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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-20-2017, 12:56 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 14,920
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Show me your T Topped third gen!

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Forum: South Central Region
09-29-2016, 06:08 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 18,575
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: [DFW] Dallas & Fort Worth

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Recently relocated.....now live in South Arlington near the lake.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-17-2013, 07:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,026
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Post your Camaro RAM AIR/WS6 hoods

One final note about the hood selection......when I decided to repaint my car after 22 years, I went over the near-mint body to determine what, if any, rust repairs would need done before the...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-13-2013, 10:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,026
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Post your Camaro RAM AIR/WS6 hoods

Yes, it is the Hawks setup, do not have a picture of mine on this computer, but it looks like this. 260508
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-13-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,026
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Post your Camaro RAM AIR/WS6 hoods

Forgot to mention......with the functional ram-air box and the big K&N filter, the car seems to be breathing a bit better than the stock air cleaner setup. Sounds kinda neat at idle also, sorta like...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-13-2013, 08:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,026
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Post your Camaro RAM AIR/WS6 hoods

I too wrestled with this decision for a while, my advice is........do what looks best in your eye, don't make decisions based on what "others" think. First comment I usually get about the car from...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-06-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 28,875
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Post Your High Quality Pictures

http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/coneheadjimmy/library/Finished%20Product
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-25-2012, 05:05 PM
Replies: 523
Views: 150,704
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: FORGET THOSE OTHER COLORS, POST YOUR WHITE THIRDGENS.

Thank You!! Lotsa work and dineros


http://s1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb422/coneheadjimmy/IROC%20Transformation/?albumview=slideshow
Forum: North East Region
06-22-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 1,487
Views: 50,280
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: PIttsburgh

OK Pittsburghers....It's a beautiful warm summer evening, and you've just spent the day shining up the third-gen. Time for a nice cruise to...........where?? Are there still places around western PA...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-22-2012, 05:03 PM
Replies: 607
Views: 70,086
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: best non fbody that compliments your thirdgen

I searched the internet when I was looking for mine, never did find the exact one. Rumor has it they turn up on E-Bay from time to time. Go to autoparts on E-Bay and do a search for spoilers, you may...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-22-2012, 03:37 PM
Replies: 607
Views: 70,086
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: best non fbody that compliments your thirdgen

I think it is called a "whale Tail" .....I actually got it from a member of this forum who had removed it from his car. When I asked him where I could get one, he said he would sell me his. 242352
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-22-2012, 03:18 PM
Replies: 607
Views: 70,086
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: best non fbody that compliments your thirdgen

2011 WRX Turbo.....Camaro is better looking but the WRX will outrun it all day (sigh....)
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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-15-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 1,018
Views: 65,329
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Whats the first thing you get asked about your third gen?

Today....on the way to work I was sitting in traffic at a construction zone. The guy behind me actually got out of his car and asked me if he could take a couple pictures of my Camaro. I nodded and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-21-2012, 05:26 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 11,085
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Power OR appearance?

Up to this point, I have concentrated strictly on appearance. The paint and clearcoat on my IROC were so bad I was ashamed to drive it. I have also re-done the entire interior while the car was in...
Forum: Members Camaros
01-24-2012, 08:58 PM
Replies: 453
Views: 137,514
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: hoods hoods hoods! post bad *** pics of your hoods

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb422/coneheadjimmy/Picture002.jpg
Forum: Wheels and Tires
09-08-2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 2,654
Views: 1,757,437
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: BEST looking 3rd gen firebird & camaro rims

Hey All.....found these 5-spokes with some dish. A bit different, but I think they look good with our body styles. They are Boyd Coddington Espadas,
fronts 17x8 4 1/2 inch backspacing, rears 17x10...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-03-2011, 07:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,254
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Any way to clean/freshen up your factory hood insulation without ruining it?

I tried to remove mine with the same idea, but it just crumbled away to nothing.

http://www.fbodystore.com/servlet/the-1982-dsh-1992-FIREBIRD-fdsh-CAMARO-cln-ENGINE-COMPARTMENT-dsh-/Categories
Forum: Fabrication
04-27-2011, 05:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 18,358
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: post pics of custom front end mods!

393472http://http://s1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb422/coneheadjimmy/IROC%20Restoration%20Photos/?action=view&current=front.jpgI shaved the CAMARO off this old grill piece, re-painted it, and added...
Forum: Interior
04-23-2011, 02:30 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,061
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: matching/replacing one panel in a seat?

If the hint were intended for me, I would be glad to help you find some except for one tiny problem.

The 70 year old gent who owned the trim shop I went to was killed in an auto accident over...
Forum: Interior
04-22-2011, 05:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,019
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: factory style seat covers

are they leather or vinyl.??....big difference in price. I know the kits they sell as original replacement covers sell for about $400, front and back, which is about 100 per seat. Find out where...
Forum: Interior
04-21-2011, 11:29 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,061
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: matching/replacing one panel in a seat?

It's really not difficult, just tedious and time consuming to do it right. I suggest buying the dye "kit" which comes with a bristle brush to work the dye in to the fabric. if your seats are the...
Forum: Interior
04-21-2011, 10:41 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,061
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: matching/replacing one panel in a seat?

My seats were sun faded also. Found a really good upholstery dye online at this place http://www.leathermagic.com/Pages/carpetdyeProds.htm

This picture shows the before / after comparison of what...
Forum: Interior
04-16-2011, 06:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,623
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: New custom interior finished! 91 RS

I thought I had mine looking pretty good until i saw this.....awesome job
Forum: Interior
04-16-2011, 04:52 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,061
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: matching/replacing one panel in a seat?

http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb422/coneheadjimmy/keywesttrip074.jpg

Sorry to ressurect this , but maybe i can still help. Above is a picture of my seats after the driver seat (on right)...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-14-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,045
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Someone left a note on my windshield asking to buy my car, lol

The shop owner actually told me later If she ever bought a Camaro she would have to remove the console and put in a bench seat. Take that as you will........
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-14-2011, 04:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,045
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Someone left a note on my windshield asking to buy my car, lol

When my IROC was in the body shop last fall, I came in one morning and found a "sold" sign on the windshield with some chick's name and phone number on it. The paint wasn't even dry yet, and its not...
Forum: North East Region
01-17-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 1,487
Views: 50,280
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: PIttsburgh

Yeah, last time I looked it was still wrapped in a blanket standing up in the corner of the body shop. If you can make it down to the Ambridge area to pick it up, it's all yours. I'm afraid if i...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-05-2011, 09:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 964
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Are these tires a stretch??

Saw the thread, wow that would be irritating. I will keep an eye on this one for a while and see where it goes. Haven't bought tires yet, car is in storage for the winter. I like my new wheels so...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-04-2011, 08:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 964
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Are these tires a stretch??

Backspacing on the 8 inchers for the front is 4.5 inches,same as the original IROC wheels. The wheel/tire combo height is also within a couple hundredths of what I have now, never rubbed at all. Do...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-03-2011, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 964
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Are these tires a stretch??

Are you lowered any, or stock height? I have not messed with the suspension yet, probably won't due to where I live and the roads here. 62K miles and been through 3 airdams already.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-03-2011, 09:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 964
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Are these tires a stretch??

Stephen....I came across a set of Boyd Coddingtons at a price that was too ridiculous to pass up. They included the 8's and the 10's. The tire sizes were the best I could figure for original height...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
01-03-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 964
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Are these tires a stretch??

After doing my homework, Including a thorough search of this forum, i have chosen a wheel and tire package.

Front - 17x8 wheels, 4.5 inch backspace with 245/45 17 tires

Rear - 17 x 10...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
12-30-2010, 10:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 341
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Silver IROC-Z Graphics

For sale : IROC-Z graphics (decals) in satin silver as follows

2 each door decals - IROC-Z reporoductions
2 each rocker decals - "Tuned Port Injection"
1 Set IROC Stripes - Black/Silver 88-90...
Forum: North East Region
12-29-2010, 05:30 PM
Replies: 1,487
Views: 50,280
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: PIttsburgh

Hey all yinz Burghers.....Hope the Holidays and New Year have been good to everybody. Posting this to see if anybody out there needs a perfectly good windshield. I have one left over from a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-17-2010, 05:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 36,279
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Show me your Camaro/Bowtie grilles without fog lights

I like that a lot too...If I can't find some new bezels for my fog lights, I'm just gonna leave them out and go with that look. I hardly ever turned them on anyway
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-16-2010, 05:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 36,279
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Show me your Camaro/Bowtie grilles without fog lights

Mine....still in the paint booth
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
10-22-2010, 06:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 638
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: misc interior pieces

I would like to buy the $5.00 bag of misc. trim pieces

PM sent.....thanks
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
09-15-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,339
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Thirdgen Ranch

I got a set of impossible-to find red armrests in mint condition for a great price, delivered to Pennsyltucky in a week and a half. You can't do it much better that that...Thanks Denny, we'll do...
Forum: Members Camaros
09-04-2010, 07:36 PM
Replies: 362
Views: 80,535
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: How did you get into your Camaro/Firebird?

Back in 1989, a friend of mine bought his wife a brand new IROC. She used it only to drive 2 miles back and forth to work, and to the grocery store on weekends. In 1993, the same couple won some sort...
Forum: Body
09-04-2010, 04:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,273
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: TPI Emblem Position Help

Gentlemen....thanks for your replies. I kind of figured that there was no "exact" location, just looking for a ballpark figure before I pull the sticky paper. Now excuse
me while I gaze at some...
Forum: Body
08-31-2010, 08:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,273
Posted By coneheadjimmy

TPI Emblem Position Help

1989 IROC.... getting ready to re-install emblems after paint job, the "Tuned Port Injection" emblem on the rear bumper cover was broken off, so I did not get the chance to measure it for proper...
Forum: Body
08-18-2010, 06:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,523
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: weatherstripping channel adhesive/sealant question

Thanks...I'll put some on my shopping list
Forum: Body
08-18-2010, 06:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,523
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: weatherstripping channel adhesive/sealant question

There is a piece of black plastic trim that runs down the windshield support on the inside. If you remove it. there is a black metal channel underneath it that holds the forward end of the t-top seal...
Forum: Body
08-17-2010, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,523
Posted By coneheadjimmy

weatherstripping channel adhesive/sealant question

I recently removed the black weatherstripping channels on the windshield posts during preparation for paint. does anyone know what type, if any, of sealant or adhesive to use when re-installing...
Forum: Body
07-27-2010, 07:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,326
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Look what I found around the office: drip rails?!?

I just opened up an OEM seal kit this morning, the drip rails are included and they are the plastic version
Forum: Body
07-09-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,039
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: Why do our roofs rust out?

I can testify to the "bird crap" theory...my son left my car outside uncovered for 2 weeks while I was out of town. washed all the birdy doo off, and most of the paint underneath it came off as well....
Forum: Body
07-09-2010, 05:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 477
Posted By coneheadjimmy

Re: To Pin...or Not to Pin??

Thanks...just found an old thread on the subject, think my question is answered already...pins it is. I am now browsing for some pics to see what would look the best on 89 IROC, Ram-Air hood, Arctic...
Forum: Body
07-09-2010, 04:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 477
Posted By coneheadjimmy

To Pin...or Not to Pin??

Just had an aftermarket fiberglass hood installed, almost ready for paint.
Hood manufacturer said hood pins were "recommended but not required"
anybody have any thoughts on this subject, or...
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