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Forum: Interior
04-16-2011, 12:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,380
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Custom Shifter Handle

pretty cool, i always thought that would be cool, i would have stood it up maybe on a slight angle? thats what i would have done, but like antscrd said, to each their own
Forum: Interior
12-10-2010, 02:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,372
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: check my camaros insides out

Very cool headliner. I love how the pattern seems to match up on the sail panels too. I want to do the same thing in my 74 k5 blazer.
Forum: Car Audio
10-11-2010, 11:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,915
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Hard Drive only stereo?

I just put in a pioneer MVH-P8200bt, it has a plugin for my iPod classic which holds 120 GB of music. Plenty of room. I got an iPhone as well so the iPod doesn't ever move hardly, just when I want to...
Forum: Car Audio
10-02-2010, 07:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: New Speakers

It won't sound bad I don't think but you will notice you only have back speakers.
Forum: Car Audio
10-02-2010, 06:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,414
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Good Brand of Speakers?

I have Alpine type S and I love them, I have them amped and they sound great. My buddy has pioneers that sound really good as well.
Forum: Car Audio
09-29-2010, 03:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,721
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Need pics of centered HUMOUNT

You can get these from the HUMount website, I think it's humount.com

That blue formula one is bad@$$!!!
Forum: Car Audio
09-28-2010, 07:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,160
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: aftermarket radio kits

You should check out the HUMounts
Forum: Car Audio
09-28-2010, 07:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,928
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Kicker 15" L7

I also think selling one isn't a bad idea, 1 15 inch kicker L7 I would imagine being plenty of bass. Plus it would be a lot easier to put in the back. 2 might be a bit of over kill. You are going to...
Forum: Car Audio
09-27-2010, 01:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,721
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Need pics of centered HUMOUNT

I also like the formula one, I want to order a custom one the says "Formula 350" and Im pretty sure the unit sits in flush to the mount like the above pic so I don't think you use the radios trim ring
Forum: Car Audio
09-24-2010, 04:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,882
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: 15 inch subs?

I have 2 JL W3s, and a 500 watt mono TMA amp. They POUND!!! The reason you dont get the lows is it Could be the wrong size box, could be the power wire is too small, or maybe the speaker wire,...
Forum: Body
09-23-2010, 12:03 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,388
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Hard to drive compared to other cars?

It really depends on the person on how fast you adjust, my winter ride is a 74 k5 blazer lifted 4 inches with 35 inch mud terrians, it is also what I drove daily before I got my formula. The only...
Forum: Car Audio
09-22-2010, 06:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,673
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Double Din (Alpine IVA-W203/P1) in my 87 Formula

here is my new HU the Pioneer MVH-P8200BT. the 4v preamps make the sound quality 100 times better than the alpine's 2v. 1 pic is of the HU and the other is the BT mic which works great even with the...
Forum: Body
09-22-2010, 06:31 PM
Replies: 386
Views: 79,802
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Hot pink thirdgen, For the girls!

Looks sweet. I would totally drive this car! I'm a big enough guy for no one to say crap about it too! I agree coolwheels84, some black wheels with a polished lip would look great. I went with a...
Forum: Body
09-22-2010, 06:23 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 117,365
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: What is the most ghetto thing you've found done to your car?

Well, my best friend has an 89 firebird v6 multiport hardtop 2xx,xxx miles.. He beats the crap out of the poor thing. Well what happened recently was his intake rotted out so bad he blew a hole...
Forum: Interior
09-22-2010, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 766
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: console modification

First off welcome to thirdgen!

I would go to a junk yard and get a console to cut up incase you don't like it or maybe find one that suits you mod better than cutting the existing one
Forum: Car Audio
09-22-2010, 01:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,208
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Lets hook up

Check out some sound processors like the MTX Audio reQ-5, it might solve your problem I'm not sure. Here's a link to it at sonicelectronix.
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Forum: Mid-West Region
09-20-2010, 11:53 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,634
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Mi people where you at?

Saint Clair Shores soon to be Roseville. I gots a 87 Formula 350
Forum: Members Camaros
09-20-2010, 11:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,003
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: New -2" Cowl Hood!!!

You can't blame the guy for being mad about it. I would have been annoyed myself and would have said so straight up. I do think it was a @$$hole move to stomp your ride like that. I would have let...
Forum: Car Audio
09-17-2010, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,673
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Double Din (Alpine IVA-W203/P1) in my 87 Formula

I custom made the trim by cutting a stock one and then epoxyed in the ddin radio trim and then just filled and sanded smooth. It came out nice and is a very tight fit. I actually just sold that...
Forum: Interior
07-07-2010, 12:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 22,333
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Dashlights out on my 1988 Firebird

it could be your remote dimmer switch. this part is nothing more than a heat sink and a power transistor. the transistors go bad and all but the int lights work. its like $60 from the dealer, or,...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-26-2010, 02:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,977
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: 84 z28......help

my 74 k5 has a 350 w/carb. i had a similar issue. had spark. timing dead nuts on. getting gas... the issue seemed to be too much gas. so i put a fuel pressure regulator on it. i had a gauge and it...
Forum: Interior
05-20-2010, 07:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,139
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Should i save or let it go

the company i went through, tpiparts.net? sent me samples before i ordered to match my interior the best.
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-17-2010, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2,488
Views: 362,088
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Post your firebird pics

I wish i knew the exact paint code... I was flipping through a giant book of samples and found it, i think it was a stock color off like some mazda maybe?
Forum: Members Firebirds
05-16-2010, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2,488
Views: 362,088
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Post your firebird pics

My 87 Formula 350 :nod::nod::nod:

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Forum: Car Audio
05-16-2010, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 906
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: is it worth it

well i think you will be very happy with 2 12s if you like to crank up the tunes. I have 2 12s in my T-top formula as do many others with t-tops. there is a sticky on building boxes under car audio...
Forum: Northern California
05-16-2010, 03:53 AM
Replies: 257
Views: 28,983
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Intro thread - Tell us about you and your 3rd gen!

1. Dave
2. Paramedic Student
3. 1987 Formula 350
4. 2 years
5. i have sooo many ideas i need like 8 third gens to do them all

I found this thread by clicking "new posts" and posted and just...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-16-2010, 03:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,045
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Gullwing GTA...

very cool! I have thought about doing gullwing doors forever.. not that I actually will, but It is kinda cool to see them done. I dont care for the little doors though.. im 6 foot and well over...
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-10-2010, 07:07 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,023
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: 6th Annual Michigan FBody Meet & Greet 2010

This is the first I heard of this! i am SO there!!!
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-10-2010, 07:01 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 7,224
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Detroit, MI Thirdgens

Im in Saint Clair Shores. my Formula is my daily driver.
Forum: Mid-West Region
05-10-2010, 06:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 464
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: How many people are from the motor city.

I'm in Saint Clair Shores and I always go to the local cruises. my Formy is my DD
Forum: Interior
05-08-2010, 09:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Guage cluster?

well it should fit in no problem. you may have to wire it though I couldnt tell you for sure. I would say see if the guy will let you try it to make sure. The 140mph was an option in the third gen,...
Forum: Body
05-08-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 571
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Best/Favorite type of antenna

by far the best antenna I have ever had was the one on my 74 k5 blazer. It is in the windshield and gets better reception than any other antenna on any other vehicle I have ever Had. My Formula's is...
Forum: Southern California Area
05-08-2010, 09:11 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,793
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Ok boys, convince me..

I say The Camaro. I personally don't like any 93-97 f-bodies though. Plus I hear nothing but bad things about LT1s. but either way :thumbsup:
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2010, 10:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,695
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: door panel speakers?

yes. just like that.
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2010, 02:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 16,291
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: MANUAL WINDOWS TO POWER WINDOW THIRD GEM CAMARO

well the stock switches go in the center counsel behind the shifter. the power windows should be easy to wire. If it is like my truck, the window motor has 2 wires, which are both positive. the motor...
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2010, 02:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 16,291
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: MANUAL WINDOWS TO POWER WINDOW THIRD GEM CAMARO

could always get new doors that already have them and then wire them up. Someone might make a kit maybe? I know theres a kit for older chevy trucks to convert from manual to power.
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2010, 02:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,695
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: door panel speakers?

no, i don't think its very hard to remove the door panel though. Ive noticed most people build basically a "spacer" so the speak doesn't sit so far in the door or at all, seeing this would lead me to...
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2010, 01:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,695
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: door panel speakers?

I think the problem is that the motor for the window is in that bottom corner, alot of people make custom door panels that come out more for the door speakers. I know on the new power doors im...
Forum: Fabrication
05-08-2010, 01:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,695
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: door panel speakers?

im pretty sure Q-logic makes custom kick panels the hold like 6.5 components. I plan to get a set myself.
...
Forum: Body
04-21-2010, 03:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 780
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: My Formula 350

thanks guys! I wanted to make the car different. this was what I envisioned since the accident. I would have stayed stock if not for the a$$hole who hit me. i posted pics on here of the accident. the...
Forum: Body
04-19-2010, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 780
Posted By XxFormula87xX

My Formula 350

Sorry if this is in the wrong place but i wanted to share some exterior shots of my formula, I recently got new wheels and tinted the car. 5% hatch and 35% both doors and the wheels are 17x8
...
Forum: Car Audio
02-26-2010, 09:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,673
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Double Din (Alpine IVA-W203/P1) in my 87 Formula

the alpine i just put in has nav and bluetooth and ipod which is the main reason i wanted it. and the 6.5 inch screen is great for the Nav, the DVD is mostly a bonus. Id say thats a good call on new...
Forum: Car Audio
02-26-2010, 08:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,673
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Double Din (Alpine IVA-W203/P1) in my 87 Formula

hahaha I really do need gas! theres WAY to much snow right now to go anywhere.
Yeah im not a huge carbon fiber fan either but its kinda nice. as far as the pod i cut out the plastic middle as close...
Forum: Car Audio
02-26-2010, 05:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,673
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Double Din (Alpine IVA-W203/P1) in my 87 Formula

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I had to cut the radio pod support for it to slide in deep enough. then i took the trim plate from the deck and cut out the radio trim cover and glued it in with epoxy and then...
Forum: Body
10-29-2009, 12:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 898
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: Idea for Paint Job

Been meaning to update you guys on the paint, got it done, was rearended and traded work with a custom car shop to get it fixed. heres some pics of it now.
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Forum: Car Audio
10-17-2009, 12:39 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,571
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: What do y'all think? (tweeters)

components?
Forum: Car Audio
08-12-2009, 03:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 497
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: help please

Make sure the wire you buy is good stuff, I use 4 gauge jl audio wire and the wire itself is thicker than the cheap 0 gauge kits sold around here I think I paid around 3.50 a foot but it was worth...
Forum: Car Audio
08-12-2009, 02:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 497
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: help please

It isnt hard to wire, i would recommend a secondary battery, kinetic makes nice batteries designed for car audio. if i figure out how i made a wiring diagram in paint of how i did it with just about...
Forum: Car Audio
06-29-2009, 04:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,703
Posted By XxFormula87xX

Re: What did you spend on your stereo from start to finish?

$300 alpine deck (2" lcd color display+ipod cable included)
$400 alpine type "S" front/rear AND 2 12" JL W3s
$500 TMA amps 4chnl/mono (TMA is kinda new and owned by JL)
$300 for all wiring and car...
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