Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 60, Issue 15
On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 11:51 PM, Don Holloway <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I need help on finding a clasic car insurance company. Thanks. > > Contact Alex Larue . He is a Chevelle owner & a member of this mailing list. Google LaRue Insurance. He will do you right.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Let's try again....
1. Check the port on the carb you are connected to, one is constant vaccuum and one is variable. Check the specs on the carb. 2. No idea? sorry. Dan On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 9:43 PM, Mark Hall <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > OK - let's try this again(second time to post my questions...) > > I've recently gotten around to working on my '67 Chevelle after ignoring > for > it several years (I know... bad bad bad) > > I did a LOT of pre-start work on the motor to ensure I didn't cause any > damage - which seemed to pay off as it started right up the first time. > (changed oil, drained all the fuel, pre-lubed extensively etc etc) > > The motor (built 350) is running pretty good except for two issues that I'd > like help with; > > 1. I 'think' the vacuum advance isn't working - when I put the timing light > on the engine, the timing doesn't change at all with or without the vacuum > advance connected... shouldn't it change? Would this cause 'popping' > through > the exhaust at higher RPMs? (~4000rpm) - i.e. no advance for higher rpms? > > and > > 2. At sustained higher rpm (say 3000rpm+) - there is coolant dripping from > the bellhousing - I'm assuming this means I've got a bad freeze plug on the > back of the motor - anyone else ever had this? It doesn't drip unless the > motor is running up - i.e. no drips at idle. I've verified there are no > leaks anywhere else on the motor. > > Thanks everyone - I hope to have the rust-bucket running and driving good > enough for next year's Chevelle-a-bration. > > How about some responses? > > Mark > > > > >
[Chevelle-list] Let's try again....
OK - let's try this again(second time to post my questions...) I've recently gotten around to working on my '67 Chevelle after ignoring for it several years (I know... bad bad bad) I did a LOT of pre-start work on the motor to ensure I didn't cause any damage - which seemed to pay off as it started right up the first time. (changed oil, drained all the fuel, pre-lubed extensively etc etc) The motor (built 350) is running pretty good except for two issues that I'd like help with; 1. I 'think' the vacuum advance isn't working - when I put the timing light on the engine, the timing doesn't change at all with or without the vacuum advance connected... shouldn't it change? Would this cause 'popping' through the exhaust at higher RPMs? (~4000rpm) - i.e. no advance for higher rpms? and 2. At sustained higher rpm (say 3000rpm+) - there is coolant dripping from the bellhousing - I'm assuming this means I've got a bad freeze plug on the back of the motor - anyone else ever had this? It doesn't drip unless the motor is running up - i.e. no drips at idle. I've verified there are no leaks anywhere else on the motor. Thanks everyone - I hope to have the rust-bucket running and driving good enough for next year's Chevelle-a-bration. How about some responses? Mark
Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T oil additive
Harlan, I just got through reading the thread that Bill sent. I work for Chevron Oronite Company, we are a Petrochemical part of Chevron. That is the part of Chevron that manufactures the additives that go into lubricating oils. Many other companies use our additives in their engine oils. I use the DELO, D-iesel E-ngine L-ubricating O-il, because it still contains the sufficient amount of Zinc and Phosphorous to protect our flat tappet engines. Along with the Zinc and Phosphorous there is also a small amount of Moly in this oil. Reading the thread just reaffirmed my belief in the products that we make and sell at COC. John L. Bill Lessenberry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Eastwood sells > it-http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?itemID=23476&itemType=PRODUCT > I don't know anything about it, though. Check out this TC > thread-http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=195620 > BillL > > At 12:02 PM 7/11/2008, you wrote: > >has anyone used this zinc additive ZDD plus and know where to get it > >or how much it is? or recommend another kind?? > >thank you. > >it claims to have more zinc than the GM EOS > > > >Harlan > > > > > >** > >Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene > >in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! > >(http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus0005000112)
Re: [Chevelle-list] Shocking! or "Your Grounded"...
Remove the bulbs from the socket and clean up the sockets - both sides. On 7/11/08, Dan Rachlin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Check bulbs > > On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 5:10 PM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> I have my '72... >> The lights work front/back... >> The turn signals work front/back... >> The emergency flashers work front/back... >> If you depress the brake pedal...you LOSE all lights in the Left Rear >> Tail >> Light... >> I found damaged wire (bumper mounted to frame with harness caught >> between) >> cut, crimped pigtail back on...SAME thing... >> What on EARTH am I missing...aside from being frustrated...I have to >> fend >> off our state bird in Florida...the Salt Marsh Mosquito... >> What do You'all think? >> "Doc" Lawson >> Team Chevelle # 145 >> ' 72 Chevelle SS >> "Cheaptrick" >> >> >> -- Forwarded message -- >> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >> To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net >> Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:00:05 + >> Subject: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 60, Issue 14 >> Today's Topics: >> >> 1. Re: 66 rewired (mike f) >> 2. Re: Identify Delco Part? (Pelle Andersson) >> 3. O/T spray guns ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) >> 4. O/T oil additive ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) >> >> >> -- Forwarded message -- >> From: mike f <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> To: The Chevelle Mailing List >> Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:06:13 -0700 (PDT) >> Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired >> I did the painless system on my 67. It was ok, but I am in electronics. >> The painless system uses the same color codes as the original harness and >> many features of the new micro-fuse blocks in current production cars and >> trucks. >> >> It comes down to a few questions like Brad said. What do you want such as >> 14 circuits? Do you think you can pigtail and splice the harness back in? >> >> I was doing mine one evening and a skunk scampered by the garage door. We >> had a few tense moments. >> mike >> >> >> --- On Thu, 7/10/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> wrote: >> >> > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired >> > To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net >> > Date: Thursday, July 10, 2008, 9:29 AM >> > I haven't completely rewired my carbut I've done >> > a fair share of work on it. If you want to just rewire >> > everything stock, I HIGHLY recommend M&H Wire >> > Harness's. I used one of their harness's in my 66, >> > and it was perfect. Colors the same as original, came with >> > all the new clips/connectors, correct lengths, etc. I know >> > that True-Connections, www.true-connections.com stocks and >> > sells M&H harness's. I've never used or seen >> > Painless wiring harness's, so I don't know about >> > themthe only thing I've heard about them is that >> > they are more of a generic type harness. >> > >> > As far as wiring...it's pretty involved. There is a >> > forward lamp harness, engine harness, dash harness, >> > intermediate wiring, and the rear lamp harness. Not >> > impossiblebut requires a decent amount of work. >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > -Original Message- >> > From: Peebles, Lorne (Services) >> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> > To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net >> > Sent: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 7:02 am >> > Subject: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > Has anyone rewired a 66 Chevelle? I have a 66 Chevelle >> > originally a 6 now an 8. I was wondering if you could shed >> > some light on the different >> > products out there for a complete redo of the wiring. Are >> > there any ones I >> > should seek out or avoid. How long a process is this, it >> > seems to be a straight >> > forward swap. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> -- Forwarded message -- >> From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" >> Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:12:07 +0200 >> Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Identify Delco Part? >> Thanks! >> >> The box is actually located here in sweden & I can pick it up! >> I'll read the article, I might buy it anyway just to see if it works!? >> >> Thanks for the link! >> >> //P >> >> >> *From:* Rick Schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> *Sent:* Wednesday, July 09, 2008 9:36 PM >> *To:* The Chevelle Mailing List >> *Subject:* Re: [Chevelle-list] Identify Delco Part? >> >> >> Pelle there are a lot better PROVEN choices for a steering box upgrade for >> your 71. Read this page by Jim Shea - he is a retired GM Engineer. >> http://www.chevelles.com/techref/shea_1.html You may get the box >> cheap, but shipping to Europe will not be cheap especially for a box which >> may not work. >> >> I am using the Monte Carlo SS gear box now but will be removing it soon >> to replace it with my modified original box. The Monte box has much >> improved road feel, works with our chassis & does not significan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Shocking! or "Your Grounded"...
Check bulbs On Fri, Jul 11, 2008 at 5:10 PM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I have my '72... > The lights work front/back... > The turn signals work front/back... > The emergency flashers work front/back... > If you depress the brake pedal...you LOSE all lights in the Left Rear > Tail > Light... > I found damaged wire (bumper mounted to frame with harness caught > between) > cut, crimped pigtail back on...SAME thing... > What on EARTH am I missing...aside from being frustrated...I have to > fend > off our state bird in Florida...the Salt Marsh Mosquito... > What do You'all think? > "Doc" Lawson > Team Chevelle # 145 > ' 72 Chevelle SS > "Cheaptrick" > > > -- Forwarded message -- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net > Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 18:00:05 + > Subject: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 60, Issue 14 > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: 66 rewired (mike f) > 2. Re: Identify Delco Part? (Pelle Andersson) > 3. O/T spray guns ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) > 4. O/T oil additive ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) > > > -- Forwarded message -- > From: mike f <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: The Chevelle Mailing List > Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:06:13 -0700 (PDT) > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired > I did the painless system on my 67. It was ok, but I am in electronics. The > painless system uses the same color codes as the original harness and many > features of the new micro-fuse blocks in current production cars and trucks. > > It comes down to a few questions like Brad said. What do you want such as > 14 circuits? Do you think you can pigtail and splice the harness back in? > > I was doing mine one evening and a skunk scampered by the garage door. We > had a few tense moments. > mike > > > --- On Thu, 7/10/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > wrote: > > > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired > > To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net > > Date: Thursday, July 10, 2008, 9:29 AM > > I haven't completely rewired my carbut I've done > > a fair share of work on it. If you want to just rewire > > everything stock, I HIGHLY recommend M&H Wire > > Harness's. I used one of their harness's in my 66, > > and it was perfect. Colors the same as original, came with > > all the new clips/connectors, correct lengths, etc. I know > > that True-Connections, www.true-connections.com stocks and > > sells M&H harness's. I've never used or seen > > Painless wiring harness's, so I don't know about > > themthe only thing I've heard about them is that > > they are more of a generic type harness. > > > > As far as wiring...it's pretty involved. There is a > > forward lamp harness, engine harness, dash harness, > > intermediate wiring, and the rear lamp harness. Not > > impossiblebut requires a decent amount of work. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -Original Message- > > From: Peebles, Lorne (Services) > > <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net > > Sent: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 7:02 am > > Subject: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Has anyone rewired a 66 Chevelle? I have a 66 Chevelle > > originally a 6 now an 8. I was wondering if you could shed > > some light on the different > > products out there for a complete redo of the wiring. Are > > there any ones I > > should seek out or avoid. How long a process is this, it > > seems to be a straight > > forward swap. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. > > > > > > > > -- Forwarded message -- > From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" > Date: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:12:07 +0200 > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Identify Delco Part? > Thanks! > > The box is actually located here in sweden & I can pick it up! > I'll read the article, I might buy it anyway just to see if it works!? > > Thanks for the link! > > //P > > *From:* Rick Schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > *Sent:* Wednesday, July 09, 2008 9:36 PM > *To:* The Chevelle Mailing List > *Subject:* Re: [Chevelle-list] Identify Delco Part? > > Pelle there are a lot better PROVEN choices for a steering box upgrade for > your 71. Read this page by Jim Shea - he is a retired GM Engineer. > http://www.chevelles.com/techref/shea_1.html You may get the box > cheap, but shipping to Europe will not be cheap especially for a box which > may not work. > > I am using the Monte Carlo SS gear box now but will be removing it soon to > replace it with my modified original box. The Monte box has much improved > road feel, works with our chassis & does not significantly impair the > turning radius.That newer box may or may not be an improvement on what > you have. The Monte or Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE box would both be proven > options for you. > > Just my 2 cents. > > On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 7:37 AM, Pelle Andersson < > [EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> I
[Chevelle-list] Shocking! or "Your Grounded"...
I have my '72... The lights work front/back... The turn signals work front/back... The emergency flashers work front/back... If you depress the brake pedal...you LOSE all lights in the Left Rear Tail Light... I found damaged wire (bumper mounted to frame with harness caught between) cut, crimped pigtail back on...SAME thing... What on EARTH am I missing...aside from being frustrated...I have to fend off our state bird in Florida...the Salt Marsh Mosquito... What do You'all think? "Doc" Lawson Team Chevelle # 145 ' 72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick"--- Begin Message --- Today's Topics: 1. Re: 66 rewired (mike f) 2. Re: Identify Delco Part? (Pelle Andersson) 3. O/T spray guns ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) 4. O/T oil additive ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) --- Begin Message --- I did the painless system on my 67. It was ok, but I am in electronics. The painless system uses the same color codes as the original harness and many features of the new micro-fuse blocks in current production cars and trucks. It comes down to a few questions like Brad said. What do you want such as 14 circuits? Do you think you can pigtail and splice the harness back in? I was doing mine one evening and a skunk scampered by the garage door. We had a few tense moments. mike --- On Thu, 7/10/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired > To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net > Date: Thursday, July 10, 2008, 9:29 AM > I haven't completely rewired my carbut I've done > a fair share of work on it. If you want to just rewire > everything stock, I HIGHLY recommend M&H Wire > Harness's. I used one of their harness's in my 66, > and it was perfect. Colors the same as original, came with > all the new clips/connectors, correct lengths, etc. I know > that True-Connections, www.true-connections.com stocks and > sells M&H harness's. I've never used or seen > Painless wiring harness's, so I don't know about > themthe only thing I've heard about them is that > they are more of a generic type harness. > > As far as wiring...it's pretty involved. There is a > forward lamp harness, engine harness, dash harness, > intermediate wiring, and the rear lamp harness. Not > impossiblebut requires a decent amount of work. > > > > > > > > -Original Message- > From: Peebles, Lorne (Services) > <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net > Sent: Thu, 10 Jul 2008 7:02 am > Subject: [Chevelle-list] 66 rewired > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Has anyone rewired a 66 Chevelle? I have a 66 Chevelle > originally a 6 now an 8. I was wondering if you could shed > some light on the different > products out there for a complete redo of the wiring. Are > there any ones I > should seek out or avoid. How long a process is this, it > seems to be a straight > forward swap. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. --- End Message --- --- Begin Message --- Thanks! The box is actually located here in sweden & I can pick it up! I'll read the article, I might buy it anyway just to see if it works!? Thanks for the link! //P From: Rick Schaefer Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 9:36 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Identify Delco Part? Pelle there are a lot better PROVEN choices for a steering box upgrade for your 71. Read this page by Jim Shea - he is a retired GM Engineer. http://www.chevelles.com/techref/shea_1.html You may get the box cheap, but shipping to Europe will not be cheap especially for a box which may not work. I am using the Monte Carlo SS gear box now but will be removing it soon to replace it with my modified original box. The Monte box has much improved road feel, works with our chassis & does not significantly impair the turning radius.That newer box may or may not be an improvement on what you have. The Monte or Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE box would both be proven options for you. Just my 2 cents. On Wed, Jul 9, 2008 at 7:37 AM, Pelle Andersson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I put a bid on it and if I win I can try! The starting price was good so I'll take a chance. I can always sell it with a bit of profit if it doesn't fit :-) //P -- From: "John Nasta" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 2:14 PM To: Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Identify Delco Part? Try it. Then you'll know. If you don't make any mods you can always put it back the way it was if it doesn't work. Quoting Pelle Andersson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: Hi! 15753492 Power steering fits 2000 Chevrolet C2500 models! But will it fit a Chevelle -71without mod's? Pelle -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino --- End Message --- --- Begin Message --- does anyone know of a place to buy used parts for auto
Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T oil additive
Summit has the Comp Cam lube for 10.95 plus shipping, part #cca-159. **Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus0005000112)
Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T oil additive
I use the Comp Cams break in lube with every oil change.It has all the stuff that us flat tappet guys need and its available at any performance store.Its $17.50 a bottle up here in Alberta,Canada but...Its a pretty small price to pay for the peace of mind knowing that my cam is getting the proper lubrication... John 66 Malibu SS 327 4 Speed
Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T oil additive
Eastwood sells it-http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?itemID=23476&itemType=PRODUCT I don't know anything about it, though. Check out this TC thread-http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=195620 BillL At 12:02 PM 7/11/2008, you wrote: has anyone used this zinc additive ZDD plus and know where to get it or how much it is? or recommend another kind?? thank you. it claims to have more zinc than the GM EOS Harlan ** Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus0005000112)
[Chevelle-list] O/T oil additive
has anyone used this zinc additive ZDD plus and know where to get it or how much it is? or recommend another kind?? thank you. it claims to have more zinc than the GM EOS Harlan ** Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus0005000112)
