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Forum: History / Originality
07-04-2001, 04:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 638
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

In 1981, the NASCAR turbo pace car, released...

In 1981, the NASCAR turbo pace car, released around February, was a limited run of 2000 copies with a base price of $12,244.
a 1981-style full hood bird decl was used with black accents, (not...
Forum: Northern Great Plains and Rocky Mountain
05-31-2001, 01:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 416
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

COLORADO MEMBERS.........

I was just wondering when we are going to get with the program and set some meets or something up. I am interested in starting a third gen car club for northern colo and need to raise some kind of...
Forum: Car Audio
05-31-2001, 01:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 411
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I would suggest the JL Audio 300/2 the thing...

I would suggest the JL Audio 300/2
the thing that makes these amps nice is that they deliver the stated watts at whatever ohm load you have on the amp, i.e no matter how many or how it's wired, they...
Forum: Car Audio
05-31-2001, 01:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 504
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

For a 1992, the merta part # is 70-1858 or...

For a 1992, the merta part # is 70-1858 or schoche part # is gm02. you will also need an adapter to fir the dash unlesas the new stero is 1.5 DIN, which is the size of the factory deck. metra part #...
Forum: Car Audio
05-29-2001, 04:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 342
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

Which Kenwood deck do you have? if it has the KEX...

Which Kenwood deck do you have? if it has the KEX feature, you have to go into the menu setting and turn it on before you have crossover control on the deck. if you don't, all you have are bass and...
Forum: Car Audio
05-21-2001, 09:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 491
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

DO NOT DO THAT...splicing i mean, you would be...

DO NOT DO THAT...splicing i mean, you would be running the output from one source into the back of the other... kills them both.
the only way you could do it would be a speaker selector switch. this...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-16-2001, 01:31 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 2,972
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

COUNT ME IN TOO!!!

COUNT ME IN TOO!!!
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 02:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,809
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

waht kind of sound are you trying to get? the...

waht kind of sound are you trying to get?
the Soundstream SPL subs were designed for competetion only and don't have the greatest sound quality, playing best at 60hz or below.
most music isn't...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 02:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I'd say no... just replacing the head unit...

I'd say no...
just replacing the head unit does little to improve your sound...yes you will notice a difference because cd is a better source medium, HOWEVER, the speaker is ultimatly the...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 02:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 467
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

switch the speaker leads at the deck... if the...

switch the speaker leads at the deck... if the left speakers are now cutting out, you have a deck problem, fix or replace deck,
if the right peakers are still going out, you have a wiring issue,...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 02:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 426
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I have to agree with Jiffy, adding a four channel...

I have to agree with Jiffy, adding a four channel amp and run your 4 speakers with that, and add some kind of sub, the most spacesaving one would be an 8"bandpass tube, so you can still put the...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 02:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 460
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

The actual ohm load on three DVC's wired in...

The actual ohm load on three DVC's wired in parallel is about 1.3 ohms... sony's new 3001 series amp is perfect for that kind of setup and has about 1000watts peak, only 450 bucks +/-...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 02:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 407
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

being in the car stero business, I have seen...

being in the car stero business, I have seen quite a few different setups and heard just as many opinions on what sounds the best... so I'll try to help clear things up. lol
1. pointing your subs...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 01:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,282
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I put MBQuart dkd146 4*6 in the dash without any...

I put MBQuart dkd146 4*6 in the dash without any mods at all and they are the clearest speakers I've ever heard. they don't come with the mounting plates though, be sure and ask for them or use the...
Forum: Car Audio
05-15-2001, 01:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

You may also want to try a ground loop isolator...

You may also want to try a ground loop isolator on the RCA wires at the deck. this problem is created when you start to have too many grounding points in the system.that should cure the problem. ...
Forum: Car Audio
05-14-2001, 06:08 PM
Replies: 1,332
Important/Useful : Your Top 5 Tunes
Views: 110,783
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

TOP 5 HIGHWAY: 5. CLEAN************INCUBUS ...

TOP 5 HIGHWAY:

5. CLEAN************INCUBUS
4. WARMTH***********INCUBUS
3. HOME*************DREAM THEATER
2. SLOW*************FUEL
1. TRIAL OF TEARS***DREAM THEATER

TOP 5 CRUISIN':
Forum: Car Audio
04-28-2001, 11:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 538
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

wow, I can't beleive nobody suggested MBQuart ...

wow, I can't beleive nobody suggested MBQuart
DKD116's. I have a set in my 89 and I have never heard anything better up there...Work at a car stereo store and I have heard most brands... only other...
Forum: Car Audio
04-28-2001, 11:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 607
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

there is a website for elite car audio in tx that...

there is a website for elite car audio in tx that has an 89 with a wall in it. looks pretty cool, 'cept I cant remember what the site was.... good luck
Forum: Car Audio
04-28-2001, 10:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I have a DEI python 1000 installed in my 89 bird...

I have a DEI python 1000 installed in my 89 bird with keyless entry, dual-stage shock sensors and a proximity sensor so I can leave my t-tops off and not worry about the car. I also am a manager for...
Forum: Northern Great Plains and Rocky Mountain
04-15-2001, 01:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 456
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

LIVES IN FORT FUN!!! [This message has been...

LIVES IN FORT FUN!!!

[This message has been edited by Tigger84TA89BIRD (edited April 15, 2001).]
Forum: Car Audio
03-25-2001, 04:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 450
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

To answer the question of how much space for the...

To answer the question of how much space for the 12" speakers refer to the information that came in the box with the subs... and infinity speakers are picky, if you don't have the right size box,...
Forum: Car Audio
03-25-2001, 04:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 802
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

several suggestions... put your money in the...

several suggestions... put your money in the speakers.. ALL cd players do a similar job and only vary when it comes to features.. the sound going out is the same.
1st. decide what kind of...
Forum: Car Audio
03-25-2001, 04:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 600
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I have a KDCX615s excelon unit that skips more...

I have a KDCX615s excelon unit that skips more than the JVC el Kameleon that was previously in the car. I am in the car audio business, and have noticed the Kenwoods do skip more than the other...
Forum: Body
01-11-2001, 09:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 433
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

Thanks guys... I did find a solution. I ended...

Thanks guys... I did find a solution. I ended up going to a large salvage yard near here and was lucky enough to find a used replacement housing for three dollars... can't believe it!!! after it...
Forum: Body
01-09-2001, 10:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 433
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

REAR HATCH MOTOR...HELP!!!!

I just found out that the motor in the 89 firebird has broken. all three mounting holes have been broken( someone slammed the hatch?) my question is... can a manual hatch mechanism from my 84 TA be...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-27-2000, 03:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 399
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

Did you try the new O2 sensor? If it is bad, it...

Did you try the new O2 sensor? If it is bad, it will also give you a "too rich" condition in the computer, I did change mine out and the car is back to normal... just trying to help.....also , check...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-24-2000, 03:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 323
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

F.Y.I After the O2 sensor change, my car is back...

F.Y.I After the O2 sensor change, my car is back to running normal and with the new cat, it seems to be running better than before... hope your problem is just as easy.. good luck
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-23-2000, 03:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 323
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

Just having the same problem with my 89 bird The...

Just having the same problem with my 89 bird The symptoms are exactly as you describe. :confused Two things that helped mine ( so far) was the O2 sensor was shot and it ruined the Cat and stopped the...
Forum: History / Originality
12-01-2000, 12:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 856
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

1984 TA L69 PRODUCTION FIGURES

Anyone have any clue as to how many L69 HO 305 Trans Am's were built in 1984 I just recently saw a website that claimed only 74 camaro's were produced with this motor. Is this a somewhat rare...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-14-2000, 02:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 489
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I just read in the most recent issue of High...

I just read in the most recent issue of High Performance Pontiac of this guy who has over 600 HP in his 84 Trans Am. It apparently has a supercharged 406 Chevy AND he has a 225HP bottle in case that...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-08-2000, 11:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 530
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I recently installed one of the B & M kits in a...

I recently installed one of the B & M kits in a 700R4 and learned the HARD way that there is one thing they forgot to mention. there is a fluid pressure drain-back hole in the front pump that is...
Forum: History / Originality
11-08-2000, 12:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,174
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I checked the VIN code and it comes up as an ...

I checked the VIN code and it comes up as an
L69 305 V8 in the Trans Am series. maybe somewhere in the RPO #'s will be the answer???
Forum: History / Originality
11-07-2000, 06:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,174
Posted By Tigger84TA89BIRD

I know this is an old subject, but what about...

I know this is an old subject, but what about firebirds? My 1984 Trans Am has the stock 305(carb'd) and the 6k REDLINE and an 80PSI oil pressure sensor. does this throw a wrench in those figures or...
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