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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-19-2015, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,727
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Power steering pump doing nothing

I've never experienced that problem. If you don't have one, this is the type of pulley remover you need for these.

http://www.harborfreight.com/pulley-remover-and-installer-set-40749.html

I...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
10-09-2015, 09:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,208
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Stolen 85 Trans AM

I didn't think people stole these cars anymore... Guess I should put a theft-deterrent in mine. Sorry about your luck. I've got my eyes out for it too.
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
10-05-2015, 07:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,717
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Taylor Spark Plug Wires

I have used Taylors for a while. I tested an old set (4 +years) I've had on my GMC pickup the other day when I thought they were causing me issues. Turns out it was cap/rotor. Tested them for...
Forum: History / Originality
02-07-2015, 01:33 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 17,899
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: 1986 GM/Players Trans Am

One more thing with regard to Spendard's car, and possibly others. The previous owner and I were talking about advancing timing on these cars, as I was driving my '89 at the time and found it tended...
Forum: History / Originality
02-06-2015, 10:08 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 17,899
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: 1986 GM/Players Trans Am

I feel I have to jump in here, just for a sec. Not meaning to steal Munyguy's thunder, but this is info worth sharing. In the past, I had a chance to talk with the guy that sold Munyguy the car in...
Forum: Brakes
01-22-2015, 06:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 606
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: 88 GTA - Ultimate Stock setup for non-PBR rears?

LT1 calipers will fit on your 9 bolt with 9 bolt-specific brackets. You can find them used (maybe?), or get a new set from flynbye.com.
Forum: Body
01-22-2015, 12:10 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,574
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Need rust opinion :(

You should be checking your floors for significant holes, and make sure the mounts that the rear trailing/control arms fasten into on the floor are sound. It looks like a car that has been driven in...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
09-09-2014, 09:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 631
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Parting 1982 Trans Am

Parting 1982 Trans Am. White on red, PMD's, 305 w/ TH350, t-tops, every option except power mirrors and hood flap/CIA. Front pans look ok, rear torque boxes are falling out of the car. NOT ROAD...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
08-30-2014, 09:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,012
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Old School Posters Roll Call!

Still here, still parting/buying/selling/building. Somehow, the damned things multiplied over time...have the one that started it all, and then some!
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
07-24-2014, 12:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,029
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Rear disc capiler brackets

This depends on what rear end you are running. There are a few different options used on the thirdgen cars, however, the only stock rear calipers I would even consider using are the PBR/aluminum...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
01-11-2014, 01:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,391
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Hello! Intro and looking for advice on trying to attain a Firebird for myself

Hey, welcome to the boards. Best advice I can give is decide what you want, save your money and buy a good, solid car that is as free of rust as you can get. Rot kills these cars. Oil spray will...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
08-31-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,054
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Curb damage. Need some advice.

Hey, welcome back, sorry to hear about your off-road adventure. Not sure if I am stating something you already know, but the pin is called a split pin or a roll pin. A quick look on google shows...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-08-2013, 10:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 710
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: PARTING COMPLETE 1985 TRANS AM

I'm going to second that. Not to tell anyone what to do, but it took me a YEAR to find nearly the same car, probably in not as nice a condition as yours is. I don't know the rules in the US, but in...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
05-08-2013, 10:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,177
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: How in the hell?

Firstly, SixShooter, excellent post re:emissions equipment. To the original poster and others, here is the deal. For the pre-87 and older vehicles, we need to appear visually correct; even if you...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-13-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 905
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Parting 89 GTA

Anything left of the seats?
Forum: History / Originality
02-22-2013, 10:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,720
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: 1985 Trans Am V8 only 58k all original miles

I dunno. I bought my 85 T/A two years ago with 149,000 miles and its in better shape body-wise than that. I paid 3K Canadian. Its black on black, 85% original paint, loaded with the LG4, auto and...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
02-16-2013, 04:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,534
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: 88 GTA BLACK Leather Seats $450

Pm'd
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-27-2012, 11:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,004
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Consistent Squeaking that Amplifies Under Hard Cornering

This is a bit of a long shot, but check to make sure the ball joints are well lubed. My girlfriend has a lowered Gm truck with non-greaseable ball joints and one recently went dry. It squeaked...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-08-2012, 10:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,193
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: paRTING OUT 2 Entire GTAS one with a 305 and one with a 350 TPI

Tom,

There is an Ontario Classifieds thread. Not to take any parts away from everyone else, but you might have some interest there with local folks. You can ship Canada Post as well, generally...
Forum: Body
05-03-2012, 09:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 985
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: NEED REAR MUD FLAPS...HELP

I have one NOS one for a Camaro...not sure if its front or rear, doubt it matters.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-01-2012, 11:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

First, thanks Orr89 and InfernalVortex for your responses. I appreciate it takes time to respond in detail. Second, I agree that accord's response was short, but he did address the question. On...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-21-2012, 11:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

I'm not up on my shock technology. Why is the monotube better? I don't relish the thought of having to unbolt the shocks every time I track the car, but if its better, then its better.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-21-2012, 11:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

accordlxrj - sent you a PM

Orr89 - Thanks for your comments. That's sort of why I was questioning the need for the double adjustables. Any reason you went with the Tokico's rather than other...
Forum: Body
04-19-2012, 11:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,979
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: T-Tops

I think there is a thread somewhere on here about someone who converted a factory hardtop to a factory t-top, matching the plugwelds and everything else to do it seamlessly. Also, back in the day, a...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-19-2012, 10:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

Right, those are the regular 4th gen, and yes, the 3rd gens are only adjustable off the car. What I meant was is there a measurable benefit of the normal 4th gens over the double adjustable 4th gens...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-19-2012, 03:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

For the time being I'll be running the factory installed WS4 springs. Those should allow the front to lift. Now I thought about the rear double adjustables but Sam Strano said not to bother unless...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
04-17-2012, 10:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,666
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Intro & my 84 Z28

Welcome to the boards. Car looks pretty good. Your list of "to do's" needs another thing added. Subframe connectors.

Enjoy the site.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-12-2012, 06:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

That is essentially what I had in mind, using the shocks to tune the suspension.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-12-2012, 12:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

Pablo, Kevin, thanks for the input. I don't need to pull the trigger soon, just like to make a decision so if I do decide to spring for the Koni's, I don't miss the current sale. Otherwise, no...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-11-2012, 02:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

Thanks for responding Pablo. Was reading your post on springs the other day, nice stuff.

I am serious about having a car that is fun to drive on the street, take hard around the on/off ramps,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-11-2012, 11:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

Thanks for the replies. Yes, the Tokico's would be the other choice for this application. And yes, Koni's are on sale...I think until May? I will check Tirerack. My issue is shipping across the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-10-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,249
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Anyone build a street/strip car with Koni Sports?

Putting together a street/strip car, 70% street, 30% strip. I have been looking on the boards and talking to various experts (UMI, Strano, local shops, etc.). No one says anything bad about them,...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-01-2012, 10:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,096
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Ughh! Cross member Bolts Snapped! Advice Sought

Considering the fact that the bolts aren't rotten, I think you could get it out with an EZ-out. Yes, the EZ-outs are brittle, but I have used them successfully in the past. I would lube the crap...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-17-2012, 10:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 549
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: First project

Keep in mind no matter what engine (350 or 305) you rebuild, you will spend about the same money to do either. I would direct you towards a Vortec head on a 350 block for a very good, streetable...
Forum: Members Camaros
03-17-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 549
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: First project

I think in the interest of being able to drive and enjoy the car, you might want to see if the existing engine is saveable. If it looks ok (no water in the oil, plugs aren't completely gunked to...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-14-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,206
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Best shock/struts for street/strip with eibach pro kit

Hey, I know this is an old thread, but you must have come up with a solution. Care to share? I am trying to accomplish something similar.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-28-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,306
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: How should I invest 1000 dollars in my Camaro?

That's a nice car.

For $1000, I'd put in SUB FRAME CONNECTORS, better brakes and upgraded suspension (shocks/struts), aftermarket ignition coil, K&N (or similar) air filter. All of those will...
Forum: Exhaust
02-18-2012, 12:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 629
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Gold particles

Depends on the cat. I *think* the old ones had pellets and that would explain the flecks if it was starting to actually rattle apart. The new ones are ceramic grids with the metals impregnated into...
Forum: Exhaust
02-18-2012, 12:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,794
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: How worth it is headers?

I think the "worth" of it depends on the result you are anticipating from the install. If you are expecting it to be a rocketship after installing headers, you're going to be disappointed. I threw...
Forum: Body
01-26-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 677
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: 87 gta paddle style mirrors?

I know where a set used to be in a local wreckers. No idea if its still there. I'm in Ontario, Canada. PM me if you're still interested.
Forum: Exhaust
01-23-2012, 11:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 547
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Right out the sides!

Check out pics of the Players Challenge cars. That's how GM ran it for those cars. No idea how it sounds.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
01-12-2012, 10:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 512
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Pontiac /GM CD unit

I do not believe this will work with GTA controls. This unit is factory on 93+ GM cars and I don't believe the controls work the same, though this unit does have the capability to work with steering...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
01-09-2012, 10:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 689
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: WANTED: 1985-87 T/A or GTA T-top Project

Project has been found.
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
12-21-2011, 10:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 566
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: 89 iroc project

Welcome to the board! Put SFC's in the car if you are going to make that kind of power.

For interior, I guess it all depends on what you have available to you. Black on red is sharp, but trying...
Forum: TBI
12-19-2011, 11:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,632
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Edelbrock TBI intake 3704 matched to RHS Vortec heads. Can it be done??

Never did it. Found a little crack in my block while cleaning it up and never used it as it was intended for my daily driver. Ports are different (I deleted my photos it seems) and likely need to...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
09-18-2011, 12:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,011
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Group Buy - Fiberglass Aero Spoiler

Thanks for adding to the discussion. I haven't stopped by Paradise Alley yet, but a board member just bought a Hawks wing for his and I'm going to stop by and check it out.
Forum: History / Originality
09-08-2011, 08:12 PM
Replies: 631
Views: 118,355
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: READ ME! Before asking "Is my car rare/Desirable?"

Hi all,

My brother has a 1990 IROC, loaded, and appears to have a BW rear as installed at the factory. I have seen a few other cars in the 1990 to 1991 years locally that have BW rears with PBR...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
07-29-2011, 11:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,011
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Re: Group Buy - Fiberglass Aero Spoiler

Thanks for the reply. Ok, I'll take a look at the PA one for myself and see if its up to par. Cheers
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
07-24-2011, 11:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,011
Posted By 89junkyardgta

Group Buy - Fiberglass Aero Spoiler

Anyone interested in a group buy on these from Hawk's? I haven't heard anything good about the ones from Paradise Alley and these ones seem to get good reviews. I have a location I should be able...
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