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69 GTO U-joints
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Had anyone had an issue with finding the correct size u-jojnt? I have a 69 Gto convertible w/4 speed Muncie. It was originally an automatic. I ordered a pair of u joints, they were too big. New joints had 1.125" cups, mine are 1.060". I checked other 69 pontiac models and found the firebird had the size I n...
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Oldreliable
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Aluminum Rad...lesson learned.
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Here's an important tip for those choosing to use an aluminum rad for running up an engine on a stand. Use coolant, Never straight water. I used straight water. Drained it after testing the engine, but left it on the test stand hoses still connected. The residual water left in the bottom tank caused pin...
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cdnpont
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Diff sizes aussie full size
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very curious why my vert has 3.07 ratio diff as apposed to what is in all aussie built b bodies which is 3.55. Maybe because it was assembled in canada? Anywho, explains why it has terrible launch and is a bit uninspiring planting the boot even though it has the big block But is fantastic for a long high spe...
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koolconvertible
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Can a cooling fan be too close to a radiator?
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Ready to move into finishing the cooling on the 65. I had mocked up the aluminum rad on the large 67 spacer, and the fan sits really close to the rad. Close in like just a little bit better than 1/4" Might be able to gain a little more when everything gets bolted in. Still have to add tabs to the spacer to accom...
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cdnpont
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intake manifold help id
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i cant find the number for this manifold any where. Date code is K 6 7. so im thinking 1967 # is 3746833 GM 2 XF-1028 Thanks Percy PICS ADDED NOW it is a 4 bbl with 4 small holes -- Edited by flatop on Wednesday 26th of August 2020 01:...
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flatop
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1965 B body tailpipe exit question. Opinion.
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On a 65 CP 327 300HP V8, where and how would the tips exit if they extended all the way to the back? Would they look and be positioned similar to the 65 Impala seen below, less resonators? The pipes I have kind of exit a little way back from the WW opening. Stealthy. It might grow on me leaving them this way (o...
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cdnpont
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Quadrajet accelerator valve sticking
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67 Quadrajet The accelerator pump works once or twice then it hangs up halfway during the upstroke it gets stuck halfway then pops back to its ready position? need a new rubber? something to do with the checkball? Any help appreciated Im very green with carbureters Thanks Greg
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SGS Welding
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180 thermostat
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Does anyone know the G M part number for a quality 180 thermostat the guys in my local dealership tell me they just get them from car quest for those old engines lol this needs to fit a small block Chevy thanks Greg
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SGS Welding
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'67 283 oil leak
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Driver side under carburator. What part is this? It's leaking oil
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Riddler
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Got the pipes home. Now Questions.
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Got the exhaust system home after a very nice drive along 7 to Carlton place, and back home to the Kawartha's, north through Arnprior, Renfrew and Bancroft. Beautiful scenery, some eastern towns not yet seen, and the roads were actually pretty quiet. System is in very good shape so it seems to have bee...
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cdnpont
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Clutch question?
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Hi all, I have a 1965 standard (3 on the tree) I have a clutch question. When I start out in the morning the clutch engages quite nicely but as things heat up it tends to shutter going into gear. The whole car vibrates quite intensely. When I increase the RPM it overcomes this but its not really what I want to...
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Hobbes
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Looking for a Reliable Carburetor Rebuilder
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I need to have a concours quality rebuild of my Quadrajet carb. I've been looking online but can't seem to find out who is who in this business. There was a company called Carburetor Rebuilders on Eugene St. In Oshawa. Are they still in business and recommended? There is also a company in Oshawa called...
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It's time for a cam change in the 454
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I had my engine built in 2006, and chose an entire valve train from Comp Cams. I actually picked it up from Year One just outside Atlanta while in the area visiting family. From the start I had weak vacuum, resulting in non-working power brakes. I've tried a few things, including changing the intake...
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need help identify pistons
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1968 327 replacement,truck engine.piston number is 3796494.cant find any info on it.What im looking for is the pluc cc' measurement to use for calculating compression as I have a set of 58 cc' heads and don't want to be too high. thanks percy why are the rods red?
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flatop
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Drive belt
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So, I could use your help here gang. For 30 years, I have always had trouble with the belt running on the fan, radiator etc. They all seem to stretch so easily. I have to reposition the alternator on it's bracket frequently and now it is once again at it's full travel so that I cannot put anymore tension on t...
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Nice score today in my search for better launch.
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My little vert was not real good off he mark. Not really getting into the power band of the cam. Heavy car to get going.....worked out my diff ratio is 3.08. It is a posi which is pretty handy. More a highway kind of thing...have a set of closed chamber heads with larger valves to go on And some roller rocker...
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koolconvertible
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Posi identification
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Hi guys! So i ended up with a posi unit in a trade will This work in my 12 bolt?
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jonathanD
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2 barrel question
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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...
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ABC123
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Powershifting a stock Muncie shifter
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These things always get a bad rap. I rebuilt it with a new thicker shim, pivot pin and adjusted it just right. I'm not ready to blow up my 427 if I miss a gear but tonight I had the urge to do what I said I'd never do to this car, powershifting, just not at full throttle... [video=https://www.youtube.com/w...
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4SPEED427
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Drive belt just broke
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My V-shaped drive belt broke today, lucky I wasn't far from home. Will try to buy one tomorrow morning if stores are open otherwise will have to wait. I wonder should I leave 1/2 or 3/4 inch deflection? I don't want to put it too tight nor too loose. 67 Parisienne V8 with a 305 from a GMC pick-up instead of i...
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