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Forum: Convertibles
10-14-2022, 08:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,175
Posted By west1nm

Re: 1989 Camaro ASC Vert never had right side Flip Rods ?

I wouldn’t say mine stands tall. It’s more even, but no sag at all. Sorry, I don’t have any other inside frame pics at the moment....
Forum: Convertibles
10-14-2022, 06:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,175
Posted By west1nm

Re: 1989 Camaro ASC Vert never had right side Flip Rods ?

It seems to function just fine. It will stand up and keep the fabric taught (granted it has a replaced top on it). But yes, was always curious why I had only 1 flip rod and no provision for one on...
Forum: Convertibles
10-14-2022, 01:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,175
Posted By west1nm

Re: 1989 Camaro ASC Vert never had right side Flip Rods ?

My ‘91 is the same. Only a single flip rod on the drivers side and no provision for on on the passenger side. The single is not tubular as well
Forum: Convertibles
10-14-2022, 01:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 590
Posted By west1nm

Re: Spring Assisted Tonneau Release Solenoid

I can confirm that this works. Excellent idea and thanks for sharing!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-15-2019, 07:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,628
Posted By west1nm

Re: December 2019 COTM **Voting Thread**

Thank you for the nomination! I purchased the car in 2010 and was originally a Z28 305TPI with 700R4 auto. Since then, I did the following:

LS3 w/ TSP Camshaft (231/236)
PRC Springs and CNC...
Forum: Convertibles
08-01-2019, 09:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,772
Posted By west1nm

Re: Hawks Convertible Light Bar - BUY IN

Thought we would have more interest in this... perhaps more of us should contact hawks?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-22-2019, 06:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,170
Posted By west1nm

Re: February 2019 COTM **Voting Thread**

You bet - and thanks!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-22-2019, 05:15 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,170
Posted By west1nm

Re: February 2019 COTM **Voting Thread**

It’s been quite some time, but pretty confident they are 10” or 10.5” rears. Front are 9.5” with 275 Nitto’s.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-22-2019, 04:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,170
Posted By west1nm

Re: February 2019 COTM **Voting Thread**

Yes, C4 ZR1 wheels and 1/4” spacer on the rear. Can’t recall spacer size on the front, but believe it required slightly thicker.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-22-2019, 04:23 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,170
Posted By west1nm

Re: February 2019 COTM **Voting Thread**

Thanks IROCThe5.7L - all nice cars here (and much more on TGO) would make it very difficult to vote! But yes, it’s 315 Nitto’s on the rear.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-19-2019, 05:12 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,170
Posted By west1nm

Re: February 2019 COTM **Voting Thread**

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/746x503/b87c5471_d337_401c_81e2_bb1939fb955b_6626c48c8b264b703bb2a1e0e488302ca48426e8.jpeg...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-19-2019, 05:05 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,170
Posted By west1nm

Re: February 2019 COTM **Voting Thread**

Thank you for the nomination! I purchased the car in 2010 and was originally a Z28 305TPI with 700R4 auto. Since then, I did the following:

LS3 w/ TSP Camshaft (231/236)
PRC Springs and CNC...
Forum: Convertibles
05-15-2018, 07:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,772
Posted By west1nm

Re: Hawks Convertible Light Bar - BUY IN

It’s purely aesthetics
Forum: Convertibles
05-15-2018, 04:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,772
Posted By west1nm

Re: Hawks Convertible Light Bar - BUY IN

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/750x404/80-84e9a86e_e156_4290_b924_ba61749a4648_710e56ef8ef46415194591806f09fa380ae0510b.jpeg
Forum: Convertibles
05-15-2018, 04:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,772
Posted By west1nm

Re: Hawks Convertible Light Bar - BUY IN

I believe these were $499 when they were available before, but Ryan/Bruce needs to confirm
Forum: Convertibles
05-15-2018, 06:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,772
Posted By west1nm

Hawks Convertible Light Bar - BUY IN

Alrights guys.... So exchanged a couple emails with Ryan at Hawk's, and the convertible light bar can be produced, however, would need a "buy-in" of at least 10 people to get the ball rolling. Price...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-21-2016, 04:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,192
Posted By west1nm

Re: November 2016 COTM **Voting Thread**

Thank you for the nomination! I purchased the car in 2010 and was originally a Z28 305TPI with 700R4 auto. Since then, I did the following:

LS3 w/ TSP Camshaft (231/236)
PRC Springs and CNC...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-05-2016, 08:49 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 52,767
Posted By west1nm

Re: Pics of your Garage set ups for your thirdgens!!!

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-image_7a8e82c5bf6aa4dfdee966935f2b789be7e9fbfa.jpeg
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Forum: LTX and LSX
02-17-2012, 09:30 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 66,651
Posted By west1nm

Re: Post pics of LSX swap third gens

Here's my '91
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-10-2011, 04:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,697
Posted By west1nm

Re: wiring from battery

That's what I got too. No problem with redundant grounds either.
Forum: Convertibles
05-08-2011, 09:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 745
Posted By west1nm

Re: what do you guys think?

Nice Vert - very clean! I would imagine there are very few low mileage verts left.
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-31-2011, 07:00 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 77,358
Posted By west1nm

Re: 91 camaro ls3 swap

Ya, PRETTY damn nice!
Forum: LTX and LSX
01-15-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 77,358
Posted By west1nm

Re: 91 camaro ls3 swap

Huh, Walled Lake? I graduated from Walled Lake Central in 2000. I currently reside in Westland.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
01-15-2011, 12:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 992
Posted By west1nm

Re: Ebay Koni Supplier

It took 6 weeks to receive my Koni's from the date I ordered (even though they were listed "in stock").
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
01-15-2011, 12:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 992
Posted By west1nm

Re: Ebay Koni Supplier

Look into Autopartsdealer.com - they have horrible reviews. Below is a review I left with resellerratings.com.



10/4/10 7:35 PM
I do not often leave reviews for companies...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
01-14-2011, 10:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 992
Posted By west1nm

Re: Ebay Koni Supplier

Wow, your one of the lucky ones
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-31-2010, 10:58 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 77,358
Posted By west1nm

Re: 91 camaro ls3 swap

I got mine from Bigbrakeupgrade.com too. I meet the guy in a White Castle parking lot - as he is local. I believe he uses brake motive rotors.
Forum: Car Audio
12-30-2010, 04:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,134
Posted By west1nm

Re: cheapest/easiest way to get 4" speakers to fit in dash

I don't think I would zip-tie speakers in. Or at least advertise that I did....
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-28-2010, 04:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 992
Posted By west1nm

Re: Ebay Koni Supplier

Don't use AutoPartsDealer.com. It took me almost 2 months to get my Konis. They are just a middle man and do not have their own inventory. It took continuous phone calls over that time frame to get...
Forum: Convertibles
12-27-2010, 10:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 657
Posted By west1nm

Re: New top install

It wasn't too bad... Took about a day with installing new seals. I used the Topsonline.com stayfast with glass window. Fit and quality is excellent.
Forum: LTX and LSX
12-22-2010, 04:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,291
Posted By west1nm

Re: How long to do LS1 engine swap?

If you've never done an engine swap, this will def. take more time. Do your research before you get in over your head. Look at some of the stickies in this forum.
Forum: Interior
11-24-2010, 09:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,368
Posted By west1nm

Re: Car has been in the shop for 2 weeks because of steering column, stuck.

The ovaled holes are a common problem on these (thus creating the 7 o'clock slop). For a temp fix, you can fill and cover with epoxy to minimize play. I have dine this on mine with great success....
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-14-2010, 09:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,161
Posted By west1nm

Re: Torque to Yield Bolts

I would not gamble with the stock bolts. I've seen my share of genIII / genIV conn rods exit the side of the block on dyno due to rod bolt fatigue... I would go with ARP's and be sure that there is...
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-14-2010, 04:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,161
Posted By west1nm

Re: Torque to Yield Bolts

Conn Rod bolts too. Don't skimp on these!
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-13-2010, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 628
Posted By west1nm

Re: ls swap on my 88 vert

Gotta love a LSX Vert
Forum: LTX and LSX
10-13-2010, 08:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,714
Posted By west1nm

Re: Thirdgen representin' at the LSX shootout!!

That's awesome. Way to represent the LSX 3rd gen community!
Forum: Wheels and Tires
09-05-2010, 09:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 15,690
Posted By west1nm

Re: OE Wheels needs images of your Camaro

Is that the ZR1 deep dish set with 17x11 rears? What tires are you running and how do that fit? What about spacers? Looks good, thinking about picking up a set. Do you have any more pictures?
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-30-2010, 06:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 17,250
Posted By west1nm

Re: Who's running Hawks new crossmember?

Has anyone mounted a torque arm to the tail-housing of of a T56? Or is it best to use a tunnel plate style? Any other options? I like it, but need a place to mount a torque arm....
Forum: History / Originality
08-29-2010, 02:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,673
Posted By west1nm

Re: Where did all the OEM GM parts go?? Thanks "New GM"

I guess let me clarify.... Parts may be discontinued, but GM must have inventory or be able to supply the part (not sure about time frame) within 10 years of the models release. There are instances...
Forum: History / Originality
08-29-2010, 10:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,673
Posted By west1nm

Re: Where did all the OEM GM parts go?? Thanks "New GM"

GM is required to service parts for 10 years (gov't mandated). There is a possibility that they could be back ordered, but can never be discontinued before that 10 years is up. They will often stock...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-22-2010, 08:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By west1nm

Re: Has anyone bought a roll cage from AutoWeldChassis?

Yeah I would like to know too....
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-16-2010, 03:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,754
Posted By west1nm

Re: Master cylinder location

Are there support brackets for the 3rd gen pedals that may locate the M/C hole? My pedal set cam with two of them and I have no idea how they mount. Anyone have a picture of this?
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-16-2010, 03:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,754
Posted By west1nm

Re: Master cylinder location

This must be for the 4th gen pedals? My third gen set does not have this bracket. Does anyone know how to locate the M/C hole for the 3rd gen pedals?
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-15-2010, 06:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,754
Posted By west1nm

Re: Master cylinder location

One more thought... It appears everyone has the M/C hole a little bit higher than I measured for what would be ideal alignment for the tick master - EVEN PRODUCTION 5 speed cars. Now this makes me...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-15-2010, 03:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,754
Posted By west1nm

Re: Master cylinder location

I think there may be more room if you have a stock master. The billet mounting block on the tick master is HUGE. Regardless, I know people have installed the tick successfully with maybe minimal...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-15-2010, 01:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,754
Posted By west1nm

Re: Master cylinder location

Subscribed... I am hoping for the same answer except I have 3rd gen pedals and a tick mater. Taking some measurements with the tick master, the rod off of the piston is 45 deg negative relative to...
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-15-2010, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,526
Posted By west1nm

Re: Ls1 rebuild

If your going to bore or rehone, GM recommends nothing more than 0.010" oversize on the LS1. Some DO get away with 0.020" if 10 thousands doesn't clean up. If you still had the motor together, a...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-29-2010, 07:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,502
Posted By west1nm

Re: 91' Z28 Vert LS3/T56

Bump.... Does anyone know how the charcoal canister is controlled? Does the ECM need to see some type of pressure in order to open to the intake? I just want to make sure this is still functional in...
Forum: LTX and LSX
07-13-2010, 09:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,176
Posted By west1nm

Re: *Remedy inside* 4th gen m/c peg on 3rd gen pedals without hacking up 4th gen peda

This is information that makes the swap easier for everyone else. Thanks for posting!
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-11-2010, 09:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,604
Posted By west1nm

Re: complete set of seat belts from 91 camaro convertible $60

Long shot... But are these still for sale? I need a COMPLETE set for a 91 Vert.
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