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Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-16-2014, 06:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 184
Posted By pontiacdog

Weird idle problem

When I start the car for the first time in the morning, the idle drops to zero almost immediately.
Second attempt works just fine.. Also the idle is very rough when I stop for traffic lights etc.
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Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-13-2014, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 599
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Engine bucking A LOT

Replacing the O2 sensor seems to have helped with the bucking but the engine still pretty much dies every time I stop for traffic lights.
Unless I put it in parking gear.
Why is this?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-12-2014, 09:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 599
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Engine bucking A LOT

Yeah. I've experienced only 7 cylinders firing and it didn't feel this rough.

I'm currently replacing the O2 sensor as I can't think of anything else where to start.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-10-2014, 11:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 599
Posted By pontiacdog

Engine bucking A LOT

Yesterday I noticed that my car started bucking whenever I did a full acceleration, and soon it started bucking heavily all the time. Now it's impossible to drive it, implying you can even start it...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-06-2014, 03:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,899
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: ABS Headliner nightmare

The original is pretty much in pieces and the fabric on the new one is sagging everywhere.

I'm thinking of just gluing leather on the ABS plastic. A leather headliner sounds badass. Any problems...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-04-2014, 11:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,899
Posted By pontiacdog

ABS Headliner nightmare

So I bought the aftermarket ABS headliner for my '86 hardtop Trans Am.

In the beginning I was already frustrated when I noticed that it leaves noticeable gaps everywhere once installed.
But it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-04-2014, 11:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 773
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Fixing A/C

I'm still running on R12, yes.
And the clutch is not engaging which means there's at least a compressor malfunction. I don't have the manifold gauges so this info is all I got.

The other...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-26-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 773
Posted By pontiacdog

Fixing A/C

I have an '86 trans am and I got the A/C refilled but it just won't generate cold air.
The compressor is most likely broken but could something else cause this as well?

Another thing is, the car...
Forum: Interior
06-07-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 798
Posted By pontiacdog

A-pillar trim.. again

Once again I would need tips and information on installing the a-pillar trim..

(It has already been established that they are very hard to remove without breaking any clips or tabs.)

1. How do...
Forum: Body
05-24-2014, 12:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 958
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Rear window leaking

It appears the leak is right here:
http://i8.aijaa.com/b/00312/13288629.jpg

I already gave it a new seal with black silicone sealant. Should I have used something else?
Even after 3 days of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-19-2014, 12:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,168
Posted By pontiacdog

Engine makes "chugging" noise

Here's a clip of how my engine sounds.. it runs fine but I noticed there's something extra that shouldn't be there.

http://static.ylilauta.org/files/7p/orig/jr3hbpbd/puksutus.mp3

You can hear...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-19-2014, 03:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Help with trouble codes

What really worries me is that my engine makes a "chugging" sound that is clearly heard underneath the engine. I thought it could be a valve problem or one of these trouble codes.

I extended the...
Forum: Interior
05-18-2014, 01:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Interior clips

Excellent site, I already see promising clips :goodjob:




Tried that with a Dremel, but the stem was still too thick even though you can shape the tip however you want.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-18-2014, 01:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By pontiacdog

Help with trouble codes

I rebuilt the top end of my '86 TPI, removed all emissions devices and finally adjusted the ignition timing to 6 degrees as it should be. Runs fine I think, but every now and then I see a SES light...
Forum: Interior
05-12-2014, 07:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 538
Posted By pontiacdog

Interior clips

I'm searching for a specific type of interior clip...

http://i4.aijaa.com/b/00157/13263980.jpg

As you can (hopefully) see, it's flat unlike normal "christmas tree" style clips.

I ordered 2...
Forum: Brakes
05-12-2014, 05:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 655
Posted By pontiacdog

Parking brake cable for '86 WS6?

My parking brake is unbelievably tight and yet powerless.
The previous owner did some work on the parking brake but it's still horrible.

I'm going to replace the rear parking brake cables since I...
Forum: Body
05-07-2014, 12:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 958
Posted By pontiacdog

Rear window leaking

The rear window on my '86 trans am leaks and I'm trying to figure out how to fix it.
Water comes in from the lower corners, or at least that's how it looks from inside the car. I have applied...
Forum: Electronics
05-07-2014, 12:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 340
Posted By pontiacdog

Headlamp motor or relay busted?

My headlamps don't always pop up which is probably a very, very common issue..
I'm trying to figure out which part to replace.

When they actually do go up, they do it at the same time and...
Forum: Interior
05-07-2014, 06:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,199
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Pillar trim removal/installation

Yup, that's where they are now.. all because I had no idea how to properly remove the clips. :doh:

Fishing them out is nearly impossible because there are only a few holes and they are smaller...
Forum: Interior
05-05-2014, 10:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,199
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Pillar trim removal/installation

I made a few quick stops while driving so the loose pieces fell down the pillar, I could actually hear it.

Do you have any idea where stuff eventually goes if they're inside the pillar and fall...
Forum: Exhaust
05-01-2014, 04:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 804
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Muffler rattling

Could be... just to be absolutely sure I could open the whole thing up.

Here's a photo of what came out:

http://i6.aijaa.com/b/00994/13238534.jpg
Forum: Exhaust
05-01-2014, 02:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 804
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Muffler rattling

I found out the cause for the rattling! But not a solution..

I shook the muffler in my hands for a good 15 minutes and eventually a few black "rocks" came out from the left outlet. There are still...
Forum: Exhaust
04-28-2014, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 804
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Muffler rattling

No, I don't think it is.
This is the product:
http://www.summitracing.com/int/parts/wlk-17493/applications/make/chevrolet/model/camaro

I think that there's just a bunch of corroded metal inside.
Forum: Exhaust
04-28-2014, 08:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 804
Posted By pontiacdog

Muffler rattling

I bought a 2.5" Dynomax catback system from some guy.
He said he has used the system for a few years and it's seen very little mileage.
But when I shake the muffler, I can here rattling like there...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2014, 12:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Ignition timing mess

Ok, I'll check those sensors.

And just to be sure, can you tell me if I set the ignition to 6 BTDC correctly?
My timing tab is all rusty and this is how I think the degrees go:...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2014, 07:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 318
Posted By pontiacdog

High idle at startup

I recently adjusted the ignition timing to 6 degrees, which I think is correct for this vehicle.
I did it at 220F operating temperature.

Otherwise the car runs fine but when I start it, the idle...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-16-2014, 04:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Ignition timing mess

I finally adjusted the ignition timing.. I set it to 6 degrees btdc while the engine was at 220F and EST disconnected.

However, when I start the car, the idle is horribly high... about 1500rpm. It...
Forum: Exhaust
04-16-2014, 08:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,341
Posted By pontiacdog

2.5" catback

I installed Hooker 2460 headers + Hooker y-pipe specifically designed for the headers and this car.
Problem is, the rest of my exhaust system doesn't go together with the y-pipe.
The Hooker y-pipe...
Forum: Interior
04-15-2014, 10:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,199
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Pillar trim removal/installation

Hmm.. I should put my thinking cap on and invent a new way to install these pillar trims..
I just hate unintelligent design.. :lol: I'll post here if I come up with any decent solution.
It seems...
Forum: Interior
04-09-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,383
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Rust Under Headliner

I had exactly the same problem.

Well, I gave a quick sanding to the areas that I was able to sand. Then applied several layers of CRC rust convert. And yes, there are areas between 2 sheets of...
Forum: Interior
04-09-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,199
Posted By pontiacdog

Pillar trim removal/installation

Any useful tips?
I'm always having trouble with these parts...
Whenever I remove them, the trim itself loses a piece of plastic..
And when I remove the white retainers from the body, they shatter...
Forum: Cooling
04-08-2014, 06:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,033
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Fan works only in diagnostics mode

I replaced the new temp switch with the old, original one and now the fan starts at 222F like it should... somehow the new one wasn't functioning properly, I guess.

But I just noticed that coolant...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2014, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Ignition timing mess

Thanks!
But what exactly is the EST and where is it located?

Ground wires should be okay, fuses too.
Brake booster used to work fine before I messed up the ignition timing. So there are most...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2014, 07:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Ignition timing mess

Ground wires should be okay. The only ones I have disconnected and then reconnected are the ones behind cylinder heads. And I noticed that most electrical components such as power windows won't work...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-04-2014, 07:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,627
Posted By pontiacdog

Ignition timing mess

How do I set ignition timing? And most of all, what do I do in this situation?

After rebuilding the engine, the car had been overheating and sometimes it wouldn't idle properly so I thought I'd...
Forum: Electronics
04-03-2014, 07:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 618
Posted By pontiacdog

Windshield washer motor

I'm wondering if my washer motor is broken.
It was replaced by the previous owner a few years ago and yesterday I noticed that it doesn't suck any fluid out of the canister. It does make a buzzing...
Forum: Cooling
04-02-2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,033
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Fan works only in diagnostics mode

Apparently the fan switch is located in the cooler.

Could this problem be caused by excess air inside the cooler, for example? I had some trouble with adding coolant in the car.
Forum: Cooling
04-02-2014, 12:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,033
Posted By pontiacdog

Fan works only in diagnostics mode

So my '86 trans am runs so hot that I can't really drive it.
This is caused by the fact that the fan will not switch on.
Technically it works because when I'm running in diagnostics mode the blade...
Forum: TPI
03-29-2014, 02:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 278
Posted By pontiacdog

Rough idle and then stalls

I rebuilt the top end of my '86 TPI and finally adjusted the ignition.
It seems to start just fine but the idling is rough, throttle response is very poor and slowly the idle just dies out and the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2014, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 347
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Engine won't idle

EDIT: Managed to set the ignition... it fires up nicely but it runs horribly..
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2014, 10:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 347
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Engine won't idle

Just realized that the intake air temperature sensor on the bottom of the plenum is unplugged.
Could this be it?
The problem is, I can't even locate the connector for it.
I don't suppose anyone...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2014, 08:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 347
Posted By pontiacdog

Engine won't idle

The engine fires up but stalls immediately unless I keep pressing the gas pedal.
To me it seems like it's running too rich and chokes.
The smell is awful and there's black smoke coming from the...
Forum: TPI
03-24-2014, 04:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 788
Posted By pontiacdog

TPI runner bolts

I'm missing 2 runner bolts that connect the runners to the plenum.

Where can I find new ones that match the originals perfectly? Black torx bolt, I'm not sure of their exact specs but I guess they...
Forum: Exhaust
03-16-2014, 07:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,119
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: O2 sensor wire lengthening

I've already cut the sensor wire.. :(
+ it seems the harness wire doesn't get any longer

For now I'm gonna have to try to just solder the cut sensor wire together since the car needs to be in...
Forum: Exhaust
03-14-2014, 07:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,119
Posted By pontiacdog

O2 sensor wire lengthening

Got new headers and the O2 sensor's wire isn't long enough to reach the switch.
I took the sensor to an electrician and he told me it's some kind of special wire and there is air passing through the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-12-2014, 10:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 600
Posted By pontiacdog

Power steering pump alignment

Is it just me or is my power steering pump out of alignment?

No matter how I adjust it, it always seems a bit off.

Picture link:
http://i3.aijaa.com/b/00301/13117443.jpg
Forum: Exhaust
03-11-2014, 10:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,003
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Installing new headers

I'm finding it impossible to fit the bracket, too.

Here's a picture to demonstrate.
http://aijaa.com/K0Xl0V

What do you think I should do? I can't really even remember what this bracket was...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-11-2014, 10:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 811
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Valve adjustment

Should I loosen them up a little?
Mostly I paid attention to the rocker instead of rolling the pushrod, I did the 1/2 turn at the exact point when the rocker wouldn't jiggle around at all.

When...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
03-11-2014, 10:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 328
Posted By pontiacdog

Intake runner bolt

I'd like to buy an original intake runner bolt.
There are short and long ones and I'm missing a long one (I think). But if you can sell me a short one, too, I'd like to buy both just in case.

I'm...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 811
Posted By pontiacdog

Re: Valve adjustment

Okay, thanks.

I still don't quite understand how you can check that the valve is set perfectly on the base circle.
Is there some kind of timing mark somewhere, or is it just that the lowest point...
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