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Forum: Members Firebirds
03-07-2014, 10:15 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 13,692
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: This Is My 1985 Trans Am WS6

Awesome car, FL TA! ...it's always good to see a fellow owner who wants to keep their car true to the originals.

Thanks all, for the history on the DX1 hood bird.
Forum: Members Firebirds
12-18-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 2,488
Views: 361,857
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Post your firebird pics

:yup:

Patriotic - that's a fine Firebird you have (BTW - awesome interior!). It's hard to tell what a collector car is worth without driving it - and internet pictures tend to make things hard to...
Forum: Members Firebirds
12-10-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,917
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Some recent pictures of my Formula!

Gorgeous Formula! I remember reading your restoration thread... quite a transformation you made on that car :)
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-28-2013, 02:29 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,394
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Should I buy from Hawks?

I've been buying parts from Hawks for many years. Like any vendor I'm sure they've made mistakes and ticked off some customers. Boards like this tend to amplify that since many/most satisfied...
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-16-2013, 10:54 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,631
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Final Paint Pics 1988 Trans Am

Egads DC.. very nice work for someone who just turned 18 :cool:
Forum: Members Firebirds
02-15-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,363
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Firebird 92 from Russia!!!

Wow, very nice! A hearty thumb's up from another Firebird fan here in Detroit Michigan USA :) :driving:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-11-2013, 09:16 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 62,680
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: 91-92 firebird picturees....post em

So, so many cool 91+ Birds! [Special shout out to DAVECS1 and iansane... wow!!]

I've been a member here at TGO for quite a few years. I had a 1990 IROC-Z, a white 83 Z28, and most recently a...
Forum: Members Camaros
07-06-2011, 07:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,447
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: My White 1985 IROC-Z

Gorgeous, Motown. Are you taking it to the Woodward Dream Cruise?
Forum: Members Camaros
07-06-2011, 07:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 674
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Finally some pics of my 85 Z28

Looks nice, Dusk! Is that original paint? What's it called?
Forum: History / Originality
04-27-2011, 12:06 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,255
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Does Original really matter? Help!

Looks great gicata! I read the whole story, quite an inspiration.
Forum: Members Camaros
10-28-2010, 10:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,634
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Fall 2010 Photo shoot with my yellow Iroc

Excellent pix! I love yellow 3gens. It took me a long while, to figure out which was my favorite shot. It came down to this one IMHO:

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Ahh... beautiful gal, with a magnificent car :)
...
Forum: History / Originality
10-20-2010, 05:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,253
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Light bulbs for CAMARO flashlight?

I got a pair at Radioshack for about $2. That flashlight is so cool!
Forum: History / Originality
10-18-2010, 10:49 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 10,974
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Project: '91 Rustbucket POS

305, I for one admire your fortitude. I don't think you are heading into this with rose-colored glasses, to the contrary, it appears you have most of the main cost areas figured out. Will you end...
Forum: History / Originality
10-18-2010, 10:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,903
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Bought a Jamaica Yellow 92 GTA

Andy - congrats on snaring the GTA of your dreams! I love that yellow, and the ground effects seem to just be made for that color. It really looks more like a concept car than a production...
Forum: History / Originality
10-18-2010, 10:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,282
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: 82-83 Seatbelt Restoration

Sry all, to again be spamming this thread. But I had my Z28 out last week for a little spin... I was amazed again, how well the above method had worked last month! Granted my car is a low-mile...
Forum: History / Originality
10-18-2010, 10:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,048
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Will I end up over my head again, money-wise?

My $00.02: Fix up that TA and enjoy it. It's clear you love the car. It's a striking, awesome, bold color and there's nothing else quite like it on the road today. Are you going to "get your...
Forum: History / Originality
09-05-2010, 09:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,282
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: 82-83 Seatbelt Restoration

Thanks for the write-up 82TA, that no doubt will help those trying to restore belts with the parts you mention.

I figured I'd chime in on this, with a solution that worked for me. The belts on my...
Forum: History / Originality
08-12-2010, 02:15 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,410
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Finally got pics of the RS all done, plus pics of the next project...

I can relate to how cool it is to pick up a classic car still sporting the original tires. My Z28 was like that too when I bought it. But the original tires were old and cracked, and VERY...
Forum: History / Originality
08-11-2010, 10:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,410
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Finally got pics of the RS all done, plus pics of the next project...

So, SO true! I'm a big fan of original-looking 3gens like Jason has, or "mild customs" like his RS. Nice fleet Jason! :cool:
Forum: History / Originality
07-17-2010, 12:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,980
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Tear down started, project officially underway! PICS!

Tons of potential MG! So what's the plan - keeping it the original blue, or some other color?
Forum: Interior
07-15-2010, 06:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: just got the rear seats back, fronts will be done monday

wanab03, Those are gorgeous! Where did you get the material (maybe the shop got it)? Can you post contact info about the shop pls, either posting here or in PM's. I've been thinking about...
Forum: History / Originality
07-10-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,035
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Our 89 IROC project

Ah... nothing like new paint! Keep those pix a'comin' :nod:
Forum: Interior
07-10-2010, 02:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 817
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Best place to get an headliner

I've bought two now from Hawks Third Gen and been very happy with the results both times.
Forum: Members Camaros
06-21-2010, 10:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,262
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Current pics of my car...

Gorgeous!
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-09-2010, 12:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,457
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: HAWKS headliner nightmare.

Sorry to read about your troubles. I have bought two new ABS headliners from Hawks. One for my 83 Z28 and one for my current 84 Z28. Both were a good color match and a very good fit. Hope you get...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-22-2010, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,223
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Been awhile new thirdgen

Lots of potential, 89! Just lay into it with sweat and elbow grease, the rewards will be sweet :driving:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-17-2010, 09:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,365
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Hit the under side with a scrub brush and some simple green.

Looking good. Simple Green is excellent stuff, especially when combined with a couple well-chosen brushes. I use it to clean the rear 'bowls' of my aluminum rims a couple times a year. To me an...
Forum: Body
05-11-2010, 11:37 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 14,375
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: 1983 Z28 Camaro (New Red Paint Job!!)

Amen to that! IMHO, the graphics for the early 3gens were perfect for the cars. When I see an 82+ Z28 without the stripes, they look a little 'naked' or incomplete.

I love the red!
Forum: History / Originality
05-11-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 16,776
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Contoured Floor Mats

Your info is consistent with mine. Here is what I know about floor mats for these cars:

1. There's the ultra-budget path (what I had in my car recently) - - non-contoured mats from WalMart. ~$20...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-10-2010, 09:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: hello new member here

Nice Firebird sith! Congrats and welcome aboard :)
Forum: History / Originality
05-10-2010, 09:05 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 16,776
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Contoured Floor Mats

Sorry if I missed/overlooked part of the thread. I just poked around at the Ecklers site, and noticed their prices were higher - likely because theirs are embroidered with 'Z28' etc. Mine are not. ...
Forum: Interior
05-08-2010, 10:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,202
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: 1983 1984 Z/28 custom seats

The custom upgrade was only offered in 83-86 (I think?) - maybe that's a reason for the seeming lack of a direct replacement? I did notice just about every other style of 3gen seat upholstery is...
Forum: Body
05-08-2010, 09:27 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 14,375
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: 1983 Z28 Camaro (New Red Paint Job!!)

Magnificent!

It's cool to see another owner keeping their resto true to the original styling themes.

Even though I also like the IROC-Z trim a lot (and used to own one), there's something...
Forum: History / Originality
05-08-2010, 09:21 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,006
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Restoring my Yellow 87 Iroc ( Back with new paint !)

I love this picture :)

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Congrats on the new paint Roc. That's just a gorgeous car! Something about yellow on an IROC-Z, it really sets them off well :goodjob:
Forum: History / Originality
05-08-2010, 09:16 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 16,776
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Contoured Floor Mats

I read thru this thread since I wanted some new mats. The Ecklers look to be very nice mats, and the embroidering is cool. I was on a budget though, and could do without that as long as mine were...
Forum: Body
05-05-2010, 06:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 737
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: is it worth it?

100% Agreed. Sorry all, I just don't like to see stuff like Derth's sigblock when I come to visit this site. I love the 3gen's. I do believe they are rare and getting more rare all the time. And...
Forum: History / Originality
05-04-2010, 06:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,038
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Should I Get This IROC?

Lucky dog! Congrats :chevy:
Forum: Members Camaros
05-03-2010, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,021
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: World's First LS9 Powered 2010 Camaro SS

Cool. I also saw teh obligatory dyno run vid there...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYqFvh4GKww&feature=channel

:eek: :thumbsup:
Forum: Members Camaros
05-02-2010, 10:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 715
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: transporting your camaro across the country

I did a hunt on the net, when I needed someone to ship my TA from New York state to Detroit a couple years ago after I bought it. That led me to these guys:

Nathan Hunt
Vehicle Relocation Rep....
Forum: History / Originality
05-02-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,038
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Should I Get This IROC?

Looks pretty good, although it's hard to tell from just a few pics. Have you looked underneath? See any thick rust on the floorpan or the unibody stiffeners like the 'wonderbar'? Also look close...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-27-2010, 10:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,495
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: White-lettered tires FTW!

Good points. That's the one thing about RWL (raised white letter) tires - there was a definite break away from them in the mid-1980's, making them look 'odd' on cars like the IROC-Z for example...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-26-2010, 01:31 PM
Replies: 523
Views: 150,665
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Calling all Whities!! Post your White Camaro/Firebids...

flippermtc, Maybe it's just me but you're photo's not showing :confused:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-26-2010, 10:27 AM
Replies: 523
Views: 150,665
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Calling all Whities!! Post your White Camaro/Firebids...

That's interesting, thanks for the info... and good luck with your resto. Make sure to post here once it's done :thumbsup:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-26-2010, 09:45 AM
Replies: 523
Views: 150,665
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Calling all Whities!! Post your White Camaro/Firebids...

Pretty cool, Jones. Looks like some extreme dedication underway!

What all came with the HO conversion kit?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-26-2010, 07:51 AM
Replies: 523
Views: 150,665
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Calling all Whities!! Post your White Camaro/Firebids...

I love white 3gens! Here's a whole 'nother collection from a little while back :)

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/auto-detailing-appearance/361513-lets-see-your-white.html

(pic of the white 83...
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-17-2010, 08:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,495
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: White-lettered tires FTW! (new pics added)

Awesome car! The tires and rims really set it off. It helps too that the paint's in fine shape :)
Forum: Members Firebirds
04-17-2010, 06:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,495
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: White-lettered tires FTW!

I love the white letter tires. To me, it's part of the fun of owning a 3gen. They look cool too, when you're cruising down a city street - kind of a 'flashing' effect as you go by. Looking forward...
Forum: History / Originality
04-08-2010, 08:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,472
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Needing some power window part numbers

Have you checked out rockauto.com? I've bought quite a lot from them. They list power window motors for 3gens for about $30.
Forum: History / Originality
11-19-2009, 12:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,937
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Anyone want a JY Formula 350 T-top car?

That's a gorgeous car. I love the 91-92 Formulas best out of all the 3gen Firebirds. And that yellow is rare and exotic. It will make someone very happy to drive and own.

I do agree, at least...
Forum: Body
11-01-2009, 12:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,885
Posted By Red90IROC

Re: Car cover=bad?

I've used breathable car covers for many years. They are great at their primary purpose, but that's where I think some folks get confused. Their main use is to take the beating of ultraviolet...
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