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Forum: Electronics
02-22-2018, 07:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 516
Posted By G8T8A

Re: no instrument panel lights - '88 Trans Am

I appreciate all of the replies. I will squeeze my face under there this weekend and see what I find!
Forum: Electronics
02-19-2018, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 516
Posted By G8T8A

no instrument panel lights - '88 Trans Am

My '88 GTA's instrument panel lights recently quit working. Also, the radio display goes black when the lights are turned on.

I looked a the fuses, but none of the labels looked like obvious...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-03-2016, 04:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 944
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Did I ruin my control arm?

How did you burn them out? Propane torch? I'm going with stock rubber replacements.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-03-2016, 04:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 944
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Did I ruin my control arm?

Thanks for the recipe for success!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-03-2016, 03:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 944
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Did I ruin my control arm?

I appreciate the quick reply. I'll quit kicking myself now. Meanwhile, the size of the ball joint press and the adapter cup sizes aren't working for me. I stopped at that point (thankfully) because...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-03-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 944
Posted By G8T8A

Did I ruin my control arm?

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1280x960/80-mess_0b7f2faccb98ee45e3af3442b7193cba85768ec9.jpg

I forgot to put a spacer in before trying to push the bushing out. Is tthis...
Forum: Brakes
05-25-2016, 08:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 932
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Another rear brake problem

That sure is frustrating. I want to avoid adding an aftermarket valve if possible. I hope the spring works for me, but I also don't like the idea of just putting a bandaid on it.
Forum: Brakes
05-24-2016, 11:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 932
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Another rear brake problem

For those with rear brakes that won't hold when the rear is supported on jack stands, what is the correct OEM fix if skipping the spring trick? My stock 88 disks and my upgrade to 89 PBRs are just...
Forum: Brakes
05-24-2016, 11:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,290
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Rear brake issues

How did this work out?

I had the exact same issue every year trying to pass my city vehicle inspection. Even upgrading to 89 PBR rear brakes never gave the parking brake enough holding power. I...
Forum: TPI
05-22-2016, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 774
Posted By G8T8A

Re: '88 5.7 TPI idle and TPS issues, 1.2V at WOT

No, the tach was always stable.

I did have faulty coolant temp data long before the idle issue arose. That was a result of the ECM, too. I suspect a bad ECM can cause various symptoms.
Forum: TPI
05-21-2016, 10:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 774
Posted By G8T8A

Re: '88 5.7 TPI idle and TPS issues, 1.2V at WOT

Problem solved. The ECM was failing.
Forum: TPI
04-25-2016, 01:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 774
Posted By G8T8A

'88 5.7 TPI idle and TPS issues, 1.2V at WOT

Last year my stock 88 GTA started having an intermittent fast idle - usually 1,000 rpm. It would come and go with no rhyme or reason (hot, cold, at startup, during cruise, etc). Some drives, it...
Forum: DIY PROM
11-22-2014, 10:25 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 30,925
Posted By G8T8A

Re: ALDLdroid, Android app for your stock ECU, now on Play!

I think I've found what I've been wishing for! My old 1999 vintage laptop running Diacom is dead, and I've wanted an Android app to replace it.

I have a few questions though. I do not have any...
Forum: Electronics
09-01-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,912
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Where is the "power junction block" on '88 5.7 T/A?

Thank you for the posts. :)
Forum: Electronics
08-29-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,912
Posted By G8T8A

Where is the "power junction block" on '88 5.7 T/A?

I've been told to check the power junction block "near the battery" to see if it the cause for my low voltage (corrosion on a terminal/plug), but I cannot find anything that looks like what I expect...
Forum: Brakes
12-15-2011, 11:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,595
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Weak Rear Brakes - '88 GTA with '89+ PBRs

Thanks for the replies everyone. I will study up on the advice and links over the weekend!
Forum: Brakes
12-14-2011, 11:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,595
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Weak Rear Brakes - '88 GTA with '89+ PBRs

I like how that part has the hookup for the warning light. Would this swap eliminate any issue with the master cylinder if it's not the ideal P/N?
Forum: Brakes
12-14-2011, 10:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,595
Posted By G8T8A

Weak Rear Brakes - '88 GTA with '89+ PBRs

A few years ago I swapped all the parts from a salvage rearend to put the '89+ PBR brakes on my '88 GTA (it had the horrible disc design). Both the old discs and the "new" PBR disc setups have never...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-14-2011, 09:08 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,515
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

When I first got my GTA in '99, 4th Gen F-bodies never gave it a second look in traffic. I was pretty ticked. Then I got my 2001 T/A, and well, IT didn't get a second look from the other new...
Forum: Cooling
12-10-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,169
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Primary Fan comes on too soon, '88 GTA

I used to drag race with the occasional data logging. If the ECM temp was correct, at an indicated 212F gauge, the ECM displayed 232F. I just disconnected the primary fan and drove it around. It...
Forum: Cooling
12-10-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,169
Posted By G8T8A

Primary Fan comes on too soon, '88 GTA

While searching threads for cooling fan issues, I found this semi-recent post:



The driver side fan comes on within a few minutes of the engine being started up cold even in this cold weather. ...
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-20-2011, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 558
Posted By G8T8A

Re: My '99 vintage Diacom laptop died

Thanks. I've heard some of those are flaky. Diacom itself was flaky. My then brand-new laptop had to have the CPU-cache disabled in the BIOS menu in order for the TPI cable to work. It will be...
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-19-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 558
Posted By G8T8A

My '99 vintage Diacom laptop died

Last night I tried to use Diacom for the first time in ~2 yrs, and the drive is dead. I have a 2006 vintage Dell Latitude D820 (my daily use PC). Are there any options where I can use an adapter...
Forum: Brakes
07-30-2011, 12:27 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 31,609
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Proportioning valve mod/Better rear brakes update

Those are very good points. I wish I knew how the design of these cars matches up to that rule of thumb (70/30). I am one of those that when the car is on jackstands, the rear brakes will not hold...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-17-2011, 09:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 694
Posted By G8T8A

Re: firebird parts

Is the 85-90 TA nose a GM part or aftermarket? What would shipping be to 38016 TN? What carrier do you use for parts this size? Thanks!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-25-2009, 09:33 PM
Replies: 476
Views: 65,404
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Favorite pictures of 3rd gens

Your T/A is so gorgeous. :nod: That was the first color combo I flipped over when I was about 12 years old.
Forum: Electronics
07-08-2009, 10:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 30,247
Posted By G8T8A

Re: volt gauge reads low - battery sees 14V

I guess we do that by finding those wires coming back out the base of the steering column with the kick panel removed? Is the proper thing to do is poke through the wires' insulation with the MM...
Forum: Electronics
07-08-2009, 07:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 30,247
Posted By G8T8A

Re: volt gauge reads low - battery sees 14V

What were your points to measure? Electrical stuff intimidates the crap out of me. I am clueless with this stuff. I rather be turning a wrench than poking a multimeter around. :crazy:
Forum: Electronics
07-08-2009, 04:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 30,247
Posted By G8T8A

Re: volt gauge reads low - battery sees 14V

Given afremont's post, did you do any testing on the ignition switch? Any idea how to test it?

I don't know if it's my imagination or not, but it seems the last two times I drove my GTA, the...
Forum: Electronics
06-02-2009, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By G8T8A

Re: New wiring from alt to battery.

I am following this thread, too.
Forum: Electronics
05-31-2009, 01:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 30,247
Posted By G8T8A

Re: volt gauge reads low - battery sees 14V

Well, it's me again. Since this old thread was started, I think the battery has been replaced, but as most suspected, it was not the issue. I have added "The Big Three" ground cables, too. None of...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-03-2007, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,106
Posted By G8T8A

Re: My 87. Crashed, then came back from the dead.

Awesome T/A! If I didn't have my GTA, I would be searching for a black T/A with black "GTA" rims. That has always been my favorite 3rd gen combo. It could be my favorite T/A period. That's saying...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-25-2007, 05:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,595
Posted By G8T8A

Re: What should I do with my multiple personality bird? (have pics)

It looks good as it is, and I am obviously partial to GTAs (mostly the 95-90 front end). I do wish I had the time and space for an '82 or '83. To me they have such a clean look. You're a winner...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-13-2007, 10:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Detailing Firebird headlight bezels up and down

For the heck of it, I used a little PlastX on them today. The passenger side unit and parking light shined up very well as did the driver side parking light bezel, but the driver side headlight...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
05-13-2007, 09:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,994
Posted By G8T8A

Re: 3rd gen vs 2nd gen

I'll put my money on the 3rd gen. The 403s had 180-185 hp. Some of the 400s were 180 hp. The hotter 400 had 220 hp for '78. Those engines all had around 325 or so ft-lbs, but it was all down low,...
Forum: V6
05-13-2007, 11:28 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,729
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Oil, Oil Changes, Oil Additives and Oil filters.

If the oil is clean in appearance and feel, and the pressure at hot idle hasn't degraded due to viscosity breakdown, I'm keeping it in. ;) But that's just me.

I do agree with the repeated...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-13-2007, 09:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Detailing Firebird headlight bezels up and down

It's hit or miss what parts are still available at the dealers! Thanks for the heads up.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-12-2007, 10:24 PM
Replies: 476
Views: 65,404
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Well, I might as well post mine

Thread is alive! Here's a few of my favorite pics of my GTA.

http://www.widetrackdrive.com/tgo/pics/IMG_0122rs.jpg

http://www.widetrackdrive.com/tgo/pics/IMG_0192rs.jpg
...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-12-2007, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Detailing Firebird headlight bezels up and down

Thanks for the help! What brand of paint did you use?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-12-2007, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By G8T8A

Detailing Firebird headlight bezels up and down

I need to clean up the black areas on my headlights both in the up and down positions (like the area around the PONTIAC lettering on the driver side unit).

I polished my taillights with...
Forum: V6
05-12-2007, 05:37 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,729
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Oil, Oil Changes, Oil Additives and Oil filters.

I just can't get into the "every three months" regardless of mileage. I did that once with my '72 GP out of paranoia. I felt real stupid as I watched what appeared to be gold honey draining down...
Forum: TPI
05-12-2007, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,956
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Stock 350 TPI Octane requirements

I run 89 in my '88 350, and I can still jab the throttle and it not ping unless it's during the heat of summer - and only then it's on upshifts at high throttle levels. I even run 89 with no issues...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-11-2007, 10:42 AM
Replies: 1,397
Views: 186,235
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Post your best rear picture!

Here's mine:

http://www.widetrackdrive.com/tgo/rear-shlbyfrst.jpg

http://www.widetrackdrive.com/tgo/taillights-lit.jpg

If anyone remembers the old show Motorweek and the closing credits, it...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-10-2007, 11:22 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,995
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Here is my method for Polishing Tail Lights

Did you see this link above? As long as the paint is cured and you polish with something intended for paint, that should work.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-10-2007, 10:06 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 17,995
Posted By G8T8A

Re: Here is my method for Polishing Tail Lights

A day ago I used a Dremel buffing wheel and Meguiar's PlastX with "okay" results. I could have called it quits, but I wanted to do the top lip a little better, and I had to get a fresh pad. It was...
Forum: Electronics
05-08-2007, 10:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,614
Posted By G8T8A

Re: The big three...

This afternoon I added the two extra grounds. I now have a 4 gauge cable from the alternator to the battery +, a 4 gauge cable from a strut tower bolt to the battery negative, and a 4 gauge cable...
Forum: Electronics
05-08-2007, 09:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,614
Posted By G8T8A

Re: The big three...

Thanks. I replaced my positive cable yesterday and added a store bought marine style 4 gauge cable for the alternator output. It didn't help. I'll butcher up the old positive cable for the other...
Forum: Electronics
05-07-2007, 10:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,614
Posted By G8T8A

Re: The big three...

Where do I get a fuse for the BAT + to Alt cable? How does it attach? Is this an auto parts store item or more of a Radio Shack item?

EDIT: Is it preferred for all three added cables to be 4...
Forum: Electronics
05-06-2007, 10:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 708
Posted By G8T8A

The Big Three and head ground straps

I've read a few dozen threads related to grounding, but I never saw any photos of people's Big Three mods. I was wondering if anyone has photos of their setups.

Also, I will attempt to see if...
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