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Forum: DFI and ECM
04-15-2012, 03:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,438
Posted By joezero

Re: No Start After Fuel Pump Replacement

Ok, so I was able to get in a little bit of wrench time today and found the following:

Attached the hose for the fuel gauge to the rear of the fuel rail. Jumped the fuel pump relay and was able...
Forum: DFI and ECM
04-03-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,438
Posted By joezero

Re: No Start After Fuel Pump Replacement

It looked identical to the one we took out. This is the first fuel pump replacement I've done, so I can't say I'd specifically know what to look for. I'll see if we still have the box to confirm...
Forum: DFI and ECM
04-03-2012, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,438
Posted By joezero

No Start After Fuel Pump Replacement

A little background: I blew out transmission #3 in my 88 V6 Camaro a few years back and opted at that time to really tear into the car and do a full interior and body update and possibly an engine...
Forum: Body
05-09-2009, 12:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 22,429
Posted By joezero

Re: testorosa body kit?

I emailed the guy a while ago and he said he had to sell the car and abandon the project for lack of funds. He still has the molds so maybe one day we will see a finished car :nod:
Forum: Body
07-13-2008, 12:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 465
Posted By joezero

Help me build this car

I came across some concept sketches that Devianb did some time back. ( https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/auto-detailing-appearance/134598-my-custom-z28.html?highlight= ) I'm really interested in going...
Forum: Body
07-09-2008, 10:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 22,429
Posted By joezero

Re: testorosa body kit?

Another HUGE thumbs up on that one. Do you have any concept sketches of how this will look when complete? Your level of skill and quality of work are very impressive.



Are you planning on...
Forum: Signature Pictures and PhotoShop Requests
07-03-2008, 05:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 552
Posted By joezero

Re: Do you know who did this concept sketch?

I think so too. The name also sounds really familiar, but I'm unable to find the post with this one in it. At least now I'm looking in the right direction.
Forum: Northern California
06-27-2008, 08:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 341
Posted By joezero

Where to work on car, buy parts

So after sitting FOREVER in Grass Valley, I'll finally be bringing my third gen back to Sacramento to get it the TLC it needs. The only catch is I live in an apartment and obviously can't work on...
Forum: Signature Pictures and PhotoShop Requests
06-09-2008, 02:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 552
Posted By joezero

Do you know who did this concept sketch?

I was going through pics on my old desktop and came across this concept sketch that someone here had done a few years back (I think 02 or 03). Does anyone know who the artist is? I've tried...
Forum: Fabrication
03-20-2005, 11:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,238
Posted By joezero

You could re-route the filler neck to the...

You could re-route the filler neck to the glovebox in the trunk. But I'm not a big fan of that. Redraif had some posts on it.
Forum: Fabrication
03-06-2005, 01:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,238
Posted By joezero

Depending on the kit you get, yes there will be...

Depending on the kit you get, yes there will be multiple channels. It is also possible to use the extra channels on an existing alarm system.

If your car did not have an electronic hatch release...
Forum: Body
05-26-2004, 01:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,790
Posted By joezero

I'll post some pics of mine when I get back to my...

I'll post some pics of mine when I get back to my computer. Basically, you just cut a piece of black ABS to fit the ashtray, and then cut holes for the switches. Then just use some ABS cement and...
Forum: Fabrication
04-01-2004, 12:54 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Um, autoloc lists it as:

Um, autoloc lists it as:
Forum: Fabrication
03-31-2004, 08:39 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

No, it's a little spring loaded plunger that...

No, it's a little spring loaded plunger that pushes the door out when the solenoid is engaged.

http://www.autoloc4less.com/doorpoppers.html
Forum: Fabrication
03-30-2004, 09:29 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

The link that jocww posted did not include the...

The link that jocww posted did not include the poppers. I have yet to see an autoloc kit that came with it, although a lot of sellers will package the two together.
Forum: Fabrication
03-30-2004, 12:03 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Well, you didn't say whether you were most...

Well, you didn't say whether you were most concerned with price, name recognition, reliablity, etc. If price is your biggest deciding factor, then go with the SPAL or similar kit. There are some...
Forum: Fabrication
03-29-2004, 11:34 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Let me give you a brief rundown of both...

Let me give you a brief rundown of both companies, and maybe that will help you to decide.

SPAL: An Italian company that manufactures power accessories. They are best known for their power window...
Forum: Fabrication
03-29-2004, 09:51 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Those are good, here's another one you may want...

Those are good, here's another one you may want to take a look at. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6763&item=2469137631
Forum: Fabrication
03-25-2004, 01:06 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

It depends on where you race and how fast you...

It depends on where you race and how fast you are. I believe NHRA regulations require you to have door handles. However, I think after you reach a certain e.t. you no longer have to. Now some...
Forum: Fabrication
03-23-2004, 09:51 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

You can get a 35lb kit. Links are posted farther...

You can get a 35lb kit. Links are posted farther up in the thread.
Forum: Fabrication
03-23-2004, 08:16 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I had a shop do the body work, so I don't know...

I had a shop do the body work, so I don't know the details of what brands/types of materials they used. I assume you're talking about rust starting on the inside of the filler plate?


...
Forum: Fabrication
03-18-2004, 09:46 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Um, maybe you posted the wrong link, but what...

Um, maybe you posted the wrong link, but what came up was just a price list, no details. It was also for 149.99 At that price, I think a better deal could be found elsewhere.
Forum: Fabrication
03-15-2004, 11:26 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

If you want to post a link to it, I'd be happy to...

If you want to post a link to it, I'd be happy to take a look at it. I know Redraif bought hers from Summit Racing, and hasn't had any problems (she's also had hers longer than I've had mine).
...
Forum: Fabrication
03-15-2004, 11:46 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I'm sure you could find ones that are smaller. ...

I'm sure you could find ones that are smaller. But if I were doing it all over again, I'd probably go for something that was in that 25lb range. It's really up to you tho. I never tested the latch...
Forum: Fabrication
03-14-2004, 10:33 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

You would think so, but I've found the opposite...

You would think so, but I've found the opposite to be true. First, it takes MORE power to activate the larger solenoid. Now there are some people that say that a larger solenoid is necessary for...
Forum: Fabrication
03-14-2004, 09:01 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

No, this is the marketing driven misconception I...

No, this is the marketing driven misconception I was talking about. The solenoid doesn't move the door at all, it simply opens the latch. A popper can be added, which is basically a spring loaded...
Forum: Fabrication
03-14-2004, 10:48 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I think there were people on here running like...

I think there were people on here running like 25lb solenoids. But really if you think about it, how much power does a door lock actuator actually have? Cause those seem to work fine. So I don't...
Forum: Fabrication
03-14-2004, 01:17 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I got a kit from autoloc. As far as quality and...

I got a kit from autoloc. As far as quality and all, it's great. Of course, there's this big marketing thing that says that the bigger the door, the bigger the solenoid must be. This is NOT TRUE. ...
Forum: Fabrication
03-13-2004, 10:44 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Certainly, I had the kit installed for several...

Certainly, I had the kit installed for several months prior to actually removing the door handles. The problem tho, is that you can't leave the car unlocked, since someone could just open the door. ...
Forum: Fabrication
03-13-2004, 12:36 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

This is how my kit is wired, it's the autoloc...

This is how my kit is wired, it's the autoloc one.

Basically, red is +12vdc, black is ground, and blue is ground as well.

What happens is that when the reciever gets the signal from the remote,...
Forum: Fabrication
03-13-2004, 01:27 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

If you want to take said hour drive east I'd be...

If you want to take said hour drive east I'd be more than happy to do it for you. Unfortunately my nice shiny car without door handles nor antenna is also sans transmission at the moment.:( But...
Forum: Fabrication
03-13-2004, 01:02 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

LOL, I guess we really have been doing our best...

LOL, I guess we really have been doing our best to try and confuse you:D


O.k., here goes.

Two things are needed in order to shave the door handles:

1. A device to pull on the latch to...
Forum: Fabrication
03-12-2004, 10:55 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

You don't need either. Hansolo was just pointing...

You don't need either. Hansolo was just pointing out that you can use power door lock actuators instead of a solenoid. Either will work and there are people on here who run both of those...
Forum: Fabrication
03-12-2004, 08:28 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

There are a few options. One is to do like I did...

There are a few options. One is to do like I did and put it up in the fender lining or frame rail. Another it to do like Redraif and pull the antenna cable back into the car. Then reconnect the...
Forum: Fabrication
03-11-2004, 01:07 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Then just leave your interior setup the way it...

Then just leave your interior setup the way it is. The kit you install doesn't require the removal of anything (in fact, it's a good idea to install the kit a few days before you actually remove...
Forum: Fabrication
03-10-2004, 11:56 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

^^^^The link in my post above shall lead you to...

^^^^The link in my post above shall lead you to enlightenment.

Door locks are no longer required since no one can walk up to the car and open the door. The system operates by remote or can be...
Forum: Fabrication
03-10-2004, 10:31 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I think as long as you have the necessary...

I think as long as you have the necessary tools/ability to weld the metal without warping it you'll be fine. I had originally planned to do it myself but had neither and it cost as much (in fact...
Forum: Fabrication
03-09-2004, 10:38 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I find the solenoid method to be much easier, and...

I find the solenoid method to be much easier, and a direct install.
I think Redraif kept her power door locks when she shaved the door handles. So it's entirely possible to keep the lock (she did...
Forum: Fabrication
03-09-2004, 12:08 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

If you were to do a *search* you would find the...

If you were to do a *search* you would find the posts (yes, there are several) where both Flyinlow and/or I have explained how it works (and there are even more threads where other people explain...
Forum: Fabrication
03-08-2004, 05:31 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

There isn't a key anymore. You remove the...

There isn't a key anymore. You remove the tumbler and linkage along with the door handle. Then a solenoid is used to pull on the linkage for the latch. Since there is no exterior door handle,...
Forum: Fabrication
03-08-2004, 02:09 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I have more (pretty much of the whole process),...

I have more (pretty much of the whole process), but I think these should show you what you were looking for.
Forum: Fabrication
03-08-2004, 02:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

Oh, this brings back such fond memories:p

Oh, this brings back such fond memories:p
Forum: Fabrication
03-08-2004, 02:08 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,695
Posted By joezero

I do!:D

I do!:D
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-07-2004, 07:34 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,903
Posted By joezero

I'm sure this was discussed earlier, but just so...

I'm sure this was discussed earlier, but just so that we don't get into a cyclical debate: there is no window frame, which would be needed for gull wing doors.

So, kidrcth, how's the vertical...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-17-2004, 01:28 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,903
Posted By joezero

I dunno about this company. In their FAQ they...

I dunno about this company. In their FAQ they talk about how they're a direct from manufacturer deal to save you money "no middleman" they claim. Then they offer quanity discounts to dealers...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-17-2004, 12:11 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,903
Posted By joezero

Well, you keep saying you're going to do it. ...

Well, you keep saying you're going to do it.



But then it's not done. Around here, that's a cardinal sin (well, almost.) So as long as you keep saying "I'm gonna do it and prove you all...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-16-2004, 01:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,503
Posted By joezero

You're missing the point. The 944 comes with a...

You're missing the point. The 944 comes with a 944 motor. So for all intensive purposes that motor is "free". Now, take the cost of an LT1, plus all of the necessary swap parts. Add in all the...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-16-2004, 02:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,503
Posted By joezero

Because most ppl (at least IMHO) that buy PT...

Because most ppl (at least IMHO) that buy PT Cruisers do it for the look, and not necessarily the performance. Think about it, they market the PT Cruiser as having what is it, 32 different seating...
Forum: Body
02-11-2004, 01:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,722
Posted By joezero

It seriously beats being asked four million times...

It seriously beats being asked four million times has anyone ever shaved the door handles on their thirdgen.:)

I totally agree with you tho on the safety aspect of it. That's why everything is...
Forum: Body
02-11-2004, 12:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,722
Posted By joezero

Nope, no T-tops here. I've never had the battery...

Nope, no T-tops here. I've never had the battery die while I was in the car, and I don't really see that as a problem. (Unless of course MrDude sneaks up on me at a stoplight.) Besides, there are...
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