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Forum: Interior
04-07-2022, 01:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 345
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Heater a/c control head light bulb replacement

No one?

I've looked in all logical places in my Helm manual, as well as a Master Parts Catalog and can't find anything about replacing it or part numbers. Surely someone has replaced this bulb.
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Forum: Interior
04-06-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 345
Posted By charliemccraney

Heater a/c control head light bulb replacement

The bulb is under the top hat looking black plastic piece. How do I get it out? Twist? Pull? I can pull it out about 3/4" from the grey plastic portion, exposing more of the white socket but that cap...
Forum: Cooling
06-29-2021, 07:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Wizard Radiator Install

Well, it didn't fit so I had to return it. No bs with the return. They sent a return label and refunded the entire purchase amount, including the shipping. Kudos to them for that.

So it seems...
Forum: Cooling
06-08-2021, 07:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 656
Posted By charliemccraney

Wizard Radiator Install

I'm trying to install a Wizard radiator, which is suppose to be a direct bolt in and it is contacting the ac condenser, preventing installation. The condenser is installed correctly and fits the...
Forum: TBI
11-02-2018, 08:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,313
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Correct TPS Horizontal or Vertical Connector?

I don't think there is a whole lot of room for the vertical one. The connector also does not seem like it would reach without putting strain on the wires, if it reached at all.
Forum: TBI
11-01-2018, 08:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I have contacted the rebuilder. The unit will be on the way back to him shortly. It seems likely that the blades would stick if the screw is backed off so far, unless the blades are exactly the...
Forum: TBI
11-01-2018, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,313
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Correct TPS Horizontal or Vertical Connector?

I haven't, yet. Thanks. Any idea if new ACDelco is available? Digging through eBay, I found NOS GM 17111725 and 17111787. No idea if either is correct. The apparent difference is that one is...
Forum: TBI
11-01-2018, 01:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,313
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Correct TPS Horizontal or Vertical Connector?

No, one is not round. You can see what I mean in the pictures I included. Same connector style, different orientation.
Forum: TBI
11-01-2018, 06:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I did that.
Forum: TBI
10-31-2018, 06:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,313
Posted By charliemccraney

Correct TPS Horizontal or Vertical Connector?

This is the Throttle body on my car, 17088028, which is correct for '88. I also have another throttle body, 17089062, which is correct for '89-'90, removed from a car in a junk yard early 2000s. Both...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-29-2018, 07:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 298
Posted By charliemccraney

Ignition Wire Holder

Are the stock style plastic holders / dividers available anywhere? The one on the top driver's side broke, which allowed the wire to touch the heat shield and eventually fail.
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Forum: TBI
10-29-2018, 06:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I installed new injectors in my original, reinstalled, and it idles normally again. So it was something to do with the rebuilt tb.
Forum: TBI
10-02-2018, 10:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

Yes, new bushings and the screw is accessible.
Forum: TBI
09-28-2018, 09:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I understand what he's trying to say. I'm also the one who has the original here to look at and it is time to take care of it all. I don't do half-measures.
I agree that there could be a problem...
Forum: TBI
09-28-2018, 07:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I could observe that the injector was not working. I confirmed that the connector was getting the ecm signal with a noid light. I can now observe that both injectors work like they should. ...
Forum: TBI
09-27-2018, 08:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I replaced the entire unit because it is worn and really does need a complete overhaul.

I also doubt all of the other stuff but I want to rule everything out before I blame the replacement...
Forum: TBI
09-27-2018, 06:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I noticed in past data logs that the TPS voltage at idle for the stock unit has been .65v since my first log. What effect would that difference in voltage have?
Forum: TBI
09-26-2018, 07:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I swapped out the IAC and set minimum air again. Exact same result.

No vacuum leaks found in the intake or brake booster. Checked other areas again, still nothing found.
Haven't tried trouble...
Forum: TBI
09-26-2018, 11:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

2 new base gaskets have been tried. Manifold and throttle body surfaces in excellent condition
The throttle shaft holes have new bushings so that should be as good or better than new. By feel, it is...
Forum: TBI
09-26-2018, 09:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: High Idle Speed

I've replaced the base gasket just to see if I was somehow missing a leak there and it resulted in no change. So a total of two new base gaskets have been used with no change.

I don't know what...
Forum: TBI
09-25-2018, 07:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By charliemccraney

High Idle Speed

A presumably original injector stopped working so I bought a rebuilt throttle body. No problems before this. Nothing else done.

The throttle body has an injector pod spacer, milled air horns and...
Forum: TBI
08-21-2018, 07:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 805
Posted By charliemccraney

Throttle Body Rebuilders

I found SPR with a search. Any others worth mentioning?

Looking for people who can do more than I could at home like thoroughly clean, bush shafts, if necessary, etc.

I can replace gaskets,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-28-2018, 11:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 331
Posted By charliemccraney

Run engine supported by jack, with transmission removed.

To make sure that a new flywheel and pressure plate is balanced properly before complete assembly.

Good idea or should some more ridged means of support to the rear of the engine be used?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-24-2018, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,481
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Minimum flywheel thickness? When are shims needed?

Got 2 more flywheels.

First, a Jegs 555-601257, advertised to replace a GM 14088650. It is just a rebranded Chinese V2022 but a good price for that particular flywheel. It is also .954" from...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-17-2018, 06:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,481
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Minimum flywheel thickness? When are shims needed?

An update, I ordered another flywheel from another vendor, having been led to believe it is of higher quality. It turned out to be the exact same Chinese flywheel, with the exact same problems. I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-10-2018, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 764
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Will 14088650 Flywheel actually be a GM part?

In this day in age, I'm not overly concerned with who actually makes them. I just don't want to spend 3x the price to get the exact same Chinese flywheel, dressed up in a GM box, that I can get at...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-10-2018, 09:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 764
Posted By charliemccraney

Will 14088650 Flywheel actually be a GM part?

If I order one of these, will it actually be a GM part, which would help to justify the cost, or is it just a rebranded Chinese flywheel that I can buy for half the price elsewhere?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-09-2018, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,481
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Minimum flywheel thickness? When are shims needed?

I got a new Chinese flywheel since I could not find information about a minimum thickness spec. The Chinese flywheel is as thick as my original, at least twice resurfaced flywheel, from the face of...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-06-2018, 10:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,481
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Minimum flywheel thickness? When are shims needed?

If it's still within spec, that would be why not and it's not cheaping out if it is. Given the quality of all of the other parts I've needed through the years, I'm not so eager to run out and buy a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-06-2018, 07:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,481
Posted By charliemccraney

Minimum flywheel thickness? When are shims needed?

I'm replacing the clutch. This will be the 3rd in my ownership so that means this will be the 3rd known resurfacing of possibly the original flywheel. I'm trying to figure out if it would be wise...
Forum: TBI
03-07-2018, 07:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,113
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Code 54 Fuel Pump Relay '88 305

I didn't find the bulletin online, either.

The spark looks great through the tester.

I'll call the test outlined in the bulletin test 4. I used pigtails in which each wire is measures about .3...
Forum: TBI
03-07-2018, 06:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,113
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Code 54 Fuel Pump Relay '88 305

Is a copy of that bulletin available anywhere?
Forum: TBI
03-06-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,113
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Code 54 Fuel Pump Relay '88 305

I did check the coil with an ohmmeter and it checks out ok.
Checking with a spark tester is a part of the trouble shooting procedure but of course, it wasn't working.

The box for the Module has...
Forum: TBI
03-06-2018, 07:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,113
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Code 54 Fuel Pump Relay '88 305

It was the ignition module. I went through the entire trouble shooting procedure in the Helm manual. That upsets me because it was almost exactly 2 years old, AC Delco D1943A, made in USA. The one...
Forum: TBI
02-25-2018, 03:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,113
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Code 54 Fuel Pump Relay '88 305

I've had issues with ignition modules in the past. In both instances, neither the injectors, nor the ignition would work. That is also outlined in the how to test the module linked above.
Also in...
Forum: TBI
02-25-2018, 03:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,113
Posted By charliemccraney

Code 54 Fuel Pump Relay '88 305

My car stopped running. It cranks but won't start. I get Code 54, indicating a problem with the fuel pump relay.

I'm thinking the fuel pump relay is not the cause and that's what I'm here to...
Forum: Cooling
04-21-2017, 02:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,236
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Good Quality Heater Control Valves?

They are worm gear clamps. No idea how tight. I snug them and then use a pressure tester to make sure they don't leak, and adjust if necessary.
Forum: Cooling
04-19-2017, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,236
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Good Quality Heater Control Valves?

It looks like my problem was a clamp and / or hose problem. The leak was occurring right at the screw portion of the clamp. I positioned the clamp 180 degrees from where it was and the leak...
Forum: Cooling
04-06-2017, 04:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,236
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Good Quality Heater Control Valves?

Glad it's not just me.

When you say the GM ones are much sturdier, would that be a different valve than the AC Delco Product?
Unless this AC Delco valve I just put on is a fluke, they are worse...
Forum: Cooling
04-06-2017, 08:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,236
Posted By charliemccraney

Good Quality Heater Control Valves?

This is related to an '88 305 TBI Firebird.

Are there any good ones available? I replaced what I guess to be the original ,preventatively, a long time ago. Ever since, the new made in Mexico and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-24-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,741
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Prothane Transmission Mount

It's installed. So far, up to 80mph, no vibration or noise.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-22-2013, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,741
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Prothane Transmission Mount

I have seen that thread. It is fairly useful but seems to be flawed. The poly mount by nature will transmit more noise and any existing driveline vibration. No way around it. People replace only...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-21-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,741
Posted By charliemccraney

Prothane Transmission Mount

I have the 7-1604 mount. The stud does not fit through the crossmember. It is 7/16 and the old mount is 10mm (just over 1/32" smaller). Is this normal and I just need to open up the slot in the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-18-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,249
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Bellhousing bolt broke

Since I had time to calm down and think rationally, I decided that now is the time to make an effort, so I removed the bellhousing, and the one that broke unscrewed by hand, so no damage. Now I'll...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-18-2013, 09:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,249
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Bellhousing bolt broke

No, I was simply confirming 87350IROC's thought that the trans bolts are bigger.

I am talking about the bellhousing bolts and the spec in the 88 Firebird Helm manual for bellhousing to engine...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-17-2013, 11:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,249
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Bellhousing bolt broke

I am positive that I was looking at the correct value according to the Helm manual.
The trans to bellhousing bolts are bigger than the bellhousing to engine bolts.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-17-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,249
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Bellhousing bolt broke

I don't think so. About 3/8" of the thread is still attached to the head so it's probably about flush with the block.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-17-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,249
Posted By charliemccraney

Bellhousing bolt broke

I got everything apart fine. Now, putting it back together, the lowest driver side bolt broke while torquing. It does not look like I can get a drill in there in order to remove the bolt because of...
Forum: Interior
10-29-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,885
Posted By charliemccraney

Re: Center console switch and connector id

It's a factory 5 speed, not converted.
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