RE: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
If you want to go on the power tour, you would register with Family Events. They do have a hotel registration if you dont want to find them yourself, BUT, you can do it much cheaper by doing a little research and making your own reservations. This will be my third year and second Long Haul. If you would like any more information, please feel free to e-mail me with questions and I will answer them as best as I can. Daniel De Smet 1964 Chevelle From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "Chevelle List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Power TourDate: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 19:44:51 -0500 Would somebody with experience please explain to me the mechanics of how the Power Tour works? Once the route is published, are we on our own to try to make reservations at all the stops? Thanks, Larry
[Fwd: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security]
Original Message Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security From:"Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date:Mon, December 5, 2005 4:48 pm To: "Chevelle List" -- A Jack Russell Terrier What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
[Chevelle-list] Shoulder strap clips
Any of ya'll have a set (4) of the clips that attach to the headliner to hold the shoulder straps on a 68 or 69? Please email me off-list if you do with prices. Thanks, BillL
RE: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
to most rational people, no. But to someone that really wants it, I guess so... From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 4:45 AMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert I'm a 65 guy. Are those things really worth that much? Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: Bill Lessenberry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sat, 03 Dec 2005 16:29:16 -0600Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert I like this guy. He knows what he has & he knows what he wants for it, & he might be right as to its value. I doubt that it'll sell on Ebay, I figure he's using this for advertising & hopes to find a private buyer. The Q&A is funny.BillLAt 01:51 PM 12/3/2005, you wrote: Guys want a good chuckle ?eBay Motors: Chevrolet : Chevelle (item 4594270724 end time Dec-05-05 20:49:59 PST)
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
Their dates have been conflicting for the last several years. 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: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Nice story. Is Chevellabration and the Power Tour always running at the same > time? I noticed in the story that the Power Tour cruised through as > Chevellabration was getting started. > > Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
Nice story. Is Chevellabration and the Power Tour always running at the same time? I noticed in the story that the Power Tour cruised through as Chevellabration was getting started. Larry - Original Message - From: "Bill Lessenberry" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 8:30 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour Can you tell me a little about Chevellabration? Is it like a weekend of Chevelles and owners, swap meet, cruise, etc? This probably says it best-- http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94514&highlight=story BillL
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
Chevellabration is Mecca for Chevelle and El Camino owners. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse I would like to do Chevellabration as well, but if I'm not mistaken, it's scheduled at the same time... I'm looking at the tour as a "shake-out" tour for me to prove the road worthiness of this basket case brought back to life, LOL. Can you tell me a little about Chevellabration? Is it like a weekend of Chevelles and owners, swap meet, cruise, etc? Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
Can you tell me a little about Chevellabration? Is it like a weekend of Chevelles and owners, swap meet, cruise, etc? This probably says it best-- http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=94514&highlight=story BillL
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
In a message dated 12/5/2005 8:19:52 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can you tell me a little about Chevellabration? Is it like a weekend of Chevelles and owners, swap meet, cruise, etc? Larry You pretty much got it. Everyone with a Chevelle needs to experience Chevellabration, it's more like a 3 day party. Very laid back atmosphere, great people, great cars. Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
In a message dated 12/5/2005 8:18:04 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Let's put it this way,folks. I'm not going to stand there and watch someone steal my car. You can fill in the blanks. Clint Hooper Ditto. I don't care what it takes, no one is taking my car and getting away with it. When I drive down to Nashville alone for Chevellabration, I'm carrying and there are quite a few others that do this as well. I never worry about anything when at Chevellabration, only the way there and the way home. Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
I would like to do Chevellabration as well, but if I'm not mistaken, it's scheduled at the same time... I'm looking at the tour as a "shake-out" tour for me to prove the road worthiness of this basket case brought back to life, LOL. Can you tell me a little about Chevellabration? Is it like a weekend of Chevelles and owners, swap meet, cruise, etc? Larry - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 8:05 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour Everyone needs to do the Power Tour at least once. I had a good time on the '04 Tour. If I had my choice between the Power Tour and Chevellabration,though,I'd do Chevellabration. Not even close for me. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm In a message dated 12/5/2005 7:45:18 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Would somebody with experience please explain to me the mechanics of how the Power Tour works? Once the route is published, are we on our own to try to make reservations at all the stops? Thanks, Larry
[Chevelle-list] was Ebay 70 LS6 Convert; now more older Chevs
Here's another interesting story, which broke here in northeastern WI recently. It's been written up in Old Cars Weekly (published in central WI), so I guess the story must be basically true. Apparently an old gentleman passed away, and his heirs found 20-some semi trailers with the doors welded shut. When they broke them open, they found quite a treasure trove of vintage Chevy iron. Check out this link: http://www.depereautocenter.com/ cYa Jim - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 6:17 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert In a message dated 12/5/05 7:07:48 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Shill bidder... I wouldn't doubt that some of those 'questions/comments' are kinda fishy as well. -Kurt EhrhardtACES 1280, TC Gold 26366 SuperSport, 66 MalibuEnfield, CT
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
Let's put it this way,folks. I'm not going to stand there and watch someone steal my car. You can fill in the blanks. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
Everyone needs to do the Power Tour at least once. I had a good time on the '04 Tour. If I had my choice between the Power Tour and Chevellabration,though,I'd do Chevellabration. Not even close for me. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm In a message dated 12/5/2005 7:45:18 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Would somebody with experience please explain to me the mechanics of how the Power Tour works? Once the route is published, are we on our own to try to make reservations at all the stops? Thanks, Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour
In a message dated 12/5/2005 7:45:18 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Would somebody with experience please explain to me the mechanics of how the Power Tour works? Once the route is published, are we on our own to try to make reservations at all the stops? Thanks, Larry Yes, you have to make all your own hotel reservations, all they do really is provide the route and the venue for each stop. I am thinking of going on Power Tour this coming year myself. It starts in Florida and ends essentially in my back yard so it would work out nicely. Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
Yup. Could not agree more. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:17 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert In a message dated 12/5/05 7:07:48 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Shill bidder... I wouldn't doubt that some of those 'questions/comments' are kinda fishy as well. -Kurt EhrhardtACES 1280, TC Gold 26366 SuperSport, 66 MalibuEnfield, CT
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
You may have a deal! Larry - Original Message - From: "Brian Knight" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:41 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Take me on the tour with you and for free meals, I will sleep in the backseat!! From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 19:35:35 -0500 My goal is to have my Chevelle done so I can go on the Power Tour next June. It's starting here almost in my back yard so I don't want to miss it. Just the thought of staying in some no-tell motels for 6 or 7 nights with my unprotected Chevelle sitting out there is a scary thought for me... Hell, I didn't get much sleep on my way back from PA when I picked up my Chevelle, and it was a basket case! Larry - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Vigilance and prayer. It's only parked & left at car shows or cruise-ins, so I don't worry about it too much. I pulled the coil wire out 2 years ago when my wife & I went to a shopping center in Goodlettesville when we were at Chevelle-a-bration. My car's not worth killing someone for it. BillL At 05:48 PM 12/5/2005, you wrote: What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
[Chevelle-list] Power Tour
Would somebody with experience please explain to me the mechanics of how the Power Tour works? Once the route is published, are we on our own to try to make reservations at all the stops? Thanks, Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
Take me on the tour with you and for free meals, I will sleep in the backseat!! From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 19:35:35 -0500 My goal is to have my Chevelle done so I can go on the Power Tour next June. It's starting here almost in my back yard so I don't want to miss it. Just the thought of staying in some no-tell motels for 6 or 7 nights with my unprotected Chevelle sitting out there is a scary thought for me... Hell, I didn't get much sleep on my way back from PA when I picked up my Chevelle, and it was a basket case! Larry - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Vigilance and prayer. It's only parked & left at car shows or cruise-ins, so I don't worry about it too much. I pulled the coil wire out 2 years ago when my wife & I went to a shopping center in Goodlettesville when we were at Chevelle-a-bration. My car's not worth killing someone for it. BillL At 05:48 PM 12/5/2005, you wrote: What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
I'm thinking I'll have to at least hide a switch to kill the ignition. Agreed. I don't think I would kill someone over a car. Larry - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Vigilance and prayer. It's only parked & left at car shows or cruise-ins, so I don't worry about it too much. I pulled the coil wire out 2 years ago when my wife & I went to a shopping center in Goodlettesville when we were at Chevelle-a-bration. My car's not worth killing someone for it.BillLAt 05:48 PM 12/5/2005, you wrote: What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
I know what you mean about the Power Tour,Mike. Bet I cat-napped all night. Did remove the coil wire,though. My knockoff wheels would be very easy to steal. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Mike Holleman I'm always paranoid on the Power Tour. Usually can't sleep for the first night or two. Believe it or not a car cover gives some security. You can't tell what the car is and they can't see inside. I still have nightmares of getting up in the morning to find my tripower gone. Or my Foose wheels. Like Clint I prefer my 45 to a smaller less imposing weapon. Mike - Original Message - From: Dale On my last Chevelle I shaved the door handles and that worked somewhat but I never left the car alone for any length of time anywhere either; plus it was pretty well known and a custom so it wasnt your normal Chevelle. On another one I had with electric fuel pump I had a separate pump on/off switch. I had someone steal the car from a parking lot one time and they got about half a block before they ran out gas and abandoned the effort. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry ShouseSent: Monday, December 05, 2005 5:48 PMTo: Chevelle ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/192 - Release Date: 12/5/2005
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
My goal is to have my Chevelle done so I can go on the Power Tour next June. It's starting here almost in my back yard so I don't want to miss it. Just the thought of staying in some no-tell motels for 6 or 7 nights with my unprotected Chevelle sitting out there is a scary thought for me... Hell, I didn't get much sleep on my way back from PA when I picked up my Chevelle, and it was a basket case! Larry - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Vigilance and prayer. It's only parked & left at car shows or cruise-ins, so I don't worry about it too much. I pulled the coil wire out 2 years ago when my wife & I went to a shopping center in Goodlettesville when we were at Chevelle-a-bration. My car's not worth killing someone for it.BillLAt 05:48 PM 12/5/2005, you wrote: What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
What you're saying about car covers makes sense... I used to be a .45 ACP man myself, but I've become quite comfortable with my 12 shot .40 Sig loaded with Hydra-Shoks. Larry - Original Message - From: Mike Holleman To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:22 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security I'm always paranoid on the Power Tour. Usually can't sleep for the first night or two. Believe it or not a car cover gives some security. You can't tell what the car is and they can't see inside. I still have nightmares of getting up in the morning to find my tripower gone. Or my Foose wheels. Like Clint I prefer my 45 to a smaller less imposing weapon. Mike - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:04 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security On my last Chevelle I shaved the door handles and that worked somewhat but I never left the car alone for any length of time anywhere either; plus it was pretty well known and a custom so it wasnt your normal Chevelle. On another one I had with electric fuel pump I had a separate pump on/off switch. I had someone steal the car from a parking lot one time and they got about half a block before they ran out gas and abandoned the effort. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry ShouseSent: Monday, December 05, 2005 5:48 PMTo: Chevelle ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/192 - Release Date: 12/5/2005
RE: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton
Thanks Brian!! -Original Message- From: Brian Knight [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 8:46 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton A 9" has a larger ring gear than a 12 bolt, 9" vs. 8.875, not much difference. The big advantage to the 9" is that you can change the ring and pinion as a single unit, making gear changes at the track or at home very simple. The 9" takes more power to turn than a 12 bolt (parasitic loss). They are great rears, but I would not put a F*** part under my Chevy!!! Curry or one of the aftermarket mfrs. now offers a 12 bolt with the quick change setup. Brian >From: "Dan Mascheck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List >To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" >Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton >Date: Sun, 4 Dec 2005 18:49:20 -0600 > >What makes a Ford 9" so bullet proof? Is it better than a 12 bolt? It must >have some advantage? > > > > Dan Mascheck > > > > _ > >From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] >Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 2:59 PM >To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net >Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton > > > >In a message dated 12/4/2005 3:37:43 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, >[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > >Hi, > > Speaking as someone who has broken many, what usually lets go in them? > > > >Gene > > > >I've had spider gears blow apart, ring gears shear teeth off, pinion gears >shear teeth off. The internals simply can't handle the torque a high >performance engine will produce. Granted aftermarket parts will help >increase the strength, but nothing can replace what a 12 bolt will handle. >For what it costs to buy all the parts and have someone build you a rear, >you can buy a 12 bolt ready to go in a car. > > > >Tom > _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
[Chevelle-list] Re: 12 Bolt axle bearings
I'm running Baer's 12" Touring rear kit on my Fab 9. My Moser axles have tapered rollers. Ball bearings are for dragracing. However,I do know some running ball bearings on protourers. If I remember correctly,tapered rollers took a little research to find for a Ford 9". 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: "Dan Mascheck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Clint, > Do you have Disc brakes on the rear of your Elky? Did you have to modify > your 12 bolt? > They tell me I need to install a C clip eliminator kit? There are two > different bearing choices. One is tapered and the other is standard heavy > duty ball bearings. Global says use the Roller bearings. Moser said most go > for the ball bearings 70 Vs 30%. Pyle Bros says the tapered bearing are for > those that take corners or cruising, the ball bearings are for drag > applications. I'm confused. My friend mechanic says go for the ball > bearings. He said you won't drive the car that much any way??? > What to do!? > Dan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
I'm always paranoid on the Power Tour. Usually can't sleep for the first night or two. Believe it or not a car cover gives some security. You can't tell what the car is and they can't see inside. I still have nightmares of getting up in the morning to find my tripower gone. Or my Foose wheels. Like Clint I prefer my 45 to a smaller less imposing weapon. Mike - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:04 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security On my last Chevelle I shaved the door handles and that worked somewhat but I never left the car alone for any length of time anywhere either; plus it was pretty well known and a custom so it wasnt your normal Chevelle. On another one I had with electric fuel pump I had a separate pump on/off switch. I had someone steal the car from a parking lot one time and they got about half a block before they ran out gas and abandoned the effort. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry ShouseSent: Monday, December 05, 2005 5:48 PMTo: Chevelle ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/192 - Release Date: 12/5/2005
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
Vigilance and prayer. It's only parked & left at car shows or cruise-ins, so I don't worry about it too much. I pulled the coil wire out 2 years ago when my wife & I went to a shopping center in Goodlettesville when we were at Chevelle-a-bration. My car's not worth killing someone for it. BillL At 05:48 PM 12/5/2005, you wrote: What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
Actually very little for the Chevelle. It has a hood lock from before I bought it, but most other measures have either broken and been replaced or just skipped. I had a fancy starter solenoid that you turned the key in a code sequence to start the car. Great idea, but the company went out of business and after the solenoid failed I just swapped in a regular one. I don't do much to stop someone from entering the car because it is so easy to break into. The club has been sitting in the garage for about ten years... If I had an electric pump, I'd wire up a separate switch that could be hidden (like the Corvette). You will never stop the dedicated thief. They will winch it onto a flatbed if they have to, even with locked brakes and alarms blaring. You need to stop or deter the casual thief and joy rider. Ignition and fuel cutoff's are my choice for that. Brad Waller ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) '66 Corvette | 327/dead | 4-speed | Wilwood Brakes | 245/45/16 BFG R1'67 Chevelle | ex-SS396 | 355/700R4 | F-Body Brakes | 275/40/17 Kumho MX From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry ShouseSent: Monday, December 05, 2005 3:48 PMTo: Chevelle ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
Certainly!! From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 19:16:50 -0500 As long as you're as accurate as I am... Larry - Original Message - From: "Brian Knight" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:00 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Pretty much the same end result, wouldn't you say? From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:53:57 -0500 In my case, it would be Sig. - Original Message - From: "Brian Knight" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 6:50 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Smith & Wesson From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "Chevelle List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:48:16 -0500 What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/ _ Don't just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/ _ Dont just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
In a message dated 12/5/05 7:07:48 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Shill bidder... I wouldn't doubt that some of those 'questions/comments' are kinda fishy as well. -Kurt EhrhardtACES 1280, TC Gold 26366 SuperSport, 66 MalibuEnfield, CT
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
As long as you're as accurate as I am... Larry - Original Message - From: "Brian Knight" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:00 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Pretty much the same end result, wouldn't you say? From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:53:57 -0500 In my case, it would be Sig. - Original Message - From: "Brian Knight" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 6:50 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Smith & Wesson From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "Chevelle List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:48:16 -0500 What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/ _ Don't just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/
RE: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton
Clint, Do you have Disc brakes on the rear of your Elky? Did you have to modify your 12 bolt? They tell me I need to install a C clip eliminator kit? There are two different bearing choices. One is tapered and the other is standard heavy duty ball bearings. Global says use the Roller bearings. Moser said most go for the ball bearings 70 Vs 30%. Pyle Bros says the tapered bearing are for those that take corners or cruising, the ball bearings are for drag applications. I'm confused. My friend mechanic says go for the ball bearings. He said you won't drive the car that much any way??? What to do!? Dan -Original Message- From: Clint Hooper [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 8:19 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton I think Strange Engineering makes what you're looking for. However,it is not cheap. 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 > >From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > >Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List > > > >Curry or one of the aftermarket mfrs. now offers a 12 bolt with the quick > >change setup. > >Brian > > > >They do ? All the after market 12 bolts I've seen do not have a third > >member > >(quick change set up) type unit.Can you direct me to one of these units? > > Larry (Z)
RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
On my last Chevelle I ‘shaved’ the door handles and that worked somewhat but I never left the car alone for any length of time anywhere either; plus it was pretty well known and a custom so it wasn’t your ‘normal’ Chevelle. On another one I had with electric fuel pump I had a separate pump on/off switch. I had someone steal the car from a parking lot one time and they got about half a block before they ‘ran out gas’ and abandoned the effort. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry Shouse Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 5:48 PM To: Chevelle List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
In a message dated 12/5/2005 6:48:53 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse I usually pull off the coil wire & remove the rotor. If needed, a .38 Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
.45acp Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
Pretty much the same end result, wouldn't you say? From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:53:57 -0500 In my case, it would be Sig. - Original Message - From: "Brian Knight" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 6:50 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Smith & Wesson From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "Chevelle List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:48:16 -0500 What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/ _ Dont just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
In my case, it would be Sig. - Original Message - From: "Brian Knight" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 6:50 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Smith & Wesson From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "Chevelle List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:48:16 -0500 What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
Smith & Wesson From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "Chevelle List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:48:16 -0500 What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
[Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] Front end rebuild
Those bolts are special serated (sic) ones. Most aftermarket dealers carry them. John 67SS396
Re: [Chevelle-list] Seat question!
Hi! I guess I'd be ok with some sort of fine but sturdy nylon net or fabric then? Making it possible for the foam to "breathe", to avoid the new seat to get mouldy again? B.R. Pelle - Original Message - From: "Wayne Kline" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 7:58 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Seat question! Yes Pelle, you need something between the soft Foam and the hard Spring steel, to prevent it from grinding it's way through the foam...I used a newer type (nylon Polly ?) feed bag cut to fit on one set of Buckets ! Wayne ACES 1556 TC 186 From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Seat question! Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:08:57 +0100 What is the "jute" stuff with thin steel wires between the springs & the foam called? Is it necessary to use it? Can I use sth else? Best regards Pelle __ Chevelle gearheads http://hem.bredband.net/chevellegearheads/ _ On the road to retirement? Check out MSN Life Events for advice on how to get there! http://lifeevents.msn.com/category.aspx?cid=Retirement
Re: [Chevelle-list] Drive train possibility for Dan
No, the only auto trans available in 1962 was the Powerglide. 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: "D.R. Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Is this the same trans used behind the 409 in the 1962 chev? If so I > could beat them in 1/4 mile with a standard shift 1962 6 cylinder Chevy II. > D.R. Jones > > Clint Hooper wrote: > > > No offense but the author of that was very loose with the facts. He makes it > > sound like a switch-pitch TH400 is the greatest thing since sliced bread. > > Gosh,I wonder if the fact that he sells them might have something to do with > > it? > > Oh,that's right,I see those things used all the time out there. > > 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: "mike f" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > > >>The Switch Pitch TH-400 > >>Summary: > >>The reasoning behind installing an overdrive > >>transmission is running a low rear gearing to get off > >>the line, but still retain manageable RPMs at freeway > >>cruising speeds. This seems like the best of both > >>worlds, but this article will examine some reasons why > >>an overdrive transmission is not always be the best > >>solution. > >> > >>Traditionally GM overdrive transmissions such as the > >>700-r4 and the 200-4r were viewed as anemic pieces for > >>gas sipping transportation appliances. The last > >>several years have revealed that these transmissions > >>can be modified to handle significantly more power > >>then in base configurations. A well-built and properly > >>adjusted overdrive transmission should be able to > >>handle around 450 ft/lbs of torque. Is that enough for > >>the engine combinations that people run in their hot > >>rods? In many cases the answer is no and I for one, > >>have been through enough "built" 700-r4s for a > >>lifetime. > >> > >>So what then is the solution? > >>The solution is the tried and true TH-400, more > >>specifically the variable-pitch version of the TH-400. > >> > >>The variable-pitch, or switch-pitch TH-400 is nothing > >>new as it has been around since 1965. Originally found > >>in Buick, Olds, and Cadillac the switch-pitch offers > >>two stall speeds, a low stall and a high stall. > >>Applying a positive 12-volt signal to the appropriate > >>terminal on the transmission case makes the selection > >>of low or high stall. The high stall gives you the > >>advantages of torque multiplication to get off the > >>line with a taller rearend gear and the low stall > >>decreases slippage for cruising or on the big end of > >>the track. > >> > >>The variable-pitch stator is not the only advantage > >>that the TH-400 holds over its more modern overdrive > >>counterparts. A TH-400 will generally cost less then > >>an overdrive and it can be built to handle some > >>serious horsepower numbers. The TH-700 and TH-200 also > >>require a T.V. cable to be installed and adjusted > >>correctly or serious damage and shifting problems will > >>result, and getting it correct is often harder then it > >>seems at first glance. Another advantage of the TH-400 > >>is a small spread between gears. First lets put some > >>gearing numbers out there for reference: > >> > >>Gear Ratio Comparisons: > >> > >> 1st 2nd 3rd 4th > >>TH 400 2.48 1.48 1.00 > >>TH 700 3.06 1.63 1.00 0.70 > >>TH 200 2.74 1.57 1.0 0.67 > >> > >>It is clear that the two overdrive transmissions in > >>the comparison chart have lower first gear ratios as > >>well as have the advantage of overdrive, but let us > >>look at the numbers that are hidden between these > >>ratios. > >> > >>Between Gear Gap Comparisons: > >> > >> 1st-2nd 2nd-3rd 3rd-4th > >>TH 400 1.00 0.48 > >>TH 700 1.43 0.63 0.30 > >>TH 200 1.17 0.57 0.33 > >> > >>Notice the large gaps between gear ratios. The TH-700 > >>has a particularly nasty gap between 1st and 2nd. In > >>fact if you combine the 1st-2nd and 2nd-3rd gaps on > >>the TH-400 you get roughly the same gap as the 1st-2nd > >>on the 700-r4. The result of this is that your first > >>gear in the TH-700 may launch you like a rocket, but > >>the huge gap is going to lug your engine and drop > >>RPMs, hurting performance. The TH-200 has a more > >>favorable gear separation then the TH-700, but the > >>TH-400 still has a slight edge. > >> > >>Now to address the flaw in my argument that I am sure > >>many of you are thinking about. The TH-400 does not > >>have an overdrive gear and if you don't run an > >>overdrive then how can you possibly expect to have a > >>respectable freeway cruising RPM? > >> > >>The solution to this is easy, run a taller rearend > >>gear. I argue that the many hotrods rarely, if ever, > >>see the drag strip and spend a lot more of their time > >>on the road. So why then do we put in a low rearend > >>gear that makes freewa
Re: [Chevelle-list] Santa Strikes
Sweet!. - Original Message - From: "J. Brady" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Sunday, December 4, 2005 4:59 pm Subject: [Chevelle-list] Santa Strikes > Well folks, > > Today while doing the regular run to Walmart, I picked > my 4 month old daughter's Christmas gift.. It's a > remote control Herbie The Love Bug 1:6 scale. The > thing's big enough for her to ride on! > > I dropped it in the cart and when I caught up with my > wife, she just stared and said, "why are you getting > her one of those???" My response: "They were all > out of Chevelles.." (not the answer she was looking > for) 8^] > > > Happy Holidays, > > Jim > '66 Malibu > http://mywebpages.comcast.net/jbiii/my66.htm > '59 Corvette (in alotta pieces) > www.59registry.com > > > > > __ > Yahoo! DSL ? Something to write home about. > Just $16.99/mo. or less. > dsl.yahoo.com > > >
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
I was thinking the same thing!!!-Original Message- From: Craig Ellis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Sent: Dec 5, 2005 2:08 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert Shill bidder... - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 2:02 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert HOLY CRAP SOMEONE BID ON IT!!!
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
Shill bidder... - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 2:02 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert HOLY CRAP SOMEONE BID ON IT!!!
RE: [Chevelle-list] Seat question!
Yes Pelle, you need something between the soft Foam and the hard Spring steel, to prevent it from grinding it's way through the foam...I used a newer type (nylon Polly ?) feed bag cut to fit on one set of Buckets ! Wayne ACES 1556 TC 186 From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Subject: [Chevelle-list] Seat question! Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 18:08:57 +0100 What is the "jute" stuff with thin steel wires between the springs & the foam called? Is it necessary to use it? Can I use sth else? Best regards Pelle __ Chevelle gearheads http://hem.bredband.net/chevellegearheads/ _ On the road to retirement? Check out MSN Life Events for advice on how to get there! http://lifeevents.msn.com/category.aspx?cid=Retirement
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
HOLY CRAP SOMEONE BID ON IT!!!
Re: [Chevelle-list] Front end rebuild
Chassis bolts are grade 8 or better. The ones that attach the control arms if original have a small shoulder and use a lock nut. The originals are better than most replacement bolts you will find and if they do not show wear reuse them. Mike - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 11:05 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Front end rebuild John, The bolts should be fine as long as they have not been yielded but, why re-use such a inexpensive and critical part? I would think a grade 5 would be all you would need; you can look at the markings on the head to identify what you have/what was used originally. IE, if you have 3 lines pointed toward the center, you have a grade 5 bolt. If confused, find a fastener store nearby[ Revcar, Fastenal,etc] and let the counter guys help you. Don't forget to lubricate your new bolts; threads and all surfaces, like washers, that will see friction. Good luck, Rich-Original Message- From: Chevelle List <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Sent: Dec 4, 2005 3:17 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Front end rebuild Hi Everyone.. I am rebuilding my frontend over the winter here in Alberta...Canada...I have all new pieces, in fact the only things that I will be re-using are the upper and lower control arms.I was wondering about the original bolts..Do you think that I should re-use them or go and get new??I was thinking they may loose their strength over time..I don't know..If I do get new are they regular Grade 8 bolts or is there better ones to use??? Thanx John No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/192 - Release Date: 12/5/2005
Re: [Chevelle-list] Drive train possibility for Dan
Is this the same trans used behind the 409 in the 1962 chev? If so I could beat them in 1/4 mile with a standard shift 1962 6 cylinder Chevy II. D.R. Jones Clint Hooper wrote: No offense but the author of that was very loose with the facts. He makes it sound like a switch-pitch TH400 is the greatest thing since sliced bread. Gosh,I wonder if the fact that he sells them might have something to do with it? Oh,that's right,I see those things used all the time out there. 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: "mike f" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> The Switch Pitch TH-400 Summary: The reasoning behind installing an overdrive transmission is running a low rear gearing to get off the line, but still retain manageable RPMs at freeway cruising speeds. This seems like the best of both worlds, but this article will examine some reasons why an overdrive transmission is not always be the best solution. Traditionally GM overdrive transmissions such as the 700-r4 and the 200-4r were viewed as anemic pieces for gas sipping transportation appliances. The last several years have revealed that these transmissions can be modified to handle significantly more power then in base configurations. A well-built and properly adjusted overdrive transmission should be able to handle around 450 ft/lbs of torque. Is that enough for the engine combinations that people run in their hot rods? In many cases the answer is no and I for one, have been through enough "built" 700-r4s for a lifetime. So what then is the solution? The solution is the tried and true TH-400, more specifically the variable-pitch version of the TH-400. The variable-pitch, or switch-pitch TH-400 is nothing new as it has been around since 1965. Originally found in Buick, Olds, and Cadillac the switch-pitch offers two stall speeds, a low stall and a high stall. Applying a positive 12-volt signal to the appropriate terminal on the transmission case makes the selection of low or high stall. The high stall gives you the advantages of torque multiplication to get off the line with a taller rearend gear and the low stall decreases slippage for cruising or on the big end of the track. The variable-pitch stator is not the only advantage that the TH-400 holds over its more modern overdrive counterparts. A TH-400 will generally cost less then an overdrive and it can be built to handle some serious horsepower numbers. The TH-700 and TH-200 also require a T.V. cable to be installed and adjusted correctly or serious damage and shifting problems will result, and getting it correct is often harder then it seems at first glance. Another advantage of the TH-400 is a small spread between gears. First lets put some gearing numbers out there for reference: Gear Ratio Comparisons: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th TH 400 2.48 1.48 1.00 TH 700 3.06 1.63 1.00 0.70 TH 200 2.74 1.57 1.0 0.67 It is clear that the two overdrive transmissions in the comparison chart have lower first gear ratios as well as have the advantage of overdrive, but let us look at the numbers that are hidden between these ratios. Between Gear Gap Comparisons: 1st-2nd 2nd-3rd 3rd-4th TH 400 1.00 0.48 TH 700 1.43 0.63 0.30 TH 200 1.17 0.57 0.33 Notice the large gaps between gear ratios. The TH-700 has a particularly nasty gap between 1st and 2nd. In fact if you combine the 1st-2nd and 2nd-3rd gaps on the TH-400 you get roughly the same gap as the 1st-2nd on the 700-r4. The result of this is that your first gear in the TH-700 may launch you like a rocket, but the huge gap is going to lug your engine and drop RPMs, hurting performance. The TH-200 has a more favorable gear separation then the TH-700, but the TH-400 still has a slight edge. Now to address the flaw in my argument that I am sure many of you are thinking about. The TH-400 does not have an overdrive gear and if you don't run an overdrive then how can you possibly expect to have a respectable freeway cruising RPM? The solution to this is easy, run a taller rearend gear. I argue that the many hotrods rarely, if ever, see the drag strip and spend a lot more of their time on the road. So why then do we put in a low rearend gear that makes freeway driving unpleasant and limits out terminal velocity to 115 miles per hour. An overdrive transmission will make up for our low rear gearing, but this introduces several problems. Overdrive was never intended to be an acceleration gear, which it is being forced to become if you are running a deep rearend. High drive shaft speeds Running a 4.11 gear with a TH-700 sounds like a good idea until you consider that with a 275/40R17 tire at 100 mph your drive shaft is spinning at somewhere in the neighborhood of 5383 RPM for comparison a TH-400 with the same tire and a 3.08 rearend gearing will turn 4034 RPM. The same comparison at 150 mph yields 8075 for the overdrive versus 6051 for the TH-400. Spinni
[Chevelle-list] Seat question!
What is the "jute" stuff with thin steel wires between the springs & the foam called? Is it necessary to use it? Can I use sth else? Best regardsPelle__Chevelle gearheadshttp://hem.bredband.net/chevellegearheads/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Front end rebuild
John, The bolts should be fine as long as they have not been yielded but, why re-use such a inexpensive and critical part? I would think a grade 5 would be all you would need; you can look at the markings on the head to identify what you have/what was used originally. IE, if you have 3 lines pointed toward the center, you have a grade 5 bolt. If confused, find a fastener store nearby[ Revcar, Fastenal,etc] and let the counter guys help you. Don't forget to lubricate your new bolts; threads and all surfaces, like washers, that will see friction. Good luck, Rich-Original Message- From: Chevelle List <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Sent: Dec 4, 2005 3:17 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Front end rebuild Hi Everyone.. I am rebuilding my frontend over the winter here in Alberta...Canada...I have all new pieces, in fact the only things that I will be re-using are the upper and lower control arms.I was wondering about the original bolts..Do you think that I should re-use them or go and get new??I was thinking they may loose their strength over time..I don't know..If I do get new are they regular Grade 8 bolts or is there better ones to use??? Thanx John
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
there is a rough z-16 on e-bay for 35000
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton
I think Strange Engineering makes what you're looking for. However,it is not cheap. 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 > >From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > >Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List > > > >Curry or one of the aftermarket mfrs. now offers a 12 bolt with the quick > >change setup. > >Brian > > > >They do ? All the after market 12 bolts I've seen do not have a third > >member > >(quick change set up) type unit.Can you direct me to one of these units? > > Larry (Z)
[Chevelle-list] "Motor Matters" - '65 L79
Every Saturday my local newspaper (Wisconsin State Journal) carries a syndicated column called "Motor Matters"; it features a different classic/collectible car each week and this past Saturday it was a '65 L79...a one-owner L79 4-speed 300 4-door! According to the story the owner had a hard time finding a dealer willing to place the original order but eventually one in Alhambra CA did it for him. Interesting story about a pretty unique car. I checked but the story doesn't appear to be online yet. Brad O.
RE: [Chevelle-list] Santa Strikes
:) Good One... From: "J. Brady" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: The Chevelle Mailing List To: Chevelle Group Subject: [Chevelle-list] Santa Strikes Date: Sun, 4 Dec 2005 13:59:58 -0800 (PST) Well folks, Today while doing the regular run to Walmart, I picked my 4 month old daughter's Christmas gift.. It's a remote control Herbie The Love Bug 1:6 scale. The thing's big enough for her to ride on! I dropped it in the cart and when I caught up with my wife, she just stared and said, "why are you getting her one of those???" My response: "They were all out of Chevelles.." (not the answer she was looking for) 8^] Happy Holidays, Jim '66 Malibu http://mywebpages.comcast.net/jbiii/my66.htm '59 Corvette (in alotta pieces) www.59registry.com __ Yahoo! DSL Something to write home about. Just $16.99/mo. or less. dsl.yahoo.com _ Dont just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Santa Strikes
Good answer!! A Great Holiday Season to ALL!!! Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: J. Brady <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: Chevelle Group Sent: Sun, 4 Dec 2005 13:59:58 -0800 (PST)Subject: [Chevelle-list] Santa Strikes Well folks, Today while doing the regular run to Walmart, I picked my 4 month old daughter's Christmas gift.. It's a remote control Herbie The Love Bug 1:6 scale. The thing's big enough for her to ride on! I dropped it in the cart and when I caught up with my wife, she just stared and said, "why are you getting her one of those???" My response: "They were all out of Chevelles.." (not the answer she was looking for) 8^] Happy Holidays, Jim '66 Malibu http://mywebpages.comcast.net/jbiii/my66.htm '59 Corvette (in alotta pieces) www.59registry.com __ Yahoo! DSL ? Something to write home about. Just $16.99/mo. or less. dsl.yahoo.com
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
A true statement. "Most of us don't have money to burn"!! I had a 65 SS in 65 when I was a single guy with not much responsibility. Then came the Army, 2 wives & 3 kids. After driving a couple of so-so 65 SS's during the next 35 years. At the age of 53 I finally got something nice. Paid a fair but affordable price. A few months later a Z-16 was offered at $200k out of a museum. This was 2001. I inquired and in my head I was selling my new 65 SS and arranging financing with my house, my IRA & my children's college funds. Spoke to my wife about it. I think she had the attorney's phone number & a bag packed within minutes & was threatening to have me committed before she left. OK. It was a dream & I came back to earth. But if I could have made it happen, what would that Z-16 be worth today? Might have been a pretty good investment. Of course I would have driven it. My car's not a Picasso to hang on the wall. I'll just have to be happy with my regular old 65 SS. But I can always dream about owning a Z-16. Do you guys with the 70's do the same when it comes to an LS-6? Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSent: Sun, 4 Dec 2005 12:47:53 ESTSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert What was the Auction number for the $150,000.00 convertible? Sorry but I can't find it. The (Blue) had sold for $172,000.00 @ the Barrett-Jackson auction January 17-20 2002. The (Black) LS6 went for $324,000.00 Jan 29 2005 .The Blue one was part of a discussion back 3 years or so when someone asked "If you could own any car what would it be". My answer was a 70 LS6 convertible. Someone wrote back and send a link where there was one for sale. The car was for sale for $175000.00 @ the time. The last I heard about the car is it went for $350,000.00 this summer. A documented (26 miles) LS6 hardtop went for $354,200.00 on Ebay. Look @ what the other cars brought in @ these auctions. I'm not saying these prices are right but don't you think if someone is paying that kind of money for a car they wouldn't have the documentation checked out? Bottom line is Some people have money to burn and most of us don't. Larry (Z) Sports Car Market > Profiles > 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle LS6 Convertible black / black top pictures BARRETT-JACKSON SHATTERS PREVIOUS RECORDS DURING 2005 AUCTION Auto Auction - Car Craft
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
I'm a 65 guy. Are those things really worth that much? Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: Bill Lessenberry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sat, 03 Dec 2005 16:29:16 -0600Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert I like this guy. He knows what he has & he knows what he wants for it, & he might be right as to its value. I doubt that it'll sell on Ebay, I figure he's using this for advertising & hopes to find a private buyer. The Q&A is funny.BillLAt 01:51 PM 12/3/2005, you wrote: Guys want a good chuckle ?eBay Motors: Chevrolet : Chevelle (item 4594270724 end time Dec-05-05 20:49:59 PST)
Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert
Yeah! I got a good chuckle too but the ironic thing about it is that there may be an investor out there or just some guy with more money than brains who will pay the price!! Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSent: Sat, 3 Dec 2005 14:51:51 ESTSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list]Ebay 70 LS6 Convert Guys want a good chuckle ? eBay Motors: Chevrolet : Chevelle (item 4594270724 end time Dec-05-05 20:49:59 PST)
