Re: [Chevelle-list] floor pans
Jim, I'm in the middle of a frame off on my '65 convertible too. I did just what you're talking about in the trunk floor. I figured it to be good for sound deadening I liked the non-skid finish for the occasional time when I have to haul something.I sealed everything with epoxy primer seam sealer then rolled on 3 coats it came out great. I've been debating about what to do under the carpet since I'm just about ready to replace the front driver's floor pan section myself. Dean Vandergriff From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim H. Thompson Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2008 8:25 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] floor pans I have a 65 Malibu SS convertible. The car is gutted. What does everyone think about using truck bed roll on liner on the floor pans vs Lizard Skin or Dyno mat? American Chevelle Enthusiasts Society #03198 Team Chevelle #4424 http://picasaweb.google.com/JimThompsonCC/65MalibuSS02 http://www.jimhthompson.com image001.jpg
Re: [Chevelle-list] Owning a convertible
Owning both, also 65's, the only possible downsides that I can think of are: Cold in the winter No rear shelf for speakers The upside: It's a convertible. Put the top down for your test drive you'll be grinning probably won't want to get out of it. Do crawl into the trunk look at the rain gutter system. Also roll down the rear windows use a flashlight to look at that part of the gutters too. Mine had a little rot in the trunk area along the seams, but it's pretty easy to access nobody can see it without crawling in on their backs to look at it. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Pell Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 3:51 PM To: HSCA Yahoo Group; ChevelleList Subject: [Chevelle-list] Owning a convertible I've found a '65 Chevelle convertible that I'm interested in. I've never owned a convertible . For those of you who have had a convertible, what are some of the upsides and dowsides to a convertible vs a hard top? Thoughts and opinions are appreciated. Thanks, Mike -- -- Consider what changes you will vote for: From B. Hussein Barack's book, Audacity of Hope: I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction. And ugly it would be Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com TREMEC Distributor at http://www.5speedTransmissions.com Team Chevelle member #1778 (Gold), ACES member #1377 Hoosier State Chevelle Assoc (http://www.IndianaChevelles.com) #6
Re: [Chevelle-list] Is there really a high flow water pump?
I'm coming into this one a little late, but are you boiling over or just seeing elevated temps on the gauge? If you're not boiling over I wouldn't worry too much.My 454 with flex fan, no shroud ran consistently at 180 idling would jump up to 200 pretty quickly, but it never boiled over.If you check your gauge 15 minutes after you shut the car off you'll likely be scared by the temp that you see that happens every time you shut it off.But again, if it's not puking coolant all over the ground don't sweat it too much. Just my .02, or is that .06 worth at today's rates :-) Dean Vandergriff From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Rightler Sent: Saturday, May 31, 2008 10:46 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Is there really a high flow water pump? A 160 thermostat won't fix anything. It's overheating because the temp of the coolant is higher than that of the thermostat at all times menaing it's staying open and coolant is not staying in the radiator to cool down. There is a such thing as running too cold. Flex fans are junk...period. They flow LESS air then the RPMs are in the mid range. You should be running a 180-185 thermostat in a 402 along with a 19 7 blade clutch fan and the correct fan shroud. GM engineered this for a reason...it works. I have a stock cooling system on my 70 SS 454 and never have overheating problems with it. Another thing that comes into play in this situation that alot of people don't realize is the size of the water pump pulley. Does it have the correct one on it? Another water pump won't fix anything if the pulley is the problem. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor - Original Message - From: Trooper mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; The Chevelle Mailing List mailto:chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, May 31, 2008 9:01 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Is there really a high flow water pump? Dropping the temp of your thermostat will not affect an overheating problem. - Original Message - From: Jim H. Thompson mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' mailto:chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, May 30, 2008 6:53 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Is there really a high flow water pump? Test show that if you have the proper capacity radiator that copper vs aluminum is a break even. Go to a 160 thermostat, flush the block, make sure your hoses are not collapsing inside (do not take out that bottom spring). Test the pressure of your radiator cap that's important for your over flow system. If you have a clutch fan replace with an aluminum flex fan. Make sure your fan blades come to the back lip of your shroud. Jim From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of tabius barrett Sent: Friday, May 30, 2008 2:42 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Is there really a high flow water pump? Hello all...I have a 71 SS 402 and I am still fighting the summer time over-heat monster. I plan to order an aluminum radiator soon but I remember someone telling me that the so-called high flow water pumps are no better than a standard water pump. My overheating seems to really occur at idle (stop light, traffic, etc.). So here is the question: Has anyone really found a high-flow water pump for my car and if so, where can i get it and how much? Also, do you think the aluminum radiator will help? Thanks, tbDallas Keep your kids safer online with Windows Live Family Safety. Help protect your kids. http://www.windowslive.com/family_safety/overview.html?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_W L_Refresh_family_safety_052008 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.524 / Virus Database: 269.24.4/1475 - Release Date: 5/30/2008 2:53 PM
[Chevelle-list] 65 sheetmetal parts
Does anybody know if they reproduce the piece that goes between the trunk lid the bumper?If so, what is this called if not, what have some of you guys done to repair this area? Thanks! Dean Vandergriff
Re: [Chevelle-list] Trunk Floors
Since I'm doing quarters outer wheelhouses at the same time, I've removed one side will slide the trunk pieces in from the side first, while the body is still on the frame. The center of the trunk floor itself was pretty bad, but the braces the tank look to be in great shape. Mike is correct in that there doesn't appear to be a one piece rrunk available for the 64/67 cars. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johann Grobler Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 12:23 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Trunk Floors What if you remove the body, insert the floorpan, refit to chassis and then do the assembly. It appears to me that by holding the body on the chassis, the chassis acts as a Jig to ensure correct fitment and alignment. Johann Grobler From Darkest Africa. - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 5:17 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Trunk Floors I have heard that you can't install the full trunk pan while the body is on the frame. It doesn't fit through the top and you can't work around the frame rails underneath either. I have never tried it myself. Quoting Mike Holleman [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I believe Dean said his car is a 65 Convertible. There are no one piece trunks made that I am aware of for the 64/67 Abodys. And Dean, never try to replace any body panel, including floor pans and trunks without the body sitting on the chassis. When I do a frame off, I do all the body panels first while still on the chassis. I will save most of the underside welding for the rotissorie. Mike Holleman
[Chevelle-list] Trunk Floors
I'm in the process of a frame off project on my '65 convertible need to order a trunk floor.Anyone have any opinion on the best trunk kit for the money? Thanks, Dean Vandergriff
Re: [Chevelle-list] 700R4 shifting
I've got a powerglide column in one of my 65's it will shift through all 4 gears too. Dean Vandergriff --Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Bradley Sent: Thursday, September 27, 2007 2:54 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Cc: Dave Benjamin Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 700R4 shifting Dave i've got a 2 speed column in my 67, it was shifting all the way thru the gears on my TH350, i had a local tranny shop build and install a 700R4 and i'm still shifting thru all the gears on my column, you may want to switch to a lokar column shift linkage. Bill Bradley 67 Chevelle Malibu http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/chevellerestoration/ 71 Triumph Spitfire 82 Chevy C-10 Dave Benjamin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just picked up a 700R4 to replace my 350 Turbo in my 1968 Beaumont. Currently RPM too high on highways. Is there any way to get a 2spd column to shift all the gears. It can just do the 3spd now, but 1st is hard to get. Thank you for all input. Also found the shifter cable thread handy. Taking time to beat on the classics. http://youtube.com/watch?v=SNdBR56AIO4 Thanks Again Dave Ingersoll,Ontario My Web Site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/
Re: [Chevelle-list] '65 Chevelle 12 bolt
Jon, Where are you located? Dean Vandergriff From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jon Vore Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2007 10:37 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] '65 Chevelle 12 bolt I have a '65 Chevelle 12 bolt I am wanting to sell. It is complete except for one drum. It is coded CW which is 3.31:1 non-posi although I have not checked the internals. $695 + shipping. I have pics if anyone is interested.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ancient History
Mitch, I remember you from the old days. I signed on sometime in early '97. Glad to see that you kept the cars. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Barrie Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 9:57 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Ancient History Brad Waller recently tracked me down and invited me to rejoin the Chevelle List. Some of you may remember me as the fellow who started the Chevelle List in October of 1996. I have two 1966 Chevelles: an El Camino and a Malibu convertible. During the late nineties they were my daily drivers. For the last six years they have both been sitting in pieces waiting for me to complete their restorations. I have my own business now making shotgun parts, but this year I hope to get back to my Chevelles and get them running again. There is so much I have forgotten about these cars, I hope this mailing list comes in handy. Mitch
[Chevelle-list] Painting question/ Opinion Poll
I'm finally getting around to painting my '65 ragtop. What's the current trend or opinion about the color of the firewall, fenderwells, core support? Body color or black? Keep in mind that originality is not an issue on this one. Thanks for the input! Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop
Re: [Chevelle-list] off topic garage lighting
Harlan, I do lighting design work for a fluorescent fixture manufacturer. There is more than one type of both T12 T8 lamps. If your friend is using an F96T12HO lamp, two of them have a system wattage of 216 watts around 9000 lumens per lamp. F96T12 slimline is actually a 75 watt lamp with a system wattage of 158 around 6300 lumens per lamp. These are both 8, T12 lamps my wattage figures are based on magnetic ballasts (most likely for older fixtures). Incidentally, both of these lamp types are rated for 12000 hours per lamp. T8 slimline lamps are a 59 watt lamp have a system wattage for two lamps of 110 watts, are rated at 5950 lumens per lamp, a 20,000 hour life. The 86 watt T8 HO has a system wattage of 160 watts, 8200 lumens per lamp, 18,000 hour life. The 4, 32 watt T8 lamp is rated for 20,000 hour life you can operate 4 of them on a single ballast at 114 watts 2950 lumens each. All of my figures for the T8 lamps are based on solid state, electronic ballasts. Four of these is a good replacement for two of the 8ft, T8 slimline lamps. You can get the same light output at about the same energy cost youre buying a less expensive lamp thats easier to store dispose of since its only a 4 lamp. Bottom line, be sure of what youre comparing. You could replace T12HO with T8 slimline fixtures save about 50% on electricity, but then youd only end up with about 2/3 of the light that you started with. Regards, Dean Vandergriff Applications Manager H.E. Williams, Inc. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 03, 2006 12:25 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] off topic garage lighting hi wondering if there are any electricians out there who know if this is true, a salesman told my friend he could switch his fluorescent lights from a T12 to a T8 type of light and he could save $1179.00 a year on his light bill and have more light with the same ammt of fixtures (13). I priced the fixtures out and they are 24.00 more per light (twin 8' tube) or 6.00 more per light for a 4-tube- 4' bulblight. I need about 90 of them for my shop so the cost on the light fixtures would be a lot more, but if this savings on lighting bills is true maybe it would be worth it?? (my friend owns a small muffler shop so the lights are on at least 8 hours a day). they claim the wattage on his fixtures are 490, and the new fixtures are 166. thanks for the help. Harlan
Re: [Chevelle-list] BB Electric Fan Tenp Switch
How about connecting the fans to switched power so they can only come on with the key on? Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry Williams Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2006 3:31 PM To: Chevelle List Subject: [Chevelle-list] BB Electric Fan Tenp Switch I have dual fans on my BB with a temp sensor in the alum head. The sensor is set at 190 to activate. Currently at this time of year the fans do not come on while the car is moving, but when I shut it off the sensor will read a higher temp in the Alum head and start one fan and run for about 9 min. I'm considering installing a higher temp sensor to prevent the fan from running while the engine is off. Of course this will effect running temps by making the fans come on at a higher temp. How high of a temp would you guys allow the motor to get to before the fan come on. I can run one or two fans manually if I chose while driving Larry Williams. -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.7.1/347 - Release Date: 5/24/2006
[Chevelle-list] Corvair, not Chevelle
Due to a recent death in the family I have a Corvair that I need to sell. I would love to keep finish it but time space just wont allow it. The car is a 65 convertible with the 140hp motor with 4 carbs, a powerglide, electric top, a clear title. I spent more than a few hours cruising around in this one. The car has been completely disassembled, suspension parts have been sandblasted, metal prepped, painted with POR15. Inside the wheelwells floorboard have been cleaned coated with the POR too. Quite a bit of the body work is done, one rear quarter remains to be welded on. Everything is there there are some new parts too. We are in SW Missouri (Carthage). If anyone is interested, contact me off-list Ill get some good digital pictures for you. Well entertain all offers. Thanks, Dean Vandergriff
Re: [Chevelle-list] '65 door question
Thanks to all that took a few minutes to answer this. I thought the doors would interchange, but did not know that the glass hardware was different. Dean From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry Shouse Sent: Friday, April 21, 2006 5:29 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] '65 door question The interchange manual says: right p/n 4492506 left p/n 4492507 usage: 1964-65 Chevelle two-door hardtop or convertible notes: When swapping from hardtop to convertible, glass and all hardware must be removed and replaced with convertible components. Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Friday, April 21, 2006 5:13 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] '65 door question According to my Chevrolet parts book, same door is called for on 64/65 Malibu 2-dr meaning any Malibu hardtop or convertible I would assume. Odd they only show a replacement door for the left hand side. ? Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 ChevelleReference CD http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dean Vandergriff Sent: Friday, April 21, 2006 3:36 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] '65 door question Were about to start in on painting my ragtop, finally. I have a door that I would like to replace or re-skin. Do any of the gurus on the list know if the hardtop door will interchange with the convertible? Thanks, Dean Vandergriff
[Chevelle-list] '65 door question
Were about to start in on painting my ragtop, finally. I have a door that I would like to replace or re-skin. Do any of the gurus on the list know if the hardtop door will interchange with the convertible? Thanks, Dean Vandergriff
Re: [Chevelle-list] Why I love West Texas -.
SW Missouri is about the same. Yesterday is was 66 at 7:30 am when I got the bike out for the trip to work. Last night at 5 pm it was 29 when I headed home. What is the wind chill at 75 mph? Dean Vandergriff From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Schaefer Sent: Friday, February 17, 2006 11:02 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Why I love West Texas -. Yesterday was a perfect day, no wind high of 86 degrees, (insert gratuitous chevelle fact here) I got the walk door windows installed in my garage. Today wind is blowin 30MPH and the high will be 35 degrees. Where else can you get such variety in life G ??
RE: [Chevelle-list] Classic Auto Air Group Purchase
Gary, Id like to see instructions for a 65 with factory AC. Thanks, Dean Vandergriff From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hillebrenner Sent: Tuesday, June 14, 2005 10:41 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Classic Auto Air Group Purchase My partner and I are offering the Perfect Fit A/C system from Classic Auto Air for $995 thru July 31st. That is a $100 discount from the factory pricing. We'll need a minimum of 10 orders for the discounted pricing. If you are not familiar with Classic Air check out the systems at www.classicautoair.com Classic systems are designed specifically for each model and year and is the only supplier to offer a kit to fit 70 -72. All of the systems utilize the factory heater controls to control the A/C and Heat functions and the system has a true dehumidified defrost cycle. There are some other significant advantages to the Classic system. First is the fact that other vendors only have one coil under the dash. That coil is split and part is used for cooling and the rest is for the heater, maybe 2/3's cool and 1/3 heat. The result is less cooling capacity because there is less surface area to do the heat transfer. This will be particularly noticeable in a car as big as the Chevelle, probably wouldn't notice in a 2 seat street rod. Classic uses a separate coil for each function, like the OEM setups. The higher surface area allows more air to be cooled to a lower temperature much faster. The result is being able to cool the inside of a larger car much quicker and handle the cooling chores better on those 95 degree days. The other issue with the single coil is the possibility of freezing up the heater, cracking the coil and leaking antifreeze into the interior. The farther South you go the less need to run higher ratios of antifreeze as the chance of really cold weather is slim compared to the North, combine that with a low refrigerant charge and the evaporator will freeze up, breaking the heater core. Then to add insult to injury, many of the suitcase's are sealed and can't be serviced. It will have to be sent back to the factory or just totally replaced if out of warranty. The suitcase that Classic builds can be disassembled and serviced if need be, for the price of the O ring that seals the two halves together. Classic uses an extruded nylon shaft for all of the damper and air doors in the suitcase used to direct the air flow. Others use plastic doors with a steel wire shaft, these have a tendency to rust and stick after 5 or 6 years, and because the case is sealed, they can't be fixed. Under Dash Unit Engine Compartment The Perfect Fit system comes with everything (nuts, bolts, screws, ducting, dash bezels, firewall block off plates, wire harness, suitcase, compressor, compressor bracket, evaporator, drier, hoses, even rubber grommets for the radiator support). One other nice touch is the supplied adapters to hook up the defroster duct to the suitcase, other suppliers leave that up to you to figure out. The only thing you supply is the freon, drive belt and crank pulley. If your planning on keeping your car for a number of years and really want an AC system that works better than the factory unit and provides 20 - 30% more cooling capacity than many of the other vendors, the Classic system is by far the better choice. Classic makes kits for all years of Chevelle, Camaro, Nova, Impala, Corvette , Tri-Fives and trucks as well as older Mustangs and Mopars. These kits were designed for non-A/C cars, but are now available for some original A/C cars. Let me know if your interested. It usually takes about two weeks to put all the components together and ship and there are some optional items like polished compressors and driers. Just ask! __ GARY 71 SS 454 71 Malibu Convertible T.C. Gold #56 ACES #2412 G.A.C.C. #027
[Chevelle-list] Dash wiring
I'M wanting to switch my '65 dash over from lights to gauges. Somewhere I've got a couple of sets of salvage yard gauges that I've had for years. If memory serves me correctly I can put my gas gauge in the new cluster the oil pressure is mechanical... I know the temp sensor will need changed, but what about the wiring for the temp alt gauges? Is there any way I can check the gauges before I get the dash disassembled? Thanks, Dean Vandergriff
RE: [Chevelle-list] Age of the Chevelle owners
I Just turned 40 a couple of weeks ago. Ive had my 65 hardtop since 1979 my 65 convertible since 1997. My 12 year old is eyeballing them both now I may have to go through the hardtop with her in mind! Dean Vandergriff image001.jpg
RE: [Chevelle-list] For a living...
For 20 years now Ive worked as an applications engineer for a fluorescent lighting manufacturer. My group works with end users doing lighting design specifying which types of fixtures to use. I just turned 40 2 weeks ago have owned my 65 hardtop since I was 14. My wife likes to give me grief about it but I remind her that Ive had it longer than her. My 65 ragtop was my daily driver until the 454 wore out. It has a fresh 402 w/ 700r4 this time will soon move back to its role as daily transportation. Dean Vandergriff Applications Manager H.E. Williams, Inc.
RE: [Chevelle-list] want a 327 -- was looking fro a carb
If you go this route Id look at balancing the motor. The 307 piston is a smaller bore therefore a much lighter piston than the 327 used. The crank will have had fairly large holes drilled in its counterweights to lighten it up back when GM assembled it as a 307. I learned this one by accident many years ago. Dean From: Dave Studly [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2005 1:59 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] want a 327 -- was looking fro a carb Find a 350 block and a 307 crankshaft. Thatll give you a 327. People seem to give away 307s, so it shouldnt be too tough to get one cheap or free. -Dave From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2005 1:53 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] looking fro a carb 2 barrel carb i really want a 327 engine but i can't find one
RE: [Chevelle-list] want a 327 -- was looking fro a carb
I actually had a friend that was balancing it for me we caught it ahead of time. This was the first time he had run across that combination too. My 327 was bored .040 over so things would have been worse yet. He said it would have run but vibration would have been extreme. He ended up welding up the holes in my crank to add weight things worked fine. I ran the combination in my 65 hardtop with a 4 spd 9 posi with 3.70 gears. It ran very strong would turn 7200 rpm in the first three gears. I ran it for years then sold it my brother. He rebuilt it put it in a 66 Impala convertible. Dean From: Dave Studly [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2005 3:48 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] want a 327 -- was looking fro a carb I was wondering about that, because Ive heard of this in regard to 305 and 350 cranks, that they shouldnt be interchanged for that very reason. What was the end result with what you did? Vibrate like crazy, or just run poorly ? -Dave From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dean Vandergriff Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2005 3:09 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] want a 327 -- was looking fro a carb If you go this route Id look at balancing the motor. The 307 piston is a smaller bore therefore a much lighter piston than the 327 used. The crank will have had fairly large holes drilled in its counterweights to lighten it up back when GM assembled it as a 307. I learned this one by accident many years ago. Dean From: Dave Studly [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2005 1:59 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] want a 327 -- was looking fro a carb Find a 350 block and a 307 crankshaft. Thatll give you a 327. People seem to give away 307s, so it shouldnt be too tough to get one cheap or free. -Dave From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 09, 2005 1:53 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] looking fro a carb 2 barrel carb i really want a 327 engine but i can't find one
RE: [Chevelle-list] th700R4
I went with the lockup converter in mine. BM makes a speed sensor kit that mounts in the speedo cable. It reads the speed of the cable has a variable setting to let you dial in the lock-up to any speed you want. Once you set it the first time it will lock unlock automatically. Dean Vandergriff Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, February 02, 2005 12:08 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] th700R4 I'm running a 700R4 in my BMW SBC project.http://www.personal.kent.edu/~wbainey/BMW.htm I went with the NON-lockup converter based on the rebuilders recommendations. It works fine for me but I would imagine if I would have gone with the Lockup and a manual switch gas mileage would have gone up a few MPG if I could keep my foot out of it. Walt - Original Message - From: Wayne [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wednesday, February 2, 2005 1:01 pm Subject: [Chevelle-list] th700R4 I am gathering parts from my up coming street rod Project. 38 chevy coupe. I have a 700 R4 in my 65 Elky and like it . I stoped at the local HP trans builder. and we talked about what I wanted...He suggested a 89 later with all the transgo stuff HD sun shell 39 sprag and 13 vane pump.. ect But also said In his opnion He would prefer I use a NONE lock up converter with the none lock up valve and none lock up converter... 2000-2300 RPM none lock up converter and modified to run full fluid/oil flow in 4th gear. This will go behind a ZZ4 350 with the LT1 hot Cam (395 HP and 425 ftlb tourque) 9 ford .370 rear and 3300 LB aprox. Any feedback on the None lockup VS Lock up ? Wayne ACES 1556 TC 186 Ps I use the TCI scheme lock up with a vacumn switch on the elky..
[Chevelle-list] Alternator wiring
Guys, I need a little help. I pulled the plug-in connector out of the back of my alternator last night the 40 year old plastic fell apart in my hand. I need to patch something up to get the car to a friends shop dont know which wire plugs onto which post. My car is a 65 with an external regulator setup so theres a blue wire a black with white stripe. If youre staring at the back of the alternator the tab on the missing plug is supposed to go toward the top of the hole, which wire goes to which side? Thanks, Dean Vandergriff
RE: [Chevelle-list] Big Block in a '65
Phil, I've tried both couldn't tell much difference. Eventually both would level out about the same. The heater works great though! I would have thought the aluminum heads would help your SBC's cooling. I'm considering buying a set for my next BBC for that reason along with the weight savings. I'm also going to switch to electric fans. I think my fan was probably my weak link. I was running an older GM flex fan since I don't have clearance for a clutch fan. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2004 5:58 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Big Block in a '65 Dean: Just curious. What thermostat were you running at 190-225. A 180? Did you change to a 160 during the warmer months? I've got a built SB and have to switch back forth. The 160 runs about 170 normal and around 210 if caught in traffic. The 180 will run around 190 and push 225+ in traffic. That makes me nervous. This is not a daily driver. But sometimes to shows home you just get caught. It happens!! Just wondering what your experiences are since you mentioned cooling problems. Just a note-running Edelbrock aluminum heads on my SB. Always looking for advice ideas re cooling. Thanks. Phil G. 65 SS ACES #555 MCC #36 TC #1766 VCCA LGC AMCA In a message dated 3/9/2004 5:57:03 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Charles, I did this to my '65 ragtop. I bought a used '70 LS5 in 1997 drove it daily until a short time ago. I broke a valve spring the timing chain is getting way too loose. It's parked at the moment I'm looking at a rebuild but that's another story. For motor mounts I just bought a set for a '66 big block from the local AutoZone. (They couldn't find a listing for a '65 since the Z16's are so scarce.) This sat on the small block frame mounts with no problem. My original springs worked for about a month then they started settling. I've since put a full Hotchkis suspension under the car to cure this. My combination was fairly simple drivability was great. I made several long road trips with it. The only pitfall I ever ran into was cooling. If you can, come up with a complete short water-pump setup. Otherwise fan clearance is tight. I ran the long water pump because I have everything for my AC power steering didn't want to change it. With a new 4-row radiator my setup ran 190+ at all times. When I stopped in a drive through or got caught in traffic it would shoot up to 225 but always came back down again once I was moving. Feel free to ask if I can answer anything else. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: 65ss.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2004 4:28 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Big Block in a '65 Ok, if anyone read my post about compression, then everyone realizes that I need to rebuild my poor 350. I think I found a big block completely built within my budget. Since my car is missing the original engine anyway, I figure a big block won't make it drop value. Anyway... ...my question is this. What would I need to do for engine mounts to put a big block in my '65? I've never did a sbc/bbc swap before. Also, when I look up spring part numbers for the '65 it sometimes says the same part number for both the sbc, and bbc engines. Will the stock springs support a bbc? I plan on replacing them at a later date when I upgrade with the Global West stuff, but would like to know if I can get away with it for now. Also, if anyone has done this before in a 65, please feel free to let me know what pitfalls lie ahead. Thanks Charles www.65ss.com Phil G. 65 SS
RE: [Chevelle-list] Big Block in a '65
Charles, I did this to my '65 ragtop. I bought a used '70 LS5 in 1997 drove it daily until a short time ago. I broke a valve spring the timing chain is getting way too loose. It's parked at the moment I'm looking at a rebuild but that's another story. For motor mounts I just bought a set for a '66 big block from the local AutoZone. (They couldn't find a listing for a '65 since the Z16's are so scarce.) This sat on the small block frame mounts with no problem. My original springs worked for about a month then they started settling. I've since put a full Hotchkis suspension under the car to cure this. My combination was fairly simple drivability was great. I made several long road trips with it. The only pitfall I ever ran into was cooling. If you can, come up with a complete short water-pump setup. Otherwise fan clearance is tight. I ran the long water pump because I have everything for my AC power steering didn't want to change it. With a new 4-row radiator my setup ran 190+ at all times. When I stopped in a drive through or got caught in traffic it would shoot up to 225 but always came back down again once I was moving. Feel free to ask if I can answer anything else. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: 65ss.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, March 09, 2004 4:28 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Big Block in a '65 Ok, if anyone read my post about compression, then everyone realizes that I need to rebuild my poor 350. I think I found a big block completely built within my budget. Since my car is missing the original engine anyway, I figure a big block won't make it drop value. Anyway... ...my question is this. What would I need to do for engine mounts to put a big block in my '65? I've never did a sbc/bbc swap before. Also, when I look up spring part numbers for the '65 it sometimes says the same part number for both the sbc, and bbc engines. Will the stock springs support a bbc? I plan on replacing them at a later date when I upgrade with the Global West stuff, but would like to know if I can get away with it for now. Also, if anyone has done this before in a 65, please feel free to let me know what pitfalls lie ahead. Thanks Charles www.65ss.com
RE: [Chevelle-list] (no subject)
Title: Message Phil, What kind of shape is it in do you have any idea what shipping to SW Missouri would run? Dean Vandergriff -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Wednesday, November 26, 2003 1:31 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) I have a 1965 Lt. side full quarter panel $100.00 + shipping Phil from Milwaukee
RE: [Chevelle-List] PermaTorque SBC head gaskets
My dad's told me this too. He's always said that it was done to lower the compression. He says that two of his friends ordered identically equipped new cars w/ 409's at the same time. One of them immediately changed cams removed one set of head gaskets. The stock 409 couldn't even get close to it after that. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: Kent Lewis [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May 30, 2003 8:52 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] PermaTorque SBC head gaskets Have read somewhere that from the factory, GM installed 2 metal head gaskets per head on the 409's. Kent '68 Malibu ZZ502/502 ACES #5102 - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Chevelle Listers,who are you and where are you from?
Dean Vandergriff Carthage, Missouri '65 ragtop '65 hardtop - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May 23, 2003 4:28 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Chevelle Listers,who are you and where are you from? Clint Hooper Wichita Falls,Tx LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint_hooper.htm - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Electric Fan set up versus Clutch Fan set up=response to Bill and more input needed
Title: Message Dale, As always, you've got great information. Just for the sake of comparison, is there any data on how many cfm's some of the different GM mechanical fansgive? I've been thinking of going with electric fans for some time because the ragtop can't idle for too long w/o getting hot I'd like to change that. I would need to go w/ dual fans to get away from the water pump pulley.Running a BBC a long water pump I don't have a lot of clearance to spare. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop -Original Message-From: Dale McIntosh [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, January 29, 2003 5:42 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] Electric Fan set up versus Clutch Fan set up=response to Bill and more input needed Bill, I agree that a single 16" Spal fan would probably be more than up to the cooling task with the PRC radiator. The advantage to the single fan is the motor is only 3.39" deep where the dual 11" are 4.25". Disadvantage is the motor is in the center (in line with the water pump pulley) as opposed to being offset from center. Another option would be to mount a pair of 10" fans individually. Each are 10.6" wide (21.2" total), 11.26" high on the mounting hole centerlines, and the fan motor is 3.7" deep. A single is rated at 1070cfm so that would still give 2140cfm total and would give offset motors if clearance is a problem. If anyone is interested, I have Spal spec sheets for 9", 10", 11", 12", 13", 14", and 16" fans in Adobe .PDF format and are downloadable from the Spal web site (http://www.spal-usa.com/). I'd be happy toemailoffline toanyone who wants a particular size or sizes. File sizes are: 9" = 84Kb 10" = 472kb 11" = 179Kb 12" = 213Kb 13"= 164Kb 14" = 232Kb 16" = 250kb Dale McIntosh TC Gold #92/ACES #1709 67SS/67 Elky Dales Place Team 67 Midwest Chevelles You haven't said what climate you're in, but my guessis thatthe 2360 CFM 16" Spalis more thanenough, especially with a high performance water pump. If not, you probably have another problem. Enjoy, Bill BruynGilbert, AZ USA
RE: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body
Title: Message Rich, I'd like a set too. Thanks, Dean Vandergriff -Original Message-From: Richard Milkiewicz [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2003 10:56 AMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body Never mind, I found them and will send them out to all who wanted it. Rich"66 MalibuACES # 5066 - Original Message - From: Richard Milkiewicz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2003 11:27 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body Well, I thought I knew where the instructions were for the rotisserie. I'll find them this week end and send them to all who wanted them. Rich"66 MalibuACES # 5066 - Original Message - From: Kyle Bennett To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2003 6:58 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body can i get those pics? thanks - Original Message - From: jjabuck To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2003 6:46 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body I just finished building one. It was a piece of cake. The steel was $178 all cut and ready to go. The worst part is drilling all the holes. If you want pictures let me know. I did make a little adjustment, added 2 hyd cyl to raise and lower it on the uprights. Jim Buckingham -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Mike SmithSent: Tuesday, January 14, 2003 10:52 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body Would you send those plans to a South Carolinan? Smitty - Original Message - From: Richard Milkiewicz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2003 10:17 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body Kyle, If you want to build a rotisserie, I have plans I can send you. Rich"66 MalibuACES # 5066 - Original Message - From: Kyle Bennett To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2003 9:41 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body what did you pay do have that done? Kyle Bennett Raleigh, NC - Original Message - From: Richard Milkiewicz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2003 6:27 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body The fastest, safest and best way to strip a car is acid dip. It will cost about the same as media blasting. Maybe a little more. They don't use sand. Sandblasting is one of those universal words everyone uses to describe what they want done. They do sandblast the frame, I'll get mine done this spring. Acid dipping will get in every nook and cranny and remove EVERYTHING. Rust, grease, paint, sealer, etc. But you get back virgin looking steel. They bake it in an oven to melt and loosen everything then dip it and then it is run through a neutralizing bath. Just had mine done and I couldn't be happier with it. The solid floors I thought I had.. well their not so solid. I have to replace two small sections in front. Right where the air conditioner was. I had a Mustang media blasted once and it turned out to be a nightmare. It will punch holes in weaker metal even if there are no holes there now. Rich"66 MalibuACES # 5066 - Original Message - From: Kyle Bennett To: Chevelle List Sent: Monday, January 13, 2003 12:26 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] blasting a body Typically, How much does it cost to have a body sand blasted? I'm trying
RE: [Chevelle-List] Non-Chevelle tech question
Title: Message Herb, If you figure this out let me know. We've got exactly the same problem on a '90 Ram of my Dad's. Same deal on the idle adjustment too, you can't change it. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message-From: Herbert Lumpp [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Friday, December 13, 2002 4:50 PMTo: Chevelle ListSubject: [Chevelle-List] Non-Chevelle tech question Before I start driving my "new" 87 Jimmyevery day, I'd like to fix one small problem, maybe someone onthe list canpoint me in the right direction. The engine is a TBI 350 (I've never had a TBI before). It runs great, but occasionally, when you take off from a stop the engine will stall. Fortunately it starts right up so the stalling is more of a nuisance but I'dstill like to fixit. The previous owner said he replaced the Throttle Position Sensor and rebuilt the distributor. I think there's something wrong with the TPS or TBI itself. If I hold the rpm just above idle while holdingthe brake, it won't stall, but if I just let it idle where it's set it's more likely to stall when Itake off. I was going to raise the idle to see if that helped, but I didn't see an idle adjustment screw. If anyone has any experience with a TBI or has any suggestions I'd really appreciate it. Thanks. cYa- Herb Lumpp1966 El CaminoACES 3509, MCC 528http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/
RE: [Chevelle-List] 66 283: temp gauge AND idiot light
Tim, You should be able to buy a thermostat housing that has a port in the top of it. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: Tim Moebes [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Friday, December 13, 2002 4:29 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-List] 66 283: temp gauge AND idiot light Group, I recently installed a temperature gauge in my 1966 El Camino so I could see how hideously hot it was getting in the Tucson heat this last summer. (Funny, the vehicle was fine up in the Pacific Northwest.) As you know, the temperature port for this early vehicle is located in the intake manifold adjacent to the thermostat housing. It does not have a temperature sensor in the heads like later models. Not seeing another available port, I simply disconnected the wire for the temperature light and left it for another day. Is there a solution that will allow both the gauge and light to function on this vehicle? There does not seem to be another available port. There is a smaller-diameter plug toward the back of the manifold in front of the distributor. Does anybody know if this is an oil or vacuum fitting? Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated. A second question: How hot is too hot for sustained driving in the desert heat? I installed a larger radiator which has greatly increased the vehicle's cooling capacity, but I would like to know the opinions of the group as to what temperature is really safe. The engine is a smooth but poky 283 4-bbl originally rated at 225HP. It was rebuilt in the late 80s without any performance pieces. Thanks, gents. Tim Moebes - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Re: Repro Sheetmetal
Clint, I haven't personally used their parts but I've seen several of them. I have an old friend who owns a body shop. Dave does quite a few of the older cars uses a lot of their parts. He thought enough of them to get set up as a Goodmark Distibutor. Most recently, he's restoring a '70 LS6 car with 29,000 miles! This car had spent the last 15 years parked outside needs new quarter skins. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: Clint Hooper [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2002 2:42 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Re: Repro Sheetmetal What is the consensus about Goodmark sheetmetal? Is it US-made and if so,is it any good? Clint Hooper LT5 Registry Director Wichita Falls,Tx (940) 855-6636 '91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody TX TAGS: USA ZR1 http://www.LT5Registry.net/ - Original Message - From: Mach4 [EMAIL PROTECTED] John Nasta and others- I was told at a swap meet by a nationally known vendor that there are two primary manufacturers of repro sheet metal - hoods, fenders, quarters, floors, etc. One is pretty chinsy - poor fit, poor lines, etc - and the other was much better. Of course, all they carry is the better stuff... Do you have any comments or knowledge about this claim? Where does this stuff come from? JimACES #20202 - '66 SS's - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] 409 engine
Title: Message Dan, I would think that was reasonable being both a ragtop a 409. I had a new plastic window put in last summer for $150 at a local shop. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop -Original Message-From: Dan McIntosh [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2002 6:20 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] 409 engine Dean, It is mostly untouched from what I can tell, not sure if the motor is original though. Paint is OK and about 20 years old. The top is decent but needs a new back window (plastic). The asking is 10,500. I have no basis on whether this is a good price or not, there are not any listed on Ebay currently. What do you guys think?? Thanks everyone for all the input so far. Dan McIntosh65 Malibu - Original Message - From: Dean Vandergriff To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2002 6:19 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] 409 engine A '63 ragtop with a 409 should be worth some bucks, particularly if it's original. If it's in decent shape priced right I wouldn't think you could go wrong. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop -Original Message-From: Dan McIntosh [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2002 4:51 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-List] 409 engine Fellas, I have the opportunity to purchase a 63 Impala Convertible. It has a 409 motor in it, and I was wondering if anyone has any information about this motor. Is it reliable, expensive, powerful, a boat anchor, anything at all will help. Thanks all. Dan McIntosh65 Malibu
RE: [Chevelle-List] 409 engine
Title: Message A '63 ragtop with a 409 should be worth some bucks, particularly if it's original. If it's in decent shape priced right I wouldn't think you could go wrong. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop -Original Message-From: Dan McIntosh [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, September 24, 2002 4:51 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-List] 409 engine Fellas, I have the opportunity to purchase a 63 Impala Convertible. It has a 409 motor in it, and I was wondering if anyone has any information about this motor. Is it reliable, expensive, powerful, a boat anchor, anything at all will help. Thanks all. Dan McIntosh65 Malibu
RE: [Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens
Dan, A 350 or 400 trans will work fine with the existing column shifter. The trick with the indicator lens is that the lens is not a flat piece. It is thick at the bottom tapers toward the top. You may be able to make a flat lens shim it in place but I haven't tried yet. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, September 02, 2002 5:53 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens Dave, On my 65, I removed two screws securing the chrome cover, and the indicator glass came right out with it. Are you putting in a TH350/400? If so I would be real interested to know how you get the column shifter to work with it. Take it easy. Dan McIntosh 65 Malibu Sweet - that sounds easy enough to do. I'd heard that it can be removed without removing the cover, but I wanted to make sure before I did it. I'm putting in a TH200-4R. I want to keep the column shifter for a while, due at least in part to the prices of floor shifters up here, but if it doesn't work the it doesn't work. We'll see what happens, I guess. Dave. -- www.swingvictoria.com - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Rarest Cars in the US...
I had a friend in the early seventies who owned a 1969 Mustang Boss 429 (Ford Hemi). I remember riding in it. Very smooth power, but a real Bi*** to work on. There's a local guy that has one of these Black w/ black interior. Absolutely awesome, even if it is a F!%d. Dean Vandergriff - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Car Poll...Favorite Year?
Title: Message 65 Dean Vandergriff
RE: [Chevelle-List] Body by Fisher
Cool site, lots of neat stuff.. Dean Hey All I am just wondering, what happened to fisher that makes all the GM bodies? The closest site I found was: http://www.geocities.com/sponcom26/HISTORYHomePage.html but it didn't really tell me anything.. Alan - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[Chevelle-List] Date: Wed, 17 Jul 2002 13:45:24 -0500
Title: Message Awhile back I asked the list for any tips regarding rebuilding early tilt columns. Just wanted to let everybody know that the car is back together I took the opportunity to upgrade steering boxes at the same time. My old steering box has leaked forever so I finally broke down bought a new 12:1 ratio boxfromPower Steering Services Inc. in Springfield, MO. Chip Woyner at PSSI was a lot of help. He swapped out my pitman arm, painted it, took the time to show me the internal workings of a steering box. The change from the original steering gear is incredible. I would highly recommend this if you're going the Hotchkis/Global West route to improve handling. If anybody is interested the website is www.powersteering.com I've got no connection to the business or to Chip, but am very pleased with his products service. For $219.95 with an as long as you own the car warranty, it seems like a deal to me. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop that turns very nicely '65 hardtop
RE: [Chevelle-List] column shift problems
Title: Message Larry, It is an original '65 column. Yes, tried the shifter when it was unhooked still couldn't move it. Dean -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, June 10, 2002 10:44 AMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] column shift problemsBill: what year is the tilt out of? If it is a 65 tilt I hear they are a PIA. Fortunately my tilt on my 65 is perfect (for now anyway) . There are cables inside that stretch or break. Did you try moving the shifter when you disconnected it from transmission? Larry (z)
RE: [Chevelle-List] I'm new in chevelle list
Title: Message Florent, Welcome to the list. Nice looking rides! Dean Vandergriff
RE: [Chevelle-List] tire and wheel sizing
Title: Message Dan, On myragtop I'm running 235-60 16s on 87 IROC Z wheels. I'm also running Hotchkis suspension which lowered the car about an inch". If I fill the car with people turn all the way to right, the right front tire will rub the inner fender. Other than that, nothinghas ever touched the wheel wells are full. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2002 5:17 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] tire and wheel sizing Howdy, I'm looking to get a new set of wheels and tires for my 65 Malibu. Right now it has 14 inch wheels with 195-70 tires. The car sits at stock height. I would love to run a wider tire, but I only have about 3/4 of an inch between the sidewall and the fender lip on the rear. Do any of you have any info on what combo will fit and look good? Thanks Dan McIntosh 65 Malibu - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] 1971 elcamino question
Title: RE: [Chevelle-List] 1971 elcamino question They also did that on the Caprice/Impala station wagons. From what I've seen, 400 in small letters at the front of the fender indicates a 400 small block. 400 at the bottom of the fender, behind the wheel indicates a 402 big block. Dean Vandergriff the 396/402 was marketed as a 400 4 barrel big block engine not to be confused with the 2 barrel 400 small block. GM did that on the El Caminos and trucks in 70-71 I believe. Tom - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Self Service?
Title: Message my next project is to find me an 18 year old girl friend and have more children! No! I was kidding about that. Were you kidding about the 18 year old girlfriend or the children? Sorry, couldn't help it. Dean Vandergriff - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Front Sway Bar Bushing
Title: Message Craig, Use a large open end wrench to measure with. Just slip the correct size over the bar. Regards, Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop -Original Message-From: Craig Cerena Robertson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2002 10:33 AMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-List] Front Sway Bar Bushing I measure the diameter of my front sway bar, by holding a ruler up to it (dumb move). I thoughtthat it was 7/8 inch bar. I went to the local Adanced Auto Parts and order to replacement bushings. They do not appear to be the correct size. They appear small. Can anyone tell what the standard size is of the frontsway bar. Thanks Craig - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] 454 motor mounts
Title: RE: [Chevelle-List] 454 motor mounts Just to add my .02 worth on this topic... When I dropped the LS5 into my '65 ragtop, I went to the local AutoZone bought '66 big block mounts. These dropped right over the '65 small block frame brackets everything bolted up fine. I've been cruising around on this combo for 4-1/2 years now. If I get a few minutes tonight, I will check the part numbers in my '65 assembly manual to those listed below. Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, April 10, 2002 4:21 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] 454 motor mounts I'm doing the same thing to a 69 chevelle. I know a little while back there was a bunch of mail about the big block/small block frame bracket. I did a little research on my own. First I checked the frame brackets on my 71 original LS5 car. The part numbers were 3980711 and 3980712 for the left and right big block brackets. Then I checked my factory assembly manual and it also showed the same part numbers used in 70 big block chevelles. So I happen to have those brackets to bolt to my crossmember and my problem is solved. But here is the question that maybe someone out there can answer. Looking at the factory assembly manual it shows the same part number brackets used for 350 small blocks. But a different part number frame brackets for 307 small blocks. So when it comes to 68 thru 72 chevelles there may be no such thing as separate big block / small block brackets. - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Hello
Title: RE: [Chevelle-List] Hello Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Mitch, Welcome back, I'd wondered what happened to you. It was me that shipped you the lower control arms for your elky. I don't need the replacements so save some shipping $$. Maybe you can help someone else out with them. Now if you've got a replacement 454. ;) Dean Vandergriff '65 ragtop '65 hardtop I owe some people some parts, but lost all records when my PC got stolen in September. Was it Darrel that sent me the control arms? I have the replacements to send back. - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Blast Cabinet nozzles
Title: RE: [Chevelle-List] Blast Cabinet nozzles Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Do you know if I have to have the suction running all the time from the shop-vac hooked to the dust port? You need to run the vac at all times. You're adding a lot of air to the cabinet with the gun. If you don't use the vac you tend to build up pressure force blast media dirt out around the door seals. This will make a mess in the shop you don't want to be breathing all the dust anyway. Dean Vandergriff - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] cars
Title: RE: [Chevelle-List] cars Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List I hate so say cars of our youth, at 36 I like to think I'm still young... here's my list: 1. 1965 Chevelle Malibu, 283, 3spd. I got this one about the time I turned 14 still have it today. Anybody else still have their first car? I ran a 327 4spd with a 9 ford rear 3.70 gears. Very strong combination. The car is currently undergoing a restification with a 454/400TH trans. 2. '68 bug. Bought this one while going to college. I drove it all week to save gas money for the Chevelle on weekends. Sold this one when I bought #3. 3. '73 Vette 350 4 spd. I bought it the weekend I turned 21. An incredible car for a single guy to own one that I wish I still had. Made several long road trips in this car. Installed gas shocks, poly bushings, bigger sway bars, sticky tires for SCCA competition. 4. Got married my wife had a '94 Renault. Fun to drive abuse when it would run. 5. Sold 4 to buy a '77 Vette w/ 350 350 TH. Had his hers Vette's for awhile. I don't know why but I never really liked this car very much. 6. Sold 5 to buy an 80 GMC 4x4 for me let my wife drive the '73 vette 7. Bought a '73 Firebird w/ 400, 400TH, 4:11 posi. We never drove this one. I was in the process of a rebuild traded it for... 8. '69 Malibu w 396 350TH. This one was freshly painted beautiful (black) but the motor was in pieces. I sold the car to the guy that painted it for what we had in the Firebird before I ever got it home kept the motor/trans. 9. Bought a '90 Camry for my wife's daily driver. 10. Sold #3 #6 to buy a '95 ram extended cab. Wonderful truck should have kept it. 11. Sold #9 bought the '65 ragtop which is now my daily driver with 454 400TH. 12. My wife traded the Ram for a '95 Grand Cherokee which she drives everyday which has been a very reliable, low maintenance vehicle. 13. We're in the middle of building a house so I bought a work truck. I own the nastiest, rustiest, 3/4 ton '75 Chevy 4x4 that anybody's ever seen. With 350 4 spd a 4 lift it goes everywhere hauls everything. 14. Our oldest girl jut turned 16 (thankfully she doesn't like my Malibus) we're going to have to do some shopping. Dean Vandergriff - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] new virus
Title: Message Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List I just got this one myself. Sent to me twice from the same [EMAIL PROTECTED] address. Dean Vandergriff -Original Message-From: Keith Cooper [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2002 11:56 AMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-List] new virus Caution, A new virus is being sent to email addresses. The subject is:new photos form my party! From: jdhart@evertek,net The virus is:w32.myparty@mm Caution to all. This virus WAS NOT sent to the chevelle list, but to my email address directly. Just warning everyone on the list. Keith Cooper See my Chevelle:http://home.mindspring.com/~keithc/index.html - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Steering Boxes
Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Darrell, Check out powersteering.com From what I've heard, they make a great fast ratio box with the older style hose fittings for around $220. Their shop is about an hour away from me I keep putting off making this swap. My box drips around the pitman shaft seal too. Dean Vandergriff - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] 67 Radiator
Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Dale, If it's any help, I run a long water pump with a Y/O 4-row radiator in my '65 ragtop w/454. Regards, Dean Vandergriff Can someone with a 67 BB Chevelle measure the thickness of the radiator itself and the tank. My 67 is an original BB car but had a SB when I bought it years ago and I'm not sure about the radiator. I'd like to put an aluminum one in it but don't know if I have enough room due to the long water pump. Anyone with a Be Cool or Griffin in a 67, I'd appreciate the thickness of that too. - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
