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Forum: Interior
01-19-2013, 11:02 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 130,849
Posted By algershick

Re: No doubt a pointless thread, but what's the weirdest thing youv'e found in your c

This was the center console of my GTA the day I brought it home.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y111/anneuryzm/GTA/20120504_180709.jpg
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-29-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 818
Posted By algershick

Re: Autoprom for sale

Here it is.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-28-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 818
Posted By algershick

Re: Autoprom for sale

Yes I do. No more OBD1 motors left, I've got no use for it now.
Forum: Body
11-26-2012, 01:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,280
Posted By algershick

Re: open hatch without key

When I bought my Berlinetta, it had an ignition key only. No door keys, no hatch or t-top key. I already had bought a complete set set of lock cylinders to replace them with.

I used a power drill...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-27-2012, 08:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 818
Posted By algershick

Autoprom for sale

Sold.
Forum: Body
09-28-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 906
Posted By algershick

Re: Camaro/firebird bumper supports compatible?

One of the most notable differences being the front ends of these cars. I learned that they would not swap, and had to purchase a Camaro bumper support locally.
Forum: Body
09-26-2012, 10:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 906
Posted By algershick

Camaro/firebird bumper supports compatible?

I've been searching using various terms, but I haven't found an answer to exactly what I want to know.

Are the bumper supports from Camaros and Firebirds the same assuming they are the same style?...
Forum: Electronics
09-16-2012, 11:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By algershick

Re: 88 TPI Harness plug identification

The pink wire to the coil should be a thicker wire, shouldn't it? I might have figured out what the deal is. There is some mickey-moused wiring cut/taped/spliced up. I think I'm going to find my coil...
Forum: Electronics
09-16-2012, 10:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By algershick

Re: 88 TPI Harness plug identification

I'm back at my wiring again. I've got it all down I think, other than the ignition coil still.

Over the center of my bellhousing, I've got a 2 wire connector- pink with a black stripe, and gray....
Forum: TPI
09-14-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,076
Posted By algershick

Re: Lining up Serpentine Pulleys

I am back to work on this motor in my GTA. I've got a casting number of 10054727 on the rear of the block, identifying it as an 86-up 350.

I have torqued the balancer but the pulley still sticks...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2012, 05:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 307
Posted By algershick

Extra injector plugs?

I bought an '88 GTA a few months ago with a 350 long block in place of the 305 it shipped with. The PO intended on carb'ing it but never got around to putting an intake on the motor.

The harness...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-22-2012, 02:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By algershick

Re: Recommend BIN for starting point

I drove too and from work today with my new chip, and what a difference! The car idles and runs so much smoother. No more surging. The only problem that I notice at this point is it does not handle...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-20-2012, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By algershick

Re: Recommend BIN for starting point

Not thinking, I only ordered 1 adapter from Moates. I have 2 TPI cars, the GTA is going to have to wait for its own.

Tonight I began toying with Tunerpro and my new Autoprom. I read until I felt...
Forum: TPI
05-20-2012, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 618
Posted By algershick

Re: please excuse my absence but....

Your T5 barely handles the 305 in stock form.
Forum: TPI
05-20-2012, 03:22 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,783
Posted By algershick

Re: Chevy 305 Tpi changed for firebird 350 Tpi ?

You are correct. There are no Pontiac V8's in these cars, they are all Chevy V8's. Your 1988 350 TPI is a Chevy engine.
Forum: TPI
05-20-2012, 02:15 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,783
Posted By algershick

Re: Chevy 305 Tpi changed for firebird 350 Tpi ?

I don't think it did turn the other way when you first got it, you're remembering it wrong most likely.

The link is NOT wrong, it is correct for PONTIAC engines. You do NOT have a Pontiac engine,...
Forum: TPI
05-20-2012, 01:59 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,783
Posted By algershick

Re: Chevy 305 Tpi changed for firebird 350 Tpi ?

What Madcelt is trying to tell you is that both the Camaro and Firebird models had the same 305 and 350 engines. They both use SBC (Small Block Chevy) motors. They both spin the same direction, they...
Forum: TPI
05-19-2012, 09:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,006
Posted By algershick

Limp Home Mode curiosity

A few Weeks ago I had a thread going about diagnosing a code 33 and 34 among other things. I ended up replacing the MAF sensor and both MAF relays. My start and throttle issues were corrected, but I...
Forum: TPI
05-18-2012, 03:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,076
Posted By algershick

Re: Lining up Serpentine Pulleys

Thanks for the information. I'll try to take my pulley off tomorrow and see if I can find a part number. The thing is, my crank pulley sticks out further than the rest of the system, and according to...
Forum: History / Originality
05-17-2012, 03:05 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 13,446
Posted By algershick

Re: What's everyone got against Berlinettas?

My first third gen was an '84 Berlinetta. I really did enjoy the styling of the interior and all of the electronic gadgets and pods. Everytime someone saw my interior for the first time, the first...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-17-2012, 11:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By algershick

Re: Recommend BIN for starting point

Thanks for your input, hopefully my Autoprom is here before the weekend!
Forum: DIY PROM
05-16-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By algershick

Recommend BIN for starting point

My '88 305 car has been converted to a 350 of 1969/70 vintage. 76cc iron heads. The motor has been rebuilt and supposedly has a cam, but he doesn't have the cam card or know what it is (imagine...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-16-2012, 01:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By algershick

Re: parting out 1989 gta 5.7tpi car

PM's sent about MAF, ESC module, and distributor
Forum: History / Originality
05-14-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,074
Posted By algershick

Re: Torn on a 1988 GTA

Thank you! I've got an intake on the way right now to complete the motor so I can fire it up finally. Trying to get all of the engine wiring sorted out has been a mess, but its progressing nicely.
Forum: Electronics
05-14-2012, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By algershick

Re: 88 TPI Harness plug identification

I think I've got most of my wiring figured out now, but I was wondering if someone could help me out with a request. One thing I do not see is the plug for the ignition coil. The 88 if I understand...
Forum: Electronics
05-14-2012, 12:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By algershick

Re: 88 TPI Harness plug identification

I started investigating my harness further this morning. My C100 is corroded green on the bottom pins, and it looks like there was water pooled up here at one point. There is a lot of debris piled at...
Forum: History / Originality
05-14-2012, 10:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,796
Posted By algershick

Re: Average 1986 Sport Coupe Camaro?

How do you figure?
Forum: TPI
05-14-2012, 01:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,076
Posted By algershick

Lining up Serpentine Pulleys

The engine in my car is NOT the original 305. The previous owner claims that the engine is a 350 which I haven't been able to confirm at this point. The numbers off of the passenger side pad of the...
Forum: Electronics
05-14-2012, 01:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By algershick

Re: 88 TPI Harness plug identification

I was working in the dark tonight, but I was able to identify some of the plugs that I wasn't sure about.

In the last pic, the single wire connector above the master cyl. is for the O2. The wire...
Forum: Interior
05-13-2012, 12:18 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,848
Posted By algershick

Re: Repairing warped Center Console sides. Best way?

Looking good Mav!

I've got a question regarding harness plugs now too. In Mav's second to the last picture, there is a small plug with I believe a black and an orange wire going to it. It is...
Forum: TPI
05-11-2012, 01:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 602
Posted By algershick

Re: Really can't figure this out

I accidentally pulled the vacuum line out of my regulator once and it stumbled hard and really fought to run. Have you checked your fuel pressure?
Forum: Car Audio
05-11-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 912
Posted By algershick

Re: stereo color codes

What bothers me even more than cut/hacked wiring, is when people hack the install of the actual head unit. Cutting plastic or breaking brackets due to over-tightening. I'm dealing with this right now...
Forum: Car Audio
05-11-2012, 01:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,097
Posted By algershick

Re: HUmount Woes

There is usually a heatsink on the back of radios. In my case, the fins of the heatsink were making contact with the back of the radio/hvac housing. I trimmed the areas that were preventing the head...
Forum: TPI
05-11-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 602
Posted By algershick

Re: Really can't figure this out

I know you've stated that it isn't throwing any codes, but my car has behaved this way from both a failed EGR and a bad MAF sensor. It's worth looking at your MAF relays as well.
Forum: Interior
05-10-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,848
Posted By algershick

Re: Repairing warped Center Console sides. Best way?

No joke, the amount of crud you have to scrub and pick out is just flat out disgusting. Some people take no pride in their property. I had to scrub away multiple layers of what I'm assuming is...
Forum: Interior
05-10-2012, 01:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,848
Posted By algershick

Re: Repairing warped Center Console sides. Best way?

That bolt under the ashtray is for the shifter plate.
Forum: Interior
05-10-2012, 12:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,848
Posted By algershick

Re: Repairing warped Center Console sides. Best way?

Yeah, I'm in the process right now Punisher. I disassembled the top shifter plate assembly yesterday and detailed it. I popped out all of the window and mirror controls, gear selector, shift boot,...
Forum: Body
05-09-2012, 04:16 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 8,545
Posted By algershick

Re: Wrap Around Spoiler Sale

I haven't taken my spoiler off yet, but from what I see in the Hawks picture the third brake light assembly attaches to this unit? Years of direct sunlight has done my OEM spoiler no favors. :o
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2012, 04:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 845
Posted By algershick

Re: Something missing beside Vapor Canister

You know, I hadn't thought of that and it makes sense. This is my first Firebird. It's got an old '69 350 transplanted in, but the seller wanted to keep the TPI so none of the tubing/MAF/air cleaner...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 845
Posted By algershick

Re: Something missing beside Vapor Canister

:lmao:That makes sense, thanks.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-09-2012, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 845
Posted By algershick

Something missing beside Vapor Canister

Hello. I've got an '88 GTA and the battery is mounted on the driver's side, opposite of my Camaro. On the passenger side, the vapor canister is mounted close to the fender. Beside it, there is an...
Forum: TPI
05-09-2012, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,173
Posted By algershick

Re: 5.0L TPI swap into my 5.0L TBI

To add to what irocarter said, 305's and 350's use a different knock sensor.
Forum: Interior
05-09-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,848
Posted By algershick

Re: Repairing warped Center Console sides. Best way?

I've got my GTA console stripped apart for cleaning and repair. I used the wood clamp and Gorilla Glue method detailed here. Tomorrow morning when I get off work I'll pull the clamps and see how the...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-08-2012, 02:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,840
Posted By algershick

Re: parting out 1989 formula 350

I'm looking for a serpentine belt water pump pulley if you've got one.
Forum: Electronics
05-08-2012, 01:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By algershick

Re: 88 TPI Harness plug identification

Thanks for the info, vetteoz. I'll try to dig up some wiring diagrams to identify the others.
Forum: Electronics
05-07-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,370
Posted By algershick

88 TPI Harness plug identification

I've got an '86 Z28 with TPI and I just picked up this '88 GTA. I either have a short memory or the GTA has some connectors that I didn't see on the Camaro, and I was wondering if I could get some...
Forum: History / Originality
05-04-2012, 09:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,074
Posted By algershick

Re: Torn on a 1988 GTA

Well, I brought the GTA home tonight. We're working on purchasing our first home right now, so please excuse the apartment parking lot. :o

Now that I've seen it in the daylight, it is a bit...
Forum: History / Originality
04-30-2012, 10:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,074
Posted By algershick

Re: Torn on a 1988 GTA

I just officially sold my Corvair, so now I've got an empty space that the GTA would look right at home in. :thumbsup:
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