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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-03-2022, 12:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,673
Posted By micktroup

Re: Chrome or billet gfx emblems

Do you still make these and what price for a set of Z28 side, nose emblem, interior dash and rear bumper with the 5.7l fuel injection emblem?

you can reach me direct at michael_troup@hotmail.com
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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-14-2021, 04:06 PM
Replies: 546
Views: 74,822
Posted By micktroup

Re: Jeep cherokee and Astro van steering shafts

Do you still sell these shafts??
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
10-06-2021, 05:07 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 308
Posted By micktroup

Hatch struts for sale

A couple of years ago, I replaced my failed hatch struts. At the time, I did not know there were two types of struts- I bought the STRONGEST ones by mistake. Any HOO, after coping with ‘space shuttle...
Forum: Electronics
07-06-2021, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 386
Posted By micktroup

Re: Temp sender wire problem

‘8’ is the eighth digit...
Forum: Electronics
07-05-2021, 02:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 386
Posted By micktroup

Temp sender wire problem

I have a 1991 Z28 with the 5.7 TPI motor. The AC compressor is on the passenger side, the alternator on the driver side. When it was down for repairs(when AREN’T they?!), I had a rodent build a nest...
Forum: Electronics
06-13-2021, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 294
Posted By micktroup

mystery pigtail

The bulb socket that fits into the HVAC controls- bayonet mount- is broken on my car. Does anyone know the part number or source for this pigtail?
Forum: Body
04-05-2021, 12:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 896
Posted By micktroup

Re: Need help on 91-92 front spoiler install - please

I have a similar issue attaching my spoiler- it is in rough shape, so I am having to do major repairs. That being said, those plastic tabs sticking out of the spoiler go THROUGH slots in your lower...
Forum: Fabrication
04-04-2021, 07:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,761
Posted By micktroup

Re: Stock steering column and rack, anyone?

That’s some slick fabricatin’...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2021, 12:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 367
Posted By micktroup

Great customer service!

I had found that I needed to replace the universals on my 1991 Z28 driveshaft. In always preferring to do the work myself I ordered the parts and pulled the driveshaft. One of the universals had the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2021, 11:58 PM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,558
Posted By micktroup

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

Having replaced my fuel filter for the first time( I know, I KNOW!), I thought I would cut it open to see how MUCH load i’d been putting on my fuel pump......
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2021, 11:53 PM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,558
Posted By micktroup

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

Thought I’d redo my rear brakes- LONG overdue! From this: ...
Forum: Electronics
12-19-2020, 10:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 296
Posted By micktroup

Re: No power!

Sorry for my ignorance- what’s the C100 connector?

Mike
Forum: Electronics
12-19-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 296
Posted By micktroup

No power!

I need your help and direction, guys and girls...

Having had my car parked for several months, i’ve finally repaired the broken starter bolt, replaced the dead battery and... nothing.

Not only...
Forum: Electronics
12-10-2020, 01:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 418
Posted By micktroup

Wiring HELP!

I broke a starter bolt and it took me some time to extract the broken stud... ANYWAY, when I got the correct bolt in, my battery was DEAD. I replaced the battery and now I have NO power. No ignition,...
Forum: Interior
05-20-2020, 12:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 284
Posted By micktroup

Need help with A/C hard lines

So I’m repairing my a/c-heating system. I had an engine fire that torched an area of wiring and connections near the Map sensor. The fire completely vaporized the hard lines running from the vacuum...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-20-2020, 12:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 481
Posted By micktroup

Did I just screw up?

I just changed my diff fluid today. I’d say about a pint(drained out!). I refilled it with some standard Peak diff fluid as suggested by my mechanic, but this evening a friend asked if I had a Posi...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-10-2020, 09:08 PM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,558
Posted By micktroup

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

Is that one piece or three? Did you bend it on a brake? A little walk through would be much appreciated. Material??
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-04-2020, 03:12 PM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,558
Posted By micktroup

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

how did you make and fit that panel?? OUTSTANDING!
Forum: Body
12-31-2019, 04:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 588
Posted By micktroup

What are our ground effects made of?

I need to strip the paint off my lower door mounted ground effects on my 1991 Z28. I was going to use some SEM XXX Urethane Bumper Stripper, but it says not to use it on ABS and several other types...
Forum: Body
04-14-2019, 11:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 874
Posted By micktroup

Re: 91-92 chin spoiler: repair or replace?

How would you rate the Hawks spoiler? Does it have all the attachment tabs- what is the fit and finish like?
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
04-13-2019, 04:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,286
Posted By micktroup

OER products

So I had an IDIOT run into me and bend my hood- more on that later- but OER sells a hood for the 92 Z28 through Classic Industries that looks very economical. Anyone familiar with these and can offer...
Forum: Electronics
04-01-2019, 02:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 977
Posted By micktroup

Speedometer: works SOMETIMES

Occasionally, when I start up, the speedo doesn't work- just lays there like my ex-wife! Then, while I'm driving, suddenly it starts working. Anyone have a fix or idea of the problem?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2019, 11:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By micktroup

Random bolt size question...

I have two missing bolts I need to replace: 1) the bolt that holds the fuel line bracket to the front of the driver's side head on my 5.7L TPI is missing. 2) One of the bolts that retains the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-26-2019, 11:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 450
Posted By micktroup

Re: Turn Signals. Multiple issues strangely coincidental?

Might want to have your alternator tested. I had random issues- turn indicator on the cluster would come on and stay on, one or more idiot lights would come on and stay on. Tested the alternator and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-01-2019, 01:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 840
Posted By micktroup

Re: Engine fire cause?

Here is my experience.
I've had two 1991 Camaros: a 3.1 V6 and the 5.7 Z28 I have now. I've had engine fires in BOTH.
The V6 caught fire while I was driving it and when I opened the hood, there was...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2019, 01:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,050
Posted By micktroup

IAC was the culprit!

I've been having idle issues, particularly when cold- It won't idle at all until it warms up(goes into closed loop). At startup, I have to goose it and keep the revs up, working the brake pedal with...
Forum: Electronics
02-22-2019, 01:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 657
Posted By micktroup

Re: VATS wiring pigtail

Hi Scooter- I sent you a PM...
Forum: Electronics
02-19-2019, 01:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 657
Posted By micktroup

VATS wiring pigtail

My car will sometimes fail to start- the security light comes on but won't go off, indicating a VATS issue. Apparently, the key cylinder contacts are worn...
A friend at work who is familiar with...
Forum: TPI
01-29-2019, 11:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By micktroup

REALLY doesn't like to idle when cold...

My 1991 Z28 with the 5.7 has just had the timing reset and everything else looks ok, but it HATES to idle when cold. I have to keep the revs up and nurse her until it goes into 'closed loop'- then it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-24-2019, 10:01 PM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,558
Posted By micktroup

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

Do you have an ex-wife?
Forum: Body
01-21-2019, 08:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 874
Posted By micktroup

91-92 chin spoiler: repair or replace?

My chin spoiler, apart from the splits in the corners- broken right through, almost to the top- also is missing the tabs that go through the front fenders that are secured by clips on the inside.
I...
Forum: TPI
01-19-2019, 02:37 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,217
Posted By micktroup

Re: Intermittent check engine light. Maf? Need help.

Check all your vacuum lines too- particularly the EGR valve line- one of those comes loose and you'll throw a code...
Forum: Electronics
01-19-2019, 02:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,547
Posted By micktroup

Re: HELP! VATS Bypass from Override Motorsports

AAAAND... wouldn't you know it, the damn thing fired right up tonight!! I thought I would 'give it one more shot'- you know, what we all do when we go out to start these 30 year old cars in the...
Forum: Electronics
01-18-2019, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,547
Posted By micktroup

Re: HELP! VATS Bypass from Override Motorsports

I am an electronic ignoramus when it comes to these things, so your last sentence might as well have been in Greek! This is a daily driver that I need rolling pronto, and I can't get it to someone to...
Forum: Electronics
01-18-2019, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,547
Posted By micktroup

HELP! VATS Bypass from Override Motorsports

HELP! Looks like one of the contacts broke in my column ignition cylinder last night and the dreaded 'SECURITY' light came on and no crank. I have looked into the Vats bypass resister trick and came...
Forum: TPI
01-09-2019, 01:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 859
Posted By micktroup

Re: Alittle tpi pick me up

Does that work on a BONE stock engine?
Forum: TPI
01-07-2019, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 581
Posted By micktroup

Problem with TPS voltage

These electronic/computer/fuel injector cars can be a bit of a mystery. It's like a series of dominos, or a game of janga- everything trips into another thing... ANYWAY, my car failed smog because of...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-24-2018, 02:47 AM
Replies: 1,727
Views: 113,558
Posted By micktroup

Re: what did you do to your thirdgen today?

Did you BEAT his A$$?
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-24-2018, 01:56 AM
Replies: 442
Views: 106,724
Posted By micktroup

Re: 17x9 IROC wheels coming from Hawks!!!

I would KILL for a set of those in 18x9.5!!
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-11-2018, 02:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,420
Posted By micktroup

Re: Underhood heat barrier

Wow- someone should get you two a saucer of milk...
Forum: Pacific Region
10-05-2018, 02:33 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 20,022
Posted By micktroup

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Does a Kiwi in California with a 1991 Z28 count??
Forum: Electronics
09-28-2018, 02:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 381
Posted By micktroup

Won't start in neutral

Z28 won't start in neutral- I assume it's a wiring issue? Suggestions and photos of how to troubleshoot the problem?
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
09-25-2018, 09:16 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,016
Posted By micktroup

Re: October 2018 COTM **Voting Thread**

I keep seeing 5th Gens on the back of flatbeds with their front ends stove in, so I think they might be rare sooner than later...!
Forum: Electronics
09-23-2018, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 364
Posted By micktroup

Re: High beams and both turn lights on the dash on at start up!?!

No- I've had LEDs in the dash for years, but no other bulbs have been changed. I think it is my column: my high beam lever does nothing and to turn the high beams on normally, I have to use the tilt...
Forum: Electronics
09-23-2018, 02:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 364
Posted By micktroup

High beams and both turn lights on the dash on at start up!?!

Just put a new battery in and the last two times I have started it up, the high beams have been on and won't turn off and both the dash turn arrows are lit. After a couple of minutes at most,...
Forum: TPI
09-23-2018, 02:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,824
Posted By micktroup

Re: EGR Solenoid vacuum lines

Hooked up the vacuum lines from the throttle body to the solenoid and the solenoid to the egr. Car starts right up and I don't have to fight to keep it lit. Never ceases to amaze me how touchy the...
Forum: TPI
09-20-2018, 06:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,503
Posted By micktroup

Re: Can't get my injectors to stop LEAKING!!!

I have been working with Southbay. They sent me out two different o-rings: a set of black ones and a set of brown ones. The black ones seem a little chubbier than the brown. Not much, but a LITTLE-...
Forum: TPI
09-13-2018, 11:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,503
Posted By micktroup

Can't get my injectors to stop LEAKING!!!

I am absolutely losing my guano!! I can not get my #3 and #1 injectors to seal. They are Bosch 3s I purchased some years ago from Southbay and I can not get these two to seal tightly. I have replaced...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-13-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 357
Posted By micktroup

Hard line from the wiring harness

Another victim of my engine fire was the hard line that comes out of the harness and attaches to a vacuum line, feeding into a little two way valve(that also got destroyed). I've replaced the valve...
Forum: TPI
09-12-2018, 12:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,824
Posted By micktroup

Re: EGR Solenoid vacuum lines

Could be fuel or vacuum issues. Any idiot lights on the dash- have you checked for codes?
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