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Forum: Firebirds for Sale
09-16-2018, 08:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,707
Posted By dibella989

Re: 1988 Trans Am GTA 5-speed 305 ttop IN

i'm sorry, i sold it about a month ago.
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
12-31-2017, 12:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 970
Posted By dibella989

How much does a restored GTA go for? Or if interested buy mine as is.

Thinking about selling my GTA to a friend who wants me to restore it with him this summer and sell it for a profit. It has 112,xxx miles and we'd do an engine rebuild, new paint, the works. About how...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-10-2017, 04:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 519
Posted By dibella989

Re: Running rich and backfires, bad timing?

No check engine light, and I have not checked fuel pressure, should I go rent a gauge to see what it's at?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-10-2017, 02:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 519
Posted By dibella989

Running rich and backfires, bad timing?

Not too long ago I put in a new ecu, and all was going well for a few weeks. Then I started to notice I can smell gas when I'm sitting at an idle, and the amount of exhaust smoke I'm producing is...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
10-03-2017, 12:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,707
Posted By dibella989

Re: 1988 Trans Am GTA 5-speed 305 ttop IN

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-20170915_182827_6ca8784c4d0c14e2f22a1f19644ebf8654ae22ad.jpg
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Forum: Firebirds for Sale
10-03-2017, 12:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,707
Posted By dibella989

1988 Trans Am GTA 5-speed 305 ttop IN

It has the 305 5.0L V8 with TPI and the T-5 manual tranny, with 3:45 gears in the differential. I have two 12" subs in the back, I plan to remove them and the amp but I will leave the custom built...
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
09-20-2017, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,850
Posted By dibella989

Re: WTB 1985-1992 and up Firebird / Formula / Trans Am / GTA V8

If you happen to still be looking, I'm selling my 88 GTA with 305 TPI and T5 manual tranny https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/firebirds-sale/747440-1988-trans-am-gta.html
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
09-20-2017, 01:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,002
Posted By dibella989

Re: wtb firebird formula or gta or t/a

The body on mine isn't the best, it still runs and drives although it will need a rebuild before too long. I'm from Indiana, here's my listing if you're interested...
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
09-20-2017, 01:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 701
Posted By dibella989

Re: WTB 85-92 T/A, 87-92 GTA

I'm selling my 88 GTA, 117,222 miles and 305 with t5 manual tranny, here's my listing if you're interested, I'm in Indiana https://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/6305090423.html
Forum: Firebirds Wanted
09-20-2017, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 453
Posted By dibella989

Re: 89 GTA/ Formula T5 TPI wanted

I have an 88 GTA with original 5 speed and 305 TPI for sale. It currently runs and drives but just started running a little rough lately, I think the timing is off and it could use a rebuild some...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
09-15-2017, 11:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,968
Posted By dibella989

Re: 1988 Trans Am GTA 5-speed 305 ttop IN

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-20170915_183104_d92297bf7d4f0199077dd8e3da2fd3e36b394c3d.jpg

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Forum: Firebirds for Sale
09-13-2017, 08:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,968
Posted By dibella989

1988 Trans Am GTA 5-speed 305 ttop IN

It has the 305 TPI with and the T-5 manual tranny, 3:45 gears in the differential. I have two 12" subs in the back, I plan to remove them and the amp but I will leave the custom built box, all...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2017, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 426
Posted By dibella989

Re: Whirring sound after engine shuts off '88 GTA 305

Wow.. I really hope it was coming from the back, that's too easy.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2017, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 426
Posted By dibella989

Re: Whirring sound after engine shuts off '88 GTA 305

I'm pretty sure it was under the hood, but I'll check this weekend. If it was coming from the back, what do you think it could be?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-29-2017, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 426
Posted By dibella989

Whirring sound after engine shuts off '88 GTA 305

I'm a freshman in college so there are times when my '88 GTA (305) will sit for 1-2 weeks without being driven. Recently I drove my baby around and thought something sounded off, a whirring, maybe...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2016, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,670
Posted By dibella989

Re: Smog Pump delete 88 T.P.I. IROC Vert

my first time working on belts and whatnot, how do I go about removing the smog pump? It's cold and raining outside so I'm trying to spend the least amount of time out there possible.

If I just...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,312
Posted By dibella989

Rerouting belt around smog pump

Recently my smog pump seized up and I found this tech article https://www.thirdgen.org/serpentine/ which seemed very helpful. I bought the new belt but theres just no way in my engine bay that the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2016, 12:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,670
Posted By dibella989

Re: Smog Pump delete 88 T.P.I. IROC Vert

My smog pump seized on my TA and our pulley layout appears to be the same. But no matter how I would position the belt it appears that the pulley of the smog pump will be in the way of the route. ...
Forum: Electronics
11-05-2015, 07:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 33,866
Posted By dibella989

Re: Rear Hatch Won't Close

The same thing happened to me. I just slammed the hatch down really hard to force it in, and then it closed. I can open it from the inside with no problem, I just can't use it on the hatch itself.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
11-05-2015, 07:03 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,901
Posted By dibella989

Re: 1988 Trans Am GTA WS6 parting out

How much for the panel above the pedals?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2015, 06:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 654
Posted By dibella989

Won't crank over HELP!

1988 Trans am GTA, 305. After vaccuming and detailing today it decided not to start back up. When I turn the key to "on" position security light turns off after a few seconds, don't think it is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2015, 05:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 812
Posted By dibella989

Re: Starter Location HELP ASAP

hitting it did nothing, just my luck
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2015, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 812
Posted By dibella989

Starter Location HELP ASAP

I am aware of how basic this question is, but it is currently raining and I don't have my jack with me, and I believe that if I just hit the starter it might finally crank over. So where is the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-27-2015, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 687
Posted By dibella989

Re: T5 to T5 world class

I just looked it up and WC started in 88, is there a way to confirm that I have the WC and not the original design? I just want to be positive before I buy anything.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-27-2015, 06:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 687
Posted By dibella989

Re: T5 to T5 world class

So essentially I should just go with the rebuild?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-27-2015, 05:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 687
Posted By dibella989

T5 to T5 world class

I have a 305 and a T5 which is currently dying and I was just going to do a rebuild, but a friend of mine offered me his V6 fourth gen for $300. If I'm not mistaken the manual trannys in those are...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-27-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 375
Views: 342,347
Posted By dibella989

Re: T5 FAQ - Everything we know about the T5

Do any alterations need to be made to a world class t5 used in the fourth generation for the v6 model in order to put it in a third gen with a 305? My tranny is kinda **** and a friend will sell me...
Forum: Car Audio
10-26-2015, 01:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,511
Posted By dibella989

Re: Amp Locations

Mudd I really envy your setup, I just put mine in between the two 12s. The only trick is getting an amp strong enough to power your subs while still being small enough to fit in between, I got the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-21-2015, 03:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 384
Posted By dibella989

Deciding on New Clutch and Transmission

So I have a 1988 GTA, 305 tpi, 5 speed manual (assuming T5 but I honestly don't know) with 109k miles. I know it needs a new clutch, in order to go into reverse the car has to be off or else it is...
Forum: Third Gen Expo
09-06-2015, 09:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,031
Posted By dibella989

Re: Thirdgen Expo 2015 Registration Thread

Was back in May
Forum: Electronics
08-28-2015, 12:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,325
Posted By dibella989

Brake Lights

I had my turn signal switch unplugged for some time, and eventually the tail lights stopped functioning (within a span of 2 weeks of each other). I checked to see if the bulbs burnt out by turning...
Forum: Electronics
06-09-2015, 03:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 666
Posted By dibella989

Re: HELP! won't crank, VATS?

I was in the middle of the repair and realized I had to go to O'Reilly, the wheel hadn't been broken loose, just the bolt loosened and horn wire detached, so I put it together and didn't start. ...
Forum: Electronics
06-09-2015, 02:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 666
Posted By dibella989

HELP! won't crank, VATS?

Just removed the wheel to replace turn signal switch, now won't even crank over. It is a 1988 Trans Am GTA with the factory security system. The security system is the only thing I think it could...
Forum: Interior
05-29-2015, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 622
Posted By dibella989

Re: Turn Signal Stuck

I think I'll start by pulling the wheel and fixing the switch, then I'll mess with the bulbs. Thanks
Forum: Interior
05-27-2015, 05:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 622
Posted By dibella989

Turn Signal Stuck

Currently, the arm is stuck in the left position, although the switch thinks that it is in the middle. I can occasionally put the arm in the right position (looks like it is in the middle position)...
Forum: Third Gen Expo
05-22-2015, 11:07 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,695
Posted By dibella989

Re: What are you bringing to Thirgen Expo 2015? Post it in here!

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Forum: Third Gen Expo
05-21-2015, 11:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,305
Posted By dibella989

Re: Thirdgen Expo 2015 Caravan Thread. Meet here to discuss travel together

Anybody going that lives in central Indiana, or that I would pass by on my way there? The person I was going to cruise with can no longer make it.
Forum: Third Gen Expo
05-21-2015, 10:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,031
Posted By dibella989

Re: Thirdgen Expo 2015 Registration Thread

Just paid
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-20-2015, 06:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 413
Posted By dibella989

Re: HELP! turns over but won't catch

Going to do that just to be sure, but I talked to the previous owner and he said he replaced the fuel pump, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed it's not that. I'm going to replace the filter later...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2015, 12:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 413
Posted By dibella989

Re: HELP! turns over but won't catch

I think it could be the fuel pump, or possibly even just the filter.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2015, 11:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 413
Posted By dibella989

HELP! turns over but won't catch

1988 trans am gta with tpi. Was letting it sit to warm up but it stalled and sat there for a minute. when I went to go start it, it turns over but wouldn't start. I thought the engine might be...
Forum: TPI
04-13-2015, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,831
Posted By dibella989

Re: TPI the same as MFI?

Thanks, that's what I thought but I just wanted to be sure.
Forum: TPI
04-13-2015, 03:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,831
Posted By dibella989

TPI the same as MFI?

I'm doing an oil change, and wanted to get a K&N filter, but on the K&N website it only has TBI and MFI. I have the 305 with TPI and just wanted to be sure that MFI would be compatible, even though I...
Forum: Car Audio
03-26-2015, 01:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,792
Posted By dibella989

Re: Amp Placement

So I found out that the rockford fosgate 1200 1-D fits just fine.
Forum: Interior
03-26-2015, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 484
Posted By dibella989

Re: Deflate Lumbar 88 TA

Thank you! I'm going to try that here in a bit, I actually almost got in a wreck because of the way I was sitting this morning.
Forum: Interior
03-26-2015, 09:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 484
Posted By dibella989

Deflate Lumbar 88 TA

So while I was doing some interior work the other day I accidentally inflated the driver side lumbar all the way, and it won't deflate when I press the opposite button, I can hear a noise that sounds...
Forum: Car Audio
03-08-2015, 12:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,792
Posted By dibella989

Re: Amp Placement

I was thinking about that, and asked a friend running two 1400W amps (this is a focus that is REALLY bumping :lol:) but he said that much heat in an enclosed area would be bad over time whether I...
Forum: Car Audio
03-08-2015, 12:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,792
Posted By dibella989

Re: Amp Placement

I'm still new to the whole subs game, so I could be wrong. A buddy of mine said that he could make it sound better if I rewired it to one, I have a four channel amp and I believe the subs are single...
Forum: Car Audio
03-08-2015, 12:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,792
Posted By dibella989

Re: Amp Placement

Forgot that was your picture XD my bad. I'm trying to do something around 900-1,000W. So I think that might be too much for that location, if I could find an amp with that power to fit in anyways. ...
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