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Forum: Electronics
04-24-2012, 10:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: false SES light after carb to TPI swap

Frustrated, spent all day peeking and feeling all over under both sides of the dash, behind the radio/ comfort controls. all along the I/P harness, by all of the heater ducts. Im not seeing anything...
Forum: Electronics
04-24-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: false SES light after carb to TPI swap

damn. another guy was saying it is right in that area, but from what you can see in the pix, that is all i have. I need to find this board and unplug it. Getting tired of staring at this light for no...
Forum: Electronics
04-24-2012, 12:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: false SES light after carb to TPI swap

Is that box the Light driver module?
Forum: Electronics
04-23-2012, 11:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: false SES light after carb to TPI swap

found a box screwed to the front of the dash, about 4 X 3" and an inch thick and black in color. It is attached to a metal bracket with two screws on the bottom. it seems to have a metal tab and...
Forum: Electronics
04-23-2012, 11:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: false SES light after carb to TPI swap

I pulled the panel on the lower passenger dash and felt around up in there, Im not finding anything besides the ECM, duct work and an outside air vent. Is it inside the ductwork? inside the heater...
Forum: Electronics
04-19-2012, 11:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: false SES light after carb to TPI swap

Nice, where do i find the module?
Forum: Electronics
04-19-2012, 07:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By Kingsnake2005

false SES light after carb to TPI swap

Hello,
Still trying to figure out why my SES light is on when it should be off and off when it should be on. If i disconnect the base timing set wire- the light goes out. If i disconnect the MAF...
Forum: Carburetors
04-02-2012, 11:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,393
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: 84 Z28 Carbed......??

less backpressure= less torque and more horsepower. At least i can i say i noticed more seat of the pants power after i got rid of mine. still passed emissions test here in Idaho
Forum: Carburetors
03-30-2012, 01:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,393
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: 84 Z28 Carbed......??

step 1: remove cat
step 2: pound out all of the honey comb junk
step 3: reinstall gutted cat
step 4: enjoy 4X better exhaust note and free power!
Forum: Carburetors
03-30-2012, 12:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,804
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: sure this is an old topic - Carb spitting gas

I had this exact same problem with a 76 350 that i transplanted into a 63 truck. It would pop out the carb at higher RPM. But would idle great and run prefect in the lower RPM ranges, The problem...
Forum: Carburetors
03-30-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 435
Posted By Kingsnake2005

false SES light after carb to TPI swap

Hi guys,
I swapped my computer controlled carb for TPI a while back and have a false SES light (A SES light with no codes stored in the ECM). I decided a while back that maybe something was wrong...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-18-2012, 11:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,085
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: Adding height and stiffness to rear end

Ok, sounds like a good idea.New springs and either some 4th gen isolators or spring expanders if i need more height... Any particular brand or kind of springs better than others?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-18-2012, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,085
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Adding height and stiffness to rear end

Hello,
Just had a new exhaust system installed: Dual 3" going under trans cross-member. now im down to about 3" of ground clearance. After I removed all of the emissions equipment and installed a...
Forum: Electronics
09-28-2011, 10:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 677
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: SES light code 12

Ah, ok. So if the ecm doesn't see the refrence pulses it sets a code 12. So how do you explain the light being off when it should be on? and on when it should be off?
Forum: Electronics
09-28-2011, 08:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 677
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Re: SES light code 12

Huh, i thought 12 was the "no problem" code. I converted the harness to a large cap HEI dizzy. could this be my problem? Which wire should i be looking at? I soldered the splices.
Forum: Electronics
09-28-2011, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 677
Posted By Kingsnake2005

SES light code 12

Hello,
I have an 86 Camaro that originally had the computerized Quadrajet. Since then, i have upgraded to an 89 TPI setup with a new custom PROM from tbichips.com. Ever since the swap the SES...
Forum: Electronics
12-16-2005, 08:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 802
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Ok, i take it you found the switch on the...

Ok, i take it you found the switch on the diagram... and that you are not getting 12V on the red wires? If that is so, you are on the right track. Did you follow the red wire back from the switch?...
Forum: Electronics
12-16-2005, 02:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 890
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Sry man, i didn't get to it today... Ill try my...

Sry man, i didn't get to it today... Ill try my best to remember to throw my wiring schematics in my car before i go to work so i can look it up for ya.. ttyl
Forum: Electronics
12-14-2005, 08:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 890
Posted By Kingsnake2005

The column is supported by a bracket with two...

The column is supported by a bracket with two retaining nuts. THe bracket is about two thirds of the way up on the column, just below the knee bolster. Take the nuts off and carefully lower the...
Forum: Electronics
12-13-2005, 07:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 890
Posted By Kingsnake2005

You might want to check the connections at the...

You might want to check the connections at the ignition switch. THe switch is actually located on the top of the column toward the base. It is virtually unaccesible without unbolting and lowering the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-13-2005, 11:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Good news! I found the problem with the O2...

Good news! I found the problem with the O2 sensor. I looked around and found a post by Trickster on troubleshooting a code 13. I remember that the voltage on the O2 sensor unplugged was ~2.8V which...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-07-2005, 12:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Wow, thanks alot Vader!!! I guess ill have to use...

Wow, thanks alot Vader!!! I guess ill have to use that as an excuse to take a 200 mile trip to Twin Falls and back :) It is kinda strange now that you mention it... I took my friend home last night...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-07-2005, 01:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

It gets driven about 8 miles a day durring the...

It gets driven about 8 miles a day durring the week. and maybe 25 or more on the weekends. No regular long distance trips... So i take it that you check for fluctuation in the resistance of the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-06-2005, 07:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Eh, i still have a SES light with no error codes....

Eh, i still have a SES light with no error codes. Engine still wont stay in closed loop. I can only get closed loop for about 5 seconds when i am accelerating then it goes back to open. WHat would...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-05-2005, 07:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

CST resistance looks good rising and falling as...

CST resistance looks good rising and falling as expected... I have managed to get a code 13 out of the ECM relating to the O2 sensor. I checked the voltage on the ecm side and got ~2.8V which dropped...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2005, 06:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Here is my two remaining problems in more...

Here is my two remaining problems in more detail... I shorted ALDL A&B while the engine was running to check on the Closed/Open loop status. After the engine reaches 180 degrees and i am driving for...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2005, 05:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Thanks man, I actually figured out that the...

Thanks man, I actually figured out that the ground wire was cut on the sensor :doh: So, after repairing the ground, my car is now running much better and starting very easy. Now all i have to do is...
Forum: Electronics
11-30-2005, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,084
Posted By Kingsnake2005

I put lock washers on the tilt base bolts... More...

I put lock washers on the tilt base bolts... More permanent fix ;)
Forum: Electronics
11-30-2005, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,084
Posted By Kingsnake2005

To repair broken circuits, I run a jumper wire...

To repair broken circuits, I run a jumper wire from the bigining point to the end point of the circuit. So, being careful not to melt the plastic, soldier a 24 AWG wire from the start pad to the end...
Forum: Electronics
11-30-2005, 07:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,252
Posted By Kingsnake2005

It should be under the hood to the passanger side...

It should be under the hood to the passanger side of the brake booster mounted on the firewall
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-30-2005, 10:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 502
Posted By Kingsnake2005

My first guess would be the idle air control...

My first guess would be the idle air control motor...
Forum: Electronics
11-30-2005, 02:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,252
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Hmm, it still could be any one of the three......

Hmm, it still could be any one of the three... assuming the system hasn't experianced any trauma, the transmission and wiring should be ok. I would start out with the switch as the first culprit, if...
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 08:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 890
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Question: What exactally is happening with your...

Question: What exactally is happening with your car? Do you turn the key and get nothing at all? can you get the fuel pump etc. to turn on using the key?
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 08:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,252
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Right, except did it happen all of the sudden or...

Right, except did it happen all of the sudden or did things just slowly stop working E.G. Low and High work, but Delay wont... Then high works with no low or delay.... finally, a few weeks later,...
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 492
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Is the alternator a 3-wire or a single wire unit?

Is the alternator a 3-wire or a single wire unit?
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 07:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,084
Posted By Kingsnake2005

I have had to make many repairs on my cluster due...

I have had to make many repairs on my cluster due to broken traces. If the lights aren't blown and you end up having to pull your instrument cluster, dont forget to check the traces on the back. You...
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 07:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,252
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Yeah, i had that same problem with my 86. I...

Yeah, i had that same problem with my 86. I believe your 91 is going to have a slightly different setup than mine.. but what i found was a torn up circuitboard in the wiper transmission unit. You...
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 07:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 799
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Just another 2 bits :) Try www.chevythunder.com...

Just another 2 bits :) Try www.chevythunder.com (http://www.chevythunder.com) this is one of the most complete websites on TPI i have ever seen. Check it out... I believe you will find the diagrams...
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 498
Posted By Kingsnake2005

If the above replys turn up inconclusive... It...

If the above replys turn up inconclusive... It could be cold soldier joints on the back of your gauage cluster... To check/fix this pull the gauage cluster and have an electronics shop reflow the...
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 04:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 556
Posted By Kingsnake2005

How did your original fail? What was its...

How did your original fail? What was its symptoms? I take it this is a three wire alternator?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2005, 12:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By Kingsnake2005

No Closed Loop and SES light

Hi guys,
I recently installed a used TPI system on my 86 IROC. It has been running great except for extended cranking time when it is cold. After some research i found out that the Coolant sensor is...
Forum: Electronics
11-29-2005, 11:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 699
Posted By Kingsnake2005

CST error code/ wiring problem?

Hi guys,
I recently installed a used TPI system on my 86 IROC. It has been running great except for extended cranking time when it is cold. After some research i found out that the Coolant sensor...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-22-2005, 02:36 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 394
Posted By Kingsnake2005

86 700R4 slipping after swap from carb to TPI

Hi guys,
I need your expert advice once again :) I recently pulled my 86 quadrajet and replaced it with an 89 TPI unit. As you know, this ment all new cables including a new TV cable. Earlier, i...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-13-2005, 05:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 857
Posted By Kingsnake2005

OK, I found a poly trans mount at Shucks...

OK,
I found a poly trans mount at Shucks and bolted it in... Looks like I won't be taking the crossmember out again anytime soon! :) I searched the engine compartment for loose stuff and couldnt...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-11-2005, 02:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 857
Posted By Kingsnake2005

The engine moves up on the driverside about a...

The engine moves up on the driverside about a half inch or so under a power brake... I get the clank reving the engine in park or neutral. It also happens in gear while driving... very...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-10-2005, 11:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 857
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Yeah, i heard someone else bring up motor mounts...

Yeah, i heard someone else bring up motor mounts too... I suppose there is no easy way to check the motor mounts right? WIll i need to pull the engine out to check them?

THanks again
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-10-2005, 01:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 857
Posted By Kingsnake2005

It seems to happen when my foot is going down......

It seems to happen when my foot is going down... So while i am still on the gas
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-10-2005, 12:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 857
Posted By Kingsnake2005

I have ordered a timing light to get an accurate...

I have ordered a timing light to get an accurate reading on the timing. Do you think it is the timing?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-10-2005, 12:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 857
Posted By Kingsnake2005

Metallic Clank

Hello,
I have an 86 Camaro IROCZ with the original 305 which has ~100,000 miles on it. My problem is a metalic clank noise heard from the engine. In order to get it to happen, i have to rev the...
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