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Carburetors
10-18-2015, 12:49 PM
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ultra quiet fuel pump
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guitarman2
ultra quiet fuel pump
Hey guys. Is anyone using a jegs or edelbrock ultra quiet fuel pump for
carbureted engines? I am using jegs low pressure pump and is really noisy.
so far seems to be dependable but I read...
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Interior Parts Wanted
03-17-2015, 12:20 PM
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seat trim
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338
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: seat trim
I can do that. I've never purchased anything thru 3rd gen. How do you want
to do this?
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Interior Parts Wanted
03-15-2015, 12:12 PM
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seat trim
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Posted By
guitarman2
Re: seat trim
Yes, the egg-shaped piece looks like what I need. Actually, I only need the
one for the outside driver's seat, but will take the set if price is right.
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Interior Parts Wanted
03-10-2015, 04:43 PM
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seat trim
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guitarman2
Re: seat trim
Thanks for quick back. No, mine looks like this. Thanks anyway.
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Interior Parts Wanted
03-07-2015, 10:51 AM
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seat trim
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338
Posted By
guitarman2
seat trim
Hey. I'm looking for the trim that covers the seat hinge. I need black, but
will take any color. I would also take one or both sides, but need both. Thanks in advance.:driving:
Forum:
Interior
03-06-2015, 03:33 PM
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reclining seat aduster covers (black)
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guitarman2
reclining seat aduster covers (black)
Anyone have the covers for the seat hinges on 1987 formula? I need black ones.
Forum:
Interior
11-13-2014, 01:09 PM
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speedometer help
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657
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guitarman2
speedometer help
Hey, guys! I have an '87 formula. I got an instrument cluster from Hawks for the speedo 'cause my odometer doesn't work. The speedo in this cluster is cable operated. I don't have time today to...
Forum:
Aftermarket Product Review
10-01-2014, 11:56 PM
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obd 1
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guitarman2
Re: obd 1
Followup on my "check engine" light problem. I used the "pin A to pin B" (not pin 1 to pin 8) jumper and found a code on my coolant temp sensor to ECM. Turned out to be a loose connection. Thanks...
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Aftermarket Product Review
09-20-2014, 11:10 AM
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obd 1
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guitarman2
Re: obd 1
that was my instinct on it. Thanks UC. I'll just use the old "short pin 1 to pin 8" and count the flashes.:thumbsup:
Forum:
Aftermarket Product Review
09-19-2014, 03:23 PM
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obd 1
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Posted By
guitarman2
obd 1
Hey, guys. I have an obd II code reader. Has anyone used the adapter I've seen on ebay to hook up to obd 1? My cen-tech instrument doesn't list
an adapter and I'm not sure the ones on ebay will work...
Forum:
Carburetors
04-24-2014, 09:00 AM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
:yup:
Forum:
Carburetors
04-19-2014, 10:44 AM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
First I've heard of a booster for the mechanical pump, I'll check it out. I think the electric pump will be ok as well, as it may run cooler due to the recirc. It is the original
design after all.
Forum:
Carburetors
04-19-2014, 10:35 AM
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high idle Need help
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guitarman2
Re: high idle Need help
Stop the NASTINESS!!:nod:
Forum:
Carburetors
04-16-2014, 12:24 PM
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high idle Need help
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Posted By
guitarman2
Re: high idle Need help
I used an edlebrock intake on my crate 350 and had to grind out the end of the slot in the throttle cable so that the linkage would let the butterfly valves close all the way. I dropped my low rpm by...
Forum:
Carburetors
04-16-2014, 12:09 PM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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5,747
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
update on my vapor lock situation. I installed the "T" after the pump and ran a line to the factory recirc, which I had capped off thinking I could rely on the bypass in the pump, and eliminated the...
Forum:
Carburetors
04-05-2014, 12:20 PM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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5,747
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guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
:thumbsup:Right. I didn't know the in-tank pumps were different pressures. I have contemplated going to the bolt-on tbi, but I see many factory fuel injection owners are switching back to carburetors...
Forum:
Carburetors
04-04-2014, 06:36 PM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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5,747
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
Because the tank is up behind the back seat I'm pretty sure I have a gravity feed situation. I just picked up a "T" to install after the pump and hook my recirc line back up. Hopefully the pump will...
Forum:
Carburetors
04-02-2014, 09:27 AM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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5,747
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guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
:thumbsup:Yeah, I'll probably end up putting a pump in the tank. Thanks for the input, guys.
Forum:
Carburetors
04-01-2014, 10:13 AM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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5,747
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guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
I'm skirting an in-tank pump right now, in fact I put an in-line glass filter before the pump as jegs suggested and that may be my problem. I tried the clothes pins and it didn't help, but I may not...
Forum:
Wheels and Tires
03-31-2014, 01:44 PM
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If you dont mind I need some help on wheel offset/backspace and if these will work
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guitarman2
Re: If you dont mind I need some help on wheel offset/backspace and if these will wor
If you are talking about the offset on the rear wheels, I have front wheels all around on my formula so I can rotate the tires and there are no clearance or tracking probs.
Forum:
Carburetors
03-31-2014, 01:37 PM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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5,747
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guitarman2
Re: jegs in-line fuel pump
Thanks. I'll try that. I thought that might be the problem, but it didn't occur to me it could be the line before the pump.
Forum:
Carburetors
03-30-2014, 08:00 PM
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jegs in-line fuel pump
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5,747
Posted By
guitarman2
jegs in-line fuel pump
Anyone use the jegs in-line fuel pump for carbs set at 6.5 psi? I installed one and it won't maintain pressure after it gets hot; I mean 0 pressure. The problem occurs when I stop for a minute and...
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Cooling
03-30-2014, 07:47 PM
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Heater hose available?
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781
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: Heater hose available?
:cool:Salami Salami Baloni! Good luck with keepin' it cool!
Forum:
Wheels and Tires
03-30-2014, 12:10 AM
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new wheels for firebird restorers
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717
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guitarman2
Re: new wheels for firebird restorers
yes. 16x8
Forum:
Wheels and Tires
03-29-2014, 11:40 AM
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new wheels for firebird restorers
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717
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guitarman2
new wheels for firebird restorers
I recently did some restoration on my '87 formula which included refinished wheels I got from wheelcollision.com. New wheels were unavailable or way expensive. I got the convex alloy wheels for $125...
Forum:
Carburetors
03-22-2014, 09:35 PM
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4
metering jet lead
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442
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guitarman2
Re: metering jet lead
There is a big flexible conduit in front of the a/c blower fan motor. I found the lead (green plastic protected knife connector) hanging under it.
Forum:
Carburetors
03-22-2014, 02:58 PM
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4
metering jet lead
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442
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: metering jet lead
Found it! NEVER MIND!
Forum:
Cooling
03-21-2014, 01:03 PM
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6
Heater hose available?
Views:
781
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: Heater hose available?
Mine is carburated, hose that is no longer available comes out of the rear manifold and goes to a "T" in the heater hose. It starts out 3/8 in and ends up 1/2 in. But the adapter fitting and 1/2 in...
Forum:
Carburetors
03-18-2014, 05:28 PM
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4
metering jet lead
Views:
442
Posted By
guitarman2
metering jet lead
Hey guys. Anybody know how to find the lead for the dwell meter hookup? I think the guy who install the last engine in my '87 either hid it or cut it off. Where is it located and what color is it?...
Forum:
Cooling
03-18-2014, 10:51 AM
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8
tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
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7,921
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guitarman2
Re: tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
I don't know for sure, but I'd say yes. If you think it's a problem with the new engine, I'd have a professional look at it first and then contact the people you got it from before any disassembly,...
Forum:
Cooling
03-17-2014, 07:33 AM
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8
tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
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7,921
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
Run the engine with the radiator cap off and the heater on til the thermostat opens to check circulation and for any backpressure that may indicate a bad thermostat. incorrect intake manifold gaskets...
Forum:
Cooling
03-16-2014, 11:46 AM
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8
tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
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7,921
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
Did you leave the cap off or is the drop in level in the recovery tank? Was the motor hot or cold when you did this test? Is that a new cap?
Forum:
Cooling
03-15-2014, 11:10 AM
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tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
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7,921
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: tbi 350 losing coolant no leaks no miss
My first guess would be a bad or wrong style radiator cap.
Forum:
Cooling
03-14-2014, 12:09 PM
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9
Bottom breather
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1,318
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: Bottom breather
I have one of those adjustable thermostats with the 180* engine thermostats and it works great. It has a range of 160 to 220 with a thermocouple you insert into the radiator fins. I ran the ground...
Forum:
Cooling
03-14-2014, 11:53 AM
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6
Heater hose available?
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781
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: Heater hose available?
I used a brass adapter and 1/2" hose. worked great. Whoops! After further review, my routing
is different. Never mind!
Forum:
Interior
11-11-2013, 08:08 AM
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7
custom steering wheel install
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1,105
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: custom steering wheel install
Sorry, guys, I haven't been watching my messages. Thanks for the input. As mjdavis68
says, I am planning on using the existing hub. Haven't worked up the nerve to try to
remove the old wheel yet...
Forum:
Interior
11-05-2013, 10:47 AM
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7
custom steering wheel install
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1,105
Posted By
guitarman2
custom steering wheel install
Has anyone removed a steering wheel from the hub to install a custom
wheel? How is it attached? Looks like rivets but I hesitate to drill them
out. Any hints / horror stories ?:confused:
Forum:
Carburetors
10-27-2012, 02:04 PM
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9
How do i Tune a carb
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1,455
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: How do i Tune a carb
Hey. Shep. The screws down in front of the carb allow air around the closed butterfly valves at idle. A good way to adjust them is to open them both equally 5 turns and start the car ( warmed up )....
Forum:
Carburetors
10-20-2012, 10:22 AM
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can't find the calibration lead
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595
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guitarman2
Re: can't find the calibration lead
Thanks, Damon. I think it may have been cut off by the last engine installer. I may be able to tap into one of the wires at the metering valve connection. The wire is tucked in the conduit tube, I'm...
Forum:
Interior Parts for Sale
10-05-2012, 02:41 PM
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25
[TN]
Complete 88 GTA Black Leather Interior + Digital Dash+ TPI setup
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1,611
Posted By
guitarman2
Re: Complete 88 GTA Black Leather Interior + Digital Dash+ TPI setup
I'm interested in your center console. let me know.
Forum:
Carburetors
10-05-2012, 02:13 PM
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4
can't find the calibration lead
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595
Posted By
guitarman2
can't find the calibration lead
I can't find the calibration lead on my '87 305 w/ quadrajet. what color is the wire (engine installer may have cut the connector end off) and where is it on the wiring harness?
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