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Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-29-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 664
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Shoulder screw/stud size for rocker arms in 305 Tpi?

Ah I see, I appreciate the information. Thank you.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-29-2016, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 664
Posted By Voltz77

Shoulder screw/stud size for rocker arms in 305 Tpi?

I was looking into buying 1.6 rocker arms for my 85' 305 Tpi. These rocker arms require a 7/16 shoulder screw. Would an know if this fits my application?
Forum: Electronics
02-27-2015, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 400
Posted By Voltz77

Re: speedo light went out

awesome, thanks again! :thumbsup:
Forum: Electronics
02-26-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 400
Posted By Voltz77

Re: speedo light went out

sorry for the late reply been working like a DOG. thanks for the tips sounds simple enough, just to be sure if one of these lights go out the others still work right? I ask this to be certain I have...
Forum: Electronics
02-14-2015, 02:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 400
Posted By Voltz77

speedo light went out

I was driving home tonight from work when I noticed the left bulb on the speedo was out all the rest work fine so its hard to see anything under 50mph haha not like it matters because ill be going...
Forum: TPI
12-19-2014, 01:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,352
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Deleted evap canister now tank line leaks gas!

Appreciate the feedback guys, :thanks:
Forum: TPI
12-17-2014, 10:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,352
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Deleted evap canister now tank line leaks gas!

Ive seen pics of it being bolted up upside down under there is that what you mean?
Forum: TPI
12-17-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,352
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Deleted evap canister now tank line leaks gas!

I understand the filter is a blow through device, but its designed to contain and stay soaked with gas IF the event occurs again. It hasn't so far. Why gas came through the line? I cant say, which is...
Forum: TPI
12-16-2014, 06:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,352
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Deleted evap canister now tank line leaks gas!

I tried an inline fuel filter on the gas line and it seemed to have stopped the leak, I routed it in the fender wall where the pod filter now resides to reduce the hint of gasoline fumes, which...
Forum: TPI
12-16-2014, 01:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,352
Posted By Voltz77

Deleted evap canister now tank line leaks gas!

Today I took off the evap can and installed a home made cold air/ in fender intake mod, the mod was a success as I used the convenient square cut out that is located behind the canister. So I did...
Forum: Cooling
11-01-2014, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,881
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Upper and Lower radiator hoses swollen after thermostat change

Thanks for the reply, yea I put new hoses and all fixed, your were right the inside of the hoses looked horrible especially the bottom one with the spring, it must have been stock from 1985! so far I...
Forum: Cooling
10-28-2014, 11:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,881
Posted By Voltz77

Upper and Lower radiator hoses swollen after thermostat change

I recently installed a new 180* stat(stock 192* as indicated) and I took it for a test drive, however when I came back I noticed the upper and lower radiator hoses swollen at the point where they...
Forum: Exhaust
06-26-2014, 07:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Heated 02 sensor a MUST for LT headers?

I was looking at a fuel pump wire diagram, would that " 12 volt wire" be the light blue wire or the red one ??

Diagram Here>>> http://berlinetta.info/media/shopmanual/ElectrciFuelPump85TPI.jpg
Forum: Exhaust
06-26-2014, 05:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Heated 02 sensor a MUST for LT headers?

OK! well glad to have cleared that up:thumbsup: I ordered a 3 wire adapter and an AC Delco heated 02 #ASF74 , would anyone be so kind as to tell me where to wire the positive on this 3 wire adapter?...
Forum: Exhaust
06-25-2014, 06:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By Voltz77

Heated 02 sensor a MUST for LT headers?

I recently installed LT headers on my 85' 305 TPI I replaced the old stock 02 sensor with a newer Bosch one (non-heated) It does idle better and seems to even run cooler with slightly better MPG,...
Forum: Electronics
06-25-2014, 06:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 210
Posted By Voltz77

Check Engine Light when applying full throttle

I recently installed LT headers on my 85' 305 TPI I replaced the old stock 02 sensor with a newer Bosch one (non-heated) It does idle better and seems to even run cooler with slightly better MPG,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-24-2014, 08:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,066
Posted By Voltz77

Check engine light comes on downshifting or if I floor it why?!

Hey there guys well this issue has recently started, it is not consistent but it worries me, my 85 TA has a 700R4 and 63 xxx miles, I have noticed this problem occurs in 2 different situations, the...
Forum: Exhaust
05-08-2014, 10:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,321
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Long Tube Header Fitment/ Ground Clearance

Wow it seems these LTs can be quite a gamble! Thanks for sharing that link, from what i saw from the pics on there the ground clearance on these OBX headers will work just fine. I always embraced...
Forum: Exhaust
05-08-2014, 03:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,321
Posted By Voltz77

Long Tube Header Fitment/ Ground Clearance

http://www.ebay.com/itm/OBX-Racing-SS-Exhaust-Manifold-Headers-82-92-Camaro-Firebird-V8-Small-Block-SBC-/191109039833?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Year%3A1985%7CSubmodel%3ATrans+Am&hash=...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-29-2014, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,054
Posted By Voltz77

Re: FireHawk Indy 500 Wide Oval or BF Goodridge Comp2

I see, well I wasn't looking for an outright performance tire so I suppose the Firehawk tires will do, Don't get me wrong I'll punch it here and there, and go for a quick blast. Even accept the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-29-2014, 03:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,054
Posted By Voltz77

FireHawk Indy 500 Wide Oval or BF Goodridge Comp2

I recently ordered a set of FireHawk Indy 500 Wide Oval tires ((245/50/16)NOT ALOT OF OPTIONS THESE DAYS)) I originally wanted to give the BF Goodridge comp 2 tires a shot but I changed my mind at...
Forum: Cooling
04-28-2014, 11:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,204
Posted By Voltz77

Re: 180 degree thermostat

Sounds great! Sure I'm down try this out, so how do you set the fan temp, id like to be ready to go when install time comes
Forum: Cooling
04-26-2014, 12:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,204
Posted By Voltz77

Re: 180 degree thermostat

That was the perfect article Gumby it basically hit the nail on the head thanks for the share! abray1 your kidding about the making uncle sam happy RIGHT?? :lol:
Forum: Cooling
04-25-2014, 09:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,204
Posted By Voltz77

Re: 180 degree thermostat

I will definitely look in that SW-555 fan switch, Yes I also heard drilling four holes into the Stat will help to avoid hot spots in the engine block, One step at a time I guess, thanks for the input...
Forum: Cooling
04-25-2014, 03:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,204
Posted By Voltz77

Re: 180 degree thermostat

It wont cut it for me because when I'm in traffic it goes over 220 unless I invest in a 2 fan set up or maybe rig the 2nd fan to work manually? On the highway it cools fine at the 1/4 mark or at time...
Forum: Cooling
04-25-2014, 12:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,204
Posted By Voltz77

180 degree thermostat

Where I live its usually in the 80s-90s most of the year during the daytime, so I was wondering if a 180 degree thermostat would be best I have heard some bad things about the 160 degree ones...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2014, 12:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,544
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Why did you choose for a Third Gen?

My mom had a 87' Formula 350, I would always see the pictures as I was growing up I always vowed to get a 3rd gen since. I remember as a kid it would scare the cr*p out of me when she punched it, one...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2014, 12:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,766
Posted By Voltz77

Re: Hard shift into drive

My car does this too! In reverse or OD, 1st and 2nd are smooth as well as normal driving, I always thought it could be the shift cable needing adjustment but the tranny mounts is definitely something...
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