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Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
07-25-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,226
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Camaro base seat fabric 1983-1984 Camel Tan

Hello,


In order to repair an otherwise perfect interior, I'm looking for seat fabric as pictured. It is from a 1984 Camaro Z28 that has base cloth seats in camel tan color.
Ideally from a rear...
Forum: History / Originality
06-26-2019, 05:07 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,170
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: LG4 is dog slow on acceleration

I had a similar issue on a '79 Mustang, ran fine under 50kph, but struggled going faster and couldn't get past 100kph, misfires, high fuel consumption. After rebuilding the carb, replacing all the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
06-18-2019, 04:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,659
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

4.3L TH700R4 vs V8 TH700R4 - Is it weaker ?

Hi everyone,

Please don't answer if you don't have actual experience with what I'm asking about.

I'm about to get an '84 Z28 with no engine or transmission. TH700R4s aren't not exactly common...
Forum: History / Originality
06-16-2017, 06:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,846
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Low Mile Iron Duke......Ermm, $18K......

The basicness of the car is what makes it interesting, not valuable of course, but it stands out. A low mile high end model is relatively common, a low mile very low spec model is rare. Putting a V8,...
Forum: Interior
04-06-2017, 07:18 AM
Replies: 328
Views: 92,565
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Restoring interior plastic and carpet how-to

Different products since I'm not in the US, and different car ('79 Mustang), but same method here. I used a product called Vinylkote by Plastikolor, it comes in any RAL color, but can be special...
Forum: Interior
04-06-2017, 05:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,437
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Trying to Decide Interior Color for White Trans Am

It was fairly common on 84-85 models

http://www.2040-cars.com/_content/cars/images/27/105527/001.jpg...
Forum: Interior
04-05-2017, 06:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,437
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Trying to Decide Interior Color for White Trans Am

With gold ground effects, I can only think of tan as a good interior color, so it's the right choice.

Too many colors would be odd, and black and grey are the easy/tasteless choice.

As for the...
Forum: History / Originality
02-23-2017, 09:40 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,968
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Third Gen Development "What If?"

The torque is what you feel the most, 350s have much more torque than the 305.

I'd say stronger parts all around : rear end, transmission, subframe connectors

A Turbo V8 option would have been...
Forum: History / Originality
01-29-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 865
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: 1984 T/A bucket seat

I've seen leather ones in loaded Trans Ams and in S/Es.

The AQ9 code was shared between the the Lear Siegler and Recaro.
Forum: History / Originality
12-12-2016, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 445
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: 1982-84 Firebird Build Dates Needed

No PHS, but the trim tag says 3rd week of May 1984 for my '84 Trans Am.
Norwood built, last six digits : 236399.
Forum: History / Originality
11-25-2016, 06:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,207
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: This base Firebird is a real creampuff.

Nice car, I love survivors like that, especially lower end models with few options.
Forum: History / Originality
09-17-2016, 06:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 646
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Looking for info

Looks pretty stock to me. What does the radiator tag says ? There's the last six digits of the VIN on it.
What does the SPId says (sticker under the center console lid) ?
Forum: History / Originality
09-04-2016, 02:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,489
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Bashing the Iron Duke

It's in Australia, they're required to convert LHD cars to RHD if under 25 years old IIRC.
Forum: History / Originality
09-03-2016, 06:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,489
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Bashing the Iron Duke

Well there's this one from down under, with a approximate 0-60 at 1:15 : 1982 Pontiac Firebird - 2.5 L4 Iron Duke - YouTube

It doesn't look that bad.
Forum: Car Audio
08-30-2016, 05:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,747
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Installing the UQ7 Sub Option into a non UQ7 Car

I agree, unless it's original to the car it's pointless to bother with that.
Forum: History / Originality
08-22-2016, 01:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,489
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Bashing the Iron Duke

How would it fare against the 2.3L Lima engine on Ford cars of the same time period ?
Forum: History / Originality
08-11-2016, 12:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 941
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: I need information guys...

I'd put a Turbo hood, 82-84 fender skirts and Trans Am tail lights and be done with it.

It looks great as is though, kinda pointless to modify it now. Get yourself a Trans Am instead. It would be...
Forum: History / Originality
08-09-2016, 11:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Model year change 1987 - 1988

I would say it mostly depends on the years, I have the build sheet of a VERY early 1980 Trans Am, in the first hundreds of cars made that year, it was built on the 27th of August 1979. So they...
Forum: History / Originality
08-03-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Model year change 1987 - 1988

The model year change starts around late august-early september
Forum: History / Originality
08-03-2016, 01:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Model year change 1987 - 1988

N means Norwood car, so it's a 1987 (no more cars built in this factory after that year). The H also indicates it's a 1987 model.
Forum: Body
08-01-2016, 01:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,011
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Powerbulge hood and rainwater?

This is actually a copy of the stock piece.
Forum: Body
08-01-2016, 06:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,011
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Powerbulge hood and rainwater?

The water tray is in pretty bad condition on my '84 and only held in place with one screw (one tab is broken), I do get a bit of water occasionally on top of the air cleaner.
Forum: Body
07-28-2016, 07:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,217
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Iroc spoiler on firebird

I doubt it would fit right. The quarter panels are different.
Forum: Body
07-27-2016, 03:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 345
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: 84 Bird RF Fender - what years fit?

I think 82-84 are identical, then changed slightly in 1985 where it meets the front nose at the top. It should still fit but might require a minor modification.

I used a 1989 upper nose...
Forum: Body
07-24-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,948
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: when someone calls your car a p.o.s...

That sounds extremely optimistic...even with a 455.
Forum: History / Originality
07-04-2016, 02:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 652
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Service parts list has A90 but not on car!

Does the VIN on the SPId match the VIN of your car ?
Forum: History / Originality
07-02-2016, 06:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 583
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Is it still somewhat easy to find parts?

Mechanical parts aren't a problem, nearly everything is available since the engines were widely used across GM models. I'm not in the US and never got a problem finding parts.

It's interior and...
Forum: History / Originality
06-23-2016, 03:46 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 17,132
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: ARE WE A DYING BREED??

I didn't know about the 5mph bumper. I actually thought it was for safety, knowing it was just for insurance companies to get more money is disappointing to say the least :/
Forum: History / Originality
06-23-2016, 02:28 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 17,132
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: ARE WE A DYING BREED??

Up until 1971, they were rated in SAE gross which indeed, highly exagerated the actual power. This article clears things up with actual dyno testings :...
Forum: Carburetors
06-19-2016, 04:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 940
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Roch Quad rebuild difficulty?

I'm no mechanic and the first carb I've rebuilt is an E4ME Qjet :D

It was fairly straightforward. If the carb is in good condition it shouldn't take very long. Get some schematics and manuals...
Forum: History / Originality
06-04-2016, 08:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,437
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: What are some odd or little-used RPO codes for F-Bodies?

None of these are rare but they're unusual and have been used for a few years only.

VD6 = aluminium front bumper

WS1, WS3, WS5, WS8 = price reduction options packages

N91 = wire wheel...
Forum: History / Originality
05-21-2016, 03:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,045
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Engine Bay Question Whats Original Color for Plenum and Runners?

Cleaning years of grime and dirt is a pain and can take a while if you don't have a cleaning machine for those kind of parts. I did everything with a toothbrush and plain gasoline (very messy and not...
Forum: History / Originality
05-20-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,045
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Engine Bay Question Whats Original Color for Plenum and Runners?

I used a zinc/aluminium weld through primer on my intake and various cast aluminium parts. It looks just like fresh aluminium, not paint, and holds up great.

319868...
Forum: History / Originality
05-04-2016, 04:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,693
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: 4 cylinder camaro

14 years later, impressive.
Forum: History / Originality
05-03-2016, 05:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,993
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: 9300 mile, 1983, Iron Duke, 4 speed!

Saw it on facebook too. It sure is something special, it's interesting for the historical "value" more than the excitement behind the wheel. I'd love to have a total stripper like that.
Who would...
Forum: History / Originality
05-01-2016, 05:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,313
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: 1989 Formula. Saveable????

Indeed, there a lot more than meets the eye on a damaged car. I've parted out a '76 Formula that got a pretty bad crash, I found some cracks everywhere, even though the only real damage to the body...
Forum: History / Originality
04-30-2016, 02:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,313
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: 1989 Formula. Saveable????

The fold on the roof makes me think this one is gone...
Forum: Car Audio
04-29-2016, 10:02 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 12,879
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Sub Replacements for UQ7

Indeed, I missed the post where the subs were measured at 7.7 Ohms (10 Ohms)

So here's the speaker setup :


Front : 2 x 4x6" 10 ohms - PN 16033662
Rear : 2 x 4x6" 4 ohms - PN 16031000...
Forum: Car Audio
04-28-2016, 05:44 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 12,879
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Sub Replacements for UQ7

You should be able to measure it easily with a multimeter.
Forum: Car Audio
04-28-2016, 11:23 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 12,879
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Sub Replacements for UQ7

So to sum it up, what is the correct impedance for the UQ7 system speakers :
- front 4x6
- rear 4x6
- rear subwoofers

I'm trying to replace the subs and rear speakers but I have no idea what I...
Forum: History / Originality
04-27-2016, 01:24 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 25,854
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: IS A FIREBIRD FORMULA 1988 WS6 305 WORTH RESTORING???

What car is worth restoring anyway ? Only a handful of models will bring more money than the cost of a restoration.

Unless it's rusted out or it's bent, do it if you like restoring cars and don't...
Forum: History / Originality
04-10-2016, 03:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,675
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Medium Dark Grey Seat belt coloration

How does it look under the sleeve ?
Forum: History / Originality
04-10-2016, 01:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,675
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Medium Dark Grey Seat belt coloration

This is yellowing due to UV light, it's the same that happens on old electronics (computers, game consoles). Some of the dash switches on the 85-92 Firebirds have the same problem.
...
Forum: Body
04-08-2016, 01:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Slight rust in wheel well.

Start by cleaning the area with a wire wheel. Only then can you judge what to do with it.
It might be lightly pitted, and only require a total removal of the rust, then epoxy primer, a bit of body...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-05-2016, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 497
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: "Hi Tech" center caps ??

Yes they will ;) They are actually better made and hold much stronger to the wheel. I have 16" 88-92 Formula rims on my '84, and I compared both.
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
04-05-2016, 02:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 320
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Looking for a couple parts for a Lear Siegler seat

Hi guys,

During the disassembly on the Lear Siegler front seat bottom of my Trans Am, I pretty much destroyed the adjuster knob and the threaded rod it goes into, because a stupid allen screw was...
Forum: Interior
04-02-2016, 12:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 12,894
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Knight Rider interior plastics color?

...Camel Tan ? Honestly that's a pretty good name for the color, look at the color of a Camel :...
Forum: Interior
04-01-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 12,894
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Knight Rider interior plastics color?

I wouldn't guess the color on 80's tv show stills :P The colors are always a bit wrong.

Find pictures of 82-84 Firebirds or Camaros with the Camel Tan interior, look here :...
Forum: Interior
04-01-2016, 06:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 12,894
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: Knight Rider interior plastics color?

The 78-80 Camel Tan code was 62C, the 82-84 was 64C. There might be a difference. I have many 2nd gen Camel Tan parts, but no 3rd gen parts in that color so I can't compare to be sure.
Forum: Members Firebirds
03-31-2016, 07:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,330
Posted By SolarGoldRaptor

Re: My All Original (almost) One-Owner '84 Firebird (aka 'Bluebird')

What's amazing is the base rims are still there ! Most people would have swapped them for fancier rims. Don't change a thing, it looks great.
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