Beaumont Power Train Tech Forum

blackbird307 · blackbird307

I have a 1966 Pontiac Beaumont. Old engine was a straight 6. I am using a different bell housing, different pressure plate/clutch (12in), different stud (adjustable), different throwout bearing (adjustable) and a v8, but I am still using the same clutch fork. I seem to be having problems with the cl...

jmont64 · jmont64

I bought a new fuel pump last week for my 283 and it takes major push to move the rod. With my old ones I could push it with my hand without much difficulty but this one I have to grab it and push it down against the bench. Is that normal or is this stiffer than what it should be? I'd appreciate an expert opini...

Tenrag · Tenrag

Hi guys. New issue to deal with... my car seems to have a no-spark condition that keeps returning. I'm running a Pertronix Igniter set under the distributor cap now as opposed to original points and condenser. The Pertronix was fine for about 600 miles the first time, then the spark on the negative sid...

Deluxe68 · Deluxe68

Has anyone installed or had any experience with driveshaft safety loops for a 68 Beaumont. Preferably a bolt on unit and not through the floor boards. I have tried a few universal ones but without success.

u2easy · u2easy

Hey all, I am in the process of putting a parts list for my rear diff. Just wanted to be sure that these cars are same as Chevelle, 8.2 GM 10 Bolt, NOT Pontiac correct? I am having a hell of a time finding any numbers stamped on it to help me figure it out. Its a 64 Beaumont 4 door sedan with C-Clip Axles and wha...

Beau 69 · Beau 69

https://www.instagram.com/p/BEcZ3WVHWDB/?taken-by=hpicustoms-- Edited by Beau 69 on Wed...

427carl · 427carl

http://www.ontariorodders.activeboard.com/t61222745/beaumont-madness/

blackbird307 · blackbird307

I am having problems with my steering column. Whenever I shift between 2nd and 3rd, it's nice and smooth. But when I shift between 1st and reverse, I have to almost force down really hard and fast just to go into reverse. The whole steering column shakes too while I do it. I can go from 1st to neutral with no...

Lancer · Lancer

I am attempting to put a 350 with 8" Harmonic Balancer into my 65 Beaumont. I want the original look with the Alternator on right, with the original power steering pump with short water pump. Does the top of the steering pump bracket go behind the motor mount or is it attached to the exhaust mani...

wagon64sd · wagon64sd

I`LL BE PUTTING A HOT LITTLE 350 IN MY BEAUMONT AND TRYING TO KEEP IT STOCK LOOKING.I WOULD LIKE TO GO WITH THE SHORT WATER PUMP AND KEEP THE ALTERNATOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE,NOW WHEN IT COME TO THE POWER STEERING THE BIG 8" BALANCER ON THE 350 WILL NOT CLEAR THE LOWER P/S BRACKET FROM THE 283,MY QUESTI...

Captain Beaumont · Captain Beaumont

So I got a 8.5 posi but its for a f body(nova, firebird) could I find an A body 8.5 peg leg and swap out the carrier ? or should I keep looking for an A body posi

magsbeaumont · magsbeaumont

I am doing a frame off resto on my vert...I now have a fresh 396 sitting in the car that requires start up an break in. I have run new engine and forward lamp wiring harnesses. Need to know if the following plan will work. Have engine harness hooked up to starter/distributor, have forward lamp harness...

JetRider · JetRider

Last summer had my engine rebuilt and i am finding it running at 200 degrees on the highway and by the time im at the 2nd light in city im at 210 plus and we are talking a 20 degree day.The rad that is currently in the car is a Harrison 3 core that im trying to get converted to a 4 core.First rad shop said that it ca...

Beau 69 · Beau 69

Not sure of category Speedometer is out 50% roughly need driven gear change in housing. TH 350- 3.55 ratio- 27.4 In tire diameter. Looks like change to light green 34 tooth driven gear, not sure of drive gear tooth count????????????? Any help or charts available or anyone who has made change for accur...

JJ · JJ

I was wondering if anybody can help me out with my carb. Its a Rochester in 68 396 and when I punch it the four barrel dont open up. It may open about 5% of the time any ideas would be great.

65sssd · 65sssd

Does anybody know where to find a good one piece early small journal 327 oil filter adapter?

Beaumontster · Beaumontster

I'm going to look at a 12 bolt rear end today but dont know much about them. if I turn a wheel in forward direction the other side should turn Bacwards? forwards? its on the ground so will have to raise it to do that . are there any other ways to get a positive ID? If I take the rear cover off im not sure I could tel...

bzbaz63 · bzbaz63

Had a needle bearing go on my solid roller cam . That is the new cam beside it . Was XR286 , now XR280

chevyman_01 · chevyman_01

My father and I have two 66 Beaumonts with l34 option the engines are missing from both cars does anyone know the block numbers that would be correct for these cars ? Thanks

GrtDanes · GrtDanes

Hi everyone.My buddy has a 68 Beau supposily with a 350 in it.Heres the kicker.They say the engine came out of a 56 chevy,then put in it,the #s on the block said its a 350 but it only has 2 frost plugs on each side??? Anyone have an idea what this engine actually is or came from?Thanks for any info.

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	Clutch fork compatibility (Preview) I have a 1966 Pontiac Beaumont. Old engine was a straight 6. I am using a different bell housing, different pressure plate/clutch (12in), different stud (adjustable), different throwout bearing (adjustable) and a v8, but I am still using the same clutch fork. I seem to be having problems with the cl...	blackbird307	0	1765	Jul 18, 2016 by blackbird307
	How much force should it take to move the fuel pump rod? (Preview) I bought a new fuel pump last week for my 283 and it takes major push to move the rod. With my old ones I could push it with my hand without much difficulty but this one I have to grab it and push it down against the bench. Is that normal or is this stiffer than what it should be? I'd appreciate an expert opini...	jmont64	7	3290	Jul 12, 2016 by jmont64
	Recurring No-Spark Condition (Preview) Hi guys. New issue to deal with... my car seems to have a no-spark condition that keeps returning. I'm running a Pertronix Igniter set under the distributor cap now as opposed to original points and condenser. The Pertronix was fine for about 600 miles the first time, then the spark on the negative sid...	Tenrag	20	4208	Jun 3, 2016 by koolconvertible
	Driveshaft Safety Loop (Preview) Has anyone installed or had any experience with driveshaft safety loops for a 68 Beaumont. Preferably a bolt on unit and not through the floor boards. I have tried a few universal ones but without success.	Deluxe68	12	2883	May 18, 2016 by pudge444
	Rear Axle Info (Preview) Hey all, I am in the process of putting a parts list for my rear diff. Just wanted to be sure that these cars are same as Chevelle, 8.2 GM 10 Bolt, NOT Pontiac correct? I am having a hell of a time finding any numbers stamped on it to help me figure it out. Its a 64 Beaumont 4 door sedan with C-Clip Axles and wha...	u2easy	4	2172	May 9, 2016 by 65 SD L79
	69 Beaumont back to Life (Preview) https://www.instagram.com/p/BEcZ3WVHWDB/?taken-by=hpicustoms-- Edited by Beau 69 on Wed...	Beau 69	9	2201	Apr 22, 2016 by Beau 69
	Beaumont Madness (Preview) http://www.ontariorodders.activeboard.com/t61222745/beaumont-madness/	427carl	7	2069	Feb 19, 2016 by Paulish
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	66 beaumont 3 speed shifter problems. (Preview) I am having problems with my steering column. Whenever I shift between 2nd and 3rd, it's nice and smooth. But when I shift between 1st and reverse, I have to almost force down really hard and fast just to go into reverse. The whole steering column shakes too while I do it. I can go from 1st to neutral with no...	blackbird307	8	2023	Sep 26, 2015 by jmont64
	Will a 350 8" Harmonic Balancer work with alternator on right and original power steering pump with short water pump? (Preview) I am attempting to put a 350 with 8" Harmonic Balancer into my 65 Beaumont. I want the original look with the Alternator on right, with the original power steering pump with short water pump. Does the top of the steering pump bracket go behind the motor mount or is it attached to the exhaust mani...	Lancer	1	1215	Aug 8, 2015 by Islander
	283 350 HARMONIC BALANCER INTERCHANGE? (Preview) I`LL BE PUTTING A HOT LITTLE 350 IN MY BEAUMONT AND TRYING TO KEEP IT STOCK LOOKING.I WOULD LIKE TO GO WITH THE SHORT WATER PUMP AND KEEP THE ALTERNATOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE,NOW WHEN IT COME TO THE POWER STEERING THE BIG 8" BALANCER ON THE 350 WILL NOT CLEAR THE LOWER P/S BRACKET FROM THE 283,MY QUESTI...	wagon64sd	11	5006	Aug 5, 2015 by Lancer
	8.5 differential swap (Preview) So I got a 8.5 posi but its for a f body(nova, firebird) could I find an A body 8.5 peg leg and swap out the carrier ? or should I keep looking for an A body posi	Captain Beaumont	12	1607	Aug 2, 2015 by Captain Beaumont
	69 Beaumont - Breaking In Fresh 396 (Preview) I am doing a frame off resto on my vert...I now have a fresh 396 sitting in the car that requires start up an break in. I have run new engine and forward lamp wiring harnesses. Need to know if the following plan will work. Have engine harness hooked up to starter/distributor, have forward lamp harness...	magsbeaumont	3	1473	May 26, 2015 by magsbeaumont
	67 SD running hot!! ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Last summer had my engine rebuilt and i am finding it running at 200 degrees on the highway and by the time im at the 2nd light in city im at 210 plus and we are talking a 20 degree day.The rad that is currently in the car is a Harrison 3 core that im trying to get converted to a 4 core.First rad shop said that it ca...	JetRider	35	3530	May 11, 2015 by DEJ
	Speedo driven gear change (Preview) Not sure of category Speedometer is out 50% roughly need driven gear change in housing. TH 350- 3.55 ratio- 27.4 In tire diameter. Looks like change to light green 34 tooth driven gear, not sure of drive gear tooth count????????????? Any help or charts available or anyone who has made change for accur...	Beau 69	5	1666	Apr 18, 2015 by jfkheat
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	Carb (Preview) I was wondering if anybody can help me out with my carb. Its a Rochester in 68 396 and when I punch it the four barrel dont open up. It may open about 5% of the time any ideas would be great.	JJ	16	2260	Apr 13, 2015 by GLHS60
	Early 327 one piece oil filter adapter? Where? What! ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Does anybody know where to find a good one piece early small journal 327 oil filter adapter?	65sssd	30	6745	Apr 11, 2015 by Beaumont4008
	12 bolt rear end? (Preview) I'm going to look at a 12 bolt rear end today but dont know much about them. if I turn a wheel in forward direction the other side should turn Bacwards? forwards? its on the ground so will have to raise it to do that . are there any other ways to get a positive ID? If I take the rear cover off im not sure I could tel...	Beaumontster	6	1639	Apr 6, 2015 by HonestDave
	Comp Cam Solid Roller Needle Bearing (Preview) Had a needle bearing go on my solid roller cam . That is the new cam beside it . Was XR286 , now XR280	bzbaz63	1	1028	Apr 4, 2015 by JC2+2
	66 SD L34 (Preview) My father and I have two 66 Beaumonts with l34 option the engines are missing from both cars does anyone know the block numbers that would be correct for these cars ? Thanks	chevyman_01	3	1513	Jan 31, 2015 by 427carl
	Engine gurus ??? (Preview) Hi everyone.My buddy has a 68 Beau supposily with a 350 in it.Heres the kicker.They say the engine came out of a 56 chevy,then put in it,the #s on the block said its a 350 but it only has 2 frost plugs on each side??? Anyone have an idea what this engine actually is or came from?Thanks for any info.	GrtDanes	5	1664	Jan 28, 2015 by 427carl
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