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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-31-2010, 03:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 23,041
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: What are the symptoms of bad u-joints?

The easiest way I found to get the nylon out is, heat the end with a propane torch. The nylon will start oozing out when it gets hot enough. But be careful as the grease in the u-joint will start to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-28-2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 498
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Clutch help

That or installed throwout bearing incorrectly. Remove trans and inspect.
Forum: LTX and LSX
06-09-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,872
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: 2000 LS1 IN 84 CAMARO?

Please check the stickies on the top of the each sub forum page.
This should have the info you need

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/engine-swap/448106-ls1-into-third-gen.html

Edit: BTW nice...
Forum: Members Camaros
06-05-2010, 12:15 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 8,358
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Need the help of the thirdgen community: Help my camaro win a pimp your ride cont

You got my vote, got to help out a fellow Alaskan. Kinda wish i knew bout the contest. I don't listen to 92.9 all that often though.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-16-2010, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,203
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Trans Mount

I would suspect the U-joints on the driveline first. When were the last lubed or replaced?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-07-2010, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,531
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: T5 shifter boot

Although I haven't had dealt with them before, I have heard amazing things. Try www.birdsandbowties.com for the shifter boot if that is all you need. Finding a good shift plate w/ boot is pretty hard...
Forum: Body
02-23-2010, 01:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,853
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Rear Hatch Won't Shut

I would first check your accessory fuse under the dash, if you haven't already.
Forum: TBI
02-08-2010, 10:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 604
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Timing issue, car wont hardly run. Please help

Quick question... Did you unhook the EST wire on the firewall, before setting the timing?
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-25-2010, 07:12 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,361
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: ford focus is the muscle car of the year.

The Focus they show in that video is the Focus RS ( EURO version ). It is a beast. RWD, 300HP, Turbocharged inline 5 cylinder. Easily competes with EVO's & STI's.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-25-2009, 07:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,766
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Where to find a transmission torque arm bracket?

Check out UMI performance for there "tunnel mounted torque arm mount".
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-21-2009, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: replacing clutch disc

The dia should be 10.4", 26 spline. When you pull the tranny, I would suggest you remove the tranny from the bellhousing first. Doing so will allow you to reach the top bolts on the bellhousing alot...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-14-2009, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,397
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Replacing T-5 master to slave Hydraulic line

Stock line is a hard plastic line. You would want to prolly look into the 4th gen setup. It can be fitted to our cars with slight modifications.
Forum: Interior
10-12-2009, 09:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 746
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Where to buy door panels??

Check birdsandbowties, if you want some custom ones.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-09-2009, 06:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,005
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Pitman arm needs to be replaced or not?

:iagree: The only way for it to be "bad" is if has suffered damage from a wreck. All it is is a chunk of steel. Nothing to wear on a chunk of steel. Time for a new shop.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-01-2009, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 826
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Scanner Tool

If you are trying to get codes.... I have a paperclip i can send you for a cool $25. It will pull any code your engine is throwing.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
10-01-2009, 03:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,227
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Focus vs Firebird

Here is his time slip. I could have sworn the bird was a early 93-95, But if i am wrong i can see it being a 91 or 92. I have a 88 so the front end difference from mine to the one in the vid threw me...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-30-2009, 06:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 847
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: What is best fulid?

I Would run the Royal Purple Max Gear oil. Never had any problems using Royal purple in any of my vehicles.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
09-30-2009, 06:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,227
Posted By akmusclecar

Focus vs Firebird

Ok so i am a member of another forum dedicated to the ford focus. :eek: I know don't ask... Anyway there is a debate going on, the guy thinks he raced a 3rd gen v8 and won. :lmao: Clearly he was...
Forum: TBI
09-27-2009, 01:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,195
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: tbi car with hood bump for outside air?

That woulsd be the KITT style hood IIRC also called the power buldge? Anyway yes there is a vacuum activated flapper that is hooked to the hood, opening @ WOT for cold air. If no one gets a pic up i...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-25-2009, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Front end wobbles

Oh yeah. i knew that it was a wheel bearing.
Forum: DFI and ECM
09-23-2009, 03:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,141
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Service engine soon light comes on when slowing down

Grab a paperclip and bend it so you can stick it in the top right 2 ports in the ADL port. The port is by your right leg under the driver side dash. The codes will appear as blinks from the SES light.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-23-2009, 12:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Front end wobbles

Sounds like a front wheel bearing.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-22-2009, 02:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 496
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: dont get it?

If the air is hot coming from the vents, i would suspect you have a leak in your heater core. Has it ever been replaced? does the car have a oily film on the inside of the window? Is the passenger...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-21-2009, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 763
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: scanner tool

The all-mighty PAPERCLIP is the only thing you need. just my :2cents: I would save my money if i was you. The paperclip placed in the top right side 2 terminals of the ADL port (underneath the dash...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-21-2009, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,463
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: 94 lt1 running like crap

Your biggest bet is to look at some of the 4th gen sites. This site is dedicated to the 82-92 third gen F-Body's.

P.S the mod swill lock this thread for not abiding by the forum rules.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-21-2009, 02:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 553
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Looking at an '89 Formula - Idle's Rough, header gasket?

If you have access to the all-mighty PAPERCLIP, you will not need a code reader or scanner to retrieve trouble codes. the top two right side pins on the ADL port are the pins to check codes. Bend the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-19-2009, 02:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 399
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Several questions for finishing up my car

I can tell you that your best bet would be to talk to LONSAL here on the forums or visit Top Down Solutions on the web. They sell the BEST kit for our cars door pins.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
09-14-2009, 05:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,771
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Car pulling to left slightly - Sharply! while braking

:iagree: It sounds like a flex hose most likely your left side is expanding. Or could be the wheel bearing, but you would hear the problem if it was that.:welcome:
Forum: Brakes
08-29-2009, 05:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,910
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Master cylinder bleed screw.

fubar_1179 - That is for bleeding the CLUTCH master and slave cylinders.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
08-28-2009, 03:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 418
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Help...How do I get this bolt out!!!

:hmmm::search: BOLT EXTRACTORS :welcome:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-28-2009, 01:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 462
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: question...

Just by chance... You are disconnecting the EST wire located on the firewall ( brown with black stripe wire ) right?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-27-2009, 02:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,010
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: 90 firebird carb problems

IF you have a timing light available, hook it up and point it towards the injectors while running (if it runs at all). You should see a conical shape spray pattern ( even spray on both sides W/out...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-27-2009, 12:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,122
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Pulls to the left.

:iagree::yup: Replace them BOTH.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-27-2009, 12:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,974
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: What is the difference between an F vin & E vin?

IF the 8th letter or number in the vin is "F", you will have a "tuned port injection setup"
IF the 8th letter of vin is "E" you will have a "throttle body injection setup". The TPI setup is the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-27-2009, 01:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,122
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Pulls to the left.

I bet my bird that your problem is the rubber flex lines running to the caliper. They will rot from the inside causing 1 side to swell from the braking pressure pulling the car towards the side with...
Forum: TBI
08-26-2009, 02:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,016
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Need a source for TBI bonnet

Should be as easy as finding a carb bonnet.
Forum: TBI
08-25-2009, 02:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 999
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: my mechanic says its the carb pt.2

Your mechanic is right... Also change your muffler bearings and replace your headlight fluid while your fixing it... Time for a new mechanic.
Forum: History / Originality
08-20-2009, 12:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,922
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Yet Another "What's Wrong With This Ebay Camaro" Thread

Also in the craigslist ad it has a 5.7 + T-5 combo? They didn't make that combo available from the factory.
Forum: TBI
08-14-2009, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,063
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: irritating TBI mis-fire

:iagree: Your fule pressure sounds low. Your pump is most likely the problem.
Forum: TBI
08-14-2009, 01:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,063
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: irritating TBI mis-fire

What is your timing set at?
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
08-14-2009, 12:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 677
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Helm do-it-yourself manual?

Helm manuals are 1 of the best Factory service manuals available.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-12-2009, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 574
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Service engine soon light

Ok to explain this.... The flashing SES light is the code. :nod: There will be code 12 ( SES will blink 1 time pause then blink 2 times quickly). Code 12 will blink 3 times before it will change...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-09-2009, 02:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,521
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Leaking oil everywhere... possible rear main seal..

It should be known that the 86 or 87+ ( can't remember right now) block uses the 1 piece RMS. I have just replaced mine in the last 2 months ( 88 firebird 5.0TBI ). After dropping the tranny you...
Forum: Brakes
08-05-2009, 02:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 439
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Braking issue

:iagree: Someone needs new flex hoses on the fronts.
Forum: TBI
08-05-2009, 03:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,195
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: The correct fuel pump?

I am running a 255lph Holley ( same pump different stickers ) in my 88' bird. I have a mostly stock motor that runs better than it did with the 21yr old pump. I have been told also that it will or...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-30-2009, 03:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 437
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Sup guys, I got a tranny question

I should chime in here and tell you there are differences in the two versions v6 - v8. If i am correct the input shaft has a different spline count, you will have to use your bellhousing also. Like...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-30-2009, 03:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 762
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Need help on lowering.....

Welcome to the thirdgen community. First off you want to read the stickies on the top of the forum pages. Here is the on you should read first....
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-28-2009, 01:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 988
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: mid instal help needed fast air/fuel gauge

Unless you are running a Wide Band O2 sensor you will have the "sweeping effect".
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
07-26-2009, 03:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,822
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Gettin' it together

2 ways to figure out the sway bar diameter. 1st an easiest buy a micrometer. 2nd way if you have a good set of over sized wrenches slide the wrench over till you find the right size.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-16-2009, 01:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 427
Posted By akmusclecar

Re: Smell Of Gas...

IIRC there is a gas tank recall for the 90+ vehicles. Also if is leaking it prolly would be from the filler neck. They have had a tendency to fail there. Do a search and you will find your answers.
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