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Forum: Members Camaros
09-22-2018, 10:41 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,797
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Fall Pictures of my '83 Z28

Thanks for the nice words. I sadly don't get to enjoy the car as much as I'd like. I keep pretty detailed records of gas fillups, mileage, repairs etc and over the last 4-5 years I've averaged around...
Forum: Members Camaros
09-22-2018, 10:30 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,797
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Fall Pictures of my '83 Z28

Sorry for the delay...here is a photo of the trim tag - http://spd-kilz.com/upload/13.JPG
Forum: Members Camaros
08-26-2018, 05:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,797
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Fall Pictures of my '83 Z28

I'll check the car in the next couple days as I currently have it stored offsite.
Thank you
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-12-2015, 06:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 688
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Power Antenna Cable

Hey, did this ever sell? This is exactly what I'm after for my 87 IROC. can you please PM me or email me CHRIS AT SPD-KILZ DOT COM.

Shipped to Canada via USPS First Class Int'l or 13669.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
08-12-2015, 06:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,904
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Antenna to Radio Cable

Hi all; I am looking for the antenna cable that runs from the motor itself to the radio. Like the one in that attached picture. There are apparently more than one kind. I pulled one out of my 87...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-26-2014, 03:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 430
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Non-Functional T/C Lockup

Was out there again after doing some reading on here. Should I be getting 12V off the F pin on the ALDL? I don't.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-26-2014, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 430
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Non-Functional T/C Lockup

Thanks for the reply jmd. Had some time today to fiddle with the car...still not working but here is what I tested.

Tried to short out the A and F Pin on the ALDL at speed...did nothing.
...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-25-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 430
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Non-Functional T/C Lockup

TC Lockup has never worked in my car...before I bought it somebody unhooked the TCC Wire and zip tied it up out of the way. Fast forward to this year and I had the trans rebuilt with the addition of...
Forum: Electronics
10-24-2014, 05:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,672
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Help with Brake Switch / Torque Converter Wire

Cool; that's good to know! Here's the backstory.

Had the trans removed by shop A, rebuilt by shop B, and then reinstalled by Shop A. All seemed good; then a week after I got it back it started...
Forum: Electronics
10-23-2014, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,672
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Help with Brake Switch / Torque Converter Wire

Simple question...if someone has their dash already apart and doesn't mind taking a peak underneath.

Had the trans rebuilt recently...then afterwards was blowing fuses. Only way to solve it was...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-14-2014, 07:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 778
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: TCC Switch Problem

I did a quick look under the car and I can't even see any wiring going to the trans. The only thing I see is an empty plug on the drivers side of the trans above the pan. After disconnecting the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-14-2014, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 778
Posted By Spd-Kilz

TCC Switch Problem

Hi all; hopefully I don't ramble on too much...got a bit of an issue I'm trying to diagnose myself before I take it back to the shop (pain in the ***).

Just had my 700R4 rebuilt...mild build with...
Forum: History / Originality
05-27-2014, 07:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,865
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1le Vins

I was just about to post a similar question...but saw this thread and how someone mentioned (in 2005) that there was a list of the 1990 1LE cars. Anybody have a link to that?

A friend from...
Forum: History / Originality
03-08-2014, 09:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,759
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Where are my RPO Codes?

I should mention though; I ordered my vehicle information from the GM Vintage Vehicles service. Not cheap though at $75 but was worth it to see the complete list of options my car has. Here is the...
Forum: History / Originality
03-08-2014, 09:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,759
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Where are my RPO Codes?

Wow...old post! I never did find the build sheet for my '83. This past summer though I tried looking under both front seats with mirror and I didn't see anything. I didn't look too hard though as...
Forum: History / Originality
10-24-2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,334
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: how long did YOUR car sit before you bought it?

When I bought my 83 Z28, I received a previous appraisal report done in 1998 when the car had 19,200 miles on it. Fast forward to 2011 (13 yrs), when I went to see it for the first time, it had a...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
08-13-2013, 10:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 269
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Antenna Cable (Radio to Mast)

Hi all (again), I am looking for the antenna cable that runs from the back of the radio to the antenna mast itself. Stupidly while working on the rivets on the assembly, I drilled my cable pretty...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-13-2013, 07:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 227
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Rebuilt Power Antenna

Hi All, I am looking for a rebuilt/working power antenna assembly for my 83 Z28.

If you have one, please PM me with details including price or email - chris AT spd-kilz.com.

Thanks!
Forum: Car Audio
08-13-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,512
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Tips for pushing down stuck antenna

So a bit of an update, I finally got the assembly out without cutting it or getting it down. I found if you twist it 180 degrees so that the bracket is pointing towards you, you're able to pull it...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
08-12-2013, 08:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,143
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Rebuilt Antenna

Hi Blaine, my name is Chris, I just sent you an email with regards to picking one of these up. Please get back to me through email or PM here.

Thank you
Forum: Car Audio
08-12-2013, 12:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,512
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Tips for pushing down stuck antenna

Does anybody have any tricks on removing the antenna assembly with the antenna still up? I have tried pushing it straight down, twisting it while pushing, both with the motor running (in both...
Forum: Members Camaros
06-27-2013, 10:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,636
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: My 87 IROC-Z with 10k Original Miles

Both cars are gorgeous. Something about an unmolested, all original IROC does it for me! :nod:
Forum: Members Camaros
06-27-2013, 10:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,057
Posted By Spd-Kilz

My 1983 Z28 Comes Home

Won't bore you with the story; but this past weekend I brought my 1983 Z28 back to where it was sold new, Ontario Motor Sales Ltd. of Oshawa, Ontario. 2013 marks 30 years, so I decided this would be...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
05-29-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 296
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Light Grey Front Drivers Side Seatbelt - FREE

I have a single seatbelt that is light grey in colour, for the drivers side front. I don't have any pictures at the moment, but can take one upon request. Looks exactly like the one in this picture...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-15-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 756
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: New Rims for the 83

Depends, are you in Canada or USA?

For me; I live in Canada but am close enough to the border to ship them to the US and go pick them up.

If I were to ship them to Canada/directly to my door it...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-14-2013, 02:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 756
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: New Rims for the 83

Performance Plus Tire out of California - http://www.performanceplustire.com/
Forum: Members Camaros
05-14-2013, 11:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 756
Posted By Spd-Kilz

New Rims for the 83

So...on a whim...I ordered a new set of rims and tires for the 83. Not sure what I was thinking, but I like chrome and I can always switch back; so I figured "what the hell" :help:

Thoughts?
...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-10-2013, 03:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,857
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: My "Girls" all together (83, 87, 95)

Forgot the picture I took of them lined up ready to go from home.

https://i39.tinypic.com/2hz96h.jpg

I'm picking up the new rims and tires for the 83 on Monday or Tuesday, will post some new...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-05-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,857
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: My "Girls" all together (83, 87, 95)

Honestly have no clue as I bought it this way. It is NOT the original paint, but it is my understanding they did use the right code. I had the hood redone in 2011 by a local GM Dealer, and I...
Forum: Members Camaros
05-03-2013, 02:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,857
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: My "Girls" all together (83, 87, 95)

I wouldn't either, but with 20,000 miles, original paint (and everything else for that matter) I won't be touching it. I did just order a set of old school looking chrome rims though...but am...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-30-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,857
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: My "Girls" all together (83, 87, 95)

Hi all, I wanted to update this thread as I just participated in an indoor show here in my home town (Ottawa). There hasn't been one here in close to 10 years I think...so a lot of people were glad...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-20-2013, 07:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Siphoning Fuel from LG4 - Help!

Figured I'd update this for fellow idiots like me. :D After siphoning three cars in the past 12 hours...I've got it down pretty good.

I ended up hooking into the fuel line (larger of the two)...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-18-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Siphoning Fuel from LG4 - Help!

I've done a few searches but I'm stuck. Entered my cars in an indoor show next weekend and one of the requirements per fire code is that the cars must have less than 1/4 of a tank. I just brought...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-15-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 102,250
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1982-1984 Z28's pic thread!!!!!

Forgot to include my other mod...while I'll post a real pic of tomorrow...I ordered up the "USA-1" plate from the magazine adverts. I also got a real emblem from the selling dealership (not just a...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-15-2013, 07:31 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 102,250
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1982-1984 Z28's pic thread!!!!!

I'll have to check, but I either used 1/4" or 3/8" stuff. It was extremely tedious to lay properly...I didn't do a perfect job (especially on the first one) but unless you're 1 foot away from the...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-15-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 102,250
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1982-1984 Z28's pic thread!!!!!

Sorry it took so long, finally got around to doing this. Looks like I used wider tape for mine. I'm unsure about it...car'guy me likes it...but ThirdGen purist me says I'm ripping off the 82 Pace...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-16-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 102,250
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1982-1984 Z28's pic thread!!!!!

I've posted a few over the years for my TGO boys and girls to enjoy.

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/members-camaros/631060-fall-pictures-my-83-a.html
...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-16-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 102,250
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1982-1984 Z28's pic thread!!!!!

Cool, I think I'll try that as my first mod of 2013! I also just remembered that I have the rims here at home in the basement so I can try it next week (car is ~45 min away in storage facility)
...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-16-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 102,250
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1982-1984 Z28's pic thread!!!!!

That looks really sharp! Where did you get the stripes from? Is there a kit made for the wheels or did you use that pinstripe tape stuff you can buy at the store?

I'd be curious to try it out...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-25-2012, 09:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,261
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Complete Front end rebuild - Help

I'm pretty clueless when it comes to this stuff, what would be the advantage of going with the solid mounts/bushing? To me (with my limited knowledge) that seems that would make the ride...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-24-2012, 07:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,261
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Complete Front end rebuild - Help

Hey folks...first off Merry Christmas to my ThirdGen Brothers and Sisters!

I'm in the process of putting together the parts list to rebuild the front end on my 87 IROC-Z which has ~100,000 miles...
Forum: Members Camaros
12-03-2012, 09:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,245
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Fall Pictures of my '87 IROC-Z

Thanks for the kind words. She doesn't look as great in person, but she's come a long way. I wish I had the "before" pics, the car was pink (oxidation) when I got it.

Little bit of an update;...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-19-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,857
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: My "Girls" all together (83, 87, 95)

Seems like it...but not on purpose...just the right cars at the right time.
Forum: Members Camaros
11-19-2012, 02:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,857
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: My "Girls" all together (83, 87, 95)

Offsite storage for the win! Garage hosts the normal cars..no brushing here. :nod:
Forum: Members Camaros
11-19-2012, 01:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,857
Posted By Spd-Kilz

My "Girls" all together (83, 87, 95)

I don't know why I didn't post these back in August when I took them...but who knows. I helped organize a car show in a small town just outside Ottawa...so I decided it would be the perfect time to...
Forum: Members Camaros
11-19-2012, 01:06 PM
Replies: 354
Views: 102,250
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: 1982-1984 Z28's pic thread!!!!!

Wow looks like a twin sister to mine (83, pics on Page 4). Instead of chasing down all the leaks, I just replaced every hose/line that could be changed with all new Delco replacements. Good luck...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
09-22-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,209
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Thumbs up to Hawks Third Gen!

Sorry for the long post; I like to give companies the positive feedback they deserve.

Short Verion
TWO THUMBS UP FOR HAWKS THIRD GEN - DO NOT HESITATE TO BUY HERE. GREAT COMPANY.

Long...
Forum: Interior
08-31-2012, 11:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 685
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Black or Grey Seatbelts

As it turns out, grey might be the only option. :idiot:

I've talked to a lot of companies, and they all only have LH and RH NOS in light grey. Supposidely the passenger side has been...
Forum: Interior
08-30-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 685
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Black or Grey Seatbelts

Hey guys, quick poll since I'm undecided. My '83 Z28 has dark grey seat belts with busted upper recoils, I have been watching these forums and eBay for over a year now trying to find a replacement...
Forum: Electronics
08-01-2012, 09:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 22,301
Posted By Spd-Kilz

Re: Driver's side brake light doesn't work (but running light does)

So....update! Replaced both bulbs with brand new ones (bought 2 sets luckily, managed to break one in my hands, OUCH), and at first had the same issue. Took both bulbs out, and cleaned out all of...
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