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Forum: History / Originality
05-05-2024, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 156
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 279 MILE 1984 Z28 L69

Only things missing are power windows, T roof and the original Eagle GT's (why would you replace them on a 279 mile car).
There must be a story to this car...
Forum: Cooling
05-02-2024, 09:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 228
Posted By VIZ28

Re: eBay Radiator Warning!

Chinesium is everywhere.
Even the US military buys stuff from China.
Forum: History / Originality
04-26-2024, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 562
Posted By VIZ28

Re: New 1982-1992 Camaro Reference Book

Good book, but there are a few inaccuracies.

'89 1LE Camaros came with VR tires, not ZR (at least they did at the end if January '89).
I believe '86 was the only year with single side dump...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
04-22-2024, 12:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 386
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 280 mile 85 at auction

Nice looking low mileage car.
I wonder how many miles were on the original speedometer.

At first I thought this was the car on BAT earlier this year, but it is not. This one is in much nicer ...
Forum: History / Originality
04-19-2024, 08:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 562
Posted By VIZ28

Re: New 1982-1992 Camaro Reference Book

Got mine before they are gone!
Forum: Body
04-18-2024, 08:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 202
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Broken hood safety latch

I think LAFireboyd nailed it.

It's just worn out hinges. Mine does the same thing.
It's something I've learned to live with on a high mileage, 35 year old car.
Forum: Body
04-16-2024, 08:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 123
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Rear license plate screw mounting things?

Any auto supply store would have them.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-08-2024, 12:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 549
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Best tires for my Iroc

I'm happy with my Toyo R888R on my '89.
Definately not the tires for a daily driver though.

I have BFG G-Force Sport Comp 2 (not the all season model) on my daily driver ('97 RS). I found that...
Forum: History / Originality
03-30-2024, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 206
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Macgyver racing a 3rd gen camaro

Nice article. I have the '89 he was supposed to race.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-28-2024, 10:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 244
Posted By VIZ28

Re: T5 Shiftboot retainer

I have a rubber cone under the boot that keeps it snug to the shifter ball. T5.0 from Hawks.
looks like a suspension bushing of sorts. ...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
03-18-2024, 10:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,352
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 92 Z-28 for sale

Rod, send the OP a DM, he is still active here (as in posted yesterday).
Forum: History / Originality
03-15-2024, 10:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 453
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 113 MILE 1983 TRANS AM PACE CAR

Something definately doesn't add up.
I also would not believe anything I read on Hemmings. It's full of BS, half truths and outright lies. Seems to be the place for flippers out to make a quick buck...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-20-2024, 08:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 475
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 97 t5 swap

You are swapping an auto for a manual right?
etc, etc, etc.

I would not recommend this, I'll leave it at that.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-20-2024, 07:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 475
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 97 t5 swap

I have both a '97 3.8 T5 and an '89 305 T5.
the gearing is very much different between the 2.

There are a lot of other parts you will need to swap acquire as well. Engine harmonic balancer, trans...
Forum: V6
02-20-2024, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 296
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 3800 in 86 Firebird Auto

For what its worth, the 3.8 FWD & RWD blocks are the same. I put a short block from a 2007 Buick in my '97 RS during Covid (it's my DD, bought it in '98). The only thing you need to be careful on...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-18-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,178
Posted By VIZ28

Re: hydraulic car ramps

I made these out of 2x10.
They are extremely stable, and raise the car 12".
I can get them under the tires using my trolley jack on the K member and diff. This leaves me enough room to work under...
Forum: History / Originality
02-17-2024, 10:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 464
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 85 IROC 15k miles on BaT

Ah, now I see it. Thanks!!
Forum: History / Originality
02-17-2024, 09:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 464
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 85 IROC 15k miles on BaT

How does one turn on the rear wiper?
I checked every photo and could not find a switch

I believe on early Camaros, there was a switch where the fog light switch is on this car.

Enquiring OCD...
Forum: History / Originality
01-28-2024, 11:34 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,180
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 20 mile 1LE 5 speed iroc going to Barrett Jackson on 1-25.

Yes, these may be terrible investments.

Probably could have done better on the market for the 11 years I owned my '71 Z28 (2012 - 2023).
I certainly did better in the 6 years I owned my '81 Z28...
Forum: History / Originality
01-27-2024, 06:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 437
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 1989 formula goes for $5,500 at Barrett Jackson

Right now someone is very happy and someone is not so happy.

My 2 cents would be to lose the window tint and put stock WS6 wheels on it. Sweet ride and a good buy.
Forum: History / Originality
01-21-2024, 07:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,180
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 20 mile 1LE 5 speed iroc going to Barrett Jackson on 1-25.

Did he get any pictures of the funky exhaust?
Forum: History / Originality
01-20-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,180
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 20 mile 1LE 5 speed iroc going to Barrett Jackson on 1-25.

Looks like the exhaust pipe into the muffler got loose and the whole assembly rotated.

Another cool feature on this car though is no rear window defogger.
Forum: Engine Swap
01-19-2024, 10:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 332
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Air cleaner help/swap

Considering the air cleaner on an original LT1 (350 with 6,500 rpm redline and 780 cfm carb) was more restrictive than the HO set up, you will be fine, and getting cooler air.
Forum: Interior
01-16-2024, 07:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 583
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Interesting Power Door Lock Slider Switch Question

OP, mine worked like yours, until I took the door panel off, cleaned and lubed everything. Now they work like they are supposed to. I replaced the outer door handle with NOS at the same time due to...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-15-2024, 01:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 656
Posted By VIZ28

Re: January 2024 COTM Winner

That is one sweet restoration you should be very proud of.
Congratulations!
Forum: History / Originality
01-13-2024, 04:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 273
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 5,298 MILE 1986 CAMARO SPORT COUPE

Good catch on the missing fender emblems.
Looks like it us still riding on 38 year old Goodyear Eagle GT's. These cars came stock with the F41 suspension.
Looks almost identical to my first brand...
Forum: Electronics
01-11-2024, 09:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 314
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Ok, crazy idea.. Help please?

Sounds like 4th gen DTRL module and wiring diagram is what you are looking for.
Grab one from a wrecker with the connector and a length of leads.
Forum: Fabrication
01-09-2024, 08:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 36,926
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Firebird ugly mode headlight delete

I'm sure if you look at wreckers in the very near future you will find some LED headlights that will fit that short opening. Sime of the OEM stuff these days up pretty near. It will look super...
Forum: History / Originality
01-09-2024, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 215
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 1989 Formula with 350 and 69k miles goes for $18,150 at Mecum Kissimmee

Which car do you get?
The one with the spoiler or the one without :-):2cents:
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-07-2024, 12:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 211
Posted By VIZ28

Re: WTB LT1 camshaft

Ah, 2nd gen LT1, not 2nd gen F-body...
Got it.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-07-2024, 11:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 211
Posted By VIZ28

Re: WTB LT1 camshaft

That's a wicked solid lifter cam shaft.

Bone stock that small block spun to 6,500 RPM under a Weiland intake and 680cfm Holey carb. What a sound as you approached the redline.

I had one in my...
Forum: Exhaust
01-05-2024, 08:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 403
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Flowmaster 17234 ?

2 inlets on the same side, one outlet on the other side looks like a GM truck muffler (like for an '06 Silverado).
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-04-2024, 10:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 907
Posted By VIZ28

Re: January 2024 COTM **Voting Thread** - First Timers!

Sanair Super Speedway in Quebec.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-01-2024, 08:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 907
Posted By VIZ28

Re: January 2024 COTM **Voting Thread** - First Timers!

This is my 1989 IROC-Z 1LE R7U.
All the '89 cars were identical, other than interior and exterior colour.

The car was originally ordered by Bill Drossos for Richard Dean Anderson (MacGyver) to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-25-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,786
Posted By VIZ28

Re: wet/dry sump

Just for a little bit of levity, here is a blown 400ci small block on nitro with a dry sump driven off the front of the engine. The tank holds 15 quarts of 70 weight oil. Note the siamese port heads...
Forum: Exhaust
12-15-2023, 10:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 576
Posted By VIZ28

Re: please comment my exhaust plans!

Cats should be as close to the engine as possible, definitely not behind the cross over.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-15-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,740
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Holiday COTM **Self-Nomination Thread**

I'll play.
This is my 1989 1LE R7U after nut & bolt restoration by the original owner to how it was last raced in September of 1990 (second place finish).

I would also offer to assist with the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-11-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,440
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 245/50R16 or nothing?

How do you like these as a performance tire?
I have the same ones on my 4th gen, but the sports (not the all season). Treadwear is rated at 280.
I have had them on the car for 4 years / 15,000km.
...
Forum: TPI
11-19-2023, 10:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,131
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Porting TPI Plenum and Runners in 2023. Finding Gaskets

Thanks for sharing this.
Draw a horizontal and vertical line with inch or cm markings on your template near the bottom.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-17-2023, 12:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,440
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 245/50R16 or nothing?

Yes, they are sticky, the car goes where you point it NOW. And don't even think about driving in the rain.
You can feel them complain when you back up and turn hard (like backing into a driveway),...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-17-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,440
Posted By VIZ28

Re: 245/50R16 or nothing?

I have a set of 255/50/16 Toyo R888R's for my stock '89 R7U 1LE.
They fit quite nicely.
Forum: Members Camaros
10-27-2023, 04:25 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 8,475
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Morrison Cook #98 SCCA Escort World Champion 88 Iroc

When I bought my '89 1LE R7U it came with 4 binders of documentation and articles, including this November 2002 Chevy Rumble article.
...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-23-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 337
Posted By VIZ28

Re: WTB N64 original aluminum wheel spare

The spare in my '89 1LE R7U looks like a standard black painted wheel, but the magnet says its aluminum.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-16-2023, 08:56 PM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,326
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

"Field of Dreams" car show in Victoria BC.
Over 600 cars.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1124/20230813_082427_7ee8e85c6a4b8dbcc798cf4487b65a2c182c648e.jpg
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-12-2023, 10:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,567
Posted By VIZ28

Re: LUCAS OIL NOW DILUTED WITH REGULAR OIL DO NOT BUY!!!

We run Lucas 70 weight oil and never have had an oil related problem with our 400 CID SBC powered top fuel dragster....
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-11-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,141
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Anybody ever find their old Camaro?

What's the update on the car now?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-10-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 13,228
Posted By VIZ28

Re: best steering wheel

I can't see using anything other than a MOMO wheel, in my car anyway.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230710_171619_31a42bd4b61baba612959d85f5779155d08876b7.jpg...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-09-2023, 09:55 AM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,326
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

The Gorge Canada Day Picnic car show.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/20230701_074054_9b9ff4403fb8a04f9d58e2da862e35966a391bed.jpg
'89 R7U 1LE Restored to 1990...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-12-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,141
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Anybody ever find their old Camaro?

It' was "up on blocks" lol.
Did the entire swap using nothing more than a set of standard tools and a floor jack....
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-12-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,141
Posted By VIZ28

Re: Anybody ever find their old Camaro?

Not a 3rd gen, but I found my '97 RS about 5 years ago and bought it back. Unmolested, still had most of the original paint. 240,000 km on the clock (I put over 165,000 on it) and bad rod knock on a...
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