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Forum: Body
04-20-2024, 01:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,490
Posted By knightfire

Re: How do fill my antenna hole in front fender

Doh! :doh:
Forum: Body
04-19-2024, 04:20 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,490
Posted By knightfire

Re: How do fill my antenna hole in front fender

It would take longer to read through this thread than to weld a small patch in.
Forum: V6
02-06-2024, 05:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 582
Posted By knightfire

Re: Thinking of buying 3rd gen V6 - have a few questions

Congrats on your purchase!!
Looking forward to pictures :thumbsup:
Forum: V6
02-05-2024, 10:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 582
Posted By knightfire

Re: Thinking of buying 3rd gen V6 - have a few questions

With a T-top car sitting outside for 4-5 years check the entire car for hidden rust with the finest tooth comb you can find.... So you know what you're getting into.
Check the floors, inner / outer...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-10-2022, 10:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,459
Posted By knightfire

Re: Mechanical clutch linkage

According to LG4TA, in an older post: https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/transmissions-drivetrain/263891-mk4-mk5-mk6.html

Mk4- 4 Cyl..
Mk5- 6 Cyl.
Mk6- 8 Cyl.

Likely different lengths and bends...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-08-2022, 09:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 499
Posted By knightfire

ACDelco Clutch hydraulics- Going to be gettin rare.

After 40-ish years have elapsed on our classic and "antique" vehicles, I seen that the AC Delco clutch hydraulics for our cars have gone on closeout status at Rockauto, so better get them while you...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-23-2022, 04:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,459
Posted By knightfire

Re: Mechanical clutch linkage

Mid to late 90's Mustangs have a cable clutch setup, I have one as a daily. It's smooth as glass and never had a problem with it.
As far as 3rd gens I had both, ('83 Firebird) mechanical and ('84...
Forum: Interior
04-24-2021, 08:33 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,000
Posted By knightfire

Re: 3D Printed Rear Trim Nuts - Gauging Interest

I replaced all my rear trim nuts with the Hawks version two years ago and none of them survived intact today. They all broke off where the large square connects to the threaded portion of the nut....
Forum: Brakes
03-07-2021, 07:05 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,429
Posted By knightfire

Re: Rear caliper repair kit 18019028

I bought two ACDELCO rebuilt calipers #18FR790 from Rockauto in 2018 during my resto.
Neither had the repair kit installed, nor did they work due that fact.
Bought a kit for a few dollars on ebay,...
Forum: Interior
02-13-2021, 07:10 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,000
Posted By knightfire

Re: 3D Printed Rear Trim Nuts - Gauging Interest

I purchased two sets, he is 100% professional and has fast shipping.
They look significantly more durable than the ones available commercially.
I'm impressed.

Once it warms up around here, I'll...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-18-2019, 02:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,008
Posted By knightfire

T-5 Transmission, What not to do.

Hey there, finished the restore of my 84' T/A a while back and now it has begun daily driving duty.
It has a rebuilt 350 out of a 72' Chevy pickup, bored .030 over, pretty much all stock for the...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-23-2019, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,835
Posted By knightfire

Re: Looking for 82-ish Steering Wheel

Found one... Thanks!
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-21-2019, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,835
Posted By knightfire

Looking for 82-ish Steering Wheel

I'm thinking about changing my plain T/A steering wheel to one that has the plastic aircraft style gauge fake screw center section.

Anyone have a real good condition early 3rd gen steering wheel...
Forum: Brakes
09-22-2018, 01:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 595
Posted By knightfire

Re: Rear brake line problem

Rockauto lists rear wheel cylinders for your car with either:

Metric thread 10 X 1.0MM line fitting
-or-
USA thread line fitting 3/ 8" X 24

Perhaps you have the incorrect one to match your...
Forum: History / Originality
04-11-2018, 08:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By knightfire

Re: Who's got old videos from the 1980s? Found this gem on YT and thought I'd share

Not Mine, but lots of camaros in 1988.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc9lw_NzTxk
Forum: TPI
09-28-2017, 10:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,478
Posted By knightfire

Re: Non Ethanol gas vs Ethanol lased gas

Used to have an old 70' f100 with a 390. Ran Ethanol in that and had hard hot starts and vapor lock problems in anything but cold weather. You could actually hear fuel boiling in the carb bowl. ...
Forum: Cooling
07-15-2017, 07:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,148
Posted By knightfire

Re: Classic Air Conditioning upgrade

Thank you. :goodjob:
Forum: Cooling
07-14-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,148
Posted By knightfire

Re: Classic Air Conditioning upgrade

Looks great! Got a link to the kit? I've been all over the two sites and not seeing a 'kit' for 3rd gens.

Are there any part numbers, parts list, or invoice you could post? I'm very...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-28-2017, 05:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,830
Posted By knightfire

Re: '84 Trans Am Lier Siegler Bucket Seats

Bump---> Anyone need these? I have both the front and split rear sets.

Cleaning out space in the Garage, So they Gotta' go.....
They will be going to the trash, so if anyone can use these,...
Forum: Electronics
05-11-2017, 09:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,541
Posted By knightfire

Re: Can't get hatch shocks to stop blowing rear defrost switches

From the factory, the rear defrost switch in the dash does not control the heating grid directly.

The switch only controls a timer / relay assembly with very little current. It is this timer...
Forum: History / Originality
04-10-2017, 09:06 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,115
Posted By knightfire

Re: What Restoration Parts Would You Like to See?

:thanks: Ordered them today....
Forum: Exhaust
03-20-2017, 09:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By knightfire

Re: What can i use to cap/block a wideband o2 bung?

02 sensors are thread size M18 X 1.5mm.

- You can use an old spark plug with the larger thread, that would fit.
- I suspect a hardware store would have an assortment of plugs to fit you needs....
Forum: Electronics
03-20-2017, 08:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,238
Posted By knightfire

Re: IGN Slot in fuse box not getting power

OrangeBird is correct. I would start by examining the ignition switch and it's connector. It's probably a bit toasty.

Beyond that the fuseable link that powers it. It should be coming off the...
Forum: History / Originality
03-05-2017, 07:56 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,115
Posted By knightfire

Re: What Restoration Parts Would You Like to See?

- Inner door panel bezels that surround the door handle and lock slider. All the used ones are heat warped or cracked.

- Original style radio / tape face plates.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-01-2017, 09:08 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,444
Posted By knightfire

Re: Identify my noise

Was all of the accessory drive belts taken off the engine in the last video?

I'm leaning towards the alternator bearings being the problem.
Forum: Brakes
12-17-2016, 05:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,490
Posted By knightfire

Re: Line Lock Install Question

Found this:

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/brakes/709843-wilwood-adjustable-proportioning-valve.html
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
12-09-2016, 06:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,830
Posted By knightfire

Re: '84 Trans Am Lier Siegler Bucket Seats

:thumbsup: I'll check it out Thanks...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-28-2016, 07:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,830
Posted By knightfire

Re: '84 Trans Am Lier Siegler Bucket Seats

Thanks for the offer, I have a black T/A with a tan interior, not sure grey would go with that too good....

I was hoping for either black or tan for used OEM replacements.

I'd take around...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-26-2016, 07:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,830
Posted By knightfire

Re: '84 Trans Am Lier Siegler Bucket Seats

Nope, kinda stuck here for the time being....
Forum: Car Audio
11-20-2016, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,585
Posted By knightfire

Re: Power Antenna

Found some old notes of mine about testing these things.

If you need to run the motor to check operation, this is how I connected mine up for testing when it was out of the car:

Down:
White...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
11-11-2016, 09:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 437
Posted By knightfire

Re: <<Found & Purchased>> 82-84 Dash Switches Wanted

I found the switches that I needed, thank you everyone for your help.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
11-10-2016, 08:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 437
Posted By knightfire

Re: 82-84 Dash Switches Wanted

Good looking car you have there. Nice that the switch is available, but yeah for $140 I think I can live without it.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
11-10-2016, 08:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 437
Posted By knightfire

Re: 82-84 Dash Switches Wanted

PM Sent
Forum: Car Audio
11-09-2016, 10:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,585
Posted By knightfire

Power Antenna

So I was restoring my power antenna...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-1105161537b_1cc56954cf466606e15930369733b1f4f54daa7a.jpg

I popped it open and found...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-09-2016, 09:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,830
Posted By knightfire

'84 Trans Am Lier Siegler Bucket Seats

UPDATED 5/28/17 See post #11


I have the original Lier Siegler front bucket seats out of my 1984 Trans Am available, if someone want them for their rarity. Have the rear too if that is...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
11-09-2016, 09:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 437
Posted By knightfire

<<Found & Purchased>> 82-84 Dash Switches Wanted

:waveman:
Looking to buy the subwoofer and hatch release dash switches for a 1984 Trans Am.

Shipping will be to 68502.
Forum: Electronics
10-29-2016, 08:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 488
Posted By knightfire

Re: Turn signals dont work while headlights are on

Your car should do the same thing with just the parking lights on.

9 times out of 10........

You have a bad or non existent ground connection on one or more of your turn signal light bulbs.
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-10-2016, 09:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 721
Posted By knightfire

Re: WC T5 Rebuild

These videos deal with the ford version of the T5, but they will give you mega info about what you want to do. I watched these and found them very interesting.....

Manual Transmissions, How they...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-14-2016, 08:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,173
Posted By knightfire

Re: Wheel Identity please help!

Found some information on the internet from http://www.gmtips.com/3rd-degree/dox/tips/wheels/wheel-dex.htm

According to this information, if they are 16x8 then they are from a 1986 Trans Am with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-18-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,803
Posted By knightfire

Re: Gasket cleaning with wire brushes

I once had a single wire bristle from a brush run thru a Pontiac oil pump, got stuck in the pressure relief valve and caused a little to no oil pressure condition. Do your best to get it all out of...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-01-2016, 08:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,337
Posted By knightfire

Re: Trying to remember/ID my wheels from 15 years ago

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/899x690/80-capture_62dc4ea4eb3148c24e431467937508ad7e4f9ecf.jpg
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2001, 04:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 361
Posted By knightfire

About had it

I need help with my '83 bird. When ever I drive it and warm it up to operating temperature for 15+ minutes, then shut off the engine, it wont start again for a long time. The starter drags and the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2001, 05:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 518
Posted By knightfire

Thank you for the replies..... I shall go hunt'n...

Thank you for the replies..... I shall go hunt'n birds at the local junk yard.

Andrew
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-27-2001, 05:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 518
Posted By knightfire

Electric Cooling fans

What year did Pontiac start installing electric cooling fans in the birds? Right now I'm running my stock belt driven fan, and would like to convert to electric from the junk yard or Summit. I did...
Forum: Carburetors
03-27-2001, 04:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By knightfire

Thnak you for the info five7kid, I really...

Thnak you for the info five7kid, I really apreciate it. Finally I have comfermed what that hose was.

Andrew
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-25-2001, 03:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By knightfire

Hey, thanks for the help. Actually when I got my...

Hey, thanks for the help. Actually when I got my parts car years ago, this 4-speed was an additional bonus. The guy asked me if I wanted it so he could clear out his garage. He went on to say that...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-24-2001, 04:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By knightfire

I really dont want to replace the whole Torque...

I really dont want to replace the whole Torque arm, Just want to get it mounted correctly and safely.

Andrew

------------------
1983 Firebird
327 bored .030
4-speed manual
Edelbrock...
Forum: Carburetors
03-24-2001, 04:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By knightfire

Fuel Pump

Ok so I was thinking the other day...
What exactly is the second (smaller) fuel line that goes to the mechanical fuel pump? I know that the big one carries fuel to the pump, so does the other one...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-22-2001, 03:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By knightfire

Torque Arm

Hi all,

I just replaced my T-5 tranny last night in my bird. A 4-speed manual from a newer T/A now resides underneith. I knew the T-5 was longer than the 4-speed, but I thought it was ok since I...
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