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Lost in the 60s · Lost in the 60s

I have been very busy this year getting the existing building so I can work in it this winter. Barb and I have been installing more posts and joists to support a ceiling/insulation. Then we put up 48" wide by 6" thick coated insulation on the walls. I also, modified the first 2 trusses and added 2 more for a...

SShink · SShink

I just had rotator cuff surgery on my right shoulder and have the green light to get a lift from the procurement director since she doesn't want me laying on the ground when working on cars anymore, so wondering what recommendations you guys have for 4 post 'hobby' level lifts? My garage concrete is thi...

ghaasl · ghaasl

Forward me the email about next week’s meeting/cruise. I inadvertently deleted it. Thanks. ghaasl@yahoo.com

more ambition than brains · more ambition than brains

Ron, Scot and I have three (3) tilt columns that all need a "hug" There have been some conversations on a "guy" that is well versed on these. Could anyone supply contact info? Karl

ghaasl · ghaasl

Started the car at work yesterday and the starter stayed engaged and kept cranking. I’m hoping I got the engine shut down before I did major damage to the flexplate. The starter finally stopped cranking after I slammed the door shut. I was able to fire it right back up with no problems aside from an un...

jim larson · jim larson

I am in the process of swapping a 2004r for the current th350. It requires moving the Crossmember trany mount points back approximately 4”. Aftermarket crossmembers are available; but for $300 or more. This is in a convertible ; but same concept as a 2 or 4 door. i have read about cutting off the mount...

cooz65 · cooz65

I've got a 97 (I think) Yamaha Big Bear 350 4 wheeler. If you pull start it, there's spark. If you push the starter button, the starter spins the motor, but no spark/start. It'll start easy enough pull starting it, until it's on the compression stroke, and yanks the rope right out of your hands and words c...

Dave Seitz · Dave Seitz

At work many of the things I do must be torqued to a set spec. Some are listed with a dry torque, some with a Never Seize, Lock Tight Red or Blue. The cool Torque wrench has you scan the item, serial # then employee badge. Wireless digital wrench that vibrates when the preset number and it flashes on hand But...

SShink · SShink

I reached out to the GM Heritage Center in Canada for the docs on the '69 Malibu vert since the trim tag indicated it was built there and delivered to Salisbury Chev in NY, then had a window sticker put together. I had a window sticker on the '72 vert that the previous owner had made up, and a lot of people lik...

jim larson · jim larson

Well the rear blinkers work, brake lights do not? Rear running lights do not work; but front head lights and running lights work. Haven't yet check the rear back-up lights. All lights worked a couple of weeks ago or even as late as last week. -- Edited by jim larson on Monday 20th of July 2020 03:51:53...

BLyke · BLyke

Went over 1000 miles for the year this morning and happy to report the car is running well and a pleasure to drive. Lots to due once winter comes but it is in the "nice to have" category

jim larson · jim larson

I have rebuilt my Eaton 12 bolt. This is a Dana 10 bolt posi. It looks similar to the Eaton units except for the spring set up. Some experienced guy may have done a few Dana units or could figure out how to remove an re-install the springs.

jim larson · jim larson

I only found one in St Paul. Who would be a reliable rebuilder to go to her in the Mpls/ St. Paul area/ -- Edited by jim larson on Thursday 13th of August 2020 09:56:59 AM

jim larson · jim larson

1777509 Thinking this is a good price but a little leary. He also rebuilds 700R for $800 and other conversion. No core, TQ, and delivery within a 200 mile radius.

BLyke · BLyke

Wondering what recommendation's from what you are using as a plug-in USB port(s) to charge phone in Chevelle cigarette lighter?

jim larson · jim larson

I want to add gauges to the blue malibu. Car already has old Sun tack. Thinking od adding an oil, temp, and ammeter gauge.

Dave Seitz · Dave Seitz

I picked up a floor scrubber buffer but it has no pads. Anyone in the club have pads so I can test it out? After open to the club members to use to scrub polish and wax their wives kitchen floors. Or if you desire scrub the garage / shop floor so you can show it off. -- Edited by Dave Seitz on Friday 10th of July...

jim larson · jim larson

I am sending whats remaining to the scrap metal yard. Mostly sheet metal thats left, doors, rear package tray and rusted metal. Maybe someone wants sheet metal from parts of doors or package tray. Going out next week.

BLyke · BLyke

I had a deal with Cheryl that once the car was done we would update the front Garage. We wrapped it up this weekend. Had the floor redone by a guy who had a booth at Hastings the past few years. And yes, it still has a small leak, much smaller than earlier this year. Cardboard will have to do until winter. -- E...

Jon H · Jon H

This may be a repeat of an old post, but if not enjoy. This is a website featuring the original factory brochures for nearly every American car you have ever owned.Pick the manufacturer, the year and the model. Enjoy!http://www.lov2xlr8.no/broch1.html

BLyke · BLyke

from the HAMB, the one "old" chevelle

jim larson · jim larson

Yes first time with more than 6 gallons of gas. So out it must come, no lift in my garage. Hope it’s just the gasket. My first hope gas line proved not to be true. any special installation tips. I was told to install dielectric grease on O rings and any gasket surface that something turned on like the fu...

Lost in the 60s · Lost in the 60s

I don't know how many that attend this, but we have been going for the past several years. It has been cancelled, and tentatively, rescheduled for October 2-4. This is where Porky's went and is still operational, providing food to attendees. There are about 100 old buildings to go thru and see and MANY...

jim larson · jim larson

Anyone with experience with this? Had been working. Any suggestion? Thanks

jim larson · jim larson

What to do? I see some expensive products online. Do they work? What do you convertible owners recommend for cleaning and restoring the top. Thanks

Derek69SS · Derek69SS

Looks like the world has gone nuts up there in the Minneapolis/St.Paul area and into surrounding suburbs. Please stay safe, friends... if anyone is too close to the action for comfort and needs to bug-out over the weekend, let us know if we can help.

SShink · SShink

I saw this ad on-line for a numbers matching '70 SS with a 396 and figured it's 'too good to be true' FOR $18,500 but thought I'd reach out anyway. LINK TO AD Gotta love the response

:Claudia Stanley <cstandley59@comcast.net>To: Thu, May 28 at 10:43 AM Hello, I'm Claudia I'm th...

40 Watt Garage getting a new Member · John D

Don't know if it'll be testosterone or estrogen biased, but darling daughter is about 1/2-way along! (Couldn't post anything until she gave the "OK") Lemme tell ya, it's a weird experience having your kid having a kid!

jim larson · jim larson

Not an immediate change; but wondering if I would run into problem. Currently its a 76 or 73 350 block with th350 and a deco HEI dist. Thinking of using a Winter intake or the current edelbrook performer intake on a Gen I SB. What I am wondering is if I keep the current th350 and Intake if I will be able to i...

jim larson · jim larson

Going to be driving the convert I got last fall as I plan to finish the trunk work this week. Could someone explain how a TQ works and how it acts. As you may know I am having issues with the 350 SB and 350TH that replaced the original 327 and PG. If you recall, It will kill unless I have the rpms up at 1100 whe...

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	"new to me" shop upgrades. (Preview) I have been very busy this year getting the existing building so I can work in it this winter. Barb and I have been installing more posts and joists to support a ceiling/insulation. Then we put up 48" wide by 6" thick coated insulation on the walls. I also, modified the first 2 trusses and added 2 more for a...	Lost in the 60s	14	3625	Sep 20, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	Looking for 4 post lift recommendations (Preview) I just had rotator cuff surgery on my right shoulder and have the green light to get a lift from the procurement director since she doesn't want me laying on the ground when working on cars anymore, so wondering what recommendations you guys have for 4 post 'hobby' level lifts? My garage concrete is thi...	SShink	27	1217	Sep 15, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	Can anyone...... (Preview) Forward me the email about next week’s meeting/cruise. I inadvertently deleted it. Thanks. ghaasl@yahoo.com	ghaasl	0	657	Sep 13, 2020 by ghaasl
	Tilt 66 columns (Preview) Ron, Scot and I have three (3) tilt columns that all need a "hug" There have been some conversations on a "guy" that is well versed on these. Could anyone supply contact info? Karl	more ambition than brains	6	737	Sep 10, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	Solenoid or ignition cylinder? (Preview) Started the car at work yesterday and the starter stayed engaged and kept cranking. I’m hoping I got the engine shut down before I did major damage to the flexplate. The starter finally stopped cranking after I slammed the door shut. I was able to fire it right back up with no problems aside from an un...	ghaasl	4	801	Sep 4, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	Has anyone with a 64-66 installed a 2004r and modified their transmission Crossmember or modified the frame mounting? (Preview) I am in the process of swapping a 2004r for the current th350. It requires moving the Crossmember trany mount points back approximately 4”. Aftermarket crossmembers are available; but for $300 or more. This is in a convertible ; but same concept as a 2 or 4 door. i have read about cutting off the mount...	jim larson	35	1006	Sep 3, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	4 wheeler wiring diagram - no spark 50/50 (Preview) I've got a 97 (I think) Yamaha Big Bear 350 4 wheeler. If you pull start it, there's spark. If you push the starter button, the starter spins the motor, but no spark/start. It'll start easy enough pull starting it, until it's on the compression stroke, and yanks the rope right out of your hands and words c...	cooz65	2	404	Aug 30, 2020 by cooz65
	Torque Wrenches (Preview) At work many of the things I do must be torqued to a set spec. Some are listed with a dry torque, some with a Never Seize, Lock Tight Red or Blue. The cool Torque wrench has you scan the item, serial # then employee badge. Wireless digital wrench that vibrates when the preset number and it flashes on hand But...	Dave Seitz	4	561	Aug 11, 2020 by SShink
	Built in Canada...Eh (Preview) I reached out to the GM Heritage Center in Canada for the docs on the '69 Malibu vert since the trim tag indicated it was built there and delivered to Salisbury Chev in NY, then had a window sticker put together. I had a window sticker on the '72 vert that the previous owner had made up, and a lot of people lik...	SShink	6	742	Aug 4, 2020 by SShink
	Light issue, where do I start looking? (Preview) Well the rear blinkers work, brake lights do not? Rear running lights do not work; but front head lights and running lights work. Haven't yet check the rear back-up lights. All lights worked a couple of weeks ago or even as late as last week. -- Edited by jim larson on Monday 20th of July 2020 03:51:53...	jim larson	7	796	Jul 26, 2020 by jim larson
	All okay at 1K (Preview) Went over 1000 miles for the year this morning and happy to report the car is running well and a pleasure to drive. Lots to due once winter comes but it is in the "nice to have" category	BLyke	9	842	Jul 22, 2020 by BLyke
	Looking for a recommendation for someone to rebuild a Dana posi (Preview) I have rebuilt my Eaton 12 bolt. This is a Dana 10 bolt posi. It looks similar to the Eaton units except for the spring set up. Some experienced guy may have done a few Dana units or could figure out how to remove an re-install the springs.	jim larson	0	598	Jul 18, 2020 by jim larson
	Recommendation for 2004R. transmission rebuilds (Preview) I only found one in St Paul. Who would be a reliable rebuilder to go to her in the Mpls/ St. Paul area/ -- Edited by jim larson on Thursday 13th of August 2020 09:56:59 AM	jim larson	7	2515	Jul 18, 2020 by more ambition than brains
	Good Price or Too Risky (Preview) 1777509 Thinking this is a good price but a little leary. He also rebuilds 700R for $800 and other conversion. No core, TQ, and delivery within a 200 mile radius.	jim larson	2	596	Jul 17, 2020 by Derek69SS
	Recommended USB to charge phone in Lighter (Preview) Wondering what recommendation's from what you are using as a plug-in USB port(s) to charge phone in Chevelle cigarette lighter?	BLyke	2	788	Jul 12, 2020 by dashboard
	What time frame were these Sun gauges used? (Preview) I want to add gauges to the blue malibu. Car already has old Sun tack. Thinking od adding an oil, temp, and ammeter gauge.	jim larson	0	757	Jul 10, 2020 by jim larson
	Floor Scrubber Buffer (Preview) I picked up a floor scrubber buffer but it has no pads. Anyone in the club have pads so I can test it out? After open to the club members to use to scrub polish and wax their wives kitchen floors. Or if you desire scrub the garage / shop floor so you can show it off. -- Edited by Dave Seitz on Friday 10th of July...	Dave Seitz	0	415	Jul 10, 2020 by Dave Seitz
	Want anything from a 66 4 Door Hard Top? (Preview) I am sending whats remaining to the scrap metal yard. Mostly sheet metal thats left, doors, rear package tray and rusted metal. Maybe someone wants sheet metal from parts of doors or package tray. Going out next week.	jim larson	5	446	Jul 8, 2020 by more ambition than brains
	Garage update (Preview) I had a deal with Cheryl that once the car was done we would update the front Garage. We wrapped it up this weekend. Had the floor redone by a guy who had a booth at Hastings the past few years. And yes, it still has a small leak, much smaller than earlier this year. Cardboard will have to do until winter. -- E...	BLyke	6	561	Jun 29, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	Car Brochures (Preview) This may be a repeat of an old post, but if not enjoy. This is a website featuring the original factory brochures for nearly every American car you have ever owned.Pick the manufacturer, the year and the model. Enjoy!http://www.lov2xlr8.no/broch1.html	Jon H	1	540	Jun 24, 2020 by Derek69SS
	In case you missed the original introduction in 1964 (Preview) from the HAMB, the one "old" chevelle	BLyke	0	409	Jun 21, 2020 by BLyke
	Any tip for installing fuel tank sending unit gasket? (Preview) Yes first time with more than 6 gallons of gas. So out it must come, no lift in my garage. Hope it’s just the gasket. My first hope gas line proved not to be true. any special installation tips. I was told to install dielectric grease on O rings and any gasket surface that something turned on like the fu...	jim larson	14	800	Jun 18, 2020 by jim larson
	Little Log House Power Show (Preview) I don't know how many that attend this, but we have been going for the past several years. It has been cancelled, and tentatively, rescheduled for October 2-4. This is where Porky's went and is still operational, providing food to attendees. There are about 100 old buildings to go thru and see and MANY...	Lost in the 60s	0	417	Jun 18, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	66 tilt column stuck in up position yesterday (Preview) Anyone with experience with this? Had been working. Any suggestion? Thanks	jim larson	8	465	Jun 8, 2020 by jim larson
	Recommendations for cleaning and restoring Tops (Preview) What to do? I see some expensive products online. Do they work? What do you convertible owners recommend for cleaning and restoring the top. Thanks	jim larson	5	501	Jun 7, 2020 by Bobs_Place
	Minneapolis/St.Paul friends (Preview) Looks like the world has gone nuts up there in the Minneapolis/St.Paul area and into surrounding suburbs. Please stay safe, friends... if anyone is too close to the action for comfort and needs to bug-out over the weekend, let us know if we can help.	Derek69SS	7	667	May 30, 2020 by Chris R
	Thought you'd enjoy this one...'70 SS scam (Preview) I saw this ad on-line for a numbers matching '70 SS with a 396 and figured it's 'too good to be true' FOR $18,500 but thought I'd reach out anyway. LINK TO AD Gotta love the response :Claudia Stanley <cstandley59@comcast.net>To: Thu, May 28 at 10:43 AM Hello, I'm Claudia I'm th...	SShink	2	418	May 28, 2020 by SShink
	40 Watt Garage getting a new Member (Preview) Don't know if it'll be testosterone or estrogen biased, but darling daughter is about 1/2-way along! (Couldn't post anything until she gave the "OK") Lemme tell ya, it's a weird experience having your kid having a kid!	John D	5	438	May 27, 2020 by OscarZ
	Questions on ignition when going from HEI on performer intake with auto th350 to 60's SB dist (Preview) Not an immediate change; but wondering if I would run into problem. Currently its a 76 or 73 350 block with th350 and a deco HEI dist. Thinking of using a Winter intake or the current edelbrook performer intake on a Gen I SB. What I am wondering is if I keep the current th350 and Intake if I will be able to i...	jim larson	2	291	May 27, 2020 by Lost in the 60s
	Effects and how does a Torque Converter work? (Preview) Going to be driving the convert I got last fall as I plan to finish the trunk work this week. Could someone explain how a TQ works and how it acts. As you may know I am having issues with the 350 SB and 350TH that replaced the original 327 and PG. If you recall, It will kill unless I have the rpms up at 1100 whe...	jim larson	42	1108	May 23, 2020 by Bobs_Place
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