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Forum: Electronics
09-23-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By ace16a

Re: Power draw help needed.

The alternator was the problem. Replaced alternator and everything works as it should again.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-16-2017, 06:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 589
Posted By ace16a

Aluminum drive shaft u joint

Hi all, I bought an aluminum drive shaft for my 85 z28 a few years ago and the bearing in the tailshaft went out. It wore a groove into the yoke and tranny fluid will spit out on acceleration. I put...
Forum: Electronics
05-01-2017, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By ace16a

Re: Power draw help needed.

Thanks for the reply, I have narrowed the problem down to a bad voltage regulator in the alternator. I was looking at wires and tracing where they went and fan would turn off and on again. Started...
Forum: Electronics
04-27-2017, 09:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By ace16a

Re: Power draw help needed.

A strange thing occurred while I was putting everything back together. The fan was running and then just stopped, and cycled on and off with the key. Then a few minutes later, it started running...
Forum: Electronics
04-27-2017, 05:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By ace16a

Re: Power draw help needed.

Finally got a chance to change the switch but it didn't help. I did notice that with the switch unplugged, the fan is still running. Is there any way wires could be crossing in the loom somewhere? ...
Forum: Electronics
04-18-2017, 09:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By ace16a

Re: Power draw help needed.

I did not know there is another switch further down the column, thanks for the idea. I bypassed the relay because I couldn't get the temp switch that had failed out of the block. I was much younger...
Forum: Electronics
04-18-2017, 10:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By ace16a

Power draw help needed.

I am at a loss trying to figure out my power draw issue. Any help is greatly appreciated. 1985 Z28, mostly stock 305 tpi, fan temp sensor went bad over 10 years ago so I rewired the fan relay to stay...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
06-24-2012, 04:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 874
Posted By ace16a

Re: Cracked my Rim

I've fixed wheels with similar damage before. Hardest part would be trying to match the color. I've always just polished the wheels.
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2012, 10:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,688
Posted By ace16a

Re: Cruise Control Problem

Having the same problem. I think it's vacuum related.
Forum: Electronics
04-17-2012, 02:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,847
Posted By ace16a

Re: Bad alternator?

I finally got my alternator apart. The plug on top was very corroded and the power wire was bare about half an inch from the connector. The rectifier bridge was partially melted and I can see burn...
Forum: Electronics
04-08-2012, 05:35 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,847
Posted By ace16a

Re: Bad alternator?

Must be pretty common. Went and started the car this morning and it fired right up and the alt was charging the battery. Started it this afternoon and the battery went dead in 10 min. Borrowed a good...
Forum: Electronics
04-06-2012, 09:35 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 10,847
Posted By ace16a

Re: Bad alternator?

I'm having the same problem but my battery takes a couple of days to drain. Tonight I did a simple check to see if the alt was charging the battery. Just started the engine and watched the voltmeter....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-31-2011, 09:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 300
Posted By ace16a

Transgo help needed

I've got an older transgo kit that came with the corvette servo but I can't find the instructions. Can anyone post the instruction sheets for me or tell me where I can download them from? I've done a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-11-2010, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,890
Posted By ace16a

Re: How Do You Get The %&$^!@# Governor Cap Back On!?

I've never had a problem when I lower the back of the tranny and then use a long (18") punch and tap all around until its seated all they way in. I've done it this way many times.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-26-2010, 09:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,823
Posted By ace16a

Re: rear end for sale

What do you want for it with the drums?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
08-19-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,562
Posted By ace16a

Richmond 3.73 gear

Looking for a good useable Richmond ring and pinion set. Need to be 7.5-7.625 10-bolt series 3 carrier. Richmond p/n 49-0046-1. Ring p/n 80-0452-1. Pinion p/n 80-0453-1. I need to replace the set...
Forum: Car Audio
08-08-2010, 01:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 691
Posted By ace16a

Re: Power antenna access

Cool. Thanks
Forum: Car Audio
08-08-2010, 12:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 691
Posted By ace16a

Power antenna access

Did a search but didn't find out how to get at the power antenna motor to fix it. Can I get to it through the wheel well or do I need to remove the fender? Thanks
Forum: TPI
07-09-2009, 07:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 23,325
Posted By ace16a

Re: Engine won't start after tune-up

Ok, unhooked battery and rechecked the firing order. Took coil off and checked the wires, put coil back on and checked firing order again. Hooked battery back up and gave it a try. Still nothing....
Forum: TPI
07-09-2009, 06:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 23,325
Posted By ace16a

Re: Engine won't start after tune-up

Double checked the firing order a few times, rotor is seated right, the button is making good contact with the rotor, coil is plugged in, gapped spark plugs at .035. The only thing I'm not sure about...
Forum: TPI
07-08-2009, 11:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 23,325
Posted By ace16a

Engine won't start after tune-up

I just got done replacing all the plugs, wires, dist. cap and rotor and now the engine won't fire. All I get is some popping and an occasional loud bang. I check plug 1 for spark and didn't get...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-02-2009, 08:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 406
Posted By ace16a

Swaping tranny's/speedo gear question

I'm swaping the old 700r4 out of my car and putting in a newer one from a chevy truck with vss. When I pulled the tailhouse off the new tranny, I found a steel speedo gear. How do I remove it?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-05-2008, 11:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 516
Posted By ace16a

Re: stock rear end out of 86 iroc

Where are you located?
Forum: TPI
10-05-2008, 07:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 615
Posted By ace16a

Re: 305 to 350 TPI swap and engine prep questions

Thanks for the help, but I ran the block numbers and found out that the block is much older than what I was told and that it's not a crate motor. I'm going to let it sit till next spring then I'll...
Forum: TPI
10-02-2008, 11:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 615
Posted By ace16a

Re: 305 to 350 TPI swap and engine prep questions

Ok, so what would a good cam choice be if I use the 305 heads, 1 5/8 headers, and 22# injectors? I have these injectors laying around so Ill probably use them. Should just need to use a corvette prom.
Forum: TPI
10-01-2008, 11:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 615
Posted By ace16a

Re: 305 to 350 TPI swap and engine prep questions

What about sensors, prom, ecu, injectors, ...? Also, I was told that putting the 305 heads on the 350 would raise compresion, right?
Forum: TPI
10-01-2008, 08:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 615
Posted By ace16a

305 to 350 TPI swap and engine prep questions

Hey, I just picked up a 350 crate motor and I want to swap it into my 305 TPI 1985 Z28 using the stock TPI setup. The motor is out of a delivery van that has around 10,000 miles on the motor. It's a...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-15-2008, 05:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 777
Posted By ace16a

Re: 88 GTA 9bolt, 91 Vet L98 Short Block

Got any pics of the rear?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-15-2008, 09:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,149
Posted By ace16a

Re: 3rd Gen 10 bolt posi/3.42 gear WI/IL

I'm very interested. If the others fall through I can pick it up this weekend.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
03-13-2008, 10:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 651
Posted By ace16a

Re: Disk brake rear end

What's your zip? I'm looking for a complete setup to change over from drums, ready to drop in and go.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-06-2008, 07:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 394
Posted By ace16a

Re: Disc Brake Rear end

I might be interested if you could find out what gears are in it and if it's a posi unit.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
02-03-2008, 08:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,334
Posted By ace16a

Re: 1994 GM 350 4 BOLT MAIN BLOCK FOR SALE!!!!

Is this still for sale?
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-07-2007, 08:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 629
Posted By ace16a

If you want to send it my way, just let me know...

If you want to send it my way, just let me know what the shipping will be.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
02-25-2007, 02:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 629
Posted By ace16a

I'll take it off your hands if the other guys...

I'll take it off your hands if the other guys don't. I had to replace the pass side on my car with a larger pin top and I want to switch back to the original smaller pin type.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-20-2006, 07:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,343
Posted By ace16a

please send pics of rear end. jafrfp@aol.com

please send pics of rear end. jafrfp@aol.com
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-29-2006, 08:06 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,029
Posted By ace16a

What do you want for the rear, and are you...

What do you want for the rear, and are you willing to ship?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-26-2006, 06:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 796
Posted By ace16a

If you ever have the tranny out, replace the pump...

If you ever have the tranny out, replace the pump to torque converter seal and the tail shaft bearing and seal. Got done installing a tranny and forgot to install a new pump seal and i had to deal...
Forum: Body
06-26-2006, 01:22 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,666
Posted By ace16a

:iagree: There are way too many stupid...

:iagree:

There are way too many stupid people out there carrying guns around. Don't get me wrong though, I love shooting my guns and hunting when I can. I just don't take the things with me...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-23-2006, 01:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,049
Posted By ace16a

My car just started to do the same thing. I'm...

My car just started to do the same thing. I'm replacing the tv cable tommorrow. Let you know if it fixes the problem.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
06-17-2006, 10:29 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,995
Posted By ace16a

Sent the MO last night.

Sent the MO last night.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
06-14-2006, 04:25 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,995
Posted By ace16a

I'll take a set. Money can be sent out tomorrow....

I'll take a set. Money can be sent out tomorrow. Thanks
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-14-2006, 12:18 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,624
Posted By ace16a

What are you looking to get for the 86 disc rear?...

What are you looking to get for the 86 disc rear? what's the condition?
Forum: Fabrication
06-01-2006, 04:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,773
Posted By ace16a

I'm currently redoing my setup with .125" 3003...

I'm currently redoing my setup with .125" 3003 alum sheet metal "boxes" coming from the "fog light holes" up to the stock air box. For now I'm going to use the stock plastic air box, but am planning...
Forum: Cooling
06-01-2006, 03:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 770
Posted By ace16a

From what I've read, the 85 TPI cars use the temp...

From what I've read, the 85 TPI cars use the temp sensor in the front of the intake manifold to monitor temp and the ecu commands the fan on and off. My 89 T/A had the switch between the 6 and 8...
Forum: Cooling
05-30-2006, 08:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 770
Posted By ace16a

My car is a single fan setup. I did figure out...

My car is a single fan setup. I did figure out why the fan isn't coming on. The plug that goes into the fan relay is shorting out. If I hold it in the relay, the fan works as it should, but if I let...
Forum: Cooling
05-29-2006, 02:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 770
Posted By ace16a

No fan switch

I have a 1985 Z28 Camaro with a TPI. My fan quit working recently so I started replacing stuff. I replaced the fan relay and fan motor. Then I went to replace the fan switch and just saw a plug where...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
05-19-2006, 11:38 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,995
Posted By ace16a

i'll take a set, too. how do you like to get paid?

i'll take a set, too. how do you like to get paid?
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
04-28-2006, 01:37 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,360
Posted By ace16a

Can u get the rpo codes for the rear? I'll give...

Can u get the rpo codes for the rear? I'll give you $100 for it if it's a posi. Also, do you have the master cylinder and anything else i might need to convert a drum rear to a posi?
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
04-15-2006, 06:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 692
Posted By ace16a

I need to check to see if I have 22# or 24#...

I need to check to see if I have 22# or 24# injectors. I've got them at my dad's shop so I'll check tomorrow and let you know.
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
04-14-2006, 03:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 692
Posted By ace16a

would that chip work in my 85 z28's computer?

would that chip work in my 85 z28's computer?
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