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Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-25-2010, 04:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 447
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: What Now?

I faced the same problems. My 87 Formula had the L03 305 from my 90 in it. No matter how I configured it, it was the same cost buying a 355 from blueprint engines as opposed to rebuilding the 305...
Forum: Exhaust
10-25-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,668
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Has anyone use Flowtech headers and their y-pipe together?

1981LT1 (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=36854)

Can you tell me, was there a vibration from the flange hitting the rail? If so, can you explain what kind of vibration? Did you ever...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
10-22-2010, 11:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 850
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: PARTING 89 TA 305 5 SPEED

Still have the seats?
Forum: Fabrication
06-01-2010, 03:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 907
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Firebird gear in a 69 Chevelle

So I'm wondering, will an engine, rear end, transmission and wheels from an 87 Formula fit a 68 or 69 Chevelle? I know the engine is no problem, both use Gen I GM engines.

Not interested in wiring...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-19-2010, 11:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 577
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: motor swap, rpm shift point

Yeah sure this post is ancient, but did this work for you?
Forum: Body
02-18-2010, 12:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 31,219
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: big hood bird = attention whore?!

Same thing, they always make me think of ET. I thought I was the only one :lol:
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-18-2010, 11:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 588
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Need seat belt

I no longer need a seat belt, thanks everyone.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
02-18-2010, 11:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Miscellaneous interior parts needed

I have everything I needed, thanks everyone.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-16-2010, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,218
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: overdrive jerk

Actually I did a ton of reading today on this. I understand manuals and clutches, I just never read up on how a TC works. Now that I have and read about the lockup, I get it. I also called the shop...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
02-16-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,218
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: overdrive jerk

I'm having this problem too.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
01-30-2010, 11:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Miscellaneous interior parts needed

I sure do, do you have pictures and prices you can send me? Send to my email address.

chriswelch@charter.net
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-23-2010, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,478
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: accelerator cable lubrication?

I know this is an old thread but the info is still useful for those with the same problem.

I have an 87 Formula with a 4bbl carb. I put in a new accelerator cable and it was really stiff. The...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
01-21-2010, 10:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 588
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Need seat belt

my82roc (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=27152): I'll take it. PM me your email address to paypal you the money and my shipping address.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
01-20-2010, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 588
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Need seat belt

I need the receiving half of a driver's side seat belt. The short end between the seat and the console. The plastic around the driver's side seat belt broke. It's gray. I would love to find just that...
Forum: Firebirds for Sale
01-15-2010, 02:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,656
Posted By SpeedyGeek

1987 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350

This is a 1987 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350. It is 95% rebuilt, meaning the following has not been done, otherwise it is finished...

The engine compartment was not painted.
It...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
01-11-2010, 08:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Miscellaneous interior parts needed

I updated the first post, still need a few parts.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-08-2010, 02:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,860
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Cold Air Intake - Perfect For Low Hood Clearance

And it's still for sale... any takers? Name a price and we'll see what happens.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-25-2009, 08:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,860
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Cold Air Intake - Perfect For Low Hood Clearance

True, that would help. As it is in my photo it's getting the same results as a typical open element air cleaner, like the 14 inch I had listed. It seems most people tend to use those. So basically...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-25-2009, 06:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,860
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Cold Air Intake - Perfect For Low Hood Clearance

True because of where I put the filter it wasn't getting cold air. But that's what they label these things.

I want to sell the whole thing as a kit. So if you want the hat you need to buy the...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-24-2009, 10:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,860
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Cold Air Intake - Perfect For Low Hood Clearance

Seriously the pro flo can be overkill. I mean do you have an engine that sucks in 1000cfm? What size engine do you have? What carb? Or is it tbi? Also do you know your hp?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-23-2009, 07:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

I have another air cleaner for sale, see it here...

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/engine-drivetrain-parts-sale/553530-cold-air-intake-perfect.html
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-22-2009, 09:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,860
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Cold Air Intake - Perfect For Low Hood Clearance

I pieced this kit together one day because nothing else would fit under my hood after I got my Blueprint engine. The Vortec heads combined with the new intake I had to use for those heads made...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
12-21-2009, 06:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 480
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: GI:4th gen seats/ seat belts

I need front seats. Got photos?
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
12-21-2009, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,235
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: $5 3rd Gen interior sale

pm sent
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-10-2009, 03:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

Actually the one I switched to was 9 inches...

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SPE-4770/

I got it at autozone for 20 bucks. The triangle cleaner got pressed down on by my hood since my intake...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-10-2009, 03:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

plasmeh (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=83609): I have another cleaner top and bottom with a regular filter like the one in the picture but the top has some scratches on it. I'll let it...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-08-2009, 03:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

No problem. So you have the one like the one in the second photo? That's a pro-flo filter. The triangle one. But I believe they also make some round ones they call pro-flo.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-08-2009, 11:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

89IROCZ28 (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=2918): I don't want to separate them. It is a drop base. I believe the filter is 14" x 3".
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-08-2009, 11:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

killa66cam (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=103616): I had this on my 305 TBI. Then I put that engine into a different firebird, same hood, but the intake and carb from another 305 went...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-08-2009, 11:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Miscellaneous interior parts needed

Still looking for all parts listed.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-08-2009, 11:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,254
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Tons of mods - Will it pass smog test?

Thanks for all the help guys
Forum: Exhaust
12-01-2009, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,630
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Question regarding header bolts

I tried, that link wasn't working for me. Do you have a model number?
Forum: Exhaust
12-01-2009, 08:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,630
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Question regarding header bolts

I have the Percy's Split lock bolts. I bought an engine, Percy's gaskets and the bolts and had someone install everything for me. I've put maybe 2000 miles on the car and numbers 6 and 8 are already...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2009, 02:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,254
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Tons of mods - Will it pass smog test?

Well this car was mainly just a hobby, something to keep me busy. I love it but I'm not going to let it keep me from moving. From what you guys say and from what I've read today I would definitely...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2009, 02:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,254
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Tons of mods - Will it pass smog test?

RE: Stephen

Actually from the factory it was carb. the 87 Formula with a 305 was the last Firebird to be offered with a computer controlled carb. You could get it with TBI but this one wasn't.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2009, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,254
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Tons of mods - Will it pass smog test?

Had that taken care of when I had the new TC put in.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2009, 11:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Car won't hook, tires spin, jerks to right when shifting.

KYB GR-2 struts and KYB Gas-A-Just shocks
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2009, 10:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,254
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Tons of mods - Will it pass smog test?

So, the car is an 87 Formula, had a 305 and I replaced it with a 350 crate engine with a big cam and 2.02 heads. It has the Edelbrock Performer EPS intake and a 600cfm carb, headers and no cat. All...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-27-2009, 09:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Car won't hook, tires spin, jerks to right when shifting.

I saw the edelbrock kit on summit's site. That definitely looks like the way to go. I'll get something like that then and keep the shocks I have now and see how that changes things. Then if I still...
Forum: Northern California
11-27-2009, 09:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,333
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Why do people keep messing up my car??? WTF

Dude, it could be simply because you live in northern Cali. I lived there from birth to 25 years old then once again when I was 32. Loved everything but the crime. Every car I've had has been hit one...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-25-2009, 11:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

It was 30 for the cleaner assembly and 50 for the filter. Plus I'm including the other bottom. I figure 1/2 of what I paid sounds good, plus $5 to ship. So $45
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-24-2009, 10:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,390
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: 14" Edelbrock Air Cleaner w/ K&N Filter & Edelbrock 1002

I still have the 14" Edelbrock with K&N filter.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
11-24-2009, 09:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Miscellaneous interior parts needed

I have an 87 Formula with gray interior (see below). Here's what I am looking for...



T-top headliner, looking for a good used one. If it is gray then it's perfect, if not then that's ok too...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Car won't hook, tires spin, jerks to right when shifting.

Oh yeah, and I do have good tires, new, hardly any miles on them. BF Goodrich G-Force Sport, 245/50ZR-16.

RE: morrow "now hellp me out here, im building up a tpi 305, im hoping to pull 400 horses...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-23-2009, 09:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,562
Posted By SpeedyGeek

Re: Car won't hook, tires spin, jerks to right when shifting.

RE: Blackdog36 (https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/member.php?u=98719)

As for suspension, it's all new but with stock specs. The shocks and struts are the only think I didn't go with stock...
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