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Forum: 2008 East Coast F-Body Nationals 08-09-2008, 10:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 13,166
Posted By 1985transam
Unhappy Well it looks like I will be unable to attend the...

Well it looks like I will be unable to attend the Nationals this year due to my job. I work for an IT provider and we are having issues with a couple of servers that is scheduled for tomarrow by the...
Forum: Electrical and Wiring 07-18-2008, 02:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,860
Posted By 1985transam
Cool, thanks for the info !!!:lol: Rob

Cool, thanks for the info !!!:lol:

Rob
Forum: Electrical and Wiring 07-16-2008, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,860
Posted By 1985transam
Lightbulb Roof Console for T-Top F-Body's

Does anyone have a Roof Console in there F-Body???

I have enquired of one quite awhile ago from a friend in CA. He has a MINT Roof Console for a T-Top car with Hardware and Original Wiring...
Forum: 2008 East Coast F-Body Nationals 07-15-2008, 09:07 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 24,478
Posted By 1985transam
Smile Re: 2008 East Coast F-body National Car Show

From what I have gathered from the related threads regarding the car show:


Car Show is on Sunday August 10, 2008 at Island Dragway

Island Dragway Gate Open at 11AM, but get there early !
...
Forum: Cruisers' Corner / Other Events 07-14-2008, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,049
Posted By 1985transam
Smile River Edge Car Show

Well , I guess all the Work, Time and Money I have put in the 85 TA has paid off with a 1st Prize Trophy in my category !!!!

I must admit, I was surprised at first since there were alot of nice...
Forum: Appearance 07-10-2008, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,603
Posted By 1985transam
Smile Door Panel Pictures

Here are some of the Door Panel Pictures. One with the Panel Off the car, the other 2 after completion. The Plastic Water shields were replaced with New Ones.

The Upper Door Trim with Felts are...
Forum: Appearance 07-09-2008, 07:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,603
Posted By 1985transam
Smile I thought the Hush Mat in the doors made a big...

I thought the Hush Mat in the doors made a big difference.

Next project is to replace the carpet with a GM Restoration Carpet and have the Hush Mat installed underneath. I have a new set of seat...
Forum: Cruisers' Corner / Other Events 07-09-2008, 04:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,049
Posted By 1985transam
Thumbs up River Edge Car Show on July 13, 2008

Anyone attending ???

I entered my 85 TA. Its been awhile since I have entered in a car show since I have been working on it.

See what happens

Here is the info and website :

July 13...
Forum: Appearance 07-09-2008, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,603
Posted By 1985transam
Smile Finally My Door Panels are Finished by Toms in Butler

Well after decideing to have my door panels re-done by Toms Auto Upholstery for my 1985 Trans Am, it took 2 months before completed. Very Nice work, but not cheap, almost $900.

The Door Panel...
Forum: Engine / Power / Tuning 05-29-2008, 09:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,370
Posted By 1985transam
Smile Performance Carb

Ok, have another option for opinion here.

What if I bought another GM 4 Barrel Quadrajet Carburetor for my car. Then have it rebuilt by a reputable Carburetor shop for better Performance ????
...
Forum: Engine / Power / Tuning 05-22-2008, 03:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,370
Posted By 1985transam
Thanks for everyone input on wheather to keep the...

Thanks for everyone input on wheather to keep the stock carb or buy a performance carb.

I will keep the original GM for now.

Thanks
Rob
Forum: Engine / Power / Tuning 05-22-2008, 10:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,370
Posted By 1985transam
Changing to a Performance Carb

Well Dyno day was fun, but my cars HP was low at 149.5 for a stock engine.

ok, toying with the idea of changing the Stock Carburetor for a more Performance Oriented one that is a direct...
Forum: NJFBOA Events 05-19-2008, 09:37 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 24,728
Posted By 1985transam
Smile Re: Dyno Day

I had an awesome time. I am glad to meet some of you !!

My TA did not give the numbers I was looking for, but for a Stock Engine and a Automatic Transmission, not bad.

RWHP : 149.5
RWTQ :...
Forum: NJFBOA Events 05-10-2008, 10:14 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 24,728
Posted By 1985transam
Thumbs up Just Sent Payment through PayPal. Added my name...

Just Sent Payment through PayPal. Added my name and NJFBOA Member ID along with my work number.

Rob
Forum: Engine / Power / Tuning 05-09-2008, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,087
Posted By 1985transam
Smile I use Amsoil 5W-30 in my Trans Am 305 V8. I have...

I use Amsoil 5W-30 in my Trans Am 305 V8. I have been using it for 10 years now, just the best oil I have ever used. Trans Am runs great and the performnace is awesome as well.

I use Amsoil with...
Forum: Multimedia 05-07-2008, 08:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,137
Posted By 1985transam
Smile Robert Amarena 1985 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am ...

Robert Amarena
1985 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

I purchased this car from a private owner for $9,500 with 24,00 miles in May of 1988. Options include T-Tops, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, and...
Forum: Appearance 04-23-2008, 11:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,564
Posted By 1985transam
Depends on what is done. To remove, Paint and...

Depends on what is done. To remove, Paint and Refinsh and repair rust spots under Spoilers on my 85TA was 1225.00.

I had rust on the inside of the both doors. Not one body shop would do it in my...
Forum: Appearance 04-19-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,749
Posted By 1985transam
Looks good, great job ! Bye the way, I drove...

Looks good, great job !

Bye the way, I drove through Oradell today in my Black TA
Forum: Appearance 04-19-2008, 03:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,564
Posted By 1985transam
Thumbs up Great Body Shop in Hackensack, NJ

I just picked my 1985 Trans Am from the body Shop. Had all the Spoilers Removed, Refinished and Repainted by Aspen Auto Refinishers in Hackensack ,NJ. They do an awesome job !!!!! I am very picky...
Forum: Appearance 04-11-2008, 02:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,643
Posted By 1985transam
Thumbs up Re: T-Tops Leaking

Had the same type of issue on my 1985 Trans Am. Depending on your year Trans Am, GM has modified the T-Top Weatherstrip, called Second Design, which will resolve the issue. As long as the...
Forum: General Tech 04-11-2008, 09:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,300
Posted By 1985transam
Thumbs up Amsoil 100% Synthetic 5W-30 Motor Oil

I run Amsoil 100% Synthetic 5W-30 Motor Oil in my Trans Am 305 H Engine. Best Oil I have ever used. I have tried them all, from Mobil One to Royal Purple and Red Line.

I even had Oil Specifically...
Forum: North Jersey 04-10-2008, 08:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,588
Posted By 1985transam
Wink Sounds like a good deal to have a meet in bergen...

Sounds like a good deal to have a meet in bergen county. As long as I am not on call for work, I am intersted in a meet in our area.

The fireplace in Paramus has a large parking lot for a meet....
Forum: General Tech 04-09-2008, 08:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,684
Posted By 1985transam
Unhappy 1985 Trans Am Gauge Cluster

Need some advice on an issue with a Guage Cluster on my 1985 Trans Am. Last season, my Tachometer stopped working. The cluster has seperate gauges, Speed, Tach, Oil/Volts and Fuel/Temperture.

The...
Forum: North Jersey 04-09-2008, 07:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,789
Posted By 1985transam
Battery Tender is a great item. The + model has 2...

Battery Tender is a great item. The + model has 2 connection types, clamps and direct bolt on to the battery.

I used to take the battery out, but now I leave it in the car connected to the Battery...
Forum: North Jersey 04-08-2008, 08:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,789
Posted By 1985transam
Wink Started My Trans Am Today

I finally had a chance to get my 1985 Black Trans Am out of storage. Car turned over on my first attempt. Has been stored since early December.

Drove through town and in Paramus NJ. Cruised on the...
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