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Forum: TPI
01-02-2024, 06:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

I never messed with the timing but the previous owner could have. I will have to check it out.
Forum: TPI
01-02-2024, 03:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

Checked for air leaks around the runners and throttle body and it seemed fine. Fixed some of the vacuum lines they were in pretty rough shape. Still does the same thing, Starts up and idles around...
Forum: TPI
12-30-2023, 03:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

That was the problem (imagine that lol). You can give it throttle now and it won't die instantly. Still idles like crap and shuts itself off eventually but it fixed the throttle problem.
Forum: TPI
12-30-2023, 07:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

Fair point lol. Will reattach and try it again.
Forum: TPI
12-29-2023, 08:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

I took the passenger side runner off and put new gaskets in. After putting everything back together and starting it was still leaking coolant. Turns out the hose that goes into the throttle body was...
Forum: TPI
12-27-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

Yea hopefully that will help the idle and coolant leak. Appreciate the tip about cleaning it because she looks pretty rough after 20 years lol.
Forum: TPI
12-27-2023, 01:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

Edited post with update after installing new injectors and regulator.
Forum: TPI
10-18-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

Seems like it's gonna need new injectors. I appreciate everyone's help!
Forum: TPI
10-12-2023, 05:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

Just checked the fuel pressure and it goes to 44 psi after turning the key to run then the pressure drops slowly. Maybe the pressure regulator is bad?
Forum: TPI
10-11-2023, 06:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

Re: 89 GTA cranks but won't start

Alright I'll check that out and see where I'm at. Appreciate the help!
Forum: TPI
10-10-2023, 10:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 947
Posted By JoeJack

89 GTA cranks but won't start

I've been trying to figure out why it's not turning over for about a week now and need some troubleshooting advice.

For context I bought an 89 GTA with the 5.7 tpi in it. Previous owner said it...
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-05-2023, 05:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 423
Posted By JoeJack

Re: Anyone know where to get an ECM 1227165?

Link says "page not found"
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-05-2023, 05:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 423
Posted By JoeJack

Re: Anyone know where to get an ECM 1227165?

Yea I have tpi, sorry about that.
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-04-2023, 09:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 423
Posted By JoeJack

Anyone know where to get an ECM 1227165?

Hey all.

I bought an 89 trans am the other day and it does not have an ecm in it. I looked all over but they are all sold out. I was hoping someone might have some insight on where to get one.
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