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Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
06-25-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

Bump with updates to clean out the garage
Forum: V6
09-21-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,474
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 2.8 firebird fires out of the intake manifold

Recheck the valve lash. If the valves are too tight they will hang open and backfire through the intake. Make sure you are timing on the number 1 cylinder, it is on the passenger side, not the...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-15-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

I don't have the fan shroud, and I'm not interested in breaking up the cluster. Sorry.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
09-15-2012, 07:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

Still have a bunch of parts
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-24-2012, 05:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

$32 shipped to 01524
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-24-2012, 01:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

Bump
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-12-2012, 09:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

They are the Pro Kit. Eibach says they lower a car 1 inch. I only got about .5 if that because my springs were pretty hammered. The big difference is how much better the car handles with them. I put...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-11-2012, 07:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

Bumper has no rips or tears but needs paint (someone backed into it and paint flaked off) and has a couple holes from someone putting a license plate on it
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-10-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: 1987 Trans Am parts

Sorry guys, I put the prices on everything.
Eibach springs are the Pro-Kit
Tail lights are good but the center piece has a chunk missing on the top. It's hidden by the hatch so you can only tell...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
08-09-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,369
Posted By ChevyGuy87

1987 Trans Am parts

Parted out a 1987 Trans Am, and here's what I have left (UPDATED 6/25/13):

Working hatch pull down motor $50
Black side mirrors $25
Tail lights $75 for the set. Lenses are good and grids haven't...
Forum: Carburetors
01-11-2008, 07:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,786
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Re: Problems with Holley 750 main body

I'm running 36 total advance. And I know exactly what you mean about the fuel washing out the rings. Right now the 650 main body is on there, and the 750 is just an expensive paperweight.
Forum: Carburetors
01-09-2008, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,786
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Problems with Holley 750 main body

I'm having issues with my 750HP main body and was hoping somebody could help. I put it on my 650 double pumper, and it picked up noticable power, but the car leaves a smoke screen of unburnt fuel...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-25-2007, 10:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,562
Posted By ChevyGuy87

I trailered my 87 T/A from NJ to MA a couple of...

I trailered my 87 T/A from NJ to MA a couple of years ago on a U-Haul trailer. DEFINITELY bring a couple of 2x10's with you. Air dam scraped with them. Bumper would have hit without them.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-07-2006, 04:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 527
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Your pinion seal is leaking.

Your pinion seal is leaking.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-05-2006, 05:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 471
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Wow. I can't believe it was that much money. Next...

Wow. I can't believe it was that much money. Next time you need a pricey dealer only part, you may want to check out GM Parts Direct: Your direct source for Genuine GM Parts...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-03-2006, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 471
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Go to the dealer and get a pre-bled clutch...

Go to the dealer and get a pre-bled clutch hydraulic assembly. It should be about $125-$150.
Forum: Car Audio
09-25-2006, 08:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 453
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Check your ground if you're running an amp. If...

Check your ground if you're running an amp. If you have a bad ground, or if the ground wire is on a painted or rusted surface, it will cut out exactly like you are describing.
Forum: North East Region
09-18-2006, 06:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,054
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Jeep Cherokee. They handle the snow like you...

Jeep Cherokee. They handle the snow like you wouldn't believe, indestructible drivetrain, and those 4.0 sixes have some decent power. When I had my '90, I was averaging about 17 mpg with 5 inches of...
Forum: History / Originality
09-14-2006, 11:00 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,589
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Personally, I got rid of my V6 Camaro and put a...

Personally, I got rid of my V6 Camaro and put a real engine in a Trans Am. Seems to work good for me.
Forum: Carburetors
09-02-2006, 09:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By ChevyGuy87

I'll try bumping up the base timing and see if...

I'll try bumping up the base timing and see if that helps.

If I were to lock out the timing, how well would it run on the street?
Forum: Carburetors
09-02-2006, 10:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Horribly rich idle

I'm running a Holley HP main body on a 350 with a Performer RPM, Vortecs, Comp Cams XE274, about 10.5 compression. The problem is, it's running so rich at idle you can't stand behind the car. It...
Forum: Electronics
09-01-2006, 10:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 751
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Let me make sure I understand this. You are...

Let me make sure I understand this. You are idling in park, shut the car off, but put the key right back to the run position while the engine is still spinning? And the engine starts back up? If so,...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-25-2006, 05:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 450
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Centerforce

Last winter I got a Centerforce Dual Friction clutch set for my Trans Am. Got the car running in May, and about 400 miles later the weights in the pressure plate got stuck. I almost couldn't get it...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-25-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 936
Posted By ChevyGuy87

I bought mine in November, came with the gaskets...

I bought mine in November, came with the gaskets and bolts.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-21-2006, 03:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,041
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Camber kits are for cars that don't have a...

Camber kits are for cars that don't have a provision for camber adjustments when doing and alignment. Our cars have a solid axle in the rear, so the camber doesn't change if you lift it a foot or...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-15-2006, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 637
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Go get your tires balanced. Make sure they watch...

Go get your tires balanced. Make sure they watch the tire as it spins on the balancer, as there is a good chance you have an out of round tire or rim if it's shaking the dashboard.

If tire wear...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-14-2006, 08:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 627
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Weiand doesn't make a Stealth intake that fits...

Weiand doesn't make a Stealth intake that fits the Vortec heads.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-13-2006, 06:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Take the nut off of the tie rod and whack the...

Take the nut off of the tie rod and whack the knuckle with a hammer. Tap the end of the tie rod stud and PRESTO, your tie rod is off.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-29-2006, 07:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,312
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Here's how I always tighten wheel bearings:...

Here's how I always tighten wheel bearings: Tighten the bearing while spinning the wheel. I go by feel with a ratchet, you seem to like torque wrenches, either way is fine. Back the nut off, tighten...
Forum: Carburetors
07-20-2006, 05:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 809
Posted By ChevyGuy87

I'll second the MSD Street Fire. I got one a...

I'll second the MSD Street Fire. I got one a couple of months ago, very nice piece.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-18-2006, 11:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,818
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Instead of moving the plug wires around while the...

Instead of moving the plug wires around while the engine is running, get a spray bottle of water and spray down the wires and distributor cap while it's running. If you're arcing anywhere you'll be...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-08-2006, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 560
Posted By ChevyGuy87

When you turn the wheel with the engine off power...

When you turn the wheel with the engine off power steering fluid is forced out. Happens all the time when we push cars in and out of the shop at work. Clean it all off, refill it, and drive it. If...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-26-2006, 10:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 930
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Sounds like you have excessive negative camber on...

Sounds like you have excessive negative camber on the left front. Does it pull to the right?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-26-2006, 10:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Yeah, I'm thinking that's what may have happened....

Yeah, I'm thinking that's what may have happened. I pulled the tranny out and didn't see anything broken, but the weights were off to one side. Took the pressure plate off, and instead of the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-24-2006, 11:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,378
Posted By ChevyGuy87

A couple years ago, when I had my '85 T/A, I got...

A couple years ago, when I had my '85 T/A, I got an aluminum slave cylinder from Autozone. I think it might have been for a V6 application but it worked with my V8 stuff. I want to say it was made by...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-24-2006, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Yep, torqued them all to spec, used lock washers...

Yep, torqued them all to spec, used lock washers AND red loctite.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-23-2006, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By ChevyGuy87

New Centerforce lasted 400 miles

Yesterday I was sitting in traffic during my lunch break, thinking about how much I like my Centerforce Dual Friction clutch. Went in to dunk's to get my coffee, came back out, and had no pressure in...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-18-2006, 11:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,941
Posted By ChevyGuy87

So would it be safe to assume that if I replaced...

So would it be safe to assume that if I replaced the rear shocks with another stock style from a parts store, I would have the same issue?
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-17-2006, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,941
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Rear end jumps over bumps

I got my car running with a new engine and started driving it again 2 weeks ago. Every time I hit a bump with the rear tires I can feel the axle jumping. Hard. It's so bad that people riding in the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-12-2006, 11:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 537
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Yep, it's that simple. Direct swap. I don't know...

Yep, it's that simple. Direct swap. I don't know about the odometers though.




That's not as simple. His is electric, yours has a cable. Won't swap over.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-12-2006, 09:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,242
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Put headers on and ditch the a/c. I can remove...

Put headers on and ditch the a/c. I can remove old plugs, gap new ones, and install them in under 10 minutes.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-12-2006, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 537
Posted By ChevyGuy87

no

no
Forum: Body
06-12-2006, 09:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 779
Posted By ChevyGuy87

You can try to tighten them if you want. Take the...

You can try to tighten them if you want. Take the door panel off, put the window all the way up, and look inside the door. You will see two "speed nuts" there. Tighten those.

If that doesn't work...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
06-11-2006, 10:18 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 15,617
Posted By ChevyGuy87

I don't know how recently you guys have been...

I don't know how recently you guys have been buying those PF35's, but last time I asked for one at my dealer's parts counter they said the 35 has been disco'ed and superceded to the 1218.

Could...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-03-2006, 07:05 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,379
Posted By ChevyGuy87

When you tapped on it, you freed up the stuck...

When you tapped on it, you freed up the stuck solenoid (or starter motor, I can' remember which). It won't stay freed up forever.
Forum: V6
05-29-2006, 08:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 727
Posted By ChevyGuy87

About a million years ago when I had a V6 I used...

About a million years ago when I had a V6 I used a 15mm swivel socket and a 6 inch extension. The socket/swivel combo was a little too tall.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
05-27-2006, 11:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 375
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Free 305 Shortblock

305 shortblock from 85 Camaro. Starter bolt boss on side of block broken. Threads in crank for balancer bolt stripped. Ran when removed. Also have heads from engine if wanted, sat in snow for a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-21-2006, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 684
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Yeah, they're definitely tighter than that. But...

Yeah, they're definitely tighter than that. But would tightening them to about 30 cause the oil to look like a milkshake after literally 2 minutes of run time?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-21-2006, 08:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 684
Posted By ChevyGuy87

I'm only using a 3/8 wrench on them. But I'm...

I'm only using a 3/8 wrench on them. But I'm wondering if they may have been overtightened.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-21-2006, 08:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 684
Posted By ChevyGuy87

Help with Vortec intake gaskets

I just built a Vortec headed 350 and put it in my Trans Am, fired it up yesterday. Ran for about 3 minutes and had to shut it down because it was leaking coolant BADLY, both internally and...
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