http://www.FBody.com/ FBody.com 12gen live feed en-us Copyright FBody.com jhogan@txstock.com http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19679 has anyone installed a holley xfi fuel injection system on there pontiac yet? i can t giving me much help -- 76 formula yellow/black ramair hood 400 poncho punched.030 street/strip built m38 trans conveted rear end to a 4wdb 3.23posi 2009-11-15 01:25:38 76formula 1 36 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19679#19680 -1-1--2009 3: 0:1: PM dan http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19678 sorry moved to correct section... -- http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3351885 I know its a 6er, but hey, id rather drive a 6er than a 4banger! [ Edited on 08/25/2009 @ 17:14:54 ] 2009-08-25 17:14:54 cubx 0 129 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19678#19678 -0-8--2009 13: 1:7: PM cubx http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18288 Hey folks. I ll normally be using a 200 shot at the track and driving the car to and from the track and car shows up to an hour away, will the tranny take a 350 shot? I may do that if I have a big race since the engine is built to take it. Will definately NOT be the norm though. THANKS for any and all critiques and comments you guys can give. -- Brothers 94 Camaro img://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/556000-556999/556387_29.jpg img://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/ 2009-08-20 14:44:41 Airbornec507 11 1422 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18288#19677 -0-8--2009 8: 1:4: PM hbmtexas http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19646 An aquaintance offered to sell me his 1979 10th anniversary Trans Am which he had bought from a guy he knew needing money. I looked this up on the NADA site and was quite surprised at what I saw. It is one of few 400cid 4 speed cars out there. It is not numbers matching because the original 400 is gone and naother 400 put in place. It also needs some work but it runs and drives. Some of the original interior door pannels and consol are missing and were replaced with non T/A pannels. The leath 2009-08-16 20:43:40 Gearz52 3 390 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19646#19676 -0-8--2009 4: 2:0: PM Gearz52 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19652 I t know the mechanics of out of state sales and not really inclined to give ebay any more money. Really looking for a show or club venue to give it exposure to folks that will really appreciate it. Some pictures http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v95/rayra/firebird/fbproperht.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v95/rayra/firebird/0-160mph.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v95/rayra/firebird/fbsticker.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v95/rayra/firebird/fbirdsusprebuilt.jpg http://img 2009-07-31 11:38:46 rayra 2 341 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19652#19675 -0-7--2009 19: 1:1: PM SG http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19659 I still have my first car, a 78 Firebird formula undergoing a resto. It originally came with a 305 small block chevy, which I replaced with a 350, but I am looking to upgrade to a 383 stroker and was wondering about hood clearance. I pulled the drivetrain a few years ago, and was wondering about hood clearance with Edelbrock intakes and Holley carbs. I would like to put an RPM Air-Gap intake on, but am wondering if anyone has run this setup w/ an aftermarket air-cleaner and been able to shut th 2009-07-17 21:29:25 98transamws6 5 332 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19659#19674 -0-7--2009 5: 2:1: PM 98transamws6 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19672 I want to remove the molding around my rear window. DO you need a special tool to do this or just a generic soft plastic molding tool to pop it off????? Any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks I have a 78 firebird. Bob 2009-07-08 08:44:05 blacknight 0 160 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19672#19672 -0-7--2009 8: 0:8: AM blacknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19667 Everything on my 76 T/A works, except the headlights. i have checked all the wiring, and the lights, and it is all good...any other ideas?...thanks 2009-06-23 12:32:13 tjones76ta 2 222 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19667#19671 -0-6--2009 11: 1:2: PM tjones76ta http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19669 Black vinyl (not rubber) boot goes on the booster bracket that attaches to firewall and is held on with two convex dimples at the rear of the vacuum chamber. It slides over the pushrod and is secured by an R-type snap clip where it enters the firewall. Mine is in pieces. Probably the same for 1970-1981 and other GM as well. HELP! Trying to find out if anyone is reproducing or has good used they can sell me. 2009-06-14 11:41:31 Firebird6 1 184 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19669#19670 -0-6--2009 2: 1:1: PM firebird455 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19662 I am a first time camaro owner. i have a 1980 berlinetta hard top and i want to convert it to t-tops....any sugestions 2009-04-22 18:02:12 Shad0sofHatr3d 1 321 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19662#19663 -0-4--2009 10: 1:8: PM lt1z350 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19661 Dear camaro onwers in the Virginia BEach Area With the offical release date of MAY 6th just around the corner, A few of the Chevrolet. dealerships are planning some events for this long awaited day. If you own ANY year camaro from 1967 to 2002. They would like you to display your camaro at their dealership. Also in the works is a camaro cruisin from the ocean front to the dealership then have a camaro car show their. Only resigtered camaro onwers for this event will have a chance to be te 1 2009-04-17 04:30:05 custom92 0 234 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19661#19661 -0-4--2009 5: 0:4: PM custom92 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19658 the left rear unibody is rotted on my 1980 firebird very close to the leaf spring bracket. are there aftermarket parts for this problem. if so can some one please tell me where or the best way to fix this problem..(the rest of the car is pretty good) 2009-04-14 19:59:51 80firebirdnut 1 297 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19658#19660 -0-4--2009 2: 1:9: PM 80firebirdnut http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19573 I once came across a website that had fiberglass wheel wells for a 78 pontiac firebird. I cant seem to find the site, I was wondering if anyone knew anywhere to get them??? thanks Bob 2009-04-09 08:56:50 blacknight 2 708 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19573#19657 -0-4--2009 9: 0:8: AM blacknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19651 For power steering what is a better ratio--12:7:1, 14:1, 16:1 which one has less turns from lock to lock? I have a 78 with a stock variable ratio one now, I was looking to upgrade to a tighter one. any input anyone has would be greatly appreciated. thanks for your help BOB [ Edited on 03/14/2009 @ 17:59:33 ] 2009-03-25 13:18:26 blacknight 1 304 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19651#19654 -0-3--2009 13: 1:3: PM blacknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19650 Hi, does anyone know of a kit I could buy to convert my turbo 350 AT to a manual (4 or 5 speed)? I re way to expensive. any suggestions? btw, I have a 1970 camaro with a 350. Thanks 2009-03-12 15:05:18 bains 0 355 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19650#19650 -0-3--2009 12: 1:5: PM bains http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19647 I wheel on my 2nd Gen. WS6 equipped Firebird. What is the largest size tire that will fit without rubbing/interference?? 2009-03-06 00:59:10 RUWILDE 1 357 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19647#19649 -0-3--2009 6: 0:0: AM fast82Z http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19645 Has anyone used Elbach lowering springs on the front of a 2nd gen TA. How much do they really lower the front, how is the ride and handling after you put them in, better? Would you do it again. Thanks -- I am the original owner of my 77 TA. It now has a 462, Borg Warner Super T10 and Chrysler 8 3/4 rear end with 4.10 gears. Best Et 12.35 at 114 MPH. Still street driven. 2009-02-08 08:23:11 gunspeed77 0 348 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19645#19645 -0-2--2009 8: 0:8: AM gunspeed77 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19566 on a 78 firebird with a 305 chevy how can I tell which rocker arms belong to intake and exhaust? **I was once told the rockers closer to the manifold are intakes, but they are in a straight line on my car, so I cant tell. any help will be grateful. thanks for your help BOB 2009-01-27 15:33:49 blacknight 2 713 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19566#19644 -0-1--2009 15: 1:5: PM needaTA http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19608 Thank you for your help. My wif eand I just purchased an . What do these reference to, or where can I find out? 2) Any suggestions on where to find reference material/technical info/general 2nd Generation Fbody knowledge would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again, JLH 2009-01-24 14:43:15 phizkig 5 561 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19608#19643 -0-1--2009 12: 1:4: PM IwannaFirebird http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19623 besides shortening driveshaft what headaches do i get? mike 2009-01-08 16:59:09 surfdiver 6 497 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19623#19639 -0-1--2009 8: 1:6: AM dan http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19629 I have a 78 firebird with a stock 305 2 questions for you guys. 1. are the stock push-rods equal in length(exhaust and intake)? are they 5/16 or 3/8?? 2. If I buy hardened push-rods, do I need guide plates since they are built in the cast iron head??? thank for your help bob 2008-12-24 19:41:37 blacknight 1 412 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19629#19635 -1-2--2008 12: 1:9: PM GOATS2QUICK http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19506 Anybody put in gm 8.1 big block in a camaro. just wondering if it can be done. thinking about trying it in my 72 camaro 2008-12-02 17:25:39 dzilman1 3 902 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19506#19534 -1-2--2008 2: 1:7: AM 95BandiTA http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18338 I understand that many of the Pontiac D-port heads are interchangable. I have a 1971 455 motor out of a Bonniville with the D-port heads. What heads can I use and what heads can I not use? I don`t remember my casting #`s but can find out real quick.But are there any restrictions as far as the heads? Tanks, Tony 2008-11-09 09:41:10 winehippy 19 3611 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18338#19627 -1-1--2008 9: 0:9: AM max69 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19621 Since I don 2008-10-13 18:27:46 fastfb350 1 625 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19621#19622 -1-0--2008 1: 1:8: PM fastfb350 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19615 At a stop, my brake pedal went to the floor and the brake light went on in my t mention it. Thanks! 2008-09-17 09:13:22 rrj78ta 2 476 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19615#19620 -0-9--2008 5: 0:9: PM blacknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19614 another question for you guys what kid on engine mounts do I have?? I have a 78 firebird with a 305 chevy, does it take short, tall, or camshell engine mounts?? 2008-09-17 09:10:00 blacknight 1 500 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19614#19619 -0-9--2008 5: 0:9: PM blacknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19617 Hello To all. I don but there has been a growing feeling that 3rd gens do not get any coverage in the magazine. the Editor wrote in his defense that there are not enough 3rd gens worth to be place in his magazine. I disagree! The internet has plenty so I will start here. So with that being said I have decided to start my own #rd gen camaro magazine. It will have other gen camaros as well but mainly be about 3rd gens. I will seek Advertisers that have parts for camaros etc. and 3rd gen s 2008-09-15 12:41:52 REDREIGN 0 491 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19617#19617 -0-9--2008 3: 1:2: PM REDREIGN http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19616 Hello To all. I don but there has been a growing feeling that 3rd gens do not get any coverage in the magazine. the Editor wrote in his defense that there are not enough 3rd gens worth to be place in his magazine. I disagree! The internet has plenty so I will start here. So with that being said I have decided to start my own #rd gen camaro magazine. It will have other gen camaros as well but mainly be about 3rd gens. I will seek Advertisers that have parts for camaros etc. and 3rd gen s 2008-09-15 12:41:01 REDREIGN 0 463 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19616#19616 -0-9--2008 3: 1:2: PM REDREIGN http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19609 what is a good reading for a compression check on a engine?? what is a good, ok, and bad reading?? I have a 78 firebird with a 305 chevy thank you -Bob 2008-09-03 16:11:16 blacknight 4 534 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19609#19613 -0-9--2008 3: 1:6: AM blacknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19605 please direct me in purchasing a 1993 fuel/rail lt1. thanks. 2008-08-17 19:28:21 troyrhomeo 2 466 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19605#19607 -0-8--2008 5: 1:9: PM troyrhomeo http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19543 this is what happened. i was givin this car in running shape but i had no key so it sat in my yard for five years covered, but in the dirt. i now realize this was dumb. my floor pan rotted right out of the car. my first time turning over the engine after sitting for 13 years, my reliable 350, started right up and runs great. but my floor and roof have started rotting. where can i buy a floor pan that can be installed w/o tearing the whole car apart? Any info on this subject will be helpful. 2008-08-04 23:58:26 Pathouston 1 650 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19543#19604 -0-8--2008 4: 2:3: AM jonsey http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19603 I might sell a COMPLETE LT-1 setup which is in my 67 camaro, only thing you will have to buy is antifreeze. Runs strong, no smoke, no knocks, great milage! EFI works perfect. Selling from motor to 3.73 12 bolt, new factory exhaust, everything!! 700R-4 convertion kit, to big of list to type, all the hard work and head sctaching is done, just bolt in. I might go electric, so everthing must be sold as package. Still in car, can take for ride, not rushing into anything, serious only. 2008-07-04 09:32:14 speff 0 649 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19603#19603 -0-7--2008 4: 0:9: AM speff http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19600 first off I have a 78 pontiac firebird with power brakes I have been doing some research for some brake upgrades and i came across something I am not sure of. when looking to buy master cylinders, most of them have a few options for the bore size, like 3/4, 7/8, 1, 1 1/16. that does the bore size mean??? and what difference do the sizes mean???? thanks for you help -Bob 2008-07-01 04:37:41 blacknight 1 578 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19600#19602 -0-7--2008 1: 0:4: AM IwannaFirebird http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19592 hey does anyone know where i can get those huge holley throttle bodies that come out of the hood i have a 455 trans am and i wanna put one on it. send links if u can thanks -- HAVE YOU SEEN THE NEW SPEED LIMIT SIGNS? MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT ------65 MILES PER HR. FORDS DO THE BEST YOU CAN 2008-06-23 12:46:20 shadowhawk720 1 671 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19592#19601 -0-6--2008 11: 1:2: PM Lukn4Trbl http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18571 I ll be looking for a car and an engine. Thanks! Please respond! 2008-06-06 17:30:59 Alptraum 14 4194 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18571#19599 -0-6--2008 6: 1:7: AM DeDstorage