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Forum: Electronics
05-26-2012, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 631
Posted By darrlee

Re: High beam problems!

My switch was bad. $12 part, but a pain in the a-- to change.
Forum: South Central Region
05-07-2012, 12:12 AM
Replies: 291
Views: 13,327
Posted By darrlee

Re: 2012 Thirdgen Roundup

Looks like we will finally make one of these events! Got the car running good and both the wife and I have the day off!!

1 car - 2 people
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-22-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 16,142
Posted By darrlee

Re: Post pics of your factory look 3rd gen

Stock except for the upohlstery that was redone by previous owner

371168
Forum: TPI
04-01-2012, 03:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,522
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help Needed

OK, got the new pump in and its runnin great. Thanks for all the help!!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2012, 03:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

Fuel pump is in and car is running great. Just need to get my exhaust put back together this week.

The pump took care of my pressure issues. holds pressure now. I beleive it was a combo of the...
Forum: History / Originality
04-01-2012, 09:07 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,713
Posted By darrlee

Re: Beautiful Low Mile Original 1985 IROC-Z

Thanks for sharing this. I saved the pics for future reference if needed when re-doing things on my 85 IROC!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-31-2012, 03:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

Here is the pump I found. So far so good. Good price and super fast shipping. I should know by tomorrow night or Monday if it works good.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-31-2012, 03:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

OK, got it workin!! Had a bad connection. i didnt use the new plug that came with the pump at first. Changed that out with the new one that came with and it works now!

I just used standard wire...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-31-2012, 03:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

What should I get when I ohm the pump? I ohmed my old one which still came on and got aroun .60. The new one only gives me about .05

I'm thinking I got a bad one....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-31-2012, 03:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

Does it have to be in the tank to do this? Cause its installed on to the sending unit and when I plugged into the car and turned on the ignition, I got nothing.

I did check the voltage at the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-31-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

OK, guys got a question...

Got my new pump and about to install it, here's my question though..

Since I dropped the tank, I just want some piece of mind before I put the tank back in, is there...
Forum: TPI
03-31-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,522
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help Needed

OK, guys got a question...

Got my new pump and about to install it, here's my question though..

Since I dropped the tank, I just want some piece of mind before I put the tank back in, is...
Forum: TPI
03-25-2012, 02:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,125
Posted By darrlee

Re: external fuel pump ??

What brand of pumps are you using? I want to make sure I don't get that one, Lol
Forum: TPI
03-22-2012, 08:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,522
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help Needed

Or has anyone delt with this company?? Looks like a good deal as well. A lot of people on ThirdGen talk good about this one. I'm not oppsed the AC Delco, just don't want to get burned by a bad...
Forum: TPI
03-22-2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,522
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help Needed

Has anyone found this AC Delco EP241 kit any where besides the ebay link? Not crazy about the feedback that seller has....

Don't mind paying a few bucks more for better customer service/shipping.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-20-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

Not sure yet... Probably just go with the stock AC Delco. I'm running stock motor with no mods.

Going to get one this week or next.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-19-2012, 05:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

I'm guessing this is the line you were referring to? It was coming apart inside the tank. Makes perfect sense now after seeing this. Can I replace the "rubber" hose with something else that will hold...
Forum: TPI
03-19-2012, 05:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,470
Posted By darrlee

Re: Low fuel pressure and no increase when vacuum disconnected to FPR....PLEASE HELP!

Someone on another post said that I was most likely losing pressure because it was leaking from that line back into the tank. It makes perfect sense after seeing what it looked like.
Forum: TPI
03-19-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,470
Posted By darrlee

Re: Low fuel pressure and no increase when vacuum disconnected to FPR....PLEASE HELP!

Here is a pic of mine that I pulled out yesterday. That rubber line is only about 6 years old. Are there any other options besides rubber so I don't have to go through this again in 6 years?
...
Forum: TPI
03-18-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,470
Posted By darrlee

Re: Low fuel pressure and no increase when vacuum disconnected to FPR....PLEASE HELP!

What did the "pulsator" do? I just removed my pump today and it the rubber hose like you describe. It's olny been in there for about 6 years and the hose was falling apart, I beleive that is where my...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

OK, finally got the tank out. Not that hard just time consumming. Getting the fill neck out is the hardest part.

The rubber line connecting my pump to the metal line inside the tank was so bad...
Forum: Exhaust
03-11-2012, 12:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,185
Posted By darrlee

Re: Stock Exhaust size

Yea but is the 3" really worth the money on a stock 305 tpi with no mods? I found the stock 2.5" intermediate pipe at a shop that has the mandrel bends that they will install for $100 (even better...
Forum: History / Originality
03-10-2012, 10:12 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,557
Posted By darrlee

Re: 1985 Recall notice for spark plug gap

I have a Van Nuys built car in this range.

I don't think I have the original ignition coil any longer though. What do I need to be concerned about if I'm still running .045 gap?

What are the...
Forum: Exhaust
03-04-2012, 05:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,185
Posted By darrlee

Re: Stock Exhaust size

Cool, Thanks! I tought the stock Intermediate pipe was 2.5"
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-03-2012, 02:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

Which line is the return line? I am assuming the line that goes directly into the regulator is the pressure line...

Also, is there a "relay" under the hood somewhere for the fuel pump? I can hear...
Forum: Exhaust
02-28-2012, 10:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,185
Posted By darrlee

Stock Exhaust size

Is the stock intermediate pipe on the 85 305 TPI 2.5 inch or 3 inch?

I already have a flowmaster installed by PO. The current intermediate pipe is hand made from some shabby mufler shop and is...
Forum: Exhaust
02-25-2012, 12:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,923
Posted By darrlee

Re: OBX 3" complete SS Chrome Exhaust

Can you post the info where you got it? Or a web link?

I have an 85 IROC I need a full exhaust for.

Thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 649
Posted By darrlee

Re: 92 RS Fuel Pump Access

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/faq-board/219950-cutting-out-metal-above.html

go to post #4
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-23-2012, 06:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 885
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel pump for sale

Do you have the part number? and a Picture?
Forum: TPI
02-18-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,470
Posted By darrlee

Re: Low fuel pressure and no increase when vacuum disconnected to FPR....PLEASE HELP!

I'm having same issues, except I can't seem to get over 30psi FP. I have new injectors, FP regulator, all new o-rings, filter etc.

Everything I have found is leading to the Fuel Pump as well....
Forum: TPI
02-12-2012, 06:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 740
Posted By darrlee

Re: Electronic Fuel Pump Install

Yea, It looked like he used some shady mechanics from looking through the receipts. The more I look at it, it was $92 for the labor in 2006, that may have been 2 hours, and $70 R&R the exhaust.
I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-12-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

I'm hoping there's has not been a hatch put in, trying to keep it as close to original as I can.
I will try the testing with the line pinched later this week.

Thanks for the input!!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-12-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Re: Fuel Pump Help?

That sounds a LOT easier than removing it. I was wondering if there were any connections within the tank that could be leaking? The pump is only 5 years old according to the P.O receipts...

Is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-12-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,467
Posted By darrlee

Fuel Pump Help?

I have to change out the fuel pump on my 85 305TPI. I can't seem to get more than 25-30 psi at the rail and it drops to nothing within seconds of turning the car off. I have a new Holley adjustable...
Forum: TPI
02-12-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 740
Posted By darrlee

Electronic Fuel Pump Install

OK, wasn't sure where to post this. Since it's related to the fuel delivery of my TPI, i figured this would be a good start...

I have to change out my fuel pump. I can't seem to get more than...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-05-2012, 10:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,393
Posted By darrlee

Re: Cold Air Intake from Ebay. Will it fit?

Take some pics if you put an aftermarket cold air on it... I'd like to see how you work around the battery.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-05-2012, 12:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,393
Posted By darrlee

Re: Cold Air Intake from Ebay. Will it fit?

Our TPI's are already cold air intake, just a little restricted...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-04-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 879
Posted By darrlee

3.42 std. to 3.73 posi. How to?

OK, I think it's time to upgrade by gears! I have to drop the tank to change the fuel pump and this will be the perfect time to upgrade to a 3.73. posi (since I have to drop the rear end anyways)!
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-04-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 472
Posted By darrlee

Re: Foriegn object in my intake, HELP

Yea, the more I thought about it I figured it would most likely just burn up and pass through the exhaust.

Thanks for the input! And Rinnie, you are correct, I deal with them every day!
Forum: TPI
02-04-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

Exactly!, Lol
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-03-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 472
Posted By darrlee

Foriegn object in my intake, HELP

OK, so I think I get the dumb A$$ award for the year . And its only February!!

I was spaying cleaner into my TPI through a vacuum prot and it sucked the little red tube right off the can and into...
Forum: TPI
02-03-2012, 08:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

OK, what do you think. I took the plunume and runners off and still cant see the plastic spry can tube. It is my assumtion that it went all the way to the valves and/or into the combustion chamber......
Forum: TPI
02-03-2012, 07:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

Yea, I already looked trhough there... no luck, I think it got sucked righ into a runner and down to the intake. I'm afraid to even start the car now, thinking it will get sucked into the intake...
Forum: TPI
02-03-2012, 06:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

OK, think I just got dumb A$$ of the year award and it's only February!!

Whith the engine running, I was spraying some throttle body cleaner through a vacuum port, well it sucked the little red...
Forum: TPI
01-27-2012, 08:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

Any tricks I need to know about?
Forum: TPI
01-27-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

Other than the pain of having to drop the rear end and exhaust to get the tank out... Are these pumps hard to put in?
Forum: TPI
01-27-2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

Yea, I'm thinking it's the pump too. Must be leaking back into the tank.

Any reccomendtions for a good pump for these TPI motors, other than stock?

Don't want to have drop the tank again in 5...
Forum: TPI
01-27-2012, 11:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 21,029
Posted By darrlee

Re: TPI Fuel Pressure Regulator Question??

OK, Got the injectors in, new Holley FPR in, all new gaskets too. Car started fine, but now I'm finding I can't get anymore than about 22 psi fuel pressure no matter how I adjust the regulator. As...
Forum: TPI
01-26-2012, 06:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 546
Posted By darrlee

Cold Start Gesket/seal??

Nevermind, I found the O-Ring for it... Been a long project due to time off (or lack of). Lol.

Going back to together pretty smooth so far, hoping to have her back on the road this weekend!

...
Forum: TPI
01-23-2012, 10:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 13,078
Posted By darrlee

Re: cleaning TPI runners and plenum

Lookin for the same... Don't want to polish them, just want them clean looking
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