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Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-19-2017, 08:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,991
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Parting out 89 firebird formula

If it's still for sale, How much for: Center console with auto shift plate with power windows and power mirrors. And shipping to 98465? Pics please to turbo_jimi@yahoo.com.

Thanks,

James
Forum: Engine Swap
07-20-2014, 01:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,259
Posted By turbo_jimi

Post 305 to 350 swap questions

Hi,

Re: 85Z28 with non-wc t5 and 3.23 gears, 16 inch wheels 50 series tires

I did a 305 non-ccc (Edelbrock 600)/dizzy 350 non-ccc (Q-jet 750? w/ heat activated choke)/dizzy swap along with...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2011, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,867
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Car not getting fuel (L98) - Need help! Yes, I've done some testing...

I've seen this a couple of times...check your spark plugs for fuel saturation. Either way you may want to change them.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2011, 10:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,174
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Whats better TPI or Carburetor motor?

I prefered the carb once I went to mechanical advance and deleted the computer. I like the "old-school" feel. :D
Forum: Cooling
05-30-2010, 12:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 423
Posted By turbo_jimi

Electric Fan Hanging Up

trying to figure out why the single electric fan keeps hanging up on the shroud on a 86 TA. is it a different set-up than the Camaro?

Thanks!
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-01-2010, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 434
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Non-A/C Heater Box

This item has sold.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-30-2010, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 425
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Non-A/C Heater Box (another one)

pm your e-mail address and i will send...pic file is over 1 meg
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-30-2010, 02:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 425
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Non-A/C Heater Box (another one)

yes it is and it's steel
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-29-2010, 09:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 297
Posted By turbo_jimi

Overhead Console from 84 Berlinetta

**SOLD**This is for the hard top. Nice except missing the light cover and cool Camaro flashlight which can be found if one looks hard enough. $50.00 or Best Offer. E-mail me at turbo_jimi at...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-29-2010, 09:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 357
Posted By turbo_jimi

Horn Button (Round) from '85 Camaro

$20.00 plus shipping. E-mail turbo_jimi at yahoo.com for picture or question.

Thank you
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-29-2010, 08:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 425
Posted By turbo_jimi

Non-A/C Heater Box (another one)

from and 83 or 84 Camaro. No wiring and needs to be repainted. $50.00 plus shipping. E-mail me at turbo_jimi at yahoo.com for pics or questions. Thank you.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-29-2010, 08:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 434
Posted By turbo_jimi

Non-A/C Heater Box

**Sold**From 1991 RS. Nice. All wiring included. $60.00 plus shipping.
e-mail turbo_jimi at yahoo.com for pics or questions.**Sold**

Thanks!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-20-2009, 10:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 985
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Serious lack of power in fact

One thing we did not do was check for compression.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-19-2009, 11:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 985
Posted By turbo_jimi

Stalling under Load

Already checked all the threads on TGO regarding this topic using the search tool and did the following but still the 89 RS 2.8 liter is wanting to stall under load:

Checked for Intake Blockage,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-17-2009, 10:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 862
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Rusty Cams

They're probably not worth the time then...time for the trash.

Thanks for the responses.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-15-2009, 09:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 862
Posted By turbo_jimi

Rusty Cams

Hi,

Is there any way to clean up a camshaft that's been exposed to the elements and has surface rust without damaging it?

Thanks,

TJ
Forum: V6
04-22-2007, 04:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,332
Posted By turbo_jimi

Re: Dual Snorkel Air Intake

Oops, logged in under wrong account...
Forum: Carburetors
08-10-2006, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By turbo_jimi

It's for the 85...so basically, you're saying...

It's for the 85...so basically, you're saying stick with the Q-Jet?(it's actually working just fine...just don't care for all the caps over the vacuum lines). And thanks for the advice on the fuel...
Forum: Carburetors
08-09-2006, 11:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By turbo_jimi

New carb and intake advice

Looking to install an Edelbrock Intake Manifold :Performer/non-egr (part 2101) and an Edelbrock Performer 600 Carb (part 1406). Wondering what kind of Fuel Pump and Filter should I go with on this...
Forum: Cooling
07-07-2006, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,478
Posted By turbo_jimi

Clutch Fan to Electric Fan Conversion

Where is the best place to splice the positive wire for the electric fan, so it is on only when the car is on? What gauge of wire should I use and do I need to change the fuse for that item?
...
Forum: Carburetors
06-14-2006, 11:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 706
Posted By turbo_jimi

I don't have a diagram, but I did remove the smog...

I don't have a diagram, but I did remove the smog pump, all of the hoses, the gas canister, and the tubes that go into the exhaust manifold. Be sure to cap off any vacuum points on the carb and use...
Forum: Electronics
06-14-2006, 11:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,285
Posted By turbo_jimi

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Electronics
06-14-2006, 03:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,285
Posted By turbo_jimi

Electronic Spark Timing Bypass Connector

1985 Z-28 Carbed LG4 5 speed

By Haynes account, there should be a tan wire with a black stripe with a single wire connector that can be disconnected so the timing can be adjusted. I (and RS...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
11-28-2005, 10:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 452
Posted By turbo_jimi

Thanks, but i'm looking at spending under 75...

Thanks, but i'm looking at spending under 75 (inc. shipping) Camaro funds are kinda tight this time of year. :)
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
11-27-2005, 09:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 452
Posted By turbo_jimi

Do you take Paypal? and do you have the control...

Do you take Paypal? and do you have the control unit for it? Thanks.
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
11-25-2005, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 452
Posted By turbo_jimi

Non-A/C Heater Box

That's what I'm looking for....appreciate the help.

TJ
Forum: V6
05-01-2005, 12:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 774
Posted By turbo_jimi

Thanks

Thanks
Forum: V6
04-30-2005, 10:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 774
Posted By turbo_jimi

Rpo Gu6

Hi, the RPO decoder is down and I was wondering if anybody knew what gears the RPO GU6 represented. They are in a 89RS with a 2.8 liter. Thanks!

TJ
Forum: History / Originality
10-10-2004, 01:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 775
Posted By turbo_jimi

Date Stamp on the Radiator

I'm trying to figure out aproximately when my car was built. The sticker in the door are no longer legible, but I found May 17,1985 stamped on the radiator. Can i assume that is when the car was...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-08-2004, 10:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 536
Posted By turbo_jimi

Thanks for the info.

Thanks for the info.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-07-2004, 09:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 536
Posted By turbo_jimi

155 Hp???

My 85 is rated at 155hp and my 98 is rated at 200+. Why don't I have any problems spinning the tires on the 85 and it's almost impossible for the 98. This, of course, is in dry weather conditions. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2004, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 643
Posted By turbo_jimi

Alt and battery are good. What do I test next?

Alt and battery are good. What do I test next?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2004, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 643
Posted By turbo_jimi

Bad Altenator???

Started up the 85Z today and it seemed OK, but when I turned the radio on, it decided not to work. I turned the car off and tried to turn it back on, and nothing, nada, zilch! Leads me to believe the...
Forum: TPI
09-19-2004, 01:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 804
Posted By turbo_jimi

TPI or Crossfire Injection

Bought an 85Z w/ an LG4...says on the bumper that it has "Crossfire Injection" but under the hood, doesn't look like what I've seen before and I also read that CFI was discontinued in '84 model...
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
03-02-2004, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By turbo_jimi

RS Freak

John,

Keep me posted on when you guys are playing. I can't make out to practice on Tuesday, but I might try Thurs. Did you get the '80Z? I want to check that out asap! E-mail me the address of...
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
02-23-2004, 02:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By turbo_jimi

Gravl Tung

Well, I talked to his bandmate, Chris(he owns a 95), and he said they were playing at the Cloud 9 sometime in March. I'm going to try to make it. Come check them out.

TJ
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
02-23-2004, 01:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By turbo_jimi

Have you ever seen his band Gravl Tung? Really...

Have you ever seen his band Gravl Tung? Really cool. Hell, I've known John back in the Faustus days, Vendetta days, and the college days. (and with 6 camaros too!) LOL
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
02-23-2004, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By turbo_jimi

John

I checked out the Cascade Crew website and found RSFreak and have known John for 13 years! He's the one that got me interested in Camaros in the first place.
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
02-23-2004, 10:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By turbo_jimi

Craiger

Thanks for the quick reply! Good to hear that you that you're fixing up your car. I've been putting mods on my 98 for a year now. The TA has pretty much been left alone except for the K&N I put in...
Forum: Pacific Northwest Region
02-22-2004, 12:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By turbo_jimi

Camaro Cruzers

Hi, I just wanted to tell everyone about a Yahoo Group, Camaro Cruzers. What started out as a web site/yahoo message board, has now become an active participation group at least in the Northwest. ...
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