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Forum: Interior
10-02-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 35,758
Posted By Val

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

So i've been on Thirdgen before it even was thirdgen.org, and I'm still amazed at this community.
My current thirdgen only has 40k miles and the odo/trip just stopped (everything ages). And what...
Forum: Cooling
07-29-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 78,862
Posted By Val

Re: R4 to Sanden for Serpentine Systems

Word of warning. That variable orifice tube took a **** on me. Howling and vibrating. (And AC no longer worked). Replaced it with a .062 orifice tube. I just got it from napa by asking for a...
Forum: Cooling
06-26-2018, 05:43 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 78,862
Posted By Val

Re: R4 to Sanden for Serpentine Systems

A thank you to the guys who did the leg work on this.
I used the Dirty Dingo adapter kit and it worked fine. One of the spacers was a bit short, but it works without any issue....
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
05-13-2012, 10:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,253
Posted By Val

Re: 1988 Pontiac Trans Am/GTA $1800 FIRM

If it were in TX I would already have it.
To bad having it shipped would cost so much.
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
10-03-2011, 09:23 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,128
Posted By Val

Re: 1991 Formula 5.7L,auto,T-tops,red paint,black cloth,35,600mi.,13.2sec1/4mi

WOOT ME!! :-) I have to goto the bank to borrow the money.... But I just cant let my dream car go past me! I've been watching it since it was orginally posted, and cried that I couldnt buy...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
04-10-2011, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 387
Posted By Val

NEW Door Panel top plates (east TX)

I've had these things kicking around my garage for 10+ years with the thought that one day I may get another 3rd gen. But now its time to sell them. Just shoot me a PM with what your willing to...
Forum: TPI
06-30-2006, 11:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,018
Posted By Val

Well, one thing to remember is that i'm in...

Well, one thing to remember is that i'm in Houston. And if it gets below 50F people freak and think a ice age has started. If your in the great white north your car might be a bit more touchy...
Forum: TPI
06-30-2006, 01:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,018
Posted By Val

I just removed the injector and the fuel tube...

I just removed the injector and the fuel tube (and pluged the fuel rail) and thats it. Never did anything to the prom. Car still started fine for me and ran like that for years before I sold it.
Forum: South Central Region
02-11-2006, 08:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 982
Posted By Val

Well I took a new job with Union Pacific and i'm...

Well I took a new job with Union Pacific and i'm stuck in Omaha till April, and after that my work schedule will be unknown. BUT if at all possible I would come run the old bird for a few pulls....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-17-2005, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 717
Posted By Val

Once a machine shop is done with it and...

Once a machine shop is done with it and magnafluxs it, all doubt should be removed from a junkyard block. And you need to do that with the new block anyway so you could save some $$.

Some people...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-10-2005, 08:52 AM
Replies: 301
Views: 22,261
Posted By Val

This is the best post ever, as its had a 5 year...

This is the best post ever, as its had a 5 year run.

Currently 214k miles on the factory 350TPI and 700R4. They are rather tired, and have to be treated with TLC, but still have spunk.
Forum: South Central Region
09-22-2004, 09:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 434
Posted By Val

in a perfect world. 15k But in reality...

in a perfect world. 15k

But in reality probably 5k if you need to sell it quick. if you take your time to sell it you may get 7k out of the right person. As a general rule. Take what you have...
Forum: South Central Region
08-11-2004, 09:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,020
Posted By Val

:D

:D
Forum: South Central Region
08-02-2004, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 686
Posted By Val

Definatly see if you can exchange it for a roller...

Definatly see if you can exchange it for a roller cam. The flat tap should work but the roller cams will have a far more aggressive ramp on the lift, allowing the valve to open sooner.

You can...
Forum: South Central Region
07-31-2004, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,020
Posted By Val

TexasLT4, you have mail.

TexasLT4, you have mail.
Forum: South Central Region
02-27-2004, 04:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 537
Posted By Val

Never realized that.

Never realized that.
Forum: South Central Region
02-27-2004, 02:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 537
Posted By Val

Dont forget about the coldstart injector on the...

Dont forget about the coldstart injector on the 85-88 as well.
Forum: South Central Region
02-27-2004, 02:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 537
Posted By Val

I know one thing. I'm flushing the Iroc's...

I know one thing. I'm flushing the Iroc's coolant with distilled water this weekend!!!!
Forum: South Central Region
02-27-2004, 12:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 537
Posted By Val

his intake is corroded?? How the hell did that...

his intake is corroded?? How the hell did that happen?? I can't even imagine the kind of coolant problems he must have that would corrode aluminum bad enough to warrent replacing the whole...
Forum: South Central Region
02-27-2004, 11:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 347
Posted By Val

I would recomend disconnecting the battery first,...

I would recomend disconnecting the battery first, or it might be a day you never forget :) :)

A car thief in houston supposidly was drilling out the lock on a Benz and dedonated the bag,...
Forum: South Central Region
02-27-2004, 09:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 582
Posted By Val

NM my question was answered up above. I didnt...

NM my question was answered up above. I didnt see it.
Forum: South Central Region
02-10-2004, 11:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 362
Posted By Val

Shoot me an email at val@shsu.edu I'm sure we...

Shoot me an email at val@shsu.edu I'm sure we can work something out.
Forum: South Central Region
02-09-2004, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 362
Posted By Val

My car will be in the Houston Auto Auction on 2-14-04

Welp I need cash in a bad way so i'm gonna try and auction off my bird. You can see it here (http://www.shsu.edu/~stdvjs11/) . I'm gonna try and start the bidding at 3k.

So if you want to...
Forum: South Central Region
06-16-2003, 09:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By Val

I was running late and then I went to the track...

I was running late and then I went to the track instead of the hotel on Sat. It was almost 2 by the time I got to Ennis and I decided just to turn around and go home. :-(

Any other shows or...
Forum: South Central Region
06-02-2003, 08:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By Val

I registered already for the show. Come see me...

I registered already for the show. Come see me and firebird if you come!!

PS i'm not hopping to win. I just want a good spot to show off the bird.
Forum: South Central Region
05-05-2003, 11:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 351
Posted By Val

2 cars for sale

Welp I had to make a choice. Iroc or Formula. I chose to keep the Iroc. I just can't split my time and money on 2 cars.

www.shsu.edu/~stdvjs11 is where to find all the info on the cars...
Forum: TPI
10-04-2002, 07:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Val

Not a clogged cat, it's gutted. Can't get to...

Not a clogged cat, it's gutted.

Can't get to the car till this weekend. Will tell you when I figure it out.
Forum: South Central Region
10-03-2002, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 333
Posted By Val

damn. Wish you were closer. The camaro is...

damn. Wish you were closer. The camaro is having tranny problems. (think it is the TQ converter)
Forum: TPI
10-01-2002, 02:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Val

yes I have changed the filter when I put in the...

yes I have changed the filter when I put in the new pump, and again after this problem.

I have not done a flow test yet. After I get the runner bolt problem fixed i'll look at the flow of the...
Forum: TPI
10-01-2002, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Val

fuel pressure is steady at 45psi. I...

fuel pressure is steady at 45psi.

I currently belive it is a vaccum leak. One of the inside runner bolts is stripped out. I'll be taking the runner off and looking at trying to retap it today.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-29-2002, 09:19 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 22,261
Posted By Val

HOLY CRAP!!! A post got resurrected after a year...

HOLY CRAP!!! A post got resurrected after a year in purgatory!!!
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-29-2002, 03:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 593
Posted By Val

88 ECM's 305 vs 350

I'm wondering if I can swap my ECM out of my 305 camaro into my 350 formula without damaging the ECM?

I'm trying to diagnose a problem but don't want to spend $150 on a ECM if it is not needed.
...
Forum: TPI
09-29-2002, 11:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Val

It's not the coolant sensor. I just changed it...

It's not the coolant sensor. I just changed it and it didn't get any better. It does run better with the coolant sensor unpluged though.

I did notice that it is running extreamly lean! I've...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-28-2002, 09:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 302
Posted By Val

dammmmit!!!! I was hoping it was the pump!! ...

dammmmit!!!!

I was hoping it was the pump!! Suspected the TQ converter, but was hoping I was wrong.

Never even though about the flexplate!! Which makes sense the more I think about it.

I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-28-2002, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 372
Posted By Val

You checked the IAC? It could have stuck closed...

You checked the IAC? It could have stuck closed not allowing any air past it.

Don't forget that your two problems might not be related. Having two seperate problems at the same time has screwed...
Forum: TPI
09-28-2002, 08:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,322
Posted By Val

without NOS your looking at $8000+ with NOS...

without NOS your looking at $8000+

with NOS your looking at $4000+, but a shorter lifespan of your car.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-28-2002, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 302
Posted By Val

Sounds like a Turbine Engine

I have problems with both my cars now. Firebird problems are listed HERE (https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/showthread.php?s=&threadid=134847)

But my IROC is making a freaking loud "WWRRRRRRRRRR"...
Forum: TPI
09-28-2002, 04:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 496
Posted By Val

Just take your time and when you start lowering...

Just take your time and when you start lowering the rear it helps to have a friend handy. Make sure you use your super memory pills to help remember where what bolts go where. Although most of...
Forum: TPI
09-28-2002, 03:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By Val

Car won't rev past idle.

I'll start from the top.

Over a month ago my fuel pump died. After I got it changed out it ran for a week then started hesitating really bad. It got to the point that touching the gas made it...
Forum: TPI
09-28-2002, 02:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 365
Posted By Val

It ended up being the IAC being stuck. Bad...

It ended up being the IAC being stuck. Bad timming I guess.

I have other problems now, but will start a new post for that.

Thanks guys. First thing I did this morning is check the fuses!!!
Forum: TPI
09-27-2002, 08:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 365
Posted By Val

New injectors not working.......need ideas

A month ago I put in a new fuelpump and last week my car started runing rough. I could hear some of the injectors making a loud clacking sound. A quick listen with a stethoscope and I confermend 3...
Forum: South Central Region
09-27-2002, 08:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 291
Posted By Val

Convertible Wanted!!

I'm looking for a 90-92 TPI convertiable. Needs to be VERY clean. Willing to pay what it's worth but don't want to get ripped off.


Would like it to be a TA but will look at Camaro's as well....
Forum: Power Adders
07-23-2002, 01:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,138
Posted By Val

Sorry cody, I was already contacted by someone...

Sorry cody,
I was already contacted by someone offering to buy it, and told them yes.

I'm glad someone is having goodluck with these things. I had the oil cooler, and ALWAYS used ford type f...
Forum: Power Adders
07-22-2002, 05:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,138
Posted By Val

:) :) :) :) :) Well, after putting maybe 12k...

:) :) :) :) :)
Well, after putting maybe 12k miles on this thing with TWO rebuilds I'm not happy. I probably would not be so upset except that Paxton bacically droped the ball drive line and...
Forum: Power Adders
07-22-2002, 02:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,138
Posted By Val

I've talked to Paridise Wheels and they want $700...

I've talked to Paridise Wheels and they want $700 for the rebuild. Well I've never gotten 7k miles on this POS before it eats a bearing. So no way in hell am I dumping anymore money into it!!
...
Forum: South Central Region
07-16-2002, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By Val

yeah. I bought that box from 89ROC

yeah. I bought that box from 89ROC
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-14-2002, 10:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,801
Posted By Val

well I would buy a $5 mechanics stephiscope and...

well I would buy a $5 mechanics stephiscope and use it to narrow down your problem. Most auto parts have them.

good luck.
Forum: South Central Region
07-14-2002, 01:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By Val

Some current suspension pics

Here are some in-progress pics of the Birds FP change.

I've already por-15'ed the rear and most of the parts, just haven't got pics of it yet.

here is the picture directory...
Forum: Power Adders
07-14-2002, 12:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 633
Posted By Val

link for you bill. LINK...

link for you bill. LINK (https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/showthread.php?s=&threadid=115142)

some of the pics are linked, so you might have to click them.
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