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Forum: TPI
06-11-2017, 02:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

The ticking doesn't bother me,don't hear it when i am driving,only hear it when hood is up.Car runs really well so i am happy :)
Forum: TPI
06-10-2017, 02:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Thanks for the replies guys.I did think it was odd that it ran well with pressure that low.Guess i need to check my gauge.
Forum: TPI
06-10-2017, 09:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Although the car runs fine,i had noticed a ticking noise,thought it was a valve.After listening closer it sounds like either a injector or fuel rail.So i checked fuel pressure and i now only have 5...
Forum: TPI
06-09-2017, 01:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Injectors came wednesday,put them in yesterday but didn't have time to finish until today.Changed plugs,cap and rotor and runs much better.Moves like a scalded cat.Slightly lumpy at idle but i have a...
Forum: TPI
06-09-2017, 01:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 378
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Vacuum pipe

:thanks: :thumbsup:
Forum: TPI
06-09-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 378
Posted By thebandit92

Vacuum pipe

Can someone tell me what this black pipe connects to.Just changed injectors and i remember seeing it under the plenum but can't see anything to connect it to.It comes from what looks like a ported...
Forum: TPI
06-06-2017, 01:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Cool :thanks:
Forum: TPI
06-06-2017, 01:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Thanks :thumbsup:
Forum: TPI
06-05-2017, 12:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Thanks,i will check those,got a new filter on it's way so when i fit that i will check the other stuff.
Is 38-40 psi about right for fuel pressure ?
Forum: TPI
06-05-2017, 12:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Ok thanks,just ordered a set of the 3's,chose Worldwide Expedited shipping hoping i get them and get them fitted before 17th of this month so i can go to a car show with it.
Forum: TPI
06-05-2017, 12:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Injector problem ??

Ok thanks for the quick reply.Just been looking on your website,what's the difference between the ones at $145 and the D3 at $155.Also do the D3 come with the adapters or do i need to buy them...
Forum: TPI
06-04-2017, 03:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 799
Posted By thebandit92

Injector problem ??

Hi everyone,not been on here for at least 9 years,when i sold my 89 GTA to buy a 80 Trans Am S/E which i still have.Just bought a 91 Trans Am 305 two weeks ago.Starting to wish i hadn't bought it now...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-19-2008, 02:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By thebandit92

Early and late 350 engines.

Other than heads and intake are earlier engines the same as later ones,i am only interested in knowing if the blocks are same around engine mounts to see if a ,89 350 tpi from a Trans Am engine will...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-30-2008, 03:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 902
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 700R4

Thanks for that:thanks:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-23-2008, 04:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 902
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 700R4

Thanks for the info
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-31-2008, 02:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 902
Posted By thebandit92

700R4

I don't know if anyone on here will be able to answer this but will a 700R4 out of a 89 Trans Am fit into a 86 Corvette.
Thanks Jimmy.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-14-2008, 01:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Ebay vendor A1CANVAS

Thanks for that.I just looked at the auction http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250228757750&fromMakeTrack=true again and noticed there is a phone number,ive emailed them...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
06-08-2008, 03:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By thebandit92

Ebay vendor A1CANVAS

Beware if you are thinking of buying from them.I bought a carpet from them on 26 march 08 but still have not recieved it.I emailed them and got a reply on 14 may saying it had shipped but not got...
Forum: TPI
05-26-2008, 03:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 639
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Aluminum serpentine pulleys

Thanks for the reply,i will have a look at some others but not decided wether or not to keep car as i want a second gen T/A.
Forum: TPI
05-25-2008, 03:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 639
Posted By thebandit92

Aluminum serpentine pulleys

Ive been thinking about dressing my engine up a little with aluminum pulleys and i found some pretty cheap ones on ebay but it says for standard rotation water pumps,will they still work on my GTA...
Forum: Electronics
04-02-2008, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Crancking Problem

It was pretty easy to do once out of car,it can be a bit fiddly getting the brushes back in.I have just started having same problem again although not as often so i think the armature needs...
Forum: Classified Ads Feedback Board
03-02-2008, 04:06 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 335
Posted By thebandit92

cpears Great seller

Bought a mirror off cpears a couple of weeks ago,great guy to do business with,answered all my PMs quickly and shipped it same day,just like to say thanks and sorry its a bit late posting this reply...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-26-2008, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 690
Posted By thebandit92

Re: serpentine belt

Thanks for all the replies,i will try a american parts dealer over here and maybe a couple of the european parts shops to see if they have anything long enough,if not then i have a contact in florida...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2008, 02:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 690
Posted By thebandit92

Re: serpentine belt

I only looked at ones on amazon because they were the only ones that came up on google with that part number.I don't have a local parts store for american car parts as i am in England so,there are a...
Forum: Interior
02-23-2008, 02:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 369
Posted By thebandit92

reset knob

Not sure if this is right place for this,i am looking for the tripmeter reset knob for a '89 GTA,anyone know where i can get one or if any other models fit,i don't even know what they look like.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-23-2008, 01:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 690
Posted By thebandit92

serpentine belt

I have dissconnected my air pump and now want to remove it.I have read the article on here about doing this and my question is about part numbers.On the article on here it says to use a Dayco 968K6...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
02-22-2008, 12:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 534
Posted By thebandit92

Re: GTA rearview mirrors

Recieved this mirror a few days ago,fast shipping.:thanks:

Thanks Jimmy.:thumbsup:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-11-2008, 01:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 263
Posted By thebandit92

Pulleys

I have been thinking about adding some aluminum pulleys to my engine to dress things up a bit,the march ones are a bit expensive but i have seen some on e bay but am not sure if they fit.Auction...
Forum: Electronics
02-04-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Crancking Problem

Well i had starter apart and most parts looked ok so i just gave it a good clean up and gave the commutator (i think thats what its called)a light going over with some fine wet and dry paper,i put...
Forum: Electronics
01-21-2008, 11:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Crancking Problem

[quote=Fullsizewagon;3608192]So not even a click, or a dimming of lights? Has to be the starter given that you made up a separate starting circuit, but check that all connections are sound...
Forum: Electronics
01-20-2008, 03:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By thebandit92

Crancking Problem

I have a '89 GTA with a 350 that has had the VATS bypassed but i am having cranking problems.When the car is cold it always cranks and starts no problem but once i have drive for a few miles and then...
Forum: Interior
11-26-2007, 01:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 405
Posted By thebandit92

Trip meter

Is it possible to buy the reset knob for the trip meter on a '89 GTA,if so where would i get one from,i have tried a search on google and e bay but no luck.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-22-2007, 12:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,574
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Different kitt front end

That looks like the one on here http://www.showcars-bodyparts.com/firebird82up.html you will have to scroll down to it. http://www.showcars-bodyparts.com/FIREBIRDVISIONCUSTOMBUMPER.JPG
Forum: Body
11-20-2007, 10:35 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,231
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Hey yall what can i lose?

Take a look at the following website,the guy on there has a '83 Trans Am with a 455 and gives some info on installing it,not sure how to get weight down though.

http://webpages.charter.net/ta455/
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-29-2007, 01:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 700R4 Question.

I have cleaned and checked the valve body and fitted new vb plate and gaskets,fitted a new governor but still no joy,in fact it will not change up from 1st to 2nd now.I am wondering if it could be...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-03-2007, 03:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 700R4 Question.

It dose not neutral in any gear,i have ordered a few more bits,valve body gaskets and new plate and a new governor but as i am in england and parts or coming from states it will probably get 1-2...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-01-2007, 02:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 700R4 Question.

I tried changing pistons and springs round and checked servo but it still will not go into 3 or 4,can the kickdown cable cause it not to go into those gears if it is not adjusted correctly,just...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-28-2007, 11:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 700R4 Question.

Thanks,i will try that.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-27-2007, 02:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By thebandit92

700R4 Question.

I will start at the beginning,when i bought my T/A GTA it slipped going from 1st to 2nd so i decided to buy a rebuild kit thinking it was clutches,part way through rebuild i read fault finding part...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-09-2007, 04:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 505
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 700R4 question

Thanks for that,i will see if i can get just the plate from one of the trans suppliers on e bay or the full clutch pack for reverse input.
Forum: Electronics
09-09-2007, 03:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 418
Posted By thebandit92

Ignition switch

I just bought a new vats ignition switch to put in my '89 gta but when i came to fit it the switch would not fit,so i think it must have a earlier column fitted.My car has had vats bypassed but i was...
Forum: Electronics
09-09-2007, 03:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 664
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Cost for an Ignition coil

Have a look on e bay,heres one thats pretty cheap...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-09-2007, 03:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 505
Posted By thebandit92

700R4 question

I have started rebuilding my trans which is a early '87 and i bought a reverse input drum that turned out to be for a later trans,so i had to buy a later reverse input piston.The problem i now have...
Forum: Electronics
06-24-2007, 03:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,178
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Help! 92 Firebird intermittently won't start!!!!

Hi i am also in England and am having similar problems with my gta only mine turns over but does not start,hope you find the problem as it might help me with mine.My car has had vats bypassed and i...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-18-2007, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 571
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Starting problem

My car does not have a capacitor.I have a spark even when engine turns but does not start,will be checking injectors to see if they are working when car is in non starting condition as i am wondering...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-17-2007, 04:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 571
Posted By thebandit92

Starting problem

My car has been off the road for about 12 months,when i first started it up about 2-3 weeks ago it started and run fine but i did not have a timing light to do timing so left it a while to do a few...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-09-2007, 02:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Head gasket

Thanks for the reply's,it was the intake gasket at the front although there seemed to be a lot of water around the head compared to amount leaking from manifold but tightened bolts up a bit and no...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-02-2007, 03:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 822
Posted By thebandit92

Head gasket

I have a '89 gta with a 350 tpi that has a water leak which seems to be coming from the head gasket at front of engine at cylinder #2,what i want to know is if the head gasket is blown or head...
Forum: Fabrication
04-29-2007, 03:25 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,428
Posted By thebandit92

Re: 1988 firebird Z20 rear spats project

The third gen bandits have a hood scoop and bird but the ground effects would have to be removed to fit the spats,heres some pics of one on car domain
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2055416
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-03-2007, 11:48 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,556
Posted By thebandit92

Re: Improving Look Of Coolant Reserve?

I think it may be down to what it is for as he has a few on there for oil catch tanks and power steering catch tanks?:confused:,don't know why anybody needs one of them, but that may be why they look...
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