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=19596 well instead of bein smart about it, i bought a chrome alternator for my 79 camaro, the plug is completely different on it, can anyone tell me where i can pick up a square style plug? my car has this thin rectangular plug 2008-05-12 16:16:49 deetz 0 13 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19596#19596 -0-5--2008 12: 1:6: PM deetz http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19594 Hey I ve got a 74 Formula 455 and want to swap from the turbo 400 to a 4 speed. Any suggestions or help? Thanks! 2008-04-29 17:28:34 Mitch455 1 52 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19594#19595 -0-4--2008 17: 1:7: PM dan http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18893 Hello. First time here, so yay. I am looking at buying a 1979 Firebird, with a 301. A few questions I have... Would the tranny be a Turbo350? If I wanted to plop a bigger block (383, 400 type deal), would I need to consider a 400 transmission? Are manifolds the same as the chevy small blocks, and will headers for a 350 work on the 301? The dual exhaust I ve seen on some Trans Ams, with the two pips going down on each side...is that specific to any certain year? Thanks a bunch, 2008-04-29 14:30:17 BMM 11 2847 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18893#19593 -0-4--2008 17: 1:4: PM Mitch455 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 2008-04-28 20:32:29 shadowhawk720 0 37 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19592#19592 -0-4--2008 16: 2:0: PM shadowhawk720 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19589 hey, im about to buy a 1981 trans am with the 455 engine in it, only problem is the engine is seized so i was wondering if any of you knew how to unseize the engine with steps that i could do by myself or if i would have to get it professionally done and how much it would cost, thanks. -- HAVE YOU SEEN THE NEW SPEED LIMIT SIGNS? MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT ------65 MILES PER HR. FORDS DO THE BEST YOU CAN 2008-04-28 18:27:15 shadowhawk720 2 49 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19589#19591 -0-4--2008 16: 1:8: PM shadowhawk720 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19578 I need to replace the shocks on my 69 firebird. Struggling with figuring out how much I really want to spend since the car sits in the garage for extended periods of time. Anyone got any good recommendations for shocks? Thanks. 2008-04-27 18:05:16 DaGoldenBird 1 63 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19578#19588 -0-4--2008 15: 1:8: PM lt4weeda http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19579 Howdy all, I ers to say Hi! -- ~ JT ~ 1980 Firebird Formula 2008-04-27 17:57:27 JTFormula 2 75 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19579#19587 -0-4--2008 15: 1:7: PM lt4weeda http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19585 does anyone know if a 400 will bolt up to the 301 mounts in the car or do they have to be moved ? 2008-04-27 02:47:52 81bandit 1 45 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19585#19586 -0-4--2008 15: 0:2: PM dan http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19582 Anybody using this? what are the goods vs the bads? I d just like to get some input before shelling out $2600 bucks and beating my floor into submission. 2008-04-24 12:05:32 smokeyman66 1 53 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19582#19584 -0-4--2008 12: 1:2: PM fast82Z http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19512 anyone know where I can find a left fender for my trans am for a reasonable amount of money? the reproductions are a little bit pricey. 2008-04-23 23:33:22 79fireterd 3 201 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19512#19583 -0-4--2008 11: 2:3: PM imprtkillr2810 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19200 Howdy folks. Just found the forums and decided to join up. Car wise, 1968 Firebird. Love it to death. My question is.. How difficult and what all would have to be torn out of the way ( Taken apart/removed ) to do a rewire of the car? Car needs a little attention and I am planning to tear it down and rewire it later this year. Thanks ahead of time for any information you guys can provide. 2008-04-08 20:22:17 Andy04180 3 485 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19200#19577 -0-4--2008 8: 2:0: AM lt4weeda http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19576 I m trying to locate this 1977 Camaro: 1Q87L7L569307. It is a brown base Camaro w/ a 350. Last I have been able to track it, it was sold to a person in NY. That was several years, so could be anywhere..... I would appreciate any help in locating it.... 2008-04-06 15:51:52 gymz 0 90 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19576#19576 -0-4--2008 6: 1:5: AM gymz http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19575 Anyone have record of where the placement of all the decals within the engine compartment and the truck are positioned or should be located? I have a 1969 Pace Car Convertible. (True Z11 Car) 396 4-speed car that has been 100% restored and need to finish restoration by placing decals. Help 2008-04-04 17:39:42 69pacer 0 73 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19575#19575 -0-4--2008 4: 1:7: AM 69pacer http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19574 I have a 79 t/a, what carb can I use in order to keep the shaker hood functional? Is the factory q-jet the only way to do this? Ive heard of guys using edelbrock carbs? I appreciate any info 2008-04-02 20:08:04 79fireterd 0 67 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19574#19574 -0-4--2008 2: 2:0: AM 79fireterd 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 2008-04-02 14:11:56 blacknight 0 60 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19573#19573 -0-4--2008 2: 1:4: AM blacknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19564 I was wondering if there were any conversion kits to switch a 79 firebird from a automatic to a manual transmission? -- 79 Firebird Formula, Pontiac 400 TH350 3.55 rear end gears. Under Going Restoration, finishing welding new floors 2008-03-27 00:11:13 Quikerstop 1 127 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19564#19572 -0-3--2008 15: 0:0: PM IwannaFirebird http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19568 Hello, new to your forum and had a question. The knowledge here seems endless so I thought I would ask the experts. I am in the process of doing a t bolt up to a Pontiac, I am also nervous about the spacing that would be created by using an adapter plate. I am also open to suggestion for the rear end gears. I would like to keep the original 10 bolt pumpkin for asthetic reasons. Thanks in advance. 2008-03-22 08:56:04 smokeyman66 3 103 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19568#19571 -0-3--2008 10: 0:8: PM fast82Z 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 2008-03-20 11:30:47 blacknight 1 89 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19566#19567 -0-3--2008 8: 1:1: PM fast82Z http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19563 I have a 78 firebird with a 305 chevy and I have a ignition problem. I need to know which side has the number one cylinder??? if i am looking at the front of the engine by the radiator, is it the brake booster side or is it the heater-core side???? thanks for you help Bob 2008-03-15 21:06:51 blacknight 1 91 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19563#19565 -0-3--2008 3: 2:1: PM fast82Z http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19384 im looking for information on which subframe connectors are best for a 79 ta. 455 olds motor 400 trans. im looking forward to puting together an introduction post but i dont have anything arranged at this time for pics and things .. but i will soon. 2008-03-09 13:21:24 fbodyguy 6 470 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19384#19562 -0-3--2008 9: 1:3: AM dragracer56 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19464 I was thinking about selling my 71 camaro, its running but its ragged out and needs a total resto. How much do you think i would get for it? Thanks. -- 1986 Firebird 305,4bbl Edelbrock,w/5sp 1982 Z28 Pace car, img://myspace-061.vo.llnwd.net/01308/16/02/1308692061_m.jpg img://myspace-355.vo.llnwd.net/01309/55/38/1309628355_m.jpg 2008-03-06 13:51:35 Bruzer 6 430 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19464#19560 -0-3--2008 6: 1:3: AM nolo325 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19536 I have everything out of 96 camaro. Anybody use the pedals out of the doner without buying a conversion kit??? 2008-03-06 03:13:05 jeff73 1 173 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19536#19557 -0-3--2008 6: 0:3: AM nolo325 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19552 Would anyone happen to know the gap size between the door and the quarter panel? Someone welded my striker on and I think they messed up cuz the gap is huge. Its for a 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula -- 79 Firebird Formula, Pontiac 400 TH350 3.55 rear end gears. [ Edited on 03/03/2008 @ 10:55:18 ] 2008-03-04 00:33:02 Quikerstop 1 98 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19552#19556 -0-3--2008 4: 0:0: AM littlegto16 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18571 I ll be looking for a car and an engine. Thanks! Please respond! 2008-03-04 00:11:39 Alptraum 13 2438 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18571#19555 -0-3--2008 4: 0:0: AM cdrohm http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18245 my frind has a 73 camaro and we are putting in a 475hp 383ci with a th350 and trans brake and it will see N2O.that is the reason we are looking for weldin subframe connectors but the connectors we see all say you need to move the front spring location (that is the competition engineering connectors) we do not want to do that. we dont mind the connectors going through the floorpans just dont want to relocate any thing. does anyone know of any that will work -- img://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a37/ 2008-03-03 08:41:18 Nick97TA 8 1038 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=18245#19551 -0-3--2008 3: 0:8: AM IwannaFirebird http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19481 any one know what all it will involve? also have a 3.73 posi disk brake rear from the trans am for sale. 2008-02-27 16:10:28 poweredbyFord 3 232 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19481#19550 -0-2--2008 15: 1:6: PM poweredbyFord http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19510 side pipes are cool and face it you know you want it so give in and do it i am -- 81 firebird TA 350 bored 50 over sleeved th350 and dual glasspacks love it cause its mine dbgtwill1 2008-02-27 14:32:50 dbgtwill1 4 264 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19510#19547 -0-2--2008 15: 1:4: PM TAKERRY http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19539 I have a 10 bolt 8.5 posi rear end with a bastard u joint. It leaks at the yoke...I have replaced the seal but no good...it still leaks....any ideas? 2008-02-27 14:31:14 pappy1967 2 128 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19539#19546 -0-2--2008 15: 1:4: PM TAKERRY http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19544 My freshly rebuilt engine is leaking/spraying oil from rear main. Oil pan is tight. I ve heard that excessive crank case pressure can cause this. Any ideas??? 2008-02-27 00:59:45 RUWILDE 1 86 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19544#19545 -0-2--2008 15: 0:0: PM littlegto16 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. 2008-02-25 22:04:54 Pathouston 0 78 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19543#19543 -0-2--2008 13: 2:2: PM Pathouston http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19540 Hi guys, I was measuring the rear fenderwell clearances on my 1968 firebird to decide for a wheel spacer and noticed that the right wheel sticks out about an inch more towards the fender lip than the left wheel. Also noticed that the right wheel is sitting more towards the rear of the vehicle and the left wheel more towards the front... Has anyone heard of a such misalignment situation? It could just be the rear fender sheet metal, but I don drop) * Bilstein shocks * Hotchkis rear sway bar 2008-02-22 11:21:47 knafel 1 110 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19540#19541 -0-2--2008 10: 1:1: PM Lukn4Trbl http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19523 Anybody know what a New NOS GM 9794041 [ T ]pontiac ram air IV cam would be going for, I have one in the gm tube,new never used, I haven t seen another to compare,thanx , Duane 2008-02-18 07:48:53 nysdarknight 3 208 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19523#19538 -0-2--2008 6: 0:7: PM nysdarknight http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19433 Hi all!! I just found the board and this is my first post. I s experience with suspension squeeks when using polyurethane? Thanks in advance. 2008-01-31 20:09:36 ChevyFanForLife 2 356 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19433#19535 -0-1--2008 19: 2:0: PM 79TAman 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 2008-01-31 04:51:22 dzilman1 3 255 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19506#19534 -0-1--2008 19: 0:4: PM 95BandiTA http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19521 Will 4th gen seats fit in a 90? [ Edited on 01/06/2008 @ 15:26:31 ] 2008-01-26 23:18:26 lt1uover 1 161 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/12gen/read.cgi?msgid=19521#19531 -0-1--2008 14: 2:3: PM redz28