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Forum: Electronics
03-24-2016, 03:30 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,899
Posted By element114401

Re: No Gauge Lights in the Camaro

I'm not sure. There's a plastic piece under the vents that has a lens on it, and what looks like a holder for a socket for a 194 bulb would go, similar to what is behind the gauges. However there was...
Forum: Electronics
03-22-2016, 03:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,899
Posted By element114401

Re: No Gauge Lights in the Camaro

Solved! Over the weekend I finally found the problem that has been plaguing me for over a year now. Turns out the previous owner had buggered up (what I assume to be) the "ashtray light". I had never...
Forum: Electronics
03-17-2016, 08:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,899
Posted By element114401

Re: No Gauge Lights in the Camaro

Good idea, however the fuse blows even when the entire cluster is removed from the car. Although I do plan on replacing all the bulbs before I throw the cluster back in if I ever get this short...
Forum: Electronics
03-17-2016, 06:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,899
Posted By element114401

Re: No Gauge Lights in the Camaro

I was under the impression that the remote dimmer module is only on the Trans Ams. Is that incorrect?
Forum: Electronics
03-17-2016, 05:19 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,899
Posted By element114401

No Gauge Lights in the Camaro

I haven't had gauge lights in my '88 Camaro in over a year now. Every time I turn on my lights, the "Inst Lps" 5A fuse blows. Sometimes after ~30 seconds, sometimes instantly. Usually instantly.
...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-27-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,018
Posted By element114401

Re: tire size help

I had a set of Nitto Drag Radials on the back of my base '88 with stock rims. The dimensions were 275/60R15. Never had problems with rubbing or anything. AFAIK, there weren't any modifications to...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-28-2011, 05:06 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,543
Posted By element114401

Re: Parting 91 z28 in TN

Excellent seller. My taillights came perfectly packaged, and are installed on my car now. Five outta five stars! :D
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-20-2011, 08:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,865
Posted By element114401

Re: Parting a 86 iroc

I need both. Thanks though!
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-20-2011, 08:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,543
Posted By element114401

Re: Parting 91 z28 in TN

Selling the IROC taillights?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-20-2011, 07:57 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,865
Posted By element114401

Re: Parting a 86 iroc

Still got the taillights? They'd be going to 50701.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-20-2011, 06:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 948
Posted By element114401

Re: Exterior and Interior parts. Take a Look

Dibs on tail lights if mymonkey562 or rkg8554 don't claim them. 87whiteiroc, PM me if they don't take them.
Forum: Carburetors
01-19-2011, 07:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

Exactly what I needed to know. Thank you.

Is the vacuum advance distributor okay, or would that have problems with the manual transmission?
Forum: Carburetors
01-13-2011, 02:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

So would that air valve system work okay with a manual transmission, or should I look for a double pumper?
Forum: Carburetors
01-12-2011, 08:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

Mechanical secondaries are required for a manual transmission, correct? What is this Edelbrock "air valve" thing? Is that the same as a mechanical secondary?
Forum: Carburetors
01-12-2011, 12:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

Great! I'll take your suggestions into consideration. Thanks for the information!
Forum: Carburetors
01-12-2011, 12:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

Alright. So what about this setup:

Dizzy: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MSD-8362/
Carb: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/EDL-1801/
Manifold: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/PFS-52001/...
Forum: Carburetors
01-09-2011, 10:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

Bump. Help please. I need to buy parts so that I can pull her out and get her all fixed up in the spring.
Forum: Carburetors
01-05-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

My car has the five speed manual transmission though, so I wouldn't have that cable, would I? IIRC I have one cable for the throttle and another for the cruise control.

Also, when switching from...
Forum: Carburetors
01-05-2011, 07:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

Great. Thank you for the information. The previous owner already wired the fans to the ignition so that shouldn't be a problem. It seems like a pretty simple, straight forward swap.
Forum: Carburetors
01-04-2011, 09:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

Re: TBI to Carb Questions

I've already read through that. My questions aren't directly addressed. Hence why I made this thread.
Forum: Carburetors
01-04-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,841
Posted By element114401

TBI to Carb Questions

I have an 1988 Camaro with the 305 5.0L that I would like to convert from TBI to carb. I've read through the tech articles and the threads I could find.

If anyone could answer these questions for...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-24-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 524
Posted By element114401

Re: WTB Iroc grill!!

Thanks, but I have purchased one.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-22-2010, 10:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 303
Posted By element114401

Re: IROC Grill Insert

Bought one from I_R_O_C_Z_2_8. Thread closed.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-22-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 303
Posted By element114401

Re: IROC Grill Insert

Yes. That's the one. Or the one with the bowtie in front. From what I understand they will both fit on my '88 Camaro.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-22-2010, 02:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 303
Posted By element114401

IROC Grill Insert

I'm looking to buy an IROC grill insert in good or better condition. It would need to be shipped to 50701 (Waterloo, IA). Thanks!
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-22-2010, 02:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 524
Posted By element114401

Re: WTB Iroc grill!!

Thanks, but I would like one that doesn't need any work done to it right away.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-22-2010, 12:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 524
Posted By element114401

Re: WTB Iroc grill!!

Sorry to bring back an old thread, but I'm looking for the IROC grill as well. Do either of you still have any for sale?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-22-2010, 12:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By element114401

Re: IROC Z GRILL

Is this still available?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-21-2010, 04:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 346
Posted By element114401

Re: 87 Iroc Lights

What would the total be including shipping to 50701? I'll PM you my number; I would like to see some pics.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-21-2010, 01:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 587
Posted By element114401

Re: parting out 1986 iroc-z--tpi

Tail lights to 50701?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-21-2010, 01:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 346
Posted By element114401

Re: 87 Iroc Lights

I'm assuming these are the "grid" type tail lights? What kind of condition are they in?
Forum: Exhaust
08-20-2010, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By element114401

Re: Muffler Questions...

I don't like the Flowmaster sound. So no Thrush Welded either since they sound alike. Magnaflow is too mellow and quiet for my tastes. It sounds like stock to me.

Plus that SpinTech has all 2.25...
Forum: Exhaust
08-20-2010, 04:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By element114401

Re: Muffler Questions...

Thanks for the input. I'm kinda looking at this one right now:
...
Forum: Exhaust
08-19-2010, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By element114401

Re: Muffler Questions...

Would this work with an adapter on the inlet?

http://www.holley.com/21721HKR.asp
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/HOK-21721HKR/
Forum: Exhaust
08-18-2010, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,149
Posted By element114401

Muffler Questions...

I got an '88 Camaro with the 305 TBI and the 5 speed manual. I want to get a different muffler for the car so that its a little louder and has more of a growl. Money is an issue right now and so I...
Forum: Body
08-13-2010, 02:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,525
Posted By element114401

Re: Standing Water in Trunk

Thanks for all the input! I think I'm just going to run a bead of silicone and probably get new weatherstripping as well since it doesn't seem to be too terribly expensive. Then if it still leaks......
Forum: Body
08-12-2010, 06:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,948
Posted By element114401

Re: Anybody have this spoiler on their camaro?

Is this the same one you're talking about? It's on my '88.

http://i34.tinypic.com/1qldee.jpg
Forum: Body
08-12-2010, 05:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 622
Posted By element114401

Re: water on carpet passenger side

Weatherstripping around the door?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-12-2010, 02:35 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 106,212
Posted By element114401

Re: lower control arm angle and relocation brackets (an explanation with pictures)

Just a quick question: Are the relocation brackets necessary if the car is still at stock ride height? I'm assuming no...
Forum: Body
08-12-2010, 02:15 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,525
Posted By element114401

Standing Water in Trunk

I think this is the right section.

Here's the story: I was replacing the liftgate support struts today in my 1988 Camaro hardtop coupe and accidentally dropped one of the bolts down into the trunk...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
08-05-2010, 01:04 AM
Replies: 675
Views: 33,575
Posted By element114401

Re: Parting out 5 cars loots of interior parts for sell

I need a driver's side and passenger's side armrests for an '88 ONLY if they're in good condition. Preferably in black or grey. Zip: 50701. Got any?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-04-2010, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 848
Posted By element114401

Re: Selling my 89 Camaro and all My Camaro Parts

Do you have the door armrests available for sale? If so, what's the price, and can I get pics?
Forum: TBI
08-01-2010, 08:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,059
Posted By element114401

Re: New or Refurbished Throttle Body?

Bump.
Forum: TBI
07-30-2010, 07:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,059
Posted By element114401

Re: New or Refurbished Throttle Body?

I see Turbo City sells "High Flow TBIs". Here's the link: http://www.turbocity.com/product_info.php?cPath=16_29&products_id=142

Do you know anything about them, if they're good or not? Also, would...
Forum: TBI
07-28-2010, 01:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,336
Posted By element114401

Re: AIR System Delete Questions

Exactly what I needed. Thank you!
Forum: TBI
07-28-2010, 01:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,059
Posted By element114401

New or Refurbished Throttle Body?

I've been looking around for a new or refurbished throttle body for my '88 Camaro, but haven't been able to find any. The mechanic said that mine has a rod that has gone bad (sticky accelerator...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2010, 01:07 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 385
Posted By element114401

Valve Guides

1988 Camaro. 305 TBI.

I have taken the car into the shop and it has been diagnosed to have bad valve guides. Assuming the mechanic is correct, how big of a job is it to change out the valve...
Forum: TBI
07-26-2010, 11:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,336
Posted By element114401

Re: AIR System Delete Questions

Some of the stuff I read though said the belt would have too much movement at higher RPMs with the large empty space where the smog pump used to be. I was planning on running the delete pulley just...
Forum: TBI
07-26-2010, 10:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,336
Posted By element114401

AIR System Delete Questions

I hope this is the right section...

I'm running a 1988 Camaro with the 305 TBI. I was reading around and saw that I could remove the AIR system from my car. The previous owner removed the...
Forum: TBI
07-04-2010, 04:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 565
Posted By element114401

Re: Open Element Questions

Great. Thanks again. :)
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