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Forum: Carburetors
07-06-2023, 10:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 448
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 4 barrel carburetor limiter caps

Hey buddy,

I dont have a pic, but I can tell you its from an 82 firebird trans am 4-barrel carb quadrajet. The car is in the shop at the present moment. But I can get a photo soon if you need it.
Forum: Carburetors
07-05-2023, 08:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 710
Posted By EricOstovani

1982 Rochester quadrajet carb fuel/air mixture

I am doing California emission for my 82 trans am with the original 4-barrel carb on it. Long story short, it failed for high NOX, but low HC and CO2.
The emission repair shop says it has too many...
Forum: Carburetors
07-05-2023, 07:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 448
Posted By EricOstovani

4 barrel carburetor limiter caps

By chance does anyone know if there is a way to get those limiter caps placed properly on my 1982 Firebird Trans am carburetor. My carb has to get adjusted for the fuel/air mixture and I want to keep...
Forum: History / Originality
02-03-2023, 09:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 469
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird Trans am decal stripes

Thank you!!! This should be helpful when I get the new decals :)
Forum: History / Originality
01-30-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 469
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird Trans am decal stripes

Thanks Dennis!!! And thank you also Jeff!! I forgot you BOTH these cars inside and out!! They are 2 toned with red and black. The guy who made these made them wrong. Its unfortunate because I had to...
Forum: History / Originality
01-30-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 469
Posted By EricOstovani

1982 Firebird Trans am decal stripes

Does anybody know if the original decals stripes are supposed to be top stripe thinnest and gradually getting thicker to the bottom black area or vice versa?

I see some variability online and...
Forum: History / Originality
09-21-2018, 08:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,705
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird factory colors?

Thanks Shiftman- I will be buying your book too!! Is "low gloss" considered semi-gloss or satin?
Forum: History / Originality
09-17-2018, 06:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 340
Posted By EricOstovani

1982 trans am sail panel firebird (distance)

Hey All,
I was hoping that someone can take a minute out of their time to help me out. Long story short, all my ORIGINAL decals were removed from my 82 firebird trans am. I have been searching high...
Forum: History / Originality
07-24-2018, 11:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,025
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird Trans am Decal Placement Location

EVERYBODY who reads this: Does anybody out there have the original placements of the moldings on an 82 trans am? I JUST have a question and I would really appreciate someone's help. Its regarding...
Forum: History / Originality
07-17-2018, 01:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,277
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Trans Am Decal question

Hey Mr.Recaro,

Did you ever get those decals on your car? I need your advice please
Forum: History / Originality
06-28-2018, 08:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,025
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird Trans am Decal Placement Location

Hey All- I was hoping that someone else can help me out PLEASE! "82TARECARO" tried helping me but unfortunately he was unable to find this information out in his hard drive. I do appreciate you...
Forum: History / Originality
06-12-2018, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,025
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird Trans am Decal Placement Location

82tarecaro- That would be so kind of you!! It seems no books have it, not the restoration books, shop manual, nor Fisher body manual. That is awesome; I am so excited!!
Forum: History / Originality
06-12-2018, 12:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,025
Posted By EricOstovani

1982 Firebird Trans am Decal Placement Location

hey ALL,

Does anybody have specifics where the decals for for the 82 firebird trans am?

I was in a car accident and when the shop repainted parts of my 82 Firebird Trans am, they removed the...
Forum: History / Originality
04-17-2018, 03:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,316
Posted By EricOstovani

1982-1984 Firebird Exterior Stripe Set, Firebird, and Trans Am decals

Hey all,
I was wondering if anybody can point me in the right direction. I have an 82 trans am. I am having a professional apply the lower stripe set, firebird logos, TRANS AM fender decal, and...
Forum: Body
12-19-2017, 12:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 612
Posted By EricOstovani

TRANS AM FENDER: 2 HOLES

Hey all...I just have a question and I would Greatly appreciate a little feedback.
I have two small perfectly circular holes (size of a pencil eraser) on my 1982 trans am fender.

My question is...
Forum: History / Originality
09-20-2017, 01:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 14,705
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird factory colors?

To wildjeff.....Do you know what sheen the black should be on an 82 red trans am as far as the bottom lower portion of the car? Or does anybody else know? I am in process of having my red trans am...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-16-2017, 12:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 664
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 rear axle disk brake set up

To Jorlain and Touarge or anyone else-Can I ask what specifically is wrong with the disk brake set up on 1982-1984 firebirds? Is it the delco-moraine calipers? And what specifically is wrong with the...
Forum: Body
08-10-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 609
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982/1983 front bumper grills accidentally painted

The car was in an accident, so I had to buy a used bumper. The bumper was in excellent condition with the grills in good condition too. The owner said his guy painted the grills red and he told me he...
Forum: Body
08-10-2017, 01:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 609
Posted By EricOstovani

1982/1983 front bumper grills accidentally painted

I am having my 1982 firebird trans am painted the original spectra red. I am getting it in single stage paint. However, at the shop I noticed that they accidentally painted the front grills red. But...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-01-2017, 09:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 664
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 rear axle disk brake set up

@Jorlain-In your post to me, you said "I've seen many posts here where members indicate they'd rather have drums than the old iron disc setup."

Do you by chance have the link to those posts so I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-24-2017, 09:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 664
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 rear axle disk brake set up

@Jorlain-Do you agree with Touareg?.....If i stick to original GM rotors in the front, do you think I should stick with my ORIGINAL drums and that I have now, versus the ORIGINAL rear axle with...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-24-2017, 09:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 664
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 rear axle disk brake set up

@Touareg and Jorlain- Thanks for the info guys :) I know I wouldent want to go aftermarket nor get the cross-drilled rotors. I REALLY want to stay stock to my year vehicle!! :*)
So i would either...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-24-2017, 12:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 664
Posted By EricOstovani

1982-1984 rear axle disk brake set up

I have a 1982 Firebird Trans am and I am trying to convert my drum brakes positraction 3.23 rear axle ratio (WS7) package to the WS6 package, which would be the disk brakes axle with positraction and...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-09-2017, 03:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,911
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Is 1982 Firebird single stage or Base Coat Clear Coat?

Hi Chris Blasius,

Thank you for posting these beautiful pictures of your car! I can see that you have either worked hard to make it look so good, or you went back in time to JUST buy that car
...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-08-2017, 04:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,911
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Is 1982 Firebird single stage or Base Coat Clear Coat?

Hi Chris....

Thank you for posting these beautiful pictures of your car! I can see that you have either worked hard to make it look so good, or you went back in time to JUST buy that car :)

I...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-28-2017, 11:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,017
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 Stripe Set (2-Toned Color) OEM licensed Restoration Reproductions

Purely PMD....If your cars have the correct stripes and decals , then PLEASE do not waste my time and frankly your own time on this issue. And if something does not pertain to you, we would...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-27-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,017
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 Stripe Set (2-Toned Color) OEM licensed Restoration Reproductions

PurelyPMD.....You already know I am not because i personally messaged you this! Now, are you interested in purchasing these stripes? YES OR NO
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-27-2017, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,017
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 Stripe Set (2-Toned Color) OEM licensed Restoration Reproductions

PurelyPMD, Are you interested in purchasing these stripes?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-27-2017, 11:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,017
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982-1984 Stripe Set (2-Toned Color) OEM licensed Restoration Reproductions

I messaged you the name of the place in your inbox. And if anybody else needs these, just message me on the post or my inbox.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-24-2017, 11:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,017
Posted By EricOstovani

1982-1984 Stripe Set (2-Toned Color) OEM licensed Restoration Reproductions

Who out there are looking for the TWO-TONED FIREBIRD LOWER BODY STRIPE DECAL SET?! i KNOW the place that sells EXACT reproductions and is licensed by GM. They have them out there, but they were ONLY...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-30-2017, 11:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 495
Posted By EricOstovani

1982 firebird spoiler/wing and side view mirror color

I am trying to restore the spoiler and side view mirror to the original out of the factory black color for my 1982 firebird trans am.

My goal is to have the paint come out the same black as it did...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-25-2017, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,911
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Is 1982 Firebird single stage or Base Coat Clear Coat?

Thanks Buddy!! :)
Do you by chance know what specific type of paint was used for the spoiler wing for the 82 firebird trans am? I want to tell the body shop to paint it exactly the way it was...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-24-2017, 09:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,911
Posted By EricOstovani

Is 1982 Firebird single stage or Base Coat Clear Coat?

Hey Everyone,

I am in process of getting my car painted after an accident and I want to go original. I have a 1982 Firebird Trans am with the original Spectra Red color. I am trying to find out if...
Forum: Body
03-19-2017, 12:08 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 423
Posted By EricOstovani

Suggestion for restoration paint: PPG (Global or Deltron) and Sikkens

I have a 1982 firebird trans am and i am trying to restore it in the original Spectra red color. I want to restore the car to its original single stage paint.

My question is if anybody knows the...
Forum: History / Originality
02-22-2013, 03:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,690
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 firebird delco radio part #

Hey can I ask you how much you paid for them to rebuilt your radio? And also do you know what they did specificaaly to the radio to rebuild it?

Thanks!!! :)

Eric
Forum: History / Originality
01-06-2013, 06:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,690
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 firebird delco radio part #

@Mantaguy-------Yes, MNR electronics would fix the cassette player if broken! And is your spare radio for sale?
Forum: History / Originality
01-06-2013, 02:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,690
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 firebird delco radio part #

@82recaro-------You radio looks really nice! It looks brand new! I am impressed. I will check with MNRelectroncs once I get the radio. By the way, what exact parts did they replace when they...
Forum: History / Originality
01-06-2013, 12:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,690
Posted By EricOstovani

1982 firebird delco radio part #

Attached is a picture of a 1982 Delco radio from a 1982 Firebird Trans am. This Delco radio is the highest option with cassette ETR stereo AM/FM. THIS RADIO 1982 ONLY! It is the one with the chrome...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-04-2012, 02:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,797
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Firebird early third gen engine shuts off from AC

OK.....Sorry "Sonjaab" it took me a while to get back with you.....been in school studying :)

Thank you for submitting this picture of the carb to me, it is sooooo halpful! :)

YES I do have a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-01-2012, 01:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,797
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Firebird early third gen engine shuts off from AC

Yes, maybe you are right! I just had a tune-up on the car and they did mess with the carb. But FYI, the carb is not run by the the ECM at all and so there are no electronic wires going to the carb....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-30-2012, 11:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,797
Posted By EricOstovani

Firebird early third gen engine shuts off from AC

Hello,

I have a 1982 Firebird Pontiac Trans am 4 barrel carb set up. And for some reason when the AC is on, while the car is running(idling), it seems to shut the car off.

And I dont know why?...
Forum: History / Originality
07-12-2012, 02:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,696
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Contradicting RPO codes?

Hey Jeff......

Its Eric with the 82 trans am in California. I tried emailing you at 82transam@comcast.net and I tried calling you but no response. Do you mind getting back with me. I had an...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
07-09-2012, 11:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 579
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird speedometer faceplate

hey buddy.......Do you have a picture of the back of it too? And also in the picture, it looks like there are scratches and skuff marks. But it needs to be in really mint condition where it looks...
Forum: History / Originality
06-27-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,978
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Difference between US and Canadian Models

These "caps" that you guys are talking about, are they easily removed, or is it something that needs to be broken/ forced off?

And also, do you know if the vacuum advance for canadian 82 firebird...
Forum: History / Originality
06-27-2012, 04:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,978
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Difference between US and Canadian Models

OK......I have a question that you guys may know. If you guys do, please help me out as it pertains to my car.

Since the canadian firebird does have open loop carbs with a vacuum advance and NO...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
06-24-2012, 04:02 AM
Replies: 675
Views: 33,563
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: Parting out 5 cars loots of interior parts for sell

hello.....I was wondering if you have parts from a 1982 firebird or trans am speedometer cluster? I am specifically looking for parts from the speedometer.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
06-17-2012, 09:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 579
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird speedometer faceplate

Its OK buddy :) Thanks for taking the time to look for me :) I do appreciate it!
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
06-17-2012, 03:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 579
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird speedometer faceplate

My82Roc.......Did you by chance find the speedometer faceplate from the 1982 Firebird in the yards like you were going to see?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2012, 06:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 804
Posted By EricOstovani

1982 Firebird Distributor and Spark Plug Wires

I have a 1982 Firebird Trans Am and I was quoted a price by a mechanic shop to do a 30K service for about X amount of dollars. Part of the service consisted of inspecting the spark plug wires and...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
06-07-2012, 09:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 579
Posted By EricOstovani

Re: 1982 Firebird speedometer faceplate

OK.......Thank you for keeping me in mind!
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