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Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-16-2022, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 322
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Engine knocking/rattling

Everything looks okay on the outside.

I changed the oil and the noise has toned down dramatically. Oil pressure is better. Would that be a good sign that it is a bottom end issue?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-15-2022, 10:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 322
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Engine knocking/rattling

Hey everyone! I’ve recently developed a rattle/knocking at what seems the bottom of the engine. It started while I was driving the backroads and I immediately pulled over and got it towed home. The...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-11-2022, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 309
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Hot start issue

I drove 20 minutes to autozone and got it load tested there. Not sure how accurate their tests are, but its passed
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-11-2022, 05:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 309
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Hot start issue

I just cleaned the connections off. All 4 wires at the starter. Starts faster when cold now. But didnt solve the issue when hot.

Any other ideas? I saw DEI makes a starter blanket/shield… maybe...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-11-2022, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 309
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Hot start issue

So should I wire brush the ring terminals to get some corrosion off?

I was thinking about upgrading the Big 3 since I have subs and 2 amps in the back. Maybe throw in a larger starter wire too???
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-11-2022, 09:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 309
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Hot start issue

I replaced the starter because the last one started cranking slow and took a while to start. I put an LT1 starter on and its now doing the same thing.

It seems to crank slow in general, but after...
Forum: TBI
04-08-2022, 03:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Starting Issue

There is pressure before cranking. Ill have to buy one of the ALDL cables and look at the data.
Forum: TBI
04-05-2022, 04:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Starting Issue

Pump does prime. I tested fuel pressure before the replacement and it was around 7. After replacement, its up to 13. Replaced with an ACDelco pump
Forum: TBI
04-03-2022, 09:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Starting Issue

I'm going to revive this thread again.

So the car is still doing the same thing. Has a hard time starting when cold and I've noticed crank times are much longer on initial startup for the day....
Forum: Exhaust
02-02-2022, 08:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 512
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: SLP Loudmouth fitment?

I've seen 4th gen hangers may work? Is this true? I haven't gotten the chance to get under the car with the catback and see what can work because it's been very cold. Just wanted to see what hangers...
Forum: Exhaust
01-31-2022, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 512
Posted By Kyler_89RS

SLP Loudmouth fitment?

So I installed my headers and y-pipe this weekend with a cat delete pipe and took the car over to Meineke for an install quote on the catback. They wanted $750 for install. A lot more than I...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-25-2021, 09:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,759
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Front tires skipping on sharp turns

Reporting back.

No more issues. Thank yall for the help
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-13-2021, 04:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,759
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Front tires skipping on sharp turns

I snapped a couple of pictures. Is the center link backwards or do the inner tierods just need switched to the other side?

Sorry for the low light. It's pretty dark underneath a car....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-13-2021, 01:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,759
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Front tires skipping on sharp turns

Mine is the wrong way. Just got under there today and replaced transmission mount.

When I switch it the other way, should I go get it aligned again?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-11-2021, 01:01 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,575
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: What made you buy your 3rd gen?

Figured I'd chime in.

For some context, my parents are divorced and I am 19 years old. That's TMI to be telling strangers IMO, but it will make sense.

So I was a 14 year old fetus living in St....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-07-2021, 03:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,759
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Front tires skipping on sharp turns

Could someone switch this over to suspension and chassis? IDK why it got put in exhaust
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-07-2021, 03:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,759
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Front tires skipping on sharp turns

I rebuilt the steering on my '89 camaro and got new tires. 215/65/15's all 4 corners. Got the alignment done. I noticed when I pulled out of firestone's tiny parking lot that once I get to about 75%...
Forum: Exhaust
10-06-2021, 03:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Headers question

Cool. Would I need to get 90 degree plug wires
Forum: Exhaust
10-05-2021, 10:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Headers question

Hey yall. Put short, i have new headers, y-pipe, and magnaflow catback going on soon. My question is what do i do with the little hose coming off of the intake into the stock manifolds?
Forum: TBI
09-05-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Starting Issue

What tools do I need to do it? I’ve seen the cables to plug the obd1 plug into a laptop. Should i get one of those cables?
Forum: TBI
09-05-2020, 05:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Starting Issue

I don’t have the tools to look at the data lol. I should probably do that.

I’ve replaced the CTS, too.
Forum: TBI
09-05-2020, 02:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Starting Issue

I connected it. Turned key on. Disconnect. Turned key off. Connect. Didn’t do anything. Acted just like it did before.

Is there something I’m missing?
Forum: TBI
09-05-2020, 01:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Starting Issue

Fuel pressure is 9-10. Fuel filter was changed with a K&N a year ago.
Forum: TBI
09-05-2020, 12:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Starting Issue

I can’t really start the car without giving it some gas. When it’s warm, I can start it without the gas most of the time.

Replaced
- IAC Valve
- PCV Valve
- CTS
- Starter + Battery

I posted...
Forum: Car Audio
09-05-2020, 02:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 734
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Help me plan a period correct stereo

First things first (not that you said it), don’t mount the amps under the seats, unless you can rig up some cooling system for the amps.

The openings in the rear can fit 6.5’s I think. They were...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-04-2020, 10:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Which shocks should I buy?

If I were to get Koni’s, will the front or back shocks make more of a difference?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-04-2020, 10:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Which shocks should I buy?

That’s a downer. I emailed them earlier today to see if they could make another set and how much it would be. Haven’t heard back yet.

I looked at another thread from a couple years ago and one guy...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-04-2020, 10:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Which shocks should I buy?

I plan on getting new stock springs from Moog. Sway bars, LCA’s, panhard bar, etc. its all stock.

My plans are to get new shocks, springs, all new bushings, and tires are on the way right now....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-04-2020, 11:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Which shocks should I buy?

I'm gonna revive this thread real quick...

Looking at the Bilstein's right now. There is only one Bilstein shock available everywhere and it is the B6 Rear Shock.

Where are the front shocks?...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-02-2020, 06:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Which shocks should I buy?

Good enough for me! Thanks for the help
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-02-2020, 04:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Which shocks should I buy?

Would Excels in the front and Gas Adjust in the back be a decent setup you think?

I’m just doing stock rate also
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-02-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Which shocks should I buy?

Do the konis ride softer? What makes them worth the price?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-02-2020, 12:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,053
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Which shocks should I buy?

The suspension right now is insanely stiff, but IK that's how it's supposed to ride. I figured new shocks and springs would soften it up just a touch.

I've been looking at KYB's. Koni's and...
Forum: TBI
02-02-2020, 12:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Wire sliced?

Sounds good! Thanks for the info.
Forum: TBI
02-01-2020, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Wire sliced?

Makes sense. But what does the “vac motor” and “temp sensor” need this line for? If it isnt a potential fix to my starting problem, then I’m not gonna bother, so that’s why I’m so curious lol
Forum: TBI
02-01-2020, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Wire sliced?

Should I replace this line or should I be okay without it?
Forum: TBI
02-01-2020, 06:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Wire sliced?

Yeah I meant the other half. The “source” half. I plugged it but it didnt do anything. No suction.
Forum: TBI
02-01-2020, 02:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Wire sliced?

I tried to plug it the other half with my finger but it didnt seem to affect anything at all. Didn’t even feel any suction.
Forum: TBI
02-01-2020, 01:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Wire sliced?

I found this wire cut. Is this the wire to the MAF sensor?
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Forum: Cooling
12-29-2019, 09:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Coolant isn’t filling up properly

50/50 mix
Forum: Cooling
12-29-2019, 09:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Coolant isn’t filling up properly

Thank you. They should be alright. I haven’t had too many bolts that were impossible.
Forum: Cooling
12-29-2019, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Coolant isn’t filling up properly

I didn’t know about that lol. Where are they?
Forum: TBI
12-29-2019, 01:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,484
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Car won’t start unless I press the gas

That’s what I thought. I can upload a video tmo and hopefully someone who has ran into something like this can help me.
Forum: Cooling
12-29-2019, 01:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Coolant isn’t filling up properly

I bought a new overflow tank and thermostat housing. I flushed my entire system and after I put everything back and started adding coolant, it only took like 1 1/2 gallons of coolant. It’s filled up...
Forum: TBI
12-27-2019, 03:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,484
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Car won’t start unless I press the gas

How do I upload a video on here? I pressed the paper clip attachment button but it wont work :/
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-27-2019, 01:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,108
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Best LED/ Halo Headlights

Oh I agree. I’m just saying these are better than what I had. It came to me with Sylvanias, then I put Silverstars on, now these are on here. I love them. Easiest installation I’ve had too :)
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-27-2019, 12:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,108
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Best LED/ Halo Headlights

I had silverstars and IMO, these are much better lol. The silverstars are wayyyy better than the Sylvanias that were on there, but these LED’s are bright as hell.
Forum: TBI
12-26-2019, 11:59 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,484
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Car won’t start unless I press the gas

Today was the first day I’ve driven the car in a month or so. It started right up with no gas or anything.

Weird thing is that it went back to what it was doing, so still tryna find the problem. I...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-26-2019, 11:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,108
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Best LED/ Halo Headlights

I had a look at that site a while ago. It’s some pretty wild stuff he’s got, but I just wanted to keep it simple looking. These work for me perfect, but I recommend checking these things out. Just my...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
12-26-2019, 11:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,108
Posted By Kyler_89RS

Re: Best LED/ Halo Headlights

Why’s that?
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