Re: [Chevelle-list] Anyone is the Phoenix area??
I work in Tempe and live in East Mesa. I have a 71 SS that I drive weekly. I'm getting ready to drop an LS1 in it. Joe LaRovere 480-235-8550 Cell [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Ron Zeppin [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 7:12 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Anyone is the Phoenix area?? Hi all... I'm new to the list... I'm picking up a '68 Malibu from a buddy of mine in the next month or so and am planning on a restification. I'm hoping to find a good body man in the area. I'm in Tempe, but anywhere within 50 miles or so would work. Mainly looking for someone to possibly replace the rear quarters... I'm also looking for other chevelle owners in the Phoenix area to pick grey matter with and generally bench race, run ideas by, etc. If you're around, shoot me an email at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks!!! Ron
RE: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion
I have 4.10 gears with a turbo 350 transmission and 28" tall tires. I run about 3,500 at 65MPH with a small block. I don't like it but chose this gear ratio knowing I was going to swap in a 4L60E trans giving me a cruise rpm of about 2,600 at 65MPH.A taller tire will only help. 3.73 is still a fairly steep gear and I agree with John would be considered marginal with a 1:1 final drive ration trans such as the TH350/400. If you ever plan on swapping in an overdrive trans it would be worth the short term discomfort of high rpm cruising. It's more difficult to change gear ratio than trans in my opinion. I set up my own diff and it's a job by yourself in your garage on your back. Hope this helps. I would stick with 2,500 rpm as a target cruise rpm. Joe LaRovere 1971 Chevelle SS soon to be LS1 powered. Mesa Arizona From: Clint Hooper [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2005 8:59 PMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Just because I wouldn't want 3.73's without an overdrive trans doesn't mean you won't,Ryan. It's only money. Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Ryan Langstraat I know that gear ratio has been a topic a lot lately but I am going to purchase my new set this week. I noticed that some people are running 3:73's and was wondering how they liked them as an all around gear. I noticed that Clint had mentioned that 3:73's were a marginal gear for the highway. I guess what I was wondering was would a numerically lower gear set be a better route for a cruizer? I would still like a little snap at times but I also dont want to be running 4500rpm down the highway. I know there are formulas out there but was wanting personal opinions from people that have cruizers. Let me know what you think. Glad I bought a bunch of parts this week becuase it is snowing right now and I can hide in the garage! Ryan
RE: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton
I'm pretty happy with my Auburn Pro Series and 4.10 setup. It locks up great and is smooth/quiet. Mine is a 12 bolt with Superior axles and I completely rebuilt it. I broke the stock carrier. The spider gears grenaded while stalling up for a launch. From: Gene Smith [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 1:17 PMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion Auburn vs. Eaton Hi,While on the subject of rear axles, which is better, the Auburn cone style posi or the Eaton clutch style? I am beginning to lean toward the Auburn unit. I know the 8.2 10 bolt is not the best, but will a beefed version be at least as good as a stock 12 bolt? I am planning on going with all new innards with 3.08's and aftermarket c-clip axles and a girdle type rear cover. I'm still going to have about $1,200 in it. The 3.08 are temporary as I am saving toward a Gear Vendor unit in about two years from now, then I will go with something in the 3:42 - 3:90ishRange. It also stands to reason that the 8.2 would allow for less parasitic power loss and be quicker and return better gas mileage due to the lighter weight of the internals. But since the ring gear is smaller in diameter, the pinion would have less leverage so theoretically it would probably equal out...or only be marginally better? Is anyone out there running an 8.5 10 bolt? Thanks,Gene, - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, December 03, 2005 2:16 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Ring and Pinion A built 4L80 auto can easily handle well over a 1,000hp. One of those or a Gear Vendors would work fine. Gearing becomes less critical the more hp tq you have. Your car would work great with a 3.08 cog. Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Dan Mascheck The other problem is, running over 700HP. I doubt many overdrive tranys can hold up, to that much abuse!
RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
I use a club with the wheels cranked to lock toward a curb or in the garage toward the wall. When I switch out the engine to the LS1 I will run a hidden kill switch shutting off the fuel pump. I will also have a lojack installed so I can get it back in the inevitable situation that someone wants it bad enough and knows what they are doing. If a pro wants it they will succeed. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 5:02 PMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security In a message dated 12/5/2005 6:48:53 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse I usually pull off the coil wire remove the rotor. If needed, a .38 Tom
[Chevelle-list] RE: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 29, Issue 21
I've had good luck with both. Summit's return policy does come in handy. Summit also seems to have I need in stock more often than Jegs so I end up using them. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: None To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 29, Issue 21 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...
RE: [Chevelle-list] Powertrax Revisited
I made the mistake of buying a new style powertrax for my diff after I blew up the spider gears. These are only available for open style diffs and not the posi diffs. Mine is a posi and their web site and ordering is not clear on this. I was quite disappointed and ended up putting in an Auburn Pro series posi unit. I believe I ordered it from Summit and they took it back no questions asked. There was a feature on Hot Rod TV where they swapped in one for a chevy real. I recorded it on DVR and used it when I attempted to install mine, they didn't mention the open diff thing either. They gave it high marks. Joe LaRovere 1971 Chevelle SS From: KW [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2005 1:33 PMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Powertrax Revisited My comments were about the older "Lock Right". As I said, their customer service is top notch, I would not be opposed to trying their new products. Keith - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: Chevelle List Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2005 11:45 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Powertrax Revisited I remember a couple of weeks back, there was a thread concerning Powertrax. I remember reading negative comments, basically excessive tire wear and ratcheting (popping) noise while in tight turns. I'm curious if the discussion was about the older Powertrax Lock Right product, or their new, supposedly more streetable Extreme Traction Systems, which they claim: "Spool performance when coming off the line and full wheel differentiation in the turns. Whether your vehicle is driven everyday or just on the weekends, POWERTRAX EXTREME TRACTION SYSTEM's combination of maximum traction and smooth quiet operation will make you a winner." I've seen some favorable reviews on this, and wanted to get your thoughts... Larry Shouse
RE: [Chevelle-list] Rear Upper Control Arm Bushings
I did mine in the garage with no air tools and just good old fashioned hand tools and elbow grease. It was a chore. I used a torch and burned out the rubber and used hammer, chisel and punches to remove the sleeve. I cut one side of the sleeve with a saw and collapsed the sleeve. It was pretty rusted in. I used c clamps and steel plates to press in the new bushings. I took the control arms to a buddy's house and pressed those out and in with a press. -Original Message- From: Brad Waller [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2005 3:06 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] Rear Upper Control Arm Bushings Well, after almost 40 years mine are shot. Any of you ever done this job yourself? I had my front end aligned, and the guy at the shop recommended that I replace them. He said it would be an easy job, except for the bushings on the differential housing. He said that these are press-fit and would be tough. Any thoughts or advice? Brad Waller ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) '66 Corvette | 327/dead | 4-speed | Wilwood Brakes | 245/45/16 BFG R1 '67 Chevelle | ex-SS396 | 355/700R4 | F-Body Brakes | 275/40/17 Kumho MX
Re: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1
Here is the info I got on the fuel system mods. Joe, The tank listed in Jegs is by their request for a stock style conversion that can be adapted with an after market fuel pump such as the ones made by Walbro or Bosch which will handle your proposed HP out put but will be pushing the pump to its limits. I recommend that you look into our Stealth line of fuel tanks utilizing an Aeromotive A1000 with a 100 Micron Pre-filter all in the tank. The tank is baffled front to back and features a unique fuel reservoir for the fuel pick-up. This reservoir ensures proper fuel pick up when moving with great force in a lateral or longitudinal direction. The tank it self fits in the stock location and has a CNC machined access cover at the top should you ever need to service the pump and/or filter. The line sizes are a -10 AN feed and a -8 AN return. We can make these exit anywhere on the tank you would like preferably on the front face of the tank. The proposed set up is suitable for the 650-to1000+ HP range. This tank can be purchased directly from us or through Jegs on a special order basis only. I will give you a call tomorrow so we can further discuss this. Thank you for your interest, -rICK- Rick's Hot Rod Shop Inc. www.rickshotrodshop.com (915) 760-4388 (915) 760-4389 fax - Original Message - From: Bob Haggard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, October 22, 2005 4:43 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1 Joe, I hope to do the same swap in my 70 Nova as soon as I find the engine and transmission package. Since the Nova uses the same subframe it looks like I should be able to get parts since there were some recent articles in Chevy HiPerformance magazine. It appears to me that you should have less problem since the 1st gen Camaro was a rear steer and I think yours is front steer so you should have less problem with clearances. Motor mount adapters for the Camaro set the engine back 2 1/2 to clear the subframe and headers are real expensive. Good luck and I look forward to seeing some answers to your question. Bob Haggard Eatonton, Ga From: Joe LaRovere [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2005/10/21 Fri PM 10:34:45 EDT To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1 Hey guys-I'm swapping an LS1 and 4L60E into my 71 SS. Anyone have any pics or experience with this? I've seen a lot of camaro and even 66 chev articles. I don't know if oil pan mods, accessory mods and headers will be a clearance issue. I'm also researching the fuel system upgrades required. Thanks for any help you can give. Joe-Mesa Arizona 71 chevelle SS
Re: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1
Herb, Thanks for the pictures. Every bit of info helps. I can see that it appears they are using the stock serpentine setup and what they used for intake ducting as well as ECM location. Joe - Original Message - From: Herb Lumpp To: Chevelle List Sent: Saturday, October 22, 2005 7:38 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1 Hi Joe, A while back Chevy put together a '70 Chevelle with the same combo you're working on. Here are the two pictures I took of it. I don't think you'll be able to see any useful details, but at least you can see the finished product... http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/70-LS6.htm Herb Lumpphttp://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Joe LaRovereSent: Friday, October 21, 2005 10:35 PMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1 Hey guys-I'm swapping an LS1 and 4L60E into my 71 SS. Anyone have any pics or experience with this? I've seen a lot of camaro and even 66 chev articles. I don't know if oil pan mods, accessory mods and headers will be a clearance issue. I'm also researching the fuel system upgrades required. Thanks for any help you can give. Joe-Mesa Arizona 71 chevelle SS
Re: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1
Tim, I have checked into stand alone harnesses like Painless and Street and performance. I have the complete stock harness and ECM and feel confident enough that I can make it work. I'm pretty good with electrical and if I get the wiring diagrams I know I can figure it out. I was thinking of going with a Dakota Digital Dash for gauges to clean things up. I have a gauge pillar and column mounted tach now. The spedo works but is way off due to gear change to 4.10. I know I can fix that but with the 4L60E my spedo wont work any way. The Dakota spedo will work with the new computer controlled trans. Joe - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, October 21, 2005 8:05 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1 Joe, Sounds like a way cool project. Im just finishing up a 67 Nova with a Tuned Port Injected motor. If you need a good wiring harness, I highly recommend Street Performance. www.streetandperformance.com You could probably call them and ask those questions too if nobody knows here. I know that for a fuel system, we ran new lines, a pressure and return, and installed a high pressure in-tank pump. Good luck, and take lots of pictures! -Tim
[Chevelle-list] 71 Chevelle LS1
Hey guys-I'm swapping an LS1 and 4L60E into my 71 SS. Anyone have any pics or experience with this? I've seen a lot of camaro and even 66 chev articles. I don't know if oil pan mods, accessory mods and headers will be a clearance issue. I'm also researching the fuel system upgrades required. Thanks for any help you can give. Joe-Mesa Arizona 71 chevelle SS
[Chevelle-list] 12 bolt carrier assembly
I managed to break the differential in my 12 bolt rear end last weekend. I was wondering if anyone had experience with the Powertrax locker carrier. I saw one installed on Horsepower TV and they are in the Summit catalog for $450. They say it is quiet. I just don't want something that makes noise when I go around corners. Any advice wouldbe appreciated.
[Chevelle-list] RE: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 18, Issue 21
I would recommend the edelbrock style for a street driven car. They are very well mannered and easy to tune. I've personally never had good luck with Holly's. They are more the racers choice and like to be tampered with from what I have seen. If you want a good mannered carb that doesn't require a lot of tweeking go with the Edelbrock. If you're looking for that extra .10th in the quarter go with the Holly of BG. I would'nt go any bigger than 750 on your engine. A 650 would spin it to 6,000 with no problem. I have a modified 283 which is bored, 2.02 intake valves, ported, .454 lift cam and I have run a 750 on it fine. I currently am running a 600 and it seems to run well up 6,000 with that. I'm sure a 650 would do fine on a 327. It's only a function of your CID, max engine rpm and volumetric efficiency which is probably 90% for a modified engine. Here is a link to an article on carb sizing formulas http://www.carcraft.com/techarticles/56919/. Good luck. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 1/13/2005 11:59 AM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 18, Issue 21 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...
RE: [Chevelle-list] Tranny slipping?
Sounds like the trans will probably need to be rebuilt. The only other thing you might check is vacuum modulator and vacuum getting to it. This can cause the trans to feel very different but mostly noticeable when you let off the gas the engine will just drop to an idle. The fluid condition can tell you a lot. -Original Message-From: Wayne [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 8:59 AMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Tranny slipping? Yes Stay away from the Big chain trans shops.. Check color of fluid and drop pan and check for debris. Wayne - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 1:26 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Tranny slipping? Fred, how many miles on the tranny? When was it rebuilt last? Fluid look good,(reddish color) or is it burnt ? Take it to a reputable tranny dealer. (I used AAMCO in Md's eastern shore, never again).
RE: [Chevelle-list] camaro for sale
Are you sure it's the 350 and not the 305? -Original Message-From: Melanie Lopez [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:35 PMTo: Chevelle ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] camaro for sale Sorry, I know this is a Chevelle list, not a Camaro list, but I thought I'd just throw it out there that I have a 1986 Camaro Z28 Iroq for sale, 350 auto., 10 bolt posi, 4 wheel disk brakes, new tires 154,000 miles with recently rebuilt motor and tranny for $1,200. I am in Northwest Indiana.
RE: [Chevelle-list] camaro for sale
Is the transmission a TH350? -Original Message-From: Melanie Lopez [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:35 PMTo: Chevelle ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] camaro for sale Sorry, I know this is a Chevelle list, not a Camaro list, but I thought I'd just throw it out there that I have a 1986 Camaro Z28 Iroq for sale, 350 auto., 10 bolt posi, 4 wheel disk brakes, new tires 154,000 miles with recently rebuilt motor and tranny for $1,200. I am in Northwest Indiana.
RE: [Chevelle-list] my flywheel is missing some teeth
Is it standard or automatic? -Original Message-From: Dan McIntosh [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Wednesday, September 29, 2004 3:00 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-list] my flywheel is missing some teeth Howdy! My new ride wont start. Thinking it was a starter malfunction, I removed it from the car. When I glanced up at the flywheel, I noticed that 6 teeth were virtually non-existent. It seems like if I spin the motor a little bit, the flywheel will move and the starter will engage on good teeth. But my question is, if it doesn't start on the first revolution, and it hits this spot again, will it blow right by the bad spot due to momentum, or will it stop spinning the motor again. I want to drive this damn car already, but something is keeping me from doing so! Also, if it does start, and I park somewhere, and the flywheel just so happens to stop in the bad spot again, is there a quick remedy, such as leaving the car in drive and pushing on it or something? Thanks all! Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com
[Chevelle-list] 1971 curb weight
Does anyone know of a resource that lists factory curb weights? I am looking for the curb weight for a 1971 chevelle SS with small block and automatic with A/C. I also would like to know if the curb weight includes any fluids and if so how much? Sincerely, Joseph A. LaRovere Sales Manager ECI Control Systems Arizona, Inc. Best of Breed Bundled Solutions Provider www.eciaz.com office: (480) 894-9490 Cell: (480) 235-8550 Fax: (480) 894-9850
[Chevelle-list] 71 chevelle heating/cooling ducts
I am looking for a source on the internet where I can see an exploded view of all the under dash ducting and a possible source for parts. My car has factory air and some of the ducting is missing. I am also looking for a place to buy the molded hose that directs air into the blower motor housing.
