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Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-02-2024, 02:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 443
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Air pump noise

Thanks, Vader. I'll try removing the discharge line and see what happens. I'll also test the check valves to be sure they're flowing properly in only one direction. I suppose I could've gotten a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-01-2024, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 443
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Air pump noise

Thanks, guys!

TTOP350. It's in the carport of the home we recently bought. Hope to enclose it. We do live in the PNW so humidity is a given. Will try a fan underhood to create some airflow.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-01-2024, 02:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 443
Posted By kfairshon

Air pump noise

Installed a new air pump and check valves on my `85 IROC 5.0L TPI. Pump seems too noisy. I've attached a short vid. Any ideas as to why? Also having issues with the aluminum case oxidizing, as well...
Forum: Body
08-18-2023, 08:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 333
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Rear hatch trim question

Thank you!
Forum: Body
08-18-2023, 03:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 333
Posted By kfairshon

Rear hatch trim question

Quick question: Was the black paint on our hatch trims semi-gloss or satin from the factory?

Thanks!
Forum: Body
12-02-2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 860
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Rear hatch release solenoid source and/or part number needed

Thanks. Forgot to mention, mine doesn't have the motorized pull-down. Does that matter? It has just the remote switch on the console.
Forum: Body
11-30-2021, 04:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 860
Posted By kfairshon

Rear hatch release solenoid source and/or part number needed

Rear hatch release solenoid source and/or part number needed for 85 IROC. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thx!
Forum: Electronics
03-26-2020, 12:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 613
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Distributor ECM Connector/Harness Repair

TTOP350,

Yeah, that's exactly the part I'm having trouble finding. Unfortunately, we don't have any wrecking yards near us that deal with older vehicles.
Forum: Electronics
03-26-2020, 12:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 613
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Distributor ECM Connector/Harness Repair

Sofakingdom,

I appreciate your offer to "look around."

BTW, I didn't realize I was "complaining." I thought the whole idea behind the forums was to have a place where fellow "car guys" could...
Forum: Electronics
03-24-2020, 09:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 613
Posted By kfairshon

Distributor ECM Connector/Harness Repair

I've got an `85 IROC 5L TPI I'm working on. The internal distributor connections are toast. I need to replace the harness that connects the 7-pin control module to the harness that goes to the ECM. I...
Forum: TPI
12-02-2018, 07:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 372
Posted By kfairshon

TPI Throttle Body bolt finish?

Rebuilding my 85 IROC 5L TPI. What is the correct OEM finish for the TPI Throttle Body-to-Plenum bolts? Oiled? Black Oxide? Other?

Thanks much!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-31-2018, 11:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 321
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Wanted: 52mm OEM throttle body for 85 iroc 5.0L/305cid

thanks. I've been seeing 52 on everything. I would be interested in seeing pics of the oem if it's fully functional. how much for it, including shipping?

thanks much.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-31-2018, 05:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,499
Posted By kfairshon

Re: FS 52MM TPI BBK polish throttle body

Thanks. But as mentioned, I need an OEM original part. And I'm low-income, so I can't afford $175.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-31-2018, 05:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 321
Posted By kfairshon

Wanted: 52mm OEM throttle body for 85 iroc 5.0L/305cid

Correction to title: 48mm...

Must be reasonably priced, decent appearance and bolt-on ready. [I'm low-income disabled].\

Please include price & shipping to 98266.

Thanks much!

Have a...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-31-2018, 04:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 687
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Throttle Bodies & Plenums VERY NICE

Greetings fellow "third-genner!"

Do you still have the #2 throttle body? Is it still $50?

Might be interested in one of the plenums too, if you can cut me a deal on both.

So sorry to ask...
Forum: TPI
05-26-2018, 06:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 308
Posted By kfairshon

Re: 85 IROC 5L TPI Part numbers needed

Thanks, Drew. Much appreciated!
Forum: TPI
05-25-2018, 05:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 308
Posted By kfairshon

85 IROC 5L TPI Part numbers needed

Anyone have part number and/or source info for:

1: Nylon wiring clip that attaches to fuel rail near FPR [for EGR lead?]

2: Replacement protective cap for fuel pressure test connector

Any...
Forum: TPI
08-11-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,680
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Fuel injector retaining clips...

Just a quick update... Anyone looking for these injector clips, they are still available through O'Reily's under the Borg-Warner #28417. They are currently going for $1.39 each. However, I...
Forum: History / Originality
05-31-2016, 01:06 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 50,799
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Did they ever make a yellow IROC?

Thought I'd add mine to the thread. Bought as second owner in `94 w/72k on it. Has April 1984 manufacture date on door tag. Stock except for mechanical upgrades: Complete rebuild [Less than 1k]:...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-07-2013, 02:33 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 280
Posted By kfairshon

Heavy oil smoke on restart

OK guys, here's the deal. I have a freshly-rebuilt 5L TPI in my 85 IROC. It's been punched out 30 over, refitted with 1.94?/2.02 valves, rollers, dual roller timing gears/chain, fully blue-printed...
Forum: TPI
06-29-2011, 05:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,419
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Ideal Timing Stock 305 TPI

Starting from the stock 6-degree BTDC spec, advance the timing in two-degree intervals.

With each increase, place the engine "under load." Assuming it's an automatic trans, put it in low, or 1st...
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-05-2011, 09:51 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 9,815
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Codes 12, 33

Hey there, Scottysbird!,

Without specs on your bird (year, engine, etc.), I'll just make an off-handed suggestion. If your vehicle is equipped with a cold-start injector it could be faulty....
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-05-2011, 09:33 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 9,815
Posted By kfairshon

Re: Codes 12, 33

Hi all,

I've been reading through the thread and noticed the discussion re the MAF sensor. My 85 IROC has the original OEM MAF sensor with nearly 250k miles on it. When my MAF "went bad" I...
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