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Forum: Cars Wanted 2006
05-27-2005, 03:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 967
Posted By GravyGut

Well I have a 88 305 tbi thats in good shape. I...

Well I have a 88 305 tbi thats in good shape. I am in Cleveland. For details see my post in the FOR SALE threads under: 88 Camaro SC 305 TBI. Asking $3900.:thumbsup:
Forum: Cars Wanted 2006
05-27-2005, 02:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 891
Posted By GravyGut

Whats up. I have a 88 up here in Cleveland. Looks...

Whats up. I have a 88 up here in Cleveland. Looks real good, runs great. I have the details listed in the FOR SALE thread catigory. TITLE is : 88 Camaro SC 305 TBI . Asking $3900. Would be willing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-07-2005, 03:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By GravyGut

That all sounds about right.I didnt take off the...

That all sounds about right.I didnt take off the inner wheel piece, or disconnect the drive shaft, but every thing else was done. Like I said, To do it again wouldnt take but half the time.
I just...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-06-2005, 03:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By GravyGut

Dirtbik3r , Why do you feel lucky, and how can...

Dirtbik3r , Why do you feel lucky, and how can you change your fule pump in 2hr. the correct way "walla"? Are you talking about a THRDgen.?:confused:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-03-2005, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By GravyGut

Thanks for all the input guys:rolleyes: I...

Thanks for all the input guys:rolleyes:

I went and did it myself. Boy what a job. I had to dissaseble everything in the rear end, take off the tires, and drop the rear axel all the way. (put in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-30-2005, 12:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 667
Posted By GravyGut

Fule pump instal for 88' 305 TBI

OK, I have done a search and I know I need a new fule pump. I have two questions. ONE, on average, how much will it cost to have it done at an "honest'' local car repair shop? TWO, if anyboby out...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2005, 03:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 517
Posted By GravyGut

Strange dash noise

Just lately I started hearing a chirping comeing from what seems like the driver side dash. Only when moveing. It sounds like there is a hyper, pissed off hamster squeeking all kinds of obsenities in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-22-2005, 03:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 977
Posted By GravyGut

Its the injectors, and thats normal. OR, maby...

Its the injectors, and thats normal. OR, maby your pcv valve clicking?
Forum: TBI
04-22-2005, 03:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,756
Posted By GravyGut

I do have the smoke at start up. Last weekend I...

I do have the smoke at start up. Last weekend I had the air intake manifold off to do my cap/rotor, and I noticed (mind you I havent had it very long yet) that the ring gaskett on the top of the TBI...
Forum: Body
04-16-2005, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 575
Posted By GravyGut

The tire compartmant was where the problem was....

The tire compartmant was where the problem was. The jack was tapping the body, and the lug-nut stuff was rattling arround in there. Thanks for the clue guys!:D
Forum: Body
04-15-2005, 03:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 575
Posted By GravyGut

Its the stock spoiler, w/ the brakelight in the...

Its the stock spoiler, w/ the brakelight in the center. I will check thies things this week and let you know if I find it. THANKS!:)
Forum: Body
04-14-2005, 03:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 575
Posted By GravyGut

88 camaro hatchback noise...

I figure this might be impossible for you to know, but I ask anyway. I have this non-stop rattle/tapping comeing from the passenger side of the hatch when the car is moveing. I cant find it, and its...
Forum: TBI
04-08-2005, 10:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,756
Posted By GravyGut

Engine starts, then dies immeadiatly......

If I decide to take the car over 75 MPH on the freeway ( like 75-110 MPH) everything is ok . I park the car, an turn it off. The next time I go to start it up, it starts fine, then dies right away....
Forum: TBI
03-29-2005, 03:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 526
Posted By GravyGut

No, its the stock air intake. Sometimes its loud,...

No, its the stock air intake. Sometimes its loud, and other times its not. Have not found a pattern related to driveing conditions.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2005, 01:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 24,646
Posted By GravyGut

Mobil-1 synthetic 10-W30, and a K&N filter.

Mobil-1 synthetic 10-W30, and a K&N filter.
Forum: Exhaust
03-28-2005, 12:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By GravyGut

Cat. Converter Question

The cat. converter is breaking up inside. When the car idles at a stop, the converter vibrates w/ an annoying pinging sound. Other than the noise its makeing, is there anything I should be concerned...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2005, 12:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 501
Posted By GravyGut

Oil pressure gage is dancing!

At a stop, the oil pressure gage dances/flutters allot. Is this normal?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-28-2005, 12:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 474
Posted By GravyGut

Exact same problem here. Changed all plugs,...

Exact same problem here. Changed all plugs, wires, cap, rotor. Will change coil when I get time to mess w/ bolt brackets. Was fine for a day, and then started to idle rough again. Seems like a plug...
Forum: TBI
03-28-2005, 12:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 526
Posted By GravyGut

Good, good! Thats one less thing I feel the need...

Good, good! Thats one less thing I feel the need to fix now.

THANKS!!:D
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-28-2005, 12:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 369
Posted By GravyGut

New bushing kit VS. all new swaybars 'n' stuff

All of my suspension parts are worn, rusted, tired. Shocks, struts, and springs, are all on my list of to-do's. But I want to know if I can get away w/ just replaceing the bushings on the front/rear?...
Forum: TBI
03-27-2005, 11:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 526
Posted By GravyGut

TBI noise, normal?

When accelerating (hard or soft), I hear a rapid tapping (like a water sprinkler). I think its comeing from the throtle body injectors. Someone told me its the spedomiter cable. At any rate, this is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-27-2005, 10:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,386
Posted By GravyGut

Dude, its allot easier to take the coil out of...

Dude, its allot easier to take the coil out of the car before you work on getting the rivets out. :thumbsup:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-27-2005, 09:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,391
Posted By GravyGut

My local parts stores dont carry a coil with the...

My local parts stores dont carry a coil with the correct mounting bracket on them. Do I need to go to a dealer for one? Or do I need to do what HALFINCHWRENCH said above? "I had to remove the bracket...
Forum: TBI
03-20-2005, 05:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 801
Posted By GravyGut

Also, idle is computer controled on TBI's . There...

Also, idle is computer controled on TBI's . There is an adjust screw, but it is covered up, and NOT recomended to adjust.
Forum: TBI
03-20-2005, 05:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 801
Posted By GravyGut

My 305 idles at about 1500 when I first start it...

My 305 idles at about 1500 when I first start it up. After about 45sec. it starts to drop to 1000. After about 1.5 min. it stays at 600 RPM. I think the engine is trying to warm up when started cold....
Forum: Electronics
03-20-2005, 03:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 347
Posted By GravyGut

Easy Distributer and coil Question.

I have a 1988 RS with the HEI setup (305 TBI). Is there a points, cap, coil, and rotor to replace on this? If not could someone explain what I need to replace for a quick tuneup, and about what it...
Forum: Cooling
03-20-2005, 02:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 398
Posted By GravyGut

First timer thanking the long timers!

Just got my first Camaro two weeks ago, and would like to thank all you guys for the wealth of info. you share on this site. My plan is to do an upgrade/repair every weekend until she is better than...
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