
Posted By lonsal

Re: Door Bushing & Pin Install with Pics

I can give you a tip when replacing the door detent spring using the door spring tool. When you've compressed the spring solid to remove it from the door hinge, open the door spring tool fully....
Forum: Body
07-13-2020, 10:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By lonsal

Re: Headlight stuck in down position, manual knob appears stripped

OK, sadly at this point it has turned from a one-person job into a two-person job. To raise the headlight bucket have someone push on and off the headlight switch while you grab hold of the headlight...
Forum: Body
07-13-2020, 08:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 510
Posted By lonsal

Re: Replacement firebird headlight trim rings?

OK, I found 2 and put into stock. GM 05969466, Headlight lamp sealed beam retaining ring.

http://www.top-downsolutions.com/index.php?route=product/search&search=GM%2005969466

Lon Salgren...
Forum: Body
07-13-2020, 01:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 510
Posted By lonsal

Re: Replacement firebird headlight trim rings?

I should have some. I'll check in the morning. If I have then I'll activate it on my web site and post the link.

Lon Salgren
Top-DownSolutions.com
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-13-2020, 01:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 868
Posted By lonsal

Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

That steering brace is made by me (TDS Top-Down Solutions). You can buy it on my web site.
Lon Salgren
Top-Down Solutions
www.top-downsolutions.com
Forum: Convertibles
07-13-2020, 12:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,201
Posted By lonsal

Re: Tonneau release solenoid

Those manual release cables are for emergency use when the solenoid release fails. As was recommended pull the side panels that contain the rear speakers and look for the tonneau release solenoids.
...
Forum: Convertibles
07-13-2020, 12:55 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 13,155
Posted By lonsal

Re: Trying to get Tonneau cover release to work!

Try adjusting the entire pull-down unit frame up slightly. Mark the location of the frame to the car body first with a permanent marker, then loosen the 3 13mm screws and raise the frame up a bit,
...
Forum: Electronics
07-13-2020, 12:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,171
Posted By lonsal

Re: hatch release button

OK, so the hatch release circuit has power. Check that there is a ground wire running from the 10mm screw attaching the hatch release solenoid to the body ground location below the pull-down unit. If...
Forum: Electronics
07-13-2020, 12:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 639
Posted By lonsal

Re: Hatch reversing switch

I can refurbish yours. I normally sell these refurbished reversing switches on my web site for $75 plus a $75 refundable core charge, but I'm out of stock. Regardless I can refurbish your switch if...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-12-2020, 05:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,322
Posted By lonsal

Re: Wonderbar from TDS

Yes your car should have the factory steering Brace. Open the hood and look for a 3/4" bar running side-to-side in front of the sway bar.

Lon
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