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Forum: Interior
09-18-2015, 04:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,071
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Need Help can't remove seat bolts

Use a Dremel with a cutting disk to almost cut to the bolt. Be careful not to go too far or you will damage the threads. Then use a chisel and hammer to break the nut free. One medium hard hit...
Forum: Brakes
09-26-2014, 08:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,620
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Vacuum canister

Don't mean to be rude, but did you troubleshoot your brakes?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-14-2014, 09:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,315
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Purpose of Adjustable Lower Control Arms

Okay, but shouldn't stock arms give me zero thrust angle? Why would I want to lengthen my wheelbase? Does that always happen when you lower an F-body?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-13-2014, 11:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,315
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Purpose of Adjustable Lower Control Arms

The following is taken from this link:

http://www.motor.com/article.asp?article_ID=552

Thrust Angle

The thrust angle is the angle between the vehicle's geometric centerline and the direction...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-15-2014, 12:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 281
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

1989 Firebird Formula Wheels and Tires (Bow, WA)

I'm selling my 1989 Firebird Formula wheels and tires for $399 or best offer. Local pick up only, but I am willing to drive up to 100 miles to meet someone. The tires are so new that they have the...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-30-2013, 08:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 284
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Tan Deluxe Door Panels

Deluxe door panels tan $40 or best offer. as you can see, the brackets came off the driver's side. I never glued them back on because I had planned to use them for templates to make some out of...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
11-30-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 271
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Distributor and Coil

MSD coil on powder coated bracket with stainless hardware and freshly rebuilt (with electronics kit from GM and MSD rotor and cap) distributor for $75 obo. Distributor came off a 1989 Formula 350...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
11-30-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 270
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

1989 WS6 Formula Rims, Center Cap, Tires

I have a set of 1989 Formula rims, WS6 center caps, and Goodyear Eagle GPS tires. The tires are practically brand new and have been stored inside since I took them off. They still have the nubs on...
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
09-28-2013, 01:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 850
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: 1987-89 Formula 350 Wanted

I have a 1989 Formula 350 with 80k miles. It has always been garaged. It is not running as I started the EFI Connection conversion and haven't finished. I have almost all of the original parts and...
Forum: Body
01-26-2013, 12:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 431
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Make a T/A look like a base model

Buy a Firebird Formula 350 which is basically a Firebird with a Trans Am engine.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
08-17-2012, 01:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,655
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird molded type door panels

I have a tan and grey set with handles.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
08-17-2012, 01:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Deluxe Grey Door panel

I have a set. PM me.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-17-2012, 12:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 403
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: 89 formula 350

Got a set of tail lights. PM me.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-17-2012, 12:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 694
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Air Diverter Valve / EGR solenoid

I have what you need. Let me know if you still need it and I'll send pics.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-17-2012, 12:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 483
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: 1987-1992 TPI Lower Intake

I also have one. Let me know if you still need it.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-17-2012, 12:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 852
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: TPI Stuff

Have an SLP cold air induction set up if you want it.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
06-18-2012, 03:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,232
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: After Market TPI Intake Runners and Base

How about this? Accel intake manifold, TPIS runners, ported plenum, Corvette aluminum plenum extension, ARP stainless hex head bolts, gaskets all powdercoated in a natural aluminum color so no...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
07-30-2011, 12:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,328
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Parting out 1989 GTA - black

How much for the tail light center section?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-19-2011, 12:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: WANTED:: AIR INTAKE ASSY

Oops, forgot the picture of the ducting. SLP cold air intake also pictured, but I have two sets of ducts.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-19-2011, 12:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: WANTED:: AIR INTAKE ASSY

Do you mean this?
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-15-2011, 12:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 859
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Trans Am Tail Light Filler Panel

I need the newer style Trans Am filler panel uncracked and complete with silver bird. I have the Firebird filler panel, but it doesn't fit with the Trans Am tail lights I've converted to.

Thanks....
Forum: TPI
07-02-2011, 10:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 409
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Another EEC Solution?

I've been thinking of how to do this without an ECM as well. I'm thinking that I'll adapt components from a '77 Vette- canister and thermo vacuum switch. The TVS will act in place of the solenoid. ...
Forum: TPI
06-29-2011, 08:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,101
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Charcoal Canister Solenoid Help

I'm curious about that myself. I was thinking that maybe a non solenoid canister and TVS to control it say from a '77 Vette. Would that work?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-08-2011, 10:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Spohn 13" Big Brake Kit

I will post pics when I get home. I'm traveling on business and will be home the middle of next month. I will lower the price to $700.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-27-2011, 10:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,152
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: 2001 Leather Fully Adj. Trans Am Seats

Ebony. I was hoping to get $500 for the entire set. I will post pics when I get home. They are in nearly perfect shape.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-26-2011, 09:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,152
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

2001 Leather Fully Adj. Trans Am Seats

Just what the title says. Full set of 2001 fully adjustable inflatible side bolster Trans Am Seats. I also have the factory harness that goes between them. Best offer.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-20-2011, 07:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Spohn 13" Big Brake Kit

It's been brought to my attention that Wilwood now offers a very similar kit for less than what I'm asking. The difference between that kit and the one I have is that the kit I have was developed by...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-19-2011, 01:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Spohn 13" Big Brake Kit

I will also add in the spacers used to allow the kit to clear the Firehawk wheels I have. I'm certain that there should be no problem with later style Firehawk, TA etc. wheels. I am open to best...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-13-2011, 06:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Spohn 13" Big Brake Kit

I'm selling my never used Spohn 13" Big Brake Kit for $1000, originally $1600 because I ordered it with the slotted and cross drilled rotors. Additionally, I had the rotors professionally zinc...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2011, 03:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 628
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

What side is my knock sensor?

I'm sorry to ask this, but I can't get to my car to look for another two months and I can't wait that long because I need to order a harness now. Which side of the engine is my knock sensor? I seem...
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
01-10-2011, 05:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Where to find a welder and tuner

I'm wondering if anyone can tell me where near Mount Vernon, WA that I can get a roll cage welded in? i'm not intersted in doing that myself. And where can I find a dyno and chassis tuner? I'm...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-11-2010, 04:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,390
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Parting out 1989 GTA - Tan cloth interior

Are you willing to sell the complete wiring harness plus computer? If so, how much? Also need the center section of the tail lights if you have it.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
10-13-2009, 01:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,004
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

1989 Firebird Formula 350

I'm selling my 1989 red/silver Firebird Formula 350. Mileage is 80K. Asking price is $7,000 for everything to include all original parts and aftermarket parts. The car is currently not running...
Forum: Exhaust
09-27-2009, 12:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 544
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Cat Air Connection

Anybody know if I can use emissions hose to connect the tube on the side of the catalytic converter to the air tube without it getting too hot and catching on fire?
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
03-21-2009, 02:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,978
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: 1989 Formula 350 80K Miles

Okay, now I need to sell the Firebird because my daughter totaled her Volvo and I need to buy her something dependable to drive to college. After screwing around with the Formie some more, I learned...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-24-2008, 12:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,978
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: 1989 Formula 350 80K Miles

To be honest, no I have not. I did swap it with the relay next to it. As I understand it, they're identical. Same effect. I suppose I should replace both and see what happens before I give up. ...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-18-2008, 01:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,978
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

1989 Formula 350 80K Miles

:nod:Here's what I've got:

1989 Firebird Formula 350 80K miles Two Tone Red and Silver
Factory Stuff:
-Power Windows
-Power Locks
-Cruise Control
-T-Tops
-WS6 Performance Suspension
-Cloth...
Forum: Electronics
04-29-2008, 11:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 317
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Car won't run with MAF installed

As the title says, my Formie won't run with the MAF installed. I tried two other brand new MAFS and had the same results. I also tried swapping the MAF relays, but that didn't help either. In...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-16-2008, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Five O Motorsport 22lb Injectors

Nope, I installed them on my car and kept my original set, which was just flow matched and cleaned. I'll sell you that set if you want, but you'll have to wait because I'm deploying for five weeks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-07-2008, 07:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

I'm wondering if maybe my MAF sensor is bad. I unplugged it from the car and now it starts and stays running. I'll have to check my trouble codes and see what I can find.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2008, 06:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

Now I've got everything firing except for cylinder 3. I pulled the plug wires on the three cylinders that weren't firing and reseated them. Maybe that was the problem and maybe it wasn't. My...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

I got started early today. Swapping in a different set of injectors made no difference. Somehow the cylinders that aren't firing changed from 2, 4, and 5 to 2, 3, and 4. I thought maybe I'd try...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2008, 12:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

I was wondering if those injectors were sticking too. However, this problem showed up before I changed the fuel filter, so I'm wondering if the injectors could've been clogged by my 3 year old gas...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2008, 01:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

I replaced the spark plugs and slaved in a different set of wires for cylinders 2, 4, and 5. I stabbed the distributor and verified that the wires were correctly positioned again. None of it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2008, 12:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

87.6 ohms for all three. Given that the injectors were just serviced, maybe I'm not getting spark. I'm wondering if maybe the plug wires are bad. I cut and crimped them to length myself, so it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2008, 10:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

Man, you had me so excited because I thought one of the fuses might be blown. Unfortunately they were good. Given that, I should probably test for continuity between the fuse block and the problem...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2008, 07:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

So here is something I thought was funny: I pulled the spark plugs and I was expecting the cylinders (2,4, and 5) that weren't firing to have black plugs. Instead, it was exactly the opposite. The...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-22-2008, 10:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

I will try that. I'm also going to drain my gas tank and put fresh gas in, replace the fuel filter, replace the spark plugs, use a pre-oiler on the engine and restab the distributor.

It was a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-21-2008, 11:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

I stabbed the distributor for the forth time and no go. The engine would sputter like it wanted to start, but it wouldn't stay going. The header exhaust tubes for the 2, 4, and 5 (possibly 8, but I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-20-2008, 08:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,999
Posted By 89FormulaRoth

Re: Firebird 350 Won't Start

I can eliminate the injectors as an issue because I just sent them away to have them tested, cleaned, and flow matched. Keep those ideas coming!
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