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TPI
06-28-2012, 07:29 PM
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Push Pedal, RPM Drops & Car Putters
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Mackadoches
Re: Push Pedal, RPM Drops & Car Putters
Ok thanks ASE I will get a fuel pressure guage and look for my voltmeter. Appreciate the detailed response.
Forum:
TPI
06-28-2012, 06:32 PM
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Push Pedal, RPM Drops & Car Putters
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Push Pedal, RPM Drops & Car Putters
So this has happened to me a few times now. Sometimes when I am driving, the car's RPMs drop drastically and the car putters with little power. I let off the gas and the rpms jump back to normal and...
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Cooling
06-24-2012, 10:54 AM
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A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
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Mackadoches
Re: A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
Thanks for the advice. It is already retrofitted with R-134. Thanks again
Forum:
Cooling
06-24-2012, 12:51 AM
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A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
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Mackadoches
Re: A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
Bump....
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Cooling
06-23-2012, 12:41 PM
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A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
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Mackadoches
Re: A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
Anyone??
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Cooling
06-22-2012, 02:49 PM
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A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
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18,485
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A/C Compressor Replacement Tips & Tricks
So my a/c was recharged and all the refrigerant leaked out within a month....I figured the compressor was leaking so I had the shop put dye in it and sure enough i was seeing bubbling green liquid...
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South East Region
06-22-2012, 01:59 PM
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South GA or North FL Tuners??
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534
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Mackadoches
Re: South GA or North FL Tuners??
Well the reason I need a tune is because the PO put a diff cam in it and I don't know what it is, which I found out from other members that I need to know what it is or get it replaced. So as of now...
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History / Originality
06-15-2012, 03:38 PM
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Great RPO Code List
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Great RPO Code List
I was searching for complete lists of RPO codes here and found a few limited lists or some lists that were missing various codes. Maybe I missed a post with a full list but I just did a random google...
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Engine Swap
06-15-2012, 01:19 PM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Thanks Dakaota...went there and found out that I have 3.23
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-11-2012, 03:32 PM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
Ahh Ok so I was looking at the wrong wires....as you can see the wires under my dash are like spaghetti (not my doing). I think I know what switch on the pedal arm you are talking about..its hard to...
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South East Region
06-11-2012, 09:48 AM
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South GA or North FL Tuners??
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534
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Mackadoches
Re: South GA or North FL Tuners??
Anyone? I have no idea how to datalog/chip burn.
Forum:
Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-11-2012, 08:01 AM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2012, 11:30 PM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2012, 04:28 PM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
Ok obviously I am not doing something right or not using the correct pink/black wire. I vampire clipped 2 different pink/black wires that I found under the dash and then hooked the other end to a...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2012, 03:05 PM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
Thanks RBob....heading out now to do it.
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-10-2012, 09:53 AM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Yeah now i just need to go figure out what axel ratio i have.
Forum:
Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-10-2012, 08:52 AM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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2,645
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
Bump
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Engine Swap
06-10-2012, 12:57 AM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Thanks Atilla. This gives me a good place to start. Now if and when I swap out the cams, are there other parts i should look into to supplement the cams or will they be good for a standalone swap?
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-09-2012, 08:28 PM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Yeah i guess that would make alot more since than swapping the long block. Ill have to start searching for heads/cams. Sorry i dont really know an extensive amount about good internal parts for our...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
06-08-2012, 08:43 PM
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Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
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Mackadoches
Re: Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
And thanks a lot 91specialk! The pics help alot. Ill go search for the instructions....hopefully my haynes manual has some in there too.
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
06-08-2012, 08:38 PM
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Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
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Mackadoches
Re: Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
Yeah I know a lot of people like to bypass or remove it in some form of fashion, however i am probably one of the few who actually want to keep it. I just need it workin properly.
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Tech / General Engine
06-08-2012, 09:10 AM
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Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
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Mackadoches
Re: Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
Yeah man i got this lock cylinder from rock auto for like $25....has that VATS contacts in it and 2 dummy keys for cutting new ones. I plan on putting it in tomorrow and I am trying to gather info on...
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-08-2012, 09:03 AM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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1,226
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
LOL! Yeah thanks Vett...I guess I should take it in and see how much to get whatever fixed...Im just the type of person who hates when PO's screw with the car and then I don't even know what they did...
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-07-2012, 09:07 PM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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1,226
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Thanks for the advice. Im pretty sure one of the valves are either bent or one of the seals is gone. The car puffs out white smoke for about a second when the car is started and has been sitting for...
Forum:
DFI and ECM
06-07-2012, 09:03 PM
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Need Tune Service....
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549
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Mackadoches
Re: Need Tune Service....
Ok thanks I will look into that
Forum:
DFI and ECM
06-07-2012, 01:20 PM
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Need Tune Service....
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549
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Mackadoches
Need Tune Service....
Sorry if this post doesn't go here....don't really know where to put this. Anyway, my car is in need of a good tune/chip burning. I bought this car back in Feb and after tearing it apart replacing...
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-07-2012, 12:41 PM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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1,226
Posted By
Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Ok Ill start searching for chip burners or tuners.....I have no idea how to do that stuff. Thanks for the advice guys.
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South East Region
06-07-2012, 12:38 PM
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3
South GA or North FL Tuners??
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534
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Mackadoches
South GA or North FL Tuners??
My car is in need of a good tune/chip burning. I bought this car back in Feb and after tearing it apart replacing stuff, I found out the PO ugraded the head with bigger cams.......and didn't burn a...
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-07-2012, 11:30 AM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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1,226
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Or honestly a good place to find crate motors.
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Engine Swap
06-07-2012, 11:05 AM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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1,226
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
What I mean about not having a rebuilder is that I don't excatly trust most shops around here not to screw it up. The problem with tuning is that I don't know of anyone near me that does tuning and I...
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-07-2012, 11:03 AM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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1,226
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Mackadoches
Re: Stock Engine Replacement
Yeah I know its going to be hard to find an exact L98 replacement but I am just trying to figure out what engine I would have the least hassle installing with. This one looks like it would do the job...
Forum:
Engine Swap
06-07-2012, 08:12 AM
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Stock Engine Replacement
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1,226
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Mackadoches
Stock Engine Replacement
I have been searching for just a basic stock engine replacement for my Camaro. I don't want to upgrade, add on, or enhance it in anyway that would require me to by loads of extra stuff....I like my...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
06-07-2012, 07:18 AM
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Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
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1,674
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Mackadoches
Re: Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
For anyone wondering, yes the part # above is the correct one for an automatic. Has the VATS contacts and dummy keys.
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-05-2012, 09:00 PM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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2,645
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
Took a look at the PROM section....im not very good with messing around with Jumping pins and all that stuff. I just want to do the simple toggle switch from the brake comnector. I just need to know...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-03-2012, 08:56 PM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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2,645
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-03-2012, 12:25 PM
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TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
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2,645
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Mackadoches
Re: TC lock-up switch on my TPI drivetrain.
Has anyone done this? If so could I get a simple step by step on how to do this because my tranny is locking up in 4th at about 35mph which is about 10mph too soon and is causing my car to shudder a...
Forum:
Interior
05-24-2012, 09:37 AM
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15
90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
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4,104
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Mackadoches
Re: 90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
Yeah the button thing kinda sucks...it really limits what you can get
Forum:
Interior
05-23-2012, 02:12 PM
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90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
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4,104
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Mackadoches
Re: 90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
Trust me bud, you are not the only one who feels this way.
Forum:
Interior
05-23-2012, 01:11 PM
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90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
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4,104
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Mackadoches
Re: 90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
Thanks for the input
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DFI and ECM
05-23-2012, 12:26 PM
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How To Find Out What ECM I Have
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1,137
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Mackadoches
Re: How To Find Out What ECM I Have
Copy that
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-23-2012, 12:21 PM
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Vibration In Lock Up/4th at 33ish mph
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997
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Mackadoches
Vibration In Lock Up/4th at 33ish mph
So this tranny (700r4) just got rebuilt about 3 months ago. 1st thru 3rd is strong and fine...shifts a bit early but it is good. When I get to about 33mph at half throttle or less, the tranny shifts...
Forum:
Interior
05-23-2012, 11:56 AM
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15
90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
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4,104
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Mackadoches
Re: 90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
Haha I agree but at this point its better than the torn up sun faded leather one I cureently have. Will still be looking for better aftermarket ones. Only problem is the whole button thing....
Forum:
DFI and ECM
05-23-2012, 11:54 AM
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10
How To Find Out What ECM I Have
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1,137
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Mackadoches
Re: How To Find Out What ECM I Have
Ok I know I recognize the Idle Air Control accronym but I got lost at param lol.....I assume it is parameters since their were number values associated with the info and the difference in the drive...
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Tech / General Engine
05-23-2012, 08:23 AM
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Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
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1,674
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Mackadoches
Re: Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
Bump
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Interior
05-23-2012, 07:42 AM
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15
90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
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4,104
Posted By
Mackadoches
Re: 90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
I found the OEM shifter knob here if anyone is interested:
http://www.rickscamaros.com/catalogsearch/result/?search_year=1990&q=shifter+knob&x=9&y=6
Forum:
Interior
05-23-2012, 07:22 AM
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90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
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4,104
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Mackadoches
Re: 90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
I see shifter knobs on the 2 sites and some of them have buttons. However I wonder if these buttons provide the same function as the OEM knob button? (black square button on top)
Forum:
Interior
05-23-2012, 07:02 AM
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90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
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4,104
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Mackadoches
Re: 90 IROC-Z Shifter Knob Ideas?
Ok thats a start. Appreciate it man
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Electronics
05-23-2012, 07:00 AM
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vats problem how to fix
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2,795
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Mackadoches
Re: vats problem how to fix
Is there a safe way to clean contacts in ignition? I have a brand new key and tried it so its not my keys. Its most likely the contacts in the ignition because the lock cylinder looks worn. I have...
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Tech / General Engine
05-22-2012, 08:23 PM
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Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
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Mackadoches
Re: Where To Buy VATS Lock Cylinder/Is This It?
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DFI and ECM
05-22-2012, 08:20 PM
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How To Find Out What ECM I Have
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Mackadoches
Re: How To Find Out What ECM I Have
And yeah I read some of the other tuning posts and it seems like everyone goes to moates and uses the g1 adapter with the chips. Also I was reading about using a ZIF for quick access. Have to do some...
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