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Forum: TPI
08-30-2016, 04:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 563
Posted By bop11

Re: Is there something I can do to get more out of my Alternator?

When did you last change the Bat. Sounds like you got a bad cell.
Forum: Cooling
08-17-2016, 01:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 24,671
Posted By bop11

Re: A/C won't stay engaged?

You sure you are on the low side and not the high side?
Forum: TPI
06-28-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 628
Posted By bop11

Re: MISFIRE AT IDLE

Sounds like arcing on the spark plug wires or in the distributor cap. Look for cracks in the cap and the plug boots or dirt on the plugs.
Forum: TPI
05-19-2016, 01:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By bop11

Re: 1986 trans am running problems

Do you have any oil in it? Fuel pump won't run after a few seconds if there is no oil pressure or the computer does not get a pulse from the ignition.
Forum: TPI
05-19-2016, 01:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,176
Posted By bop11

Re: TPI ignitions/fuel problems. HELP!

The only reason you would get 70 psi with a new regulator is a plugged return system as ploegi said. That's it and it must be fixed. Maybe not the line itself but something is keeping the fuel...
Forum: TPI
04-22-2016, 01:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 859
Posted By bop11

Re: may i vent?

Most high pressure, in tank fuel pumps, are piston pumps that need to be immersed in gas to a) keep them cool, b) keep them lubricated and c) to keep them surrounded with liquid gas which will not...
Forum: TPI
04-22-2016, 01:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,489
Posted By bop11

Re: 86 TA 305 TPI fuel problem

There are YouTube videos on cutting a port, and plenty of discussion on how to do it and if you should do it. I do know that 20 psi won't hack it with a TPI. Our pump was replaced with a TBI...
Forum: TPI
04-22-2016, 12:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 928
Posted By bop11

Re: Using TunerPro

Are you sure it doesn't have to do with the fuel pump relay rather than anything to do with TunerPro? Long starts from cold usually are waiting for oil pressure because the the pump didn't prime...
Forum: Interior
04-22-2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,002
Posted By bop11

Re: turn signal lever replacement question with intermittent wippers

We have cruise with out the pulse wipers, there are two different stalks available.
Forum: Interior
04-21-2016, 08:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,002
Posted By bop11

Re: turn signal lever replacement question with intermittent wippers

I think they called it pulse, and you would either need to look inside the wiper switch on the steering wheel or in the motor module.
The switch has some resistors in it which the non pulse does...
Forum: Electronics
04-19-2016, 09:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 23,016
Posted By bop11

Re: Ignition Control Module keeps going bad!!!!

Did you replace the coil? If it has some shorted windings, it may be stressing the ICM. It will still produce spark but not as hot and pull more current.
Forum: Cooling
04-19-2016, 09:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 672
Posted By bop11

Re: Heater control valve / AC reinstall

Make sure you plug the vacuum line to the diverter.
Forum: Cooling
04-19-2016, 09:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 643
Posted By bop11

Re: Need some AC help

Did you replace the heater diverter valve in the cooling line under the hood? The heater is always on and the diverter makes it a little less on when the AC is on. The cooling control moves some...
Forum: Interior
04-19-2016, 08:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,053
Posted By bop11

Re: Firebird Console Lid...Return spring

Just a note, if you break the flat part of a window switch or want to rebuild a boss for a screw, that UV setting glue you see on TV ($19 for one but you get 2) or in the drugstore ($9 for one) works...
Forum: TPI
04-18-2016, 09:48 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,380
Posted By bop11

Re: IAC housing screws

SHould be able to get them at McMaster.com
Forum: TPI
04-18-2016, 09:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,489
Posted By bop11

Re: 86 TA 305 TPI fuel problem

There is a fuel filter in the tank that probably is getting clogged. Did you clean the tank when you replaced the pump? Sounds like another "Drop the Tank " time. If you are not a 'purest' when...
Forum: Cooling
04-18-2016, 09:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 672
Posted By bop11

Re: Heater control valve / AC reinstall

Probably not, but it depends how you plumbed around it. Since you live in NY you probably plumbed all the coolant through the heater core. This will reduce the effectiveness of the AC.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-13-2016, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 405
Posted By bop11

Re: It keeps dying!

If you had to jump it, sounds like your battery is dying, or your alternator is not putting out at idle so the battery gets worn down. Is it an old battery?
Forum: Electronics
04-12-2016, 10:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,798
Posted By bop11

Re: Yellow box?

Yhat is the speed sensor buffer for the speedo. Here is minehttps://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_2376_47a32aec344693c4aa549726644031c62defb83b.jpg
Goes for $0...
Forum: Electronics
04-12-2016, 10:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,380
Posted By bop11

Re: Temp gauge pegs to min!

Something wrong with that schematic. It shows the "Hot" side of the temp gauge going to ground through the ignition switch when in "RUN" jumping the temp sensor....
Forum: Cooling
04-12-2016, 10:17 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 49,280
Posted By bop11

Re: Vacuum leak in AC/Heater controls

for vacuum hose to controlhttps://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/587x247/80-vacuum_fc5f3b79c8bf2092875e606fd8088b38fe406cbd.jpg
Forum: Electronics
04-07-2016, 09:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 891
Posted By bop11

Re: Acts like battery disconnects, '91 GTA.

When did you replace the battery? You could have a bad battery terminal internal to the battery. The fact that you lost all the dash lights seems to point to a power disconnect at the battery. ...
Forum: TPI
04-06-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,006
Posted By bop11

Re: Quick egr solenoid question

whooooo. You do not need a plugged hose. The egr solenoid has 2 connections. One goes to the egr valve (the one you can suck through and a second that goes to the intake manifold, (a full vacuum...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2016, 08:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 549
Posted By bop11

Re: No ignition

His pressure is getting it moved from in front of the bank before it gets stolen. Although, in front of a bank might be providential, if it is the pump its gong to cost $200 or more.
Forum: TPI
04-05-2016, 10:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,006
Posted By bop11

Re: Quick egr solenoid question

Put a hose on one of the ports and try sucking through it. With no power on the solenoid (disconnected) you should be able to suck through one of the ports. The other port should be closed...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,569
Posted By bop11

Re: Engine Dies after running for an hour? Very weird.

Seems more like the distributor or probably the coil is on the way out. Heat will do this to a coil.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2016, 10:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 549
Posted By bop11

Re: No ignition

No squirts because you have (or had) an electric fuel pump. The ECM turns on the fuel pump relay for a few seconds when you turn the key on to pressurize the system. When the engine starts, the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-05-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,199
Posted By bop11

Re: Starts then stalls

Could be running the fuel pump on the oil pressure switch, possibly a bad fuel pump relay.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2016, 09:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,722
Posted By bop11

Re: EGR causing hesitation under acceleration?

Totally agree with ASE. One thing to check is that the solenoid valve is connected to the EGR properly, that you don't have the hoses reversed. The solenoid when electrically disconnected has one...
Forum: Interior
04-01-2016, 09:10 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,884
Posted By bop11

Re: A pillar trim moulding re-install - '88 Camaro hardtop

Try Mcmaster.com or Green rubber. Mcmaster has pages of styles and most are in stock and available by the foot.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-31-2016, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,722
Posted By bop11

Re: EGR causing hesitation under acceleration?

From the mouth of GM
The EGR valve is opened by manifold vacuum regulated by an ECM controlled solenoid that uses "pulse width modulation". This means the ECM turns the solenoid "ON" and "OFF" many...
Forum: Electronics
03-31-2016, 10:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 377
Posted By bop11

Re: help TS'ing guage issues

The oil pressure sensor should have 0 ohms at 0 pressure and 90 ohms at 60 psi.
Forum: Cooling
03-31-2016, 10:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,270
Posted By bop11

Re: Cooling Fan won't turn on!

The coolant sensor should have 1254 ohms at 100°F and 54 ohms at 260°F if you want to test it. When you turn the key to start, the bulb test function of the ignition switch should cause the gauge...
Forum: Cooling
03-31-2016, 09:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,663
Posted By bop11

Re: ac help

I suppose it would depend on what vehicle, year and engine you have.
Forum: Cooling
03-31-2016, 09:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,270
Posted By bop11

Re: Cooling Fan won't turn on!

The base fan relay is controlled by the ECM and a redundant coolant fan switch (lower right hand rear above starter solenoid). The redundant fan switch should turn on at 232 ±°F (238°F for VIN E...
Forum: TPI
03-30-2016, 10:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 61,708
Posted By bop11

Re: 120 psi cranking compression too low?

The reason you need to spin fast and be at WOT is that moving air has inertia. The compression of the engine is not just the Volume at the bottom of the stroke divided by the volume at the top of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-30-2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,089
Posted By bop11

Re: High rpm dipstick pops out

We should go back to the old 30's Chevy or Model A. Use to go down to Sears and buy Rejuvenated oil when it got low. Kind of changed itself. Clearances were so big, sludge didn't matter. So...
Forum: Cooling
03-30-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,789
Posted By bop11

Re: 1987 Firebird Formula Thermostat Housing

Since you did not mention a second fan, I assume you have an E vin engine.
Here is the fan diagram for that engine. The Coolant fan switch is in parallel with the AC control so either 238°F or AC...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2016, 09:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,212
Posted By bop11

Re: 305 tpi idling issue HELP!

Vader has it about a vacuum big vacuum leak. Check the hoses at the front of the manifold to the rocker cover and to the Carbon canister. They may be rotted out.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2016, 09:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,792
Posted By bop11

Re: Hawks third Gen reviews

Sofakingdom, your comments probably should be at the top of every Car Make's Forum. Well said.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2016, 09:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,735
Posted By bop11

Re: 1986 Iroc z 305 TPI Engine problems!!!!!

Sounds like either a temperature sensor is gone bad, tell in the ecm that the engine is cold and needs to run rich. Also check the cold start injector.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 853
Posted By bop11

Re: New Alternator New Battery Still Dying

Make sure that the alternator is connected to the block and therefore connected to the negative terminal of the battery. Also insure that the positive terminal on the alternator is connected to the...
Forum: Interior
03-29-2016, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 861
Posted By bop11

Re: A/C system failure. Questions.

The pressure cycle switch is the normal freeze protection for the evaporator, keeping the air discharge at ~1°C (33°F) when outside temperature is above 10°C (50°F). Air this cold can cause...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-24-2016, 10:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,089
Posted By bop11

Re: High rpm dipstick pops out

One other thought is that you are running the oil too high in the case and the piston skirts are actually acting as a pump to over pressurize the pan and generate bubble is the oil. Is your dip...
Forum: Cooling
03-23-2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,598
Posted By bop11

Re: Stock cooling system design question

Let see, 55 years on cars starting with a 1931 Model A back in 1961. Owning and servicing over 20 vehicles from VW, Jaguar V12's, Rovers, Fords, Pontiac's, Mercedes gas and diesels and 3 million...
Forum: TPI
03-22-2016, 10:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,177
Posted By bop11

Re: Rebuilt engine starts fine but dies

Start with any codes?
Then check fuel. First impulse, low fuel pressure. Did you put in a new fuel pump? The correct fuel pump? There are more than one for the 305. Check fuel pressure...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-22-2016, 10:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,722
Posted By bop11

Re: EGR causing hesitation under acceleration?

Fault 32 is EGR. Lose bolts would mean you have a nasty vacuum leak in the intake manifold. The EGR allow a small amount of exhaust gas into the intake. Because the exhaust is not combustible...
Forum: Cooling
03-22-2016, 10:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,491
Posted By bop11

Re: fan constantly running?

Coolant fans have always been a problem, that is why there is an 8 page troubleshooting guide and 6 pages of schematics in the GM Firebird service manual. Something everyone should have as they are...
Forum: Cooling
03-22-2016, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,598
Posted By bop11

Re: Stock cooling system design question

When you leave a cold engine idle, it has to run rich. This can wash the lubrication off your rings because all the fuel is not burnt. It also is hard on the cats (if you have them). I know it...
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