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Forum: Interior
01-26-2014, 10:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,015
Posted By firbster

Re: Interior project

looks awesome,, keep the patterns you could be selling those..
Forum: Interior
01-24-2014, 10:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,257
Posted By firbster

Re: Headliner restoration....

I say thanks for posting it ,, he just up the road from me and I might have to pick one up...some people just have to have an opinion whether helpful or not,, just ignore because these revived old...
Forum: Car Audio
01-13-2014, 08:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,775
Posted By firbster

Re: dbl din , a little differant

I really want to try and do it .. it would just look better and the function would be more user friendly with the deck up higher as you really don't use the heater controls only a couple times a day...
Forum: Car Audio
01-13-2014, 03:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,775
Posted By firbster

Re: dbl din , a little differant

thanks buddy. I did search , maybe you did not fully understand what I was asking, I wanted to drop the heater controls UNDER the stereo...see if anyone had done this..
Forum: Fabrication
01-11-2014, 04:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,147
Posted By firbster

Re: any way to modify the hvac system for a stronger blower motor?

I as well would like to upgrade the blower..anyone learn any thing else here?
Forum: Interior
01-11-2014, 11:25 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,542
Posted By firbster

Re: Homelink direct fit in overhead console!

just picked up one of these but the wiring is different it is a circuit style ribbon does anyone know the pinouts for voltage and ground??.
Forum: Interior
01-10-2014, 03:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,516
Posted By firbster

Re: Installed an auto dimming temp/compass mirror in the car

I know this is a really old thread but its an easy and great upgrade that is usefull . bought one at the wreckers today for $10 and tested the wiring and it works great . will install in the spring...
Forum: Interior
01-07-2014, 08:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,034
Posted By firbster

Re: Stock 84 z28 speedo?

I've got that speedo in my car .. thought it was a stock one..
Forum: Car Audio
01-07-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,775
Posted By firbster

Re: dbl din , a little differant

no one has any input here?
Forum: Car Audio
01-05-2014, 07:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,775
Posted By firbster

dbl din , a little differant

like a lot of us 3rd gen owners we want to upgrade our systems to what a new civic comes with these days. so I want to install a double din android unit .. just installed one in a buddies tundra last...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
01-05-2014, 02:12 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 13,794
Posted By firbster

Re: 1992 RS Heritage white with red stripes

I would be very interested in this car ..but the emissions crap has me beat on this one, we are not lucky enough to get exceptions up here..anything newer then 88 will always have to be tested every...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
02-26-2013, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,776
Posted By firbster

help with c6 wheels

so i put the wheels on over a year ago but the car just isnt fun to drive so i havent been the car pulls all over the road when i hit unlevel road surfaces , i guess its called tramaling , the rims...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
12-16-2012, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,428
Posted By firbster

Re: feeler 1984 Z28 H.O 5spd

sorry guys ,, im going to put the car up for sale this spring as the cars in storage now.. was trying to get a feeler for what i should ask for t .. its appraised for $12,000 and we all know...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
11-30-2012, 04:22 PM
Replies: 1,132
Views: 459,797
Posted By firbster

Re: Got Vette Wheels??...Post pics here...!

i have the original rear end and i needed 2 1/2" spacers and then i needed the fenders rolled and a bit of "massaging" of the inner well at the front inner lower corner of the wheel..
Forum: Camaros for Sale
11-17-2012, 02:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,428
Posted By firbster

feeler 1984 Z28 H.O 5spd

1894 H.O. Z28, 5spd,t-top, the car wasna southern us car , 65,000 miles , 140mph speedo, 1998 gray power leather seats, C6 polished alum rims with spacers and original rims. Every option other than...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
08-15-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 372
Posted By firbster

camaro parts , selling car..

camaro dash pad, no cracks and complete $150
complete tune up kit , $50
original GM factory manual, $40
radio bezel, $40
poer door lock switches, $15
camaro console pad, incomplete plastic...
Forum: Interior
01-01-2012, 08:44 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 9,172
Posted By firbster

Re: Consensus On Dash Pads

i purchased my car about 2 years ago,, the dash pad is mint ,its original 84 , but the car spent most of its life in a garage ,, so theres something to being protected..,, its wrapped in my basement,...
Forum: Interior
01-01-2012, 08:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 20,497
Posted By firbster

Re: NRG Quick Release Steering Kit...usable on third gens somehow?

so how did the install go ,, you happy with it??
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
01-01-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By firbster

Re: 91-92 areo GFX complete

thanks bud, I have found a set..
Forum: Camaros for Sale
12-31-2011, 02:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,558
Posted By firbster

Re: 86 Camaro 383Stroker TKO600

maybe post up what you have into the trans and motor work, unfortunately for that price range a very nice lsx car can be had..
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-24-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,239
Posted By firbster

Re: 1982 Trans Am UM6 radio

sorry buddy, I just got back from that shop and the radio is gone, i,ll keep an eye out though, the wreckers used to full of them, try checking local long standing car stereo shops they have one in...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-23-2011, 10:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,239
Posted By firbster

Re: 1982 Trans Am UM6 radio

the one from my 84 is the right one, I looked it up, but I'm not selling that one,I keep everything to put the car back to stock.. I was at a shop about a month ago and they had a mint one on the...
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-20-2011, 03:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,239
Posted By firbster

Re: 1982 Trans Am UM6 radio

do you have a pic..might have it???, what is worth to you?
Forum: Body
12-18-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,225
Posted By firbster

Re: 84 Z28 to 91-92 gfx swap

hey Zed28 , im about to undertake your same change, 84-91 change over, so how did it go and what problems did you run into ? can you post some pics ?..
Forum: Interior Parts Wanted
12-11-2011, 06:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,048
Posted By firbster

Re: dash pad

keep an eye out on ebay, they pop up on there for $150-$200 every once in a while.. where did you get the price for the new one? , i thought they were obsolete from GM..
Forum: Exterior Parts Wanted
12-11-2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By firbster

91-92 areo GFX complete

looking for 91-92 complete set , dont care about color....msg me if you have something.. im in canada but can have shipped to michigan..
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
09-18-2011, 09:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 857
Posted By firbster

T5 question,, will a T5 from a 89 1/2 ton chevy truck work?

i found one and was wondering if it will work ,, and aswell if it would ne a WC being an 89?? i searched evrywhere and didnt see anything on it ..
thanks kevin
4th is 1:1 and fifth is 0.85...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-18-2011, 03:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,902
Posted By firbster

Re: engine guru's!! help with l69 upgrade

hey NELZ , bravo for the reponse here.. i really appreciate it.. lots to absorb there, but i think you yhave talked me out of doing anything to the 305.. the smog police up here arnt bad, they way it...
Forum: Interior
08-16-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 20,497
Posted By firbster

Re: NRG Quick Release Steering Kit...usable on third gens somehow?

i have the NRG kit installed on my car ,, it is an wicked kit.. extremely well made, retains the horn..
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2011, 01:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,902
Posted By firbster

Re: engine guru's!! help with l69 upgrade

WOW , thanks for the info sofakingdom, thats what i was looking for , the engine is pretty clean .. just the paint on it looks like crap. do they make headers with the A.I.R. tubes? the emmissons...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-07-2011, 09:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,902
Posted By firbster

engine guru's!! help with l69 upgrade

i have an original l69 with 60,000 on it now, it needs new valve seals and is generally dirty and crappy looking so im looking to freshin it up, i know i should just swap out a 350 but i dont have...
Forum: Interior
04-25-2011, 02:02 PM
Replies: 362
Views: 127,854
Posted By firbster

Re: LED Dash lights

i used the mini aswell.. they worked great i would tell everyone to do this mod for sure.. OH and upgrade to H.I.D.s aswell.. i did all my lighting.. best money i have spent on the car so far for...
Forum: Interior
03-05-2011, 03:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,102
Posted By firbster

Re: window motor tired?

i had the same problem in my last car .. it was the window switch .. it had got corroded and was limiting the voltage to the motor.. check that aswell
Forum: Body
02-22-2011, 05:27 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 17,866
Posted By firbster

Re: Clear Tail Lights? Watcha all think?

they still do make them,, heres a response i got from them last night

Hi Kevin,

Thanks for the email. I'm not sure where you heard that i was no longer manufacturing the tails for the 3rd gen...
Forum: Members Camaros
01-13-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By firbster

Re: my 84 z28,

i dont have any more pics the car is in storage for the winter..
Forum: Interior
01-06-2011, 06:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,090
Posted By firbster

lets see your pics of the replacement seats you guys have used

i have changed my seats out to the 4thgen but i would like to find a nice seat of leather seats out of a newer car , something sporty but luxury aswell.. post up if you have changed or post up your...
Forum: Members Camaros
01-03-2011, 04:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By firbster

Re: my 84 z28,

OPPS.. nope it has 4thgen seats..my mistake..
Forum: Members Camaros
01-02-2011, 04:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By firbster

Re: my 84 z28,

yep, sand gray it is ,, i noticed you have a 90 Z24.. i had a 89 convertable that i bought in highschool.. had it for 17 years, i did everything except swap the motor on it .. 2 years ago i heard it...
Forum: Members Camaros
01-02-2011, 01:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,515
Posted By firbster

my 84 z28,

heres my car , its an 84 z28 , it has the H.O.motor with 5spd, it has every option other than the auto.. it is an original 58,000 mile car

401146

this is when i picked it up , took an entire...
Forum: Cooling
07-28-2010, 05:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,827
Posted By firbster

Re: ac blower , any way to increase airflow

the car just turned 61,000miles, i dont think it has had a lot of excercise, i think im just comparing it to my honda thats all .. as its working on all settings , i will do a check with a voltmeter...
Forum: Cooling
07-27-2010, 04:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,827
Posted By firbster

ac blower , any way to increase airflow

i recharged my ac now it works good but it doesnt move the air like i think it should , i have a honda accord and it blows air like crazy, i am comparing the 2 which my be unfair but im not sure,, so...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
06-06-2010, 06:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,793
Posted By firbster

Re: Stolen Yellow IROC

i had a car stolen out of my driveway in east london 2 years ago .. they recovered it 2 months later trashed .. the steering colums of these car are a breeze to break to hotwire .. i now have an...
Forum: Third Gen Association of Ontario
05-13-2010, 07:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,462
Posted By firbster

Re: Saw this off the 401 today

boring life i assume...BUSTED!!! and a capital L for U
Forum: Electronics
04-28-2010, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,183
Posted By firbster

Re: 12v acc power under hood

my goal is to have the lights on when ever the ignition is on ... the lights are LED so they draw almost no amps at all... so im looking for a powwer source thats on when the ignition is on .. im no...
Forum: Electronics
04-28-2010, 07:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,183
Posted By firbster

12v acc power under hood

i have a aftermarket set of lights that i want to come on when the car is running with out having to run a switch .. is there anywhere under the hood that has a 12 volt power supply when the car is...
Forum: History / Originality
04-05-2010, 09:29 PM
Replies: 515
Views: 33,258
Posted By firbster

Re: whats your mileage on your fbody?

my 84 Z28 has 61,253 on it , owned it for 2 years ..original owner sold it to buy a new GTO....
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-02-2010, 03:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 520
Posted By firbster

question for those wiht c6 rim....

so i just got to putting on the rims this last week .. the car feels loose on the road if its bumpy.. stock was fine .. now on flat smooth roads it rides great .. but i notice that it seems to find...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-27-2010, 04:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,814
Posted By firbster

Re: Picked up some C6 rims for my camaro. Now I need tires?

i will let ya know .. im installing a pro-kit next week .. i will post some before after pics when i get a chance..
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