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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-04-2008, 05:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 272
Posted By Spinman

Question - '90 Headlight Motor Reinstall??

Just replaced the bushings on both my '90 headlight motors and have a question while I'm trying to install the motor back into the frame assembly...
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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-16-2008, 03:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 625
Posted By Spinman

Reinstall Alternator Pulley w/ Air Impact Wrench = Torque?

I needed to remove the pulley on my alternator.

Holding the pulley with a gloved hand, easily loosened the shaft nut using an air impact wrench.

Have just reassembled everything, and installed...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-16-2008, 12:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,576
Posted By Spinman

Trying to save a few bucks using spare parts on...

Trying to save a few bucks using spare parts on hand...


Here's what I just learned from an alternator vendor:

The '96 Corvette LT1 CS144 is compatible with the wiring in the '90 Vette....
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-16-2008, 12:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,576
Posted By Spinman

How did you fabricate that brace - using the OEM...

How did you fabricate that brace - using the OEM brace or did you start from scratch?

In the photo it looks as if you are attaching in the 6:00 position. Is that best? The mounting hole on the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-11-2008, 09:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,576
Posted By Spinman

I'm stumped... Everything I've read to date...

I'm stumped...

Everything I've read to date has suggested that any late model CS144 alternator should work - just match the same frame style, clock position and mounting flange positions. So I...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-11-2008, 10:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,576
Posted By Spinman

'90 Alternator upgrade from CS130 to CS144 = Need to add Resistor?

Some advise please -

I'm replacing the CS-130 alternator in my 1990 Coupe with a CS-144 unit (using a unit list for a 1996 Olds Aurora Northstar Engine).

Everything I've read indicates that...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-26-2008, 04:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,237
Posted By Spinman

If I may hijack this thread - The links...

If I may hijack this thread -

The links provided by WVZR-1 were very informative.

I have a 1990 and would like to upgrade the OEM CS130 alternator to a CS144 (I understand that despite the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-14-2005, 09:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 969
Posted By Spinman

Lighter Socket - Battery Tender???

My battery ('90) has a tendency to run down when the vehicle is not driven on a regular basis - which I attribute to parasitic drain.

While I have a quick battery disconnect installed under the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-28-2005, 04:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 422
Posted By Spinman

Well, now that I can look at the injectors - all...

Well, now that I can look at the injectors - all 4 that failed are my remaining OEM GM injectors - I had previously replaced the other 4 (with a combination of GM and aftermarket).

I guess I'll...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-28-2005, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 422
Posted By Spinman

Thank you - That got me over my current...

Thank you -

That got me over my current problem... I had forgotten about the 2 bolts in the front that hold the fuel rail leads. Once I removed them, I was able to raise the rail up and get...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-28-2005, 12:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 422
Posted By Spinman

Problems removing fuel rail - '90 (L-98)

Having some problems trying to remove my fuel rail so that I can replace my injectors. Hope someone can offer some suggestions...

I did it before several years ago (and it was a pain) - this time,...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-01-2004, 01:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 452
Posted By Spinman

Does anyone else experience shoulder belt placement problems while driving their C4?

Just curious....

I'm having a bit of a problem with the placement of my shoulder belt and thought I'd see if others have experience my situation.

[ I received a ticket today for driving w/o my...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-26-2004, 10:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 736
Posted By Spinman

Re: HVAC Programmer Problems (MaddMaxx)

With all the hoses attached to the programmer - how did you remove the retaining washer off of the connector hub? Is it a speed nut that I can back out with a screwdriver? Hard to see what it looks...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
06-24-2004, 11:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 391
Posted By Spinman

Re: AC Controller (joecaver)

re: Bose and C68 controller connection...


Researching a problem with my '96 Olds Aurora, I recently read in the ALLDATA data base that if the Date feature of the DIC continues to show "no date...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-12-2004, 10:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By Spinman

Min Computer to purchase???

I'm currently shopping for an economy laptop that I can dedicate to running diagnostic programs (Moates & Datamaster) and perhaps some day erasing and burning chips ('90 SD).

Will I be satisfied...
Forum: Audio/Electronics
06-08-2004, 10:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 326
Posted By Spinman

Lack of L/R Balance Control - '90 Bose Gold - Upsetting!

One of the things that drives me crazy is the "sound placement" and lack of Left / Right Balance Control in my '90.

The system is designed to "place" the sound in the center of the car - from the...
Forum: Audio/Electronics
06-08-2004, 10:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,409
Posted By Spinman

Re: C4 Climate Control Problems (NC LT4)

That's the big question. It could either be the control head or the programmer. The approved way is to use an ScanTool with HVAC capabilities to control the climate control. If it works - the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-07-2004, 01:15 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 508
Posted By Spinman

Carbytes V2.0 for '90 (Any defination files)??? [A115 data stream]

Ancient History = I've been unable to get the Moates software to work on my laptop (Pentium 4 running XP).

Thought I'd punt and try CarBytes v2.0 out of curosity - just to see if I can get my car...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-30-2004, 11:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 347
Posted By Spinman

Re: (How To) Remove SRS (Spinman)

To answer my own question - I finally got a T-30 bit to fit the screw heads and removed the airbag. In addition to disconnecting the battery, I also removed the air bag fuse.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-29-2004, 08:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 347
Posted By Spinman

(How To) Remove SRS (Steering Wheel) Airbag ('90)

I'm in the process of testing the wiring of my horns (wheel switches no longer work) and need to remove the air bag from the Steering Wheel to gain access to the components in question.

Hard to...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-30-2004, 10:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 456
Posted By Spinman

Re: Bose amps (Strick)

http://www.bose.com

Thank you for your interest in the BoseŽ Automotive Systems Division. If you would like to learn more about our sound systems, please call or send an email. You can also visit...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-30-2004, 11:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,033
Posted By Spinman

Re: Horn Not Working '90 - Fuse? (tempest)

Out of curosity:

1) I was working under the dash last fall to remove my HVAC programmer. Is there a connector or lead that I might have disconnected in error that is the reason why my horns don't...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-30-2004, 11:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 456
Posted By Spinman

Re: Bose amps (Pappa_Bear)

what is the warranty from BOSE - limited or lifetime?
Do they charge you for return freight and handling?

I'm ready to send 2 of mine out as well.
The place I've used in the past offers a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-28-2004, 10:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,033
Posted By Spinman

Re: Horn Not Working '90 - Fuse? (Wildride)

WildRide - Thanks for the link

Just checked the system via the alarm - the horms fired off when I tripped the system. So that eliminates the fuse and the horns themselves.

How would I go about...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-27-2004, 09:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,033
Posted By Spinman

Horn Not Working '90 - Fuse?

Just broke the car out of winter storage, and discovered that the horn is not working. '90 coupe

Checked the fuse panel in the owners manual and discovered that the fuse is in the aux block under...
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