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Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-01-2016, 11:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 783
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: We have it all then poof!!! Need the help of you camaro experts. pics inside

Yes the ICM can be especially susceptible to heat and have been a known failure point.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-20-2010, 01:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 760
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Another Code 44

Did you unplug the O2 sensor and note the SES light?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-19-2010, 07:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 760
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Another Code 44

Code 44 can be intermittent. A way to tell is to get the engine to operating temperature. Shut the engine off, ground the diagnostic terminal the way you normally would to read codes. With the...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-18-2010, 11:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 945
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: V6 to V8TPI - Bin Change Verification

Welcome to thirdgen.org. If your v6 ECM identification number ends in 730, you can use it on the 350, but you must remove the 350 chip and run it in the car. You'll have to swap the harness as...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2010, 10:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 863
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: SES light comes on after 10 minutes of driving every time

A knock sensor is designed to detect spark knock (detonation/pinging) and retard engine timing until the knock is gone. That's completely different from a bottom end knock.

Clear your codes and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2010, 09:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 863
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: SES light comes on after 10 minutes of driving every time

Get your IAT reconnected, that's what's throwing your code 23. With the circuit being open, the ECM is seeing infinite resistance on that circuit and is getting a reading of the air temperature...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-17-2010, 09:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 621
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Can someone make sense of this?

I found it, thanks very much! I'll get a new chip burned and see how that helps this issue. I see a table here for the EGR duty cycle as well. Would it be as effective to turn the duty cycle to 0%...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-17-2010, 04:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 621
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Can someone make sense of this?

Rbob, thanks for responding to my post. I had never given the EGR much thought, but since you mention it, the cylinder heads do not have EGR passages. Is there a way to go about eliminating that...
Forum: DIY PROM
05-16-2010, 02:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 621
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Can someone make sense of this?

Hey all, I'm fairly inexperienced with tuning, and I'm having an issue with my vehicle. Every diagnosis I've tried has led to a dead end. The car seems to be very hesitant when I hit the gas in...
Forum: Body
05-11-2010, 08:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Key broke off in hatch lock

Was the key that weak to begin with, or is the lock cylinder that hard to open that it snapped the key? You may be better off ordering a new cylinder from the dealer, if memory serves they aren't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-04-2010, 08:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,492
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: rear main seal

The transmission has to be removed for you to get access to the rear main seal. The flywheel/flexplate has to be removed as well. It's a pain, and can be done in the car, but it's much easier to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-04-2010, 07:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 496
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: SES light comes on after making decent pulls while driving

What code did the check engine light display?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-04-2010, 07:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 764
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Distributor gear change?

If the distributor came off an engine that used a flat tappet cam, you'll need to change it when using it in conjunction with a roller cam. Call Comp cams and see which one they recommend.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-04-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 612
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Won't Start after a few days work

Unless you have an exposed cable somewhere that can short to ground, the only thing that would cause what you describe is a loose battery cable, or very weak battery.



Straight, yes. Proper...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-04-2010, 09:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 612
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Won't Start after a few days work

If I'm reading this correctly, the starter comes out, engages the flywheel, and stops. If your grounds are good, and cables are good, then that tells me you may have an incorrect shim depth, causing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-02-2010, 07:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,454
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: engine swap, NO COMPRESSION, NOT FIRING

Valve springs need to be matched to the cam. If the heads are all stock, including the springs, you will have to change them in order to prevent damage to your cam and valvetrain. So, did the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-02-2010, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 741
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Engine will no start. No codes but has engine light?

Check engine light that flashes only code 12 means the ECM did not find any faults with its systems. A check engine light that is always present with the ignition ON but the engine not running is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-02-2010, 08:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 535
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: cam specifications

That's really not enough information to know exactly what cam you have in the engine. If it's a comp cams camshaft, the part number is on the camshaft itself, however the cam must be removed from...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-01-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 665
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Timing Gear installation. Need help!!!!

"Just a little" can be a lot in terms of tolerances, especially in the cam and valvetrain. I know it sucks to have to run out to the parts store, but if I were you I would go and get the installer...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-01-2010, 03:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 646
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Cam swap Question

Exactly. That support bar must be removed or you will not be able to remove the cam.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-01-2010, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,454
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: engine swap, NO COMPRESSION, NOT FIRING

Well, bent pushrods are definitely "real" damage. Am i reading this correctly, the piston struck the exhaust valve while it was open and bent the pushrods?
Did your valve springs match the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2010, 04:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 908
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: 88 GTA Missing on startup

Defective spark plug wires, cracked, broken, or dirty spark plugs, corroded cap and rotor all will cause those things, along with a bum fuel injector or incorrect firing order. Fuel filter too. If...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2010, 04:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 735
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Help me pick out a Cam kit for my '85 Trans Am!!

Cams are often one of the most mismatched parts for a lot of engines, and there are a lot of factors to consider when choosing one.

First and foremost, what do you want the car to do? Do you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-27-2010, 03:57 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,651
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Car Wont start??????

Turn the key to the ON position, and note the 'Security' light. Is it turning on briefly and then going out, or is it coming on and staying on?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-26-2010, 12:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 735
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Car wont start after motor swap

When you turn the key to the ON position, what's your 'Security' light doing? I'm thinking you may have a VATS issue, if you only swapped engines without any major internal work.

EDIT: Do you...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-26-2010, 11:33 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 14,350
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: What kind of Edelbrock engine is this?

You're only going to have to address the compressor if you plan on having functional air conditioning in the vehicle. From the looks of it, The lines are gone, and the dryer has been left exposed to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-25-2010, 09:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 432
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: The tale of the oil pressure that never was...

A good easy way to tell is to get a mechanical oil pressure gauge and hook it up to one of the pressurized oil ports at the front of the block above the timing cover or on the back behind the intake....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-25-2010, 06:24 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 14,350
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: What kind of Edelbrock engine is this?

He's referring to the Air Conditioning compressor ports being left open and exposed, which can wreck the compressor.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-25-2010, 05:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,155
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: PA Inspection issues with 82 LG4, All opinions welcome!

Vader has made some very valid points for you.

As far as my personal experience with emissions/inspection things in PA:
1) To register the car as a classic, what I was told from a notary was you...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
04-25-2010, 04:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,995
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Duplicolor vinyl/fabric paint

I have never done seats with the stuff. I have done carpeting with really good results. The way I would go about it is to first clean the carpeting really well. After cleaning I would then apply...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-25-2010, 04:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 649
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: can I run new motor without detent cable?

That's what he's worried about. Without the detent cable functioning while he's breaking in the engine he's concerned about too much line pressure potentially causing harm to his transmission.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2010, 04:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 519
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: engine break in question...

Hmm... interesting question. If you wanted to be absolutely safe without knowing I'd say replace the detent cable beforehand. You may also want to ask in the transmission section of the board, or...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2010, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 368
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Problem keeping my car running...HELP

I would start with checking your timing with a timing light and pulling the plugs and cleaning/replacing them as necessary. Is the carb the OEM unit?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-23-2010, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,590
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: TPI, rough idle... Help!

The 1991 Trans Am will not have a MAF sensor on it from the factory. I would start simple, has the check engine light ever come on during this problem, did the shop find any codes at all? As was...
Forum: North East Region
04-22-2010, 12:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 940
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: do all firebirds get called camaros

Here I was thinking it was just my area. When I was younger I used to get angry at people calling my 'bird a Camaro. It's so commonplace around here I don't even bother correcting any more, I just...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2010, 06:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 804
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: 700R4 question

Yes, that sets the shift points in the transmission by adjusting the cable. You'll push it all the way flush and manually move your throttle body to wide open and back one time, during this time...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2010, 06:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 804
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: 700R4 question

https://www.thirdgen.org/detent

The engine in the picture is a V6. The principle is exactly the same on the V8s.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-21-2010, 05:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 804
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: 700R4 question

Search the board for TV cable adjustment. It's very simple to do. If your trans is shifting too quickly it can be very detrimental to the internals.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-20-2010, 07:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,917
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Car missing and quiting in damp/ rainy weather

Another vote for distributor cap here. I had a similar issue before and the cap ended up being cracked, allowing moisture in.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-20-2010, 07:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 738
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: what engine is this?

416 Is a 1980-1986 305 58cc cylinder head with 1.84"/1.5" valves. Look on the back of the block on the left side for a casting number, just above the area where the transmission is attached. There...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-20-2010, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 872
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Timing Perfection

Just adding my two cents and you probably have done this, but also make sure the distributor shaft and the oil pump shaft are correctly aligned when the distributor is installed.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-20-2010, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,685
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Cranking but not firing: SES unlit at ignition-on, fuel pump not priming

The pump should run for two seconds during its prime phase when the key is turned to the ignition on position.
Let's talk about that SES light, or lack of it. You've stated that the 20A...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-16-2010, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 668
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: How do you install a cam?

Is the existing cam hydraulic roller, or flat tappet? If you make a significant change in the cam profile you NEED to change your valve springs to match the new cam. Newer hydraulic roller style...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-25-2009, 12:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 734
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Crazy death and resurrection issue

Glad you got it figured out. I hate tracking down electrical bugs, but at least it's an easy fix.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-25-2009, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 978
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Will this reduce spark knock?

Going to a thicker gasket can reduce your compression ratio slightly. If you have a little detonation it may help, but I think the real issue is your timing curve/fuel mixture. What's your...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-25-2009, 11:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 734
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Crazy death and resurrection issue

The pink wire is what supplies the 12v to the coil. It becomes energized when the key is turned to the ON position. If it is shorting, it's not completing the circuit and therefore would cause an...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-23-2009, 10:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 953
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Starter engages flywheel off and on

How many teeth do you have on that flywheel? I'm not familiar with the manual flywheels, but there are different amounts of teeth on the automatic flexplates (153, or 168 tooth if memory serves). ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-21-2009, 06:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 734
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: Crazy death and resurrection issue

I would check the pink ignition wire that goes in to your ignition coil for breakage. Also pull the 2 wire pigtail going from the coil to the ignition module and test those for continuity. Test...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-15-2009, 08:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 449
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: wheres the power

Start with the basics. How are the spark plugs? Where's the timing set? Fuel filter ok? Give it a tune up and make sure those things are in good functioning condition before digging deeper.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-14-2009, 10:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 543
Posted By Quick_Trans_Am

Re: TACH TALK

Thank you for the reply. My knowledge about this subject is very limited, so I have to ask this: I'm assuming this filter is located on or near the tach. How do I go about repairing/replacing?
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