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Forum: Interior
12-28-2022, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 999
Posted By P J Moran

Re: T-Top Panel Case

Just wanted to report that the case has a new owner.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-05-2022, 04:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 465
Posted By P J Moran

Original IROC Springs

Hi. Long time no post.

I wrecked my '87 IROC back in '03 and haven't had much reason to post.

We recently moved and I came across a coupla really good parts from/for my IROC that I would like...
Forum: Interior
06-04-2022, 02:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 999
Posted By P J Moran

T-Top Panel Case

Hi. Long time no post.

I wrecked my '87 IROC back in '03 and haven't had much reason to post.

We recently moved and I came across a coupla really good parts from/for my IROC that I would like...
Forum: History / Originality
02-03-2021, 12:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 364
Posted By P J Moran

Original IROC Springs

It's been a while.

I used to own an '87 IROC with L98 and T-tops. I bought it new and owned it for 16 years. At some point, I replaced the factory springs with Eibach springs. I regretted that...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-15-2016, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 713
Posted By P J Moran

Re: Are all stock sway bar end link bushings black?

As I recall, my '87 IROC had off white bushings and they seemed to be made of nylon, or something like that. When you say "poly", do you mean polyurethane, or something else? I find it hard to...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
08-02-2016, 12:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By P J Moran

Re: NOS Steering Wheel

My new post apparently prompted the original buyer into action, because he sent me the money. The wheel has been sold and shipped.

Thanks for your interest.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
07-27-2016, 05:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By P J Moran

Re: NOS Steering Wheel

I thought I had a buyer, but he disappeared. So, it's still for sale.

$400 plus shipping, firm.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-23-2016, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By P J Moran

Re: NOS Steering Wheel

I've added requested photos to my original post.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-16-2016, 12:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By P J Moran

Re: NOS Steering Wheel

I posted this almost on a whim. I hadn't visited Thirdgen for a LONG time...

But, I do need to let go of the wheel (so to speak :)). And I obviously need to post pictures. I'll take care of...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
03-10-2016, 06:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,010
Posted By P J Moran

NOS Steering Wheel

Hi,

In anticipation of someday restoring my '87 IROC, I purchased a number of parts from the dealership before they were no longer available. I knew that the steering wheel would "wear out" one...
Forum: Interior
03-10-2016, 05:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,457
Posted By P J Moran

Re: Upper console fixing

I took the "wheely reminder thingy" out of mine and made a block plate to fit the hole. I mounted a pushbutton that activates my garage door opener. The guts of the opener are back in the rear...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-27-2006, 12:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 750
Posted By P J Moran

I have an NOS wheel for sale. I bought it new...

I have an NOS wheel for sale. I bought it new from a dealer years ago "just in case". It was expensive then; it's expensive, now. :)
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-27-2006, 12:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 260
Posted By P J Moran

'87 IROC springs

I took the springs out of my car. Swapped them for Eibachs. They are in excellent condition and show no signs of sagging or damage.

$50 plus shipping.

I'm located in East Texas.
Forum: Body
12-31-2002, 02:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 911
Posted By P J Moran

I bought seat track guides for mine from GM. ...

I bought seat track guides for mine from GM. They were reasonably priced and looked "just like" the ones for the hatch pull-down, so I bought a couple of extras.

They're similar, but not the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-05-2002, 08:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

The head bolts go into the water jackets. Any...

The head bolts go into the water jackets. Any silicone that gets pushed through while cleaning will not get into the oiling system. The cooling system is far more tolerant of debris (and tiny...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
12-04-2002, 01:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

Follow up: The leak stopped - for awhile. ...

Follow up:

The leak stopped - for awhile. Then it came back and got worse. I developed an oil leak, too. What a mess!

I decided to pull the heads. The hardest part of that job is removing...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
11-20-2002, 12:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 895
Posted By P J Moran

I have an SL-20X. It's a full-sized,...

I have an SL-20X. It's a full-sized, rechargeable flashlight. It's expensive, but an awesome flashlight. It's far brighter than anything I've ever seen. I saw a guy using one during a power...
Forum: Body
11-15-2002, 09:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,266
Posted By P J Moran

Upon disassembly I discovered that the sealer I...

Upon disassembly I discovered that the sealer I had previously used was leaking most of the way across the glass. It had either shrunk and cracked or pulled away allowing major leakage. I cleaned...
Forum: Body
11-13-2002, 12:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,266
Posted By P J Moran

In QATransAm's photo above, the leak is extremely...

In QATransAm's photo above, the leak is extremely likely at arrow #2. The fix is to disassemble the hatch and reseal it. You have to unbolt the metal tail portion from the glass, install new...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
10-29-2002, 12:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,731
Posted By P J Moran

Classic Industries also carries ACC carpet. They...

Classic Industries also carries ACC carpet. They are the ones I bought mine from. It's the green-gray stuff I now have. No knock on Classsic Industries - just ACC.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
10-15-2002, 12:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,731
Posted By P J Moran

I installed ACC in mine a few years ago. The fit...

I installed ACC in mine a few years ago. The fit was pretty good except for around the dead pedal, but the color match was not. I have the gray interior and the replacement carpet had a greenish...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
09-30-2002, 12:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 695
Posted By P J Moran

I checked out your site. It doesn't come right...

I checked out your site. It doesn't come right out and say it, but I think the wheels are "remanufactured". Is that right? Exactly what does that mean? Are they stripped, remachined, and recoated...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
09-30-2002, 12:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,001
Posted By P J Moran

In partnership with a friend, I just bought a...

In partnership with a friend, I just bought a DynoJet 248. We've installed in another friend's shop. We should have it up and running tomorrow.

We're doing it as a business venture. We hope it...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
07-17-2002, 12:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 600
Posted By P J Moran

Third Gen Resource Refinshed Wheels

Has anyone had this done or purchased a set? How good do they look? Do they look exactly like the new, factory wheels? Or do they just look similar, but very good? Mine are in bad shape and I...
Forum: Body
07-11-2002, 12:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 831
Posted By P J Moran

I have them. Fortunately, they don't leak. But...

I have them. Fortunately, they don't leak. But they do get squeaky and introduce some wind noise. I think the car looks better with them, but considering the reduced chassis stiffness, the...
Forum: Brakes
07-10-2002, 05:06 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,986
Posted By P J Moran

Does this modification affect the perfomance of...

Does this modification affect the perfomance of the brake warning switch?

Also, the old links to the procedure don't seem to work any more. Can someone update them? I never saw this the first...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-26-2002, 12:26 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,147
Posted By P J Moran

OK, we're getting into semantics, here. I...

OK, we're getting into semantics, here. I realize what the sensor actually does. I was speaking effectively. Because of the current needed to maintain the temperature, It "knows" how much air is...
Forum: DIY PROM
06-25-2002, 08:47 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,147
Posted By P J Moran

I haven't commented in awhile, but feel compelled...

I haven't commented in awhile, but feel compelled to jump in here with a question or two.

Mass is mass. The MAF sensor measures mass. Why does elevation matter? The air is thinner, the vacuum...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-08-2002, 08:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 37,664
Posted By P J Moran

FWIW, I installed the Eibach Pro Kit because the...

FWIW, I installed the Eibach Pro Kit because the left side of my car has been sitting 1/2" lower than the right side. After the swap, that is still true! I checked the old springs and they're...
Forum: DIY PROM
04-25-2002, 08:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 915
Posted By P J Moran

I'm running a '94 Caprice engine with Edelbrock...

I'm running a '94 Caprice engine with Edelbrock heads and Speed Pro cam. The Caprice engine uses a roller timing chain whereas the original IROC engine did not (I think - please confirm). I am...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-24-2002, 08:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 547
Posted By P J Moran

I get the impression that the GR2's are "softer"...

I get the impression that the GR2's are "softer" than the Gas-A-Just's. That's not necessarily a bad thing, but what's this business about mixing them up? It doesn't make sense to me to but the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-24-2002, 08:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 585
Posted By P J Moran

I think you're on to something here... [b] ...

I think you're on to something here...
[b]
I'm confident this does lock the sleeve. It better! As I said before, the sleeve will rub on the frame bracket and cause problems. I always lubricate...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-24-2002, 07:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 450
Posted By P J Moran

I pulled out my shop manual last night and found...

I pulled out my shop manual last night and found some interesting stuff. There are some tables containing measurements that I need to check. Various heights such as front control arm pivot bolt,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-23-2002, 04:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 585
Posted By P J Moran

The only way the inner sleeve can turn is if the...

The only way the inner sleeve can turn is if the bolt is actually "loose". Also, if the iner sleeve turns, you will quickly wear out the frame brackets and the sleeves (and to some extent the...
Forum: History / Originality
04-23-2002, 12:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 867
Posted By P J Moran

I had those on my '85. The dealer had them...

I had those on my '85. The dealer had them installed by some local outfit. They are not GM pieces or ordinary dealer installed options. There are probably a number of "companies" that make the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-23-2002, 10:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 450
Posted By P J Moran

The pressure's fine. The wheels and tires are...

The pressure's fine. The wheels and tires are all the same (stock IROC). If the spindle was bent that much, I would have some other serious problems like malfunctioning brakes and obviously screwed...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-23-2002, 10:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 450
Posted By P J Moran

Yes. The front lower (there's only one)...

Yes. The front lower (there's only one) "A-arm".
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-22-2002, 09:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 585
Posted By P J Moran

I believe that the inner sleeve is supposed to...

I believe that the inner sleeve is supposed to (does) remain stationary. Tightening the bolt pinches the frame bracket between the bolt head/nut and the inner sleeve. The inner sleeve cannot turn,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-22-2002, 08:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 450
Posted By P J Moran

Car tilts to the left...

Thinking my springs were shot, I bought an Eibach Pro Kit and installed all four springs. I installed new bushings and ball joints into the control arms while I was at it.

The car now sits even...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-18-2002, 08:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

Well, I spent this last weekend on "Project...

Well, I spent this last weekend on "Project Retorque". What a PITA! That was arguably the toughest mechanikin' job I've ever tackled! I'll be sore for two days.

There are brackets on top of...
Forum: DIY PROM
03-14-2002, 10:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,123
Posted By P J Moran

RPM Flare upon startup

It's inconsistent, but some times upon startup, the RPMs jump way up to around 2000. Some times less. Some times they don't flare at all. I can find no pattern. If anything, it does this more...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-04-2002, 10:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 528
Posted By P J Moran

Y'all are bursting my bubble, here. I always...

Y'all are bursting my bubble, here. I always thought IROCs were special and they didn't scrimp on the performance parts. You'd think that by bringing in Bilstein, they were striving for excellence....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-04-2002, 09:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

Thanks to everyone for your input.

Thanks to everyone for your input.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-01-2002, 01:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

I dunno, guys. I've tried a couple of times (I...

I dunno, guys. I've tried a couple of times (I left one of the ground wires off when re-installing the engine) and can't even get a wrench on them! Do you try from above or below?

I want you to...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-01-2002, 12:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 528
Posted By P J Moran

Replacement Bilstein Shocks

I want to get new rear shocks for my '87 IROC. I want the exact same shocks (yellow Bilsteins) that came on it. They are no longer available from GM. GM now sells DeCarbons as replacement parts.
...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2002, 05:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

I'm no engine builder, but have built three. I...

I'm no engine builder, but have built three. I used silicone on the bolt threads in all three cases. I had no leakage problems out of the first two, but they had iron heads! That's why I'm...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-28-2002, 05:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

It is my baby, no doubt, but because of the AIR...

It is my baby, no doubt, but because of the AIR tubes bolted to the back of the heads and the impossibility of reaching those bolts without removing the engine, I think I'll stop at retorquing, for...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2002, 01:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

I used anti-sieze under the heads (of the bolts)...

I used anti-sieze under the heads (of the bolts) and silicone on the threads. Do y'all recommend removing and reinstalling the head bolts (one at a time) using Teflon this time, instead of silicone?...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2002, 10:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 674
Posted By P J Moran

Does it have the same kind of electrical...

Does it have the same kind of electrical connector? Is it a direct plug-n-play or is some kind of adapter required? I used one for a '93 GMC Suburban. It comes on at 225, but the connector's...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-27-2002, 10:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,028
Posted By P J Moran

Yes, silicone. BTW, the mileage on the...

Yes, silicone.

BTW, the mileage on the engine is only 25K miles.
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