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Forum: Camaros for Sale
09-20-2022, 12:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 871
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

84 Z28 w/t-tops blue title in hand $500

Selling my '84 Camaro Z28. I'm the second owner. I bought the car in 91. She has 288000 miles and is rough and tired. The engine needs rebuilt and more than likely the transmission too. I recently...
Forum: FAQ Board
01-19-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 154
Important/Useful : Trip Odometer Fix/Pics
Views: 117,039
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Trip Odometer Fix/Pics

Follow the cable from the firewall down to the subframe, there is a clip with a single bolt, remove the bolt and rotate the clip upward, it has a locating tab that hooks into a hole above the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-26-2011, 10:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,982
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Any one using Ethanol/E10??

Well at the very least, the State of Texas decided that if MTBE additives were made illegal, and they were, then they would require 10% ethanol to be added, for the suppesed purpose of reducing...
Forum: Body
04-25-2011, 10:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,625
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: How to unlock a 89-92 glass t-top?

The latch handle is held on by a single screw that points to the floor. The handle is keyway'd and splined. Removing the single screw and then pulling straight down with a gentle rocking motion will...
Forum: Carburetors
04-25-2011, 07:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,345
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Has anyone used "Water4Gas"

It's the "and stuff lying around the house" part, that worry's me........among other bits.
Forum: Carburetors
04-25-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,327
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: High idle

Yeah, I ran mine like that for many years also, but eventually I got around to changing it, and it did make a noticable difference.
Forum: Carburetors
04-25-2011, 06:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,401
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Little issue I would like to clear up...

I don't know why, but your sig is not always coming up, I couldn't see what you had at the bottom. This entire forum always shows "Done, but with errors on page."

I still think under 13 is a...
Forum: Carburetors
04-25-2011, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,327
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: High idle

pig tail for the choke wire is inexpensive and should be readily available still at local parts store chain. the green connector is the M/C solenoid and clicking is good, its doing its job, replace...
Forum: TPI
04-25-2011, 02:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,542
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Help me! fuel injector problem

The wire, check if it has a problem between, the coil and the dist.
Forum: TPI
04-25-2011, 02:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,542
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Help me! fuel injector problem

Double check the vacuum lines, especially the one for the fuel pressure regulator. If you have the tools, check fuel pressure at the rail, then do a flow test, make sure your getting adaquate fuel...
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 05:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

Use the same gauge wire as what's already there, often people say the same or larger, but you've obviously already had an issue. If you put in thicker wire, then the circuit will take on much more...
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 04:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

Getting the dashpad off isn't to bad just don't drop the screws down in the defrost vent. I would look for heat damage at the splice and the C207, at the very least. If that looks safe then running a...
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 04:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

Oh and it might have just been a slip, but the diagram at connector C100 says terminal G "7" just to be sure.
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 04:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

Yes the ECM is on the passenger side,the kick panel covers up the bottom where part of the mounting bracket is, but you might find it easier to line up the upper retaining pin with the dashboard...
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 04:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

That Figure A shows splice S210 to the right of the steering colum.
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 04:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

That's what I thought you might have. S210 goes one way to connector C100 pin G7 and the other end goes to a terminal not used. It dead ends at connector C207, pin R. I'm not sure which shop manual...
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 04:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

I've been looking at the wiring dia. and its apparent that vin # or letter is necessary to filter out the right lead. If its vin H with auto then it goes to an empty conn.
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 03:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

I can't get access to my Fisher body manuals, does that section of harness go to the door, the center console, or what.
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 12:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,907
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: FP/FAN fuse. Where does it go?

Did that thing have a Viper Alarm in its past? I've seen some baaaaaaddd things done to harnesses all in the name of tricking a would be hot wire artist, and they were required to be done by auth....
Forum: Electronics
04-25-2011, 12:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 20,737
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Positive Terminal Sparking Like Its A Ground??

What did you do with the wires that were originally Plugged into the alt. at the white plug. Could that brown wire be in contact with metal somewhere?
Forum: Electronics
04-24-2011, 11:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 531
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: tell me what this is

The Red wire should be the Factory BATT+ Power to the Fuse Box. The Orange wire should be a Factory Fusible Link that goes to the Fan Relay, its the High Amp + Power Supply for the fans and does not...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2011, 11:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 995
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: blue smoke

My '91 vert started doing that after the fan went out and it over heated. The shop said that the temp sensor for the computer was fried and the thermostat was stuck open. They said the smoke was from...
Forum: Carburetors
04-24-2011, 06:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,401
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Little issue I would like to clear up...

Normal engine should produce approx. 18-22 ins Hg, steady at idle. If there are any Intake manifold leaks between the manifold and the head, the indicator will drop anywhere from 3-9 ins. Hg, and...
Forum: Carburetors
04-24-2011, 06:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 978
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: '84 L69 T/A won't run

The car has been sitting a long time, the fuel in the float bowl has long since evaporated, and there is most likely a sticky sticky mess, left in it. Its quite possible that the Main Jet, is glued,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-24-2011, 05:27 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,982
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Any one using Ethanol/E10??

Someone brought up a thread that had been dead for over a year and a half, and now its had twice as many replies in the last two days than the original thread lasted.
Forum: Cooling
04-24-2011, 02:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,708
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Gauge displaying wrong temperature

The sensor on the passenger side is for the computer only, the one on the drivers side is for the gauge only,or the warning light, depending on how the car was originally equiped. Cars with electric...
Forum: Body
04-24-2011, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,625
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: How to unlock a 89-92 glass t-top?

If you remove the plastic cover and handle, you will have access to the back of the lock. It is held in place by a small horseshoe shaped clip. Remove that clip and the lock cylinder will be easy to...
Forum: Cooling
04-11-2011, 08:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,708
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Gauge displaying wrong temperature

Double check the sensor, if it is intended to be used with a gauge, or for warning light. It's possible you got the wrong one from the parts store.
Forum: Convertibles
03-22-2011, 02:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,505
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Custom Order 350/5spd/Vert - Hmmm

Its probably an RS II+,not a Z-28. It does have the Factory style conv. cap, you need to look closer at the pictures. As far as no 350's with a 5-speed issue; I have driven TWO factory 350 5-speed...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-14-2010, 10:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 403
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: i really need some help here!!

Double check the work you did on the broken wire, if you have a short to ground on the signal to ecm wire, then all kinds of weird thing can happen.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-14-2010, 10:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 436
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Suddenly I have a miss. What might have happened?

You should pull the spark plugs and see if they show signs of fuel,oil,water,heat fouling. It is possible for one of the plug wires to have become unseated from the connector. Look at the cap and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-14-2010, 10:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,658
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Is this what I think it is?..cracked block

Not long enough to cover the cost of the JB Weld!!!!!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-14-2010, 10:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 419
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Timing Chain

No, the front seal will be destroyed and you will need to use some finnesse, so as to not distort the cover. When you are ready to install, the tabs in the corners of the front seal lip will need to...
Forum: Carburetors
08-30-2010, 08:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,974
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Car bogs out when i get on it

It may be time to change out the factory timing chain. My '84 developed this problem and the last thing I looked at was the timing. Many of these came with a plastic coating on the cam sprocket to...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-21-2010, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 17,607
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: 14014416 305 HO heads

I don't know about the porting part but the number is the same as the stock heads on my '84 Z28 305.
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2010, 04:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 54,320
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Temp gauge not working???

I'd pull the sensor connector off first, then pull out and inspect the sensor, if the "can" shaped part at the bottom looks distorted, ie crushed or swollen. Then its probably the sensor. If the wire...
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2010, 03:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 54,320
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Temp gauge not working???

The engine coolant temp sensor for Gauge, is a variable negative resistor. That means positive voltage flows from the ignition switch thru the gauge to the sensor, the sensor will change its...
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2010, 01:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,844
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Another overheating camaro

I'm not familiar with the specs on your particular engine build, but the few that I worked with called for a little less advance at idle than what you've stated. If this is the problem, 4 degrees...
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2010, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 784
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: water in oil

Did you use thread sealant on the head bolts? Look under the valve covers for signs of water. Improper sealing around the water passages at the intake manifold could also cause a weak leak that gets...
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2010, 12:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 862
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: cooling system not acting like it normally does...

Side tank gaskets are known to go out on the radiators, and they often won't be visable at first, unless the car is up to temp and the system is fully pressurized. If its small enough it will leak...
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2010, 12:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,035
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: heater core - leak on drivers side?

Sounds like the leak is small, in the heater core, but has managed to get into the ventalation duct work. If the leak is up high in the core near the air outlet, it will travel as a mist thru the low...
Forum: Cooling
04-09-2010, 12:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,844
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Another overheating camaro

yes, if the timing is wrong it will certainly cause it to overheat, and using the wrong vacuum port for the advance is a common mistake.
Forum: Body
07-29-2009, 08:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,546
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: How do i get locking lugnuts off?

I suppose you could HAMMER on YOUR Wheel studs if you want! If it were my car, I would go to Sears and buy a lug nut removal tool. It looks like a regular socket from the outside but the inside is...
Forum: South Central Region
10-23-2008, 11:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 549
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: www.EPSmotorsports.com

If your still seeking out possible locations in Houston, there is a strip center located on the corner of F.M. 1960 East and Aldine Westfield that had a repair center in it a long time ago. It has...
Forum: Cooling
09-25-2008, 08:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,769
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: running hot on highway

I shouldv'e thought about this earlier, but call around a couple of shops and see who is closest to the house that has a Five Gas Analizer. If you can get the car to them without building up much...
Forum: Cooling
09-24-2008, 09:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,769
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: running hot on highway

Another simple idea is a partial blockage in the radiator. A radiator shop could do a pressure check and leak down on the rad or just pull it and have them service it anyways.
Forum: South Central Region
09-18-2008, 08:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Downtown Houston.

Well, the water pressure came back up yesterday and the electricity came back on this afternoon. 9/18/08. Hope the rest of you guy's made it thru alright. And best of wishes to those who are still...
Forum: Cooling
09-18-2008, 08:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,769
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: running hot on highway

Worn out waterpump impeller, or 'slight for now' blown head gasket. Get a Compresion check done and you will know for sure. The weep hole may not be fully exposed yet on the waterpump and it only...
Forum: South Central Region
09-14-2008, 04:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,151
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Re: Jersey Village police & no front license tags

License plate. Yeah right. The truth be told is that it was the easyiest way to ensure that all vehicles had an equal chance of being radar reflective freindly back in the days when cop cars had to...
Forum: South Central Region
09-14-2008, 02:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By dirtywhiteZ28

Downtown Houston.

Well I've got partial power here, off Kirby and US 59. Three meters to the building, one up, one down, and one brown. Will be rotating the lights and fans and computer for awhile I guess. The Camaro...
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