[Chevelle-list] O/T wheel/tire machines
HI - hoping someone could shed some light on these tire changing and wheel balancing machines, are they any good? or what am i looking for when i buy one? they seem way cheaper than some i have seen, i don;t really need anything real fancy, the one i have now just will not seat the tire on the rim, it gets stuck, its a Bishman 880. $995 - AmericanProducts AWB-1100 Wheel Balancer $1,195 - AmericanProducts ATC-1202 Tire Changer or am i better off with a coats 40/40a for 750.00 (used) (this is one of those table top rectangular models that take up more room. thanks! Harlan http://www.hkaa.webs.com ** An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221621499x1201450105/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&; bcd=AprilExcScore428NO62)
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type
is this the same as desert cooler radiators? made by US Radiator? n a message dated 4/27/2009 9:02:10 PM Central Daylight Time, g...@netscape.com writes: > The most efficient radiator is a desert radiator. Coolent flows thru a > series of baffles versus standard type which uses fin tubes. Easy to find > online under Desert radiator. I have one and it's great, no problems running > in parades on high temp. days. Gm66 > ** An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221621499x1201450105/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&; bcd=AprilExcScore428NO62)
[Chevelle-list] big end distributer
I gave a friend a big end distributer from my big block 454 for his small block 350. To change from points to electronic. Marked rotor position, dropped in electronic dist. Started the car and it ran rough ? couldn't get enough counter clockwise turn to smooth it out. do I need to change vacuum advance weights or is it possible I am a tooth off on the shaft? Jimmy.C
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type
The most efficient radiator is a desert radiator. Coolent flows thru a series of baffles versus standard type which uses fin tubes. Easy to find online under Desert radiator. I have one and it's great, no problems running in parades on high temp. days. Gm66 --- larrydwilli...@hughes.net wrote: From: Larry Williams To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type Date: Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:21:20 -0700 I am trying to help my nephew solve cooling problems that have been chronic in his Sunbeam Tiger. What is the most efficient type of radiator? If anyone has a useful link, I would appreciate the help. Larry Williams No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.4/2081 - Release Date: 04/26/09 09:44:00 _ Netscape. Just the Net You Need.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer
HEI requires full 12volts to work properly.The points distributor is supplied by a resistance wire (or thru a voltage dropping resistor) that drops the supplied voltage to 8 or 9V. May or may not cause your problem, but the HEI will not be optimized unless supplied with 12V. If the car has a resistor inline with the coil, just remove it.If its supplied by a resistance wire you need to run a new supply wire. The IGN terminal in the fuse box is a good place to get tap for the 12v. Google HEI conversion for better idea of what to do. On Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 8:30 PM, Jim & Chris wrote: > *his original power source that was running to the old coil.* > > - Original Message - > *From:* Jim H. Thompson > *To:* 'The Chevelle Mailing List' > *Sent:* Monday, April 27, 2009 6:51 PM > *Subject:* Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer > > His old coil or your old coil? > > > > *From:* chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto: > chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] *On Behalf Of *Jim & Chris > *Sent:* Monday, April 27, 2009 3:51 PM > *To:* Chevelle Forum > *Subject:* [Chevelle-list] Distributer > > > > *I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my big > block 454ci to use in his small block 350ci . aligned rotor with mark I > made when removing the origonal distributer (with points) dropped it right > it in connected power that was running to old coil to the distributer > started but ran rough.I couldnt turn distributer far enough counter > clockwise to completly smooth it out.(to be continued ) thought it would > drop right in and emediatly run better? looking for some insight. Jimmy.C* > > -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer
his original power source that was running to the old coil. - Original Message - From: Jim H. Thompson To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 6:51 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer His old coil or your old coil? From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 3:51 PM To: Chevelle Forum Subject: [Chevelle-list] Distributer I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my big block 454ci to use in his small block 350ci . aligned rotor with mark I made when removing the origonal distributer (with points) dropped it right it in connected power that was running to old coil to the distributer started but ran rough.I couldnt turn distributer far enough counter clockwise to completly smooth it out.(to be continued ) thought it would drop right in and emediatly run better? looking for some insight. Jimmy.C
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type
Thanks Jim.. My good friends who runs a radiator shop in Stockton CA likes a copper radiator that has dipples in the tubes. Larry Jim H. Thompson wrote: A clean one. Copper or aluminum makes little difference if it is the correct size. Flushing the cooling system and replacing a thermostat is a good start. If the hoses are 4 years old replace. If the fan is belt driven make sure it is not slipping. Again if it is a few years old replace. If you have an electric fan put a thermometer in the radiator and see when the fan kicks on. -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Larry Williams Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 10:21 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type I am trying to help my nephew solve cooling problems that have been chronic in his Sunbeam Tiger. What is the most efficient type of radiator? If anyone has a useful link, I would appreciate the help. Larry Williams No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.4/2082 - Release Date: 04/27/09 06:19:00 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.5/2083 - Release Date: 04/27/09 18:00:00
Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer
Another trick is to use a long flat blade screwdriver and turn the oil pump shaft to match the distributor. Jim -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Larry Williams Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 8:57 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer Just loosen the distributor bolt, pick it up, and turn it clockwise to the next gear tooth, and drop it in. If it doesn't drop all the way in, rotate the engine and it will drop in when the oil pump gear aligns. Fire it up and set the timing. If it way off, go back the other way and use the same method. Larry Jim & Chris wrote: > /I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my > big block 454ci to use in his small block 350ci . aligned rotor with > mark I made when removing the origonal distributer (with points) > dropped it right it in connected power that was running to old coil to > the distributer started but ran rough.I couldnt turn distributer far > enough counter clockwise to completly smooth it out.(to be continued > ) thought it would drop right in and emediatly run better? looking for > some insight. Jimmy.C/ > -- > -- > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.4/2082 - Release Date: > 04/27/09 06:19:00 > >
Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer
Just loosen the distributor bolt, pick it up, and turn it clockwise to the next gear tooth, and drop it in. If it doesn't drop all the way in, rotate the engine and it will drop in when the oil pump gear aligns. Fire it up and set the timing. If it way off, go back the other way and use the same method. Larry Jim & Chris wrote: /I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my big block 454ci to use in his small block 350ci . aligned rotor with mark I made when removing the origonal distributer (with points) dropped it right it in connected power that was running to old coil to the distributer started but ran rough.I couldnt turn distributer far enough counter clockwise to completly smooth it out.(to be continued ) thought it would drop right in and emediatly run better? looking for some insight. Jimmy.C/ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.4/2082 - Release Date: 04/27/09 06:19:00 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.5/2083 - Release Date: 04/27/09 18:00:00
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question
I have a Hollander's manual for Chevelles. For 68-72 Chevelles there is a *type* they number as 1943. For Chevelles this fits 68-70 2-dr (exc. Pickup) & 1971 & 1972 H.T. & Conv. Chevelles. Quite a few A-bodies are listed under type 1943. Buick Special '68 2 Dr., Conv. Buick Special '69 2 Dr. exc. GS400 H.T. Buick Special '70 2 Dr., Conv Buick Special '71-72 2 Dr. exc. 8-455 Chevelle '68-70 2 Dr. exc. Pickup Chevelle '71-72 2 Dr., H.T. & Conv. Olds F85 '68 2 Dr., Conv. Olds F85 '69 2 Dr. Olds F85 '70 2 Dr. Conv. Olds F85 '71-72 2 Dr. Tempest '68 2 Dr., Conv. Tempest '69 2 Dr. Tempest '70 2 Dr., Conv., exc. 8-455 Tempest '70 2 Dr., H.T., exc. 8-455 Tempest '70 2 Dr., Sdn Tempest '71-72 2 Dr., exc. 8-455 The convertibles probably all have boxed frames but other than that are probably the same basic frame. Don't know why the Buick GS400 or (I assume V8 w/455 engine) in Buick & Tempest are different. I scanned the two pages in the book if you like and will mail them to you offline.may be easier to make sense than the pieces I chopped out. Dale _ From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Daryl S. Davis Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 6:09 PM To: jimthompso...@gmail.com; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question It is rusted out in several spots along the bottom of the frame rails. It is still in the car and probably will be until I finish with the Chevelle. I'm thinking I should know what all will swap in case I trip across one in the next year or so. Daryl S. Davis Davis Management Inc. (907) 694-2922 From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim H. Thompson Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 2:50 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question Convertible frames are boxed from the factory. The others are not. Where is it rusted out? Do you have it out of the car? From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Daryl S. Davis Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 2:11 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question I have a 71 442 convertible which I need to find a frame to replace a rusted out existing frame. Could anyone tell me what all GM frames will work in this swap? Thanks Daryl S. Davis Davis Management Inc. 67 Chevelle convertible 71 442 convertible 65 Mustang coupe
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question
It is rusted out in several spots along the bottom of the frame rails. It is still in the car and probably will be until I finish with the Chevelle. I'm thinking I should know what all will swap in case I trip across one in the next year or so. Daryl S. Davis Davis Management Inc. (907) 694-2922 From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim H. Thompson Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 2:50 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question Convertible frames are boxed from the factory. The others are not. Where is it rusted out? Do you have it out of the car? From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Daryl S. Davis Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 2:11 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question I have a 71 442 convertible which I need to find a frame to replace a rusted out existing frame. Could anyone tell me what all GM frames will work in this swap? Thanks Daryl S. Davis Davis Management Inc. 67 Chevelle convertible 71 442 convertible 65 Mustang coupe
Re: [Chevelle-list] Distributer
His old coil or your old coil? From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 3:51 PM To: Chevelle Forum Subject: [Chevelle-list] Distributer I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my big block 454ci to use in his small block 350ci . aligned rotor with mark I made when removing the origonal distributer (with points) dropped it right it in connected power that was running to old coil to the distributer started but ran rough.I couldnt turn distributer far enough counter clockwise to completly smooth it out.(to be continued ) thought it would drop right in and emediatly run better? looking for some insight. Jimmy.C
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question
Convertible frames are boxed from the factory. The others are not. Where is it rusted out? Do you have it out of the car? From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Daryl S. Davis Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 2:11 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT: frame question I have a 71 442 convertible which I need to find a frame to replace a rusted out existing frame. Could anyone tell me what all GM frames will work in this swap? Thanks Daryl S. Davis Davis Management Inc. 67 Chevelle convertible 71 442 convertible 65 Mustang coupe
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type
A clean one. Copper or aluminum makes little difference if it is the correct size. Flushing the cooling system and replacing a thermostat is a good start. If the hoses are 4 years old replace. If the fan is belt driven make sure it is not slipping. Again if it is a few years old replace. If you have an electric fan put a thermometer in the radiator and see when the fan kicks on. -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Larry Williams Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 10:21 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type I am trying to help my nephew solve cooling problems that have been chronic in his Sunbeam Tiger. What is the most efficient type of radiator? If anyone has a useful link, I would appreciate the help. Larry Williams
[Chevelle-list] Distributer
I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my big block 454ci to use in his small block 350ci . aligned rotor with mark I made when removing the origonal distributer (with points) dropped it right it in connected power that was running to old coil to the distributer started but ran rough.I couldnt turn distributer far enough counter clockwise to completly smooth it out.(to be continued ) thought it would drop right in and emediatly run better? looking for some insight. Jimmy.C
[Chevelle-list] 5.7 L Hemi
For anyone out there that may happen to have a 5.7L Dodge hemi, there is a problem with the valve springs. My '04 with 80K miles swallowed a valve as a result of the valve spring breaking. The good news is Chrysler did stand behind it and paid for all but $500 of the repairs, even though out of warranty. If you are driving hemi of or near this vintage I would suggest having the valve springs upgraded. FYI
[Chevelle-list] OT: frame question
I have a 71 442 convertible which I need to find a frame to replace a rusted out existing frame. Could anyone tell me what all GM frames will work in this swap? Thanks Daryl S. Davis Davis Management Inc. 67 Chevelle convertible 71 442 convertible 65 Mustang coupe
[Chevelle-list] OT: The Best Radiator Type
I am trying to help my nephew solve cooling problems that have been chronic in his Sunbeam Tiger. What is the most efficient type of radiator? If anyone has a useful link, I would appreciate the help. Larry Williams No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.12.4/2081 - Release Date: 04/26/09 09:44:00
