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Forum: Camaros for Sale
03-19-2021, 11:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,807
Posted By Gary

Re: 1987 5.7L IROC-Z FOR SALE

I uploaded pictures, however, they didn't show on the ad, very strange. I'll try again....
Forum: Camaros for Sale
03-19-2021, 06:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,807
Posted By Gary

1987 5.7L IROC-Z FOR SALE

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/1540x2000/iroc1_ef676f8c575b4858e135f3e3995913483acfc757.jpg...
Forum: Brakes
04-28-2020, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,459
Posted By Gary

Socket size to remove lower control arm rear bolt

I'm doing the rear disk brakes on my 87 IROC. When I went to remove the rear lower control arm bolt to lower the control arm to get access to the lower caliper bolt, I didn't have correct size...
Forum: Brakes
04-26-2019, 09:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 759
Posted By Gary

Re: Seating rear brake caliper piston 87 IROC-Z

I'm familiar with the tab, I've done over 100 brake jobs on various vehicles, just wasn't sure about the seating of the piston. First rear brake job on my IROC, which I've owned for 32 years with...
Forum: Brakes
04-26-2019, 08:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 759
Posted By Gary

Re: Seating rear brake caliper piston 87 IROC-Z

Thanks that what I thought.
Forum: Brakes
04-24-2019, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 759
Posted By Gary

Seating rear brake caliper piston 87 IROC-Z

I have an 87 IROC-Z with the 5.7L engine. Does the rear caliper piston push in like the front or does it screw back into the caliper?

Thanks.
Gary
Forum: Brakes
05-29-2010, 08:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,109
Posted By Gary

Rear Calipers 87 IROC

I am having the same problem with my rear disc brakes as everyone else is experiencing. I am thinking of changing the rear calipers, but, cannot get a straight answer from part stores on-line. Some...
Forum: Body
05-08-2006, 09:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 610
Posted By Gary

Exterior Window Sealing Strip

The shop manual states the window glass has t be removed to replace the Exterior Window Sealing Strip. I have an 87 IROC, has anybody changed this sealing strip without removig the glass?

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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-23-2004, 12:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 858
Posted By Gary

Attention: Any G.m. Techs Or Parts People

Hey Guys,

It's been a few years since I've been on this board and I have a question for any of the GM technicians on this board. My questions isn't related to my IROC, I have an annoying problem...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-12-2004, 07:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 307
Posted By Gary

Any GM Techs or parts people here? Brake Noise

Hey Guys,

It's been a few years since I've been on this board and I have a question for any of the GM technicians on this board. My questions isn't related to my IROC, I have an annoying problem...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-18-2003, 08:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 392
Posted By Gary

POWER STEERING PUMP RESOLVED

The problem with my steering locking up was not the pump, or any other front end components. It turns out some jerk at the factory left a socket on the retaining nut between the intermediate shaft...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-16-2003, 09:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 392
Posted By Gary

No, the belt is fine, and all the front end...

No, the belt is fine, and all the front end components are in perfect condition. I get no belt noise (squelling at all ), the steering just completely freezes up and the pully on the pump is turning.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-16-2003, 05:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 392
Posted By Gary

Power Steering Pump

I have an 87 IROC-Z that I haven't been driiving too much the past couple of years, it has 50,000 miles on her and I have maintained it well the 16 years I've owned it. The other day I was driving...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-06-2003, 05:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 419
Posted By Gary

Somebody here must have changed these hoses at...

Somebody here must have changed these hoses at some point?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2003, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 419
Posted By Gary

Coolant Hoses

Does anybody know the size of the two three inch long coolant hoses on the oil cooler, are they 3/4 inch, or some odd ball size that has to be specially ordered through G.M.?

Thanks

Gary
Forum: Exhaust
08-28-2002, 12:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 420
Posted By Gary

Cat Back Installation

I'm finally replacing the original exhaust system on my 87 IROC 350 with a flowmaster system. Can I easily remove the system from the cat back and put the new system on with the back tires on my...
Forum: TPI
02-05-2002, 08:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 661
Posted By Gary

Intake Manifold Bolts

Has anyone replaced the torx intake manifold bolts with regular hex head bolts? Does GM have a replacement bolt and what is the part #

Thanks

Gary
Forum: TPI
09-18-2001, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,465
Posted By Gary

I thought the CTS went on my car a few years ago,...

I thought the CTS went on my car a few years ago, did the tests and it proved to be okay. It was the computer not reading the CTS values correctly, I had to replace the ECM. Incidently, my fan...
Forum: Electronics
09-18-2001, 05:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 477
Posted By Gary

Voltmeter

Where does the voltmeter measure the voltage? Coming out of the alternator, or the voltage coming out of the battery. The other day I put a digital voltmeter on my battery, started the engine...
Forum: TPI
09-07-2001, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 338
Posted By Gary

Fuel Injectors - Question for Canucks

I live in Ottawa, and was wondering if there are any good places in Canada to have my injectors cleaned and flow matched. Are there any good places to buy new injectors, I'm fed up with brokerage...
Forum: TPI
09-05-2001, 03:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 434
Posted By Gary

Bolt Thread Sealer

What sealer do you guys use on your intake manifold torx fasteners to stop them from becoming loose? These things are a pain in the *** , they don't seem to keep tight.

Gary
Forum: TPI
08-22-2001, 01:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 428
Posted By Gary

INTAKE LEAK

I have a few questions regarding the intake manifold. Is there a way of permanently sealing the intake? What gaskets are you guys using? Mine has developed a very small leak at the front left...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
06-28-2001, 06:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 908
Posted By Gary

My name is Gary and I'm in the 40+ group. I'm...

My name is Gary and I'm in the 40+ group. I'm the original owner of my 87 IROC-Z 5.7L, she's only got 83,000 Kilometers on it and it's in original mint condition. Good to see some S.Ontario people...
Forum: TPI
06-27-2001, 05:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By Gary

Use two small C-clamps with a small piece of wood...

Use two small C-clamps with a small piece of wood between the squeezing surfaces, this will prevent damage to the rubber line. I believe the G.M. TSB's state 20 minutes is a normal bleed down time....
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
06-27-2001, 05:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 578
Posted By Gary

I'm from Ottawa. I think the guys have already...

I'm from Ottawa. I think the guys have already hit on the reason for lack of response, nobody ever scrolls down to the bottom of the page.

Gary
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
06-22-2001, 05:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 494
Posted By Gary

I live in Nepean, which I guess is now Ottawa.

I live in Nepean, which I guess is now Ottawa.
Forum: TPI
06-06-2001, 05:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 446
Posted By Gary

I mounted mine in the stock location by using two...

I mounted mine in the stock location by using two thick metal L shaped brackets I bought from my local hardware store. I drilled the necessary holes to mount the coil, then the L shape of the...
Forum: TPI
01-23-2001, 12:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 367
Posted By Gary

Our engines are prone to intake gasket leaks,...

Our engines are prone to intake gasket leaks, that's probably the problem in your engine. Head gaskets if the cooling system is flushed regularily don't go that often.

Gary
Forum: TPI
01-22-2001, 05:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 416
Posted By Gary

My car is stored away for the winter so I can't...

My car is stored away for the winter so I can't check it for sure but I set the voltage at either .060 or .062 volts. Made a world of differenc when starting the engine hot.

Gary
Forum: TPI
01-18-2001, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 416
Posted By Gary

I had the same problem with my 87 350TPI, chased...

I had the same problem with my 87 350TPI, chased the problem for years, even GM couldn't figure it out under warranty. I adjusted the TPS to the max voltage at closed throttle and it now starts at...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-16-2001, 05:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 398
Posted By Gary

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Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-16-2001, 03:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 398
Posted By Gary

My brother's Cavalier has the 2.2L four banger,...

My brother's Cavalier has the 2.2L four banger, what do you suggest?

Thanks

gary
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-15-2001, 10:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 398
Posted By Gary

Attention GM Tech

This isn't a Camaro/Firebird question but I need whatever advice you can give me about this problem. My brother purchased a 2000 Cavalier last summer, it now has roughly 8000 miles on it and the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-18-2000, 12:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 368
Posted By Gary

The UPS brokerage fees are ridiculous, I...

The UPS brokerage fees are ridiculous, I purchased an Air Foil from SLP earlier in the year. Their fees were more than what I paid for the air foil. I would have been better off buying the thing in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-18-2000, 06:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 728
Posted By Gary

It's possible the alternator is causing the ecm...

It's possible the alternator is causing the ecm problem. When you say the voltage jumps up to 14 volts, perhaps it is going higher than what you see and is damaging the ECM. Have you checked the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-18-2000, 05:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 368
Posted By Gary

Have any Canadians used cruzinperformance

I was wondering if anybody on this board from Canada has sent their injectors to cruzing performance to be cleaned. I am asking because I would like to know what charges you had to pay the idiots in...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-19-2000, 05:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 774
Posted By Gary

I installed mine back in 94, and I've had no...

I installed mine back in 94, and I've had no problems with it at all. Every product no matter how good the quality control is going to have some bad components from time to time.

Gary
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