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Forum: Members Camaros
04-26-2024, 02:50 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,595
Posted By ACebell

Re: The Sh*tbox Z28 build

As they say small world! That is a cool story, history of the car. The build quality is important, so it the finished results; yet these sort of stories behind our cars, and how they intertwined...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-25-2024, 01:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 115
Posted By ACebell

Re: My Future Cookie Monster

From what I can tell, the dash pad looks nice! no racks. and the floors look good too.. Good start!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2024, 01:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 199
Posted By ACebell

Re: Flexplate questions

Not a dumb question! I just do the old school method ad count them!

Here is what Rock Auto Shows for your application:

1987 PONTIAC FIREBIRD 2.8L 173cid V6 Flexplate | RockAuto...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2024, 11:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 199
Posted By ACebell

Re: Flexplate questions

Yes - a cracked flex plate can cause a "knocking noise" - I had a 90' Silverado, that had a same issue. It's not a difficult job to check, swap it out. Just need some ramps, or good quality jack...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2024, 11:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 98
Posted By ACebell

Re: High rpm shifts

And B) when it shifts from 1st to second it climbs all the way to redline and shifts hard squaking the rear tires. The same happened from 2nd to 3rd. What could cause this?

The governor controls...
Forum: Cooling
04-23-2024, 09:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 538
Posted By ACebell

Re: A/c woes

Was that R12 that blew out? That stuff (the real stuff) is pricey. Sounds like the schrader valve needle got stuck open. (like drive it) mentioned.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-22-2024, 12:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 277
Posted By ACebell

Re: Need help tightening transmission lines to 700r4

Yes - put a floor jack under the transmission tail shaft (block of wood would be nice). Jack the tail shaft up to relieve the pressure, and then unthread the 4 bolts for the transmission mount. Then...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-22-2024, 11:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 277
Posted By ACebell

Re: Need help tightening transmission lines to 700r4

Exactly what I did! And then used some stubby wrenches from Harbor Freight.

12 Piece Stubby Combination Wrench Set (harborfreight.com)...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-15-2024, 02:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 184
Posted By ACebell

Re: 1989 IROC Z Vert air conditioning won't hold vacuum but I can't find a leak!

I wouldn't add R134A back to the system after all that work. Change the Schrader valve again (I have seen faulty o-rings on them). No mention of the AC hoses. Are these the original? maybe a...
Forum: Car Audio
04-05-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 229
Posted By ACebell

Re: Does an old school cassette radio fits as a replacement for the stock radio?

Back in the day, we stuffed all sorts of Single DIN (with knobs) in these cars. My favorite was the Realistic (from Radio Shack). My brother was working part-time at the local store. He would set...
Forum: Carburetors
04-05-2024, 10:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 134
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fuel sending unit

Two options - buy this:

82-87 Chevrolet Camaro Pontiac Firebird Carbureted Fuel Sending Unit, Chevy carb | eBay...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
03-27-2024, 02:29 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 62,013
Posted By ACebell

Re: Rock Auto Discount Codes here (Share them if you have them) RockAuto

Just used: 261923117237221080
Expires April 26, 2024
Forum: Members Camaros
03-13-2024, 11:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 290
Posted By ACebell

Re: Trade '84 Sports coupe for '88 Corvette?

I will play the card keep the Camaro. You don't see many low miles unmolested Sport Coupe around. They all were driven hard and trashed. The C4 (had two) are worlds apart from the Camaro (agreed). I...
Forum: Engine Swap
03-04-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 505
Posted By ACebell

Re: 1986 TA originally a 305 LG4, what's a good Smogable, 350 EASY swap?

From what I read (there is a thread on-going), the '87 LG4 is the best of all LG4 engines in the Camaro/Firebird platform. You would need to find a '87 donor car with low miles. But that would be...
Forum: Electronics
03-01-2024, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 147
Posted By ACebell

Re: First Post! Need some thoughts and opinions on some broken wires.

Welcome aboard. Yes, the second picture is the vacuum source for the HVAC system. The input source of vacuum is the intake manifold. On the carburetor versions, it is pulled from the same source as...
Forum: Body
02-20-2024, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 311
Posted By ACebell

Re: Lower radiator support bent straight up - best way to bend it back down?

I'm all for grabbing the hammer and trying to pound the heck out of it to get it back to shape. But maybe? A 2/4 and a 1/4 and a few big C-Clamps first to see if you can easy the offending bend back...
Forum: History / Originality
02-16-2024, 12:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 464
Posted By ACebell

Re: 85 IROC 15k miles on BaT

Memory Lane for me. in High School (1986), there was some guy with this same car. Even down to the rear wiper too. He tore that car up unfortunately. This was a high dollar car for some high school...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2024, 03:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 326
Posted By ACebell

Re: fuel tank sender unit Carby no pump in tank type

Here's an old thread on how this was solved.
Carb gas tank pickup - Third Generation F-Body Message Boards (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/carburetors/374139-carb-gas-tank-pickup.html)
I had the...
Forum: Electronics
02-09-2024, 12:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 440
Posted By ACebell

Re: Need help on a 89 iroc

Ugh - I would not even know where to start! You best option is to find an engine harness from a wrecking yard.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-09-2024, 12:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 232
Posted By ACebell

Re: Car died now won't even start, strange issue.

The first thing to rule out the starter is either use a remote start switch or a screwdriver to arch the poles. If the starter engages and spins the engine, then you can rule out the starter.
...
Forum: Body
02-07-2024, 05:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 568
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fuel Filler Door 91 TA Vert

Happy late birthday to Roorancher! I hope when I'm 70, I'm still turning wrenches. The wondering statement got me thinking a bit. I read somewhere that you were an airplane mechanic (on the board...
Forum: Body
02-07-2024, 11:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 284
Posted By ACebell

Re: WINDSHIELD RUBBER SEAL

No real need to remove the windshield to replace the reveal molding. It is snapped it place and held by whatever residual urethane squeezed out when the windshield was installed into the channel....
Forum: Body
02-07-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 284
Posted By ACebell

Re: WINDSHIELD RUBBER SEAL

The windshield revel molding or the actual windshield (glass against the windshield frame seal)? The revel molding is available (aftermarket about $15 or so when I bought it). The windshield glass...
Forum: Interior
02-06-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 309
Posted By ACebell

Re: Interior Colour Navy Blue?

I have what the factory invoice (from GM) called FDD2 Dark Blue CUS CLOTH. Here is an example of my beat-up door panels for reference....
Forum: Body
02-02-2024, 02:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 568
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fuel Filler Door 91 TA Vert

Going to follow up with thread on the filler neck alignment. This is my experience, take it for what it is worth! Like most of us, I swapped the fuel pump by myself (and a few beers). I used an air...
Forum: History / Originality
01-26-2024, 10:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 276
Posted By ACebell

Re: New member

Nice car! Always wanted a Formula! Back in HS, I went to indulge my dream at the local (now defunct, thanks GM!) Pontiac dealer. 1988 Base Formuala, TBI, auto, YELLOW, looked like yours.. I was in...
Forum: Body
01-26-2024, 09:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 146
Posted By ACebell

Re: 86 Camaro trunk lid rubber stopper?

Parts book calls those FILLER. Qtr Otr Pnl At Tail Lamp
RH - 20318984
LH - 20318985
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-21-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 248
Posted By ACebell

Re: 89 Iroc

For the front LCAs - I sort of remember that there was a spot weld on opposite sides, where the bushing is insert. I "think" we ground the spot weld down and then used a hammer and chisel to break...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-21-2024, 04:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 248
Posted By ACebell

Re: 89 Iroc

Autozone will rent a kit similar to the link below.
And I think Harbor Freight sells something similar too.

Amazon.com: CARTMAN 4-in-1 Ball Joint Deluxe Service Kit Tool Set 2wd & 4wd Vehicles...
Forum: Body
01-15-2024, 03:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 568
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fuel Filler Door 91 TA Vert

Cold outside here in Texas (well cold for us Texans), but I went out to check my filler neck position. Keep in mind my car is blown apart for paint (so no gas door nor black bucket), but my filler...
Forum: Body
01-15-2024, 01:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 568
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fuel Filler Door 91 TA Vert

Just to update this thread - there is (was) a 5,298 MILE 1986 CAMARO SPORT COUPE on Hemmings that had a good picture of the gas door and related gaskets.
Saved the picture and posting it here. In...
Forum: Interior
01-12-2024, 09:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 295
Posted By ACebell

Re: Int panel jute padding

Nice job on the improvised repairs. When I put my interior back together, I will probably follow your ideas to restore the sound deadening on my panels.
Forum: Members Camaros
01-12-2024, 09:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 237
Posted By ACebell

Re: 89 Iroc - First Timer

Congratulations on your new purchase, and welcome too! Looks pretty solid from the pictures. Nice choice on the hardtop too!
Forum: Body
01-08-2024, 12:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 568
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fuel Filler Door 91 TA Vert

I never have order from the vendor; so, I can't speak to the quality of the product or if it fixes the problem. I was contemplating the same solution, but instead of gasket material, maybe...
Forum: Exhaust
01-05-2024, 07:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 402
Posted By ACebell

Re: Flowmaster 17234 ?

Looks like an 80 series..

Flowmaster 53083 80 Series Crossflow Muffler, 3.00" IN (O) / OUT (D), 5x10 16 Gauge (holley.com) (https://www.holley.com/products/discontinued_product/parts/53083)
Forum: History / Originality
01-05-2024, 07:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 254
Posted By ACebell

Re: 1982 z28 with 38 miles goes for $38,500 at Mecum Kissimmee

Wow! I looked at the pictures. Super clean car, (should be with 38 miles), but that price! I love the third gens; but can't believe the price paid...
Forum: Body
01-05-2024, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 385
Posted By ACebell

Re: Door handle gasket

Not that I know of, nor found when I took my handles off. Wide open, like the general designed.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-04-2024, 04:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 483
Posted By ACebell

Re: Shifter camaro z28 82

Just checked the parts manual for 1982-1984 Camaro- the shifter assembly is called "Control" - part number for all three years is the same: 10027014
So, in theory the shifter assembly is same for...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-04-2024, 03:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,082
Posted By ACebell

Re: Generic ebay Intake Manifold

I remember when you could buy a single plane Eldelbrock Torker II at the local speed shops for $79 bucks. They sold blackjack headers for $39.99 (generic small block chevy) too. Not that a single...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-04-2024, 10:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 907
Posted By ACebell

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

Definitely a hard decision! I am super impressed with all these cars! If I had enough money, and enough storage, (and my wife would not ask what I would do with another car) I would want all of...
Forum: Body
01-03-2024, 11:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 568
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fuel Filler Door 91 TA Vert

Had the same problem! There is a gasket that disintegrates over time between the filler door hinge and the body.

NOS OER Camaro IROC Firebird Trans Am GTA Fuel Door Hinge Gasket 1982-1992 GM...
Forum: Body
12-28-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 288
Posted By ACebell

Re: Door latch interchange question

Check out this thread:

Door latch experiment, affordable door latches found!!!! - Third Generation F-Body Message Boards...
Forum: Carburetors
12-27-2023, 10:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 312
Posted By ACebell

Re: carb question

I would stay with the TBI - and fix the issues that you are experiencing, IMO.
Swapping TBI to carb is possible; but it is labor intensive and not cost effective. You would need a new intake...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-27-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 493
Posted By ACebell

Re: Ac compressor bracket

Unfortunately, not - that appears to be the intake bolt to head.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1922x1030/intake_bb1bd4736ddf2f1157bc7ce21232b09e83bea8df.jpg
The red...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-27-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 493
Posted By ACebell

Re: Ac compressor bracket

Maybe try to fabricate something? Like the turn buckle on your alternator? That is what I was going to do if I could not source the correct part? The problem is, (hard to tell from the picture) that...
Forum: Cooling
12-27-2023, 09:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,226
Posted By ACebell

Re: A/C Vacuum Tank

I purchased a Factory Shop Manual (not Haynes or Chilton's) from a vendor on eBay. That is where the picture above originated.
Forum: Body
12-26-2023, 02:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 809
Posted By ACebell

Re: Crooked door?

Cross post (sort of) - in the History section - there is a Z28 with only 39-miles on the odometer for sale at Mecum. The doors appear to be flush at the top.
1982 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for sale at...
Forum: History / Originality
12-26-2023, 02:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 548
Posted By ACebell

Re: 39 MILE 1982 CAMARO Z28

Super Nice condition. Hard to tell in the pictures, but the door gaps, and the spoiler alignment look almost perfect. In another thread on "crooked doors" we are all hypothesizing why the top of the...
Forum: Members Firebirds
12-22-2023, 03:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 859
Posted By ACebell

Re: Fixing up an 84 Trans Am in 2024

Welcome aboard! You, like most of us here, found a weakness for these particular vehicles. We all must appreciate the poor GM build quality issues yet love these cars non the less. If you have DEEP...
Forum: Cooling
12-21-2023, 03:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,226
Posted By ACebell

Re: A/C Vacuum Tank

Not much in the factory service manual or parts manual.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_0659_7b493f5d95ff74d402feffb69db3e1df3a1772fc.jpeg...
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