Re: [Chevelle-list] Aluminum Heads..

[BAINEY, WALTER]

Those heads should bolt on but the Intake will be “vortec” style and not our 
vintage style.   Some claims that the vortec heads do not have all the 
accessory bolt holes as vintage iron.  In the handful of vortec headed vehicles 
I have worked on  I haven’t run into any issues.

 

Walt

 

From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John
Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2007 10:47 AM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Aluminum Heads..

 

I'm looking at a set of heads for my 327...Does anyone know if there is a 
website that I can check to see if they will workThey are a aluminum vortec 
style from a Crate motor a buddy of mine has...

John

1966 Malibu

327 4 speed

Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Steering

[BAINEY, WALTER]

 

A more general question

  What is the pressure utilized in the 67-74 GM Saginaw pump?   Or PS
pumps in general (range).

Just a curious question.
Walt 

 

From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Buckingham
Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2007 10:14 AM
To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List'
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Power Steering

 

I put a rebuilt pump on (72 chevelle) and when we started the car, the
pump squeled and the hose vibrated and the wheels went hard to the left.
I have slipped the belt off for now and the steering works without the
assist.

 

I have one old pump but have not had time to swap it on.

 

Any other ideas???

 

Thanks,

 

Jim

Re: [Chevelle-list] Compression Test

[BAINEY, WALTER]

With cam and other difference I don't look specifically for a number but
that they are within 5-10% from Highest to Lowest.  152-155 is nice and
consistant.


  

 

From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johnny Palmer
Sent: Sunday, July 22, 2007 12:23 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Compression Test

 

I did a compression test on my small block 327..all the cylinders turned
up to be very close with the lowest being 152 psi and the highest being
155 psi...I can't find a reference anywhere to see if these numbers are
within specs or are too lowCan anyone help me out..???..My engine is
burning a little bit of oil and I suspect the valve guides are worn but
wanted to do a compression test to check the condition of the rings...

John

66 Malibu

327 4 speed

Re: [Chevelle-list] slow list

[BAINEY, WALTER]

That's what I was thinkingI am changing email addresses in a couple
weeks...Please take it easy on my if my unsubscribe request comes to the
list ;-)

Walt

http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm

 

 

From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 11:22 AM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] slow list

 

Bob,

 

If you are really board.Go on the list and tell them you want
off.

 

You'll have alot of e-mail comming wright at you.

 

Its like setting off a massive firecracker and they will be on you in
seconds.

 

I hope your not down to long.

 

Howard.

 

-- Original message -- 
From: "Bob n Cheri" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 

Thanks guys,

I thought someone may have used the Crafto-Matic on me.

Anyway I'm recouperating from back surgery, sitting at home, and
can't play with my toys.

Bored as heck.

Thanks,

Bob

- Original Message - 

From: John Nasta   

To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net 

Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 8:13 AM

Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject)

 

It just means that everyone's Chevelles & El Caminos are
running  
beautifully and they are out having fun.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: GM 8.875 C-Clip Eliminator 9200

[BAINEY, WALTER]

I don't have specifics but I run Moser axles in my car and hope to help.  It's 
been 12-15yrs so things are fuzzy.

1.  I don't remember thread locker but would use high heat/high strength.  I 
heated my retainer rings with a torch and dropped them down the shaft and into 
place.

2.  I used the axle shaft bolt holes for the backing plate.  Did you cut the 
axle housing off and remove the 4 bolt holes?  If you didn't the holes /bearing 
retainer will line up and work. 

Walt

http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm

-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of tech
Sent: Monday, July 09, 2007 4:56 PM
To: chevelle-list: chevelles.net
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: GM 8.875 C-Clip Eliminator 9200

Any help with Moser C-Clip Eliminators?

I have sent two messages to Moser Engineering about this and haven't heard back 
yet - I'm pressed for time with this customer... Here is a copy of my message 
to Moser  - has anyone here solved the same issue?

I have two issues with the installation of C-Clip Eliminator kit 9200 on a GM 
12-bolt 8.875 axle that need to be resolved before I can continue.

1.) The instruction sheet mentioned adding threadlocker to the axle shaft where 
it will be pressed to the bearing.  What threadlocker do you recommend?  A 
Loctite 200 series threadlocker or 600 series for shaft bonding?

2.) The axle has no backing plates, there is a rear disc brake conversion that 
bolts to the opposite side of the housing flange.  I was hoping you have come 
across this before and had spacers on hand.  I included a drawing of what I 
sent to our fabricator - I hope my measurements are close.  Can you either 
verify if my hole dimensions are correct or forward me a detailed machining 
drawing of the housing end?

Thank you for your help,
:D

G r a n i t e   C i t y   P e r f o r m a n c e
custom engineered competition components

Re: [Chevelle-list] valve tap ?

[BAINEY, WALTER]

Jimmy,
 Also if you have a vacuum guage take a reading to see if you have steady 
vacuum or an intermittent spike high or low.  
Walt


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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; The Chevelle Mailing List 

Sent: Sun Jul 01 11:21:11 2007
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] valve tap ?

Thank you for the info .Ineed all the help I can get. I replaced the PCV same 
tapping noise, I'll time it again and look for vacuume leak ? tahnks again . 
JimmyC.

- Original Message - 
From: tech   
To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List'   
Sent: Saturday, June 30, 2007 1:18 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] valve tap ?

The PCV valve (positive crankcase ventilation) is designed to remove 
the harmful blow-by gases in the crankcase. The PCV valve is designed to have 
"variable flow" which uses manifold vacuum to draw crankcase vapors into the 
intake manifold.  During idle, manifold vacuum is very high and blow-by 
pressure is very low - the pintle inside the valve will retract against a 
spring and only allow a small amount of blow-by to enter the manifold.  If the 
spring pressure is nearly equal to the force on the valve from the vacuum the 
pintle will bounce and make a rattling sound.  This can happen if there is low 
manifold vacuum at idle due to a long duration camshaft or late ignition timing 
- or the spring in the valve wore out.
 
Replace the valve.  You'll pay around $3.00.
 
    Granite City 
Performance 
custom engineered competition components
  
 

 


From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim & 
Chris
Sent: Friday, June 29, 2007 11:04 PM
To: Chevelle Forum
Subject: [Chevelle-list] valve tap ?


I have what sounded like a valve tap,and when I touched the valve cover 
it felt like a rocker arm was tapping against it so I snugged the rockers , 
replaced the valve cover and started the motor it was less noisy . when I 
looked closer I noticed the PCV valve that I had not plugged back in was making 
the tapping noise. I disconnected the PVC from the vacuum hose while the car 
was still running,when I put my thumb over the vacuum hose I noticed the vacuum 
was intermittent causing the PVC to make the tapping noise. What would cause 
the vacuum to fluctuate so rapidly ? I was using the vacuum port on the back of 
the carborator for the PVC. sorry about running on.any advice is appreciated. 
Jimmy C.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Holley or Edelbrock

[BAINEY, WALTER]

One of the drawbacks to a Quadrajet and Edelbrock style carb is fuel
bowl volume.  It is possible to drain the bowl in a high hp application
or limited fuel pump scenario.

 

Walt

http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm

 

From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2007 9:38 AM
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Holley or Edelbrock

 

i heard a Edelbrock carb has the tendency to lean out at higher rpms- i
have not personally proved this but it is what i heard.

Harlan


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Re: [Chevelle-list] Holley or Edelbrock

[BAINEY, WALTER]

The 600 cfm vacuum secondary Holley is the most inconsistant pita carb I have 
worked with.  If you go holley make it a double pumper.   Quadrajets and 
Edelbrocks will work well too.
My .02
Walt

- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
Sent: Sun Jun 24 15:27:42 2007
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Holley or Edelbrock

I know what you mean Howard...My 327 has a mild cam..465 lift 224 duration 
@.050 on both intake and exhaust...headers...roller rockersweiand stealth 
dual plane intake and a couple other small bolt-ons...I know Holleys are good 
once you get them right..but man..I just can't seem to find that spot..I've 
just heard that the Edelbrock is a much more forgiving carb if you know what I 
mean...
John

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 47, Issue 9

[BAINEY, WALTER]

That's what I thought



- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
Sent: Thu Jun 14 15:14:49 2007
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 47, Issue 9

Oh Lord. Here it comes...

Thanks,
Dan Solomon
  

-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Date: Thu, 14 Jun 2007 15:03:35 
To:chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 47, Issue 9


please remove my email address from your list.





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Re: [Chevelle-list] Carb. troubles

[BAINEY, WALTER]

The carb should stall when the idle screws are all the way in.  If it
doesn't then fuel must be leaking in via bad gasket but more likely it
is a blown power valve. 

My $.02 worth of opinion

Walt

 

http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm

 

 



From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johnny Palmer
Sent: Friday, June 01, 2007 5:18 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Carb. troubles

 

Well...I got anouther one for somebody...

I am doing some fine tuning of my carb...a Holley 600 vac.
secondaries..manual choke

I have a vacuum gauge hooked up to manifold vac. to fine tune the idle
mixtures...The funny thing is...I get the best vacuum when both mixture
screws are turned all the way in..I thought when you turn the screws in
it was suppose to kill the engine..Mine actually runs better...

I dunno...

John 

66 Malibu

327 4 speed

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacation May 2-4

[BAINEY, WALTER]

Listserv's normally are set to strip out any Autreplies...
...actually he probably sent it to everyone in his "address" list...and
not via auto reply or the said ad nauseum...   I hope

Walt
http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm


-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dale
Sent: Wednesday, May 02, 2007 2:28 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'The Chevelle Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacation May 2-4

I hope this isn't an automatic reply to list email sent to that address.
If
it is, hopefully everyone won't get one with every message to the list
and
it doesn't get caught in a loop at your mailbox, e.g., your auto reply
gets
sent to your mailbox that generates another auto reply, ad nauseum.

BTW, have a good vacation!

Dale McIntosh
1966/67 Chevelle Reference CDs
ACES #1709/TC GOLD #92

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Sent: Wednesday, May 02, 2007 1:02 PM
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Vacation May 2-4

I will be on vacation May 2-4 and will return to the office on Monday
May 7.

If this can not wait until I return please call the office at
480-894-9490.

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Re: [Chevelle-list] Help bleeding brakes

[BAINEY, WALTER]

A mini vac or power bleeder can make the job faster/easier.  I usually
bench bleed the MC and use the pump/bleed method with 2 folks...a new
empty line can take quite a while to get fluid through it.  A couple
cars I have owned would gravity bleed pretty well (70 Chevelle/79
malibu)  I would fill the MC and crack the bleeders slightly on the line
I replaced.  Sometimes it takes a while...so you might need a snickers
:-)
 
Walt
http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm


-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Malibu
Sent: Friday, April 20, 2007 5:50 AM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Help bleeding brakes

I use a vacuum pump. They're great and it's a one man operation. Check
it 
out here. Unfortunately, I paid full price.
http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP7835-Vacuum-Brake-Bleed/dp/B0007VT4RC
- Original Message - 
From: "Michael Pell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "ChevelleList" 
Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2007 8:59 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Help bleeding brakes


>I replaced the MC and and brake lines, and can't get any fluid to flow 
>through the lines.
> I did successfully bleed the MC seperately, so I know that part is 
> working.
>
> I even , gulp, read the directions.  Open the bleeder open on the
brake 
> pedal downstroke, close it before brake pedal gets to the bottom.
> I can hear and see the air moving a bit in the clear hose from the
bleeder 
> to the cup .
>
> Any tips on how to get the fluid down the lines?
> Thanks,
> Mike
>
> -- 
> --
>  I would rather live my life as if there is a God, and die to find out

> there isn't, Than live my
>  life as if there isn't, And die to find out there is. -Blaise Pascal
>  Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com
>  TREMEC Distributor at http://www.5speedTransmissions.com
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Re: [Chevelle-list] auto trans fluid

[BAINEY, WALTER]

A long time ago a trany builder suggest Type F to me as better fluid
with more "Sticking" power.  I usually run it in my TH350 and Th400's.
On my 95 Silverado I use the factory called for fluid.

 

One thing that has always struck my funny is using Dextron/mercon in
ford T5 stick shift trannies.  Just seems weird not using a thick (gear)
lube

 

W

http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm

 



From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 3:00 PM
To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Subject: [Chevelle-list] auto trans fluid

 

does anyone use ford type fluid in their chevelle automatics Th400,
TH350? i heard it had more grip than the gm fluid

 

Harlan







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Re: [Chevelle-list] Tension from springs on upper front controlarms?

[BAINEY, WALTER]

If the tire is on the ground there isn't pressure pushing up on the
upper control arm...  But when you remove the upper attaching point
things can go wrong.  I know many folks that use the jack/floor method
to remove springs.  Just be careful as the springs/weight of car is very
unforgiving.  Hopefully someone will chime in with a detailed process on
how to do this properly.   

 

I have used spring compressors to take some of the danger factor out of
this process.

 

W  

 



From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Pelle
Andersson
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 2:47 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Tension from springs on upper front
controlarms?

 

Yes the lower control arm pulls the upper control arm down but there's
no

counter force pulling the upper control arm in the opposite direction!?

In other words, the upper control arm follows the lower and if the lower

control arm is fixed (resting on the tire or on a floor jack) so is the
upper!?

Unless one lets the lower control arm hang on the upper via the caliper?

 

I won't touch anything unles I'm 110% sure!!!

 

Pelle

- Original Message ----- 

    From: BAINEY, WALTER <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>  

To: The Chevelle Mailing List
<mailto:chevelle-list@chevelles.net>  

Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 8:05 PM

Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Tension from springs on upper front
controlarms?

 

STOP

 

 

There is pressure everywhere in there.  Take a look at how
things are connected.  The spindle connects the upper/lower control
arms.  I won't go into more detail on how to take them off safely
because they can be dangerous.

 

Ask a How To and folks with better verbage than I will respond.
Spring compressors are a nice tool to use to keep yourself safe.

 


Walt

 





From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Pelle
Andersson
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 1:45 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Tension from springs on upper front
control arms?

 

Hi!

 

Is there any tension from the springs on the upper "a-arms" ?

i.e. can I remove them without removing the springs?

As far as I can see all tension/weight is on the lower control
arm?

 

I need to change the bushings :-/

 

Pelle

Re: [Chevelle-list] Tension from springs on upper front control arms?

[BAINEY, WALTER]

STOP

 

 

There is pressure everywhere in there.  Take a look at how things are
connected.  The spindle connects the upper/lower control arms.  I won't
go into more detail on how to take them off safely because they can be
dangerous.

 

Ask a How To and folks with better verbage than I will respond.  Spring
compressors are a nice tool to use to keep yourself safe.

 


Walt

 



From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Pelle
Andersson
Sent: Wednesday, April 04, 2007 1:45 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Tension from springs on upper front control
arms?

 

Hi!

 

Is there any tension from the springs on the upper "a-arms" ?

i.e. can I remove them without removing the springs?

As far as I can see all tension/weight is on the lower control arm?

 

I need to change the bushings :-/

 

Pelle

Re: [Chevelle-list] Injection

[BAINEY, WALTER]

I've used several but most were old school including Holley Projection.
They worked well but newer table/sensor driven models are superior.
I've started on a Megasquirt install on a new daily driver project (non
chevelle).   David Studly on this list installed one on his vintage
Chevy. (haven't seen him on here in a while)

W 

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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of D.R. Jones
Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 6:46 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Injection

Has anyone on the list had any experience with the
aftermarket fuel injection systems?  Thinking about
putting one on my 72 Monte Carlo with the 330hp 350
crate engine.  Not sure which one to go with.

D.R. Jones

Re: [Chevelle-list] REMOVE ME FROM THIS LIST!!!!!!!

[BAINEY, WALTER]

LOL  Yes...that would each him !!!   

-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Karl Groves
Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2007 11:52 AM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'The Chevelle Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] REMOVE ME FROM THIS LIST!!!

A proper April 1st response would be for the mods to remove him. ;-)

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> Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2007 10:25 AM
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> 
> You ARE kidding, right?
> 
> -Original Message-
> >From: Michael Pell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >Sent: Apr 1, 2007 8:48 AM
> >To: The Chevelle Mailing List 
> >Subject: [Chevelle-list] REMOVE ME FROM THIS LIST!!!
> >
> >ARRRGGH!!
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> MASNO 
> >MAS
> >
> >
> >--
> >  I would rather live my life as if there is a God, and die 
> to find out 
> >there isn't, Than live my
> >  life as if there isn't, And die to find out there is. 
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> >  
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> >  Team Chevelle member #1778 (Gold),  ACES member #1377  
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> >
> >
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> 
> 
> 

Re: [Chevelle-list] big block headers

[BAINEY, WALTER]

It moves the pipes around.  My hookers fit but the slight move at the
head changed things and spots on top that were tight weren't and I had
to ding one of my wrap around the frame pipes.  With the taller valve
covers and valve cover rails I had to move the master cylinder booster
to the side when I adjusted the valves.  About 2 years of that and I
sold the heads off.  Went back to worked iron 781 oval ports.  Enough of
that ramble..

Good luck on your quest.  If a pipe is only slightly touching you can
ding them.  If hitting badly it is possible you received a bad set or
misboxed set.  Is there a part number stamped in the header?

Walt
http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/CHEVELLE.htm
 

-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of william yetman
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 5:15 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] big block headers

yes they are raised, but i talked to worldcastings and they said it was
not 
enough to make a difference.
- Original Message - 
From: "BAINEY, WALTER" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" 
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 8:49 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] big block headers


Do the Merlin heads you are running have raised exhaust ports?  I ran
some Brodix heads that created a couple issues due to the Exhaust port
being raised.

Hopefully Jimmy C's pics may shed some light and help you.

Walt


-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of william yetman
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 9:17 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] big block headers

Hello again,
I have a 72 chevelle ss 454 BB I tried to put my Headman headers (part #

66002)on and found they hit the airconditioning box. I have Merlin
heads,
they have D shaped exhaust ports, so I need the primary tubes to be at
least
2". Does anybody know what will fit? They do not need to be Headman
although
they look great!

Thanks
 Bill

Re: [Chevelle-list] big block headers

[BAINEY, WALTER]

Do the Merlin heads you are running have raised exhaust ports?  I ran
some Brodix heads that created a couple issues due to the Exhaust port
being raised.

Hopefully Jimmy C's pics may shed some light and help you.  

Walt


-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of william yetman
Sent: Sunday, March 18, 2007 9:17 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] big block headers

Hello again,
I have a 72 chevelle ss 454 BB I tried to put my Headman headers (part #

66002)on and found they hit the airconditioning box. I have Merlin
heads, 
they have D shaped exhaust ports, so I need the primary tubes to be at
least 
2". Does anybody know what will fit? They do not need to be Headman
although 
they look great!

Thanks
 Bill 

Re: [Chevelle-list] Dyno Results

[BAINEY, WALTER]

Devin,

 That is a good outing!  And driving it home is even better.  

Congrats

Walt

 



From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Devin
Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2007 11:55 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Dyno Results

 

This was an interesting experience for me.  I had not previously dyno'd
anything, ever.  I was not able to make any adjustments on the spot as I
had wanted due to a clearance issue, but I did get one good pull to use
as a baseline.  The first 3 pulls were done back to back, and afterward
we were checking the computer and the ignition reference wires had
vibrated off of the coil, so the first 3 were useless.  My right slick
was rubbing on the tailpipe with my car tied down on the dyno, so after
my 4th pull we actually had some numbers.  I wasn't able to go any
further however.

 

Both horsepower and torque were very nice smooth curves, with a max hp
of 423.1 at 5600 and 455.9 ft/lb at 4300.  Fuel curve didn't get close
to 14:1 until 4700 rpm.  It started out at 18.2:1 at 3000.  I'll take
care of this before I go back for more pulls with a different cam on the
accelerator pump.  I may have to do some jetting changes as well, but
it's pretty good in the upper range so I think the jetting is fairly
close.

 

Devin 


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[Chevelle-list] Guess RE: Dyno Time

[BAINEY, WALTER]

Good Luck Devin,

 I am guessing 365 RWHP @ 6300

 

Good Luck
Walt

 



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Sent: Wednesday, March 07, 2007 10:25 PM
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Subject: [Chevelle-list] Dyno Time

 

I'm finally going to get my 64 on the chassis dyno tomorrow evening to
get timing, jetting etc dialed in and check the actual power curve.

 

Anybody want to guess the actual output at the rear wheels?

 

454, .030 over

9.5:1 JE pistons

1971 LS6 heads, no port work

Comp cams 292XR cam, .660 lift intake .666 lift exhaust, 254/260 dur at
.050

Victor Jr intake, 1000cfm Demon carb

2" primary, 3.5" collector Hooker headers, open

 

I'll post actual numbers when I get home tomorrow.

 

Devin


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