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Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2011, 06:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 84,835
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: I can hear fuel pump run but no pressure

OK thanks for all your info. will check things out and let you know what I find. thanks again....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2011, 05:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 84,835
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: I can hear fuel pump run but no pressure

well, I had a friend replace the fuel filter so it's New, maybe he installed it backwards? is that possible? I did read some thing about the fuel pressure regulator might be worn and it could send...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-01-2011, 05:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 84,835
Posted By fbodygirl

I can hear fuel pump run but no pressure

Hello all, I need more info before I change the fuel pump. My car won't start, I have a FP tester gauge and when I test the pressure the needle on my gauge barely moves, like 2 psi, I know it should...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-27-2011, 07:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: Ignition module no start?

Well, it's been awhile since I could work on my car, because of the cold weather, but I'm back at it...UPDATE went and bought a Fuel Pressure Gauge Tester, and sure enough the needle on the gauge...
Forum: V6
03-27-2011, 07:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,250
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: testing injector wiring with Noid Light?

Thanks so much Mav for that info, but I did go out and buy a fuel pressure gauge yesterday. I connected it and the needle on the gauge barely moves. I really thought the pump was fine, because I can...
Forum: V6
03-26-2011, 07:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,250
Posted By fbodygirl

testing injector wiring with Noid Light?

Hello all, I have a question...I need to test the injector wiring plugs for pulse on my Firebird V6 2.8 engine. Car won't start. I have a noid light to do this, my question is how do I take the wires...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-10-2010, 05:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: Ignition module no start?

Hello, well I still can't find any power from the module or inj harness. I did take off the distributor cap and found that the pick up coil inside the dizzy is all rusty and looks like crap, and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2010, 07:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: Ignition module no start?

Hello again, well had the module tested a few times and it checks out ok, put it back in the car and still won't start. Pulled the codes and it only reads code 12 nothing more. How do I check the ECM...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2010, 06:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: Ignition module no start?

Oh yes Double checked all fuses in engine comp and under dash, all check good...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2010, 06:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: Ignition module no start?

Ha! that was funny doc! You made me laugh.... well, the update, Have tested lighted everything I can test. No light! I don't think I'm getting power to the injectors. I did probe the module and get...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-22-2010, 03:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: Ignition module no start?

Hello again, thanks for the help, 91phoenix, thanks for replying, I do believe that my car has a fuel problem. Called the local shop and it's 275.00 for the FPR and/or 600.00 for the Fuel Pump...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-21-2010, 11:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: Ignition module no start?

Great Thanks for that info... and yes I can hear the pump prime and the relay clicks and I have changed the fuel filter so it's not restricting the flow of gas. I have also tested all 6 of the fuel...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-21-2010, 05:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,305
Posted By fbodygirl

Ignition module no start?

Hello, well just want to make sure my ignition module and ignition system is working right. If the car won't start on it's own, only with starting fluid and runs fine untill it runs out of fluid,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-11-2010, 06:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 490
Posted By fbodygirl

fuel pressure gauge tester

Hello, well I want to make my own fuel pressure tester. I have the gauge but need to know what type of fittings to attach to the hose or I would prefer a quick disconnect type to check my fuel...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-02-2010, 02:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 604
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: fuel injectors what to buy?? so many to choose from...

Hello, thanks I'll try looking south bay up.

I'm replacing the injectors because I'm pretty sure more then one or two are leaking, the car has over 168,000 miles on it, and they have never been...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-01-2010, 04:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 604
Posted By fbodygirl

fuel injectors what to buy?? so many to choose from...

Hello all, I am looking to replace my injectors. But what to get, do I buy remanufactured? or new? or have them cleaned? I don't have a lot of money to spend so it is an issue, something mid priced...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-25-2008, 02:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,600
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: no start runs on starting fluid

Well, the engine just runs when the starting fluid is being sprayed, it won't run with out it at all. I had someone check the sharder valve it sprayed and he said there is fuel up to that point but...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-24-2008, 09:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,600
Posted By fbodygirl

no start runs on starting fluid

Hello, can't figure this out. Car runs great on starting fluid, but will not start without it. It really, really wants to start but there is a no gas condition? Assuming because it runs with fluid...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-23-2007, 11:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,527
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: No start has Spark not sure of fuel

Well, lastest update...car runs with starter fluid, fires right up and runs as long as there is fluid, (after tune up and new fuel filter) and yes fuel pump seems to test good. So no Power or Fuel to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-17-2007, 04:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,527
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: No start has Spark not sure of fuel

What about pickup coil? That's the only other thing I can think of why it won't start. Haven't checked it, not sure how, please help, need some ideas. thanks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2007, 08:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,527
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: No start has Spark not sure of fuel

Hello thanks, yes I put gas in the tank and had a friend test the valve, it spurrted gas, but not soaking I don't think, fuel pump is not original replaced it, well it's been about 13 years. I'm...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2007, 07:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,527
Posted By fbodygirl

no start has spark not sure of fuel

Hello, well car (Firebird '87 2.8 V6) died on me the other night, it just shut off basically like a blown fuse, had to cost to the side of the road.

It has new cap rotor module plugs wires
I did...
Forum: Cooling
08-09-2007, 12:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,220
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: how to replace thermostat on V6

Well, I replaced my thermo, it works excellent! It was an original stat from 1987. I put in the 180 degree and no overheating. Awesooome I'm so happy! Thanks for the help. fbgirl
Forum: Cooling
07-23-2007, 04:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 663
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: why is my car runnning hot

Well it shuts down like vapor lock. After letting it cool off for a few hours it starts right up, runs fine again, untill it gets hot again. The fluid and thermo hasn't been changed out since I don't...
Forum: Cooling
07-21-2007, 04:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 663
Posted By fbodygirl

why is my car runnning hot

Hello, I have a Firebird 2.8 V6. Car overheats at 80 degress and above. Like vapor lock. Anyway, everything looks clean, no lose of antifrez, no leaking water pump, no fouled oil. PVC rattles, I have...
Forum: Cooling
07-21-2007, 03:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,220
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: how to replace thermostat on V6

Thanks for the help! I'm going to give it a try, and let you know how it goes.
regards, fb
Forum: Cooling
07-16-2007, 03:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,220
Posted By fbodygirl

how to replace thermostat on V6

I need to replace my thermo on my 2.8 V6. Are there any tricks or problems in doing so, or is it pretty staight forward? It looks very tight like the throttle body is in the way. Any help would be...
Forum: Electronics
07-16-2007, 01:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 568
Posted By fbodygirl

Easy Headlight Door Fix Check Your Module

Hello, well just wanted to post what I did to my headlight module. My headlight doors would not open or close right, sometimes one would work then not the other or they both wouldn't work, or they...
Forum: Electronics
04-30-2007, 08:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,332
Posted By fbodygirl

Re: anyone fix there headlight control module??

Hello, well just wanted to post what I did to my module. My headlight doors would not work or work sometimes. I took the module off the firewall, pulled it apart and took out the board inside....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-22-2005, 05:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 431
Posted By fbodygirl

choking problem

Hello everyone, I hope someone can help. I'll try and make it short and simple: V6 2.8 FI 87 Firebird. Car has been acting strange, first start of the day cold and hot weather, car starts then dies,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2004, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
Posted By fbodygirl

waher wiper

Well, I hooked up the washer motor to positive neg terminal on my battery and it makes noise and works. No blown fuses. No plugged lines. Just doesn't want to pump water. How do you manually prime...
Forum: V6
04-06-2004, 01:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,048
Posted By fbodygirl

No spray

Wow, thats interesting, I've been working on mine for awhile and it still doesn't work. I think I'll retro fit it. My washer pump works, but doesn't spray! Pisses me off....

fbody
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2004, 01:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,021
Posted By fbodygirl

windshield wiper washer

Hello all, I have an '87 Firebird. The windshield Washers don't work. It's a pulse wiper unit, I can't seem to get it to work. Tested Washer motor and wiring, it works, switch seems to work also. I'm...
Forum: Body
04-06-2004, 01:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 502
Posted By fbodygirl

wiper cover

Hey I was wondering if you had any luck finding the wiper cover to your car? I think mine is broken? I have an '87 Firebird. The windshield washers don't work. It is a pulse wiper, can't seem to get...
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