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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-14-2019, 08:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,596
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Get out your ******s

hell yeah brother. That big block is weak tho. Sounds like they have a different engine coming for it
Forum: Mid-West Region
08-12-2019, 09:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,792
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: All Pontiac car show in Pontiac, IL Sept 22

ill take my pile up there
Forum: Body
04-26-2019, 03:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,641
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: worst firebird ever??

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-DT840M2-8
Forum: Body
04-26-2019, 12:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,641
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: worst firebird ever??

well, w66, pretty sure that means formula. Guess its a slightly more desirable pos
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Forum: Body
04-25-2019, 09:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,641
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: worst firebird ever??

Dont think its a formula with the lo3 tbi in it.
Forum: Body
04-25-2019, 09:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,641
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: worst firebird ever??

Ive welded enough material in to be sturdy. Not pretty by any means, but safe non the less
Forum: Body
04-25-2019, 07:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,641
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: worst firebird ever??

ehh, what the hell, i throw in some pics of the external "rust repair". And yes, i know it wont last long, but guess what the car is garbage anyway hahahaha The old foam and kitty scratch over a...
Forum: Body
04-25-2019, 07:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,641
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: worst firebird ever??

So I wont bother posting pics of how i "fixed" the rear end, (because i know how that'll go) but i will say about 2 spools of .030 wire was burnt up in the process, and its plenty solid now.

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Forum: Body
04-25-2019, 06:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,641
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

worst firebird ever??

So i recently bought a 91 firebird after a late night marketplace browsing. The owner was asking 900 and after some haggling i was able to get it cheap. I wont say how cheap, but ive spent more on...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2017, 11:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 402
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Fuel pump questions

Get a walbro 255. Factory pumps and any kind of aftermarket pump is garbage, might as well just get a good one and be done.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-04-2017, 10:09 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,701
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: what is it?

hahahahahahaha
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-04-2017, 09:46 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,701
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: what is it?

lol selling it
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
06-04-2017, 07:47 PM
Replies: 3
[IL] 1988 gta
Views: 2,787
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

1988 gta

88 Firebird trans am gta 5.7 hard top auto. Really nice driver, nice paint, runs and drives fantastic. 93xxx miles. New tires. It has headers, and a shift kit. Clean title. Problems are as follows,...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-24-2017, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: just another gta

its def not getting a camaro nose lol and the wing is an aftermarket fiberglass job
Forum: Body
05-24-2017, 07:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,114
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Project Turd Gen - '88 IROC build

If i were you id just take the front clip and interior of your car and put it on mine and have a decent car.
Forum: Body
05-24-2017, 07:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,114
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Project Turd Gen - '88 IROC build

well, its a parts car of mine. The driveline is solid. The rear lower 1/4s will need some love and the drivers side front floor board needs a patch. i have a good set of iroc tailights for it and i...
Forum: Body
05-23-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,114
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Project Turd Gen - '88 IROC build

noticed your in indy, im only 2.5hrs from you and i can make you a killer deal on a 88 iroc. Its missing all of the interior and front clip/doors, but it has a fairly clean and more importantly, a...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-22-2017, 09:01 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 16,726
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Chucks 87 GTA

its a vacuum canister. Its purpose is to store vacuum so anything vacuum operated (like the hvac, cruise, ect) can work smoothly. It is needed for perfect operation of said components, with that...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-21-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

just another gta

So i picked up this 88 gta. 92k miles, fully loaded l98 auto. Its been sitting for quite a while so its gonna need some attention.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-20-2017, 12:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,701
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: what is it?

Picked up another car this afternoon.........

Just another illinois beater eh? :lmao:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2017, 05:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 902
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: camshaft suggestions

sorry for the missing info. Im using a set of old style "double hump" heads. i know they arent very good, but its what i have currently. As far as intened use, its just a weekend cruiser. Car shows,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-16-2017, 06:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,657
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: After 3 years in storage, Wont start

well, id start with the basics. Id hope you checked the vital fluids before turning it over, so the fisrt place to start would be spark fuel and air. Im guessing its still equipped with tbi...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-15-2017, 09:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 902
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: camshaft suggestions

factory flat tappet
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-15-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 902
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

camshaft suggestions

So ill give some info first. I have a bone stock #3970010 engine. Ive got a victor jr intake, a demon #1282010 650cfm carburetor, And a cheap set of pacesetter headers. Before i put the engine in my...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-08-2017, 10:49 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,127
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bud's 86 IROC Z Build

i visit bloomington quite often. Im just north of you in flanagan.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-04-2017, 10:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,701
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: what is it?

It was an idea ive had for quite a while and the firebird is a piece or crap so i figured it would give people a laugh lol. Anyone wanna buy a 91 firebird nose? lol
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-03-2017, 08:20 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,701
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

what is it?

Tell me what it is?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-17-2014, 08:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,149
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Edlebrock Headers and ypipe

How much?
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-15-2014, 10:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,224
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bringing my 87' GTA back to life

[QUOTE=DD9TransAmGTA;5777484]So heres more pics of all the ground effects and mirrors off. Also took the t top bar off today. Windshield is coming out next
http://i59.tinypic.com/vg4vva.jpg...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-10-2014, 09:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,887
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: My build thread part two

I forgot to update this thread with an update of what happened to this car. Sadly it was totaled in the late fall tornado's that came through Illinois. Ill upload a pic for your viewing displeasure. ...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-10-2014, 09:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,159
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: 88 gta lost and forgotten about

I figured i would update this dead thread lol, i ended up selling the car to an older couple a couple hours south of me who planned on having the car freshened up in order to give it to their...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-09-2014, 09:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,224
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bringing my 87' GTA back to life

looks like a well optioned car. Cant wait to see more progress. What are the specs on the ls you have?
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-09-2014, 08:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

Thanks guys!!

did a little wet sanding and buffing on the pass side 1/4 and door today.....

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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-08-2014, 07:56 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,677
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Took the '89 out for some exercise....

Looks amazing!! I wish more people would have ordered cars without the graphics. What kind of tires are those? They have an exotic tread pattern.
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-05-2014, 10:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

it was on CL for a while. it was on the western il cl listed for 1600 i believe
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-05-2014, 08:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

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Forum: Members Firebirds
06-05-2014, 08:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

Thanks!
and yes, ill sand and buff the clear once it is good and hard.
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-05-2014, 08:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

Got the whole car cleared today. turned out good, minimal runs and average orange peel.

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo119/76blazer/IMG_20140605_181332_zpsc27359e4.jpg...
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-04-2014, 09:49 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,116
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Project Cammie: '88 Formula 350

i would definitely be willing to help out whenever possible. If you feel like making a trip this way sometime, we can break out the d/a sanders and giver hell.
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-03-2014, 07:50 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

and thats dry to the touch lol pretty glossy
Forum: Members Firebirds
06-03-2014, 07:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

I decided i would experiment on my 1/4 panel with some clear, decided im going to shoot the whole car with some "acme finish 1 ultimate overall clear coat"

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Forum: Third Gen Fest '15
05-24-2014, 11:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,977
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

2014 pictures

Just a few random pics off my cell phone

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Forum: Members Firebirds
05-22-2014, 10:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

i just wont bump anything.......... lol but seriously, i don't care if it cracks on the bumper if i bump something, after all it is a "bumper". But you bring up and interesting point, the guy i...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-22-2014, 08:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

few pics after washing the road grime off today.....

335595 (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/76blazer/media/IMG_20140521_201724_zps2ba33032.jpg.html)
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Forum: Members Firebirds
05-22-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

when i sprayed it i used a 4:1:15% mixture, 4 parts paint, 1 part hardner, 15% reducer.
Forum: Carburetors
05-21-2014, 10:21 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 3,962
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: desprate need of help

post a video of it running
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-21-2014, 09:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

ohhh ok, lol thanks for the definition
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-21-2014, 08:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

what does burn green paint?
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-21-2014, 06:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

ok, thanks for the info, guess ill wait a while lol
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-21-2014, 06:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,157
Posted By 1986 iroc z28

Re: Bondo and rustoleum

would the paint not being 100% cured yet make it hard to polish? how much longer should i wait? Also ive got a nice high speed buffer already, its just not bringing the deep shine back.
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