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Forum: Electronics
03-20-2019, 02:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 24,234
Posted By haps

Re: Installing a horn button

Gonna weigh in here. Classic Industries no longer sells them. Can't seem to find anyone that has a set. May need to do the modification route.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
03-20-2019, 01:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 217
Posted By haps

Airbag horn switches needed.

Need an airbag horn switch assembly for 90-92 Camaro. Send me a PM, thanks!
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
08-07-2018, 07:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,141
Posted By haps

Re: Good working dash or dash pad vents- anyone need any?

90-92 Passenger side vent?
Forum: TPI
06-08-2018, 07:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,066
Posted By haps

Re: Initial High Idle Question. Need a TPI expert.

Thanks very much for this thread. I'm having the same issues with my 91 and I've already put an aftermarket computer in it. May need to look for a used OEM.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
12-20-2017, 11:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,485
Posted By haps

Re: Mint Z28!!! Amazing ad.

Those louvers were available in 89, cause I had 'em. lol. Dead sexy.....in 89.
Forum: TPI
12-19-2017, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 400
Posted By haps

Re: OE injectors

Refunded my money and shipped the injectors....they're workin fast.


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/772x417/80-fi2_ab5b7132f32df9e93909ead0a0f8196138ef31ef.png
Forum: TPI
12-19-2017, 01:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 400
Posted By haps

OE injectors

I've been looking for a place to refurbish my stock injectors. Ran across this...
Forum: Interior
11-07-2017, 03:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,418
Posted By haps

Re: Front seats reupholstered, now my head rubs.....

I'm 6' and I can sit in the passenger seat and I have a little more clearance. Weird. For future purchasers, these...
Forum: Interior
11-02-2017, 12:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,418
Posted By haps

Front seats reupholstered, now my head rubs.....

Power drivers seat, new foam, new covers. Installed, looks good, get in and my head rubs the headliner. The seat appears to be lowered as far down as possible, yet my head rubs. I'm thinking the...
Forum: Body
11-24-2015, 10:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,068
Posted By haps

Re: Paint subframe

Knock yourself out. It'll be fine.
Forum: Body
10-13-2015, 08:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,248
Posted By haps

Re: Trunk lock cylinder

That looks like a first gen trunk lock:

http://www.classicindustries.com/product/1969/camaro/parts/tk1032.html

Regardless, it appears you received the wrong part.
Forum: Body
10-13-2015, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,248
Posted By haps

Re: Trunk lock cylinder

Post a pic. My new one looked like my old one.
Forum: Body
10-13-2015, 07:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,248
Posted By haps

Re: Trunk lock cylinder

I just replaced my door and hatch cylinders not even an hour ago, bought a 5 lock set from Classic Industries. Took me 20 minutes. Does the old and new cylinder look alike? Post pics. This is my...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-13-2015, 10:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,957
Posted By haps

Re: Remove IMPOSSIBLE Pinstripes

I'd try lacquer thinner first. Test a spot in an inconspicuous area that's related to the area your working (fender=fender, door=door). If color comes off then don't use it. If it's clean then use...
Forum: Body
10-12-2015, 07:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Yes. I believe they are.
Forum: Body
10-12-2015, 06:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

All good products.
Forum: Body
10-12-2015, 05:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Please don't. This is not a good idea and it exacerbates the stigma already related to our cars.
Forum: Body
10-11-2015, 07:31 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Every single stage I've used requires hardener, the paint won't cure without it. In my past I've had to wash entire cars with lacquer thinner because the painter forgot to add hardener. I haven't...
Forum: Body
10-10-2015, 02:19 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Maaco is a great resource if you know how to use it.
Forum: Body
10-10-2015, 01:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Do it all the time. I like the catalyst part of the mix rather than the "air dry" spray bomb. Consistently better finished products with mixed materials.

Run down to the local Maaco and have...
Forum: Body
10-10-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Please don't use rattlecan primer. Please. Ask your local Maaco if they seal the car before spraying. If so, there is probably no need to prime the entire car. However, it's always good to primer...
Forum: Body
10-10-2015, 10:40 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Yes, single stage with clear is a lower cost alternative than the BC/CC and I would dare anyone to spot the difference.

I use this primer...
Forum: Body
10-10-2015, 10:03 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Absolutely. Put your painting skills to work spot priming the areas that need attention. Primer is WAY more forgiving than any topcoat. Research feather edge sanding, block sanding and priming. ...
Forum: Body
10-10-2015, 09:35 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Then strip the car before you take it up there. Take everything off, pull the glass, headlights, taillights, et al. Maaco will do a much better job than you will considering it's your first time. ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-10-2015, 07:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,957
Posted By haps

Re: Remove IMPOSSIBLE Pinstripes

No, it won't. Solvent or sand and buff are about the only option. Dangerous if you don't know what the substrate is.
Forum: Body
10-10-2015, 07:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,998
Posted By haps

Re: Paint guys.. Need some advice

Maaco?
Forum: Brakes
10-06-2015, 11:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,077
Posted By haps

Re: My Baer 14" 6S front brake upgrade.

I'd be interested in getting the details on the hub/spindle/bracketry for this setup up. I see you had an existing Baer kit already, is that off the shelf stuff or proprietary from Baer?


edit: ...
Forum: Body
09-29-2015, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,197
Posted By haps

Re: 91 Z28 front spoiler

Second. Jegs had the best price plus shipping when I purchased mine about 6 weeks ago. Air ducts were horrible as were the end caps. Many, many, many hours sanding and several coats of primer to...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-28-2015, 02:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,689
Posted By haps

Re: anybody recognize these stripes?

Individual. Not a factory option I'm aware of.
Forum: Body
09-17-2015, 05:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,480
Posted By haps

Re: How to find Polyurethane welding rods on ebay?

If it's a cosmetic repair, I've had good luck with this:

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/170x355/80-91ggtnewy9l_sy355__bad718d1532f8d1b82bdea34f6756d6b7736bc5e.jpg

But...
Forum: Body
09-17-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,449
Posted By haps

Re: 1AAuto good for cosmetic parts?

The first shipment of sweeps they sent me were damaged. Someone clearly bent the sweeps to get them in the shipping box. Called, talked with a human that apologized, and I had a new set, shipped in...
Forum: Body
09-16-2015, 03:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,449
Posted By haps

Re: 1AAuto good for cosmetic parts?

I purchased and just installed the window sweeps and a full door kit for my coupe from RockAuto. They were a bit cheaper than 1A. The sweeps needed 4 out of 7 holes relocated and the door...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
09-15-2015, 10:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 986
Posted By haps

Door striker/lock bolts

Would anyone happen to have three of these bolts lying around? I can't seem to find the ones that I had. I'm certain I bagged and tagged them properly, just not sure what happened after that. I...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
09-08-2015, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,754
Posted By haps

Re: 91-92 Camaro third brake light

Please delete. I found one.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
08-27-2015, 06:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,754
Posted By haps

91-92 Camaro third brake light

(MODS DELETE) I found one. Thanks.


Need one complete with the mount. Thanks.
Forum: Body
07-07-2015, 08:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,154
Posted By haps

Re: Metal that is and isn't structural

From an engineering point of view, I would think that every member in a unibody car was put there for a reason. I would also argue that every member supports a load. Auto manufacturers typically...
Forum: Body
07-01-2015, 05:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,718
Posted By haps

Re: Having Difficulty Finding the Right Color\Pearl Combo

I've put a green pearl mid-coat over black and it turned the black a dark shade of green. I've taken the same green pearl mid-coat and put it over metallic gold and it only slightly changed the gold...
Forum: Body
06-30-2015, 07:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,718
Posted By haps

Re: Having Difficulty Finding the Right Color\Pearl Combo

Look up House of Kolor Kandies. Depending on the base, pearls may not give you what you want.
Forum: Body
06-07-2015, 02:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,962
Posted By haps

Re: To Strip Or Not To Strip That Is The Question

This'll help. Don't forget part 2.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42uFt1GZVqM
Forum: Body
06-06-2015, 08:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,962
Posted By haps

Re: To Strip Or Not To Strip That Is The Question

I just finished stripping the hood of my 91. Aircraft stripper and 80grit on a da and a few hours. You'll be glad you did.
Forum: Body
05-11-2015, 08:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,962
Posted By haps

Re: To Strip Or Not To Strip That Is The Question

A professional would know that peeling paint is a sign of delamination and the best way to deal with delamination is to strip the panel. Feathering peeling paint is just a bad idea, plain and...
Forum: Cooling
11-23-2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By haps

Re: My cooling conundrum...

Huh. Well then. If that's true, then I suppose I can assume the following:
-The ECM works
-TunerPro is capturing accurate data....even if it is in deg C
-The new temp sensor in the front of the...
Forum: Cooling
11-19-2014, 07:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By haps

Re: My cooling conundrum...

Well done sir. As an engineer, I probably should have seen that. This is 'merica after all, so I went with F.
Forum: Cooling
11-19-2014, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By haps

Re: My cooling conundrum...

Celsius?!? WTF? Does Tunerpro indicate that it's Celsius? Did I miss it? Thanks very much sof.
Forum: Body
11-14-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,538
Posted By haps

Re: My 87 Camaro Iroc-z28 Dumpster Paint Paintjob

http://media.tumblr.com/dcde3804f184acdf8d1f440c908308d4/tumblr_inline_mq54c1MxLr1qz4rgp.gif
Forum: Cooling
11-10-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,541
Posted By haps

Re: 91 Camaro Z28 cooling fan issue???

No apology necessary, legit question. Happy 239th B-day to the Marines btw.
Forum: Cooling
11-10-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By haps

Re: My cooling conundrum...

I would also add that I'd like to keep things stock without the addition of rheostats and the like. I'd like to solve this problem within the confines of the design from the factory. TIA.
Forum: Cooling
11-10-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By haps

My cooling conundrum...

My apologies to youngblood as I hijacked his thread, so I figured I start my own.
91 Z28 350 dual fans. The goal is to get my gauge to read (at least close) to the 238 driver fan on and 220 off...
Forum: Cooling
11-10-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,541
Posted By haps

Re: 91 Camaro Z28 cooling fan issue???

Simple. It worked just fine from the factory and that's the way it was designed. Can it be improved? Sure, but there's just no need. I command a better than average ability to understand a...
Forum: Cooling
11-09-2014, 07:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,541
Posted By haps

Re: 91 Camaro Z28 cooling fan issue???

Thanks, but I'd rather getting everything working as it did from the factory. Mine will work, just gotta figure it out. Sorry about your engine loss....at least your mind is off your cooling...
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