Re: [Chevelle-list] Trouble with the starter on the 69 Chevelle
Donnie I agree with Phil... Tell them to get new cables. Corrosion usually happens inside the jacket of the cable and reduces the amount of current it can carry. JJ --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I always start with the easiest fix. No juice, no click, no nothing the acc's work. Assuming it's a good battery, dirty or poor battery contacts. It's not the corrosion you can see, it's what you can't see between the cables the posts. Try cleaning the cables posts check all contacts. Somebody correct me if I'm wrong but I think the hot weather may also have an effect on a corrosive lead contact. I earned a steak dinner a night with a pretty girl on this exact thing many, many, many years ago!! Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tue, 1 Aug 2006 10:24 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Trouble with the starter on the 69 Chevelle A member of mine is having problems with his starter?? You guys have any suggestions?? Here's his story Morning guys (or gals, depending on who opens this email), Iâm having trouble with the starter on the Chevelle. Last night I went to start the car it wouldnât start. Turn the key and nothing. No click, no nothing. Everything else works, headlights, radio, interior light, etc. I was able to jump start the car by coasting and letting the clutch out. It took me about twenty-five minutes to get home. I turned the car off once in the garage, then tried starting the car again. The car started without hesitation. This is typical when ever I experience this problem. This might happen twice in a week or it may happen once every couple months. The only consistency is it never seems to happen in cool weather. Iâm considering the following items next, - by passing the neutral safety switch. - installing a new ignition switch. A little history, This started around three years ago. At that time I had a rebuilt GM high torque starter. I installed a reduction starter from Jegâs about six weeks ago giving into the heat soak theory with the stock starter and headers. I considered changing the battery cable along with the starter but it looked in perfect shape, no damage or corrosion. Any ideas or suggestions? Thanks in advance! Donnie Check out AOL.com today. Breaking news, video search, pictures, email and IM. All on demand. Always Free. __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
[Chevelle-list] OT: Looking for someone near Scranton PA Aug 18th
Sorry to post this up but I'm looking for help in the Scranton Pa on August 18th. I need help loading 10 sections of wainscoating on my car trailer. Sections range from 3' to 7.5'. If someone wants to make $50 for a half hour work let me know. Thanks Walt [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/1890HOUSE.htm
Re: [Chevelle-list] transmission choice
Agree with Rick, a 400 would be overkill, one reason Chevrolet installed the TH350 behind small blocks. A 700R4 or 2004R would be good choices if you want an O/D unit. Ive never had both in the same car so I cant offer a true comparison. The 700R4 has a 3.06 low gear and .70 in O/D where the 2004R has a 2.74 and .67 O/D. Unless theres something wrong with yourTH350 and/or you dont do much highway driving to really warrant the O/Ds obvious positive feature the TH350 should be just fine IMO. Dale McIntosh 1967 ChevelleReference CD! http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Schaefer Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 12:34 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] transmission choice The 400 would be overkill for your use. The 700 is a good choice, but how much highway driving do you do? Around town my 700 yields about the same mpg as the 350. On the highway it does make a noticeable difference. The 350 is not a bad choice and it is slightly easier to rebuild maintain than the 700. On 8/2/06, Eduardo (Eddie) Gamino [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey all, I was considering changing to a better transmission. Right now I have a 350 trans in a 70 chevelle with a SB 350. I also have a MSD ignition with a 6AL MSD Box and MSD spark plug wires, holly carb 770 double pumper, holly fuel pump. I use my ride for street use not to race, and sometimes as a daily driver, and freeway use too. What sounds good to get: a 400 or a 700 transmission? Do these have any cons for ugrading? Would any of these two trans will they do more harm than good? OR Am I good with my 350 transmission? thanks all! Eddie -- ___ Play 100s of games for FREE! http://games.mail.com/ -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] transmission choice
Eddie, Sounds like you are bored and looking for something to work on. Leave your tranny as is and come on over to my house to help put my '69 back together. I can find lots for you to do. - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 9:59 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] transmission choice Agree with Rick, a 400 would be overkill, one reason Chevrolet installed the TH350 behind small blocks. A 700R4 or 2004R would be good choices if you want an O/D unit. Ive never had both in the same car so I cant offer a true comparison. The 700R4 has a 3.06 low gear and .70 in O/D where the 2004R has a 2.74 and .67 O/D. Unless theres something wrong with yourTH350 and/or you dont do much highway driving to really warrant the O/Ds obvious positive feature the TH350 should be just fine IMO. Dale McIntosh 1967 ChevelleReference CD! http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick SchaeferSent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 12:34 AMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] transmission choice The 400 would be overkill for your use. The 700 is a good choice, but how much highway driving do you do? Around town my 700 yields about the same mpg as the 350. On the highway it does make a noticeable difference. The 350 is not a bad choice and it is slightly easier to rebuild maintain than the 700. On 8/2/06, Eduardo (Eddie) Gamino [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey all, I was considering changing to a better transmission. Right now I have a 350 trans in a 70 chevelle with a SB 350. I also have a MSD ignition with a 6AL MSD Box and MSD spark plug wires, holly carb 770 double pumper, holly fuel pump. I use my ride for street use not to race, and sometimes as a daily driver, and freeway use too. What sounds good to get: a 400 or a 700 transmission? Do these have any cons for ugrading? Would any of these two trans will they do more harm than good? OR Am I good with my 350 transmission? thanks all! Eddie--___Play 100s of games for FREE! http://games.mail.com/ -- Rick Schaefer72 TPI El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint
I guess I'll use lacquer thinner. I use it for most everything else anyway. Didn't know if PrepSol had something special in it that made it worth the extra bucks. I sent something toPrepsolbut neverheard back from them. Thanks guys. Jim - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 4:49 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint always had good luck with lacquer thinner and its really cheap! Dan McIntosh90'd out 1983 Fleetwood Coupe Street Metal Fabricationshttp://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Bill Bradley IV To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 3:27 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint try acryliclean- Original Message - From: "Jim Sullivan" [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSent: Monday, July 31, 2006 11:42 AMSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint Hey guys, I am on my way out to pick up some Prepsol so I can clean up my front end parts for painting. I've read there are similar products that are a lot cheaper. Anyone have any experience with these?? Thought I'd check first. Thanks Jim S. -- No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint
Not to sound like a chemist, which I am not...but most cheap lacquer thinners are cheap because of the raw materials use to blend them together. Prep type thinners stay away from the oily type thinners (mineral spirits, VMP Naptha ect.) and also stay away from the real strong thinners that are sometimes present in the lacquer thinners (Ketone family ie. MEK, MIBK, MAK) which sometimes are to strong and lifts the paint that you are just trying to clean the wax, grease and oil from a surface. My $.02 Groups are talking. Were listening. Check out the handy changes to Yahoo! Groups.
[Chevelle-list] Alternator Question
I was wondering what size of Alternator I should be using on my 1968 Beaumont (350/350). I have a 63 amp and it was working good until Sunday night I got caught in the rain coming home from cruise night. With wipers,lights and heater blower going the volts were down to 12 and was a little worried. What size Alternator are most of uses using. Thank you in advance Dave Ingersoll,Ontario My web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint
Jim, a good DX-330 or equal in a spray bottle will last forever and that way you avoid contaminating the product. I used to put a rag over the can and wet the cloth that way but in order to avoid that, I picked a couple of spray bottles. One is the wax and degreaser(prep solvent) and the other is a zinc-phosphate to de-rust a few things. my 2 cents worth. mike --- Jim Sullivan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I guess I'll use lacquer thinner. I use it for most everything else anyway. Didn't know if PrepSol had something special in it that made it worth the extra bucks. I sent something to Prepsol but never heard back from them. Thanks guys. Jim - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 4:49 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint always had good luck with lacquer thinner and its really cheap! Dan McIntosh 90'd out 1983 Fleetwood Coupe Street Metal Fabrications http://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Bill Bradley IV To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 3:27 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint try acryliclean - Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 11:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint Hey guys, I am on my way out to pick up some Prepsol so I can clean up my front end parts for painting. I've read there are similar products that are a lot cheaper. Anyone have any experience with these?? Thought I'd check first. Thanks Jim S. -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint
Excellent suggestion. - Original Message - From: mike f [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 12:59 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint Jim, a good DX-330 or equal in a spray bottle will last forever and that way you avoid contaminating the product. I used to put a rag over the can and wet the cloth that way but in order to avoid that, I picked a couple of spray bottles. One is the wax and degreaser(prep solvent) and the other is a zinc-phosphate to de-rust a few things. my 2 cents worth. mike --- Jim Sullivan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I guess I'll use lacquer thinner. I use it for most everything else anyway. Didn't know if PrepSol had something special in it that made it worth the extra bucks. I sent something to Prepsol but never heard back from them. Thanks guys. Jim - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 4:49 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint always had good luck with lacquer thinner and its really cheap! Dan McIntosh 90'd out 1983 Fleetwood Coupe Street Metal Fabrications http://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Bill Bradley IV To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 3:27 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint try acryliclean - Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 11:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint Hey guys, I am on my way out to pick up some Prepsol so I can clean up my front end parts for painting. I've read there are similar products that are a lot cheaper. Anyone have any experience with these?? Thought I'd check first. Thanks Jim S. -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint
Jim, There is a reason for products like Presol, Final wash, PPG 330 and Omni MX 190. I cannot give you a scientific explaination, but I believe it has to do with the ability to lift wax and grease from a surface without leaving behind a residue that may cause paint lifting or other defects. Think about all the effort it takes to get a car ready for painting. Do you really want to do it twice? Mike --- Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 11:52 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint I guess I'll use lacquer thinner. I use it for most everything else anyway. Didn't know if PrepSol had something special in it that made it worth the extra bucks. I sent something toPrepsolbut neverheard back from them. Thanks guys. Jim - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 4:49 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint always had good luck with lacquer thinner and its really cheap! Dan McIntosh90'd out 1983 Fleetwood Coupe Street Metal Fabricationshttp://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Bill Bradley IV To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 3:27 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint try acryliclean- Original Message - From: "Jim Sullivan" [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSent: Monday, July 31, 2006 11:42 AMSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pre paint Hey guys, I am on my way out to pick up some Prepsol so I can clean up my front end parts for painting. I've read there are similar products that are a lot cheaper. Anyone have any experience with these?? Thought I'd check first. Thanks Jim S. -- No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006 No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/405 - Release Date: 8/1/2006
Re: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question
Personally with the three things going at once I wouldnt worry about the volts dropping to 12 as long as it comes back up during normal operations. A 63 amp unit should be enough if its in good working order. If you also had a high-end stereo then a 100-130 amp wouldnt be out of line IMO. Dale McIntosh 1967 ChevelleReference CD! http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dave Benjamin Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 11:43 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question I was wondering what size of Alternator I should be using on my 1968 Beaumont (350/350). I have a 63 amp and it was working good until Sunday night I got caught in the rain coming home from cruise night. With wipers,lights and heater blower going the volts were down to 12 and was a little worried. What size Alternator are most of uses using. Thank you in advance Dave Ingersoll,Ontario My web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question
Hi Dave, I have a 1968 Chevelle SS 396 that I installed a One-wire Alternator from Powermaster on 06-20-2002. Part number 8002. the Output at Idle is with a stock pulley at 2400 rpm was 75 amps, and at hwy speeds of 6000 Dyno Rpm was 102 amps. I just had to run a wire directly to the battery. I didn't mess with running it through the starter etc. I also had to modify my Voltage Reg to keep the battery light from staying on all the time. The only thing I run off this is an MSD box, radio lights etc. No stereo or other add ons. Terry S. Hodges From: Dave Benjamin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/08/02 Wed PM 12:42:35 EDT To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question I was wondering what size of Alternator I should be using on my 1968 Beaumont (350/350). I have a 63 amp and it was working good until Sunday night I got caught in the rain coming home from cruise night. With wipers,lights and heater blower going the volts were down to 12 and was a little worried. What size Alternator are most of uses using. Thank you in advance Dave Ingersoll,Ontario My web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question
Dave, You should check the wiring first. Read the primer on the chevrolet wiring at MAD Electrical.com. mike --- Dave Benjamin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was wondering what size of Alternator I should be using on my 1968 Beaumont (350/350). I have a 63 amp and it was working good until Sunday night I got caught in the rain coming home from cruise night. With wipers,lights and heater blower going the volts were down to 12 and was a little worried. What size Alternator are most of uses using. Thank you in advance Dave Ingersoll,Ontario My web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/ __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Trouble with the starter on the 69 Chevelle
Title: Re: [Chevelle-list] Trouble with the starter on the 69 Chevelle I would check the neutral safety switch if the other stuff looks OK... From: Jim H. Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Wed, 2 Aug 2006 19:37:45 -0400 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Trouble with the starter on the 69 Chevelle Always start at the battery. I battery with a bad cell will give you lights and radio. You need to run a load test or take it to Pep Boys or Auto Zone they will do it free right at the counter. Make sure you put a fresh charge on it over night. Hot weather will kill a battery just as quick as cold weather. Did you check the water level? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2006 10:24 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Trouble with the starter on the 69 Chevelle A member of mine is having problems with his starter?? You guys have any suggestions?? Here's his story Morning guys (or gals, depending on who opens this email), Im having trouble with the starter on the Chevelle. Last night I went to start the car it wouldnt start. Turn the key and nothing. No click, no nothing. Everything else works, headlights, radio, interior light, etc. I was able to jump start the car by coasting and letting the clutch out. It took me about twenty-five minutes to get home. I turned the car off once in the garage, then tried starting the car again. The car started without hesitation. This is typical when ever I experience this problem. This might happen twice in a week or it may happen once every couple months. The only consistency is it never seems to happen in cool weather. Im considering the following items next, - by passing the neutral safety switch. - installing a new ignition switch. A little history, This started around three years ago. At that time I had a rebuilt GM high torque starter. I installed a reduction starter from Jegs about six weeks ago giving into the heat soak theory with the stock starter and headers. I considered changing the battery cable along with the starter but it looked in perfect shape, no damage or corrosion. Any ideas or suggestions? Thanks in advance! Donnie
Re: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question
I upgraded mine years ago to a 100 amp unit. I don't open these things up, but it was able to be done within my existing 4-wire case. I don't run anything with enough draw to put much of a load on it at this time, but if I choose to add more accessories I know I'm ok. Devin - Original Message - From: Dave Benjamin To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2006 9:42 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question I was wondering what size of Alternator I should be using on my 1968 Beaumont (350/350). I have a 63 amp and it was working good until Sunday night I got caught in the rain coming home from cruise night. With wipers,lights and heater blower going the volts were down to 12 and was a little worried. What size Alternator are most of uses using. Thank you in advance Dave Ingersoll,Ontario My web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/
