Thirdgen Tech "How To" Videos
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Re: Thirdgen Tech "How To" Videos
i have to replace my driver side door pin... my door isn't shutting right.. i'll get to that right after i fix my gauge cluster, and my hatch popper just stopped working today too... vid for any helpful door tips would be awesome
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What's always been bugging me is how to change the engine's oil pan gasket when you don't have an engine hoist.
In which spots can you jack up the engine to get the necessary clearance between pan and k-member?
In which spots can you jack up the engine to get the necessary clearance between pan and k-member?
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door pin ill keep in mind ... troubleshooting the trunk motor sounds like a vid i can do soon...
to get more clearance for the engine pan..you can rig a bar up on the strut mounts..OTC makes an engine holder where they do exactly that..take the mounts off, jack up the engine..and hold it in place with the strut tower bar...It will be tough to put a video together for this one..but i'll try
to get more clearance for the engine pan..you can rig a bar up on the strut mounts..OTC makes an engine holder where they do exactly that..take the mounts off, jack up the engine..and hold it in place with the strut tower bar...It will be tough to put a video together for this one..but i'll try
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^how to install headers / header gaskets on a thirdgen..
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I also do regular cars....
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^ Can be applied to thirdgens ( How To Bleed Your Brakes Procedure )
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Can use an offset wrench on the bleeder for the drums..ground effects i need to take a look when i get ome
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I've been watching some vids lately and I don't know if you have already made one but if not can toy do one on how to remove the ground effects under the door I don't want to experiment and break mine lol and thanks nice channel by the way
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I tried a couple of offset wrenches, but it seems they're always too thick for the little clearance around the bleeder screw. Don't you guys have the same issue?
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You can use a socket if need be to loosen it and then an open end wrench to open/close it as needed to bleed. Be careful though not to round it over.
I have something similar to this and it comes in handy for bleeding and also works for some batteries too. Kind of a go to tool that I keep handy. (IIRC, I spent less than $10 for mine.)
I have something similar to this and it comes in handy for bleeding and also works for some batteries too. Kind of a go to tool that I keep handy. (IIRC, I spent less than $10 for mine.)
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Thanks guys! Been very busy with customer cars lately..and yes ive been taking videos of those too
.. I have a few thirdgen electrical how - to videos in line also..ive been getting a ton of requests..so my apologies if i dont get to urs..thanks for watching !!
.. I have a few thirdgen electrical how - to videos in line also..ive been getting a ton of requests..so my apologies if i dont get to urs..thanks for watching !! Joined: Mar 2011
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Thank u guys..dont forget to subscribe
I had a customers car here the other day and he had no heat..it was a thirdgen..i threw the below video together as a quicktip in troubleshooting a no heat condition...
I had a customers car here the other day and he had no heat..it was a thirdgen..i threw the below video together as a quicktip in troubleshooting a no heat condition...
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Re: Thirdgen Tech "How To" Videos
Great vids!
-How about the dreaded "How to repair your lose tilt steering column"….common Thirdgen issue. Not too bad, but not fun either...
-How about the dreaded "How to repair your lose tilt steering column"….common Thirdgen issue. Not too bad, but not fun either...
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yeah I have a simmilar problem, but mine isnt loose on the tilt, but has lots of extra play when turning i would like to get rid of that play so my serring wheel is tight and as soon as i turn the wheel my tires turn I hate having a 4inch tire delay
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Reinstalling them is almost the opposite of removing them. You can either use studs to attach them or use supplied mounting screws and nuts. Just make sure to use some Loctite on the threads and tighten them real good.
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^ What he said lol
I actually have a loose steering column on my Camaro and I have a good column. I will change the collar from the good one over to the bad one..i will explain it all in detail..
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tons more thirdgen videos to come!!
I actually have a loose steering column on my Camaro and I have a good column. I will change the collar from the good one over to the bad one..i will explain it all in detail..
Don't forget to subscribe!
tons more thirdgen videos to come!!
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Video s updated!
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I also have a video on how to replace the heater blower motor..by request
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Bump..working on more videos..stay tuned
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nice videos !
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Oh Crap I didn't know this was common my car has the lose steering tilt adjustment too!!!! I figured it was just a loose bolt some where in the column. What is it and how hard to fix? Any video on this yet?
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There is a collar inside the steering column that wears out...
Here is how to install super bright Oracle LED headlights on a thirdgen...
Here is how to install super bright Oracle LED headlights on a thirdgen...
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^ its on the "to do" list...
Here is a quickfix on those pesky thirdgen vents that keep moving around...
Here is a quickfix on those pesky thirdgen vents that keep moving around...
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so I have to ask...is there monetary compensation you are receiving for these?
I have been seeing your videos pop up on my local craigslist, and I'm pretty sure you don't live near me
I have been seeing your videos pop up on my local craigslist, and I'm pretty sure you don't live near me
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Can you do a vid showing vacuum line replacement on the 350 tpi? I cant figure out where the other ends go. previous owner removed them and put rubber caps on.
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Re: Thirdgen Tech "How To" Videos
There is a collar inside the steering column that wears out...
Here is how to install super bright Oracle LED headlights on a thirdgen...
Oracle LED Headlight Installation - How To Wire - YouTube
Here is how to install super bright Oracle LED headlights on a thirdgen...
Oracle LED Headlight Installation - How To Wire - YouTube
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How to read and understand automotive Electrical wiring diagram schematics
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