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Forum: V6
04-29-2002, 02:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 439
Posted By 25thRS

Bad gas?

Hi guys. Haven't been around much lately - bought a Shadow 750 ACE a couple weeks back, so I've been riding more than driving lately.

Filled up the Camaro Sat night last thing. Sun morning,...
Forum: V6
03-19-2002, 07:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,115
Posted By 25thRS

but there's no reason to replace working parts...

but there's no reason to replace working parts other than preventive maintenence and peace of mind... etc... [/B]

Other than pm? PM is the primary reason for doing the type of tuneup TomP...
Forum: V6
03-02-2002, 08:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By 25thRS

No part number but NAPA can hook you up with a...

No part number but NAPA can hook you up with a replacement. I did mine about a year ago. Easy and not very expensive, but let it break and you're down.
Forum: V6
03-02-2002, 08:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 799
Posted By 25thRS

Re: 1/4 mile

Guess that would be me. On this board, I have a 1.2 ET. :bs:

In real life, I can run the 1/4 faster than I can drive it. :D

But luckily, I don't think it's all about fast. Nothing against the...
Forum: V6
02-20-2002, 09:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,826
Posted By 25thRS

As I understand tire ratings, the S, H, V or Z...

As I understand tire ratings, the S, H, V or Z relate to the maximum travel speed the tire is rated to handle. It has nothing whatsover to do with traction or handling.

Traction is primarily a...
Forum: V6
02-18-2002, 10:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,826
Posted By 25thRS

I had Firestone 235/55 rear and Dunlop 225/65...

I had Firestone 235/55 rear and Dunlop 225/65 front when I bought the car.

when I needed tires a few months back, I put Goodyear Regatta 215/65s all the way around....which was the factory size....
Forum: V6
02-18-2002, 10:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 579
Posted By 25thRS

Like a lot of things regarding cars, this topic...

Like a lot of things regarding cars, this topic is debated by professionals. Cars were designed to be driven and certain parts (mostly seals, etc) are going to dry out if you store it. Unfortunately,...
Forum: V6
02-15-2002, 10:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 404
Posted By 25thRS

Yup, the plastic air dam under the front end is a...

Yup, the plastic air dam under the front end is a critical component of the cooling system. Nice catch, I can't

Because they hang so low, these things get busted all the time. They play an...
Forum: V6
02-15-2002, 10:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 555
Posted By 25thRS

Pay off the $2700 bill for the new carpet in my...

Pay off the $2700 bill for the new carpet in my house
Pay off the $1200 bill for a root canal and crown
Pay off the $750 bill for the new windows in the house
Buy some new furniture
Fix my...
Forum: V6
02-15-2002, 10:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 798
Posted By 25thRS

Just a small point, Keoki....it's a federal...

Just a small point, Keoki....it's a federal violation to remove any of the smog equipment. I live in Jacksonville, FL, where we dropped our smog inspections last year, so I don't have to deal with...
Forum: V6
02-01-2002, 11:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 416
Posted By 25thRS

Old dog, new tricks

This is likely a no-brainer for most of you, but it was new to me.

Have a speedo problem, so I bought a cluster from eBay. Swapped it in Sunday - no dice, still not working. Monday I swapped my...
Forum: V6
01-29-2002, 05:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,237
Posted By 25thRS

Is there any other way to set points? :D My...

Is there any other way to set points? :D

My theory is that electronic ignitions were only invented because changing mores led to a decline in the number of smokers and, thus, a dramatic absence...
Forum: Electronics
01-27-2002, 04:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 408
Posted By 25thRS

Speedo ? Part 2

I posted a couple weeks ago about my speedo - for the first few miles after starting off it lays on 0 then eventually jumps up to my actual speed and works fine until the next time I shut down the...
Forum: V6
01-17-2002, 09:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 598
Posted By 25thRS

Monkie, A couple of months ago, my Dad was...

Monkie,

A couple of months ago, my Dad was diagnosed with cancer in his lung and the bone of his shoulder. Initial treatments were very positive, and hope springs eternal in the hearts of all of...
Forum: V6
01-01-2002, 07:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 688
Posted By 25thRS

My 92 3.1 typically gets 26-30 on straight...

My 92 3.1 typically gets 26-30 on straight highway driving. The 30 is without running the a/c and keeping the windows closed. Open windows really screw up aerodynamics.

With a/c and running 75-80...
Forum: Electronics
01-01-2002, 07:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By 25thRS

Thanks, 89 IROC Z. Any idea if it's repairable?...

Thanks, 89 IROC Z. Any idea if it's repairable? Since you think it's mechanical as opposed to wiring, I'm wondering if a good old fashioned cleaning of the mechanism might help.

I'm a bit leary of...
Forum: Electronics
12-30-2001, 08:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By 25thRS

Speedo stuck?

For the past few months, my speedo has refused to move right after starting out. In the beginning, I'd have to drive 1/4 mile or so and it would "pop" up to 15-20 then run normally. Lately, it takes...
Forum: V6
10-15-2001, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 285
Posted By 25thRS

Just checked - not sure what kind of pot metal my...

Just checked - not sure what kind of pot metal my keys are made of, but they aren't ferrous so a magnet won't work.

I'd be afraid to try more superglue also, as it will more than likely drip into...
Forum: V6
10-15-2001, 05:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 704
Posted By 25thRS

Here's the promised update...a long, sad tale. ...

Here's the promised update...a long, sad tale.

Went out to the garage to drive over to the Chevy dealership to pick up the cable. LR tire was flat. Swapped on the mini-spare and decided this was...
Forum: V6
10-12-2001, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 704
Posted By 25thRS

Minor update - checked all the parts stores then...

Minor update - checked all the parts stores then broke down and went to a Chevy dealership - even they don't stock the cable. Had to special order it. It's due in Monday morning and it's $24 FYI.
...
Forum: V6
10-10-2001, 07:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 704
Posted By 25thRS

Busted Hood Release Cable

Anyone know any tricks for popping the hood?

One end of the cable is still attached to the hood mechanism, from what I can see. If I can get the car up in the air so I can get underneath it fully...
Forum: V6
08-16-2001, 08:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 548
Posted By 25thRS

TomP- My 92 has the RPO code sticker on the...

TomP-

My 92 has the RPO code sticker on the inside of the locking compartment in the left rear hatch area....opposite the spare tire.

Could be some of the F-bodies you're finding w/o sheets in...
Forum: V6
08-07-2001, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 381
Posted By 25thRS

The Truth About Tools

Thought you guys would enjoy this. :-)


HAMMER: Originally employed as a weapon of war, the hammer nowadays is used as a kind of divining rod to locate expensive parts not far from the object we...
Forum: V6
06-20-2001, 08:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 581
Posted By 25thRS

Chilton's says: Timing Cover bolts - M8 x...

Chilton's says:

Timing Cover bolts - M8 x 1.25 bolts = 13-22 ft lbs

M10 x 1.5 bolts = 20-35 ft lbs

Damper pulley = 67-85 ft lbs

Camshaft sprocket = 15-25 ft lbs
Forum: V6
05-11-2001, 04:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,206
Posted By 25thRS

As far as I know, there are only 2 kinds of...

As far as I know, there are only 2 kinds of knocks - ignition and bearing. As much experience as you have, Tom, I'm sure you can recognize an ignition knock. Those, of course, usually occur during...
Forum: Body
05-01-2001, 09:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 364
Posted By 25thRS

Thanks, guys. Problem hasn't repeated, but...

Thanks, guys.

Problem hasn't repeated, but Stephen's suggestion about the tabs makes sense. I'll check that out.


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Maroon '92 RS 3.1L AT PW PDL CC Tilt
Forum: Body
04-29-2001, 08:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 364
Posted By 25thRS

Hatch pulldown motor

Had a weird problem with my hatch tonight. I was just heading out of town on business when I loaded the car and closed the hatch. When I got in, I could hear a kind of "grr grr gr gr grrrrrr" noise....
Forum: V6
04-26-2001, 09:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 505
Posted By 25thRS

Thanks for the feedback, KED.

Thanks for the feedback, KED.
Forum: V6
04-25-2001, 09:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 505
Posted By 25thRS

? for KED85

I've read all your posts regarding the 3.4 long block swap with interest. The way I understand it, you kept all the 2.8 top stuff in order to slip it past emissions checks w/o undue hassles.

I...
Forum: V6
04-21-2001, 09:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 353
Posted By 25thRS

Speedo

nope, not the swim trunk, a tech question https://www.thirdgen.org/messgboard/smile.gif

All of a sudden, my speedometer is acting up. It's a 92 RS with 90k miles. When I take off from a stop, the...
Forum: Body
04-07-2001, 03:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 436
Posted By 25thRS

Cargo shade

Anyone know of source for new cargo shades? I've got a lead on a used one, but I'd like to at least know the price of a new one first.
Thanks.


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Maroon '92 RS 3.1L AT PW PDL...
Forum: V6
04-01-2001, 06:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 927
Posted By 25thRS

Hmmm. Can someone explain why when I posted a...

Hmmm. Can someone explain why when I posted a link to pics of my car, CCHotRod moved it to the appearance board, but in this thread another moderator posts his pics?

C'mon guys - just what are the...
Forum: V6
03-30-2001, 10:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 484
Posted By 25thRS

Thanks, TomP :-) ------------------ ...

Thanks, TomP
:-)

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Maroon '92 RS 3.1L AT PW PDL CC Tilt
Forum: Body
03-24-2001, 06:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 421
Posted By 25thRS

Is it a dashpad or a console lid you need? For...

Is it a dashpad or a console lid you need?
For console lids, check www.yearone.com (http://www.yearone.com) They have them in their NextGen section.
If you need a dashpad, I've got one in mint...
Forum: V6
03-21-2001, 04:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 341
Posted By 25thRS

I'd say that's a pretty long shot. For example,...

I'd say that's a pretty long shot. For example, you might call repainting your car a "modification", if you changed colors, since you've "modified" the color of the car. But no judge is going to side...
Forum: Body
03-17-2001, 05:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 427
Posted By 25thRS

okay, the pic's posted now. Can anyone id...

okay, the pic's posted now.

Can anyone id this?
Forum: V6
03-16-2001, 09:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 457
Posted By 25thRS

Given the new "Zero Tolerance" rules, shouldn't...

Given the new "Zero Tolerance" rules, shouldn't this be moved to the Group Purchase board?

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Maroon '92 RS 3.1L AT PW PDL CC Tilt
Forum: V6
03-16-2001, 09:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 500
Posted By 25thRS

Just a minor point of clarification - "nitro"...

Just a minor point of clarification -
"nitro" and "nitrous" are not interchangeable terms.

Nitro refers to nitromethane, commonly used in "nitro-burning funny cars" and "fuelies". It's a...
Forum: Body
03-16-2001, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 427
Posted By 25thRS

Thanks, Dragon. Appreciate the feedback. :-) ...

Thanks, Dragon. Appreciate the feedback.
:-)

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Maroon '92 RS 3.1L AT PW PDL CC Tilt
Forum: Body
03-16-2001, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 427
Posted By 25thRS

Need some parts id help

Okay, so I screwed up. (I'm new to the 3rd gen scene - that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it)

I bought a mint dashpad off eBay. It was listed as "80-92 Firebird/Camaro/Z28/RS). Got it today. It...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-10-2001, 04:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 351
Posted By 25thRS

Pics of my RS

Just in case anyone's interested. :-)
http://www.headachesupportgroups.com/camaro.htm

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Maroon '92 RS 3.1L AT PW PDL CC Tilt
Forum: V6
03-10-2001, 04:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 332
Posted By 25thRS

Pics of my RS

Just in case anyone's interested. :-)
http://www.headachesupportgroups.com/camaro.htm

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Maroon '92 RS 3.1L AT PW PDL CC Tilt
Forum: V6
03-08-2001, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 470
Posted By 25thRS

Seat belt retractor

The retractor on my passenger belt is messed up. You have to slowly pull the lap part of the belt straight up or it binds and stops.

Anyone know how to fix/replace this? If I hit the salvage yards...
Forum: V6
02-22-2001, 01:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 463
Posted By 25thRS

FastRS, I did this a couple months ago on my 92....

FastRS, I did this a couple months ago on my 92. I went by the book and tore the whole dash apart, but I'm an old guy who's body won't bend like you youngun's :-) so if you can do it like the guys...
Forum: V6
02-07-2001, 04:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 547
Posted By 25thRS

Yes, Sweetbird, I own a 3rd gen Maro. Yes, we're...

Yes, Sweetbird, I own a 3rd gen Maro. Yes, we're here to help each other out and share what we each know.

Nope, didn't say "you f u c k i n g dumb@ss" or anything like it.

And I did suggest...
Forum: V6
02-06-2001, 08:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 547
Posted By 25thRS

"I got caught doing 87 in a 55 " Okay,...

"I got caught doing 87 in a 55 "

Okay, everyone get real.

There is no way, nor a reason, to "beat the cop" or the ticket. No excuse for 87 in a 55. This isn't a burnout in a parking lot or a...
Forum: V6
02-03-2001, 09:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 677
Posted By 25thRS

I respect your tact, Reno, but I am going to...

I respect your tact, Reno, but I am going to preach.

I'm 47, and I've been a "hot rodder" (term from my era) all my life. I've raced dirt tracks, asphalt, SCCA, etc. I've owned a bunch of souped...
Forum: V6
01-31-2001, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 387
Posted By 25thRS

First, I'd check the engine mounts to make sure...

First, I'd check the engine mounts to make sure they are tight and solid, to prevent excessive rocking. Next, check overall alignment, from the engine to the rear axle. Don't forget to check the...
Forum: V6
01-31-2001, 08:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 397
Posted By 25thRS

Monkie, you wrote "But whats so strange is when I...

Monkie, you wrote "But whats so strange is when I was stopped at a light with it in neutral the temp went up faster than when I was driving."

I'm confused about what you mean. Of course the temp...
Forum: V6
01-07-2001, 10:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,351
Posted By 25thRS

1-2-3-4-5-6 Left (driver's side) bank is 2-4-6,...

1-2-3-4-5-6
Left (driver's side) bank is 2-4-6, from front to back, and the right is 1-3-5. Distributor rotates clockwise.

Pick up a Hayne's or Chilton's and you'll find tons of info on things...
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