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Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
10-04-2004, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 514
Posted By ZFORCE

When you start it up for the first time, pull the...

When you start it up for the first time, pull the coil wire and let it turn over for a while so that the oil pump can lubricate the internals. Then re-install wire and fire it up.

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-21-2004, 07:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 816
Posted By ZFORCE

Get a small torch like a propane one and give it...

Get a small torch like a propane one and give it some heat. Maybe you can get it to expand, together with the pickle fork you should be able to separate them.

tj
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
04-14-2004, 08:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 579
Posted By ZFORCE

This should go in the "kills" section. That...

This should go in the "kills" section.

That is a sweet victory!

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-05-2004, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 401
Posted By ZFORCE

C5 Brake Upgrade?

I saw this C5 Brake (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2457418629&category=33564) upgrade package on Ebay and was wondering if this could be used on our cars after having...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
01-30-2004, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 381
Posted By ZFORCE

Forget the Camaro... my wife's '97 Sunfire GT is...

Forget the Camaro... my wife's '97 Sunfire GT is almost as much per year NOW than my Avalanche.

The guy at GMAC insurance said that the new rating system looks at the total number of claims and...
Forum: Cooling
01-30-2004, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 346
Posted By ZFORCE

Lose Heat during City drive

My friend has a '91 RS with the 305 TBI. During our cold spell he was letting his car warm up for 10 t 15 min. before driving to work.

When he would get in the car it was toasty warm, but after 5...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-14-2003, 10:43 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,194
Posted By ZFORCE

#2 IS SWEET!! But both work well with the...

#2 IS SWEET!! But both work well with the Thirdgen look.

tj
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
11-13-2003, 12:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 462
Posted By ZFORCE

I am not sold on putting it on stands. Unless...

I am not sold on putting it on stands. Unless you have SFC installed it might not be a good idea because if you do not have your car sitting level (level like when it is on its tires), you could...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-13-2003, 12:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,262
Posted By ZFORCE

Leave them on!! The only change I would make...

Leave them on!!

The only change I would make to them is to have them tucked up a little higher so that they are closer to the GRND-FX. This way it will look nearly as slick as tipsWILLIES...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-13-2003, 08:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,629
Posted By ZFORCE

Steve--- Is PN-399 better than 301 in terms...

Steve---

Is PN-399 better than 301 in terms of rigidity and strenght?

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-12-2003, 10:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,629
Posted By ZFORCE

No I mean compared to the Cross-member mounted...

No I mean compared to the Cross-member mounted unit. What are the advantages / disadvantages of PN-301 vs PN-399?

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-12-2003, 07:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,629
Posted By ZFORCE

Other than mounting locations what is the...

Other than mounting locations what is the difference between this new torque arm (PN- 399) and the other one (PN-301).

Does this new arm offer less strength?

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-11-2003, 01:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,629
Posted By ZFORCE

Will there be the option to add a drive-shaft...

Will there be the option to add a drive-shaft loop?

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-05-2003, 10:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 491
Posted By ZFORCE

Why not try the IROC springs up front or call one...

Why not try the IROC springs up front or call one of those aftermarket suspension places like Ground Control (http://www.ground-control.com/?D=72fde4d329980ae36b7607aca9045a31). They would be able...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-04-2003, 04:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,735
Posted By ZFORCE

Some guys on here say that Performance Suspension...

Some guys on here say that Performance Suspension Components (http://www.performancesuspension.com) is good. I believe they use Moog parts and the prices are very reasonable.

I am going to buy...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
10-27-2003, 03:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 633
Posted By ZFORCE

Why not get it fixed before the hibernation? I...

Why not get it fixed before the hibernation? I would hate to stew the whole offseason knowing that there is something to fix.

tj
Forum: TPI
10-17-2003, 10:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,540
Posted By ZFORCE

I thought "siamesing" was to take out the entire...

I thought "siamesing" was to take out the entire middle section between the two runners and weld covers on both sides to tie them completely togther?

Looks pretty good should net a few extra...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
10-17-2003, 07:36 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,507
Posted By ZFORCE

Very nice, I like the pulley setup. How much did...

Very nice, I like the pulley setup. How much did it cost and from where?

tj
Forum: Electronics
10-17-2003, 07:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 450
Posted By ZFORCE

I have been running the Taylor blue wires for...

I have been running the Taylor blue wires for 5years and I think they are great. Good heat resistance to if you are considering headers in the future.

tj
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2003, 07:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 827
Posted By ZFORCE

I had this happen to me and it turned out to be...

I had this happen to me and it turned out to be the oil filter mount and the engine oil cooler adaptor. The flanges distorted over time and the seal broke between them. The oil blasted out in a...
Forum: TPI
10-14-2003, 10:02 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 15,246
Posted By ZFORCE

I see you have used a lot of TPIS equipment, when...

I see you have used a lot of TPIS equipment, when you chose the
comp cam did you consider the ZZ9. If so what made you go with the cam you chose.

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-14-2003, 07:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 637
Posted By ZFORCE

Some good deals there, Thanks for the link!

Some good deals there, Thanks for the link!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-05-2003, 09:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 862
Posted By ZFORCE

Yes that is the connector in question. Just...

Yes that is the connector in question.

Just put a jumper on it and you are in business.

tj
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-04-2003, 06:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 862
Posted By ZFORCE

There are a few electrical harnesses associated...

There are a few electrical harnesses associated with the A/C system. One is a large connector at the silver Reservoir which is not the one in question, the one we speak of is a smaller connector...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-03-2003, 01:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 862
Posted By ZFORCE

If the wire harness for the A/C temp sensor is...

If the wire harness for the A/C temp sensor is not connected to the sensor the fan should come on right away.

So in your case if the fan is not coming on, the harness is 1) still connected to the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-03-2003, 07:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 862
Posted By ZFORCE

Like MrDude said, just jumper the connector and...

Like MrDude said, just jumper the connector and your fine. Just remember that there is a delay switch on that circuit and if the engine is running with the A/C fan on, it takes 15sec. or so for the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-02-2003, 09:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 862
Posted By ZFORCE

Dual fan A/C cars also have an A/C refridgerant...

Dual fan A/C cars also have an A/C refridgerant temp. sensor on one of the lines from the canister. If you removed the line and disconnected the sensor the secondary fan will run on. I had to cut...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-01-2003, 08:03 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,077
Posted By ZFORCE

If you don't listen to anyone else listen to a...

If you don't listen to anyone else listen to a Canadian!

Do not drive that thing in the snow. The L98 has way too much low end to be in the snow.

I have seen many a persons try and there is no...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-01-2003, 07:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 551
Posted By ZFORCE

If you do use an '89 program, be sure that the...

If you do use an '89 program, be sure that the VATS is disabled. I am not sure if it would cause any problems but there is no need to find out if it would.

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-12-2003, 06:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,791
Posted By ZFORCE

Can we put together a group purchase for some of...

Can we put together a group purchase for some of this stuff?

What are the price ranges for these parts?

tj
Forum: Electronics
09-10-2003, 08:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 564
Posted By ZFORCE

Suggestions for Replacement Distributor

What is the best bang for your buck replacement for a distributor?

Car is an '87 IROC L98. I am leaning toward the MSD.

tj
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
09-05-2003, 06:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 477
Posted By ZFORCE

Where can I buy a jet engine?!

Where can I buy a jet engine?!
Forum: Brakes
09-05-2003, 04:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,188
Posted By ZFORCE

Not sure if the bracket is the same but I think...

Not sure if the bracket is the same but I think this guy sells them for the C5 brake upgrade.

C5 (http://82lt1.cz28.com/brakes/brakes.html)

tj
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-05-2003, 03:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 793
Posted By ZFORCE

It most likely is the shoes banging against the...

It most likely is the shoes banging against the rotors. I have this problem too.

But it would not be a bad idea to check out the rear underside for any loose components just to be sure.

tj
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
08-22-2003, 10:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 476
Posted By ZFORCE

Sparta, Aug. 23. Who is going?

Who is making the trip?

tj
Forum: Body
08-19-2003, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By ZFORCE

Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-19-2003, 07:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 468
Posted By ZFORCE

And don't forget to check the fluid resevoir...

And don't forget to check the fluid resevoir between bleedings to make sure you don't run out of fluid.

Also, you may want to replace your rubber brake hoses with braided steel ones. Sometimes...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-18-2003, 11:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 904
Posted By ZFORCE

Black

Black
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-17-2003, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 456
Posted By ZFORCE

Probably not in the short term. However, with...

Probably not in the short term. However, with that kind of mileage I would want to replace the A-frame bushings and the rest of the steering linkage so that I could get an alignment done.
...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-13-2003, 06:51 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,845
Posted By ZFORCE

Johnny those rims are slick. I agree the street...

Johnny those rims are slick. I agree the street rod look is the most menacing and turns every head. When I saw the Swiss man's ride I thought " now there is an original concept".

Funny, it was...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-12-2003, 02:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 953
Posted By ZFORCE

Don't forget to disconnect the timing advance...

Don't forget to disconnect the timing advance wire!
Forum: Cooling
08-11-2003, 07:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 756
Posted By ZFORCE

92 zzz28: Was the Griffin a direct...

92 zzz28:



Was the Griffin a direct bolt in with no modifications?

tj
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-11-2003, 12:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 869
Posted By ZFORCE

Very nice looking. It has that brute look to it....

Very nice looking. It has that brute look to it.

However, removing the rear louvers and headlight covers will make the car look even better.

tj
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-08-2003, 08:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 495
Posted By ZFORCE

Mine ...

Mine



https://www.thirdgen.org/rides/index.tgo?action=view&rideid=9711
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-04-2003, 06:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 971
Posted By ZFORCE

Fantastic! Love the colour! tj

Fantastic!

Love the colour!

tj
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-30-2003, 07:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 587
Posted By ZFORCE

Princess Auto has those o2 sockets here in...

Princess Auto has those o2 sockets here in London. Try the location in Langley. It is cheap and it works great!

http://www.princessauto.com/PAcountry.cfm?CTRY=CAN&INF=lan&SPC=1

Part #'s ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-29-2003, 06:26 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,002
Posted By ZFORCE

How about a Stainless or Aluminum guage cluster...

How about a Stainless or Aluminum guage cluster face for stock and autometer setups. Could even use different cutting speeds and feeds to get a swirl finish for astetics and cut custom emblems into...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-26-2003, 09:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,142
Posted By ZFORCE

Would this stuff work well on the K-member and...

Would this stuff work well on the K-member and A-frames as well?

Even if you could not get them blasted first?

I hate having those rusted pieces under my car.

tj
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
07-25-2003, 01:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 531
Posted By ZFORCE

Try this.... ...

Try this....

http://www.newmarkettire.com/index2.htm

and click on the gallery, then there is a link for the black IROC.


tj
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
07-19-2003, 10:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 614
Posted By ZFORCE

That is amazing! You dropped almost 8 tenths...

That is amazing! You dropped almost 8 tenths with no changes. The track at Sparta must be the worst in Canada for traction. I wonder if their timing system is the pitts as well?

I wonder if...
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