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Forum: Technology November 28th 10, 06:42 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 3
Views: 410
Posted By loadhawg
Symptoms of Mechanical Fuel Pump Failure

Working w/ an '84 Pontiac Firebird 2.8L V6 (w/ carb). Found fuel
leaking out the bottom of the fuel pump. Pulled it and replaced it. I
noticed a small hole on the back side of diaphragm. I think this...
Forum: Technology November 29th 09, 07:37 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 278
Posted By loadhawg
Factory Manual Contradiction: 1984 GM 2.8L E2S TPS Voltage .26 or .31???

Factory Contradiction: 84 E2SE TPS Voltage .26 or .31 ???

This is in regards to a 1984 FBody VIN code '1' 2.8L V6 non-HO engine.
Rochester E2SE Carb #17084632. This is an LC1 V6 107HP (it is NOT...
Forum: Technology October 6th 08, 04:26 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech,alt.autos.corvette,rec.autos.rod-n-custom
Replies: 1
Views: 187
Posted By loadhawg
Wagner Thermoquiet VS Hawk Ceramic Brake Pads?

I've narrowed down my selection to one of these 2 pads. Prices are
similar. Wagners are avail locally, Hawks are mail order. Any
recommendations or experiences with either?

I'm interested in...
Forum: Corvette October 6th 08, 04:26 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech,alt.autos.corvette,rec.autos.rod-n-custom
Replies: 1
Views: 352
Posted By loadhawg
Wagner Thermoquiet VS Hawk Ceramic Brake Pads?

I've narrowed down my selection to one of these 2 pads. Prices are
similar. Wagners are avail locally, Hawks are mail order. Any
recommendations or experiences with either?

I'm interested in...
Forum: Technology December 23rd 07, 03:21 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech, alt.autos.camaro.firebird
Replies: 1
Views: 443
Posted By loadhawg
Is (MC) Mixture Control Solenoid SEAL Available for Rochester Carb?

This is for a Rochester VaraJet E2SE (Not a QJet) # 17086432 in a 1984
GM 2.8L V6 (FBody). The carb # specific rebuild kit did not include
one (nor did other kits I looked at).

I'm looking for a...
Forum: Technology April 17th 07, 04:42 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By loadhawg
Diagnosing 700R4 (electronic) Torque Converter NOT locking up...

On Apr 16, 6:52 am, Steve Austin > wrote:
>
> Easy access with the pan off. Stay out of 4th with the converter not
> locking. The trans WILL overheat without the converter...
Forum: Technology April 15th 07, 10:43 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By loadhawg
Diagnosing 700R4 (electronic) Torque Converter NOT locking up...

On Apr 13, 7:40 am, Ray > wrote:
> The TC will only lock up if all of the following conditions are met:
> 2nd or 3rd gear.
> engine warmed up.
> speed > 25 MPH (or 35km/h I...
Forum: Technology April 13th 07, 04:34 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By loadhawg
Diagnosing 700R4 (electronic) Torque Converter NOT locking up...

My '84 GM F-Body 2.8L V6 w/ 700R4 as of yesterday didn't engage the TC
lock at cruise like it normally does. Basically as I'm cruising in 4th
I'm running an extra 500rpm or so. It is stock and has...
Forum: Technology March 4th 07, 07:43 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 0
Views: 496
Posted By loadhawg
88 Toyota 22RE - metallic 'ringing' sound at rpm/load

I'm getting a pronounced 'ringing' sounds for the lack of a more
descriptive word, in my '88 4Runner starting at 4300+rpm. It only does
it under load but can't reproduce it when parked. It almost...
Forum: Technology February 7th 07, 02:59 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 8
Views: 443
Posted By loadhawg
BEST RTV Sealant for sealing up oil leak between head/timing cover?

Need recommendations for a really good RTV sealant for sealing up oil
leak.

I've got a Nissan 4cyl OHC with the front timing cover 'sandwiched'
between the head and the oil pan. It's got a nasty...
Forum: Technology February 1st 07, 06:42 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By loadhawg
700R4 Ambient Temp Issue w/ holding 4th (OD) - Why?

Thanks. Yes I've counted the blinks on the engine light, no problems
there. I agree, the cost/effort is relatively insignificant and plan
on replacing the 2ndary temp sending unit if for no other...
Forum: Technology January 26th 07, 03:31 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By loadhawg
700R4 Ambient Temp Issue w/ holding 4th (OD) - Why?

Great insights here Bob - really appreciate it. It's 'roughly' a 500
rpm difference as it was 'hunting'. I need to figure out if my '84
(carbureted) V6 F-Body controls the TC electronically. While...
Forum: Technology January 26th 07, 03:27 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By loadhawg
700R4 Ambient Temp Issue w/ holding 4th (OD) - Why?

Thanks for all the responses. Yes it could very well be it what you and
Bob are referencing...

First let me say I know little about automatics as all of my many cars
have been manuals - this being...
Forum: Technology January 20th 07, 03:40 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By loadhawg
700R4 Ambient Temp Issue w/ holding 4th (OD) - Why?

On Jan 19, 1:21 pm, MT-2500 > wrote:
>
> Any external transmission oil coolers?

I'll need to check tomorrow - it is purely stock 84 Firebird w/ 2.8L
(Chevy) V6 if...
Forum: Technology January 19th 07, 06:42 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By loadhawg
700R4 Ambient Temp Issue w/ holding 4th (OD) - Why?

I've got an '84 Pontiac Firebird (130K) w/ a 700R4 overdrive automatic.
I noticed this once or twice last year and again the other day when it
dipped to about 30F locally. The transmission wouldn't...
Forum: Technology October 29th 06, 07:34 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 613
Posted By loadhawg
Which (economically priced) OBDII Scan Tool for occasional usage DIYer

These things seem to range in price from $30 to $3K! I have no idea
where to begin and am looking for some reasonably priced
recommendations. I figure I might use it once maybe every few years...
Forum: Technology October 8th 06, 02:12 AM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 2
Views: 420
Posted By loadhawg
How to Replace '80s GM Direction/Wiper/Washer/Cruise Stalk Switch?

This should cover many years of GMs in the mid 80s at the least but in
my case it's an '84 Pontiac with Cruise but NOT with intermittent or
'delay' wipers.

How do I replace the switch? Do I need to...
Forum: Technology October 4th 06, 02:27 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 11
Views: 776
Posted By loadhawg
How to Tow RWD MT Car with Car Dolly ?

Assuming a 350 mi 1-way trip...

I've always heard that the way to tow a car (with a car dolly) was to
disconnect the driveshaft at the rear axle. Given a solid rear axle and
a manual transmission...
Forum: Technology August 7th 06, 02:22 PM Posted to rec.autos.tech
Replies: 3
Views: 343
Posted By loadhawg
Plastic Radiator: Repair or Replace?

1 Generally speaking: Is it standard practice to replace a plastic
tanked radiator or do radiator shops repair these? Say for new cores
etc... I'm kinda thinking in terms of old copper or brass...
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