[Chevelle-list] FW: disc brake conversion
-Original Message- From: John Liao [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, July 05, 2004 10:56 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: disc brake conversion Hello all, I recently aquired a one / two owner 64 chevelle malibu ss. Unfortunately it still has the drum brakes on the front. I have been searching the web for reasonable cost drum -> disc conversions and have found a couple of sites that describe the "tall" spindle swap. Some say there are significant problems, some say it is not a big deal, some say that you can find a 12 " swap instaed of the 11 " swap while retaining the stock 5 on 4 3/4 inch bolt circle. Some say just go with an all new kit, some say that just find used parts in a junk yard. I want the swap to be easy, relatively inexpensive and work with the stock drum brakes in the back. I have a fair amount of mechanical ability and live in Northern California. All suggestions and advice are appreciated. Thanks. John(;-)
Re: [Chevelle-list] Whats it worth?
Depending on how solid it is, how bad the floors are, etc. 750-1000 my guess.
RE: [Chevelle-list] Whats it worth?
I'd say 1,000 or so, nonmatching #'s, no motor. Sounds like a good project though, if the price is right. Brian '71 Malibu From: "JDHall" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [Chevelle-list] Whats it worth? Date: Tue, 6 Jul 2004 22:27:32 -0400 I'm trying to help my brother find a project 70 chevelle. We looked at one today. Its a regular chevelle with a ss cowl hood ,buckets, console, and 12bolt. There is no motor. It pretty much needs the works however the floors ,trunk and frame are rock solid and rust free. It will probably need new quarters and fenders for a nice job. What should one of these realistically go for? Thanks! JD _ MSN 9 Dial-up Internet Access helps fight spam and pop-ups now 2 months FREE! http://join.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200361ave/direct/01/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Whats it worth?
I'd would not pay more than $1000 honestly. No engine, trans, or paperwork, it's nothing more than a rolling body. Tom
[Chevelle-list] Hot Rod Magazine, August 2004... Fastest Street Car in America... 67 Chevelle!!
Did you guys see the latest edition of the Hot Rod Magazine... shows a white '67 Chevelle as the fastest street car in america. 565 Big Block... 860 hp... add another 300 when he sprays the juiceaverage run ... 9.40 @ 141mph... sweet!! Donnie
[Chevelle-list] Whats it worth?
I'm trying to help my brother find a project 70 chevelle. We looked at one today. Its a regular chevelle with a ss cowl hood ,buckets, console, and 12bolt. There is no motor. It pretty much needs the works however the floors ,trunk and frame are rock solid and rust free. It will probably need new quarters and fenders for a nice job. What should one of these realistically go for? Thanks!JD
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
Something you have to be really careful about when adding hardened seats,is getting into a water jacket. My race shop ruined a nice 049 oval port head trying to do this. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Bill Lessenberry" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > You're right, from what I remember (and it ain't what it used to be) the > mid 70's heads were the first to have hardened seats. They were induction > or flame hardened, I can't remember the exact process. The problem was > that the hardened layer was very inconsistent; thin in some spots & thicker > in others. It's possible to grind right through the thin layer when doing > a valve job. The seat recession problem isn't really widespread, but if > you're going to the trouble to refurbish the heads, then why not do it > right the first time & not have to worry about it? The heads may show no > wear when torn down, then the seats are ground, the hardened layer goes > away, then the valves sink, & you have to do the job over & install the > seats. More time & money spent. Or just buy the lead additive or pour a > pint of Marvel Mystery oil in the tank when you fill up. > Just my $.02 > > BL > >
RE: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
At 04:13 PM 7/6/2004, you wrote: Bill, I thought the first heads made to be used for unleaded were flame hardened, not made with a hardened seat insert ?? Am I wrong here?? You're right, from what I remember (and it ain't what it used to be) the mid 70's heads were the first to have hardened seats. They were induction or flame hardened, I can't remember the exact process. The problem was that the hardened layer was very inconsistent; thin in some spots & thicker in others. It's possible to grind right through the thin layer when doing a valve job. The seat recession problem isn't really widespread, but if you're going to the trouble to refurbish the heads, then why not do it right the first time & not have to worry about it? The heads may show no wear when torn down, then the seats are ground, the hardened layer goes away, then the valves sink, & you have to do the job over & install the seats. More time & money spent. Or just buy the lead additive or pour a pint of Marvel Mystery oil in the tank when you fill up. Just my $.02 BL
Re: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
Some 19x8 and 19x10's would be very cool,Andre,,but more expensive. If I ever change wheels again on my 69 Elky,I think a set of 19x9.5's and 19x13's would be the way I go. 315's will fit a 68-72 if the right wheel is used. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> If it fits in an 18", I'll be happy, I think 20" look a little bit strange on a Chevelle. Do you know what max size is in the rear without tubbing ?? 315 335 ?? Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] You will need at least an 18" wheel to run that large a brake rotor. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I dont know yet, I'll go with some five spokes for sure. I wouldnt like to go bigger than 18" if i can, maybe 9,5 up front with 275s and 10 or 11 in the rear with as big as possible tires. Ciao André > Andre,what 18" or 19" wheels are you planning to run with those big rotors? > Clint Hooper > H&H Custom,owner > LT5 Registry Director > http://www.LT5Registry.net/ > ACES #1650 > http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > - Original Message - > From: "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > Thanks > > Price isn't that bad > > I'll have to pay euro 510 for the calipers shipping included (they have > 1000km on them) that's around $ 620. > For the rotors I paid euro 330 shipping included and that's around $ 400 > The brackets to adapt the caliper to the spindles will cost like a case > of beer or wine for my buddy to keep him concentrated on the lathe, some > nice aluminum and some very nice bolts, maybe another $50-100 in total > > We are at a elevenhundred bucks now and I think it will be very good. > The only problem could be that the Rs-4 rotors aren't deep enough (to > come flush enough to the spindle) and that I might need some other > rotors or some dished wheels. > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > >
[Chevelle-list] !965 from Maui
Aloha From Maui, How big a tire can I put under the rear of a stock 1965 chevelle with 14" rims? Mahalo, Mark
Re: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
Is this the 450 hp version. If it is, smokem! - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Chevelle-list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 1:30 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more) yes pics will come as soon as I have them here it wont be before after my holidays I think. and that is july 26th Ciao André > > Can we say WHO! I believe that pictures are in order. > > > rick schaefer > -- "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I just wanted to share that I got myself a nice set of Porsche Cayenne > brembo six piston calipers for my birthday, I got them from germany on > ebay. > > Those together with the corvette front suspension and Audi RS-4 360x32mm > (14 1/4" x 1 1/4") rotors should make the Chevelle stop on a dime :o) > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tigergutt > Sent: 5. juli 2004 21:45 > To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' > Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] you shouldnt have drunk that > stuff!!! > > Rick, > > You cant see... I told you shouldn't have drunk the stuff on the gas > tank of the top methanol dragster :o) > > Its something you can setup on the setup page, I do not have a clue of > how to get to your setup page, I can only get to mine. > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of rick schaefer > Sent: 5. juli 2004 17:09 > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] More wiring questions... > > > Thanx for the warm welcome. I've missed you guys. I thought I'd had a > rough year in 2003, but compared to what Clints been working thru its > not too much. > > Now - can anyone tell me why I can't see my own posts?? > > > rick schaefer > 72 El camino > http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpg > ACES #00140 > Team Chevelle #00038 > > -- "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Hey Rick ! > > welcome back !! > > All ok ? > > Ciao > André > > > Rusty > > The switch & vacumn switch above it are for a cruise controlled > car. I forget exactly how the sw is wired, but 2 contacts are normally > open for the brake lites and 2 contacts are normally closed for the > cruise system. > > > > > > rick schaefer > > 72 El camino > > http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpg > > ACES #00140 > > Team Chevelle #00038 > > > > Please note: message attached > > > > > > > >
Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04
Hi Bill: Book rates are for books, that is things without advertising. Mailing magazines to any foreign country requires an envelope and first class postage. US publishers enjoy "periodical postage rates" which are set by magazine weight, % of advertising, and the numbers sorted by zip codes, but this does not apply internationally or for a private party. Bill Lessenberry wrote: At 03:55 PM 7/6/2004, you wrote: That's not the one I searched for, the one I miss is march 2004 and it seems that I have found it. Spring 2004 ??? is that a special issue or something ??? I only get the 12 months (sometimes less) I don't know--I quit subscribing to magazines a while back & I just buy them on the newsstand when I see something that interests me. The cover of this issue has a flamed '65 Malibu SS with 3 babes riding on the back seat cushion. It may have been a special issue, but you're welcome to it if you want. Does the Italian post office have a special book rate like here in the US? Email me off-list with your address & I'll send it to you. BTW, I will get the measurements for you soon. I've been so busy lately with the holidays and work that I haven't even pulled the cover off of the Chevelle in 2 1/2 weeks. BL
RE: Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04
At 03:55 PM 7/6/2004, you wrote: That's not the one I searched for, the one I miss is march 2004 and it seems that I have found it. Spring 2004 ??? is that a special issue or something ??? I only get the 12 months (sometimes less) I don't know--I quit subscribing to magazines a while back & I just buy them on the newsstand when I see something that interests me. The cover of this issue has a flamed '65 Malibu SS with 3 babes riding on the back seat cushion. It may have been a special issue, but you're welcome to it if you want. Does the Italian post office have a special book rate like here in the US? Email me off-list with your address & I'll send it to you. BTW, I will get the measurements for you soon. I've been so busy lately with the holidays and work that I haven't even pulled the cover off of the Chevelle in 2 1/2 weeks. BL
Re: [Chevelle-list] choppin the top ?
Ya might get hooked up with the members of KKOA. ( Kustom Kemps of America) (417-847-2940). Their end of the car hobby world has included chopped tops since the heyday of Barris, Starbird, Bailon and the Alexander Brothers. The Hirohata (sp) Merc is still a fantastic car. If anyone can help with a chop, the KKOA group can send you to the right person. It's not only the metal but the glass as well. I am having a ball with my 68 SS ( cept for that electric thang) but i am gonna have to have a flamed Merc with mailbox slot windows before I time out. Almost anything 50's ( or 40's or 30's and some from the 60's) looked better with a nice chop. Top have it done right, it ain't cheap. Last I heard here in Dallas, it was $3,000 but that was a long time back. But driving through ltle slots is a rush. Especially with a California rake. Ya can't see too far ahead and overhead stop lights are just a guesswork thing without the little plastic viewer like on 50's Chevy's. - Original Message - From: BIG_DOGG To: chevelle list ; NOVA MAIL Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 4:12 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] choppin the top ? ok 64 skylark has anyone choped a top before ? how hard was it ? could anyone do it ? cost ? thanks randy g AKA BIG DOGG Do you Yahoo!?Yahoo! Mail is new and improved - Check it out!
RE: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
I did mean seats, and realized my error after the first answer came back. This guy was negative about everything. My six year twins were actually behaving so I could not break away from all the "sky is falling" stories and about his rust problems on his Mercury Parklane - so in a sense he's a F*rd guy and it showed. Thanks for the info everyone! Krister "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent by:cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Fax to: evelles.net Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives 07/06/2004 04:10 PM Please respond to The Chevelle Mailing List I wouldn?t worry much about the holes in the pistons that could be caused by detonation because of low octane, I don?t think that can happen because of lead. From what I have been reached the only thing that could happen are burned valve seats but I do agree on your theory about the heat cycles hardening the material. And I think you mean hardened seats, not hardened guides right ?? I'd just drive it as is until the rebuild Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Krister Meister Sent: 6. juli 2004 17:55 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 octane and noticed now real difference in how the car ran. He got all over me for not using a "lead additive". I told him I am under the theory that the engine has been heated up and cold down so many times over the years that the valve guides are hardened by now (I do plan on rebuilding the engine with hardened guides in a few years when doing my restoration). His point was that without having a lead additive that damage would be caused to the pistons by blowing holes in them if the car back fires or pings especially under hard acceleration. My hardly occasional back fire comes through my carb and the car is timed that it never ping's. I do get an occasional engine run on for a half a second which I could blame on the lower octane. Any one using "lead additive" and any thoughts supporting this guys comments? Thanks, Krister Meister '66 SS #'s
RE: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
Bill, I thought the first heads made to be used for unleaded were flame hardened, not made with a hardened seat insert ?? Am I wrong here?? Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Lessenberry Sent: 6. juli 2004 18:13 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives At 10:54 AM 7/6/2004, you wrote: >I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild >cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th >Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 >octane and noticed now real difference in how the car ran. He got all over >me for not using a "lead additive". I told him I am under the theory that >the engine has been heated up and cold down so many times over the years >that the valve guides are hardened by now (I do plan on rebuilding the >engine with hardened guides in a few years when doing my restoration). His >point was that without having a lead additive that damage would be caused >to the pistons by blowing holes in them if the car back fires or pings >especially under hard acceleration. My hardly occasional back fire comes >through my carb and the car is timed that it never ping's. I do get an >occasional engine run on for a half a second which I could blame on the >lower octane. Any one using "lead additive" and any thoughts supporting >this guys comments? The guides aren't the problem, it's the valve seats, esp the exhaust seats. You're only going to blow holes in the pistons under REALLY hard detonation, and since the car doesn't ping, you aren't having that problem. I don't know what a backfire would have to do with anything (???). If the motor has a lot of miles on it running unleaded fuel, you'll probably see some sinking of the exhaust valves when you pull the heads off. The lead acts as a lubricant for the valve seats, and without it, the valve wears away the seat and starts to sink. The hardened seats are made of a different (harder) material so that they don't need the lead. Heat cycles have nothing to do with making the seats any harder or softer. Adding the additive now may not help if the seats are already worn, but it sure wouldn't hurt to use it to prevent any further wear. BL
[Chevelle-list] choppin the top ?
ok 64 skylark has anyone choped a top before ? how hard was it ? could anyone do it ? cost ? thanks randy g AKA BIG DOGG Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail is new and improved - Check it out!
RE: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
I wouldnt worry much about the holes in the pistons that could be caused by detonation because of low octane, I dont think that can happen because of lead. From what I have been reached the only thing that could happen are burned valve seats but I do agree on your theory about the heat cycles hardening the material. And I think you mean hardened seats, not hardened guides right ?? I'd just drive it as is until the rebuild Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Krister Meister Sent: 6. juli 2004 17:55 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 octane and noticed now real difference in how the car ran. He got all over me for not using a "lead additive". I told him I am under the theory that the engine has been heated up and cold down so many times over the years that the valve guides are hardened by now (I do plan on rebuilding the engine with hardened guides in a few years when doing my restoration). His point was that without having a lead additive that damage would be caused to the pistons by blowing holes in them if the car back fires or pings especially under hard acceleration. My hardly occasional back fire comes through my carb and the car is timed that it never ping's. I do get an occasional engine run on for a half a second which I could blame on the lower octane. Any one using "lead additive" and any thoughts supporting this guys comments? Thanks, Krister Meister '66 SS #'s
RE: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
If its fit in an 18" I'll be happy, I think 20" look a little bit strange on a Chevelle. Do you know what max size is in the rear without tubbing ?? 315 335 ?? Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Clint Hooper Sent: 6. juli 2004 18:28 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more) You will need at least an 18" wheel to run that large a brake rotor. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I dont know yet, I'll go with some five spokes for sure. I wouldnt like to go bigger than 18" if i can, maybe 9,5 up front with 275s and 10 or 11 in the rear with as big as possible tires. Ciao André > Andre,what 18" or 19" wheels are you planning to run with those big rotors? > Clint Hooper > H&H Custom,owner > LT5 Registry Director > http://www.LT5Registry.net/ > ACES #1650 > http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > - Original Message - > From: "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > Thanks > > Price isn't that bad > > I'll have to pay euro 510 for the calipers shipping included (they have > 1000km on them) that's around $ 620. > For the rotors I paid euro 330 shipping included and that's around $ 400 > The brackets to adapt the caliper to the spindles will cost like a case > of beer or wine for my buddy to keep him concentrated on the lathe, some > nice aluminum and some very nice bolts, maybe another $50-100 in total > > We are at a elevenhundred bucks now and I think it will be very good. > The only problem could be that the Rs-4 rotors aren't deep enough (to > come flush enough to the spindle) and that I might need some other > rotors or some dished wheels. > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > >
RE: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04
I see what you mean Ed, (see below) Ciao’ André Dear Customer Service, I have as of today not received an answer to this request, I have now received may ’04 but March 2004 is still missing, please resend it so I can have a complete collection. Please confirm the reception of this e-mail Thanks ! Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: Tigergutt [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: 30. mai 2004 12:35 To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' Subject: Missing Hi, I Have received Super Chevy of April ’04 but I am still missing Super Chevy March ’04, would you be so kind to resend it to me. Cusomer number for Super Chevy: 904409 JNS VIAGUI91 1MQ2 93 5 8T +my address here+ Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed Riggins Sent: 6. juli 2004 20:35 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04 Hi Andre: Call the circulation guy direct or someone in the advertising department (or e-mail) and explain the dilemma and about keeping your collection intact. usually you can get ahold of a real person, they can find a back issue. Sadly, sometimes the subscriber guys don't care about missing issues, and will just extend the subscription by a month rather than mail a second magazine. Hope this helps buddy. Ciao, Ed Tigergutt wrote: Hi, Can someone please save me, I miss the march 2004 issue of super Chevyand they doesn’t answer when I ask them to resend it. Anyone out having it laying around and willing to sell it to me so I canregain my complete collection. Thanks ! Full Revs!!!:o)André -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of gm2Sent: 4. juli 2004 16:20To: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65 Does anyone have directions on changing your own windshield on a 64Chevelle Convertible? I picked up a new windshield at a swap meet for$99 but all the glass companies want more than that just to install it. From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: 2004/07/04 Sun AM 09:17:17 CDTTo: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65 Charles, The windshield you need is anything but rare. It fits many A Bodies from 64/67. There are some new one's that are better than others.If you can find a PPG or US made windshield buy that one. I justinstalled one in my 64 Tempest, same as your's, and it came from China.Was a little thinner than stock and it already needs replacement from arock ding on the Power Tour. The US made one might have cracked as well,but I will be looking for one made in the USA this time around. I removeand install my own and paid $125. for this one. $175. is a fair price,but you may want to ask where it was manufactured. Mike - Original Message - From: 65ss.com To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, July 03, 2004 7:44 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65 Well, I called around yesterday to some local glass companies. I was getting discouraged as most said they could not get a windshield formy '65 Hardtop. I finally got a guy that was willing to give moreeffort than just saying NO. I told him to be gentle as this was a NONinsurance windshield (believe me, it makes a difference if you saythis). He quoted me $175 installed, but would take a week to get it in.I told him the car is a couple of months from driving, so that wasn't anissue. I just wanted to pass this on, I thought it was a good dealconsidering the one in my Crown Victoria was about $600, and they stillMAKE this car, unlike my '65. Later Charles www.65ss.com
RE: Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04
Thats not the one I searched for, the one I miss is march 2004 and it seems that I have found it. Spring 2004 ??? is that a special issue or something ??? I only get the 12 months (sometimes less) Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Lessenberry Sent: 6. juli 2004 21:24 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: RE: Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04 At 09:24 AM 7/4/2004, you wrote: >Hi, > >Can someone please save me, I miss the march 2004 issue of super Chevy >and they doesnt answer when I ask them to resend it. > >Anyone out having it laying around and willing to sell it to me so I can >regain my complete collection. > >Thanks ! > >Full Revs!!! >:o) >André I have one dated "Spring 2004". Is that what you want?? BL
RE: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
Nooo, I dont, I just have to get a case of beers for my friend who is an engineer, he will make them hahaha ciao Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed Riggins Sent: 6. juli 2004 21:26 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more) Glad to hear you got your Brembo 6 piston calipers. Do you have to make mounts to make them fit those rotors? WFO, bro, Ciao, Ed Tigergutt wrote: I just wanted to share that I got myself a nice set of Porsche Cayennebrembo six piston calipers for my birthday, I got them from germany onebay. Those together with the corvette front suspension and Audi RS-4 360x32mm(14 1/4" x 1 1/4") rotors should make the Chevelle stop on a dime :o) Full Revs!!!:o)André -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of TigerguttSent: 5. juli 2004 21:45To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List'Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] you shouldnt have drunk thatstuff!!! Rick, You cant see... I told you shouldn't have drunk the stuff on the gastank of the top methanol dragster :o) Its something you can setup on the setup page, I do not have a clue ofhow to get to your setup page, I can only get to mine. Full Revs!!!:o)André -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of rick schaeferSent: 5. juli 2004 17:09To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] More wiring questions... Thanx for the warm welcome. I've missed you guys. I thought I'd had arough year in 2003, but compared to what Clints been working thru itsnot too much. Now - can anyone tell me why I can't see my own posts?? rick schaefer72 El caminohttp://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpgACES #00140Team Chevelle #00038 -- "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:Hey Rick ! welcome back !! All ok ? CiaoAndré Rusty The switch & vacumn switch above it are for a cruise controlled car. I forget exactly how the sw is wired, but 2 contacts are normallyopen for the brake lites and 2 contacts are normally closed for thecruise system. rick schaefer72 El caminohttp://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpgACES #00140Team Chevelle #00038 Please note: message attached
Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
It's kind of a pain in the butt, but under the wiper motor where the wires connect to the fuse block, I would pull and check those connections. Had the same problem on my '64 2 years ago and was looking for a thermal wire around the starter connections, but it was one of the main wires supplying the fuse block. Everything under the hood was fine, but nothing inside, ignition, interior lights, etc. were dead. Ed in SF [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: "Scott Somers" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Here's the problem. left the house on Monday to go for a spin. About 4 miles from the house, running fine, then quit. A "pop" then all, I mean all, electrical went away. While waiting for the flatbed, I checked the battery ( a 2 month old Optima) and it registered 12.53. Before the flatbed got there, I tried again to start it and it fired right up, ran for 15 seconds and stopped - again no electric to anywhere. Full power at the battery but none anywhere else. Actually a little, enough to barely power the inside lights for just a second and then dead. Walked out this morning and the batter registered 12.4 but it fired right up. I turned it off and came in to the office. Is there a thermal electrical thang somewhere in Chevelles. Obviously I cannot trust going anywhere in it until it is found and fixed. Reliability is way high up on my list of happys. Two things that have caused problems for me in my 64's were: 1) Corroded battery cable terminals where wire enters connector. Looks ok, but no current until you jiggle wire and re-make connection. Might see signs of arcing. 2) The bulkhead connector. The heavy red wire from horn relay terminal goes through same size little terminal as the other wires. (not their best piece of work) If this is the problem it's probably burnt from arcing and needs replaced. I spliced in another section of wire from a scrap harness. (The terminals are released by sliding a small piece of metal in to release tab.) #1 probably shows up as a "no-start". Car would probably run w/o battery if alternator is putting out. #2 will stop car dead. Also if someone wired in an aftermarket amp meter some(all?) of these were wired in series with wire from battery to horn relay so all current passing through this wire had to go through ampmeter and back to horn relay. More wire and connectors to fail. The factory setup and maybe some aftermarket meters were set up differently. Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
Like Clint said, The only thing that could be hurt by a lack of lead is the exhaust valve seats. Unless you drive your car tens of thousands of miles a year at highway speeds, don't sweat it. If you build your engine by all means install hardened ex. valve seats. Otherwise drive her like you stole her. Mike - Original Message - From: "Krister Meister" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 11:54 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives > > > > > I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild > cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th > Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 > octane and noticed now real difference in how the car ran. He got all over > me for not using a "lead additive". I told him I am under the theory that > the engine has been heated up and cold down so many times over the years > that the valve guides are hardened by now (I do plan on rebuilding the > engine with hardened guides in a few years when doing my restoration). His > point was that without having a lead additive that damage would be caused > to the pistons by blowing holes in them if the car back fires or pings > especially under hard acceleration. My hardly occasional back fire comes > through my carb and the car is timed that it never ping's. I do get an > occasional engine run on for a half a second which I could blame on the > lower octane. Any one using "lead additive" and any thoughts supporting > this guys comments? > > Thanks, > > Krister Meister > '66 SS #'s > >
[Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
Thanks to everyone for the advice. Hope that as ( when ) ( if ) my knowledge increases on these subjects I can add rather than just ask. I really appreciate the help. Scott Somers Dallas
Re: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
Glad to hear you got your Brembo 6 piston calipers. Do you have to make mounts to make them fit those rotors? WFO, bro, Ciao, Ed Tigergutt wrote: I just wanted to share that I got myself a nice set of Porsche Cayenne brembo six piston calipers for my birthday, I got them from germany on ebay. Those together with the corvette front suspension and Audi RS-4 360x32mm (14 1/4" x 1 1/4") rotors should make the Chevelle stop on a dime :o) Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Tigergutt Sent: 5. juli 2004 21:45 To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] you shouldnt have drunk that stuff!!! Rick, You cant see... I told you shouldn't have drunk the stuff on the gas tank of the top methanol dragster :o) Its something you can setup on the setup page, I do not have a clue of how to get to your setup page, I can only get to mine. Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of rick schaefer Sent: 5. juli 2004 17:09 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] More wiring questions... Thanx for the warm welcome. I've missed you guys. I thought I'd had a rough year in 2003, but compared to what Clints been working thru its not too much. Now - can anyone tell me why I can't see my own posts?? rick schaefer 72 El camino http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpg ACES #00140 Team Chevelle #00038 -- "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey Rick ! welcome back !! All ok ? Ciao André Rusty The switch & vacumn switch above it are for a cruise controlled car. I forget exactly how the sw is wired, but 2 contacts are normally open for the brake lites and 2 contacts are normally closed for the cruise system. rick schaefer 72 El camino http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpg ACES #00140 Team Chevelle #00038 Please note: message attached
RE: Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04
At 09:24 AM 7/4/2004, you wrote: Hi, Can someone please save me, I miss the march 2004 issue of super Chevy and they doesnt answer when I ask them to resend it. Anyone out having it laying around and willing to sell it to me so I can regain my complete collection. Thanks ! Full Revs!!! :o) André I have one dated "Spring 2004". Is that what you want?? BL
Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04
Hi Andre: Call the circulation guy direct or someone in the advertising department (or e-mail) and explain the dilemma and about keeping your collection intact. usually you can get ahold of a real person, they can find a back issue. Sadly, sometimes the subscriber guys don't care about missing issues, and will just extend the subscription by a month rather than mail a second magazine. Hope this helps buddy. Ciao, Ed Tigergutt wrote: Hi, Can someone please save me, I miss the march 2004 issue of super Chevy and they doesn’t answer when I ask them to resend it. Anyone out having it laying around and willing to sell it to me so I can regain my complete collection. Thanks ! Full Revs!!! :o) André -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of gm2 Sent: 4. juli 2004 16:20 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65 Does anyone have directions on changing your own windshield on a 64 Chevelle Convertible? I picked up a new windshield at a swap meet for $99 but all the glass companies want more than that just to install it. From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: 2004/07/04 Sun AM 09:17:17 CDT To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65 Charles, The windshield you need is anything but rare. It fits many A Bodies from 64/67. There are some new one's that are better than others. If you can find a PPG or US made windshield buy that one. I just installed one in my 64 Tempest, same as your's, and it came from China. Was a little thinner than stock and it already needs replacement from a rock ding on the Power Tour. The US made one might have cracked as well, but I will be looking for one made in the USA this time around. I remove and install my own and paid $125. for this one. $175. is a fair price, but you may want to ask where it was manufactured. Mike - Original Message - From: 65ss.com To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, July 03, 2004 7:44 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65 Well, I called around yesterday to some local glass companies. I was getting discouraged as most said they could not get a windshield for my '65 Hardtop. I finally got a guy that was willing to give more effort than just saying NO. I told him to be gentle as this was a NON insurance windshield (believe me, it makes a difference if you say this). He quoted me $175 installed, but would take a week to get it in. I told him the car is a couple of months from driving, so that wasn't an issue. I just wanted to pass this on, I thought it was a good deal considering the one in my Crown Victoria was about $600, and they still MAKE this car, unlike my '65. Later Charles www.65ss.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
When I had the heads on my 396 done back in 1991, I asked about installing hardend seats. They told me I didn't need them and my car runs great. John, 67 SS396
Re: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
You will need at least an 18" wheel to run that large a brake rotor. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I dont know yet, I'll go with some five spokes for sure. I wouldnt like to go bigger than 18" if i can, maybe 9,5 up front with 275s and 10 or 11 in the rear with as big as possible tires. Ciao André > Andre,what 18" or 19" wheels are you planning to run with those big rotors? > Clint Hooper > H&H Custom,owner > LT5 Registry Director > http://www.LT5Registry.net/ > ACES #1650 > http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > - Original Message - > From: "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > Thanks > > Price isn't that bad > > I'll have to pay euro 510 for the calipers shipping included (they have > 1000km on them) that's around $ 620. > For the rotors I paid euro 330 shipping included and that's around $ 400 > The brackets to adapt the caliper to the spindles will cost like a case > of beer or wine for my buddy to keep him concentrated on the lathe, some > nice aluminum and some very nice bolts, maybe another $50-100 in total > > We are at a elevenhundred bucks now and I think it will be very good. > The only problem could be that the Rs-4 rotors aren't deep enough (to > come flush enough to the spindle) and that I might need some other > rotors or some dished wheels. > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > >
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
Sorry but the guy sounds like an idiot,Kris. Engines ran for a long time on leaded fuel tend to have a pretty good cushion of hard deposits built up around the valve seats. Switching to unleaded fuel might take a long time to wear them away. When I was doing a lot of flying,I would occasionly add five gallons or so of 100-LL Avgas to my 57 Nomad's 327. I drove that car for over ten years without any signs of valve procession. Clint Hooper H&H Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: "Krister Meister" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild > cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th > Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 > octane and noticed now real difference in how the car ran. He got all over > me for not using a "lead additive". I told him I am under the theory that > the engine has been heated up and cold down so many times over the years > that the valve guides are hardened by now (I do plan on rebuilding the > engine with hardened guides in a few years when doing my restoration). His > point was that without having a lead additive that damage would be caused > to the pistons by blowing holes in them if the car back fires or pings > especially under hard acceleration. My hardly occasional back fire comes > through my carb and the car is timed that it never ping's. I do get an > occasional engine run on for a half a second which I could blame on the > lower octane. Any one using "lead additive" and any thoughts supporting > this guys comments? > > Thanks, > > Krister Meister > '66 SS #'s > >
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
At 10:54 AM 7/6/2004, you wrote: I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 octane and noticed now real difference in how the car ran. He got all over me for not using a "lead additive". I told him I am under the theory that the engine has been heated up and cold down so many times over the years that the valve guides are hardened by now (I do plan on rebuilding the engine with hardened guides in a few years when doing my restoration). His point was that without having a lead additive that damage would be caused to the pistons by blowing holes in them if the car back fires or pings especially under hard acceleration. My hardly occasional back fire comes through my carb and the car is timed that it never ping's. I do get an occasional engine run on for a half a second which I could blame on the lower octane. Any one using "lead additive" and any thoughts supporting this guys comments? The guides aren't the problem, it's the valve seats, esp the exhaust seats. You're only going to blow holes in the pistons under REALLY hard detonation, and since the car doesn't ping, you aren't having that problem. I don't know what a backfire would have to do with anything (???). If the motor has a lot of miles on it running unleaded fuel, you'll probably see some sinking of the exhaust valves when you pull the heads off. The lead acts as a lubricant for the valve seats, and without it, the valve wears away the seat and starts to sink. The hardened seats are made of a different (harder) material so that they don't need the lead. Heat cycles have nothing to do with making the seats any harder or softer. Adding the additive now may not help if the seats are already worn, but it sure wouldn't hurt to use it to prevent any further wear. BL
[Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives
I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 octane and noticed now real difference in how the car ran. He got all over me for not using a "lead additive". I told him I am under the theory that the engine has been heated up and cold down so many times over the years that the valve guides are hardened by now (I do plan on rebuilding the engine with hardened guides in a few years when doing my restoration). His point was that without having a lead additive that damage would be caused to the pistons by blowing holes in them if the car back fires or pings especially under hard acceleration. My hardly occasional back fire comes through my carb and the car is timed that it never ping's. I do get an occasional engine run on for a half a second which I could blame on the lower octane. Any one using "lead additive" and any thoughts supporting this guys comments? Thanks, Krister Meister '66 SS #'s
Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
So when did they start putting on fusible links? I'm not sure, but I know that '66's had them. It's a cost-cutting deal, the fuse links were cheaper than a fuse & fuse holder, were easier to assemble (since they're made to the harness), and less prone to damage in assembly. BL
RE: Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
My junction block was gone, so I just went direct-connect.
Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
> From: Bill Lessenberry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > There is a pigtail wire that comes off of the positive battery cable that > goes to the junction block mounted to the radiator support. This wire is a > fusible link, made to blow if there is a problem in the charging > circuit. Check that the wire is secured tightly to the junction block, > you'll probably have to take the battery out to check this. The horn relay > is mounted on the left (driver's) side of the radiator support. The power > to the fuseblock comes off of the wires from this relay, and there are also > fusible links here. Check to be sure that the terminals are clean & tight > on the relay and that you have battery voltage at both of the big lugs on > the relay. There is no thermal thing anywhere in the system. You should > probably buy the 1968 Chassis Service Manual and the Assembly Manual for > the car. It will give you the information that you need to fix a bunch of > problems. So when did they start putting on fusible links? I had mentioned that in my first attempt at posting. (which was blown away by ISP - grrr) 64's have relatively primitive electrical systems, with some surprising things un-fused. I keep my cars in garage with batterries disconnected to avoid unfortunate incidents. Now the 2003 Chevy truck otoh - I'd be sure to call the Fire Dept after 15 minutes or so. ; ) Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA
Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
Firewall bulkhead connector is a good candidate. There is a small (5/16 or 3/8) bolt that goes thru ther middle, tightening it to the fuse block. Remove that bolt & visually check the male connectors for wear and the female connectors for being spread. Another possibility is the connection at the junction block. The JB is on the core support, probably near the battery but it could be on the other side. I'm not familiar with 68 wiring at all. Finally, according to my 68 shop manual, there is a joint on the line between the j-block and the alternator. 4 wires come together, from the j-block, to the alternator, to the Voltage reg, and to the horn relay. Don't know whether the joint is crimped or soldered but its also a place for things to go bad. rick schaefer 72 El camino http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpg ACES #00140 Team Chevelle #00038 -- "Scott Somers" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Since I have only been a Chevelle owner since my divorce in April ( she got the '55 Chevy) I am not that familiar with the operations of the "newer" cars. I have a 68 SS396 ( cloned but it's still a Chevelle and fun to drive) It has been in the shop a lot of the time for more upgrades - front end, rear end stuff, discs, stereo system, dual electric fans and so on. The engine has about 2000 miles on the rebuild but we're fixing to pull it for a Comp roller cam, roller rockers, new converter on the 700R4, new bracket system, a new Air Gap manafold in the Permastar finish, yada, yada. It seems to be in good shape. My wrench is a serious go fast engine builder and feels the car is strong. Here's the problem. left the house on Monday to go for a spin. About 4 miles from the house, running fine, then quit. A "pop" then all, I mean all, electrical went away. While waiting for the flatbed, I checked the battery ( a 2 month old Optima) and it registered 12.53. Before the flatbed got there, I tried again to start it and it fired right up, ran for 15 seconds and stopped - again no electric to anywhere. Full power at the battery but none anywhere else. Actually a little, enough to barely power the inside lights for just a second and then dead. Walked out this morning and the batter registered 12.4 but it fired right up. I turned it off and came in to the office. Is there a thermal electrical thang somewhere in Chevelles. Obviously I cannot trust going anywhere in it until it is found and fixed. Reliability is way high up on my list of happys. Thanks in advance. Scott
Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
Here's the problem. A "pop" then all, I mean all, electrical went away. Full power at the battery but none anywhere else. Actually a little, enough to barely power the inside lights for just a second and then dead. Walked out this morning and the batter registered 12.4 but it fired right up. I turned it off and came in to the office. Is there a thermal electrical thang somewhere in Chevelles. Obviously I cannot trust going anywhere in it until it is found and fixed. Reliability is way high up on my list of happys. There is a pigtail wire that comes off of the positive battery cable that goes to the junction block mounted to the radiator support. This wire is a fusible link, made to blow if there is a problem in the charging circuit. Check that the wire is secured tightly to the junction block, you'll probably have to take the battery out to check this. The horn relay is mounted on the left (driver's) side of the radiator support. The power to the fuseblock comes off of the wires from this relay, and there are also fusible links here. Check to be sure that the terminals are clean & tight on the relay and that you have battery voltage at both of the big lugs on the relay. There is no thermal thing anywhere in the system. You should probably buy the 1968 Chassis Service Manual and the Assembly Manual for the car. It will give you the information that you need to fix a bunch of problems. BL
Re: Re:[Chevelle-list] Healtier look now?
Ooops sorry! Wrong address <:-( Pelle - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 3:15 PM Subject: Re: Re:[Chevelle-list] Healtier look now? > Tyvärr inte! > Har lite mycket att göra just nu! > Håller på att titta på hus MED GARAGE :-) > Skall dessutom utomlands i början av Augusti! > > Skall upp i slutet av Augusti & byta bromsskivor fram. > Men nästa år? Jag vet att jag sagt det förut men > det blir inte alltid som man vill ;-) > > Jag gjorde färdig bilen för transport till Stockholm i Juni > men dom dåliga brommskivorna i kombination med > nya bromsklossar gör att anliggningsytan blir noll och > frambromsarna i stort sett verkningslösa :-( > > Vill inte åka 50mil utan frambromsar ;-) > > Mvh Pelle > > - Original Message - > From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "Chevelle-list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 2:24 PM > Subject: Re:[Chevelle-list] Healtier look now? > > > Mycket snygg Pelle, tar den dig till power i år ? > > mvh > André > > > And here's the link <:-( > > > > http://groups.msn.com/chevellegearheads > > > > Best regards > > Pelle Andersson > > -- > > http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/ > > > >
Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
From: "Scott Somers" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Here's the problem. > left the house on Monday to go for a spin. About 4 miles from the house, > running fine, then quit. A "pop" then all, I mean all, electrical went > away. While waiting for the flatbed, I checked the battery ( a 2 month old > Optima) and it registered 12.53. Before the flatbed got there, I tried > again to start it and it fired right up, ran for 15 seconds and stopped - > again no electric to anywhere. Full power at the battery but none anywhere > else. Actually a little, enough to barely power the inside lights for just > a second and then dead. > > Walked out this morning and the batter registered 12.4 but it fired right > up. I turned it off and came in to the office. > > Is there a thermal electrical thang somewhere in Chevelles. Obviously I > cannot trust going anywhere in it until it is found and fixed. Reliability > is way high up on my list of happys. Two things that have caused problems for me in my 64's were: 1) Corroded battery cable terminals where wire enters connector. Looks ok, but no current until you jiggle wire and re-make connection. Might see signs of arcing. 2) The bulkhead connector. The heavy red wire from horn relay terminal goes through same size little terminal as the other wires. (not their best piece of work) If this is the problem it's probably burnt from arcing and needs replaced. I spliced in another section of wire from a scrap harness. (The terminals are released by sliding a small piece of metal in to release tab.) #1 probably shows up as a "no-start". Car would probably run w/o battery if alternator is putting out. #2 will stop car dead. Also if someone wired in an aftermarket amp meter some(all?) of these were wired in series with wire from battery to horn relay so all current passing through this wire had to go through ampmeter and back to horn relay. More wire and connectors to fail. The factory setup and maybe some aftermarket meters were set up differently. Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA
Re: Re:[Chevelle-list] Healtier look now?
Tyvärr inte! Har lite mycket att göra just nu! Håller på att titta på hus MED GARAGE :-) Skall dessutom utomlands i början av Augusti! Skall upp i slutet av Augusti & byta bromsskivor fram. Men nästa år? Jag vet att jag sagt det förut men det blir inte alltid som man vill ;-) Jag gjorde färdig bilen för transport till Stockholm i Juni men dom dåliga brommskivorna i kombination med nya bromsklossar gör att anliggningsytan blir noll och frambromsarna i stort sett verkningslösa :-( Vill inte åka 50mil utan frambromsar ;-) Mvh Pelle - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Chevelle-list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 2:24 PM Subject: Re:[Chevelle-list] Healtier look now? Mycket snygg Pelle, tar den dig till power i år ? mvh André > And here's the link <:-( > > http://groups.msn.com/chevellegearheads > > Best regards > Pelle Andersson > -- > http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/
[Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped
Since I have only been a Chevelle owner since my divorce in April ( she got the '55 Chevy) I am not that familiar with the operations of the "newer" cars. I have a 68 SS396 ( cloned but it's still a Chevelle and fun to drive) It has been in the shop a lot of the time for more upgrades - front end, rear end stuff, discs, stereo system, dual electric fans and so on. The engine has about 2000 miles on the rebuild but we're fixing to pull it for a Comp roller cam, roller rockers, new converter on the 700R4, new bracket system, a new Air Gap manafold in the Permastar finish, yada, yada. It seems to be in good shape. My wrench is a serious go fast engine builder and feels the car is strong. Here's the problem. left the house on Monday to go for a spin. About 4 miles from the house, running fine, then quit. A "pop" then all, I mean all, electrical went away. While waiting for the flatbed, I checked the battery ( a 2 month old Optima) and it registered 12.53. Before the flatbed got there, I tried again to start it and it fired right up, ran for 15 seconds and stopped - again no electric to anywhere. Full power at the battery but none anywhere else. Actually a little, enough to barely power the inside lights for just a second and then dead. Walked out this morning and the batter registered 12.4 but it fired right up. I turned it off and came in to the office. Is there a thermal electrical thang somewhere in Chevelles. Obviously I cannot trust going anywhere in it until it is found and fixed. Reliability is way high up on my list of happys. Thanks in advance. Scott
Re:[Chevelle-list] Healtier look now?
Mycket snygg Pelle, tar den dig till power i år ? mvh André > And here's the link <:-( > > http://groups.msn.com/chevellegearheads > > Best regards > Pelle Andersson > -- > http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Healthier look now?
Schweet! Charles---Check out my 502 powered '65 Malibu Super Sport Projecthttp://www.65ss.com - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle List Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 3:27 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Healthier look now? What is your oppinion? Best regardsPelle Andersson--http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/
[Chevelle-list] Healthier look now?
What is your oppinion? Best regardsPelle Andersson--http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/
[Chevelle-list] Healtier look now?
And here's the link <:-( http://groups.msn.com/chevellegearheads Best regardsPelle Andersson--http://hem.bredband.net/gearheads/
RE: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
yes pics will come as soon as I have them here it wont be before after my holidays I think. and that is july 26th Ciao André > > Can we say WHO! I believe that pictures are in order. > > > rick schaefer > -- "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I just wanted to share that I got myself a nice set of Porsche Cayenne > brembo six piston calipers for my birthday, I got them from germany on > ebay. > > Those together with the corvette front suspension and Audi RS-4 360x32mm > (14 1/4" x 1 1/4") rotors should make the Chevelle stop on a dime :o) > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tigergutt > Sent: 5. juli 2004 21:45 > To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' > Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] you shouldnt have drunk that > stuff!!! > > Rick, > > You cant see... I told you shouldn't have drunk the stuff on the gas > tank of the top methanol dragster :o) > > Its something you can setup on the setup page, I do not have a clue of > how to get to your setup page, I can only get to mine. > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of rick schaefer > Sent: 5. juli 2004 17:09 > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] More wiring questions... > > > Thanx for the warm welcome. I've missed you guys. I thought I'd had a > rough year in 2003, but compared to what Clints been working thru its > not too much. > > Now - can anyone tell me why I can't see my own posts?? > > > rick schaefer > 72 El camino > http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpg > ACES #00140 > Team Chevelle #00038 > > -- "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Hey Rick ! > > welcome back !! > > All ok ? > > Ciao > André > > > Rusty > > The switch & vacumn switch above it are for a cruise controlled > car. I forget exactly how the sw is wired, but 2 contacts are normally > open for the brake lites and 2 contacts are normally closed for the > cruise system. > > > > > > rick schaefer > > 72 El camino > > http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/rick/elcamino17.jpg > > ACES #00140 > > Team Chevelle #00038 > > > > Please note: message attached > > > > > > > >
Re: [Chevelle-list] got myself a birthday present (one more)
I dont know yet, I'll go with some five spokes for sure. I wouldnt like to go bigger than 18" if i can, maybe 9,5 up front with 275s and 10 or 11 in the rear with as big as possible tires. Ciao André > Andre,what 18" or 19" wheels are you planning to run with those big rotors? > Clint Hooper > H&H Custom,owner > LT5 Registry Director > http://www.LT5Registry.net/ > ACES #1650 > http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > - Original Message - > From: "Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > Thanks > > Price isn't that bad > > I'll have to pay euro 510 for the calipers shipping included (they have > 1000km on them) that's around $ 620. > For the rotors I paid euro 330 shipping included and that's around $ 400 > The brackets to adapt the caliper to the spindles will cost like a case > of beer or wine for my buddy to keep him concentrated on the lathe, some > nice aluminum and some very nice bolts, maybe another $50-100 in total > > We are at a elevenhundred bucks now and I think it will be very good. > The only problem could be that the Rs-4 rotors aren't deep enough (to > come flush enough to the spindle) and that I might need some other > rotors or some dished wheels. > > Full Revs!!! > :o) > André > > >
