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Forum: Electronics
09-16-2010, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,007
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Car Is A Nite Club

Thanks for the help. I will disconnect the brown wire when I get home. Also last night I decided to drive my car. I pulled my headlights on and everything went out, horn, dome light, dash lights,...
Forum: Electronics
09-15-2010, 07:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,007
Posted By mavcar38

Re: no headlights and radio

Did you ever find out the problem with your radio and headlights? Mine does the same thing sometimes. Ill turn my headlights on and they will go out along with the dash lights and radio and then...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-15-2010, 08:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,236
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 305 TPI (with 5 speed) to simple 350 Carb (keep the 5 speed)

Ok, I must be an idiot. How do you upload multiple pics on here?
Forum: Engine Swap
08-15-2010, 08:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,236
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 305 TPI (with 5 speed) to simple 350 Carb (keep the 5 speed)

Spev Im sending you the pics now. Let me know if you get them. Thanks
Forum: Body
08-13-2010, 09:16 PM
Replies: 260
Views: 119,262
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Window motor install.......THE EASY WAY....the tech article is bogus!

This definitely works. This is not a hack job at all. Three small holes you cant even see, really? I did one yesterday by removing the entire regulator. Took me too long and it sucked. Did my...
Forum: Engine Swap
08-10-2010, 07:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,236
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 305 TPI (with 5 speed) to simple 350 Carb (keep the 5 speed)

Spev, I tried posting some pics, but for some reason it wont take. I can pm them or email them to you if you want.
Forum: Body
08-09-2010, 07:12 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,804
Posted By mavcar38

Re: RIP CAMARO

Glad youre alive bro. Just be thankful to God you survived and have the chance to build another one. Idiot drivers piss me off. Its usually the innocent or people in the right that get severly hurt.
Forum: Electronics
08-09-2010, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 552
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Walking The Tightrope

Yeah man, I appreciate it. As soon as I raised it up some it engaged and started working. Talking about feeling real stupid!! Thanks again for the time to explain and save me some loot in the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
08-06-2010, 05:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,068
Posted By mavcar38

Re: loose steering wheel play

I had the same problem...took it in and it was idler arm...lot better since that was replaced.
Forum: LTX and LSX
08-05-2010, 08:19 PM
Replies: 830
Views: 113,448
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Here we go again. Swap #2 has begun. LOTS of pics...

Man, I did a simple swap from TPI to Carb and was pulling my hair out at time. Hell of a job on all that, I cant imagine doing all what you did! I wish I had half the knowledge and know how you do....
Forum: Engine Swap
08-05-2010, 07:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,236
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 305 TPI (with 5 speed) to simple 350 Carb (keep the 5 speed)

I just recently converted my 89 Iroc to carb when my TPI motor threw a rod. I got my engine from phoenixengine.com A 350 330hp motor that runs great. I want to upgrade to bigger motor eventually....
Forum: Electronics
08-05-2010, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 552
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Walking The Tightrope

Hey guys,
Thanks for the help. I called the guy from top down solutions. He said my adjustment was off. I raised the entire unit. He said mine never went down far enough to engage the reverse...
Forum: Interior
08-05-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,439
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 87 firebird rear hatch motor won't start

Hey guys,
Thanks for the help. I called the guy from top down solutions. He said my adjustment was off. I raised the entire unit. He said mine never went down far enough to engage the reverse...
Forum: Interior
08-05-2010, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,439
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 87 firebird rear hatch motor won't start

Did you ever get your hatch motor fixed? Mine goes down but it wont come back up?
Forum: Electronics
08-05-2010, 12:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 552
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Walking The Tightrope

NIna,
Thanks for your help. I cant locate the switch youre talkin about. I have the entire unit out of the car. Is it on the black portion of the latch or somewhere else? Thanks again.
Forum: Electronics
08-05-2010, 08:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 552
Posted By mavcar38

Another Hatch Pull down issue, Help plsz..89 Iroc

I have put two different pull down units on my 89 Iroc. On both of them when I shut my deck lid the motor pulled the hatch down really tight, almost sounded too tight. When I go to open the deck...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-13-2010, 01:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,653
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Transgo shift kit in a 700R4

Great guys, thanks for the advice. I called Dan from Pro-built automatics. He was more than helpful!! He set me up a kit and should be here soon. I will let you know how it goes.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-11-2010, 07:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,909
Posted By mavcar38

Re: My WOT shift points are......

NOt to hijack this thread but my shifts are pretty weak as well in my 700R4. It downshifts from 3rd to 2nd and from 4 as well. If I am in second going about 20-25 mph shouldnt it downshift back to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-11-2010, 04:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,653
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Transgo shift kit in a 700R4

was it difficult to put in? any advice. Im looking at the one by pro-built automatics and it comes with the corvette servo. Mine just seems real sluggish. Also, can you guys give me the shift...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-11-2010, 08:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 459
Posted By mavcar38

Re: High Performance servo vs shiftkit

Scratch this guys, searching the threads better I found out I need both!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-11-2010, 08:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 459
Posted By mavcar38

High Performance servo vs shiftkit

I am mainly looking for a sharper firmer shift into second and 4th gear. I have an 89 iroc with a new 700R4. I was just told a nice servo that b&m makes will do this instead of putting a shift kit...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-11-2010, 07:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,653
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Transgo shift kit in a 700R4

Great man, I will call them. Thanks again.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-10-2010, 09:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,653
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Transgo shift kit in a 700R4

I appreciate the help. I dont have a lockup converter on mine. Will these still work?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-10-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,024
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 700r trans wont kick down?

Sounds like your TV cable. Mine wouldnt kick down either when I first got it back from the rebuild because the adjusted it wrong. Mine had way too much slack in it. There are many threads on here...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-10-2010, 06:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,653
Posted By mavcar38

Transgo shift kit in a 700R4

I have a 700r4 in an 89 iroc with 350 hp carb setup. Motor and trans have 600 miles on them. I know there are a lot of topics on transgo on here. Is there more than one trango shift kit sold for...
Forum: Electronics
12-15-2009, 09:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,031
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Strange problem, speakers, headlights, dome...etc

Alternator is brand new. I was going to disconnet cig lighter when I got home. I know the dome light, cig, hatch are on the same fuse but why would the headlights and dashlights not come on? My...
Forum: Electronics
12-15-2009, 08:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Need Help getting rid of some wires, pics inside.

Was this car originally a fuel injected/ECM controlled motor?
Forum: Electronics
12-14-2009, 09:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,031
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Strange problem, speakers, headlights, dome...etc

The wire from the alternator is connected to the relays. The car starts, runs and charges fine. I dont have an amp, I bought a wiring harness for the radio so it is connected to the harness. Maybe...
Forum: Electronics
12-14-2009, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,031
Posted By mavcar38

Strange problem, speakers, headlights, dome...etc

I have an 89 Iroc 5.7 carb. I was sitting in my driveway getting ready to leave and the radio speakers shut off. The radio still powers on, just no sound. The hatch switch, dome light, Headlights,...
Forum: Carburetors
12-11-2009, 05:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,104
Posted By mavcar38

Help, Pinging at Cruise at only 8 deg timing

Hey guys,
I have a brand new 350 crate motor at 350 hp. I have a holley 600 electric choke carb. Timing is set at 8 degrees advanced and I still have that annoying pinging at cruise. I may have...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 09:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 550
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 700r4 help

You have the same problem I do. I have that same slippage from 2-3. My tranny has just been rebuilt. I have 130 miles on it. Did you fix the problem. Please pm me to let me know what your results...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 09:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,398
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Transmission lockup question 700r4

Or you could just put a non-lockup converter on it. Thats what I did. You will just lose a couple hundred rpms in OD.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 08:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,341
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Transmission Mount Bolts

They are 3/8. Not sure on lenght....I want to say 1.5 inches as well. You think I would know since I just put mine in. I do know they are 3/8 though for sure!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 714
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Shifting problem

To my knowledge a 700R4 doesnt shift by vacumn or electrical connection. The electrical connection is for the lockup to engage in OD. 700R4 will shift on its own. I know if the TV cable is off...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 08:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 852
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Thanks Finishline Transmission 700R4

Where did you get the 700R4 from and how much did it run you. Just had mine rebuilt and I think I got the shaft!
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 07:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,786
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Rebuilt 700R4 Shifting Bad and Wont Kickdown(PLEASE HELP)

Ohhh, gotcha....When the weather clears Im going to try a couple more things....if it doesnt work then I will cut it and use your method...I hope it works!!! Do you remember how tight the cable was?...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 06:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,786
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Rebuilt 700R4 Shifting Bad and Wont Kickdown(PLEASE HELP)

Oh yeah, at one point I had the slider so far back it would come forward by the clicks...it just all shot forward at one time. How did you connect the cable if you cut the black connector off?
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 06:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,786
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Rebuilt 700R4 Shifting Bad and Wont Kickdown(PLEASE HELP)

Noreaster is a big *** storm....kind of like a tropical storm, just a little weaker. I saw the transfixleo method on here too. Im going to try that as well.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 06:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,786
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Rebuilt 700R4 Shifting Bad and Wont Kickdown(PLEASE HELP)

Duh me....forgot it was your buddies car. Sorry. I pushed it back pretty far...do you want it to go all the way back inside so you cant see it? Im going to try to mess with it friday or sat....we...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 05:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,786
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Rebuilt 700R4 Shifting Bad and Wont Kickdown(PLEASE HELP)

Do you have a picture of the cable stop or your setup. Ive looked on summit and jegs and cant find anything. Thanks again for the insight....Im praying it is just he tv cable causing this.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,786
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Rebuilt 700R4 Shifting Bad and Wont Kickdown(PLEASE HELP)

Once you guys pulled the slack out with the cable stop did you adjust the tv cable the way youre suppose to? How was the slider positioned when you took the slack out? Thanks....Im really...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-11-2009, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 13,786
Posted By mavcar38

Rebuilt 700R4 Shifting Bad and Wont Kickdown(PLEASE HELP)

I have an 89 Iroc that I put a new crate carb 350 in and had the tranny rebuilt. I have an Holley 600 Carb and have the appropriate Brackets and linkage connector. I have adjusted and readjusted...
Forum: Cooling
11-03-2009, 07:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,368
Posted By mavcar38

Ideal Cooling temp

I have a 89 Iroc with a new 350hp crate 350. It is carb. I have both fans coming on at the same time and a 160 thermostat. My fans come on about 180 and kick off at 165. Is this good or too low? ...
Forum: Carburetors
11-02-2009, 08:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 864
Posted By mavcar38

Re: Timing Question

Cool, thanks for the help. Im not the greatest at setting carbs up. Ive always had tpi prior to this. In the process of breaking the motor in now. One problem Im having is when the car is in...
Forum: Carburetors
10-29-2009, 08:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 864
Posted By mavcar38

Timing Question

I just fired up my new crate 350, 330 hp engine up yesterday. Im having some difficulty setting the timing. It has a holley 4brl electric choke carb, hei distributor. Mild cam. Plugs are gapped...
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-28-2009, 08:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 438
Posted By mavcar38

ECM CODES QUESTION

Can there be a problem with say for example the O2 Sensor but the ECM doesnt throw a code? Can this happen with other sensors too? Thanks much
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-28-2009, 07:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,590
Posted By mavcar38

Re: 89 Iroc 5.7 TPI ECM interchangable w/ 89 Vette 5.7 TPI?

Ok, thanks for the info guys
Forum: DFI and ECM
10-27-2009, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,590
Posted By mavcar38

89 Iroc 5.7 TPI ECM interchangable w/ 89 Vette 5.7 TPI?

Will an 89 Iroc 5.7 TPI ECM fit an 89 Corvette 5.7 TPI? Reason I am asking is because my dad is having problems with his Vette. We think it may be the ECM and I have an extra one from my 89 IROC. ...
Forum: Electronics
10-01-2009, 10:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 320
Posted By mavcar38

What are these wires???

I have an 89 Iroc 5.7 I have a new crate carb motor that I just put in. Everyone seems to say in regards to the harness you can rip it out and everything on the passenger side is not used. What is...
Forum: Engine Swap
10-01-2009, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 599
Posted By mavcar38

Wiring question for tpi to carb

I have an 89 Iroc 5.7 I have a new crate carb motor that I just put in. Everyone seems to say in regards to the harness you can rip it out and everything on the passenger side is not used. What is...
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