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Forum: Body
09-30-2006, 08:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,348
Posted By Roads88

C5 seats fold forward as well. I'm looking...

C5 seats fold forward as well.

I'm looking at doing the same thing. In the research phase

and O yes...Bump:waveman:
Forum: Interior
09-27-2006, 12:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,759
Posted By Roads88

Thanks for the info....They are back on my...

Thanks for the info....They are back on my list:thanks:
Forum: Interior
09-27-2006, 09:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,759
Posted By Roads88

Nice job on your seats...congrats I just...

Nice job on your seats...congrats

I just started looking at them. I new Recaro's were expensive, but I didn't know you had to fab the mounts.

Its looking more like Corbeau's for me.

...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-24-2006, 01:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,118
Posted By Roads88

The problem has become worse. The pressure is so...

The problem has become worse. The pressure is so great that the gas cap becomes damaged. It becomes hard to get off. After that, can't get the gap back on. The threads will not engage and the top of...
Forum: Fabrication
06-29-2006, 02:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,522
Posted By Roads88

It's cool looking. I would hang it on the wall,...

It's cool looking. I would hang it on the wall, not on the car. Steering wheels are round for a reason.
Forum: TPI
06-22-2006, 09:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,177
Posted By Roads88

I have one on my car and didn't see any...

I have one on my car and didn't see any differance.

The good news is, I got it for free.
Forum: TPI
06-13-2006, 09:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,285
Posted By Roads88

I went through these guys and it works well: ...

I went through these guys and it works well:

eBay Motors: TPI 52mm bored/port throttle body 85-92 Z28 TA Corvette (item 8072670660 end time Jun-15-06 18:58:24 PDT)...
Forum: TPI
06-07-2006, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 527
Posted By Roads88

:yup: Also,does this car have a sensor in...

:yup:

Also,does this car have a sensor in the drivers side exhaust manifold. If so, make sure no burnt wires and you might just replace it. They are cheap at Autozone. If it is not working...
Forum: Cooling
05-12-2006, 09:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By Roads88

:yup: There are several grounds on the...

:yup:

There are several grounds on the passanger side near the radaitor support.

Also, on the back of the block there are several grounds. Feel around with yours hands for loose wires.

It...
Forum: TPI
05-11-2006, 11:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 931
Posted By Roads88

I would start by checking the codes.

I would start by checking the codes.
Forum: Cooling
05-03-2006, 05:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 725
Posted By Roads88

dueling answers... check the time. :lol:

dueling answers... check the time. :lol:
Forum: Cooling
05-03-2006, 05:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 725
Posted By Roads88

Ok...that should be the switch that grounds the...

Ok...that should be the switch that grounds the secondary fan (on a two fan car.) This switch gets to a set temp (someware betwen 220 and 240 degrees) and grounds the relay and kicks on both fans.
...
Forum: Cooling
04-27-2006, 04:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,529
Posted By Roads88

With a lower temp fan switch you will not need...

With a lower temp fan switch you will not need the toggle. I removed mine.

the switch is just a bitch to get at with headers.:gocrazy:
Forum: Cooling
04-27-2006, 09:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,529
Posted By Roads88

On my car (see sig) there are two relays. the one...

On my car (see sig) there are two relays. the one on the rad support on the passenger side is the primary (run by ECM). The second is on the passenger side next to the evap canister (run by temp...
Forum: Cooling
04-20-2006, 09:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,216
Posted By Roads88

well....The fans stopped working again. Same...

well....The fans stopped working again. Same thing as before. found a wiring diagram and ran a wire from the ground wire at the point it went into the relay (next to the filter canester)to the...
Forum: Cooling
04-13-2006, 04:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,108
Posted By Roads88

:yup: Had a Griffin direct fit put in my car. Per...

:yup: Had a Griffin direct fit put in my car. Per my mechanic it was no were close to a direct fit. The fittings are in the same locations but it is much thicker.
He had to do a bit of fabrication....
Forum: Northern California
04-12-2006, 04:52 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 5,391
Posted By Roads88

Any news? software taken care of?

Any news? software taken care of?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-10-2006, 08:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,045
Posted By Roads88

Nothing against Kansas, rust just is not that...

Nothing against Kansas, rust just is not that common here. It's nice driving the car year round. :)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-10-2006, 02:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,045
Posted By Roads88

hmmm....Car in north Kansas has rust, car in...

hmmm....Car in north Kansas has rust, car in California dosn't. What are the odds.:rolleyes:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-09-2006, 01:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,045
Posted By Roads88

stock aluminum driveshaft

Here is the story...

After doing some research, I decided to install an LS1 Aluminum driveshaft.
Had it installed for me. On the drive home decided that the old shaft was a little smoother and...
Forum: Northern California
03-31-2006, 01:10 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 5,391
Posted By Roads88

No sweat... it will give me time to get the new...

No sweat... it will give me time to get the new rad in and driveshaft.:)
Forum: Cooling
03-27-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,941
Posted By Roads88

I have heard that this radiator is built for...

I have heard that this radiator is built for summit by "Northern"

I knew I saw something about this.

Try this: https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/showthread.php?s=&threadid=258752

Hope this...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-23-2006, 12:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,118
Posted By Roads88

ok, Thanks I will!

ok, Thanks I will!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-21-2006, 07:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,118
Posted By Roads88

Well...got it installed and still have the...

Well...got it installed and still have the whine.:mad:

Any ideas. Someone must have delt with this before.
Forum: Cooling
03-20-2006, 11:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,941
Posted By Roads88

From Summit: GRI-1-25272-XS $213.69 ...

From Summit:
GRI-1-25272-XS $213.69
---------------------------------------------

I think he is looking for a direct replacement. Does this one have the built in tranny cooler, heater hose...
Forum: Cooling
03-20-2006, 09:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,941
Posted By Roads88

I got a griffin from summit. Its a direct...

I got a griffin from summit. Its a direct replacememnt but is not cheap. a search under Firebird will not show it. However, it comes up under Camero.

The part # is: GRI-6-282AE-BAX

I spoke...
Forum: Northern California
03-13-2006, 02:33 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 5,391
Posted By Roads88

Bob or Road, youre choice:D

Bob or Road, youre choice:D
Forum: Northern California
03-05-2006, 06:22 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 5,391
Posted By Roads88

just to make it clear, Im in for the dyno.:D

just to make it clear, Im in for the dyno.:D
Forum: Northern California
03-02-2006, 03:01 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 5,391
Posted By Roads88

I just walkied in and talked to beenie. Asked him...

I just walkied in and talked to beenie. Asked him if his dyno was up and guees what. :thumbsup:

Im in!!

Don't think i will pull any big numbers but would like to know.:)
Forum: Cooling
03-02-2006, 02:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,216
Posted By Roads88

The fans started working again.:huh:

The fans started working again.:huh:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2006, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,118
Posted By Roads88

I looked at the valve and have one on order. Did...

I looked at the valve and have one on order. Did not try and blow thru it.:p

I will post after install and let you know.
Forum: Cooling
02-26-2006, 08:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,216
Posted By Roads88

Had the same setup on my car. when went to 200...

Had the same setup on my car. when went to 200 degree temp switch did not need it anymore. Ran the sam wire to ground and nothing. Thats why i started checking relays and still nothing. time to mind...
Forum: Cooling
02-26-2006, 07:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,216
Posted By Roads88

Well...I double checked ground wires and all...

Well...I double checked ground wires and all looks well. The *(&*
temp switch in the lower right side of the block I can barly see, from on top or under the car. It looks like there may be some...
Forum: Cooling
02-25-2006, 10:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,216
Posted By Roads88

Well...The relay made no differance. I tried it...

Well...The relay made no differance. I tried it in four (4) differant spots.

1st: The radiator support area next to the air cleaner.
2nd: The relay next to the filter canester for the gas tank...
Forum: Cooling
02-25-2006, 06:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,216
Posted By Roads88

cooling fan relay?

On The 88 TA is there more then one cooling fan relay?

The fans will come on when the AC is on. However, they will not kick on from the fan switch in the block. I even grounded the wire (same...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2006, 01:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,118
Posted By Roads88

ok...Thanks. Got the part number for those who do...

ok...Thanks. Got the part number for those who do a search later. It is # 10033125.

$17.84 from gmpartsdirect.com.

I guess the best way to see if its working is simply try and blow through it....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2006, 11:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,118
Posted By Roads88

Whining sound from gas tank.

Hi all

If my car has 3/4 of a tank or less. I get a whining sound comming from the gas tank after the car is shut down. Its some type of pressure build up. Buy turning the gas cap a little...
Forum: Northern California
02-16-2006, 11:46 AM
Replies: 629
Views: 13,825
Posted By Roads88

Welcome...The interior looks in really good shape

Welcome...The interior looks in really good shape
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2006, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 482
Posted By Roads88

I did the same thing you did (see Sig) my old...

I did the same thing you did (see Sig) my old shocks, struts, and springs were so worn out, The car looked like it actualy lifted. :p

Mine are the set with the one (1) inch drop. looks will not...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-23-2006, 03:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 700
Posted By Roads88

I put one on mine. Tightened the front end up. ...

I put one on mine. Tightened the front end up.

I got the car new...should have come with one.
Forum: Northern California
01-22-2006, 07:29 PM
Replies: 629
Views: 13,825
Posted By Roads88

CPR...:p

CPR...:p
Forum: TPI
12-21-2005, 04:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 787
Posted By Roads88

Yeah...it was a time and money issue. If and when...

Yeah...it was a time and money issue. If and when i get the money together, a procharger is going on.

I'l force feed the sucker:p

The Griffin radiator in my mods list is the first step in that...
Forum: TPI
12-20-2005, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 787
Posted By Roads88

I got one from a friend who went with a larger...

I got one from a friend who went with a larger throttle Body, didn't feel any differance.

latter, I had my TB rebuilt and bored to 52mm with the airfoil on. Also, added the slp runners and port...
Forum: Body
12-19-2005, 12:42 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,674
Posted By Roads88

Very nice interior, even the door panels have...

Very nice interior, even the door panels have silver accents:thumbsup:
Forum: TPI
12-08-2005, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 473
Posted By Roads88

I replaced my old cat when the exhaust system was...

I replaced my old cat when the exhaust system was changed. The Catco cat lasted about 6 months and then clogged. After taking it off, the contents of the cat just poured out on the ground. Summit...
Forum: Power Adders
11-25-2005, 01:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,647
Posted By Roads88

Thanks for the info!

Thanks for the info!
Forum: Power Adders
11-23-2005, 11:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,647
Posted By Roads88

Hmmm....Good point I figured it came with...

Hmmm....Good point

I figured it came with differant pullies to adjust the boost. However, that is an assumption.

Anyone know?!?!
Forum: Power Adders
11-23-2005, 11:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,647
Posted By Roads88

Thanks...The kit shows boost of 9.12 lb. To get...

Thanks...The kit shows boost of 9.12 lb. To get lower boost, I'm guessing, you go with a larger pully on the charger? (making the charger spin slower).

Thats some impressive rear wheel power your...
Forum: TPI
11-23-2005, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 601
Posted By Roads88

I've had mine for about a year, still works...

I've had mine for about a year, still works great.:burnout:
Forum: Power Adders
11-23-2005, 09:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,647
Posted By Roads88

Im glad someone asked these questions. Thinking...

Im glad someone asked these questions. Thinking about doing the same thing myself. One question that did not get asked is "does the stock fuel pump need to be upgraded"?

The vortec chargers list a...
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