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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-01-2024, 09:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 145
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Won't start after sitting 1-2 yrs. Confirm fuel pump..

Thanks. My understanding based on reading existing posts is that if I have 12V at the orange relay wire, that means the fuel pump fuse is OK. I also could not find the darn thing!

My logic at...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-30-2024, 11:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 145
Posted By Diggler86

Won't start after sitting 1-2 yrs. Confirm fuel pump..

Been sitting for 1-2 years, no fuel prep etc was done. I know, I know... but time flies. Won't start now.

Charged battery and have battery booster attached so plenty of juice.

No usual fuel...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-04-2024, 04:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,208
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Flaming Chicken hood decal on Power Bulge Hood

It's painted. Check out this article.
https://www.streetmusclemag.com/news/the-smokey-and-the-bandit-4-trans-am/


But, it would be cool if someone could figure out how to get this graphic on...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-08-2023, 11:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine prime grind noise

I believe I may have finally solved it. After more tries with same results broke down and bought a shark tooth pump to see if it would improve. In the box has instructions that the cover should be...
Forum: Engine Swap
03-24-2023, 11:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine prime grind noise

Alright I'm still baffled with this and project stalled until can resolve.

Here's a video with a blanket over the drill, so the noise in the video is what I'm referring to. It cant be normal?
...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-13-2023, 08:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine prime grind noise

Yes I did check and I was getting oil through at each hole at the rockers.

Here another video. I guess I could drop the pan and turn the pump and try to locate it that way. Again, assuming its...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-12-2023, 08:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By Diggler86

Engine prime grind noise

I'm in process of doing a 350 swap and priming the engine after assembly. First time building an engine. But I'm getting this sound when priming that sounds to me like a pump grinding noise and not...
Forum: Engine Swap
03-24-2019, 02:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 372
Posted By Diggler86

EGR from AIR tubes

Question: Could the EGR be tapped off from the AIR tubes?

I'm looking at doing a 350 swap, but want to know if I can do a corvette style EGR tube (using a corvette base or even engine), and run a...
Forum: Southern California Area
12-03-2017, 03:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 712
Posted By Diggler86

F/S 1986 Pontiac Trans Am

Sadly its time to go. First $4500 cash takes it. Any questions let me know.

https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/1986-pontiac-firebird-trans-am/6347755245.html
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2014, 11:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

It doesnt get much mileage these days.

The fuel lines do run under the vehicle to the rear, so I guess its plausible, though I dont know why they would cause noise as such. Maybe with rubber...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-03-2014, 09:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

Still sounding the same. I never did figure it out.

I got the valve seals done and that stopped the smoking anyway.

Running fine for the most part, but yeah still have the noise, and just in...
Forum: Southern California Area
04-29-2014, 04:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 983
Posted By Diggler86

Barely passed smog - high HC advise

Kindof amazing, at the exact limit on the two numbers.

From what I read its unburned fuel, any advise based on the other numbers the most probably cause?

It does smell gassy and the mileage...
Forum: Interior
10-11-2012, 07:25 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 88,171
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Anyone have a "WoW" factor in their interior (post pics)

Those grey stripes in the red seats are nice!
Forum: Fabrication
09-13-2012, 06:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,749
Posted By Diggler86

Re: auto shift plate idea

I like making my board in Eagle and buying through BatchPCB.
Forum: Interior
08-11-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 88,171
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Anyone have a "WoW" factor in their interior (post pics)

Note that the metal arm rest bracket underneath the arm rest for them is also different. Youve got to swap them also which involves drilling the rivets out. Just FYI if your thinking of the swap.
Forum: Interior
08-10-2012, 08:34 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 88,171
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Anyone have a "WoW" factor in their interior (post pics)

It was the 'deluxe' interior option door panels on T/As. Believe standard on GTAs.

Check out my post above for the grey version
Forum: Interior
07-12-2012, 03:12 AM
Replies: 344
Views: 88,171
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Anyone have a "WoW" factor in their interior (post pics)

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/attachments/interior/195235d1268801123-new-carpet-seats-pic-sam_0643-large-.jpg
Forum: Body
07-11-2012, 12:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,301
Posted By Diggler86

Re: turn signal mounting?

Anyone have a good alternative to these plastic nut type things which mount the turn signals?

Mine just basically crumbled...
Forum: Cooling
07-08-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,151
Posted By Diggler86

Re: R-12 to R-134a conversion help

I think this is a good video to start learning

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lglPJuBXVeE&feature=relmfu
Forum: Cooling
07-07-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,151
Posted By Diggler86

Re: R-12 to R-134a conversion help

Agree with what was stated, the shop should have checked to see if the system could hold a vacuum with the proper gauges. If it can, there should be no leaks. This is before they fill it up.
Forum: Body
07-06-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 19,864
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Rear Hatch Pull-Down Motor Delete

Still think if you want to simplify, you'd be happy with my solution.

Ive found that in the long run Im generally happier with the mods that are the cleanest. Some wilder projects are fun for a...
Forum: Body
07-04-2012, 01:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 19,864
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Rear Hatch Pull-Down Motor Delete

lol, i hope this is a joke.
Forum: Body
07-03-2012, 08:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 19,864
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Rear Hatch Pull-Down Motor Delete

Ask and ye shall receive..

Its actually pretty easy. You just need the small hatch piece from a manual hatch. And then the couple items shown from home depot (aluminum cut to size).

Uses the...
Forum: Fabrication
05-06-2012, 04:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,749
Posted By Diggler86

Re: auto shift plate idea

but how will you actually switch S1 thru S7?

i used some hall sensors
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/interior/562361-gear-shift-indicator-t.html

not perfect.. but best i could come up with.
Forum: Southern California Area
03-19-2012, 01:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,711
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Ok boys and girls we (3rd gens) are screwed!!!!!! (AB 2289)

http://www.smogtips.com/new-smog-law-AB-2289.cfm

"This new and improved program will have the same result as taking 800,000 old cars off the road, also resulting in a more cost effective program...
Forum: Southern California Area
03-10-2012, 03:28 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,365
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Good luck passing smog

Just barely passed {wipes brow}.. the max are same as 2010, but my car did have worse values this time.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

Cleaned out the port and reassembled. Based on the age look of the crud it appears its not a new issue.

Still get some smoke and can see wet oil come out of that port. Not very much smoke, but...
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-22-2012, 12:45 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,478
Posted By Diggler86

Re: My 3rd Third Gen, '88 GTA L98

Beautiful GTA....

For that stereo, did you also have to purchase a harness to plug into the rear? Or did you 88 harness match?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-15-2012, 01:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,824
Posted By Diggler86

Re: New Volkswagen Commercial IROC

It was being aired a lot here.

Any funny that they stereotype his highschool or college age with the thirdgen..
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-12-2012, 06:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

OK, I took off the exhaust manifold and found that in the second port from the front there is a good amount of oil residue. this is what was leaking out from the port and smoking. See attached...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-29-2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

Well I think you are the winner...

Today:
-Inspected the flexplate (looks fine)
-Unplugged each injector individually, still had noise. (hope that rules out a rod knock or internal engine...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-28-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

or perhaps disconnect each injector is easier and safer than disconnecting plus wires?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-28-2012, 07:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

thank you for the reply. this is what im looking for is ideas.

i just disconnected the hvac blower with no change in results. I dont think its an interior sound it just resonates the most inside...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-28-2012, 05:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,797
Posted By Diggler86

Engine Noise (chatter/knock?) (vid)

Im hoping this will be an easy one for you guys :)

I have an engine noise that sounds like a deep chatter or maybe knock. Its only apparent in the cabin though, clear as day. In the engine bay...
Forum: Southern California Area
01-17-2012, 09:28 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,365
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Good luck passing smog

Not sure I want to argue this one with the judge:


4463. (a) A person who, with intent to prejudice, damage, or
defraud, commits any of the following acts is guilty of a felony and
upon...
Forum: Southern California Area
01-06-2012, 12:50 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,667
Posted By Diggler86

Re: How do you fund your build/mods?

Mikey

The best things I have done financially is get a BS and then an MS. I am a systems engineer now for a large defense corporation. Hate the cubicle but the technical aspect never gets dull....
Forum: Southern California Area
01-06-2012, 12:26 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,365
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Good luck passing smog

Its not just the emissions. I always wanted to say this: "Its because Im black!".

http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/25/california-to-reduce-carbon-emissions-by-banning-black-cars/

Guess if you...
Forum: TPI
01-03-2012, 09:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,467
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Ninth Injector Disconnect

thank you, precisely what i needed to know! i have the blockoff already.

both counterclockwise to loosen, correct?
Forum: TPI
01-03-2012, 07:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,467
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Ninth Injector Disconnect

Since Im doing some manifold gasket r&r, figured I'd get the blockoff kit from ebay and clean things up.

Now, on the back of the fuel rail there are two bolts which secure the CSI fuel line in...
Forum: TPI
12-27-2011, 09:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,416
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Intake manifold removal.

i think you're right. just tough to come to terms that my weekend project has become a week already and about to become even more.. thanks for the reality check..
Forum: TPI
12-27-2011, 07:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,416
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Intake manifold removal.

ok i got most of the junk out of the head port and manifold....

however, it seems to have corroded the aluminum manifold and it created a slot on the port to the outside... ironically the junk was...
Forum: TPI
12-27-2011, 12:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,416
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Intake manifold removal.

something like this might work (but ive never tried one)

http://www.amazon.com/Titan-Stud-Puller-Drive-Model/dp/B00265M8N4
Forum: TPI
12-26-2011, 07:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,416
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Intake manifold removal.

antiseize would have helped 26 years ago...

FINALLY i got it out, believe it or not i used a dremel cutting wheel to trim it into a hex head shape and fit a 15mm over it. once that was on it...
Forum: TPI
12-25-2011, 02:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,416
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Intake manifold removal.

well just tried that and the bit broke within half a second. so now ive also got a piece of bit lodged in the head of the bolt.

only other thing i can think is to use a dremel and slot the entire...
Forum: TPI
12-24-2011, 06:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,416
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Intake manifold removal.

hey thanks for the idea.

i twisted two more T45's (supposedly stronger versions) and the bolt hasnt moved at all but started to strip the bolt. i pounded in a T47 and that thing is twisting also....
Forum: TPI
12-23-2011, 07:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,416
Posted By Diggler86

Re: Intake manifold removal.

Sorry to hijack but its related... Im fixing a coolant leak..

I have all bolts out on my TPI intake manifold except the drivers side rear bolt. I havent been able to budge the darn bolt. I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-06-2011, 12:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 942
Posted By Diggler86

Re: coolant leak - pic

At least Im not the only one who cant immediately (or still) tell from all the choices.

Im thinking of just ordering this one, its maybe a few dollars more but you get the rest of the TPI gaskets,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-03-2011, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 942
Posted By Diggler86

Re: coolant leak - pic

Nope, that was the original suggestion a few months ago. I even redid the stat housing jsut in case. Its dry as a bone around the housing.

I clearly saw and heard bubbling coming right up thru a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-03-2011, 10:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 942
Posted By Diggler86

coolant leak - pic

finally saw today where the puddle of coolant i keep seeing is coming from.

there is a pretty small hole right at the circled area in the photo, coolant is bubbling out and creating the puddle to...
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