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Forum: Body
11-30-2006, 02:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 751
Posted By Zed'er

I'll be finding out Monday, what insurance is...

I'll be finding out Monday, what insurance is going to give me for it, and they will set a buy-back price based on salvage value. So most likely I will be buying it back. I'm not in the mood for...
Forum: Body
11-27-2006, 04:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 751
Posted By Zed'er

I like that steering wheel, lol.....I'll probably...

I like that steering wheel, lol.....I'll probably sell the 180mph speedo now.
Forum: Body
11-27-2006, 03:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 751
Posted By Zed'er

She was fine, and insured of course, minimal...

She was fine, and insured of course, minimal damage to her suv. Adjuster sees it in 2 more days. Gotta go through the hassle of finding all of my receipts though. I know they are gonna try to...
Forum: Body
11-27-2006, 02:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 751
Posted By Zed'er

Elderly lady blew through a yield sign and smoked...

Elderly lady blew through a yield sign and smoked me right in the door. Had just enough time to yell out that particular "F" word then BANG.
Forum: Body
11-27-2006, 02:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 751
Posted By Zed'er

They call me Captain.....

Captain Crunch, that is......my project just took a really huge dump down the toilet saturday afternoon. Was almost ready to paint (the body fill on the door was just test patches to try different...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-22-2006, 02:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,877
Posted By Zed'er

I just installed a Hyfire 6A last Saturday. Now...

I just installed a Hyfire 6A last Saturday. Now I have the exact same problem. As soon as I get on it, it pops too. Sounds like it is missing. Post back if you find out what is causing yours to...
Forum: Body
11-17-2006, 10:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 883
Posted By Zed'er

If the hood originally had louvres, the blisters...

If the hood originally had louvres, the blisters will fit. If it is an 82 - 84' hood, they will not.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-16-2006, 10:55 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 24,222
Posted By Zed'er

When the dots are nearest each other (dot-to-dot)...

When the dots are nearest each other (dot-to-dot) that is cylinder number 6 firing, not one. Use the dots to get the proper cam to crank sync, then rotate it until the dot is at the top of the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-16-2006, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 775
Posted By Zed'er

Someone on here had some difficulty with a...

Someone on here had some difficulty with a Lakewood bell housing awhile back. From what I remember, there weren't any clearance issues, but the quality of the part itself was sub-par. By that I...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-16-2006, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 441
Posted By Zed'er

Read the link...... ---------- ...

Read the link......
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https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/transmissions-drivetrain/396088-all-t5s-equal.html
Forum: Body
11-15-2006, 01:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 885
Posted By Zed'er

It's easier to get it to re-align if you scribe...

It's easier to get it to re-align if you scribe the outline of the hinge to the body.
Forum: Canadian Region
11-15-2006, 10:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,867
Posted By Zed'er

For the last few years, my camaro is always apart...

For the last few years, my camaro is always apart during the more temperate month's as my garage is not heated, and getting across town to the heated shop is a pita. This year I had completely...
Forum: Canadian Region
11-15-2006, 10:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 767
Posted By Zed'er

From iroc22, the forum moderator, concerning the...

From iroc22, the forum moderator, concerning the classified thread " This thread is now closed due to no one PM'ing me when items were sold. So now all items for sale can go in the main forum, just...
Forum: Body
11-14-2006, 08:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,784
Posted By Zed'er

That is correct, not just with third-gen f-bodies...

That is correct, not just with third-gen f-bodies either.
Forum: Body
11-14-2006, 08:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 654
Posted By Zed'er

For the door/fender gap, I would get the frame...

For the door/fender gap, I would get the frame checked as already suggested, there is definately something not right there. Sounds like the lower frame is pushed up, forcing the fender out. As for...
Forum: Body
11-10-2006, 03:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,049
Posted By Zed'er

I bought my Dewalt at Rona. The sander was 98...

I bought my Dewalt at Rona. The sander was 98 bux cdn, but they had a special right from dewalt, the 5" orbital and a quarter sheet sander for 76 dollars. So I actually saved 22 dollars buy buying...
Forum: Body
11-08-2006, 03:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,049
Posted By Zed'er

You also have the possibility of connecting two...

You also have the possibility of connecting two compressors together if you can borrow or rent another small compressor. Then again, if you were to rent one, it might as well be a larger one. I...
Forum: Body
11-08-2006, 03:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,049
Posted By Zed'er

You will need a larger compressor for body work. ...

You will need a larger compressor for body work. How large is the tank? Anything under 5hp/60gal is pretty much useless to be effective when using air tools, especially something like a D/A sander...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2006, 08:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,170
Posted By Zed'er

The C-clamp style is the best method (picture 1)...

The C-clamp style is the best method (picture 1) to use when the heads are off the engine. Make sure the plunger end is seated properly against the valve face and the forks are over the retainer...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-03-2006, 03:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,491
Posted By Zed'er

That has only ever happened to me once, and it...

That has only ever happened to me once, and it was caused by a misalignment of the bolt holes in the block second hole was drilled crooked), causing too much stress on the starter. Try the delco...
Forum: Carburetors
10-26-2006, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,153
Posted By Zed'er

Right from Edelbrock, and it works. I use this...

Right from Edelbrock, and it works. I use this procedure when I install a performer carb, or my old Carter AFB.

The Edelbrock Performer Series carburetor has conventional Idle Mixture Screws...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-26-2006, 09:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 687
Posted By Zed'er

Also, make sure your OPSU (oil pressure sending...

Also, make sure your OPSU (oil pressure sending unit) is snug. If you don't have one there, I hope you have a pipe plug in the hole.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-24-2006, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,118
Posted By Zed'er

I'de check for a vacuum leak. I had the exact...

I'de check for a vacuum leak. I had the exact same type of symptom with my last engine, idled like crap, would barely run on it's own until I got punchy on the gas. I ended up re-adjusting the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-24-2006, 10:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,597
Posted By Zed'er

I've had that done for quite some time now,...

I've had that done for quite some time now, longer than 6" though. I use a piece closer to 36" long to give room for expansion.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-20-2006, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,537
Posted By Zed'er

Engine assembly lube is quite cheap, and...

Engine assembly lube is quite cheap, and dissolves when it is supposed to. Using grease will negate the cooling properties of the engine oil on any parts you put it on, and probably plug up some oil...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-12-2006, 03:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 803
Posted By Zed'er

Edelbrock RPM Airgap.

Edelbrock RPM Airgap.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2006, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 707
Posted By Zed'er

Yeah, I will actually be going to a larger...

Yeah, I will actually be going to a larger mechanical cam with the Trickflows. I don't mind doing it later, besides, I don't really want to grenade the T5. I am rebuilding a TH400 for the beast,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2006, 02:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 707
Posted By Zed'er

I am having them done, that's why I asked. The...

I am having them done, that's why I asked. The springs will be matched to the cam, and I'm looking at nothing bigger than a 214/224 and I'll have about 448/471 at the valve with my 1.52 magnum...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2006, 04:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 707
Posted By Zed'er

Max lift

I have to wait till spring to get my Trickflows, so I am taking in a pair of 416's to get some machine work done. I have a valve machine & seat grinder, so I'll most likely get around to putting in...
Forum: FAQ Board
09-21-2006, 09:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 42,437
Posted By Zed'er

Stick with the ATF. GM would not have put it in...

Stick with the ATF. GM would not have put it in there in first place if it didn't belong. Gear oil caused premature wear of the blocker rings in my T5.

Where abouts on the Island are you from? ...
Forum: Electronics
09-20-2006, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 821
Posted By Zed'er

My 84' didn't come with power seats, but has the...

My 84' didn't come with power seats, but has the harness for the option.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-19-2006, 11:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 633
Posted By Zed'er

Still in the car? Drop out all of the fluids,...

Still in the car? Drop out all of the fluids, flush the block/rad , rebuild/replace the carb, put fluids back in, check distributor, plugs, wires. Check existing wiring for frays/breaks, etc. Hook...
Forum: History / Originality
09-15-2006, 09:20 AM
Replies: 378
Views: 69,394
Posted By Zed'er

Call 1-888-467-6853 toll-free Canada, or...

Call 1-888-467-6853 toll-free Canada, or 1-905-440-7689 outside of Canada. Have your VIN handy. It's GM Canada's Vintage Vehicle services. The cost is around $54-58 CND. You get a copy of the...
Forum: Body
09-13-2006, 09:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,119
Posted By Zed'er

Evercoat's Rage Gold is the best filler I have...

Evercoat's Rage Gold is the best filler I have ever used. Sands very easily, and fills nicely.
Forum: Body
09-13-2006, 11:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 362
Posted By Zed'er

Never mind. Went to local GM dealer, and they...

Never mind. Went to local GM dealer, and they are the same as GM midsize cars (cavalier, celebrity, etc...)
Forum: Body
09-13-2006, 10:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 362
Posted By Zed'er

Pin size

Does anyone know if the lower door pins for our third-gens are the same size as standard passenger car door pins. I was just at the local napa dealer, and the number they have says "GM cars...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-12-2006, 09:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 723
Posted By Zed'er

[QUOTE=sofakingdom;3056813]Well as someone FAR...

[QUOTE=sofakingdom;3056813]Well as someone FAR FAR smarter than me said a few centuries ago (or, sort of said, anyway), "the simplest explanation that fits all the facts is usually the right one"....
Forum: Camaros for Sale
09-06-2006, 10:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,474
Posted By Zed'er

1500-2000 US with out pics. Try taking it in to...

1500-2000 US with out pics. Try taking it in to a dealer, or get it appraised. I'll offer you $25.00 right now, on the spot.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-05-2006, 02:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 723
Posted By Zed'er

My older non-WC T5 calls for ATF, from the repair...

My older non-WC T5 calls for ATF, from the repair manual. Gear oil prematurely deteriorated the blocker rings, and I ended up having to get the trans rebuilt a second time. Previous owner put the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-05-2006, 10:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 723
Posted By Zed'er

Make sure you have the shifter installed...

Make sure you have the shifter installed correctly. The lower ball has to be in the "actuator", for lack of the correct terminology. Pull the shifter and try shifting the actuator by hand, you...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-05-2006, 10:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 651
Posted By Zed'er

That looks like a full spool.

That looks like a full spool.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-10-2006, 06:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 503
Posted By Zed'er

Well, the blocker rings in my non-w/c T5 didn't...

Well, the blocker rings in my non-w/c T5 didn't like the 80W-90 at all. Maybe I have a hybrid, lol.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-10-2006, 03:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 503
Posted By Zed'er

Common misconception. The T5 actually takes ATF,...

Common misconception. The T5 actually takes ATF, and was designed to be that way. Before I bought my 84' , the trans was rebuilt and someone put gear oil in it. The seals deteriorated prematurely....
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-11-2006, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,028
Posted By Zed'er

That's not an article....That seems more like an...

That's not an article....That seems more like an advertisement for Holley, written by Holley.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
07-11-2006, 11:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,028
Posted By Zed'er

From what I hear, is that Demon carbs were pulled...

From what I hear, is that Demon carbs were pulled out of summit and the like for selling them too far below the msrp. CNC-motorsports still carries them.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-07-2006, 11:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 591
Posted By Zed'er

My T5 makes the same noise, before rebuild, and...

My T5 makes the same noise, before rebuild, and after.
Forum: History / Originality
06-27-2006, 08:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 874
Posted By Zed'er

What the heck is up with those strips anyway? ...

What the heck is up with those strips anyway? Mine had them too. At first I thought they were left over bandages or something. I had six trim screws, and four of the plastic panel fasteners under...
Forum: History / Originality
06-26-2006, 08:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 488
Posted By Zed'er

The dealer pointed me towards Vintage Vehicle...

The dealer pointed me towards Vintage Vehicle Division of GM Canada. I contacted them, and they are sending me a package with a build sheet, short and long invoices, and about twenty pages of other...
Forum: History / Originality
06-23-2006, 11:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 488
Posted By Zed'er

Dealer?

Has anyone ever tried to get a copy of their build sheet or order sheet from the original dealer who sold their car? My build sheet is pretty messed up, and I was wondering if it would be even worth...
Forum: Body
06-23-2006, 08:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,173
Posted By Zed'er

Just a heads-up. Those bolts are loctited (blue)...

Just a heads-up. Those bolts are loctited (blue) in. Atleast mine were, I just removed the interior of my car a couple of days ago. They were a little stiff, and the driver's side bolt head showed...
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