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Forum: TPI
03-23-2023, 07:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 342
Posted By tajefe

Re: Engine suddenly died

Would think it could still run if you spun a bearing or would hear it usually. Got any spark now?
Forum: Southern California Area
03-23-2023, 07:33 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,181
Posted By tajefe

Re: 1985 Trans AM w T-Tops & 5-Speed Manual

Starting to wonder for sale or build/maintenance thread, lol
Forum: Car Audio
03-23-2023, 06:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 579
Posted By tajefe

Re: Radio pod bracket

Thank you!
Forum: Car Audio
03-23-2023, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 579
Posted By tajefe

Re: Radio pod bracket

I'd be in if they made a decent one.
Forum: Car Audio
03-22-2023, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 579
Posted By tajefe

Re: Radio pod bracket

Wish I was replying to help you out. Actually just curious who rebuilt your radio?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-19-2023, 08:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By tajefe

Re: Lower rocker panel decal

Not for me, but if you like it I'd do it. Not everyone likes what I do but I admire and stare at my cars more than anyone else, at least I think lol.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
03-07-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,199
Posted By tajefe

Re: Looking for a 1988 or 1989 Pontiac Trans Am GTA factory radio

Big thank you to Kincer! Got the stereo today and much like Kincer my car rocks. Really appreciated for you helping keep my GTA original car guy to car guy.
Haven't got the courage to pop the White...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-07-2023, 04:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 464
Posted By tajefe

Re: 15” tires and date coding old BFGs

The above only applies to tires made after 1999, so 2000 and beyond is when the 4 number dot code is correct. Prior to 2000 manufacturers never put any thought into tires being over 10 years old and...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
03-07-2023, 09:17 AM
Replies: 245
Views: 62,319
Posted By tajefe

Re: Rock Auto Discount Codes here (Share them if you have them) RockAuto

Using your discount code is easy! Enter your discount code in the 'How Did You Hear About Us?' box without any other numbers or characters for an additional 5% savings. Discounts cannot be applied to...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-06-2023, 06:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 464
Posted By tajefe

Re: 15” tires and date coding old BFGs

Date codes for 1999 and earlier where all strange. Usually it was a 3 digit code, 1st two numbers where month and last number was year. So in theory a date code of 129 could mean December 1999 or...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,122
Posted By tajefe

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

Congratulations, it's a gratifying feeling for sure. Mine set for over 17 years. Still so much to do but road worthy none the less.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-18-2023, 09:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,199
Posted By tajefe

Re: Looking for a 1988 or 1989 Pontiac Trans Am GTA factory radio

If the OP and person before me don't reply to you I'd be very interested in getting ot from you. Will send you a PM.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-17-2023, 09:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,199
Posted By tajefe

Re: Looking for a 1988 or 1989 Pontiac Trans Am GTA factory radio

Much appreciated John. Tring to keep the car as original as possible.
Cars having some head work done at the moment will look into it when I get the car back.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-16-2023, 07:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,199
Posted By tajefe

Re: Looking for a 1988 or 1989 Pontiac Trans Am GTA factory radio

I checked with John awhile back and he didn't have any and couldn't help me out. Said would keep me in mind if he got anything for the GTA with SWC though. Thank you!
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-15-2023, 10:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,199
Posted By tajefe

Re: Looking for a 1988 or 1989 Pontiac Trans Am GTA factory radio

I've been on the hunt as well for my '89 GTA. My factory one is in the car but tape deck and radio tuner are both dead. Tuner won't pull in any AM or FM stations. Anybody know where to get it fixed...
Forum: Interior
02-14-2023, 10:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 799
Posted By tajefe

Re: Headliner removal '88 Formula (full roof, not T-Top)

See if this older video helps you
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYSM92wVNN4
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-13-2023, 11:42 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,096
Posted By tajefe

Re: My new 1984 TA project

Gorgeous!
Forum: Power Adders
02-11-2023, 04:19 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,043
Posted By tajefe

Re: Switching from gen1 to LS

Wow just read your entire thread what an adventure between health, houses, shops, business, builds, vaccinations and then some. I've been through some very similar adversity. Was declared legally...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-07-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,781
Posted By tajefe

Re: Cleaning off speedometer glass

I had this happen on a newer vehicle using an interior detail cleaner. Polished on it with rubbing alcohol to remove the residue. Maybe worth a shot in a test area 1st.
Forum: Members Camaros
02-06-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,660
Posted By tajefe

Re: Whitejacket (87' Iroc)

FWIW looks like around 3900+ views thus far, so would say people are watching and appreciating it. Keep up the nice work!
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-05-2023, 01:14 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,096
Posted By tajefe

Re: My new 1984 TA project

Amazing is all I can say!!!
Forum: Members Camaros
02-04-2023, 01:42 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,660
Posted By tajefe

Re: Whitejacket (87' Iroc)

Looking good and getting close. Can't imagine the $$$ that went into your beautiful build but well worth it!
So cool you listing part numbers to
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-04-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 11
[CA] Aldl cable
Views: 1,001
Posted By tajefe

Re: Aldl cable

I tried to reach out to 1320 about getting a cable but never got a response, here is the link
http://1320electronics.com/12pin_ALDL_BT_MK2.html
Forum: Fabrication
02-04-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,135
Posted By tajefe

Re: Hood exit exhaust?

Sounds more like a demo derby car than drag car but to each their own and would be unique for sure.
Forum: Electronics
02-02-2023, 11:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 517
Posted By tajefe

Re: need new ac box

Might try Franks usually has some
https://www.frankspontiacparts.com/usedparts4/firebirdtransam3.htm
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-31-2023, 11:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 526
Posted By tajefe

Re: Probuilt

Would be interested in your old 700r4 if shipping to Kansas wouldn't be killer.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-30-2023, 06:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 866
Posted By tajefe

Re: Is it time for an engine replacement/swap?

Just a thought but might try the Seafoam or similar product trick and watch it smoke while it burns off some carbon build up. I like to run Mystery oil in the engine a couple quarts in place of...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-29-2023, 06:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,006
Posted By tajefe

Re: How to determine 26 or 28 Splines axle???

LOL! Been there done that with the floor jack shuffle. Just for a few inches luckily.
Forum: Body
01-29-2023, 06:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 666
Posted By tajefe

Re: Rattle can paint job under 100 dollars

Touch up in a pinch maybe, whole car not so much!
Forum: Members Camaros
01-29-2023, 12:15 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,300
Posted By tajefe

Re: New here.

Hey Aqua just noticed you in here after all this time. Kind of wondered if you had joined. Lots of helpful people and post in here for sure. Hopefully your project is still moving along. Sure you...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-25-2023, 10:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 583
Posted By tajefe

Re: HELP NEEDED! Z28 1992 needs engine swap because missing chip?

All this and then some. Mine set for 17 years, several thousand $$$ later and doing great. Still plenty to go though. GL OP and really think about if your prepared for the cash you'll end up...
Forum: History / Originality
01-22-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,520
Posted By tajefe

Re: L69 with Salvage Title

Looking nice and happy to see another rescue/save. Don't think that title thing would have kept me from it either to nice a car to let go to waste over something like that especially if it could end...
Forum: Cooling
01-22-2023, 04:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 722
Posted By tajefe

Re: HVAC Issues

Yep what Henry said, the video I posted was just to help check vacuum routing if needed. I had trouble with that before and it helped me a lot but not totally.
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-22-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,942
Posted By tajefe

Re: 1989 GTA project

I like it and personally wouldn't get spacers for the front as they look even with the fender, little hard to tell in the pic though. What size tires did you go with on the front and out back?
FWIW...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
01-22-2023, 03:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,050
Posted By tajefe

Re: Gauge Clusters for Trans Ams and Firebirds

I might get one of these from you for shop wall décor so no real preference if you'd separate them. Give me an excuse to come see your car as well. You know it'd probably be a few weeks before I...
Forum: Cooling
01-22-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 722
Posted By tajefe

Re: HVAC Issues

FWIW here is one of the most helpful you tube videos I found to help explain it in a couple variations. They are not all the same, gotta love the 80's emission and vacuum actuated stuff. He has a few...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-22-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 340
Posted By tajefe

Re: Leak?

Like he said I'd clean it up, then you can get a special dye to put in with the oil. Just would need a UV light and glasses along with that dye to see where the dye leaks out. GL!
Forum: TPI
01-21-2023, 10:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 461
Posted By tajefe

Re: Vacuum T part number

I'm glad the Dorman has worked for you!!!!
However OP just read the reviews on that particular part and it would suggest why i would not recommend. Well that and I bought one at my local store put...
Forum: History / Originality
01-20-2023, 10:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,520
Posted By tajefe

Re: L69 with Salvage Title

FWIW Rebuilt or Salvage title cars around here typically make them worth loan value as opposed to Clean retail. Enjoy your new car!
Forum: TPI
01-20-2023, 04:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By tajefe

Re: TPI shops in Kansas

For what it's worth that FSM I shared has a simple test for the pick up coil just need an ohm meter if I remember correctly. Was about to test mine when I checked the timing. After the mechanic had...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
01-18-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 339
Posted By tajefe

Re: 92 trans am tail light harness

Might check with this recycling company-
https://www.frankspontiacparts.com/usedparts4/firebirdtransam3.htm
Forum: TPI
01-18-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 461
Posted By tajefe

Re: Vacuum T part number

This is exactly why I gave the AC Delco part number, the Dorman is junk. Ask me how I know.
Forum: TPI
01-17-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 461
Posted By tajefe

Re: Vacuum T part number

AutoZone carries them in AC Delco I wouldn't recommend the Doorman its junk.
Should be this and its a check valve not just a tee

ACDelco Canister Purge Valve 15-50568
Forum: TPI
01-16-2023, 08:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By tajefe

Re: TPI shops in Kansas

Bad injector somewhere or how about your O2 sensor.
Sorry misread your screwdriver injector thing earlier was thinking how we use to disconnect a spark plug wire and ground it with a screwdriver.
I...
Forum: TPI
01-16-2023, 08:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By tajefe

Re: TPI shops in Kansas

That seems about right another member said the below and think it seems correct-
Here are my fuel pressures:
At key on while pump is on: 42 PSI.
At key on while pump is off before pressure slowly...
Forum: TPI
01-16-2023, 07:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By tajefe

Re: TPI shops in Kansas

This might be a good read for you to-
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tpi/693856-1989-trans-am-sometimes.html
Forum: TPI
01-16-2023, 07:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By tajefe

Re: TPI shops in Kansas

IIRC pressure is somewhere around 42-45lbs with it disconnected. Maybe someone with more knowledge will chime in or I'll see if I can find it.
Forum: TPI
01-16-2023, 07:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By tajefe

Re: TPI shops in Kansas

Here is the link on Third Gen from where I downloaded the 1988 service manual. Sorry its slightly over 100 mb so wouldn't let me attach it. Hope it helps you! Emailed you as well.

1988 Firebird...
Forum: TPI
01-16-2023, 10:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By tajefe

Re: TPI shops in Kansas

Sorry can't help with a good shop so if my advice gets annoying feel free to say. When you pulled the vacuum line from the fuel regulator no gas smell or anything in the line right, and did it change...
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