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Forum: V6
08-24-2003, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 643
Posted By KJay

In order to torque those bolts on without...

In order to torque those bolts on without rotating the engine over, go to the hardware store and buy a few feet of synthetic rope that is small enough of a diameter to easily slide into a spark plug...
Forum: V6
06-09-2003, 02:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 757
Posted By KJay

Do they wear out?...get plugged?...need...

Do they wear out?...get plugged?...need replaced...etc?
Forum: V6
02-07-2003, 06:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 383
Posted By KJay

No. Those are for a V-8. You have a V-6

No. Those are for a V-8.

You have a V-6
Forum: V6
01-02-2003, 09:35 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,650
Posted By KJay

I also notice that these are short tube headers....

I also notice that these are short tube headers. They are different than the ones you pictured first on another thread.

I would think that the long tube headers might be a little more beneficial...
Forum: V6
01-02-2003, 09:20 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,650
Posted By KJay

Now thats more like it! Excellent job....

Now thats more like it!

Excellent job. Having the bracket and y-pipe available and priced separately is the answer.

Let the drooling begin...:D
Forum: V6
12-27-2002, 04:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 641
Posted By KJay

If you build it...they will come... They...

If you build it...they will come...

They have to be ready....understood...seen....priced...and of the highest quality.

People dont like surprises or promises...people buy quality.
Forum: V6
12-25-2002, 03:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 641
Posted By KJay

I am interested... KJay

I am interested...

KJay
Forum: V6
12-21-2002, 04:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 743
Posted By KJay

1989 Firebird.

1989 Firebird.
Forum: V6
12-12-2002, 06:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 679
Posted By KJay

I've got a new set of HOOKER HEADERS on EBay for...

I've got a new set of HOOKER HEADERS on EBay for sale now.

KJay
Forum: V6
11-17-2002, 11:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 334
Posted By KJay

If plugs, wires, cap and rotor are ok, it might...

If plugs, wires, cap and rotor are ok, it might be the Ignition module in the distributor.

Mine had the same symptoms and then It would not start at all. Just turned over.

You can have the...
Forum: V6
11-15-2002, 09:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 694
Posted By KJay

I have often wondered if the 2020 cam might be a...

I have often wondered if the 2020 cam might be a better choice. It is made to increase H.P. in the lower ranges.

Seems a better choice for a daily driver.
Forum: V6
10-29-2002, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Egr
Views: 421
Posted By KJay

Thats what I would like to know too. I would...

Thats what I would like to know too.

I would love to remove the EGR completely when I install my Hooker Headers. They have no provision for the air pump...its coming off... or the EGR anyway.

I...
Forum: V6
10-08-2002, 12:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 674
Posted By KJay

I have a brand new set too... :)

I have a brand new set too... :)
Forum: V6
10-07-2002, 11:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 674
Posted By KJay

I'm interested...

I'm interested...
Forum: V6
09-27-2002, 02:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 606
Posted By KJay

The EGR question has been bugging me lately. If...

The EGR question has been bugging me lately. If it does not hurt performance and possible might be good for it, seems to me the EGR should be blocked or removed.

The huge buildup of black crap in...
Forum: V6
09-02-2002, 10:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,666
Posted By KJay

I've got a brand new set of Hooker Super...

I've got a brand new set of Hooker Super Comps...was thinking of putting them on EBay.

One set for thirdgen 2.8 and another set for an S10 2.8.

(I did not buy them on ebay)
Forum: V6
08-18-2002, 12:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By KJay

Wires (Accel), plugs, rotor, Cap, TPS, are all...

Wires (Accel), plugs, rotor, Cap, TPS, are all new.

I will attempt to check the vacume lines.

Looking in through the throttle body I can see a TON of black crud in there. I hate that fricken...
Forum: V6
08-18-2002, 10:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By KJay

It was the timing chain...Thanks Ked

Remember this thread?

https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/showthread.php?s=&threadid=104136

My water pump went out on me and I took Ked's advice and put in a new timing chain and gears and the...
Forum: V6
05-22-2002, 05:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 415
Posted By KJay

Excellent idea...Cause I'm at the point where I...

Excellent idea...Cause I'm at the point where I need the info...:)
Forum: V6
05-20-2002, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 689
Posted By KJay

Header paint/coating...

I have a new set of Hooker Super Competition headers for my S10 Blazer (Hey, its a 2.8 too...) and am looking for the best paint or coating to apply to them for longevity.

What's good and what's...
Forum: V6
05-20-2002, 03:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 665
Posted By KJay

I'm interested too, but I kinda need to know...

I'm interested too, but I kinda need to know whats available and how much.

And the total to ship to Indiana.

KJay
Forum: V6
05-20-2002, 03:40 PM
Replies: 1
2.8
Views: 1,920
Posted By KJay

Man, if your trying to make me drool you've done...

Man, if your trying to make me drool you've done it.

That is impressive. I have been looking for superchargers for the 2.8 for a while.

How well do they work?

How long do they last more...
Forum: V6
05-20-2002, 06:14 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,481
Posted By KJay

Is powder coating a good application for headers?...

Is powder coating a good application for headers?

KJay
Forum: V6
05-02-2002, 04:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 517
Posted By KJay

I dont have a multimeter yet, so I ordered a new...

I dont have a multimeter yet, so I ordered a new TPS from NAPA today. It should be in tomorrow. Seems like a good place to start.

I will get a multimeter too while I'm at it. Never used one before.
Forum: V6
05-02-2002, 07:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 517
Posted By KJay

Okay, I disconnected the negative terminal and...

Okay, I disconnected the negative terminal and took it for a 20 minute drive.

Interesting. Now I have:

12 Normal

23 TPS or MAT or Mixture Control Solenoid (M/C) open or short

...
Forum: V6
05-01-2002, 04:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 517
Posted By KJay

I replaced the MAF with a rebuilt one I bought on...

I replaced the MAF with a rebuilt one I bought on EBay (cheap).

It made no change but I will see if NAPA can check them. I still have the original one I took off.

Seems everything points to a...
Forum: V6
05-01-2002, 02:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 517
Posted By KJay

Help with code meanings...vibration...no power...

I have an 89 Firebird with the 2.8 and it starts right up but has no low end power.

It has a shudder in the engine that seems to happen at random but frequently and when the rpm's are low as in...
Forum: V6
04-14-2002, 08:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 424
Posted By KJay

Is this what you need? ...

Is this what you need?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1819722815
Forum: V6
04-08-2002, 04:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 423
Posted By KJay

2.8 Block differences?...

Is there a difference in the blocks and pistons from a rear wheel drive (or 4 wheel drive) and a front wheel drive?

Just wondering if a front wheel drive block could be used in my S10 Blazer or 89...
Forum: V6
03-27-2002, 08:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 543
Posted By KJay

There's a good pic of one here: ...

There's a good pic of one here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/ebayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1814405425&r=0&t=0
Forum: V6
03-12-2002, 07:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 597
Posted By KJay

Do you just change the timing chain or do you...

Do you just change the timing chain or do you replace the chain gears as well?

KJay
Forum: V6
02-20-2002, 02:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 671
Posted By KJay

These are the heads I bought. ...

These are the heads I bought. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cgi/ebayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1805149752&r=0&t=0

I thought I could save time and money by having the heads ready when I...
Forum: V6
02-20-2002, 09:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 671
Posted By KJay

Thanks, I'll get the book. Thats why I came...

Thanks, I'll get the book.

Thats why I came here. To find out what I dont know.
Forum: V6
02-20-2002, 08:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 671
Posted By KJay

Thats good news. Thanks. While we are on...

Thats good news. Thanks.

While we are on the subject, I saw some aluminum heads listed for an 89 but they seemed to have the valves sticking through the top at odd angles instead of in line side...
Forum: V6
02-20-2002, 06:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 671
Posted By KJay

2.8 heads on different year engines...?

Will the heads off a 1982-86 173, 2.8 GM also work on an 89 engine? Or an 87?

I just bought remanufactured heads at auction and found out they were listed for 82-86. I was wanting to put them on...
Forum: Car Audio
02-11-2002, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By KJay

Never mind about the Monsoon question...just...

Never mind about the Monsoon question...just found out it is the name of the factory CDplayer on the newer models.

Are these units very good?
Forum: Car Audio
02-11-2002, 01:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By KJay

What is a monsoon unit?

What is a monsoon unit?
Forum: Car Audio
02-11-2002, 10:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 367
Posted By KJay

Factory CD Player Question...

Hi guys,

I'm new to these boards and have a question. I have an 89 Firebird and would like to know if a factory cd player from the newer Firebirds would still fit in mine?

I have one from a 95...
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