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Forum: History / Originality
06-20-2019, 11:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,906
Posted By Viking

Re: 30 year owner

Thanks for the interest guys, "early" pics would be on actual film, would have to dig around for that, but here are some pics of the car being cosmetically restored about 19 yrs ago.

I bought the...
Forum: History / Originality
06-19-2019, 08:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,906
Posted By Viking

Re: 30 year owner

The costliest thing was when I had the car re-painted, new windshield, embalms, decals, new quarter panel, new rims all at once. That was in 2000 @ about 275k miles. It still wears the same paint...
Forum: History / Originality
06-19-2019, 08:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,906
Posted By Viking

Re: 30 year owner

I sold it to a young guy who I work out with at the gym. He loves it and is taking good care of it
Forum: History / Originality
06-19-2019, 02:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,906
Posted By Viking

30 year owner

I bought my 89 IROC new, and have been a member of this board since 2000.

After 30 years and almost 400k miles, it was time to sell. So many NJ winters took a real toll on the car. Its amazing it...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-03-2017, 02:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 463
Posted By Viking

Fog light switch

Hi guys, I need a fog light switch for my 89 IROC - please respond if you have one
Forum: Electronics
06-29-2016, 07:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 19,525
Posted By Viking

Re: Need 89 IROC wiring diagram

I had that issue once, for me turned out to be a malfunctioning VATS system. If that turns out to be your issue, the instructions for bypassing it are searchable on this board
Forum: History / Originality
06-24-2016, 08:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,804
Posted By Viking

Re: HIGHEST mile 3rd gens

That's insane, my IROC has 378K, can't imagine 500K
Forum: History / Originality
12-09-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,801
Posted By Viking

Brand new & untouched 1985 IROC Z28 discovered in truck trailer

http://www.powernationtv.com/post/brand-new-untouched-1985-iroc-z28-discovered-in-truck-trailer
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
10-21-2014, 02:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 463
Posted By Viking

Re: Need hatch pull down motor 89 IROC

Hi guys, thanks for the offers for the hatch motor. I did get a new one locally, but that's not working either, so I am going to make sure I do not have an electrical issue first before I buy...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
09-09-2014, 11:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 463
Posted By Viking

Need hatch pull down motor 89 IROC

If anyone has a working one for sale please message me
Forum: Electronics
09-01-2014, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,833
Posted By Viking

Fuse for hatch pull down

I've owned my car since new- and over the years, on occasion I've had issues with the hatch pull down motor. But always, after some monkeying with it, it always came back up, so I can close the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-09-2014, 07:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 545
Posted By Viking

Re: Intermittant starting issue 89 IROC

That's probably what's going on, after some other research points in that direction too. I did buy a starter relay, I'll pop that in there when I get a chance and test it out. Right now the car is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2014, 09:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 545
Posted By Viking

Intermittant starting issue 89 IROC

My 89 Iroc has developed an intermittent starting issue.

-battery is fine
-When I turn the key,90% of the time its fine.
-But sometimes, very recently, nothing.
-When I turn the key to run, I...
Forum: History / Originality
03-26-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,175
Posted By Viking

Re: High Mile Third Gens,Post yours

Thanks. Interior is still OK. Black is sun faded for sure, and small tear in the side bolster on the drivers side. Otherwise good. Headliner sagging a little but not terrible.
Forum: History / Originality
03-26-2014, 02:46 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,175
Posted By Viking

Re: High Mile Third Gens,Post yours

Thanks, full disclosures, car was repainted in 2000, at about 275K
Forum: History / Originality
03-26-2014, 01:55 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,175
Posted By Viking

Re: High Mile Third Gens,Post yours

Bought mine new in 89 - now up to 365K miles, original engine, never been opened past a timing chain. 3rd tranny, 2nd rear.

Change your oil.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
08-16-2013, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 456
Posted By Viking

3rd gen sub box

Before I put it on craigs list, I'll offer it to you guys first. The box is in solid decent shape, and the speakers work fine. Its is used for sure - its been in the car for over 20 yrs, but all...
Forum: History / Originality
08-08-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,804
Posted By Viking

Re: HIGHEST mile 3rd gens

Thanks Jason E - no that web site is gone now, I use the domain for my business currently, thanks for remembering and the compliment
Forum: History / Originality
08-08-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,804
Posted By Viking

Re: HIGHEST mile 3rd gens

Scott - I was inspired by the thread LOWEST mile 3rd gens, in this same catagory. Both are about miles, as pertains to 3rd gens - so I suspected this would be the place. Sorry if not.
Forum: History / Originality
08-08-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,804
Posted By Viking

HIGHEST mile 3rd gens

Since I just turned over 365K on my 89 IROC a few days ago, was wondering if anyone else has pushed very high miles on their cars.

No once can say I did not drive and enjoy it since buying it new...
Forum: Interior
05-21-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,325
Posted By Viking

Re: hatch power pull down... what am i missing?

Lonsal, you are 100% correct, sprayed it w WD40 and let it sit overnight. When I came out in the AM it worked.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 244
Posted By Viking

Hatch pull down motor

I popped my hatch open, it released but not quick enough, the pull down motor went back down while the hatch was still open

This has happened a few times in the past to me (I've owned the car...
Forum: Interior
05-20-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,325
Posted By Viking

Re: hatch power pull down... what am i missing?

hi guys, my pull down unit is stuck in the down position even though the hatch is open. This has happned to me several times in years past, but I forgot how I tricked it into coming back up again....
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-17-2012, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 807
Posted By Viking

Re: Need new tires

Pics would be great, thanks. My guess is the car I posted is 245 / 50 / 16 in front and 255 / 50 / 16 in rear.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-17-2012, 06:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 807
Posted By Viking

Re: Need new tires

245/50 16 is the stock tire, thats what I have on there now, I beleive that is the stock size.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-17-2012, 08:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 807
Posted By Viking

Need new tires

I need to buy a set of tires for my stock 16 inch IROC rims. This is not my car, but I like the way the tires look, little wider than usual. What is your best guess-timate for the size of these...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-15-2010, 05:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 500
Posted By Viking

357K and opening engine for first time

guys - I think I need to get into the top end of my stock 305 TPI. Here is what happend

-Car sat for 3 or 4 days
-Started car, engine turned over but felt like one of the cylinders was fluid...
Forum: North East Region
08-28-2010, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,041
Posted By Viking

Re: Cruiser cam catches 100 mph crash

I don't think my man had and mechanical problems, he was just going soooo fast that he panicked when he saw the trooper in his lane and he swerved to miss him. There was probably a car in the center...
Forum: North East Region
08-23-2010, 07:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,041
Posted By Viking

Cruiser cam catches 100 mph crash

Can't beleive the guy survived this in this 3rd gen


http://www.wdtn.com/dpp/news/video%3A-i-675-crash-caught-on-tape
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
07-03-2010, 12:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 478
Posted By Viking

Re: Power window motor

Thanks Dave, I found one locally. I'll let you you if it does not work out.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
06-28-2010, 04:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 478
Posted By Viking

Power window motor

Hi guys, please let me know if you have a good drivers side power window motor you can sell for my 89 Iroc Z
Mine gave up the ghost on Saturday, now the car is stuck in the garage with the drivers...
Forum: History / Originality
05-20-2010, 05:00 PM
Replies: 515
Views: 33,018
Posted By Viking

Re: whats your mileage on your fbody?

Thanks - if it burst into flames right now I could not complain. got my moneys worth.
Forum: History / Originality
05-20-2010, 04:01 PM
Replies: 515
Views: 33,018
Posted By Viking

Re: whats your mileage on your fbody?

354,000 miles on original engine.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-27-2010, 12:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 620
Posted By Viking

Hard Water Spots

What can I use to get the hard water spots off my hatch glass? I want to make it look new again!
Forum: Electronics
03-26-2010, 03:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By Viking

3rd brake light bulbs

I used to be able to find these bulbs pretty easy, been to 2 auto parts stores and no dice. Does any one know were I can order online the little hologen bulbs for the 3rd brake light in my 89 Iroc?
...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
02-02-2010, 08:10 PM
Replies: 8
[NJ] Muffler
Views: 353
Posted By Viking

Re: Muffler

Got one up here, thanks though.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
01-13-2010, 04:40 PM
Replies: 8
[NJ] Muffler
Views: 353
Posted By Viking

Re: Muffler

camaroguy, seems your exaust is not a match for my 89. The TBI vs. TPI is the issue, my car should have 2 3/4 inch, yours is 2 1/4 inch. thanks though
Forum: Exhaust
01-13-2010, 03:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 632
Posted By Viking

89 to 91 catback interchangability

I need a new muffler on my 89 305 TPI. A guy is parting out his 91 RS 305 TBI and offered to sell me his Magnaflow catback. Does anyone know off-hand before I go digging if this catback is...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
01-13-2010, 12:50 PM
Replies: 8
[NJ] Muffler
Views: 353
Posted By Viking

Re: Muffler

where u located?
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
01-13-2010, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
[NJ] Muffler
Views: 353
Posted By Viking

Re: Muffler

I'm open minded to it. Would have to do some research to make sure the 89 and 91 are interchangable.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
01-13-2010, 09:28 AM
Replies: 8
[NJ] Muffler
Views: 353
Posted By Viking

Muffler

Need good muffler w/ tail pipes for 89 IROC 305 TPI.
Forum: History / Originality
08-01-2009, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 988
Posted By Viking

WIKI 3rd gen

Some may have seen this, but I bet alot of you have not

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Camaro_(third_generation)
Forum: History / Originality
04-04-2009, 10:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,225
Posted By Viking

Re: My car's 20th birthday

I'm on the 3rd tranny so it only gave up the ghost twice. I wish I had an exciting story as to why, just miles. Same for the rear. I always did the oil and filter changes about every 20-30K and did...
Forum: History / Originality
04-04-2009, 10:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,225
Posted By Viking

Re: My car's 20th birthday

Thanks okfoz. I'll try, but due to the 20 NJ winters the car has already seen, it will probably break in half before that. LOL
Forum: History / Originality
04-03-2009, 06:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,225
Posted By Viking

Re: My car's 20th birthday

One old pic one recent pic
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Forum: History / Originality
04-02-2009, 10:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,225
Posted By Viking

Re: My car's 20th birthday

yea, in 2001 I had it:
-re-painted, decals
-new windsheild
-new rims
-new quarter and fender
-new weatherstripping
-fogs, front turn signals
-door hinges

I'm on the 3rd tranny (rebuilds)...
Forum: History / Originality
04-01-2009, 05:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,225
Posted By Viking

My car's 20th birthday

Drove it off the lot new 3-31-89. Still runs strong at 349,000 miles. LOL
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-24-2008, 11:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 770
Posted By Viking

Wipers skipping on windsheild

I guess it might be from rain-X that I applied a long time ago, but how do I clean my windsheild so that my wipers do not skip across the glass in the rain? the wipers are brand new.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2008, 04:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,932
Posted By Viking

Re: Vacuum leak heard from behind heater / ac control

It is consistant, it starts when I start the car, continues no matter what setting the slider is at, and when the car is shut off, it keeps going for a little while till the vacuum runs out.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2008, 10:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,932
Posted By Viking

Vacuum leak heard from behind heater / ac control

I hear a vacuum leak behind my heater / ac control. Is there something in there that has a vacuum line? What should I look for to troubleshoot?
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