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Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2016, 08:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,180
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: High rpm dipstick pops out

Sorry, my post wasn't very clear.

The PCV valve is still connected on the driver's side. I didn't mess with that at all. The vacuum line I plugged off is what was previously connected to the...
Forum: TBI
05-06-2016, 08:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,319
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: breather with one-way check valve

Okay, thanks for the info
Forum: TBI
05-05-2016, 01:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,319
Posted By SaxophoMan

breather with one-way check valve

I have an open air element, so I plugged the vacuum line, kept the pcv valve, and put a breather on the passenger side valve cover.

I realize I should be using a breather having a one-way check...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-05-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,180
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: High rpm dipstick pops out

Anyone use a breather having a one-way check valve?

I'm running an open-air element so I plugged the vacuum line going to the TBI and installed a breather on the passenger-side valve cover. It...
Forum: Interior
04-14-2014, 03:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,454
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: trunk weight limit?

Thanks for the quick reply. It's a big help!
Forum: Interior
04-14-2014, 03:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,454
Posted By SaxophoMan

trunk weight limit?

Anyone have any idea what the weight limit of the trunk is? By trunk, I mean the area that dips down behind the hump that has the gas tank underneath.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-08-2014, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,774
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: clicking noise on steering please help

The clicking sound I'm hearing sounds like it's coming from inside the steering column immediately behind the steering wheel (inside the cabin), almost as if something came loose and is rolling...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-08-2014, 02:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,774
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: clicking noise on steering please help

I have the same issue. A clicking noise in the steering when turning at slow speeds. Did you resolve the issue?
Forum: TBI
03-20-2014, 08:23 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

If you get an air cleaner having a 3" height and with a recessed base, keep it. I don't know if it will fit otherwise. There are a lot of threads on the subject.
Forum: TBI
03-16-2014, 07:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

Ron, I've got almost the same exact setup, except my open air element is not open on the top. 3" cat back with stock manifolds and y-pipe.
Car has plenty of torque from the factory, which pushes...
Forum: TBI
03-16-2014, 07:02 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

For the air cleaner? I put on a 14x3 with a recessed base (not flat). Not sure if that's what you meant.
Forum: TBI
03-14-2014, 01:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

Don't have any pics at the moment. I bought a CFR performance 14x3 black air cleaner set with a recessed base and a Spectre Performance 4300 3/4" standard push-in breather. Both fit just fine with...
Forum: TBI
03-14-2014, 12:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

I took off the metal hose (it should just pull right off), but left on the metal part that is on the exhaust manifold itself which the metal hose slips on.
Forum: TBI
03-14-2014, 12:15 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

I just left it there. It's not harming anything and I don't think it's an eyesore either since I hardly notice it.
Forum: TBI
03-07-2014, 02:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

I'm honestly surprised that something so simple could get someone so angry and defensive.

Anyways, back to some 3rd gen news. I installed the crankcase breather and 14x3 open air element and it...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-01-2014, 01:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: rim size question

Thanks!
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-27-2014, 03:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By SaxophoMan

rim size question

I have a 1992 base firebird with TBI 5.0L option.

I have on 215/65R15 tires but can't find any info about the rim size and don't have the space to easily take the wheel off on my own where I live...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-10-2014, 08:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 788
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: Photoshop rims?

Thank you for the advice!
I'm actually going to mount some Firestone Precision H rated tires from my old rims to these.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-09-2014, 03:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 788
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: Photoshop rims?

Don't sweat it. It is a big help, so thank you!! How do you think they look on a black firebird? I'd prefer an all black rim, and this is the closest 15" retro rim I could find. Not 100% sure how...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-07-2014, 08:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 788
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: Photoshop rims?

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=846626337046&set=a.736829610566.2142883.17503040&type=3&theater
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-06-2014, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 788
Posted By SaxophoMan

Photoshop rims?

I'm interested in photoshopping these rims and tires to my black 92 Firebird:
15x7" Retro Black Wheels Rims BFG Tires 225 60R15 for Chevy El Camino 1973 | eBay

Can anyone help?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-25-2013, 08:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,214
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: broken odometer

I have a 1992 firebird. The speedo works just fine, but the odometer and trip odometer only intermittently work and the trip odometer will quickly move to 0 when passing 9 in the 1/10ths dial.
Did...
Forum: TBI
09-24-2013, 08:28 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

Schurkey, I don't answer to you. Therefore, I don't owe you any explanations.
But if you're going to insist that I need a learning curve, don't know what I'm talking about, etc... I hold multiple...
Forum: TBI
09-23-2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

Caveman, thanks for the help.

And don't waste your time responding to Schurkey. I've noticed that he's been on many similar threads and regurgitates the same arguments over and over, sometimes...
Forum: TBI
09-23-2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

Carb icing?! TBI is throttle body injection, thus there is no carb.
You seem to be trying to patronize me with your caps and bold font. It's weird and out of place.
I never said anything about...
Forum: TBI
09-23-2013, 11:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

Thanks for the help. I live in VA, so I was concerned that I'd have to switch out the open air element and push-in breather for the stock pieces when the car needs to be inspected for emissions...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-30-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 385
Posted By SaxophoMan

CFR performance open air element

They sell a 14x3" air cleaner set with a recessed base and another with a high lip.
Wanted to make sure this would fit before I actually buy it. Anyone use these before or have any recs? I'd...
Forum: TBI
08-27-2013, 02:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: crankcase breather and hose

Well, that's not an answer to my question. However, while I acknowledge that it's not a major improvement to the performance of the car it is an improvement to the cold air intakes for lots of...
Forum: TBI
08-23-2013, 10:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,729
Posted By SaxophoMan

crankcase breather and hose

I'm looking to replace my stock air cleaner with an open air element, but I know I'll need a crankcase breather and hose to replace the one that currently connects to the stock air cleaner. I don't...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-13-2013, 11:04 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 47,277
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: FIREBIRD HEADLIGHT MOTOR REPAIR KIT Real?

I used the headlight motor kit (Delux headlight repair kit) from top-down solutions to repair mine. Problem I had was that the headlights would pop up when only turning on the parking lights. Within...
Forum: Body
08-13-2013, 11:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,049
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: Great info on fixing headlight motors

I used the headlight motor kit (Delux headlight repair kit) from top-down solutions to repair mine. Problem I had was that the headlights would pop up when only turning on the parking lights. Within...
Forum: Car Audio
06-06-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 15,083
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: AUX Input GTA Radio

Mine is the one shown in the thread below. Looks like it's a CDM module.

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/history-originality/580691-delco-loc-ii-cd.html
Forum: Car Audio
06-06-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 15,083
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: AUX Input GTA Radio

Great, thanks!!
I'd like to use this method:
http://eurosportvr.com/misc/ipod%20input/index.htm

But I'm concerned about getting locked out and not sure if the wiring would be the same. Don't...
Forum: Car Audio
06-05-2013, 10:44 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 15,083
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: AUX Input GTA Radio

Anyone know how to do this for a Delco Loc 2 cd radio? Can't find any info on this message board about it.
Forum: Car Audio
05-20-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 767
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: car radio replacement recs

Thanks for the help!
Forum: Car Audio
05-20-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 767
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: car radio replacement recs

Thanks for the info! Would you happen to have any links for some recommended single DIN radios? I know nothing of what's good or bad for the money. Also, any links for flush mount adaptors and...
Forum: Car Audio
05-20-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 767
Posted By SaxophoMan

car radio replacement recs

My OEM cd radio is crapping out.
I've searched the forums, but really want a good recommendation for a cd radio player with iPod capabilities that will fit my car.
It's a 1992 Pontiac Firebird...
Forum: Interior
12-16-2012, 12:32 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 27,108
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: HVAC switch permanent fix. No more hissing!

When it's running, it operates normally so I'm not sure either. Glad it works though, I never would have guessed this fix.
Forum: Interior
12-14-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 27,108
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: HVAC switch permanent fix. No more hissing!

It works! I never would have guessed this since my clip that held in the washer wasn't broken and it even seemed pretty tight. I accidently broke it during removal. Or maybe it broke because one...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-19-2012, 11:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,001
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: best tires (P215/65R15) for my 1992 firebird?

Good info. Thanks!
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-06-2012, 08:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,001
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: best tires (P215/65R15) for my 1992 firebird?

Thanks for the info and pic!
The firehawks are still being sold. But it sounds like you can't go wrong going with them or with the BF Goodrich T/A's.
They look good on your car
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-06-2012, 08:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,001
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: best tires (P215/65R15) for my 1992 firebird?

Thanks! I actually read that Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 and BF Goodrich T/A's are pretty good. Though it sounds like going with 235's on the 15" rim can mean trouble when it comes to handling and...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-05-2012, 12:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,001
Posted By SaxophoMan

best tires (P215/65R15) for my 1992 firebird?

I currently have on some old Dayton Daytona's (P215/65R15) that need to be replaced.
I'm not looking for some super-high performance tire, just the best tire for the dollar.
Can anyone give me some...
Forum: Exhaust
09-20-2012, 08:34 AM
Replies: 291
Views: 79,024
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: Those with Hooker 2055's, come on in!

I checked Dyno Don's, and they sell the 2055's (ceramic coated) without air tubes (which is what I want), but the y-pipe is not ceramic coated. How important do you guys think it is to have the...
Forum: Exhaust
09-18-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 665
Posted By SaxophoMan

protection plate under fuel tank

I am looking for a replacement plate which is directly under the fuel tank, and which appears to protect the tank from debris and water kicking up.
I can't seem to find what it's called. Mine has...
Forum: Exhaust
07-25-2012, 02:44 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 79,024
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: Those with Hooker 2055's, come on in!

Thanks!

Can anyone recommend a good 3" cat and cat-back that are to go with these headers (and will fit)?

So far I picked out a MagnaFlow 94000 (3" in/out), and Magnaflow 16829 Stainless Cat...
Forum: Exhaust
07-25-2012, 02:23 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 79,024
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: Those with Hooker 2055's, come on in!

Can I install Hooker 2055's on my stock 305 TBI? Or do I need to install angle plug heads?
Forum: Exhaust
07-25-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 901
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: aftermarket street legal y pipe?

Makes sense. Thanks for the help
Forum: Exhaust
07-25-2012, 12:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,498
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: question about Hooker 2055 headers

Thanks! Any recommended spark plugs to go with those wires?
Forum: Exhaust
07-25-2012, 09:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,498
Posted By SaxophoMan

Re: question about Hooker 2055 headers

What 90 deg. angled spark plug wires and spark plugs did you get, specifically? Do you have Hooker 2055's? I'm having a hard time finding something online that will definitely work.
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