Re: [Chevelle-List] 68 vs 69

2002-12-04 Thread Don Dupuis
My '69 2 dr sedan has the vent windows.  The 69 2 dr hardtop doesn't though.

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Re: [Chevelle-List] Welding & Sealing

2002-11-19 Thread Don Dupuis
I don't see anyway in my "WILDEST" dreams that this would be even
vaguely
acceptable.  Panel adhesive is not designed to replace welding.

Dwight



Absolutely correct!!

Sorry guys,  I was WAY too vague about floor pans!  I think in no way shape
or form should panel adhesive be used for floor pans.  I would never use it
for any car floor pan.  That's a structure point.  Absolutely NOT acceptable
for that application.  It does make a good patching technique for an
exterior panel, but that is as far as it goes.

My comment,  "I don't know if he would use it on floorpans, though." , was
not supposed to suggest that it could ever be an acceptable alternative to
proper welding and sealing of the floor panels, just a comment I should not
have typed.

You have my apologies for the confusion.

Don
19_Chevelle_69

1969 Chevelle 2dr Black
2001 Harley Sportster 1200cc   Black, of course.




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Re: [Chevelle-List] Welding & Sealing

2002-11-19 Thread Don Dupuis
One of the body guys I know always uses body panel adhesive to install 1/4's
and other exterior patches.   He cuts out the panel to be replaced...uses a
panel crimper to form a step...fits & secures the patch with adhesive & 1 or
2 tapping screws.  Once the adhesive is dry, remove the screws, and all you
need is a skin of filler.  No heat warpage, adhesive seals the lap joint so
it can't hold water, no grinding welds.  It works for him.

I don't know if he would use it on floorpans, though.


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Re: [Chevelle-List] Fan Clutch

2002-11-05 Thread Don Dupuis
I use the thermal ones.  They come on when they need to (providing they are
working properly), and release at highway speeds, saving fuel and preventing
HP loss from a solid fan.


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Re: [Chevelle-List] Fan Clutch

2002-11-04 Thread Don Dupuis
I like to use a clutch fan to reduce noise.  I usually use a 5 blade fan.
Never had a problem.  It's important to either: a) have a shroud  or b)make
sure the fan is relatively close to the rad to get the pull affect of air
through the cores.

I would try a NEW clutch.  Just my 2 cents worth.


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Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth

2002-11-03 Thread Don Dupuis
There is a wax-like substance inside the clutch assembly that makes the fan
spin.  There is no solid mechanical contact between the fan blade and the
water pump, just the friction of the shaft spinning in this goo (official
technical term).
When the clutches get old, this substance leaks out the front of the clutch
(rad side) and causes slow fan speeds, and overheat conditions at an idle.

Find the tightest one you can, as long as it isn't seized completely.  It
would be the best choice.

Of course...your local NAPA, could probably find you a new one by proper
application.


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Re: [Chevelle-List] Stock Fan Clucth

2002-11-03 Thread Don Dupuis
As long as the studs from the water pump are the same spacing, they should
fit.
Try to find one with the least amount of dampness at the front of the clutch
around the bi-metal




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