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Forum: Camaros for Sale
07-30-2017, 10:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,589
Posted By Synful

(Smogged) 1987 Camaro IROC Z28 5.0L Manual T5 - $5000

PLEASE - No Joy Rides - No Trades - No Low Ball Offers

PM me for more photos.

1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z28
Black / Black
5.0 liter / 305 cubic inch V8
Borg Warner World Class T5 Manual...
Forum: History / Originality
07-11-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 967
Posted By Synful

Re: VIN uh oh!

Wow! I am missing almost all of these! Either removed of ultra deteriorated to the point that they may as well have been removed because you can't read it!

I am assuming that the only vital one...
Forum: History / Originality
07-11-2013, 12:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 967
Posted By Synful

Re: VIN uh oh!

What? that can't be true... every single body panel has a VIN sticker???

I don't remember seeing more than on the doors and behind window with my various third gens.... let alone every single body...
Forum: History / Originality
07-10-2013, 11:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 967
Posted By Synful

Re: VIN uh oh!

Left and right doors I am assuming are the sticker at the end of the door?

Where/what precisely is the hatch lid one?
Forum: History / Originality
07-10-2013, 11:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 967
Posted By Synful

VIN uh oh!

SO, somehow (in my supreme stupidity) I never realized it but my VIN behind dash and VIN on my title are not matching! I mean, it's not even a 2 vs Z or 6 vs L sort of office typing error! It's...
Forum: History / Originality
07-10-2013, 10:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By Synful

Re: Least amount of smog restrictions

Texas is looking better and better to me everyday friend, trust me. I enjoy the weather, my friends, and of course, my job here in California at the present though. If there is ever a split into...
Forum: History / Originality
07-10-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By Synful

Re: Least amount of smog restrictions

Thanks guys. But the goal is to have a street legal non computer controlled carb'd third Gen here in Cali. Currently talking to a state smog rep about a potential loophole for 'classic certification'...
Forum: History / Originality
07-09-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By Synful

Re: Least amount of smog restrictions

actually I discovered via search that many earlier Canadian thirdgens had mech distribution and no ecm....
Forum: Canadian Region
07-07-2013, 11:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 691
Posted By Synful

Canadian Z28?

Hey all, I am wondering if anyone here knows anyone that could help me with my search for a mechanical distr, carb, no ECM, manual trans third gen z28?

I spell out the details in classifieds but...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
07-07-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 417
Posted By Synful

WTB Stock Canadian Z28 (

Like the title says:

WTB Stock Canadian Z28

- No ECM (stock)
- Manual Transmission (stock)
- Mechanical Distribution (stock)

I am located in SF Bay CA. Must be able to provide original...
Forum: History / Originality
07-07-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By Synful

Re: Least amount of smog restrictions

Thanks all! To clarify, i was hoping that some of the younger models of carb cars did not have computers for starters, but it sounds like they do? After having dealt with an 87 and 88 iroc-z tpi, i...
Forum: History / Originality
07-07-2013, 12:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 965
Posted By Synful

Least amount of smog restrictions

I am looking for a very specific set of information in order to narrow down which car would be best for building up in a smog state like california.

I am thinking earlier year Z28 or Iroc-Z with...
Forum: Exhaust
08-25-2010, 12:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 27,177
Posted By Synful

re: Short Spark Plug needed due to header...

just installed hooker 2055s headers and used accel 576S plugs. They worked fine, although I had to use a box wrench to tighten half of them.
Forum: Exhaust
08-22-2010, 12:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,085
Posted By Synful

2055s Port Shape vs Head Port Shape

After 3 or so years I finally got around to installing my hooker 2055 shorty headers [do they even make these babies anymore?]. In the time these headers were in my dad's shed the original package of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2009, 12:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 675
Posted By Synful

Re: Code 33 problems

I once had a bad ECM that was frying every new MAF sensor I put in it.

But in all seriousness, if the car is running fine other than a light coming on on your dash, it's no big deal. If it's...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-08-2009, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 377
Posted By Synful

Re: Car has NO power

You might want to look into the following issues for problem "Car has NO power":

1. Engine: 305 Stock

2. Transmission: Automatic

3. Car: 92 RS Camaro

Goodluck
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-10-2009, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By Synful

Re: How damaging is water to TPI

Hypothetically Speaking... what would happen if I drove the front end of my car into a 3' children's outdoor above ground pool on accident. What kind of things could the water do up front there...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-10-2009, 06:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By Synful

How damaging is water to TPI

Hypothetically speaking, let's assume you take a hose and spray down the engine compartment of my 87 305 TPI, just all over the place until its soaking.

What kind of things could go wrong if I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-29-2009, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,740
Posted By Synful

Re: cold start injector

first things first.

remove the electrical connector and test it with a voltmeter to make sure you're getting 12 volts to it.

if you are then you probably need a new injector if you aren't then...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-28-2009, 07:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

Even the smallest things can slip our minds sometimes.

Conclusion:

The early problem I was describing must have been the result of me add one or all of the following:
new injectors, new egr...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-28-2009, 05:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

I installed the injectors and the new egr valve.

When I put it all back together, guess what? The sumabich turned on instantly.

Unfortunately it was running with a major engine vibration, at...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-27-2009, 12:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 808
Posted By Synful

Re: Parting out 2 camaros 1 87 iroc and a 85 z28

deal.

what is your preferred method for payment?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-27-2009, 12:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 808
Posted By Synful

Re: Parting out 2 camaros 1 87 iroc and a 85 z28

whoops... i read your response and thought it was to me... my bad.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-27-2009, 12:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 808
Posted By Synful

Re: Parting out 2 camaros 1 87 iroc and a 85 z28

I am looking for the sensor that screws into the EGR valve for the TPI MAF system.

Do you have one?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-27-2009, 12:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,574
Posted By Synful

Re: Garage Sale - Stock and Performance TPI Parts

I am looking for the sensor that screws into the EGR valve for the TPI MAF system.

Do you have one?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
04-24-2009, 07:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 329
Posted By Synful

WTB :: EGR Valve Temperature Sensor

I need the Temperature Sensor that screws into the side of the EGR Valve.

For a TPI system, years 87-89 or any year that has a MAF based system and ECM.

Preferably with the long wire and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2009, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 540
Posted By Synful

TPI Fuel Rail Assembly

Before I put this thing back in my car...

...are the two fuel rails supposed to be slightly wobbly when out in the open?

...or is it supposed to be a 100% tightened down system that doesn't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-23-2009, 12:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

I did indeed check for codes, there are none present.

I tried to keep the car running after firing by giving it some gas but no combination of such an effort works. I even tried pressing the gas...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2009, 01:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,441
Posted By Synful

Re: How to Remove Cruise Control

to remove and replace the lever you have to dig into your steering column... there is no other way. You also need to replace the switch inside that the lever attaches to, otherwise all you're doing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2009, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 421
Posted By Synful

Re: I have no idea

It is called A.I.R. They attach to your headers/exhaust manifold and are a part of the emissions system.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-21-2009, 09:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

So,

I removed the injectors and fuel rail assembly. I am going to replace them with brand new stock ones but is there any way to visually check the old ones to see if they are ruined (what do I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2009, 10:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 367
Posted By Synful

Re: Please HELP!!!

in the future get a key made at your local hardware store for 2$
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2009, 10:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Synful

Re: I need an iroc-z owner to test something for me

It doesn't drop off it remains constant.

At one point I had a consistant 60psi for some reason but aside from that one random time it is always 40psi, unless the car is actually firing in which...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-19-2009, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Synful

Re: I need an iroc-z owner to test something for me

I've been having an issue with my car (detailed out in another thread in this forum) and wanted a way to see if my injectors were leaking without having to remove them
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2009, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Synful

Re: I need an iroc-z owner to test something for me

So hypothetically, if I unplug the cold start injector AND all 8 regular injectors, the car should NOT fire at all, after maybe a few fires to purge the residual fuel?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2009, 08:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

Why would the compression or timing change in the 45 minute time frame between me turning my car off and turning it back on, when it drove flawlessly before turning it off.

And btw, just because a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2009, 05:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Synful

I need an iroc-z owner to test something for me

If you have an 87-89 iroc-z 305 or 350 tpi with MAF system, mostly stock, I please ask you to test something.

Others can chime in if they have opinions on hypothetically what should happen:
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-17-2009, 07:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

Update:

I hooked up the fuel pressure gauge again: 40psi when key "on" and when "cranking". Dips approximately 5psi upon "firing" and returns to 40psi as the car dies.

Ohm tested each...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-16-2009, 10:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

Okay here is what I did today:

12v to G terminal at the ALDL so the pump is always on. Continues to fire only, and dies immediately.

I adjusted the ignition switch but I think I adjusted it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-15-2009, 02:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

Sorry, I should have said in my original post that I already tried this to no effect.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-15-2009, 12:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Re: Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

I'm fairly positive that I replaced the Oil pressure sending unit with a brand new one within the last 2 years. The gauge indicated '30' for oil pressure when the car was running a few days ago.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-14-2009, 09:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By Synful

Odd Issue: Car won't run after firing

1987 Iroc-Z 305tpi MT all stock

Here is what is known:
When cranking, there is 40psi at the rail.
The car fires but immediately dies.
Once the car fires and I let go of the key the fuel...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-08-2009, 04:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,957
Posted By Synful

Re: Which D to drive in on a 89 iroc z automatic.

go get a T5 in the meantime and just be careful not to drop the clutch @3500RPMS too often
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-08-2009, 12:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,957
Posted By Synful

Re: Which D to drive in on a 89 iroc z automatic.

The real reason your trannies are shifting too soon is this:

they are automatic trannies.

:lmao:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-08-2009, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,879
Posted By Synful

Re: Replacing the in-tank fuel pump with an in-line fuel pump

That helps a great deal thank you.

I didn't think to check the regular parts stores for numbers... now that I do though I'm a little concerned. Here is what I found:

Autozone:
Intank #1:...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-08-2009, 01:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,879
Posted By Synful

Re: Replacing the in-tank fuel pump with an in-line fuel pump

I still need to know the details on the stock pump so I can buy the correct size external electric pump, and where i should install it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2009, 11:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,879
Posted By Synful

Re: Replacing the in-tank fuel pump with an in-line fuel pump

Someone told me I need a manual pickup. I don't know what that means.

Assuming it means exactly what you said (a line with a filter on the end), then literally all i do is remove the entire pump...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-07-2009, 09:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,879
Posted By Synful

Re: Replacing the in-tank fuel pump with an in-line fuel pump

What's missing is the "how to" part of it. He simply told people what he did, not how he accomplished it.

I am not familiar with the stock pump assembly. I don't know the names of the parts so I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2009, 09:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,879
Posted By Synful

Re: Replacing the in-tank fuel pump with an in-line fuel pump

Ive read it again and there doesn't appear to be any general consensus on what the "right" way is to do this job. It is also extremely vague as to what is used and in what order pieces connect. ...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-06-2009, 05:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,879
Posted By Synful

Replacing the in-tank fuel pump with an in-line fuel pump

Hi,

I've already done a search on this topic and have only found information in regards to a sticky on the carb forum, which is not my application.

My specs:
87 Iroc-Z 305tpi. Everything is...
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