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Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-18-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 198
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 1991-92 GM Rear Window Louvers

*SOLD*
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-11-2024, 10:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 198
Posted By navy02ws6

1991-92 GM Rear Window Louvers

One ding on driver's lower center third brake light louver, one crack on one of the mounting holes. Hardware comes as shown. $600 is my price. Would strongly prefer local pickup in Atlanta. Can ship,...
Forum: History / Originality
04-11-2024, 10:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Help identifying rear window louvers

These are still available due to high shipping cost, about to post them in the for sale forum.
Forum: History / Originality
04-11-2024, 10:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Help identifying rear window louvers

No idea, these just came off a car that my work bought. They did a good job painting them though, if it's not a factory finish.
Forum: History / Originality
04-04-2024, 02:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Help identifying rear window louvers

Sale pending to topduarte. Thanks guys!
Forum: History / Originality
04-04-2024, 01:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Help identifying rear window louvers

Probably going to ask $500 for these local pick up, or $600 shipped, if I can verify that will cover shipping cost.
Forum: History / Originality
04-04-2024, 12:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Help identifying rear window louvers

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Forum: History / Originality
04-04-2024, 10:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Help identifying rear window louvers

Going to try to get pix today or tomorrow, this is the third worst pollen on record here in Atlanta, and they're currently disgusting as a result, so need to get them cleaned up first.
Forum: History / Originality
04-03-2024, 12:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By navy02ws6

Help identifying rear window louvers

Just pulled a set of rear window louvers off a low-ish mile '92 RS that we have here at work, was looking to sell them, but I can't figure out who the manufacturer is. They're one piece, definitely...
Forum: Body
02-13-2024, 12:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 244
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Bright RED WA 8774 Not a good match touch up paint

It's spot-on for my 1991 Camaro, at least on the panels that still have original paint. Have also used it on several 1985-92 Corvettes at my work, good match on those as well. I would guess it just...
Forum: Interior
12-29-2023, 12:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 497
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Ttop seals

I ended up going with Fairchild. Ordered from Summit, IIRC. Been on for about 4 years, no problems. Car is parked outside all the time.
Forum: Body
11-30-2023, 12:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 417
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Body Falling Apart

My '91 T/A was like that when I got it, I figured someone opened the door on a high curb or something. Was able to fix it with a fiberglass patch, still holding 18 years later.
Forum: Body
10-31-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 417
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Was this style of rear wing a factory option? (86 trans am)

Looks like an 82-84 T/A spoiler, also used on base model 1985-92 Firebirds.
Forum: Interior
10-23-2023, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 317
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Seat colors

Those are the seats that came with the Black interior. They're faded, but they weren't Black when they were new either, more of a Gray.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-04-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 335
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 1990-92 Front Parking Brake Cable

Sure would be cool, can't find one of these things to save my life, and not having a parking brake on my DD sucks.
Forum: Body
09-28-2023, 12:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 412
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: T-Top Side weatherstrip Misinformation By Major Brands

IIRC, the drains are only on the seals that attach to the body, not the t-tops themselves. Late build 1991 cars have them, as do all 1992 cars. Pretty dumb that none of the aftermarket suppliers have...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
09-25-2023, 01:50 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 14,649
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: What do you need? I’ve parted over 40 cars...

PM sent. Looking for a good front parking brake cable for a 1990-92 car. Let me know please.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-18-2023, 09:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 335
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 1990-92 Front Parking Brake Cable

Let me know please, ready to buy.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-15-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 335
Posted By navy02ws6

1990-92 Front Parking Brake Cable

Looking for a front parking brake cable for a 1990-92 car. Need the one that attaches to the parking brake handle. Must be in good condition, and not frayed.
Forum: Brakes
09-11-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 266
Posted By navy02ws6

1990-92 Front Parking Brake Cable source?

Just wondering if anyone knows where I can find a new front parking brake cable (the one that attaches to the parking brake handle) for a 1990-92 rear drum car. Seems to be discontinued. Mine is...
Forum: Interior
08-07-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 523
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Leaking T-Tops

T-top bar continued to leak on mine after replacing all weatherstripping, and VERY closely following all instructions in the t-top waterleak manual. I re-sealed the bar again with seam sealer, this...
Forum: Interior
08-01-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 456
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Seat color

Only one shade of Gray was used from 1985-92, if that helps.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
06-28-2023, 02:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,035
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 1987 GTA with 48k Original Miles

PM sent.
Forum: Body
06-06-2023, 12:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 705
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: what would you do clone or keep origional body?

Personally, I'd lose the GTA identifiers. Nothing wrong with a base T/A, especially if it's loaded up with equipment.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-16-2023, 12:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 823
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Upgrade roadmap?

...assuming it has a 700R4. Lots of '83s still had the TH200C, which was not a good transmission for any purposes.
Forum: TBI
05-05-2023, 01:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 806
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 305 TBI Formula; Won't run right

Stock idle in gear should be around 500-525 rpm.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
04-25-2023, 10:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 512
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: (Alabama) parts

Might want to post what you have with prices, otherwise I'm going to have to ask if you have a bunch of stupid rare parts that I'm looking for, which no one has. Such as:

1990-92 Camaro Driver's...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-25-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Help identify FBC Engine Code

FBC doesn't necessarily stand for anything, it's just the suffix code. Suffix code is basically a more precise version of a casting number; casting numbers can cover several variations of suffix...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-25-2023, 09:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Firebird stalling at specific moment

Assuming the check engine light isn't coming on while it's running, first thing I'd check is the condition of all the underhood vacuum lines. Any breaks or cracks can cause the car to run...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,053
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: car wont accelerate!!!!!

Might try replacing the oxygen sensor first, if you can get the old one to come out (I couldn't on mine). Should still be relatively inexpensive to replace.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2023, 01:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,487
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: What engine oil to use on a 305 (L03 engine). 1992 Firebird

How many miles on the engine? Does it smoke it all? Any oil leaks? Internal engine problems? If it's less than 100K, and doesn't smoke or leak anything, then I'd say 10W-30. 10W-40 or 20W-50 if it...
Forum: Cooling
04-13-2023, 02:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,045
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: What Are These Two Small Fans Running Constantly

Hilarious! A 120mm case fan might make a difference in a computer, but it's not gonna do anything here other than drain the battery.

Gotta agree with RedLeader, this is among the strangest things...
Forum: Body
04-13-2023, 01:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 622
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: opinions on T Top weather stripping?

I used Fairchild seals on my '91. Good quality kit, just make sure you follow the seal replacement guide 100%, and run a TON of seam sealer under and all around the t-top bar. Like, much more sealer...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
04-07-2023, 01:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,029
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 91 Camaro: $36,000

Crack pipe for sure...miles are too high for that kind of money. I'm sure that driver's seat is trashed too, with that kind of age and miles. Red/Gray does not seem to be a rare color combo either,...
Forum: History / Originality
03-29-2023, 12:23 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,736
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: How much to offer - 87 TA

Sounds like a car that needs just about everything (including bodywork), and might not be worth it if it has body rot issues on top of that. I'd say $1,000 tops if it's solid, and it's probably not...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-16-2023, 01:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,530
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Some exterior parts for sale in NJ

That's about what I was thinking re: shipping, so I'll take it. PM sent.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-15-2023, 01:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,530
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Some exterior parts for sale in NJ

Any idea if the front bumper needs to be removed to install that grille insert? I'd be interested in it if it doesn't, shipped to 30350. Assuming it fits a '91 RS.
Forum: TBI
03-09-2023, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 529
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 92 RS 305 TBI New Owner

Whack the starter with a hammer, solenoid could be stuck. Also check your battery connections and grounds. If that fails, I'd pull the starter, put 12V to it, and see if it does anything.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-03-2023, 10:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 755
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: New Member! Thud knocking sound on acceleration

Another vote for broken trans mount...be sure to replace it with a polyurethane one and NOT a rubber one, unless you want to replace it every year. Mine was so bad that I thought the car was going to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-03-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 420
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 89 Trans Am hood release inoperative

Only thing that gets the hood open on my '91 RS is lifting it by the passenger's front corner after pulling the release. Worth trying, at least. No amount of tapping or banging in the center opens...
Forum: Interior
03-01-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 415
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Seat side housing?

I'm sure it's not being reproduced -- you'll likely have to buy a used seat to get one, unless you can find someone that's willing to part out a seat. Doesn't help that power seats aren't all that...
Forum: Interior
02-08-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,390
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 4th gen steering wheel in a 3rd gen?

Re-wrap might be your best bet, if you want it to look new/nice. I would think most upholstery shops could handle it.
Forum: Interior
02-07-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 417
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Steering column or lock cylinder?

I had problems with my lock cylinder, high beam switch, and horn contacts, so I ended up just buying a whole column. Surprisingly easy install. I would never trust myself tearing down and working on...
Forum: Interior
02-07-2023, 02:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,390
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 4th gen steering wheel in a 3rd gen?

FWIW, I own an '02 T/A, '91 T/A, and a '91 RS. I *much* prefer the third gen steering wheels -- the rims are considerably thicker, and easier to grip. Plus they look "right" in the cars.
Forum: Body
02-03-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 509
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Rear hatch pull down

Just about anything can be added, with enough time, parts, and budget. You'll likely also need the rear hatch trim panel, as well as bunch of relays, and additional wiring though. Probably not an...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
02-02-2023, 12:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 601
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: NOS 85-87 trans am gta leather wrapped steering wheel

Reasonable price for something that's original and unused. IMO also the best looking and feeling third gen T/A steering wheel. GLWS
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-02-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 620
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: NOS 1991-1992 Camaro z28 bow tie grill

This looks like it has a vastly better finish than the repro one I bought a few years ago (which is now discontinued). I'm not surprised though, with it being NOS.
Forum: Interior
02-02-2023, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 300
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: Possible electrical issues.

Also make sure the lighter socket is clean, and free from anything metal...I had an old dirty penny jammed in the socket of my T/A, which kept killing my battery.
Forum: History / Originality
01-26-2023, 11:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,181
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 1987 Z28 Value

Gotta disagree, Carfax showed my '91 T/A as a total loss due to fire when it was about 3 months old. That was definitely worth knowing, particularly as there's zero signs of fire or previous damage...
Forum: History / Originality
01-17-2023, 01:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,203
Posted By navy02ws6

Re: 1990 Choo Choo custom FIREBIRD II with 70k miles goes for $22k at Mecum Kissimmee

1990 also had door panel cupholders; I'd guess no one ever mentions them when they're looking for 1991-92 interior parts since they hardly built any 1990 model year cars to begin with.
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