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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
01-30-2009, 03:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 372
Posted By facelessnumber

LT1 + T56 combo, willing to seperate

Pulling these from a daily driven '94 Formula... 130k miles, no smoke, ticks or knocks. Trans is flawless, Optispark replaced 1k miles ago.

Will sell the engine with trans and all accessories,...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
06-16-2008, 02:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,941
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: 91 Camaro RS L03, 4-Disc 3:42 Hardtop Trade/Sale in MS

Yep, that would be my old car. Almost wish I had a couple grand burning a hole in my pocket now, but God knows I don't...

Let's see if I can help.

(DISCLAIMER: Everything I know about the car...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-14-2007, 12:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,594
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Bike rack?

Hm, yeah, you're right. Putting on a hitch wouldn't be my first choice, but I guess it wouldn't look any less cool than having a couple of bikes attached to the car... Thanks for the input, I might...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-14-2007, 12:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,594
Posted By facelessnumber

Bike rack?

Can anyone recommend a rear-mount bicycle rack that works well on a thirdgen? I can make one "kinda" fit, but ideally I need one that correctly fits the hatch and is somewhat stable, isn't likely to...
Forum: Body
08-25-2007, 09:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 675
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: front bumper swap

Yes. There are two 91-92 bumpers for the Firebird though - One for the base bird or Formula without the "Aero kit" and another for the TA or base bird with the kit. Either one will fit, but the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-25-2007, 09:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 26,942
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Visual Difference (between 305 and 350)

:nod: Kinda my point. You gotta read that casting number.

Of course, there's a remote chance somebody changed the crank. You could be looking at a 327 stamped "5.7." (Or a 383 for that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-25-2007, 06:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 26,942
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Visual Difference (between 305 and 350)

From the factory perhaps, yes. But neither that nor the VIN is a reliable way to know unless you're 100% sure the engine has never been swapped. And if you knew that, you wouldn't be trying to find...
Forum: Body
08-25-2007, 02:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 867
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: fourth gen emblems

Also try here: http://phoenixgraphix.com/gm.htm

I had a '91 TA a few years ago. When I repainted I went with decals from this company and thought the quality was excellent. They have the early...
Forum: Fabrication
08-20-2007, 08:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,900
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: RADIATOR HOLD DOWN

Well, sorry dude... I did drill one hole, guess I forgot to mention that. The other holes lined up. There's nothing on top of the radiator, and I'm using this fan: ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-24-2007, 05:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: '89 IROC wheels on a '91 RS?

Yep. They came from an '87.
Forum: Interior
07-24-2007, 03:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 19,188
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Cigarette Lighter Fuse?

The fuse is labeled "ACC" and it should be a 20 amp. Dome light is on the same fuse, does that work?

If that fuse is not blown, or if you replace it and it blows immediately, you'll have to start...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-23-2007, 11:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: '89 IROC wheels on a '91 RS?

Yes. 4th gen rear. In those pics I had the rearend raised (air shocks) because I was concerned about cutting up the tires. They're dead even with the fender lip. After replacing my springs and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-23-2007, 10:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: '89 IROC wheels on a '91 RS?

Sure. I've been trying the past couple of days to take some better ones, especially since I've done some suspension work. But haven't really had a chance, so here's what I do have:
...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-19-2007, 11:59 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,036
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Some pics of the 1407hp TA that set a speed record

That's an interesting hood in the last pic. It's the first time I've seen something like a Ram Air II hood look "right" on a thirdgen. Don't get me wrong - very often they look "good," but that one...
Forum: Body
07-19-2007, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,836
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: "Tajan" Firebird rebody?

Lot of money just to make it look like a Fiero...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-18-2007, 08:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,350
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: '89 IROC wheels on a '91 RS?

IROC wheels look pretty good on a 91 RS, in my opinion...
Forum: Interior
07-10-2007, 06:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 608
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Autometer too high...need gauge advice.

It would be very easy to convert to cable, but I'm not sure if your FI and/or torque converter lockup will work right without the VSS. Maybe adapt a cable-driven VSS like they used on the back of...
Forum: Electronics
07-09-2007, 11:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,692
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: "INST LPS" fuse keeps blowing.

Problem is fixed now, thanks for your help, guys. Sure was frustrating, but I learned a lot about how this dash is put together. Also discovered I needed to rework some of the Budweiser engineering...
Forum: Brakes
07-09-2007, 11:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,872
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Parking brake after 4th gen disc rear swap...

Spent all my daylight this evening chasing down a short in the dash... (thankfully I did fix that) Got too dark again to get seriously into fixing the brake problem, but I did finally look at...
Forum: Electronics
07-08-2007, 11:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,692
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: "INST LPS" fuse keeps blowing.

Another development. The battery gauge isn't working either. Just that one. Other gauges in the cluster are fine. And for some strange reason my Summit digital air/fuel gauge is pegged. These...
Forum: Electronics
07-08-2007, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,692
Posted By facelessnumber

"INST LPS" fuse keeps blowing.

Tried a search, forgive me if this has been covered...

I just removed and reinstalled my dash pad, did some work on the e-brake... I know they were working last night, but today I have no gauge...
Forum: Brakes
07-08-2007, 09:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,872
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Parking brake after 4th gen disc rear swap...

Blah. No, it can't be the cables. I adjusted them again, now they're so tight I can't even pull the handle all the way back, and yet it still won't hold the car. Got to be something else. I...
Forum: Brakes
07-07-2007, 10:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,872
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Parking brake after 4th gen disc rear swap...

I'll try again to adjust them this weekend... If I end up giving up, I'll probably hit you up for some cables. I'm just not 100% sure yet that the cables are going to help. I did actually modify...
Forum: Interior
07-03-2007, 05:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 614
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Frankenstein Model Swap

For just the appearance, you'll probably need the proper ground effects and maybe hood, nose, grid tail lights... Depends on the year and model you're going for. Will need the dash emblem, bumper...
Forum: Brakes
07-03-2007, 03:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,872
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Parking brake after 4th gen disc rear swap...

Alright, thanks. I'll try that then. Can you recommend a source?
Forum: Interior
07-02-2007, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 499
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: cleaning interior

Depending on what kind of dirty it is... Simple Green is what I use for most things. I also use that foaming carpet cleaner stuff with a vacuum. I tend to stay away from Armor All and other...
Forum: Interior
07-01-2007, 04:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 433
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Pre-'90 wheel on '91 column?

Answered my own question. Yes, it will fit. Sorry guys, :search: was not working last night.
Forum: Interior
07-01-2007, 01:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 433
Posted By facelessnumber

Pre-'90 wheel on '91 column?

Questions of legality aside, I want to know if I can easily put a non-airbag factory steering wheel on my airbag-equipped column. I'm pretty sure my airbag has long been disabled anyway, and I'd...
Forum: Brakes
06-30-2007, 10:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,872
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Parking brake after 4th gen disc rear swap...

Oh, they move. I can feel the resistance when I pull the brake while driving, and if the cables were any tighter I'd be worried about the brake being engaged all the time. The brake will hold at...
Forum: Brakes
06-30-2007, 10:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,872
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: Parking brake after 4th gen disc rear swap...

My concern is that if I give it any gas at all it will move. Here's a good example. With the air conditioner on, car in gear, I can pull the hand brake and the car won't go anywhere, but if I turn...
Forum: Brakes
06-30-2007, 12:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,872
Posted By facelessnumber

Parking brake after 4th gen disc rear swap...

...Not the usual cable question, already took care of that.

My rearend is from a '96 TA, and has the aluminum calipers that are similar (identical?) to the late 3rd gen ones, but not like the LS1...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
06-09-2007, 12:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 452
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: WTB Camaro in Memphis area

I have a relatively nice daily driver in Cordova. PM sent.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-26-2007, 11:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 509
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: 4th gen rear with 3rd gen wheels? Tell me about your suspension!

I'm actually surprised and encouraged that you lowered it and don't bottom out. I don't either, but but that's because of the air shocks. I guess they're basically standing in place of decent...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-25-2007, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 509
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: 4th gen rear with 3rd gen wheels? Tell me about your suspension!

I've heard about the leaking problem too, but for what I paid for the FGP's, I figured they were worth trying. If they die in a few months I got my $30 out of them, and I might even get another pair...
Forum: Fabrication
03-25-2007, 02:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,900
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: RADIATOR HOLD DOWN

Mine is not as pretty as some, but it gets the job done:

http://pittman.ws/Camaro/IM001319.JPG

I used that because I had the bright idea of putting in an electric fan from a Volvo. (Which...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-25-2007, 02:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 420
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: help

Follow the upper radiator hose to the top of the engine. The hose will be clamped to a big metal fitting. It's got two bolts on it. The thermostat is under that. Let the engine cool before you...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
03-25-2007, 01:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 589
Posted By facelessnumber

Re: 1990 Front Bumper!! Complete front end!!

Are there any cracks in the front spoiler? I can't tell if that's a big paint chip in the middle or a split... Also, are you willing to ship? Thanks!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-25-2007, 12:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 509
Posted By facelessnumber

4th gen rear with 3rd gen wheels? Tell me about your suspension!

Hey guys,

About six months ago I installed a nice rearend from a '96 TA into my '91 RS. I loved it. Still do. But I immediately had one problem and I'm not necessarily satisfied with my initial...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-25-2006, 10:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 640
Posted By facelessnumber

Simple vacuum advance HEI sounds great to me. ...

Simple vacuum advance HEI sounds great to me. You can get them cheap as hell all over Ebay and junkyards. Just get a stock one, throw a new cap, coil, rotor and maybe a diaphragm, module and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-25-2006, 07:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

Cool stuff, thanks. Guess I'm just going to have...

Cool stuff, thanks. Guess I'm just going to have to open up the tailhousing and see what I've got. I think the original ratio on this car was 3.08, being a '91 L03, formerly manual transmission. ...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-24-2006, 10:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

Oh yeah, I'm gonna have to replace my speedometer...

Oh yeah, I'm gonna have to replace my speedometer gear(s). I'm running 245/50/16's. And assuming I've got the 15-tooth drive gear, I figure I'm going to need a 41-tooth driven gear. Sound about...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-24-2006, 10:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

Well, I did it yesterday. I'm pretty sure I've...

Well, I did it yesterday. I'm pretty sure I've got it put together right. The wear pattern on the ring gear looks good. Although I didn't have any way to measure the backlash, I think it's fine. ...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-21-2006, 09:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

Excellent. Well I think I'm fully prepared then....

Excellent. Well I think I'm fully prepared then. I'll let you guys know how it goes.

Just one more question. I've got 16" single-line IROC wheels. '87 I think. I assume these will clear the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-20-2006, 10:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

Thanks. Very helpful. So, I should just use a...

Thanks. Very helpful. So, I should just use a good gear oil, 75w90 with posi additive, right?

Using the stock drum proportioning valve, do you notice the rear brakes gripping any harder or...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-19-2006, 11:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

So, there will only be two shims and I have a...

So, there will only be two shims and I have a 50/50 chance of getting it right. Will it be obvious if I get them backwards?

Thanks for your response.

Anybody know somethin' about these...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-19-2006, 11:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

Well I've done a little more reading about the...

Well I've done a little more reading about the shims, and asked some more questions.

Apparently the only thing that got removed was the carrier, and when it was put back the shims were pretty...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-19-2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 721
Posted By facelessnumber

Axle swap checklist

Hey guys. I'm changing out my rearend Saturday, and I'm doing it at an apartment complex, so I need to be as quick as possible. If I can avoid it, I don't need to be going back and forth all day to...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-19-2006, 06:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 280
Posted By facelessnumber

I just found one locally, but thanks!

I just found one locally, but thanks!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
09-18-2006, 08:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 280
Posted By facelessnumber

Need a rearend in Mississippi

I'm looking for a rearend in central MS. Low ratio, posi, disc would be nice, but I just need something soon, like this weekend.

Thanks!
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-18-2006, 07:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 413
Posted By facelessnumber

Where is it located?

Where is it located?
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