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Forum: History / Originality
01-31-2014, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 807
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Options for 1982

It is true they take the owners word for it. But the process leading up to the auction you have to sign a thing that says your statements are true, then various stages of approval of text for...
Forum: History / Originality
01-24-2014, 08:09 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 16,161
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Trans am police interceptor

And those items don't mean it is a factory police car. I once converted a confiscated GTO for a police department. Professionally installed siren, lights all over, etc. That car is a "legit" police...
Forum: History / Originality
01-07-2014, 05:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,845
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 1991 Police Interceptor Firebird Concept?

Police departments to this day regularly convert standard cars into police cars. I know a shop that specializes in it. In my area even the new Charger police cars are rarely police package cars. Most...
Forum: History / Originality
10-24-2013, 02:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,340
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: how long did YOUR car sit before you bought it?

I bought a 91 Formula TPI car that had sat for 8 years. It was low mileage and clean. The guy had it a couple years, just dumped a pile of cash into new injectors, then the fuel pump died, so he...
Forum: History / Originality
07-23-2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,019
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 1991 Indy Parade car?

I live in Indy. I am not into what they do now, but back in those days they would slap Indy decals across a variety of models for the parade. They had done that for years. As stated, the decals were...
Forum: Body
07-20-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,825
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Headlight bushing kit

The ones I got from Top Down are nylon.
Forum: History / Originality
08-07-2012, 11:58 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 13,517
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: What's everyone got against Berlinettas?

I think some of us look at it like when we were living through that period of time. You would see a Berlinetta and say "Why didn't they just pony up a few more bucks and get the Z28?".
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2012, 10:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: AC quit working

I jumped the terminals for the pressure switch and it came on.

Thanks guys!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2012, 09:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: AC quit working

I did check that first thing, and I was getting power.

Would that also explain why the secondary fan is not going on?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2012, 08:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: AC quit working

Is the pressure switch the one on the accumulator?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2012, 06:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 791
Posted By Brock Lee

AC quit working

1991 305 TPI, all stock.

Here is the breakdown AC did work, but stopped sometime between last fall and this past spring. I assumed it may be low on refrigerant, so today I took it to have it...
Forum: History / Originality
07-19-2012, 01:37 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 33,700
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Most desirable year.

Decent, higher end 1982's, are kind of hard to find now. I started shopping "used" for third gens around 1988. 1982's were the least valuable at the time and project grade automatics were plentiful....
Forum: History / Originality
04-15-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,735
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 82-83 firebird TA bowling ball hubcaps paint

I have redone 5 sets, 4 were factory black. They very well may have been the aluminum shown, but the black material was vinyl, not paint. I was able to peel the material off with a little help from...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
04-14-2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,067
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: WTB 82-84 Firebird dash pad

FWIW, 84 uses the later rounded corner speaker grilles. I have one damn near mint.
Forum: History / Originality
04-13-2012, 05:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 493
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Am I reading the tech data correctly?

Back when Compnine was around, it would break almost every car down to a 1 of 1. If you push it, with the number of options combinations available, most of these cars are one of a few hundred, or...
Forum: History / Originality
04-10-2012, 02:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 665
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Helpwanting to buy 91 firebird

I have a 91 TPI car and the faulty TPS made mine run like crap.

Be very careful when buying a TPS and make sure you get one for a TPI car as they are different and more expensive than the TBI...
Forum: History / Originality
04-08-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 674
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: questions about 92 bird, is it a base or formula

Yeah, look up the SPID codes (in that year it is usually inside the lid of that little locking compartment on the drivers side hatch area). The VIN does not tell you and many places online and DMV's...
Forum: History / Originality
03-31-2012, 04:01 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,134
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Philosophical Discussion: When will my Firebird and Mustang be classics?

"Classic" is open to interpretation. But car guys are not consistent anyway. Some guys classify a 1969 Coronet with slant 6 and a 1969 Coronet Super Bee Hemi car as both being muscle cars. Yeah, they...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
03-28-2012, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 581
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 82 firebird Center Console

I have one. The plastic back of the console door is cracked and repaired. It latches. The ashtrays could use a freshening up (I see NOS ones out there). It is in good overall shape. It does not have...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
03-28-2012, 10:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 372
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: T-Tops 82 firebird

I will get pics. I have a very clean set of 1982 tops that are mirrored. They have a handful of small scratches in them. Nothing major. They are still in the original bag. I am not sure what shipping...
Forum: Body
03-28-2012, 10:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 517
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 83 Firebird T-Tops

As you likely know, those first couple years have their own latching mechanisms. I have a set of 82's, very clean with only a couple scratches in the original 1982 bag. If interested, PM me.
Forum: Body
03-12-2012, 11:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,697
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Dupli-Color Paint?

I have used it on not so serious stuff and the paint is so loaded with solvents to increase flow out and prevent blushing that it takes years for it to cure fully.
Forum: History / Originality
03-08-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,364
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Our cars 20 years from now.

The factory 350's will lead the pack. Clean, stock versions will likely meet up with middle grade 2nd gens. Clean 305's next in line with a wide range of values depending on model, options, etc. All...
Forum: History / Originality
03-02-2012, 09:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,465
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: NOS Parts

Outside of the obvious stuff, like body panels, NOS parts for these cars are still rather plentiful. Because they are scattered around it takes a little effort, but the prices usually are not what...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-22-2012, 06:43 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 62,817
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 91-92 firebird picturees....post em

Yeah, the Formula makes for a more economical ride...lol. Last I checked, the Charger's 440 is getting about 9 MPG
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-22-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 62,817
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 91-92 firebird picturees....post em

Just under 90K, only the fuel pump and injectors have been changed..warranty repaint in 94.

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=234916&stc=1&d=1329933449
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Forum: History / Originality
02-20-2012, 09:17 AM
Replies: 515
Views: 33,353
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: whats your mileage on your fbody?

My 1991 Formula has just under 90K. I am thinking it is around 87K.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
02-20-2012, 09:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 707
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: New Member in Indy, Just picked up a 91 RS

I am in Greenwood. So if you ever see a black 91 Formula, it is probably me.
Forum: History / Originality
02-16-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,569
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: California IROC in VW commercial?

I grew up there and don't remember the red white and blues until the 90's. Before that, 90% of them were green and white.


http://www.15q.net/ma.html
Forum: History / Originality
02-14-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,569
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: California IROC in VW commercial?

Someone didn't do their research..the Massachusetts plate designs used through most of the commercial, including the moped scene, are 90's-2000's plates.
Forum: History / Originality
02-13-2012, 02:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 620
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Gray Gas Cap

I worked at a gas station in the early 90's. We had boxes of gas caps people forgot to put back on their cars. Sometimes they would come in and say "I left my gas cap, did you see it?" I would grab...
Forum: History / Originality
02-09-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 808
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: finding the original owner

You would be surprised what some states DMV's can do for you if you ask around. I have applied for the title history on a 1982 Trans Am I have and they gave me copies of titles spanning 12 or so...
Forum: History / Originality
02-09-2012, 02:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,023
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Factory Service manuals

Another handy one to get while some are still floating around is the 1982-1992 F body Parts and Illustrations catalog. It is about 4 inches thick and breaks everything down to an Illustrated assembly...
Forum: History / Originality
01-31-2012, 01:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 722
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Maybe someone can explain????

To those reading this looking for buying tips : Look for the ones that appear nice and straight, but don't have current registrations and never move. Knock on the door and ask if it is for sale. You...
Forum: History / Originality
01-27-2012, 11:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,287
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: My 89 Formula early 92

My car received a full paint job back then. I saw it through the various stages. But the paint that was on it was cracking and flaking off down to the sealer. The problem I have now is clearcoat...
Forum: History / Originality
01-27-2012, 02:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,287
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: My 89 Formula early 92

I had to have my 91 black Formula redone in 1993 by GM for the same reason. Is yours still on that same paint job? Mine has some clearcoat delamination in a few spots in recent years.
Forum: History / Originality
01-17-2012, 12:53 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 12,094
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Does every third gen deserve a chance at being saved ?

Rot anywhere in the unibody=death. It simply is not worth fixing when clean cars are readily available for very reasonable money. And in the bad cases, you need donor cars as panels are not...
Forum: History / Originality
01-14-2012, 11:13 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 11,957
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: I wonder how long it'll be before cars like this will be worth saving...

+1

Or cut a hole in the hatch to replace a fuel pump.
Forum: History / Originality
01-08-2012, 02:14 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,015
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: what things do you see wrong with this yellow iroc on ebay ?

There are at least 2 cars shown. Note the engine shots.
Forum: History / Originality
01-03-2012, 02:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,799
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: WS6 wheels

My 91 came with ones similar to those in post #3. But I believe mine are more concave.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-27-2011, 04:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 819
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: camaro shifter

I have one. $30+ shipping.

If you are doing what I think you are doing, I have a 82 T/A shifter (no handle) I will throw in so you can actually see what stock looked like.
Forum: History / Originality
12-27-2011, 04:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,389
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 82 Sill Plates

I have a tan set. Yeah, as said it is a slot versus the lip that joins the retractor housing.
Forum: History / Originality
12-22-2011, 12:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 620
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: I talked to my cars 1st owner today

Thats cool! I found the original owner of my 1969 Charger. I tracked him down and drove the car to surprise him at home, as I assumed he was retired. His neighbors said he still worked and told me...
Forum: History / Originality
12-22-2011, 12:12 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,152
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Figuring out how many 3rd gens are still in existance

Many of the Auto Zoned, rattle can paint job third generation F bodies I was seeing 2-3 years ago have been wrecked/junked.

As previously stated, DMV records will not be accurate as there are...
Forum: History / Originality
12-18-2011, 12:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 794
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Any way to get the door keys remade

A locksmith can get the job done no matter what year your car is. I bought the stuff to do it myself as I go through a lot of cars (usually scrapping). If you have no keys at all, they use the...
Forum: History / Originality
12-10-2011, 11:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,885
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: factory paint defects

I am one of those that had a GM warranty repaint. The dealer I bought it from had a collision department, so they painted it right there. GM paid for everything, even the loaner car. The paint issues...
Forum: History / Originality
12-10-2011, 11:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 15,140
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: 1982-83 vs 1984-92 Camaro dash pad different?

On Firebirds, there are 3 main styles:

1982-3 have the stitching on the front and speaker grilles that just show vertical lines from the top, no "boarder". The recesses for the grilles have crisp...
Forum: History / Originality
10-30-2011, 03:11 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 19,796
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: New Dash Pad Discontinued!!!!! I found the solution!!!

Exactly, people want to pay $125 for them shipped. Shipping is atleast half of that. It isn't worth the trouble.
Forum: History / Originality
10-29-2011, 07:39 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 19,796
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: New Dash Pad Discontinued!!!!! I found the solution!!!

Don't waste your time. They are a pain to sell. Its hard to get $125 for a clean one shipped.
Forum: History / Originality
10-18-2011, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,856
Posted By Brock Lee

Re: Bought some GM oem style key caps

I never had a bad key from the computer deals, but I haven't had many made either. Ideally I would prefer to have a dealership make my key. All a locksmith uses is an old simple pantograph that 1:1...
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