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Forum: Members Firebirds
04-17-2024, 08:00 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I set the spoiler on and backed the car out of the garage to see how it would look. Overall I am happy with how it looks. ...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-17-2024, 07:56 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Well after 8 months I was finally able to get my spoiler back. The body shop felt bad for stringing me along for so long they didn't charge me. The color is off and it will have to get it redone.....
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-16-2023, 07:28 AM
Replies: 233
Views: 27,692
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1984 Trans Am build thread - turbo LQ4 & 4L80E

I installed the Terminator X on my 89 GTA, it wasn't bad, but I also wasn't thrilled with Holley's harness. I would rather have gone with a custom harness to get the lengths that I need/want. ...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-08-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,062
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: UMI Torque arm issues

I cut the provision off for the factory torque arm to get Spohn torque arm to fit.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-08-2023, 02:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,745
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: NEW 82-92 FIREBIRD REPRODUCTION GAUGE OPTIONS

@hawksthirdgen How much interest do you need to get these gauges going?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-01-2023, 07:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,745
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: NEW 82-92 FIREBIRD REPRODUCTION GAUGE OPTIONS

As I am currently trying to get my factory gauges to work after replacing the ECM with a Terminator X on my 89 GTA. My question is will these gauges use factory senders/ inputs or can they be set up...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-10-2023, 11:11 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Still waiting on my spoiler to get redone - going on 2 months. Every time I contact the body shop its the same response. "It's going into the paint booth this week, I'll have it done Friday"... ...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-23-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

On my downtime I search fb marketplace for random wants and I've been on the search for a spoiler since picking up this project. Obviously I would like a Hawks reproduction, but $800 is not in the...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-13-2023, 11:54 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Since I picked up my new wheels, I haven't been enthused with the 4th gen rear axle. I am not a fan of the rear tires sticking out, even with the factory GTA wheels they stuck out. I have been...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-09-2023, 12:03 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I like that idea, since I am contemplating changing gears. I won't have to worry about messing with anything in the T56 to compensate for that. They aren't that much more expensive than the...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-08-2023, 08:58 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/car_show1_8734e86a890380ce28081aa83e96b9889a0949e9.jpg
Had a couple other 3rd gens park next to me.

Overall the car show/cruise...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-05-2023, 11:12 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

So I am still having issues with my gauges and I have decided that I am not going to try and troubleshoot anymore. I am going to go with the speedhut gauges. Debating on going GPS or programmable for...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-02-2023, 12:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Just got the call, my car is done at the dyno shop. They were able to get the car tuned and I am looking forward to driving it now. I have a cruise this Saturday that I really wanted to take the...
Forum: Exhaust
03-30-2023, 07:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: Header selection disappointment

It is where all the primaries meet into the collector. It leaks from the center and 2 sides. I am going to try and see if a shop can repair them.
Forum: Exhaust
03-30-2023, 06:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By 17RamGTA

Header selection disappointment

While my car was at the tuner, they found my Edelbrock headers are cracked at the collector, the afr was all over the place they said. I thought I heard something when the car was running but...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-06-2023, 07:51 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Mine is a 17', 4" BDS lift with King adjustable shocks and 35s. I still pull a camper, otherwise it would have a 6" and 37s. I think it really needs to be regeared to 3.73s. It has 50k on it, and I...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-06-2023, 06:55 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I finally got some pictures of the intercooler.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/intercooler_a1caf97eca96a87a034b271c51249277583bf26b.jpg
air scoop, ...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-27-2023, 12:17 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

My appointment has been made to get the car fully tuned. I am so looking forward to it. I have about a month to get everything buttoned up to hit the dyno.
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-27-2023, 11:01 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I am looking at changing out the torque arm. I have a T56 from a 95 TA, I am assuming that the following torque arm is what I need.
...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-23-2023, 12:01 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

The seats were done shortly before the car was parked. The previous owner took them to an upholstery shop to have them redone.
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-23-2023, 08:02 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I'll grab a few when I get a chance. It is mounted horizontally in the front,
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-23-2023, 08:01 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I am running 275/40 front and rear. I need to change the rear bumpstops out so that the tires won't rub on the fenders. definitely an upgrade vs the 16's that were on it.
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-21-2023, 07:45 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Picked up a set of wheels and tires today, couldn't wait to bolt them up and see how the car looked. I am debating on installing 1/4 spacers on the front to move the wheels out some....
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-17-2023, 07:02 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

My next stages that I am looking at doing is the suspension. I am going to pull the rear axle and clean it up. Wire brush all the rust off and give it a nice coat of gloss black. I really want to...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-17-2023, 06:57 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

So this shop is kind of local to me, they have 17x9 2nd gen snowflakes. They have a 5 1/8 back spacing, which the calculations come in around 3 mm offset. I have LS1 brakes in the front and 4th gen...
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-16-2023, 09:07 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Still tinkering and cleaning up/ replacing components. I ordered a set of 60lb injectors from SouthBay and finally got them installed. Also ordered a smaller pulley for the Procharger and new belt. I...
Forum: DFI and ECM
12-27-2022, 07:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,356
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 3RD gen with Holley Terminator

I installed a Terminator X on my 89 GTA. I went with a dual sync distributor as well to switch to sequential fuel injection. The install was decent, and I was able to start the car up and drive it...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-03-2022, 12:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,104
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: TPIS

Thank you!
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-03-2022, 12:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,104
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: TPIS

Just adding to this thread about TPIS, I ordered some gaskets, stated in stock, would be about a week. 1 month later nothing. Very frustrated that I can't get a hold of them, as it states on the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
10-13-2022, 07:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 784
Posted By 17RamGTA

OEM vs Aftermarket debate

So I am at a point with my project car that I need to figure out what wheels/tires to go with. I need new tires and with the low selection of 16" tires, this has me wondering do I stay with the...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-03-2022, 06:48 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

It is finally running and I was able to drive it around the block. I still need a few little things, but going to make an appointment to get it fully tuned for the first time in it's modified life....
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-03-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I am looking at replacing the steering wheel. I need to look around and see what works and would look correct. The factory one is in pretty rough shape and I really don't like all the buttons on the...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-03-2022, 10:08 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Been slowly working on bits and pieces, hoping to finish up the wiring that wasn't done for the T56. I will have to see if I can find a connector for the back up lights. The interior is mostly back...
Forum: Electronics
05-25-2022, 06:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 369
Posted By 17RamGTA

C207 help

I am finishing up my Holley Terminator X install on my 89 GTA, I am down to C207, I am trying to figure out what wires are needed. I would like to use the injector power to power up the 3.5" screen...
Forum: Body
04-11-2022, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 525
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: Upper hinge pin only?

When I did the upper and lower hinges on my 89 TA, I removed the upper pins, and than removed the lower, I supported the door on a jack and replaced the bushings on the top and bottom hinges, than...
Forum: Car Audio
04-05-2022, 06:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,947
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: Bring the noise, uncut edition

Back in the day we called Pheonix Gold amps, cheater amps, the power rating was usually conservative, but load them up and they shined. I ran Kicker ZR1000's with ZX460 and a ZR120. man I loved...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-04-2022, 02:05 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Originally this radiator came from a camaro and had dual 12" pushers, but wanted to run a puller instead. If I run into issues than I will try to fit one of those in. I removed the condensor to run...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-04-2022, 06:51 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

more pictures of the wiring.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1008x756/resized_20220403_165958_91409604c7ccf54a7fd44f160ed037da8ec5df61.jpeg...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-04-2022, 06:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I pretty much have the wiring complete, minus some sensors that I need to order for the Holley. I wired in a volvo fan relay to power the Spal 16" fan. I will see if 2050 CFM are enough to keep the...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-21-2022, 06:52 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I should receive my Holley terminator X today, than I will work on wiring. After a few calls with Procharger, I am going to swap out the 3.70" pulley to a 3.40" and see what kind of numbers I can...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-21-2022, 06:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

been working on the car about 1 day a week, Ordered a collection of parts from the research I have done from this site. Found a complete set of LS1 drilled and slotted rotors w/calipers from the fb...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-25-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I don't have clearance on the passenger side due to intercooler piping. I have pulled the condensor for now, to figure out the radiator issue. Once I know I can get a radiator to fit and keep the...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-24-2022, 06:29 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

The 3rd gen radiator doesn't clear the 12 rib setup on the procharger. I need a radiator with the drivers side outlet lower, or change out the pulley setup to a 8 rib setup. I found a picture with...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-22-2022, 06:38 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

We had some nice weather, so I spent some time working on the car. Using info from this site, I stripped out the wiring I hopefully didn't need, and kept what I needed. we'll see.. I know I have a...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-22-2022, 06:30 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

Yeah, He did and still does, but he has other things that require attention, so who knows how long the car would have sat.
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-18-2022, 06:45 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

I have not found any rust yet. The car has 130k on it and the underside needs a really good cleaning. Waiting on a friend that has a hotsy pressure washer to come over so I can do a good cleaning. ...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-18-2022, 06:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

The mice had a nice home for who knows how many years, they had nest under the back seats, in the rear quarters. I found corn and grain in places i can't believe. The only place I haven't found...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-17-2022, 12:03 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

The best picture i currently have, I need to grab some recent ones. I will be changing out the rear spoiler as it is in bad shape.
...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-17-2022, 10:15 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

Re: 1989 GTA project

The car has a hotchkis suspension/ and eibach 1.5" lowering springs, unknown subframe connectors.
List of parts that it will be getting:
TDS wonderbar
Hawk restoration parts, replace door seals,...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-17-2022, 10:09 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By 17RamGTA

1989 GTA project

I've known about this car for at least 23 years, it was a good friend of mines car. He started this project, but as with most projects life gets in the way. The car ended up sitting in a shed. A deal...
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