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Forum: TPI
06-28-2016, 01:20 AM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,593
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

Good to see your issues are solved. I`ve had no problems driving in 95+ heat this summer, that is a first for me.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-29-2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 368
Posted By jimdutro

Re: 9 bolt parts

Found what I was looking for, thanks again. Jim
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
04-24-2016, 07:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 368
Posted By jimdutro

9 bolt parts

Looking for rebuilt 3-series posi carrier or one in good condition & good set of 3.27 or 3.45 ring & pinion for B W 9 bolt.
Forum: TPI
04-08-2016, 07:30 PM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,593
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

I have a 2-year old nos ACdelco vapor canister and there is a gap where the purge solenoid attaches to the canister, it can be seen on top of the canister and feels a little loose. I don`t know how...
Forum: TPI
03-31-2016, 01:20 AM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,593
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

Ok, I`ve been looking for an old post that tells which fuel line is which. Type "fuel line/fuel pump help," last post 1/11/14 and moderator RBob describes which fuel line is which. Good luck
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
03-30-2016, 12:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By jimdutro

Re: PASSENGER SIDE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT LENS (GRID STYLE TAIL-LIGHTS)

I know this is an old post but if you are still looking for license plate light lens assemblies Classic Industries Camaro in Huntington Beach, Ca. has them in stock, I just got a new set.
Forum: TPI
03-27-2016, 08:37 PM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,593
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

Update, I`ve been driving a lot in hot weather and still no issues. I had planned on replacing my fuel pump again and now I don`t see the need. I`m not even getting the slight pump whine after...
Forum: TPI
03-12-2016, 03:40 AM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,593
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

I stumbled across a "fix" that worked for 90% of the problems I was having. My `88 Iroc was having most of the symptoms as everyone else for the past 4 years. I`m on my 3rd ACdelco fuel pump in 8...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-18-2016, 02:10 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 26,019
Posted By jimdutro

Re: KC4 - Stock Oil Cooler Info w/ pictures

I`ve been running without the stock oil cooler for 9 years now, no issues.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-12-2015, 04:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 561
Posted By jimdutro

Re: B/W 9 bolt

Got what I needed, thanks.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
01-01-2015, 12:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 561
Posted By jimdutro

Re: B/W 9 bolt

Ok, thanks, I will let you know. Jim
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-31-2014, 08:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 561
Posted By jimdutro

Re: B/W 9 bolt

$200 + shipping? zip is 92661
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-31-2014, 08:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 561
Posted By jimdutro

Re: B/W 9 bolt

zip is 92661
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-31-2014, 02:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 561
Posted By jimdutro

B/W 9 bolt

Need both rear axles for B/W 9 bolt
Forum: Body
07-20-2014, 11:05 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,775
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Rust Evaluation, Need input

Nice offer, if it was me I would go for the roller in a heartbeat and avoid the body rot issues.
Forum: Cooling
06-21-2014, 06:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 861
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Overheating still... Help

What do you mean by "overheating"? Is the stock gauge in the red or is the radiator boiling over or ?
Forum: Exhaust
04-13-2014, 06:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 890
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Advice for a slip-fit cat that won't slip on?

If your local muffler shop has an old pipe expanders that may work to open up the inlet on the cat.
Forum: Body
04-04-2014, 07:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 390
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Windshield washer plumbing tee

Any auto parts store will have one that works.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-04-2014, 02:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,218
Posted By jimdutro

Re: 1977 scottsdale 454 need help

No, I would advise buying a 1975 or older, anything from `76 on requires you smog it every 2 years and it gets expensive and restricts the performance parts you can use. You will never get...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-15-2014, 07:39 PM
Replies: 913
Views: 115,964
Posted By jimdutro

Re: LS1 swap for my '89 GTA

Car detailers used sulpheric acid on aluminum wheels years ago, I`m not sure what they use now. It worked great, but not good to breathe.
Forum: Carburetors
02-14-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 596
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Getting ready for CA Smog, Idle Question

For what it`s worth a few years ago my `88 Iroc was getting terrible mileage compared to my `74 El Camino. I replaced the EGR just before I had to smog and my mileage shot up to 25 around town and...
Forum: Northern California
01-26-2014, 02:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,581
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Emissions Tests and Hot Rods in CA

A friend that lives in Perris, Ca. drove a highly-modded Mustang told me Riverside and San Bernadino counties have rolling smog checks, he got caught in one , had his car impounded and his last bogus...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-02-2013, 06:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,221
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Bellhousing bolt idea.

Sofa is right, you are making this more difficult than it needs to be.
Forum: History / Originality
10-10-2013, 02:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,361
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Does your car Suck or Blow?

Blow yes suck no. My `88 Iroc was having issues with a very strong gas smell outside the car after a long drive on a hot day. I would remove the gas cap and gas would spray out under high pressure...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-24-2013, 11:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 13,385
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Gas cap / filler neck question

If the tank is leaking where the filler neck attaches to the tank, you can repair that yourself.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-24-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 13,385
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Gas cap / filler neck question

It`s in the tank. You have to drop the tank to remove it. The other symptoms I had was when removing the gas cap I could hear alot of pressure being released and when I pushed in on the restrictor...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2013, 06:14 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 13,385
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Gas cap / filler neck question

Just went through the strong gas odor when getting out of the car after a long drive on a hot day. It turned out to be a faulty pressure valve on the gas tank sending unit, changed the sending unit,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-31-2013, 06:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By jimdutro

Re: dropped an AWL down dizzy hole

Sears carries an assortment of magnets that extend, different lengths and widths that will do the job without pulling the intake. No, I don`t work for Sears.
Forum: Cooling
08-23-2013, 05:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,458
Posted By jimdutro

Re: another overheating problem.. help if you got it

I checked my coolant temp with a laser and a radiator cap with built-in thermometer, the stock temp gauge reads 20 degrees hotter than the laser and cap. Don`t trust your stock gauge.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-23-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 524
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Oil question.

The 383 TPI in my `88 Iroc had about 33,000 miles on the engine when I bought it. No leaks anywhere on the engine. After switching to full synthetic the rear main developed a major leak after a few...
Forum: Brakes
08-20-2013, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 563
Posted By jimdutro

parking brake question

I need to replace my parking brake cables but I`m not sure which ones are correct. The cables listed from parts suppliers say "not for use with Power Package." How do I know which cables are the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-24-2013, 03:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 54,482
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Oil weight for a high mileage 305?

Oldguy, had the same issue on several small blocks over the years. I removed the bolt where the leak was, clean the bolt and bolt hole as well as possible, coat threads with sealer and reinstall. ...
Forum: Cooling
06-28-2012, 08:07 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 19,674
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Thermostat without chip?

No,it sounds like you may have a low temp fan swich. My Iroc runs at a consistant 200-220 max. I have never had any problems getting the car smogged here in So. Cal. No chip and no reprogramming...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-25-2012, 03:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 54,482
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Oil weight for a high mileage 305?

DiabolicalRS, I`ve run well over 2 million miles on small block Chevys the past 40+ years without any engine failures due to lubrication. I use 10/30 the first 150k miles and usually switch to 10/40...
Forum: Cooling
06-29-2011, 10:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,762
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Overheats with air on.

What temp shows on the gauge when it overheats? One thing I did`nt see that you replaced was the cooling fan switch, pass. side of engine above starter I believe. I use one from Summit, turns on...
Forum: Cooling
06-28-2011, 06:54 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,762
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Overheats with air on.

If you decide to do the LS1 fan shroud buy the entire unit, shroud and fans together. I paid around $50 for mine. I`ve seen alot of after market fans pushing, not pulling. Depending on how you...
Forum: Cooling
06-27-2011, 11:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,762
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Overheats with air on.

Ikeepitreelz, if you want me to list what I did to my `88 Iroc let me know, it may save you some frustration.
Forum: Cooling
06-24-2011, 11:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,762
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Overheats with air on.

I see we are driving the same car, your`s runs hot and mine does`nt anymore. I`d been driving El Caminos for 30 years when I bought this Iroc. Always did my own work and never had cooling issues...
Forum: Cooling
06-24-2011, 06:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,762
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Overheats with air on.

When I bought my `88 Iroc I also had over-heating issues with and without the air running. Here`s what`s worked for me the past 5 years. New Stewart stage 1 water pump, 180 thermostat, 200 degree on...
Forum: Cooling
02-25-2011, 10:48 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 19,674
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Thermostat without chip?

I`ve never had cooling issues with the changes I made in my last post except I forgot to mention the Stewart stage 1 water pump I also installed. I run a toggle switch for each fan to the console so...
Forum: Interior
12-17-2010, 07:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,814
Posted By jimdutro

Re: 4th Generation Seats!

84 1LE, thanks for the info, much appreciated.
Forum: Interior
12-13-2010, 10:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,814
Posted By jimdutro

Re: 4th Generation Seats!

I too am curious about whether a 4th gen manual seat will bolt-up to 3rd. gen power seat track?
Forum: Electronics
04-12-2010, 04:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 19,370
Posted By jimdutro

Re: fuel gauge always past full??

Dowgard, after checking everything possible to fix my gas gauge after it started staying past full again I was ready to drop the tank and replace the float assembly. But first I got a spray can of...
Forum: FAQ Board
09-26-2009, 06:27 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 54,177
Posted By jimdutro

Re: 700R4 Life span relative to fluid temperatures

My `88 Iroc also has the original 700r4 with 160k miles. I have never had any auto trans problems in any GM car I`ve owned the past 43 years if I use a trans cooler and deep pan. I also service the...
Forum: Cooling
09-13-2009, 06:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Waterpump Replace

Hey Uncle Tom, excellent advice as always. The first time I worked on my Iroc none of my tools fit the fasteners on it so off to Walmart. Good tools for the price.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-11-2009, 02:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,354
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Power steering fluid question?

shone190, no such thing as a stupid question when asking for help, that`s why most of us are here.
Forum: Cooling
09-07-2009, 02:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,802
Posted By jimdutro

Re: Overheating and possible coolant in passenger footwell

Your leak on the passenger side floor sounds like the heater core is shot and needs to be replaced. Mine did the same thing last year.If your temps have been ok until now, check to make sure your...
Forum: Cooling
09-05-2009, 09:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,388
Posted By jimdutro

Re: lower radiator support bent???

Got to agree with Jaydog, shim the fan away from the radiator.
Forum: Cooling
09-05-2009, 05:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By jimdutro

Re: fan question

Mark, if memory serves me right you can tap into the green/white striped wire at the fan relay and connect it to a toggle. That should ground the relay and turn on the fan manually. Since you are...
Forum: Cooling
05-23-2009, 04:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 32,449
Posted By jimdutro

Re: New 383 stroker. Overheating

To answer an old post I missed, my temps dropped about 10 degrees when I installed the Stewart stage 1 water pump(part # EMP 13123). I also use an EMP-301 thermostat, 180 degree. If your lower air...
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