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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-02-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 564
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Going to automatic

I have an 84 trans am that's an automatic and I need to replace the column because the guy who had it before me screwed up the guts of it and destroyed the collar. I have a steering column from...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-16-2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 803
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Hooker super Comp exhaust

sent you a message
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-29-2020, 12:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 716
Posted By jbalzola

Re: 88 Trans Am Gauge cluster

bummer I need mechanical.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-29-2020, 12:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 716
Posted By jbalzola

Re: 88 Trans Am Gauge cluster

Mechanical speedo or electric?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-29-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,604
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Firebird/Trans Am Gauge Bezels

Are these available?
Forum: Body
04-24-2017, 10:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,773
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Reproduction rocker panels

I was actually just looking them up last night and found this company out of Detroit. They make all kinds of stuff and really reasonable prices. I'm picking up a set of rocker panels myself this...
Forum: Fabrication
04-06-2017, 03:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By jbalzola

Re: subframe mod and y-pipe

Mint!
Forum: Body
04-06-2017, 02:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

I'm getting a little impatient and one of our work vans had the frame rot away but the engine is still good. I pulled that out last weekend (2000 5.7 Vortec) and let me tell you, pulling an engine...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-03-2016, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 697
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Parting out 1986 trans am 5.0 4 bbl. 5 speed

The delete box, blower, and whatever connectors go along with it.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-03-2016, 06:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 697
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Parting out 1986 trans am 5.0 4 bbl. 5 speed

How much for the AC Delete setup?
Forum: Fabrication
11-01-2016, 02:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,185
Posted By jbalzola

Re: 06 gto dash and firewall in 86 iroc

any updates on this?
Forum: Body
10-29-2016, 02:37 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

So I've been gone for a long time, life had a way of keeping me away from the car but I'm back with a vengeance and I'm determined to get this baby on the road by next spring. Since the last post I...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-13-2016, 04:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,541
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Top down solutions Wonder Bar

Are these any different than the ones that come with the Irocs? I ask because I have a wonderbar from an Iroc that I was planning on installing in my Firebird. If these are better I might consider...
Forum: Members Firebirds
10-12-2016, 02:26 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,977
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Restoration of 88 GTA

Awesome thread man, you're getting a lot done in a short time! I'm definitely excited to see the finished product.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-19-2016, 08:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 836
Posted By jbalzola

Re: A/C delete heater box

Pm'd this afternoon.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
09-18-2016, 09:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,738
Posted By jbalzola

Re: People with 20s please come in.

I know this is an old thread but are you still running with this setup? If so how are you liking it?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-18-2016, 08:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 701
Posted By jbalzola

Re: B&M 80692 Console Megashifter for 82-92 Thirdgen

nothing showed up in my inbox
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-18-2016, 07:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 701
Posted By jbalzola

Re: B&M 80692 Console Megashifter for 82-92 Thirdgen

what's your price shipped to 49801
Forum: Body
11-04-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,675
Posted By jbalzola

Re: New paint, How does it look?

Any progress on measuring them up?
Forum: Body
10-19-2012, 11:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,675
Posted By jbalzola

Re: New paint, How does it look?

any chance you have the blueprints or designs you can swing my way, I've got my bird on jack stands right now and a little more height and room underneath would make my life easier. I'm doing the...
Forum: Body
10-18-2012, 11:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,675
Posted By jbalzola

Re: New paint, How does it look?

Did you build the rig yourself or did you buy it?
Forum: Body
10-10-2012, 12:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 764
Posted By jbalzola

Re: can this paint be repaired?

I actually just had the same problem on my truck, I used 1000 grit wet sanding paper and sanded the hood and roof of my truck. I sanded the clear to feather the edges and I sanded the exposed paint...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-26-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,237
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Subframe connectors. Bolt on or Weld on?

is this going to matter if it's done on a hoist or jack stands?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-24-2012, 07:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,237
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Subframe connectors. Bolt on or Weld on?

when you guys say put them on with suspension loaded...what if I'm restoring my car and there is no drive train or suspension to speak of...do I wait to put on sfc?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-07-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 338
Posted By jbalzola

Heads up! UMI Sale!

All UMI parts are 10% off at summit racing right now. Just figured that I would share the love.
Forum: Body
08-30-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,673
Posted By jbalzola

rotisserie

So my question is......has anyone used a rotisserie when restoring their third gen? I'm debating picking one up that comes with a pile of adapters that include one for uni-body cars. Let me know pros...
Forum: Body
08-24-2012, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,106
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Fender Vent Plastic Grilles (82-84 T/A)

check this out, looks to be genuine gm as well

http://parts.nalleygmc.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=380106&ukey_product=2531338
Forum: Body
08-18-2012, 09:58 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,818
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Help me save the bird!

Its a shame that these cars rot so easily
Forum: Body
08-17-2012, 09:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,818
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Help me save the bird!

is it rot or just surface rust?
Forum: Body
08-16-2012, 12:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,818
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Help me save the bird!

2x6 will work out just fine, the smaller the dolly the stronger it will be, I would think that if you made them 1.5ft x 1.5 or even 2ft x 2ft that would work out fine to support your car in 4 places....
Forum: Body
08-15-2012, 04:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,818
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Help me save the bird!

You can build your own then, pick up some heavy duty casters and build 4 dollys from 2x6's. Place those under the frame rails front and back you should be golden.
Forum: Body
08-15-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,818
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Help me save the bird!

If you plan to leave the wheels and tires on harbor freight or Northern tool have some beefy reasonably priced dollys with wheels
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-15-2012, 11:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,969
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Many 1982-1984 Firebird Parts

Hey man, I'm looking for the front impact bar with honeycombs for an 84
Forum: Body
08-15-2012, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Killing rust INSIDE a frame rail?

Let us know how well this stuff works and if it's easy to use, I've been debating using this but it seems a bit pricy. If it works then I guess it'd be worth it.
Forum: Body
08-13-2012, 03:11 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,818
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Help me save the bird!

I picked up 5 or 6 cans off of ebay and even though its Eastwoods ebay store it's cheaper than on their website and it's free shipping too. Check it out.
...
Forum: Body
08-13-2012, 01:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,670
Posted By jbalzola

Re: totalled camaro..worth fixing?

the PITA way would be to drill out the spot welds and remove it but I would say cut off more of the front end than you need and do the tedious stuff at home.
Forum: Body
08-13-2012, 10:29 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,818
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Help me save the bird!

If you're battling surface rust or you can grind off/sandblast off the rust I've been having good luck with Eastwoods Rust Encapsulator. I'm restoring an 84 Firebird with some surface rust all over...
Forum: Body
08-13-2012, 08:56 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

And you nailed it, I still can't believe I missed those.
Forum: Body
08-13-2012, 08:55 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

So I'm definitely an idiot, on a whim I took a look at the 400 sitting on my engine stand again and staring at me were 4 more bolts that were tucked in between the rocker arms. took those out and all...
Forum: Body
06-18-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

So I've been busy with life and haven't had a whole lot of time to work on the bird but I did get some good garage time the other day...even though I was not too pleased with what I found. I noticed...
Forum: Body
04-26-2012, 07:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 698
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Rear hatch help

if you get a hold of a good locksmith there is a chance they can re-key the locks for you or they might be able to at least get your hatch open so you can replace the lock.
Forum: Body
04-25-2012, 11:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,073
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Hood Blister Inserts

i recently stumbled upon this site too while looking for new impact bars for my firebird, pretty extensive parts catalog for our 3rd gens.
...
Forum: Body
04-25-2012, 11:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,073
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Hood Blister Inserts

Just came across these via craigslist, not sure if this is what you're looking for but I figured I'd give it a whirl

http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/pts/2933742834.html
Forum: Body
04-23-2012, 11:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

From the looks of it you can't see **** from this picture, but yeah all the bolts have been taken out and we ended up pulling the rocker arms and pulled the push rods with no luck either. I'm leaning...
Forum: Body
04-16-2012, 05:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

And a buddy and I tried taking the heads off of the 400 that I have and couldn't get even one side off. We spent 4hrs, broke 2 pry bars and 4 air chisel bits, and plenty of colorful language was...
Forum: Body
04-16-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

Working at it slowly but surely. So far the Eastwood rust encapsulator sprays on thick and has yet to run. Looks like good coverage too.

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Forum: Body
04-10-2012, 03:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,452
Posted By jbalzola

Re: Putting some life into an 84 Firebird

So I put in some garage time this weekend and can I say that it wasn't fun at all. First off a buddy and I were going to work on the 400 that I have and we spent 4 hours trying to take ONE of the...
Forum: Body
04-04-2012, 12:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 393
Posted By jbalzola

Re: i need some help

It looks after market. Best bet would be to pull the switch and follow the wires. If you've pushed it and nothing happens it's probably leading to no where. I had a truck back in the day that a guy...
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