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Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
04-29-2023, 01:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,884
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1992 Yellow GTA dealer poster

still got the one we messaged about all those years ago!
Forum: History / Originality
08-02-2022, 08:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,864
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Anyone got their car new from Acon Pontiac, Inc. Midland PA ??

Not had any luck finding anything to date, so definitely interested !! Send me a private message please
Forum: History / Originality
02-09-2022, 09:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,864
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Anyone got their car new from Acon Pontiac, Inc. Midland PA ??

No luck to this day :-(

Even a photo of a dealer booster plate or a dealer license plate frame would be of interest to use for a reproduction.
Forum: History / Originality
07-05-2021, 12:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,864
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Anyone got their car new from Acon Pontiac, Inc. Midland PA ??

That is ok, the one they sold (mine) is a 1989 t-top / leather TTA ;)
Forum: History / Originality
07-04-2021, 07:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,864
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Anyone got their car new from Acon Pontiac, Inc. Midland PA ??

Yep been hoping something would surface on ebay; got a search (on US ebay) since maybe 10 years and surprised nothing surfaced at all ... only thing I did see was a set of postcards from the 50's I...
Forum: History / Originality
07-04-2021, 05:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,864
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Anyone got their car new from Acon Pontiac, Inc. Midland PA ??

So far no luck finding anything from Acon Pontiac to display with my car ... long shot but anyone out there got anything to share (good photos) or sell ?
Forum: Interior
05-02-2021, 03:27 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 35,772
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Firebird Odometer - Broken, but is there a fix?

Shipping and fees anywhere in the world these days are crazy (I live in the UK); I got the gears in person at Trans Am Nationals and installed them just over a year ago, easy repair and will last...
Forum: Interior
01-16-2021, 03:22 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 35,772
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Firebird Odometer - Broken, but is there a fix?

Jeff, did you end up making a gear for the KPH cluster? I would like to get one if you did.
Forum: History / Originality
11-22-2020, 09:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,103
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Cargo / hatch area light delete option - grey plastic blanking version

could be and agree don’t really see the point .. however I personally removed it from an 80’s Camaro however it was sitting in a junk yard at the time so who knows ... I thought it was a cool find at...
Forum: Electronics
11-07-2020, 08:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module,......

Here's how to test a module, just did this myself ... you should not use anything to measure the resistance of the module as it's solid state ....
...
Forum: Electronics
11-07-2020, 08:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

Just to close on this topic .... built a simple bench test harness per attached ... helps check two things:
1. Bulbtest when power on (Switch 1 is on) and if the correct key (pellet) light will go...
Forum: Electronics
11-01-2020, 07:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

Found someone on ebay selling the "Dash Center Air Defrost Air Duct" and it clearly shows the VATS module on there so save the picture to help me and others, good reference along with the above...
Forum: Electronics
10-26-2020, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

I got a loose pigtail and for the 3 used modules I got the key # so as long as that is actually correct I know the resistor values to use.

won’t hook up the NOS module just the 3 used ones to make...
Forum: Electronics
10-26-2020, 04:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

In the 89 TTA the ECM don’t use that signal; the ECM is the same used in the Grand National and they never had VATS
Forum: Electronics
10-26-2020, 08:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

bummer ... bench testing it is then ... realised I got 3 spare used modules and one NOS

thanks all for your responses, much appreciated!
Forum: Electronics
10-25-2020, 11:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

I was suspecting that was the case as I've been under my dash enough times over the years and never seen it .... thanks for sharing the picture that gives me a indication where to look / feel and see...
Forum: Electronics
10-24-2020, 07:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

Re: VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

Thanks for responding however I’m after the location of the actual module (larger grey box) and not the relay.

I know how to bypass it all but have no problem with my VATS system and keeping my...
Forum: Electronics
10-24-2020, 03:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,191
Posted By jlarsson

VATS module location / access ... or how to test my spare VATS module ?

I got a couple spare used VATS modules with keys that I like to make sure do work if I ever need to use one of them. My car is a 1989 TTA

I got two options:

1. put one in the car and test it...
Forum: History / Originality
10-17-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,103
Posted By jlarsson

Cargo / hatch area light delete option - grey plastic blanking version

Had this one for maybe 15 years and if I remember correct it came out of a Camaro.

Just curious if there were a factory delete option for the cargo light and they used this to plug the hole ?
...
Forum: History / Originality
09-02-2020, 04:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,064
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Firebird speedo - what year used the 140 MPH with no kmh ?

That is neat, I like the cleaner look with just MPH on there ... hmmm might use it in my 89 TTA as I'm just doing the odometer gear repair on a spare one I have to swap into the car ...

thanks for...
Forum: History / Originality
08-28-2020, 05:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,064
Posted By jlarsson

Firebird speedo - what year used the 140 MPH with no kmh ?

All Speedo’s I’ve seen always have MPH as dominant and KMH smaller on the face (Export like Canada the other way around).

however years ago I got hold of a loose set of gauges (don’t know the...
Forum: Car Audio
08-25-2020, 12:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,585
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Power Antenna

Old thread but I thought someone can advice me .... took my power antenna apart and cleaned everything out including all the old grease on / in the large plastic gear / spool to get rid of old dry...
Forum: Interior
07-19-2020, 05:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 281
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Starter Enabler Relay (Firebird 1989) how is it attached to the body

I did suspect it’s just stuck in there with that tar mat and over time it fell off as it dries out .... thanks for confirming !

might see if I use some sort of clip to hold it in place rather than...
Forum: Interior
07-18-2020, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 281
Posted By jlarsson

Starter Enabler Relay (Firebird 1989) how is it attached to the body

On my 1989 Firebird with VATS my starter enabler relay in the driver side door hinge area is just hanging there loose in the wires if you like.

im sure it should be attached to the body with a...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
07-12-2020, 01:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,884
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1992 Yellow GTA dealer poster

i sent you a pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
07-11-2020, 01:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,884
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1992 Yellow GTA dealer poster

i would need to get it out one of these days but it’s around 20” by something ...

For price I’m open for a decent offer ... However I never seen one of these before ...

this came from a former...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
07-11-2020, 01:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,884
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1992 Yellow GTA dealer poster

I got the smaller version poster, rolled up and brand new, and might consider parting with it ........
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-15-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,070
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 4 Sale - CPC Van Nuys windshield sticker repro

All Gone Now, No More.
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-11-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,070
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 4 Sale - CPC Van Nuys windshield sticker repro

got the last one here on my desk. Send me a PM
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-09-2019, 01:57 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,070
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 4 Sale - CPC Van Nuys windshield sticker repro

excellent thanks for letting me know

jan
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-08-2019, 02:06 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,070
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 4 Sale - CPC Van Nuys windshield sticker repro

sitting here on my desk ready for a new home .... PM me
Forum: History / Originality
11-03-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,108
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Norwood 2 inch round decal / sticker ??

Thanks for shedding some light on this, always something new to learn 👍
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
11-01-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,070
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 4 Sale - CPC Van Nuys windshield sticker repro

Only the ONE left now and that is it, no more

PM if interested...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
10-29-2019, 08:49 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,070
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 4 Sale - CPC Van Nuys windshield sticker repro

Only a few left and that will be it ... PM me if you need one .... last chance 😁
Forum: History / Originality
10-27-2019, 12:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,108
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Norwood 2 inch round decal / sticker ??

Seems like what I write disappeared when I added the photos

anyway found this when looking for something and looks like this paper sticker came off a part I got at some point (only picked up 3rd...
Forum: History / Originality
10-27-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,108
Posted By jlarsson

Norwood 2 inch round decal / sticker ??

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/640x480/af2ea639_422e_47a0_9965_87805df598a9_fb901ef04ff0778d76d70c656a298360a7f15a0f.jpeg...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
10-26-2019, 01:57 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,070
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 4 Sale - CPC Van Nuys windshield sticker repro

I got a few more of these I decided to part with if anyone need some .... put a bunch away for my personal future needs but only keeping a couple for myself and have a few spare to part with.

PM...
Forum: History / Originality
11-25-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,915
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Salvaging Door Jamb Decals

I'm pretty sure this is the type of labels used for all "security" decals / stickers / labels … at least I know the VIN decals used are …
...
Forum: European Region
03-04-2018, 02:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
Posted By jlarsson

Re: UK number plate size

contact craigsplates and they will sort you out with US size (6x12) plates legal here in the UK.

If you want to get hold of the correct (GM OEM) front plate brackets for the Trans Am pictured I...
Forum: History / Originality
02-11-2018, 06:44 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,673
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1991 Firebird Memorabilia

Thanks for clearing that up; could not remember.

Yes this is a smaller posted around 24x20 maybe; don't have it handy so can't measure it right now.

And I got it from someone that did work as a...
Forum: History / Originality
02-10-2018, 03:49 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,673
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1991 Firebird Memorabilia

My 1991 poster (I'm pretty sure I remember this being the 1991 one maybe someone can confirm).

...
Forum: History / Originality
02-10-2018, 03:45 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,673
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1991 Firebird Memorabilia

Owners Manual Kit ... came with either a CD or a Tape


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_4684_a5aa04bed1ec384a831eebb771727957129bc56a.jpg
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Forum: History / Originality
02-10-2018, 03:43 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,673
Posted By jlarsson

Re: 1991 Firebird Memorabilia

Canadian English Brochure, there's most likely a French version out there as well looking the same as I got both from other years (I collect everything 1982 - 1992 with special focus on 1989) ...
...
Forum: History / Originality
07-28-2017, 04:11 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 58,248
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Fuel Tank Vent Valve?

Any plans to do the top part as well as I found that is the one that break easily (at least for me)

Well done on the bottom part !!!
Forum: History / Originality
02-11-2017, 02:53 PM
Replies: 228
Important/Useful : Original Decals location.
Views: 53,129
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Original Decals location.

Just a few examples of what we had done .... there's another 20+


https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/432x288/80-prop_valve_tags_65099fcd8d46d99624227779a52958dba854bd31.jpg
...
Forum: History / Originality
02-11-2017, 02:41 PM
Replies: 228
Important/Useful : Original Decals location.
Views: 53,129
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Original Decals location.

I did a lot of research and people (TTA community) contributed with photos and dimensions needed .... had a guy do them and print (to order) for us ... so we could have these available and people...
Forum: History / Originality
02-11-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 228
Important/Useful : Original Decals location.
Views: 53,129
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Original Decals location.

I did for my TTA ....
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1600x1200/80-pict0003_a8dd7fc781d7f5c8e9545c94948a14ccadbf588c.jpg
Forum: History / Originality
02-11-2017, 12:52 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 45,289
Posted By jlarsson

Re: DONE - Reproduction Delco Freedom Battery stickers/labels?

I do have some left however not sure what yours would look like ... PM me and send me a picture of what you are after ...
Forum: History / Originality
01-11-2017, 08:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,864
Posted By jlarsson

Re: Anyone got their car new from Acon Pontiac, Inc. Midland PA ??

wow small world, glad you saw my post !

not found anything all these years and would be interested in anything reall from that time period (80's 90's) being a dealer license plate and or frame...
Forum: History / Originality
07-25-2016, 06:15 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 45,289
Posted By jlarsson

Re: DONE - Reproduction Delco Freedom Battery stickers/labels?

I thought this would be the case considering they were not made from the original artwork rather a copy / scan of one of mine ...

The 731 decal was the first I had done and professionally printed...
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