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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-22-2024, 10:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,208
Posted By tajoe

Re: Flaming Chicken hood decal on Power Bulge Hood

Ooops, sorry, repost.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-22-2024, 10:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,208
Posted By tajoe

Re: Flaming Chicken hood decal on Power Bulge Hood

No, they never did. Maybe I should've checked my spam. I did see a kit listed for 3rd gens, but wanted to know if it was specific to the power bulge hood, or the flat one. I'll send them another and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-05-2024, 07:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,208
Posted By tajoe

Re: Flaming Chicken hood decal on Power Bulge Hood

I don't see it. Doesn't even look close. Wish there was another angle. I'll maybe contact them for more info. Thanks.
P.S. Just Emailed Phoenix graphics , and waiting for a response.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-05-2024, 03:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,208
Posted By tajoe

Re: Flaming Chicken hood decal on Power Bulge Hood

Thanks for posting. Didn't know this exists. But it doesn't look like it'll work well on a power bulge hood. If you scroll up to post 11+21, you'll see the location of the birds mouth and flame, on...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-04-2024, 05:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,208
Posted By tajoe

Re: Flaming Chicken hood decal on Power Bulge Hood

Exactly what I've been contemplating...for years now. Because the turbo hoods are the same width, on the 2nd, and 3rd gens, it would work that way. But the length on the 3rd gen is shorter by a few...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-20-2024, 08:49 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Yeah, I can see the clearance benefits of that type of system.
Had to put mainshaft brgs in my daughters 2014 Scion TC a couple yrs ago, and when I had the tranny out, it had the release brg on the...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-20-2024, 05:11 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

The spacer block you see above IS using the factory rubber mount...under it. That's why I needed to modify the X-member... to lower it. It doesn't mount on the top, now, but on the welded pad to the...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-19-2024, 10:41 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Welcome back. Glad to hear of your progress. Mine came to a halt a year ago. Had a head of steam going, then had an abrupt change of priorities. Been unable to get back to it, and don't see it...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
09-19-2023, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 984
Posted By tajoe

Re: For Sale: NOS 82-82 Clutch Linkage BRACKETS 14078559 & 14078558

Good luck to you and the Red Sox. You'ld have better success getting a bill passed thru congress, than getting a reply to this. Then again, maybe he'll like you better.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-20-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,783
Posted By tajoe

Re: FS: AC Delete Pulley

Whoa! Finally. Good deal.
Forum: History / Originality
06-13-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 10,122
Posted By tajoe

Re: Look what followed me home. ‘87 Formula

Sweet. Now let's have a "performance" comparison. Drag times with it open, and closed. :thumbsup:
Forum: History / Originality
06-11-2023, 04:39 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 10,122
Posted By tajoe

Re: Look what followed me home. ‘87 Formula

Wow. Nice shot. Is it yours, or generic? Looks brandy new, or lots of clear coat.
Forum: History / Originality
06-11-2023, 02:29 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 10,122
Posted By tajoe

Re: Look what followed me home. ‘87 Formula

Not a fan of hood insulation on a performance car. It can get pretty messy. but if already in place, and is serviceable, i would leave it...for now.
Forum: History / Originality
06-10-2023, 10:04 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 10,122
Posted By tajoe

Re: Look what followed me home. ‘87 Formula

Mines an 84, and not sure if your linkage is different. But I would remove the screw securing the solenoid lever to the flapper shaft, remove the entire solenoid, and linkage and save. Reinstall the...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-03-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Glad to hear you've graduated. The college scam in this country is atrocious. Had 2 daughters go through, and what a bunch of sh!t the requirements are. I'm assuming all your posts are on a mobile...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-16-2023, 05:24 PM
Replies: 791
Views: 31,207
Posted By tajoe

Re: 1983 Trans am restore, finally

LOL. No, i mean their wiring harness. I guess they're the latest and greatest.
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-16-2023, 03:46 PM
Replies: 791
Views: 31,207
Posted By tajoe

Re: 1983 Trans am restore, finally

Nice find. Maybe time for a "Painless" kit?
Forum: Engine Swap
02-07-2023, 08:56 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Thanks. In another "holding pattern". More unscheduled projects keeping me outta the garage. Soon I hope.
Glad to hear your car is co-operating. Any more photos?
Forum: Engine Swap
02-07-2023, 03:40 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Welcome back "Superman". I agree with the RA manifolds too. At least for a streeter.
Forum: Engine Swap
01-30-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Your car with AC should be OK. The other 3rd gen guy, who's already done that swap, had the AC box, and the downpipe fit. Not sure if he had to modify it to fit, but putting a Pontiac into the 3rd...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-24-2023, 12:39 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

The holiday season is a killer for me, with work, and social obligations, so my projects always go on hold. Most of that is now behind me, and the normal daily grind should get back on track........
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-30-2022, 04:12 PM
Replies: 791
Views: 31,207
Posted By tajoe

Re: 1983 Trans am restore, finally

We have faith in you Stue. I'm sure you'll do OK. :)
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-29-2022, 03:14 PM
Replies: 791
Views: 31,207
Posted By tajoe

Re: 1983 Trans am restore, finally

What he said.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-25-2022, 02:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By tajoe

Re: Happy Turkey Day

@Aaron R,..."Funny stuff. LOL
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/265x190/rolf_f417ae2ae97756ff5c290892321e2ed57612ccb3.jpg
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-24-2022, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By tajoe

Happy Turkey Day

Wishing all the members a decent holiday. Enjoy.
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/800x445/happy_thanksgiving_website_800x445_758d5a182cfe2be978bd0a30b4bbc50ad1fedb58.png
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-17-2022, 04:47 PM
Replies: 791
Views: 31,207
Posted By tajoe

Re: 1983 Trans am restore, finally

Hopefully not an HEI. I hear the new Pertronix brand is pretty good. Or maybe even the MSD. Others will probably have a different view. (I'm sure)
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-17-2022, 04:15 PM
Replies: 791
Views: 31,207
Posted By tajoe

Re: 1983 Trans am restore, finally

I'm sure I'll take flack for this, but I never could stand the HEIs, since they came out. I had a few that were OK for a time, and one that was in a late 70s firebird, that gave me fits for over a...
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-13-2022, 09:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,045
Posted By tajoe

Re: '84 Trans Am, back from the dead and killed again

Nicely done. You didn't mention the rear-end. What's behind that machine?
Forum: Engine Swap
11-12-2022, 07:35 AM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

To access the upper fwd nut, and by going thru the spring perch, you mean this way? you can just barely see the upper nut, (looking thru the top coil)...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-11-2022, 04:16 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

This is how I accessed the lower bolts, pretty easy.
https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/bb453/tajoe/84_mounts_004.JPG?width=590&height=370&fit=bounds...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-10-2022, 06:56 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Haven't gotten to them ...yet. But I was under the impression the locations were easier to access.
(I'm still in the fall leaf/yard clean-up.):(
Forum: Engine Swap
11-02-2022, 04:41 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 97,482
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac 455 swap. sooooo much fun.

Have fun. Hope to see some pics. :thumbsup:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2022, 12:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

"TROLL" your classified ad? Really? Just saying your hood was missing pieces, that you knew nothing about. Sorry you took it as offensive.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2022, 08:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

Now that's thinking outside the box. I do have a N/A 4 bbl intake for a 301, but the entire purpose of my build, is to use the original turbo plenum, as designed by the engineers, just for the...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-29-2022, 05:24 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Can't wait to see your progress.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-29-2022, 05:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

Nope, only with the plastic pan off the hood, and the air cleaner housing off. Ahh, who needs air cleaners anyway?;)
Forum: Engine Swap
10-28-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Do you have a build thread anywhere on your car? Would be interesting to see another transformation.
Forum: Engine Swap
10-28-2022, 11:18 AM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

The turbo intake is a prehistoric component, and only fits a 301 eng..Today there are far better options for more power outta the traditional Pontiac V8.
I'm using this set-up in my 84 purely for...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2022, 10:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

Another good idea, and another thanks. appreciate the tips.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2022, 10:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

@Fbird 88 Good advice. Makes sense. Thanks. Personally, I would just keep it open all the time, rather than mess with the opening of the flap.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2022, 10:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

The 2nd gen T/As went back and forth with their shaker hood. same principle, pulling high pressure air at the base of the windshield. My 73 had the plate removed, and I drove it daily, with it open....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2022, 08:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

Tinkering is the fun part of the hobby. I wish my car was at the point of tinkering. Still in the "get it together" stage, but you know what they say. The journey is 1/2 the fun. LOL. (They haven't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Re: Power Bulge Hood

Cool. Is the vacuum sw adjustable? Think it would work better if it opened sooner?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-27-2022, 06:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,056
Posted By tajoe

Power Bulge Hood

I know this sounds more like a 'body part" category, but it relates to engine performance. Seems to be some controversy on the function of the power bulge hoods on the early 3rd gen. T/A,s, and the...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
10-27-2022, 03:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,068
Posted By tajoe

Re: '83 Trans Am turbo hood with screened cowl

If you were a real performance enthusiast, the cold air package is the only way to go. Especially since your hood has the functional grate, and not a block off plate. And I disagree, most people who...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
10-27-2022, 11:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,068
Posted By tajoe

Re: '83 Trans Am turbo hood with screened cowl

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/84_powerbulge_002_1d508a37a6b817ce0008d94d87682f16fc04319a.jpg
For $500, (W/O shipping), maybe it would move quicker, if it was...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-27-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 657
Important/Useful : Pontiac V8 Swaps
Views: 203,563
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac V8 Swaps

Beast? LOL. It's a 301. It's not much different than the 305, power wise, size and weight wise. It literally weighs the same. Maybe a touch wider. But there is a minor height issue with the turbo...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-27-2022, 02:33 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 97,482
Posted By tajoe

Re: Pontiac 455 swap. sooooo much fun.

2nd gens work on the set-up, but not a bolt in. Need-ta drill new holes, (in the K-frame cross-member) in the proper location. Altho there are multiple holes down there, "none" are for a Pontiac V-8....
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
10-27-2022, 02:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,068
Posted By tajoe

Re: '83 Trans Am turbo hood with screened cowl

Looks like the plastic pan underneath is missing.
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