RESTORE - was Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam
From: Bill Bradley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam i sold auto parts for years and have been a mechanic ever since, to my knowlege there is no Mechanic in a Can just my 2 cents I try to never miss an opportunity to bad mouth this stuff.. Restore promises to fill in scratches and make engine seal better or words to that effect. Problem was it mistook piston ring grooves for scratches and glued rings to pistons. A cloud of oil smoke that had to be seen to be believed! Had to tear engine down to re-ring. Never again!! Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA
Re: RESTORE - was Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam
I agree. But all products have their place. This on belongs in the back room of a used car lot to help sell Old smoky to the unsuspecting customer. Rich -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 20, 2005 7:03 AM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: RESTORE - was Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam From: Bill Bradley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam i sold auto parts for years and have been a mechanic ever since, to my knowlege there is no Mechanic in a Can just my 2 cents I try to never miss an opportunity to bad mouth this stuff.. Restore promises to fill in scratches and make engine seal better or words to that effect. Problem was it mistook piston ring grooves for scratches and glued rings to pistons. A cloud of oil smoke that had to be seen to be believed! Had to tear engine down to re-ring. Never again!! Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA
Re: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question
Don't know about the speed minder speedo but on a basic 69 speedo that is a light that says brake and the light comes on when your E-brake is on. Trooper - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 8:48 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question Well, in the spirit of something always having to be broken... I put in the SFE4 fuse today and I now have dash lights. However, about 5 or 10 minutes after getting dash lights, the generator light came on. It goes on and off when I turn the headlights on and off. So, I have to see if A) the alternator is indeed bad B) whatever electrical lead that controls that light is hooked up properly and/or C) if the light only comes on when the fuse is in. It's possible that somebody pulled the fuse just so the gen light would stop coming on. However, I'd be surprised if that light is on that fuse because the oil pressure light is not. Seems to me that all the idiot lights would be on the same fuse. It's also possible that the alternator just died and it has nothing to do with the dash lights or the fuse. It may be just a coincidence. It's nice to be able to see my fuel gauge at night. The speedo is not correct but it seems like a bulb is out on the left side. I'll have to get the alternator tested tomorrow (before dark). Also, does anybody know what the light is at the bottom of the speedometer? I have a speedminder speedometer so I was thinking it probably has something to do with that. I haven't bothered to see if the speedminder feature works. It's turned up all the way so it never goes off. Happy motoring, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question
Maybe your alternator/regulator was only performing marginally, and when you put the addition load of a few amps, it's making the gen light come on? Just a thought... Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, September 19, 2005 9:48 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question Well, in the spirit of something always having to be broken... I put in the SFE4 fuse today and I now have dash lights. However, about 5 or 10 minutes after getting dash lights, the generator light came on. It goes on and off when I turn the headlights on and off. So, I have to see if A) the alternator is indeed bad B) whatever electrical lead that controls that light is hooked up properly and/or C) if the light only comes on when the fuse is in. It's possible that somebody pulled the fuse just so the gen light would stop coming on. However, I'd be surprised if that light is on that fuse because the oil pressure light is not. Seems to me that all the idiot lights would be on the same fuse. It's also possible that the alternator just died and it has nothing to do with the dash lights or the fuse. It may be just a coincidence. It's nice to be able to see my fuel gauge at night. The speedo is not correct but it seems like a bulb is out on the left side. I'll have to get the alternator tested tomorrow (before dark). Also, does anybody know what the light is at the bottom of the speedometer? I have a speedminder speedometer so I was thinking it probably has something to do with that. I haven't bothered to see if the speedminder feature works. It's turned up all the way so it never goes off. Happy motoring, John Nasta
RE: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question
Thanks Larry, I am thinking that too. I am going to get the alternator tested within the next hour or so. John Nasta -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Larry Shouse Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2005 11:21 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question Maybe your alternator/regulator was only performing marginally, and when you put the addition load of a few amps, it's making the gen light come on? Just a thought... Larry Shouse
RE: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question
Thanks Trooper. I never use the E-brake either because the cable is not hooked up. I actually have to take care of that very soon because I am due for an inspection at the end of the month. Last year the guy passed me but said, do me a favor and fix that e-brake cable as soon as you can. I assured him that I would but a year later I still haven't gotten to it. John Nasta -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Trooper Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2005 11:07 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - also 69 speedo question Don't know about the speed minder speedo but on a basic 69 speedo that is a light that says brake and the light comes on when your E-brake is on. Trooper
RE: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - open to suggestions
I just had the alternator tested and it is putting out 14 volts at the battery even with the headlights and the generator light on (and the wipers). The battery was also load tested and it seems to be fine. So, I don't seem to have a bad alternator or a bad battery, yet the generator light comes on when the headlights are on. I have HEI and an internal regulator, and MH built the engine harness forward lamp harness for that setup. I have a total of 4 wires connected to the alternator. Two go into the plastic clip, and I assume those must be right. The other two both go into the rubber boot and are attached to the post at the back of the alternator. Does that sound correct? Any help is appreciated. Thank you, John Nasta
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Hey Guys, Long time reader, first time poster. I have a 70 Chevelle 350/T350 that I have been restoring for about 5 years. It's almost back on the road (i can't wait). My question is about the airconditioning system. Mine is fine but I have an extra system off of a 71 ElCo. Will it fit a 70 chevelle? I dont know what the changes were from 70 to 71 and a friend wants to buy it for his 70. What can/can't work? What is different? Thanks guys, Erik ___ Try Juno Platinum for Free! Then, only $9.95/month! Unlimited Internet Access with 250MB of Email Storage. Visit http://www.juno.com/value to sign up today!
Re: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - open to suggestions
on 9/20/05 1:51 PM, John Nasta at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just had the alternator tested and it is putting out 14 volts at the battery even with the headlights and the generator light on (and the wipers). The battery was also load tested and it seems to be fine. So, I don't seem to have a bad alternator or a bad battery, yet the generator light comes on when the headlights are on. I have HEI and an internal regulator, and MH built the engine harness forward lamp harness for that setup. I have a total of 4 wires connected to the alternator. Two go into the plastic clip, and I assume those must be right. The other two both go into the rubber boot and are attached to the post at the back of the alternator. Does that sound correct? Any help is appreciated. Thank you, John Nasta It's easy to get the bulb receptacles mixed up and in the wrong holes on the back of the gauge cluster, John. I noticed similar symptoms on a couple of my '69s too, except that it was for the oil pressure warning light at the bottom of the cluster. Check to see that the warning light bulb for your charging system doesn't have a grey wire coming out of it. Grey wires are for the dash lights, and if they've been inadvertently switched it might explain why you have an alternator warning light ONLY when the headlights are on or the dash lights are illuminated. It's not real easy to see up in there behind the dash sometimes, and if you end up taking the gauge carrier out of the dash for a better look, you may as well replace all your bulbs and spend a little time cleaning the gauge lens. It'd also be a good time to clean the gauges faces with a blow brush like the kind photographers use to clean their lenses... You can pick one up inexpensively at most photo supply stores. It's amazing how much brighter everything looks with a clean lens, gauge faces, and new bulbs! Hope this helps! Chuck Hanson
RE: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - open to suggestions
Thanks Chuck. That definitely would explain why it comes on and goes off with the headlights. I definitely agree that cleaning the lenses and stuff is in order. I'll try looking from underneath first though to save time. I know those blower brushes you are talking about. I also have a compressor and a blower adaptor (that's what I really use for cleaning my cameras). John Nasta -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Chuck Hanson Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2005 3:39 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] gen light on - open to suggestions on 9/20/05 1:51 PM, John Nasta at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just had the alternator tested and it is putting out 14 volts at the battery even with the headlights and the generator light on (and the wipers). The battery was also load tested and it seems to be fine. So, I don't seem to have a bad alternator or a bad battery, yet the generator light comes on when the headlights are on. I have HEI and an internal regulator, and MH built the engine harness forward lamp harness for that setup. I have a total of 4 wires connected to the alternator. Two go into the plastic clip, and I assume those must be right. The other two both go into the rubber boot and are attached to the post at the back of the alternator. Does that sound correct? Any help is appreciated. Thank you, John Nasta It's easy to get the bulb receptacles mixed up and in the wrong holes on the back of the gauge cluster, John. I noticed similar symptoms on a couple of my '69s too, except that it was for the oil pressure warning light at the bottom of the cluster. Check to see that the warning light bulb for your charging system doesn't have a grey wire coming out of it. Grey wires are for the dash lights, and if they've been inadvertently switched it might explain why you have an alternator warning light ONLY when the headlights are on or the dash lights are illuminated. It's not real easy to see up in there behind the dash sometimes, and if you end up taking the gauge carrier out of the dash for a better look, you may as well replace all your bulbs and spend a little time cleaning the gauge lens. It'd also be a good time to clean the gauges faces with a blow brush like the kind photographers use to clean their lenses... You can pick one up inexpensively at most photo supply stores. It's amazing how much brighter everything looks with a clean lens, gauge faces, and new bulbs! Hope this helps! Chuck Hanson
Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam
SeaFoam really works. I have used it in all of my engines. the cloud of "carbon" that you get is unreal. When the intake plenum gasket went out on my 99 ram i ran it through the motor after reassembly and it cleaned the rest of the oil out of the intake. Smokes like crazy but works really well.. Ryan
RE: [Chevelle-list] CLOSEST THING TO BEINGA CELEBRITY! (OWNING ACHEVELLE SS CONV'T)
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[Chevelle-list] SBC engine parts f/s
Edelbrock Performer alum heads for sale. Mildly ported-complete with hydraulic roller valvesprings. 66cc chambers. All machine work done by Victory engines in Cleveland, Ohio. On a pump gas 383, these made 430 RWTQ. Heads are fresh with less than 3K miles. Over $500 in the valve job and port clean up. Better than new. Unported new heads are $1,000 per pair. Sell for $700/pair Edelbrock Performer RPM intake and Holley Avenger 670 carb w/Carb Shop Stage II mods,nice shape,comes with high volume mechanical fuel pump regulator, Sell for $400 with everything Comp Cams retrofit hydraulic roller lifters,less than 3K miles use,excellent condition or better, Sell for $300 All shipping costs are extra Clint Hooper HH Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
[Chevelle-list] I'm baaaaccckkk...
I've been off-list for a lonnnggg time but winters approaching and it's time to fix all the junk that's wrong with my little red chevelle. For openers, I'm wondering if anyone has installed one of those repop 1970 SS dashes. I dropped a note to No-Neck but then I remembered this list LIST! I've got an original SS but a DPO put an oil gauge in the dash. I've also got a spiffy replacement (an original 1970 SS dash) that's perfect but needs rechrome, paint, etc. I'm thinking about just putting one of those repop numbers in there this winter and waiting until I've got a little more money to get the good original one ready. Does anyone have experience with these? Do they look pretty good? Do they fit well? All help would be much appreciated. Thanks, Craig E.
