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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

Thanks everyone, for all your help with this thread. My Camaro hit the end of its lifespan, today. Natural causes of a Cadillac pulling out in front of me, in an intersection. The front bumper is...

Forum: V6

07-24-2013, 03:52 AM

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

CTS was replaced, when I purchased the car, and cooling fan kicks on at correct temp. I haven't done the resistance test, yet
I can test em. Just give me the specs, and I'll get you the results....

Forum: V6

07-18-2013, 04:25 PM

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bad oil leak

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: bad oil leak

Yes, you are one-hundred percent correct. The distributor shaft o-ring is a known issue, with the RWD 2.8, 3.1, and 3.4L V6s. Yes the 3.4L has a distributor shaft, just minus the distributor, and yes...

Forum: V6

07-18-2013, 04:16 PM

Replies: 66

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

I recently decided to test my off-road capabilities, with my thirdgen. Drove through a very deep body of water, and by "deep" I mean about 8-9" deep. Needless to say I was unsuccessful after the all...

Forum: V6

05-27-2013, 11:03 AM

Replies: 66

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

The good news: I don't need to do compression test, to figure out what is causing my misfire.

The bad news: My exhaust has informed me of the problem, namely, by spitting out gobs of water at...

Forum: V6

05-27-2013, 10:59 AM

Replies: 14

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: An Ode to Our 3rd Gen Longevity

I understand how you have such extensive knowledge of these cars now. You know because you have completely torn down a bunch of them. That is awesome, dude.

Forum: V6

05-27-2013, 10:58 AM

Replies: 14

Views: 4,552

Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: An Ode to Our 3rd Gen Longevity

Dan, have you ever considered buying the tooling, from GM and remaking our Thirdgens?
With your ingenuity and perseverance, you could make millions. Plus the new model would be capable of...

Forum: V6

04-28-2013, 03:18 AM

Replies: 14

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: An Ode to Our 3rd Gen Longevity

That's impressive. Both cars are and a very awesome rebuild. I'm glad you held onto that Camaro, given your situation. Most people would have sold it.

Forum: V6

04-18-2013, 12:49 PM

Replies: 66

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

Thanks. I'm going to order the gasket set. the gasket doesn't show to be an exact fit, but it looks very close, to what I need. Otherwise, I may go get a used throttle body, from a boneyard.

As...

Forum: V6

04-18-2013, 12:21 PM

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yes another speedometer question but maybe someone will be able to help

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: An Ode to Our 3rd Gen Longevity

13's in a 1/4 with a street driven V6 is impressive, I see that low-RPM torque got you the faster 60' time too.

I still haven't figured out how to put up a picture on here.

To give the...

Forum: V6

03-28-2013, 02:46 PM

Replies: 8

Views: 1,075

Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: yes another speedometer question but maybe someone will be able to help

To scan your trouble codes, turn the key to the "ON" position, but do not start the vehicle. You can buy a scanner, or use a paper clip, to check the codes. You will be looking for a black,...

Forum: V6

03-28-2013, 02:21 PM

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questions for 92 firebird 3.1 v6

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: questions for 92 firebird 3.1 v6

As far as maximizing your performance, well how much money do you want to spend? There are a ton of amazing builds, for the 60* platform, and guys on here pushing 300-500 HP.

I can give you some...

Forum: V6

03-28-2013, 02:12 PM

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questions for 92 firebird 3.1 v6

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: questions for 92 firebird 3.1 v6

Well, grab any decent turbo muffler, and if you can, remove your catalytic converter. That'll keep the engine comfortably quiet, during part throttle cruise, and give you a statement making growl,...

Forum: V6

03-28-2013, 02:02 PM

Replies: 33

random engine light + misfire/studder

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: random engine light + misfire/studder

As far as the electrical problems, good luck. I know very little about electrical problems, and try to avoid them, if I can.

Code 12 is the Distributor reference pulse. Code 12 will flash every...

Forum: V6

03-19-2013, 02:30 PM

Replies: 14

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Posted By ItstillaV6

An Ode to Our 3rd Gen Longevity

I'm starting this thread, for all of the V6, 3rd Gen owners out there.

Here are the rules, and they are simple. I want to know how many miles were on your 3rd Gen F-Body, when you bought it, how...

Forum: V6

03-19-2013, 02:23 PM

Replies: 66

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

I have a couple updates, on my troubleshooting, to share.

First, I pulled the IAC valve cover plate, off the top of the throttle body. ****Note**** DO NOT DO THIS, unless you plan on using...

Forum: V6

03-18-2013, 03:29 PM

Replies: 36

Starts/runs when cold, stalls when hot

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: Starts/runs when cold, stalls when hot

If my fuel pump fails, I'm scrapping my car. End of story. Then I'm driving to Detroit and finding the engineer, that was responsible for designing the fuel tank and placement. I'm, then, going to...

Forum: V6

03-18-2013, 03:26 PM

Replies: 36

Starts/runs when cold, stalls when hot

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: Starts/runs when cold, stalls when hot

To answer the tach problem, yes, Maverick is dead on here. If your tach signal is dropping out and not reading, then you have a faulty ignition part. Your ignition coil being bad can cause it, but...

Forum: V6

03-18-2013, 03:00 PM

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3.1 V6 Running Rich problem!?

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: 3.1 V6 Running Rich problem!?

White smoke, on a cold start can also be moisture in the exhaust. However, a lot of white smoke pouring out during warm operation could indicate a coolant leak. The antifreeze will burn, and the...

Forum: V6

03-06-2013, 04:32 PM

Replies: 61

Is there one v6 That runs great on here?

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: Is there one v6 That runs great on here?

Most of the problems on here are electrical, which is no surprise to me. I know some of the people, who used to make those electrical components. I have a Delphi-Packard Electric production plant, 15...

Forum: V6

03-06-2013, 04:30 PM

Replies: 61

Is there one v6 That runs great on here?

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: Is there one v6 That runs great on here?

True, true. My 3.1L doesn't run 100%, but she still starts everyday and gets around 24-26mpg combined city/highway(est close to 30mpg after I remove cat). The reason V8 guys don't post as many...

Forum: V6

03-06-2013, 04:18 PM

Replies: 66

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

Thanks, that helps out a lot. I really didn't want to pull the plenum.

Just curious, what is the CTS stand for? I won't have any trouble finding the wires, but I want to know what I'm testing...

Forum: V6

02-28-2013, 02:28 PM

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

I have one more post, that I forgot to add. The general ECM codes, in the Haynes manual, suggested my code 43 is being caused by a faulty TPS.(OBD-I Haynes Manual).Camaro Haynes manual lists the...

Forum: V6

02-28-2013, 02:22 PM

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v6 ICM questions

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: v6 ICM questions

I haven't found too many places, including Summit Racing, that makes a "performance" replacement ICM to fit in your stock distributor.

I do know, that the stock V6 distributors are a "problem"...

Forum: V6

02-27-2013, 03:59 PM

Replies: 66

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

Thanks, that does help a lot. I am planning on pulling my ECM, and apparently Autozone can test them now. I just learned, from a Chilton manual, that the MEMCAL controls all that stuff. I don't think...

Forum: V6

02-27-2013, 03:47 PM

Replies: 11

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: smog pump removal

I'm not sure on an 88 350 V8. I believe the casting changed, from the first gen V8 castings in 87. Best place to find info for 350 V8's be on Car Craft.com, or by picking up a Chevy Small Block...

Forum: V6

02-13-2013, 03:52 PM

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How do I set the timing on a 91 camaro rs 3.1

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: How do I set the timing on a 91 camaro rs 3.1

As far as advanced modifications, that will improve economy? Well, I have a couple of those too.

1. Air Cleaner: If you are keeping the stock setup, buy a K & N. However your best bet will be to...

Forum: V6

02-13-2013, 03:28 PM

Replies: 9

How do I set the timing on a 91 camaro rs 3.1

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: How do I set the timing on a 91 camaro rs 3.1

10* will get you excellent fuel economy, however, running 12-14* base timing may help improve it more. It could make it worse. There are a lot of factors, when estimating how to improve fuel economy....

Forum: V6

02-13-2013, 03:06 PM

Replies: 66

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

Thanks, that narrows my stalling and code 43 down to the original plan of testing my injectors and a possible faulty ECM. I'm going to guess that the knock decoder board, like the CALPAK is located...

Forum: V6

02-12-2013, 05:43 PM

Replies: 66

91' Firebird 3.1 v6 will Stall at Idle when Stoped in Drive & Reverse

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: !992 Camaro V6 help.

I have ran into something new. I'm trying to figure why my car has had idling issues, and whether engine sensors, fuel injectors, or the ECM is defective.

I haven't tested the injectors yet. Guys...

Forum: V6

02-04-2013, 04:33 PM

Replies: 24

Views: 17,250

Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: 91' Firebird 3.1 v6 will Stall at Idle when Stoped in Drive & Reverse

I have a similar problem, except I am getting code 43, randomly. When I checked the code and troubleshooting guide, in my Haynes manual, it comes back as poor connectivity or open circuit with the...

Forum: V6

02-01-2013, 01:27 PM

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Idling Problems TPS Related?

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: Idling Problems TPS Related?

Idling issues can be caused by a lot of different factors. I can give some "general" things to look for.

1. Check all vacuum line for holes/deterioration. Replace the bad ones, and plug off any...

Forum: V6

02-01-2013, 01:09 PM

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Coolant leak, need to replace gaskets to fix. What is the name of this part (pics).

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: smog pump removal

Nobody believes me, that i get the mileage I get, either. I tell them, that I can go over 500 miles on one tank, and they are just stunned.

Hell, with a turbo, I'm not surprised that you are...

Forum: V6

02-01-2013, 01:05 PM

Replies: 51

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: Coolant leak, need to replace gaskets to fix. What is the name of this part (pics

You can find videos, on YouTube, that show how to replace freeze plugs. I'm not looking forward to replacing mine, but it doesn't look too hard. They can be tapped out with a screwdriver, though I...

Forum: V6

01-31-2013, 12:14 PM

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Important/Useful : How to get the most power/speed out of your v6 car

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: How to get the most power/speed out of your v6 car

The chips, from Summit racing, that are directly off the shelf and Stage 1, will give around 5-8 HP. I called and asked for a chip, and the salesperson wanted to sell me one that gave 10-15 HP(and...

Forum: V6

01-31-2013, 12:01 PM

Replies: 11

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: smog pump removal

Here is the instructions, Maverick gave me, and they work perfectly.

Forum: V6

01-31-2013, 11:58 AM

Replies: 11

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: smog pump removal

I succeeded in removing the AIR Pump. I'll explain in detail how to do it. You may also need to remove your A/C, and move the PS Pump. Maverick gave me instructions how to do that, and I'll post it...

Forum: V6

01-31-2013, 11:53 AM

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Posted By ItstillaV6

Re: smog pump removal

I have completed this project, on my '92 Camaro, with a 3.1L V6. I'll go find my post, and copy it here for you. You will not NEED the idler, from an '89 2.8L, BUT I recommend that you use it, if you...

Forum: V6

01-31-2013, 11:30 AM

Replies: 66