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Forum: Body
07-28-2021, 07:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,238
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Windshield Molding Removal

It's supposed to rain some time today, I am going to leave the roof corners where the gaps are open and
see if the leak resumes. If it does then I plan to hopefully remove the old molding, reseal...
Forum: Body
07-27-2021, 03:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,238
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Windshield Molding Removal

I didn't know they had two different widths, probably best to go with the wider width for me, my current very old rubber strip I
think has shrunk over the years so much so that there is now a gap...
Forum: Body
07-27-2021, 01:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,238
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Windshield Molding Removal

Thanks, I just sent an email to get information from Safelite. It appears it is the only way to ask them questions, no "live" people, no "live" chat, no local phone number, everything automated,...
Forum: Body
07-27-2021, 09:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,238
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Windshield Molding Removal

Thank you for the reply, I will check them out.
Forum: Body
07-26-2021, 08:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,238
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Windshield Molding Removal

Thanks for your reply, I will try Safelite. Do you think they will let me fill the pinholes while the windshield is out of the car before they put the new windshield back in. They will come to your...
Forum: Body
07-26-2021, 10:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,238
Posted By Oldpackrat

Windshield Molding Removal

Hi Folks, I would like to remove the rubber molding around the windshield on my 1982 Camaro. I am concerned about three possible problems. #1 The molding is brittle, getting it out in order to fix...
Forum: Electronics
04-14-2021, 12:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 358
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: How to easily replace '82 Instrument Cluster?

Thanks for the reply, I have had this car since 1985. As for age, tell me about it, I am 77 going on 78. Take 24 pills a day and jab myself in the stomach every 15
days, golden years, more like...
Forum: Electronics
04-13-2021, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 358
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: How to easily replace '82 Instrument Cluster?

Thank you Sir. I never thought of lowering the steering column!!! Great idea, does this also make it easier to disconnect the speedometer cable from the back? The replacement instrument cluster...
Forum: Electronics
04-04-2021, 12:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 358
Posted By Oldpackrat

How to easily replace '82 Instrument Cluster?

Hi all, I want to swap out my original instrument cluster and replace with a reconditioned duplicate '82 instrument cluster.
Anyone know how to replace the cluster without knuckles getting messed up...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-23-2021, 08:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,230
Posted By Oldpackrat

Need to know Battery Size!

I have 1982 Camaro Berlinetta V6, can anyone tell me the correct battery size for my car? Simple question,
kids stole owners manual. Store's battery charts don't go back to 1982, Thanks for your...
Forum: DFI and ECM
01-17-2019, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 486
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: ECM Location.

Thanks Drew for the quick response. Weather should be warm enough to get it out. Can't believe they gave up on this car, no accidents, odometer has 73k, nice wheels, decent interior. I don't find...
Forum: DFI and ECM
01-17-2019, 01:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 486
Posted By Oldpackrat

ECM Location.

I have an Camaro 82 V6 2.8L. I have a chance to salvage the ECM from an 82 Firebird with the same engine except the salvage car is stick shift and mine is an automatic if that makes any difference. ...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-24-2018, 07:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 264
Posted By Oldpackrat

1982 V6 Automatic

Help!!!! Need a "pigtail"!, Mouse cut wires! Unfortunately I can only describe what I need. On driver's side of firewall there is a small box with 3 wires plugged into the bottom. The plug is...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
10-01-2018, 09:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,458
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Plenty of parts for sale

I am sorry but I was looking for an automatic shift ball, button, and clip. Another member supplied the parts I was looking for. I am not sure who may have sent the part to Hickory, NC. Sincerely...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
09-09-2018, 08:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 318
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: '82 Automatic Shift Ball

Hi Henry, thanks for responding! My email address is "oldpackrat@centurylink.net", I look forward to hearing from you.
Bill Spayd, Ocala, FL
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
09-09-2018, 12:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 318
Posted By Oldpackrat

'82 Automatic Shift Ball

Looking for '82 Camaro or compatible Black Automatic Shift Ball and Button with mounting "C" Clip. Thanks!!
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
09-09-2018, 12:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,458
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Plenty of parts for sale

Looking for Automatic Shift Ball and Button for my 82 Camaro. I see lots of parts in your pictures, do you have what I am looking for??? Thanks!
Forum: Electronics
07-16-2018, 10:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 634
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Check Engine Light Problem

Mine is an automatic, car runs perfect, even when light comes on. Sometimes if I pull off the road and park the car for a minute then start it up, the light is gone and doesn't come back on for a...
Forum: Electronics
07-15-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 634
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Check Engine Light Problem

Thanks to the folks who responded! The Garlitz Museum is only a few miles away, plus there is a place where they work on, and sell, antique and classic cars. I am thinking maybe if I can find a...
Forum: Electronics
07-12-2018, 07:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 634
Posted By Oldpackrat

Check Engine Light Problem

Hi folks, have a 1982 V6 Camaro. Check Engine Light comes on while driving, used a paper clip to read computer code, "45", thought it was bad oxygen sensor so replaced it but problem still persists....
Forum: Exhaust
02-16-2018, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 953
Posted By Oldpackrat

O2 Sensor Replacement

Hi, have 1982 2.8L V6, purchased 1988, currently 134K miles. I don't believe O2 sensor has EVER been replaced. Getting code 45, car sat outside for 7 years in Florida. Courtesy of local rodent(s),...
Forum: Body
01-22-2018, 08:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 782
Posted By Oldpackrat

Plastic door plug/vents

'82 Camaro. There are 3 oblong holes in the bottom of each door, one at each end and one in the middle. There used to be black plastic push in plugs
or vents to let the excess water drain from...
Forum: Car Audio
12-27-2017, 09:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,089
Posted By Oldpackrat

Delco Stereo radio repair.

82 Camaro. Have an original Delco radio, the right side of the Stereo output does not work. Has anyone run into this? Who fixed
the problem? What did it cost to repair? Thanks in advance for any...
Forum: Electronics
12-12-2017, 08:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 851
Posted By Oldpackrat

LED Lights

Have 1982 Camaro. Has anyone replaced side marker lights, brake lights, backup, turn signal lights, license plate lights with LED bulbs? Any Problems?
Do they Work? Are they dependable? Screw up...
Forum: Body
11-28-2017, 08:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 489
Posted By Oldpackrat

Rain Water Leak in Channel below heater box

Hi all, I have a 1982 V6 Berlinetta, have been trying for a year or more to seal a water leak that appears to be under the heater box, original hole was dime sized, fixed that, but rain still gets...
Forum: Body
03-26-2017, 07:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,727
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: Door Rattle

I have been trying to stop all rattles in my doors (82 Camaro) and one item
you might check is the inside door handle, its pop riveted on, mine would
wiggle up and down against the inside of the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2017, 09:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 326
Posted By Oldpackrat

Check Engine Light

Hi all, have a 1982 2.8L V6. Does anyone have a way to determine what
to replace to correct this problem? I suspect its heat related since it occurs more often in hot weather. It's hit and miss....
Forum: Interior
03-18-2017, 07:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,493
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: How to add heated seats.

Thanks for the information! I was thinking at least a 20 AMP circuit so I can
get past that. The seat pack I got didn't include much information. Going
to hopefully, put them in the kick panels...
Forum: Interior
03-18-2017, 08:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,493
Posted By Oldpackrat

Re: How to add heated seats.

Three questions, I had seats reupholstered with heated seat option added,
I am thinking they may be a heavy draw on my alternator, what is your thoughts? How did you wire them up? Direct to the...
Forum: Interior
03-01-2017, 08:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 514
Posted By Oldpackrat

Seat Belt, Door, Lights Alarm

Hi, have a 1982 Berlinetta, the alarm is barely audible, unit is rectangular,
have two other units, they are square shaped, I pulled them from salvage
cars, not 1982s. Is the unit that plugs into...
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