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Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-17-2022, 08:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By wgripp

Re: G body parts GNX rims?

Speaking of Firehawk wheels, it surprises me to see Hawks makes the SLP Ronal (aka Firehawk) rims in 18 inch but not the GTA crosslace wheels.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-17-2022, 08:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By wgripp

Re: G body parts GNX rims?

Thank you!
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-16-2022, 03:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,641
Posted By wgripp

G body parts GNX rims?

Like every other GTA guy on here, I've wanted gold crosslace rims in 18 or 19 inches forever. Years have passed, and the only option are Hawks' 17 inch Rims and the GNX style crosslace rims from...
Forum: TPI
06-24-2021, 07:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 263
Posted By wgripp

Plastic Gas Tank?

Good morning. I have a 1991 GTA with an L98 350.

I am maintaining/upgrading my fuel system in my 1991 Trans Am L98 350 after it sat in my garage for the last four years.

How involved is it to...
Forum: TPI
06-24-2021, 07:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 426
Posted By wgripp

Re: Which aftermarket fuel pump?

Thank you! I already have an adjustable fuel pressure regulator installed.

I like the idea of going OEM. My only concern is that I won’t be able to boost fuel delivery in the future.

Good call...
Forum: TPI
06-24-2021, 01:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 426
Posted By wgripp

Which aftermarket fuel pump?

Good evening!

I have a 1991 GTA with an L98 350. 4 years ago, I had the motor pulled. I completely redid the ignition, replaced all the sensors, replaced some cooling system components, upgraded...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-06-2018, 12:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,695
Posted By wgripp

Re: Parting out 91 gta bird

do you have any parts from the front clip still available (front bumper, front fenders, hood, impact absorber, radiator core support, etc.)? If so, please email me at William.gripp.1@gmail.com
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-04-2018, 11:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 501
Posted By wgripp

Re: 91 Trans Am sheet metal- will be going from CO to PA in 2 weeks

can you send pics of the fenders to William.gripp.1@us.af.mil? Do you have the front bumper, impact absorber, core support, or the top chevron-shaped piece that connects the top of the bumper to the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-04-2018, 10:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,556
Posted By wgripp

Re: Founders strut tower mounts

At what mileage is it recommended to replace the stock ones?
Forum: Fabrication
08-18-2017, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 824
Posted By wgripp

Re: C4 Shifter/Indicator in 1991?

I don't know anything about installing a C4 shifter or Camaros, buttttt...

On my 1991 firebird, my indicator is adjustable. I removed the shift handle. Then I removed the shift plate. On the...
Forum: Brakes
08-18-2017, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 729
Posted By wgripp

Re: why would my 89 firebird have 88 rear calipers

Maybe yours was produced early in the run, and they were trying to use up older parts. There's a vin break in 1991 firebirds (built in 1990) where they stopped using an older style electric rear...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-16-2017, 11:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,318
Posted By wgripp

Re: Haunted RED IROC Z!

LMAO
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-16-2017, 08:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By wgripp

Re: Different spoilers on 91/92 birds

Charcoalbird...it's good to hear from you, Jim! The bird is looking sweet. She's come a long way! Mine is under the knife right now, getting a bunch of maintenance and upgrades to the lower half of...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-12-2017, 12:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By wgripp

Different spoilers on 91/92 birds

The spoiler on my 1991 GTA is cracked. I'm thinking of using the spoiler off of a 1987-90 GTA on my car. Does anyone have pics of one installed on a 91 or 92 car with ground effects?

Also, does...
Forum: Electronics
08-12-2017, 11:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,309
Posted By wgripp

Re: LED headlights

I'm sorry, but I don't know the pin-out. They make full adaptors with the connector for your bird on one side and the connector for your headlight on the other. Out of curiosity, which brand/model...
Forum: Body
08-12-2017, 12:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,354
Posted By wgripp

Re: Wheels! Trans Am Pics!

How did you black out your rear side markers? How much light gets through?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2017, 10:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 435
Posted By wgripp

Re: Problem with 1991 Firebird 305

If you replace the injectors, go with south bay fuel injectors.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 639
Posted By wgripp

Re: Felpro conversion gasket set?

I see the place the fuel pump gasket goes now, thank you. Will the replacement gasket hold in fuel or oil? Or is it just there to stop a block-off plate from rattling?

Regarding the smog pump...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2017, 05:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 266
Posted By wgripp

Oil pan bolts?

I'm installing a Canton Oil Pan with a Felpro gasket on my 1991 L98. ARP lists a couple different sizes of oil pan bolt sets for a SBC. Which is the correct size for my car?

Thanks!
Bill
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2017, 05:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 639
Posted By wgripp

Re: Felpro conversion gasket set?

My issue is that some mechanics (not me) pulled the engine out of my car to do some maintenance. Unless I say "put this gasket in this spot," I don't trust that ALL of the gaskets will be replaced....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2017, 07:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 639
Posted By wgripp

Re: Felpro conversion gasket set?

Thanks for the explanation! I have no issues tossing unused gaskets, I just want to make sure I don't toss gaskets I need.

Where is the fuel pump block off plate?

Does anyone know which other...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-07-2017, 12:30 AM
Replies: 324
Views: 65,416
Posted By wgripp

Re: ANNOUNCING GTA 17x9 MESH WHEEL SETS!!!!

I can't wait for those 18s!
Forum: Body
08-07-2017, 12:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 914
Posted By wgripp

Re: MACCO

Tape off any areas you don't want to be oversprayed, like the black shrouds around your headlights. On second thought, I'd remove your headlight covers (as they are only 4 screws each), and totally...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2017, 12:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 639
Posted By wgripp

Felpro conversion gasket set?

I'm looking at felpro gasket sets for my 1991 L98. Felpro sells a conversion gasket set, which is supposed to include all gaskets for the bottom of the motor.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-06-2017, 05:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,974
Posted By wgripp

Re: roller cam button

Thanks for the advice. Since my timing cover is coming off, I'm replacing the chain, gears, water pump, and gaskets. Is there anything I'm missing? Can anyone recommend a good aftermarket timing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-06-2017, 04:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,974
Posted By wgripp

Re: roller cam button

Thanks for the info. Is the thrust plate something that should be changed out when doing the timing chain and gears?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-06-2017, 04:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,974
Posted By wgripp

Re: roller cam button

So does a 1991 L98 come with a cam button from the factory?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-06-2017, 01:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 827
Posted By wgripp

Timing maintenance & Timing Cover Options?

I'm having the timing, seal, chain and 2 gears replaced on my 1991 L98.

What other maintenance should be done at this time? Does my motor have a cam button? If so, should it be replaced? What...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-04-2017, 11:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 317
Posted By wgripp

Re: Timing cover gasket?

Thanks for the advice, gents! I'm now in search of a new water pump and the cloyes double roller timing chain set. If anyone has any part numbers or links, I would greatly appreciate it!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-03-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 317
Posted By wgripp

Timing cover gasket?

My engine is out of my car to replace the oil pan and the rear main seal. If my valve guide seals and rear main seal require replacement, is that an indication that it's time for the timing cover...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-02-2017, 12:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 402
Posted By wgripp

Re: Is this the right distributor for my car?

http://performancedistributors.com/product/gm-computer-controlled-distributors/

Please try this link and select Chevy V8, 1987-1993 from the stop down menu. I would like to know if this is the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-01-2017, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 402
Posted By wgripp

Is this the right distributor for my car?

I've got a 1991 L98.

I found this.

http://performancedistributors.com/p...-distributors/

If I select "1987-1993" I get SKU 12620BK. Is that the correct distributor for my car?

Does...
Forum: TPI
07-31-2017, 12:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,011
Posted By wgripp

DUI distributor?

I've got a 1991 L98.

I found this.

http://performancedistributors.com/product/gm-computer-controlled-distributors/

If I select "1987-1993" I get SKU 12620BK. Is that the correct...
Forum: TPI
07-27-2017, 11:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 369
Posted By wgripp

Re: Distributor part number?

Has anyone used Performance Distributors before?

This looks good. But, looks can be deceiving.

http://performancedistributors.com/product/gm-computer-controlled-distributors/
Forum: TPI
07-27-2017, 10:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 587
Posted By wgripp

Re: Which sensors are these?

Map = mass air, correct? CTS = coolant temp sensor. What's IAT? Is there a diagram of where all the different sensors go?
Forum: TPI
07-27-2017, 05:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 587
Posted By wgripp

Which sensors are these?

While my L98 is out of my 1991 trans am, I would like to replace the sensors that will be difficult to reach once it's reinstalled. On the lower side of the motor, there appear to be four sensors: 2...
Forum: TPI
07-27-2017, 05:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 369
Posted By wgripp

Distributor part number?

I'm trying to replace the distributor on my L98. The only AC Delco part number I can find is 19179575. This is for a remanufactured unit. However, per the reviews on amazon, the ignition control...
Forum: TPI
07-27-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 999
Posted By wgripp

L98 oil cooler lines and gaskets

Ladies and gentlemen,

While my engine is out of my 1991 L98, I noticed the oil cooler lines were badly corroded. Thankfully Hawks sells aluminum replacements.
...
Forum: V6
07-26-2017, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 627
Posted By wgripp

Re: Trying again to get this thing working.

I'll be honest with you, you're better off your $$$ on a mechanic (who knows how to work on old cars) to get your car running before you invest in a rebuild.
Forum: Electronics
07-26-2017, 04:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 625
Posted By wgripp

What is this little rubber piece called?

Please reference the attached image.

See the orange piece on this connector? I lost one of these working under the hood of my car. (The piece I lost was to a one-wire connector, NOT a two-wire...
Forum: TPI
07-22-2017, 08:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 300
Posted By wgripp

Replacement oil filter bypass lines?

The metal lines connected to the oil filter bypass on my 1991 L98 are corroded. Does anyone know where I can buy a set of 2 replacement steel lines and the four short rubber lines that go with them?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-19-2017, 08:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 988
Posted By wgripp

Re: Crane gold 1.6 self aligning roller rockers

Out of curiosity, why did you go with 1.5s instead of 1.6s?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-17-2017, 11:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,410
Posted By wgripp

Re: shifter and ebrake leather recover

Do you do shifter boots as well?
Forum: TPI
07-17-2017, 10:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,555
Posted By wgripp

Re: Oil pan gasket.

Quick question...why would the distributor cap need to be removed to lift the motor?
Forum: TPI
07-17-2017, 10:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 819
Posted By wgripp

Re: Time to take care of my ignition system?

Vader, KyleF, thanks for the feedback. I'll have the wires tested.

Another question... It turns out my spark plugs weren't replaced. I've been on the car since AT LEAST 2005. My mechanic says...
Forum: TPI
07-03-2017, 01:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 819
Posted By wgripp

Time to take care of my ignition system?

I've had my trans am since 2005. It's a 1991 model with a stock 5.7 TPI. I think I replaced the spark plugs with copper ones a while back, but I'll need to double check. However, the wires, etc....
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-30-2017, 08:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,626
Posted By wgripp

Re: Shaved Truck intakes and clearance

:yup:

I read awesome reviews on Dorman's LS2 intake. I was like, "When did Dorman start making performance products?"
Forum: Interior
06-30-2017, 08:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 825
Posted By wgripp

Re: 4th gen seats

Not sure if the wiring is direct, but the bolts are g2g. Also, I read there is somewhat of a gap with the back seats.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-28-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,858
Posted By wgripp

Re: anybody try this pan?

Holy crap. That's a lot of $$$ to save 4 lbs.
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