Beaumont Power Train Tech Forum

Beaumont4008 · Beaumont4008

Any one got a set of 68-69 350 SM or BB frame mounts ? Not the 307 ones as are different. Looking for a set for my 69 Beaumont . Ian K

r66sd · r66sd

I have a original rochester 4 barrel carb on my 327 , that needs to be rebuilt . I have someone who is good at doing this ,but am trying to decide if it is better to pay him 300.00 to 400.00 to do this , or should I just get a new carb put on. If I go new, any suggestions on what make ,size etc. to use . Also would...

Johann65 · Johann65

I have reached a stage where my surfing the Net is not helping anymore. Can sombody please Help? Engine Number = 111467 (Z)BG The ZBG is a different punch appearance to 111467. (BG is not shown in registers, only BF & BH) CON2 = Conveyor 2 D159 = Apr 15 1969 3921968 = 230-250 CID engine. GM = GM 5T = ?...

68 427 · 68 427

CAN ANYONE TELL ME WHAT THIS REAR-END IS OUT OF AND WHAT GEARS WERE IN IT ORIGINALY. GOT IT FROM A 64 CHEVELLE AND CURRENTLY HAS 4:56 RATIO. STAMPED: KT 1201 B E CAST: GM7 3894939 THANX MIKE

68sd396 · 68sd396

My GM Paper work states my Beaumont suffix code is "JW" The car has 4W which seems correct. I cant find or even heard of JW. Anyone..????

65sssd · 65sssd

Both are very diffferent. If your running a 8cyl with a 6cyl setup you need to change that. Hope these pictures help.

wagon64sd · wagon64sd

I HAVE A LINE ON A 10 BOLT POSI FOR MY BEAUMONT I MIGHT BUY. THE DIFFERENTIAL COVER IS OFF AND THE FLUID IS DRAINED.WHAT SHOULD I BE LOOKING AT TO MAKE SURE IT`S NOT WORN OUT,I HERE IF ONE PERSON HOLDS ONE AXLE AND ANOTHER PERSON TRYS TO TURN THE OTHER IT SHOULDN`T TURN OR VERY HARD TO TURN IT`S A GOOD POSI,IF IT...

beaumontguru · beaumontguru

Does anyone have a good pic of a stock throttle return spring setup for 1967 283 cars (A-body). 2-barrel I think it runs back toward the coil area? Does it attach to the kick-down somehow???? And if so, how would it look for a Manual trans car then???? Also where is it hooked on the carb???? Also, the oi...

wagon64sd · wagon64sd

i`thinking of putting full roller rocker arms on my 283 would they clear the factory valve covers? i want it to look stock.

r66sd · r66sd

lHi guys looking for some advise as I am not mechanically inclined, so am trying to avoid the cost of takng the car to a garage to have the work done. I have had the threads re-tapped, and am using a triple oversize plug in the pan now,this is holding for now, but for how long, who knows. I have been able to fin...

65sssd · 65sssd

I have a vibration in my drive train. I have swapped out drive shafts and changed the muncie trans. I am wondering about the rear end but I havn't had a rear end that would do that. It has 411 gears in it right now but the last owner said that it always had that vibration, even with the stock gears. Would a ben...

Gengiskhan · Gengiskhan

Im trying to keep my 283 somewhat stock and have run into a little trouble.The only things im changing are cam and manifold.I have a Weiand 4 barrel manifold i wanted to use but the pcv filter under the stock manifold is in the way.This weiand is somewhat era correct as it has the provision for the oil fill...

65Camino · 65Camino

Where on the head would the casting number be? I am trying to find out what specs mine have. The engine is a 1985 LS-9 350. Thanks

65Camino · 65Camino

What do I have to do to install some Vortec heads on my 1985 LS-9 small block? I know I have to change the intake manifold. Are my exhaust manifolds compatible as well? Pistons? Thanks .d -- Edited by 65Camino at 10:14, 2008-11-05

Stephenzone · Stephenzone

this is info that i have assembled from old brochure. feel free to add or disprove A platform (Like a chevelle) Powerplant 64 65 66 67 68 69 194 L6 (120) X X X 230 L6 (140) X X X X X 230 L6 (155) X X 250 L6 (155) X 283 V8 (195) X X X X 283 V8 (220) X 307 V8 (200) X X 327 V8 (250) X X 327 V8 (275...

jimbeau · jimbeau

I was thinking about putting a 700r4 tranny into my 65 beaumont,anything I should look out for?

Gengiskhan · Gengiskhan

I have a 67 beaumont 2dr ht 283/2spd.I am in the process of restoring it.I am converting it from column shift with a bench to floor shift with buckets.My question is can i use my column shift linkage or do i need floor shift linkage.If i need different linkage can someone point me in the direction to pur...

59stratochiefwagon · 59stratochiefwagon

I have a BB 68 Chevelle rad that I was given and do not need so if someone wants the rad for the tanks let me know, Henry.

SD 396 · SD 396

Picked up my carb from the Carburetor Rebuilders in Toronto. They did a great job restoring it. Totally gone through and everything replated. I would recommend them to anyone. Great to deal with. 7029215 early production so there is no date stamp in the body. The date was stamped in the base. [IMG]h...

65Camino · 65Camino

Recently while driving my 65 BeauCamino the speedo went nuts and emitted a weird buzzing noise. The red needle then fell out. Returning home the centre piece that holds the needle fell out. Ever happen to you? Can I just rebuild the old speedo or should I get a new one?

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	Looking for v8 frame mounts 69 Beaumont (Preview) Any one got a set of 68-69 350 SM or BB frame mounts ? Not the 307 ones as are different. Looking for a set for my 69 Beaumont . Ian K	Beaumont4008	4	1445	May 22, 2009 by 2drpost
	Rochester carb, rebuild, or replace? (Preview) I have a original rochester 4 barrel carb on my 327 , that needs to be rebuilt . I have someone who is good at doing this ,but am trying to decide if it is better to pay him 300.00 to 400.00 to do this , or should I just get a new carb put on. If I go new, any suggestions on what make ,size etc. to use . Also would...	r66sd	15	8411	May 17, 2009 by 59poncho
	250 CID suffix and Casting codes (Preview) I have reached a stage where my surfing the Net is not helping anymore. Can sombody please Help? Engine Number = 111467 (Z)BG The ZBG is a different punch appearance to 111467. (BG is not shown in registers, only BF & BH) CON2 = Conveyor 2 D159 = Apr 15 1969 3921968 = 230-250 CID engine. GM = GM 5T = ?...	Johann65	5	9493	May 10, 2009 by Johann65
	12 BOLT I.D. (Preview) CAN ANYONE TELL ME WHAT THIS REAR-END IS OUT OF AND WHAT GEARS WERE IN IT ORIGINALY. GOT IT FROM A 64 CHEVELLE AND CURRENTLY HAS 4:56 RATIO. STAMPED: KT 1201 B E CAST: GM7 3894939 THANX MIKE	68 427	15	3356	May 8, 2009 by 68 427
	396 Big Block Suffix Codes (Preview) My GM Paper work states my Beaumont suffix code is "JW" The car has 4W which seems correct. I cant find or even heard of JW. Anyone..????	68sd396	6	5446	Apr 26, 2009 by Keith Tedford
	65 Beaumont V-8 and 6cyl fan should setup for 65acadiantoplist (Preview) Both are very diffferent. If your running a 8cyl with a 6cyl setup you need to change that. Hope these pictures help.	65sssd	0	1190	Apr 25, 2009 by 65sssd
	POSI REAREND (Preview) I HAVE A LINE ON A 10 BOLT POSI FOR MY BEAUMONT I MIGHT BUY. THE DIFFERENTIAL COVER IS OFF AND THE FLUID IS DRAINED.WHAT SHOULD I BE LOOKING AT TO MAKE SURE IT`S NOT WORN OUT,I HERE IF ONE PERSON HOLDS ONE AXLE AND ANOTHER PERSON TRYS TO TURN THE OTHER IT SHOULDN`T TURN OR VERY HARD TO TURN IT`S A GOOD POSI,IF IT...	wagon64sd	4	2032	Feb 27, 2009 by ak 67sd
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	67 283 throttle return spring ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Does anyone have a good pic of a stock throttle return spring setup for 1967 283 cars (A-body). 2-barrel I think it runs back toward the coil area? Does it attach to the kick-down somehow???? And if so, how would it look for a Manual trans car then???? Also where is it hooked on the carb???? Also, the oi...	beaumontguru	26	2873	Feb 14, 2009 by beaumontguru
	roller rockers (Preview) i`thinking of putting full roller rocker arms on my 283 would they clear the factory valve covers? i want it to look stock.	wagon64sd	11	1561	Feb 12, 2009 by ak 67sd
	stripped threads on oil pan 66 beaumont 327 (Preview) lHi guys looking for some advise as I am not mechanically inclined, so am trying to avoid the cost of takng the car to a garage to have the work done. I have had the threads re-tapped, and am using a triple oversize plug in the pan now,this is holding for now, but for how long, who knows. I have been able to fin...	r66sd	8	1931	Jan 7, 2009 by r66sd
	65 Beaumont Vibration ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I have a vibration in my drive train. I have swapped out drive shafts and changed the muncie trans. I am wondering about the rear end but I havn't had a rear end that would do that. It has 411 gears in it right now but the last owner said that it always had that vibration, even with the stock gears. Would a ben...	65sssd	37	3426	Jan 7, 2009 by 65sssd
	Need some help (Preview) Im trying to keep my 283 somewhat stock and have run into a little trouble.The only things im changing are cam and manifold.I have a Weiand 4 barrel manifold i wanted to use but the pcv filter under the stock manifold is in the way.This weiand is somewhat era correct as it has the provision for the oil fill...	Gengiskhan	10	1998	Dec 5, 2008 by 4SPEED427
	Decoding cylinder heads (Preview) Where on the head would the casting number be? I am trying to find out what specs mine have. The engine is a 1985 LS-9 350. Thanks	65Camino	0	1341	Nov 6, 2008 by 65Camino
	Vortec heads in the El C (Preview) What do I have to do to install some Vortec heads on my 1985 LS-9 small block? I know I have to change the intake manifold. Are my exhaust manifolds compatible as well? Pistons? Thanks .d -- Edited by 65Camino at 10:14, 2008-11-05	65Camino	0	1577	Nov 5, 2008 by 65Camino
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	motor/transmission run in Beaumonts (Preview) this is info that i have assembled from old brochure. feel free to add or disprove A platform (Like a chevelle) Powerplant 64 65 66 67 68 69 194 L6 (120) X X X 230 L6 (140) X X X X X 230 L6 (155) X X 250 L6 (155) X 283 V8 (195) X X X X 283 V8 (220) X 307 V8 (200) X X 327 V8 (250) X X 327 V8 (275...	Stephenzone	6	1964	Sep 16, 2008 by jfkheat
	700r4 (Preview) I was thinking about putting a 700r4 tranny into my 65 beaumont,anything I should look out for?	jimbeau	12	1800	Sep 12, 2008 by ak 67sd
	need some help (Preview) I have a 67 beaumont 2dr ht 283/2spd.I am in the process of restoring it.I am converting it from column shift with a bench to floor shift with buckets.My question is can i use my column shift linkage or do i need floor shift linkage.If i need different linkage can someone point me in the direction to pur...	Gengiskhan	3	1449	Aug 27, 2008 by Scott
	BB 68 Chevelle rad (Preview) I have a BB 68 Chevelle rad that I was given and do not need so if someone wants the rad for the tanks let me know, Henry.	59stratochiefwagon	0	1502	Jul 11, 2008 by 59stratochiefwagon
	1969 350HP 4 speed carburetor (Preview) Picked up my carb from the Carburetor Rebuilders in Toronto. They did a great job restoring it. Totally gone through and everything replated. I would recommend them to anyone. Great to deal with. 7029215 early production so there is no date stamp in the body. The date was stamped in the base. [IMG]h...	SD 396	9	2189	Jul 11, 2008 by 59stratochiefwagon
	Speedometer (Preview) Recently while driving my 65 BeauCamino the speedo went nuts and emitted a weird buzzing noise. The red needle then fell out. Returning home the centre piece that holds the needle fell out. Ever happen to you? Can I just rebuild the old speedo or should I get a new one?	65Camino	4	1739	Apr 20, 2008 by 73SC
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