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Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-04-2014, 01:48 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 32,065
Posted By JonM

Re: Took emissions test without smog pump today....

I don't think your going to get a reply as he is over at the serta mattress forum campaigning against people removing the mattress tags...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-02-2014, 09:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,524
Posted By JonM

Re: Iroc in the shop, they want to replace my motor. Need advice asap

My diy measuring stick is how much is it going to cost to have the work done vs me buying the needed tools and parts and diy'ing it.

Last project was the wife's 01 ws6 transam ac went tits up....
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-31-2014, 01:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,365
Posted By JonM

Re: pontiac is back !

its a poorly written article thats covering the one off company that does camaro to firebird conversions. the cost listed is on top of you supplying your camaro for conversion.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-30-2014, 08:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,365
Posted By JonM

Re: pontiac is back !

none.

the overlord in the white house would never approve gm coming out with a new pontiac. thats a photoshop pic thats been drifting around the web since about 2010

there are similar cars...
Forum: Electronics
05-29-2014, 10:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 522
Posted By JonM

Re: Ac Compressor/Low pressure not getting power

Im no expert.

Are you determining lack of power with a tester or just waiting for it to kick on??
Forum: History / Originality
05-25-2014, 10:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,027
Posted By JonM

Re: thirdgen camaro in mountain dew commercial

yup. i am. *sigh*
Forum: History / Originality
05-25-2014, 09:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,027
Posted By JonM

thirdgen camaro in mountain dew commercial

around 22secs

Kickstart Your Night | Mountain Dew Commercial - YouTube
Forum: Cooling
05-25-2014, 07:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,774
Posted By JonM

Re: Freon leak in cabin, blows hot

retrofitting an ac for 134a is more than just putting in 134a and a couple of fittings.

your acumulator definately needs replacing being exposed to air that long. you might have leaks else where....
Forum: History / Originality
05-25-2014, 07:21 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,938
Posted By JonM

Re: Base 1989 Firebird WS-6

yes, if i remember right but im not 100%, ws5 and ws7 were other packages. some years they werent offered others they were. thats where the confusion comes in.
Forum: History / Originality
05-25-2014, 12:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,938
Posted By JonM

Re: Base 1989 Firebird WS-6

without rpo codes on the spid or a valid options list printed by a dealer the performance badge could be part of a formula package or someone just stuck it on there. no way to tell without getting...
Forum: History / Originality
05-25-2014, 09:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 580
Posted By JonM

Re: Trying to get info on my 86 Berlinetta

rarity is not a 1 to 1 with valuable. rarity can be because something was not popular so not a lot were made. or there were a lot made but most were destroyed. or something was made not a lot were...
Forum: History / Originality
05-25-2014, 09:33 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,938
Posted By JonM

Re: Base 1989 Firebird WS-6

here is the spid off my formula 350 the vin matches the spid sticker. evidence of a formula 350 is dual catalytic converters. i think some shipped without duals but im not sure. all formula 350...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-24-2014, 09:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 955
Posted By JonM

Re: Very Shaky/Unstable at highway speeds after sitting for 2years; Where should i st

tires prolly took a set from sitting for so long without moving. in other words a flat spot.

if they are unknown tires check depth of treads they just might be shot as well. older tires that...
Forum: Cooling
05-24-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,766
Posted By JonM

Re: Can bent fins on the AC condenser cause idle heating?

cooling requires air flowing through the vanes of the radiator and the ac condensor. get a hair drier and a helper. have the other person blow air through the front through the condensor and...
Forum: History / Originality
05-22-2014, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 554
Posted By JonM

Re: 1989 Camaro Order Guide.

"its a package only" is a common refrain from dealers because they dont make nearly as much money on a special order especially by checking off each option and not others.

when i ordered my 2003...
Forum: Cooling
05-22-2014, 07:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,691
Posted By JonM

Re: factory a.c or removed???

yeah i know i saw it when i was looking for info and it is a common question and might help someone else
Forum: Cooling
05-22-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,691
Posted By JonM

Re: factory a.c or removed???

common causes, but not the only ones, stopped up heater core, low radiator fluid so hot fluid isn't making it to the core.

if the heater core was leaking badly enough to stop it from heating you...
Forum: History / Originality
05-22-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 16,614
Posted By JonM

Re: Did you buy one NEW back in the day? Tell your story!

it was around 89ish in the second half of the production year they slowly started doing factory ttops and only in a few cars because of the demand for ttops and the problems they were having with the...
Forum: History / Originality
05-21-2014, 09:50 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 16,614
Posted By JonM

Re: Did you buy one NEW back in the day? Tell your story!

today was a rough work day so i didnt peel her out of the garage at all. just came home and turned on law and order to veg out.

i think painting is rewarding if you have the facilities to do it...
Forum: History / Originality
05-21-2014, 07:24 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 16,614
Posted By JonM

Re: Did you buy one NEW back in the day? Tell your story!

Ill get some interior pics this afternoon if the t-storms stop.

Sounds like you got a plan. I wouldnt recommend diying the paint first time solo unless you have some experience. I found a car...
Forum: Brakes
05-20-2014, 09:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,455
Posted By JonM

Re: What size nut - Brake hose to brake line?

yes but it may be too late for him. worth trying though.

but it does look like the lines werent cleaned of brake fluid when it was installed last.

it doesnt sound like he rounded them off or...
Forum: History / Originality
05-20-2014, 08:42 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 16,614
Posted By JonM

Re: Did you buy one NEW back in the day? Tell your story!

thanks. she was ok paint wise from about 50feet away at 50 mph... took her to bare metal bondo'd the entire body then sanded to metal leaving the valleys in the metal filled primered and paint. ...
Forum: Brakes
05-20-2014, 07:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,455
Posted By JonM

Re: What size nut - Brake hose to brake line?

i bought a brake line wrench for my 03 silverado z71 its exactly 12mm... only fits one nut and its a pain to use. took it back cuz my regular box wrenches work fine.

gta's nut looks corroded...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-19-2014, 11:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,287
Posted By JonM

Re: WS6 Package (1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula)

One other thing brakes aren't part of the ws6 package its a different rpo code.and can vary car to car depending on production weight.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-19-2014, 11:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,287
Posted By JonM

Re: WS6 Package (1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula)

The ws6 to 91 important features larger wheels, 36mm front sway bars 24mm rear and a faster ratio steering gears. It also had other spring upgrades and slightly upgraded shocks. Springs and shocks...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-19-2014, 11:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,287
Posted By JonM

Re: WS6 Package (1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula)

1991 might be new enough for it to be in the gm computers. You can take your title into the dealer they might be able to run off a spec sheet for you. But the spid is always in the center console...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-19-2014, 10:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,287
Posted By JonM

Re: WS6 Package (1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula)

Ws6 was part of the formula package.

It really helps with handling as far as preventing body roll on cornering. The diff is noticable between a ws6 thirdgen and a non ws6 same turn same speed. ...
Forum: Electronics
05-19-2014, 08:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By JonM

Re: headlights

could be bad motor in the lights. mine started doing that. replaced the motors works perfectly. i rebuilt my old ones now ive got rebuilt pair on the shelf waiting
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-19-2014, 08:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 319
Posted By JonM

Re: No crank, unless i disconnect/reconnect battery

sounds stupid but have you tried cleaning the battery?? making sure the surfaces are free of grease and dirt so nothing connects the terminals. clean the terminals as well as the terminal...
Forum: History / Originality
05-19-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By JonM

Re: Want: Original Tire Tread Picture

little google fu and i found this on a vette forum in a post from someone selling a set of that tire. im no fan of goodyear tires

http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/8316/zr3d.jpg
Forum: Brakes
05-19-2014, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,455
Posted By JonM

Re: What size nut - Brake hose to brake line?

My guess and im far from an expert is it got replaced sometime in the past. I would suggest when you redo the line use a part that fits a common size. If you bugger it up getting off just use a new...
Forum: Brakes
05-18-2014, 08:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,455
Posted By JonM

Re: What size nut - Brake hose to brake line?

those flare nuts are typically 5/16 or 3/8 or 8mm or 10mm

im not sure what the oem size is.
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-18-2014, 08:17 AM
Replies: 807
Views: 43,982
Posted By JonM

Re: Calling all WISCONSINITES

i thought you were talking about underwear for a bit there...

im headed out to mcmiller to shoot the scar17 today. going to take my formula350 for the ride out there. any day in a firebird is a...
Forum: FAQ Board
05-18-2014, 08:10 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 32,952
Posted By JonM

Re: Gas tank size

bout 10 gallons is as far as i can go without stopping to stretch the legs or a bathroom break... the extra 5-6 gallons is just gravy heh
Forum: Body
05-18-2014, 06:58 AM
Replies: 515
Important/Useful : What Color to Paint!
Views: 275,265
Posted By JonM

Re: What Color to Paint!

I need to get some newer pics now that the weather is starting to be reasonable here in wisconsin.

But seriously whatever color you like is the best one :)
Forum: Body
05-18-2014, 12:05 AM
Replies: 515
Important/Useful : What Color to Paint!
Views: 275,265
Posted By JonM

Re: What Color to Paint!

that leaves only the correct color for a thirdgen....

http://imageshack.com/a/img829/311/img0360v.jpg

:thumbsup:
Forum: Brakes
05-17-2014, 10:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 832
Posted By JonM

Re: New Brakes constantly squealing

with brakes if your caliper is really rusty or the caliper bracket is really rusty and you put in new hardware it can bind the pads to the rotor surface. its also possible to have a sticky piston in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2014, 10:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 19,613
Posted By JonM

Re: How long do these engines typically last?

if you dont beat on em by power braking popping the clutch at high rpm racing it etc and do proper maintenence the gm v6 v8 engines last damn near forever.

its usually everything else thats...
Forum: Body
05-17-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 515
Important/Useful : What Color to Paint!
Views: 275,265
Posted By JonM

Re: What Color to Paint!

Easy to answer. Paint the original color so long as it wasn't red green yellow blue white maroon.
Forum: Body
05-15-2014, 06:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 739
Posted By JonM

1aauto hatch supports

just put in a set of these from 1aauto. they send a nice complete kit for doing this solo. just use the shipping container to support the hatch like this:
...
Forum: Body
05-15-2014, 02:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,967
Posted By JonM

Re: gauging interest - FUNCTIONAL HOOD LOUVERS

Thirdgens are awesome cars great fun ti drive sexy to look at but once you get past 120mph the handling isnt too hot. Ive got my 89 formula350 gave my 01 ws6 transam to the wife. The ta handles...
Forum: Body
05-11-2014, 09:36 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 41,504
Posted By JonM

Re: Hmmm making 85-92 Trans Am hood functional?

there is no functional point to opening the louvers in a ta hood. they are flat to the airflow. the louvers are purely cosmetic. to get a ram air type effect you need a scoop of some sort facing...
Forum: History / Originality
05-09-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,020
Posted By JonM

Re: Low Mile 1987 Z28

if i liked camaros that would be a sweet one. only issues it has from my pov is it isnt black and its a camaro.... i would approve if it was a firebird :D
Forum: History / Originality
05-09-2014, 04:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 926
Posted By JonM

Re: hood insulation install

Thanks thats perfect
Forum: History / Originality
05-09-2014, 03:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 926
Posted By JonM

hood insulation install

i feel pretty dumb but i cant seem to figure out which way the damn hood insulation goes on my 89 formula...

im not seeming to be able to line up the holes in the liner i have to replace the one...
Forum: Body
05-07-2014, 01:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,038
Posted By JonM

Re: hood struts

Thanks. Ups tracking says they will be here tomorrow. Already let the wife know she is going to be my hatch propper upper heh.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
05-05-2014, 08:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 654
Posted By JonM

Re: original GM leather shift boot

i bought one from the chevy dealer up the street from me a few years ago. it was in stock in a gm warehouse. still in the original box. you would be surprised what can still be had from dealer...
Forum: History / Originality
05-05-2014, 07:42 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 16,614
Posted By JonM

Re: Did you buy one NEW back in the day? Tell your story!

in 1986 i had been driving a 1984 ford escort exp for two years. i started working at 16 and saving money my dad did the downpayment and put me on his insurance i took care of my portion of the...
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-05-2014, 10:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,158
Posted By JonM

Re: 1986 Firebird S/E worth restoring?

No car is financially worth restoring despite what you see on tv.

You restore a car out of passion for that ride. Your never going to recoup costs if your looking for resale
Forum: Body
05-05-2014, 09:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,038
Posted By JonM

Re: hood struts

I just spoke with one of your tech guys. Ive got a 89 formula 350 with rear spoiler but the oem rubber spoiler was cracked allowing water to enter and rust the hatch. i replaced it with a...
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