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Forum: Firebirds for Sale
01-21-2018, 04:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,682
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: 1991 Formula T-Tops - Lots of New Parts!

This has wheels and tires on it and can be rolled into a trailer.The engine and transmission are removed, otherwise it’s all together I’m open to reasonable offers or suggestions for this sale[/left]
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
12-28-2017, 08:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,682
Posted By syoung_2000

1991 Formula T-Tops - Lots of New Parts!

I have a 1991 formula 305tpi, disc rear end with 3.73 richmonds. 5spd.

Brand new magnaflow catback, Dyno Don's headers with ceramic coating on inside too (per request) & Y-pipe, Founder's...
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
12-27-2017, 10:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 764
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: WTB 1991-1992 firebird base or Formula

I have a 1992 formula 305tpi, disc rear end with 3.73 richmonds. 5spd.

Brand new magnaflow catback, Dyno Don's headers with ceramic coating on inside too (per request), Founder's Performance LCA...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,639
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Too Much Angle for Clutch Master Cyl. Rod?

Anyone have an opinion?

Is a little angle tolerable, but maybe not this much?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-20-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,639
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Too Much Angle for Clutch Master Cyl. Rod?

The padding might be puffed out creating some sort of illusion. You can tell from the engine bay side, the firewall is straight. No damage or anything.

It's crazy how I tried to make the holes...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-20-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,639
Posted By syoung_2000

Too Much Angle for Clutch Master Cyl. Rod?

Is this too much angle?

I figure I could drill a new hole a little higher (the one on right) to correct it vertically. Then the whole assembly would still be angled to the left where it connects...
Forum: Cooling
04-14-2013, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,081
Posted By syoung_2000

Thermostat Housing Bolt - Factory or Bad Joke by Previous Owner

Not sure it's called a thermostat housing, but anyhow...

This is a bolt that has a nut half-way. (Threads above and below the nut that turn with the nut). When I try to back it out the top of the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-08-2013, 06:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 13,187
Posted By syoung_2000

700R4 to T5 Swap Rewiring Simplified with Pics!

I thought I'd try to get some answers/clarification for the electrically challenged like myself, who do better with pictures. I plan to clean this up after I get some verification and make a...
Forum: Electronics
03-25-2013, 04:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 727
Posted By syoung_2000

How Do Airbag Sensors Work? Sawzall Incident

I'm doing a swap from auto to manual. I was using my sawzall and realized it had been smacking back and forth against the sensor that's under the console.

There has been no battery in the car for...
Forum: Exhaust
09-04-2012, 12:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,779
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Dyno Don vs. 2055 - Coatings & Corrosion

Thanks for the advice. I'm gonna pay him to do the inside as well.

Couldn't hurt...
Forum: Exhaust
09-04-2012, 12:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 753
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Headers - Eliminated Mount Points as a Result ???

Thanks for the rapid reply.

How do you all remedy this situation?

I know your dipstick, alternators and a/c isn't flopping around like a fish under your hood!
Forum: Exhaust
09-03-2012, 11:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 753
Posted By syoung_2000

Headers - Eliminated Mount Points as a Result ???

Hey everyone,

I'm working with a 1991 305tpi.

I'm getting Dyno Don's headers. I was taking off the exhaust manifold and realized I'm about to face a couple obstacles.

If I use the bolts he...
Forum: Brakes
08-28-2012, 04:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,893
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Rear disk swap

I'll take $100-150 for my aluminum calipers. They came off a rear end I bought used.

They aren't hard to find. I found remanufactured in stock all day from Napa, Advance, Auto Zone, etc...

Good...
Forum: Exhaust
08-27-2012, 01:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,779
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Dyno Don vs. 2055 - Coatings & Corrosion

I sent Don a PM on this stuff as The Project suggested. I've searched but perhaps missed it.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-27-2012, 01:09 AM
Replies: 363
Views: 79,205
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Dyno Don's Headers

So you guys think the metal Dyno Don uses will last just fine being coated on outside only for the header and uncoated Y-pipe.

I don't wanna pay someone else to re-coat them on the inside or...
Forum: Exhaust
08-25-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,779
Posted By syoung_2000

Dyno Don vs. 2055 - Coatings & Corrosion

Hey Everyone!

I'll be buying some headers ASAP. I have a dilemma.

I want to install them once and be done, without corrosion issues. (I'm talking relatively short time, I know nothing lasts...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-25-2012, 12:57 AM
Replies: 363
Views: 79,205
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Dyno Don's Headers

Anyone have a long term review of the uncoated y-pipe & non coated inside of headers?

Did you guys have the insides & y-pipe coated after you bought them?


Just curious how these hold up...
Forum: North East Region
08-20-2012, 04:39 PM
Replies: 2,446
Views: 101,401
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Ohio?

I'm in Washington Court House, Ohio
Forum: Exhaust
06-02-2012, 02:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,704
Posted By syoung_2000

Those with Dyno Don / LB9 Combination ???

I'm looking for some headers.

I was comfortable getting the Hooker 2055's and was gonna order from Advance with 20% coupon code. However, they have been totally out of stock for over a week now....
Forum: Members Camaros
06-02-2012, 02:30 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 68,543
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: My '91 Z28

DBLTKE:

I'm glad I found this thread. I have the exact same setup as you.

1991 Firebird LB9, T5, 3.73 gears. It's all stock, except I do have the Magnaflow cat-back to install.

I'm wanting...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-22-2012, 04:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: What are these identations on the rear end?!?!?

It's just been setting there as I knock off rust flake and degrease it. It isn't full of fluids. It's out of the vehicle. I'm trying to prep it for paint.

On two of those indentations where its...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-21-2012, 06:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: What are these identations on the rear end?!?!?

So maybe they need tacked by a welder before I paint?

I did knock some rust flake off with a wire wheel, so maybe corrosion just got to it.

Do these vent tubes have rubber gaskets that are...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-21-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: 1991 T5 Speedo Gears. 7 drive & 21 driven

I can get the purple 7 teeth drive gear. It the 21 driven that's elusive as you guys have mentioned.

Anyone tried these calibrator boxes that you wire between your sensor and the computer to use...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-21-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By syoung_2000

What are these identations on the rear end?!?!?

I cleaned off the rear end yesterday to prep for paint. I come back today and it appears, even though the rear end isn't full of fluid yet, that it's seeping out somehow.

Most of these identations...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-19-2012, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: 1991 T5 Speedo Gears. 7 drive & 21 driven

I still can't find 'em.

This guy that's linked to a lot doesn't even have them.

http://www.transmissioncenter.net/speedometer_calibration_______va.htm


So, still lookin'...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-19-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,154
Posted By syoung_2000

When should an aluminum rear end girdle cover be used?

I have the rear end out and I'm about to paint things. I'm trying to decide whether to keep the stock rear end cover or not.

I have a 1991 305tpi & T5 with plans for modifications that likely...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-19-2012, 01:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By syoung_2000

1991 T5 Speedo Gears. 7 drive & 21 driven

Hey everybody,

I have a 1991 Firebird that I've put 3.73 gears into.

I need drive & driven gears for my WC T5. I've read of different style shafts for different years.

Mine needs to work...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-16-2012, 03:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: WTB: WC T5 Bellhousing Dust Shield, Lower Shift Boot, AXXD Prom

I'm thinking of a boot that covers the square hole in the floorpan
Forum: Classified Ads Feedback Board
05-14-2012, 03:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,302
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Beware of John8169

It wouldn't hurt to do a screenshot of the thread or PM at time of purchase...

If they edit the post or delete a pic after the sale, you still have evidence before the edit.

That would've...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-12-2012, 12:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: WTB: WC T5 Bellhousing Dust Shield, Lower Shift Boot, AXXD Prom

$30 shipped? I don't know what they're worth...

If they are from a WC T5 then I'm interested. I have PayPal.

I'd like to see pics of what you got. You can text 937-205-8475 any time.
I work...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-10-2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 15,339
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Founders Performance

What do you guys mean by rod ends when you're talking about the LCA's w/rod ends?

Is that the difference between the Poly/Swivel joint combination:...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-10-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 510
Views: 28,196
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: What Third gen Camaro parts do you need?

I'm looking for:

-WC T5 dust shield, preferably with bolts.
-Lower shift boot for the T5.
-AXXD Prom (5spd. LB9)

For a 1991 Firebird.

Zip code 43160
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
05-10-2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By syoung_2000

WTB: WC T5 Bellhousing Dust Shield, Lower Shift Boot, AXXD Prom

I'm looking for:

WC T5 dust shield, preferably with bolts.
Lower shift boot
AXXD Prom (LB9 5spd.)

Needs to fit a '91.


Thank You
Forum: Body
05-02-2012, 02:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 22,332
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: How do I remove grease from rusty rear end & prep to paint?

Thanks for the advice everyone. The rear end is at the shop getting new bearings, seals, etc right now.

Would you paint over the cover and bolts as one with the axle housing or would you mask of...
Forum: Body
05-01-2012, 12:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 22,332
Posted By syoung_2000

How do I remove grease from rusty rear end & prep to paint?

Hey everyone,


The rear end of my car had flaky rust on it and a thick oily/dirt combination of gunk. I scrapped off the thick gunk, but couldn't get it all. Then, I used some wire wheels to...
Forum: Brakes
04-21-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,507
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Identifying DISC Brake Rear - GM or Aftermarket??

FYI: I have a 92 PBR. It has the rubber dampeners.

Although, I didn't know what they were until I read this thread.

Thanks! lol
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2012, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,420
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Please help w/ Axle & Pinion Shaft Wear Patterns...

Just a couple pics of what's going on around the yoke.

It's dry as a bone in between the yoke and axle housing, where I believe the seals sets. I did scrape and brush at some gunk, on the rear,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2012, 04:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,420
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Please help w/ Axle & Pinion Shaft Wear Patterns...

EDITED:

Thanks Sofa,

Maybe I could file and smooth out the axle ends just a little and buy a new pin.
It looks like my drum axles fit if needed.

What about the surface of those splines on...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2012, 03:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,420
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Please help w/ Axle & Pinion Shaft Wear Patterns...

Here are some more pics...

BTW. There were no metal shavings on the magnet or scattered inside, just typical metallic dust on magnet. The teeth on all gears I can see look good.

The axle...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2012, 02:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,420
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: Please help w/ Axle & Pinion Shaft Wear Patterns...

Here are pics of the pinion shaft. I was thinking at first that both ends have wear from the ends of the axles, but to be honest, I just don't understand how the inside of all this stuff works.
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2012, 02:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,420
Posted By syoung_2000

Please help w/ Axle & Pinion Shaft Wear Patterns...

I bought a used PBR rear end with aftermarket 3.73 Richmond gears. I am trying to evaluate the overall health of this rear end and determine what I need to replace before installing it.

Axle:
The...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-13-2012, 12:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: I probably bought the wrong rear end - Please help identify it

I said "I counted 10 bolts on the ring gear (not the cover)" because I read that it's a common mistake to count the bolts on the cover. :confused:

This should be clarified by someone for the sake...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
04-10-2012, 12:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 425
Posted By syoung_2000

Hatch Pull Down Assembly. Entire thing needed for 1991 Firebird

Just like the title says. My hatch is slightly crooked so I'm not sure if that contributed or not. It was like this when I bought it.

I realize there are a couple versions of this piece. I would...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-09-2012, 11:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 400
Posted By syoung_2000

Rear End Swap Issues...Video of Problem Included for Free!!!

Hey guys,

I'm having issues getting these bolts out. I've hammered away and tried backing them out with a ratchet, but nothing's helping.

The arms to these things were hacked off by the guy...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2012, 04:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: I probably bought the wrong rear end - Please help identify it

sofakingdom-

Did you check out the pics in my link? TTOP350 says it's cone type posi, which you say references the 9 bolt, yet I counted 10 bolts on the ring gear. (Not the cover...lol)

Hmmm....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: I probably bought the wrong rear end - Please help identify it

JamesC -
Wow, that link was spot on and awesome. Fineline's website looks a little dated though. Their calendar show dates don't seem to jive with Carlisle, PA event dates for this year. I'm gonna...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2012, 03:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: I probably bought the wrong rear end - Please help identify it

Does anyone make the prebent brake lines and T box for the rear?

The ones on this rear are rather corroded in some spots...

Also need drive and driven speedo gears now. Getting one gear that...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-18-2012, 01:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By syoung_2000

Re: I probably bought the wrong rear end - Please help identify it

My T5 is from a '92 305tbi so it should have the .63 5th gear which I'm hoping will help a little.

Not being the richest man in the world, I think I'll see how it rolls first and buy new gears...
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