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Posted by Support Staff on 22nd Sep 2021

1967-72 Chevy and GMC Tachometer switching to HEI ignition or similar after market ignition from a point type ignition systems

The original tachometer and most aftermarket tachometers do not work with HEI ignition systems. Aftermarket replacement tachometers usually say "WILL **NOT** WORK W/ HEI DISTRIBUTORS" on their product …

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Posted by Support Staff on 30th Aug 2021

1993-2002 Camaro and Firebird center console removal and installation

WARNINGThese vehicles are equipped with airbags. Always disable the airbag system before working in the vicinity of the impact sensors, steering column or instrument panel to avoid the possibility of …

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Posted by Support Staff on 20th Aug 2021

Symptoms of a 1986-91 Camaro or Firebird Pull down Reversing Switch GM 20614880 not working correctly

This will be a short post because when the reversing switch is not working correctly, it is usually a simple mater to diagnose with fairly high accurately.If you are not sure if the Pull down is getti …

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Posted by Support Staff on 20th Aug 2021

1982-92 Camaro Firebird door lock removal and installation procedure

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Posted by Support Staff on 19th Aug 2021

1991-92 Camaro and Firebird Pull-down Removal and Installation

Improper installation may cause damage, premature failure.Please seek qualified help to install your Pull down if needed.Below you will find the "repair manual procedure" + some important installation …

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Posted by Support Staff on 19th Aug 2021

1975-77 Corvette replacement Tachometer Circuit Board. Latest design and comonents.

We have release a new product update for 1975-77 Corvette. This new replacement tachometer circuit board includes optional diagnostic assist LED indicators. Diagnostic assist LED's help with tach …

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Posted by Support Staff on 19th Aug 2021

How a signal filter can help your Tachometer read properly

If your tachometer seems to have a bouncing needle, only seems to work in a small range, or floats on acceleration, a Tachometer Filter just may solve the problem. What the Tachometer circuit …

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Posted by Sales Staff on 19th Aug 2021

Back in stock - Tachometer Speedometer Tester - 3rd addition

Tachometer Speedometer Tester 1967-1992 Camaro, Firebird, 1960's - early 1990's GM ( 3rd Edition )Back in stock. On sale now for a limited time.This is a great tool for testing Automotive gauges. …

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Posted by Support Staff on 18th Aug 2021

1993-2002 Firebird and Camaro Door Panel Removal (4th Gen)

A step by step guide for removing the door panel on your 93-2002 Camaro or Firebird Tools Needed: 1. Screw drivers - Philips and flat head (1) Roll window all the way down and d …

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Posted by Support Staff on 7th Jan 2021

Podcast for us car enthusiast

We wanted to make our customers aware of a couple podcasts they might find interesting. Robert Kibbe at The Muscle Car Podcast has some interesting content worth checking out. He has a small list of o …

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Posted by Support Staff on 28th Sep 2020

1986-92 Camaro and Firebird Pull down trouble shooting tips. Wiring diagram

In most cases with a Pull down that does not work properly, the problem will be with the Motor/gear, Reversing Switch, or Striker Sensing Switch. Replacing these parts usually fixes the problem.Occasi …

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Posted by Technical Staff on 29th Jun 2020

1990-92 Camaro Speedometer Repair

The 90-92 Camaro used a different speedometer set up than the prior or later years of the Camaro. The circuit board that drive the speedometer motors is located in the gauge cluster housing.These circ …

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Posted by Sales Staff on 28th Jun 2020

New product - 1988-89 Chevy GMC Fuel Gauge - GM 6434705 - C1500 C2500 C3500 K1500 K2500 K3500

Now available to replace faulty or damage fuel gauge on 1988-89 C1500, C2500, C3500, C1500 Pickup, C2500 Pickup, C3500 Pickup, K1500, K2500, K3500.GM exact fit and quality. Includes online GM product …

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Posted by Sales Staff on 11th Jun 2020

New item - Vehicle Speed Sensor - GM (25007463)

Vehicle Speed Sensor - GM (25007463) Description: Fits over 1600 different GM models including: Astro, Safari. G10-30 vans. All models. Cluster Mounted. Electronic Instrument Cluster. …

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Posted by Sales Staff on 11th Jun 2020

New item - 1985-91 GM GMC Truck Shift Indicator GM 25078571

1985-91 Chevy GMC Truck Shift Indicator GM 25078572,Fits: Chevy Blazer, C10, C20, C30, K10, K20, K30, R10, R20, R2500, R30, R3500, Suburban, V10, V20, V30, V3500, GMC: C1500, C2500, C3500, Jimmy, K15 …

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Posted by Administrative Staff on 24th Apr 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19: updated April 24, 2020We are processing and shipping orders without delay.Please use email or chat support to avoid phone wait times.USPS and FedEx have increased shipping times.* Please see …

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Posted by Support Staff on 10th Jan 2020

No sales tax in 49 states.

We have all notices that market places such as Amazon, eBay, and large retail store chains, are now collecting state sales tax from customers in most states. This has added significant costs to purcha …

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Posted by Support Staff on 30th Oct 2019

1989-2002 Camaro & Firebird VATS Bypass Kit

The VATS problem: The VATS system can become problematic as it ages. Increase wear, higher resistance from dust and corrosion can cause ignition Key reading that prevent the vehicle from running.The e …

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Posted by Support Staff on 19th Apr 2019

V8 Tachometer conversions for Vega, Camaro, Firebird, Fiero, other GM vehicle

V8 Tachometer conversions for Vega, Camaro, Firebird, Fiero, other GM vehicle Doing a 4 cylinder or 6 cylinder engine swap to a V8? One of the challenges when doing an engine swap from a 4 or 6 c …

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Posted by Support Staff on 26th Mar 2019

1981-88 Cutlass Tachometer repair

Now we have a solution for 1981-88 Olds Cutlass Tachometer failures.Our replacement tachometer circuit is easy to install. It comes pre-calibrated and is ready to install.Installation involves removin …

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Posted by Support Staff on 15th Feb 2019

1990-92 Camaro Speedometer components.

This post is to provide information on the components that may cause the Speedometer to stop working. GM has not made this information easily available. Most of it has come through trial and error and …

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Posted by Support Staff on 15th Dec 2018

1982-92 Camaro and Firebird outside Door Handle Installation Tips

Installation tips: Prevent Paint damage: Be sure to mask area around exterior handle before removal and installation. Prior to replacement compare the replacement unit to the original. Do …

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Posted by Support Staff on 19th Nov 2018

Chevy Vega GM V8 engine swap Tachometer solution

What do you do with the original Vega tachometer if you do a GM V8 engine swap?The solution: Replace the tachometer circuit board with our new replacement tachometer circuit board calibrated for 8 cyl …

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Posted by Support Staff on 30th Oct 2018

A common cause of erratic Tachometer readings

The tachometer circuit Board receives a signal from the ignition system that it uses to determine the engine speed.The signal frequency is typically in the 40-600 Hz range. (40-600 cycles per second)I …

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