1991 Bird
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1991 Bird
I picked up a Red 1991 Firebird on 05/17
For $2,700.00 - 48K Miles, R134 A/C Conversion, New Battery (2017), New Wipers, New Tires (DATE), Car Cover & fresh oil.
The Bad:
SUNBURNED! Therefore, Convertible Top in desperate need of replacement.
15" Wheels, Cracked Dash Pad, Interior looks tired...
UPDATES TO FOLLOW
For $2,700.00 - 48K Miles, R134 A/C Conversion, New Battery (2017), New Wipers, New Tires (DATE), Car Cover & fresh oil.
The Bad:
SUNBURNED! Therefore, Convertible Top in desperate need of replacement.
15" Wheels, Cracked Dash Pad, Interior looks tired...
UPDATES TO FOLLOW
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Car: '91 GTA, '92 T/A Convertible
Engine: GTA: 350 w/Vortec heads, T/A: 305
Transmission: Pro-built 700R4
Axle/Gears: GTA: 3.27, T/A: 2.73
Re: 1991 Bird
Pics or it didn't happen.
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Car: '91 GTA, '92 T/A Convertible
Engine: GTA: 350 w/Vortec heads, T/A: 305
Transmission: Pro-built 700R4
Axle/Gears: GTA: 3.27, T/A: 2.73
Re: 1991 Bird
I meant the car itself. You know we all like to drool over photos of the cars.
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I finally got around to buying a couple things...
New Center Console Lid $179.00
Coolant Tank $160.00
Lug Nuts $99.97
Personalized Plates $48.00
Serpentine Belt $38.49
Silicone Hose $30.64
Oil Stabilizer $17.54
Oil $14.91
Fuel Filter $12.80
Oil Filter $5.97
Hopefully I can buy Tires soon
New Center Console Lid $179.00
Coolant Tank $160.00
Lug Nuts $99.97
Personalized Plates $48.00
Serpentine Belt $38.49
Silicone Hose $30.64
Oil Stabilizer $17.54
Oil $14.91
Fuel Filter $12.80
Oil Filter $5.97
Hopefully I can buy Tires soon
Last edited by SixSeriesCSi; 06-09-2023 at 11:40 AM. Reason: Pricing
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As summer comes to a close I took a moment to reflect on the past few months and realized that I've broken down a total of four times since taking ownership.
I. Spark Plug Cable
II. Fuel Pump (previous post)
III. Bad Injector
Spark Plug Wires $25.12
Best Towing $117.00
SCTPI - Labor $100.00
IV. Bad Injector
Rental $107.80
Transmission Mount $9.69
Injector $0.00 (Dyno Don @ So. Cal TPI)
Cap & Rotor $0.00 (Dyno Don @ So. Cal TPI)
With the bad news of the fuel pump, I forgot to mention that I paid my dues to the State, $132 for the privilege to operate in CA. Still waiting on my personalized plates...
Silicone Intake Tube $34.65
The brakes need to be replaced soon and I am considering options from the C5 to match the wheels
I. Spark Plug Cable
II. Fuel Pump (previous post)
III. Bad Injector
Spark Plug Wires $25.12
Best Towing $117.00
SCTPI - Labor $100.00
IV. Bad Injector
Rental $107.80
Transmission Mount $9.69
Injector $0.00 (Dyno Don @ So. Cal TPI)
Cap & Rotor $0.00 (Dyno Don @ So. Cal TPI)
With the bad news of the fuel pump, I forgot to mention that I paid my dues to the State, $132 for the privilege to operate in CA. Still waiting on my personalized plates...
Silicone Intake Tube $34.65
The brakes need to be replaced soon and I am considering options from the C5 to match the wheels
Last edited by SixSeriesCSi; 06-16-2023 at 04:29 PM. Reason: Updated Pricing
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Car: 89 GTA ASC Conv., Prev: 89 GTA 6.3L
Engine: 5.7L L98 TPI
Transmission: 700r4 Automatic
Axle/Gears: 3.27:1 w/ JG1 Options:B2L, N10, U1A
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Re: 1991 Bird
Those are the C5 magnesium wheel option. Lightweight and rare! They look really good on your car man! I would just do some stainless steel lines, new slotted rotors, hawks pads and some Wilwood D154 dual piston direct replacement calipers if you want to upgrade the brakes.
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Finally had the opportunity to give all my friends a ride in the drop-top over the Labor Day holiday. Owning a four seat convertible is a definite must!
Unfortunately, one of my friends is obese and careless (he had a couple beers)...
Broke my passanger side trim when the door lodged itself into the grass as he entered into the vehicle and he yanked it free to close it.
Damn! 1991 Bird
Unfortunately, one of my friends is obese and careless (he had a couple beers)...
Broke my passanger side trim when the door lodged itself into the grass as he entered into the vehicle and he yanked it free to close it.
Damn! 1991 Bird
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Re: 1991 Bird
Finally had the opportunity to give all my friends a ride in the drop-top over the Labor Day holiday. Owning a four seat convertible is a definite must!
Unfortunately, one of my friends is obese and careless (he had a couple beers)...
Broke my passanger side trim when the door lodged itself into the grass as he entered into the vehicle and he yanked it free to close it.
Damn! 1991 Bird
Unfortunately, one of my friends is obese and careless (he had a couple beers)...
Broke my passanger side trim when the door lodged itself into the grass as he entered into the vehicle and he yanked it free to close it.
Damn! 1991 Bird
Yes, 4 seater 'verts are fun. Love taking mine to the beach in the summer. My kids love cruising with the top down too.
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Finally convinced the Detailer at work to polish my car this last Sunday. Initially he declined due to the condition of the paint in certain areas (Front & Rear Bumpers) but I'm happy with the results. The compliments I've received signifies money well spent
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Looks sharp man!
Finally convinced the Detailer @ work to polish my car this last Sunday. Initially he declined due to the condition of the paint in certain areas (Front & Rear Bumpers) but I'm happy with the results. The compliments I've recieved signifies money well spent
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Car: 1988 IROC Z Convertible
Engine: 305 TPI (LB9)
Transmission: 700 R4
Axle/Gears: G80 GU2
Re: 1991 Bird
What a score!
One of my friends opened the door of my Tahoe that was a couple months old into a post in a parking garage.. still haven’t gotten over that and that was 2002!
Sweet bird!
One of my friends opened the door of my Tahoe that was a couple months old into a post in a parking garage.. still haven’t gotten over that and that was 2002!
Sweet bird!
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Re: 1991 Bird
Stopped by So Cal TPI on Friday and was quite pleased to find "Top Down Solutions" parts stocked
Thus, I took the opportunity to fix a ThirdGen Firebird specific ailment,
the headlights. Under the tutelage of Dyno Don, no broken bolts on the driver side headlight motor assembly
Headlight Motor Kit $13.50
Thus, I took the opportunity to fix a ThirdGen Firebird specific ailment,
the headlights. Under the tutelage of Dyno Don, no broken bolts on the driver side headlight motor assembly
Headlight Motor Kit $13.50
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55K Mile Service
Switching over to a Synthetic Oil due to the longer service interval and the Lucas Oil 10W-40 & HD Oil Stabilizer in-service has the oil pressure super high.
Air Filter $9.97
Oil Filter $5.97
Oil $41.50
Last edited by SixSeriesCSi; 06-09-2023 at 12:05 PM. Reason: Added Photo
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My First Car Show
https://jalopnik.com/this-car-show-g...-dr-1796162218
Hoping to score a "Bra" from the Classifieds section to compliment my dashpad.
https://jalopnik.com/this-car-show-g...-dr-1796162218
Hoping to score a "Bra" from the Classifieds section to compliment my dashpad.
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Car: 92 Firebird
Engine: 4.8 LR4
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: 3.45 9 Bolt
Re: 1991 Bird
That SUCKS. I am guessing that is the Bra I sent you? I hope you got it on time, you never responded to my messages.
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Car: '91 GTA, '92 T/A Convertible
Engine: GTA: 350 w/Vortec heads, T/A: 305
Transmission: Pro-built 700R4
Axle/Gears: GTA: 3.27, T/A: 2.73
Re: 1991 Bird
I've never seen a stock 80 psi oil pressure gauge. All three of the thirdgens I've owned have had 60 psi gauges. Hope that damage is all superficial.
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Let us know how the repairs go
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Car: '91 GTA, '92 T/A Convertible
Engine: GTA: 350 w/Vortec heads, T/A: 305
Transmission: Pro-built 700R4
Axle/Gears: GTA: 3.27, T/A: 2.73
Re: 1991 Bird
If they total it out then that's a bunch of crap. On my first car, an '88 Formula, I hydroplaned into a guardrail. It took out the entire passenger headlight and bent part of the upper radiator support. I got a new front clip and fender and had it all replaced for under $1K. Yours doesn't look anything near as bad. New bumper cover, hood, and headlight assy and you should be back in business with a few adjustments.
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Well, it was deemed a Total-Loss yesterday
I fought the "Market-Driven Valuation" provided by Autosource. This valuation was processed using their Two Dealer Quotations valuation methodology. You wouldn't believe who they obtained their quotes from . An absolute insult to say the least...
THIRDGEN.ORG to the rescue!
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech...e-company.html
I fought the "Market-Driven Valuation" provided by Autosource. This valuation was processed using their Two Dealer Quotations valuation methodology. You wouldn't believe who they obtained their quotes from . An absolute insult to say the least...
THIRDGEN.ORG to the rescue!
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech...e-company.html
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You said in a previous post that you were hit. Was it a hit and run or is it the other insurance company that wants to total your car. It's my understanding that if someone else is at fault and car is repairable, their insurance has to repair your car, even if it exceeds "replacement value" of your car. If it was a hit and run and you filed a claim from your insurance company, you'll have to fight with them. Damage doesn't look too bad, can you retract the claim and fix on your dime to avoid the salvage title?
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You said in a previous post that you were hit. Was it a hit and run or is it the other insurance company that wants to total your car. It's my understanding that if someone else is at fault and car is repairable, their insurance has to repair your car, even if it exceeds "replacement value" of your car. If it was a hit and run and you filed a claim from your insurance company, you'll have to fight with them. Damage doesn't look too bad, can you retract the claim and fix on your dime to avoid the salvage title?
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Turns out the Spark Plugs were not the culprits of the hard starts. Appears to be a fueling issue.
Fuel Pressure Regulator Diaphragm $48.95
Fuel Pressure still @ 20-28 psi
Really hoping I don’t have to drop the tank again
Finally got around to reinstalling the Muffler I removed when I replaced the Fuel Pump (Post #20) $50 Labor & Heat Shield (Wifey - Lost the Original) @ So Cal TPI. Thanks Don!
Fuel Pressure Regulator Diaphragm $48.95
Fuel Pressure still @ 20-28 psi
Really hoping I don’t have to drop the tank again
Finally got around to reinstalling the Muffler I removed when I replaced the Fuel Pump (Post #20) $50 Labor & Heat Shield (Wifey - Lost the Original) @ So Cal TPI. Thanks Don!
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60K Mile Service
$32.84 Oil and Filter (AutoZone Coupon). The Royal Purple Motor Oil I used previously had a couple thousand miles of use left as it wasn’t too dirty... Lesson learned, I guess
$32.84 Oil and Filter (AutoZone Coupon). The Royal Purple Motor Oil I used previously had a couple thousand miles of use left as it wasn’t too dirty... Lesson learned, I guess
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