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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-16-2024, 06:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 265
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Sway bar link looks weird

It's best to install the endlinks with the suspension loaded and trimming the spacer and bolt so the eyes of the bar are at the right angle when bolted together.
Forum: Brakes
04-28-2024, 06:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 465
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: rear backing plate swap

On the homepage there is/was a tech section with a good writeup on how to do this swap. I've done it twice, it's actually pretty straightforward and simple if you have the tools. The drum brake...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-28-2024, 05:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 374
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Aftermarket suspension, c5 brakes, weight Jack's, koni, areomotive a1000, etc

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x901/20240428_144254_c193d28dadf75e132da09d04d2da13b1152624ae.jpg...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-27-2024, 09:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 374
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Aftermarket suspension, c5 brakes, weight Jack's, koni, areomotive a1000, etc

Location 08848 NJ

I have most of the front end parts from my 86 which need a new home, nothing wrong with any of them just changed the car drastically and can't use them anymore. Fuel system parts...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2024, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 300
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Smaller Wiper motor

Is there a fairly direct replacement wiper motor for these cars? Basically looking for something smaller or lower profile.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-10-2024, 07:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 341
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Narrow track width

Looks close, add some camber.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-22-2024, 06:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Weld S104 18X10 6.7 BS, how much 'love' required

I ran 6.813" of BS in the rear with a. 18x10.5. I used a 10mm spacer and some light hammering of the front lower wheel well, nothing major. Axle must he centered, might hang up the wheel on the bump...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
01-31-2024, 07:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 240
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Sweeting performance/powerbrakeservice.net

Do not buy from these guys, you won't receive anything.
Forum: Fabrication
01-09-2024, 07:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,002
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Firebird ugly mode headlight delete

There was this one I did years back

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/fabrication/619758-new-bird-flip-up.html

I might be trying something different when I get my 86 back together.
Forum: Brakes
01-03-2024, 06:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 451
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Which front brake hoses for LS1 brake swap?

If it helps, I used the 1le hoses for a c5 swap, they are a little longer which helps.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-22-2023, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 365
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Rear spring adjuster questions

I wouldn't move the axle side mount, if anything I'd change the control arms back to something tye correct length or verify that axle is at least where you need it to be and square with the chassis....
Forum: Body
12-13-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 283
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: RA1 hood?

Yeah that one.
Forum: Body
12-12-2023, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 283
Posted By //<86TA>\\

RA1 hood?

I was considering using the Ram air 1 style hood for my build but I cannot find it for sale anywhere anymore except from Duraflex, which is trash. Is this available elsewhere or is this hood not...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-10-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 201
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Fuel tank, trans am fenders.

I appreciate the offer and I will keep it in mind! Hoping for something closer.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
12-10-2023, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 261
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Trans am fenders

I need a good, clean pair of fenders, preferable from a trans am with the fender vents and the holes for the gfx. GTA fenders will also work if need be.

Western NJ, close to rt78 and PA.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-10-2023, 05:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 201
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Fuel tank, trans am fenders.

I'm looking for a good, clean, factory fuel tank, I do not need a sending unit.
Also looking for a clean pair of front fenders preferably a trans am with the fender vents and hole for GFX.


im...
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-10-2023, 09:33 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 9,434
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Help needed to update LS swap sticky

how does it look? Is it flexable, how does it hold up to heat? I need to redo my wiring.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-27-2023, 07:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 551
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: BMW RIM THAT FITS

That's what we call "fits" these days? Wrong offset, wrong bolt pattern and wrong hub bore....

Now that's tha.of the way, guys have been runnign BMW wheels for a long time. I had a set on my old...
Forum: Fabrication
11-11-2023, 06:11 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,737
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Verse in 3D modeling ?

This is very late to the party and I totally forgot until i was doing some cleaning the other day but I have a copy of the original Saginaw blueprints for the spindle if it's at all helpful here.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-11-2023, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 727
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: 89 Formula part out

Where in NJ?
I'm looking for a good fuel tank, maybe both front fenders, what's the hood?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-24-2023, 07:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 725
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: UMI Panhard Relocation Kit Install

Why does it need to be unloaded? OK, if it needs to he unloaded put the jackstands under the rear body side LCA mounts. Keep the jack stand under the diff so you can adjust its height if needed.
...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-20-2023, 08:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 732
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Help with front wheel alignment

The offset on those wheels look totally wrong, that's likely part of the issue.

No adjustment in the k member, but if the car hit a curb hard the rear control arm ears can break off or bend, worth...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-20-2023, 08:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 361
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Sway bar / Steering brace

speedway has a lot of cool stuff these days
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-20-2023, 08:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 725
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: UMI Panhard Relocation Kit Install

Block the wheels so it doesn't roll. Jack up the rear of the car by the center of the differential, put jackstands under the axle tubes.

Install new parts.

If the body and axle move side to...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
09-24-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 431
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Slick Fitment

You need more information about the wheels, but 3.5" of BS will put the wheel outside the wheel even on a typical 8" wide wheel. So at tye very least you may have tire contacting the wheel.opening...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-16-2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 697
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Koni 8741 1030 Sport

The "3rd gen" rear koni yellow are off car adjustable, need to be compressed to adjust. These are monotube. The "4th gen" ones are in can adjustable, just like the front Koni sports, and are twin...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-12-2023, 07:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 697
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Koni 8741 1030 Sport

I only have the front koni sports.
I have J&M hotpart strut mounts, ground control front weight jacks, 1st style UMI lower control arms, complete c5 z06 front brake swap and spindles, adjustable...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-11-2023, 07:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 697
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Koni 8741 1030 Sport

There was a koni red, long discontinued. The yellow was the far superior piece, don't settle for less.

FWIW I have a set of yellows for sale in NJ and a pile of other front end performance goodies.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-11-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 432
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: For those running lots of caster…

You shouldn't have to be setting the strut mount that far back to achieve 5 degrees unless something else is messed up.

As for a fix, I doubt flattening a small.portion of that lip will do much. ...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-10-2023, 08:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 681
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: UMI Rotojoint Rear LCA

It will probably ride better. Poly is a terrible choice for the rear arms, and for most things for that matter.
I had the rotojoints on my 92 for years and was very happy with them.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-03-2023, 01:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 795
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Motor mount material

I had poly on the car since 07 or so, only complaint was that it raised the engine which, for me, caused a couple small problems.

I appreciate the feedback, I'm probably going to just use rubber...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-12-2023, 09:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 747
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut mount deletes?

that's a good link, thanks. Im actually trying to keep the modifications in such a way that you could go back to "stock" without having to cut anything back out.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-07-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 328
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Big Brake Kit

I have a c5 front brake setup, complete in NJ if you are interested. Used and not perfect but complete and working.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-28-2023, 05:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 747
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut mount deletes?

My lower is kinda similar to a 4th gens layout, the upper won't be as high, it's mounting basically inside the "frame" right above the k member pocket. The spindle I'm using is a fabricated version...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-26-2023, 05:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 747
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut mount deletes?

I'm building a new front end with upper and lower control arms. I need the strut plates to obviously fill the holes but also as a hard point to mount the coilover and STB.
I'll post some pictures...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-26-2023, 05:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 747
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut mount deletes?

I saw your thread, you did a wonderful job on the car.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-23-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,132
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut to spindle bolt size?

I didn't know you were a sponsor here, though honestly I haven't been active in a while. You guys have a lot of good stuff, ive ordered a few things from you online recently and will be back for...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-23-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 747
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut mount deletes?

For the record, Spohn is setting me up with these. Solid people over there.
Forum: Fabrication
07-10-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,737
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Verse in 3D modeling ?

I know this was covered briefly already, but absolutly look to move the steering arm. Shorter and move the tie rod connection outboard to help correct Akerman. Raising the location of the hub...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-09-2023, 07:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,132
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut to spindle bolt size?

16mm x 75 grade 10.9. Don't know the thread pitch
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-09-2023, 04:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,132
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Strut to spindle bolt size?

Are you missing the factory ones? I know a few vendors here sold new replacements but the original bolts seemed more reliable. There were threads here a while ago about the new bolts breaking...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-09-2023, 04:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 747
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Strut mount deletes?

This is a super long shot but do anyone know of, or any vendors reading this offer, delete plates for the strut tower openings? I can make my own but I'm trying to save time.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-09-2023, 12:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 795
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Motor mount material

It's been a while since I was active, not sure where everyone here is on their opinions and experiences with different motor mounts.
What's the better material these days? What's the best go-to for...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-02-2023, 12:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,865
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Front Wheel Bearing Spacers

Kore3 made me a set of custom 7071 aluminum hubs years ago, probably 2011-12 and included the solid setup spacers for the bearings. The benefit, aside from some extra rigidity, is that once setup,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-02-2022, 05:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,862
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Trick Chassis 9 Inch Clash

It's a similar design to Moser. The top bolt hits the floor. It will "clearance" itself and we move on.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-13-2022, 10:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 521
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: J&M Hotpart vs Founders

AFAIK, they are thebsame company.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-13-2022, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 472
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Can't tell if I have a stock rear end HELP!!!!

Without knowing what wheels are on the car it's hard to say.

Just looking at it, assuming factory wheels or similar specs, the car has a 4th gen rear.
Forum: Members Camaros
02-13-2022, 10:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 364
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: Help I'm lost

What fuel pump. Sounds like pressure is way to high and it's pushing past the needle seat.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-29-2022, 09:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 54,237
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: BMW wheel bolt pattern/PCD correction, 120mm to 120.65mm

Suprised to see this one dug up again.

Doesn't make a huge difference, they make hubcentric rings to convert either one.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-10-2021, 11:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 717
Posted By //<86TA>\\

Re: 9in Center Member limited slip

It's probably a Detroit locker as is apparently a stock car takeoff. It's probably also a stupid low gear, so it may not be very useful to you.
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