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OLD Third Gen Fest
03-23-2008, 12:10 AM
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Third Gen Fest '08?
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6,128
Posted By
gusman
Re: Third Gen Fest '08?
Im planing on being there again this year, even though I dont have the 'bird anymore. (Had to find it a new home due to emissions and the fact that I inherited a restored '37 Chevy Pickup.)
...
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-28-2007, 09:44 AM
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17
Thanks denny and beth
Views:
720
Posted By
gusman
Re: Thanks denny and beth
Thanks again for another great fest!
Who needs a rain date when you have canopys, a porch and a garage! :)
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-26-2007, 09:54 AM
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27
TGF who's ready?
Views:
558
Posted By
gusman
Re: TGF who's ready?
Cleaned up and ready to go... See y'all there in a bit.
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-18-2007, 09:19 AM
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27
TGF who's ready?
Views:
558
Posted By
gusman
Re: TGF who's ready?
Well, just got insurance back on the 87 but have yet to take it out for a "shakedown" run. I think tonight may be nice enough to do that.
I am sure there will be something I will have to fix...
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-14-2007, 05:31 PM
Replies:
2
Thirdgen Fest $35 early registration ends 5/15!!!
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449
Posted By
gusman
Re: Thirdgen Fest $35 early registration ends 5/15!!!
Hey Denny... Sent via PayPal...
-Chris
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-29-2006, 01:41 PM
Replies:
31
So how many from this board ended up at Thirdgen Fest?
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741
Posted By
gusman
Made it there and had a great time. If the rate...
Made it there and had a great time. If the rate of growth keeps up like it has over the past few years, soon Denny's back yard will have to be used as well.
Not only is it great to see so many...
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-29-2006, 08:20 AM
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22
A big thank you!
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784
Posted By
gusman
Add my thank you's to the list. It was a great...
Add my thank you's to the list. It was a great day with a great turnout.
It keeps getting bigger and bigger... which is all the better.
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-29-2006, 08:14 AM
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15
"hold my beer,3-2-1 PUSH!"
Views:
955
Posted By
gusman
Yea, I will second that...
Yea, I will second that...
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-25-2006, 04:48 PM
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15
One more day !!!!
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576
Posted By
gusman
I plan on getting there right around the start. ...
I plan on getting there right around the start. Really looking forward to it.
Just got to polish and vaccum my 87 and I will be all set.
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-25-2006, 12:28 PM
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28
Number of cars registered as of 5/22 --- 39
Views:
1,126
Posted By
gusman
I was just going to ask the status of her 'Bird. ...
I was just going to ask the status of her 'Bird. If you need any help, let me know. Im am dedicating Friday to mine but let me know and I will come over to help you finish hers.
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-22-2006, 03:07 PM
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59
Just an idea
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1,854
Posted By
gusman
If so.... please count me in for one...
If so.... please count me in for one...
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-22-2006, 03:06 PM
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3
Thirdgen Fest '06 T-shirts!!!
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543
Posted By
gusman
Sweet! Count me in for one.
Sweet!
Count me in for one.
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-19-2006, 06:48 PM
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28
Number of cars registered as of 5/22 --- 39
Views:
1,126
Posted By
gusman
The number will be on your packet as well as the...
The number will be on your packet as well as the car info sheet that you fill out for the car show portion of the fest.
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-17-2006, 02:49 PM
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28
Number of cars registered as of 5/22 --- 39
Views:
1,126
Posted By
gusman
Im #30.
Im #30.
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-16-2006, 03:58 PM
Replies:
24
who's getting pumped for the fest?
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719
Posted By
gusman
As for me... I just got plates for my '87 'Bird,...
As for me... I just got plates for my '87 'Bird, so now I have to start the cleanup effort.
But at least its plated.... :)
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
02-13-2006, 04:11 PM
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52
Third Gen Fest 2006
Views:
2,425
Posted By
gusman
I will be there, even if my 'Bird is not. (Gotta...
I will be there, even if my 'Bird is not. (Gotta get plates...and the IN-EPA and I are not on speaking terms right now.)
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
08-09-2005, 08:53 PM
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1
Need Help - Smog test- High HC
Views:
562
Posted By
gusman
Need Help - Smog test- High HC
Hello All...
Did some searching and reading on this particular topic, but all the threads I read were kinda old and I would like a fresh perspective on things...
First off, I now live in Indiana...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
08-07-2005, 11:33 PM
Replies:
37
What do we have to do to get people to participate?
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934
Posted By
gusman
My first thought is distance for some of the...
My first thought is distance for some of the events. That is the bad part about being a part of "Chicagoland." Basicly, it covers NW Indiana (which covers quite a bit) as well as Chicago and the...
Forum:
Brakes
06-29-2005, 10:58 AM
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9
Brake Lite
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723
Posted By
gusman
From my experience, this means either the brake...
From my experience, this means either the brake system needs to be bled better or that the warning switch is bad. Even with some air in the lines, in a lot of cases the car will still stop ok. ...
Forum:
Car Audio
06-06-2005, 03:59 PM
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14
Shattered Glass And Wires.....
Views:
661
Posted By
gusman
In most cases, aftermarket stereo components are...
In most cases, aftermarket stereo components are not covered under most insurance policies unless you have a waiver. With that said, it may not even be worth the claim but it would be a good idea to...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
06-02-2005, 09:28 PM
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10
Thanks Denny!
Views:
545
Posted By
gusman
Denny, Wanted to add my thanks as well. It...
Denny,
Wanted to add my thanks as well.
It was a great time and I plan on being back next year!
-Chris
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
03-14-2005, 09:58 AM
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143
Lets see your cars people!!!!
Views:
3,756
Posted By
gusman
Sorry, messed up my pic... Will have to post a...
Sorry, messed up my pic... Will have to post a new one later.
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
03-04-2005, 11:14 AM
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34
Thrash to finish by Third Gen Fest'05
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1,321
Posted By
gusman
Im plan on redoing my interior and some general...
Im plan on redoing my interior and some general clean up. Just looking around for deals on carpet and the like.
Im also replacing some floor pan sections and cleaning up the engine...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
10-18-2004, 11:16 AM
Replies:
6
Carfax
Views:
362
Posted By
gusman
PM Sent your way! Thanks in advance!
PM Sent your way! Thanks in advance!
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
10-17-2004, 12:16 AM
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18
last sat. night at miami subs?
Views:
552
Posted By
gusman
Did anyone make it? I was running real late...
Did anyone make it?
I was running real late and did not get there till around 8:15 or so. To be honest, I was not expecting anyone to be there at that time being under the assumption that by...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
10-13-2004, 05:14 PM
Replies:
18
last sat. night at miami subs?
Views:
552
Posted By
gusman
I'll make a sincere effort to make it. It all...
I'll make a sincere effort to make it. It all depends on the work schedule and the Mrs. With my luck, she already has something planned. Gee, maybe I will get an unexpected page and have to leave.
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
10-12-2004, 05:25 PM
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9
Who wants the GM supplier discount?
Views:
1,473
Posted By
gusman
I believe the supplier discount is the same for...
I believe the supplier discount is the same for all of GM's suppliers. Using that assumption, here is what I know from using the GMSD... (Bought my 03 Truck this way as my company is a supplier...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
10-12-2004, 04:33 PM
Replies:
50
Christmas Dinner?
Views:
1,232
Posted By
gusman
I would be interested in joining in. It's a...
I would be interested in joining in. It's a rather busy time of year, but it would be cool.
-Chris
Forum:
South Central Region
09-17-2004, 11:47 AM
Replies:
75
Why would someone steal my iroc?
Views:
4,180
Posted By
gusman
I feel for you! Kinda makes you wonder if...
I feel for you!
Kinda makes you wonder if VIN etching into certain parts really makes a difference. I mean, ID the major parts in a hidden place on the hood, doors, glass, and the back of the...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
09-13-2004, 11:59 AM
Replies:
11
cant get engine started in 82 trans am
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517
Posted By
gusman
Along the lines of what RB83L69 mentioned... From...
Along the lines of what RB83L69 mentioned... From what it sounds like it is a fuel delievery prob. If you get nothing from the flow test mentioned, and it does run if you dribble fuel down the carb...
Forum:
History / Originality
08-24-2004, 07:58 AM
Replies:
9
Did '82-'84 'birds have remote hatch option?
Views:
757
Posted By
gusman
The only time I have seen the hatch pop up like...
The only time I have seen the hatch pop up like you describe is right after I installed new hatch lifts and it is real warm outside. Then the hatch would open all the way when I unlock the hatch. ...
Forum:
Fabrication
08-08-2004, 10:21 PM
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23
What to use to bond plastic to metal
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3,882
Posted By
gusman
You can try using a 2-part epoxy. Most are also...
You can try using a 2-part epoxy. Most are also sandable if you want/need a clean finish.
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-05-2004, 02:36 PM
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17
1 LE Transmission Mount
Views:
966
Posted By
gusman
I ended up replacing my trans mount with a...
I ended up replacing my trans mount with a standard replacement from Autozone... 3 hours later it was broke again. However, the fault was that the mounting plate that connects to the trans just...
Forum:
Body
07-30-2004, 04:39 PM
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11
Rear view mirror fell off
Views:
776
Posted By
gusman
There are a couple of brands and styles of glue. ...
There are a couple of brands and styles of glue. The one I have the best luck with was from PepBoys. I keep an extra packet in my "parts bin" just in case.
Forum:
North East Region
07-28-2004, 10:47 AM
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20
Trans AM nationals who will be there?
Views:
883
Posted By
gusman
Im considering it but leary of a 5 hr drive in my...
Im considering it but leary of a 5 hr drive in my 'Bird. Got some "issues" to work out with it.
Forum:
V6
06-29-2004, 12:48 PM
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22
Emissions trouble again...
Views:
725
Posted By
gusman
My 2 cents... Run a full tank of Amoco...
My 2 cents...
Run a full tank of Amoco Ulitmate
then fill the tank with...
2 Gal of Amoco Ultimate
+
1/2 Gal of 70% rubbing alcohol.
Then test after getting good and hot.
Forum:
V6
06-23-2004, 10:11 PM
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19
225/60/15 tires...affect speedo/odometer??
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6,386
Posted By
gusman
Im also running 235/60R15 tires on all four...
Im also running 235/60R15 tires on all four corners with no probs. Glad I did it too as it seem to handle a lot better.
Forum:
Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-06-2004, 11:25 PM
Replies:
26
1st Day of Power Tour!
Views:
975
Posted By
gusman
How much does the Power Tour cost to enter?
How much does the Power Tour cost to enter?
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
06-03-2004, 10:56 AM
Replies:
43
Here's some ideas for next year
Views:
2,311
Posted By
gusman
Personally, I don’t see a problem with charging...
Personally, I don’t see a problem with charging for the event, especially if it includes a "package" of goods like admission, raffle, food, and the like. Now that some of us know that there will...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
06-03-2004, 03:29 AM
Replies:
8
my motor problems
Views:
482
Posted By
gusman
Yes, a failed or poorly sealed intake gasket can...
Yes, a failed or poorly sealed intake gasket can cause coolant to leak into the oil. If you dont get that famous burnt coolant smell out of the exhaust, but appear to be loosing coolant, then look...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-31-2004, 10:58 PM
Replies:
12
Whats the best alignment shop in the area?
Views:
641
Posted By
gusman
In Steger, IL --- Scott's U-Save does pretty good...
In Steger, IL --- Scott's U-Save does pretty good work as well. I have had nothing but very good service from them, especially from their allignment shop.
Just be careful that if you have...
Forum:
NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-31-2004, 07:37 PM
Replies:
192
Important/Useful :
Board roster call
Views:
25,881
Posted By
gusman
Chris Salata Steger, IL 87 Firebird -...
Chris Salata
Steger, IL
87 Firebird - Blue - A beginners work in progress.
Haven't hung out much, but I do go to the Thursday night event in Crete once in a while. Looking for places to go,...
Forum:
Exhaust
05-31-2004, 03:46 PM
Replies:
4
exhaust leak
Views:
897
Posted By
gusman
From my experience, you have to get under the car...
From my experience, you have to get under the car to detect a tricky leak. Just be sure that you keep safety in mind and wear some goggles when doing so. Also having a friend help makes a big...
Forum:
Exhaust
05-31-2004, 03:38 PM
Replies:
3
clogged-up exhaust -c/convertor??
Views:
682
Posted By
gusman
It is my understanding that if you smell the...
It is my understanding that if you smell the "eggy" smell, the cat is starting to go.
I know that when I changed mine out, my emission numbers went down and my performance went up.
Now, the...
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-30-2004, 09:23 PM
Replies:
23
Thanks
Views:
814
Posted By
gusman
I would also like to add my thanks to the list. ...
I would also like to add my thanks to the list. It was a great time and it was great talking with everyone. In some ways, it gave me several ideas and some inspiration. After all, how is a newbee...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
05-27-2004, 11:39 AM
Replies:
12
Options - Spark plug broke off in head
Views:
882
Posted By
gusman
Well... I took it to a machine shop and they got...
Well... I took it to a machine shop and they got it out without messing up the threads.
Thanks for all the ideas and options.
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
05-26-2004, 10:11 PM
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12
Options - Spark plug broke off in head
Views:
882
Posted By
gusman
(Read with some humor...) Well. like many...
(Read with some humor...)
Well. like many things in the world, we cannot control how previous owners maintained their vehicle... Sometimes, we have to take the good with the bad.
As for using a...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
05-26-2004, 09:28 PM
Replies:
12
Options - Spark plug broke off in head
Views:
882
Posted By
gusman
Ummm... no. :) There was a LOT of rust...
Ummm... no. :)
There was a LOT of rust and corrosion in that area for some reason. It split on the plug's seam. I was just glad that I was able to get all the head bolts off without breaking...
Forum:
Tech / General Engine
05-26-2004, 07:59 PM
Replies:
12
Options - Spark plug broke off in head
Views:
882
Posted By
gusman
Options - Spark plug broke off in head
Hello everyone...
Did some research on this before posting, but now I think I am in deeper than anyone else who may have experienced this....
I have an 87 Firebird with stock 305 4bbl. Went to...
Forum:
OLD Third Gen Fest
05-09-2004, 12:25 AM
Replies:
56
RSVP for Third Gen Fest '04!!!
Views:
2,196
Posted By
gusman
1) Denny B, two people, ?? cars, Crete, IL 2)...
1) Denny B, two people, ?? cars, Crete, IL
2) Shawn S, two people, 1 car, Peoria, IL
3) TJ B, two people, 1 car, Homer Glen, IL
4) Andy F, two people, 2 cars, Palos Hills, IL
5) Jeff W, 2-3...
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