Re: [Chevelle-list] 700 R4 Trans
Hi Larry, These Southern California guys seem to be well thought of. In Hesperia, CA www.bowtieoverdrives.com/index.shtml Car Craft put a 200-4R in a 1966 Chevelle www.carcraft.com/techarticles/ccrp_0909_overdrive_transmission_swap/photo_03.html California Performance Transmission In Huntington Beach, CA www.cpttransmission.com/2004R_trans_2to4.htm Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: Chevelle List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, June 18, 2010 11:06 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] 700 R4 Trans Getting tired of pushing the clutch and shifting gears with the Richmond 5 sp. The shoulder is starting to hurt.The 5 speed is a great transmission. Totally bullet proof. It has been a great combo with the 2.73 gears. I think it is time to part with it and go with the 700 R4. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good source. The ol BB has about 500 hp. No racing. Will be looking for a home for the 5 sp. The shifter is a Hurst. Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject)
Let's hope it doesn't cause a problem for all of us who followed the link. Dennis - Original Message - From: z16chevelle...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, June 04, 2010 5:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) Lee has a problem - Original Message - From: Lee Hester chevelle...@hotmail.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, June 4, 2010 2:30:06 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) http://cojopuc.angelfire.com/ -- The New Busy is not the too busy. Combine all your e-mail accounts with Hotmail. Get busy.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Steering Box Adjustment
Hi Larry, My wandering '65 is better but still not perfect. The camber has been reduced to zero and the caster has been increased with some improvement. It almost acts like a ball-joint is dragging, but they are not. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: Chevelle List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 4:16 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Steering Box Adjustment What is the best way to adjust the steering Box? Does the screw go in or out to tighten/loosen the adjustment and the play? It seem too hard to turn the steering wheel? Dennis - did you get yours fixed? Larry
[Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu
The alignment guy has more than 25 years experience and seems to know his stuff. No work was done on the column or box and it handled fine before. We did space original size 14x5 wheels out an inch. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 4:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Before I forget! Did they adjust the play in the steering box with the suspension in the air? If not then you will also have the centering problem and the steering will be stickey! - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:43 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu My 65 Malibu also wandered and found that the top end of the coupling that fits onto the steering shaft had come loose over the years and caused play on the steering. Remember it is pressed on and then flanged. I welded mine to the steering shaft, end of problem! Johann - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 6:32 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Did you check that coupling at the bottom of the steering column shaft? Larry dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com wrote: Is there a front-end expert in the house? My ’65 Malibu with power steering wanders, the steering wheel does not return to center after turning, and it is unstable on curves. This is right after a front end rebuild (Moog parts) and disc brake installation (from True Connections) and new 14x5 steel wheels (Wheel Smith) with one inch less backspace than stock to clear the new brakes. Before all this, it was 100,000 mile loose, but normal. I figured the alignment guy used too much negative caster but that turned out not to be the case. 1964 to 1967 Chevelle caster specs are zero to minus 1.5 degrees with minus .5 recommended for mine. It is now at positive .7 and still wanders. Does anyone know what I am missing? Can two inch wider track cause this problem? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu
Hi Bad66, The box wasn't touched in the past five years. It handled okay before the front end rebuild and new wheels. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: bad66chevelle...@aol.com To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 9:14 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Dennis, What if the gearbox had been tightened before to compensate for the worn out steering, then when you put on nice new stuff the gearbox is too tight??? Just thinking out loud here. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2010 09:10:12 To: The Chevelle Mailing Listchevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu The alignment guy has more than 25 years experience and seems to know his stuff. No work was done on the column or box and it handled fine before. We did space original size 14x5 wheels out an inch. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 4:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Before I forget! Did they adjust the play in the steering box with the suspension in the air? If not then you will also have the centering problem and the steering will be stickey! - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:43 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu My 65 Malibu also wandered and found that the top end of the coupling that fits onto the steering shaft had come loose over the years and caused play on the steering. Remember it is pressed on and then flanged. I welded mine to the steering shaft, end of problem! Johann - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 6:32 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Did you check that coupling at the bottom of the steering column shaft? Larry dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com wrote: Is there a front-end expert in the house? My ’65 Malibu with power steering wanders, the steering wheel does not return to center after turning, and it is unstable on curves. This is right after a front end rebuild (Moog parts) and disc brake installation (from True Connections) and new 14x5 steel wheels (Wheel Smith) with one inch less backspace than stock to clear the new brakes. Before all this, it was 100,000 mile loose, but normal. I figured the alignment guy used too much negative caster but that turned out not to be the case. 1964 to 1967 Chevelle caster specs are zero to minus 1.5 degrees with minus .5 recommended for mine. It is now at positive .7 and still wanders. Does anyone know what I am missing? Can two inch wider track cause this problem? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu
The old wheels do not fit over the disc brakes. That is why I bought new ones. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Russ Miesner To: bad66chevelle...@aol.com ; dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com ; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 9:29 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu If you still have your wheels and tires before you worked on the front end you could put them back on to see how it acts. It could eliminate one variable. Russ To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; chevelle-list@chevelles.net From: bad66chevelle...@aol.com Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2010 16:14:02 + Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Dennis, What if the gearbox had been tightened before to compensate for the worn out steering, then when you put on nice new stuff the gearbox is too tight??? Just thinking out loud here. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2010 09:10:12 To: The Chevelle Mailing Listchevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu The alignment guy has more than 25 years experience and seems to know his stuff. No work was done on the column or box and it handled fine before. We did space original size 14x5 wheels out an inch. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 4:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Before I forget! Did they adjust the play in the steering box with the suspension in the air? If not then you will also have the centering problem and the steering will be stickey! - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:43 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu My 65 Malibu also wandered and found that the top end of the coupling that fits onto the steering shaft had come loose over the years and caused play on the steering. Remember it is pressed on and then flanged. I welded mine to the steering shaft, end of problem! Johann - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 6:32 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Did you check that coupling at the bottom of the steering column shaft? Larry dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com wrote: Is there a front-end expert in the house? My ’65 Malibu with power steering wanders, the steering wheel does not return to center after turning, and it is unstable on curves. This is right after a front end rebuild (Moog parts) and disc brake installation (from True Connections) and new 14x5 steel wheels (Wheel Smith) with one inch less backspace than stock to clear the new brakes. Before all this, it was 100,000 mile loose, but normal. I figured the alignment guy used too much negative caster but that turned out not to be the case. 1964 to 1967 Chevelle caster specs are zero to minus 1.5 degrees with minus .5 recommended for mine. It is now at positive .7 and still wanders. Does anyone know what I am missing? Can two inch wider track cause this problem? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 -- Hotmail has tools for the New Busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. Learn More.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu
Terry, I agree totally, wander and a light feeling describe what I have. And the steering wheel does not return to center. This led me to think unsufficient caster or too much negative caster, but that is not the case. Chevelle caster specs are zero to minus 1.5 degrees with minus .5 recommended for my '65. It is now at positive .7 and still wanders. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Terry S Hodges terryshod...@gmail.com To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Cc: bad66chevelle...@aol.com Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 3:27 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Insufficient caster causes wander, road shock, and a light feeling in the steering. Excessive positive caster can cause hard steering, shimmy, and tire wear in extreme cases. Unequal caster causes the vehicle to pull or lead toward the side having the least positive caster. A small amount of toe-in is required for optimum vehicle handling and to prevent steering wander. On Sat, Mar 27, 2010 at 4:58 PM, dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com wrote: Hi Bad66, The box wasn't touched in the past five years. It handled okay before the front end rebuild and new wheels. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: bad66chevelle...@aol.com To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 9:14 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Dennis, What if the gearbox had been tightened before to compensate for the worn out steering, then when you put on nice new stuff the gearbox is too tight??? Just thinking out loud here. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com Date: Sat, 27 Mar 2010 09:10:12 To: The Chevelle Mailing Listchevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu The alignment guy has more than 25 years experience and seems to know his stuff. No work was done on the column or box and it handled fine before. We did space original size 14x5 wheels out an inch. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 4:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Before I forget! Did they adjust the play in the steering box with the suspension in the air? If not then you will also have the centering problem and the steering will be stickey! - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler johann.grob...@absamail.co.za To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:43 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu My 65 Malibu also wandered and found that the top end of the coupling that fits onto the steering shaft had come loose over the years and caused play on the steering. Remember it is pressed on and then flanged. I welded mine to the steering shaft, end of problem! Johann - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 6:32 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu Did you check that coupling at the bottom of the steering column shaft? Larry dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com wrote: Is there a front-end expert in the house? My ’65 Malibu with power steering wanders, the steering wheel does not return to center after turning, and it is unstable on curves. This is right after a front end rebuild (Moog parts) and disc brake installation (from True Connections) and new 14x5 steel wheels (Wheel Smith) with one inch less backspace than stock to clear the new brakes. Before all this, it was 100,000 mile loose, but normal. I figured the alignment guy used too much negative caster but that turned out not to be the case. 1964 to 1967 Chevelle caster specs are zero to minus 1.5 degrees with minus .5 recommended for mine. It is now at positive .7 and still wanders. Does anyone know what I am missing? Can two inch wider track cause this problem? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
[Chevelle-list] Wandering Malibu
Is there a front-end expert in the house? My ’65 Malibu with power steering wanders, the steering wheel does not return to center after turning, and it is unstable on curves. This is right after a front end rebuild (Moog parts) and disc brake installation (from True Connections) and new 14x5 steel wheels (Wheel Smith) with one inch less backspace than stock to clear the new brakes. Before all this, it was 100,000 mile loose, but normal. I figured the alignment guy used too much negative caster but that turned out not to be the case. 1964 to 1967 Chevelle caster specs are zero to minus 1.5 degrees with minus .5 recommended for mine. It is now at positive .7 and still wanders. Does anyone know what I am missing? Can two inch wider track cause this problem? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Alignment Question-Follow up
Hi Larry, It’s good to hear you got it taken care of and it was simple. My old-car-guy mechanic had the alignment done by an outside shop and I suspect the alignment people had no clue. I need to call him and get it over for more caster. In the '50s and '60s many vehicles with power steering had much more caster than the manual version. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 w/Power Steering - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 8:31 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Alignment Question-Follow up Took the car for a short ride back to the shop to retrieve the stock sway bar (like I really needed more old parts). The car did wander, and I noticed about 1 1/2 to 2 play in the steering wheel. I remembered that the mechanic stated that he tightened the steering box. This was going thru my head as I'm driving to the shop. Part of the work order was for them to weld the coupler to the steering column where it connects to the rag joint. This piece is pressed on at the factory, and was loose. I actually had the car towed to the shop because of this. Drivable but dangerous. If I fails you crash. When I picked the car up I didn't look at the coupler to see if it was welded. When I arrived back at the shop, I opened the hood and didn't see any weld. I scooped up the sway bar and asked the mechanic about the welding and got a blank stare. He asked the shop owner and he didn't know if it had been done. I dung out the receipt and the welding was the second item on the instructions. The owner said he dropped the ball and appollogised (sp). The mechanic welded up the piece and I went on my way. The car drove perfect. Will I go back to the shop? Yes. Why? Because I like them and they are honest. But I will go elsewhere for alignments. Today is cruise day. It's a beautiful day in the Calif central valley. But first I'll put the car on the lift and check some bolts... Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] Alignment Question
Hi Larry, My '65 also came back recently from getting all new front end stuff and it also wanders. It feels like I'm driving down the center of a high-crowned road and whenever you turn a little, it wants to turn even more and it does not return to center. I suspect the alignment folks dialed in too much negative caster, the spec for a '65 SS is 0 to -.5 degree. For other '65 Chevelles it is -.5 to -1.5 degrees. More caster makes them track straight. Thanks, Dennis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: Chevelle List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 6:54 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Alignment Question Just got the car back with new bushings, ball joints, and steering coupler (rag joint). The mechanic said it aligned almost perfect. I believe the car went rock crawling in a previous life so I know it's not perfect. Before the work, though, it drove perfect. Now it wanders. Can this be corrected? Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] Test
Been working on the Chevelle. All new front end bushings, new 14 wheels from Wheel Smith that fit over the new disk brakes, new Firestone whitewalls that look correct, and a much lighter wallet. The new wheels have 1 less backspace so the track is 2 wider. The tires fill the wheelwell better and the look is good. The 14 effort was to retain the original SS full wheel covers. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Rich Pruett To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, March 08, 2010 1:21 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Test Is there anybody out there? Just think, if it weren't for marriage, men would go through life thinking they had no faults at all. You can only be young once. But you can always be immature. --- Dave Barry
[Chevelle-list] Cross Country Purchase
Thanks to comments in this or a similar string I suggested to a friend of a friend that he get an independent inspector to look at his prospective cross-country purchase. The next day he sent this: Turns out she was a scammer! As soon as I told her I was sending someone to look at the car, she ran. She won't respond to email or phone, I guess she was thinking to get me for the $2500 deposit and run. Thanks for the info, next week we have an auction coming, hopefully I can find what I want there and I will have my guy with me that knows it all. There are some bad people out there. Dennis McGillis - Original Message - From: Terry S Hodges To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2010 5:20 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Cross Country Purchase There are plenty of Independent Adjusters and firms out there that specialize in Classic Cars. I would google I/A Firms+the state in which your looking, and you should find someone to go out and look at your car. Terry S Hodges, AIC, CPCU AMD Specialist Grange Insurance. Lic. KY FLA On Thu, Feb 18, 2010 at 12:13 PM, Larry Hickman lhickmanf...@yahoo.com wrote: Dan, I had a proffesional inspector look at a Camaro I was interested in a while back because I did not have the time to make the 6 hr drive. I am so glad I did. For less than $200, I got a full and thoroug inspection. Many, many things that the owner or pictures did not reveal. That saved me $1000's in the long run.
[Chevelle-list] '66 Radiator in '65 Chevelle
Hi Guys, My '65 Chevelle got a new radiator from Kragen/O'reilly today and since they don't list a '65 three-row, I bought a '66 three-row. Mechanically, it works. But. . . My '65 trans cooler lines have flare ends, like brake lines. The '66 radiator has female pipe threads, should it be that way? Is there an easy solution? Thanks, Dennis '65 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] '66 Radiator in '65 Chevelle
Hi Jim, It is leaking so fast it cannot be driven. I may have to install a pipe to flare adapter, or maybe cut it off and use a pipe to compression adapter. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Jim Thompson jimthompso...@gmail.com To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, January 30, 2010 4:48 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] '66 Radiator in '65 Chevelle Simply cut off the flares, slide on the male ends and re-flare. You may already have the male ends on the lines they have just slide down the lines. You may also buy premade ends that can be spliced on to the old lines with a coupler. Any trans shop, brake or radiator shop can do it for you. -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com Sent: Saturday, January 30, 2010 7:34 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] '66 Radiator in '65 Chevelle Hi Guys, My '65 Chevelle got a new radiator from Kragen/O'reilly today and since they don't list a '65 three-row, I bought a '66 three-row. Mechanically, it works. But. . . My '65 trans cooler lines have flare ends, like brake lines. The '66 radiator has female pipe threads, should it be that way? Is there an easy solution? Thanks, Dennis '65 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for John Nasta
The new site, http://oldcarnetwork.com/, is beautiful but none of us should ever do business with a site that doesn't list a physical address and phone number. Dennis '65 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: 66chevelless...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 6:38 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for John Nasta This is his new website, but people have placed orders on it, paid through Paypal (which maybe there is some recourse), but have not received there merchandise after several weeks and no means of contacting him to check on the status. John has always seemed to be a good guy. -Krister - Original Message - From: Rich Pruett busted_knuck...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 5:08:15 AM GMT -06:00 US/Canada Central Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for John Nasta http://oldcarnetwork.com/blog/ If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy. Red Green - Original Message - From: harkema...@aol.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 1:32:22 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for John Nasta I too was looking for John, I could not get his site to come up from the links I had prior-- I tried to get his address from the archives, but did not seem to work-- Just wondering if he still had the business?? (at the time i was looking for some parts) Harlan In a message dated 10/28/2009 11:22:57 AM Central Standard Time, 66chevelless...@comcast.net writes: Looking for John Nasta or contact info. John a guy on Team Chevelle was doing business with Old Car Network and needs to contact you. Don't want to see any bad exposure for you. Thanks, -Krister
Re: [Chevelle-list] Insurance
$212/year with Hagerty Liability: 100/300 + uninsured motorist in same amount 50K Property 5K medical Vehicle: 25K collision (0 deductible) 25K other than colision (0 deductible) 25K earthquake 750 spare parts Standard CA registration, with original black plate. Dennis McGillis '65 Malibu SS-350 Irvine, CA __ In a message dated 9/10/2009 9:59:37 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rodi...@gmail.com writes: Hello all, My wife and I are wondering why we are paying twice as much for the Chevelle as we did last year and it's almost as much as we pay for our 07 Camry??? So, what are you guys paying for classic insurance and what company do you have? We have a 1966 Chevelle SS with a stated amount of $25,000 and we are paying $220.00 a year. It is registered as an antique. Thanks for the help. Dan
[Chevelle-list] etiquette
Agreed about deleting a long string, but it would be nice to include the question being answered so everyone knows what the conversation is about, particularly for those getting the digest version. Thanks, Dennis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Dan Rachlin To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 3:56 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: etiquette I think a thanks with the solution or suggestion you went with could be ok. Dan PS, Also, if everyone would erase the previous text and only send their response, that would help reading the responses.
Re: [Chevelle-list] chrome thermostat housing (water outlet)
Hi John, Frugal did not list it, but you caused me to take another look at CKS-O'Reilly online and I found an original replacement there. It was a little pricey at $30 including freight but it seems to be a rare part used for factory air cars which point to the passenger side and this is the only one I have found. Thanks! Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: John Nasta 6...@johnnasta.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, July 15, 2009 7:53 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] chrome thermostat housing (water outlet) Try here: http://frugalmechanic.com/auto-parts/cooling-system-water-outlet Quoting Robert Holtzman hol...@cox.net: On Fri, 10 Jul 2009, dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com wrote: Hi John, Mine still has the original cast housing since I could not find a new one that points to the passenger side of the radiator. If you find there is such a thing, please let me know.
Re: [Chevelle-list] chrome thermostat housing (water outlet)
Hi John, Mine still has the original cast housing since I could not find a new one that points to the passenger side of the radiator. If you find there is such a thing, please let me know. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 (2005 Vortec crate engine) with factory A/C - Original Message - From: John Nasta 6...@johnnasta.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, July 09, 2009 11:32 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] chrome thermostat housing (water outlet) Just a little caveat emptor... When I built the engine for my El Camino 4 or 5 years ago, I put one of those shiny chrome thermostat housings on it. It rotted from the inside and developed a hole, which caused a bad leak. Today I bought the good old fashioned cast one and the walls of it are substantially thicker. I was lucky not to get stuck somewhere. I first noticed it when I was just moving the car from one side of the street to the other for parking regulations.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks!
Hi Dan, No, I have a 180 degree thermostat and in three years it has never run hotter than that. Running with no pressure is a temporary fix until I replace the heater core and radiator, probably next week. Dennis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Dan Solomon dansolo...@msn.com To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 9:29 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks! Dennis, Aren't you concerned about overheating with 0 psi? --Original Message-- From: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com To: Dans MSN To: Chevelle List ReplyTo: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com Sent: Apr 22, 2009 12:04 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks! Hi Dan, The radiator is a stock 3-row from Truck Shop in Orange, CA. The price was good but a leak developing when two years old is very disappointing. The original heater core leaking at 44 years old is not so bad. You're right, I could bypass the heater but the real fix is to replace it. I converted the 16 PSI pressure cap into a 0 PSI cap which should slow both leaks. Thanks, Dennis
[Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks!
Hi Guys, My new in 2006 radiator has a small leak and Sunday, while attending the big Orange Circle car show, it became obvious that my heater core is leaking. Coolant soaked the padding between carpet and firewall, wetting my son's foot. Tonight I snipped the radiator cap to stop pressure from building so I can drive about 100 miles to four Southern California car shows this weekend. Now what? Replace the (original) heater core and repair the radiator? I really know the answer, one should not have to ask the list, one should just bite the bullet and Get 'er done. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 1953 3100 in WA
Re: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks!
Hi Dan, The radiator is a stock 3-row from Truck Shop in Orange, CA. The price was good but a leak developing when two years old is very disappointing. The original heater core leaking at 44 years old is not so bad. You're right, I could bypass the heater but the real fix is to replace it. I converted the 16 PSI pressure cap into a 0 PSI cap which should slow both leaks. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Dan Solomon dansolo...@msn.com To: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com; Chevelle List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 7:09 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks! Dennis, Guess you could bypass the heater core if you want but plannin to change it seems to be a no brainer. I would be more concerned with a leak in a 3 year old radiator. Is it a stock style unit or an aftermarket type? --Original Message-- From: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com Sender: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net To: Chevelle List ReplyTo: dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com ReplyTo: Chevelle List Sent: Apr 21, 2009 9:57 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks! Hi Guys, My new in 2006 radiator has a small leak and Sunday, while attending the big Orange Circle car show, it became obvious that my heater core is leaking. Coolant soaked the padding between carpet and firewall, wetting my son's foot. Tonight I snipped the radiator cap to stop pressure from building so I can drive about 100 miles to four Southern California car shows this weekend. Now what? Replace the (original) heater core and repair the radiator? I really know the answer, one should not have to ask the list, one should just bite the bullet and Get 'er done. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 1953 3100 in WA Thanks, Dan -- Sent using BlackBerry
[Chevelle-list] Chevelle Trunk Springs
Hi Dan, Nice '70 Chevelle and I love your story. You said to write regarding trunk spring RR. I did it once with a GM J21412 tool for '64-'72 trunk springs. Now I need to do it again and no one has that tool for sale. Can you share your solution? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com www.mcgilliscompany.com 1965 Malibu SS-350
[Chevelle-list] where were all the classics today?
My wife and I were out cruising for a couple of hours. The weather in Orange County, CA was just beautiful. We stopped to look at '52 and '55 Advanced Design trucks in front of a house, talked with the owner and now have a new old-car buddy. I gave him a Chevrolet Restoration Pack for his '55 that I just happened to have in my trunk and he gave me a '62 235 valve cover needed for my truck. What a day! Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 1953 3100 Pickup - Original Message - From: J. Brady jmb...@yahoo.com To: Chevelle Group chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Sunday, April 12, 2009 6:30 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] where were all the classics today? I had my '66 out, and expected to see a variety of other classics out with it being a nice day AND a holiday, and how many did I see?? ONE. And that's if you include seeing the hood of my '66 from the driver's seat.. Where was everyone's cars today? Jim '66 Malibu
Re: [Chevelle-list] Check out 1966 Chevelle rear brakes rare?
Maybe they are from a Buick? Dennis - Original Message - From: tinindia...@aol.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 7:00 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Check out 1966 Chevelle rear brakes rare? If anyone interested, found this on Craigs list. Houston 1966 Chevelle rear brakes rare? -- The Average US Credit Score is 692. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps!
Re: [Chevelle-list] Champion Speed Shop
That Stude with a big straight eight in it must have been a sight to behold! Was it fast? Dennis - Original Message - From: Larry Williams larrydwilli...@hughes.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Sunday, March 08, 2009 6:56 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Champion Speed Shop I spent many days at both Fremont and Half Moon Bay drag strips. What a great time. I have seen all the famous drag racers. Stone Woods and Cook, Dan Garlits, Gas Ronda, The glass slipper, Haden Profit, Tommy Ivo, all of them. I raced my 53 pontiac powered Studie at Fremont in D gas. I lived in Menlo Park across the San Francisco Bay from Fremont Drag and on calm days could hear the dragsters run. Larry Rick Schaefer wrote: Neat video. I love any of those that bring back the Good ole Days Recognize at least 2 of those cars from Hot Rod Speed Custom PHR from 45 years ago. Thanx for the memory. On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 7:48 PM, Ed Riggins e...@thrashermagazine.com mailto:e...@thrashermagazine.com wrote: We had the pleasure of co-sponsoring the car and worked with Jim and his son Bob and Sammy Hale, the last driver of the Champion nostalgia car. In one of the last frames of this clip, you can see Hale wearing one of the “team” shirts, red with a big black and white Juxtapoz “spade” logo, designed by Craig Stecyk, on the back. Hanging in our office, we have the identical logo from the blower cover, on a framed, carbon fiber plaque they gave us that has the 5.87 et signed by Hale, and it also includes the blown piston and spun rod bearing from the run. Great memories of some wonderful guys. Thanks for sharing. ER *From: *Malibu 327mal...@gmail.com http://327mal...@gmail.com *Reply-To: *The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelle-list@chevelles.net *Date: *Mon, 2 Mar 2009 11:30:26 -0500 *To: *The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelle-list@chevelles.net *Subject: *[Chevelle-list] Champion Speed Shop /I found this video and thought it was interesting so I'm sending it to the list to see. / Video produced for the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 2007, which inducted Jim McLennan. Brief history of the Smiling Irishman who drove the worlds fastest Chevy, and his Champion Speed Shop. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REWiSl6cIm4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REWiSl6cIm4 -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] rear brake drum
If the drum is frozen to the studs or the center, I have had wonderful success with PB Blaster - PB Penetrating Catalyst. It's about $5 in most parts stores and works better than penetrating oils to separate parts that have been together for a long tine. Dennis - Original Message - From: Jim H. Thompson To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Sunday, March 01, 2009 7:06 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] rear brake drum The is a slot. It has a breakaway tab. You will see an indentation at the bottom of the backing plate just use a punch to knock it out. Use a lot of rust buster like WD40 etc on the studs. Let it sit over night then wack the side of the drum towards the face a couple of times all around. Good luck From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of rml...@comcast.net Sent: Saturday, February 28, 2009 7:11 PM To: BOBBY Subject: [Chevelle-list] rear brake drum I have a 70ss and I cant seem to be able to get the rear drums off. There is no adjustment slot in the backing plate so I cant move the shoes in. I have beat on them and pryed and prayed and they still wont move. Does anybody have an idea or a sure fire method. Thank you all Bob Lancaster
Re: [Chevelle-list] White walls.
My favorite is Simple Green and a brush. Keeps the white and black looking good without shine. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Malibu To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, February 27, 2009 2:43 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] White walls. Has anyone tried this stuff? I wonder if it will work on white letters? White Wall Wipes We know the routine all too well: Buy a new set of whitewall tires, and in a month's time, all four look like they've been immersed in pan of coffee - Yellowed. it takes a half-day's worth of scrubbing to bring the bright white back to tip-top shape. To help rectify the seasonal dilemma, Detail Pro now offers their new White Wall Wipes. The soft, premium wipes - designed specifically for daily maintenance of whitewall tires - are pre-moistened with a specially designed cleaning solution that removes brake dust and road grime at home, car shows or cruise-ins without the need for a hose and bucket. A single canister of Detail Pro's White Wall Wipes costs $5.99; two-pack, $11.98; box of six, $29.94; box of 12, $53.88. For more information or to order, call 301-627-3625, or visit their website at www.whitewallwipes.com. - By Matthew Litwin
[Chevelle-list] Back On List Again - Who Uses Outlook?
I use Outlook Express with email from gmail and from two private servers via SBCglobal DSL with no problem. Dennis McGillis 1953 3100 Just a quick survey. How many use Outlook?
Re: [Chevelle-list] Towed Home
Rick, I believe Dan has the right idea. My two year old HEI quit intermittently and replacing both coil and module cost less than $35 at partsamerica.com and took less than an hour to install. The cost was very cheap compared to the inconvenience and embarrasment of being stranded and towed. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 with 2005 Vortec 330 Hp GMPP Crate Engine HEI _ Rick, sometimes it is cheaper and saves time to buy a mew module and coil and try them separately on the car. If one or the other is bad, you will find out. If not, you can just return them. Also check the wires and end connectors. Dan _ Does anyone have a link to a page where I can determine if its the coil or module or?I found a page which had resistance values for a 4pin module in a mechanical advance HEI. But I need a page with 7pin electronic advance HEI information. Thank you. Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] sbcglobal.net
My SBC DSL (in CA) with email routed through my domain host has not had a problem with this list so far. My domain was recently blacklisted, wrongly I believe, and the blacklist company, backscatter, wants money to take me off the list. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Sunday, August 31, 2008 7:52 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] sbcglobal.net This is exactly my problem--apparently I can send, but not receive Chevelle list mail. I've received answers to my question from individuals, but not from the list itself. I guess I'll have to get another email account somewhere. Thanks, BillL I also was bounced. I could send mail to my self and receive mail from friends but nothing from the list. I could send to the list but not receive. Al explained it was SBC causing the problem. I would get one or two emails and then nothing. I called ATT to complain but to no avail. They tried to tell me it was Yahoo's doing. I don't buy it. ATT thinks the mail is spam and is blocking it. They black listed chevelle.net. The consider it a bulk (spam) mailer. If you are using sbcglobal.net and you don't have a problem yet, you will. I had to switch this account to Gmail to get the list mail. Everything is working fine so far. I only use Gmail for the chevelle list. I still use sbcglobal for all other mail. And if you download your mail to Outlook, Gmail can do that. - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, August 29, 2008 4:13 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] sbcglobal.net I got a message I was bounced from the list. Al says that sbcglobal.net is automatically bouncing list mail from its servers. Anyone else have this problem did you get it resolved?? Thanks, BillL
Re: [Chevelle-list] car cover
Hi Melanie, I recently went through this and with input from a lot of users determined California Car Cover has some of the best around, starting at about $180. I only wanted a dust cover for indoors and it just seemed like a lot of money. Costco has car covers for about $35, I bought one and it works just fine. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Melanie Lopez To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, August 25, 2008 8:22 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] car cover Anybody have suggestions on the best car cover to use for winter storage ? It will be garage kept, but still want to protect from any possible water on the outside of cover and protection from scratches to paint on the inside. Thanks.
[Chevelle-list] Trunk Lid Noise
Hi Guys, The trunk lid on my '65 Malibu squawks so loud when opening or closing that it's embarrassing. The wheel at the end of the trunk spring stops rotating at the same time the squawk begins. Oiling the center and greasing the outside of the wheel do not seem to be a cure. Last year I broke a trunk spring and replaced it with help from list member TJ Reinglin (SP?). I would love to ask his opinion about this but no longer have his email address. Worse yet, he owes me a beer! Thanks for any help. Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 cell 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack
Sorry, but who is Team Chevelle? Dennis - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, August 17, 2008 5:25 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack Dennis, Good Idea, Make the suggestion and the link through Team Chevelle - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Cc: coombe Sent: Sunday, August 17, 2008 12:02 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack Wouldn't it be nice if the folks who send out these great restoration packs would instead put the information on the GM website for anyone to download and print? Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack
Wouldn't it be nice if the folks who send out these great restoration packs would instead put the information on the GM website for anyone to download and print? Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler To: The Chevelle Mailing List Cc: coombe Sent: Saturday, August 16, 2008 10:49 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack Hullo Rick, Dennis and Dale, After the American Chevies (Impala, Chevelle Chevy II and Corvair, South Africa switched to the Holden vehicles Australia +- 1968 later named Chevrolet; Kommando, Constancia, de Ville and Caprice de Ville and then to the re-badged Opel Rekord Rangerwith the 4cyl 192ci Chevy 2 engine. Brazil had the Opala as their re-badged Opel. The later Opel models became Chevrolet 2.5, 3.8 and 4.1 models (American engines) and later as Chev Rekord, Commodore and Senator with German engines. With Chevrolet back in South African they are now selling Australian Holden as Chevrolet (Chevy Spark and Lumina) and also have original Opel and Suzuki models on sale. The mechanical parts are freely available but the trim parts must be imported from the USA. All the exterior and interior trim on this Malibu is still original 43 years old! The carpet, rooflining and seats have been re-covered. I am looking for full hubcaps to replace the original rims. I cannot import them as the cost $400, is equivilant to R3200 (SA) and does not include import duties and freight, more than triple the cost of a full set of tires or a set of mag rims. Those mags on the Malibu set me back $240 new. Visit Dayle Coombe's website http://www.moby302.co.za/ and you will get the history of Chevrolet in South Africa. Locally (SA) made Chevrolets are becoming very scarce and it appears that this 1965 Malibu may be the only surviving one. I know of three Chevelle 300's that are stil around, all 1964 models. More detail of the Malibu is to be seen at: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3134416 Many imported left hand drive vehicles (Malibu's included) are around and available, but right hand drive Chevy's and Fords are few. Johann I have a problem with GM SA as they have no inkling of the 60's and cannot assist me and the US site cannot recognise my details as it is not American. I would dearly like to get hold of the free Chevrolet restoration pack!
[Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack
RESTORATION PACK Is everyone aware that our friends at Chevrolet will mail you a free Restoration Pack containing much of what is in the assembly manual, plus a lot more? Call 800-222-1020. For 1967 and earlier have your serial number ready, for 1968 and later they'll want the VIN. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
[Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack
Hi Johann, I called the Restoration Pack folks and asked about a way to get it by email. They referred me to their website where I came up with this page: http://www.chevrolet.com/contactus/getinformation/ Good luck, Dennis - Original Message - From: Johann Grobler [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 11:57 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack Hullo Dennis, Is there an e-mail address available for us overseas guys? I have a 65 RHD Malibu Chevelle that I am restoring. You can view it at the showroom site. http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/showgallery.php/cat/500/ppuser/39452 Johann - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 8:22 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Free Chevrolet Restoration Pack RESTORATION PACK Is everyone aware that our friends at Chevrolet will mail you a free Restoration Pack containing much of what is in the assembly manual, plus a lot more? Call 800-222-1020. For 1967 and earlier have your serial number ready, for 1968 and later they'll want the VIN. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Test
It's quite dead. - Original Message - From: Malibu To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, August 09, 2008 11:56 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Test Is it dead or just quite?
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 61, Issue 12
Holley Idle Setting Hi Guys, Everything I have read about setting the idle speed on my 650CFM Holley 4160 with electric choke and vacuum secondary says to adjust the primary and secondary idle screws in equal amounts. There is no visible secondary idle screw but the data refers to one under the carb body. I understand about showing .020 of transition slot primary and secondary initial throttle blade settings. Is it then necessary to remove the carb every time you adjust the idle speed? Thanks for any help. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] more about names
Blackie is the name bestowed on the cute little '53 Chevy pickup I bought a couple of weeks ago. The lady who sold it referred to the truck as she or her. My car is just the Chevelle. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Melanie Lopez To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2008 6:21 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] more about names Sorry, I didn't mean to make the whole thing repeat itself there on my last reply so I started a new one. Thanks for all the suggestions. Would still like to hear more car names, I think it's fun. Anyway, the name Black Betty came to me last night (as in Bam A Lam, whoa Black Betty). Looked up the lyrics, that might just be the right name for her. Melanie
Re: [Chevelle-list] Antennas location
Joe, mine came stock with the antenna on the right rear fender and I wish it was on the front fender. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 6:15 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Antennas location Hey Guys, I was with Jim Hinshaw a couple of weeks ago, and asked him why Gm put the antenna up in front that it would look so much better on the rear passenger fender. He told me that some did come that way. So my question to the group is, does anyone have a 69 original with the rear antenna, and would it be possible to get a cut out with the exact location before I drill a hole in my very expensive paint. Thanks Joe P. -- It's time to go back to school! Get the latest trends and gadgets that make the grade on AOL Shopping.
[Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi Guys, My hot restart problem happened again Saturday while on a VCCA club tour. Needless to say I was not pleased when my 2005 crate 350 with HEI cranked strongly but refused to start. In two previous episodes it started 20 minutes after opening the hood. This time I waited 30 minutes and when it still wouldn't start called the Hagerty service folks and had it flatbedded the 13 miles to home. Naturally it started instantly after being deposited in my garage. Today I replaced the HEI module and coil for the awesome total of $38 from my local Kragen/Shucks/Checker store, drove it 30 minutes, shut it off 30 minutes and it started just fine. Cured? Maybe. Thanks for the help. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi Larry, Yup, I did that. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 6:21 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Dennis: I may be wrong but I thought or was told when you replace the point distributor with HEI, that the resistor wire has to be replaced as you need a full 12 volts to the HEI. Larry (Z)
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi John, Flooding was my best guess, that's why I cranked it a while with the throttle open. It was fully warmed up and the choke open. It is a 2005 GMPP crate 350 with mechanical fuel pump, 650 Holley, high torque starter and HEI ignition. This has happened twice in two years with hundreds of similar trips. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, June 02, 2008 8:01 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Do you have an electric fuel pump? If so, it could be vapor lock. Even if not, it still could be vapor lock but is less likely. Just a guess. If leaving it sit w/ the air cleaner off helps it sounds like flooding, in which case pumping the pedal will not help. Have you tried letting it sit w/ the pedal to the floor or a screwdriver holding both the choke and the throttle plate open? If that works, it's also an indication that your engine is flooding and needs to evaporate the excess fuel. What CFM carb do you have? Maybe it's too big for the engine. HTH Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Hi Guys, Thanks to those who were big help when installing a new 2005 GMPP crate 350 in my 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS. It's been running perfectly for 6,000 miles but twice in the last month refused to start after being driven more than ten miles and stopped for 20 minutes. It cranks fast but does not fire. Fuel comes from the accelerator pump and the choke is open. I tried cranking ten seconds with the accelerator on the floor and tried pumping a couple of times. No go. After letting it sit 20 minutes with the hood open and the air cleaner off it fires instantly. My guess is there is a temperature related ignition problem but for every time it doesn't start it starts just fine dozens of times. Has anyone else had this problem? Or know a solution? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 cell [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.mcgilliscompany.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi Dale, It is a possibility. Seems odd it would only do it twice in two years of driving but maybe some dirt is causing an intermittent problem. A look inside the float bowls is in order and maybe a fresh filter. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, June 02, 2008 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Good thoughts from John. Maybe the needle is sticking open or float sticking allowing excess fuel in the carb from pressure in the line when it's shut off. Dale -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Monday, June 02, 2008 10:01 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Do you have an electric fuel pump? If so, it could be vapor lock. Even if not, it still could be vapor lock but is less likely. Just a guess. If leaving it sit w/ the air cleaner off helps it sounds like flooding, in which case pumping the pedal will not help. Have you tried letting it sit w/ the pedal to the floor or a screwdriver holding both the choke and the throttle plate open? If that works, it's also an indication that your engine is flooding and needs to evaporate the excess fuel. What CFM carb do you have? Maybe it's too big for the engine. HTH Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Hi Guys, Thanks to those who were big help when installing a new 2005 GMPP crate 350 in my 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS. It's been running perfectly for 6,000 miles but twice in the last month refused to start after being driven more than ten miles and stopped for 20 minutes. It cranks fast but does not fire. Fuel comes from the accelerator pump and the choke is open. I tried cranking ten seconds with the accelerator on the floor and tried pumping a couple of times. No go. After letting it sit 20 minutes with the hood open and the air cleaner off it fires instantly. My guess is there is a temperature related ignition problem but for every time it doesn't start it starts just fine dozens of times. Has anyone else had this problem? Or know a solution? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 cell [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.mcgilliscompany.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi Rick, No and it sounds like there is no spark, no sputter or response of any kind. Both times it happened in the sun on a warm day with no diagnostic tools at hand. I can cure that on the next outing. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Rick Schaefer To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 6:06 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Have you checked for spark at the times it won't start? On Mon, Jun 2, 2008 at 10:19 PM, Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good thoughts from John. Maybe the needle is sticking open or float sticking allowing excess fuel in the carb from pressure in the line when it's shut off. Dale -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Monday, June 02, 2008 10:01 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Do you have an electric fuel pump? If so, it could be vapor lock. Even if not, it still could be vapor lock but is less likely. Just a guess. If leaving it sit w/ the air cleaner off helps it sounds like flooding, in which case pumping the pedal will not help. Have you tried letting it sit w/ the pedal to the floor or a screwdriver holding both the choke and the throttle plate open? If that works, it's also an indication that your engine is flooding and needs to evaporate the excess fuel. What CFM carb do you have? Maybe it's too big for the engine. HTH Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Hi Guys, Thanks to those who were big help when installing a new 2005 GMPP crate 350 in my 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS. It's been running perfectly for 6,000 miles but twice in the last month refused to start after being driven more than ten miles and stopped for 20 minutes. It cranks fast but does not fire. Fuel comes from the accelerator pump and the choke is open. I tried cranking ten seconds with the accelerator on the floor and tried pumping a couple of times. No go. After letting it sit 20 minutes with the hood open and the air cleaner off it fires instantly. My guess is there is a temperature related ignition problem but for every time it doesn't start it starts just fine dozens of times. Has anyone else had this problem? Or know a solution? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 cell [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.mcgilliscompany.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hey Terry, My '65 had a resistor wire but as part of he crate engine install I replaced it with heavy gage regular wire. Is there another resistor wire I don't know about inside the HEI? Thanks, Dennis S VCCA - Original Message - From: Terry S Hodges To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; The Chevelle Mailing List ; The Chevelle Mailing List Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 12:13 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Hey Dennis, A friend of mine had the same problem with his 66 Malibu after we left the Nashville Speedway last year at Chevellabration. We stopped and ate at the Sonic, thirty minutes later, the car wouldn't start. He believes now he has located the problem with it being the resistor wire that he is using to fire his HEI coil. He isn't sure yet, but before he heads out Thursday from Louisville, he is going to replace this wire. Just my two cents. Terry S Hodges ACES 05982
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi Vincent, Are you suggesting a problem with the coil inside my HEI? In my experience they are usually bulletproof but from now on I'll carry a method of checking for spark. If it happens again I'll check. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: vincent dilascio To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 11:54 AM Subject: Re: based on everyone's input don't under estimate the coil--besides would be a good excuse to put a msd distributor in with 6al box. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 8:56 AM HEI
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi Larry, Yup, I did that. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2008 6:21 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Restart Dennis: I may be wrong but I thought or was told when you replace the point distributor with HEI, that the resistor wire has to be replaced as you need a full 12 volts to the HEI. Larry (Z) -- Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch Cooking with Tyler Florence on AOL Food.
[Chevelle-list] Hot Restart
Hi Guys, Thanks to those who were big help when installing a new 2005 GMPP crate 350 in my 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS. It's been running perfectly for 6,000 miles but twice in the last month refused to start after being driven more than ten miles and stopped for 20 minutes. It cranks fast but does not fire. Fuel comes from the accelerator pump and the choke is open. I tried cranking ten seconds with the accelerator on the floor and tried pumping a couple of times. No go. After letting it sit 20 minutes with the hood open and the air cleaner off it fires instantly. My guess is there is a temperature related ignition problem but for every time it doesn't start it starts just fine dozens of times. Has anyone else had this problem? Or know a solution? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 cell [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.mcgilliscompany.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Off Topic - Disposing of Wheels
Sorry, Jim, I'm in Orange County, CA. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2008 6:33 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Off Topic - Disposing of Wheels Dennis, Where did you get the new(used) wheels? If you lived closer I would pick up your old ones. My '99 Avalon's alloy wheels are corroded very badly from the salt they use on the roads here in western NY. Been looking in the junkyards for even Camry wheels as a temporary solution. Can't decide if I want the 21 or 22 inch chrome spinners. JK Jim __ Hi Guys, A new set of used aluminum wheels were purchased for my Toyota Avalon this weekend. I need to dispose of four excellent 15 steel wheels with plastic wheel covers. The tires are 205/65-R15, two are used and two are very worn due to an alignment problem which wore the inner edge. The covers are in pretty good shape with only small rash areas. The question is how to dispose of them. At most they might be worth $50. I prefer not to mess with trying to sell them but hate to put them in a landfill if someone can use them. I would happily give them to anyone who would pick them up in OC. Do you have any ideas? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 cell
[Chevelle-list] Off Topic - Disposing of Wheels
Hi Guys, A new set of used aluminum wheels were purchased for my Toyota Avalon this weekend. I need to dispose of four excellent 15 steel wheels with plastic wheel covers. The tires are 205/65-R15, two are used and two are very worn due to an alignment problem which wore the inner edge. The covers are in pretty good shape with only small rash areas. The question is how to dispose of them. At most they might be worth $50. I prefer not to mess with trying to sell them but hate to put them in a landfill if someone can use them. I would happily give them to anyone who would pick them up in OC. Do you have any ideas? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-533-7211 cell
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 57, Issue 34
Mine was washed a few weeks ago for the first time in three years. It was so dirty after a muddy freeway drive following a rainy car show that I ran it through the all-hands carwash! Then, of course I spent some time getting the water out of the rear window bottom trim. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2008 11:00 AM Subject: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 57, Issue 34 Send Chevelle-list mailing list submissions to chevelle-list@chevelles.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to [EMAIL PROTECTED] You can reach the person managing the list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than Re: Contents of Chevelle-list digest... Today's Topics: 1. Re: Window Trim (William Cross) 2. Re: Window Trim (Trooper) 3. To Wash or Not To Wash? (Walter) ___ Chevelle-list mailing list Chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 56, Issue 23
Besides one for my Chevelle, they also supplied one for my 1936 Chevy pickup. It is a great package and the price is right, including postage! Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 8:56 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 56, Issue 23 That's different. I have kits for 65 through 72 Chevelles as well as a 67 and 69 El Camino kit plus a 74 Corvette. Of them all, I've actually 'owned' the 67 Chevelle, 67 El Camino, and 74 Vette. Just to make sure the phone number I have listed on my site is correct and there's still no charge for the kit, I ordered one for a 69 El Camino not 2-3 weeks ago. Hmmm. That indicates to me they must have some way of verifying at least some VINs if they can come back with a registered owner's name. Do you live in Michigan by chance? Maybe they can check Michigan records since they're located there. Very interesting indeed. Dale McIntosh ChevelleCD.com ChevelleStuff.com -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 16, 2008 10:28 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 56, Issue 23 In a message dated 3/22/2008 12:23:03 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: As far as I know (and I don?t see how they would), they don?t check to see if you really own the car you?re supplying the VIN for ? When I called about my resto kit for my 71' Chevelle I gave her my VIN number and she saidthis car is owned by blank, blank Samuels? Which actually my husband bought it and had thought put it in my name. So that was a mistake but it is registered in my name as far as for the tags and title in my state as owner. .:*¨¨*:..Connie.:*¨¨*:..
Re: [Chevelle-list] Its Alive!!
Congratulations, Josh! I had the same rush two years ago when mine fired for the first time. The pre-lube trick of turning the crank came to me via the list and I am happy to be able to pass it along. Dennis - Original Message - From: Josh Campbell To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, February 29, 2008 7:30 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Its Alive!! Hey guys just thought I would drop a line and say I fired up the '71 tonight. I got the prelubing figured out just had to roll it over a few times (thanks Dennis!). Sounds great, need to do a little tuning and such but its running!!! I love the sound of open headers (so nice not having neighbors, especially since I started it at 9:00). Anyway now its off to replacing the body bushings and then its to stripping and bodywork!! Josh Campbell 66 SS 396 (Black on the rotisseree, 1st car never part with it) 66 SS 396 (Red got it on a trade I only wanted the steering wheel) 87 Monte Carlo SS (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on) -- Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Oiling Problem
Hi Josh, My new 2005 crate 350 had the same problem and someone on the list pointed out you need to occasionally rotate the crank and then prime some more. A few 90 degree rotations each followed by priming for a couple of minutes and I had oil everywhere. Good luck! Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Josh Campbell To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2008 5:19 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Oiling Problem Hey guys I got ready to fire the 350 tonight that I built for the 71 and I ran into a little problem. First off when I heard they were changing the formula of diesel oil I ran out and bought a few gallons a few months ago to be able to break in a few last engines with it before I had to go with something else, its Rotella 15W-40 so anyway I topped off the motor and started priming... about 5 minutes into it all of the drivers side bank was well oiled. 25 minutes later there is still no oil coming from the passenger side! What could I have left out to cause this? I poured a little oil down that side to see if anything would pick up and I primed for awhile longer but still nothing. The oil pump is pumping at a steady 45 psi with the 1500 rpm drill I was turning it with. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. Josh Campbell 66 SS 396 (Black on the rotisseree, 1st car never part with it) 66 SS 396 (Red got it on a trade I only wanted the steering wheel) 87 Monte Carlo SS (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on) -- Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Oiling Problem
My own fight with pre-oiling took days. I tried using the blade from my favorite long screwdriver - no pressure. A list member pointed out that you need a primer which covers oil ports in the distributor hole. Bought one and got pressure but like yours, the oil came up through the rockers on only one bank. Another list member pointed out the trick of turning the crank, I assume flow is metered by one of the main bearings. This list is a great resource. Dennis - Original Message - From: Josh Campbell To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, February 24, 2008 4:05 PM Subject: Re: Oiling Problem I got this same tip from a dirttracker friend of mine today, I'm going to try it out tomorrow evening and see what happens. I'll keep you all posted. Thanks. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Josh, My new 2005 crate 350 had the same problem and someone on the list pointed out you need to occasionally rotate the crank and then prime some more. A few 90 degree rotations each followed by priming for a couple of minutes and I had oil everywhere. Good luck! Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Josh Campbell To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2008 5:19 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Oiling Problem Hey guys I got ready to fire the 350 tonight that I built for the 71 and I ran into a little problem. First off when I heard they were changing the formula of diesel oil I ran out and bought a few gallons a few months ago to be able to break in a few last engines with it before I had to go with something else, its Rotella 15W-40 so anyway I topped off the motor and started priming... about 5 minutes into it all of the drivers side bank was well oiled. 25 minutes later there is still no oil coming from the passenger side! What could I have left out to cause this? I poured a little oil down that side to see if anything would pick up and I primed for awhile longer but still nothing. The oil pump is pumping at a steady 45 psi with the 1500 rpm drill I was turning it with. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. Josh Campbell 66 SS 396 (Black on the rotisseree, 1st car never part with it) 66 SS 396 (Red got it on a trade I only wanted the steering wheel) 87 Monte Carlo SS (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on) -- Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. Josh Campbell 66 SS 396 (Black on the rotisseree, 1st car never part with it) 66 SS 396 (Red got it on a trade I only wanted the steering wheel) 87 Monte Carlo SS (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on) --
[Chevelle-list] 283 Flexplate Removal
Wow, a little PB Blaster and it practically fell off! I'm a PB fan now. Dennis *** Sometimes you might need to squirt a little lube on the center to get it loose. I prefer PB Blaster, great stuff. Try twisting it as you are removing it but you might also have to resort giving it a few love taps with a rubber mallet. Josh Campbell *** Tonight I'm trying to remove the flexplate on the original 283 from my 1965 Chevelle. The bolts are out but it doesn't come away easily. Is there a suggested procedure for removal? Does it require a puller? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350
[Chevelle-list] 283 Flexplate Removal
Hi Guys, Tonight I'm trying to remove the flexplate on the original 283 from my 1965 Chevelle. The bolts are out but it doesn't come away easily. Is there a suggested procedure for removal? Does it require a puller? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350
[Chevelle-list] Hello? / Engine Storage Box
The list does seem unusually quiet. Maybe no one is working on their cars. I received the plastic shipping crate ($220 from www.scribnerplastics.com) to store my original 283. Now the trick will be to mount the engine and wrestle it to the storage place. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 From: Bill Bradley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2008 6:52 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hullo?? i'm so glad to see something in my inbox other than spam! Josh Campbell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So I take it everyone is busy little bees in thier garages? Over the weekend I got the motor/ tranny installed in the '71 and I also replaced the drivers outside door handle on the Monte (has anyone ever seen any of those cars with the original door handles intact?). Haven't fired it yet had to blast/ paint a few misc. items before I could do anything, and then I got the flu. Peachy. Anyway just thought I would post something. Josh Campbell 66 SS 396 (Black on the rotisseree, 1st car never part with it) 66 SS 396 (Red got it on a trade I only wanted the steering wheel) 87 Monte Carlo SS (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on)
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hello? / Engine Storage Box
Hi Jim, Is it the plastic storage box or the $220 that is overkill? The 283 will be stored outdoors and even with our temperate southern California climate it would rust badly if just sitting on the pallet so I found the box and also an engine bag from Eastwood which is supposed to minimize corrosion. And yup, I did all the normal things to preserve it. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Jim H. Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2008 4:36 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Hello? / Engine Storage Box Isn't that overkill? Did you flush the cooling system and change the oil? Spray the cylinders down to keep the rings from rusting? * The list does seem unusually quiet. Maybe no one is working on their cars. I received the plastic shipping crate ($220 from www.scribnerplastics.com) to store my original 283. Now the trick will be to mount the engine and wrestle it to the storage place. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Spare Engine Storage
Hi Larry, This sure looks like the right folks. Thanks! Dennis - Original Message - From: Larry Williams [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, December 18, 2007 8:13 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spare Engine Storage By Sacramento. http://www.scribnerplastics.com/advert1.htm Larry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Guys, A plastic shipping container like those used by some engine suppliers sounds like a good solution for storing my extra 283 engine.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Spare Engine Storage
The plastic engine container sounds great, do you have any idea where to find one? Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, December 17, 2007 7:31 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spare Engine Storage Dennis, My first thought is one of those plastic shipping containers. I'm pretty sure some people make and ship thier engines in themthat way it would be sealed from anything. I'd spray some oil over everything, wrap it up in a thick plastic storage bag(they sell these), put in that plastic shipping container and call it good. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Sun, 16 Dec 2007 1:02 pm Subject: [Chevelle-list] Spare Engine Storage Hi Guys, my good-running original 100,000 mile 283 has been in my buddy's warehouse since I installed a new 350 crate engine last year. Now he needs the space and there is not room in my garage. Is outdoor storage a viable option? Here in OC there is no worry about extreme weather but would condensation rust everything? My Chevelle is a nice original car and a future owner (or even me) might want it back to original someday. Any thoughts? Thanks, Dennis McGillis [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 -- More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail!
[Chevelle-list] Spare Engine Storage
Hi Guys, A plastic shipping container like those used by some engine suppliers sounds like a good solution for storing my extra 283 engine. Calls to local engine suppliers and a search of Jeg's and Summit websites have not turned up anyone willing to sell one and my search of ebay did not prove fruitful. Does anyone know of a source? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 949-553-7211 cell [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.mcgilliscompany.com
[Chevelle-list] Spare Engine Storage
Hi Guys, my good-running original 100,000 mile 283 has been in my buddy's warehouse since I installed a new 350 crate engine last year. Now he needs the space and there is not room in my garage. Is outdoor storage a viable option? Here in OC there is no worry about extreme weather but would condensation rust everything? My Chevelle is a nice original car and a future owner (or even me) might want it back to original someday. Any thoughts? Thanks, Dennis McGillis [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] knee knocker tacs
Hey, Jeff, it's good to see you on the list! You will be a good asset for the guys. Dennis McGillis 949-551-4821 phone 949-553-7211 cell [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.mcgilliscompany.com - Original Message - From: Jeff Paulin To: The Chevelle Mailing List Cc: True Connections Sent: Saturday, December 15, 2007 8:48 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] knee knocker tacs Buy a reproduction Tach specific for your car and RPM range of your motor from True Connections in Riverside Calif. The repro's look just like the origional - and work out of the box. They stock and sell parts for just Chevelles. They can help make sure you are getting exactly what you want and the tach will work. I would be very careful about buying used electrical items off e-bay. Jeff Malibu [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The '65 was an in dash tach. The '66 is the knee knocker. It's chrome and mounts below the dash. The '67 mounts below the overhang on the dash and has the left turn signal in it. - Original Message - From: ronnie, a.k.a. rocko To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, December 15, 2007 9:44 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] knee knocker tacs Hello, just got off of ebay and a seller had listed a knee knocker tac, a nice item indeed, this one has the chrome finish, it is listed for a 65 66 and 67, it looks to be out of a 66 to me, my understanding is the 67 had a black plastic finish, the 66 was chrome and a little cooler looking, and as far as a 65 really dont know what that year came with, any insight from you guys would be helpful, thanks, ronnie -- Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.
Re: [Chevelle-list] engine question
Hi Bob, My '65 has a GMPP crate 350 with 330 HP and 380 Lb-Ft. It costs about $3500 complete with HEI, plugs and wires, aluminum intake, electric choke 650 cfm Holley, water pump, flex plate, air cleaner, etc. Bolted to the original Powerglide with 3.31 rear and the original exhaust manifolds it has plenty of power for a street cruiser. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: BOBBY Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 12:38 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] engine question Iam trying to decide on an engine for my 70 chevelle. I really like the looks of the 350/320hp turn key that Jegs has. But then again, should I go the extra step and get the 383 stroker. Is anybody running either of these two motors in a 70. And if so can you tell me how you like it. And also, does anybody know who has the best deals on either of these two crate motors. Thanks so much for your input. Bob.
[Chevelle-list] Any exp with Clssic Car insurance...
Three members of my local VCCA chapter had significant claims with Hagerty this year. All were impressed with their speed, cooperation, understanding and service. Last night at a regular monthly meeting we had a presentation by AAA for their classic auto insurance which caused this to come to light. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: SLWeaver To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, November 28, 2007 9:03 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Any exp with Clssic Car insurance...any1 lookingfor a 72 SS 350 Does any one here have experience good/bad/whatever with any of the classic car insurance firms out there? They appear to offer pretty good savings over regular Geico/Allstate/etc. and include agreed value. I am thinking of selling my 72 SS 350 ...[to a good home] L48, Automatic, number matching, Mohave Gold/Tan, been mothballed since 98 Anyone interested? SLWeaver
Re: [Chevelle-list] just quiet? - Chat Room?
How do we get to the chat room? Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, November 12, 2007 8:06 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] unsubscribe or just quiet? If you want some action!!! Go to the chat room,Thats fun!!! www.howardsbackyardautobody.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Small block lifting points
Hi Pete, Longer manifold or head bolts at front and rear will work. New crate engines come with lifting tabs that bolt to holes on the front of the head on driver side and back of the head on passenger side. Pulling engine and trans together is the best way and the tilt mechanism makes it much easier. Good luck, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: chevelle292wagon dejazzd.com To: Chevelle-list Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 7:25 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Small block lifting points A dumb question maybe: Where do you attach to a 64 283 to lift engine and tranny as a unit? I've only done a V-8 once! I think I used two intake manifold bolt holes but thought I'd ask. Is it worth buying an engine tilter? Thanks. Pete
Re: [Chevelle-list] starter starter wiring
John, I cured a hard start when hot problem on my '65 Chevelle's new crate engine by returning the $50 rebuilt starter and upgrading to a $200 gear reduction starter. Hot start problems are gone. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, October 26, 2007 1:20 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] starter starter wiring I'm having some bad luck w/ starters. They seem to just burn up if try to start the engine when it's hot. I hear 1 click, and then that starter never works again. I replaced one on July 5th and it's already fried (and I hardly ever even drive the car). This is a 1969 EC w/ 283/TH350 combo stock x-mans. I also have always had a problem where the yellow lead to the solenoid is hot any time the key is in the run position. Because of this, I can't hook up the starter wiring properly. Instead I have a lead running from the battery to the cab and another going from the cab to the solenoid. To start the engine I have to have the key on and then short the two wires. I have always assumed that this is caused by a bad ignition switch. The wiring harness was purchased new from MH and shouldn't be the problem. The battery was replaced in August '07. Any thoughts on why I'm burning through starters so quickly or why my solenoid wire is hot while in the run position are appreciated. I need to get this sorted out because I have gotten stuck twice now with dead starters. Also, does anyone know the length of the positive battery cable? I want to replace mine while I have the starter out. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] starter starter wiring
Yes, the gear reduction starters are smaller, lighter and more powerful than the old cast iron ones our cars came with. Also more expensive. Dennis - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, October 27, 2007 10:54 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] starter starter wiring Thanks Dennis, Is that the same thing as a mini-starter? I guess without a doubt I should be getting one at least for the '70 Malibu if not the '69 EC. The '70 has headers. Hopefully it will be running soon. The '69 has stock x-mans but the pipes still come very close to the starter. John Quoting Dennis.McGillis [EMAIL PROTECTED]: John, I cured a hard start when hot problem on my '65 Chevelle's new crate engine by returning the $50 rebuilt starter and upgrading to a $200 gear reduction starter. Hot start problems are gone. Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] starter starter wiring
Wow, from $58 is a heck of a deal! They are about $200 on some sites. I could not find where it says, are they new or rebuilt? Dennis - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, October 27, 2007 11:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] starter starter wiring I just had my old Power Master mini starter give after 10 years of abuse. I bought a new one from these guys who came highly recommended. It works great and has enough power to crank over my 454 with no problem. http://www.db-starter-alternator.com/Items/st100 Pat -- See what's new at AOL.com and Make AOL Your Homepage.
[Chevelle-list] ALL-CHEVY SHOW in Orange County, CA
ALL-CHEVY SHOW in Orange County, CA Hi Guys, Many list members have been to this show before. This is an open invitation for everyone to come by and spend time with other folks who love old Chevrolets, whether you enter your Chevelle or not. Best regards, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 949-533-7211 cell phone - ALL CHEVY SHOW - Oct 14 in Tustin (Two weeks!) With 350 crate engine drawing, raffle, music, awards, old Chevy cars and trucks, fire trucks, police vehicles, ambulances, dash plaques, goodie bags, T-shirts, etc. There are lots of vendors, restaurants and stores, plus plenty of nearby parking. This is a very nice show where the whole family will have a good time. - WHERE Enderle Center, in Tustin, CA. On 17th Street, just east of 55 freeway - WHEN October 14, 2007, 9:00 to 3:00 - WHO 1982 and older Chevrolet vehicles are welcome. More than 40 peer judged awards will be presented to 200 original and modified cars and trucks. Presented by Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, Orange County region. VCCA judging is available for original vehicles. $25 entry until October 6, $35 after. No charge for spectators. Many Chevelles will be there, including mine! - FLYER with application and info: http://idisk.mac.com/mws55/Public/carshowflyer.pdf Club website: www.ocvcca.org
[Chevelle-list] ALL-CHEVY SHOW in Orange County
Hi Guys, Many list members have been to this show before. Please consider this an open invitation for everyone to come on by, enter your Chevelle and spend time with other folks who love old Chevrolets. Best regards, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 949-533-7211 cell phone ALL CHEVY SHOW With 350 crate engine drawing, raffle, music, awards, dash plaques, goodie bags, restaurants, T-shirts, etc. A very nice show where everyone will have a good time. - WHERE Enderle Center, in Tustin, CA. On 17th Street, just east of 55 freeway - WHEN October 14, 2007, 9:00 to 3:00 - WHO 1982 and older Chevrolet vehicles are welcome. More than 40 peer judged awards will be presented to 200 original and modified cars and trucks. Presented by Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, Orange County region. VCCA judging is available for original vehicles. - FLYER with application and info: http://idisk.mac.com/mws55/Public/carshowflyer.pdf Club website: www.ocvcca.org
Re: [Chevelle-list] License Plate Sticker Removal
Goo Gone and Goof-Off seem to be clear favorites. I'll try one soon and report back. Thanks guys, Dennis McGillis - Original Message - From: mike f To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2007 6:12 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] License Plate Sticker Removal That's what I was going to say. I keep thinking goo-gone or something like that. - Original Message From: Malibu [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Dennis McGillis [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2007 4:44:14 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] License Plate Sticker Removal Buy a can of GOOF OFF. It's the size of a can of lighter fluid. You should be able to find it in the hardware or where they sell paint. It's what I use. It's safe and fast. - Original Message - From: Dennis McGillis To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, July 28, 2007 6:33 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] License Plate Sticker Removal Hi Guys, My original 1965 CA black plate has many (at least 9) layers of license plate stickers. Has anyone had good results when removing them? My 2008 sticker just came in the mail and I'd like to remove the underlying several before applying so it looks better. Using my heat gun followed by some WD4-40 sounds quick and easy, does it work? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350 -- Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games.
Re: [Chevelle-list] JUNK Sanderson headers
Agreed. When bolting a 350 GMPP crate motor in my '65 SS the original cast manifolds were the easiest thing to use, particularly for mounting the original alternator and A/C compressor. When I was 21 years old and wanted the fastest car in my neighborhood, headers would be mandatory, but since I was 21 in 1965 it is less important now. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2007 6:19 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] JUNK Sanderson headers I use what Gm provided. No problems after 40 years. Yeah, get headers and headaches. I have to laugh as I go out crusing every nite, while some post problems on this site. Am I missing somtthing? gm66
Re: [Chevelle-list] power tour
Where is the Power Tour? Thanks, Dennis McGillis - Original Message - From: Bob Haggard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, April 05, 2007 4:59 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] power tour I'm in Georgia and we are going. It will be a 2,800 mile trip. Bob Haggard From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/04/04 Wed PM 11:22:06 EDT To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] power tour Hi, guys was wondering if anyone in Michigan is going on the 07 Power tour? This is my first post although I look in on the site often See ya at the power tour.. no rain
[Chevelle-list] Off List - Stripped Spark Plug
My son's 2002 Expedition just spit out a spark plug which stripped the threads. There seems to be no room to get drilling or tapping tools at it while in the car. A San Diego dealer wants to remove the aluminum head and either replace it for $3500 or install a helicoil for $800. Does anyone know of a better (cheaper) way to cure this? Thanks, Dennis McGillis
Re: [Chevelle-list] 1965 Chevelle 15 Wheels Covers?
Thanks Dale, Maybe an Impala SS 15 wheel and cover is the answer. That is the way I have always removed heater hoses and this one is so tight I am hoping to find a better way. Thanks, Dennis McGillis, 1965 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'Dennis McGillis' ; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 6:58 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 1965 Chevelle 15 Wheels Covers? Available? Yes in the aftermarket, no from Chevrolet. Tire sizes for 1965 Chevelles included 6.95x14, 7.35x14 and 7.75x14. The full size car had 15-inch wheels (15x5 or 15x5.5 for police cars) in 65 according to my parts book. There was also a 3-bar spinner wheel cover available on the full size SS. The best way to remove old heater hose, in my opinion, is to (1) loosen/remove clamp then (2) with a box cutter type knife, slit the hose lengthwise while it's on the heater core bung. Slitting the hose also makes it easier to remove from the fittings on the intake and/or water pump as well. Dale McIntosh 1966/67 Chevelle Reference CDs ACES #1709/TC GOLD #92 -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dennis McGillis Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 8:14 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] 1965 Chevelle 15 Wheels Covers? Hi Guys, 1. Was there a 15 wheel available for 1965 Chevelles? 2. If so, was there a 15 wheel cover for it? www.mcgilliscompany.com/Images/Family/Malibu/MalibuPage.htm 3. You knew this was coming: If so, does anyone know where to buy them? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] FW: FW:Fw: PLEEEEEEASE REEEEEEAD! IT WAS ON GOODMORNING AMERICA TODAY SHOW
Fw: FW:Fw: PLEEASE REEAD! IT WAS ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA TODAY SHOWPlease don't put junk like this on the list until after you get the $245. Dennis McGillis
Re: [Chevelle-list] Need Help - Magazine Archives
My vote is to have all past articles permanently on the publisher's website for future reference! Dennis McGillis - Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, September 01, 2006 6:15 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Need some advice/help Thanks guys for all the suggestions. I've been out of town for a couple days and am just now checking back. I have thought about cutting out articles, putting them in plastic sleeves, and cataloging them in the computer. That's a project for a slower time. I think I'll get the magazine binders and put an index or inventoryin my computer.As time permits article details could be added. Sounds like the publishersshould offer an index. I know a mag called ShopNotes offered one with a subscription renewal and PCWorld or PC Magazine had oneyears ago. I wouldn't think it would be difficult or expensive for them to do it. They should have all the info needed. Thanks again. Jim
[Chevelle-list] All Chevy Show In Orange County, CA
Here is a nice Southern California event with Chevelle classes. ALL CHEVY SHOW By Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, Orange County RegionSunday, October 8, 2006. Enderle Center in Tustin, CA.(On 17th and Yorba, just east of 55 freeway) 9:00 to 3:00 Stock and modified classes, goodie bags, awards, raffle, 50-50, music. $25 pre-registration, $35 after September 30.Info: Jim Sabrina 714-633-8210 or Kelly 949-472-8458.Flyer: www.ocvcca.org/enderle.html Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Satisfaction Guarantee
Jim, that is a terrific story. My recent experience with Danchuk in Santa Ana, CA was not nearly so friendly. Last November I bought a new SBC short water pump for my crate motor installation. By April 1 it was finally running, but with an occasional whine at idle. I recently found it to be the water pump, by using a stethoscope. When I told them about it they said it was too bad but the warrantee is only 90 days. The solution: I bought another one and will return the faulty November pump in the June box. Dennis McGillis 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, June 23, 2006 8:15 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Satisfaction Guarantee Performance Suspension Components of Phoenix, AZ. I was just going to reorder the correct part, hopefully with a little discount. They told me to send it back and they would replace it. That truly is Exceeding Customer Expectations.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires
Hi Larry, Your big block does look great. Please tell me about your plug wire guides. Do you know if there is something similar for late model small blocks? Do they screw onto the side of the head? Thanks, Dennis McGillis '65 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 6:27 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Jim, Thanks for the kudos. The air cleaner is a combination of a drop down base, a 14x2.5 inch KN Filtercharger, and the top is a KN X-stream filter top that is supposed to add 500+ cfm of airflow. I had to go with this combination to overcome my clearance issue in my 66 brought on by the use of the Edelbrock Performer RPM Airgap intake. Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 9:19 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Larry, That is beautiful. I will use it as a guideformine.Interesting air cleaner. What is it?? Jim S. - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 9:03 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Ditto. I also bought the MSD p/n 35379 for the big blocks which are 8.5mm spiral wound 50 ohm wires with the bendable ends. They are red with gray boots. As a sidenote about MSD as a company, when I assembled my engine, I took it in to have it dyno'ed. In the process, I lost my coil wire. Not being able to find a suitable replacement at Summit, I called MSD. They sent one out at no charge. Way to go MSD! Here's a picture of my engine with the wires. www.fuglybrothers.com/images/engine5-16-06.jpg Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Devin To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 12:57 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires I found that MSD Multi-angle ends worked best with my BB and Hooker headers. They can each be bent to fit their particular location. Devin - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2006 8:33 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires I've been meaning to ask for a recomendation on wires as well. I have a 69 396SS with Hooker Comp headers and I'm needing toreplace the plug wires. Any brands to avoid? 45 degree boots? 135 degree boots? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: May 23, 2006 9:05 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) I bought some of the Taylor 8MM spiral wound wires. Just plain black, with the 45 degree boots. You can get them straight, or 90 degree also. They appear stock, only giveaway is some white writing on them.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires
Thanks Larry, my late model small block hasvalve cover bolts in the center rather than the edge. Summit shows them for center bolt valve covers but it would not look nearly as clean as yours. Thanks, Dennis McGillis '65 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 9:35 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Dennis, I bought those at www.summitracing.com The part number for mine is RNM-1102P. If you do a search with just RNM- in the search box, you will see them all. They come in polished, red or blue for all kinds of applications. To install, you just back out two of your valve cover bolts, match up the holes and put the bolts back in. It costs around $40. Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 11:41 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Hi Larry, Your big block does look great. Please tell me about your plug wire guides. Do you know if there is something similar for late model small blocks? Do they screw onto the side of the head? Thanks, Dennis McGillis '65 Malibu SS-350 - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 6:27 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Jim, Thanks for the kudos. The air cleaner is a combination of a drop down base, a 14x2.5 inch KN Filtercharger, and the top is a KN X-stream filter top that is supposed to add 500+ cfm of airflow. I had to go with this combination to overcome my clearance issue in my 66 brought on by the use of the Edelbrock Performer RPM Airgap intake. Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Jim Sullivan To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 9:19 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Larry, That is beautiful. I will use it as a guideformine.Interesting air cleaner. What is it?? Jim S. - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 9:03 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires Ditto. I also bought the MSD p/n 35379 for the big blocks which are 8.5mm spiral wound 50 ohm wires with the bendable ends. They are red with gray boots. As a sidenote about MSD as a company, when I assembled my engine, I took it in to have it dyno'ed. In the process, I lost my coil wire. Not being able to find a suitable replacement at Summit, I called MSD. They sent one out at no charge. Way to go MSD! Here's a picture of my engine with the wires. www.fuglybrothers.com/images/engine5-16-06.jpg Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Devin To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2006 12:57 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires I found that MSD Multi-angle ends worked best with my BB and Hooker headers. They can each be bent to fit their particular location. Devin - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2006 8:33 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Spark plug wires I've been meaning to ask for a recomendation on wires as well. I have a 69 396SS with Hooker Comp headers and I'm needing toreplace the plug wires. Any brands to avoid? 45 degree boots? 135 degree boots? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: May 23, 2006 9:05 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) I bought some of the Taylor 8MM spiral wound wires. Just plain black, with the 45 degree boots. You can get them straight, or 90 degree also. They appear stock, only giveaway is some white writing on them.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Exhaust
In the '50s, '60s and '70s glasspacks and turbos were popular. Long glasspacks give a low rumble, short ones can be loud. Turbos are not so low pitched and have a mellow sound. Dennis - Original Message - From: Dan Mascheck To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 4:02 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Exhaust I have 3 stainless Magnaflow's on my 72, and its great, and has a nice throaty sound! Texas Quality Exhaust in Houston built mine and does wonderful work! From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 5:47 AMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Exhaust In a message dated 5/12/2006 3:53:57 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have a 71 SS Convertible with a 90's 350 motor. I want to upgrade the exhaust from the motor to the tips. I'd like it to sound more old school and I don't want it to sound like a new Mustang if you know what I mean. Any thoughts would be appreciated.Thanks,Mark Nothing can make it sound like that, Mustangs have their own distinctive sound. Check out Pypes or Magnaflow. They have some nice systems. Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list] Silicone Plug Wires
Hi Karl, I've been doing engine work for over 40 years and am just about to fire up my brand new 350. I was considering doing itwithout ignition wire looms but am now rethinking it. My ignorance about whether it would harm the silicone wires was easily cured by asking the Chevelle list, I keep my laptop in the garage while working there. Unfortunately, for Vin to learnpunctuation and capitalization will require several years of middle school and high school English classes. Thanks for the help. Dennis - Original Message - From: Karl Groves To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' ; 'Dennis McGillis' Sent: Monday, March 13, 2006 7:36 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Silicone Plug Wires This, coming from the guy whose grammatical masterpieces include: "just drain the oil's and fuel start a new you'll be fine" "people are there worst enemy to them selves." and: "very cool---I've after being in auto bus. alot off stuff is interchangeable." or this wonderful, oh-so-cohesive treatise: http://chevelles.net/pipermail/chevelle-list_chevelles.net/2006-February/019368.html Really now. I think you have little room to be calling other people "the dumbest dumb people" when you can't manage basic grammar spelling or form a cohesive thought. Was Dennis' question kind of "dumb"? Yeah, but he's probably new to this kind of stuff. You, on the other hand, are obviously an adult, yet you lack the intellectual fortitude to properly usehomophones, which kids learn in 2nd grade. Don't be a dick when someone doesn't know something that you do. Ignore their question, or offer up a helpful answer. Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comWill Work For Parts:http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3 From: vin [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, March 13, 2006 9:57 AMTo: Dennis McGillis; The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Silicone Plug Wires you guys are the dumbest dumb people - Original Message - From: Dennis McGillis To: Clint Hooper ; The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, March 12, 2006 9:00 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Silicone Plug Wires Thanks Clint, so if I lay them on the manifolds how they will suffer? Will they melt, or short out? Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: Dennis McGillis ; The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, March 12, 2006 5:58 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Silicone Plug Wires Nope. They are heat-resistant,,not heat-proof. Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Dennis McGillis Can I lay my silicone plug wires right on the stock exhaust manifolds and expect them to survive without any problem? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS-350
Re: [Chevelle-list] Questions and advise
You made the parking lights come on with the headlights.Dothe headlights now come on with the parking lights? Dennis McGillis '65 Malibu SS-(Soon to be) 350 - Original Message - From: Malibu65 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 11:22 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Questions and advise I had that same question in the mid 70's when I was an electronics tech school student. I wanted tomake my parking lights stay on. So on my '65 I removed the headlight switch to see what I could do.I noticed a small brass shorting bar on the switch's pins. After poking around with a meter I foundthat I could move a lug in the connector to the pin over the shorting bar. It took working the lug outof the connector with a paper clip and putting it back in the right hole. I added those amber bulbsto the front and my parking lights have come on with the headlights for years.Chuck65 Malibu 327 - 4 speed
[Chevelle-list] Trans Shop In Las Vegas
My friend in Las Vegas, NV is having a shift quality problem on his 1965 Malibu 327 Powerglide. Does anyone know of a trans shopin LV that speaks Powerglide? Thanks, Dennis McGillis 1965 Malibu SS- (soon to be) 350
Re: [Chevelle-list] A little rant
The problem is with AOL. Unless you highlight the original message before replying, it is not included.Dennis McGillis1965 SS-(soon to be) 350- Original Message - From: Karl Groves To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Friday, January 27, 2006 3:23 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A little rant Just a tip - you might want to quote the e-mail to which you're responding. It will help people understand what you're talking about (because "cool" doesn't mean anything without people knowing what you're saying is cool). In case you don't know how to quote, here's a page that tells how - http://email.about.com/cs/aoltips/qt/et010203.htm Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comWill Work For Parts:http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 26, 2006 9:39 PMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A little rant cool
[Chevelle-list] 1970 LS5 For Sale?
My friend here in Southern California is in the market for a nice, correct 1970 454 Chevelle coupe. Does anyone know of any for sale? I'll pass along anything. Thanks, Dennis McGillis
Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Paint
That sounds like a good solution. Their website sells Chevrolet Orange for $19 per pint, enough to do an engine. Thanks,Dennis McGillis - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 1:55 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Paint POR 15 now has and sells Orange Chevy paint might be something you should look into to.Joe P.
[Chevelle-list] Engine Paint
My crate engine came black but every Chevy I have seen is orange. Does anyone have experience with Dupli-Color 500 degreeEngine Enamel? It comes in Chevrolet Orange DE1620 spray cans. Is it a correct color for '60s Chevy V8s? Does it last? Thanks, Dennis McGillis '65 SS - (Soon to be 350)
Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Paint
What is better about Plasti-kote? Color? Durability? Some folks have said I should use POR-15. Thanks, Dennis - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, December 12, 2005 10:27 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Paint IMO you'll be better off with the Plasti-kote brand. At 12:09 PM 12/12/2005, you wrote: My crate engine came black but every Chevy I have seen is orange. Does anyone have experience with Dupli-Color 500 degree Engine Enamel? It comes in Chevrolet Orange DE1620 spray cans. Is it a correct color for '60s Chevy V8s? Does it last? Thanks, Dennis McGillis '65 SS - (Soon to be 350)
Re: [Chevelle-list] Anyone home?
Maybe everyone is on vacation this week. Dennis McGillis '65 Malibu SS in process of getting a 350 - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 8:15 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Anyone home? Sure has been quiet today. Clint Hooper HH Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
[Chevelle-list] 1965 327 Exhaust Manifolds
1. A 350 is going into my 1965 SS. Instead of headers I may run stock 327 exhaust manifolds toeliminate mounting issues with my A/C pump, alternator, and power steering pump. I assume 327 manifolds will flow better than my 283 manifolds. Is this true? 2. Does anyone in Southern California have a pair of'64 to '67327 exhaust manifolds for sale at a reasonable price? Thanks, Dennis McGillis949-551-4821 phone949-533-7211 cell[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions
Hi Ryan, Even more important than the gear ratio is engine RPM at a given speed. 60 MPH is popular because it is also Revolutions Per Mile. My 1965 Malibu SS with 14" wheels, Powerglideand 3.31:1 gears (it's an A/C car) turns about 3000 RPM at 60 MPH. Much more desirable for use on the highway would be 1800 to 2200 RPM at 60. Dennis - Original Message - From: Ryan Langstraat To: Chevelle Chat Forum Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 3:57 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions 1) I was wondering what ring and pinion gears you guys are using? I am looking for mostly cruising but the occasional run isnt out of the question. What would you guys suggest? 2) I may come into ownership of a 69 Impala this weekendI really dont have a huge use for it and was wondering if any of you guys would be interested in it. I dont think it has a engine or tranny but I havent looked at it real close yet. Let me know if at all interested... Ryan
[Chevelle-list] 350 Crate Motor in '65 Malibu
I'm installing a 350 crate motor in my '65 Malibu SS. There are some unknowns about mounting the accessories, particularly those attaching to exhaust manifolds, as I want to use headers. Is there a way to use my original brackets for power steering, A/C and alternator? Has someone else done this recently? If so, could I have your phone number? Thanks,Dennis McGillisOrange County, CA
Re: [Chevelle-list] 57 Chevrolet MSG Board
Yes! The Bob Ford Tri-Five List Go here for details: http://clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/chevylist/ Dennis - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, October 18, 2005 11:33 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] 57 Chevrolet MSG Board Hi Guys, Havent posted in quite some time but have a question about 57 Chevy's? What seats will bolt in?, and will block hugger headers fit on a 57 with a 350 in it? and Do any of you Chevelle guys know a good tri 5 msg board? Thanks David
