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Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,631
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Strong Gas Smell on Drivers side Door

I did fix it, it was the tank vent being clogged and the ecm was compensating for a bad pump and bad fuel injectors.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-30-2013, 09:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,254
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Code 44 lean exhaust, cannot find the problem

I wasn't aware of this test haha, the diagram is a little confusing, sorry, I'm new to this diagnosing stuff. Are you supposed to run the engine with the paper clip in? I replaced the 02 sensor...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-30-2013, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,254
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Code 44 lean exhaust, cannot find the problem

Hey guys, I have an 86 trans am tpi, I have been troubleshooting this thing for months and I can't get it to run right. I've thrown so many parts at it and i can't get it running right. I've replaced...
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-24-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 719
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 165 ecm wont connect to tuner pro

Different ECM? I need to data log because I'm getting a code 44 and I can't fix the problem without knowing wtf is going on with the ECM :(
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-23-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 719
Posted By GreekItalianMan

165 ecm wont connect to tuner pro

Hi Guys, I have read the stickies and have started to datalog, I hav ethe proper bin files and tables for my 86 tpi trans am, but I can not get to read the data from the ecm, itll just keep saying...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-11-2012, 01:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,846
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Backfiring through exhaust in park?

Oh I see, as long as it doesn't hurt the engine I'm fine with it. Strange how the backfiring comes and goes. I was asking about the whole rebuild process which you answered perfectly. With the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2012, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,846
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Backfiring through exhaust in park?

He said that the metal piece wasn't touching right and that the timing was a bit off, I didn't change any of that. The wires were on right I had my mechanic friend look at them and he said it was...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2012, 12:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,846
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Backfiring through exhaust in park?

Double checked wires, fine. Had the timing done when my mechanic was diagnosing a stalling issue (turned out to be the prom). He said when I changed the cap and rotor I didnt do the timing right so...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-07-2012, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,846
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Backfiring through exhaust in park?

Hi guys I'm having a problem car is 86 trans am with 305 tpi it backfires in park only which is strange fine in drive. What I noticed is that the oil pressure on e guage drops in conjunction with the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-16-2012, 10:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,273
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Stock ws6 package suspension recommendations?

I've heard good things about blillstien, are these the same specs for the ws6? Camaro ss package received the same specs as the ws6 right?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-16-2012, 10:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,273
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Stock ws6 package suspension recommendations?

Hi, I did a search but couldn't find this, I need to replace my springs and shocks/struts for maintenance. What's a good brand for stock specs of all 4 sides? and what are the exact measurements, I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-21-2012, 10:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 525
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Bosch iii fuel injector trouble shooting

Hey, just installed the bosch iii's a week ago, the car is more powerful than before and runs smooth, but on start up (cold) it takes so much longer to start than it did before. I also installed an...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 390
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Upgrading some parts need advice

Hi guys, just bought Bosch iii fi from southbay, adjustable fuel pressure reg, 160 thermo and hyper tech chip. I know the reviews on it. How should I go about taking off the intake and fuel lines etc...
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-27-2012, 08:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

Just ordered mine last night, time for some tuning.
Forum: Car Audio
03-26-2012, 07:30 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,861
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: delco/bose kick panel speaker boxes

You have to watch, there is the amp and the ecm near the heater core box (stock) if you have that in the kick panels then the po put custom amps in the kick panels.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-24-2012, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,631
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Strong Gas Smell on Drivers side Door

I fixed the oil leak after a year of going nuts searching for the answer, it was the oil pressure sending unit. The gas smell is still there and stronger than ever. I'm gunna pull the canister today...
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-21-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

Good idea, before I order, how many people are going to order with me? And shane what program are you using ? I have tunerprort on my laptop.
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-18-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

Thanks man, I'm gunna be ordering it from that site then.
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-16-2012, 10:24 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

Hey shane have you tested the one from redriver yet? and thanks for your help guys I'm going to be purchasing a wire today
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-15-2012, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: ECM keeps resetting after each start?

I #'ed the wires and according to the haynes manual it's wrong but the car ran fine today and I did a few tests to make sure it wouldn't do it. Idle hunted for a few seconds on start up then stopped....
Forum: Car Audio
03-15-2012, 07:14 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,861
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: delco/bose kick panel speaker boxes

If you don't have the stock set up anymore you're better off going with an aftermarket set up. I had my subs refurbished thanks to a guy on this site. The stock set up when properly adjusted can...
Forum: Car Audio
03-14-2012, 09:55 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,861
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: delco/bose kick panel speaker boxes

I have the build sheet and it says bose subwoofer package on it. And if you notice the switch is called a sub gain with the slider. I guess at the time those were considered subwoofers. They were...
Forum: Car Audio
03-13-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,861
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: delco/bose kick panel speaker boxes

yeah small 5 inch subs they have 4 screws and a red and black wire going out
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-13-2012, 07:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: ECM keeps resetting after each start?

It got worse now, car was idling from 1000- almost 0 rpm after warm start. It'll idle good for about a min then idle rough and the car will shake like it's getting flooded with gas or no pressure....
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-13-2012, 08:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: ECM keeps resetting after each start?

ttt? Still is doing it, is there a proper way to do the HEI distributor rotor ?
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-12-2012, 12:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By GreekItalianMan

ECM keeps resetting after each start?

Hi guys, I just recently replaced my cap and rotor and after I started the car to make it run, it ran perfectly. The next day I went to start it, the ecm seemed to go into learning mode. Shut if off,...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-28-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,710
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: March COTM poll ** VOTING **

I've personally seen jeklynandhydes car at a few car meets, his car isn't lowered at all. Very nice display of third gens. All looking better than mint condition. All deserve to win
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-24-2012, 12:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

It does cost them little to nothing to make. The mark up price is ridiculous. Are these sites trust worthy for credit cards?
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-22-2012, 05:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

Thank you shane, you're a life saver, this is exactly the prices I was looking for.
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-20-2012, 10:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

Ah, the moates black box, I ran into it a few times on the google search. Alright I'll search up the jerry rig cable thanks
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-18-2012, 07:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

How can I make my own? I just can't see spending 80 on a cable though, all it is a 12 pin adapter hooked up to a usb 2.0 wire
Forum: DFI and ECM
02-18-2012, 02:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 32,452
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Gm aldl obd1 cable adapter for laptop?

Hi all I searched on the net for a cheap cable so I could run diagnostics and tune my car but none are under the price 80 do u guys know of a cable for a good price?
Forum: History / Originality
01-25-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: RPM GAUGES

You should time it, probably in the high 4 sec ranges for 0-60. A lot of people are going to disagree with that, but if you know how to drive, and utilize the torque, you can get a basically stock...
Forum: History / Originality
01-22-2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: RPM GAUGES

You're lucky, how fast is your car on the 0-60 range?
Forum: History / Originality
01-22-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: RPM GAUGES

That's awesome, pontiac still had it back then. Was it an option you had to choose or you just got it by luck?
Forum: Car Audio
01-21-2012, 01:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,884
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 4X6 Speakers

Ah good call, I have the fronts in a box. I'll do that. DIY time
Forum: History / Originality
01-21-2012, 01:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: RPM GAUGES

Hmm, My dad ordered it to what he wanted back in 86. Maybe your dealer put a special cam in there that was an option from the factory? Have you ever heard of an 86 1/2 trans am?
Forum: History / Originality
01-20-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: RPM GAUGES

Everything looks the same except that gauge. Maybe you have a 350 in there? When did you order your car beginning of 86 or end? My dad ordered the car in may and got the car in june of 86
Forum: Car Audio
01-20-2012, 10:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,884
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 4X6 Speakers

If there's no drilling and they have adapters, I'll put higher quality 4x6's in the rears. I don't have extra money to splurge for amazing quality speakers and I don't want to change my stock amp.
Forum: History / Originality
01-18-2012, 03:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: RPM GAUGES

Here is the gauge; a better shot.

I also took a pic of my speedometer it goes up to 140 too. Shouldn't the higher rpm one go up to a higher speed? Maybe 160 for Mantaguys? I don't understand the...
Forum: History / Originality
01-18-2012, 11:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,667
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: RPM GAUGES

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Those are my gauges, I'll take a better pic of the tach later today. But Manta guy is right, my tach only goes up to 6000. But I did notice he has a diff rear than me. I...
Forum: Car Audio
12-05-2011, 05:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,884
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 4X6 Speakers

Thanks, hopefully GM has the rear speakers. I don't want to start drilling new holes in the kickpanel.
Forum: Car Audio
12-04-2011, 11:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,884
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 4X6 Speakers

Hi,Oh, thanks i was going to order all four fronts. How do i find the part # for the rear speakers?
Forum: Car Audio
12-04-2011, 08:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,884
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 4X6 Speakers

Is that place a legitimate site? (GMPARTSDIRECT) I need four of them.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-03-2011, 09:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,923
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 16" rear offset

Yeah, thanks. They fixed it yesterday. And i stand over the guy and make him do it by hand first for the plastic covers. I also make him hand start the wheel lock and lug nuts. No one knows how to do...
Forum: Car Audio
12-02-2011, 10:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,884
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 4X6 Speakers

Sorry, but i'm with Mantaguy on this one. I'm getting 4, 4x6 replacement speakers for my ta as well. Gunna buy them from GM or classic industries. I want it all stock. I dont want to hack, or have to...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-02-2011, 05:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,923
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 16" rear offset

If i have to do that, i will do it if necessary. They also did the directionals wrong. Car felt like it was fighting itself. I wouldn't mind running all four fronts on the car. As long as the rims...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-02-2011, 05:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,923
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 16" rear offset

Thanks guys, they were wrong. No wonder the car was all over the road. So much better now
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-02-2011, 06:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,923
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 16" rear offset

Oh, i see. I noticed my rears stuck out more than usual but didn't think nothing of it. Nice Camaro. Looks good. Why did they put deeper offsets on the front and not the rear. It would make sense to...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
12-01-2011, 05:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,923
Posted By GreekItalianMan

Re: 16" rear offset

I couldn't get my head under the car this morning. From what I saw there was nothing. My front end does grind when i turn from a stop. But it did that with the stock gatorbacks when i got the car out...
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