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Forum: Carburetors
10-16-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 633
Posted By TTA579

High Idle

Hello everyone,

I'm working on a 1987 Formula 5.0. I'm currently having problems with a high idle (2k rpm). No trouble lights or anything else come on. The idle stays high while driving and...
Forum: Southern California Area
02-12-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 582
Posted By TTA579

Re: BBK/Edelbrock throttle body + Edelbrock valve covers

I listed the valve covers on eBay this morning. The auction has photos.

http://bit.ly/12suRUr
Forum: Southern California Area
02-11-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 582
Posted By TTA579

BBK/Edelbrock throttle body + Edelbrock valve covers

I have a 52mm BBK/Edelbrock TPI throttle body for sale.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/150994840884?item=150994840884
Local pickup (and reasonable delivery) available.

And I have a pair of Edelbrock...
Forum: TPI
08-27-2012, 02:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 499
Posted By TTA579

Re: (Post moved by moderator - no idea what to put for a topic)

I think I translated that properly, though there still isn't a lot of coherence.

Looks like 5360566 says he has a vacuum leak and fowled plugs. Solution: track down your vacuum leak, and perform...
Forum: Southern California Area
08-08-2012, 10:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 686
Posted By TTA579

Re: Build numbers for my GTA

Yeah, sorry. You can go to http://www.gtasourcepage.com/ though and get some good info.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-08-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 505
Views: 35,390
Posted By TTA579

Re: Have you named your Cars?

Malibu Stacy. Bonus points if you don't have to google that.
Forum: Southern California Area
08-07-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 686
Posted By TTA579

Re: Build numbers for my GTA

I don't believe they numbered GTAs, they didn't even number TTAs.
Forum: Southern California Area
06-27-2012, 11:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By TTA579

Re: TPI help in Los Angeles

Thanks Don, just registered there. Already interested in a set of your headers. ;)
Forum: Southern California Area
06-27-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By TTA579

TPI help in Los Angeles

Recently purchased an '89 Corvette with a 5.7 TPI. Is there a consensus on a good TPI mechanic in LA?

I currently have an oil leak in the rear (china wall most likely) and I'm not familiar with...
Forum: Southern California Area
06-19-2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 728
Posted By TTA579

re: Who wants a free photoshoot for their car?

Any examples of your work?
Forum: Southern California Area
06-07-2012, 02:22 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 35,977
Posted By TTA579

Re: spotted fbody thread

White GTA at Target in Hawthorne on Tuesday evening.
White Trans Am northbound on Hawthorne Blvd this morning, passed at Del Amo.
Forum: Interior
06-07-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,592
Posted By TTA579

Re: Ultima seats

I have a spare set of front seats, I can take a few photos if you'd like.

If you're lucky, the air lines are leaking and you can repair them easily.
Forum: Southern California Area
05-25-2012, 02:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 694
Posted By TTA579

Radiator Leak

My Turbo Trans Am's radiator has sprung a leak. Does anyone know a good repair shop and/or replacement source locally? I'm considering upgrading as long as work needs to be done. Thanks for your...
Forum: Southern California Area
03-06-2012, 04:27 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,428
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good luck passing smog

If someone wants my car, they better be offering me enough to replace it with a new equivalent. $4k would be a joke.
Forum: Southern California Area
03-06-2012, 11:48 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,428
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good luck passing smog

Indeed, my maximums are HC: 80/62, CO 0.52/0.42, NO 549/507.

If anyone wants to complain about emissions requirements, they can cry me a river.

Also, don't know where you plan on getting your...
Forum: Southern California Area
03-06-2012, 11:16 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,428
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good luck passing smog

Passed smog in LA county (15mph/25mph): HC 80/43, CO 0.03/0, NO 0/0

Now I need tires.
Forum: Southern California Area
02-27-2012, 03:24 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,428
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good luck passing smog

I'm doing everything I can to be sure my car passes smog. On the other hand, I wish CARB had a little more sense.
Forum: Car Audio
02-03-2012, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By TTA579

Re: Is it possible?? Please read!

Buy a 2002 Trans Am Monsoon head unit, and replace your speakers with some inexpensive Pioneers. You'll be happy with that.
Forum: Interior
01-22-2012, 12:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,788
Posted By TTA579

Re: Another hatch pull down problem

OR a bad switch...
Forum: Interior
01-21-2012, 09:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 536
Posted By TTA579

Re: Details, details...

I planned on rebuilding my spare for fun. :P
Forum: Interior
01-21-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 536
Posted By TTA579

Re: Details, details...

I need a sheet of insulator like Dynaliner to install this latch, and I'll have a spare to sell.
Forum: Interior
01-21-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 536
Posted By TTA579

Re: Details, details...

Yes, they are replacements from TDS. The powder actually provides a slicker surface for the nylon to slide on.

How-to tips: Get a 1/4" cobalt drill bit for the latch rivets. #12 bolts to...
Forum: Interior
01-21-2012, 08:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 536
Posted By TTA579

Re: Details, details...

Reassembled photo below. My TTA is currently serving as storage for it's own interior parts, so I haven't installed the unit yet. A spare is in it's place.
Forum: Southern California Area
01-20-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 526
Posted By TTA579

Re: Upholstery Shop in Orange or nearby?

Stitchcraft
http://stitchcraftinteriors.com/
14146 Willow Ln
Westminster Ca 92683

Phone: 714.891.1316

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. PST
* Lunch noon-1:00 p.m. *
Forum: Interior
01-20-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 536
Posted By TTA579

Details, details...

Interior parts came back from powder coating today...
Forum: Southern California Area
01-19-2012, 12:36 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,428
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good luck passing smog

That law covers counterfeit plates, registrations and documents of ownership. (i.e. plates and documents not produced by the DMV) In layman's terms, it says you can't fake your own title, plates,...
Forum: Southern California Area
01-13-2012, 11:38 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,428
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good luck passing smog

Interesting discussion. Since my TTA isn't a daily driver I don't think I' have issues. Also, check out socalcarculture.com and you'll see there's a car show almost every day in SoCal.
Forum: Southern California Area
01-13-2012, 08:52 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,428
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good luck passing smog

In 2 years I can rock Historic plates on the TTA and not worry about smog.
Forum: History / Originality
01-12-2012, 05:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,761
Posted By TTA579

Re: Check out this 1984 15th Anniversary Trans Am - 1K miles

If I were going to collect Trans Ams (and I've mulled it over). The 15th is the LAST model I'd buy.
Forum: Interior
01-09-2012, 11:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 720
Posted By TTA579

Re: Window motor help needed, and MORE (worth a read)

and then....

Doesn't sound like you did your GF any favors. Sounds more like you bought yourself a project.

You need to replace anything damaged or destroyed by the police. Hit up Hawks,...
Forum: Interior
01-06-2012, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,725
Posted By TTA579

Re: Fix for T-Top and hatch seals

The silicone grease should keep your door/window from freezing. Make sure you cover all of the door and window seals.
Forum: Interior
01-06-2012, 01:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,725
Posted By TTA579

Re: Fix for T-Top and hatch seals

MOAR! If you're still having issues apply more. Apply enough to cause the excess to transfer, then wipe clean the transfered grease.

A silicone based lubricant (silicone grease) is actually...
Forum: South West Region
11-15-2011, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 551
Posted By TTA579

Re: Hey All

Welcome,

I used to live in Mesa/Chandler. A 25th Anniversary RS is a worthwhile restoration, good luck!

-Scott
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-07-2011, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 598
Posted By TTA579

Re: Good V6 Daily driver alignment specs?

What is "all the positive camber" you're talking about? Stock should be 0 camber or close to it. Stock is going to be your best bet.
Forum: Southern California Area
11-03-2011, 05:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 455
Posted By TTA579

Re: Need an opinion

I don't understand the concern about putting miles on a car. That's what it's for.
Forum: Southern California Area
10-19-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 766
Posted By TTA579

Re: Buy my car

Sorry, I hate to be the bearer of bad news. Don't lose hope though, let me clarify my position. I purchased my TTA in a very similar condition (minus the dash crack) for $4500 and only because it...
Forum: Southern California Area
10-19-2011, 11:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 766
Posted By TTA579

Re: Buy my car

Between the mileage, cosmetic and potential mechanical issues I'd be hesitant to offer more than $500 for it.

Good luck.
Forum: Southern California Area
10-19-2011, 11:10 AM
Replies: 258
Views: 35,977
Posted By TTA579

Re: spotted fbody thread

Id love to, I need to get my smog certification worked out first. Until then I don't take the car too far from home.
Forum: Southern California Area
10-18-2011, 08:56 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 35,977
Posted By TTA579

Re: spotted fbody thread

My TTA was parked behind the Rubio's at PCH and Marine in Manhattan Beach. You wouldn't have seen it.
Forum: Interior
10-17-2011, 07:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,022
Posted By TTA579

Re: my finished interior restore

Beautiful color.
Forum: Southern California Area
10-17-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 35,977
Posted By TTA579

Re: spotted fbody thread

I would have pursued in my TTA, but I wasn't on the road at the time.
Forum: Southern California Area
10-17-2011, 02:47 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 35,977
Posted By TTA579

Re: spotted fbody thread

Saw maybe ten 3rd, 4th, and 5th gens headed up PCH on Sunday (Oct 16) in Redondo Beach/ Manhattan Beach.
Forum: Members Firebirds
01-13-2011, 08:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,175
Posted By TTA579

Re: 1991 Bandit II Firebird, #10 of 600.

Enough with the shocker. Makes you look like an idiot.

Nice car find.
Forum: Southern California Area
08-28-2010, 12:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,059
Posted By TTA579

Re: From Phx to Redondo area

I'm right down the street, and I used to live in Chandler.
Forum: Southern California Area
07-19-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 590
Posted By TTA579

Re: Dyle Type Torque Wrench

Maybe this is a little late...

Harbor Freight Tool...
Forum: Electronics
06-13-2010, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,288
Posted By TTA579

Re: Where does the Fuel Pump Wiring go??

the wires come into the car behind the rear seat backs, if you have split seats like my tta, they come in between the two rear seat backs
Forum: Electronics
06-13-2010, 05:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,288
Posted By TTA579

Re: Where does the Fuel Pump Wiring go??

They run down the middle of the car, under the center console.
Forum: Car Audio
02-11-2010, 07:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 697
Posted By TTA579

Re: switch?

For that info, I'd have to know the model number. I've been looking at the Pioneer units lately, but their confusing controls have me looking at Eclipse and Alpine instead.
Forum: Car Audio
02-11-2010, 02:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 697
Posted By TTA579

Re: switch?

I believe those models shut off when you hold down the SRC (source) button for 3-5 seconds.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-11-2010, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,550
Posted By TTA579

Re: Trans Am HIDs

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_temperature
http://www.sizes.com/units/color_temperature.htm
I believe 5000k is the correct temperature to produce the most visible light.
Higher color...
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