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Forum: Firebirds for Sale
08-02-2010, 06:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,318
Posted By sesand

1992 Pontiac Firebird with T-tops 87K miles - $3500

1992 Pontiac Firebird with T-tops - $3500 - 87K miles - all reasonable offers will be considered
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This car has been a part of my life since I was 12 years old. My mom bought it new for my dad...
Forum: Interior
06-07-2010, 07:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,742
Posted By sesand

Re: Headlight switch malfunction

This makes some sense as the driver side headlight did not want to come up all the way one time. It fixed itself on the next try, but may need some work.
Forum: Interior
05-12-2010, 02:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,742
Posted By sesand

Headlight switch malfunction

As most of you know, the headlight button is divided into grey (headlights, parking lights and fog lights come on) and black (just parking lights and fog lights come on) sections. When I push the...
Forum: Interior
05-12-2010, 02:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,174
Posted By sesand

Re: i need help with my lights and power locks

I blew a fuse in my 92 Firebird when the cigarette lighter adapter for my gps broke and shorted the system. I can't remember if it effected the windows. It resulted in the door locks not working as...
Forum: Interior
04-27-2010, 07:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,907
Posted By sesand

Re: Custom Leather Seat Covers

$550 shipped for covers you put on yourself. She will schedule a day to make them so you know about when to expect them, but needs a down payment to reserve the time. The date was a couple months...
Forum: Interior
03-10-2010, 05:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,907
Posted By sesand

Re: Custom Leather Seat Covers

I don't see any contact information on her site, just ways to add things I don't need to a shopping cart. Am I missing how to buy seat covers?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-02-2008, 11:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,405
Posted By sesand

Re: Loose steering with clunk - help appreciated!

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/suspension-chassis/493972-z28-steering-box-wtf.html?highlight=z28+steering+box

That's interesting. It sounds like this will do the trick:...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-02-2008, 07:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,405
Posted By sesand

Loose steering with clunk - help appreciated!

I've noticed a clunky noise that is DEFINITELY coming from the steering column, and is noticeable at low speeds after I make a turn at the point where the steering wheel first begins to return to...
Forum: Electronics
02-29-2008, 09:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 304
Posted By sesand

Battery disconnect resets idle speed

I have a 92 Firebird V6 AT and every time I unplug the battery to do anything, the computer seems to forget the idle speed and it stalls on me after the engine warms up. I take it to the dealer and...
Forum: Car Audio
09-06-2005, 08:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,313
Posted By sesand

It would be a good idea to get more smaller subs...

It would be a good idea to get more smaller subs (2 or 3 8's) as opposed to 2 10's or 1 12. They will respond a lot faster, but usually don't play the deeper notes as well. The smaller subs can...
Forum: Car Audio
09-06-2005, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,049
Posted By sesand

You may also be hearing the rubber flaps in the...

You may also be hearing the rubber flaps in the door vent vibrating. They're annoying little things.
Forum: Car Audio
09-06-2005, 08:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 638
Posted By sesand

I really enjoy my kick panels. I put some sound...

I really enjoy my kick panels. I put some sound deadening material in there and it made a difference with the rattling. I have some midbass, but it took a lot of tweaking, and it's still not great....
Forum: Car Audio
07-15-2005, 07:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,052
Posted By sesand

Heat has trouble rising if it has to go down...

Heat has trouble rising if it has to go down first.
The heat will still be transferred from the electronics to the heat sink (because metal is a better conductor than air), but then it will need to...
Forum: Car Audio
07-13-2005, 09:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,052
Posted By sesand

Genius: those electric parts need to be cooled...

Genius: those electric parts need to be cooled by a heat sink. If the amp is mounted upside down, the heat flows back into the electronic parts (instead of out through the heat sink). Mounted...
Forum: Car Audio
07-08-2005, 06:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,052
Posted By sesand

extra vibrations = loose parts

extra vibrations = loose parts
Forum: Car Audio
07-07-2005, 10:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,052
Posted By sesand

It's not a good idea to mount amps upside down,...

It's not a good idea to mount amps upside down, so putting them on the bottom of the box would only be good if you can build a little platfrom under them so they are right side up....
Forum: Car Audio
07-01-2005, 07:40 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,342
Posted By sesand

Trust me, you don't want that many women.... ...

Trust me, you don't want that many women.... Dealing with one is bad enough. A guy with that many women is either really lucky (0.0001% of the time) or needs to be rescued (99.9999% of the time). ...
Forum: Car Audio
06-30-2005, 10:25 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,214
Posted By sesand

It's not hard to get the wires up there, but you...

It's not hard to get the wires up there, but you do have to take off the dash. Its just a pain, it doesn't really take all that long. You will probably have to remove the plastic trim panels along...
Forum: Car Audio
06-30-2005, 10:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,342
Posted By sesand

How old are those girls anyway? I can't help...

How old are those girls anyway? I can't help looking, but I keep thinking they're all 17.
Forum: Car Audio
06-29-2005, 08:13 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,214
Posted By sesand

I'm still a desk jockey, and I've done...

I'm still a desk jockey, and I've done everything: HU, amps, subs, component speakers, sound deadening. It's really not hard - just make sure you have the right screw drivers and a ratchet set,...
Forum: Car Audio
06-28-2005, 08:26 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,214
Posted By sesand

If it's under warranty, maybe you can take it...

If it's under warranty, maybe you can take it back and get another one? If you got it at best buy or somewhere similar, they usually have a 30-day no questions asked type deal.
Forum: Car Audio
06-27-2005, 08:30 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,214
Posted By sesand

Is the popping sound occurring only when you...

Is the popping sound occurring only when you listen to the radio or all playback forms? You may have a headunit problem. Try listening to the radio, cds, cassettes, whatever, and see if the problem...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-26-2005, 03:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 438
Posted By sesand

That air ride stuff looked good, but I don't...

That air ride stuff looked good, but I don't think I'm in the market for something that expensive.

What is ground control?

Are there any good websites for this stuff?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-26-2005, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 438
Posted By sesand

Aftermarket Suspension for heavier load - Need advice

I'm looking to get new springs and shocks that are stiffer. I have a good sized sub and two amps in the back which add some more weight to the car. I had the stock springs/shocks replaced about a...
Forum: Car Audio
06-26-2005, 01:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,205
Posted By sesand

If you need cooling, just buy some little...

If you need cooling, just buy some little computer fans. I wouldn't mess with the liquid, either.
Forum: Car Audio
06-26-2005, 01:13 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,214
Posted By sesand

You'll probably need a new backet to mount the...

You'll probably need a new backet to mount the 6x9's. That popping sound is probably coming from the amp or a bad wiring job, so new speakers won't fix that problem.
Forum: Car Audio
06-26-2005, 01:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 695
Posted By sesand

You can't expect too much out of 200W, especially...

You can't expect too much out of 200W, especially if that's a peak number. I'd upgrade the amp to something that matches the subs, make sure they're wired right, and give it a shot. With 1.4cf/sub,...
Forum: Car Audio
06-26-2005, 01:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 499
Posted By sesand

Based on your style of music, I would suggest two...

Based on your style of music, I would suggest two 10's or even 3 8's. Smaller subs respond more quickly and accurately to things like rapid bass drum beats.
Why are you taking out the 6x9's?
Forum: Car Audio
06-26-2005, 12:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,268
Posted By sesand

I agree with Needaz - put a sub in the hatch. ...

I agree with Needaz - put a sub in the hatch. Your soundstage will be good if you can run the 6x9's in the realm of midbass/midrange (80-500 or so) since you won't get deep bass out of them but you...
Forum: Car Audio
06-26-2005, 12:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,052
Posted By sesand

A lot of people just velcro the amp to the rear...

A lot of people just velcro the amp to the rear hump. If you have a vanity cover for your hatch, it will be out of sight.
Forum: Car Audio
06-25-2005, 10:05 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,342
Posted By sesand

I like the box coloring, personally. He has...

I like the box coloring, personally. He has enough black panels and the gray flames kinda match the carpet. What is strange is the coloring of the seat and door upholstery don't match the carpet.
Forum: Car Audio
06-23-2005, 11:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,506
Posted By sesand

Some final ideas: It's best to put Spectrum v2...

Some final ideas:
It's best to put Spectrum v2 on as thin as possible so it dries faster and stays on better. If you just slop it on, there is a good chance you'll get bubbles and it will crack and...
Forum: Car Audio
06-21-2005, 11:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 646
Posted By sesand

Re: speaker location, anyone done this?

You're saying something like this, right?

Driver's kick panel (left channel) - Driver's side of console (right channel) - Passenger's side of console (left channel) - Passenger's kick panel (right...
Forum: Car Audio
06-11-2005, 07:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 765
Posted By sesand

A headunit dimming would be really bad for the...

A headunit dimming would be really bad for the sound :) LOL
Forum: Car Audio
06-10-2005, 09:10 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,342
Posted By sesand

The more important thing at this point is picking...

The more important thing at this point is picking a sub that works in 1 cf. You can't JUST pick a sub that sounds good. You could put a JL W7 in there, and it would sound like crap.
Forum: Car Audio
06-10-2005, 07:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 690
Posted By sesand

It's actually possible he could spend $100 per...

It's actually possible he could spend $100 per set, and find that the sound actually got worse. How bad would that be?
The odds of improving the sound are much better if he spends a little more,...
Forum: Car Audio
06-10-2005, 05:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 765
Posted By sesand

That is article is quite helpful, and if I can...

That is article is quite helpful, and if I can make my battery to chassis connection better, it should solve my problem. It looks like there is only a 16 gauge wire in there right now - I hardly...
Forum: Car Audio
06-10-2005, 05:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 578
Posted By sesand

There are two big plastic pieces that make up...

There are two big plastic pieces that make up bulk of the rear quarter panel on each side, plus the sail panel grille (making 3 in all). Keep in mind, I've also covered all the metal with liquid...
Forum: Car Audio
06-09-2005, 10:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 578
Posted By sesand

I'd check to make sure it's not the plastic on...

I'd check to make sure it's not the plastic on plastic and all your screws are tight (not just the ones holding the speaker, but also the ones that hold the plastic together) before you go through...
Forum: Car Audio
06-09-2005, 10:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 690
Posted By sesand

Re: Components or regular speakers?

He wanted speakers that aren't fatiguing with clear bass under $100. I told him it won't happen - that is my opinion. $100 per set won't make his situation any better.... I'm sure what he has...
Forum: Car Audio
06-09-2005, 07:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 578
Posted By sesand

I put the liquid sound deadening stuff all over...

I put the liquid sound deadening stuff all over the metal panel. It improved the sound dramatically, and there was no more rattling when I put the speaker back in. Then I installed the plastic...
Forum: Car Audio
06-09-2005, 12:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 578
Posted By sesand

I knew we would convert you one of these days,...

I knew we would convert you one of these days, Scrap :)
Forum: Convertibles
06-08-2005, 09:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,975
Posted By sesand

You know that the woofer end is supposed to only...

You know that the woofer end is supposed to only be a couple inches from the wall, right?
Forum: Car Audio
06-08-2005, 07:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,342
Posted By sesand

There was a guy who had subs inverted in his...

There was a guy who had subs inverted in his backseat like that. His looked cool cause the sub's basket matched the paintjob on his box. The W1's look like they will be great subs, since they are...
Forum: Car Audio
06-08-2005, 08:53 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,342
Posted By sesand

Those Type R's should be fine. Make sure you...

Those Type R's should be fine. Make sure you have enough mounting depth before you buy.
The Image Dynamics ID12 v3 are good in a relatively small space.
You might find an Adire Audio that works,...
Forum: Car Audio
06-07-2005, 06:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 578
Posted By sesand

The speakers were probably not at fault for the...

The speakers were probably not at fault for the lack of midbass - that's more likely an enclosure issue. I did hear that the X tweeters were somewhat harsh. My buddy actually bought their slightly...
Forum: Car Audio
06-07-2005, 06:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,342
Posted By sesand

What is the volume available for each sub?

What is the volume available for each sub?
Forum: Convertibles
06-06-2005, 10:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,975
Posted By sesand

I agree completely!

I agree completely!
Forum: Car Audio
06-06-2005, 10:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 709
Posted By sesand

Nah, man - that's the new style these days ;) ...

Nah, man - that's the new style these days ;)
Great work - do you have any pics of the panels from the backside or without the speakers in them?
Forum: Car Audio
06-06-2005, 10:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,506
Posted By sesand

Heck yeah! I'm actually a little happier with...

Heck yeah! I'm actually a little happier with the sound deadening results than the stereo, itself! It's definitely the efficient use of money, since I'm getting the most out of the equipment. I...
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