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Forum: Body
07-28-2014, 01:36 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 18,143
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Custom Paint Picture Thread

Nothing too fancy. I painted it Nocturne Blue, stencil-painted some graphics and cleared over them. Gets nice compliments.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
07-28-2014, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 655
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: looking for a set of white GTA emblems

I have a set of GM originals. Never mounted. Nose emblem and two sail panel birds. PM me.
Forum: Body
05-20-2014, 01:25 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 105,941
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Window/Door Rattles--Observation and Pics

They create a tight fit between the closed door and the B pillar to reduce flex front-to-rear. I think they appear only on T-top cars.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-30-2013, 06:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 340
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: wtb front lowering springs and shocks.

I have a set of Eibach Pro-kit 1" drop front and rear. Very little use (500 mi.) $379 new. Sell for $150. I am in NKY.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-13-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,321
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: My polishing projects

What kind of compound do you use on the buffer?

I would love to see a video of you polishing a part, especially one with lots of curves and crannies. I've been putting off doing my tpi runners...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-11-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,321
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: My polishing projects

That's great work! I have done a couple of projects but did not have good luck unless i went way up to 2000 grit. How are you getting such great results with 220 grit?
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-05-2013, 12:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,487
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: 82-92 BMR Subframe Connectors-Bolt/Weld

Will these work on a car with stock setup (no headers)?
Forum: Body
12-05-2013, 07:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,108
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: any way to make these clear agian?

Sand smooth as described above.
Use rattle can enamel to cover (gloss black is always good.)
Enjoy until t-top money flows your way.

If you don't have enough money to buy a rattle can then God...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
12-05-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,013
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: T-Top Weatherstriping kit

I used the kit from 1A Auto. Is is good quality and it worked fine.
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-27-2013, 05:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,610
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: My Hawks Third Gen Experience

I bought some rubber bumpers (among other parts) from hawks. Turns out they fit Camaro but not Firebird. I sent hawks some pics of the problem. They called me, admitted there was a mistake in the...
Forum: Body
11-27-2013, 03:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: naked Firebird ...

Yeah, a year to the day since I started. It was WAY apart. If you're not taking it that far apart, shouldn't be as long.

That's the stock spoiler for the 91 TA
Forum: Body
11-27-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: naked Firebird ...

Couple more shots:

We intentionally left off the side moldings and B pillar bird decals. Going for a clean presentation. I really like the way the red stencils came out.
Forum: Body
11-27-2013, 02:02 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

naked Firebird is done!

Buffed and polished. Fixed as many goofs as I could. Installed the interior. Put the original wheels back on. Lots of little projects remaining to do, but we can cruise now.

Looks like a million...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-20-2013, 09:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 646
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Found in the boneyard - No. KY

Its in Hebron, KY (near Cincinnati)
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-19-2013, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 646
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Found in the boneyard - No. KY

It is an auto car. I think all auto TPIs were 350s
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
11-18-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,887
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: 1AAuto.com - Simply amazing.

Adding to the pile of good vibes for 1AAuto.

I purchased a large amount of parts. One part did not fit to my satisfaction. They worked with me via PM, phone and email until all was right. Even...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-18-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 646
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Found in the boneyard - No. KY

I stand corrected. Junkyard had "1986" on the side of the car and I know very little about Camaros.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
11-18-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 646
Posted By fyrebird68

Found in the boneyard - No. KY

Saw this (appears to be) 350 TPI in the junkyard Saturday. 86 Camaro (with auto trans) has not yet been picked over. They want $160 plus a core.

Wish I had the time to pull it.

<edit> want make...
Forum: Body
11-08-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 761
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: t top problem

I recommend you go to glass tops. Easy to find at the junkyard and not expensive.

DONT pitch the old ones, though. The racers like them because they're lighter. And you can sand and paint them...
Forum: Body
10-28-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: naked Firebird ...

Some better pics of the paint so far. Just have some details to do (hood grills, etc.) and some spots to fix (where the tape pieces are). Line up the hood and then get to work on the inside.
Forum: Body
10-28-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: naked Firebird ...

Not really much to see - looks like weatherstrip! I'll be back later this week and get some shots.
Forum: Body
10-27-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: naked Firebird ...

I used SoftSeal from 1AAuto. I did it in stages (one piece per day) but total time I would say was 4 hours.

It is a very good fit, nice and soft. If you use the adhesive like it's intended to be...
Forum: Body
10-26-2013, 07:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: naked Firebird ...

Got the weatherstrip on. Outside is done. Need only to check for leaks and we start putting the interior in.
Forum: Body
10-21-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,503
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: 91 firebird front bumper???

I have one from a 91 TA. Not cracked, but worn out. Here's some pics.

It's free, but you have to find a way to get it!
Forum: Body
10-18-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,757
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: A fix for that window rattle

Bump to the top. I'd like to see a picture, too.
Forum: Body
10-16-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

slow progress

Finally got the stencils done and the GFX mounted. These are painted on and cleared over. (crappy fuzzy phone pics. I'll see if I can do better tomorrow.)

(I removed these fuzzy pictures to reduce...
Forum: Body
10-04-2013, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 679
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Soybean body parts.

I found it educational ......:D
Forum: Body
10-04-2013, 01:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Lockable storage area in Trunk.

I fixed a plastic hinge using an old VCR box and some pop rivets. Cut the size piece you need out of the hinged portion of the box and put it directly behind the broken hinge. If you're neat about...
Forum: Interior
09-24-2013, 07:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,174
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Weather stripping

Started on my weatherstrip install:


Put in the first t-top strip last night. Fits really well, and its nice and soft. The top is a TIGHT fit after the strip is in. I silicone'd the t-top panel...
Forum: Body
09-18-2013, 08:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,256
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Rear hatch without stuts, wil it harm anything?

Your hatch is livin' on the edge without struts.

I have broken a rear window when I was using a hatch with no struts. They are REALLY heavy, and twist a lot.

I think it's pay me now or pay me...
Forum: Interior
09-18-2013, 08:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,174
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Weather stripping

Actually, the set I bought included these sills. Nice sills, with weatherstrip already attached. Just attach 'em to your door cards.
Forum: Interior
09-17-2013, 03:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,174
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Weather stripping

I just bought a complete set from 1AAuto - a regular visitor to this board. The brand is Metro, which has gotten generally good reviews from our fellow forum members. Price was competitive.

It...
Forum: Body
09-11-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,754
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Vert and T Top Door Wedges

I found the one I took off. I need one more for the other side (91 TA t-top car).

Anyone got a lead on one of these?
Forum: Body
09-10-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,754
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Vert and T Top Door Wedges

My car (1991 TA T-tops) needs door wedges. I think they are different for the later cars - plastic, and look just like a door stop wedge.

Anybody have a pic of what the newer style looks like?...
Forum: Body
08-30-2013, 08:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 503
Posted By fyrebird68

Gaskets for locks and handles?

(1991 Trans Am)

do our third gen cars use gaskets under the door lock cylinders and the door handles? I haven't found any in the resto catalogs.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-26-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Front end side marker clip

I found one (actually two). Thanks for the responses.

Bob T
Forum: Body
08-23-2013, 08:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 544
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Front markers - do they use a gasket?

Thanks. I put them in as-is and they look fine. I guess the water just runs around and out the bottom.
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-23-2013, 08:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Front end side marker clip

Just one. LMK.

Thanks,
Bob T
Forum: Body
08-22-2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 544
Posted By fyrebird68

Front markers - do they use a gasket?

Putting the L and R front side marker lights into my 1991 Trans Am. (Pic below). My markers don't have any gaskets around them, but I don't seem to have any, and I don't see them in the resto...
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
08-22-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By fyrebird68

Front end side marker clip

Looking for this (see pic). Holds the L and R front side markers in their pockets. Haven't seen them in the resto catalogs and the auto parts stores are clueless on it (it IS an oddball).

Anybody...
Forum: Aftermarket Vendor Review
08-21-2013, 03:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,619
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Blown away by Hawk's Third Gen

It's a shame that most people aren't motivated to post about a vendor unless their experience was a bad one.

I have dealt with them a few times and it's been a good experience. Not soul-mate,...
Forum: Body
08-06-2013, 12:35 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,069
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Paint Work

You can come and paint on my car any time.
Forum: Interior
08-01-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,381
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Lucky Dash Pad Find

showoff. :)

I paid $50 for a good one and thought I was doing good.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-31-2013, 01:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,931
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: 92 Firebird brake light decal

raynehr ---- PM sent!
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-29-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 461
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: A few miscellaneous questions..

Gauge may be inaccurate. Double-check the actual temperature of the coolant. Try a IR temp gun. HF sells a cheap one, but it works fine for us part-timers.

Shoot several places - radiator, block,...
Forum: Body
07-26-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,224
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Is my IROC too far gone with rust?

:eek:

I'm a sucker for basket cases, but these pics made even my *** pucker.

I would walk, no run, away.
Forum: Body
07-26-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,018
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: Fiero spoiler on Firebird

Looks surprisingly good.

If I were doing it I think I would shorten the posts a little to bring the side flaps closer to the body.
Forum: TPI
07-19-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,943
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: TPI wire tuck pics

Wow, really nice! Can you show (arrows, maybe) where you hid the harness? Or is it just so clean that I can't see it?
Forum: TPI
07-16-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,943
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: TPI wire tuck pics

ummm, pics?
Forum: Body
07-10-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,386
Posted By fyrebird68

Re: naked Firebird ...

Just done with cut and buff.

http://imageshack.us/a/img10/7421/9u4d.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img13/760/sb7l.jpg

http://imageshack.us/a/img839/3899/40vl.jpg
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