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Forum: History / Originality
06-07-2023, 12:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,668
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: LEGO 3rd Gens

LEGO finally released larger wheels and a few new pieces that helped to revamp a lot of issues with the earlier design. I still had to use one less than ideal piece on the rear quarter of the blue...
Forum: History / Originality
06-07-2023, 12:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,668
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: LEGO 3rd Gens **UPDATE**

I have, but if I do I can't offer the plans also. It's kinda one or the other. Since the likelyhood of them actually producing it as a kit is fairly low, it'ld be more accessable for people if go...
Forum: History / Originality
06-07-2023, 12:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 16,668
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: LEGO 3rd Gens **UPDATE**

Working on plans to build these currently. 1/12 scale 1987 Camaro IROC-Z, 16" long and fully detailed. Can be built as white with black/red or black/silver stripes, black with black/blue or...
Forum: Convertibles
07-12-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,438
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

I used a red LED strip instead. The bulbs were way to pricey and hard to come by, and the LED strip was $20 for a pair. Took all of 5 min to rig up in place and wire into the system, and is much...
Forum: Body
07-12-2019, 11:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,571
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: 88 Camaro OEM ground effects

Metal phillips head screws about 5/8" long. They screw into the metal bracket on the side of the car. Underneath uses 7mm hex head screws to attach to the pinch weld. There should also be a rear...
Forum: TPI
07-06-2019, 07:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,617
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: want to buy TPI manifold

Forgot to mention two different lower intakes, angled vs vertical center bolt styles.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-03-2019, 08:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 769
Posted By 1983Chimaera

San Antonio, TX - 91-92 Speed Density TPI and .030 over 4-bolt 350

I have a .030 bored 4-bolt main roller cam 350 (code on block 880) in good shape with crank, pistons, oil pan, timing cover, and rear seal. Have L98 or LT1 camshaft available. Asking $300 for short...
Forum: TPI
07-01-2019, 12:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,617
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: want to buy TPI manifold

There are 3 different TPI upper manifolds, at least 3 different fuel rail setups (F vs Y body, with or w/o cold start injector). Stock lower manifolds are pretty much universal, and the runners only...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-28-2019, 09:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,013
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Sourcing a Junkyard 350 for TPI Build

My 4-bolt 350 came from a 1991 Suburban, was a 1 piece rear main roller block. Conventional wisdom says 1995 was first year for factory roller cam SBCs in trucks, but you never know what you might...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-25-2019, 05:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,013
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Sourcing a Junkyard 350 for TPI Build

1987 up should be 1 piece rear seal roller cam block, but junkyard could really be anything. You can get roller cams for under $300, hell a junkyard LT1/L99 cam is under $30. And do NOT put 305...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-25-2019, 03:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,013
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Sourcing a Junkyard 350 for TPI Build

The local pull your own parts yards here used to be full of third gens. You could virtually throw a rock and it would bounce off 20 before it hit the ground Now you're lucky if they get one every 6...
Forum: Engine Swap
06-25-2019, 01:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,013
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Sourcing a Junkyard 350 for TPI Build

What part of the country are you in? I just scored a complete 91-92 Camaro TPI 350 from the junkyard. One piece rear main, 4 bolt bottom end. It's been bored .030 over, was about to start machine...
Forum: Group Purchases
05-30-2019, 03:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,259
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Who else wants a 1:18 scale diecast version of there car!?

Those are nicely detailed, but they only make the 1982 Z28 and base model 1985 IROC-Z. I'ld like to see 85-87 TPI Z28 and IROC-Z models, 1988-1990 IROC-Z models at least with TPI. If they can...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-18-2019, 07:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,520
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Another $10K Craigslist ad that shouldn't

Fixed that for ya:lol:
Forum: Interior
04-16-2019, 10:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,001
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: GTA overhead console

I have one of the full length Astro/Safari overhead consoles in my hardtop. It's the earlier style without the engine monitor, but does have the digital outside temp and compass heading, plus 4...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-12-2019, 03:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,520
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Another $10K Craigslist ad that shouldn't

https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/spring-89-camaro-iroc/6861542898.html

Who can name all the things wrong with this? Ready, go!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-25-2019, 08:17 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 34,198
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: TV's Shows & Movies that have 3rd Gen Camaro or Firebird

Captain Marvel, when Carol Danvers pulls up to Pancho's Bar there is a 1992 Purple Haze Trans Am parked out front. I poked my girlfriend in the ribs with a big grin on my face in the theater and she...
Forum: Exhaust
03-21-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,399
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: No more emissions testing - hopefully coming soon to your state.

Millennial anti-theft device :driving:
Forum: Cooling
03-19-2019, 06:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,999
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: other great junkyard fans??

I used 12" zip ties and the existing brackets on the Lexus fans. Kept the single fan on the backside of the radiator, so essentially the entire surface area was covered between all three. Watching...
Forum: Exhaust
03-19-2019, 03:36 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,399
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: No more emissions testing - hopefully coming soon to your state.

El Paso, Houston, Dallas/Ft Worth, and Austin all have emissions testing in Texas. San Antonio is the only large metro area to not have it (7th largest city in the country no less!). We've been...
Forum: Cooling
03-12-2019, 08:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,999
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: other great junkyard fans??

On my 83 Z28 I used a pair of Lexus LS400 dual pusher fans mounted ahead of the condenser. Had to trim 2 tabs off of them, otherwise fit perfect and they moved a TON of air. They pretty much cover...
Forum: Cooling
03-12-2019, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 852
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Primary fan improper operation

Car is a fairly stock 1988 IROC-Z, LB9 TPI 305 with dual factory fan setup. A/C compressor is currently deleted, all A/C system wiring connections remain except for compressor clutch connector...
Forum: DFI and ECM
03-11-2019, 10:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,745
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: What size of alternator

I just put a 130 amp AD237 (AD244 series) in my 1988 IROC-Z, and it was fairly straightforward. There is a 253 amp AD244 version available brand new from RockAuto for cheaper than a stock...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-15-2018, 09:13 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 61,998
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Rock Auto Discount Codes here (Share them if you have them) RockAuto

9481755090224462 - Expires Dec 23, 2018
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
10-31-2018, 02:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 576
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: San Antonio - Lots o' parts!

The rear cargo panel I have is the lower one that becomes an extension of the rear floor deck and covers the lower storage area. It's dark charcoal/black plastic with carpet on top (also dark grey)....
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
10-31-2018, 12:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 576
Posted By 1983Chimaera

San Antonio - Lots o' parts!

I junked my 1983 Z28, sad to see it go but the body was toast. I pulled everything useful off of it before it went to the crusher, will list everything I can think of.

Rear hatch, Z28 style, no...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
10-31-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 537
Posted By 1983Chimaera

San Antonio - Lots o' parts!

I junked my 1983 Z28, sad to see it go but the body was toast. I pulled everything useful off of it before it went to the crusher, will list everything I can think of.

Rear hatch, Z28 style, no...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-31-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 471
Posted By 1983Chimaera

San Antonio - Lots o' parts!

I junked my 1983 Z28, sad to see it go but the body was toast. I pulled everything useful off of it before it went to the crusher, will list everything I can think of.


Rear hatch, Z28 style, no...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
10-31-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,193
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Rear window louvers

Add me to the list. 1988 IROC-Z, no brake light on glass. Prefer aluminum, can make my own mounting hardware. Located in central Texas but will drive to pick up within reason if price is right. ...
Forum: History / Originality
01-04-2016, 12:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,343
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Fake IROC - 1986 Camaro on Ebay

Chevrolet Camaro Z28 IROC Z Coupe 2 Door w T Tops | eBay

Seller is claiming the car is a 1986 IROC-Z. Car has Z28 paint scheme, no IROC-Z decals, 1988-1990 IROC-Z rocker badges, and painted RS...
Forum: Electronics
06-28-2015, 02:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 627
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Debating on buying car with electrical problems..

Without more details about the car, it's current condition (body, paint, mechanical, engine, etc) no way of giving you any kind of empirical answer. From a broad standpoint, unless it has a very...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-25-2015, 06:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,122
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: wtf rockauto shipping charges

It's done that to me before as well. I always try to shop based on items coming from as few warehouses as possible, but there have been times where I will pick several items and put them in my...
Forum: Body
06-20-2015, 01:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,422
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: my sad day

Could be worse...
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_1567_1d74f0dbdc7a4b53b952a671b6e671645a7a8b96.jpg
At least your damage is mostly bolt-on parts, and a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-16-2015, 07:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,255
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: 1988 IROC-Z Paint Decision

The Atomic Orange is already pretty much a copper. I need to re-take that firewall pic, once the dust is removed it brightens up a LOT. I personally don't feel it would clash with the black body,...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-16-2015, 05:26 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,583
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Does it drive you nuts when people sit on your car?

I hate when you're the only car on a stretch of multilane road, until some guy from waaaaaaaaaaaaay back finally catches up to you, slows to match your speed, and sits in your blind spot. It's like...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-16-2015, 05:15 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,583
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Does it drive you nuts when people sit on your car?

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_1498_f61ed1bedcd4b9fb8465c1e0b237eb94a3bd617f.jpg
When I lived at these apartments I paid for a covered space for my Z/28. ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-16-2015, 04:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,255
Posted By 1983Chimaera

1988 IROC-Z Paint Decision

I have a 1988 LB9 hardtop IROC-Z, originally Bright Red and has a gray interior. The car was given a horrible white Earl Scheib paint job by the previous owner. No care was take to mask the car...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-14-2015, 09:36 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,583
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Does it drive you nuts when people sit on your car?

Setting their drinks on the roof/T-tops (and leaving condensation rings!!) :gocrazy:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-14-2015, 06:02 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,583
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Does it drive you nuts when people sit on your car?

I wanna start keeping some 80 grit sandpaper in my back pocket, so when I tell some jerk to get off my car and he inevitably replies "I'm not hurting it" I can pull it out and rub it against his face...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-14-2015, 12:29 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,583
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Does it drive you nuts when people sit on your car?

Uggh the "no feet on the dash" thing drives me nuts, my wife does that in my MR2, and unlike our third gens, there IS no aftermarket replacement available for those cars! It's bad enough the giant...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-13-2015, 08:23 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,583
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Does it drive you nuts when people sit on your car?

Does anyone else hear the "Benny Hill Show" music in their head when they read this?? :lol:
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
06-13-2015, 06:16 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,583
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Does it drive you nuts when people sit on your car?

I'm guessing management doesn't care. You could take pictures, install a dash cam to catch the offending parties, force management to act especially if any damage has happened. Their insurance...
Forum: Members Camaros
06-13-2015, 03:02 AM
Replies: 362
Views: 80,529
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: How did you get into your Camaro/Firebird?

Bought my '83 Z/28 from a local cop for $1000, who naturally was driving it on the streets with no taillights, no seat belts, no wipers or wiper motor, and a badly mangled wiring harness. He had...
Forum: Northern Great Plains and Rocky Mountain
06-12-2015, 11:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 884
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Air Force Retirement Ceremony Invitation - Utah

I thought Air Force retirement ceremonies were held on golf courses...That's where they spend most of their time in service anyway, isn't it?

J/kidding, congrats! Get some good pics from the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-12-2015, 11:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 17,028
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Trick to putting 700R4 transmission dip stick tube in?

GM 700R4 Firewall Mount Flexible Braided Transmission Dipstick w Aluminum Knob | eBay
Not sure what the length is, but they do have an "ask question" feature. That one is also carried by Jegs for...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-12-2015, 08:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 17,028
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Trick to putting 700R4 transmission dip stick tube in?

They are out there for cheaper, I did a Google search and came up with some under $35 as well. I still recommend one in the future when you can afford it, I know how conflicting budgets go when...
Forum: Miscellaneous Third Gen Items!
06-12-2015, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 920
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Micro Machine Camaro Verts? Trades?

I have one, forget the color scheme on it but will look (might have repainted it at some point). Also have their Tx DPS B4C with spotlight and roof bar.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-12-2015, 02:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 17,028
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Trick to putting 700R4 transmission dip stick tube in?

I've had it on two different 700R4's now, and no issues of leakage with either. Mine didn't have the filler adapter, so I have a small funnel I use. It does take longer to fill, but that seems like...
Forum: Electronics
06-12-2015, 01:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,049
Posted By 1983Chimaera

Re: Mystery wires in the engine compartment

Hard to tell from your pic. Trans lockup wiring is a possibility.
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