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Forum: Southern California Area
08-19-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,669
Posted By 90firebird

Re: 3 ronal Firehawk wheels in PYP sun valley

They are under a red 91/2 RS. Some significant curb rash.. but if anyone can use them, go for it!
Forum: Southern California Area
08-19-2017, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,669
Posted By 90firebird

3 ronal Firehawk wheels in PYP sun valley

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1500x2000/80-img_20170819_102616_6e4af36a6219680726bcb3a4be2da5a67af9a2b0.jpg...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-19-2016, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 979
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Aluminum crash bar and drums in PYP Sun Valley

Daniel - nice to hear from you! hope all is well. How are my "bailment loan" grid tail lights working for you?

Julie - I saw that too.. there are a few yards in the area and my suspicion is it was...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-17-2016, 10:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 979
Posted By 90firebird

Aluminum crash bar and drums in PYP Sun Valley

Look for the early base firebird.. The only thirdgen in the yard. Check out the less common mirrors as well. Anyone interested? Yours for the taking....
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-27-2016, 04:00 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 52,639
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Pics of your Garage set ups for your thirdgens!!!

86iroc5, robguitargod: I'm way jealous of the lifts.

86: Niiiice mohawk, and garage round it!

Rob: what 4 post did you have before, and why did you decide to go 2 post instead of getting the...
Forum: History / Originality
12-02-2015, 05:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,733
Posted By 90firebird

Re: /Drive /Big Muscle: The Perfect IROC

The video is coming up as "private". This happening to anyone else?
Forum: Members Firebirds
08-20-2015, 08:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 71,408
Posted By 90firebird

Re: The "Red Dragon" 1987 Formula 350

sweet find, btw. Original paint cars don't hide anything!
Forum: Members Firebirds
08-20-2015, 08:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 71,408
Posted By 90firebird

Re: The "Red Dragon" 1987 Formula 350

Red dragon. F'n right!

Oh no thanks, honey. I've got a fresh beer!

...
Forum: History / Originality
06-17-2015, 07:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,510
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Chopped 3rd Gen

You mean they didn't want to take on chopping the stock hatch glass?

It looks to me like they used rear seat bottom cushions when constructing seats to fit under that chopped top. Interesting......
Forum: Body
06-16-2015, 11:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 20,924
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Carbon Fiber and Fiberglass "Power Bulge" Hoods for 3rdgen Firebirds: They Do Exi

Just to add:

I spoke with Jean at VFN regarding their powerbulge hoods. It's currently offered only in pin-on style, as the mold for the underside "went bad" and they haven't yet been able to...
Forum: History / Originality
05-21-2015, 03:21 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 47,261
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Historic Firebird Concept Car Pics

Wow... hawkeye! Took me a while to even understand what you were referring to!
Forum: History / Originality
05-21-2015, 02:01 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 47,261
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Historic Firebird Concept Car Pics

Guys, this thread is awesome!

I would like to kindly make one note:

The photos are taken at different angles, in different settings. Photo 1 is in a studio with calculated lighting - I'm sure...
Forum: History / Originality
03-19-2015, 09:32 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 47,261
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Historic Firebird Concept Car Pics

The logo is bitchin

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1600x1280/80-2777394346_8cb76dc08e_o_a567d234a0fd59879a0ebe4df7d9842bf2a17e31.jpg
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
02-07-2015, 04:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,400
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Spohn's New Redesigned Front A-Arms: Very Nice, BUT...

1/32" of interference? That's only a gnat's fart over .030"... As was mentioned before, a good portion of that is likely the coating on the spring/arm anyway! Throw a stone on a dremel, take that...
Forum: History / Originality
12-25-2014, 01:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,214
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Nit pick the hell out of this 3D of a 91 GTA!

I'll play :)

Not much after you heavy hitters stepped up to the plate! What I noticed..

1) All four wheels in the model are rear offset

2) Factory front 10.5" rotors/11" rears. In the model...
Forum: TPI
07-01-2014, 01:37 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,581
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Bucking at high RPM under load

are you disconnecting the est connector when checking base timing? it's next to the passenger side shock tower
Forum: TPI
06-30-2014, 07:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,581
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Bucking at high RPM under load

Seems like timing to me... You mentioned a 1/8" adjustment to your timing.. Get a light on it and set your base timing to between 6 and 8 degrees btdc, then try it out. If that doesn't help, see if...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-23-2014, 07:47 PM
Replies: 576
Views: 84,426
Posted By 90firebird

Re: All Members One Pic ONLY!

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Forum: History / Originality
06-22-2014, 07:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,398
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dad passed away- his '83 Z28

The car looks great. The paint seems to be in good shape... spend some time with some rubbing compound/polishing compound/wax, and I'll bet she'll shine right up. Original paint is hard to come by; I...
Forum: Exhaust
10-06-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 710
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Galvanic corrosion

Remember, for galvanic corrosion to occur, there needs to be an electrolyte to facilitate the transfer of electrons and complete the electrolytic cell. If you are super worried about it, you could...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-04-2013, 01:57 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,501
Posted By 90firebird

Re: i guess this is my final round...

ImaDude: You're correct in saying that a stock tune with aftermarket heads/cam will not run correctly. This is why I am interested in the cam and head specs. However, the symptoms to me point to...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-03-2013, 03:08 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,501
Posted By 90firebird

Re: i guess this is my final round...

Having a legitimate wiring harness is great news.

If the car was infront of me, here's what I'd do:

1. Still look for any fishiness in wiring harness: double check connections, inspect for...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-01-2013, 02:05 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,501
Posted By 90firebird

Re: i guess this is my final round...

That picture was to give you an idea (if you're not yet familiar), however keep in mind that the ecm id sticker is a different re-man version. You likely have a "165" ecm which was standard on the...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-01-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,501
Posted By 90firebird

Re: i guess this is my final round...

I'm not a mechanic, just wanted to get a better idea of whether or not you wanted input regarding what you can do, or just a recommendation for a shop. Don really would be the guy to go to if his...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-01-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,501
Posted By 90firebird

Re: i guess this is my final round...

Are you looking for suggestions for things to try or simply to unload it on someone to fix?
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
03-25-2013, 08:57 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,523
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dirty tactics by Bruce at Hawks!!!

I can't believe I read most of this thread; it sucked me in.

Sounds like the OP is indecisive, immature, and out of touch. Also sounds like Bruce doesn't deserve the wrap given to him by this...
Forum: History / Originality
09-25-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 28,463
Posted By 90firebird

Re: 1989 Formula Carroll Supercharged 350 VHO

Sorry to see it go after all of the effort you've put into it. With the special/rareness factor, you might want to seriously consider one of those collector car auctions.. just a thought.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-02-2012, 12:00 AM
Replies: 226
Important/Useful : Dana 44 parts list
Views: 42,188
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dana 44 parts list

I am almost certain that it is the 82Z with the doug nash 5 speed mentioned here. Unless someone had access to this article, we don't know if it infact had it swapped in at the time this was written....
Forum: History / Originality
07-01-2012, 11:31 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,939
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Got My First 3rd Gen Home Today.

Beautiful car, and that Lt Orange Metallic looks great! Also sweet that it's an L98/posi car. I'm not an RPO wizard, what rear does it have (9 or 10 bolt)?

As was mentioned earlier in this thread,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-01-2012, 01:26 AM
Replies: 226
Important/Useful : Dana 44 parts list
Views: 42,188
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dana 44 parts list

Correct: to the brake bracket. As you mentioned, the bracket itself is 1/4" thick, plus the axle retaining plate which is .120". So, total to the actual flange would be around 2.8".

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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-30-2012, 11:56 PM
Replies: 226
Important/Useful : Dana 44 parts list
Views: 42,188
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dana 44 parts list

Atilla,

It was in the 80's, whenever Super Chevy threw one in a 1982 Z28 project car. I purchased my rear from Doug Marion, former editor in chief of Super Chevy. According to him, the first ever...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-30-2012, 08:36 PM
Replies: 226
Important/Useful : Dana 44 parts list
Views: 42,188
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dana 44 parts list

Sorry for the delay. Both axles measured to 61.5" at the axle-face. Both have the older style Delco Moraine backing plates mounted; I took measurements from the axle face to the backing plate on both...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-25-2012, 04:15 PM
Replies: 226
Important/Useful : Dana 44 parts list
Views: 42,188
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dana 44 parts list

I'll measure both housings. I have both the 10 bolt and the dana out of the car at the moment.
Forum: Fabrication
06-24-2012, 11:50 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 17,371
Posted By 90firebird

Re: ls1 roadracer project

You might want to consider a Strange 12 bolt which has factory style torque arm mounting. The moser uses smaller bolts that thread into blind holes to mount the torque arm which sometimes back out.
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-24-2012, 11:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 630
Posted By 90firebird

Re: rear end romoval

I'm swapping my rears out as we speak. I have spohn SFC's, so my jackstands are under those, towards the rear. If you don't have frame connectors, the portion of the unibody that the front of the LCA...
Forum: Body
06-24-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,813
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Debating GTA rim color choice

Sorry for the delayed response:

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BTW, how is that engine combo with the first injection?
Forum: Body
06-15-2012, 12:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,813
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Debating GTA rim color choice

I personally like how a gta looks with its factory wheels and badges. Then again, you can't go wrong with black gta wheels. Sounds similar to my car, only that mine is a base firebird. Maybe throw a...
Forum: History / Originality
05-29-2012, 12:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,826
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Is this the most expensive 3rd gen

Yes, I believe they painted it and did it up with GTA components. There are pictures of a black/silver one as well, so that may be the repaint car and this may be a 2nd. Someone truly in the know can...
Forum: History / Originality
05-28-2012, 09:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,826
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Is this the most expensive 3rd gen

I believe that is the same car, just updated with GTA aesthetics.
Forum: History / Originality
05-28-2012, 01:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,826
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Is this the most expensive 3rd gen

Lol, no offense even remotely taken, and hope the same is likewise. My "strong response" statement was meant to refer to the cumulative response of everyone.

I agree with your flowing lines...
Forum: History / Originality
05-26-2012, 10:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,826
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Is this the most expensive 3rd gen

Boy, what a strong response. I think its kind of cool and not THAT ugly. Saying its a waste of a trans am is quite a statement, given the fact that this thing just bolts on...

For this concept to...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-26-2012, 07:32 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,898
Posted By 90firebird

Re: new pics of my 92 yellow bird

Jamaica Yellow FTW! The taillights/spoiler/wheels and stance really make the car look great. I like the GTA's on it, myself.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-17-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 226
Important/Useful : Dana 44 parts list
Views: 42,188
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dana 44 parts list

Well, it wasn't going to do any good just sitting in a folder!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-14-2012, 08:02 PM
Replies: 226
Important/Useful : Dana 44 parts list
Views: 42,188
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Dana 44 parts list

Attached is the GM installation bulletin for Dana 44's. I recently picked this up along with a rear and figured I'd throw this up for everyone.
Forum: Southern California Area
05-11-2012, 06:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 809
Posted By 90firebird

Re: Mechanic/Help needed

If it's vats, I would imagine the car wouldn't fire in the first place.

First of all, what year/engine? Is this the car you have listed in your profile?

I had a similar problem with a 91...
Forum: History / Originality
05-05-2012, 11:36 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 28,463
Posted By 90firebird

Re: 1989 Formula Carroll Supercharged 350 VHO

With regards to those Paxton SN superchargers: since you have everything apart, I would highly recommend getting acquainted with its current condition and determining whether it needs work. These...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-10-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 35,748
Posted By 90firebird

Re: More Steering Angle .... ??

Neat stuff, drift. I see that you have alot of experience with this stuff and work on other platforms as well, but aren't you worried that your geometry isn't exactly ride-height without a spring...
Forum: FAQ Board
04-09-2012, 01:15 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 10,658
Posted By 90firebird

Re: History Of TGO?

Wow Wow Wow! Thanks for that link 86 Iroc! Looks just as I remember it! I joined back in '02 as a senior in high school and spent many an hour on the boards. The damn car was about all I could think...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-07-2012, 12:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 871
Posted By 90firebird

Re: new end links

No end link bushings: more of a death "jingle".

Wobbles or pulling are more serious and caused elsewhere.
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