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jim larson · jim larson

I see my radiator is leaking again where to top tank is soddered to the core. I tried to fix before and will try again. But wondering if there is a special kind of sodder to use. I plan to wait until the car is put away for the winter. Any special tips here as to removal of old sodder, cleaning the area, and w...

Enganeer · Enganeer

Guys, My house storage is maxed out right now and I might be picking up a another car (not a chevelle though) and wondering what people do for storage options. I could store along side the garage but would prefer indoors. Thanks, John

Jon H · Jon H

Not really a new topic since it has been dragging out for over a year now. Anyway, the car went in last week and the engine got pulled and off to Wheeler's for a break down, inspection and rebuild. I hope to hear something this week as to what they have found regarding anything out of spec. At least GMPP...

bowtie · bowtie

Did GM use a rubber filler piece at the corners of the rear bumper on the 68-72 era Chevelles? I believe the Montes had them, and the 73-> era cars had them. I did find a listing for a 69 Councours, but I can't confirm if that's the exact piece. My car is pretty well original in the body aspects, and I don't...

4-door Chevelle · 4-door Chevelle

Thank God it only scuffed the fender a bit. Being it appears to not broken through the clear coat what should I use to buff it up a bit? I think rubbing compound is not necessary and polishing compound still too harsh. Should I just use a paste wax and should I apply it by hand or use the buffer on a low settin...

dashboard · dashboard

For the guys that have the done LT, LS swap what have you done/used for an emergency fuel pump shut off?

John D · John D

Got the exhaust repaired on the "Green Mary" today, and got her home. Up in the air with it to replace the air-shock lines... what drips in my face? Brake fluid. Had to make a quasi-panic stop on the way home from the shop and must have found the weak point in the (rusty) LR line. It's weeping from the 1st do...

bowtie · bowtie

New (to me) good mark cowl hood (non functional) that was never painted. Got a great deal, now I need to find the paint code for faded and chipped tomato-ish red.

jim larson · jim larson

http://midamericachevelles.com/Fan_Clutch_Adjust.pdf

bowtie · bowtie

Covering the 2 doors on a 4' cabinet in my garage. Anyone have some spares? I don't want to duplicate what I already have, so post what you have and we can figure it out from there. I have a bunch of others too, maybe I can trade some?

Tim H · Tim H

Did a little work on the convert the past couple of weeks. It's a blast to drive. It has a 496, 350 turbo and a 12 bolt posi. -- Edited by Tim H on Sunday 26th of August 2012 06:28:47 PM

Lost in the 60s · Lost in the 60s

http://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-thermocoustic-material.html

Tim H · Tim H

I am going to get moving on my orange 70 again this fall and finish it over the winter. I repainted it in May or June (can't remember the exact day or week) it still needs to be cut and buffed. The engine is complete I just need to take it to the dyno. The engine is a 1970 3963512 454 block that is stroked and bore...

bowtie · bowtie

Rolled in for my chassis dyno session this morning at TPIS in Chaska. They use an axle dyno vs roller drum style. Nice since there's no chance of slipping. They have adapters that bolt to your axles, and then the sides mount to that. Some would call them portable, but they're more like moveable. When it w...

jim larson · jim larson

http://corvettec3.ca/ramps.htm Looks interesting. A option for Kevin so he can have a ramp/lift for both the el camino and the buick.

dashboard · dashboard

Not much is happening in the projects section so I’ll post this. How many remember these? When’s the last time you used a dwell meter? Just doing a little updating on the Buick, off to Dons soon to spin up the updated dizzy and check out the curve. Seats are in the shop being recovered, should get the car...

67ss · 67ss

Here is a link to a friends 66 chevelle LS swap project. Thought you would like to see what he is doing.http://ls1tech.com/forums/forced-induction/1421645-66-chevelle-lq4-gt4276-build-thread.html

OscarZ · OscarZ

Dropped the buckets I got out of that El Camino last year of at Fred's to get redone. I took a bunch of before photos and will take some after as well. Before shots:

67ss · 67ss

I dropped the camaro at TPIS this afternoon. They are going to dyno tune it for me so it will be ready to rock and roll. Hope to have it back by the weekend. I will post some numbers on how it turns out.

dashboard · dashboard

Jim, What all do you think is involved in doing the conversion from factory non- AC to factory AC and keeping it stock looking?

SShink · SShink

Chevelle is up on the trailer. Truck is full of gas. Couldn't sleep the last 2 nights & up before 6:30 a.m. on the weekend. Going drag racing? Fallen into the 'trailer queen' club going to a show? Stay tuned... sam...

GG 1969 Convert · GG 1969 Convert

Hi - I am need of some help restoring my 1969 Chevelle Convertible. It previously underwent a rotisserrie restoration. It is painted, the engine is in (not running yet), no interior. I need help putting the last of the pieces in place. I had a someone else dismantle the car (now I am lost) and I woul...

Tony Hoffer · Tony Hoffer

Got sidetracked with the kids today... Work begins Sunday. -- Edited by Tony Hoffer on Wednesday 13th of April 2011 09:01:48 PM

dashboard · dashboard

WTB, trade, swap, steal…. A body lower boxed control arms or non box that can be modified to box. Rear anti sway bar. 70-72 non SS clock. And who knows what else as this project unfolds.

John D · John D

Grab a sammitch & a beer - this is a long one... Ever since I did the LT1/4L60e conversion (and bought the spendy modified 700r4 tailcone) the dang speedometer has been wrong... always between 5 to 10 mph slow. When I ordered the tailcone conversion kit, it asked very specific questions about tire...

dashboard · dashboard

This is my first Buick; ya I know it’s a Chevelle, El Camino site but it’s a A body. I know less about Buick rear ends than I do about Chevy’s. So what rear end is this? Will it handle 350-400HP? Are the numbers in the same place as GM?

John D · John D

As most know by now, something let go on my 6th pass at Rock Falls. Initially it was thought to be the torque converter, but un-bolting it from the engine and firing it up revealed otherwise. The engine holds oil pressure, runs smoothly, but has a nasty clatter. I've checked the valvetrain, and no bent p...

bowtie · bowtie

My 72 has a rattle, found it last night. My ebrake crossover cable is rubbing on the front u-joint/yoke. Didn't before until I used the shorter tranny mount. I want to see how they are supposed to look because I don't think mine is right, even though it hasn't been changed (one of the few things on this car...

OscarZ · OscarZ

Went over to Chris P.'s today and he went through my carb. It was actually pretty clean just old dried gaskets that stuck to things rather stubbornly. He took it apart farther than I ever had so it was a good learning experience and I would be comfortable going that far into it myself if the need ever aris...

John D · John D

Blackie's still apart, but the "new" LT-1 is on the stand & ready. Been focusing mainly on aquatic projects... new bearings, races & seals on the boat trailer, replacing the wiring on the boat trailer (total corroded spagetti soup), and a total machine compounding, buff & wax job on the...

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	Fixing a radiator leak?'s (Preview) I see my radiator is leaking again where to top tank is soddered to the core. I tried to fix before and will try again. But wondering if there is a special kind of sodder to use. I plan to wait until the car is put away for the winter. Any special tips here as to removal of old sodder, cleaning the area, and w...	jim larson	4	731	Oct 6, 2012 by jim larson
	Storage options for project cars (Preview) Guys, My house storage is maxed out right now and I might be picking up a another car (not a chevelle though) and wondering what people do for storage options. I could store along side the garage but would prefer indoors. Thanks, John	Enganeer	12	793	Oct 3, 2012 by Derek69SS
	The engine is out AGAIN..... (Preview) Not really a new topic since it has been dragging out for over a year now. Anyway, the car went in last week and the engine got pulled and off to Wheeler's for a break down, inspection and rebuild. I hope to hear something this week as to what they have found regarding anything out of spec. At least GMPP...	Jon H	7	809	Sep 27, 2012 by Jon H
	restoration question-rear bumper corner filler (Preview) Did GM use a rubber filler piece at the corners of the rear bumper on the 68-72 era Chevelles? I believe the Montes had them, and the 73-> era cars had them. I did find a listing for a 69 Councours, but I can't confirm if that's the exact piece. My car is pretty well original in the body aspects, and I don't...	bowtie	9	1008	Sep 24, 2012 by bowtie
	Tree fell on Chevelle! (Preview) Thank God it only scuffed the fender a bit. Being it appears to not broken through the clear coat what should I use to buff it up a bit? I think rubbing compound is not necessary and polishing compound still too harsh. Should I just use a paste wax and should I apply it by hand or use the buffer on a low settin...	4-door Chevelle	7	900	Sep 23, 2012 by 4-door Chevelle
	LT, LS Swap (Preview) For the guys that have the done LT, LS swap what have you done/used for an emergency fuel pump shut off?	dashboard	21	1216	Sep 15, 2012 by bowtie
	Arrggg - Green Mary (Preview) Got the exhaust repaired on the "Green Mary" today, and got her home. Up in the air with it to replace the air-shock lines... what drips in my face? Brake fluid. Had to make a quasi-panic stop on the way home from the shop and must have found the weak point in the (rusty) LR line. It's weeping from the 1st do...	John D	13	919	Sep 12, 2012 by John D
	I got a new hood (Preview) New (to me) good mark cowl hood (non functional) that was never painted. Got a great deal, now I need to find the paint code for faded and chipped tomato-ish red.	bowtie	9	866	Sep 9, 2012 by bowtie
	How to adjust a fan clutch (Preview) http://midamericachevelles.com/Fan_Clutch_Adjust.pdf	jim larson	0	521	Sep 8, 2012 by jim larson
	Looking for contingency decals (Preview) Covering the 2 doors on a 4' cabinet in my garage. Anyone have some spares? I don't want to duplicate what I already have, so post what you have and we can figure it out from there. I have a bunch of others too, maybe I can trade some?	bowtie	6	799	Sep 2, 2012 by Jon H
	Mini Buff and Shine (Preview) Did a little work on the convert the past couple of weeks. It's a blast to drive. It has a 496, 350 turbo and a 12 bolt posi. -- Edited by Tim H on Sunday 26th of August 2012 06:28:47 PM	Tim H	1	584	Aug 27, 2012 by SShink
	Eastwood sound deadener on SALE untill 8/19!! (Preview) http://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-thermocoustic-material.html	Lost in the 60s	4	566	Aug 20, 2012 by John D
	70 Buff and Shine (Preview) I am going to get moving on my orange 70 again this fall and finish it over the winter. I repainted it in May or June (can't remember the exact day or week) it still needs to be cut and buffed. The engine is complete I just need to take it to the dyno. The engine is a 1970 3963512 454 block that is stroked and bore...	Tim H	8	969	Aug 15, 2012 by dashboard
	Seriously? Dyno day @ TPIS results (Preview) Rolled in for my chassis dyno session this morning at TPIS in Chaska. They use an axle dyno vs roller drum style. Nice since there's no chance of slipping. They have adapters that bolt to your axles, and then the sides mount to that. Some would call them portable, but they're more like moveable. When it w...	bowtie	5	1633	Aug 9, 2012 by dashboard
	Car Ramps for someone on a budget that likes to work with wood (Preview) http://corvettec3.ca/ramps.htm Looks interesting. A option for Kevin so he can have a ramp/lift for both the el camino and the buick.	jim larson	9	2114	Aug 2, 2012 by John D
	Remember when (Preview) Not much is happening in the projects section so I’ll post this. How many remember these? When’s the last time you used a dwell meter? Just doing a little updating on the Buick, off to Dons soon to spin up the updated dizzy and check out the curve. Seats are in the shop being recovered, should get the car...	dashboard	29	1791	Jul 30, 2012 by Lost in the 60s
	Friends 66 chevelle LS engine swap (Preview) Here is a link to a friends 66 chevelle LS swap project. Thought you would like to see what he is doing.http://ls1tech.com/forums/forced-induction/1421645-66-chevelle-lq4-gt4276-build-thread.html	67ss	21	5358	Jul 16, 2012 by bowtie
	Bucket Seat Redo (Preview) Dropped the buckets I got out of that El Camino last year of at Fred's to get redone. I took a bunch of before photos and will take some after as well. Before shots:	OscarZ	10	1606	Jul 14, 2012 by SShink
	car is getting tuned (Preview) I dropped the camaro at TPIS this afternoon. They are going to dyno tune it for me so it will be ready to rock and roll. Hope to have it back by the weekend. I will post some numbers on how it turns out.	67ss	35	1573	Jul 10, 2012 by bowtie
	66 Factory AC (Preview) Jim, What all do you think is involved in doing the conversion from factory non- AC to factory AC and keeping it stock looking?	dashboard	1	970	Jul 6, 2012 by jim larson
	What does THIS mean? (Preview) Chevelle is up on the trailer. Truck is full of gas. Couldn't sleep the last 2 nights & up before 6:30 a.m. on the weekend. Going drag racing? Fallen into the 'trailer queen' club going to a show? Stay tuned... sam...	SShink	47	5363	Jul 5, 2012 by dashboard
	1969 Chevelle Mechanic/restorer (Preview) Hi - I am need of some help restoring my 1969 Chevelle Convertible. It previously underwent a rotisserrie restoration. It is painted, the engine is in (not running yet), no interior. I need help putting the last of the pieces in place. I had a someone else dismantle the car (now I am lost) and I woul...	GG 1969 Convert	9	1633	Jul 3, 2012 by Chris R
	Suspension and ignition upgrades ( 1 2 3 ) (Preview) Got sidetracked with the kids today... Work begins Sunday. -- Edited by Tony Hoffer on Wednesday 13th of April 2011 09:01:48 PM	Tony Hoffer	119	6537	Jun 30, 2012 by Tony Hoffer
	WTB (Preview) WTB, trade, swap, steal…. A body lower boxed control arms or non box that can be modified to box. Rear anti sway bar. 70-72 non SS clock. And who knows what else as this project unfolds.	dashboard	42	1419	Jun 29, 2012 by John D
	Speedometer reading wrong/off (Preview) Grab a sammitch & a beer - this is a long one... Ever since I did the LT1/4L60e conversion (and bought the spendy modified 700r4 tailcone) the dang speedometer has been wrong... always between 5 to 10 mph slow. When I ordered the tailcone conversion kit, it asked very specific questions about tire...	John D	7	1734	Jun 29, 2012 by John D
	Rear End Discussion (Preview) This is my first Buick; ya I know it’s a Chevelle, El Camino site but it’s a A body. I know less about Buick rear ends than I do about Chevy’s. So what rear end is this? Will it handle 350-400HP? Are the numbers in the same place as GM?	dashboard	4	1043	Jun 27, 2012 by Enganeer
	'96 LT-1 / 4L60e Autopsy underway... (Preview) As most know by now, something let go on my 6th pass at Rock Falls. Initially it was thought to be the torque converter, but un-bolting it from the engine and firing it up revealed otherwise. The engine holds oil pressure, runs smoothly, but has a nasty clatter. I've checked the valvetrain, and no bent p...	John D	48	2611	Jun 26, 2012 by Lost in the 60s
	I need an undercarraige picture (Preview) My 72 has a rattle, found it last night. My ebrake crossover cable is rubbing on the front u-joint/yoke. Didn't before until I used the shorter tranny mount. I want to see how they are supposed to look because I don't think mine is right, even though it hasn't been changed (one of the few things on this car...	bowtie	11	917	Jun 22, 2012 by Lost in the 60s
	Carb redo - Thanks Chris P.! (Preview) Went over to Chris P.'s today and he went through my carb. It was actually pretty clean just old dried gaskets that stuck to things rather stubbornly. He took it apart farther than I ever had so it was a good learning experience and I would be comfortable going that far into it myself if the need ever aris...	OscarZ	1	710	Jun 18, 2012 by 67ss
	Thwarting "Mechanical Mayhem" (Preview) Blackie's still apart, but the "new" LT-1 is on the stand & ready. Been focusing mainly on aquatic projects... new bearings, races & seals on the boat trailer, replacing the wiring on the boat trailer (total corroded spagetti soup), and a total machine compounding, buff & wax job on the...	John D	5	817	Jun 14, 2012 by John D
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