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Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
05-19-2022, 06:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 470
Posted By deacon17

BFG Comp TA tires, 245/50/16, FREE

The catch is that they are OLD. See below:

Recently replaced all 4 tires and no longer need the old ones. Was going to place them on Craigslist to make a few bucks but really don’t want to deal...
Forum: Convertibles
08-25-2005, 12:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 831
Posted By deacon17

I have replaced the entire interior in my '88...

I have replaced the entire interior in my '88 Iroc vert and took it from faded gray to black. After going through all the crap with the belts, I would advise you to find a good upholstry shop and...
Forum: Body
09-04-2001, 06:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 517
Posted By deacon17

The dyes that you use on cloth will not work on...

The dyes that you use on cloth will not work on our carpets. The dye will darken the color a little bit but will mainly just run right off.
Forum: Body
08-23-2001, 12:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,159
Posted By deacon17

Hot glue is the way to go if you are putting...

Hot glue is the way to go if you are putting carpet on plastic. That is how GM adheres the carpet you're talking about to things like the center console and plastic panels. Just use a hot glue gun...
Forum: Body
08-15-2001, 08:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 646
Posted By deacon17

I have replaced the carpet and most of the...

I have replaced the carpet and most of the interior in my 88 convertible and am now recovering the rear panels. I think that is the way to go, as you can just save the material you pull off if...
Forum: Body
08-14-2001, 04:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 408
Posted By deacon17

There's a fastener behind the trunk box cardboard...

There's a fastener behind the trunk box cardboard panel located behind the middle of the box. Pull the entire plastic piece towards the rear of the car until you get it clear of the fastener.
Forum: Body
08-14-2001, 03:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 730
Posted By deacon17

From all the dye work I've done, I've never been...

From all the dye work I've done, I've never been able to completely get all the color out. I think your best bet is to just have those cloth inserts re-upholstered as you'll most likely just tear...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-14-2001, 03:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 521
Posted By deacon17

I highly recommend doing it yourself. I've had...

I highly recommend doing it yourself. I've had it professionally done and have steam cleaned it, and both were a waste of time and money. I've found the best way is to take out the carpet, lay it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-11-2001, 07:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 471
Posted By deacon17

Thanks for the tips. I will try to pinpoint that...

Thanks for the tips. I will try to pinpoint that location and make sure that's it as soon as I get it out on the road again and drive it enough to build up some pressure in fuel system. Will keep...
Forum: Body
08-10-2001, 03:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 383
Posted By deacon17

You can buy a carpet to cover them with, it's...

You can buy a carpet to cover them with, it's sometimes called flex form carpeting. www.mrmikes.com (http://www.mrmikes.com) sells it. This stuff is cheap and all you have to do is lay it on the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-10-2001, 03:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 471
Posted By deacon17

That's weird, at least now I know I'm not the...

That's weird, at least now I know I'm not the only one dealing with it. Checked my cap and filler neck and didn't see any visible problems with either--no cracks, dents, etc. And it occurs at any...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-09-2001, 12:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 350
Posted By deacon17

Scientific tests by top professionals have...

Scientific tests by top professionals have revealed increases of at least 15-20 horsepower!***

***note that all horsepower gains were reported only on stickered cars in which a complete tune-up...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-08-2001, 08:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 471
Posted By deacon17

fuel tank whine

Whenever the car is turned off after being driven even only a few miles, I get excessive whine from the gas tank that goes away if I unscrew the fuel cap to let the built up gas out. My question is,...
Forum: Exhaust
08-08-2001, 08:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 515
Posted By deacon17

Just put a Random Tech cat on my LB9 with stock...

Just put a Random Tech cat on my LB9 with stock exhaust, didn't recognize a difference.
Forum: Body
08-04-2001, 07:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 358
Posted By deacon17

What do you think the chances are of them really...

What do you think the chances are of them really running out of gray belts from their entire back stock of them right in the middle of your recall? Sounds like someone at that dealer is just lazy...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-30-2001, 09:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 589
Posted By deacon17

This one at Carlisle involved a new body kit,...

This one at Carlisle involved a new body kit, wheels, complete color change to silver, and stainless cat-back.

http://www.webphotos.com/member/11787/238716.jpg
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-29-2001, 01:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,654
Posted By deacon17

I think the heritage stripes work with a black...

I think the heritage stripes work with a black IROC but don't know if I'd attempt it with another color unless the louvers were painted to match. Power bulges sound like a good idea, too.

...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-29-2001, 01:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 533
Posted By deacon17

I like the white stripes, but silver is a good...

I like the white stripes, but silver is a good option if you plan on keeping grey interior. Especially if you can match the stripe color to another part of the car like the wheels.

...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-26-2001, 02:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,654
Posted By deacon17

USA-1, email me if you want pics of an IROC with...

USA-1, email me if you want pics of an IROC with stripes. I can't post them here b/c my photopoint album is inaccessible.



[This message has been edited by deacon17 (edited July 26, 2001).]
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-13-2001, 01:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By deacon17

Look in this gallery, there's a pic of an orange...

Look in this gallery, there's a pic of an orange thirdgen there.

http://y42.photos.yahoo.com/bc/my1stcamaro92rs/lst?.dir=/Camaros+at+Carlisle+2001&.view=t
Forum: History / Originality
07-12-2001, 12:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 587
Posted By deacon17

I have more pics from Friday at Carlisle,...

I have more pics from Friday at Carlisle, including the red 1LE, but don't have the means to post them. Anybody want them via email to post for others to see?
Forum: Body
07-12-2001, 12:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 629
Posted By deacon17

We should all expect to get a lot of BS with this...

We should all expect to get a lot of BS with this seatbelt recall from various dealers, and they don't all fix the problem the same way. I went to 3 dealers, and only after repeatedly keeping up...
Forum: Exhaust
07-03-2001, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 398
Posted By deacon17

I just had a stainless random tech cat put on my...

I just had a stainless random tech cat put on my '88 convertible. No noticable difference in sound or power, aside from eliminating problems caused by the old one clogging the exhaust. Got it for...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-28-2001, 07:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 709
Posted By deacon17

clutch noise

Just got my clutch replace but now it makes a whining noise whenever the pedal is not pushed in, whether the clutch is engaged or not. Does this sound like a simple adjustment problem or something...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-24-2001, 01:42 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 469
Posted By deacon17

Actually, the joke's on all of you--this was...

Actually, the joke's on all of you--this was actually a sneak preview of what the 35th Anniversary 2002 Camaro is going to be when unveiled at Carlisle this upcoming weekend. You can either get it...
Forum: Exhaust
06-21-2001, 07:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 308
Posted By deacon17

stock cat size?

What is the stock length and inlet/outlet for a converter on an '88 with 305 LB9?
Forum: Exhaust
06-19-2001, 04:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 358
Posted By deacon17

where to buy a good convertor?

Getting ready to replace the catalytic converter, heard that Summit sold Catco for $59 but didn't see that price on their site when I just looked. Anybody done some shopping lately and have any...
Forum: Body
06-15-2001, 02:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 497
Posted By deacon17

If it's a 5-speed, spray WD40 up under the knob,...

If it's a 5-speed, spray WD40 up under the knob, let it sit, then try it. If that doesn't work, put some heat on it with a hair dryer and try again.
Forum: Body
06-11-2001, 12:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,161
Posted By deacon17

Sorry, don't have measurements now but here are...

Sorry, don't have measurements now but here are some pics in case they help. I think the rears were between 13" and 14", and they started the same on the hood
...
Forum: Body
06-08-2001, 04:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,735
Posted By deacon17

I'd agree with most of these points. My...

I'd agree with most of these points. My convertible leaks if it pours which can be a problem as the floor boards will get wet and rust. I used it as a daily driver for 3 years and it was not what I...
Forum: History / Originality
06-06-2001, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 689
Posted By deacon17

88 iroc convertible--factory options #'s?

Any ballpark estimates on how many iroc convertibles were produced in '88 that had ALL the options available, including G92, interior package #3, leather, etc.? (1LE excluded)
Forum: Body
05-21-2001, 07:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 570
Posted By deacon17

I had mine painted 2 years ago and they said it...

I had mine painted 2 years ago and they said it was a discontinued piece that could no longer be ordered from the factory. The guy I dealt with seemed to know his stuff so I didn't look into it any...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-18-2001, 02:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 456
Posted By deacon17

Stripes: ...

Stripes:

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1411198&a=10551716&p=35865871&Sequence=0&res=high

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1411198&a=10551716&p=35866062&Sequence=0&res=high
Forum: History / Originality
05-08-2001, 06:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 949
Posted By deacon17

ChevyKen, convertibles are covered

ChevyKen, convertibles are covered
Forum: History / Originality
04-22-2001, 02:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 599
Posted By deacon17

I would follow Rob P's suggestion first and check...

I would follow Rob P's suggestion first and check out the ground attached to the rear pull down motor. I had the same problem after I got mine painted and they didn't replace the ground wire. The...
Forum: Body
04-22-2001, 02:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 400
Posted By deacon17

I avidly support the rit dye technique. Did the...

I avidly support the rit dye technique. Did the same on a black carpet after powerwashing it and running laundry detergent through it. So long as you can get a piece that is not worn through, I...
Forum: Body
04-19-2001, 03:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 342
Posted By deacon17

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1411198&a=10...

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1411198&a=10551716&p=35865871&Sequence=0&res=high

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1411198&a=10551716&p=35866062&Sequence=0&res=high
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-16-2001, 12:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 312
Posted By deacon17

Black stock convertible with a 305 and 5-speed? ...

Black stock convertible with a 305 and 5-speed? Not a '90 and not for sale, but still worth a look!


http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1411198&a=10551716&p=35866062&Sequence=0&res=high
...
Forum: Body
04-05-2001, 08:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 851
Posted By deacon17

Those are OK, I have had a pair for a while. ...

Those are OK, I have had a pair for a while. They don't stick well to the floor, though, as they are smooth on the bottom. Driver's side always gets jammed under the pedals.
Forum: Body
04-05-2001, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 413
Posted By deacon17

Could have been put in there after it came from...

Could have been put in there after it came from the factory. Maybe an outlet for a power source for something like a car phone.
Forum: History / Originality
04-03-2001, 02:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 342
Posted By deacon17

Try TA Creations also. I got black belts from...

Try TA Creations also. I got black belts from them this past summer with no problem.
Forum: Body
04-03-2001, 02:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 462
Posted By deacon17

Not sure exactly why it's shorting out on you . ...

Not sure exactly why it's shorting out on you . In case it helps, the wires go from the switch between the power window buttons on the center console back to behind the rear speaker panels. There,...
Forum: Body
04-02-2001, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 936
Posted By deacon17

Don't mess with dye on belts, it doesn't work. ...

Don't mess with dye on belts, it doesn't work. Better to dye the plastic receiver bit and have the webbing replaced by a place like the site above, which is simple for them to do and should not cost...
Forum: Body
03-27-2001, 06:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 493
Posted By deacon17

Spray WD-40 underneath it, let it sit awhile,...

Spray WD-40 underneath it, let it sit awhile, then use one of those rubber things you use to open jars for grip. Apply heat with a hairdryer to loosen it up if that doesn't work.

[This message...
Forum: Body
03-26-2001, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 393
Posted By deacon17

You can't dye them, it just runs right off the...

You can't dye them, it just runs right off the material. Check out this site:

www.ssnake-oyl.com (http://www.ssnake-oyl.com)

They can replace the webbing for you and you can dye the hard...
Forum: Body
03-23-2001, 05:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 249
Posted By deacon17

ebony leather seat prices-opinions?

Found a set ebony leather 2000TA seats in mint condition for $850 shipped. Yeah, I know they're tough to find, but that still seems like a steep price when you can get complete graphite or tan...
Forum: Body
03-23-2001, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 728
Posted By deacon17

For installing carpet, just take out all seats,...

For installing carpet, just take out all seats, rear interior panels, door sills, kick panels, seat belt receptacles, and center console (incl. radio). Console is the hardest part, but no other part...
Forum: History / Originality
03-22-2001, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 441
Posted By deacon17

Look in the "technical articles" section on the...

Look in the "technical articles" section on the main menu for the article on how to adjust window heighth. There's an adjustment bolt behind the door panel that controls the upstop. If your window...
Forum: Body
03-22-2001, 01:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By deacon17

Very nice. That's a good price, too. Is the...

Very nice. That's a good price, too. Is the rest of the interior black? Would be interested in seeing pics as I'm in the process of doing the same.

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'88 IROC convertible...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-22-2001, 01:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 649
Posted By deacon17

Try these links, they never work when I post...

Try these links, they never work when I post directly:

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1411198&a=10551716&p=35866062&Sequence=0&res=high
...
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