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Forum: V6
04-22-2014, 08:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 781
Posted By chikenbag

cant find elusive misfire

Hey guys, for the longest time I have been trying to find the cause of a mysterious misfire and its driving me nuts. other than the misfire the car runs great, and the misfire seems to happen more...
Forum: V6
11-30-2013, 11:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 47,275
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Smog pump delete

Well said Maverick. Lots of good info. This should be the end all thread for anyone trying to delete their smog/air pump on a 3.1 liter. You are very correct, I didn't have to do a single thing with...
Forum: V6
11-30-2013, 10:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 47,275
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Smog pump delete

Hey everyone, just wanted to say that I used this thread to do my smog pump delete and my delete was completely successful. The belt routing shown in the picture above by johnny camaro IS the correct...
Forum: V6
09-22-2013, 12:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,992
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Looking at a V6 92' RS 25th Anniversary (Need Advice)

yea man you made out like a bandit if a $450 car can drive you home without dying. check your tranny lines under the car. I bought an 88 once that was losing fluid and it was just one of them lines
Forum: V6
09-21-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Fuel pressure regulator advice needed

Yea some articles ive seen are talking about taking a dremel to the plenum to open up more space to get to the injector, im not going to risk messing up my plenum doing any crap like that. I'll just...
Forum: V6
09-21-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Fuel pressure regulator advice needed

so i pulled my FPR line with the car running, let it sit for like 4 minutes and no leaking at all, it stayed dry. so im going to test my injectors when i get the time. is there any way to check the...
Forum: V6
09-21-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,992
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Looking at a V6 92' RS 25th Anniversary (Need Advice)

that damage doesn't look too expensive to fix. id jump on that, if youre lucky the exhaust leak is just a flange needing replaced
Forum: V6
09-21-2013, 01:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Fuel pressure regulator advice needed

sweet, ill try that. and if the fpr checks out i guess its time to ohm the injectors. were you having symptoms similar to mine?
Forum: V6
09-20-2013, 07:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,857
Posted By chikenbag

Fuel pressure regulator advice needed

Hey everyone. so i'm having intermittent hesitation on acceleration, and also when im crusing at 40-50 mph in drive or overdrive with steady gas applied the car kind of sputters. kind of goes wub wub...
Forum: Body
06-05-2013, 01:03 AM
Replies: 1,192
Views: 104,045
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Did u have a Thirdgen in highschool?

I bet it did ruin the day for the tuner kids hahaha. They saw your third gen and knew their cars would never look as badass
Forum: V6
05-18-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

removing the fuel rail isnt necessarily hard, i just remember last time i took it out i really had to pull on it and wiggle around to get it out thats what i meant.
Forum: V6
05-18-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 769
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Low Idle still persisting

i was responding to k gunns question
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 10:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,022
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Hesitating and surging problem help please

If you're getting a knock sensor error then replace the knock sensor. When I first got my car, out of nowhere i started losing power and it threw the knock sensor code. If its not the knock sensor or...
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 769
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Low Idle still persisting

Aero, have you checked to make sure your timing is correct?
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 769
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Low Idle still persisting

the egr valve is that thing to the left of the engine that consists of 3 columns and has an electrical connector going into the top
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 09:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 916
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Speedometer not working and where can i find this part?

here ya go buddy. the part you need

85 92 Camaro Firebird 2 8 3 1 V6 Stainless Steel EGR Pipe Extension Tube Line | eBay
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 09:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

yeah i figured I would just buy the set that contains all the intake gaskets. didn't think to buy new o-rings for the injectors though, good call. should just be a one day job. I do know that the...
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 07:13 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

GUYS! Finally found out what is causing my problem! And its stupid. My lower intake manifold gasket has a leak and needs to be replaced. And lil old me was about to be replacing fuel pumps and all...
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 03:02 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

That T on the back of the intake manifold where the brake booster connects, the brake booster is connected on the right side, and the left side isnt connected to anything its just plugged up. It was...
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 11:46 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

when i turn on a/c it only blows through the defroster vents
Forum: V6
05-17-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

UPDATE- so, the car is definitely running alot better and the idle is smoother. But i still have some hesitation on acceleration, and my idle is still at 1500 rpm. Im gonna look further into the...
Forum: V6
05-16-2013, 09:43 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

you can get one of those chrome grills on ebay for 50 bucks
Forum: V6
05-16-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

not bad, like the rims arent those firebird rims? and ive never seen a camaro with a sunroof. i rescued my car too, the woman that sold it to me was driving it with tar black oil and a radiator...
Forum: V6
05-16-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Show me a picture of your car man
Forum: V6
05-16-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Ok, so after i drove home from work i pulled the vacuum line off the fuel pressure regulator. There was no gas coming out it was dry. I went ahead and replaced some of the vacuum hoses and fittings...
Forum: V6
05-16-2013, 12:22 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

And i changed the tps b/c i read that a bad one can cause throttle hesitation like i was experiencing and i had no way to test the one i had
Forum: V6
05-16-2013, 12:04 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Just stopped messing around with the car for tonight. Decided to do a vacuum leak check one more time, sprayed carb cleaner right into the area under the throttle body near the pressure regulator....
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

mcrandrz i had another question. youve installed a tps before, we are certain that the tps on 1992 3.1L does not need any type of adjustment right? my idle is still really weird too and the idle...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 09:27 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

I just want some reassurance here from you guys before I do the daunting task of replacing my fuel pump this weekend. My fuel pressure wouldnt rise above 30 psi, and my fuel filter is brand new, its...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

I was very careful to install the fuel filter correctly. It does indeed have the correct flow. and the ignition coil and module were both replaced with new ones earlier this year, dont know if that...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

on second thought i was under the impression that if a fuel pump went bad, it just doesnt work anymore and you cant drive the car. I didnt think there was an inbetween where it works just enough for...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 07:31 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

The pressure tester was a loaner from the parts store, i dont have it any more i used it in the parking lot. But i did replace my fuel filter a couple days ago trying to fix my problem so it cant be...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

So i replaced the plugs and that shot wire, the car does run a little better but still has a bad idel and some sluggish issues. I got ahold of a fuel pressure tester and my fuel pressure wont go...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

So i pulled the plugs. The plug pictured is what every single one looks like. Then check out this sleeve, its gone like a mofo. This has got to be part of my problem from the looks of it lol that...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 03:24 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

When i replaced the tps, i disconnected battery first then reconnected after installing the part. I Just put in a new coolant temp sensor a couple days ago. Im gonna pull every spark plug and see...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 10:31 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

The plugs were replaced late 2012, and i have no way to check compression. The only equipment i have is sockets and wrenches. Im at work now im gonna have to look at it more when i get off
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 09:51 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

As far as i can tell theres not a strong gas smell coming from it. And i cant figure out how to adjust the idle. I read that theres an adjustment screw but i dont have an adjustment. I pulled a spark...
Forum: V6
05-15-2013, 08:58 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

So i tapped on the air cleaner sensor with the car running and it didnt make any changes. I took off the tps and reinstalled it just to make sure it was on correctly, my idle improved a little but...
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 09:39 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Ill look at it tomorrow. Ive been dicking with the car all day and im tired lol. Whenever something is wrong with my car it really eats away at me. Ill tinker with it and repost later
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Is that the sensor located on the canister for the air filter?
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 09:09 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Dont have any diagnostic equipment. If youre talking about the iac it was clean.
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Those were replaced in like november, i didnt really look at them.
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

yes exactly
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

the tps had to be rotated counter clockwise a tiny bit to match up with the bolt holes.
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

Another note, these idle issues didnt arise until after i messed with the tps. Is it possible i did something wrong with that? Theres no adjustment you just bolt it on
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

i visually checked for vacuum leaks and even did the wd40 spray test and found nothing. i just went to get pizza and it seems like its getting worse. when im approaching a stop sign with foot off the...
Forum: V6
05-14-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,530
Posted By chikenbag

Re: 92 3.1L Auto, hesitation problem

sorry its been so long since I posted. Okay, I switched out the coolant temp sensor and it made no difference. for some reason my car is idling at 1500rpm now and the idle is really choppy and rough....
Forum: Body
05-13-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 1,192
Views: 104,045
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Did u have a Thirdgen in highschool?

mac86, your camaro evolved into a legit bad mofoka. not that it looked bad before but dang its a good one. I know youre proud of that one, any mustang would shiver in that cars presence!
Forum: Body
05-13-2013, 10:48 PM
Replies: 1,192
Views: 104,045
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Did u have a Thirdgen in highschool?

Ive got quite a camaro story

Camaro #1

I got my first thirdgen the summer after graduating highschool at age 18. Worked my *** off all summer at a dry cleaners to scrape up $1500 to buy a red...
Forum: V6
05-13-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 945
Posted By chikenbag

Re: Car will not crank, just drove it a hour ago and now nothing.

Does it just make a clicking sound when you turn the key? I had a similar issue. my car would just click when id turn the key to start and it turned out to be the neutral safety switch.
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