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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-02-2020, 06:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 915
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: SFC with T56/ general SFC questions

There won't be any issues using outer SFCs with a T56. I have inners and a T56 with Hawks crossmember in my Firebird. When installing the SFCs, I concluded that the Hawks crossmember would not work...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-24-2018, 07:33 AM
Replies: 8
[AL] Brackets
Views: 569
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Brackets

Further north in Athens area but I also have a parts car(s) you could pick off of.
Forum: Engine Swap
08-06-2018, 07:23 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 10,677
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Fasteddi sbc to merlin 509 swap

Just curious why you think it's the fuel pump? Is it not responding to bigger jets?
Forum: Body
07-28-2018, 07:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,570
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: No ground effects/body kit cars

Here's mine.
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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-01-2018, 04:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 28,539
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Vogtland Spring Install

Updated heights.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-01-2018, 04:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,891
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Fender Height: What's Yours?

I'm running Vogtland springs and 275/40R17 BFG Sport Comp 2 tires currently. My fender heights are as follows:
DF: 26.125" DR: 26.25"
PF: 26.5" PR: 26.5"


You can see in my install thread...
Forum: Interior
06-25-2018, 07:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,668
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Sagging ABS Plastic Headliner

I have a hardtop ABS headliner and have the sagging problems described here. I hope you have better luck than myself, but for me the velcro solution did not work. It stuck good to everything until...
Forum: South East Region
06-21-2018, 09:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Third Gens on 2018 Power Tour

My cars were the blue Firebird and the crusty red TA.
Forum: South East Region
06-21-2018, 06:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Third Gens on 2018 Power Tour

I long hauled it in the 87 and my dad drove my 89 for the first two days. I took nearly 1000 pictures in the process. Here's a link to an album with all the third gen pics I had.


Looks like I...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-18-2018, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,573
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

A couple I thought were cool. My car at Atlanta Motor Speedway and Darlington Raceway while on the Power Tour last week. The Atlanta picture was actually taken by the Hot Rod staff.


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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-28-2018, 10:07 PM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,573
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/X1SjmBZlYicL09bez7tJWZwGQM5pzi97ApWxaU5tU1g-Gz-5KkAI9NoEL7-BHR7JOStyNMZfk9Ty_4r043Hv1scjSJmvTt_NTvXepy3mblCXT7JydXWfXm1KQCeHFVb3L8Zb52BoQI0NDTFpzKDno8xgzGgVO2RbywPmCn...
Forum: South East Region
04-27-2018, 01:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 491
Posted By 87v6Bird

Car Show, Athens AL, 4-28-18

I'm probably a little late posting this but tomorrow 04-28-18 there will be a car show around the Athens, AL courthouse. "Cars On The Square". It's generally a good time with a pretty good turnout....
Forum: History / Originality
04-25-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 15,169
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: The Resurrection of "Nellie"

Glad to see she's still serving you well. Hopefully you've finally found the root of the problem!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-03-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,848
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Guys w t56 and short stick please come in

I bought a Hawks shifter that came with the shortened stick like you have. I also thought the shift ball was too close to the console after installation. My guess is that there is a difference in the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-08-2018, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,610
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: T56 6-SPEED BILLET SHORT THROW SHIFTERS

I have one installed on my car. My review is actually the one they have posted haha.
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Forum: Electronics
02-22-2018, 07:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 516
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: no instrument panel lights - '88 Trans Am

I had a similar problem once. The dimmer control on the dash isn't what's actually controlling the brightness of the dash lights. The dash switch connects to the part John in RI posted which is under...
Forum: South East Region
02-19-2018, 08:04 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,719
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Southeast Third Gen Gathering

I'm interested
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
02-14-2018, 08:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,706
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Anyone running a 3rd gen in 24 hrs Lemons series?

I just recently participated in the Lemons Race at Barber Motorsports Park in AL. My team ran a Porsche 944. There was one third gen competing although you wouldn't know it from looking haha.
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Forum: DIY PROM
11-14-2017, 09:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,257
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Has anyone successfully assembled $6E?

I find this very interesting.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-26-2017, 10:46 AM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,573
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

Curious where this show was? Do you ever make any appearances more Athens' way?
Forum: Interior
10-21-2017, 07:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,103
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: What paint matches dark gray interior panels?

Bringing this back from the dead. It's been a year but I finally got around to removing the trim piece and painting it. The match is extremely good!

Couple of compare pics where it meets the side...
Forum: Interior
10-20-2017, 07:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,317
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: To Dynamat or not to Dynamat.....

A few pictures of the deadening materials I've put in my cars. As others have noted, you don't need so much coverage with the Dynamat. I didn't know better at the time. Hope they show for everyone.
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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-14-2017, 08:24 PM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,573
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1440x810/80-snapchat_368090124_3dc6ab2c6a645a6895ed1a93fdef3a5bb73e6b60.jpg
My brother and I. Sportsplex Car Show Athens, AL.

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Forum: Interior
10-12-2017, 07:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,317
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: To Dynamat or not to Dynamat.....

On both my cars, I have a layer of the foil-backed rubber Dynamat topped by a layer of Dynapad (which is a multilayer foam) with the mass backing on my carpet. It's definitely a tighter fit to get...
Forum: DIY PROM
10-09-2017, 01:31 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 23,047
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Bosch III injectors are NOT interchangeable w/o tuning

I'm sorry. I got this backwards in my post. I was lean. Can't think and type at the same time. Edited to avoid further confusion.

Reduced injector constant results in the ECU holding the injector...
Forum: DIY PROM
10-09-2017, 12:49 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 23,047
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Bosch III injectors are NOT interchangeable w/o tuning

Just as another data point. I'm not a tuning expert. I'm currently tuning my 305 TA using $6E in a 165 ECM.

My Multecs began crapping out one by one so I swapped in a set of South Bay D3 19lb 305...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-24-2017, 07:43 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 16,642
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: My Dragweek 2017 Chronicles

I, for one, am enjoying following along here. I don't utilize any social media and really hate to see the affect they're having on the various forums I'm a member of. I don't feel they convey...
Forum: Car Audio
07-21-2017, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,098
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: 80s Delco only playing out of one speaker

No problem. Just make sure you take pictures before you desolder anything. The polarity is important on caps and I nearly messed that up. :idiot:
Forum: Car Audio
07-20-2017, 09:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,098
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: 80s Delco only playing out of one speaker

https://www.a-body.net/forums/showthread.php?4761-Delco-Radio-Repair-Right-Channel-out-static-thumping-noise

It's most likely the caps as detailed in that post. I fixed the radio in my TA by...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-30-2017, 07:10 AM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,573
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

Cars On The Square, Athens, AL 4-29-17

The only third gen in the ENTIRE show. :eek:
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Forum: Interior
03-01-2017, 10:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,616
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: DIY Firebird stereo bezel plotting

Ahh cool. I modeled and printed a 2 guage panel for my SC300 recently when I went from the factory 2.5 DIN to single DIN.

Hope you get something cool figured out.
Forum: Interior
03-01-2017, 07:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,616
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: DIY Firebird stereo bezel plotting

I'll also add that I've installed an Android single din head unit with a 7" screen. I'm using it with ALDLdroid as a datalogger/tuner. That's my guess to what you're trying to do Vanilla Ice.
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Forum: Interior
03-01-2017, 07:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,616
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: DIY Firebird stereo bezel plotting

You might want to check this out.

http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1353274

I've never printed it but it looks good. He's a member on here.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2017, 07:22 AM
Replies: 336
Views: 112,359
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: 383 GEN I SBC Build. 500HP goal... (Can I retain the TPI Intake?)

Another lurker here who was waiting on updates.
Forum: DIY PROM
10-17-2016, 06:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,535
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Using Innovate LC-1/LC-2 to Simulate NBo2

I'm using an AEM UEGO and not an Innovate gauge but I will say that I have not noticed any issues as I tune my 89. AEM doesn't give any details that I'm aware of on how often they update their analog...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-08-2016, 08:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 615
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Quicktrick PRO alignment system

What's shipping to 35647 looking like?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2016, 10:09 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 13,441
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: You'll cringe when you read this...

Regarding your OEM radio, more than likely some capacitors have failed in it. If you were to want to repair it, I followed this thread to fix the radio in my 89 TA.
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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-19-2016, 06:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,182
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Vogtland spring rates? Comfortable ride?

Glad to know the differences weren't all in my head haha
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-17-2016, 10:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,182
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Vogtland spring rates? Comfortable ride?

We've got duplicate threads going haha. I'll post here as well since you never know what someone might find in a search.

Comparing my two cars, the 87 (Vogtlands) definitely handles better and...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-17-2016, 10:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 28,539
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Vogtland Spring Install

If I remember correctly, the Vogtlands were actually taller uncompressed than the stock rear springs. I'm pretty sure I put mine in before I bolted up my shocks. I used the factory spring isolators....
Forum: History / Originality
09-17-2016, 10:21 PM
Replies: 505
Views: 34,768
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: 88 GTA: Now it's Dad's turn

Had the same type of failure on my T56. It was a Ram clutch disc. It happened all at once for me though went to shift from one gear to another and it wouldn't come out of gear. Took me a while to...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-17-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 28,539
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Vogtland Spring Install

Revisiting this since I answered it in another thread as well. I stand by my feeling that the Vogtlands may be a little softer in the front while stiffer in the rear even after shock adjustments. The...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-17-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,182
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Vogtland spring rates? Comfortable ride?

I cannot give any scientific "This is what the rates are." info but I can tell you my impression of them.

It seems to me, that, if anything, the Vogtlands may be a little softer in the front than...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-08-2016, 07:42 PM
Replies: 1,252
Views: 137,514
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Parking Lot Paparazzi

I-65 by any chance?
Forum: Interior
08-31-2016, 08:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,255
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: ACC vs Llyods floor mats???

318057 (http://s729.photobucket.com/user/87v6Bird/media/IMG_20160831_200017.jpg.html)

Thought the Firebird guys might like seeing ACC's Firebird logo. Their Royal Blue stitching goes well with the...
Forum: Interior
08-17-2016, 01:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,103
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: What paint matches dark gray interior panels?

Thanks. That looks quite promising.

Anyone else with suggestions?
Forum: Interior
08-17-2016, 07:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,255
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: ACC vs Llyods floor mats???

Same here. I just bought a set (ACC). Based on the options offered by Hawks I believe they're selling ACC.

Quality, fit, and color match seem great. I compared the color to the carpet that hadn't...
Forum: Interior
08-16-2016, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,103
Posted By 87v6Bird

What paint matches dark gray interior panels?

Does anyone know an interior paint that is a close match to the dark gray interior panels in my Firebird? I've recently purchased one of Hawk's reproduction headliner trim pieces, which only come in...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-16-2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 1,371
Views: 122,573
Posted By 87v6Bird

Re: Post 1 Pic Actually At A Car Show Event

318312 (http://s729.photobucket.com/user/87v6Bird/media/IMG_20160813_142410.jpg.html)

Ardmore Car Show. Ardmore, AL/TN this past weekend 8-13-16.
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