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Forum: Car Audio
03-22-2023, 08:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,228
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Berlinetta radio rebuild?

No, I'm afraid not. I actually haven't worked on mine for a few years. What's the problem with yours?
Forum: Interior
09-04-2019, 06:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,915
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Operation: New Overhead Console Flashlight

Valid point. It gets fairly hot up in that roof. Lets not discount rechargables because of a few over-hyped news stories, though. Those cells were made with Chinesium, cost over safety with those...
Forum: Interior
08-21-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,915
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Operation: New Overhead Console Flashlight

A couple ideas for the light;

Use the red section of the LEDs and add a blinking circuit to make a handy emergency flasher.

IIRC, there's a constant hot line for the map light. Instead of AA's,...
Forum: Interior
08-21-2019, 09:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,079
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: New Black carpet and Door panels

Any pics you can post?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-19-2019, 06:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,030
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: UPGRADED 9BOLT TO TORSEN STYLE POSI TLVL

Thanks for the info and sharing the pics! I didn't know about these carriers for the 9-bolt. I'll have to look into it.
Forum: Car Audio
06-03-2019, 04:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 56,671
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: How to add an auxiliary input on an original Delco unit ? SOLVED WITH DIAGRAM !

Wow, has it been that long....?! Yeah, sorry to say that was me. That was a real busy time of my life, no excuse tho. I'll do what I can to find the schematics and get them back to you if you still...
Forum: Members Camaros
06-03-2019, 04:04 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,839
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: 85 Berlinetta build.

Looks like you covered up the gas gauge that was just fixed. Will that panel get cut out? Good job on the car, keep the pics coming!
Forum: Car Audio
06-03-2019, 10:00 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 56,671
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: How to add an auxiliary input on an original Delco unit ? SOLVED WITH DIAGRAM !

Marcus,
I'll try looking for the schematics. In the mean time... It sounds like you have access to a scope and know how to use it. Have you tried to just monitor the outputs from the amplifer box....
Forum: Car Audio
06-01-2019, 11:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 56,671
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: How to add an auxiliary input on an original Delco unit ? SOLVED WITH DIAGRAM !

Marcus,
I had the schematic for the Berlinetta 'Pod' radio, not the regular radio installed in the dash, you put this in a thread for regular Delco radios.
I say had, because I haven't looked at it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-19-2015, 01:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,237
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Won't crank proper after a long drive (305 LG4)

PS.... if the commutators are very dirty, use a soft pink eraser to clean them. DO NOT scrape them, they are very soft and damage easily.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-19-2015, 12:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,237
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Won't crank proper after a long drive (305 LG4)

I would pull the starter and blow out the accumulated brush material between the commutators (the copper plates that the brushes come in contact with). When the material builds up, power is sent to...
Forum: Body
06-05-2015, 06:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,675
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: wheel well, black paint or undercoating?

Scott, thanks for the pics!
Forum: Carburetors
05-02-2015, 07:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 862
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: carb help.

I'm willing to bet that the diaphragm on the replacement pump is broken. Even if it was brand new, it's not unusual to get a bad one. A torn diaphragm allows fuel to leak directly into the crankcase....
Forum: Electronics
07-20-2011, 06:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: changed over digi dash and different mileage appears

I played with this some years ago. I remember an eight-pin IC on the back of the cluster that retains the mileage data. I think you can swap out the chips and change the data.
Forum: Electronics
07-20-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 482
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Digital Speed Cluster 85Berlinetta

It's set from the factory to do that. I've never heard of a way to remove it. I believe it's programmed in the cluster.
You could put the cluster in km/h to make it look faster :)
Forum: Body
07-02-2011, 06:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 442
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: hatch glass studs

Hawks Third Gen

http://www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/82-92camarofirebirdrearhatchhingebolt.aspx
Forum: Car Audio
07-06-2010, 05:04 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 56,671
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: How to add an auxiliary input on an original Delco unit ?

That setup works, but it's for connecting a stereo input device to an old mono AM radio. It is using the same technique that the eBay guys are using. This was my first thought on how to do it, but I...
Forum: Car Audio
07-04-2010, 01:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 56,671
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: How to add an auxiliary input on an original Delco unit ?

I've been looking into this since last fall for the radio in my '85 Berlinetta. It has the 'pod'-type radio.
I've been doing electronics repair for the last 25 years. Mostly computerized display...
Forum: Car Audio
06-30-2010, 05:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,228
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Berlinetta radio rebuild?

I got the mod to work last week. I ran a Zune thru it and it sounds fantastic! I've had a health issue come up that has kept me out of the garage, so I haven't been able to fully develop it yet. I...
Forum: Car Audio
06-30-2010, 05:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,134
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Show you berlinetta radio setup

I got the mod to work last week. I ran a Zune thru it and it sounds fantastic! I've had a health issue come up that has kept me out of the garage, so I haven't been able to fully develop it yet. I...
Forum: Electronics
06-16-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 899
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Code 42

I'm looking at the timeline for you posts. Is that right, the original problem was two years ago?
Forum: Body
06-13-2010, 12:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,830
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: why did i get bumps in my paint

I had the same problem when I was painting a set of wheels. The inside and outside were painted differently, so were masked. The area around the edge of the "spokes" would have bumps, exactly like...
Forum: Car Audio
06-02-2010, 10:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,228
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Berlinetta radio rebuild?

I'm looking into doing just that with my radio. I feel the same way; I like the unique character of the radio, and want to keep it, but want to hook my MP3 player to it.

I have the schematics...
Forum: Car Audio
06-02-2010, 09:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,198
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: berlinetta audio build questions

I've seen that housing mounted in a digital Berlinetta before and it looks good.
...
Forum: Car Audio
06-02-2010, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,134
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Show you berlinetta radio setup

There were two places that the cruise switch was mounted; at the very front of the console, where it starts to curve up just under the dash, and in the middle of the console where the window switches...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-31-2010, 04:50 PM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,483
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Attention all 9Bolt Owners! And board sponsors.

Absolutely! The whole reason for using a pre-load cover is to help increase the overall strength of the rear. The stud kit is well worth the cost.
Forum: Electronics
05-31-2010, 01:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 899
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Code 42

Have you tried pulling the PROM and running? What does a code 42 indicate?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-31-2010, 11:21 AM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,483
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Attention all 9Bolt Owners! And board sponsors.

Best to ask the cover manufacturer for the pre-load bolt torque. The '86 manual gives cover bolt torque as 30 ft-lb (41 N-m) and the bearing caps as 60 lb-ft (81 N-m). But these are for a 7-5/8"...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-31-2010, 10:01 AM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,483
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Attention all 9Bolt Owners! And board sponsors.

I disagree. A properly sized bolt will engage just as many threads as a stud. When the nut is tightened, it pulls and deforms the hole threads just as much as a bolt. The advantage is not having the...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-31-2010, 06:43 AM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,483
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Attention all 9Bolt Owners! And board sponsors.

Thats right, thanks for clearing that up. I thought he was asking about the preload studs. They are studs with a jam/lock nut.



What do you mean by twist?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-30-2010, 01:26 PM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,483
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Attention all 9Bolt Owners! And board sponsors.

It applies a slight pressure against the bearing caps, giving them extra support and keeping them from moving around during heavy loads. This movement can damage the gears, destroying the rear end.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-26-2010, 06:26 PM
Replies: 736
Views: 59,483
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Attention all 9Bolt Owners! And board sponsors.

According to Just Differentials eBay store:
...
Forum: Electronics
05-21-2010, 04:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,371
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: 85 Berlinetta digital dash problems

The last board.
Forum: Electronics
05-20-2010, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,371
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: 85 Berlinetta digital dash problems

My IP didn't work when I bought the car, also. All the vacuum fluorescent displays would not work, but the analog gauges did. It was the power supply board in the IP cluster. It's one of three...
Forum: Electronics
05-20-2010, 10:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 538
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Do electrical components corrode

If you HAVE to make sure your car won't break down, then replace everything with new, or buy a new car.

Any car as old as ours that haven't been fully restored are going to have problems here and...
Forum: Electronics
05-20-2010, 10:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 659
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Mysterious smoke and window problems

Can you take a picture of these relays?
Forum: Electronics
05-20-2010, 09:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,024
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: wiper motor

The cam inside the cover needs to be positioned correctly before the cover is replaced. I've snapped this cam off by not doing this. The attached was taken from the 1986 factory manual.

Look at...
Forum: Interior
05-16-2010, 02:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,268
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Power window switch smoking!????

Does the fuse get hot when using the window, or does it start heating up as soom as you plug it in?
Forum: Interior
05-15-2010, 11:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,024
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Whats easiest way to repair headliner?

If you're going to recover, make SURE you get all the old foam off. Trying to glue new liner to old foam is like trying to glue your hand to sand.
Forum: Interior
05-15-2010, 11:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,268
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Power window switch smoking!????

Sounds like a bad switch.

If the fuse gets hot when the harness is unplugged from the switch, there's a short in the harness.
If the switch is getting hot without using it, it's shorting....
Forum: Interior
05-15-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,882
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: My new steering wheel.

That looks really nice! Can you take a better pic? Later in the day when the sun goes down a bit. It looks like a different wheel than the one in the link, yours has a cover(?) over the exposed...
Forum: Body
05-15-2010, 08:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,133
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: well the weekend of getting it back in paint started

It's going to look great!



Do you have the stock black and grey interior? An all black interior with black seats with a matching orange insert would really make the interior. Check these...
Forum: Body
05-14-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 593
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Door Springs

Compress the spring in a vice and use some heavy wire to keep it compressed. Install the spring and snip the wire.
Forum: Body
05-14-2010, 09:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,133
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: well the weekend of getting it back in paint started

It's looking good so far! We gonna see a couple of white stripes? Black would be cool.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
05-11-2010, 12:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,115
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: NYC:88 Iroc convertible for sale

What are those pieces in the headlight buckets for? I don't think I've seen anything like them.
Forum: Body
05-07-2010, 10:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 30,720
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Front bumper Modification concept

That was the first thing I thought of .... don't shorten the bumper, extend the hood.



It's YOUR car, YOU drive it. Make it into what YOU want!
Whatever you do, good luck. Keep us updated.
Forum: Interior
05-05-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 71,343
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: air bag wheel to grant INSTALL, & column rebuild FAQ

I think you mean the lock plate. Here's what the 'store bought' remover looks like.
...
Forum: Interior
05-05-2010, 05:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,399
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: Seat Covers

Good stuff

www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/seatupholsterykits.aspx
Forum: Electronics
05-01-2010, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,882
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: how to wire msd7 ignition box to gm hei distributor

file:///C:/Documents%20and%20Settings/Temp/Desktop/MSD%207%20SERIES%20INSTALLATION%20INSTRUCTIONS.URL
Forum: Electronics
05-01-2010, 08:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 690
Posted By DaveBerlinetta

Re: runs like s(*&

Are you SURE that the plug wires are connected in the correct firing order? Check it again.
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