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Forum: LTX and LSX
03-05-2020, 06:38 AM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,579
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

Ok, thanks.I will try that.I do know the problem must be the way I have it set up because I have 2 Firebird clusters,1from v6 car and 1 from v8 car and neither will work . I got my info from tech at...
Forum: Interior
03-04-2020, 08:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 306
Posted By 230 firebird

speedometer not registering miles after SGI-5E install

I know there are some old threads on this but I cant figure out my problem.I reached out to those who posted them.I switched to a electri cluster from base with cable speedo.I hooked the pink/black...
Forum: LTX and LSX
03-04-2020, 07:20 PM
Replies: 1,905
Views: 334,579
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: What ever happened to QwkTrip's car anyway?

i know this is an old thread but I need some help.I hooked my box up like this exept i used output three to get my signal right.Thing is my speedometer works but odometer doesnt add miles.Any...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-04-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,137
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: How To: Dakota Digital SGI-5E speedometer calibration Install

Did you have any problems getting speedometer to show miles?I did the same thing but I called Dakota Digital and I have mine set up from high to low.I have sensor wires going into box and I am using...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-09-2019, 11:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,105
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Will not start.

That"s what I thought,a simple plug & play.Because of my work schedule I haven't been able to check for power at pump yet.I have seen numbers that say fuel pump will provide enough pressure.I think...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-08-2019, 10:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,105
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Will not start.

Hey guys,The car was an 87 IROC motor and harness came from.The harness has some changes,smog pump has been eliminated.I know that shouldn't make any difference.I had the guy start the car before we...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-07-2019, 11:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,105
Posted By 230 firebird

Will not start.

I did the 2.8 to sbc350 swap.Ecm,engine & wire harness all from a running car.Now I have everything hooked up.When I turn the key,I am not hearing fuel pump "prime".Engine does not fire.Did I miss...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-06-2019, 07:15 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,795
Posted By 230 firebird

power junction box

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/720x960/power_junction_box_c0eea513b872f33b09b2d9f1871ca1d331d0e482.jpg
I did a v8 swap on my Firebird.This came out as part of the wire...
Forum: Engine Swap
05-02-2019, 11:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 498
Posted By 230 firebird

engine swap

I am sorry if this post is covered elsewhere,but I need some help.I am swaping in a 350 sbc and removing my 2.8.My question is I can not find the wiring for the radiator fan.I think this harness I...
Forum: Engine Swap
02-07-2019, 10:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 510
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: cruise control

Thanks guys.I cant get anything from "donor"vehicle because the guy only wants to sell me the rebuilt engine,wire harness and ecm.All this is from an 87 Camaro and he is going to install L.S 3 engine.
Forum: Engine Swap
02-07-2019, 11:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 510
Posted By 230 firebird

cruise control

I want to know when I swap my 2.8 for a 350 with wire harness and e.c.m from donor car,does donor car have to have cruise control for my cruise to work after swap?If there is info on this site on...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-31-2019, 11:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 322
Posted By 230 firebird

v6 t5

Hey guys and gals.I need some advice.!st off,sorry if this is not posted in the right place or way.Here is my question.I have a 2.8 in my 87 Firebird.I am going to purchase a rebuilt T.P.I sbc350...
Forum: Electronics
11-22-2018, 02:46 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 101,009
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Bypassing V.A.T.S 91 Camaro 305

Ok,thanks.The link for Baker says they closed may 2018.
Forum: Electronics
11-22-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 101,009
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Bypassing V.A.T.S 91 Camaro 305

Maybe someone can tell me or post a link for my situation.I want to put a 91 Corvette TPI 350 in my 87 Firebird.I was told I have to get wire harness and ecm from 350 TPI Camaro or Firebird.If I do...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-21-2018, 11:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 543
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: l98 wire harness questions

Thanks for the replys.My car is an 87.I know now I can buy the engine and get seperate wire harness and computer.
Forum: Engine Swap
11-21-2018, 10:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 543
Posted By 230 firebird

l98 wire harness questions

I know this question has been answered but I cant find it.I want to put an L98 corvette engine in my car to replace v6.Vendor says I need a wire harness from earlier car,Corvette is 1991,to run the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-13-2018, 08:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 15,048
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: T5 manual transmission. - vehicle speed sensor?

can these sensors be purchased?I am running into same answer.I have 87 firebird with cable speedometer but I want to change to electric.I have cluster and yellow"buffer" and plug for sensor.
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-08-2018, 07:49 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,752
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 85 Z28 LT1 Swap

OK,thanks
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-07-2018, 11:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 378
Posted By 230 firebird

lt1 swap

What motor mounts are needed to put lt1 in our cars.
Forum: LTX and LSX
11-07-2018, 11:11 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,752
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 85 Z28 LT1 Swap

car looks great.What motor mounts are needed.I want to swap 97LT1 with 6speed in my 87 firebird?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-04-2018, 07:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 331
Posted By 230 firebird

ls bellhousing

I need some advice.I am going to swap my v-6 to an LS truck engine.I currently have a t-5 in the car.Which bellhousing do I need to purchase to use my t-5?
Forum: Electronics
10-09-2017, 10:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 425
Posted By 230 firebird

windsheild washer issue

Need some help.My washer on my Firebird quit working.When switch is pressed,it makes the sound like washer motor is working but no fluid is being pulled from tank.I bought a new washer motor and...
Forum: Exhaust
10-09-2017, 10:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,868
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Strong exhaust smell inside car

I have the same problem on my car.On startup,it occurs,then goes away but when windows are down is when problem is bad.I had the interior out and only hole is where wheelwell drain plugs is...
Forum: Interior
04-15-2017, 02:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 3rd gen dash swap

Ok.I didn't know that.When I called HAWKS,I thought they could get me a used one.I will just have to search the web and keep my eyes open for one.Thanks Drew.
Forum: Interior
04-14-2017, 06:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 3rd gen dash swap

I got all the info,some from this sight,and the rest from my Service manual.I got everything wired up and installed.The volt gauge read low,oil pressure gauge pegged,and tach was off.As it turned...
Forum: Interior
03-18-2017, 07:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 571
Posted By 230 firebird

Dash cluster swap

I need some more help with my cluster swap.I went to my local P.A.Part and bought a cluster from a '89 G.T.A.This car had v8 but I do not know if 305 or 350.My car is a v6.Here is my issue.Oil gauge...
Forum: Interior
03-11-2017, 07:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 3rd gen dash swap

Thanks for your help.I am going to use my service manual to see where these imputs are and tie into them.
Forum: Interior
03-11-2017, 02:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 3rd gen dash swap

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/200x188/80-buffer_dc975c73b09d5dbb72828f13546879739522f009.gif
Yes,my cable driven speedometer does have a little yellow box on the back of...
Forum: Interior
03-10-2017, 08:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 3rd gen dash swap

Ok thanks.My car is older than the donor car.I was hoping to install a factory gauge cluster to get the factory electric speedometer to work with my cruise control.I tried a cluster before with the...
Forum: Interior
03-09-2017, 10:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By 230 firebird

3rd gen dash swap

I have searched the f.a.q's.I want to swap my dash with no gauges on my 87 firebird for a cluster with gauges and elecrtic speedo.The guy is willing to include a sending unit from trans but not that...
Forum: Electronics
12-02-2016, 09:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,903
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: No dash lights or radio

I am having a problem with my dash lights.None of my interior lights that come on when park light/headlight switch is activated.Also"headlight on "chime does not work.The 5a fuse for dash lights...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Eaton Posi Install

I am changing the ring and pinion gears in a used 10bolt.Are the threads on the ring gear bolts regular thread or reverse thread?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
07-02-2014, 05:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: t-5 swap into my auto car

thanks for your reply.I talked to HAWKS yesterday and they said the same thing about the chip,that the only thing I might experience is a small decrease in idle rpm.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-29-2014, 07:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: t-5 swap into my auto car

Thanks for your reply.I am sorry that what I failed to mention was that I never removed the plug wires from the cap when I removed it to clean the contacts .2 people have told me to go ahead and...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-28-2014, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 524
Posted By 230 firebird

t-5 swap into my auto car

I hope someone can help.I swapped a t-5 out of a 91 camaro into my 87 firebird 2.8mpfi.Everything is done.During the swap.I pulled the distributor to replace the o-RING.I also removed the cap to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-24-2014, 09:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,999
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: bad oil leak from rear of engine

I am swapping my 700 r4 for a t-5 in my 87 firebird.I also have a oil leak on my 2.8.I do not have oil on the back of my flywheel,but the oil is all over the back of the oil pan.It is also all over...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-31-2013, 04:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,048
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Gear lube and posi additive?

I always have the weirdest things go wrong with my cars.A friend of mine suggested i rig it up like a pickup with a long hose and a regular vent,that I got off an s-10.I am going to just keep driving...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-31-2013, 10:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,048
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Gear lube and posi additive?

The car was level.i filled it untill the fluid started t come out of the hole.As you know,the fill hole is in the axle cover.There is a metal,screw in type vent.i have been told that a bearing must...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-31-2013, 09:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,048
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Gear lube and posi additive?

I have a problem with my 9bolt.I got this diff from a salvage car and installed it.I used the non slip fluid.I put about 5000miles on the car and started having fluid leaking out the vent cap.Has...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-31-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 38,405
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: changing fluid 700r4

My trans was rebuilt at 80,000 miles.I havent changed fluid since and now iI have 158,000.I have owned this car since it had 9000 miles on it.Is a 87 firebird
Forum: Body
11-26-2008, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 558
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Power antenna

Lme explain what I did on my car.I went to a salvage yard and got an antenna from another GM car,not a firebird.I had to make my own bracket,but thet is beside the point.I got as much of the wiring...
Forum: Body
11-26-2008, 09:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,463
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: rear hatch leak

These hatches are mostly all the same except the bolt holes for spoilers,ect.But take it from someone who has changed hatches 2 times,these are hard to get lined up exactly right once all 4 bolts are...
Forum: Body
11-26-2008, 09:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,463
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: rear hatch leak

I'm not sure if this will help,but I have been ending up with water in my "trunk" floor.I replaced my seal and still had a leak.Just today I took some rubber sealant and made a bead all the way...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-09-2008, 02:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 135,347
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Widest tire for 8" wide rim

Thanks for the info.I'll stick with the 245s.For what its worth,the picture and insanity quote are cool.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
05-09-2008, 12:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 135,347
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Widest tire for 8" wide rim

I think yall have answered have answered my question without even knowing it.you guys are putting some decent rubber on these cars.I just wanted to know if i could switch from 15x7s to 17x8s with...
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-08-2008, 06:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 710
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: Not sure what I bought, but it's my new project

If interior has not been replaced,you might find a build sheet under 1 of the back seats.That is whee i found mine in my 87.
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-07-2008, 10:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 471
Posted By 230 firebird

wheels&tires.

Can anyone tell me if I am going to have a problem switching my 15x7 inch rims and tires for 17x8 rims with 245/45/17 tires.the rims have a 0 or oo offset.Thanks
Forum: Engine Swap
11-21-2007, 09:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,612
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 3.8 turbo into a 1987 2.8 tpi???

I agree with you.I have had my 3rd gen for 20 years now.I have put to much time and work in my car and i would not get ride of mine now.I am going to do some kind of engine swap,and get away from all...
Forum: Engine Swap
11-18-2007, 09:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,612
Posted By 230 firebird

Re: 3.8 turbo into a 1987 2.8 tpi???

Hey guys.I'm not tring to but in on your conversation,but I am thinking about the same thing,swaping my mpfi2.8 for a 4.3 out of a chevy astrovan,and puting a carb and vacume advance distributor on...
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