[Chevelle-list] Gene's General Restoration Parts Newsletter

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[Chevelle-list] Gene's General Restoration Parts Newsletter

Gene's General Restoration Parts Newsletter Supplier of Reproduction Classic Car Parts (May 5, 2008) ~~ For the best quality reproduction parts available contact Gene's General Restoration Parts. You will find all the parts you need at

[Chevelle-list] 10 Bolt Build Up

Hi All,  I am working on my 69 Chevelle Malibu wich has officially spiriled out of control and has become a frame off. All is painted on the frame and the body is about ready to go back on. The problem I have is the rear axle. It is an open 10 bolt and while I have a '66 12 bolt in storage i

Re: [Chevelle-list] what paint for rear end?

Hi,  You can take a gloss acrylic enamel and add a flattening agent to dull the finish. It is a bit trail and error but can be made what ever you want, plus add a hardener for durability and faster drying. As for primer you can go DuPont Vari-Prime over bare metal followed by an epoxy and fi

Re: [Chevelle-list] Lifters 101

I will agree that the Hyd Extreme grinds are well designed and go a step further and suggest you use Rhoades lifters for better low end power with a bigger cam. Can't be beat for the money. I am running a smallish Extreme in my 383 and it runs very well and revs fast. Probably the best compr

Re: [Chevelle-list] 68 Malibu engine

Hi,  Is anyone out there running a gear vendors over/under drive? i am thinking hard about it...   Gene - Original Message - From: Rick Schaefer To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2005 8:30 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 68 Malibu engi

Re: [Chevelle-list] More paint (off topic)

Hi, Factory clear can be wet sanded with 400 - 600 grit and recleared. But be sure to use an adhesion promotor prior to spraying the clear. It is a solvent you spay on with your gun, it will help soften the factory baked clear and let the new clear grab hold. Gene - Original Message --

Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject)

I think GM drags their feet when they come out with someting innovative, take the SSR, seems like that design was about five years old before you could buy one, the new mustang was shown for only a year or so before it hit the market. Gene - Original Message - From: "Jason Fiegel" <[

Re: [Chevelle-list] new Dodge Charger

y, August 30, 2005 3:33 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] new Dodge Charger The problem with cell cars is that it takes carbon based energy to make hydrogen. Process is wasteful. It's a fantasy yet. --- Gene's General Restoration Parts <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Anybody else out

Re: [Chevelle-list] new Dodge Charger

Anybody else out there seen the Honda (gasp!!) natural gas powered car that you can fill up at home? Cheaper power and save time not going to the gas station, not to mention it will be easier on the waist if you're like me and have to have a snickers bar with every fill up too!   That's the k

Re: [Chevelle-list] Jim Dos Camaro RS/SS

Hi,    On a RS SS camaro the SS badges were dominate and the RS was an appearance package with the hidden headlamps, different tail lights, different back up lamps added but no rs badges.     If it is just a camaro with RS, then there are rs emblems.   Gene - Original Message -

Re: [Chevelle-list] Original part numbers (formerly What doyou drive?)

strated!!   Rich     - Original Message ----- From: Gene's General Restoration Parts To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, August 26, 2005 8:15 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Original part numbers (formerly What doyou drive?) Hi,  I just

Re: [Chevelle-list] Original part numbers (formerly What do you drive?)

sa1chevelleguy    Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Restoration Parts       www.genesgeneralrestorationparts.com or Toll Free 866-347-2181 Mon. - Fri. 8a.m. - 6p.m. EST Closed Weekend

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1966 Chevelle Wiring Harness

Hi,  Just let me know when you're ready.    http://www.wiringharness.com/PDFS/Chevrolet_Chevelle.pdf or http://www.wiringharness.com/ Thanks,Gene Smitha.k.a. usa1chevelleguy    Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Restora

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1970 chevelle

Hi,  I don't sell many suspension parts so when I did my 69 Chevelle I went to PST. Fair prices and free shipping makes a good deal. I bought one of everything except the center link which was $40.00 cheaper at the local parts store (everything else was way more locally). I went with the pol

Re: [Chevelle-list] NOS part question

m: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Gene's General Restoration Parts   Hi,  We have the Goodmark supplied OEM quarter panel stamped on the original dies in America. The dies were recently freshened up so the quarter panels are of excellent quality. T

Re: [Chevelle-list] NOS part question

Hi,  While 99% of what they sell is imported, the Goodmark 70 71 72 Chevelle hard top and convertible 1/4's are US made on original dies.    The dies wear over time and need worked on from time to time. They just did the hard top and convertible 1/4' dies.   They are also getting some impor

Re: [Chevelle-list] NOS part question

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Re: [Chevelle-list] 1966 Chevelle Wiring Harness

ve them on-line soon?   Thanks, Larry - Original Message - From: Gene's General Restoration Parts To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, August 18, 2005 2:10 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1966 Chevelle Wiring Harness

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1966 Chevelle Wiring Harness

Title: Message Hi,  I have just brought M&H aboard as a supplier. I am able to give the list subscribers 15% off retail on M&H parts. Thanks,Gene Smitha.k.a. usa1chevelleguy    Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Rest

Re: [Chevelle-list] Bumpers

Title: Bumpers Hi,  We sell the Goodmark supplied GM Restoration Parts approved bumpers for $350 a pair including bolts. Thanks,Gene Smitha.k.a. usa1chevelleguy    Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Restoration

Re: [Chevelle-list] 402 BB & TH350

Hi,  The main weakness in a TH350 is the intermediate roller clutch, I used the TH400 based replacement drum w/36 element sprag from http://www.400raptor.com/ a little pricey but a needed improvment. Even though I am running a small block I broke the stock parts on the first test drive!   Ge

Re: [Chevelle-list] New seats

Hi, Normal retail 49.95 ...Chevelle list special price...$36.99 + 5.88 S&H Thanks, Gene Smith a.k.a. usa1chevelleguy Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Restoration Parts www.genesgeneralrestorationparts.com or Toll Free 866

Re: [Chevelle-list] Electric Fans

Hi, I haven't measured yet, but the dual fan set up under the hood of a front wheel drive 90 and up Olds 88 (or any of the GM variants) is what I plan on trying in my 69, it would be worth a trip to the junk yard to look one up ...they mount with tabs that screw to the upper radiator plate and

Re: [Chevelle-list] disc brake conversion

time.   Thanks,Gene Smitha.k.a. usa1chevelleguy   Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Restoration Parts    www.genesgeneralrestorationparts.com or Toll Free 866-347-2181 Mon. - Fri. 8a.m. - 6p.m.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Z/28 engine

Olson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Tuesday, July 19, 2005 1:24 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Z/28 engine -- Original message ---------- From: "Gene's General Restoration Parts" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Here i

Re: [Chevelle-list] Z/28 engine

01 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Gene's General Restoration Parts" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> [edit] 327 The 327 in³ (5.4 L) V8, introduced in 1962, was bored and stroked to 4 in (102 mm) by 3.25 in. P

Re: [Chevelle-list] Z/28 engine

Here is an interesting read on the bore stroke combos from the factory. (But they of course never built a 383 version although they should have. If anyone is considering building a small block from scratch a long rod 383 is the best in terms of cost vs. power.) Gene Early Small Blocks Most curr

Re: [Chevelle-list] Stroked 396

Here is an interesting read I found that list stock bore and stroke. (I couldn't remember if the 427 was a 396 block and 454 crank or a 454 block and 396 crank so I had to look it up) Gene 396 The 396 in³ (6.5 L) V8 was introduced in the 1965 Corvette as the L78 option. It had larger bore an

Re: [Chevelle-list] z 28 engine

Basically all you need is a small jornal 327 block, a 283 crank , 302 spec pistons (or the correct hieght if you go longer rods) and double hump fuelie 2.02 heads w/accesory bolt holes. A reproduction ''stock'' cam is on the market I am sure, but I would lean toward a modern solid lifter cam

Re: [Chevelle-list] 12 bolt non-posi 'spider' gear installation

I have always said it is not so much how you screw something up but rather if you learned something from it! (How do you think I also learned to reinstall the pin after removing the axles??) Gene - Original Message - From: "Graham Wooden" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailin

Re: [Chevelle-list] RE: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 24, Issue 24

Hi, 279.99 for the hood and $89 shipping to a business or $119 residential. I am in the northeast corner of Indiana if you want to pick up. Thanks, Gene Smith a.k.a. usa1chevelleguy Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Restoration

Re: [Chevelle-list] RE: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 24, Issue 24

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Re: [Chevelle-list] Clutches

Don't the early trannys have a stud/nut holding on the shifter linkage and the newer ones have a bolt? I know the bolt style would have a possibility of either but shouldn't all stud/nut trans have ten splines? One way to tell.   Gene - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] 70 ss only

Hi, What I remember is up to 69 it was a 396 and after 70 the bore was increased .030 which made it a 402 but was still badged and called a 396. Some cars like the Monte Carlo and I think full size it was refered to as a 400 Big Block and they also had the 400 Small Block to make it more confu

[Chevelle-list] Where will it end??

Just checking out eBay for stuff I need for my 69 and ran across someone selling build sheets! It is not bad enogh that everyone and their brother is building clones, but this should be against the law. They will even ''age'' it for you. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewIte

Re: [Chevelle-list] Body Paint Recommendations

While epoxy is good it requires metal treating whereas the Vari-Prime is a self etching primer which is not porous and it has a longer gun life which decreases waste. And nothing against PPG, Vari-Prime is the only DuPont paint I use, the rest is PPG, I just don't like the PPG self etching p

Re: [Chevelle-list] Body Paint Recommendations

Base coat clear coat allows you to sand and buff the final finish and is much more durable. PPG DBU works good.   As for primers I have had good luck with DuPont Vari Prime on bare metal and for a high build primer use a two part primer. I don't know if duPont still makes Uro-Prime. PPG K-36

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vortec heads

or Lunati hyd flat tappet cam will probably be bought. 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: "Gene's General Restoration Parts" <[EMAIL PROTEC

Re: [Chevelle-list] carter AFB

Hi,  The AFB is easier to tune with metering rods and or springs that take about 30 seconds to remove with out taking the carb apart. And if you do have to change jets the top comes off and the fuel stays in the bowls which is a lot less messy. And you don't have to worry about leaks. I thin

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vortec heads

/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Gene's General Restoration Parts" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi, I have always heard that big valves really only help over 6000 RPM or so, if this is a street engine and the old valves are still servicable I would

Re: [Chevelle-list] carter AFB

HI,  I think the AFB is worth a second look, sell the Holley instead! - Original Message - From: bob howard To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, June 03, 2005 2:09 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] carter AFB Hay guys. I just bought a

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vortec heads

Hi, I have always heard that big valves really only help over 6000 RPM or so, if this is a street engine and the old valves are still servicable I would stick to them. Spend the money in other areas. A fast responding engine is better on the street. My 383 is running the early 90's vette alum

Re: [Chevelle-list] NOS 1/4 PANEL

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Re: [Chevelle-list] Gasoline smell! Can I make the fuel system sealed?

the fuel system sealed? AFB ? What's that?   Best regards Pelle __Chevelle gearheadshttp://hem.bredband.net/chevellegearheads/     - Original Message - From: Gene's General Restoration Parts To: The Chevelle Ma

Re: [Chevelle-list] Gasoline smell! Can I make the fuel system sealed?

Switch to an AFB, I have never noticed any of mine smelling. Make your lady happy and the car more drivable.   Gene - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, May 06, 2005 3:10 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Gasoline s

Re: [Chevelle-list] If it wasn't for bad luck,,,

Hope it wasn't your throttle foot! Get well soon... Gene - Original Message - From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2005 10:49 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] If it wasn't for bad luck,,, I wouldn't have any luck,at all. Walking across the room last night,I f

Re: [Chevelle-list] dye for seat belts.

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Re: [Chevelle-list] Age of the Chevelle owners

Joe was cool, he had some cool mopar stuff in that movie, I don't have a mullet but do have a white trash looking beard, moustach sideburn thing going... Gene - Original Message - From: "Wayne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2005 6:49 AM

Re: [Chevelle-list] Age of the Chevelle owners

Hi, Maybe we can start a poll of how many el Co owners have mullets?? Just kidding!! Gene - Original Message - From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2005 10:16 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Age of the Chevelle owners I hear

Re: [Chevelle-list] Age of the Chevelle owners

m Indiana. Gene Smitha.k.a. usa1chevelleguy    Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Restoration Parts       www.genesgeneralrestorationparts.com or Toll Free 866-347-2181 Mon. - Fri. 8a.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Recommendations for Interstate Car Haulers

I have had DAS move two vehcles for me. Good service, it takes a week or two for them to deliver it after scheduling, it but they are reliable. Gene Smitha.k.a. usa1chevelleguy   Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Store    www.genesgener

Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 COWL HOOD YET?

Hi,  I just checked this for a customer last week, looks like another 8 weeks or so. Gene Smitha.k.a. usa1chevelleguy   Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on restoration parts from Gene's General Store    www.genesgeneralrestorationparts.com or Toll Free 866-347-2181   

Re: [Chevelle-list] engine

Hi,  Harmonic balancer will have a relief notch for balancing purposes, the flex plate/flywheel will also have a large wieght and there is also a dowel pin to locate the fly wheel to the crank. The blocks usually have three core plugs down the sides instead of two like the normal s/b.   If h

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1966 CHEVELLE

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Re: [Chevelle-list] brake line kits

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Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 Door Adjustment

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Re: [Chevelle-list] bucket seat tracks

t them in, and they already had the studs mounted in them. I don't remember there being a specific location for them being apparent on the floor- However, my car originally came w/a bench seat. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Regards, Jim --- Gene's General Restoration Parts <[EMA

Re: [Chevelle-list] bucket seat tracks

Hi, Are you using the factory style mounting bracket that welds to the floor pan? They are formed to fit the floor in the correct spots and are cheap compared to the time it takes to make some from scratch. Thanks, Gene Smith a.k.a. usa1chevelleguy Visit my Home Page or eBay Store for deals on r

Re: [Chevelle-list] For a living...

Hi,  If you are reading this it is my first post that worked right for me. I have lurked for a while now.   You all have cool jobs, but mine actually has to do with Chevelles. I am an online merchant that deals Goodmark, Soffseal, PUI, Classic Tube, Master Power Brakes among others. What I li