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Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-24-2019, 01:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,638
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88-89 IROC Rear Wheels (Silver)

That looks like a good wheel but I think it may not be the correct color. This appears to be a Medium Gray and not the Arctic Silver wheel. Now the only way I've been able to tell the difference...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-24-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,638
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88-89 IROC Rear Wheels (Silver)

Thanks! I've been looking around on Facebook marketplace. You are right about condition. Most of the ones I see are in need of refinishing. Clear coat coming off most of them, otherwise in pretty...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-08-2019, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,638
Posted By 88IROConv

88-89 IROC Rear Wheels (Silver)

I'm looking for a set of original rear silver accent 16 inch wheels for my daughters IROC for her birthday in December. She is obsessed with originality. Car is original except for the rear wheels...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
07-06-2019, 10:58 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 105,906
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 17x9 IROC wheels coming from Hawks!!!

They are not painting the whole lug nut area? Or is that just the photo?
Forum: History / Originality
02-12-2014, 08:41 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 41,630
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Seeking some low miles, all original, "Reference Cars".

Just rolled over in November.

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Forum: History / Originality
02-12-2014, 07:45 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 41,630
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Seeking some low miles, all original, "Reference Cars".

I don't get on here very much but I will add mine. The car is 100% original. I still have the production line battery and oil filter somewhere in the garage. I thought I had lost the battery about 15...
Forum: TPI
07-17-2012, 12:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,298
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88 TPI Fuel Pump Test Connector

With key on, engine off my fuel pressure is 37. This explains why the car starts hard. Engine running it's at 29. According to the shop manual I need pinch off the fuel return line and apply battery...
Forum: TPI
07-16-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,298
Posted By 88IROConv

88 TPI Fuel Pump Test Connector

I have hunted for this connector for 30 minutes and I cannot find it. By searching the forum I was able to locate the fuel pump relay on the drivers side firewall. Based on the information I read it...
Forum: Convertibles
06-13-2012, 02:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,854
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Speakers In A Convertible - Direct Fit

Yes, every stock unit has a built in amp. I replaced my rear speakers but used 10 ohm speakers. My UX1 is happy that way.
Forum: Convertibles
06-09-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,854
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Speakers In A Convertible - Direct Fit

http://www.prestonelectronics.com/audio/Impedance.htm

This explains it.

Why are ohms important?
Two reasons:
(1) If you connect your amplifier to the wrong speaker impedance, you risk...
Forum: Convertibles
06-08-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,854
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Speakers In A Convertible - Direct Fit

I thought you had to use 10 ohm impedance speakers with the stock unit? From what I heard most aftermarket speakers are 4 ohm and over time the 4 ohm speakers will burn out the stock unit.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-06-2012, 08:44 PM
Replies: 190
Important/Useful : FAQ About 10-Bolts
Views: 294,924
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: FAQ About 10-Bolts

Since my plug leaks no matter how tight it is, is it safe to use thread tape on it?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-05-2012, 10:43 PM
Replies: 190
Important/Useful : FAQ About 10-Bolts
Views: 294,924
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: FAQ About 10-Bolts

What are the torque specifications on the rear cover bolts? I need to know because I like to way over tighten things.
Forum: TPI
05-31-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 825
Views: 138,618
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Fuel Pump Issues regarding heat???

To add some information about my situation. My car is all original except the battery and serpentine belt with 19,000 miles. I noticed pressure in the tank during the summer of 1991 with 9,200 miles...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-10-2011, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,355
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 700R4 Flush Low Miles 21 Years Old

My concern is the age of the fluid. Is that something to worry about?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-10-2011, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,355
Posted By 88IROConv

700R4 Flush Low Miles 21 Years Old

I see a lot of threads about whether to flush the 700R4 or not with 100k+ miles. A friend of mine got a '90 IROC show quality from the original owner. He drove it about 1k miles a year since new. He...
Forum: Convertibles
10-20-2010, 01:06 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,741
Posted By 88IROConv

re: How Long have you owned your vert?

Bought it in June '91 with 9,200 miles and today it has 18,800 on it.
Forum: Cooling
10-19-2010, 10:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,949
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88 TPI Complete Antifreeze Flush

I should also note that I did flush it out with city water and let it all drain out and then I filled with a 50/50 premixed antifreeze so that should be ok.
Forum: Cooling
10-19-2010, 08:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,949
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88 TPI Complete Antifreeze Flush

That's exactly how mine looked inside. You do bring up a good point about the distilled water. Also I'm not going to take the thermostat out. You can't get the housing off without removing the front...
Forum: Cooling
10-13-2010, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,949
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88 TPI Complete Antifreeze Flush

I'm curious as to why I would remove the knock sensor on the passenger side. There is a bolt on the drivers side of the engine block that can be removed which drains the antifreeze. What's the theory...
Forum: Cooling
10-07-2010, 12:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,949
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88 TPI Complete Antifreeze Flush

Can anybody confirm my previous post? I would like to do this on Saturday.
Forum: Cooling
09-23-2010, 08:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,949
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 88 TPI Complete Antifreeze Flush

Just to make sure I got this right. I have arrows to what I believe are the return hose at the radiator and the recirc valve. Is this correct? How would I apply vacuum to that valve if needed?

How...
Forum: Cooling
09-23-2010, 03:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,949
Posted By 88IROConv

88 TPI Complete Antifreeze Flush

The antifreeze in my camaro is about 12 years old. It still looks new because the car only has 18k miles. I need to flush it. The antifreeze can't be any good anymore. The car is original and I don't...
Forum: Cooling
05-22-2009, 11:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: [Resolved] Dual Fan TPI (Passenger Fan Always On)

Yes it's the 1-wire. Thanks a million for that link. That's exactly what it looks like.
Forum: Cooling
05-22-2009, 07:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Dual Fan TPI (Passenger Fan Always On)

Resolved: My problem was the coolant fan switch in the passenger side cylinder head is bad. However, I broke the plastic connector that plugs into the sensor trying to unhook it. So now I'm SOL...
Forum: Cooling
05-20-2009, 10:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,234
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: when are the dual fans supposed to come on

Ok my '88 has an A/C pressure switch as well as a fan switch. My passenger fan runs non stop with the A/C off and the engine cold. So I'm thinking I should unhook these switches one at a time to see...
Forum: Cooling
05-20-2009, 08:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,234
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: when are the dual fans supposed to come on

I'm not sure this is correct. BOTH fans should come on when the A/C is turned on? I thought only the drivers side fan was wired to the A/C pressure switch. Thus it would be the only fan that could...
Forum: Cooling
05-19-2009, 03:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Dual Fan TPI (Passenger Fan Always On)

I'm not seeing a A/C fan pressure switch on the schematic. I see a heavy duty coolant fan switch on the passenger rear cylinder head. It says it closes at 238 degrees which trips the fan on. The only...
Forum: Cooling
05-18-2009, 11:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,609
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Fan turns on with ignition.....help please.

Good catch! I overlooked that on the wiring diagram. That's my next check. I'm pretty certain that's it.
Forum: Cooling
05-17-2009, 10:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,609
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Fan turns on with ignition.....help please.

I've been working on the same problem. For me it's not the relay. I can unhook it and hook it back up and I can hear it switching. It makes a clicking noise. If it's stuck you won't hear that.
Forum: Cooling
05-14-2009, 09:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By 88IROConv

[Resolved] Dual Fan TPI (Passenger Fan Always On)

This car is original. I believe the passenger fan is the one that comes on when you flip the AC on. Correct? It runs whether the AC is on or not. So I'm trying to figure out what's making it think...
Forum: Convertibles
12-26-2007, 09:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,995
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: What's Your vert doing this winter

Mine is sitting in a heated garage inside a car capsule.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-12-2007, 08:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,374
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Great Thirdgen shirt from Badbuick and Madd Doggs Muscle Car Store: Ebay

I also don't like the 91-92 years. That wing makes it look like a *****. They over did it those years.
Forum: Convertibles
12-10-2007, 08:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,559
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: 1988 IROC RPO G92 and KC4

It's my understanding in '88 that you could only get the 4-wheel disc brakes on a convertible with the manual transmission.

However, you could still get the G92 rear axle with the automatic...
Forum: Convertibles
11-28-2007, 09:02 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,637
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: I had my Z28 appraised tonight.

I'm appraised at $22,500 and I pay $323/year with a 3,000 mile limit. Works out great. I think the most I've gone in a year is 1800 miles. They've never checked the mileage.

I had a hell of a time...
Forum: Convertibles
11-21-2007, 03:36 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,335
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Parting 88+91 Verts

How about the windshield pillars and the tonneau release switch from the 88? I'd be interested in those. Also the rear seatbelt cups.
Forum: Convertibles
11-14-2007, 09:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 705
Posted By 88IROConv

Donuts

Is this anybody from here?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd80t5IzdKM

Don't let this happen to your car:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aKWYuqxl6Y
Forum: Convertibles
11-03-2007, 01:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 769
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Another November 1st

I don't have a set date for when mine goes into storage. The weather controls the date. I keep it out until they salt the roads the first time. Last year was a record. Kept it out until the 2nd week...
Forum: History / Originality
10-10-2007, 09:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,039
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: What are these people smoking???

Here's his reply to my email.

wow...see your point. I'm still new, trying to find good sources. Who are you? John in Dayton

:lol: i'm going to hook this guy up with perry @ MDM before he...
Forum: History / Originality
10-10-2007, 03:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,039
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: What are these people smoking???

My email to the buyer:

Dear crouchman2, http://pics.ebaystatic.com/aw/pics/s.gif
http://pics.ebaystatic.com/aw/pics/s.gif 82-92 CAMARO FIREBIRD DOOR LOCK UNLOCK ELECTRIC SWITCHS

I got a...
Forum: Convertibles
10-08-2007, 04:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,404
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Clear Tonneau Decal

I just got an NOS one that was yellowed also. Most of the yellow is just the backing paper. I installed it on my girlfriends convertible. It had just a touch of yellow to it after the install. I got...
Forum: Convertibles
09-28-2007, 04:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 595
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: header trim

I agree! My header panel is ok but the trim piece around the release levers on the top has cracked where the screws are.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
09-28-2007, 03:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,418
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Stencils & Stripes

I was just going to ask about these guys. I ordered the stripe kit from them.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
09-26-2007, 04:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,418
Posted By 88IROConv

Stencils & Stripes

Anybody got a stripe kit from this place? I called them about the brilliant blue factory stripe kit and the phone just rings forever.

http://www.stencilsandstripes.com/pr_chev_cam4.asp
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
09-16-2007, 01:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 265
Posted By 88IROConv

Looking For Tail Light Parts

I'm looking for a black PASSENGER side tail light extension and both license plate lamp lenses. Looking for pieces with no cracks. These would be for an 89 IROC.

Here's a photo of the parts.
...
Forum: History / Originality
09-12-2007, 02:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,156
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Original Batteries

I was just cleaning out the garage and found the 2nd battery I had in my 88 camaro. It does look just like the original except the label is different and the bottom half is black instead of gray....
Forum: Interior
09-12-2007, 02:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 725
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: What year of armrests are the same as 1988 in a camaro ??

To my knowledge if you are looking for identical you are stuck with 88 and 89 only. I believe the 90-92 require some modding to work.
Forum: Convertibles
09-10-2007, 11:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 553
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Windshield Pillars

We should start a list of parts that are unique to the convertible. It would make it easier when shopping for parts. Some are obvious but some are not.
Forum: Convertibles
09-10-2007, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 553
Posted By 88IROConv

Windshield Pillars

Are the black plastic pillars on either end of the windshield unique to the convertible or are they the same as a t-top car?
Forum: History / Originality
09-07-2007, 10:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,525
Posted By 88IROConv

Re: Have you seen this on eBay?

There are several people listing their cars on eBay just to see what they will bring in. That's why you see a lot of ridiculous "buy it now" prices. They aren't going to sell them, they just want to...
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