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How they built 1995 Caprices
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Step 1 = hang the 2 rear shock absorbers on a jig Step 2 = build the entire friggin' car around them!! Spent most of the afternoon, and up until about 45 mins ago putting new air shocks on the "Green Mary". I really want to find the accountant and/or engineer that decided not to use trap-nuts on the upper sho...
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John D
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Article on Hyd Lifter in Sept Car Craft Issue.
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There is an interested article in the Sept issue of car craft for you guys that are thinking about going back to hydraulic lifter's. Deals with short travel lifter retrofit for hyd lifters.
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Does this PS Pump have one (1) or two (2) Mounting Pads?
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Looking to order the correct PS Pump seal kit. But I have no idea if this has 1 or 2 mounting pads. Think it is the original 66 BB PS Pump. Two different kits depending upon the number of mounting pads. Can you help me? Thanks.
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jim larson
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Should I Re-Torque Head Bolts?
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I had the engine apart this winter. Was wondering if it was a good Idea to re-torque the head bolts? Thanks
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jim larson
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66 Chevelle/Corvette BB Fan Clutch
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Just got my fan clutch back from being restored. This is the Eaton fan clutch, that was used on 65-68 chevelles with a BB and the short water pump. Used in the K02 option or the C60 air conditioning option. Different from the SB fan clutch in that the mounting height was 1.5" instead of the 1.7 mount...
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jim larson
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Disposing of old gas?
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Decided I should probably drain the old gas out of my tank before trying to get the Chevelle back on the road. What do I do with it once it's out? I'm already expecting it to be a chore being my only container is a 5 gallon gas can and my means af transporting it is the trunk of my car. Since I'll need to make 3...
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OscarZ
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Antenna question 1970
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I have a question on a fender mounted antenna for a 1970 Chevelle. I have a original passenger fender that has a factory reinforced opening for a antenna on the fender. I see that the windshield antenna is actually listed as an option but I don't see any 70's with a fender antenna. Can anyone shed some lig...
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Tim H
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Differential Leaking through casting?
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Anyone had this happen? I just filled the differential on the 80 Camaro, and it is leaking through the casting, just behind the pinion. I have attached a photo. Is there something one can do to seal this? Appreciate any feedback. Loren
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69SSConv
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Fuel Injection Capable Fuel Tank
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Kicking around the winter project of converting my carb'd LS style engine to fuel injection. When I go to EFI I plan on ditching the noisey (and often cutting out) electric pump for an in tank fuel pump, and go with the corvette filter regulator combo most LS guys are going with. This should only requir...
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seagrams72
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AC question
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I have been searching and reading but cannot figure out which is the low side port of my stock 72 system ... help!?!
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How to: reseal vent window
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I already re-sealed the left side without taking any pics so I documented the right side as I did it tonight. This really isn't hard, just takes some time and patience. I bought Metro Moulded seals and they fit very well. The only thing that isn't an exact match is the large rubber seal at the front doesn...
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Lost in the 60s
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Cylinder index increase... 8 more.
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Picked up a new project/daily driver yesterday - the replacement for my F-150. I really need something that'll carry 4 full-size people, the doggie, a lake-load of crap, and occasionally tow the boat... the truck would do all of this, but NOT the 4 adults. I'm going to have to tease y'all for awhile, u...
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John D
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66-67 front fenders braces
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So I picked up a couple front fenders for my car yesterday that need a little work. But I thought the fender braces were not available but after a little searching it appears they are. Here is a link for anybody that is interested. Ecklers chevelle has them to but are a little more expensive. http://www...
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67ss
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Looking for tips about cleaning and storing a block?
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IPicked up an old bb this summer for a possible future project. Did a preliminary cleaning and just got if back from the machine shop where it was jet cleaned and maged. Everything good, no cracks. Look like all that would be needed is a bore, hone the lifter and main bores, etc. Got It home and I want...
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jim larson
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New pics of the '66 Malibu Wagon
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Painted over the ugly silver stripes on the tops of the quarters, and put my old 17s on it... working on getting it in "sell-able" condition. We've put around 300 miles on it so far this summer... been busy. Shortly after we started driving it, I needed the garage space for getting the Model T...
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Is this 66 wagon too big a project?
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http://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/2484673624.html Looks interesting. What do you think?? Can it be finished for under $10,000?
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jim larson
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Crazy Thought
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You know those really old cars you see at shows with the look-alike trailer behind them? Wouldn't that look cool behind my Chevelle??? Crazy, I know.
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More Goodies...
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I started getting the fuel system upgrades in place today. Had to order some stuff from Jeg's but got the new carb installed and hooked up. It works great- it's SO nice to have a functioning choke again. What a luxury... The upgrades will include the Holley 750 Ultra Double Pumper, Holley mechanical fu...
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Dyno Day
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Stay tuned for the You Tube video, something went Boom.
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seagrams72
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Car pics
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I hope this works computor is working now so I thought I would try some pics, Nothing to ooow and ahhh just got the serpintine belt system painted,installed and eletric fans mounted on the radiator and installed. Still alot of work to go. Baby steps I guess
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yellowbowtie
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Replace or not?
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Looking for some feedback on my Father/Son project (80 Camaro). Removed the diferential and now pulling out the leaf springs. Would you replace them or just clean them up and install new bushings? The back of the car is not sagging, sits like I would expect it to? Looking for opinions, I only want t...
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69SSConv
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Decal Question
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Looking for some feedback on engine compartment decals. Would you bother with adding the decals for 396/325 hp on the air cleaner, being I am not running stock intake, valve covers, air cleaner, etc? Does it add or make it not look right?
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Front Bumper Project
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My Chevelle's front bumper is pretty rough with dents, scratches, and some rust. I picked up Darren's front bumper and brackets and it's in very good condition. A little polishing and it will be a great driver quality piece. I've removed the current bumper and will salvage the brackets. The bolts...
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SShink
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Cars Apart - 72' LSx/ 200-4r Winter Projects
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I have picked up parts from a few members within the last month so I figured I would post my winter project. This is how it went in the garage in October. There was quite a few loose ends I didn't tie before getting it back on the road, some squeaks and rattles that need quieting as well as a few performance im...
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seagrams72
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Cooling Blues....
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I found a shop in Anoka, in the old NAPA store building. "Tom's Radiators" Went up there today and dropped off my original '65 2-row Harrison. We chatted awhile and Tom showed me some of his work. (I don't know jack about recoring a radiator, but the massive Mopar unit he just finished and showed me looke...
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John D
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Made power, not parts!!!!
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Dyno results for my 57 Chevy motor are in. I picked it up today. A little less then expected because of a cam phaser issue. About 10 hp on top end. They said I should not twist it that high with stock cast pistons and rod bolts anyways. Rev limiter set at 6400 rpm now. See attached dyno sheet. 400 plus torque...
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200-4R is in, 12 bolt? Not so much?
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Well decided to tackle the 200-4R swap and 12 bolt posi swap today. Had the TH350 out and 2004R bolted in within 1 1/2 to 2 hours, went smooth. Still have to hook up the TV cable, and convert the shifter to the Overdrive, plate and adjust the shifter cable. Still motivated I went after the 12bolt, everyt...
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69SSConv
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Access to a mill?
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Does anyone have access to a mill? I need to adjust the starter base to starter pinion distance. I believe that the starter holes in the block were off from the factory and they put the starter too far away from the flexplate. I am currently around .080"+ clearance between the teeth and need to b...
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Enganeer
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New project new car
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Well I picked up that 92 Camaro today, well the owner was going to let me use his trailer then since he had it loaded dropped it off over here. His son was a little upset and told the dad it is worth more then what I gave for it. Son also told dada it has a $3000 stereo system in it and dad should pull it out. Nope it...
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Dave Seitz
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Picked up a 1 1/8" front anti-sway bar-Met a nice guy
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Found a 1 1/8" stock front anti-sway bar on CL in Stillwater, and picked it up this a.m. Needs to be cleaned up and painted, but is in good shape. The one on the Chevelle is a 15/16 diameter. Free to anyone that wants the 15/16 one. In fact I have 2 that are free now... The guy selling it was cool to...
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