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Forum: Members Firebirds
10-22-2009, 04:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,171
Posted By tilstad

Re: Finally some rims!

Alright, here is the car with rims. Sorry it took over a year, but I met a girl, then we got married, and getting a kid in 5 weeks, and now I'm also moving from Norway to Texas in 1,5 weeks, so i got...
Forum: Electronics
10-20-2009, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 551
Posted By tilstad

Butchered wiring, which connectors goes to stereo?

I have had a breakin in my car, and alot of wiring were cut. Now the car atleast starts, windows work again, and doorlocks work.

But stereo isnt cvonnected yet. On the back of the stock stereo I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-10-2009, 08:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,630
Posted By tilstad

Re: "Flap-Flap" Noise...Transmission bad? What could be wrong?

Well, I live in Norway, everything is a ripoff here. It's just a choice between the severity of ripoffs really. Hence why we are moving to Texas. :)

Main reason being, we're getting a 4/5 bedroom...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-10-2009, 08:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,630
Posted By tilstad

Re: "Flap-Flap" Noise...Transmission bad? What could be wrong?

I towed the car to a transmissionshop last night. Hopefulle it wont be too expensive. THey charged $3500 for an overhauled transmission there, + installlation fee.:(

I asked if they please could...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-07-2009, 08:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,630
Posted By tilstad

Re: "Flap-Flap" Noise...Transmission bad? What could be wrong?

No, I havent. But I think the noise would follow the speed then, not the engine rpm like it does now...? I Will have it up on a hoist this weekend though.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-07-2009, 07:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,630
Posted By tilstad

"Flap-Flap" Noise...Transmission bad? What could be wrong?

There is a noise coming from the direction of the transmission. It seems to follow engine/tranny rpm, and usually comes on if I use the throttle a little bit. If I back off on the throttle, it...
Forum: Carburetors
10-07-2009, 06:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,283
Posted By tilstad

re: How does one check in-tank fuel pump without a press gauge?

Well, I simply took off both hoses where they connected to the metal fuel lines going rearwards, and ran the engine. Absolutely NOTHING came out of those two lines whatsoever. I did hear alot of...
Forum: Carburetors
10-07-2009, 04:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,283
Posted By tilstad

re: How does one check in-tank fuel pump without a press gauge?

OK, thanks, that was a good tip. I'm going to try that aswell.

However, I now have the fuel gauge, but I'm unsure which is the feed line. Thing is, I'm doing this alone, and when I cranked the...
Forum: Carburetors
09-26-2009, 03:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,283
Posted By tilstad

re: How does one check in-tank fuel pump without a press gauge?

Well, the GM factory repair manual disagrees with you, so does 57kid in some post I read once. It might be an -87 only though.
Forum: Carburetors
09-26-2009, 01:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,283
Posted By tilstad

How does one check in-tank fuel pump without a press gauge?

I have a victim of attempted car theft, and I have a multitude of problems after the workshop "repaired" the electrics so it atleast starts and can be driven.

However, the car struggles alot when...
Forum: Carburetors
09-26-2009, 01:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 725
Posted By tilstad

Is fuel gauge supposed to state tank level after ignition is turned off?

I have a victim of attempted car theft, and I have a multitude of problems after te workshop "repaired" the electrics so it atleast start and can be driven.

One is, my gas gauge is constantly...
Forum: Electronics
08-30-2009, 08:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 17,981
Posted By tilstad

Re: DEI 530T Wiring Guide

I've had mine installed for about a year now, works perfectly!! In addition, it has a couple of optional wires one can connect. They can be hooked up different way's I guess, but here's how I...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-23-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,219
Posted By tilstad

Re: What springcomressors do you use? Pics? I'm unable to use mine up front

Yeah, I struggled with the first spring for 2-3 days. :mad: Even bought another springcompressor I had to cut a little, but it still wouldnt out! I got so mad. I couldnt locate my unbrako to take...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-21-2008, 07:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,219
Posted By tilstad

Re: What springcomressors do you use? Pics? I'm unable to use mine up front

I called my local GM daler here in Norway, and apparantly what they used to do was just lower the whole control arm to get the spring out. Which is what they reccomended me to do aswell.

I wasnt...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-19-2008, 04:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,219
Posted By tilstad

What springcomressors do you use? Pics? I'm unable to use mine up front

I have the typical 2 arm springcompressor tool, which I've used for ages. But it seems it wont work on our cars, so what do you guys use?

Or do you take off the whole A-arm?

It seems it's...
Forum: Car Audio
07-18-2008, 06:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,625
Posted By tilstad

Re: No head unit, all ipod controlled?

I use a TOMTOM navigation system to play music, as it has 8 GB's of memory, and you get touchscreen, and music listed by name, genre or whatever. I nitially I only bought it for the navigation...
Forum: Car Audio
07-18-2008, 06:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 544
Posted By tilstad

Anyone Run the optional Sub boxes with new hardware?

I'm considering to get and retrofit one of those orininal optional subwoofer systems, but use new speakers and amps. Just reuse the boxes I guess. That and the gain button of course :D

So have...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-16-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,488
Posted By tilstad

Re: 1985 camaro berlinetta digital parting out

Yes, I know about that. It's just not the same coolnessfactor as this one :)

It's the pods! Those make it so cool. Are the buttons backlighted on the pods btw?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-16-2008, 06:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,488
Posted By tilstad

Re: 1985 camaro berlinetta digital parting out

LOL Digital dash.. thats so hot! I almost wish I had a camaro, so I could have that :D THat sure has alot of knight rider'ish feeling to it

I think if I saw that when it was new, early eighties,...
Forum: Engine Swap
07-14-2008, 07:09 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,785
Posted By tilstad

Re: Baddest SBC crate motor?

This seems like a bargain, never seen this engine before;
...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-13-2008, 08:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,115
Posted By tilstad

Re: If one delete rear bumpstops for clearance, how do one get bumpstops?

yeah, I had to jack up the axle. was no way I could get the wheels on if I jacked the car. So I'm thinking whenever I'll go over a speedbump, and the springs rebound, it may hit them. There's alot of...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-12-2008, 10:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,115
Posted By tilstad

Re: If one delete rear bumpstops for clearance, how do one get bumpstops?

Think it's just the shocks thats toast. They've been weak for a long time.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-12-2008, 09:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,115
Posted By tilstad

Re: If one delete rear bumpstops for clearance, how do one get bumpstops?

It just need to work. Needs to be the end stop, not the internals of the shocks, cause then I guess you'll destroy them...?

I'm bottoming out as it is on speedbumps, no matter how slow I go, so...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-12-2008, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,115
Posted By tilstad

Re: If one delete rear bumpstops for clearance, how do one get bumpstops?

Yeah, it's the annual bumpstop checkup, fail it, and loose your licence plates. You should be worried though, it's coming your way soon, I've heard. It's the bumpstop Nazi's! A new division of...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-12-2008, 07:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,115
Posted By tilstad

Re: If one delete rear bumpstops for clearance, how do one get bumpstops?

I don't have a welder, and I'm not that good at fabbing steel parts either. Heck I have my new wheels and a garage worth of tools inside my zero bedroom apartment already, don't think there's room...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-12-2008, 04:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,115
Posted By tilstad

If one delete rear bumpstops for clearance, how do one get bumpstops?

I bought some wheels which interferes with the bumpstops, and I think they need to be cut away. And I've searched on this site for posts about alternative bumpstops, but not found any.

Where I...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-12-2008, 05:54 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,656
Posted By tilstad

Re: Top-Down Solutions AKA TDS

He did have some issues with bouncing emails a lil while ago, I'm not sure thats properly taken care of or not. I told him about it, but it may still be an issue on the mail server side. If you get...
Forum: Electronics
07-10-2008, 05:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,480
Posted By tilstad

Re: Electronics to help close your F-body's doors? Read on...

I will, hoping I'm getting it in the mail tomorrow or saurday, so I can do it this weekend. But I have vacation next week, so will spend a week on the car anyways. New 19x11.5 inch rims, bilsteins,...
Forum: Electronics
07-10-2008, 12:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,480
Posted By tilstad

Re: Electronics to help close your F-body's doors? Read on...

You could probably get them in the US, I just got them from England cause that was cheaper (half price) compared to locally in Norway. I saw "Autronix" made a timer, it's american, but the...
Forum: Electronics
07-09-2008, 10:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,480
Posted By tilstad

Re: Electronics to help close your F-body's doors? Read on...

The DEI module worked like a charm right away! No issues, in fact I was supriced how fast and easy it installed. You may even install it without cutting your original harness, aslong as you extend...
Forum: Electronics
07-09-2008, 10:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,480
Posted By tilstad

Re: Electronics to help close your F-body's doors? Read on...

The car only has 60k miles on it, the hinges are greased, and there's zero slack in them. As for alignment, I havent really checked, but the doors close just fine with the windows down. It's a huge...
Forum: Electronics
07-08-2008, 05:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 871
Posted By tilstad

Re: Resurrected TAILLIGHTS!!! Everyone read!

Well, the lesson in this matter should be that alll GROUNDS, go directly to chassis, bare steel, not some wire.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-08-2008, 05:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,734
Posted By tilstad

Re: MODERN DAY MUSCLE

ok, Got it.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-08-2008, 05:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,991
Posted By tilstad

Re: Modern Day Muscle Phone Number?

Ok, I finally got the parts. Guess I got impatient. However, since he didnt read my email, he didnt send me the power doorlock linkage like I requested, but the power modules themselves. :doh: I...
Forum: Electronics
07-08-2008, 04:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,480
Posted By tilstad

Electronics to help close your F-body's doors? Read on...

Well, I've found that especially my passenger door is hard to close. No passenger manages on first try, and usually I dont either. It takes too much force, you basicly have to have your hand on the...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-05-2008, 09:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,175
Posted By tilstad

Re: mint black interior

Does the console have the flashlight, and everything working on it? No broken anything, hows the leather pouch?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-29-2008, 06:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,753
Posted By tilstad

Re: steering improvement?

When you say "skiddish", do you mean the wheels is kinda skidding on the asphalt when your maneuvering with steeringwheel at full lock? If so, mine too does that. I'm guessing thats a natural part of...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-29-2008, 05:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,521
Posted By tilstad

Re: Chrome IROCS with Black Accents pics inside

I like chrome. However on those wheels in particular, it looks like theres something missing. Without it looks a little pale....


Sorta like a hot blonde with a pale face with no makeup. :D lol...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-29-2008, 05:17 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,991
Posted By tilstad

Re: Modern Day Muscle Phone Number?

Well, the fact that he sent packages before, is kinda irrelevant now though. I also ordered parts 3-4 months ago that came within reasonable time. It's the situation NOW thats different.

I've...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-28-2008, 06:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,991
Posted By tilstad

Re: Modern Day Muscle Phone Number?

Well, I guess thats true. However, he don't list all items on ebay, and I have not seen him list the radio console I needed there.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-28-2008, 05:52 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,656
Posted By tilstad

Re: Top-Down Solutions AKA TDS

I agree with all of the above, Lon is a first rate type of guy. Even called me long distance to Norway just to tell me the shipping deal went ok, and the parts where coming.

I''ve been a repeat...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-28-2008, 05:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,991
Posted By tilstad

Re: Modern Day Muscle Phone Number?

Seems He's MIA. I've waited over 2 months, no reply's to any emails, and no merchandise.

I think we should probably put out a general warning to all board members, as the website still take your...
Forum: Body
06-20-2008, 08:28 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 105,994
Posted By tilstad

Re: Window/Door Rattles--Observation and Pics

I've been working to sound deaden my doors for the last few weeks, but the main problem have been to manage to locate the sounds. Now, I've found door handle hinge slop, door handle bracket slop, rod...
Forum: Body
06-20-2008, 11:17 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 11,260
Posted By tilstad

Re: Poor mans paint job

I think you need some paint softener to be able to paint flexible plastic/rubber bumpers. So that would add to the cost slightly.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-16-2008, 06:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,734
Posted By tilstad

Re: MODERN DAY MUSCLE

I've recently placed an order, about 2-3 weeks ago, but no responce, 3 emails. It's strange, cause I've ordered 4 times in the past, and then no probolems. Seems he's on a loooong vacation now...
Forum: Electronics
06-16-2008, 12:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By tilstad

Re: Unconnected underhood connectors? What are they for?

Can't really say what their for, but I can confirm that I also have alot of unused plugs on my harness. Especially 2 large connectors in the proximity to the carb, and one at the distributor. Other...
Forum: Interior
06-05-2008, 12:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,734
Posted By tilstad

Re: Hurst Dual-Gate

Guess not. Atleast he won't tell on this forum, especially since the guy is banned.
Forum: Interior
06-05-2008, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 681
Posted By tilstad

Re: Need help with the carpet seems like it is to big for my car!

Name atleast one good place out of the several you know, I'm looking to get a new carpet too, and want quality. I'm no upholsterer, so if it dont fit good to begin with, it will surely come out...
Forum: Interior
06-04-2008, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 877
Posted By tilstad

Re: Ideas for shift knob button?

Perrypam, or "moderndaymuscle" as they call themselves nowadays, have new shifters. I just got one myself, cant beat brand new leather. They cost $124 though, but you can get a rubber one for like...
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