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Forum: THE LOBBY 01-20-2024, 04:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,240
Posted By wheels
The dealers mechanic could be using a pump from a...

The dealers mechanic could be using a pump from a large barrel and over filling by accident. Plus they may never check the oil level....maybe going by the gauge on the oil barrel.

Over filling...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 01-17-2024, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 619
Posted By wheels
I have this seal for my restoration....still soft...

I have this seal for my restoration....still soft and flexible like new. When installed it does help with keeping air from getting past, but also helps to keep the shaker from turning. Without that...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-07-2024, 02:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,498
Posted By wheels
They're listing this as a Special Edition. ????? ...

They're listing this as a Special Edition. ?????

https://www.mecum.com/lots/1110339/1978-pontiac-trans-am-se/?aa_id=552810-0
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-11-2023, 04:59 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 12,585
Posted By wheels
My bad

My bad.....Wasn't paying attention. Carry on.
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-02-2023, 08:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,539
Posted By wheels
B and R Radiator 1015 W 53rd St N Wichita,...

B and R Radiator
1015 W 53rd St N
Wichita, Kansas 67204
316-838-8497

Their sign says "Great place to take a leak".

In business for 54 years. Run by family.

They have repaired and cleaned...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-29-2023, 08:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 904
Posted By wheels
Mine is a Van Nuys build. I haven't found...

Mine is a Van Nuys build.

I haven't found the original decal that came off the air cleaner. Not sure if I tossed it after getting the repro one or if a gust of wind blew it away and it's trash.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-28-2023, 11:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 904
Posted By wheels
The parts catalog files I have show 8997017 to be...

The parts catalog files I have show 8997017 to be used on 78-79 400 W72 optioned Trans Ams. Group 3.402

Box 53 on my build sheet confirms the PJ.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-27-2023, 10:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 904
Posted By wheels
Yes, my original for the 78 is what they list for...

Yes, my original for the 78 is what they list for the 79. I'll see if I can find the original.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-27-2023, 09:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 904
Posted By wheels
The original one that came on my Y88 400 W72 4...

The original one that came on my Y88 400 W72 4 Speed is the one you've posted. Here is a reproduction of the original.
Forum: THE LOBBY 11-18-2023, 07:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,106
Posted By wheels
Beautiful Trans Am. I'm restoring my Y88 now. ...

Beautiful Trans Am. I'm restoring my Y88 now. Hope to be finished by 2024 Nats

Congrats on the find.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-13-2023, 09:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,766
Posted By wheels
Not sure. Edit: If the code is B84 then...

Not sure.

Edit: If the code is B84 then no....it wasn't optioned on the build sheet.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-13-2023, 09:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,766
Posted By wheels
Are they listed on the build sheet? If so, what...

Are they listed on the build sheet? If so, what box?

Edit: Checking build sheet now
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-13-2023, 09:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,766
Posted By wheels
These are the riveted type that came with the Y88...

These are the riveted type that came with the Y88 I own.

The door pieces were missing.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-06-2023, 08:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
The white and green hoses are from Ames. The...

The white and green hoses are from Ames. The yellow one is the original from my TA.

I don't have any other manufacturers hoses to compare but they look good. I tried rubbing off the paint on the...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 11-01-2023, 12:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
I agree.......I don't remember seeing any metal...

I agree.......I don't remember seeing any metal tees on any of the TAs I've owned.

I'm going to search for a replacement for the metal one.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-30-2023, 10:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
From the research I've done.......Ames is closer...

From the research I've done.......Ames is closer to the original match than Inline Tube. I'm going to buy the Ames striped hoses in the next day or so and when they arrive I'll post the results.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-29-2023, 07:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
Sounds great. I'll pm you some information.

Sounds great. I'll pm you some information.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-29-2023, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 723
Posted By wheels
The top one is correct. This is out of my...

The top one is correct.

This is out of my 1978 Y88 4 speed.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-29-2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
The striped hoses I'm going to get from AMES. ...

The striped hoses I'm going to get from AMES.

Have you seen any of the vacuum runs that have the "reducer"?

I have a lot of pics before I tore all this down but I don't seem to have a pic of...
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts FOR SALE 10-29-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 200
Posted By wheels
Where is "Here"?

Where is "Here"?
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-29-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
Any help on the vacuum hose reducer location?

Any help on the vacuum hose reducer location?
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-16-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
Another vacuum hose connector question: ...

Another vacuum hose connector question:

There is a vacuum hose reducer in one of the runs. What does it connect to?
I haven't seen this reducer in any of the vacuum hose diagrams.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 10-16-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 895
Posted By wheels
Vacuum hose fittings/connectors

Restoring a 1978 Y88 4 speed.

While waiting on the engine to get rebuilt......one of the things I am working on is replacing all of the vacuum hoses.

There are two sections that use a tee. ...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 09-14-2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 483
Views: 55,646
Posted By wheels
Just ordered Solar Gold.....Thanks James.

Just ordered Solar Gold.....Thanks James.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 02-25-2023, 04:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 867
Posted By wheels
I only have the PHS for the 78. After some...

I only have the PHS for the 78.

After some researching there is evidence that 79 used the same number, 1102854, and also 1102908.

I read where someone with 1979 TA, had 1102908. Supposed to...
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