MrMeanGreen Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 Earlier this evening, I was taking Jessica and my kids to dinner when Firebird Jr. started chugging and misfiring, the SES flashing (obviously telling me what I'd already knew). This happened once before, when I was test driving the car before buying it. The diagnosis was a bad Ignition Control Module, which in turn took out the three coil pack assemblies. They were replaced locally at Boyd's Goodyear (asshats) with Napa units and I promptly bought the car. Other than an annoying EGR solenoid, the car has run great and I beat the piss outta it on a daily basis. So anyways, I get to our destination and shut the car off. Pop the hood, out rolls a plume of smoke and the ICM/coil pack area is just smoking something fierce, along with the stench of burnt plastic. Same shit as before, and these units are only six months/7k miles old. So I call Boyd's, where they tell me yes everything is warrantied, but only to the dealership and not me since their warranty isn't transferable. If I can get Byers to take ownership of the car, they'll warranty everything out. Click goes the phone from their end. I call my brother, who unfortunately has gotten pretty much out of the 3800 Series II scene, and doesn't have any parts I need. But, Shawn Bucklad (Buck531 on here) does. Not only does he allow me to come over spur of the moment, he takes his time out to find and get me the parts, then sells them to me for $20. These end up fixing the problem, and Autotap verifies the car to be 100% again, no misfires detected. All I can do is thank Shawn again for going outta his way to not only get me running again on short notice, but give me a helluva deal on the parts. This is why CR is what it is, and I'm glad it's here for everyone. I cannot feel more pride in he way we all come together to help when it's needed, or when it's not. I have the original invoice for Boyd's, and Napa supposedly has a lifetime warranty on their parts, so I'm gonna see about getting these POS coil packs and ICM replaced under warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berto Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 there are so many stories like this since the beginning of CR... Its nice to know there is usually someone on here that will help right now I am in the process of learning how to build my motor and the help has been great. As well as people helping me by just using their resources/equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy1647545504 Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 Good deal getting fixed up and running again. Buck, that was very cool of you. I hope that I never get into a position to have to call on anyone that way, but its cool knowing that if necessary, this is a place that people are willing to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnaplay1647545503 Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 +++++++++++++++++++11111111111111111111 My schedule doesnt allow me to mingle with to many people. But having a place like cr has realy made it easier for me to feel like part of a group. I know anytime I have a question, be it about cars or anything in general, that the guys on cr are ready to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin R. Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 One of the reasons I'm here. CR > * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 Yup between the help I have received on the LS1 Z28 (cofba) and the stang, this site is priceless. Thanks to all that genuinely help when they can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boost-n-Juice Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 I've said this several times. For example when my heat went out, I had several people offer heaters and how to fix the problem.It was the first place I turned for help. Also, CR is a good all around info base. I sware stuff is posted on here before cnn.com even gets the story. Plus it's interesting when you see whatever on the news, it always seems someone on here is connected to the story. Like, "that was my aunt that got shot" or whatever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 Also, CR is a good all around info base. I sware stuff is posted on here before cnn.com even gets the story. They probably have it already but won't release it until it's re-written to their point of view. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 No problemo Ant. I just KNOW you were pissed when I told you I couldn't find it. Then I open up a cabinet and wha-f'n-la. Right there . In the future for other peeps, ONLY come to me for 3800 stuff. I don't have anything else . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 I call my brother, who unfortunately has gotten pretty much out of the 3800 Series II scene, and doesn't have any parts I need. But, Shawn Bucklad (Buck531 on here) does. Not only does he allow me to come over spur of the moment, he takes his time out to find and get me the parts, then sells them to me for $20. I most certainly have not; I'm building a car in two weeks that should set the world on fire. I just didn't have the parts you needed on-hand. I could have had them here in 24 hours. Don't forget who recommended for you to call Shawn in the first place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoe Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 Burto and I are in the same spot I think. The people from CR that have helped me just want to see you up and running and like to help out if they can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lustalbert Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 I love this place. "Teh internet is for pOrn"........ Lots of good info around here, and always someone that at least knows something about what the hell ever it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stolen 5.0 Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 CR has helped me many of times, I remember my axle coming out on the off ramp of 270 and broad. nick, anthony, and dj came to the rescue with the AAA man. guys from IPS came when i thought i had a fuel leak on lane ave. this is a touching moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorne Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 Beefcake I got to know whatcha buildin Capable of making intense's 9.9 look slow ? or just a bad ass car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98fiveseven1647545503 Posted March 29, 2006 Report Share Posted March 29, 2006 One of the reasons I'm here. CR > * +1x2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted March 30, 2006 Report Share Posted March 30, 2006 Beefcake I got to know whatcha buildin Capable of making intense's 9.9 look slow ? or just a bad ass car? It's a 3800-powered Geo Metro. :zoom: :nod: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTHER91 Posted March 30, 2006 Report Share Posted March 30, 2006 CR is on it's way to becomeing it's own being "ALL HALE CR!!!!" I've bought and sold stuff on here and helped a few, it's been a help in the past and im sure it will again. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verse Posted March 30, 2006 Report Share Posted March 30, 2006 I really like CR. Despite all the hate and sarcasm on this board, it is very helpful. People I've never met have helped me out with personal problems, lended me tools or what not, it is rather amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lustalbert Posted March 30, 2006 Report Share Posted March 30, 2006 Waiting for an admin to plug the donation link..... J/K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorne Posted March 31, 2006 Report Share Posted March 31, 2006 It's a 3800-powered Geo Metro. :zoom: :nod: THAT SHIT WOULD BE FUNNY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miller Posted March 31, 2006 Report Share Posted March 31, 2006 Anthony my bird did that consistently. I invested about 200 dollars a year in plugs, wires, and coils. By my 3rd year owning the car I could damn near swap all that stuff out in 25 minutes lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted March 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2006 Well, Napa just warrantied the bad ICM and coil without question. So I've got a new set here, and if it goes out, back it goes for another set. I've also verified no overvoltage and presence of ground on the circuit, so I don't see anything obvious that would cause these to malfunction as soon as they did. Maybe factory flukes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted March 31, 2006 Report Share Posted March 31, 2006 shitty parts . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrMeanGreen Posted March 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2006 You can tell an obvious quality difference when comparing the factory GM units I got from you and the Napa parts FYI, the Napa ICM is $293 and the Napa coils are $77 each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old dirty bastard Posted March 31, 2006 Report Share Posted March 31, 2006 CR saved my life once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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