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Forum: TPI
08-26-2023, 09:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 704
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: TPI Distributor

I recently replaced my distributor with a NOS GM Performance part. No regrets.

Here's a link to my thread. Might help answer some of your questions.

Linky...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-11-2023, 06:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 727
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: 1984 Firebird transmission fluid leak

Go get 2 or 3 cans of brake parts cleaner and spray that whole area down until all the trans fluid is gone. Once everything is nice and clean and dry, start the car up and get underneath to see where...
Forum: TPI
08-09-2023, 09:17 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,262
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: 87 iroc 5.7 idle issues

Any codes?

Sounds like it could be a bad O2 sensor.
Forum: History / Originality
06-17-2023, 11:39 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 10,234
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Look what followed me home. ‘87 Formula

Yikes. Was it rusted in place or was it more of an accessibility issue?

Tell us more, starting with why you were trying to loosen the distributor bolt.
Forum: TPI
06-16-2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 306
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Plenum Gaskets

Yep. $13.80 for the whole set at Amazon.

Link
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-16-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,396
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Best floor jack

This is what I recommend too.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-15-2023, 06:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,387
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Unable to find correct height trans mount

I think it was the 3.1142G, but its been a few years.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-15-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,322
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Front coil spring installation & spring compressors

I followed this write up when I did mine. Worked great.

Linky (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/suspension-chassis/650699-easy-safe-way-install.html)
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-15-2023, 09:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,387
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Unable to find correct height trans mount

For whatever it's worth, I used an Energy Suspension poly mount without the pre-load plate to match the height of the broken stock mount.

I have no driveline vibration at all.

YMMV.
Forum: TPI
06-14-2023, 08:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 767
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Tpi vacuum line question

Here ya go

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230312_125724_eadc5ebcd6b0c325394f70c1701ed57a1f42df75.jpg...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-11-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 491
Posted By DaveyDug

Looking for a shop to refinish IROC wheels.

Anyone have a recommendation in the NE Ohio or NW Pennsylvania area? Hoping to avoid shipping the wheels, but I want someone who will do this right. Back to factory condition or even a hair glossing....
Forum: Electronics
06-10-2023, 03:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,730
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Why are ICM's such garbage ???

You can still find NOS ICMs on ebay. Buy a couple and squirrel them away.
Forum: Members Camaros
06-04-2023, 07:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,041
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: 1984 Z28 L69

Beautiful car!
Forum: History / Originality
06-04-2023, 07:47 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 10,234
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Look what followed me home. ‘87 Formula

What did you end up deciding on for tires?
Forum: TPI
05-28-2023, 05:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Looking at a GTA. Need help ID'ing an engine component

Ugh. Thanks. Hard pass on this one.
Forum: TPI
05-28-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By DaveyDug

Looking at a GTA. Need help ID'ing an engine component

Saw an ad for an '88 GTA and have been scouring the pictures online. What is this contraption with the red/blue cylinders? Almost looks like its plumbed into the fuel rail behind the throttle body.
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Forum: History / Originality
05-24-2023, 09:44 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 10,234
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Look what followed me home. ‘87 Formula

Nice! Can't wait to see the restoration progress!
Forum: TPI
05-19-2023, 02:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 547
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Troubleshooting help please! 91 TA 305 TPI

Take the cap off the Schrader valve on the passenger side rear of the fuel rail. Attach a fuel pressure tester and follow this diagnostic chart.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-14-2023, 07:57 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,694
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Stalling

Glad you got it sorted out.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-13-2023, 06:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 639
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Wheels…keep or go?

Refurbish them and then don't let anyone put wheel weights on the outside. :D
Forum: TPI
05-07-2023, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 422
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Looking for Crankcase Vent Hoses

Fantastic! Thank you!!!
Forum: TPI
05-07-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 422
Posted By DaveyDug

Looking for Crankcase Vent Hoses

Anyone know where I can get a PCV hose and a Crankcase Vent hose for my '89 IROC L98?

Both are brittle and cracked. I'd prefer to buy new, but I'd consider used if they are in good shape.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2023, 06:43 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,694
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Stalling

Based on what I'm reading in this thread, If I were in your shoes I would replace the FPR diaphragm when you replace the fuel filter. They aren't too expensive or difficult to replace.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2023, 05:53 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,694
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Stalling

So you have ALL the same symptoms when swapping out the ECM? SES light blinking on and off, low fuel pressure, and stalling/rough running?

1. You know you have a fuel pressure problem. It may or...
Forum: Brakes
05-05-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Left rear brake caliper sticking

Might want to replace your brake hoses. They can start to degrade internally and act as a check valve keeping hydraulic pressure on the caliper.

I'd replace all soft hoses and flush the brake...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-01-2023, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 269
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: 86 Trans am low fuel pressure

On the firewall - upper drivers side. Its the relay on the left in this picture. 86 might be slightly different.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-01-2023, 08:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 269
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: 86 Trans am low fuel pressure

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230422_183445_9e55a11ca5d6226af568f75d0bdcc0d4fcbfdeb6.jpg...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-30-2023, 11:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 845
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: controlarm bushings,balljoints, idler arm

I have Proforged ball joints, center link, tie rods and adjusters on my 89 IROC. I've been very happy with them.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-28-2023, 09:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 759
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Control arm help

You can press them in yourself. The tool can be rented for free at Auto Zone. Bushings are really easy to press in. Ball joints are a bit more challenging, but very doable. Watch some YouTube videos...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-28-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 759
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Control arm help

Used ones are dirt cheap all over the place. Buy a set, powder coat or paint them, install new bushings and ball joints and slap em in your car.
Forum: History / Originality
04-25-2023, 02:44 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

Thank you all for the lively discussion on this car. After seeing it again in person and reviewing these pictures a hundred times, yeah, the car is pretty rough.

After considering everyone's...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-25-2023, 02:16 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,790
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Springtime is almost here. Lets see em after sitting up all winter!!

This was a couple weeks ago. We had a couple stretches of nice weather, but it's back to cold and rainy now, so the car is back in mini-hibernation.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-23-2023, 07:26 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 402
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: He told me to paint it!!!

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/225x225/th_8__e9ca1d66ba51752a1ce1258627ab2a53ca8edb30.jpg
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2023, 05:39 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,694
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Stalling

This is for 1989, but I think your '88 should be the same.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230422_183445_49123a068e11b8de3d9120853172c1927827e61c.jpg...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2023, 09:20 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,694
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Stalling

If your system holds a constant 50 psi with the return line clamped, the injectors can't be leaking too bad or you would continue to lose some pressure.

Even if the FPR is newish, you could still...
Forum: History / Originality
04-21-2023, 08:58 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

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Forum: History / Originality
04-21-2023, 08:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

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Forum: History / Originality
04-21-2023, 08:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

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Forum: History / Originality
04-21-2023, 08:42 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

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Forum: History / Originality
04-21-2023, 08:39 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

Ok, here come the rest of the pics.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_7167_b15fe0532e89ef7dda82b0bc73295d9e3fcbb30d.jpeg...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-21-2023, 04:33 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,694
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Stalling

If you're able to get 60 psi with the return line clamped, the fuel pump is probably not the issue.

Sounds like the fuel pressure regulator is more likely the culprit.
Forum: History / Originality
04-19-2023, 08:37 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

Take a close look around the distributor. Godzilla chewed ALL the plug wires, vacuum lines, and engine wiring in this corner of the engine.
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Forum: History / Originality
04-19-2023, 08:26 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

Ok guys. My son and I went back to see the car tonight. It is actually an '86, not an '87. She told me is has a hood from an '88, but didn't tell me why the hood was replaced.:confused:

The body...
Forum: Electronics
04-19-2023, 12:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: No spark or fuel after changing intake gasket

ECM/Fuel pump fuse near the battery?
Forum: TPI
04-16-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 975
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: 5.0 tpi 88 gta wont start

I would not waste one more second on that crusty mess. Replace the distributor.
Forum: Interior
04-14-2023, 03:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 417
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: pulldown assembly question

It might help if you post a link to the part you want to buy. Then maybe someone can answer your question.
Forum: Electronics
04-12-2023, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 236
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Where is the parking brake light on the instrument cluster?

No problem!

Good luck with your brake light.

Hopefully you can get it figured out and post your results in this thread.
Forum: Electronics
04-12-2023, 07:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 236
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Where is the parking brake light on the instrument cluster?

The location of the brake light is different depending on what car you have. Take a look at these pictures. When I bought my car, someone had replaced the cluster bezel with the wrong part. It took...
Forum: History / Originality
04-09-2023, 06:41 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,748
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

Well, I called and left a message asking to take another look at the car. If I can get permission to look at it again I'll try to get some pictures.

Or maybe she will file for a restraining order...
Forum: Electronics
04-07-2023, 03:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 338
Posted By DaveyDug

Re: Car Won’t Crank

Could definitely be alternator. I was thinking fusible link until you said you got a click after charging for awhile.

I can't comment on proper alternator sizing with your audio stuff installed.
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