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Forum: Body
05-14-2011, 12:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 477
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: best way to go about fixing this

cut it out and weld in new metal is the best way anything else would be a bandaid that won't last long.
Forum: Brakes
05-14-2011, 12:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,019
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Brake experts. Any thoughts on this new offering from Wilwood

The few people i know who bought those calipers said you can't really tell any difference in them.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-13-2011, 01:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 928
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: How do I get these to fit?

Wheel adapters are like sleeping with a loaded gun in your mouth not a good idea.Even the cheap 2 inch spacers are a death wish too.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-13-2011, 01:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,152
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Wheel locks 87 Iroc

Or if you are cheap and lazy like me pretty much any car garage will have the tool to remove them easy.
Forum: Brakes
05-13-2011, 01:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: C5 Front brakes...Dedicated thread?

They sell billet hubs for 319 brackets for 95 bucks,The reason its that high is everything is brand new even the calipers.
Forum: Body
05-12-2011, 05:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,432
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Warped Hood....what is cost effective?

Small dents are easy anything over a fist size or softball its cheaper to just replace the hood.
Forum: Body
05-12-2011, 05:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,598
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Getting ready to start sanding down for paint, Tips/warnings?

Always use a sanding block the longer the better never you're bare hand.Always sand in a x pattern and watch the body lines most you can tape one edge sand it then tape the other edge and sand it.
Forum: Body
05-12-2011, 05:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 21,876
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: T-top conversion.....

Just search around the forum for t tops that leak or are rusted out under them.
Forum: Brakes
05-11-2011, 10:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,305
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: can i use two left hand 1LE calipers on the front of my car?

If the bleeder is not the highest point on the caliper getting air out of them will never happen.
Forum: Brakes
05-11-2011, 10:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,113
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: C5 Front brakes...Dedicated thread?

You can buy a full kit off http://www.kore3.com/products.php?cat=11 or just the hubs if you want.
Forum: Interior
05-11-2011, 10:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 739
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: i still cant figure out how to

On the defroster vents screws use a good magnetic screwdriver.
Forum: Interior
05-11-2011, 10:40 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,987
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Cupholder Idea?

Yeah they are kinda pricey but i like how it pops out tho.
Forum: Interior
05-11-2011, 07:09 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 26,987
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Cupholder Idea?

Anyone tried something like this http://www.extremeproducts.biz/custom-chgallery.html or http://www.thehoffmangroup.com/autoloc/product.lasso?prodinc=cupholder
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-11-2011, 07:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 928
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: How do I get these to fit?

They are saleen mustang rims.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-08-2011, 12:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,384
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Rear sidemarker, amber or clear, wherefrom?

email them and ask or look on ebay.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-07-2011, 11:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: are these even t/a rims?

I had 16s stock on a grand am in that style rim,14s was standard the se cars had 16s on the grand ams.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-07-2011, 09:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: are these even t/a rims?

See http://www.cargurus.com/Cars/Pictures-c10603-1987-Grand-Am.html
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-07-2011, 02:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 923
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: drifting mods?

There is no drift cage its a road racing cage.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-07-2011, 02:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,193
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: polishing and clearcoat

If you got the money get them powder coated clear it will last forever but isn't cheap.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-07-2011, 02:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,827
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: are these even t/a rims?

Those look like fwd rims to me,The trans am ones the center of the rim was sunk in more the fwd ones it was pushed out.Look at the rims...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-06-2011, 11:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 19,424
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: 3rd gen Cop cars

There is a black 92 camaro here its just a dare car tho.The oddest car they have here is a c4 corvette.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-06-2011, 11:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 689
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Polished Underhood Aluminum Upkeep?

Zoops seal is nice but kinda a pain to use but it last 6 months to a year on rims i have done it on.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-06-2011, 11:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,384
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Rear sidemarker, amber or clear, wherefrom?

These just say side markers http://www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/camarofirebird82-92clearsidemarkerlamppair.aspx
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-06-2011, 11:04 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 48,213
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Jegster Bolt-on subframe connectors

I wouldn't trust ramps seen a few break,If you haven't bought the sfc get a weld on set they are stronger then bolt on or weld in the bolt on ones.I would take it somewhere with a wheel lift and let...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
05-06-2011, 10:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,601
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: ZR1 tail light conversion bumper from sarona

The lenses are 100 bucks http://www.laureneng.com/New_Products.html and the panel he wants is cheaper at http://www.youngsfbody.com/inc/sdetail/356/32333
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-12-2010, 08:06 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,861
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Does Maaco paint deservie to be on my 84-Z?

There painter test was could you fill the gun and spray with it no real training to it.I got asked my first day what odd tools are these,It was my body dollies and spoons.If you do the prep and let...
Forum: Body
10-12-2010, 08:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,956
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Difference between 3rd & 4th Gen frames

I doubt the kit for a 3rd gen will fit anything other then a 3rd gen.The 4th gen the body is differently shaped.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-11-2010, 07:02 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,500
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Clear taillights for 3rd gens!

Looks like Klearz stop making them they are no longer on there website.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-11-2010, 06:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,861
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Does Maaco paint deservie to be on my 84-Z?

I use to work for them i wouldn't let them paint my lawn mower.There idea of sanding was a red 3m scrub pad and the paint used was 8 bucks a gallon at napa.The paint only came in 8 colors we mixed it...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-20-2010, 04:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 690
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Would it fit??

Good luck on finding one in a junkyard for a long time.Most of them will hit the insurance auction get rebuilt and sold again.
Forum: Power Adders
07-15-2010, 01:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 862
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Superharger... HELP ME!

Looks like a old diesel or boat blower me to.I would talk to http://www.blowerdriveservice.com/
Forum: Power Adders
07-15-2010, 01:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,393
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: AP1AP2 Turbo Kits

It was more then a leak the car smoked so bad you couldn't see it at a redlight.
Forum: Alternative Port EFI Intakes
07-15-2010, 01:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,765
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: sbc with lsx topend kit?

If anyone wants to watch it http://www.spike.com/full-episode/chevy-hybrid/38447 only reason i can see is you use oem small block mounts if put in a older car.For the price of the block i could just...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-15-2010, 12:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,277
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: To remove stripe kit or not?

I would leave the strips and iroc off but I'm a less is more kinda guy.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-15-2010, 12:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,825
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: 3rd wit Hood Pins Pic Thread

If you want to be different you could use mustang twist locks they should work.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-15-2010, 12:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 764
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Questions regarding 3rd brake light

I had a 87 regal i took my 3rd light out of it and never got stopped over it.If you really wanted to add one i would get the one in the spoiler so it looks cleaner.
Forum: Interior
07-13-2010, 10:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 537
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Dash console

Whats wrong with yours?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-13-2010, 10:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,267
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Turning a Firebird into a flying car

I like the show its two teams a real life budget and no hand outs.The hill climbing hearse's i liked i would drive something like that.But the flying car and supercar minivan was dumb to me.
Forum: Interior
07-12-2010, 05:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,173
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: 5th Gen Interior Swap ?

Yeah i have been to insurance auctions before most sell for more then i would pay for a wrecked car.Yeah the 5th gen is its own car look on ebay see if you can even find half the parts.
Forum: Power Adders
07-12-2010, 05:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,393
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: AP1AP2 Turbo Kits

I have ran a few turbos besides blowing a seal or two i never had a housing fail on me or anything bad enough to hurt the engine.But i never ran a cheap ebay turbo i don't trust a off brand.Even...
Forum: Interior
07-11-2010, 04:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,173
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: 5th Gen Interior Swap ?

I have yet to see a 5th gen hit the junkyard here i want the engine.
Forum: Interior
07-08-2010, 01:08 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,665
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: HAWKS 90-92 CAMARO AUTOMETER GAUGE KIT COMING SOONHi,

I'm just happy to see people are starting to make custom parts we all need and want.For a long time the 3rd gen was the ugly redheaded step child of the f body line but things are coming around for...
Forum: Power Adders
07-08-2010, 01:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,717
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Ebay turbo kit for camaro

Looks like another cheap ssautochrome kit sold by someone else.I would never buy a turbo kit off ebay if it sounds to good to be true it probably is.If you want a turbo have a trusted shop build you...
Forum: Power Adders
07-08-2010, 01:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,393
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: AP1AP2 Turbo Kits

Google glued together turbo you'll see a lot of forums and even some pictures of ebay turbos that have failed.
Forum: Interior
07-07-2010, 07:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,191
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: custom door panels

Have you talked to http://www.gsi-interiorss.com/category/f-body-door-panels/catId=3046657 he can make you anything custom you like also.
Forum: Power Adders
07-07-2010, 07:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,393
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: AP1AP2 Turbo Kits

I wouldn't trust his kit on my car the turbos don't list a brand so they probably are cheap china made glued together type.Pretty much everything to it don't give a brand and those manifolds look...
Forum: Power Adders
07-07-2010, 07:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,075
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: p1sc vs d1sc

Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall torque is how far you move the wall.I have seen some lifted diesel trucks even on mud tires run a low 12 high 11 which is fast as hell for there weight.And...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-01-2010, 07:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,798
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: Maco paint job?

I use to work for Maaco I wouldn't trust them to paint my lawnmower.We didn't sand the cars we scuffed them up with a red 3m scrub pad and used the cheapest napa paint which was 8 bucks a gallon back...
Forum: Interior
06-30-2010, 08:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,585
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: How to Paint interior pieces!?!?

Yeah i will only use SEM brand it sticks the best and won't fade over time.Most make the mistake when they dye not cleaning the piece enough.Soapy water and a good grease and wax remover has worked...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-29-2010, 09:12 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,572
Posted By andrewmp6

Re: VIS Racing *Carbon Fiber COWL Hood*

They are known for parts not fitting right and everything cf they sell is fiberglass with cf glued on for looks.
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