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Forum: Camaros for Sale
07-05-2016, 05:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 773
Posted By di11avou

1988 Chevrolet Camaro

CAR IS SOLD

1988 Chevy Camaro. 5.0L V8 TBI engine. Automatic transmission. 151,000 miles.

Interior: With the exception of a cracked dash pad and some faded trim panels, the interior is in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-26-2011, 11:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 667
Posted By di11avou

Re: Trouble Starting a Car That's Been Stored a Long Time

Fuel is never making it to the injectors. The car will fire up with a couple shots of starting fluid so I know fuel is my only problem.

It's a TBI so I could see no fuel was spraying out of the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-26-2011, 09:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 667
Posted By di11avou

Trouble Starting a Car That's Been Stored a Long Time

My dad has a 1990 Camaro RS with 19,000 miles on it. It's been sitting in his garage for about 10 years under a cover. He just recently got the itch to get it up and running.

He bought a new...
Forum: Brakes
03-14-2011, 10:52 PM
Replies: 422
Views: 133,508
Posted By di11avou

Re: Cheap Proportioning Valve Upgrade

Does anyone have a way of measuring the spring rate of the factory 1LE spring? That would be great information to have.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-07-2010, 10:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 977
Posted By di11avou

Re: Does anybody align their car themselves with this tool or similar ?

I've thought about buying that exact tool a couple of times. I seams to be the most affordable set that I could find.

It's perfect for measuring camber, but for caster you need a way to measure...
Forum: History / Originality
10-11-2009, 08:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,619
Posted By di11avou

Re: My 92 Z28 Camaro Website (The Last Third Gen)

Great website! Is the car still in Ankeny? I had no idea the last 3rd gen ever made was delivered to Iowa.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
10-06-2009, 06:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,125
Posted By di11avou

Re: How Good Are Cooper Tools?

My recommendation is picking something with a lifetime warranty. It might cost a little more to start with, but will save you a lot in the long run.
Forum: Brakes
07-27-2009, 08:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,652
Posted By di11avou

Re: [STICKY THIS] Brake Cleaner can kill

Not all brake clean contains the nasty chemical that caused this guy's problems. I checked the stuff I use at work today and it didn't have it. But it wouldn't surprise me if there are some...
Forum: TBI
03-28-2009, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 44,569
Posted By di11avou

Re: TBI - Delete oil pressure switch at filter?

Your sensors are set up the same as my car. One by the distributor for the oil pressure gauge and a switch by the oil filter for backup power to the fuel pump.

You shouldn't have any problems...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-22-2009, 02:28 AM
Replies: 1,296
Views: 86,025
Posted By di11avou

Re: What do you not like about your thirdgen?

What don't I like? Just that usual stuff. The rattles, the rust, the poor paint, the brakes that don't work as well as my 1981 Olds'.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-22-2009, 02:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,107
Posted By di11avou

Re: (HELP!) Silverstar Fog Lights

It doesn't look like Sylvania makes a silverstar version of the 885. The 893 bulbs would work, but they are only 37 watts. The 885 is 50 watts. Kinda defeats the purpose of spending the extra money...
Forum: Mid-West Region
03-10-2009, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 968
Posted By di11avou

Re: Iowa Junkyards

There are a ton of junk yards in Des Moines. I don't know if any of them are particularly good for our cars, though. Your best bet is to give them a call to see if they have what you're looking for.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
03-10-2009, 12:22 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,352
Posted By di11avou

Re: What can a stock LO3 beat?

Heh. I beat one of them too. I just stayed with him for a while at about 2/3 throttle, then I floored it, my car downshifted and I pulled away. That's about the only time I raced anyone from a...
Forum: Mid-West Region
07-21-2008, 08:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,335
Posted By di11avou

Re: Window Tinting in the Des Moines Area?

Thanks for the suggestion. It looks like they're fairly close to me. I'll have to stop in there.

I also stopped at a place called Best Window Tinting. Looks like they use SunTek tint and is...
Forum: Mid-West Region
06-28-2008, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,335
Posted By di11avou

Re: Window Tinting in the Des Moines Area?

I thought I'd bump this since I still want to get my windows tinted.

I know I could just flip through the yellow pages and pick a place, but I prefer personal recommendations.

Thanks for any...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-04-2008, 11:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,734
Posted By di11avou

Re: MODERN DAY MUSCLE

I ordered a few things from MDM on 4/20. My parts arrived fine on the 30th, but I never got a response to an email I had sent them during that time.

Today I finally got a reply to my email:

...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-27-2008, 10:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,243
Posted By di11avou

Re: Gorilla lug nuts

You might want to look into McGard lug nuts (http://www.mcgard.com/automotive/). I just put a set of their lug nuts on my car (no locks though) and they look great. I can't say how well they hold up...
Forum: Brakes
04-15-2008, 09:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 779
Posted By di11avou

Re: brakes acting strangely.... your opinions please

I know what you're talking about. My car is the same way and I'm starting to think that's just how these cars are. I've also read many posts from people with the same problem with no real solution. ...
Forum: Interior
04-08-2008, 07:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,953
Posted By di11avou

Re: Vinyl on Headliner?

Actually they are being reproduced out of ABS plastic. It's just more than I really want to spend, though.
http://tpiparts.net/82_92_headliner

87 formy:
Thanks for the pics. The headliner looks...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-07-2008, 06:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 713
Posted By di11avou

Re: Auto Detailer or Body Shop?

Thanks guys.

I might be leaning more toward a straight detailer if it's going to be cheaper. I'll have to ask around to see if anyone knows a reputable one to go to.

Unless one of you know a...
Forum: Interior
04-07-2008, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,953
Posted By di11avou

Re: Vinyl on Headliner?

Thanks for the replies guys.

I'll have to go to my local Jo-Ann fabrics and see if they have any of the whisper vinyl. Does it have any sort of backing on it already?

I have a hardtop car so I...
Forum: Interior
04-05-2008, 07:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,953
Posted By di11avou

Vinyl on Headliner?

I was wondering if anyone has tried recovering their headliner with vinyl? I redid the headliner in my winter beater last year using the normal foam backed fabric. It turned out really well, but...
Forum: Mid-West Region
04-05-2008, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,335
Posted By di11avou

Window Tinting in the Des Moines Area?

Anyone have a recommendation for a good place to get my windows tinted in the Des Moines area? Someone that will do it for a reasonable price and uses high quality tint.

Thanks for the help.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-05-2008, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 713
Posted By di11avou

Auto Detailer or Body Shop?

The paint on my car is very hazy and heavily oxidized. I want to get a professional opinion as to whether the paint is even salvageable. Would it be better to take to an auto detailer or a body shop?...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-01-2008, 10:28 PM
Replies: 452
Views: 155,655
Posted By di11avou

Re: 82-92 CHEVY CAMARO CRYSTAL Headlights w/Adapter (Ebay seller 2004momo)

Did anyone take a close look at the adapter wires that come with this kit? I need to make some for my car. Is the actual connector the same as what our cars already have? It would be great if I could...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
02-24-2008, 11:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,537
Posted By di11avou

Re: Bose Sail Panel Speakers For Sale

Sold!
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
02-16-2008, 07:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,537
Posted By di11avou

Re: Bose Sail Panel Speakers For Sale

Hmm. I'm not sure who should get first dibs. The person that posted first or the person that PMed me first. I'm trying to think of a fair way do this. :huh:

my82roc: Looks like shipping will be...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
02-14-2008, 06:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,537
Posted By di11avou

Re: Bose Sail Panel Speakers For Sale

Yep I still have em if you're interested.
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
01-27-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,537
Posted By di11avou

Bose Sail Panel Speakers For Sale

My uncle gave me this pair of factory Bose sail panel speaker assemblies a while back. They work and sound perfectly and there is no damage to the housings.

Looking to get $30+shipping.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-27-2008, 12:16 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,757
Posted By di11avou

Re: Lost GM lug nut key removal without damage to wheel for $9

Craftsman actually makes a set of flip sockets designed for removing damaged lugnuts and wheel locks. They saved my butt a couple times when I worked at a tire shop.
...
Forum: Car Audio
12-26-2007, 06:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,688
Posted By di11avou

Re: Help im a noob (cd player install)

The easiest way to mount the new head unit is to go buy an install kit. The plastic filler plate will come with this kit. Pretty much any place that sells car audio has them. Just make sure to get...
Forum: TPI
12-22-2007, 10:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 583
Posted By di11avou

Re: Will this hurt how my car performs?

Start your car and let it idle. Grab a can of carb cleaner or ether or something and give the crack a quick spray or two. If the RPM changes at all then you have a leak and should get it fixed.
Forum: V6
11-30-2007, 10:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 749
Posted By di11avou

Re: HELPPPPPPPP!!!!!!!!!! big time car problems

Does the the check engine light come on when it starts running poorly? Was one of the codes they cleared number 43? When I first got my car, as soon as it warmed up the check engine light would come...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-26-2007, 07:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 514
Posted By di11avou

Re: chassis specs

Is this what you're talking about? Someone posted it a long time ago. Don't remember who.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-08-2007, 05:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 23,793
Posted By di11avou

Re: Fabric spray paint..your thoughts?

I've never used it on fabric, but the Duplicolor stuff works great on plastics. Used it a few times on computer disc drives to change them from beige to black. It's really nice because it doesn't...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
10-08-2007, 05:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 473
Posted By di11avou

Re: custom-Leds

The email link on the site is for BLUETPI @ aol.com (without the spaces).
Forum: Exhaust
10-07-2007, 08:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 801
Posted By di11avou

Re: AIR !, need to plug the holes

He's talking about crimping the smaller pipes after they split for each cylinder. If you don't want to cut everything up, you can do what I did on my winter beater. Go to the plumping section in your...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-01-2007, 08:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 454
Posted By di11avou

eBay Center Caps

I've seen a lot of Camaro center caps on eBay, but these say they have the metal clips like the factory caps. Just curious if anyone has tried them yet. I'm very tempted to buy them.
...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-26-2007, 06:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,028
Posted By di11avou

Re: EZ Cam XR Camber Bolts

A lot of people do, but slotting the holes in some brands of struts (Monroe for example) will void the warranty.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-26-2007, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,049
Posted By di11avou

Re: Looking for these wheels, anybody?

ROH ZS maybe?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-19-2007, 10:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,028
Posted By di11avou

Re: EZ Cam XR Camber Bolts

Don't our struts mount to the spindle at an angle? If they do, these bolts will also change caster.
Forum: Brakes
09-09-2007, 09:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,095
Posted By di11avou

Re: Need an scan of parking brake adjust

The black bracket doesn't actually bolt to the car. The tension on the cables is the only thing that holds it in place. Make sure the front cable is clipped into place (bottom circle). Also make sure...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-29-2007, 07:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,209
Posted By di11avou

Re: Who Makes the best headliner?

TPIParts.net is doing a group purchase right now. There's only a couple days left till the deadline though.

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/group-purchases/433302-headliner-kit-group-purchase.html
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
08-28-2007, 10:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 900
Posted By di11avou

Re: MINT Shifter plates and Radio pods

Is the second one still available?
Forum: Car Audio
08-24-2007, 06:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,476
Posted By di11avou

Re: 1.8 Cu.Ft. Too Much For A Single 12"?

Where are you getting those prices?
Forum: Car Audio
08-24-2007, 05:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,476
Posted By di11avou

Re: 1.8 Cu.Ft. Too Much For A Single 12"?

TheBandit:
I only mentioned the Type X and W7 because jstoltz suggested them in an earlier post. After checking out their prices, it looks like they're well out of my budget. I don't really want to...
Forum: Car Audio
08-23-2007, 06:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,476
Posted By di11avou

Re: 1.8 Cu.Ft. Too Much For A Single 12"?

Yeah I figured it was too big. Especially since I want a sealed box. I just wanted to hear some other opinions. Why the hell doesn't anyone make a single sub box for a third gen?

I'm just looking...
Forum: Group Purchases
08-23-2007, 06:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,198
Posted By di11avou

Re: Headliner Kit Group Purchase

Well I placed my order today. I hope we get enough too.

I get the feeling that a lot of people don't bother looking this far down on the forum page.
Forum: Electronics
08-21-2007, 07:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 560
Posted By di11avou

Re: What is the proper way to remove and reinstall the speedo needle?

Do you have stock size tires, original rear end gears, and original transmission? Changing any of those things can make the speedo inaccurate.
Forum: Car Audio
08-21-2007, 07:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,476
Posted By di11avou

1.8 Cu.Ft. Too Much For A Single 12" Sub?

I'm looking at getting an Elemental Designs 13Ov.2 and have access to a box with about 1.8 Cu.Ft. of air space. Is this too big for a single 12" sub? How would it affect the sound?

The sub:...
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