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Convertibles
11-15-2007, 06:24 AM
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88?-92 NOS top cable complete
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535
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 88?-92 NOS top cable complete
I am not sure, it has the recess bucket with the lever in it and cable as an assembly, there is nothing on the release end under the toneau. maybe someone else in here would know more about...
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Convertibles
11-14-2007, 09:02 PM
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2
88?-92 NOS top cable complete
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535
Posted By
Formulabruce
88?-92 NOS top cable complete
I have a spare #12517351 rear conv top release cable assembly with the bucket and lever that slides in it to release the rear of the top from the toneau.. In the original bag, NOS item.Sell here for...
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Convertibles
08-06-2007, 06:28 PM
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15
92 too low
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1,668
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 92 too low
I put in the spicer set and somewhere on here someone had mentioned that he did same thing and even though springs were lower in the box the car went up. Mine did as well and has a inch and a half...
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TPI
08-01-2007, 09:01 PM
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smell, grey smoke at startup
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611
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: smell, grey smoke at startup
thanks! Ill get on it this weekend!!
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Firebirds for Sale
08-01-2007, 07:04 PM
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2
92 Convertible in NH
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687
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 92 Convertible in NH
bump
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Firebirds for Sale
07-31-2007, 09:20 PM
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92 Convertible in NH
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687
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 92 Convertible in NH
more
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Firebirds for Sale
07-31-2007, 08:59 PM
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92 Convertible in NH
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687
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Formulabruce
92 Convertible in NH
Think I will sell one of my cars, 1992 convertible around 160K interior is charcoal and nice, bought from original owner . couple who had a who had it sitting near a lake for years,near there summer...
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TPI
07-30-2007, 09:25 PM
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smell, grey smoke at startup
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611
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Formulabruce
smell, grey smoke at startup
I have a 91Z TPI 5.7 . once its been running a while,( never hot) shut it down and it smells a bit like gas, or vapor but I cant see a leak. Go to start it, within 20 min and it smokes, mostly looks...
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Convertibles
07-30-2007, 09:18 PM
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fuel filter?
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805
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: fuel filter?
Its up under the drivers side rear axle on the body. need car up some to really look at/access it.
Forum:
Firebirds for Sale
07-20-2007, 11:43 PM
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checking for interest, 92 firebird convert white with black interior
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863
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: checking for interest, 92 firebird convert white with black interior
91 and 92 conv producton figures are low. Hang on till others dont see many on the road, then they will ask about where yours is
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Electronics
06-09-2007, 07:00 AM
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solenoid security
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398
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: solenoid security
Of course it does!!, BUT, on the inside of these the solenoid contacts are run by remote control, so NO the starter will NOT engage.REMOTE is IN the Solenoid. I have seen these a few years ago and...
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Electronics
06-08-2007, 06:37 AM
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solenoid security
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398
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: solenoid security
Vats is easy to bypass, however I saw a solenoid that you can jump terminals on all day that wouldnt do a thing without clicking a remote control.
Forum:
Cooling
06-06-2007, 11:15 PM
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What's your opinion on aftermarket oil coolers. What do you think of this setup?
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746
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: What's your opinion on aftermarket oil coolers. What do you think of this setup?
with the quality of oils today, ( redline, royal purple, etc synthetics), I wouldnt worry about oil breaking down. with the oil cooler gone theres more room for cooling and or other stuff you may...
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Cooling
06-06-2007, 11:08 PM
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cooling fan run continuously from start up
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3,545
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: cooling fan run continuously from start up
TPI cars have 2 fans. The above mentioned ac statement is correct. The wire that goes to the pass side head is also in the tpi harness, and is most likely grounded somehow if it did not do it before...
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Cooling
06-06-2007, 10:59 PM
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3
Electric fan won't turn on!
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1,221
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Electric fan won't turn on!
Use search tool on the cooling thread,( this one), get your printer stocked with paper and get ready for some reading, also see the stickies on this. Quickly though the wire to the rear of the pass...
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Electronics
06-06-2007, 10:55 PM
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solenoid security
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398
Posted By
Formulabruce
solenoid security
I remember seeing a few years ago, a unit that took the place of a stock chevy solenoid,( on starter) and it functioned as a solenoid, but also as a security device and had a remote control. This...
Forum:
Convertibles
06-06-2007, 10:32 PM
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36
1991 Z28 Vert Indy 500 Parade Car
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6,697
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 1991 Z28 Vert Indy 500 Parade Car
To clarify my statement a bit, was from memory of the race, there were no other "Beretta" convertibles there. I only saw two, but it seem they modified 3. As a chance for some big publicity, Im sure ...
Forum:
Body
06-06-2007, 08:57 PM
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So I got out my pins in my door.. Now what?
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861
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: So I got out my pins in my door.. Now what?
Unbolt the top hinge, it has one bolt with no slot ( at this time youll need a door holder, got mine for 79 bucks from harbor freight, has a crank up jack on the bottom, works well if you are alone...
Forum:
Convertibles
05-24-2007, 08:39 PM
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Seatbelts!
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3,015
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Seatbelts!
ask chuck 1-800-camaro-1 he may have some.
Forum:
Convertibles
05-24-2007, 08:00 PM
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36
1991 Z28 Vert Indy 500 Parade Car
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6,697
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 1991 Z28 Vert Indy 500 Parade Car
As this applies to convertibles, Im going out on a limb here, but since the DOT regs went by the calendar year, not the model year, I would assume that any 91 convertibles were "modified by ASC" only...
Forum:
Convertibles
05-23-2007, 09:50 PM
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1991 Z28 Vert Indy 500 Parade Car
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6,697
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 1991 Z28 Vert Indy 500 Parade Car
I know this, there was more than beretta's at the track on race week. trucks and other cars, and I know there was convertible camaro's there. The actual Beretta pacers were ragtops ( 2, I think were...
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Convertibles
05-23-2007, 09:25 PM
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15
92 too low
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1,668
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 92 too low
the "replacement" spicer spring set #585-1154 is much thicker and 3 WHOLE inches shorter!! ( free standing) No way am I putting that in, I need a little lift as it is, not shorter and stiffer. back...
Forum:
Convertibles
05-22-2007, 09:10 PM
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15
92 too low
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1,668
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 92 too low
mine is a Z loaded and factory spring is different code BXU and # 14029392
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Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-18-2007, 11:57 PM
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2
Puritan Pontiac NewGMParts.com Wierd
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3,677
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Puritan Pontiac NewGMParts.com Wierd
No different than classic industries, they will take your money for a second gen dash, which has been in their cataloge for YEARS , and has never been made!! It is nice to have someone put their...
Forum:
Body
05-18-2007, 06:27 AM
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Por Patch For Seam Sealer
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6,814
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Por Patch For Seam Sealer
I have brushed a floor, and sprayed a floor ( all bare) with POR15. it hasnt chipped or cracked on the first one ( a friends car), and its been 3 years. That being said, we did use seam sealer on top...
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-17-2007, 07:30 PM
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Trying to get rid of the haze
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655
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Trying to get rid of the haze
Nick is correct and you will be actually removing the layer of oxidized clearcoat that is there. Be sure to use a wax or polish with High UV protection after as your clearcoat will be thinner. :)
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-17-2007, 07:15 PM
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17
remedy that works for fogged park lights
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1,273
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: remedy that works for fogged park lights
I used medium buffing compond, and a buffer wheel, could be maybe done with a dremel properly equipped. I then used plastic polish. I have used tooth paste for a long time on CD's, and mixed it with ...
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-17-2007, 07:05 PM
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Almost done with my 91-92 wheels... how to mask for paint?
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1,646
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Almost done with my 91-92 wheels... how to mask for paint?
As they say "Grease is the word" . Just finished my fronts on my 91 and I didnt remove the clearcoat . the red was getting pink. they are not the super shiny, but look ok. if yours are stripped you...
Forum:
Car Audio
05-14-2007, 08:54 PM
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1,332
Important/Useful :
Your Top 5 Tunes
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110,317
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Your Top 5 Tunes
Cruising tunes
1. Twilight Zone ( Golden Earing)...its 2 am fear is gone........
2. Run Like Hell ( Pink Floyd) ( Also Aussie Floyd does a great job on it)
3. Cant drive 55...
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Aftermarket Vendor Review
05-14-2007, 07:50 PM
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14
TDS (top down Solutions)
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1,110
Posted By
Formulabruce
TDS (top down Solutions)
I made a call on thursday, and placed an order over the phone. The guy at TDS was polite, and knew exactly what I was doing and what I needed. Box of parts on Monday ( 3K miles away) :thanks:
Way...
Forum:
Body
05-14-2007, 07:41 PM
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16
Por Patch For Seam Sealer
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6,814
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Por Patch For Seam Sealer
I tried it on a 1 st gen and it split. Also keep in mind that POR is made to be put on bare "etched" metal, not on any paint at all. to put it over original primer in any area is a waste. Being in...
Forum:
Convertibles
05-11-2007, 05:40 PM
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15
92 too low
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1,668
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 92 too low
the Z has the factory stickers and ill get it back up on lift and se if I can read it , and search more threads, Thanks for the input!
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Suspension and Chassis
05-10-2007, 07:59 PM
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1
MOOG 5664 front spring
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1,966
Posted By
Formulabruce
MOOG 5664 front spring
Hi, is the moog 5664 (front) ( listed as Iroc Z vert) the correct spring for a 91-92 z vert? is it same height as 5662 but stiffer? I just need a couple inches back up to stock , and will buy a...
Forum:
Convertibles
05-10-2007, 07:51 PM
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15
92 too low
Views:
1,668
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 92 too low
I know the verts were made from T top cars, but did they change the front springs, or rear for the added weight a vert has? I saw that moog 5664 number for a vert only?? If they didnt, Ill take those...
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Suspension and Chassis
05-10-2007, 06:31 AM
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13
Formula and WS6
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985
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Formulabruce
Re: Formula and WS6
I helped part out a 92 formula (305 tpi) car and it had ws6, also drum brake posi rear. It looked like it hadnt been out before. that seem right?
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
05-09-2007, 08:59 PM
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54
Eibach Springs
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4,276
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Eibach Springs
I have a 92 Z Convertible ( red on red leather) Loaded. strut towers, mounts all good, brand new stock 235 tires and tires sit up inside front fender well slightly. Hits alot on airdam. should I...
Forum:
Convertibles
05-09-2007, 01:09 PM
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15
92 too low
Views:
1,668
Posted By
Formulabruce
92 too low
I have a 91 and 92 verts. they both are low , especially in front. Cannot see top of tires and constantly hitting the air dam. I know I have stock 235's on the z . Is there a spring that might get me...
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Electronics
04-21-2007, 09:46 PM
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533
Important/Useful :
90-92 Tachometer fix....
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254,668
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: 90-92 Tachometer fix....
Sooo, WWDD?? I have to believe that a bunch of guys brought these back to the local Chevrolet dealer under warranty. What Would the Dealer Do?? was there a service bulliten on it?
I know this...
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Cooling
04-21-2007, 07:52 PM
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31
Still overheating while driving..?...
Views:
1,431
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Still overheating while driving..?...
Are the stock replacements 3 core?? I think that the stock one in his 305 TBi is a 2 core?? If so that alone could help
Forum:
Cooling
04-21-2007, 04:44 PM
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17
Now what!
Views:
774
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Now what!
there are a bunch of ideas posted above at the begining of this forum, sticky posts you should look at, however, I would get a 170 t-stat, or 180 if you cand find a 170 , drill a couple small holes...
Forum:
Cooling
04-21-2007, 11:38 AM
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97
Important/Useful :
Willie's updated Total Fan Control
Views:
50,483
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Willie's updated Total Fan Control
When reading on thermostats I found some listed the specs as a "static" spec. Simply put, a 180 T stat isnt fully open till 195 degrees(dynamic spec). So a 170 might be around 185 degress at full...
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Electronics
04-20-2007, 07:02 PM
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4
No fan switch connector on my 91??
Views:
678
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: No fan switch connector on my 91??
:iagree: yes its most likely burned, manifolds can do it too
Forum:
History / Originality
04-02-2007, 06:51 PM
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15
Anymore 15th Anniv TA owners around?
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1,261
Posted By
Formulabruce
Re: Anymore 15th Anniv TA owners around?
BLA...Bla Bla.. not many forums on these cars besides its the only style hood to be used on a TA and a formula!! "welcome to the site" is whats needed to be said, and we are looking forward to your...
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-20-2006, 11:13 PM
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Anyone RE-Clearcoat their wheels??
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529
Posted By
Formulabruce
I was going to use the top coat on a base clear...
I was going to use the top coat on a base clear system, that similar?
Forum:
Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-20-2006, 01:58 PM
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5
Anyone RE-Clearcoat their wheels??
Views:
529
Posted By
Formulabruce
Anyone RE-Clearcoat their wheels??
Anyone re-clearcoat after the strip and polish??
worth it to reduce maint on the wifes ride??
91 Z-28 Conv.
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Suspension and Chassis
05-12-2006, 10:27 PM
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20
1991 Convertible Z with a LT1
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845
Posted By
Formulabruce
Thats because it has most likely 273:1 rear...
Thats because it has most likely 273:1 rear gears, which most ragtops did without a disc brake rear, which I dont think was available on convertibles.
Forum:
Convertibles
05-11-2006, 04:44 PM
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31
Hoods
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1,391
Posted By
Formulabruce
YES!!!!! :)
YES!!!!! :)
Forum:
Convertibles
05-11-2006, 04:41 PM
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18
Why factory verts were made by ASC...
Views:
1,307
Posted By
Formulabruce
And they made that 4 cyl convertible (lebaron)...
And they made that 4 cyl convertible (lebaron) in a turbo model too :) hehe I see many blown engine convertible lebarons at public auction, soooooo cheap too...
Hard to believe the Sebring...
Forum:
Cooling
05-06-2006, 08:43 AM
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48
Still having cooling problems...
Views:
1,791
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Formulabruce
Air in the system??
Air in the system??
Forum:
Cooling
05-05-2006, 07:40 PM
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8
Any pics of camaro front air dam?
Views:
1,847
Posted By
Formulabruce
Also COOKS the tranny . If your going to keep it...
Also COOKS the tranny . If your going to keep it stock temp you should switch the tranny to full synthetic auto tranny fluid.
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