65-70 Full Size Power Train Tech Forum

cdnpont · cdnpont

I figure I might try to document the conversion of the 65 Laurentian, from power glide to a 4 speed Muncie M20. I'll ad that Carl Stevenson has been a invaluable resource on this conversion, and has helped me out immensely. thanks Carl! And be sure to check out Dave's conversion post sticky as well. I'll...

cdnpont · cdnpont

I've thought it might of of interest to document my TH400 build, hopefully sparking some discussion around of what is best. Like my rear end build, the transmission was originally one of those things "Black art" and best thought as being left to the pro's. I have had very good success with my 12 bolt bui...

2drpost · 2drpost

i've had past inquires about parts and info, thought i'd post some info and pictures for those who have thoughts about yanking gears. keep in mind, this is chevrolet, cdn pontiac. starting with the pedals, '65-'70 pedals are basically the same. '65-'68 pedals have the clutch pedal stop angled towa...

ABC123 · ABC123

Todd suggested I go see Tiny's in Ingersoll, ON A long time Canadian Poncho friend. Other people have told me he is the best small block Chev guy around. After seeing my car he suggested that the points have to go. The biggest problem he said is that no one makes a decent set of points any more. He said I woul...

Mondo Poncho · Mondo Poncho

I have one of our members at my place in the lower mainland near Vancouver. He drove across the country for one of my cars. Putting it together, we see that the rear differential has seized. Im trying to attach a picture with the cover open. Im wondering if anyone has any advice on how to get this thing roll...

ABC123 · ABC123

Say good bye to my "Dorky little pipe" This week I am upgrading to dual exhaust from the current low flow system. I have been told that this new free flowing system may not agree with my carburetor settings. I'm looking for thoughts from those whom had experience with a 2 barrel, dual exhaust set up. Th...

cdnpont · cdnpont

https://www.gearvendors.com/product/manual-4-speed-muncie-m-202122-27-spline/

Bill shuba · Bill shuba

Hello all can you help me figure this motor out,,year ect any info will help thank you !! 618 block heads 441 Z ? front casting numbers 791155811 TO6I HM

Riddler · Riddler

Hi, i have a 67 Parisienne with a 283. Recently when i unplugged one of the spark wires from the distributor, i noticed the gromet came off with the wire (pictured) Is there a way to fix this? If i need a new cap, does anyone recognize this kind of distributor? Thanks -- Edited by Riddler on Friday 28th of Ju...

BB-Acadian · BB-Acadian

I was fortunate to own a 66 Pontiac grande pariensene with an original 427 390HP in the late 80's. Like a doppy kid my desire was for the motor, not the car. In 1988, I pulled the 427 out, installed a 396 in the car and sold it to a guy who took it to Fort McMurray and have since heard the car is in Banff? The 42...

oshawacliff · oshawacliff

400HP unit part #30003 https://fitechefi.com/ There is a $150.00 off deal..... peaked my interest. I have been getting terrible gas mileage with my 350 Crate in my Impala. I am running hei distributor. edelbrock intake and a edelbrock 1405 carb Use cruise control on the highway above 40 mph. No...

396 Big Block · 396 Big Block

Hi All, Im new to this forum and very excited to check it out. I am in the process of purchasing a 71 Acadian SS in fantastic shape. Theres not a lot of info on this model so let me describe it to you all 71 Acadian SS 396 BBC (72 Block), M22,373 Posi, 31Spline Axles, aftermarket Intake and carb, Gun Metal grey...

Bill shuba · Bill shuba

I took my gas tank out today..can't save it too badly dented up,the price of a new one if you can find one is crazy anyways took the sending unit out and have never seen one like it, its a canister, is the floats inside it and can you get to them to check it out or do youi replace the whole unit ?? thank you ...

cdnpont · cdnpont

Looking to buy a flywheel and a clutch kit. I'm looking at a RAM 1511 Billet steel, 10.5", 153 tooth SFI rated for the 327. Says it weighs 26 lbs. Drilled for a diaphragm type clutch unit. Is there a weight difference between a cast and billet FW? I know they are much stronger, but should any weight diffe...

cdnpont · cdnpont

Is the Z Bar engine ball stud the longer one with the bigger thread.. And the frame side, the shorter one with the smaller thread. Thanks,

SGS Welding · SGS Welding

I was wondering if any members have tried this engine in our heavy cars? chevy performance crate engine HT383 part number 19355720 330 hp approx 440 ft/lbs torque approx all done around 5000 rpm sounds right for a 67 Parisienne 2 speed powerfullglide any suggestions or experience??? thanks guys G...

4SPEED427 · 4SPEED427

I am looking online to try to find the correct air cleaner decals for my 66. I can find the "Pontiac 427" decal but underneath it would be a"JET FLAME 427 390 HORSEPOWER" and it appears nobody reproduces that one. Has anyone ever seen the Jet Flame decal reproduced listing the 390 horsepower? I can only f...

cdnpont · cdnpont

I'm wanting to restore my 67 327 Distributor. It has pretty low miles on it, and it's converted over to the basic Pertronix breakerless system. Is there much I can do to it (or need to do?)? I remember a post on this a ways back, but can't seem to find it. Also, should I do a new dist. gear owing to the purchase...

cdnpont · cdnpont

I have some seriously rusted in studs on my 327 rams horns. What is a surefire technique to get them out? I have a welder and can at least weld nuts to them. ...and while on the subject, what is a good grey coating to apply to them after blasting? Cheers, Mark

draft_man · draft_man

I was thinking of rebuilding My TH400 in my 65 Parisienne. As I know this is not the factory trans so I was wondering if I should put in something with overdrive like a 700R4. What seems to be the popular transmission choice if not original

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	STICKY: 65 B Body 4 speed conversion post. (Preview) I figure I might try to document the conversion of the 65 Laurentian, from power glide to a 4 speed Muncie M20. I'll ad that Carl Stevenson has been a invaluable resource on this conversion, and has helped me out immensely. thanks Carl! And be sure to check out Dave's conversion post sticky as well. I'll...	cdnpont	9	289	May 5th by Howmac
	STICKY: TH400. Build post, ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I've thought it might of of interest to document my TH400 build, hopefully sparking some discussion around of what is best. Like my rear end build, the transmission was originally one of those things "Black art" and best thought as being left to the pro's. I have had very good success with my 12 bolt bui...	cdnpont	44	6367	Feb 20, 2019 by Bill shuba
	STICKY: '65-'70 AUTOMATIC TO MANUAL TRANS CONVERSION (Preview) i've had past inquires about parts and info, thought i'd post some info and pictures for those who have thoughts about yanking gears. keep in mind, this is chevrolet, cdn pontiac. starting with the pedals, '65-'70 pedals are basically the same. '65-'68 pedals have the clutch pedal stop angled towa...	2drpost	24	8737	Jul 10, 2018 by seventy2plus2
	"Get the points out" SB 350 question (Preview) Todd suggested I go see Tiny's in Ingersoll, ON A long time Canadian Poncho friend. Other people have told me he is the best small block Chev guy around. After seeing my car he suggested that the points have to go. The biggest problem he said is that no one makes a decent set of points any more. He said I woul...	ABC123	22	363	yesterday by Taylor55
	Need quick fix or replacement for seized differential. Help appreciated (Preview) I have one of our members at my place in the lower mainland near Vancouver. He drove across the country for one of my cars. Putting it together, we see that the rear differential has seized. Im trying to attach a picture with the cover open. Im wondering if anyone has any advice on how to get this thing roll...	Mondo Poncho	6	187	September 2nd by Mondo Poncho
	2 barrel question single to dual exhaust (Preview) Say good bye to my "Dorky little pipe" This week I am upgrading to dual exhaust from the current low flow system. I have been told that this new free flowing system may not agree with my carburetor settings. I'm looking for thoughts from those whom had experience with a 2 barrel, dual exhaust set up. Th...	ABC123	18	443	August 21st by unruhjonny
	Gear Vendors Overdrive, on a Muncie M20 (Preview) https://www.gearvendors.com/product/manual-4-speed-muncie-m-202122-27-spline/	cdnpont	6	421	August 21st by dualquadpete

	350 numbers (Preview) Hello all can you help me figure this motor out,,year ect any info will help thank you !! 618 block heads 441 Z ? front casting numbers 791155811 TO6I HM	Bill shuba	6	299	July 20th by Bill shuba
	Recognize this distributor (Preview) Hi, i have a 67 Parisienne with a 283. Recently when i unplugged one of the spark wires from the distributor, i noticed the gromet came off with the wire (pictured) Is there a way to fix this? If i need a new cap, does anyone recognize this kind of distributor? Thanks -- Edited by Riddler on Friday 28th of Ju...	Riddler	4	244	July 17th by Riddler
	1966 Pontiac Grande Parisienne -427 engine looking for the original car ( 1 2 3 4 5 ) (Preview) I was fortunate to own a 66 Pontiac grande pariensene with an original 427 390HP in the late 80's. Like a doppy kid my desire was for the motor, not the car. In 1988, I pulled the 427 out, installed a 396 in the car and sold it to a guy who took it to Fort McMurray and have since heard the car is in Banff? The 42...	BB-Acadian	100	15512	July 15th by MC
	Considering EFI Tech 400 hp unit any feedback appreciated (Preview) 400HP unit part #30003 https://fitechefi.com/ There is a $150.00 off deal..... peaked my interest. I have been getting terrible gas mileage with my 350 Crate in my Impala. I am running hei distributor. edelbrock intake and a edelbrock 1405 carb Use cruise control on the highway above 40 mph. No...	oshawacliff	6	298	July 1st by koolconvertible
	71 Acadian SS (Preview) Hi All, Im new to this forum and very excited to check it out. I am in the process of purchasing a 71 Acadian SS in fantastic shape. Theres not a lot of info on this model so let me describe it to you all 71 Acadian SS 396 BBC (72 Block), M22,373 Posi, 31Spline Axles, aftermarket Intake and carb, Gun Metal grey...	396 Big Block	6	253	June 4th by seventy2plus2
	69 gas tank ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I took my gas tank out today..can't save it too badly dented up,the price of a new one if you can find one is crazy anyways took the sending unit out and have never seen one like it, its a canister, is the floats inside it and can you get to them to check it out or do youi replace the whole unit ?? thank you ...	Bill shuba	39	692	May 23rd by Bill shuba
	Flywheel questions, (Preview) Looking to buy a flywheel and a clutch kit. I'm looking at a RAM 1511 Billet steel, 10.5", 153 tooth SFI rated for the 327. Says it weighs 26 lbs. Drilled for a diaphragm type clutch unit. Is there a weight difference between a cast and billet FW? I know they are much stronger, but should any weight diffe...	cdnpont	1	182	May 14th by oshawacliff

	Z Bar Ball question; (Preview) Is the Z Bar engine ball stud the longer one with the bigger thread.. And the frame side, the shorter one with the smaller thread. Thanks,	cdnpont	2	197	May 11th by 4SPEED427
	Small Block Chevy questions (Preview) I was wondering if any members have tried this engine in our heavy cars? chevy performance crate engine HT383 part number 19355720 330 hp approx 440 ft/lbs torque approx all done around 5000 rpm sounds right for a 67 Parisienne 2 speed powerfullglide any suggestions or experience??? thanks guys G...	SGS Welding	8	345	May 1st by oshawacliff
	66 Air Cleaner Decal 427 Jet Flame ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) I am looking online to try to find the correct air cleaner decals for my 66. I can find the "Pontiac 427" decal but underneath it would be a"JET FLAME 427 390 HORSEPOWER" and it appears nobody reproduces that one. Has anyone ever seen the Jet Flame decal reproduced listing the 390 horsepower? I can only f...	4SPEED427	71	1292	April 18th by 4SPEED427
	Wanting to restore my 327 distributor. Is there much I should know? (Preview) I'm wanting to restore my 67 327 Distributor. It has pretty low miles on it, and it's converted over to the basic Pertronix breakerless system. Is there much I can do to it (or need to do?)? I remember a post on this a ways back, but can't seem to find it. Also, should I do a new dist. gear owing to the purchase...	cdnpont	5	462	April 9th by macsleuth
	Frozen/rusted exhaust manifold studs...how would you remove them? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I have some seriously rusted in studs on my 327 rams horns. What is a surefire technique to get them out? I have a welder and can at least weld nuts to them. ...and while on the subject, what is a good grey coating to apply to them after blasting? Cheers, Mark	cdnpont	27	736	April 8th by 4SPEED427
	th400 upgrade or rebuild (Preview) I was thinking of rebuilding My TH400 in my 65 Parisienne. As I know this is not the factory trans so I was wondering if I should put in something with overdrive like a 700R4. What seems to be the popular transmission choice if not original	draft_man	17	653	March 27th by 1965CS
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