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Forum: Interior
07-17-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 602
Posted By syc0path

Re: Headliner fabric glue?

Thanks for the info! This sounds like a bigger job than I thought. For now, I'm thinking a little 3M Super 77 around the edges might help me limp it along for the rest the summer. Once I take the car...
Forum: Interior
07-12-2023, 12:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 602
Posted By syc0path

Headliner fabric glue?

I have an '88 Trans Am w/ t-tops. The glue holding the fabric to the headliner is beginning to fail, and the fabric is peeling off. Any1 have experience w/ re-gluing the fabric? I was thinking about...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-12-2022, 10:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,203
Posted By syc0path

Re: Electric vehicle (eV) conversion for a 3rd gen?

Sorry I haven't replied... I was busy w/ the holidays and work stuff...

I think "complete change in the architecture of the car" is overstating it. The biggest parts (engine, trans, fuel tank) all...
Forum: Engine Swap
12-16-2021, 12:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,203
Posted By syc0path

Electric vehicle (eV) conversion for a 3rd gen?

I have an '88 Trans Am 305, and I've been looking to add more power. I've been looking into an LSx swap, but it's not as straightforward as I hoped. There are issues like finding clearance in the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-18-2020, 12:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,550
Posted By syc0path

Re: Deciding when to take car off the road for the winter?

This year, I took it off the road after we got about 2" of snow in just after Thanksgiving. But then it was dry for several days, and I had a lot of running around to do. So I actually put it back...
Forum: Electronics
07-16-2020, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,254
Posted By syc0path

Hard-to-find instrument cluster bulbs

Full disclosure: this isn't for a 3rd gen. But it's a GM vehicle from the same era, so it very well could use the same bulbs as a 3rd gen. My dad is a restoring an '89 Chevy Celebrity (don't ask me...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-14-2020, 10:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,550
Posted By syc0path

Re: Deciding when to take car off the road for the winter?

Well going back to my original post, I did drive it that weekend. But we got a nasty storm a few days later that dropped about 8" of snow, which was really unusual for that time of year. But then...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-25-2019, 09:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 827
Posted By syc0path

Re: Help a performance noob add some power – possible LSx swap

I did some more research on this, and the LS6 6.0L looks appealing. As for the trans, the existing 700R4 works fine, but it's never had any service but a filter change and fluid added. It's 30+ yrs...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-08-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,550
Posted By syc0path

Deciding when to take car off the road for the winter?

I restored my TA in 2005. Since then, she's been a garage queen that I don't even drive in the rain, let alone snow and salt. I drive it as much as I can during the summer, but there's always the...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-07-2019, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 827
Posted By syc0path

Help a performance noob add some power – possible LSx swap

I have an ’88 Trans Am w/ a 305 TBI and a 700R4 trans w/ about 109k miles. It’s rated at 170HP, and the only performance mod is a Hypertech computer chip and K&N air filter. I’ve always felt the car...
Forum: Electronics
10-23-2019, 10:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,953
Posted By syc0path

Re: car battery recommendations?

I only mentioned the AGM battery becuz I was having the same problem w/ my riding mower batteries until some1 told me to switch to an AGM. That AGM battery has lasted much longer than the...
Forum: Electronics
10-22-2019, 10:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,953
Posted By syc0path

car battery recommendations?

I just lost yet another battery. I only seem to get about 3-4yrs out of them, and it's probably becuz the car sits so much -- I only drive it about 500-1000 miles/yr. I keep them on a trickle...
Forum: Interior
10-21-2019, 02:04 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 35,780
Posted By syc0path

Re: Firebird Odometer - Broken, but is there a fix?

So my odometer randomly started working again over the weekend. I drove the car about 15 miles while it wasn't working, and then it suddenly started again. I drove it another 30 or so miles after...
Forum: Interior
10-10-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 35,780
Posted By syc0path

Re: Firebird Odometer - Broken, but is there a fix?

Any1 know what Scott Speedometer charges for this repair? My odo just quit yesterday and I'm not sure I want to deal w/ all those little plastic parts.

Also, does any1 know how this repair...
Forum: Cooling
06-05-2019, 08:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

Re: New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

I finally got ahold of tech support yesterday, and after some back and forth, the tech finally figured it out.

The accumulator has standard R12 ports on it, and the kit comes w/ an adapter to...
Forum: Cooling
06-03-2019, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

Re: New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

I'm trying to charge the system w/ a gauge manifold, but the problem is that the gauge set's valve doesn't turn in far enough to open the Schrader valve in the low-pressure port on the accumulator....
Forum: Cooling
04-12-2019, 09:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

Re: New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

I finally got thru the manufacturer's tech support number (after being transferred a few times). He mentioned the guideline of adding 70-80% of the R12 amount. In this case, he said to add about...
Forum: Cooling
04-11-2019, 01:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

Re: New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

Well it sure would have been nice if the instructions had mentioned that! And thanks to DynoDave43 for the links to pressurized cans of oil... looks like that will save me the hassle of taking the...
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2019, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

Re: New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

I ran the pump again and it held vacuum, and I am now satisfied that the system is not leaking. So my next question is, how do I add PAG oil to the system? The old R12 systems used to have a...
Forum: Cooling
04-05-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

Re: New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

Yeah that makes a lot of sense and explains all the observations I've made. :thanks:
Forum: Cooling
04-03-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

Re: New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

Not until u suggested it! I ran the pump again last night, but this time it stayed at 27. In fact, I checked it again this morning (about 12hrs later) and it's still at 27.

So what happened...
Forum: Cooling
04-02-2019, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 935
Posted By syc0path

New AC system - vacuum leak or not?

As I mentioned in this thread (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/cooling/749138-ac-not-working-where.html)I bought an R134a conversion kit...
Forum: Cooling
01-24-2019, 01:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,843
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing heater core

As I mentioned earlier in this post, I replaced my heater core in December 2017. As I also mentioned before, the new heater core had pieces of solder in it, so I wasn't so sure about the build...
Forum: Cooling
12-29-2018, 03:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

Re: AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

Yeah, the gaps at the top and bottom is exactly what I'm worried about. I can add more foam, but it should be closed-cell and be about the same density as the original foam. I'm thinking something...
Forum: Cooling
12-28-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

Re: AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

I just noticed that in some places in the directions, it says the kit is for years 89-92, and in some places it say 88-92. I have an '88. Are there any differences between '88 and '89 that might...
Forum: Cooling
12-28-2018, 12:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

Re: AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

I got the Stage 3 kit, which comes w/ everything, rather than trying to piece it together or reuse 30yr old parts.

So far the installation has been pretty straightforward, but I'm having a problem...
Forum: Cooling
12-14-2018, 09:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

Re: AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

I'll also be happy that I won't have to listen to my wife complain that it's too hot out to drive a car w/ no AC:lol:

I'm ready to order... any1 have a discount code for Original Air? I tried...
Forum: Cooling
12-13-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

Re: AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

Sorry, I forgot to mention that I plan to convert to R134.

That's pretty much what I was looking for... how do u like it? Are the parts well-built, does it put out good, cold air, etc?

It's...
Forum: Cooling
12-11-2018, 01:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

Re: AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

Well I said this was gonna be a winter project... I just didn't say which winter! I'm gonna take sofakingdom's advice and replace all the parts. I started looking at Summit Racing... does any1 make...
Forum: History / Originality
09-05-2018, 01:52 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 58,276
Posted By syc0path

Re: Fuel Tank Vent Valve?

Add me to the list of people who need this part:mad: So I'm bringing this thread back from almost a year ago. Kloutfy, did u ever start making them?
Forum: Cooling
12-11-2017, 02:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,843
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing heater core

I think u gave a good description of what to expect -- the job went pretty much like I thought it would after reading your write-up.

It's certainly not a fun job, but in my experience, it was a...
Forum: Cooling
12-11-2017, 10:11 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,843
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing heater core

I did this job over the weekend, and this write-up was extremely helpful! I have a few things to add...

--I got a heater core out of a Camaro at a junkyard. I didn't trust it enough to put it in...
Forum: Problems / Help / Suggestions / Comments
11-27-2017, 07:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 380
Posted By syc0path

No "Off Topic" or general discussion forum?

I'm looking for advice on selling a house, and I was gonna post in the general, non-car-related forum. But I don't see 1 listed, which seems odd to me given how many members are on this site. Am I...
Forum: Cooling
11-27-2017, 06:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

Re: AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

Absolutely, definitely some good info here. I think I know what one of my winter projects is going to be!
Forum: Cooling
11-17-2017, 08:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,536
Posted By syc0path

AC not working, where is most likely source of leak?

I have an '88 Trans Am w/ the 305. The air conditioning stopped working a few years ago. I actually have some of the old freon, so I was able to recharge it. But it lasted less than a year. ...
Forum: Electronics
10-20-2016, 08:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,979
Posted By syc0path

Re: 1992 Headlight motor

Saw a pretty nice looking Fiero in a parking lot yesterday, and noticed the headlights were locked in the up position. I saw the driver heading over to the car, so I stopped and chatted w/ him for a...
Forum: Electronics
10-06-2016, 07:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,979
Posted By syc0path

Re: 1992 Headlight motor

I haven't had time to fix my headlights yet. I took the car out last weekend and it started getting dark, so I turned on the headlights, got out of the car, and manually pulled them all the way up. ...
Forum: Electronics
10-06-2016, 07:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,979
Posted By syc0path

Re: 1992 Headlight motor

Yeah that is good, but unfortunately it only shows the passenger-side headlight. The driver's side is more complicated. Watch that vid 1st, then watch these vids (which aren't as good) about the...
Forum: Electronics
09-06-2016, 01:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,979
Posted By syc0path

Re: 1992 Headlight motor

:iagree: I ordered a kit as well.
Forum: Electronics
08-29-2016, 01:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,979
Posted By syc0path

Re: 1992 Headlight motor

I think I may have a similar problem. I have an '88 Trans Am, and the last time I tried to use my headlights, the driver's side didn't come up all the way. The motor was spinning, but headlight...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-21-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,436
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

So I finally did this job over the weekend. Here are my experiences:

1) I did not remove the caliper or rotor

2)I know every1 says to take the A-arm bolts off 1st, but I was concerned about...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-07-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,436
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

Oh yeah, I should also mention that I ended up getting most of the parts from Summit. After taking shipping into account, they had the lowest overall price for the parts I wanted.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-07-2015, 01:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,436
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

Unfortunately the cold weather hit before I got a chance to do this job last fall, so I'm getting ready to do it this weekend.

While I was looking the car over and getting a feel for what needs...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-01-2014, 01:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,436
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

I'm getting ready to do this job in the next month or so. Based on what I've read, the bolts that hold the A-arms in have to be beaten out to remove them. It is possible to this w/o destroying them...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-04-2014, 07:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,736
Posted By syc0path

Re: Whining noise coming from rear of car -- fuel pump stuck on?

I don't know if this is related, but I had an issue w/ that canister last year. I was smelling gas under the hood, and it turned out that the purge valve(?) was stuck and was allowing fuel vapors to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-02-2014, 12:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,736
Posted By syc0path

Re: Whining noise coming from rear of car -- fuel pump stuck on?

It was a steady pitch. I recorded it on my phone by reaching under the back of the car, so maybe it seems like the pitch was changing becuz I was moving around.

I'll check out that valve... thanx!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-27-2014, 02:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,736
Posted By syc0path

Re: Whining noise coming from rear of car -- fuel pump stuck on?

I unbolted the fuel pump relay from the car so that I could easily unplug it if the noise ever recurred. Well it finally did, and I pulled the relay. The noise remained unchanged. And while I was...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-28-2014, 12:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,436
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

Do u mean to replace the rear springs as well? I replaced those in 2005 when I did a full restoration of the car. Wouldn't they still be ok?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-25-2014, 09:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,436
Posted By syc0path

Re: replacing struts, ball joints, bushings, etc -- have a couple questions

Thanks for your reply -- it's helpful!

The reason why this all started is that I took the car in for an alignment at a local shop that specializes in vintage/classic/collector cars. The owner put...
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