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Forum: Firebirds for Sale
08-26-2019, 06:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 846
Posted By Kevman

1987 Firebird Formula $2000 CAD

What I have here is a very clean 1987 Firebird Formula, I have every piece to re-assemble the car, I only lack free time.
I have a very clean Formula hood that it comes with, the car is very clean,...
Forum: History / Originality
02-11-2019, 07:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 702
Posted By Kevman

Re: Question of value - 1989 IROC 5.0 5 Speed

Trying to upload pictures, can't seem to get them off of my phone..

No major rust, the floor is solid, but oil sprayed, and has some surface rust here and there.
It does run, it does drive though...
Forum: History / Originality
02-08-2019, 06:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 702
Posted By Kevman

Question of value - 1989 IROC 5.0 5 Speed

Hey guys, my buddy is in over his head on a project, and wants to dump this car. I'm considering picking it up for my old man.
It's a 1989 IROC-Z, 5.0 TPI 5 Speed, G92 axle, and 4 wheel disk...
Forum: TPI
12-08-2018, 10:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 633
Posted By Kevman

Re: High pressure fuel line from tank

Any idea what I should use to go from that to -6 AN hose?
I've searched summit and Jegs, can't seem to find what I need.
Forum: Members Firebirds
12-03-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 646
Posted By Kevman

Re: Does anyone sans down to metal and prime and paint firebirds/ trans ams

A good friend of mine sent out his 66 Lincoln Continental for paint and body two years ago.. He brings the car back every spring because it keeps getting, almost a fog in the clear coat, and requires...
Forum: TPI
12-03-2018, 07:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 633
Posted By Kevman

High pressure fuel line from tank

Hey guys, I just put the TPI fuel pump in for my 5.3L project, it has a weird fitting on the pressure line coming from the sending unit, and I can't seem to find the replacement, I remember swapping...
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-25-2018, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 646
Posted By Kevman

Re: Does anyone sans down to metal and prime and paint firebirds/ trans ams

I've restored many cars, and I'm going to be completely honest with you.
A 30' paint job is around $5,000
a 10' is around $15,000.
If you want it to look good for 2 years, and keep it out of rain...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-29-2018, 02:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 763
Posted By Kevman

Re: My new 87 Formula WS6

I forgot I had posted this... Any ideas you could throw at me in where I'm going wrong, let me know. Just know I'm attempting to keep the first phase of this build under $8,000
Updates - Deleted...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-27-2018, 01:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 272
Posted By Kevman

WTB: T-5 World class

Hey, let me know what you've got. Looking for a T-5 world class, for rebuild. PM me!
Forum: Body
08-12-2018, 08:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 557
Posted By Kevman

1989 IROC on two post hoist

I've tried a few configurations, and can't seem to be able to get it in the air where the exhaust is on the passenger side, I stop before the section where the fender bolts on bends (I hate that.)
...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
04-06-2018, 09:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 966
Posted By Kevman

WTS 1987 Formula grey fabric seats

Front and rear, front sets are in good shape, there is two tears in the seams on the drivers seat, can be repaired.

The rear seats are mint, looks to never have been used, little bit of dirt from...
Forum: Brakes
04-02-2018, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,104
Posted By Kevman

AutoX car braking questions

1987 Formula - LS - Muncie 4 spd.

Front I was considering 13" C5 brakes, cross drilled, slotted with EBC pads.

Rear I purchased the 1le/LT1 backing plates from Fly N bye, so same as mentioned...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
03-07-2018, 07:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 688
Posted By Kevman

Re: Aeromotive rocks!

Can say same for me, mine left me stranded in the centre lane of a main road, called them up, they rushed me a brand new one to get me out cruising again, Great company to deal with.
Forum: Brakes
03-05-2018, 09:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,237
Posted By Kevman

Re: 87 10 Bolt rear with 91 Disk backing plate

That Fly N Bye performance is dangerous for my bank account.

For $84 USD I can get the kit for 1LE brakes, so I may sell the ones I have and go that way.

I also discovered they sell the hubs...
Forum: Brakes
03-04-2018, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,237
Posted By Kevman

Re: 87 10 Bolt rear with 91 Disk backing plate

Yes, I would be interested in selling them if I cannot after all use them. PM me, and I will dig them out of my shop.
Forum: Brakes
03-04-2018, 09:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,237
Posted By Kevman

Re: 87 10 Bolt rear with 91 Disk backing plate

Even though the 87 flange is for a drum?
Forum: Brakes
03-04-2018, 09:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,237
Posted By Kevman

87 10 Bolt rear with 91 Disk backing plate

Hey guys, I've tried searching, I have an 87 10 Bolt all rebuilt that came with my Formula, and over the years I've collected parts I knew would be difficult to find until I purchased another...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-01-2018, 10:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 763
Posted By Kevman

My new 87 Formula WS6

Hey folks, long time member, having had many Thirdgens over the years, I finally found the one I was looking for...
Now to throw an LS with a T56 and a small cage for some track days!
... And a ton...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-28-2018, 02:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By Kevman

Re: WTB Hardtop Camaro

1987 Formula WS6 hard top, it's just a roller, was a 305 TBI auto car.
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
02-26-2018, 11:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 570
Posted By Kevman

Re: WTB : Hardtop Firebird

Found one, delete plz.:driving:
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-26-2018, 11:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By Kevman

Re: WTB Hardtop Camaro

Found a southern car in Ontario, picking it up Thursday..

This ad can be deleted.
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-23-2018, 12:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By Kevman

Re: WTB Hardtop Camaro

Depends on the car, I've looked a few down there, 40-60% cheaper than here, and in way nicer shape.

My Charger for instance was a southern car, that had been brought to Michigan, all in, with...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-22-2018, 01:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By Kevman

Re: WTB Hardtop Camaro

Which is odd, because I would pay that gladly for something from down South, Kentucky, Texas, Georgia, wherever they don't use Salt.
Where are you from?
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-22-2018, 07:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By Kevman

Re: WTB Hardtop Camaro

Nice shape, Its a bit far, but a nice car all around.
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-21-2018, 03:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By Kevman

WTB Hardtop Camaro

82-92, Hard top, trim/engine/trans does not matter as I plan to turn it into a street/Trackday car. preferably rust free.
I'm in Windsor Ontario, so I'm close to Detroit/Windsor border.
LMK!
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-21-2018, 09:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 438
Posted By Kevman

WTB : Hardtop Camaro

Looking for a Camaro for a project, Trim/Engine/Trans does not matter, preferably rust free. Looking to turn it into a Street/Track day car.
Must be a hard top.
LMK!
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
02-21-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 593
Posted By Kevman

WTB : Hardtop Firebird

Looking for project car, engine/trans/trim does no matter, preferably rust free, would prefer a roller as I plan to turn it into a Street/Weekend track day car.
Has to be a hard top.
LMK!
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
02-21-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 570
Posted By Kevman

WTB : Hardtop Firebird

Looking for project car, engine/trans/trim does no matter, preferably rust free, would prefer a roller as I plan to turn it into a Street/Weekend track day car.
Has to be a hard top.
LMK!
Forum: History / Originality
06-05-2016, 10:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 967
Posted By Kevman

Re: Value of my 1987 IROC 5.7

I had it listed for $6500, had a guy who called last night very interested.. Still no bites, though.
A lot of people are turned off by the red leather, I think it looks great.
Forum: History / Originality
06-04-2016, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 967
Posted By Kevman

Value of my 1987 IROC 5.7

Hey guys, I'm looking to sell my IROC, as I have no room for it anymore, and it just sits.. It's a 1987 IROC-Z, 5.7L with T-tops.
It has a factory leather interior, with power driver's seat. It has...
Forum: Body
04-14-2016, 04:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,209
Posted By Kevman

Re: T-top weather strip issues with replacements

I looked at those, for the $411 from Summit with free shipping.. I couldn't pass up the SoffSeal.. And that was a complete kit. The body seal for the T-top was very nice to install, it all fit...
Forum: Body
04-14-2016, 01:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,209
Posted By Kevman

Re: T-top weather strip issues with replacements

I remember reading that somewhere on this forum before I bought them. Can't find the post now.. But I used all SoffSeal brand on my Charger, and it was all really nice stuff.

I'll try adjusting...
Forum: Interior
04-14-2016, 06:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Re: Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

I believe Carmine Red, it matches the existing carpet in the car.. Thank fully my car was stored indoors, so it's not faded.
Forum: Body
04-14-2016, 06:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,209
Posted By Kevman

Re: T-top weather strip issues with replacements

According to research Soff Seal made the factory ones back in the day..
Forum: Body
04-11-2016, 06:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,209
Posted By Kevman

Re: T-top weather strip issues with replacements

I replaced the t-top one, perhaps I have to move the plastic hold down tabs in a little bit. I used Soff-seal brand seals. The t-top cut out seals fit perfectly, but the windows refuse to fit into...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-09-2016, 11:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 408
Posted By Kevman

-1*C and still managed to get her out

My '87 has been sitting since October.. After re-doing all the weatherstrip, cleaning up some small rust spots inside the door, a few days of engine work, and a new heater core (Thank god.) I finally...
Forum: Body
04-08-2016, 07:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,209
Posted By Kevman

T-top weather strip issues with replacements

Hi guys, I recently redid all of the weatherstripping on my IROC

With the t-tops out, my windows fit perfectly on the rubber, but with the T's in, it pushes them out 3/8 of an inch toward the rear...
Forum: Interior
04-04-2016, 01:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Re: Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

Heres my old one, next to my new one...
Forum: Interior
04-03-2016, 11:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Re: Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

I'll post pics tomorrow, just going to say this for anyone buying new door panels.. Be patient.. Use a carpet knife.. and for the love of god.. Take your time.
Forum: Interior
04-01-2016, 05:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Re: Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

I will post side by side pics when I receive mine. I looked at Camaro Central, but I had read reviews on them, that I didn't really want to get involved with their site.
Forum: Interior
03-29-2016, 08:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Re: Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

It was $215 for the door panels, and around $150 for the uppers.
Shipping I think was $45, but I found a 10% off code using Google.
Forum: Interior
03-29-2016, 10:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Re: Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

I tried a few places, two local ones ($389 CAD + 13% sales tax), which was unreal.. I ended up buying them from Stock Interiors.com, I guess they have them made, and I paid $450 CAD with the upper...
Forum: Body
03-24-2016, 10:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,373
Posted By Kevman

Re: $2000 paint budget

Save another $2000, that will at least get a ten foot paint job.
:burnout:
Forum: Body
03-24-2016, 07:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 927
Posted By Kevman

Re: Re-doing weatherstripping '87 IROC

I used the 3m Weatherstrip adhesive, after recently doing the weatherstripping on my 72 Charger, I was sort of practiced at it..

I used masking tape to hold the seals back, the front fit nice, the...
Forum: Interior
03-22-2016, 04:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Re: Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

Red, like a bright red. Not the burgundy.
Similar to this one, but I have a red arm rest.

...
Forum: Interior
03-22-2016, 06:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,329
Posted By Kevman

Quality of Hawks replacement door panels

Hey guys, my IROC door panels are looking pretty rough, and some of the fabric is peeling.. Has anyone used the hawks velour replacement ones? Any issues?
Forum: Body
03-19-2016, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 927
Posted By Kevman

Re-doing weatherstripping '87 IROC

Anything I should do before I install the new seals on my T-tops?
I stripped off as much glue as I could, and used speedway 500 adhesive remover to get off the remaining bits of black stuff.. I also...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-10-2015, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 465
Posted By Kevman

Bump steering - Stock steering issues

Hey guys, 1987 IROC, 5.7, T-tops, pretty much stock.
My old mans '88 Iroc 'vert seems wicked tight on the road, yet might bounces, and bumps around wildly..

I'm fairly seasoned in redoing the...
Forum: TPI
10-18-2015, 10:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 453
Posted By Kevman

Planning some winter engine work - 1987 Iroc 5.7

Hey guys, long time member, don't post much these days.. Too many cars..

My '87 5.7 TPI Iroc, thought absolutely terrifyingly fast, has some issues.. The dreaded smoke on start up, which I have a...
Forum: Body
07-21-2015, 04:49 PM
Replies: 1,192
Views: 103,413
Posted By Kevman

Re: Did u have a Thirdgen in highschool?

I posted in here yeeeaaars ago when I was still in highschool..
That Kevin would be like.. Man.. you upgraded.. I had an '89 V6 5 speed Firebird, hard-top... With louvers.. I was cool back then..
...
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