Re: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower
you are correct... from a stand still, it is like a schoolbus, lol.. on the expressway, it moves pretty good.. thanks for the replies so far, I was planning on a 200R4 swap this winter anyway, this information just makes me want to do it even more now. Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Jon Bongiorno To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Sunday, June 27, 2004 10:31 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower Dan, Just a question for ya, when you finally get it up to highway speed, and then you get on it, does it go pretty quick??? Im guessing it does. I have a 350 that was backed by a 2speed powerglide . I changed to a TH350, and MAN what a difference. I have a first gear that in the neighborhood of 2.5 where as the powerglide is about 1.75. I can now Throw Smoke when ever I feel like it, from a dead stop or rolling. Id bet that with the tranny swap youd get all the power youd need (not want J). I hope this helps. And of course I could be totally wrong, and if thats the case. The list will surely let you know. Jon Bongiorno 1966 Chevelle -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dan McIntoshSent: Sunday, June 27, 2004 6:19 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower Hi gang, hers the deal.. I have a 1971 El Camino 350CID motor in my 64... it is very, very slow. I have the stock powerglide, and 3.something to 1 rear gears.. 4 bbl edelbrock 600 carb, power plus aluminum dual plane intake, stock ram horn exhaust manifolds with 2.5" duals with glasspacks. HEI dist with good 8.8mm wires. What do I need to do to get some power out of this thing. It is such a dog as is... I have super skinny 13" tires and cant even do a burnout most of the time.. I'm not looking for 8 million horsepower, just something a little more respectable than the 110 HP is feels like I have now.. do I need to build up the motor some, or would a trans swap to a 200R4 be the way to go? Thank you for any help you can give.. Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower
Check the timing curve on the dist. Lighter springs might wake up the engine depending on what advance you have at what rpm. It made a world of difference on my circletrack 350 in my almost stock engine. My $.02 - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, June 27, 2004 9:19 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower Hi gang, hers the deal.. I have a 1971 El Camino 350CID motor in my 64... it is very, very slow. I have the stock powerglide, and 3.something to 1 rear gears.. 4 bbl edelbrock 600 carb, power plus aluminum dual plane intake, stock ram horn exhaust manifolds with 2.5" duals with glasspacks. HEI dist with good 8.8mm wires. What do I need to do to get some power out of this thing. It is such a dog as is... I have super skinny 13" tires and cant even do a burnout most of the time.. I'm not looking for 8 million horsepower, just something a little more respectable than the 110 HP is feels like I have now.. do I need to build up the motor some, or would a trans swap to a 200R4 be the way to go? Thank you for any help you can give.. Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com
RE: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower
Dan, Just a question for ya, when you “finally” get it up to highway speed, and then you get on it, does it go pretty quick??? I’m guessing it does. I have a 350 that was backed by a 2speed powerglide…. I changed to a TH350, and MAN what a difference. I have a first gear that in the neighborhood of 2.5 where as the powerglide is about 1.75. I can now “Throw Smoke” when ever I feel like it, from a dead stop or rolling. I’d bet that with the tranny swap you’d get all the power you’d need (not want J). I hope this helps. And of course I could be totally wrong, and if that’s the case. The list will surely let you know. Jon Bongiorno 1966 Chevelle -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dan McIntosh Sent: Sunday, June 27, 2004 6:19 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower Hi gang, hers the deal.. I have a 1971 El Camino 350CID motor in my 64... it is very, very slow. I have the stock powerglide, and 3.something to 1 rear gears.. 4 bbl edelbrock 600 carb, power plus aluminum dual plane intake, stock ram horn exhaust manifolds with 2.5" duals with glasspacks. HEI dist with good 8.8mm wires. What do I need to do to get some power out of this thing. It is such a dog as is... I have super skinny 13" tires and cant even do a burnout most of the time.. I'm not looking for 8 million horsepower, just something a little more respectable than the 110 HP is feels like I have now.. do I need to build up the motor some, or would a trans swap to a 200R4 be the way to go? Thank you for any help you can give.. Dan McIntosh Street Metal Fabrications Pavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S. http://www.lowriderimpala.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower
A 200R4 trans would give the car quite a boost,along with better fuel economy. That car is heavy and needs more gearing. Clint HooperH&H Custom,ownerLT5 Registry Directorhttp://www.LT5Registry.net/ACES #1650http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh Hi gang, hers the deal.. I have a 1971 El Camino 350CID motor in my 64... it is very, very slow. I have the stock powerglide, and 3.something to 1 rear gears.. 4 bbl edelbrock 600 carb, power plus aluminum dual plane intake, stock ram horn exhaust manifolds with 2.5" duals with glasspacks. HEI dist with good 8.8mm wires. What do I need to do to get some power out of this thing. It is such a dog as is... I have super skinny 13" tires and cant even do a burnout most of the time.. I'm not looking for 8 million horsepower, just something a little more respectable than the 110 HP is feels like I have now.. do I need to build up the motor some, or would a trans swap to a 200R4 be the way to go? Thank you for any help you can give.. Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com
[Chevelle-list] help, need horsepower
Hi gang, hers the deal.. I have a 1971 El Camino 350CID motor in my 64... it is very, very slow. I have the stock powerglide, and 3.something to 1 rear gears.. 4 bbl edelbrock 600 carb, power plus aluminum dual plane intake, stock ram horn exhaust manifolds with 2.5" duals with glasspacks. HEI dist with good 8.8mm wires. What do I need to do to get some power out of this thing. It is such a dog as is... I have super skinny 13" tires and cant even do a burnout most of the time.. I'm not looking for 8 million horsepower, just something a little more respectable than the 110 HP is feels like I have now.. do I need to build up the motor some, or would a trans swap to a 200R4 be the way to go? Thank you for any help you can give.. Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com
[Chevelle-list] 66 mailbu
hey guys i was wondering through a junk yard today and saw a 66 malibu 2 door coupe in there. although the car it self was beyond life. the frame actually looked good, from what i could see. the place is copher-u-pull it in clearwater, fl phone# 727-573-0630. just thought i'd throw that out if anyone is interested. J.R. 65 malibu ss #'s 79 ss el camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] Heater vent thermostat source?
I was replacing the heater core on my 66 this weekend. The heater thermostat that sits in the heater box is mounted on a piece of cardboard-like material. When removing the heater box this cardboard disintegrated. Is there any place to buy a replacement thermostat? Has anyone else run into this problem before? Thanks. Rob S.
RE: [Chevelle-list] CARS Inc
Hi Jim, The general rule on truck deliveries is that you have to be there to receive the order and inspect it for shipping damage in the presence of the driver. If it is damaged, it should either go right back on the truck, or at the very least, the driver should sign off saying that it was damaged prior to delivery. Most companies won’t take a panel back after the driver leaves, because at that point it becomes your word against the driver's, and of course the driver is going to say that it was not his/her fault. John Nasta -Original Message- I didn't order from CARS but did from a California company. They shipped two quarters to me in one box. One showed up in good shape. The other showed up with dents and dings, etc. I called them and told them that the one damaged quarter was damaged before it was shipped and they said, that was unlikely but ship it back anyway. I was to pay the shipping cost though. Heck, It cost more to ship the one quarter then the two quarters cost. I still have the quarter sitting in my garage. Not sure what I'm going to do with it. So. if you can drive to the place your going to buy it and inspect it before you purchase it, that is the way to go. After my California experience, I found out there was a place close to home that sold sheet metal (300 miles away) I made the trip and got a good quarter. Once again. School of Hard Knocks. :) Good Luck. Jim
Re: [Chevelle-list] CARS Inc
I didn't order from CARS but did from a California company. They shipped two quarters to me in one box. One showed up in good shape. The other showed up with dents and dings, etc. I called them and told them that the one damaged quarter was damaged before it was shipped and they said, that was unlikely but ship it back anyway. I was to pay the shipping cost though. Heck, It cost more to ship the one quarter then the two quarters cost. I still have the quarter sitting in my garage. Not sure what I'm going to do with it. So. if you can drive to the place your going to buy it and inspect it before you purchase it, that is the way to go. After my California experience, I found out there was a place close to home that sold sheet metal (300 miles away) I made the trip and got a good quarter. Once again. School of Hard Knocks. :) Good Luck. Jim - Original Message - From: Melanie Lopez To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, June 24, 2004 12:10 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] CARS Inc Anybody ever order parts from C.A.R.S. Inc ? They are out of Berkley MI near Detroit. Prices are pretty comparable to OPG etc, but we are close enough to go pick up stuff and avoid expensive shipping and freight delivery charges. They manufacture both interior and sheet metal parts there so all U.S.A. made.
RE: [Chevelle-list] Engine Block Paint
I used the por 15 engine paint, it came in a one pint can or something like that. If you want to goof around and figure out a way to spray it that would be a good idea. I brushed it on and got streaks. Of course they say it is self leveling bla bla bla. It did not work out that well and on the valve covers I had to wet sand them down and spray them with a spray can. Now the color does not match exactly :-( My oil pan still sucks but it is on the car and will be what it is until the engine comes out for something. I have standardized on a manufacture and color and written it down. As I paint or replace things I use that brand now. I too love the por 15 product for sealing and priming for sealing (not for sanding. My process now is to por15 stuff then spray the part with spray can engine paint like the can says. This combo makes a very durable finished product in my experience. Just spray can paint on raw metal is good for 1-3 years. The Por 15 engine paints claim is "high solids" so there is more paint in the can and less thinner, so you get a thicker coat of paint. My theory is to give the part a few extra coats of spray can paint then to build up the solids. Works for me anyway... Mark 71 SS. http://www.por15.com/product.asp?productid=319 I've never used it, but I love everything else POR makes. This is what I plan on using when it comes time (soon).
Re: [Chevelle-list] more about fender wells
At 11:39 PM 6/24/2004, you wrote: I personally think that one of your fenders were replaced at some point. I am in the middle of a frame off restoration on my Convertible 69 which is equipped with A/C. The car came with plastic inner fenders, when I removed them of course they were horrible. After much asking around even on this list, I was told that at the plant they put in what they had, some with plastic some with metal. I decided to go with metal, much better and sturdier fit, the plastic ones are very hard to fit properly. Just my 2 cents. Joe P. == I have been reading this thread with interest plus I am scratching my head and trying my damndest to remember back to summer of 1967 - 1968. I was in college and worked at the Brownning Highway Fisher Body Plant in Baltimore on the assembly line... I was of course young, and much more interested in chasin women then building cars BUT I CAN NOT RECALL ever seeing plastic fender wells ... but then again I never was assigned to that job either... Bob Griffiths
