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Forum: Body
01-04-2015, 07:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,282
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Door hinge pins and bushings. Questions.

Here's an update:

I finally purchased a Dremmel tool. It's the Dremmel 3000. and it's one step down from the top of the line model. Variable speed and works really well. I used it, yesterday,...
Forum: Body
12-12-2014, 08:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,282
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Door hinge pins and bushings. Questions.

Thanks for the input. I was looking at the hinges some more, and yes, I'll definitely need a dremmel tool. I'm going to order the detent pins and rollers before I start anything. I'll keep the...
Forum: Electronics
12-12-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,096
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: 1984 Z28 Instrument Cluster Removal

Thanks for the input. I've seen that thread, before, but apparently, I didn't read pages 2 and 3. I went back and read the entire thread, and I was able to figure it out.

I had to replace the...
Forum: Electronics
12-11-2014, 03:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,096
Posted By mlbinseattle

1984 Z28 Instrument Cluster Removal

Okay, I have a '84 Z28, and I'm trying to remove the instrument cluster so I can clean the bulb sockets and to replace the speedometer cable. I've read several threads about this, but I have a few...
Forum: Body
12-11-2014, 02:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 529
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: door pins for a dummy

I started a thread five days ago regarding the same subject. There's a ton of excellent information provided by Ionsal and AndyZ28 in this thread. It should tell you everything you need to know. ...
Forum: Body
12-11-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,282
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Door hinge pins and bushings. Questions.

Thanks for all the information! The pics and instructions really helped put things into a better perspective. I was planning to grind the heads off the top hinge pins with a 4 1/2" angle grinder,...
Forum: Body
12-11-2014, 02:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,282
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Door hinge pins and bushings. Questions.

I do appreciate the tips, especially the one about the spring tool. Just from looking at the space with the door installed and the fact that I don't have a dremmel tool ... just an angle grinder ......
Forum: Body
12-06-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,282
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Door hinge pins and bushings. Questions.

I was looking at the hinge assembly, and it occurred to me that the hinge doesn't turn on the detent pin ... just the other pin. (I was wondering why there wasn't any replacement parts in the kits...
Forum: Body
12-06-2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,282
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Door hinge pins and bushings. Questions.

Thanks for the response. I appreciate that.

I know these doors are heavy; thus the sag. I intend to use an engine hoist and a strap on the door for support during the removal process. I'll...
Forum: Body
12-06-2014, 11:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,282
Posted By mlbinseattle

Door hinge pins and bushings. Questions.

I've got an '84 Z28 with the sagging doors. I've purchased the top/lower hinge pins/bushings and want to get started. I'm sure these questions have been asked a million times, but I still couldn't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-30-2014, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Oil&Temp indicators

Also, after the engine warms up, the oil thins out somewhat from a cold state. You will probably see higher oil pressure when it's cold as opposed to being warm.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-30-2014, 09:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Oil&Temp indicators

Oil pressure will probably never reach 60 psi. Usually, it'll get up to 40-45 psi ... maybe 50. What you're seeing is normal.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2014, 05:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 490
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: 1988 Pontiac GTA stopped running. Help

Check the air intake and air filter. Some grass or some trash in the grass may have possibly gotten sucked into the air intake and is choking the air flow.
Forum: Carburetors
11-29-2014, 05:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 960
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: reconsidering using a quadrajet :/

You won't be disappointed. Once I learned how to tune a QJ, it was actually pretty easy. Performance wise, I've been pretty pleased.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2014, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Oil&Temp indicators

Yes, the oil gauge indicates oil pressure in PSI (pounds per square inch). Temp gauge is in degrees F. If the engine was warmed up and just sitting there while idling, I'd say these indications look...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2014, 09:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 778
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Oil pan gasket

Lol ... That was the only thing that held me up, and that was only for a few minutes. Personally, I could care less which end it came out as long as it came out. The front worked just fine for me.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2014, 01:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 796
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: cut pipes under car?

Sorry. I guess I missed that.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2014, 01:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 796
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: cut pipes under car?

He may have meant EVAP lines. Although, there is usually one line for the EVAP system that runs from the charcoal canister to the gas tank. Those other lines are brake lines and fuel lines. Those...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2014, 01:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 796
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: cut pipes under car?

Agreed.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2014, 01:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 796
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: cut pipes under car?

EGR lines? I'm wondering what lines an EGR valve would need that run to the back of the car. I've never heard of anything like this, before.

The EGR valve is used to reduce NOx emissions in an...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2014, 11:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 778
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Oil pan gasket

I changed mine several months ago. You'll need an engine hoist to lift the engine as high and forward as you can get it. By the time you're done, you'll wonder why you didn't go ahead and just pull...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,233
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Knocking sound

Depends on what is exciting the resonance. But yes, with low resonance as in a subwoofer, it sounds like it could be coming from anywhere.

All I'm saying is that the reason it might sound louder...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2014, 05:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,233
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Knocking sound

It was something to consider.

The cabin represents something of a hollow "drum" and has its own natural resonance. It's possible that the low frequency knock is close in frequency to the natural...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2014, 04:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,233
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Knocking sound

Sure it isn't coming from inside the cabin?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2014, 04:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: No Power to Distributor

Mine sat up for 12 years. I had to drop the fusebox and give it a good cleaning. Nothing looked like the regular, green or white looking corrosion, but all the contacts were "dirty". Cleaned...
Forum: Carburetors
11-23-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,015
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Anyone with wideband o2 sensor ? What values should I get

I have the exact same secondary metering rods and hanger in mine. However, I'm running a stock cam. IMO, at WOT, it should be going rich, anyway, and since you're using an over-sized cam, it may not...
Forum: Carburetors
11-23-2014, 06:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,015
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Anyone with wideband o2 sensor ? What values should I get

Also, I'd like to add that I don't know what the gauge should show since I've never dealt with that setup. I do know that, if the main O2 sensor, CTS, and ECM are all working properly, then it...
Forum: Carburetors
11-23-2014, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,015
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Anyone with wideband o2 sensor ? What values should I get

Yes, the broadband O2 sensor connected to both the gauge and ECM could cause a possible problem because of parallel resistances.

Since the QJ gets feedback from the ECM depending on what the O2...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2014, 04:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: No Power to Distributor

Ensure all contacts on the ignition switch and dizzy cap BAT terminal are clean. After sitting up for years, it's possible the connections have become somewhat corroded. It may not look like...
Forum: Carburetors
11-23-2014, 04:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,015
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Anyone with wideband o2 sensor ? What values should I get

Is that O2 sensor connected to the ECM and gauge or is it a second O2 sensor that you installed and connected straight to the gauge?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-20-2014, 06:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,233
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Knocking sound

When you cut the air line to the cat, did you cap the tube on the cat?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2014, 11:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 306
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Is this normal or is there a problem?

Thanks, sofa. I figured this was probably the case, but it's always good to hear it from the ones with the knowledge and experience of these cars.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2014, 04:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 306
Posted By mlbinseattle

Is this normal or is there a problem?

I had to pull the carb on my engine, and I noticed that the fuel kept trickling out of the fuel line where it connects to the carb. (I'm talking about after the carb was pulled ... not when the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2014, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 860
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: car won't turn over. no click. good battery

If it was cranking hard and then nothing at all and you know the battery is good, chances are the starter went south on you. I would take a pair of jumper cables and do this: Connect one jumper...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-19-2014, 11:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 860
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: car won't turn over. no click. good battery

How did you test the battery?
Forum: Carburetors
11-17-2014, 11:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 884
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Code 54

Sounds like you may need to program your own. There's an entire forum for that on this site.
Forum: Carburetors
11-17-2014, 06:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 884
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Code 54

Do a Google search. There are several sites that sell ECM's for these cars. Prices are reasonable, too.
Forum: Carburetors
11-17-2014, 04:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 884
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Code 54

^ What he said.

Check to ensure you have continuity between the ECM and MCS (Light blue wire between pin 18 of the ECM and the MCS). Also, check to ensure that you're getting 12VDC on the other...
Forum: Carburetors
11-17-2014, 01:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,201
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Removing All Emissions Items, carb change needed?

The CCC Quadrajet needs the O2 and CTS connected to the ECM and functioning for the ECM to provide feedback to the carb. If you intend on removing the ECM, I would go with a different carb.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-16-2014, 06:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Help: Won't start in the cold

If it finally fired right up, it may have taken a bit for the startup fluid to make its way to the combustion chambers. I usually open the throttle plates and pour a little gas right down in it. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-16-2014, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 452
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Fuse block problems

There's something else to consider:

How long had the '89 been sitting up with no engine and tranny? If it has been years, then there might be some bad contacts at the fuses in the fuse box. My...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-16-2014, 03:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Help: Won't start in the cold

You said that air, gas, and spark have all checked out good, so I'm going to take your word for it. Assuming there are no issues in these departments:

Does the engine "cough" or choke when you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-14-2014, 12:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,029
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: ringing sound from under vehicle under load

You wanted an armchair analysis.

Also, if the ICM decides to take a dump, then yes, it will affect your timing. Point is, there are other things that will affect your timing even though the base...
Forum: Carburetors
11-14-2014, 11:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,144
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: quadrajet worth rebuilding?

I recently rebuilt mine, and it was the first time I ever rebuilt one. Afterwards, I did a little tail-chasing trying to diagnose a problem, but it wasn't the carb's fault. All in all, it turned out...
Forum: Carburetors
11-13-2014, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 713
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: Fuel delivery issue or too lean?

Well, the problem no longer exists. Here's what I did, but I don't know if anything had a direct influence on clearing up the problem:

1) I noticed when I rebuilt the carb, the secondary metering...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-13-2014, 06:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,029
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: ringing sound from under vehicle under load

Another explanation of pre-ignition and detonation. This person explains the two a little better (IMO):

http://www.contactmagazine.com/Issue54/EngineBasics.html

The author pointed out...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-13-2014, 05:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,029
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: ringing sound from under vehicle under load

It will eventually burn holes in the top of the pistons.

Apparently, there is a difference between pre-ignition and detonation. I've always called it pre-ignition. This person explains the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-12-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,029
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: ringing sound from under vehicle under load

Sounds like timing is too far advanced and you're hearing pre-ignition.
Forum: Carburetors
11-12-2014, 02:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 557
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: will this quad work?

It's a Dual Jet (2 barrel). From what I've read, these were used on 6 cylinders from 81-84. I imagine it could be used on an eight cylinder. Since it has an MCS, that says it's computer...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-12-2014, 01:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 433
Posted By mlbinseattle

Re: 350 Losing Oil Pressure

The fact that it started making noise when this started should be cause for concern. It's possible that the pickup fell off or a mounting bolt worked it's way loose and fell out. The pump may be...
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