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  1. 1badtransam

    1979 Trans Am - Dash Lights Not Working?

    After a few minutes of getting inconsistent readings, I tested the fuse for continuity. It turns out it was the fuse. I feel like a dummy; I know better. If you know this fuse, it's a small 4amp fuse. It's hard to tell whether it's good or bad. I can't believe it. I made the...
  2. 1badtransam

    1979 Trans Am - Dash Lights Not Working?

    I did. The fuses look good, but I will use a meter tomorrow.
  3. 1badtransam

    1979 Trans Am - Dash Lights Not Working?

    I replaced the headlight switch that controls the headlight and dash, etc, but no luck. Blinkers work, and headlights work, and the dimmer and dash lights do not work. I have the tach and speedometer cluster removed to check bulbs, which bulbs test well. It seems like a good time to...
  4. 1badtransam

    Power Door Lock Problem?

    I did grease it up pretty well and even used the passenger rod. Doesn’t make sense. Do you know of any stronger actuators?
  5. 1badtransam

    Power Door Lock Problem?

    I replaced the passenger parts at the same, and the passenger side had the same aftermarket parts; they worked better than brand-new ones. So, I put the passenger actuator on the driver's door. I couldn’t push up the rod on the driver's door lock mechanism. The door lock mechanism is the...
  6. 1badtransam

    Power Door Lock Problem?

    Everything was replaced with after-market. Actuator and door lock mechanism. However, I cleaned up the original door lock mechanism, and still, the actuator cannot push the rod up - to unlock the position. I also tried disconnecting everything (rods to the door handle, lock cylinder, and...
  7. 1badtransam

    Power Door Lock Problem?

    I’ve replaced the door lock mechanisms, actuators, and switches. The passenger door unlocks and locks perfectly. Driver door only locks. The driver's door has trouble unlocking. The door unlock/lock switch has to be pressed multiple times to open. I’ve tested voltage, reworked the...
  8. 1badtransam

    1982 Trans Am Cross Fire TBI Fuel Filter Location

    Thanks for the reply - I hope I don't have to drop the tank.
  9. 1badtransam

    1982 Trans Am Cross Fire TBI Fuel Filter Location

    Hi friends, I'm looking for the in-line fuel filter that feeds both TBI injectors on my 82 bird. Before I start unscrewing fittings - thought I'd ask here first. Thanks Fred