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Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
11-22-2022, 08:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 677
Posted By TPeye

Magnaflow tailpipes

These are from the cat back kit. They are used and there are some scratches on the bottom at the end of the tips. 2 1/2” inlet with 3 1/2” outlet. Stainless steel. $50 located in West Nyack, NY...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-26-2021, 02:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,891
Posted By TPeye

Re: Top Street Performance Water Pump

It's not the end of the world, but it would be nice if the manufacturers would put a note in the description informing us of the additional work required instead of just listing as fitting the car.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-24-2021, 01:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,891
Posted By TPeye

Top Street Performance Water Pump

For anybody considering this part for their car. I picked up a Top Street Performance aluminum water pump for about $80. Part #HC8014 This is a long style pump with reverse rotation to work on...
Forum: Interior
03-24-2021, 07:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,413
Posted By TPeye

Re: Tilt Steering Pins

the fourth post has a lot of links you may want to look through https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/interior/746672-potential-5-fix-pivot.html
Forum: Car Audio
06-29-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 528
Posted By TPeye

Re: c4 radio with cd and cassette

Those head units are only control units. The c4 corvettes have a hidden amplifier/ tuner even for the non-Bose systems referred to as the cdm. The cdm is what powers speakers and makes the head...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-16-2020, 05:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 436
Posted By TPeye

[NY] TPI intake manifold and tubes

This manifold and pair of tubes is off of a 1992 L98 Camaro. The manifold is 100% stock and has not had any porting done to it. I can leave off the dented oil splash shield if you'd like (that shield...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-14-2020, 02:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 687
Posted By TPeye

Re: [NY] Cylinder heads

I can look in to what it would cost, but these heads are heavy. PM your zip code and I will get a shipping quote.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-11-2020, 01:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 687
Posted By TPeye

[NY] Cylinder heads

These heads are the originals off of an 80,000 mile L98. Heads are in good shape and do not have any cracks. Engine ran fine before removing them. $50 for the pair, come and pick them up in West...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-25-2019, 03:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 664
Posted By TPeye

Black Interior Plastics (NY) SOLD

I have a complete set of black interior plastics from a Camaro in fairly good condition. Asking $75. Too big to ship. Pick up in New City, NY 10956 SOLD...
Forum: Electronics
03-05-2019, 06:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 745
Posted By TPeye

Re: Negative battery cable grounding wire location on car?

If the wiring is the same as for the tuned port engines, that wire just connects to the body of the car right by the battery.
Forum: Brakes
07-27-2015, 02:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,829
Posted By TPeye

Re: Brakes "Clicking" just before stop, any ideas?

If the bushings are worn enough it can prevent the caliper from returning to the neutral resting position. That might account for the squeaking because it could be holding the pads against the rotor...
Forum: Brakes
07-27-2015, 10:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,829
Posted By TPeye

Re: Brakes "Clicking" just before stop, any ideas?

When those bushings are worn, the whole caliper is able to rock back and forth just enough. It is the contact at then end of that play that creates the click. I lived with that noise for far too...
Forum: Brakes
07-27-2015, 07:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,829
Posted By TPeye

Re: Brakes "Clicking" just before stop, any ideas?

If you have the stock style brakes in the front, you might want to replace the caliper slider bushings, and the rubber o-rings that ride on those bushings. I had a similar problem on my 92 before...
Forum: Exhaust
07-27-2015, 07:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,011
Posted By TPeye

Re: best manifolds

I don't know what your budget is, but you can get new aftermarket manifolds from Dorman. Part numbers 674519 and 674518 They go for about $60 per side.
Forum: Exhaust
05-05-2015, 11:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,422
Posted By TPeye

Re: Magnaflow complete exhaust part numbers ?

I just pulled out the receipt from my cats. I used part #23479. It is supposed to be a direct fit. My car might be an oddball where none of the bends lined up. If your car came with a single cat...
Forum: Exhaust
05-04-2015, 10:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,422
Posted By TPeye

Re: Magnaflow complete exhaust part numbers ?

The 16829 cat-back is the one I used on my 1992. In my case, it took some modifying to get it to fit. I used the magnaflow dual catalytic convertor system to replace my factory dual cats. Those...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-14-2015, 06:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 502
Posted By TPeye

Re: Black Interior

Hello,

I have all the plastics for a black interior. I am in Rockland County NY.

328250 (http://s48.photobucket.com/user/TPeye/media/Camaro%20parts/DSC00908.jpg.html)
Here is the whole...
Forum: Exhaust
12-16-2014, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,022
Posted By TPeye

Re: 3" intermediate pipe

Search for Dynomax 54064 and 53061 on Summit. They are for an LS1 but how different could that be?
Forum: Body
10-18-2014, 06:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,315
Posted By TPeye

Re: Front inner fenders and frame squareness measurements

FSM = Factory Service Manual
Forum: Body
08-06-2014, 05:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,638
Posted By TPeye

Re: Windshield washer pump makes noise does not pump

Have tried running the pump without any of the hose connected to it? That way you can determine if the pump is the problem or if the problem is somewhere in the hoses.
Forum: Interior
07-26-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,145
Posted By TPeye

Re: Heads up Display (HUD) in a 3rd gen.

This sounds like an interesting project. My understanding is that the windshields used in cars with heads up displays have a special coating for the display to show up. Have you figured out a way...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-19-2014, 06:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,104
Posted By TPeye

Re: Making This Bird Fly Swiftly Again

Speedometer gear?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-03-2014, 05:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 509
Posted By TPeye

Re: 'sport' steering box

You might find this article interesting: http://www.carcraft.com/techarticles/ccrp_0901_gm_steering_box_upgrade/viewall.html
Forum: Car Audio
02-07-2014, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,211
Posted By TPeye

Re: Bose Kick Panels Speaker Replacement

I had the same problem, none of the aftermarket speakers fit in the bose enclosures. What I did was make my own enclosures that look like the bose ones but on the driver side I made it a little bit...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-04-2013, 06:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,081
Posted By TPeye

Re: Headlights

Something else to consider when upgrading your headlights is the wiring that is powering them. I used a relay to power mine directly off the battery. A full explanation is available here...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-01-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,398
Posted By TPeye

Re: Gen 4 Aluminum Driveshaft on Gen 3?

I have been running an aluminum drive shaft in my '92 that I pulled from a 4th gen. Five years so far and no problems.
Forum: Car Audio
09-26-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,668
Posted By TPeye

Re: BOSE rear hatch speaker replacement.

I would try the Polk db651 speakers. I am using the older version of these in the bose rear enclosure. Just being powered off of a 4th gen radio they put out a lot of base. The highs are sharp and...
Forum: Cooling
09-11-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By TPeye

Re: Factory oil cooler lines

Okay, it looks like I have to take it apart. Thanks for the quick responses guys
Forum: Cooling
09-11-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By TPeye

Re: Factory oil cooler lines

Does the rubber line have to be attached by crimping? Can I cut off the split part and attach new hose with a spring clamp like the rest of the hoses?
Forum: Cooling
09-11-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By TPeye

Factory oil cooler lines

Hello everybody,
The factory oil cooler lines that carry coolant to and from the oil filter adapter are leaking on my 92. I took a picture of where the crimp has split and failed. Has anybody else...
Forum: TPI
08-10-2013, 06:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 986
Posted By TPeye

Re: Vats problem. Any help appreciated.

When you say the starter relay is fine, do you hear it clicking when you try to start the car?
Forum: Body
07-29-2013, 06:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 879
Posted By TPeye

Re: quality aftermarket headlights?

I had the same problem of wanting to keep stock appearing lights but increasing the light output. I went with the Silverstars and saw some improvement. The trick was to upgrade the wiring and use...
Forum: Car Audio
07-29-2013, 05:51 PM
Replies: 594
Views: 26,980
Posted By TPeye

Re: What kinda music are you listening to?

Savatage
Celldweller
Five Finger Death Punch
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-26-2013, 07:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 607
Posted By TPeye

Black interior plastics

I am selling a complete set of black interior plastics out of my camaro. $100 obo.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f234/TPeye/DSC00908.jpg
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-02-2013, 01:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 702
Posted By TPeye

Re: Help...fuel pump ?

I second the fuel pressure thought. There is a thin rubber diaphragm inside the fuel pressure regulator that can tear. Once torn, you can smell gas from the vacuum line that is connected to it. I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-04-2013, 07:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 15,851
Posted By TPeye

Re: NEW (Remanufactured) 700R4 already slipping bad, please help

As Cosmik said, TV adjustment is critical. I burned up a freshly rebuilt transmission in less than 10 miles because the TV cable was improperly adjusted.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2013, 07:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 25,062
Posted By TPeye

Re: Head recommendations for a 350 TPI motor

If you are looking to go cheap, you might consider doing what I did. Picked up some used 113s and ported them, then they were sent to a machine shop to be cut for larger valves and get reassembled...
Forum: Exhaust
02-18-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,420
Posted By TPeye

Re: 3" exhaust question -

I agree LB9GTA stick with the 3" If anything you might change the Flowmaster muffler for something like a Dynomax Super Turbo. As an aside, did you notice any seat of the pants power gain from the...
Forum: Body
02-11-2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 561
Posted By TPeye

Re: '82 Window Sprayers Issue

What is the temperature by you? The fluid likes to freeze in the lines during the winter. The pump is pumping against the frozen part so nothing comes out.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
06-14-2012, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 520
Posted By TPeye

Black plastics (complete)

I have a complete set of black interior plastics out of a camaro. They are not mint but do look decent. Price is $75 plus shipping from zip code 10956. ...
Forum: Exhaust
07-08-2010, 05:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 560
Posted By TPeye

Re: Manifold studs for Y-Pipe attachment questions

They are just rusted in. I was able to get mine out by clamping the manifold in a vice and using vicegrips to work them back and forth until they unscrewed. When you put in the new ones, just...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-24-2010, 02:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 698
Posted By TPeye

Re: post pics of your goodyear F1 tires

They are great tires, having 24000 miles on one set I don't have any complaints. If you are after a 245/50-16, they have been on back order since the end of last year.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-04-2009, 05:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 482
Posted By TPeye

Re: Got me a fresh set.

I have been running the D3s on my daily driver for the last 3 years. After 25,000 miles they are worn out. I never had any problems with them being loud. They stick great when it's warm out. When...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
10-19-2009, 03:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,209
Posted By TPeye

Re: winter tires

I used Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance snow tires last winter. As long as you take it easy, they will get you where you need to go. I using size 225/55-16 ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2009, 04:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 376
Posted By TPeye

Re: Need help identifying a part

The hard plastic Y shaped piece that covers the two air filters slips directly in to the rubber intake bellows. Maybe your Y shaped piece is broken off where it necks down to connect to the bellows....
Forum: TPI
06-06-2009, 05:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 399
Posted By TPeye

Re: 88 IROC and I am lost

ohm the injectors when the engine is cold, and again when the engine is up to temp. When was the last time the o2 sensor was changed?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-06-2009, 05:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By TPeye

Re: 1.6 roller rockers

Are you sure that the pushrods are properly seated in the lifters? What makes you think that the pushrods are too long?
Forum: TPI
06-02-2009, 06:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 745
Posted By TPeye

Re: TPI Runs real bad at steady speed, very frustrated!!!

The egr is supposed to be working during light-throttle cruising. I would start by checking that the egr valve moves up and down freely, make sure all the vacuum lines are connected and that there...
Forum: Exhaust
05-29-2009, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,153
Posted By TPeye

Re: Exhaust manifold studs

The manifold will come out from the top, but it is a pain. You don't need to disconnect the AC, if anything, take off the belt, unbolt the compressor and push it out of the way. The studs are...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-29-2009, 01:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 850
Posted By TPeye

Re: Stalling at stops and runs a little rough

You say that you adjust the TPS to get the idle to 750rpm. To adjust the idle there is a procedure to adjust the torx screw that acts as a throttle stop and get the computer to keep the recalibrated...
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