Michael_V

Hello, I have access to a 1990 Reatta coupe that is maroon with a maroon interior. The radio antenna, radio, dash cluster, light switches, hubcaps, wheels, and owners manual are already gone. Let me know what you need and I'll see what I can come up with and a price. I would like to trade parts for an 89' radio or a good nitrogen cylinder if that's available. I also have cans of R12 available, or if you stop by you can top off your system for free! I'm located here in Winter Garden FL, and you can PM me or contact me at mvanderburg3@yahoo.com. Thanks, Michael Vanderburg

The fitting that is loose is the electrical connection going to the transmission. The oil that is around the modulator now appears to be just from the engine being dirty which is a good thing. I did take apart the air intake today along with the sensors just to give a more through cleaning as well as going over the engine looking for anything unusual. When installing the modulator today I discovered a crack in the hose that I did not see before. There was also rust on the inside of the hose connections not seen in the photo I'm posting. This gave a big red flag that the part was probably junk. After installation I gave a quick drive around the neighborhood finding that the bump when stopping is now gone. The transmission now shifts VERY hard in reverse as well as engaging to drive. I think there might be an adjustment on the modulator by turning a fitting one way or the other inside, though I could be wrong. As for the car running rough, it looks like one of the sparkplug wires in the back was toast as well as the sparkplugs needing to be replaced. Both the wires and plugs are now on order. It's probably also time to flush the transmission fluid as well since it's brown and not red like it should be in photo number two. Thanks everyone for the responses since I didn't know if the modulator was the problem or not.

Thanks for the replies. The car is running a little rough right now though this might be unrelated. I did purchase a new modulator that arrived tonight in the post, and I have yet to install it. It looks nothing like the one on the car, being that it is about half the size of the one that is already on there. Both the IAC and the mas air flow sensor were just taken out and cleaned the other day, with no difference in the way the car runs. It's to dark outside to replace the part, though I do see oil coming from around the modulator and around the plug going into the transmission. By the way this fitting was kind of loose when I checked it the other day looking at the modulator. Also the vacuum line is working going into the modulator.

It's been awhile since I have posted, but here goes. My 89' Reatta with 170,000 miles has developed a strong bump when coming to a stop. I initially thought it was a sticking caliper, but when I place the car in neutral and stop the issue goes away. The car also seems to run better in neutral than when engaged. Then when placing the car back into drive from a stop the car has a hard shift engaging. The vehicle also seems to be racing at idle, and wanting to lurch forward from a stop. Are there any ideas on what this could be?

I'm needing a working window switch for my 89' Reatta. Preferably one with the brushed metal surface. Thanks!

Thanks for the information. I believe I had either a yellow or orange dot on my key. I'll try the vice grips again, but these are on rather tight.

As the title states I recently lost the wheel lock key for my car, and am in need of a replacement. If anyone has an extra let me know how much you would want for it. Thanks! Michael V.

Hello, Does anyone have a part number for the trunk lock of an 89' Reatta? The lock ate most of my key and needs to be replaced. Thanks!

Thanks Barney!

Right now I'm looking for the discontinued repair kit. I have two antennas apart, one with a bent metal extension.

Does anyone have the kit to repair the antenna mast on an 89 Reatta? Thanks!

Hello David, I reused the nut since it was in good shape. I'll have to check on the build date on the car though.

Hi David, I just replaced my drivers side wheel bearing on my 89 yesterday, and I did use a 35mm socket to break it free. I hope this helps.

I just did mine a few months ago. If you remove the motor the sunroof should move freely with a little work. Cover your leather seats with a protective towel so you won't gouge or scrape them with the sharp corners of the assembly once dropped. Also try a RX7 form if you need a new sunroof for parts. There cheep there and I saw many in central Florida for around $100. That's where I got mine, and I didn't find it that difficult to rebuild. It works great now, and I no longer have to push up to get it started.

I have the 89 unit taken apart and have even located a source for all the o rings made of EPDM. I just can't find a manufacturer who makes the cups out of that material. There are three cups in two different sizes. The cups are what I believe are leaking. This is to bad or I would be able to rebuild the unit. If there are rebuilt units out there the cups are available somewhere.

Hello, I have an 89 Reatta and the master cylinder has gone bad. The unit is out of the car and it is most likely that the cups have gone bad. Being an expensive part this limits my options. Rebuild kits are unavailable and a used unit will have 21 years of mileage on it. I see a new 88 master cylinder on eBay at a decant price, but this has different fittings than mine. My question is are the internal seals and cups the same on the 88 and 89? That way if purchased I could rebuild the 89 for allot less than a re manufactured unit.

Hello, someone did a hit and run on my car breaking the passengers side mirror. Second hit and run in the last year. This time I only need the mirror and the motor assembly since that's all that they broke. Anyone with parts or prices? Thanks, Michael

Thanks for the info. I'll keep looking for the whole assembly. Maybe something will come up.

Hello everyone. The passengers side sunroof cable is damaged on my car. I know the part number is 69-842 and have a price of 151.88 +SH. I also have a quote for a whole RX7 assembly for $150. My question is there a better or less expensive option to go with than buying the whole assembly? Thanks.

Just an update on the repair. I actually found the part on Rock Autos website. Standard Motor Products Part # DS361 It was $11.59 for the left door switch. This was in the Electrical-Switch & Relay section. There were also several other brands to choose from, and they had the right side switch as well. The switch is under tension so I used a rubber band to hold it shut during instillation. I held the small screw on the socket with some grease because it just kept falling off and getting lost in the door. When finished I just cut and removed the rubber band from the switch, and put the door back together. This was not an easy repair, and having small hands would of helped. It works great now, and there are no more door ajar reminders.

Thanks for the replies. I'll try checking the dealership next. I have a feeling that these may be nonexistent. I've already tried looking all over the Internet without any luck. Maybe a junk yard and a sharp razor? I would have to see the heartland decals, but that might not be that bad.

Hi, I was wondering if the blue GM Protection Plan decals that came on both side windows were standard, or placed on by the dealership? They look like they belong, and it would be nice to get a replacement if anyone knows where one was available.

Thanks for all the replies. Finding the diagram in the service manual really helped. I looked at the switch, and it appears that the plastic had broken around the screw holding it. I believe a new switch will need to be purchased. Just getting in there to install it will be the hard part.

Hello, it's been awhile since I've posted. I now have now moved on to another Reatta which I absolutely love. This was my parents Sapphire 89. I need help locating the correct position of the door ajar sensor on the drivers side of the car. This has broken loose and is hanging inside the door. Every time I start the car I have to clear the code that the door is ajar. I believe this switch is attached to the door closing latch, but I don't see where it would of broken loose. I didn't see any clear pictures in the product manual either. By the way this is not the sensor that is attached to the door handle. Any help on how it is attached would be greatly appreciated.

I feel better now. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> Being that there are only three auctions for Reatta mats on right now, it just appeared that I was included in this post. I was just trying to make it clear that I was not associated with the other auctions.