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Forum: Body
07-25-2022, 10:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 338
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Paint issues and question

Hey fellow thirdgen members

Been a while since i have been on. Too many projects going on, namely painting my house. So a couple of years ago, 3 to be spot on, I repainted my 1989 Formula 350....
Forum: Body
10-10-2021, 04:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 469
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Decal Placement

Glad to be of help!
Forum: Body
10-09-2021, 10:00 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

I go the radio working by running new speaker wires to each location. I left all the factory wires and connectors intact. Works like a charm. Nice to have tune again. Took it out for a spin and runs...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
10-09-2021, 09:56 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 14,647
Posted By Hawkeye1980

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

Do you have any driver side front fender for a firebird (no trans am vet cut out) in decent shape?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-03-2021, 08:52 PM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,108
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

ran new speaker wire to all the 4 locations, started setting up the new radio but the connector I bought is garbage. So I ordered an 8 port blade connector off eBay for the 4 speakers. I have to by...
Forum: Interior
10-03-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 669
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Trunk Pull down motor

I have this problem. I can get it to stop if I push down on the deck when it closes. but its very frustrating.
Forum: Body
10-03-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 469
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Decal Placement

I used this for my Formula 350

The factory door decals use the paper as a locator is why I asked.

Here are some measurements from my original paint 92 formula (factory stuff does vary soooo)
...
Forum: Body
10-03-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Sorry haven't been around much. So I finally got a break the weather and repainted the scratched areas. Buffed it out and its even worse. I swear i will never use Eastwood paint again. I painted the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-19-2021, 11:51 AM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,108
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

Start wet sanding the back end and spoiler for its 3rd repaint...Arrggghh...
Forum: Body
06-05-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Well working on the bird this week and today. I filled in the deep scratches with some bondo. Sanding from the roof of the back of the t-tops to the rear fenders, to 400 grit. Where I put bondo I...
Forum: Body
05-25-2021, 10:33 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

One of the headaches I had was with the rear pull down motor. I found the problem. The plastic gear was worn, just enough to cause it to continue to spin. I had an extra new gear so that should be...
Forum: Body
05-25-2021, 09:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,428
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Rear hatch gap alignment help

Thanks, where do you put the adhesion again? Bit confused on that.

I just bought a 3/8" ft lb socket drive. I have an inch one as well. Just nerve racking.

Weaker struts are in order if you...
Forum: Car Audio
05-25-2021, 09:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: 87 Trans Am double din install questions.

My pleasure.

I love the double din. I have a backup camera on a 32 year old car. I can load up my favorite music on a memory card, plus so many options. Show us what you wind up with!
Forum: TPI
05-25-2021, 09:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 637
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Intermittent L98 starting and idling issues

You need one that matches your car. As I recall I had to give my VIN number to the seller. They aren't as sophisticated as the ECM/PCM are today.
Forum: Body
05-25-2021, 07:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,428
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Rear hatch gap alignment help

I widened my holes a bit too for the hinges. My hinges are in really good shape. I did what he did but did not overload the butyle. What is the glass primer you mention please? I have to do mine over...
Forum: Body
05-25-2021, 07:42 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

I am actually working through that now. As it stands...I am going with LS1 12" upfront with dual piston calipers. For the back, I am keeping the calipers I have that are stock but will get a bracket...
Forum: TPI
05-24-2021, 09:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 637
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Intermittent L98 starting and idling issues

Thank you sir for your input!

I will tell you the cheap way I tested my bad ECM. My car would start but run horrible and drive like yours did when the check engine light came on. I was told, take...
Forum: Body
05-24-2021, 08:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,428
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Rear hatch gap alignment help

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPPU8AZAQps

Great detailed video on this topic. The guy gets really into it but its filled with great info and advise.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
05-24-2021, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,467
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: hatch lift support struts

please ignore, responded to wrong thread
Forum: Car Audio
05-24-2021, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 681
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: 87 Trans Am double din install questions.

I have one that was modified by Double Din...he is out of business however. It was an original that he modified and yes iIt can be done. I did it for my 199 Jeep TJ bezel. You have to cut the plastic...
Forum: TPI
05-24-2021, 08:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 637
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Intermittent L98 starting and idling issues

I had a similar issue with my bird several years ago. Bad ECM. Got a re manufactured one, pulled the chip out of the original, swapped it and never an issue since.
Forum: DFI and ECM
05-24-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,285
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Smog Parts ???

I had my dual cats gutted back in 1994. Bought it new in 1989. It passed inspection always. I will be ripping out my smog pump when the time allows it. Someone in eBay was selling a bracket with a...
Forum: Body
05-24-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 374
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Door removal

True. but aligning it can be tricky. I found putting mine back on with the fenders off and that jack tool made it very easy for a 1 man show. I did it all myself and could not be happier with the...
Forum: Body
05-24-2021, 08:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,452
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Hatch alignment and paint + aero wing

I agree. It is very well documented.
Forum: Body
05-24-2021, 08:06 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

a friend has been a big help to me on the brake upgrade. Tons of info which I can pass along if you wish..

You and me both, cars shows are popping up again and I want in!!! Will keep this thread...
Forum: Body
05-24-2021, 10:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,452
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Hatch alignment and paint + aero wing

Good video for this

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPPU8AZAQps

Its a bit long but very detailed. I used it to do mine last year. Unfortunately I have to do it again. I used the stock shock...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-23-2021, 10:03 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 73,884
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Double Din Bezel by Double D Mods

https://www.ebay.com/itm/154435915048?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3AAQAFAAAAkAFXhBqtmD02%2Bt1v%2FLTENfNxbxgt2nqIufHJznl6H68%2BY2JWQn2cXh06ma1%2Bp7SXDPTY%2FOCG5xnUFYDamqmyZoObuJ7sDAD7xbFEoZx%2FZVfUX5...
Forum: Body
05-23-2021, 09:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 374
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Door removal

I highly suggest a good jack that can accept a door:

https://www.eastwood.com/e-z-rest-door-hanger.html

I got this one form Eastwood a couple years ago, It was perfect to remove and also...
Forum: Body
05-22-2021, 04:02 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Hey brother! Hope you are well! Yeah I know it will look good, but the paint was supposed to be done 2 years ago! I am tired of fixing it. But I will give it another shot.

I was going to start...
Forum: Body
05-15-2021, 02:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,452
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Hatch alignment and paint + aero wing

I did this and have to do it all over. I used the heavy duty support shocks for the heavy factory aero wing spoiler. I since replaced it with a lighter fiberglass one from Hawks. Was told I need to...
Forum: Body
05-15-2021, 01:59 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Update, well FINALLY we broke the 60 degree weather here in NY and now in the 70s. So I have to address the stupid scratches I got on the driver rear quarter panel, dings on the spoiler and some...
Forum: Body
05-12-2021, 06:07 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Just got around to ordering these hatch struts at Rock Auto. had to rebuild the rear axle tube on my 2000 Mini van. Next up is the wheel bearing hubs for the 2005 Grand Am, then the Firebird. I have...
Forum: Body
04-04-2021, 02:16 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Yes, the deck lid is the major culprit. Gonna have to pull it off again and reset. Not looking forward to it. Did you torque the deck lid to glass bolts? Be it the glass to hinge or glass to deck,...
Forum: Body
04-04-2021, 09:50 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Yeah same here! Question, where did you adjust to push in the entire hatch to get it to line up with the body? I keep reading its the nuts that hold the hinges to the glass but I am nervous about...
Forum: Electronics
04-04-2021, 09:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 677
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Double din radio issues

And that is my thought as well. I really think the issue is with the factory AMP. I don't want to hack the original wiring though. So I will leave the factory wiring in place and just run new wires...
Forum: Body
04-04-2021, 09:18 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

I appreciate the vote of confidence sir.

Thanks for the heads up on the struts, that makes perfect sense on the cause and how best to fix the rear hatch push out problems. The factory aerowing...
Forum: Electronics
04-03-2021, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 260
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Rear hatch motor adjustment

I think I found the problem The grommet on the pull down rod is bad. The rod shifts a hair and gets caught up on the black plastic switch assembly. Never ends.
Forum: Electronics
04-03-2021, 06:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 677
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Double din radio issues

Heads up the radio issue is back, sound than no sound. Sit over night with the battery disconnected and same thing. Has to be the internal factory amp. Going to run separately speaker wire to each...
Forum: Body
04-03-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

I have just about had it with this stupid car. Between the scratches caused by stupid windstorms and then the repaint, 3 times and counting.....Now a host of electrical issues I have to keep chasing...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-02-2021, 02:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,565
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My daughter had a bad day with the Trans Am...

It is odd though that a wheel would come off like that.
Forum: Body
04-01-2021, 04:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 548
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Deteriorated Door Jamb. Help!

Just make sure you get the set that has the plastic molded into the rubber. You'll be glad you did!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-01-2021, 04:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,565
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My daughter had a bad day with the Trans Am...

Glad your daughter is OK. Looks like the bird will be too!
Forum: Electronics
04-01-2021, 04:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 260
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Rear hatch motor adjustment

Well I think I got this figured out too. I put in new plastic ends on slides and they are tight as it gets towards the bottom when pulling the hatch down. They get stuck and the motor just spins....
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-30-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 172
Views: 8,189
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Project "ThunderChicken"

They are nice to have. My first temp garage lasted for 3 years, never a problem. But we have been getting strong winds since last year. The first time I didnt really tie it down, never needed to. But...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-30-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 172
Views: 8,189
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Project "ThunderChicken"

I had this happen to me 3 times with 1 of these temp garages from Harbor Freight. 2 times my new paint job got scratched. Never again. Now I just put a cover on it.
Forum: Body
03-29-2021, 10:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,318
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Wrap Around Spoiler-1988 Firebird

Got mine from Hawks. Overall I cant complain. I had to modify the 3rd light housing by shaving it down. But I am happy in that is very easy to install and lightens the car and rear hatch too.
Forum: Body
03-29-2021, 10:26 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 23,559
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: My 1989 Formula 350 restore

Well radio issues are just about cleared up. Still cant get the pull down motor to stop running when I close the hatch. Something is not adjusted right. In all my years I never remember this being an...
Forum: Electronics
03-29-2021, 10:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 677
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Double din radio issues

Got the Pluto fired up now too. Just one of the 10" speakers is not working. Bought it new 2 years ago, I believe its just a loose connection. Making further headway. At least I will have tunes this...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-28-2021, 03:59 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 35,189
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: Trans Am 3.0 - My Build Thread

OK this is AMAZING. Following.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-28-2021, 03:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,297
Posted By Hawkeye1980

Re: ACC carpet review

I think it looks really nice. hmmm, may have to consider...
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