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Forum: Exhaust
Today, 10:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 147
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Catalytic converter

Is there an O2 sensor on the exhaust exhaust manifold?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2024, 09:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 189
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Need help tightening transmission lines to 700r4

I have a leak of tranny fluid. Started a couple months ago. When I get my T/A back today, I will attempt to diagnose source. I am guessing that it is the o-ring on the tranny fluid filler tube at the...
Forum: History / Originality
04-24-2024, 09:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 805
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Reproduction door stickers

I would be interested in 1984. I will post a picture later.
Forum: History / Originality
04-24-2024, 09:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 252
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: My new HW 85 IROC and 2 84 Firebirds

I have two 1984 Hot Wheels - Light blue & white.Also a 1970 Hemi Cuda ragtop in dark blue
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-23-2024, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 189
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Need help tightening transmission lines to 700r4

U may have to remove the trans dipstick/filler tube & plug that oriface then use the tubing wrenches to tighten the lines.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-20-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 200
Posted By 72buickgs

10W30 vs 10w40 engine oil

Any of you fellows using 10W40 oil in your 395 ci as opposed to 10W30 as recommended in the 1984 owner's manual?
Forum: Body
04-10-2024, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 88
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Driver's side window rattle/regulator loose Nut and Bolt Fix 91 TA

One at a time & window up but a half inch from completely closed. At least that is how I would do it.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-08-2024, 10:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 546
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Best tires for my Iroc

I have BFG Radial T/A's on my 1984 Trans AM & had them on my 1972 Buick GS. Tires are good by me. I would have no qualms about buying BFG again.
I have friend with a 1967 Mustang with Falkens on it...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-08-2024, 08:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 546
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Best tires for my Iroc

Falken
Forum: Electronics
03-28-2024, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 130
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Turn signals stopped working

the flashers can be 2 prong for 4-way flasher or 3 prong for signal lights, if i remember correctly. Years ago I replaced both flashers on my Buick GS
Forum: Car Audio
03-27-2024, 02:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 510
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: OEM Radio Advice

M&R are highly recommended on other classic car sites.
Forum: Car Audio
03-27-2024, 10:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 510
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: OEM Radio Advice

I have the UU6 radio in my '84 T/A. I had to ship it to a repairman in London Ontario to have the unit completely repaired/restored to make it function. He replaced all the capacitors & cleaned all...
Forum: Cooling
03-27-2024, 10:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 229
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Vaccum & EGR lines

My 1984 Trans AM was built as an "Export" vehicle. It has a QJ & thus no ecm. I removed all the excess vacuum line & associated TVS units. I believe that I have four primary vacuum line remaining. no...
Forum: Interior
03-26-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 290
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: 82-84 dark royal blue replacement interior upholstry

The product u have in your hand looks like what is in my 1984 Trans AM. My car has less than 40000 kilometres.
. Attached is a picture of the interior.

...
Forum: History / Originality
03-25-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 805
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Reproduction door stickers

Interested. Will take a couple pictures of mine.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-22-2024, 09:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 386
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Rear Axle Knocking.

If u have any movement of the axle, up & down or side to side, the bearing is shot. Replace both sides with bearing + seal.
Forum: Exhaust
03-20-2024, 09:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,239
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Exhaust manifold connecting to snorkel of air cleaner?

That valve in the passenger side of the exhaust manifold is called a "heat riser". These damn things seemed to always seize closed. In a couple cars, I have removed the "butterfly" & placed the...
Forum: Body
03-20-2024, 09:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 126
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Mounting Studs

U should be able to purchase these nuts, which come in various sizes at most hardware stores that is what I did many years ago when I restored my (sold) 1972 Buick GS, and more recently for another...
Forum: Electronics
03-19-2024, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 211
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Amp is killing battery

Using a multimeter was how I discovered that my radio was causing a parasitic draw on my battery & killing it. I had an electronics repairman resolve the situation. No more draw.
Forum: Car Audio
03-16-2024, 09:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 451
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Good spot to grab high current 12V for stereo

I have noticed with the last battery I purchased last year, that the lead receiver is depressed furthur inside the battery or shortened. The bolts in the +ve & -ve cables are short as is & thus leave...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-16-2024, 09:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 213
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: WANTED: Brass Heater Core

Every 3 years or so, flush your cooling system with the heater controls set to heat. Be sure to use ONLY distilled water mixed 50/50 with your anti-freeze. Been doing that for 20 years with no...
Forum: Electronics
03-10-2024, 09:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,115
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Battery Experience / Advice

When Willard & Exide manufactured batteries many years ago, the batteries were quality & lasted for years. But when China gets into the business, the quality becomes junk.
With the fall of quality,...
Forum: Electronics
03-09-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,115
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Battery Experience / Advice

I have had great results with ACDelco batteries. I replaced the battery in my '84 Trans AM shortly after I purchased it, with an ACDELCO. The warranty is 2 years & same battery that I installed in my...
Forum: Interior
03-05-2024, 08:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 189
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: 89 IROC Fresh Air Vent Is Stuck!

I am in the same boat as u & will have to remove the necessary portion of the dash to resolve. I believe that in my "84 T/A that this vent has never been used.
I think that there could be a kink in...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-05-2024, 08:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 669
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Trans cooler line fitting O-ring?

In this case I would use a nitrile o ring. whether it is metric or SAE
Forum: Exhaust
02-17-2024, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 327
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Photos of Center mount exhaust tips on firebird

Dynodave43 - Love the exhaust mod that u made. What make if the muffler & was it an exact fit?
Forum: Electronics
02-16-2024, 09:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 205
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Need help with starter not turning

When purchasing a rebuilt, it becomes a crap shoot. Chances are the field coils, over time, have failed to produce a sufficient electromagnetic charge to turn the armature. Of course the field coils...
Forum: Electronics
02-15-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 227
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Annoying Key Buzzer

I have had several cars with the "buzzer". I just cut the "buzzer" wire & sealed the cut end. No more buzzer
Forum: Cooling
02-08-2024, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 611
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Would you keep the coolant lines to the oil filter

Unless u are drag racing or track racing, an oil cooler is not necessary
Forum: Interior
02-08-2024, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 310
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Interior Colour Navy Blue?

The door panels do seem to match my panels. The soft fabric - seats, headline, etc are much lighter.
Forum: Interior
02-03-2024, 10:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 310
Posted By 72buickgs

Interior Colour Navy Blue?

The interior in my '84 is 22C, which is by option, is Navy Blue, supposedly the only blue interior colour for 1984. Now navy blue is a dark blue colour. My interior, including headliner, appears to...
Forum: Interior
02-03-2024, 10:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 566
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: REglue Sagging Headliner 1984 Trans AM

moved to new thread
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-02-2024, 09:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 517
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Hawks LS lower radiator hose doesn't work

Did u guys ever check to see if Gates makes the hose that u require? Check it out on rockauto.com That is here I purchase the rad hoses & heater hose for my '84 Trans AM 305
Forum: Body
01-30-2024, 10:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 621
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Cowl gasket

Great!
Forum: Electronics
01-29-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 172
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: New alternator issues.

maybe these will help.

http://bzerob.com/library/gm/gm-SI-upgrade-%20to-CS-alternator.html

http://www.buickperformanceclub.com/alternat.htm
Forum: Body
01-28-2024, 02:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 351
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Disk brakes front & rear - proportion valve

I am going to leave well-enough alone. Tkx for the information.
Forum: Body
01-28-2024, 07:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 621
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Cowl gasket

I would love to see a picture. Would u be willing to give Codyman a picture + dimensions. If u wanted to sell it, which I doubt, I would be willing to buy. Tkx
Gerry
Forum: Body
01-27-2024, 11:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 621
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Cowl gasket

Come spring I may remove the cowl & see what I have. Would I assume that the gasket is rubber?
Forum: Interior
01-27-2024, 11:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 566
Posted By 72buickgs

REglue Sagging Headliner 1984 Trans AM

The headliner in my T/A (27000 miles) with t-tops has a few sag areas. The cover appears to like new.
What I want to do -
1) remove the headliner panel
2) carefully remove the cover from the...
Forum: Body
01-27-2024, 10:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 351
Posted By 72buickgs

Disk brakes front & rear - proportion valve

My 1984 Trans Am has disk brakes front & drum rear + prop valve. If I were to install a rear disk brake kit, do i keep the current prop valve, remove it or replace the current prop valve with an...
Forum: Body
01-25-2024, 10:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 621
Posted By 72buickgs

Cowl gasket

I own a 1984 Trans AM. I know the gasket has failed over the years at the "cowl" on the hood. Part # 10030132 which is long gone. Would anyone have a picture of this gasket that they could post?
tkx
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-19-2024, 09:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,202
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: 89 T/A, 700R4 won't shift till 2500 when cold

89GTASC;
I will keep note of your solution in mind eventhough my "84 T/A has not had the issue.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-18-2024, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 711
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: 700R4 Rebuild

About 15 years ago, I asked my mechanic who lived next door to me & managed a tranny & engine repair shop, the cost to rebuild a TH350. He said to bring $1000 cdn. Now cost would be at least double....
Forum: Cooling
01-15-2024, 09:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 302
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Boiling in over flow tank

BBCSwap - U are correct.
Forum: Electronics
01-12-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 317
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Best Wiring Heat Protection?

Would a metal heat shield used to keep exhaust manifold off the starter help? Had to add a shield that attaches to the block to protect the starter from excess heat on my 1981 Cutlass.
Forum: Cooling
01-07-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 541
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: Coolent turned to slush

Replace that old antifreeze asap. Too much water in the solution now. And change the thermostat at same time.
Forum: Body
01-05-2024, 09:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 960
Posted By 72buickgs

Re: vin numbers and body tags?

Back when cars had frames , the vin was stamped on a couple places on the frame. some were on the frame under the drivers door & on the frame above the rear quarter. Police had the special locations...
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