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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-26-2023, 10:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,928
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: Third Gen Parts - Garage Cleanout

The heater core box — is it from a car with A/C?
Forum: Cooling
08-02-2023, 09:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: Cooling Fan Doesn’t Turn on with AC (1987 L98 w/Dual Fans)

Thank you so much! That AC control head test procedure is exactly what I was looking for. It looks like I’m in the market for a new HVAC control unit.
Forum: Cooling
08-02-2023, 09:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By RestoRoc89

Cooling Fan Doesn’t Turn on with AC (1987 L98 w/Dual Fans)

Does anyone here have a copy of the electrical diagnosis chapter from the factory service manual for 1987 Camaros? I bought a used copy
of the manual, but discovered it does not include the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-03-2023, 08:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 812
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: + battery pigtail connection

Are your new battery cables the Innovative Wiring cables that Hawk’s advertises on their site? If so, how long did they take to get?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-25-2022, 03:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 12,481
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: Removing park lock cable from steering column?

Great addition, Lurbie! My ‘89 Iroc succumbed to rust problems years ago, but I actually picked up a mint, low mileage ‘87 this past fall and have just started actively participating in the forums...
Forum: Interior
10-08-2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,952
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: New OER steering wheel

It put a damper on the instant gratification of bolting on a steering wheel, but I’m happy with the outcome in the end.
Forum: Interior
10-04-2022, 10:29 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,952
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: New OER steering wheel

To revive an old thread, I just installed an OER steering wheel in my 1987 Iroc-Z. The wheel looks and feels great. It’s much better than my ratty original wheel. However, it’s not perfect. Firstly,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-03-2022, 12:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 943
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: Can't get rear to sit even.

Really basic question here … did you torque the suspension bushings (LCAs and panhard bar) with the suspension loaded / compressed? If not, the rubber bushings could be adding an uneven amount of...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
09-07-2013, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,344
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: 82-92 GM NOS GM Body Panels (Full Quarters, Front Fenders, Rear Decklid)

Bump. Adding pictures of the deck lid as well. The topside has been primed and block sanded to prep for paint.

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Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-16-2013, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,344
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: 82-92 GM NOS GM Body Panels (Full Quarters, Front Fenders, Rear Decklid)

Bump. Quarter panels and front lower valence are sold. Three fenders and a decklid remain!
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-03-2013, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,344
Posted By RestoRoc89

82-92 GM NOS GM Body Panels (Full Quarters, Front Fenders, Rear Decklid)

I have a collection of brand new, genuine GM replacement panels that I have been saving for a rainy day restoration. They are all still in the factory e-coat and have the Genuine GM service part...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-25-2009, 12:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,573
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: Sachs Shocks - any good?

I can't really be of much help regarding your application, but for what it's worth, I helped a friend install Sachs shocks on his BMW 525i. They proved to be nothing but horrible. I'm not sure if...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-28-2008, 02:50 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 33,096
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: Hawks Third Generation

Interesting to see this thread revived. I made one of the initial comments complaining about slow email responses and I would like to redact that statement now. I have since bought several...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
06-25-2008, 11:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: 1985 roller almost perfect

Can you send some pictures to aiutzi@gmail.com? I'm looking for something solid to put a spare drivetrain I have lying around into. I'm not too far away and might consider going to a roadtrip. Is...
Forum: Group Purchases
05-05-2008, 03:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,013
Posted By RestoRoc89

Re: Gp..koni yellow *UPDATED*

Is it possible to buy only the rear shocks? What would the price be? I also have a fourth gen I'd like to get some Koni's for...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-18-2006, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,440
Posted By RestoRoc89

I recently bought a PST Polygraphite complete kit...

I recently bought a PST Polygraphite complete kit for my fourthgen. It came with EVERYTHING including tie rod ends, ball joints, all control arm bushings and sway bar bushings. It even included...
Forum: Group Purchases
12-13-2006, 10:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,189
Posted By RestoRoc89

Is anyone making the attempt to get this going? ...

Is anyone making the attempt to get this going? I would but I'm busy with exams for a few weeks. If nothing's developed by the time I'm done, I'll give Air Ride a call.
Forum: Camaros for Sale
10-17-2006, 12:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,534
Posted By RestoRoc89

I would like to see some pics as well please. ...

I would like to see some pics as well please.

iutziaj@mcmaster.ca
Forum: Camaros for Sale
09-28-2006, 06:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,401
Posted By RestoRoc89

I would like to see some pictures as well,...

I would like to see some pictures as well, please. My email is iutziaj@mcmaster.ca. It's a bit of a trip to pick it up, but if it's the right car, I'm interested. What's the condition of the...
Forum: Group Purchases
09-27-2006, 05:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,189
Posted By RestoRoc89

I've said this on several occaisions...if there's...

I've said this on several occaisions...if there's a group purchase organized with Air Ride, I'm unequivocally in. It seams to be difficult to arrange though. I'll be buying air ride either way when...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-23-2006, 06:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 469
Posted By RestoRoc89

I recently built and installed a T56 in my LT1...

I recently built and installed a T56 in my LT1 fourthgen (fencoe stock replacement clutch, pressure plate, and .010" machined off of the flywheel). I'd never had any experience with the fourthgen...
Forum: Body
04-06-2006, 06:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 797
Posted By RestoRoc89

I went to a local fastener specialty shop with...

I went to a local fastener specialty shop with one of each type of bolt/body fastener on the car and the number of each that I needed. What they didn't have in stock, they were able to order and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-31-2006, 01:43 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,387
Posted By RestoRoc89

Now THAT looks slick. I'm always very partial to...

Now THAT looks slick. I'm always very partial to the smooth and simple look.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-30-2006, 11:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,387
Posted By RestoRoc89

Your car looks fabulous already...I think the...

Your car looks fabulous already...I think the bowties will just clutter its appearance and look altogether tacky. You're going to be using decals that can be removed, right? As long as that's the...
Forum: Body
01-30-2006, 01:13 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,049
Posted By RestoRoc89

This is maybe a bit of an aside, but what parts...

This is maybe a bit of an aside, but what parts on a fourth gen are fiberglass?
Forum: TPI
01-09-2006, 02:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,083
Posted By RestoRoc89

I think Asdfga3 was actually referring to the...

I think Asdfga3 was actually referring to the fact that the L98 from the 1989 Iroc is 17 years old--and he was implying the fact that throwing nitrous and boost on a stock bottom end is a very nice...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-08-2006, 03:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 531
Posted By RestoRoc89

Money sent!

Money sent!
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-08-2006, 02:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 531
Posted By RestoRoc89

I sent you an email, and I'll be paypal-ing you...

I sent you an email, and I'll be paypal-ing you the money momentarily. Sorry for the delay, I had a band practice to go to. Thanks for taking the pictures for me!
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-08-2006, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 531
Posted By RestoRoc89

Sounds great. Include your paypal info in the...

Sounds great. Include your paypal info in the email when you send it, and if all goes well I'll send the $150 and shipping info, etc. your way.
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-08-2006, 10:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 531
Posted By RestoRoc89

I would like to buy the harness from you, as it's...

I would like to buy the harness from you, as it's something I've been considering buying from Painless for awhile. Are you able to get any pictures to verify the condition of the harness before I...
Forum: Parts for Sale 2006
01-08-2006, 01:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 531
Posted By RestoRoc89

I've got a few questions for you and may be...

I've got a few questions for you and may be interested in the harness:

-How complete was the installation of the harness in your car?

-Did you get it finished so that every component...
Forum: Exhaust
01-02-2006, 02:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 712
Posted By RestoRoc89

I would definitely prefer the mandrel bent route...

I would definitely prefer the mandrel bent route for several reasons. Firstly, considering aesthetics, the final product will be one smoothly formed pipe (as opposed to having many welds and...
Forum: Parts Wanted 2006
12-21-2005, 10:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 444
Posted By RestoRoc89

That may actually be a good point. I would...

That may actually be a good point. I would remove the ground effects and look the rocker panel over. Chances are the front half of the rocker is gone. Worse still, rockers tend to rust from the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-18-2005, 07:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 585
Posted By RestoRoc89

If you really want a manual transmission, don't...

If you really want a manual transmission, don't waste your money on an automatic...especially when you have a good one that will do in the meantime. It's your car, and you should absolutely do what...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-16-2005, 12:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 785
Posted By RestoRoc89

Good question Lo-tec...a question an answer for...

Good question Lo-tec...a question an answer for which I don't have :P. There will be no losses in rotational velocity with a manual gearbox (as you said, everything is directly linked)...so that...
Forum: Body
12-16-2005, 12:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,527
Posted By RestoRoc89

Wow, very nice find! Aside from some cosmetic...

Wow, very nice find! Aside from some cosmetic work, it looks to be in great shape. I hope you enjoy it as much as the rest of us do ours!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-16-2005, 11:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 600
Posted By RestoRoc89

Oh, that's a good one I forgot about--giving the...

Oh, that's a good one I forgot about--giving the bolt a good rap with a hammer often helps to loosen the threads. At any rate, best of luck with it man. A little determination and you'll get it...
Forum: Body
12-16-2005, 11:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,519
Posted By RestoRoc89

The only problem I have with the Covan's setup is...

The only problem I have with the Covan's setup is that it always sticks out like a sore thumb. The thirdgen dash makes it very difficult to incorporate anything new without having it look out of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-16-2005, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 600
Posted By RestoRoc89

Wow, broken bolts installing components? How did...

Wow, broken bolts installing components? How did you manage that? Were the threads dirty, the bolts of insufficient proof strength or were you over-torqing them? I've certainly have my share of...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-16-2005, 10:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 785
Posted By RestoRoc89

You can also use that formula to determine your...

You can also use that formula to determine your desired RPM for a certain MPH. I cannot, however, tell you how to account for an innaccurate tachometer...you'll have to figure that out yourself :p ...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-16-2005, 10:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 785
Posted By RestoRoc89

The derivation of output linear velocity of the...

The derivation of output linear velocity of the car given the input angular velocity of the flywheel, the combined gear reduction ratio of the transmission and differential and the tire diameter is...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
12-12-2005, 04:46 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,921
Posted By RestoRoc89

Wait, did that guy just claim that Shawn Nelson's...

Wait, did that guy just claim that Shawn Nelson's (sickness91z) Z-28 in his repeatedly attached picture was his? I don't know too many other '91 Z-28s with TT2s, an SS hood and fender vents, do you?...
Forum: Body
12-12-2005, 02:46 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,937
Posted By RestoRoc89

That is incredible! What modifications did it...

That is incredible! What modifications did it require to the surrounding body panels? I'm in the process of doing a very similar buildup on my Iroc. Right now it's stripped to a tin can and in...
Forum: Group Purchases
12-12-2005, 02:36 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 12,486
Posted By RestoRoc89

Those connectors look decent, especially for the...

Those connectors look decent, especially for the price I suppose. However, I don't really like that big lap weld for both structural and ground clearance issues. Moreover, I think they may just...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-12-2005, 12:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,267
Posted By RestoRoc89

How come no one's mentioned some of the more...

How come no one's mentioned some of the more reputable cylinder head manufacturers (i.e. Airflow Research, Trickflow, Brodix, etc...). Firstly, '87 IROC VERT has mentioned he wants something that...
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