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STICKY:
65 B Body 4 speed conversion post.
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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...
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TH400. Build post,
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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...
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'65-'70 AUTOMATIC TO MANUAL TRANS CONVERSION
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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...
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69 gas tank
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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 ...
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Flywheel questions,
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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...
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Z Bar Ball question;
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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,
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350 numbers
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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
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Gear Vendors Overdrive, on a Muncie M20
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Since the topic of overdrive is hot, https://www.rcnmag.com/d-i-y/updated-drivetrain https://www.gearvendors.com/product/manual-4-speed-muncie-m-202122-27-spline/
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Small Block Chevy questions
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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...
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66 Air Cleaner Decal 427 Jet Flame
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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...
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Wanting to restore my 327 distributor. Is there much I should know?
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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...
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Frozen/rusted exhaust manifold studs...how would you remove them?
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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
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th400 upgrade or rebuild
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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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1967 327 Power steering bracket...help!
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Guys, Can you help me figure out what I need to complete the power steering bracket setup on my 67 327? In mocking it up before paint, I think I have the correct 67 pump cradle bracket and pump. The bracket that goes across from the motor mount boss to manifold is a maybe, but it appears I've misplaced the re...
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427 Conversion
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I suspect there are many others on here who love searching out parts for their old cars when they do conversions, upgrades, whatever. I am almost done my 427 conversion and am making an effort to keep it looking very "1966" as much as possible, but I'm still on a budget (part time worker, you know....) An...
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396 427 Dipstick and Tube Info Wanted 1968 - 1970
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Would someone have a dipstick and tube that they know is from a 68-70 B body 396 427 or 454? I would like to get some dimensions off the stick and tube. I suspect I don't have the right pieces for the oil pan I have on my car which is from those years. Thanks!
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Clutch fork boot still available from GM
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When you get tired of me posting up about stuff you can still get new from GM, either just tell me, or ignore these posts! When I was working on my engine swap I noticed my clutch fork boot was basically junk, full of cracks. Low and behold, a part number changeup later, I had a current number, ordered the bo...
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GM Big Block PCV Hose Still Available New
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Every so often an oddball little part is still available from GM for our old cars. This is one of them. I ordered it last week because I didn't like a piece of straight bulk PCV hose, it takes too big an area to get from the carb to the PCV valve in the left valve cover. This hose, as you can see, has a nice molded...
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LUK Clutch Review
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So for my upcoming swap I decided on a LUK clutch. I have always heard good things about them but recently someone on here had a bad experience with one. However, I decided to go with a LUK in spite of that because the dealership I work at buys a lot of jobber parts from a local supplier. We buy so much there th...
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Anyone use this aluminum radiator?
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I'm planning ahead for my big block swap. Has anyone tried one of these? I like that it looks so original, and Auto City Glass has been a great place to deal, in my experience. https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1965-1966-1967-1968-1969-1970-CHEVY-IMPALA-BEL-AIR-CAPRICE-BISCAYNE-RADIATOR-/291519...
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