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Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-06-2024, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 21,548
Posted By Theking

Re: Starter wont turn (when really hot)

Problem was solved (back in the day) and it turned out to be two separate things.
Starter solenoid was affected by heat soak making it stuck,
Second was ignition switch was worn (and burnt in the...
Forum: Electronics
02-10-2016, 09:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 26,892
Posted By Theking

Re: Help! Broken Ignition Switch? Steering Column?

Updated my pictures here now https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech-general-engine/482022-ignition-cylinder-replacement.html#post3860471

Also Updated the home page link in this thread
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-19-2015, 08:24 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 19,998
Posted By Theking

Re: My new fully functioning, ultra- awesome IROC louvers

Looks outstanding :)

If it was my build I would have installed this under (fine mesh metal net)
http://thumbs.dreamstime.com/x/fine-steel-mesh-34569.jpg

to stop debree and other stuff from...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-19-2015, 08:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,566
Posted By Theking

Re: GM PN 14089936 Relays

NOS AC Delco, Will be US Made :)

New ACDelco 15 8240 A C Blower Motor Cooling Fan Relay GM 14089936 | eBay
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-19-2015, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By Theking

Re: Accel (Mr Gasket) Adjustable FPR = POS

The FPR on a TPI should hold the pressure for a good while after engine is shut down,
The pressure should not drop to 0 after shutdown, same when you prime it when the ignition on the pressure...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-19-2015, 07:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,240
Posted By Theking

Re: Interior lights 1986 Camaro IROC-Z

Hi

I use the 5 LED W5W Blue ones in my car,
On AC Controlls and Shifter plate to, looks like this:

Also painted the reflector glossy white for smooter filling of the light, see directlink to...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-19-2015, 07:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,693
Posted By Theking

Re: ZZ383 with TPIS Mini Ram

Awesome, where did you get the ZZ383 and the TPIS Mini Ram? From Jegs or some other dealer, im looking for a 383 engine for my 89 IROCZ to.

Would love some pictures and install infos etc if you...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-19-2015, 06:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,503
Posted By Theking

Skip White Performence? Any inputs?

Hi!

Been in contact with Al at Skip White cause im thinking of getting a 383 for my IROCZ. Read thru the web, many sites, many comments, many thoughts from alot of people, both customers and non...
Forum: Car Audio
03-27-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,467
Posted By Theking

My Oldschool build

Hi,

Just wanted to share some of my pictures on my caraudio build :)
Specifications as follows

Headunit: Kenwood KDC-M907
Soundfield Processor: Alpine ERA-G320
Capicator: DLS 1Farad (subs)...
Forum: Exhaust
03-13-2011, 10:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,678
Posted By Theking

Borla 14888 Exhaust (3gen version) Need help

Hi!

Used an old thread for this problem, but id figured I start a new one for my problem instead of jacking LT1FUNs thread.

Quoteing myself below to give you the info and questions:



...
Forum: Exhaust
03-12-2011, 03:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,574
Posted By Theking

Re: New exhaust system just arrived for my '88 ....

Im using the Borla 14888 (3rd gen camaro/firebird one..

Seems like its missing one small bend next/right after to the catalytic converter, The kit have everything included thats needed it says but...
Forum: Exhaust
03-12-2011, 02:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,574
Posted By Theking

Re: New exhaust system just arrived for my '88 ....

Yeah I know its a bump, but Ive searched thru googe here and all other pages, cannot find install pics or instructions wich part to go where, so I turned to the thread starter in hope of pictures of...
Forum: Exhaust
03-12-2011, 01:45 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,574
Posted By Theking

Re: New exhaust system just arrived for my '88 ....

I got this system on the floor atm and it kinda looks like it wont fit, Anyone have any installed pictures on where you see each tube cause they are different and we cant figure out wich goes where,...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-17-2011, 10:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 845
Posted By Theking

Wanted: Rockford Fosgate POWER amp (old school)

Hi!

as the title reads, I'm looking for an old classic, Rockford Power amp years :99-00.


Power 400a4
Power 500a2
Power 800a2
Power 800a4
Forum: TPI
01-14-2011, 04:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By Theking

Re: Part upgrade (headers,exhaust etc.)

Parts ordered, Ill be getting them in approx 30days, going seaway to Sweden :)

Can't wait to get them installed!
Forum: TPI
01-11-2011, 03:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By Theking

Re: Part upgrade (headers,exhaust etc.)

I will be ordering this cat instead : http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MPE-36019/

instead of the above one, I think I got everything covered right?

Some special gaskets needed for the headers...
Forum: TPI
01-09-2011, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 618
Posted By Theking

Part upgrade (headers,exhaust etc.)

Hi!

The winter project list is finally done, and I just want to share and see if theres something I have forgotten or if ive chosen wrong catalytic converter (I will still use AIR on the car so...
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
09-16-2010, 12:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,827
Posted By Theking

Re: Injector Sizes

Didnt see any info about brand new thats why I posted the comment, now we all know they are brand new.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
09-16-2010, 12:11 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,827
Posted By Theking

Re: Injector Sizes

$40 a piece ? thats $320 for 8 injectors, thats a rip off.

Thank god for FIC and there awesome customer support and good prices :)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-08-2010, 04:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,272
Posted By Theking

Re: Vibrations (at approx ~70mph.. detailed info inside)

idler arm ? my brain isnt connecting right now, what part is that ? :)


EDIT: google is a friend, well I have no vibrations in the steering wheel so it couldnt be the idler arm then right ? the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-11-2010, 02:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,272
Posted By Theking

Re: Vibrations (at approx ~70mph.. detailed info inside)

Yeah, but I havent tested so many things yet, working pretty much everyday so theres not much time atm to be in my garage.

The thing I tested was that I borrowed 2 backtires from a friend that...
Forum: Members Camaros
08-04-2010, 03:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,213
Posted By Theking

Re: Pictures of my ride (IROC-Z 1989 - 3rd Aug 2010)

Thanks guys :-) feels good to hear you like it

The Paint is the Stock WA9591 (1989) color.
So the car isnt repainted. It only has been driven 50.000 km since 1989 (31068miles)
So its a low...
Forum: Members Camaros
08-03-2010, 04:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,213
Posted By Theking

Re: Pictures of my ride (IROC-Z 1989 - 3rd Aug 2010)

Thanks :-)

Would be really nice. Was some time ago since I changed signature so a new one would be nice :)
Forum: Members Camaros
08-03-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,213
Posted By Theking

Pictures of my ride (IROC-Z 1989 - 3rd Aug 2010)

Hi just wanted to share some pictures taken today on my car :)
Hopefully someone likes them :-)

http://theking.joakimweb.se/z28/gfx/king-irocz1.jpg
...
Forum: European Region
08-03-2010, 02:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,861
Posted By Theking

Pictures of my ride (IROC-Z 1989)

Hi just wanted to share some pictures taken today on my car :)
Hopefully someone likes them :-)

http://theking.joakimweb.se/z28/gfx/king-irocz1.jpg
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-01-2010, 05:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 680
Posted By Theking

Re: VSS going bad or something else ?

Thanks for response.

Ill check if its a wire driven and if it is I start lubing it up and test again.

I will however log the car to see if the speed moves around in datamaster to.
If its...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-31-2010, 07:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 680
Posted By Theking

VSS going bad or something else ?

Hi!

Today when I was driving the iroc at 110km/h i noticed the speedometer moved between 110 - ~113km/h (moved slowly up and down between thoose values) Never noticed it before and this is the...
Forum: Exhaust
07-30-2010, 05:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,588
Posted By Theking

Re: Hooker 2055 Ceramic Coated

Thanks Coated it is then :)

I will buy a Magnaflow 3" cat and the Borla 14888 3" catback also so it will get really nice with 3" all the way..

Orr89RocZ how did your 2055's fit the stock cat,...
Forum: Exhaust
07-30-2010, 05:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,177
Posted By Theking

re: side pipes illegal or not?

89fbirdformula and tekkitan please be friends now :)
No need of throwing **** at each other.

The taste is like your buttom.. splittet..


You can always post and give advice, thoughts , and...
Forum: Exhaust
07-26-2010, 12:26 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 78,816
Posted By Theking

Re: Those with Hooker 2055's, come on in!

Nice thread :)

One question, wich catalytic converter shall I buy if I want to install the
Hooker 2055 Ceramic Coated headers, Borla 14888 cat-back. (3inch)

I want to keep the A.I.R so the...
Forum: Exhaust
07-26-2010, 09:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,588
Posted By Theking

Re: Hooker 2055 Ceramic Coated

Hi thanks ill read thru it tonight.
Thinking of putting in the Borla 14888 cat back to :)

Feels like that will work really good.

Also im guessing i need to replace the catalytic converter,...
Forum: Exhaust
07-25-2010, 06:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,588
Posted By Theking

Hooker 2055 Ceramic Coated

Hi!

I just got one quick question, does anyone have the Hooker 2055 Ceramic Coated headers. are they a direct fit or do it need some welding somewhere ?

also this info below:



If this...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-22-2010, 03:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,272
Posted By Theking

Re: Vibrations (at approx ~70mph.. detailed info inside)

Thanks, but can the driveshaft go bad for nothing ? the vibrations have come "recently" I owned this car for 7˝years and it wasnt this when i bought it.

I will check the driveshaft for vibrations...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-21-2010, 06:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,272
Posted By Theking

Vibrations (at approx ~70mph.. detailed info inside)

Hi!

Well I have a strange vibration on my hand,
it have come and gone during the last year.

The car starts to vibrate (I feel it in the seat and not the steering wheel).
I have tested with a...
Forum: TPI
07-20-2010, 12:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,139
Posted By Theking

Re: lt1 injector replacement

The Bosch III 22lbs injectors from FIC will be a direct fit.

I would buy them from Jon anyday at FIC. Costs $169,99 3 years warranty, flow matched, and they have an exellent customer service and...
Forum: TPI
07-17-2010, 06:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By Theking

Re: Polishing

Runners/Plenum polish how-to : https://www.thirdgen.org/plenumpolish

maybe that will help you out ?
Forum: TPI
07-17-2010, 03:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,407
Posted By Theking

Re: SouthBay or FIC injectors???

Glad to hear it :)
Forum: TPI
07-17-2010, 06:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By Theking

Re: idle up

That was the link I was searching for before :-)
Forum: TPI
07-17-2010, 05:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By Theking

Re: idle up

You should set the minimum air to correct specifications.
If you havent changed the PROM or its broken it should idle at correct speed.

An automatic TPI should idle around 625rpm when hot and...
Forum: TPI
07-17-2010, 04:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,407
Posted By Theking

Re: SouthBay or FIC injectors???

I would recommend the Bosch III from Fuel Injector Connection (FIC),

I have them myself and they have 3 years warranty and cost $169,99 22lbs. Flowmatched.
Very fast shipping, awesome support...
Forum: Electronics
06-17-2010, 04:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,606
Posted By Theking

Re: Error code 42, and some tach questions.

Its a 350 knock sensor and a 350 ESC installed (now, was wrong ESC in the package from the start) But that wasnt the problem, the pickup and ignition module in the dizzy was bad. Thats why it acted...
Forum: Electronics
06-17-2010, 12:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,606
Posted By Theking

Re: Error code 42, and some tach questions.

I also solved the problem when I replaced the Ignition module and pickup in my MSD Dizzy.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
06-07-2010, 04:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 805
Posted By Theking

Re: Seatbelt Receiver (Med Gray)

RCAR7395

Got it today, awesome parts and a really good and honest seller.
Thanks for your help, will install them later this week and hopefully it solved my problem.

Cheers!

and thanks for...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-30-2010, 05:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 805
Posted By Theking

Re: Seatbelt Receiver (Med Gray)

RCAR7395 please check your inbox (here at thirdgen) :-)
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-23-2010, 11:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 805
Posted By Theking

Re: Seatbelt Receiver (Med Gray)

Check and see if you can make a good deal on both Med Gray receivers :)
Cause it would be nice to have 1 extra on the shelf incase of more trouble in the future.

PM me and let me know the total...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-22-2010, 03:53 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 45,972
Posted By Theking

Re: 1/0 Battery and Power Cables

What do you mean by quoting that post ?
You didnt give any information about what was asked man.
Just a "fixed"

So you have any input of what was written in that post ?

And also, it will be...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-21-2010, 12:08 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 45,972
Posted By Theking

Re: 1/0 Battery and Power Cables

fixed.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-21-2010, 06:07 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 45,972
Posted By Theking

Re: 1/0 Battery and Power Cables

more info coming..
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-19-2010, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 805
Posted By Theking

Re: Seatbelt Receiver (Med Gray)

None have or know someone who wants to sell a gray seat belt receiver ?
I really need one and they seem really really hard to come by (the med gray/charcoal color).
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-17-2010, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 805
Posted By Theking

Re: Seatbelt Receiver (Med Gray)

Added the picture and some length info in the above post.
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