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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-17-2004, 01:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 395
Posted By dieseldennis

hvac questions

Hi I am having problems with my heater box.

1) Whenever I move the temp selector from cool to hot I hear a vacuum leak. But when I move it all the way to cool ( far left ) she stops.

2) air...
Forum: Body
04-22-2004, 12:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,201
Posted By dieseldennis

fuelp pump access panel q's

Let me start off by saying I know alot of people dont agree with idea of cutting an access panel in the hatch to make fuel pump r&r's easier. I have decided to do it though. Please no flames:)

...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2004, 12:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

I guess that save me alittle...

I guess that save me alittle cash.......maybe......ARGH! I have fiddling with that tv cable all week and I cant get it right!!! It s good at warm temps but cold she shifts harder than Ron Jeremy in...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2004, 12:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis



Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2004, 12:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

Thanks a bunch Dennis

Thanks a bunch


Dennis
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2004, 12:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

Oh cool. Is there anythig that I dont want the...

Oh cool. Is there anythig that I dont want the engine to do beacuse of this chip then?

Dennis
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2004, 12:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 633
Posted By dieseldennis

I have the wrong chip but.......

I have a 87 Z28 with a 2.73 rear end. I recently put an l98 in her and could only find a 350 chip ( ABWN) that is set up for 3.27 rears. I hope my problem is obvious. My shift points are gone to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2004, 12:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

Honestly though I never thought to see if you...

Honestly though I never thought to see if you could do it. I really just wanted to know if you knew of someone or a company. Either way , youre still tops in my books :rockon:

dennis
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-18-2004, 12:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

:huh: :lala: :lala: What? Me? does this face...

:huh: :lala: :lala: What? Me? does this face :rolleyes: look like it would do something like that?

Dennis:)
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-17-2004, 11:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

Yeah I know. I still have the old ABUN chip but I...

Yeah I know. I still have the old ABUN chip but I have a 350 in it now. Is there someone you know that can make me a chip with the 273 end programmed in it?
I am plannig on getting my own...
Forum: Body
04-17-2004, 11:47 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 68,660
Posted By dieseldennis

How much do you want for it? Is it hard to put...

How much do you want for it? Is it hard to put new gears in it? I am still looking for a pic of one but if I need one I need one eh? :)

Dennis
Forum: Interior
04-17-2004, 11:47 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 68,114
Posted By dieseldennis

How much do you want for it? Is it hard to put...

How much do you want for it? Is it hard to put new gears in it? I am still looking for a pic of one but if I need one I need one eh? :)

Dennis
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-17-2004, 11:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

Do you remember sending me a list off proper...

Do you remember sending me a list off proper shiftpoints? HAHAHA.
This is why shifting is gone to @#%$ then eh?
How can I get a chip that has my rear end programmed? the 350 never came out with a...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-17-2004, 10:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 674
Posted By dieseldennis

3.27 chip with a 2.73 rear end

I have an 87 z28 with a 2.73 rear end. I had to change the chip when I did an engine swap and the only chip I could find was for a 3.27 rear. Is this a bad thing, will I notice a real difference If I...
Forum: Body
04-17-2004, 10:07 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 68,660
Posted By dieseldennis

Where can I get an electric vss and where does it...

Where can I get an electric vss and where does it go? Straight in the tranny , at the end of my speedo cable near the dash or somewhere else?

Dennis

Is there a brand name for an electric vss...
Forum: Interior
04-17-2004, 10:07 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 68,114
Posted By dieseldennis

Where can I get an electric vss and where does it...

Where can I get an electric vss and where does it go? Straight in the tranny , at the end of my speedo cable near the dash or somewhere else?

Dennis

Is there a brand name for an electric vss...
Forum: Body
04-17-2004, 08:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,553
Posted By dieseldennis

What did you do to get your speedo working? Which...

What did you do to get your speedo working? Which wiring diagram did you use to do your swap? How much of a hassle was it to set up your hvac?

Dennis
Forum: Body
04-17-2004, 08:29 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 68,660
Posted By dieseldennis

I have a 87 Z28. Will I need a dakota box If I...

I have a 87 Z28.
Will I need a dakota box If I put a 97 trans am dash in?
Do I have a speedo cable in my car or no?
How long should the dash conversion take?

I am still a little confused...
Forum: Interior
04-17-2004, 08:29 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 68,114
Posted By dieseldennis

I have a 87 Z28. Will I need a dakota box If I...

I have a 87 Z28.
Will I need a dakota box If I put a 97 trans am dash in?
Do I have a speedo cable in my car or no?
How long should the dash conversion take?

I am still a little confused...
Forum: Canadian Region
04-17-2004, 06:06 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 18,484
Posted By dieseldennis

Saskatoon here. 87 Z28. :rockon:

Saskatoon here. 87 Z28. :rockon:
Forum: Body
04-17-2004, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 426
Posted By dieseldennis

4th gen dash

Anyone have a 4th gen dash for sale or know where I can get one for a good price? Id like one for my 87 Z28.

Dennis
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2004, 03:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 566
Posted By dieseldennis

loud whining from rear end

I can hear a loud whining noise from the rear of my car when its running. Is this normal? I am thinking its my fuel pump and maybe thats why my car is running like @#$%.
Also, How can I check my...
Forum: Body
04-17-2004, 01:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 980
Posted By dieseldennis

You guys RoCk! Thanks.... So I should get a dash...

You guys RoCk! Thanks.... So I should get a dash from a 97 and down car to make things easier?

:rockon:

Dennis
Forum: Body
04-16-2004, 12:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 980
Posted By dieseldennis

price of a 4th gen dash

A guy up here in Canada wants to charge me $900.00 for a full dash including gauges and wiring) out of a 98 Camaro cop car. the airbag was blown but that shouldnt matter eh? Should I keep looking for...
Forum: Body
04-16-2004, 11:25 AM
Replies: 312
Views: 216,311
Posted By dieseldennis

I just called my used parts guy and he has a...

I just called my used parts guy and he has a couple driveshafts from a 94 and 95 model. But they come from a standard transmission car. Are they different sizes than a auto tranny one?

Dennis
Forum: Body
04-16-2004, 11:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,356
Posted By dieseldennis

Ok, got it. But Is there a way to make a hood...

Ok, got it. But Is there a way to make a hood scoop ( ram air style) operational? As to not "just" look good?

Thanks
Dennis
Forum: Body
04-15-2004, 10:58 PM
Replies: 312
Views: 216,311
Posted By dieseldennis

Do all 4th gen fbodies have Aluminum driveshafts?...

Do all 4th gen fbodies have Aluminum driveshafts? If no, Which cars should I look at? What kind of difference will I notice if any?
I know that a post in here says they are swappable into my 87...
Forum: Body
04-15-2004, 10:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,356
Posted By dieseldennis

Yikes looks a little to crazy for me:) I think...

Yikes looks a little to crazy for me:) I think Ill take it to GM for that one:) As long as it's done for winter.

Trickster... You rock! :rockon: You always come up with the good @#$%.

Thanks
...
Forum: Interior
04-15-2004, 10:47 PM
Replies: 545
Important/Useful : Seatbelt Recall
Views: 95,368
Posted By dieseldennis

Meridius, I call my dealership tomorrow and...

Meridius,
I call my dealership tomorrow and get the part number for you. Heck If you want to throw me your vin I can run it through their computer. After all I didnt have a prob with them:) I...
Forum: Interior
04-15-2004, 10:46 PM
Replies: 545
Important/Useful : Seatbelt Recall
Views: 95,368
Posted By dieseldennis

Meridius, I call my dealership tomorrow and...

Meridius,
I call my dealership tomorrow and get the part number for you. Heck If you want to throw me your vin I can run it through their computer. After all I didnt have a prob with them:) I...
Forum: Body
04-15-2004, 10:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,356
Posted By dieseldennis

That word is r i c e y . Sorry I dindt know it...

That word is r i c e y . Sorry I dindt know it was banned. I wont use it again:(

Another question

The rear defrost current supply pieces are peeling of my window what can I do about this that...
Forum: Body
04-15-2004, 10:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,356
Posted By dieseldennis

three questions from me:)

Hi all Three qustions to ask.

1) In regards to cowl induction hoods... Is there a useful purpose for the hood being like that. Or is it just for looks really.

2) What do you guys think of...
Forum: Interior
04-15-2004, 06:31 PM
Replies: 545
Important/Useful : Seatbelt Recall
Views: 95,368
Posted By dieseldennis

I have an 87 Z28. I didnt know about the recall...

I have an 87 Z28. I didnt know about the recall untill I read this post. I noticed that my buckles were chaulky as well so I went to the dealership today and gave them my VIN. My car was listed to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-14-2004, 10:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 872
Posted By dieseldennis

Yes I did read it....But my problem was that When...

Yes I did read it....But my problem was that When I followed the directions you gave me I didnt understand that I had to adjust it by trial and error. I got it fixxed now though I think:) Thanks for...
Forum: TPI
04-13-2004, 08:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By dieseldennis

Thanks for all the help guys:) I found the...

Thanks for all the help guys:) I found the connector and yes the plastic was all to crap so I broke it off. The connecter look good though:)

Ive come across another prob though.... My temp gauge...
Forum: TPI
04-13-2004, 12:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By dieseldennis

Black 91 Z28, Is that a metal hose connected...

Black 91 Z28,
Is that a metal hose connected to the temp sensor? I am pretty sure I dont have any extra metal parts when I did my engine swap.

Dennis
Forum: TPI
04-13-2004, 12:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By dieseldennis

Thanks guys I found the sensor but now I cant...

Thanks guys I found the sensor but now I cant find the plug in that goes onto the sensor. It is disconnected:(

Regards
Dennis
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-13-2004, 12:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 872
Posted By dieseldennis

Delayed shifting problem

Hi
I have a problem. I recently had to adjust my tv cable and now I am experiencing delayed shifts. she will shift only at around 3500 to 4000 rpms and this just normal city type of driving. Also...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-13-2004, 12:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 711
Posted By dieseldennis

Re: When i shift from park to drive big...

Albertafbody,
I just had a somewhat simular problem......Did you try and adjusting your tv cable? (throttle valve cable) It is really easy and you dont need any tools, just look in your Haynes...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2004, 11:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 653
Posted By dieseldennis

I think I have a different tranny or something?...

I think I have a different tranny or something? Because my Haynes manual tells me to do something entirely else to adjust that cable. It tells me to push the cable all the way towards the throttle...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2004, 10:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 653
Posted By dieseldennis

Trickster, Thanks so much, I bet thats what...

Trickster,
Thanks so much, I bet thats what it is. My shifts have been extra hard too so this sounds right. Ill check it in the morning. Ill let you know what happens of it. Can I ask you for a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2004, 09:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 653
Posted By dieseldennis

I checked all the vacuum hoses and plugs and they...

I checked all the vacuum hoses and plugs and they seemed to be fine.
As to the tv cable......:confused: whats that? And how do I adjust it?


Dennis
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2004, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 503
Posted By dieseldennis

Put in a new MAF sensor. Then get back to us if...

Put in a new MAF sensor. Then get back to us if the problem persists.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2004, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 653
Posted By dieseldennis

The idle jumps back and forth while in park or...

The idle jumps back and forth while in park or nuetral. It doesnt matter if the motor is warm or cold.
While it is in drive, the rpms don't jump (it stays at 750) but the engine runs noticabley...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-12-2004, 11:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 653
Posted By dieseldennis

HeLp.....I have an idling problem

I have a 87 Z28 with a 350 TPI. I just put this engine in, replacing another 350. This car is very new to me. Here is my question:

At first my problem wasnt really a big deal.....very occasionaly...
Forum: TPI
04-12-2004, 12:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By dieseldennis

btw.....the reason I ask this is that my water...

btw.....the reason I ask this is that my water temp gauge in my dash is not reading anything. It did this with my old engine too and I dont remember seeing it during the recent engine swap.

Dennis
Forum: TPI
04-12-2004, 12:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 789
Posted By dieseldennis

water temp sensor

Where is the water temp sensor on my 350 tpi? My Haynes manual says it is somewhere at the front right side of the motor but I cant find it. I am not sure if I even have one.
If it turns out I...
Forum: Car Audio
04-11-2004, 11:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,455
Posted By dieseldennis

When you build a f/glass box properly it will be...

When you build a f/glass box properly it will be easily removable.

Regards
Dennis
Forum: FAQ Board
04-07-2004, 11:36 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 112,505
Posted By dieseldennis

OUCH!

OUCH!
Forum: Canadian Region
04-07-2004, 11:21 PM
Replies: 51
Important/Useful : Classifieds? Look here.
Views: 13,823
Posted By dieseldennis

305 chip for sale

I have a ecm chip for a 305. It origionaly came out of a 87 Z28. I recently upgraded to a 5.7 so I got a new chip.

$25.00 obo shipping will be cheap

Dennis

dieseldennis@YOURPANTSshaw.ca ...
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