Wasn't sure where to post this, but...Can I use a later year service manual (say 91 or 92) to get the crux of the repair tips for my 88? I've been searching ebay but there are few 88s and I'm not paying $95 to get one from Helms. Would I be OK with a later year manual?

Kevin

 

i've got a chilton's ´82-´92 firebird general maintenance manual deliverd to finland. cost about $50...

i don't know if it's any good... it has been usefull up untill now and backs up alot you read here...

 

correction to above... it covers:
general information and maintanance
engine performance and tune-up
engine and engine overhaul
emmission contors
fuel system
chasis electrical
drive train
suspention and steering
brakes
body
and has a nice glossary

for all 3rdgen firebirds.....

 

I have Chilton and Haynes, but I want a shop manual to add to my collection. Knowlege is power and you can never have too much reading material for when you're on the hopper. There are unique little tidbits in each one and I wanted to have the full set. So, again, are the later year service manuals interchangeable with an 88? The cars were basically the same (mechanically) with different ground effects, no?

Kevin

 

The biggest difference will be engine management: MAF vs. MAP. Second biggest will be wiring. After that I believe most everything else is the same.

RBob.