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Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
10-09-2015, 09:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 941
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Shifter plate (top black piece) for Firebird with power windows only.

I think I have one of those at home too. If you're still looking let me know and I'll check.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-04-2015, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Does Cruise and HVAC share vacume?

Update: today I looked at all the vacuum lines and discovered a disconnected line on the passenger side. There was a vacuum tee with one open end and a vacuum leak. The thin, hard hose coming from...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-03-2015, 05:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Does Cruise and HVAC share vacume?

Thanks! I can't wait to get home and start looking!😀
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-03-2015, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Does Cruise and HVAC share vacume?

Thanks for the heads up and that is exactly what I was trying to find out! One other question though: Do the TPI cars have the vacume ball in fender? My car is at home or I'd look but I swear I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2015, 09:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,261
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: EGR Delete

When my 89 GTA 5.7 motor started acting up I had the whole engine rebuilt to factory specs in a GM dealership that I worked for and THEY actually removed the emissions components for me. Why? We...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2015, 09:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By blackfrontier

Does Cruise and HVAC share vacume?

I have an odd question because I have an odd situation. I took my 89 GTA into my GM service department to replace two hard to reach heater hoses under the drivers side of the car that snake around...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2015, 11:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,403
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Vibrates in drive at idle

I recently noticed a pulsing vibration that just started in my 89 GTA that only does it at idle and in gear. If I come to a stop I can deal a pulsing vibration that makes various parts of the car...
Forum: Body
03-15-2015, 03:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 827
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Got a leak

My 89 GTA also has a weird leak like that. The drivers side rear seat get a drip from the rear plastic ceiling panel. I have removed it and seen water drip out the hole the screw goes in to hold the...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
03-11-2015, 06:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Need GTA armrest bezel and......

Did you have hose parts and what do you want for them?
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-25-2015, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Need GTA armrest bezel and......

Yep! Those are the parts and a rear seat receiver since I just broke one of mine
Forum: TPI
02-23-2015, 10:19 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 24,114
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: What kind of fuel economy is everyone getting on their TPI?

Not sure why I got the rude reply. This thread IS for people wanting to know mileage so to say "nobody cares" contradicts the whole purpose for the post. Get a clue
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-22-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Need GTA armrest bezel and......

I think I saw those on eBay once
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-22-2015, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Need GTA armrest bezel and......

I still need the parts above but also now need a rear passenger seatbelt buckle in gray. I was changing the red buttons out and somehow broke the part inside.
Forum: TPI
02-22-2015, 04:12 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 24,114
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: What kind of fuel economy is everyone getting on their TPI?

My 89 GTA 5.7 Auto was just rebuilt to stock specks along with the transmission (although the emissions pump and associated plumbing was removed but stock exhaust remains for now) and I am getting 24...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-11-2015, 09:47 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,533
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: EGR Vacuum Solenoid Part # 1997171 Needed

I would expand your search by looking for the one used on corvettes those years. The mounting bracket is shaped a little different but can easily be made to work and is more plentiful. I used one on...
Forum: Interior
11-05-2014, 08:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,952
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Help needed with GTA Digital Dash plus...

I solved the issue by selling the cat and buying an 89 GTA with regular gauges. Lol
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-14-2014, 10:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,533
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: NEEDED: 87-92 EGR Vacuum Solenoid Part # 1997171

I have the part. Looks great and for 35.00 it's yours shipped. PM me if you want it.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-13-2014, 01:22 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,533
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: NEEDED: 87-92 EGR Vacuum Solenoid Part # 1997171

I will look for it when I get home tonight from work
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
10-12-2014, 10:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,533
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: NEEDED: 87-92 EGR Vacuum Solenoid Part # 1997171

I'm sure I have it because I removed my emission stuff and it's in a box.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-20-2014, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 413
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Front license plate holder

How much do you want shipped to zip 83815?
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-18-2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 413
Posted By blackfrontier

Front license plate holder

Hello. I need a factory front license plate holder and brackets for an 89 GTA. Also need gray plastic driver side seat back for the same car and the service port door cover under the drivers side...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-11-2014, 11:20 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 10,309
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Interior plastics/parts blowout

I'm looking for a gray driver side seat plastic back for my 89 GTA. Do you have one in excellent condition?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-09-2014, 10:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 220
Posted By blackfrontier

High idle problem for GTA

My car is a stock 89 GTA with TPI 350 that was just rebuilt at my dealership and idles too hight now unless we unplug the IAC. If unplugged it idles closer to where it should be but turn on AC and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2014, 07:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,130
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 87 GTA stumbles going over pass

I was unable to figure out this problem and sold the car. I got the 89 GTA in the picture and ditched the 87 in the background. Real shame after all that. I am currently rebuilding the engine in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-16-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 336
Posted By blackfrontier

Engine noise just started on my GTA

I have a 89 GTA with a factory 5.7 liter and stock TPI setup. I bought the car 6 months ago with 157,000 miles on it but the motor was supposed to have been rebuilt around 40,000 miles ago. The car...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
03-13-2014, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 538
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: GTA Front License Plate Bracket Needed

I sent PM but cannot view my personal messages on this phone for some reason. How much for frame and brackets?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-12-2014, 08:37 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 10,309
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Interior plastics/parts blowout

I am needing the plastic seat back for and 89 GTA in gray. I need the drivers side. I just discovered the top half is broken off just above the netting part below. Also looking for the small...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
03-11-2014, 08:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 538
Posted By blackfrontier

GTA Front License Plate Bracket Needed

The title speaks for itself. I have an 89 GTA and need the front bracket and two mounting bracket. Prefer one that isn't bent up. Thanks :cool:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-09-2014, 09:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,318
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Rebuilding 700r4 help

I agree. I have checked out those sights as well. The stall on the torque converter is something I'm not sure on either. What did a factory GTA come with? Would a slightly higher stall be an...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-08-2014, 08:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,318
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Rebuilding 700r4 help

Okay so a shift kit will make a difference from what I just read. I think I basically just need a modern rebuild kit with better quality parts than stock? I have seen some kits advertise a corvette...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-08-2014, 01:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,318
Posted By blackfrontier

Rebuilding 700r4 help

I have spent much time combing the posts for transmission rebuilding tips and torque converter choices and I'm still scratching my head in frustration. My factory bone stock 89 GTA has a slipping...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-01-2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: GTA Transmission part needed

That would be great. Been trying to order one from Classic Industries for two days now and they are closed. Their Web also doesn't show the part but the catalog does. How much do you want for one.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-31-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By blackfrontier

GTA Transmission part needed

Hello everyone! I just found out the inspection cover is missing to my automatic transmission which is the 700r4 to my 89 GTA 350. Anyone have a reasonable price for one?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-29-2013, 05:10 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,130
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 87 GTA stumbles going over pass

Now that is the best new advise yet. By the way I bought a coolant temp sensor and had them install it, but was not aware of two of them.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-29-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,130
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 87 GTA stumbles going over pass

Yes I replaced the sensors. Timing was set twice by a tech at the dealership. Not sure what you mean by timing mark slip at top dead center? Meaning the timing set to the mark could be off?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
12-28-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,582
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Parting out 87 GTA has digital dash

How much for the door panels? Do you have good photos of each panel?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
12-21-2013, 11:05 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,582
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: Parting out 87 GTA has digital dash

Do you have the door panels still?
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-15-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By blackfrontier

Need GTA armrest bezel and......

Hello,

Need a gray armrest bezel for drivers side door for my 89 GTA. May consider buying a pair if available. I also need the small door panel cover that covers the computer terminal where...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-25-2013, 08:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,598
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1987 GTA Trans Am for sale

Updated Craigslist ad I stuck in CA craigslist:
http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4212562966.html

If it doesn't sell at listed price I will just hang on to it. I HAVE 5,000 INVESTED
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-22-2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,598
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1987 GTA Trans Am for sale

I could snap a photo under the hood easy enough and send it to your phone? Car is text book bone stock. Clean, no damage, no rust, no junk. All new heater hoses and vacuum lines. If you were to...
Forum: Electronics
11-22-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1989 GTA Fog light Freak Show

I will check the alternator out. I notice when the car is cold, everyone I turn on the right blinker the horn honks. Kind of annoying, but it stops doing it after awhile. I did swap steering...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-21-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,598
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1987 GTA Trans Am for sale

Man I have cars shipped daily at work. I wouldn't recommend driving that distance but this car has never left me stranded. As for photos of underside I'll see what I can do.
Forum: Electronics
11-20-2013, 07:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1989 GTA Fog light Freak Show

I notice the headlights brighten and dim off and on when they first come on for about 10 minutes. I also discovered when I turn the right side blinker on, the lower right fog light blinks with the...
Forum: Electronics
11-20-2013, 03:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1989 GTA Fog light Freak Show

I also noticed the two side front fender marker lights don't work. The bulbs were blown but new ones didn't make them work either. *NOTE the new bulbs did NOT blow out once in.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-20-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,598
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1987 GTA Trans Am for sale

It's Carmine red and the 87 was the only year you could get it.
Forum: Electronics
11-20-2013, 12:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1989 GTA Fog light Freak Show

Does anyone have pics?
Forum: Electronics
11-20-2013, 12:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By blackfrontier

1989 GTA Fog light Freak Show

SO I just bought a 1989 GTA and I backed out of the driveway tonight to move my 87 GTA out and I observed my fog lights on the 89 go out, then come back on, then go out again. What would cause...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-19-2013, 01:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,598
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1987 GTA Trans Am for sale

This car has a clean Auto check with no accidents. It has also lived in the desert of Yakima, WA. Most it's life. It is no rust bucket.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
11-19-2013, 01:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,598
Posted By blackfrontier

Re: 1987 GTA Trans Am for sale

Sorry not possible
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