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Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-04-2021, 08:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,033
Posted By Caveman305

Re: The DashPad Factory

Question for those of you who have these, what do your front corners look like on the underside?

I ordered 2 of these for a better deal from the dash pad factory, top side of the dash is above...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-08-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

I'm baaaaaaack

I had inherited my dads 1996 F150(originally my Mom's fathers truck purchased new) a lot of time and money has gone into bringing that truck back to life and to be useable again,...
Forum: TBI
03-19-2018, 01:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,589
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Rattle Noise help!

i think the options are using a delete pulley, or replacing the pump. Both are about the same price.

might be able to remove the pump and use a smaller belt. Just have to make sure the water pump...
Forum: TPI
02-12-2018, 12:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,355
Posted By Caveman305

Re: 305 cranks, starts and stalls

clogged injectors or a bad vac leak are my bets.


out of curiosity have you done a compression test on the motor?
Forum: TPI
12-16-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 835
Posted By Caveman305

Re: 305 tpi won’t run

can almost guarantee you have clogged injectors

i had to replace the pump on my Iroc, once that was done i had plenty of pressure at the Rail but the car wouldnt fire, i could get it to fire up on...
Forum: Exhaust
05-02-2017, 06:49 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 92,401
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Looking for a catback? Start here!

Magnaflow has the sound you were looking for too, so still not a bad choice
Forum: Exhaust
04-29-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 92,401
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Looking for a catback? Start here!

the MAC I have is exactly what you are looking for, it's a good bit deeper than stock and not loud on a TBI. I'm sure if you put headers on your car it would be louder than mine. But it's not a bad...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
03-31-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,988
Posted By Caveman305

Re: find my blue car.

I know its been a few months on this thread but is this your old user profile?


https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=35656


if it is maybe look through old posts to see if you can...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
03-31-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 954
Posted By Caveman305

Re: It's been too long

biggest question is what would be your plan?


if you want to keep it easiest and cheapest way to make it into a fun little cruiser is to buy a 305 tpi motor and harness(with ECM) and swap it in....
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
03-02-2017, 09:04 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 16,383
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Maryland roll call!!

don't remember the last time I updated.


I'm in Newburg, MD


got an RS that won't die and an IROC that isn't under its own power yet(I've been extremely lazy)
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-17-2017, 11:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By Caveman305

Re: 89 RS 305 - What would you do?

I too would do the basics in just replacing parts that are probably long overdue. then drive it and enjoy it for what it is.


I Have an '89 RS identical to this one. I put an open element air...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-08-2016, 09:18 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,892
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Custom Third Gen T-Shirts

this is a Frank Watson shirt right?


I order all of my shirts and stickers through him


http://www.watsonstickers.com/
Forum: Electronics
06-29-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 19,525
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Need 89 IROC wiring diagram

9 times out of 10 this is a vats issue

check resistance value of your key and backprobe a resistor into the vats connector running down the steering column

its an easy and cheap test
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-11-2016, 06:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,471
Posted By Caveman305

Re: RARE RACING REAR END

Absolutely this is also a scenario that is probably true.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-10-2016, 02:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,471
Posted By Caveman305

Re: RARE RACING REAR END

some people confuse "factory installed" with "dealer installed"
the dana 44 was available over the counter

but, in this case it is most likely a 9 bolt as it was the factory rear, and the racing...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-16-2016, 08:45 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

well a new update has come finally

i was able to order a good amount of parts for the iroc

new flywheel, new clutch kit, new trans mount and a bunch of other small parts and gaskets that cost a...
Forum: Interior
02-24-2016, 10:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,622
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Never knew this was there...

on an '89 it is a "74" bulb

i used one of these and it works fine, as said very little light but it is noticeable and it adds ambiance to the interior ...
Forum: Members Camaros
02-13-2016, 01:02 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

mini update, in my quest to grow my knowledge of auto repair i had taken on the task of welding in new body panels on my cousin's truck.

i did not own a welder, so he purchased the crappiest HF...
Forum: Members Camaros
01-22-2016, 06:44 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

Thanks again Tim.



Well I was able to order a new heater control valve
and it came in today, currently getting hit with a ton of snow so install will be sometime after the snow stops lol
Forum: Exhaust
12-27-2015, 03:54 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 92,401
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Looking for a catback? Start here!

Third video down is my RS

I absolutely love the tone of the MAC catback, I will be swapping it onto my iroc in the future
Forum: Members Camaros
12-17-2015, 08:38 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

with a heavy heart I am here to update

Dad passed on Monday 12-14-15

on a bright note without going into a huge back story(this is a car forum and not a blog after all) Over the past couple of...
Forum: TPI
12-14-2015, 10:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 582
Posted By Caveman305

Re: fuel pumps

sorry to ask this, but I need more information before i respond

what have you done to narrow the issue down to the pump?

usually not holding pressure would mean leaking fuel injectors or a bad...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-25-2015, 03:52 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

thank you both
Forum: Members Camaros
11-23-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

still haven't been able to pick up a new heater control valve

also received bad news last night, my Dad has been diagnosed with Lung Cancer. already spread to his spine, but we are hopeful

i...
Forum: Interior
11-20-2015, 10:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,651
Posted By Caveman305

Re: removing a 89 IROC shift knob

the shift knobs on the autos are press fit, after removing the button, spring and retainer from the top of the knob, they have what looks like a heavy duty staple on the front(side facing front of...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-13-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

that's exactly what i'm talking about, i should have figured but oh well, it lead me to also realize the coolant hose that runs from it to the hard line on the frame rail needs replacing also...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-10-2015, 02:00 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

false alarm, i should have figured with as crusty as everything is on this car that the coolant diverter valve would break. the same thing happened on my RS years ago. i will pick one of those up and...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-05-2015, 07:49 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

picked up the throttle body bypass hose yesterday, i can finally get everything back together and run some coolant through this thing
Forum: Members Camaros
11-03-2015, 01:08 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

just personally i don't like the blisters on an IROC, i think they fit great on the 91-92 cars with the high rise and aero gfx.

for now the hood will go on the car as its better than having a big...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-01-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

well i feel a little silly :doh:

i was so hyped up to find a hood with blisters for $50 i didn't bother to actually look it over. the hood is an standard flat style hood that somebody cut holes...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-29-2015, 09:34 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

been waiting for the hose to come in, got a call yesterday from the part store, closest store with the hose i need is in new York and it will take 3-5 days(not including weekends) to get to the store...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-27-2015, 02:39 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

i couldn't let the Iroc run for long periods of time due to the fact the coolant hose that runs from the TB to the intake was rotted, i ended up ordering the bypass hose to run from the intake to the...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-27-2015, 10:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,103
Posted By Caveman305

Re: My first Camaro/New Member

Welcome! looks like a great car to start with
Forum: Members Camaros
10-24-2015, 03:09 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

:thumbsup: glad to hear it, sucks on the brake line though
Forum: Members Camaros
10-22-2015, 01:56 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

i realized i broke the links on the first and second page for the pictures, these are fixed now
Forum: Members Camaros
10-22-2015, 12:22 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

video of it running

http://vid947.photobucket.com/albums/ad313/Cavecock/1989%20IROC/0AF423F1-59C9-4AD6-9EDC-D989DB429FA4_zps9xmlaqgn.mp4

open Cat, vacuum leak, no belt so no accessories running
Forum: Members Camaros
10-22-2015, 08:22 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

:thanks:
i was thinking the same thing, it was originally listed for $100, its got some damage that was repaired with what looks like half an inch of bondo, ive got a stud welder so ill get it done...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-21-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

IT RUNS!!!!!!!!

Had to have some kind of blockage somewhere, I had pressure at the rails but the Schrader valve would only let out a little fuel.

Tonight I went out and verified 12 volts on...
Forum: Interior
10-21-2015, 06:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,708
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Crack in dash and not dash pad. Pic and it's ugly!!

Use a long flat putty knife or real panel clip tools to get the badge off without damage
Forum: Interior
10-20-2015, 01:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,708
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Crack in dash and not dash pad. Pic and it's ugly!!

yes, the dash badge is interchangeable
Forum: Members Camaros
10-20-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

Tags died in 2010, but it could have been sitting as long as 2008

i had thought the tank didn't have any gas in it, but after dropping it i found it had about 8 gallons of gas, and the stench was...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-19-2015, 07:56 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

As promised here are pictures of what the pump looked like when i pulled it out

also picked up a 91-92 z28 hood with blisters for $50, its rough but the car is being painted anyway and its in way...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-16-2015, 11:55 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

I went out and found my fuel pressure gauge. Pressure is spot on where it should be when the pump primes and holds strong until I relieve the pressure.

Either the injectors are not getting the...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-16-2015, 02:24 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

this is good news, I would at least like to get the car started before determining if it needs new injectors. although i have an uneasy feeling that the injectors are clogged after seeing what the...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-16-2015, 08:39 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

update, blew out all of the hard lines, the rubber lines connecting tank to body lines and the fuel filter have been replaced. put 5 gallons of gas in the tank and the fuel pump primes like it is...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-16-2015, 08:16 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

I completely understand when your body doesn't repair itself like it use to. my father is nearing 60 years old, he use to help me fix the Camaro when I was a teen, now I am the one fixing his...
Forum: Members Camaros
10-14-2015, 10:59 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 13,546
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Saving an 89' Iroc, RS Updates

painted the rear and freshened up the outside of the tank, also go the pump installed and tank back up in place.


I've done this a few times now, still can't figure out why an able bodied...
Forum: Body
10-08-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,136
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Turn Signal light covers cloudy

yup, take out old housings, install new housings, bulb sockets should twist right in to the new housings
Forum: Body
10-07-2015, 01:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,136
Posted By Caveman305

Re: Turn Signal light covers cloudy

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=89+camaro+turn+signal&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.X90+camaro+turn+signal.TRS0&_nkw=90+camaro+turn+signal&_sacat=0
Forum: Carburetors
10-07-2015, 08:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 956
Posted By Caveman305

Re: problem with fuel pump

:iagree: no return = dead pump
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