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Forum: Interior
03-26-2024, 12:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 511
Posted By rearview

Re: Seat cover hog ring help

Making progress! Just need to finish the front seat bottoms.
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Forum: Interior
03-04-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 511
Posted By rearview

Re: Seat cover hog ring help

actually leatherseats.com They sent me some free samples and were great to work with. I haven't installed the fronts yet... (soon)
Forum: Interior
03-04-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 511
Posted By rearview

Re: Seat cover hog ring help

My 1990 rears had hog rings around the edges underneath, hog rings in the "inside" across the back and sides, and a strip of integrated velcro across the middle of the seat. The replacements didn't...
Forum: Interior
02-22-2024, 04:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 511
Posted By rearview

Re: Seat cover hog ring help

The bottom seat frame was there, as in your photo, and it was fine. It was the portion where you ring the top of the seat cover down into the crevace... There was just nothing left in there.

I...
Forum: Interior
02-09-2024, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 511
Posted By rearview

Seat cover hog ring help

I purchased some quality leather seat covers and I'm working on installing them. I started with the rear seat bases.

I got the old covers removed, all the old rings cut/removed. When trying to...
Forum: Cooling
11-26-2023, 07:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,259
Posted By rearview

Re: dakota digital dash wiring with fitech power adder

Great question. Sorry you didn't get answers. I'm about to pull the trigger on a fitech for my 90 and wondered how well it might work with a Dakota digital dash. Any new info you've discovered?...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-14-2023, 09:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,959
Posted By rearview

Re: Those with older 3rd gen pedals - Clutch Safety Switch

I have a 1990 car with these older pedals (car used to be an automatic). I modified a safety switch as you showed above (thanks!) but I can't install it. There just isn't room between the pedals...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-26-2023, 08:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 364
Posted By rearview

Re: older 3rd gen pedals in newer car - Neutral Safety switch

I guess I could mention that I did put in a 4th gen brake master cylinder and booster.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-25-2023, 06:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 364
Posted By rearview

Re: older 3rd gen pedals in newer car - Neutral Safety switch

Yeah I'm aware I can do without it... I just don't drive a manual every day and I don't want to accidentally put it through the garage door or something. 😀 I also had the thought of wiring it to a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-25-2023, 02:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 364
Posted By rearview

older 3rd gen pedals in newer car - Neutral Safety switch

The situation: I have a 1990 Camaro RS that was auto to manual swapped (also LS1 and t56 swapped). I have the older style 3rd gen pedals with the clunky pull style Clutch Safety Swtich. I "made" a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-04-2023, 01:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 287
Posted By rearview

Re: Neutral safety switch and "VIN E"

Ok. I have just seen a wiring diagram or 2 that have a manual diagram, an auto one, and a "vin e" that shows both. I'm not sure where these came from. Thanks.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-02-2023, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 287
Posted By rearview

Neutral safety switch and "VIN E"

I'm doing an LS and an auto to t56 swap on.a 90 RS... According to diagrams posted in this thread and elsewhere, VIN E cars (TBI) have both auto and manual wiring for the neutral safety switch?
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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-29-2023, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 349
Posted By rearview

Re: pedal springs?

Thank you for the info. I just wanted to make sure my pedals are ok after I took them out.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-28-2023, 08:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 349
Posted By rearview

pedal springs?

I took the pedals out of my car to replace the bushings (I have the older Pre-87 manual pedals) and I didn't notice any return springs on the pedals. Does this assembly not use them? If it should,...
Forum: LTX and LSX
05-20-2023, 09:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 534
Posted By rearview

AC refrigerant line - high Mount compressor

I have a high Mount Sanden 508 on my LS... If I run a line from the dryer to it, the length is only around 6 inches. That's quite a short line. Does anyone have any advice for this particular setup?...
Forum: Interior
05-12-2023, 11:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,101
Posted By rearview

Re: Lseat Leather Seat Covers?

Lseat shows rear seat coverss for 88-92 camaro, but no front seat options. That's odd.
Forum: Interior
05-12-2023, 11:02 AM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 130,982
Posted By rearview

Re: No doubt a pointless thread, but what's the weirdest thing youv'e found in your c

I bought a 1990 Camaro a couple years ago while replacing the carpet last year, I found this diamond? ring. I don't imagine it's terribly valuable. I also found four cigarette lighters and what must...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-14-2023, 01:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By rearview

Re: FS: stainless brake lines - rear. $50

I'll do $45 shipped.
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-14-2023, 11:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 815
Posted By rearview

Re: LS1 cruise on 3rd gen swap

n/m
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-25-2023, 12:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 318
Posted By rearview

Re: FS: brake dust shields. $30

bump
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-07-2023, 11:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 689
Posted By rearview

Re: Engine/trans too far back for crossmsmber?

I loosened the mount bolts a little, but still the thing didn't move any side to side. That's ok, it wasn't very far off. I slotted my Hawks crossmember a bit and was able to mount it all up. The...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-06-2023, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 689
Posted By rearview

Re: Engine/trans too far back for crossmsmber?

Yeah, I was hoping I didn't have to and so far I have not! ...unless I need to move things forward more. I guess once I get things straightened up, I will see where my shifter fits (after I put...
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-06-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 689
Posted By rearview

Re: Engine/trans too far back for crossmsmber?

That's good to hear. I don't think I CAN move the engine far enough forward without removing it and beating the hell out of the K member (and I'm not excited about removing the engine AGAIN).
Forum: LTX and LSX
02-06-2023, 10:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 689
Posted By rearview

Engine/trans too far back for crossmsmber?

I have my LS1 and my T56 in my 1990 camaro and I was trying to bolt in the transmission crossmember (the Hawks 1984-92 CAMARO/FIREBIRD LSX SWAP TRANS CROSSMEMBER FOR LS SWAP WITH T56 TRANS) with a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-14-2022, 07:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 714
Posted By rearview

Re: Hvac vacuum hose question

Sorry to bump an old thread, but I pulled out my engine and most other things months ago and I'm working on getting things together with the LS now. What vacuum cannister is used in the above...
Forum: Brakes
11-07-2022, 02:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 460
Posted By rearview

4th gen Booster and master cyl too high?

I finally put the 2000 Z28 brake booster and master cylinder into my 1990 the other day. They seem to sit WAY higher than the old 3rd gen parts do. My hood is currently off, but it looks like I'll...
Forum: Interior
11-04-2022, 09:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By rearview

Re: Carpet fitment in hatch area

Well, I feel pretty dumb. I pulled the hatch carpet forward about a foot and it fits pretty well. I just had it in there all wrong. Thanks for the help, especially battmann.
Forum: Interior
11-02-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By rearview

Carpet fitment in hatch area

Among many other things I'm replacing the carpet in my car. I have ACC molded carpet with mass backing. I am looking for advice on a couple things.

1, can someone tell me how the overlap between...
Forum: Interior
07-07-2022, 08:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 563
Posted By rearview

Re: module on HVAC box behind dash id

This label seems to be long gone, sadly.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-07-2022, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 318
Posted By rearview

FS: brake dust shields. $30

Does anyone need dust shields for perhaps a big brake upgrade or factory replacement? I have a pair with bolts.

$25 plus shipping (send me your zip code). Or pick up.
...
Forum: Interior
06-09-2022, 09:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 563
Posted By rearview

Re: module on HVAC box behind dash id

Related question. I'm building a 1990 with an LS1 so not a big deal (I can't use this module, right?) ... But my car does NOT have a cruise control stalk on it. I was surprised to find this cruise...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
05-20-2022, 08:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By rearview

Re: FS: 16x7 "IROC" wheels - aftermarket $400

sold elsewhere!
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
05-12-2022, 07:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By rearview

Re: FS: 16x7 "IROC" wheels - aftermarket $400

Still available.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
05-12-2022, 09:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By rearview

FS: 16x7 "IROC" wheels - aftermarket $400

As the title says I am selling these. I'm near College Station, Texas. Wheels and tires are in great shape, just a little narrow for my LS swap. Tires are in great shape too! 215/60 R16

$400 with...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-23-2022, 05:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By rearview

Re: FS: stainless brake lines - rear. $50

Summit's fitment guide says it fits 1991 and 1992 5.7 cars. All 5.7s were G92. It doesn't fit 1LE it says, but I doubt that's an issue. :)

In other words, yes it should. I just needed the...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-23-2022, 01:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By rearview

FS: stainless brake lines - rear. $50

I am selling the rear three lines from a power stop BH00043 kit. I only needed the fronts. This has the center connection and the two end connections for disc brakes. I will include clips bolts and...
Forum: Cooling
04-15-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,848
Posted By rearview

Re: Autozones cheapest heater core review.

I also installed this Duralast heater core last night. After carefully bending the pipes to where they are supposed to go, it installed really easily actually.

I initially ordered a "four...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-08-2022, 09:12 AM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,108
Posted By rearview

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

I took advantage of my lack of an engine and I took out the heater core. I almost got the replacement in, but it got late. Plus the replacement is SLIGHTLY different... anyway, It looks like I am...
Forum: LTX and LSX
04-08-2022, 09:07 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,174
Posted By rearview

Re: a few simple 89 IROC LS swap questions

There is never a last shipment. I still find myself making summit and rockauto orders every month. :) You always need new swaybar end links or heater hoses or a heater core...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-21-2022, 10:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,174
Posted By rearview

Re: a few simple 89 IROC LS swap questions

I don't think the TBSS intake will clear your hood. I picked up an LS6 intake since I didn't want to pay for a FAST.
Forum: Cooling
02-25-2022, 12:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,113
Posted By rearview

Re: Sanden compressor plumbing

I have a 508 compressor and a bracket (high mount - didn't want t notch the K member and there should be room) from ICT Billet. Engine is going in shortly (work is slow...) and once accessories go...
Forum: Cooling
02-24-2022, 10:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,113
Posted By rearview

Re: Sanden compressor plumbing

Like, will I want something like this: https://www.dirtydingo.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=1438

And some custom hoses made?
Forum: Engine Swap
02-23-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 504
Posted By rearview

Re: Cannot separate T5 and 305

Update. I got it off.

I did end up having to remove the transmission from the bellhousing. I could NOT get the passenger side of the bellhousing off.

Once I got the transmission off, I...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-18-2022, 03:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 504
Posted By rearview

Cannot separate T5 and 305

I'm ready to remove my old 305 (TBI is it matters) and T5 so put i my LS1 and T56. Last night was it. I took the transmission crossmember/mount off (driveshaft and torque arm are off already), I...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-04-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 106,219
Posted By rearview

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

I've been looking and don't see any 3.42 or better posi rear ends around here...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-03-2021, 10:34 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 106,219
Posted By rearview

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

That's...a fair assessment actually...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-03-2021, 02:34 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 106,219
Posted By rearview

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

I sure wish they offered these for those of us with 4th gen rear axles. I'd buy a set in a heartbeat.
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