Re: [Chevelle-list] IL bill to ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems

[Pelle Andersson]

Geesus!

I thought the Swedish bureaucrats where bad ;-)

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- Original Message - 
From: "Krister Meister" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" 
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 11:36 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] IL bill to ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems






Any IL Chevelle people I encourage you to call the senators listed below
and pass this on.  It is very easy - call, they ask name, city and just
tell them you oppose - simple as that.  They are trying to pass a bill  "no
aftermarket exhaust systems"  for our cars.  I just saw this posted our
clubs website and would like to pass this on.

Thank you,

Krister

SEMA ALERT: Immediate Attention Required


Illinois Bill to Ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems on the Move



A bill (H.B. 2221) to ban vehicles equipped with a "muffler or exhaust
system that clearly has been modified to amplify or increase the noise of
the vehicle" was introduced at the last minute and is moving through the
Illinois Legislature at breakneck speed. Under the bill, vehicles
determined to have been modified by virtue of a "visual observation" will
fail emissions inspection.

Time is of the Essence! We Urge You to Call or Fax Members of the Senate
Environment and Energy Committee (List Attached) Immediately to Oppose H.B.
2221

This Bill:


** ignores the fact that aftermarket exhaust systems are designed to make
vehicles run more efficiently without increasing emissions.


** does not supply emissions inspectors with a clear standard to enforce
(e.g. decibel limit under a sound test procedure),
allowing them to make subjective judgments based on "visual observations"
on whether or not a modified exhaust system is in
violation. 



** fails to recognize that aftermarket exhaust systems offer increased
performance, which can make a vehicle safer by improving its ability to
merge, pass, travel uphill, etc.


** would make it impossible for hobbyists to replace factory exhaust
systems with more durable, better performing options.


Call or fax (no e-mail addresses available) members of the Senate
Environment and Energy Committee immediately to oppose H.B. 2221. This
bill tramples on the rights of vehicle enthusiasts in Illinois.

Illinois Senate Environment and Energy Committee


James F. Clayborne, Jr. Antonio Munoz William R.
Haine Don Harmon
(217) 782-5399 217-782-9415
217-782-5247 217-782-8176
(618) 274-3010 FAX 773-869-9046 FAX
618-465-4816 FAX 708-848-2022 FAX

Rickey R. Hendon Mike Jacobs
Donne E. Trotter Dave Sullivan
(217) 782-6252
217-782-5957 217-782-3201
217-782-3875
(773) 265-8617
FAX
773-933-5498 FAX 847-734-0036 FAX

Kirk W. Dillard Steve Rauschenberger Peter
Roskam Dan Rutherford
(217) 782-8148
217-782-7746 217-782-8022
217-782-6597
(630) 969-1007 FAX 847-622-0948 FAX
630-690-4505 FAX 815-842-2875 FAX

Re: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug

[toms64]

Ok guys what it is,it's a pipe plug and if it's stuburn and you can get a pipe 
wrench on the pipe plug go for it. Use the big guns and reefe on the pipe 
wrench that's what they're for. 
> 
> From: Krister Meister <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Date: 2005/05/27 Fri AM 09:44:24 EDT
> To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
> CC: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net,  [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> It's a threaded plug with four sides.  As already mentioned you would need
> an 8 sided socket (9/16 ?) and would trust this method over an open end
> wrench since it is not moving.  Try some penetrating oil then heat.  Work
> it back and forth.  Once off, the trans lube should be level with the
> bottom of the fill hole.  When reinstalling marginal tight is good enough.
> 
> Krister Meister
> Bloomingdale, IL
> '66 SS #'s
> 
> 
>   
>   
>   "Dale"  
>   
>   <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>  To:   "'The 
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>   [EMAIL PROTECTED]Fax to:
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> [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug  
>   
>   
>   
>   
>   05/27/2005 07:15 AM 
>   
>   Please respond to The   
>   
>   Chevelle Mailing List   
>   
>   
>   
>   
>   
> 
> 
> 
> 
> And if the fill plug hasn't been out in quite a while, it could be a real
> bear to remove.
> 
> Dale McIntosh
> -Original Message-
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Herb Lumpp
> Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 4:38 AM
> To: The Chevelle Mailing List
> Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug
> 
> Hi Tom,
> 
> It sounds like you need to get a square socket (4 sided) vice a hexagon
> (more common 6 sided).
> 
> Herb Lumpp
> http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm
> 
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mark Schwartz
> Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 1:35 AM
> To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net
> Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug
> 
> 
> HI All,
> 
> I have a muncie 4 speed in my 69 chevelle.  I want to verify that the fluid
> level is at the
> proper height.  I went tonight to take off the cover for the fill hole.  I
> can't figure out if
> it's a press in plug or a bolt in.  The cover looks similar to a nut but
> with a stem on it.  Neither
> fits a bolt and with a vise grip using moderate pressure it didn't move.
> Can someone tell me how
> to get this bolt/plug off?
> 
> thanks
> Thomas
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 

[Chevelle-list] 1969 proportioning valve question.

[dgage]

Can some body please tell me which lines go where? I'm switching over to
front disc brakes on my 68 SS Chevelle. I bought a front disc brake
proportioning valve off of a 69 SS chevelle. There is a line coming out of
it in the front. And a line coming off of the bottom. Not sure where to
hook them up. Some valves I've seen have four lines coming out of them.
Will this one that I have with just two lines work OK? Thanks ahead of
time for any help.Dennis

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Heads

[Z16CHEVELLEGUY]

In a message dated 5/27/2005 9:26:11 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
3933148 

393314869-84...oval...OPEN...'69 396/265hp, 366T, 427T, 112cc 
chamber

RE: [Chevelle-list] Ignition Switch Wiring

[Crazy Rusty]

Is the ignition switch positioned
correctly?  I’ve seen this when the rod and the switch aren’t
aligned properly.  Like the switch is a bit too far down the steering
column so the rod always has it one position ahead (or something like that)

 









From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
Behalf Of RJ Winkler
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 8:54 PM
To: 'The
 Chevelle Mailing List'
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Ignition
Switch Wiring



 

Hey list,

   
Here’s the latest problem I’ve come up with.  My friend has a
1967 mustang and just built a 302 to put in it.  We wired everything up
and for some reason the starter cranks the motor over when the key is in the ON
position instead of the START position.  We went over the diagrams and
connections all day and got nowhere.  It’s a little off topic but if
anyone has any input on how to fix it please let me know. Thanks –RJ Winkler

[Chevelle-list] 396 Heads

[RJ Winkler]

Hey guys one more thing,

    I found this pair of heads and was wondering
what your thought on them would be.  I’m trying to build a 396 with 350
to 400 hp.  This guy wants 400 for the pair and they’re completely rebuilt
and ready to bolt on.  Thanks for your thoughts. –RJ Winkler

 

    


 
  
   
  
 


 


 
  
  
  CASTING # 3933148 YEARS: 69-84
  PORTS:oval OPEN CHAMBER: 112cc VALVES: INTAKE 2.15 EXHAUST 1.75 The heads are
  ready to run: New com cam springs P/N 911-16, Valve job, New intake and
  exhaust valve guides, and both heads re-surfaced. I have receipts for all the
  work. I just got these from the shop today and I was going to use these on my
  427 project but, went with a sbc instead. I can pack these VERY well and keep
  shipping cost light since I ship heavy products from here all day. Good luck
  and e-mail me with any questions. 
  
  
 


 

[Chevelle-list] Ignition Switch Wiring

[RJ Winkler]

Hey list,

    Here’s the latest problem I’ve come
up with.  My friend has a 1967 mustang and just built a 302 to put in it.  We
wired everything up and for some reason the starter cranks the motor over when
the key is in the ON position instead of the START position.  We went over the
diagrams and connections all day and got nowhere.  It’s a little off
topic but if anyone has any input on how to fix it please let me know. Thanks –RJ
Winkler

Re: [Chevelle-list] IL bill to ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems

[Zieg72]

Illinois don't test but in a few counties and only back to 75 I think 
anyway.  I think they are trying to get after those megaphone mufflers on 
those rice burners that are really loud.


- Original Message - 
From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "The Chevelle Mailing List" 


Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 8:51 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] IL bill to ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems



I just installed a new exhaust system today on my 69 El Camino. Bet those
Illinois politicians wouldn't like mine. 
Clint Hooper
H&H Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
- Original Message - 
From: "Dennis Kiernan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>


Krister Meister wrote:
>
> Any IL Chevelle people I encourage you to call the senators listed 
> below

> and pass this on.  It is very easy - call, they ask name, city and just
> tell them you oppose - simple as that.  They are trying to pass a bill

"no

> aftermarket exhaust systems"  for our cars.  I just saw this posted our
> clubs website and would like to pass this on.

The sad thing about this whole country is that the issue with
politicians' cute ideas is never whether or not they're violating
people's natural rights (and common sense), but whether or not there
are enough of the group affected to constitute a threat to the
politician's being re-elected. Thus the almost daily petitions and
gathering of protesters' names about everythng under the sun.






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Re: [Chevelle-list] mountain passes

[Jack Thorpe]

Right 
 
---Original Message---
 

From: Larry Williams
Date: 05/27/05 18:38:31
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] mountain passes
 
Don't bother buying premium gas as it won't help the performance.  Right
guys?
 
Larry Williams
- Original Message -
From: "Dennis Kiernan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Chevelle-list" 
Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 9:04 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] mountain passes
 
 
> I'm planning a trip this summer and a friend of mine is cautioning
> me that my car may have trouble getting over passes with an
> elevation of 10,000 ft.  He thinks of my car as an "old car" I guess.
>
> The car has a 350 V-8 with a TH350 automatic. Have any of you ever
> heard of anything like he's talking about? Or heard of any car
> having this sort of trouble.
>
>
 
 
 
 
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Re: [Chevelle-list] IL bill to ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems

[Clint Hooper]

I just installed a new exhaust system today on my 69 El Camino. Bet those
Illinois politicians wouldn't like mine. 
Clint Hooper
H&H Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
- Original Message - 
From: "Dennis Kiernan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>
> Krister Meister wrote:
> >
> > Any IL Chevelle people I encourage you to call the senators listed below
> > and pass this on.  It is very easy - call, they ask name, city and just
> > tell them you oppose - simple as that.  They are trying to pass a bill
"no
> > aftermarket exhaust systems"  for our cars.  I just saw this posted our
> > clubs website and would like to pass this on.
>
> The sad thing about this whole country is that the issue with
> politicians' cute ideas is never whether or not they're violating
> people's natural rights (and common sense), but whether or not there
> are enough of the group affected to constitute a threat to the
> politician's being re-elected. Thus the almost daily petitions and
> gathering of protesters' names about everythng under the sun.
>

Re: [Chevelle-list] IL bill to ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems

[Dennis Kiernan]

Krister Meister wrote:
> 
> Any IL Chevelle people I encourage you to call the senators listed below
> and pass this on.  It is very easy - call, they ask name, city and just
> tell them you oppose - simple as that.  They are trying to pass a bill  "no
> aftermarket exhaust systems"  for our cars.  I just saw this posted our
> clubs website and would like to pass this on.

The sad thing about this whole country is that the issue with
politicians' cute ideas is never whether or not they're violating
people's natural rights (and common sense), but whether or not there
are enough of the group affected to constitute a threat to the
politician's being re-elected. Thus the almost daily petitions and
gathering of protesters' names about everythng under the sun.

Re: [Chevelle-list] mountain passes

[Larry Williams]

Don't bother buying premium gas as it won't help the performance.  Right 
guys?


Larry Williams
- Original Message - 
From: "Dennis Kiernan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

To: "Chevelle-list" 
Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 9:04 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] mountain passes



I'm planning a trip this summer and a friend of mine is cautioning
me that my car may have trouble getting over passes with an
elevation of 10,000 ft.  He thinks of my car as an "old car" I guess.

The car has a 350 V-8 with a TH350 automatic. Have any of you ever
heard of anything like he's talking about? Or heard of any car
having this sort of trouble.

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Clint Hooper]

There are always exceptions to every rule as I 
mentioned. The 427 I had built last year was a true 10.0:1 compression engine. 
It would not run on Regular Unleaded. Most of the old engines were nowhere near 
their rated compression ratio,though.
Switching to fuel injection would help a detonation 
problem,not make it worse,due to its superior fuel burn.
Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 
H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Dale 
  
  
  I rebuilt a 396 
  (1969 model) twice and retained the 10.25:1 pistons in both .040 and .060 
  overbores and still ran regular gas 99% of the time – even after switching 
  from a 3310-x Holley/Edelbrock 2PO intake to an Accel/DFI fuel 
  injection.  Never had any pinging problems with either the 2.79 or 3.07 
  rear ends used.  I hear a lot of folks say they can’t run over 9:1 or 
  9.5:1 without premium fuel or a fuel additive, but I never had 
  to.
   
  
  Dale 
  McIntosh
  67 El 
  Camino
  1967 
  Chevelle Reference CD in progress
  ACES 
  #1709/TC Gold #92
  
  
  
  
  From: 
  [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry ShouseSent: Friday, May 27, 2005 11:31 
  AMTo: The Chevelle Mailing 
  ListSubject: Re: 
  [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston 
  Question
   
  
  Thanks for your wisdom Clint. The 
  pistons I have are domed. All I want to do (at this point) with this 396 is 
  drive it on the street on sunny days, take it to meets and shows, and run the 
  track once or twice a year against my 
boy...
  
   
  
  Do you (or anyone on the list) 
  have experience with water injection as a means to deal with 
  detonation?
  
   
  
  And to all the list members who 
  have rebuilt their engines, did you replace your pistons? If so, was it 
  because you had to?
  
   
  
  Thanks,
  
  Larry 
  Shouse
  

- Original Message - 


From: Clint Hooper 


To: The Chevelle Mailing List 


Sent: Friday, 
May 27, 2005 12:05 PM

Subject: Re: 
[Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston 
Question

 

Are those pistons flat topped or 
do they have any dome,Larry? Most standard 396 pistons of the 1966-1970 era 
were at least 10.25:1 compression and weren't flat topped. The 375hp L78 
units were 11.0:1 compression. Anything over 10.0:1 with cast iron heads is 
pushing it with regards to detonation. Aluminum heads allow you to run a 
half to full point higher. Anyway,getting back to your L78 heads,,those 
are rectangular port units that aren't very efficient below 5,000 rpm. 
If I were building a pure street motor,I would sell or trade them for a good 
pair of 781 or 049 oval port castings. These would really improve the 
engine's street manners by flattening the torque curve,work well with the 
lower compression needed for pump gas,and will improve the fuel mileage over 
the rectangular units,too.

Something else to consider is 
the rpm limits of those rectangular port heads will tax the limits of that 
two bolt 396 block,if you decided to build a screamer BBC to take advantage 
of the superior high-rpm power of the 
heads.

However,it all boils down to 
what you want to do with that 396.

Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El 
Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  
  - Original Message - 
  
  
  From: Larry 
  Shouse 
  
   
  
  Digging through my "basket 
  case" 396 parts, I've discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular 
  port heads used on the 375HP 1968 Chevelles - casting number 
  3919840. The block I got is just a 2 bolt main block. The block is 
  still standard bore, and the stock GM pistons look to be in good 
  shape.
  
   
  
  Based on your experience, 
  would you reuse the used pistons? If so, do you think the compression will 
  be low enough to avoid detonation 
  issues?
  
   
  
  If you recommend I replace the 
  pistons, what would you suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I 
  can maximize power/torque, normally asperated, running on pump 
  gas.
  
   
  
  Thanks for your 
  help!
  
   
  
  Larry 
  Shouse 
  
   
  
   

RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 boring / oil burn

[Dale]

I had a 69 396 block bored .040 on first rebuild then another .020 (.060
TOTAL) the second rebuild without any problems.  If it's coming out the
exhaust only on one side when under load, I'd suspect rings.  My (limited)
experience is guides and/or seals would cause smoke on deceleration.  I know
that used to be my rule-of-thumb years ago.

I'd think the oil breather cap would (1) allow blow-by in the engine
compartment if it were bad or (2) excessive fumes/smoke being sucked back
into the air cleaner to be reburned but that should cause smoke out both
pipes.

Dale McIntosh

-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Krister Meister
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 3:21 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] 396 boring / oil burn

My 396 was at one time rebuilt.  To what extent it's hard to know.  I can
tell the intake and timing cover was been removed before.  I plan on doing
a rebuild, keeping it on the stock side.   My plan is to take the minimum
off as necessary and just wondering if this is a more for giving block it
comes to reboring.

On a 396 how much can be taken off the bore over the course of time?

My rebuild theory stems from the fact that if I get on it I get some blue
smoke from the drivers side exhaust.  I imagine it is getting sucked past
the rings under load.  My PCV valve and hose to the carb is new and
working.  It is a stock open element with the underside of the air cleaner
base connected to the valve cover elbow.

Could the fact that the oil filler cap is an open breather type effect the
oil blow by I have in some way?  I am using 10W 30 oil.  Any
recommendations to a thicker oil to help avoid the oil blow by in the mean
time?

Thank you for the help,

Krister Meister
Bloomingdale, IL
'66 SS #'s

RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Dale]

I rebuilt a 396 (1969 model) twice and
retained the 10.25:1 pistons in both .040 and .060 overbores and still ran
regular gas 99% of the time – even after switching from a 3310-x
Holley/Edelbrock 2PO intake to an Accel/DFI fuel injection.  Never had any
pinging problems with either the 2.79 or 3.07 rear ends used.  I hear a lot of
folks say they can’t run over 9:1 or 9.5:1 without premium fuel or a fuel
additive, but I never had to.

 



Dale McIntosh

67 El Camino

1967
Chevelle Reference CD in progress

ACES #1709/TC
Gold #92











From:
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
Behalf Of Larry Shouse
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 11:31
AM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396
Rebuild - Piston Question



 



Thanks for your wisdom Clint. The pistons I have are domed.
All I want to do (at this point) with this 396 is drive it on the street on
sunny days, take it to meets and shows, and run the track once or twice a year
against my boy...





 





Do you (or anyone on the list) have experience with water
injection as a means to deal with detonation?





 





And to all the list members who have rebuilt their engines,
did you replace your pistons? If so, was it because you had to?





 





Thanks,





Larry Shouse







- Original Message - 





From: Clint Hooper 





To: The
Chevelle Mailing List 





Sent: Friday, May 27,
2005 12:05 PM





Subject: Re:
[Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question





 





Are those pistons flat topped or do they have any
dome,Larry? Most standard 396 pistons of the 1966-1970 era were at least
10.25:1 compression and weren't flat topped. The 375hp L78 units were 11.0:1
compression. Anything over 10.0:1 with cast iron heads is pushing it with
regards to detonation. Aluminum heads allow you to run a half to full point
higher. Anyway,getting back to your L78 heads,,those are rectangular port
units that aren't very efficient below 5,000 rpm. If I were building a pure
street motor,I would sell or trade them for a good pair of 781 or 049 oval port
castings. These would really improve the engine's street manners by flattening
the torque curve,work well with the lower compression needed for pump gas,and
will improve the fuel mileage over the rectangular units,too.





Something else to consider is the rpm limits of those
rectangular port heads will tax the limits of that two bolt 396 block,if you
decided to build a screamer BBC to take advantage of the superior high-rpm
power of the heads.





However,it all boils down to what you want to do with that
396.





Clint Hooper
H&H Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm







- Original Message - 





From: Larry Shouse






 





Digging through my "basket case" 396 parts, I've
discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular port heads used on
the 375HP 1968 Chevelles - casting number 3919840. The block I got is just
a 2 bolt main block. The block is still standard bore, and the stock GM pistons
look to be in good shape.





 





Based on your experience, would you reuse the used pistons?
If so, do you think the compression will be low enough to avoid detonation
issues?





 





If you recommend I replace the pistons, what would you
suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I can maximize power/torque,
normally asperated, running on pump gas.





 





Thanks for your help!





 





Larry Shouse 





 





 

RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 boring / oil burn

[Brian Knight]

Have you checked the valve guide seals? That could be your smoke from one 
side problem.


 Brian


From: Krister Meister <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
Subject: [Chevelle-list] 396 boring / oil burn
Date: Fri, 27 May 2005 15:21:26 -0500





My 396 was at one time rebuilt.  To what extent it's hard to know.  I can
tell the intake and timing cover was been removed before.  I plan on doing
a rebuild, keeping it on the stock side.   My plan is to take the minimum
off as necessary and just wondering if this is a more for giving block it
comes to reboring.

On a 396 how much can be taken off the bore over the course of time?


My rebuild theory stems from the fact that if I get on it I get some blue
smoke from the drivers side exhaust.  I imagine it is getting sucked past
the rings under load.  My PCV valve and hose to the carb is new and
working.  It is a stock open element with the underside of the air cleaner
base connected to the valve cover elbow.

Could the fact that the oil filler cap is an open breather type effect the
oil blow by I have in some way?  I am using 10W 30 oil.  Any
recommendations to a thicker oil to help avoid the oil blow by in the mean
time?

Thank you for the help,

Krister Meister
Bloomingdale, IL
'66 SS #'s




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Re: [Chevelle-list] truck bellhousing

[James Colgan]

Thanks Michael,that was very helpful:o) Jimmy.C
- Original Message - 
From: "Michael Pell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" 
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 3:49 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] truck bellhousing


> 
> You can us it, but you'll need a bearing retainer spacer.
> Here's more info:
> http://www.5speedtransmissions.com/GmTruckBellhousingInfo.pdf
> 
> Mike
> 
> 
> Quoting James Colgan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:
> 
> > I have a bellhousing #460486 I was told it was a truck bellhousing
> > ,but I would like to use it in my 72.with an 11'' inch clutch. is
> > there any reason why I can't or shouldn't use it? thanks Jimmy.C
> >   - Original Message - 
> >   From: Bill Lessenberry 
> >   To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
> >   Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 10:17 AM
> >   Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 4551982208 SS
> > 
> > 
> >   At 06:07 PM 5/26/2005, you wrote:
> > 
> > as far as options go, or lack of,  in this case definitely
> > possible.   
> > 
> >   Here's the talk on Chevelle tech 
> > http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91891
> > 
> >   BL 
> > 
> 
> 
> 
> 

[Chevelle-list] IL bill to ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems

[Krister Meister]

Any IL Chevelle people I encourage you to call the senators listed below
and pass this on.  It is very easy - call, they ask name, city and just
tell them you oppose - simple as that.  They are trying to pass a bill  "no
aftermarket exhaust systems"  for our cars.  I just saw this posted our
clubs website and would like to pass this on.

Thank you,

Krister

 SEMA ALERT:  Immediate Attention Required


Illinois Bill to Ban Aftermarket Exhaust Systems on the Move



A bill (H.B. 2221) to ban vehicles equipped with a "muffler or exhaust
system that clearly has been modified to amplify or increase the noise of
the vehicle" was introduced at the last minute and is moving through the
Illinois Legislature at breakneck speed. Under the bill, vehicles
determined to have been modified by virtue of a "visual observation" will
fail emissions inspection.

Time is of the Essence!  We Urge You to Call or Fax Members of the Senate
Environment and Energy Committee (List Attached) Immediately to Oppose H.B.
2221

This Bill:


**  ignores the fact that aftermarket exhaust systems are designed to make
vehicles run more efficiently without increasing emissions.


** does not supply emissions inspectors with a clear standard to enforce
(e.g. decibel limit under a sound test procedure),
allowing them to make subjective judgments based on "visual observations"
on whether or not a modified exhaust system is in
violation. 


** fails to recognize that aftermarket exhaust systems offer increased
performance, which can make a vehicle safer by improving its ability to
merge, pass, travel uphill, etc.


** would make it impossible for hobbyists to replace factory exhaust
systems with more durable, better performing options.


Call or fax (no e-mail addresses available) members of the Senate
Environment and Energy Committee immediately to oppose H.B. 2221.  This
bill tramples on the rights of vehicle enthusiasts in Illinois.

Illinois Senate Environment and Energy Committee


James F. Clayborne, Jr.    Antonio Munoz    William R.
Haine    Don Harmon
(217) 782-5399    217-782-9415
217-782-5247    217-782-8176
(618) 274-3010 FAX    773-869-9046 FAX
618-465-4816 FAX    708-848-2022 FAX

Rickey R. Hendon    Mike Jacobs
Donne E. Trotter Dave Sullivan
(217) 782-6252
217-782-5957   217-782-3201
217-782-3875
(773) 265-8617
FAX
773-933-5498 FAX    847-734-0036 FAX

Kirk W. Dillard    Steve Rauschenberger    Peter
Roskam    Dan Rutherford
(217) 782-8148
217-782-7746    217-782-8022
217-782-6597
(630) 969-1007 FAX 847-622-0948 FAX
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Re: [Chevelle-list] 70 chevelle rh windlace

[christopher william]

Thanks again I'll try it.
--- "D.R. Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> It has metal running thru it, should be able to do
> it by hand or use a 
> vise/blocks of wood.  It just presses on the pinch
> weld, no glue.
> 
> D.R.
> 
> christopher william wrote:
> 
> > Thanks. I have the original but the center of it
> > warped. Any suggestions on how to reform it? Also
> what
> > holds it in place adhesive or Interior trim alone?
> 
> > --- "D.R. Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > 
> >>It is not made anymore or aftermarket.  Try to
> find
> >>some good used.
> >>
> >>D.R. Jones
> >>
> >>christopher william wrote:
> >>
> >>>Can anyone tell me where to find the windlace
> that
> >>>goes the front to rear of the car on the
> passenger
> >>>side. It mounts directly over the headliner?
> >>>
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[Chevelle-list] 396 boring / oil burn

[Krister Meister]

My 396 was at one time rebuilt.  To what extent it's hard to know.  I can
tell the intake and timing cover was been removed before.  I plan on doing
a rebuild, keeping it on the stock side.   My plan is to take the minimum
off as necessary and just wondering if this is a more for giving block it
comes to reboring.

On a 396 how much can be taken off the bore over the course of time?


My rebuild theory stems from the fact that if I get on it I get some blue
smoke from the drivers side exhaust.  I imagine it is getting sucked past
the rings under load.  My PCV valve and hose to the carb is new and
working.  It is a stock open element with the underside of the air cleaner
base connected to the valve cover elbow.

Could the fact that the oil filler cap is an open breather type effect the
oil blow by I have in some way?  I am using 10W 30 oil.  Any
recommendations to a thicker oil to help avoid the oil blow by in the mean
time?

Thank you for the help,

Krister Meister
Bloomingdale, IL
'66 SS #'s

Re: [Chevelle-list] 70 chevelle rh windlace

[D.R. Jones]

It has metal running thru it, should be able to do it by hand or use a 
vise/blocks of wood.  It just presses on the pinch weld, no glue.


D.R.

christopher william wrote:


Thanks. I have the original but the center of it
warped. Any suggestions on how to reform it? Also what
holds it in place adhesive or Interior trim alone? 
--- "D.R. Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:



It is not made anymore or aftermarket.  Try to find
some good used.

D.R. Jones

christopher william wrote:


Can anyone tell me where to find the windlace that
goes the front to rear of the car on the passenger
side. It mounts directly over the headliner?

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Re: [Chevelle-list] truck bellhousing

[Michael Pell]

You can us it, but you'll need a bearing retainer spacer.
Here's more info:
http://www.5speedtransmissions.com/GmTruckBellhousingInfo.pdf

Mike


Quoting James Colgan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:

> I have a bellhousing #460486 I was told it was a truck bellhousing
> ,but I would like to use it in my 72.with an 11'' inch clutch. is
> there any reason why I can't or shouldn't use it? thanks Jimmy.C
>   - Original Message - 
>   From: Bill Lessenberry 
>   To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
>   Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 10:17 AM
>   Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 4551982208 SS
> 
> 
>   At 06:07 PM 5/26/2005, you wrote:
> 
> as far as options go, or lack of,  in this case definitely
> possible.   
> 
>   Here's the talk on Chevelle tech 
> http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91891
> 
>   BL 
> 

Re: [Chevelle-list] bellhousing

[James Colgan]

I have a bellhousing #460486 I was told it was a 
truck bellhousing ,but I would like to use it in my 72.with an 11'' inch 
clutch. is there any reason why I can't or shouldn't use it? thanks 
Jimmy.C

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Bill 
  Lessenberry 
  To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
  Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 10:17 AM
  Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 4551982208 
  SS
  At 06:07 PM 5/26/2005, you wrote:
  as far as options go, or lack of,  in 
this case definitely possible.   Here's the 
  talk on Chevelle tech  http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91891BL 

Re: [Chevelle-list] 4551982208 SS

[Mike Treanor]

It sold last june for $330 some thousand but it only had 26 miles 
then.

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net 
  
  Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2005 5:25 
PM
  Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 4551982208 
  SS
  
  Some one pleease tell me if this is for REAL  A CHEVELLE FOR 
  400,000,00 
  


  4551982208
  

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Clint Hooper]

Heck,if they are complete and in good shape(no 
cracks,either),they ought to be worth at least $400/pair.
Run a classified ad on Team Chevelle.
Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 
H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Larry 
  Shouse 
  
  What would be a fair price to ask for 
  them?
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Clint Hooper 


I wouldn't replace pistons unless I had to. 
Water/methanol injection is making a comeback and here's the link to an 
excellent system. 
http://www.snowperformance.net/  
As mentioned before,I would sell or trade those L78 heads for some good oval 
port units. You won't have any problems finding those rect port heads a new 
home,Larry.
Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino 
ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Larry 
  Shouse 
  
  Thanks for your wisdom Clint. The pistons I 
  have are domed. All I want to do (at this point) with this 396 is drive it 
  on the street on sunny days, take it to meets and shows, and run the track 
  once or twice a year against my boy...
   
  Do you (or anyone on the list) have 
  experience with water injection as a means to deal with 
  detonation?
   
  And to all the list members who have rebuilt 
  their engines, did you replace your pistons? If so, was it because you had 
  to?
   
  Thanks,
  Larry Shouse
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Clint 
Hooper 

Are those pistons flat topped or do they 
have any dome,Larry? Most standard 396 pistons of the 1966-1970 era were 
at least 10.25:1 compression and weren't flat topped. The 375hp L78 
units were 11.0:1 compression. Anything over 10.0:1 with cast iron heads 
is pushing it with regards to detonation. Aluminum heads allow you to 
run a half to full point higher. Anyway,getting back to your L78 
heads,,those are rectangular port units that aren't very efficient 
below 5,000 rpm. If I were building a pure street motor,I would sell or 
trade them for a good pair of 781 or 049 oval port castings. These would 
really improve the engine's street manners by flattening the torque 
curve,work well with the lower compression needed for pump gas,and will 
improve the fuel mileage over the rectangular units,too.
Something else to consider is the rpm 
limits of those rectangular port heads will tax the limits of that two 
bolt 396 block,if you decided to build a screamer BBC to take advantage 
of the superior high-rpm power of the heads.
However,it all boils down to what you want 
to do with that 396.
Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino 
ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Larry Shouse 
  
  Digging through my "basket case" 396 
  parts, I've discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular port 
  heads used on the 375HP 1968 Chevelles - casting number 
  3919840. The block I got is just a 2 bolt main block. 
  The block is still standard bore, and 
  the stock GM pistons look to be in good shape.
   
  Based on your experience, would you reuse 
  the used pistons? If so, do you think the compression will be low 
  enough to avoid detonation issues?
   
  If you recommend I replace the pistons, 
  what would you suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I can 
  maximize power/torque, normally asperated, running on pump 
  gas.
   
  Thanks for your help!
   
  Larry Shouse 
   
   

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Larry Shouse]

What would be a fair price to ask for 
them?

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Clint Hooper 
  
  To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
  Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 1:14 PM
  Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild 
  - Piston Question
  
  I wouldn't replace pistons unless I had to. 
  Water/methanol injection is making a comeback and here's the link to an 
  excellent system. 
  http://www.snowperformance.net/  
  As mentioned before,I would sell or trade those L78 heads for some good oval 
  port units. You won't have any problems finding those rect port heads a new 
  home,Larry.
  Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 
  H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Larry 
Shouse 

Thanks for your wisdom Clint. The pistons I 
have are domed. All I want to do (at this point) with this 396 is drive it 
on the street on sunny days, take it to meets and shows, and run the track 
once or twice a year against my boy...
 
Do you (or anyone on the list) have experience 
with water injection as a means to deal with detonation?
 
And to all the list members who have rebuilt 
their engines, did you replace your pistons? If so, was it because you had 
to?
 
Thanks,
Larry Shouse

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Clint 
  Hooper 
  
  Are those pistons flat topped or do they have 
  any dome,Larry? Most standard 396 pistons of the 1966-1970 era were at 
  least 10.25:1 compression and weren't flat topped. The 375hp L78 units 
  were 11.0:1 compression. Anything over 10.0:1 with cast iron heads is 
  pushing it with regards to detonation. Aluminum heads allow you to run a 
  half to full point higher. Anyway,getting back to your L78 heads,,those 
  are rectangular port units that aren't very efficient below 5,000 
  rpm. If I were building a pure street motor,I would sell or trade them for 
  a good pair of 781 or 049 oval port castings. These would really improve 
  the engine's street manners by flattening the torque curve,work well with 
  the lower compression needed for pump gas,and will improve the fuel 
  mileage over the rectangular units,too.
  Something else to consider is the rpm limits 
  of those rectangular port heads will tax the limits of that two bolt 396 
  block,if you decided to build a screamer BBC to take advantage of the 
  superior high-rpm power of the heads.
  However,it all boils down to what you want to 
  do with that 396.
  Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino 
  ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Larry 
Shouse 

Digging through my "basket case" 396 parts, 
I've discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular port heads used on 
the 375HP 1968 Chevelles - casting number 3919840. The block I got 
is just a 2 bolt main block. The block is 
still standard bore, and the stock GM pistons look to be in good 
shape.
 
Based on your experience, would you reuse 
the used pistons? If so, do you think the compression will be low enough 
to avoid detonation issues?
 
If you recommend I replace the pistons, 
what would you suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I can 
maximize power/torque, normally asperated, running on pump 
gas.
 
Thanks for your help!
 
Larry Shouse 
 
 

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Clint Hooper]

I wouldn't replace pistons unless I had to. 
Water/methanol injection is making a comeback and here's the link to an 
excellent system. 
http://www.snowperformance.net/  
As mentioned before,I would sell or trade those L78 heads for some good oval 
port units. You won't have any problems finding those rect port heads a new 
home,Larry.
Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 
H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Larry 
  Shouse 
  
  Thanks for your wisdom Clint. The pistons I have 
  are domed. All I want to do (at this point) with this 396 is drive it on the 
  street on sunny days, take it to meets and shows, and run the track once or 
  twice a year against my boy...
   
  Do you (or anyone on the list) have experience 
  with water injection as a means to deal with detonation?
   
  And to all the list members who have rebuilt 
  their engines, did you replace your pistons? If so, was it because you had 
  to?
   
  Thanks,
  Larry Shouse
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Clint Hooper 


Are those pistons flat topped or do they have 
any dome,Larry? Most standard 396 pistons of the 1966-1970 era were at least 
10.25:1 compression and weren't flat topped. The 375hp L78 units were 11.0:1 
compression. Anything over 10.0:1 with cast iron heads is pushing it with 
regards to detonation. Aluminum heads allow you to run a half to full point 
higher. Anyway,getting back to your L78 heads,,those are rectangular 
port units that aren't very efficient below 5,000 rpm. If I were building a 
pure street motor,I would sell or trade them for a good pair of 781 or 049 
oval port castings. These would really improve the engine's street manners 
by flattening the torque curve,work well with the lower compression needed 
for pump gas,and will improve the fuel mileage over the rectangular 
units,too.
Something else to consider is the rpm limits of 
those rectangular port heads will tax the limits of that two bolt 396 
block,if you decided to build a screamer BBC to take advantage of the 
superior high-rpm power of the heads.
However,it all boils down to what you want to 
do with that 396.
Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino 
ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Larry 
  Shouse 
  
  Digging through my "basket case" 396 parts, 
  I've discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular port heads used on 
  the 375HP 1968 Chevelles - casting number 3919840. The block I got is 
  just a 2 bolt main block. The block is 
  still standard bore, and the stock GM pistons look to be in good 
  shape.
   
  Based on your experience, would you reuse the 
  used pistons? If so, do you think the compression will be low enough to 
  avoid detonation issues?
   
  If you recommend I replace the pistons, what 
  would you suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I can maximize 
  power/torque, normally asperated, running on pump gas.
   
  Thanks for your help!
   
  Larry Shouse 
   
   

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Larry Shouse]

Thanks for your wisdom Clint. The pistons I have 
are domed. All I want to do (at this point) with this 396 is drive it on the 
street on sunny days, take it to meets and shows, and run the track once or 
twice a year against my boy...
 
Do you (or anyone on the list) have experience with 
water injection as a means to deal with detonation?
 
And to all the list members who have rebuilt their 
engines, did you replace your pistons? If so, was it because you had 
to?
 
Thanks,
Larry Shouse

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Clint Hooper 
  
  To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
  Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 12:05 PM
  Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild 
  - Piston Question
  
  Are those pistons flat topped or do they have any 
  dome,Larry? Most standard 396 pistons of the 1966-1970 era were at least 
  10.25:1 compression and weren't flat topped. The 375hp L78 units were 11.0:1 
  compression. Anything over 10.0:1 with cast iron heads is pushing it with 
  regards to detonation. Aluminum heads allow you to run a half to full point 
  higher. Anyway,getting back to your L78 heads,,those are rectangular port 
  units that aren't very efficient below 5,000 rpm. If I were building a pure 
  street motor,I would sell or trade them for a good pair of 781 or 049 oval 
  port castings. These would really improve the engine's street manners by 
  flattening the torque curve,work well with the lower compression needed for 
  pump gas,and will improve the fuel mileage over the rectangular 
  units,too.
  Something else to consider is the rpm limits of 
  those rectangular port heads will tax the limits of that two bolt 396 block,if 
  you decided to build a screamer BBC to take advantage of the superior high-rpm 
  power of the heads.
  However,it all boils down to what you want to do 
  with that 396.
  Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 
  H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
  
- Original Message - 
From: 
Larry 
Shouse 

Digging through my "basket case" 396 parts, 
I've discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular port heads used on the 
375HP 1968 Chevelles - casting number 3919840. The block I got is just 
a 2 bolt main block. The block is still 
standard bore, and the stock GM pistons look to be in good 
shape.
 
Based on your experience, would you reuse the 
used pistons? If so, do you think the compression will be low enough to 
avoid detonation issues?
 
If you recommend I replace the pistons, what 
would you suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I can maximize 
power/torque, normally asperated, running on pump gas.
 
Thanks for your help!
 
Larry Shouse 
 
 

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Clint Hooper]

Are those pistons flat topped or do they have any 
dome,Larry? Most standard 396 pistons of the 1966-1970 era were at least 10.25:1 
compression and weren't flat topped. The 375hp L78 units were 11.0:1 
compression. Anything over 10.0:1 with cast iron heads is pushing it with 
regards to detonation. Aluminum heads allow you to run a half to full point 
higher. Anyway,getting back to your L78 heads,,those are rectangular port 
units that aren't very efficient below 5,000 rpm. If I were building a pure 
street motor,I would sell or trade them for a good pair of 781 or 049 oval port 
castings. These would really improve the engine's street manners by flattening 
the torque curve,work well with the lower compression needed for pump gas,and 
will improve the fuel mileage over the rectangular units,too.
Something else to consider is the rpm limits of 
those rectangular port heads will tax the limits of that two bolt 396 block,if 
you decided to build a screamer BBC to take advantage of the superior high-rpm 
power of the heads.
However,it all boils down to what you want to do 
with that 396.
Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 
H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Larry 
  Shouse 
  
  Digging through my "basket case" 396 parts, I've 
  discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular port heads used on the 375HP 
  1968 Chevelles - casting number 3919840. The block I got is just a 2 bolt 
  main block. The block is still standard bore, 
  and the stock GM pistons look to be in good shape.
   
  Based on your experience, would you reuse the 
  used pistons? If so, do you think the compression will be low enough to avoid 
  detonation issues?
   
  If you recommend I replace the pistons, what 
  would you suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I can maximize 
  power/torque, normally asperated, running on pump gas.
   
  Thanks for your help!
   
  Larry Shouse 
   
   

[Chevelle-list] 396 Rebuild - Piston Question

[Larry Shouse]

Digging through my "basket case" 396 parts, I've 
discovered I have a set of "hi perf" rectangular port heads used on the 375HP 
1968 Chevelles - casting number 3919840. The block I got is just a 2 bolt 
main block. The block is still standard bore, and 
the stock GM pistons look to be in good shape.
 
Based on your experience, would you reuse the used 
pistons? If so, do you think the compression will be low enough to avoid 
detonation issues?
 
If you recommend I replace the pistons, what would 
you suggest I install? I'm looking for a setup where I can maximize 
power/torque, normally asperated, running on pump gas.
 
Thanks for your help!
 
Larry Shouse 
 
 

Re: [Chevelle-list] 4551982208 SS

[Bill Lessenberry]

At 06:07 PM 5/26/2005, you wrote:
as
far as options go, or lack of,  in this case definitely
possible.   
Here's the talk on Chevelle tech 
http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91891
BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] 4551982208 SS

[Bill Lessenberry]

At 05:25 PM 5/26/2005, you wrote:
Some one
pleease tell me if this is for REAL  A CHEVELLE FOR 400,000,00 

4551982208

Yep, it is.  
BL

RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug

[Krister Meister]

It's a threaded plug with four sides.  As already mentioned you would need
an 8 sided socket (9/16 ?) and would trust this method over an open end
wrench since it is not moving.  Try some penetrating oil then heat.  Work
it back and forth.  Once off, the trans lube should be level with the
bottom of the fill hole.  When reinstalling marginal tight is good enough.

Krister Meister
Bloomingdale, IL
'66 SS #'s




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And if the fill plug hasn't been out in quite a while, it could be a real
bear to remove.

Dale McIntosh
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Herb Lumpp
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 4:38 AM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug

Hi Tom,

It sounds like you need to get a square socket (4 sided) vice a hexagon
(more common 6 sided).

Herb Lumpp
http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm


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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mark Schwartz
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 1:35 AM
To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug


HI All,

I have a muncie 4 speed in my 69 chevelle.  I want to verify that the fluid
level is at the
proper height.  I went tonight to take off the cover for the fill hole.  I
can't figure out if
it's a press in plug or a bolt in.  The cover looks similar to a nut but
with a stem on it.  Neither
fits a bolt and with a vise grip using moderate pressure it didn't move.
Can someone tell me how
to get this bolt/plug off?

thanks
Thomas

Re: [Chevelle-list] 70 chevelle rh windlace

[christopher william]

Thanks. I have the original but the center of it
warped. Any suggestions on how to reform it? Also what
holds it in place adhesive or Interior trim alone? 
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> 
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> 
> christopher william wrote:
> > Can anyone tell me where to find the windlace that
> > goes the front to rear of the car on the passenger
> > side. It mounts directly over the headliner?
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Re: [Chevelle-list] TH-400

[Bill Vander Werf]

A turbo 350 uses a cable for the kickdown but a 
turbo 400 uses an electrical switch. B&M makes a switch that you can use to 
hook up to your throttle linkage. I use a NOS full throttle switch on my car. If 
you don't hook up the kickdown the trans will work ok but won't drop into a 
lower gear when you pull out to pass. 
 
Bill Vander Werf
 

  - Original Message - 
  From: 
  Crazy 
  Rusty 
  To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' 
  
  Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2005 8:55 
PM
  Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] TH-400
  
  
  I was told, 
  incorrectly perhaps, when I had my 350 swapped for a 400 that the kickdown 
  switch wouldn’t hook up to it.  It never mattered to me but I am watching 
  this thread with anticipation in case someone does have it 
  working.
   
  -JB
   
  
  
  
  
  From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2005 3:22 
  PMTo: 
  Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 
  TH-400
   
  In a message dated 5/25/2005 
  1:16:42 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
  writes:
  There should be an electrical 
  connection on the left or driver's side of the trans.Bill 
  Vander Werf
  thanks 
  Bill, but there is nothing there!!Harlan

RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug

[Dale]

And if the fill plug hasn't been out in quite a while, it could be a real
bear to remove.

Dale McIntosh
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Herb Lumpp
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 4:38 AM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug

Hi Tom,

It sounds like you need to get a square socket (4 sided) vice a hexagon
(more common 6 sided).

Herb Lumpp
http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm


-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mark Schwartz
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 1:35 AM
To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug


HI All,

I have a muncie 4 speed in my 69 chevelle.  I want to verify that the fluid
level is at the
proper height.  I went tonight to take off the cover for the fill hole.  I
can't figure out if
it's a press in plug or a bolt in.  The cover looks similar to a nut but
with a stem on it.  Neither
fits a bolt and with a vise grip using moderate pressure it didn't move.
Can someone tell me how
to get this bolt/plug off?

thanks
Thomas

RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug

[Herb Lumpp]

Hi Tom,

It sounds like you need to get a square socket (4 sided) vice a hexagon
(more common 6 sided).

Herb Lumpp
http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm


-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mark Schwartz
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 1:35 AM
To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 4 Speed Fill Bolt/Plug


HI All,

I have a muncie 4 speed in my 69 chevelle.  I want to verify that the fluid
level is at the
proper height.  I went tonight to take off the cover for the fill hole.  I
can't figure out if
it's a press in plug or a bolt in.  The cover looks similar to a nut but
with a stem on it.  Neither
fits a bolt and with a vise grip using moderate pressure it didn't move.
Can someone tell me how
to get this bolt/plug off?

thanks
Thomas