Re: [Chevelle-list] picture cars
Cool. I know Scott and have rented cranes from him for a couple of non-union commercials a long time ago. Haven't talked to him in years but we have some mutual friends. I found the following companies and it seems like there is no exclusivity, so you can be listed with all of them... Picture Cars East Inc - (718) 852-2300 http://pixxcars.com/ Call and they will email you their entry form, or send email to i...@pixxcars.com. http://cooperclassiccars.com/ send pics to sa...@cooperclassiccars.com http://www.creativefilmcars.com/ complete their online form or call 212-864-4060 So, I guess you are not in the biz any more? Next week is application week for local 52. Good luck, John Quoting Dan Rachlin : John, Yea, we are out in Greenlawn Long Island now. I used to work for Scott Buckler with a company called "Riggin Design" He designed and built camera cranes. I was the operator for him. Worked on a whole bunch of low budget rap vids and commercial and some movies. Dan On Mon, Jun 20, 2011 at 7:28 PM, John Nasta <6...@johnnasta.com> wrote: Do you live in NY? I have worked on a couple of big projects recently that used a whole lot of 1960s cars. Made me wish I was getting paid to have my car there. If I could work it out that I could also get paid to work on set, it would be awesome! I know one person who has managed to work that out. Quoting Dan Rachlin : Sounds good, sign me up to. I heard they are going to be shooting a period piece for the 60's and were looking for cars like ours. I will try to find the info. Dan On Mon, Jun 20, 2011 at 6:43 PM, John Nasta <6...@johnnasta.com> wrote: Thanks Dan. They have to tell you exactly what they plan to do with it and you of course have the right to refuse. I would not let my car(s) be used for rap videos at all, and really prefer that they just be used for background or on an insert trailer. John Quoting Dan Rachlin : I also used to work in film for 12 years, Make sure you know what's going on with your car and what they are using it for. I would only let them park it and use it for background. Never let some rapper drive it. He he. Dan
Re: [Chevelle-list] picture cars
Do you live in NY? I have worked on a couple of big projects recently that used a whole lot of 1960s cars. Made me wish I was getting paid to have my car there. If I could work it out that I could also get paid to work on set, it would be awesome! I know one person who has managed to work that out. Quoting Dan Rachlin : Sounds good, sign me up to. I heard they are going to be shooting a period piece for the 60's and were looking for cars like ours. I will try to find the info. Dan On Mon, Jun 20, 2011 at 6:43 PM, John Nasta <6...@johnnasta.com> wrote: Thanks Dan. They have to tell you exactly what they plan to do with it and you of course have the right to refuse. I would not let my car(s) be used for rap videos at all, and really prefer that they just be used for background or on an insert trailer. John Quoting Dan Rachlin : I also used to work in film for 12 years, Make sure you know what's going on with your car and what they are using it for. I would only let them park it and use it for background. Never let some rapper drive it. He he. Dan
Re: [Chevelle-list] picture cars
Thanks Dan. They have to tell you exactly what they plan to do with it and you of course have the right to refuse. I would not let my car(s) be used for rap videos at all, and really prefer that they just be used for background or on an insert trailer. John Quoting Dan Rachlin : I also used to work in film for 12 years, Make sure you know what's going on with your car and what they are using it for. I would only let them park it and use it for background. Never let some rapper drive it. He he. Dan
Re: [Chevelle-list] picture cars
Thanks Alex. Part of the deal is that they have to provide a certificate of insurance for the full value of the vehicle naming the vehicle owner as the loss payee and with a "save harmless" clause saying that the vehicle owner is not responsible for any damages or liability that may result. Quoting Alex LaRue : Check your insurance policy and make sure you aren't violating the terms. Most policies prohibit Commercial Use. If the company that rents your car will provide coverage and put it in writing you should be ok. Alex LaRue LaRue Insurance, Inc. (800)303-3518 Fax (866)591-7318 P O Box 119 54 Lincoln Square Hodgenville, KY 42748 ACES 4711 www.LaRueInsurance.net www.LaRueClassics.com -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Monday, June 20, 2011 2:50 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] picture cars Just throwing this out there. I am looking into making my cars available for film & television. I have a friend who does this and he gets $500 per day. If anybody else is interested, let me know and I'll tell you what I find out. My research would be for the NYC area since that is where I live. I also work as a grip in film & television, so I know a little bit about it already. John Nasta
[Chevelle-list] picture cars
Just throwing this out there. I am looking into making my cars available for film & television. I have a friend who does this and he gets $500 per day. If anybody else is interested, let me know and I'll tell you what I find out. My research would be for the NYC area since that is where I live. I also work as a grip in film & television, so I know a little bit about it already. John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] MCC show parts wanted/MCC SHOW DATES
Thanks Donnie. Do you know who the major vendors will be? I would like to see about arranging to pick up some parts. Thanks, John Quoting donnie...@aol.com: Show is June 25 and 26th ... northeast community park. more info at mdchevelleclub.com Donnie In a message dated 6/16/2011 6:50:15 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, jimthompso...@gmail.com writes: When is the show? -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2011 11:45 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] MCC show parts wanted If anyone is going to be selling parts at the MCC show, please contact me. I am looking for a few things that I would be willing to buy used if the price is right. correct bench seat for '69 El Camino inner fenders for '70 Malibu fuel tank for '70 Malibu w/o EEC tires/wheels for '70 Malibu There are other parts I would buy for the '70 if I have the $$ but those are the basic things that I need. Contact me off-list with prices. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] MCC show parts wanted
The 25th & 26th. Quoting Jim Thompson : When is the show?
Re: [Chevelle-list] 1970 fuel tank EEC vxs non-EEC
Thanks Tom. That's what I thought. That's why I mentioned it has always been an east coast car in my original post. Quoting Tom Rightler : You don't John :-). You need a gas tank without EEC and a single 3/8" sending unit. And a vented cap. Only cars built or sold in California will have that EEC stuff on it. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor http://www.mdchevelleclub.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] 1970 fuel tank EEC vxs non-EEC
Ok thanks. I'm pretty positive I don't have that. Quoting Rick Schaefer : EEC will have 3 5/16" tube connectors on the top front of the tank. One in each corner & 1 in the middle. They connect to a vapor recovery module located above the rear axle. On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 11:16 AM, John Nasta <6...@johnnasta.com> wrote: I need to buy a new fuel tank for my '70 (mine has a hole in it). How do you tell if it is EEC or non-EEC? The pics on the web sites all look pretty much the same. Mine is a 350/TH350 Malibu w/ buckets & console (the kind people like to tun into SS clones). AFAIK it has always been an east coast car. Thanks -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
[Chevelle-list] 1970 fuel tank EEC vxs non-EEC
I need to buy a new fuel tank for my '70 (mine has a hole in it). How do you tell if it is EEC or non-EEC? The pics on the web sites all look pretty much the same. Mine is a 350/TH350 Malibu w/ buckets & console (the kind people like to tun into SS clones). AFAIK it has always been an east coast car. Thanks
[Chevelle-list] MCC show parts wanted
If anyone is going to be selling parts at the MCC show, please contact me. I am looking for a few things that I would be willing to buy used if the price is right. correct bench seat for '69 El Camino inner fenders for '70 Malibu fuel tank for '70 Malibu w/o EEC tires/wheels for '70 Malibu There are other parts I would buy for the '70 if I have the $$ but those are the basic things that I need. Contact me off-list with prices. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question
So, the story is I had a collapsed lifter as I suspected and also a broken intake valve spring that I didn't know about. I also want to address the issue of adjusting valves. It was said here that "turn until it stops tapping + 1/4 turn" was an old rule for solid lifters. It was pointed out to me that with solid lifters, if you go the extra 1/4 turn you are bound to bend a rod, because it has nowhere to go. Makes sense. So, the old 1/4 turn rule seems to be for hydraulic lifters only. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question
Luckily it's not like I keep adjusting it and it keeps getting worse. It's more like I developed a tap and now I can't adjust it properly. Hoping for the best. Thanks everyone for the good suggestions. Quoting Jim Thompson : Sorry to bring this up. You may have a wiped cam shaft. The cam lobe has worn, you adjust lifter the cam wears down more you adjust lifter. See the cycle. You need a dial gauge to check the lift before installing new lifters. Jim
Re: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question
Thanks. That is a good point and a good thing to check for. Quoting rparuszkiew...@aol.com: I had this problem with my 350 sbc once and a friend of mine who was a auto mechanic found the rocker stud was pulling out. He penned it back in with a hammer and a center punch, been good since. In a message dated 5/24/2011 4:30:28 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 6...@johnnasta.com writes: Thanks Chum, The method of adjusting a quarter turn past the point when the tapping stops is something I was taught a long time ago and not something I got from that web page. So, how are they supposed to be adjusted? Thanks for the tip about checking the lifter to make sure it's rotating. Amazingly enough, Auto Zone was able to look up a 1958 283. I told the woman on the phone to assume it was in an Impala or BelAir with a 4bbl. John Quoting Chum Nault : John The last year for the 283 was 1967, all small block flat lifters are interchangeable, if you are just looking for a stock hydraulic lifter any 283, 327 lifter will be the same. The 58 specs you looked up must be for a solid lifter, not hydraulic, as the old 1/4 turn past 0 lash was always the method for adjusting them. Be sure to take a good look at the cam surface on the lifters as you remove them, be sure that there is not a wear mark from the camshaft on the lifter indicating that the lifter is not rotating. This would tell you it is time to replace the camshaft also. We are finding out that our oils today have eliminated a zink additive that is needed to lubricate our older flat lifter camshafts and we are seeing failures. Every cam manufacture recommends an additive or a high performance oil with zink. Chum Nault -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 2:26 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question Hi everybody, Unfortunately I have what seems to be a collapsed lifter in my 69 El Camino. If I try to adjust it, I can turn it until it stops tapping, and then when I try to go the additional quarter turn, it starts tapping again. My question is, does the year of the block matter, or are all SBC lifters basically the same? It is a 1958 283 engine block. Most auto parts store computers only go back to 1968. What was the last year for the 283? I need to buy my parts and I want to make sure there aren't any problems/surprises. I looked up the 1958 283 engine specs here. It says: Valve Lift Zero Lash: Intake: .398 Exhaust: .398 http://www.secondchancegarage.com/public/628.cfm Also my parts list is: intake gasket set sillycone valve cover gasket set oil & filter lifter set (may as well change them all) Am I missing anything? Thanks, John Nasta Thanks
Re: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question
Thanks Tom. Of course I'm hoping it's not the cam but it seems like the lifter is not holding pressure. Hoping for the best. I'm going to tear it down on Thursday. Quoting Tom Rightler : John, That may be a cam lobe going bad if you continue to turn it and the tapping keeps coming back. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor http://www.mdchevelleclub.com -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 4:30 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question Thanks Chum, The method of adjusting a quarter turn past the point when the tapping stops is something I was taught a long time ago and not something I got from that web page. So, how are they supposed to be adjusted? Thanks for the tip about checking the lifter to make sure it's rotating. Amazingly enough, Auto Zone was able to look up a 1958 283. I told the woman on the phone to assume it was in an Impala or BelAir with a 4bbl. John Quoting Chum Nault : John The last year for the 283 was 1967, all small block flat lifters are interchangeable, if you are just looking for a stock hydraulic lifter any 283, 327 lifter will be the same. The 58 specs you looked up must be for a solid lifter, not hydraulic, as the old 1/4 turn past 0 lash was always the method for adjusting them. Be sure to take a good look at the cam surface on the lifters as you remove them, be sure that there is not a wear mark from the camshaft on the lifter indicating that the lifter is not rotating. This would tell you it is time to replace the camshaft also. We are finding out that our oils today have eliminated a zink additive that is needed to lubricate our older flat lifter camshafts and we are seeing failures. Every cam manufacture recommends an additive or a high performance oil with zink. Chum Nault -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 2:26 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question Hi everybody, Unfortunately I have what seems to be a collapsed lifter in my 69 El Camino. If I try to adjust it, I can turn it until it stops tapping, and then when I try to go the additional quarter turn, it starts tapping again. My question is, does the year of the block matter, or are all SBC lifters basically the same? It is a 1958 283 engine block. Most auto parts store computers only go back to 1968. What was the last year for the 283? I need to buy my parts and I want to make sure there aren't any problems/surprises. I looked up the 1958 283 engine specs here. It says: Valve Lift Zero Lash: Intake: .398 Exhaust: .398 http://www.secondchancegarage.com/public/628.cfm Also my parts list is: intake gasket set sillycone valve cover gasket set oil & filter lifter set (may as well change them all) Am I missing anything? Thanks, John Nasta Thanks
Re: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question
Thanks Chum, The method of adjusting a quarter turn past the point when the tapping stops is something I was taught a long time ago and not something I got from that web page. So, how are they supposed to be adjusted? Thanks for the tip about checking the lifter to make sure it's rotating. Amazingly enough, Auto Zone was able to look up a 1958 283. I told the woman on the phone to assume it was in an Impala or BelAir with a 4bbl. John Quoting Chum Nault : John The last year for the 283 was 1967, all small block flat lifters are interchangeable, if you are just looking for a stock hydraulic lifter any 283, 327 lifter will be the same. The 58 specs you looked up must be for a solid lifter, not hydraulic, as the old 1/4 turn past 0 lash was always the method for adjusting them. Be sure to take a good look at the cam surface on the lifters as you remove them, be sure that there is not a wear mark from the camshaft on the lifter indicating that the lifter is not rotating. This would tell you it is time to replace the camshaft also. We are finding out that our oils today have eliminated a zink additive that is needed to lubricate our older flat lifter camshafts and we are seeing failures. Every cam manufacture recommends an additive or a high performance oil with zink. Chum Nault -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 2:26 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] SB lifter question Hi everybody, Unfortunately I have what seems to be a collapsed lifter in my 69 El Camino. If I try to adjust it, I can turn it until it stops tapping, and then when I try to go the additional quarter turn, it starts tapping again. My question is, does the year of the block matter, or are all SBC lifters basically the same? It is a 1958 283 engine block. Most auto parts store computers only go back to 1968. What was the last year for the 283? I need to buy my parts and I want to make sure there aren't any problems/surprises. I looked up the 1958 283 engine specs here. It says: Valve Lift Zero Lash: Intake: .398 Exhaust: .398 http://www.secondchancegarage.com/public/628.cfm Also my parts list is: intake gasket set sillycone valve cover gasket set oil & filter lifter set (may as well change them all) Am I missing anything? Thanks, John Nasta Thanks
[Chevelle-list] SB lifter question
Hi everybody, Unfortunately I have what seems to be a collapsed lifter in my 69 El Camino. If I try to adjust it, I can turn it until it stops tapping, and then when I try to go the additional quarter turn, it starts tapping again. My question is, does the year of the block matter, or are all SBC lifters basically the same? It is a 1958 283 engine block. Most auto parts store computers only go back to 1968. What was the last year for the 283? I need to buy my parts and I want to make sure there aren't any problems/surprises. I looked up the 1958 283 engine specs here. It says: Valve Lift Zero Lash: Intake: .398 Exhaust: .398 http://www.secondchancegarage.com/public/628.cfm Also my parts list is: intake gasket set sillycone valve cover gasket set oil & filter lifter set (may as well change them all) Am I missing anything? Thanks, John Nasta Thanks
Re: [Chevelle-list] application lookup GM part# 03864680 hood hinge spring
I did call the police but then the husband came out. I told him that his wife had just hit my car. Then she came out and she did not deny it. They gave me all of their info and said they would pay for a new lens. There are light scratches on the bumper & quarter panel too but I am not going to worry about those. Luckily my car is not so perfect to begin with. By the time the police arrived they had agreed to pay for it and it is less than $100 damage, so I didn't file a report. His wife needs to stop running into parked cars. Their car got the worst of it. She hooked her rear bumper over mine and when she pulled forward she tore hers half off. She also has a nice dent in her quarter panel and lots of scratches. Quoting donnie...@aol.com: Should report her for hit and run felony in MD In a message dated 4/27/2011 5:16:11 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, 6...@johnnasta.com writes: Thanks guys. My info on them was sketchy. OPGi used to sell them and claimed that they fit Chevelles. Not sure if they still sell them or not. Their web site is not well set up (IMO). I will be selling these if anyone is interested. John p.s. My dipwad neighbor hit my El Camino today while trying to park her Rav4 and broke a tail light. Then she moved to another parking space to pretend it wasn't her. Little did she know that the owner of the car was standing right across the street with a witness. The damage to her car is worse than mine. Some people. Quoting Dale : I do find #3864680 hood springs (no leading '0') listed in my Detroit Iron Information Systems parts book. 65 Chevy, 66-67 Chevelle exc. S.S. 68 Chevelle 2nd design, 68 Pass, 69-72 Chevelle exc. Monte Carlo, S.S. Hvy Chevy 3864680 Dale http://www.chevellecd.net/products/detroitironis.htm -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 2:44 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] application lookup GM part# 03864680 hood hinge spring Hi everybody, I have a pair of NOS GM part# 03864680 hood hinge springs and I was hoping to find a place to look up exactly which vehicles they fit. I tried gmpartsdirect but their site did not turn up any info for this part number. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] application lookup GM part# 03864680 hood hinge spring
Thanks guys. My info on them was sketchy. OPGi used to sell them and claimed that they fit Chevelles. Not sure if they still sell them or not. Their web site is not well set up (IMO). I will be selling these if anyone is interested. John p.s. My dipwad neighbor hit my El Camino today while trying to park her Rav4 and broke a tail light. Then she moved to another parking space to pretend it wasn't her. Little did she know that the owner of the car was standing right across the street with a witness. The damage to her car is worse than mine. Some people. Quoting Dale : I do find #3864680 hood springs (no leading '0') listed in my Detroit Iron Information Systems parts book. 65 Chevy, 66-67 Chevelle exc. S.S. 68 Chevelle 2nd design, 68 Pass, 69-72 Chevelle exc. Monte Carlo, S.S. Hvy Chevy 3864680 Dale http://www.chevellecd.net/products/detroitironis.htm -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 2:44 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] application lookup GM part# 03864680 hood hinge spring Hi everybody, I have a pair of NOS GM part# 03864680 hood hinge springs and I was hoping to find a place to look up exactly which vehicles they fit. I tried gmpartsdirect but their site did not turn up any info for this part number. Thanks, John Nasta
[Chevelle-list] application lookup GM part# 03864680 hood hinge spring
Hi everybody, I have a pair of NOS GM part# 03864680 hood hinge springs and I was hoping to find a place to look up exactly which vehicles they fit. I tried gmpartsdirect but their site did not turn up any info for this part number. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] Anyone there?
Does anyone else have Jennifer Hudson / Weight Watchers ads next to their screens? Diff. subject, I need to get out back to fitting my Taiwan panels on the 69 rear body now. Seems every one of them has an area needs to be bent, grind, hammer, cut, stretch, etc. Thanks, John team Chevelle name john5469 - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Fri, 01 Apr 2011 21:41:40 - (UTC) Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Anyone there? I wonder if it’s just the time of year or this had gone by the wayside since Al sold TC? I wouldn’t think the sale would be a factor…?? Dale -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Bill Lessenberry Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 7:15 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Anyone there? I just realized that I haven't seen any activity in months. Has it been that slow or is my server filtering the list again? BillL
Re: [Chevelle-list] VW Factory - Germany
Cool stuff Sent from my iPad On Jan 30, 2011, at 3:26 PM, Rich Pruett wrote: > > > Cool stuff > > > > Click here: YouTube - VW Factory - Germany > > > > > > > > > The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are > willing to work and give to those who would not. > --- Thomas Jefferson > > "You cannot legislate the poor into freedom by legislating the wealthy out of > freedom. What one person receives without working for, another person must > work for without receiving. The government cannot give to anybody anything > that the government does not first take from somebody else. When half of the > people get the idea that they do not have to work because the other half is > going to take care of them, and when the other half gets the idea that it > does no good to work because somebody else is going to get what they work > for, that my dear friend, is about the end of any nation. > > You cannot multiply wealth by dividing it." > > ~ The late Dr. Adrian Rogers, 1931 - 2005 ~
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel Line
Yes it's rubber, thanks to all for the advice, I need to take another look at the line, perhaps I can re-arrange it somehow. From: jimthompso...@gmail.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2011 21:09:31 -0500 Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel Line If the lower hose is rubber I do not think it is a problem. I have seen two braided hoses transferring electrical shorts or static charges. Consider the block moving under acceleration also. Jim From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of John L. Scala, Jr. Sent: Monday, January 10, 2011 5:31 PM To: Chevelle-List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fuel Line I have a 71 with a small block. I am creating a new fuel line from the pump to the carburetor using a braided steel line and aluminum fittings. My question is, the lower radiator hose touches the fittings and line, is this acceptable or does the entire run need to be unobstructed? It touches a little bit, not pressing on the line or fitting. Thanks!
[Chevelle-list] Fuel Line
I have a 71 with a small block. I am creating a new fuel line from the pump to the carburetor using a braided steel line and aluminum fittings. My question is, the lower radiator hose touches the fittings and line, is this acceptable or does the entire run need to be unobstructed? It touches a little bit, not pressing on the line or fitting. Thanks!
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: (no subject)
I've been getting them also but haven't opened any. John --- On Tue, 10/5/10, harkema...@aol.com wrote: From: harkema...@aol.com Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: (no subject) To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Tuesday, October 5, 2010, 2:00 AM wondered if evey one else keeps getting this and what it is? Harlan
Re: [Chevelle-list] Quadrajet parts needed
Call Seme & Son in Cleveland,Ohio at 1-800-282-0991. John
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Buddy of mine is looking for a float bowl kit/assembly for a 1985 Quadrajet
Rochester 4 BC old GM part # 17111033. Any Links or ideas would be appreciated.
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Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: 1969 Mopar HEI drop-in distributor?
Thanks guys. Yeah, he got hosed. I changed his points on Monday and he definitely didn't need a cap or rotor. They looked fairly new. I also advised him to switch to HEI and unfortunately for what he paid he could more than likely have had that done. I will let him know what it takes to make the switch. John Quoting Tom Rightler : $650 to do all that??? That's a tad ridiculous. Converting a Mopar to an electronic ignition isn't as easy as doing a GM car. You have to get a new engine harness for it for specifically for an electronic ignition which Year One has. That's who I got it from for my Charger. The distributor is easy...just get one for a 1970 Dodge Charger. You also need the electronic control box, voltage regulator, and ballast resistor for a 1970 Charger also. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor http://www.mdchevelleclub.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: 1969 Mopar HEI drop-in distributor?
Thanks guys. I will look into it. He made it to a service station today and they determined that it was the coil, replaced that and also replaced his cap, rotor, wires and a bunch of other routine stuff and charged him $650. Car is apparently fine again. I had advised him to change to HEI when I saw how hard it was to find a place that had the points.
[Chevelle-list] OT: 1969 Mopar HEI drop-in distributor?
Hi all, I have a good friend who has been having problems with his 1969 Coronet w/ 318 & 2bbl. He got stuck a few days ago and it was very hard to find a place that sells the points & condensor. We changed those and got him running and he called a little while ago saying that he's stuck again. Luckily he has AAA. So, does anyone know of a good drop-in HEI distributor for Mopar like so many of us have for our Chevys? Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] Disc Brakes
1967 --- On Sun, 3/28/10, tinindia...@aol.com wrote: From: tinindia...@aol.com Subject: [Chevelle-list] Disc Brakes To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Sunday, March 28, 2010, 11:06 AM When did Chevrolet start putting disc brakes on the Chevelle. I was at a cruise in last night and the subject came up. Thanks Darrell 65 SS 327 4 sp.
Re: [Chevelle-list] 69 Chevelle starting problem
Had a similar problem with my 71, but difference is I replaced the backup switch, and noticed two purple wires coming into the switch, not the backup wires itself. My new switch did not have the plug attachment for these purple wires. When I went to start the car, nothing. After some needed research, those wires are the neutral saftey switch, would have never started in a million years without making those wires connect. Just made a short bridge between the two, car starts fine now! Date: Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:50:36 -0700 From: chevy_eddie1...@yahoo.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 69 Chevelle starting problem if you hear a click its the selinod, if not probly the switch. Eddie Bumgarner 66ss conv. From: Peter Hnat To: "chevelle-list@chevelles.net" Sent: Tue, March 16, 2010 4:45:53 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] 69 Chevelle starting problem My Chevelle will not start or even turn over. Last time out (approx. 4 months ago), it started fine and ran good. No sign of any problem. Went to start it up over the week-end and nothing. Charged the battery and had it checked out..battery checked out good. Still will not start or turn over. I'm wondering if it's the starter and hoping not something more serious / costly. I'm planning on working on it this week-end and was looking for some advice on what to look for and check out. Pete Hnat 69 Chevelle SS
Re: [Chevelle-list] engine oil
Sorry, that should have MOLYBDENUM. I am just an operator not a chemist. J From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Tom Rightler Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 8:53 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] engine oil Some oils that have the appropriate amount of ZDDP in them would be the Brad Penn oil, Royal Purple, Valvoline VR-1, and Joe Gibbs line. You can still run conventional oil, you just need to put in some additive with it such as Crane Suberlube break in concentrate, or a bottle of ZDDP Plus. I've been running Chevron Delo 400 15W-40 in mine but from what I have been reading, the ZDDP levels are dropping in that as well. I'm going to be switching to the Brad Penn 10W-30 when I do all my oil changes this spring. As for oil filters, WIX or NAPA GOLD is the ONLY way to go. The Wix part number for V-8 Chevy engines is 51069 and the NAPA Gold number is 1069. They are the same filter, just relabeled for NAPA distribution. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor http://www.mdchevelleclub.com -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Dan Rachlin Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 7:59 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] engine oil I was going to post kinda the same question. I have a rebuilt 66 396 and need to use oil with a zink additive. I would like to go with synthetic. What synthetic with zink are you guys using? Also what filter brand? Dan On Sat, Mar 13, 2010 at 6:28 AM, wrote: Iam pretty sure this topic has already been discussed however, Iam not sure whats best for my car. My 70ss 396/350 looks and runs like its been rebuilt. I have no idea what cam is in it or whats been done to the inside of the engine. I wish there was some way to find out. It does not smoke or leak oil and the engine paint looks great. I'd like to know what yall think is the best engine oil for me to use. It only gets driven on the weekends when the weather is nice. Thank you. Bob
Re: [Chevelle-list] engine oil
Tom & Dan, I am also running the Chevron DELO 400 15W-40 in my '70. You are correct about the amount of ZDDP levels dropping in it. I have been working for Chevron Oronite Company, we manufacture the additives that go into engine oils, for 33 years and have been seeing the amount of ZDDP in the packages of additives that we have been shipping to our customers drop over the last couple of years. I will be staying with the DELO 400 for the reason that not only does it contain ZDDP but it also contains MOLYBDEMUN. Combined with the ZDDP that remains in it this works very well. I am not a chemist just an operator that makes the additives and sees the combinations of products that are blended together that our customers are asking for. Hope this helps. John L From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Tom Rightler Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 8:53 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] engine oil Some oils that have the appropriate amount of ZDDP in them would be the Brad Penn oil, Royal Purple, Valvoline VR-1, and Joe Gibbs line. You can still run conventional oil, you just need to put in some additive with it such as Crane Suberlube break in concentrate, or a bottle of ZDDP Plus. I've been running Chevron Delo 400 15W-40 in mine but from what I have been reading, the ZDDP levels are dropping in that as well. I'm going to be switching to the Brad Penn 10W-30 when I do all my oil changes this spring. As for oil filters, WIX or NAPA GOLD is the ONLY way to go. The Wix part number for V-8 Chevy engines is 51069 and the NAPA Gold number is 1069. They are the same filter, just relabeled for NAPA distribution. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor http://www.mdchevelleclub.com -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Dan Rachlin Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2010 7:59 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] engine oil I was going to post kinda the same question. I have a rebuilt 66 396 and need to use oil with a zink additive. I would like to go with synthetic. What synthetic with zink are you guys using? Also what filter brand? Dan On Sat, Mar 13, 2010 at 6:28 AM, wrote: Iam pretty sure this topic has already been discussed however, Iam not sure whats best for my car. My 70ss 396/350 looks and runs like its been rebuilt. I have no idea what cam is in it or whats been done to the inside of the engine. I wish there was some way to find out. It does not smoke or leak oil and the engine paint looks great. I'd like to know what yall think is the best engine oil for me to use. It only gets driven on the weekends when the weather is nice. Thank you. Bob
Re: [Chevelle-list] Test
I’m here too, I think. J From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Rich Pruett Sent: Monday, March 08, 2010 3:22 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List 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
Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question
At this point before I would buy new gages I would split the dash harness between the cluster plug and fuse box and check for melted or shorted wires. Also I would recheck all grounds to cluster and maybe run a direct ground from the battery to the cluster, straight wire. With the sending unit plugs disconnected and then shorted to ground you should have some type of movement in the gage. If there were a short or open in the harness nothing would change by removing the plugs from the senders. Leo - Original Message - From: rml...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, February 08, 2010 12:49 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question I have voltage at my guages, and I have voltage on the lines to my sending units ie. temp. and fuel. I disconnected the plug in the trunk and checked for voltage which tested ok. However when I unplugged it my guage didn't respond by going to full. Iam thinking maby I need new guages. I did the same with the temp. I checked for voltage by disconnecting the line at the temp. sending unit and got a voltage reading. However, the guage didn't respond to being disconnected or grounded. Do yall think maby I need new guages.Thanks to you all for all your help. - Original Message - From: 327mal...@gmail.com To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Sunday, February 7, 2010 10:37:50 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question I don't know if this will help you but give it a look. The Chevelle Engineer http://chevelleengineer.home.comcast.net/~chevelleengineer/fuelgage.htm - Original Message - From: rml...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 7:53 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question Jim I appriciate your help. It seems to me Iam being told 2 different things here. Leo say's there should be no power at pins 10 and 11 and it sounds to me like your telling me there should be power at those pins. I dont understand the principles of operation here. I dont understand how they work.I hope someone here can explain to me exactly how it works. Does 12 volts go through the guage and the sending units add resistance to ground. Thanks every body for your help here. I just wanna get my guages working. - Original Message - From: "Jim Thompson" jimthompso...@gmail.com To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Tuesday, February 2, 2010 7:10:29 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question I will suggest again that ground is critical. Your fuel sending unit should have its own ground wire. The temp sending unit is hot, internally the switch closes to ground. With the key to “on” both should be hot. Your fuse box should have one fuse marked “gauges” if it is hot on both sides. Then it is a ground issue or short in the gauge harness. From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of rml...@comcast.net Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 4:25 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question Does anyone know where the voltage for the fuel and temp. guages is fed from. I have voltage to everything except these two guages. I unplugged the 12 pin connector that plugs into the pcb and checked for voltage there. everything is hot with the exception of temp and fuel. all my fuses are good. Any ideas.Thanks, Bob - Original Message - From: dhoesc...@granitecityperformance.com To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, February 1, 2010 10:03:58 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question I would suggest disconnecting the tan fuel sender feed wire at the fuel tank. Turn the key to RUN position and wait a few moments (some gauges are slow) with the tan wire disconnected the fuel gauge should read past full. Then ground the tan wire anywhere to the body and the gauge should read empty. If you get no response then you have a bad gauge or a wiring problem. -Original Message- From: "Tom Rightler" Sent: Monday, February 1, 2010 20:47 To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question If you want to check the gauges, send 12 volts directly to them and see if the needle moves. If the needle moves, the gauges is good and there are wiring issues elsewhere. I’ve seen brand new sending units fail. There should be 12 volts at the bulkhead connector with the key in the run position for all wiring to the gauges. Tom -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Beh
Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question
What you need to do now is with ign in run, go to the senders unplug them and check for voltage at the plug. Either with a voltmeter or test light. This is checking continuity from the gauges to the sender’s plugs. If you have continuity then there is a grounding issue. If you have no voltage at the unplugged sender plugs then there is open wire to the gauges. Leo
Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question
Bob, Jim is right. With the cluster plug connected to the cluster and Ign switch in run, you should have 12v when you disconnect the plug at either the temp sender or fuel sender. If you don’t, then there is an open somewhere between the gauge fuse and the sender plugs. You can use a test light and disconnect the sender plugs and connect the test light to these connectors. The light should light but it will be dim. As for grounding; You should ground the engine to the frame and to the body. You should ground the body to the frame. The cluster should be grounded to the dash frame. The headlight should be grounded to the cluster by a shorting strap. The fuel tank should be grounded to the frame. All of these grounds need to be in place to eliminate any grounding loops. Bad grounds will give bad readings and can cause you to go around in circles. You did indicate that your gauges never did work. My 70 El Camino had a problem that was caused by the amp meter wires had melted in the dash harness. There was no indication of a problem except that the amp didn’t move. The outside of the harness looked good. I found the problem when install a TPI engine and rewired the harness for the computer and upgrade for glass fuse to ATO. Several of the wires were melted together. These old original harness are in bad shape. Do check the grounds. Leo - Original Message - From: rml...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 4:53 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question Jim I appriciate your help. It seems to me Iam being told 2 different things here. Leo say's there should be no power at pins 10 and 11 and it sounds to me like your telling me there should be power at those pins. I dont understand the principles of operation here. I dont understand how they work.I hope someone here can explain to me exactly how it works. Does 12 volts go through the guage and the sending units add resistance to ground. Thanks every body for your help here. I just wanna get my guages working. - Original Message - From: "Jim Thompson" jimthompso...@gmail.com To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Tuesday, February 2, 2010 7:10:29 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question I will suggest again that ground is critical. Your fuel sending unit should have its own ground wire. The temp sending unit is hot, internally the switch closes to ground. With the key to “on” both should be hot. Your fuse box should have one fuse marked “gauges” if it is hot on both sides. Then it is a ground issue or short in the gauge harness. From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of rml...@comcast.net Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 4:25 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question Does anyone know where the voltage for the fuel and temp. guages is fed from. I have voltage to everything except these two guages. I unplugged the 12 pin connector that plugs into the pcb and checked for voltage there. everything is hot with the exception of temp and fuel. all my fuses are good. Any ideas.Thanks, Bob - Original Message - From: dhoesc...@granitecityperformance.com To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, February 1, 2010 10:03:58 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question I would suggest disconnecting the tan fuel sender feed wire at the fuel tank. Turn the key to RUN position and wait a few moments (some gauges are slow) with the tan wire disconnected the fuel gauge should read past full. Then ground the tan wire anywhere to the body and the gauge should read empty. If you get no response then you have a bad gauge or a wiring problem. -Original Message- From: "Tom Rightler" Sent: Monday, February 1, 2010 20:47 To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question If you want to check the gauges, send 12 volts directly to them and see if the needle moves. If the needle moves, the gauges is good and there are wiring issues elsewhere. I’ve seen brand new sending units fail. There should be 12 volts at the bulkhead connector with the key in the run position for all wiring to the gauges. Tom -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of rml...@comcast.net Sent: Monday, February 01, 2010 9:01 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question The sending. unit is grounded to the body, and the temp sending unit is new. Tom,do you know if there would or should be voltage at the 12 point connection into the pcb. for the temp and fuel guages - Original Message - From: "Tom Rightler" To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, February
Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question
Below is a copy of the 12 pin plugs for both gauges & idiot lights. With the key in the RUN position you should have 12v at pin 7, the pink wire. Pin 10, green wire, is temp from engine, no power. Pin 11, brown wire is from gas tank sender, no power. Pin 6, Blue wire is for oil pressure light, no power. If you have power at pin 7, reconnect the plug to instrument cluster, with ign switch in the RUN position, disconnect the temp connector for the sender and ground it. The temp gauge to indicate full deflection. The same indication with the fuel wire grounded. The only time you should have power to the instruments is in the run position. I sure hope that this is helpful. Leo Chevelle Tach & Gauge Dash Wiring - Original Message - From: rml...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 1:24 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question Does anyone know where the voltage for the fuel and temp. guages is fed from. I have voltage to everything except these two guages. I unplugged the 12 pin connector that plugs into the pcb and checked for voltage there. everything is hot with the exception of temp and fuel. all my fuses are good. Any ideas.Thanks, Bob - Original Message - From: dhoesc...@granitecityperformance.com To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, February 1, 2010 10:03:58 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring question
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: [CECCO] Fw: CHANGING FAN BELTS [1Attachment]
how_to_change_a_vw_belt.wmv - Original Message - From: harkema...@aol.com To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, November 23, 2009 12:21 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: [CECCO] Fw: CHANGING FAN BELTS [1Attachment] In a message dated 11/22/2009 11:19:33 PM Central Standard Time, z16chevelle...@comcast.net writes: I wonder how many fingers it took to get this right? Larry (Z) i did not get the link for what ever this was?? thanks Harlan
[Chevelle-list] test2
Trying this again cause I had to start over with another pc. John L
Re: [Chevelle-list] So, your front inner wheel bearing is stuck to the spindle...
The bearing was not dry. It was greased and working, but the inner race was stuck to the spindle. I think the thing is that when you have a car that has been sitting and you change the bearings, you should clean the spindle w/ emery cloth and put some anti-seize or at least some grease between the bearing race and the spindle. Quoting Rick Schaefer : Me too- neither - thankfully. But I have heard of it happening before. Suppose the only way it happens is if the bearing runs dry.
[Chevelle-list] So, your front inner wheel bearing is stuck to the spindle...
Went to install new front brake shoes and found that my inner wheel bearing was stuck to the spindle. Here's the short version... Tried to pry the bearing off, which caused the bearing to fall apart Bought the biggest pair of channel lock pliers I could find, heated the inner race w/ a propane torch (get it as hot as possible) and was able to wrestle it off (sounds much simpler than it was). Cleaned the spindle w/ coarse then fine emery cloth. Let the spindle cool and test fit the new bearing to make sure it slides on & off (put some grease on the spindle). Everything's cool. So, if this ever happens to you don't panic. Best way to get the old bearing off is to try to pry it and if it breaks apart use a torch and a big channel lock to get the race off. If you need to cut the race, obviously avoid the threaded part of the spindle and if you scratch the back part where the bearing sits, clean it up w/ emery cloth. It won't kill the spindle but obviously try not to gouge it. It helps to get the race at least a little bit away from the backing plate. Don't strike the spindle w/ a hammer. If you have to hammer or chisel, work toward the backing plate. Don't apply force to the spindle. HTH, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] Test
It seems to be working. From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Daniel Jones Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 3:59 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Test Seeing if this works. D.R. Jones
Re: [Chevelle-list] test
Yeah Larry everything is OK. Still trying to get this new PC running correctly. It was doing fine until I tried to put my old Email address book put into this new machine running Windows 7 and using MS Office 2007. Things are not going as smoothly as I had hoped. L From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of z16chevelle...@comcast.net Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 10:40 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] test Hey John: Long Time no see Everything ok down your way ? TEST ok Larry (Z) - Original Message - From: "John W. Lonadier, Jr." To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, November 9, 2009 7:18:52 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [Chevelle-list] test Testing to see if I installed everything correctly because using a new pc with newly installed MS Office. John L.
Re: [Chevelle-list] test
Thanks From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Dan Rachlin Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 9:19 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] test Working. On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 10:18 PM, John W. Lonadier, Jr. wrote: Testing to see if I installed everything correctly because using a new pc with newly installed MS Office. John L.
[Chevelle-list] test
Testing to see if I installed everything correctly because using a new pc with newly installed MS Office. John L.
Re: [Chevelle-list] A different Type of Question
It's strange that Costco will top off all tires that they sell for free. It's been three years now and I have all three cars with tires from Costco and never paid extra for the Nitrogen they inflate their tires with. Rotation and re-balance is also free. Costco sells tires for less and gives the Nitrogen free. Dealers are gouging the public. Leo - Original Message - From: tc To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, November 08, 2009 8:15 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A different Type of Question air is 78% Nitrogen To: dansolo...@msn.com ; The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, November 08, 2009 10:34 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A different Type of Question I have a 2006 Jeep and notice that periodically my tire sensors state that my air pressure is low by 5-6 lbs. Funny thing is each time its' a different tire. The GM dealer price for this is $ 69 and they tell me that a few of the local stations are charging $100 plus Rich - 70 SS coupe To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net From: dansolo...@msn.com Date: Sun, 8 Nov 2009 14:17:22 + Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A different Type of Question My boss has a Mercedes with tire pressure monitors. Was constantly having to make additions. The nitrogen was recommended by the dealer and solved the problem. If I remember correctly it was pricey. Good ol air works fine for me. Thanks, Dan -- Sent using BlackBerry From: richard sierra Date: Sat, 7 Nov 2009 23:24:35 -0500 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A different Type of Question I just purchased a new GMC vehicle and the dealer offered the following new package called "Nitro Fill'. The claim is that nitrogen is better than compressed air in a tire. They claim that nitrogen is a dry gas and is free of moisture. It doesn't deteriorate the rubber and it is lss susceptible to air loss with temperature changes. I'd be interested to hear what the "group" thinks about this. Thanks Rich - 70 SS Coupe Bing brings you maps, menus, and reviews organized in one place. Try it now. Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. Sign up now.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for John Nasta
Thought I'd chime in. Steve has gotten a refund. As Krister said, I have been working 14-15 hour days on another job and unfortunately didn't get Steve's order out in a reasonable time. FWIW that's the only order I had a problem with. Sorry for the inconvenience. John Nasta Quoting Johann Grobler : Glad to see that all is well on the Chevelle-list. John has been part for quite some time. Best to ask than assume!!! - Original Message - From: 66chevelless...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, October 30, 2009 3:58 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for John Nasta I got an email from John - that he has been putting some long hours in with another job and got a little behind on shipments. And agree - John has always been a fair guy! -Krister - Original Message - From: "Rich Pruett" To: "dennis mcgillis" , "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Friday, October 30, 2009 5:31:59 AM GMT -06:00 US/Canada Central Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for John Nasta This doesn't sound like something John would let happen. Doesn't pass the smell test. There must be a valid explanation. If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy. Red Green - Original Message - From: "dennis mcgillis" To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 1:25:15 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: 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" To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" 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] 1969 squirt nozzles
Thanks Tom. My brother pulled out the reservoir bottle and the hoses and all before I got the car, but I think I still have everything and it should all work if I just take the time to hook it up. I've got the squirt nozzles w/ the original sheet metal screws sitting on my desk and figured I should put them back before something gets lost. John Quoting Tom Rightler : John, The one with the 90 degree bend goes on the right (passenger side) Tom
[Chevelle-list] 1969 squirt nozzles
I'd like to put the windshield washer squirt nozzles back into my '69. One has a 90 degree bend in it and the other is relatively straight. Can anyone tell me which is left & right? Maybe it will be obvious when I get out there. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs
Not unusual with BBC. Has to do with fuel distribution most of time. But you will probably need to go up just a small bit in plug heat range. Or if you can find one in a very close but slightly hotter heat rance a Commercial (Heavy equipment/Heavy duty line) plug will usually stand up better. Autolite is very good and used to make a Commercial set of plugs for lots of different combinations. Maybe look in C-60 BBC truck engine line. - Original Message - From: "Larry Williams" To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, August 24, 2009 8:04 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs Yes. John wrote: Did it by chance foul the number 2 cylinder? - Original Message - From: "Larry Williams" To: "Chevelle List" Sent: Sunday, August 23, 2009 7:01 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs I have been using the Autolite Racing AR 3934 plugs in my BB. The car is street driven with an occasional full throttle blast. I have one that fouled and will replace it tomorrow. Do any of you use this plug and how do you like it? Fouling problems? Larry No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.65/2324 - Release Date: 08/24/09 12:55:00
Re: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs
Hi.new person here. I've been reading this list for awhile, very impressed with all the knowledge. I've learned quite a bit already. I also have a question about plugs: I'm restoring a 70 Chevelle Malibu, engine & trans were built when I bought it. Has a 454, .030 over, Magnum cam, 750 Holley (vac. secondary's), TH350 w/kit, TCI converter- 2000 stall, 12 bolt posi-4.88 gears, headers, roller rockers, etc. I was racing it (12.5 sec., 108 mph)..now I'm restoring it for show. My question is: what plugs would be recommended for street use/smooth idle? I had "Splitfire" plugs in it but one just quit working and they were expensive. I expect a number of opinions but I have no idea what would be best to use. Thanks for any help (I'm sure I'll have more questions). John Hockett Glendale, Arizona - Original Message - From: "Larry Williams" To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, August 24, 2009 6:08 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs You know, I assume the racing plug are in the cool range, and they may tend to foul at idle when the choke is activated.? Larry Josh Campbell wrote: I used to run them in my Monte Carlo, they definatly do not like to idle and cruise very much, but the car really didn't like to do that much anyway (lots of cam but lots of fun!!!). I started running AC Delcos and they seemed to do better at idling around, but not much. /Josh Campbell/ The Body Shop (606) 265-5301 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 Sadly sold it guy offered me more than I thought it was worth 71 Malibu FOR SALE NEED MORE SPACE IN THE SHOP! You should never have a battle of wits with morons ... they'll just drag you down to their level & beat you with experience. --- On *Sun, 8/23/09, Larry Williams //* wrote: From: Larry Williams Subject: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs To: "Chevelle List" Date: Sunday, August 23, 2009, 8:01 PM I have been using the Autolite Racing AR 3934 plugs in my BB. The car is street driven with an occasional full throttle blast. I have one that fouled and will replace it tomorrow. Do any of you use this plug and how do you like it? Fouling problems? Larry -Inline Attachment Follows- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.64/2321 - Release Date: 08/23/09 06:18:00 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.65/2324 - Release Date: 08/24/09 12:55:00 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.65/2324 - Release Date: 08/24/09 12:55:00
Re: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs
Did it by chance foul the number 2 cylinder? - Original Message - From: "Larry Williams" To: "Chevelle List" Sent: Sunday, August 23, 2009 7:01 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Autolite Racing Plugs I have been using the Autolite Racing AR 3934 plugs in my BB. The car is street driven with an occasional full throttle blast. I have one that fouled and will replace it tomorrow. Do any of you use this plug and how do you like it? Fouling problems? Larry
[Chevelle-list] the life of a '67 SS Chevelle - depicted in scale models
I think this is pretty amazing: http://tnmcc.com/chevelle.html
[Chevelle-list] free cars, parts, and services classifieds
Just FYI, you can post 30-day classifieds with two pictures for free here: http://oldcarnetwork.com/blog/classifieds/ Totally free. No catch. Your email address does not get published on the site. Check it out. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] Automotive Lift
You may also want to look at waste oil heaters, especially if it's going to be an unattached building. The heaters are not cheap but the fuel is free.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Automotive Lift
My friend Jack put in a two-post and it works great. I've had my El Camino on it many times. I don't remember what brand it is. If you want something that doesn't take up space while you're not using it, try leaving the car on the lift! I gave Tom Rightler a catalog that had a bunch of lifts in it, but I don't remember the name of the company. Maybe he'll post it. Quoting jww1...@aol.com: Hi Larry... I built a new garage a few years ago and installed a Back Yard Buddy four post lift.? Lift is great, works well.? You will need 11'?- 12" ceiling clearance.? Not sure if I would do a four post again.? Might have more flexibility with a two post.? Don't know where you live but I live in cold country so I installed in floor heat?driven by a boiler system and that is great for the winter.? Can keep the temp at 55-60 and it is comfortable. Good luck, Jerry Wells
Re: [Chevelle-list] chrome thermostat housing (water outlet)
Try here: http://frugalmechanic.com/auto-parts/cooling-system-water-outlet Quoting Robert Holtzman : 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.
[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] 1965 El Camino quarter panels
I don't think anybody makes them, but then again anything can be made if you have enough money to throw into it. Quoting Don Holloway : I need help. I am looking for 1965 El Camino left and right quarter panels. I believe 1964 are the same. Skins will work as long as they are full size. Fingers are crossed that someone will have the answer.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Aftermarket Parts
Sorry, I meant those who do NOT have a "brick and mortar" storefront I'm doing pretty badly with the typs today... Quoting John Nasta <6...@johnnasta.com>: (especially those who do know have a "brick and mortar" storefront and
Re: [Chevelle-list] Inventory Clearance sale!!! 10% off everything in stock!!
Duh, I meant Rob. Ron Ramsey used to be an art director there but he has moved on. Rob is still there. Quoting John Nasta <6...@johnnasta.com>: All good, my friend. Ron was just surprised that a big star like you would trade emails with a lowly guy like me :) Quoting ntowl...@aol.com: Hey John.. Hope it wasn't all bad..haha..
Re: [Chevelle-list] Aftermarket Parts
The truth is that the only companies that are having Chevelle sheet metal parts stamped are Dynacorn and Goodmark, so the retailers mostly all carry the same stuff and it just becomes a matter of price and delivery time. With the economy being the way it is, most retailers (especially those who do know have a "brick and mortar" storefront and the smaller stores) are carrying less inventory and having everything drop-shipped, which makes everybody's delivery time about the same, which only leaves price as a major consideration. On the subject of price, it's a troubled business right now as prices have been fluctuating wildly with the cost of transportation rising and falling accordingly with fuel prices. Dynacorn doesn't even post prices on most items on their wholesale web site any more, and prices on the Excel spreadsheets that they sent me in March are already wrong. I often have to reject orders because the price has changed so much that I would either lose money or literally make nothing by filling the order. I just sent someone a refund for roughly $1100 today for that reason. Luckily auto parts is not my only business. OPGI and some of the hot rod & speed stores (Jegs, Summit, etc.) distinguish themselves by carrying things like your disc brake conversion kit and other speed and customization parts rather than strictly reproduction restoration parts. Trevor sells used parts as well as new parts, although I don't know how he does it considering the storage and labor costs involved. I have purchased some used things from him myself and he sold me good stuff at good prices. I have always heard good things about NPD and IIRC that's the one owned by the Bumgarner's who participate in this list. You guys can correct me if I'm wrong. I have never dealt with Ausleys or GM Restoration Parts (didn't even know that was the name of a retail company, and if so I'm surprised they haven't been sued by GM). It's definitely a very hard business right now, especially for the smaller fish in the pond. HTH, John Nasta Quoting Ron Malespin : Suppliers I'm considering: Ausleys OPG GM Restoration Parts National Parts Depot I am also interesting in who supplies a quality front disc brake kit. Thank you in advance for your knowledge! Ron Malespin 1967 Malibu Boise, Idaho
Re: [Chevelle-list] Inventory Clearance sale!!! 10% off everything in stock!!
All good, my friend. Ron was just surprised that a big star like you would trade emails with a lowly guy like me :) Quoting ntowl...@aol.com: Hey John.. Hope it wasn't all bad..haha..
Re: [Chevelle-list] Inventory Clearance sale!!! 10% off everything in stock!!
The idea is not to have the list become overrun with commercial announcements. There are several commercial parts & services sellers on this list and it could get crazy if they all used this listserver as a place to post advertisements. For the most part the rule is respected and the friendly non-commercial discourse objective is preserved. BTW Tom, I was recently talking with Rob Sauerhaft at GOLF Magazine about you. Quoting ntowl...@aol.com: Not sure what the big deal is..I like the idea that a couple of times a year that I get an email from Trevor telling me that he's got a sale going on, or anybody else that is on the list selling stuff that will benefit me and my Chevelle. I think we need to encourage the guys selling stuff for our cars, as tough as things are out there they could be gone..then what? Just my two cents.. Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list] door shell
I have always heard that it's much harder to get a skin to fit properly than a shell. Of course a shell just bolts on, so it's much less labor. Seems like the difference in labor is often worth the difference in prices of certain parts. Quoting Jim & Chris : Has anyone had any experiance with aftermarket door shells. I had skins put on my '72' pass side is great,drivers side is not. top of door gap (between door and quater) is 1/2'' +in. bottom is tight. gap between bottom door and rocker is open on hinge side (front) and tight on back . I think its a bad door skin ?
Re: [Chevelle-list] Just for fun......How is your knowledge of cars?
15 out of 20 John L. ACES #5597 70 LS5 TRIBUTE <http://chevellfan.com/index89.html> http://chevellfan.com/index89.html <http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.htm l> http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.html -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Rich Pruett Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2009 12:27 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Just for fun..How is your knowledge of cars? Takes a few minutes to load...I got 16. How is your knowledge of cars? CLICK <http://www.cramersweeney.com/brandprix/> HERE The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. --- Thomas Jefferson ---
Re: [Chevelle-list] sail panel install
I should try the brush-on stuff. So far I have been using sprays and the hold doesn't last. With contact cement you have to coat both of the surfaces that are being bonded to each other. I assume when you say the "good side" you are referring to the side that shows, which of course you don't want glue on. You do want to put to glue on the cardboard panel as well as the back of the fabric though. John Quoting Rick Schaefer : Definitely brush on. And I'm not sure if I'm understanding John correctly, but I didn't use any glue on the "good" side.
Re: [Chevelle-list] sail panel install
Sail panels are an ongoing battle for me. I did cut darts in the back. It becomes obvious when you start test-wrapping the material around the curves of the panel that this has to be done in order for it to conform. My mom also sews, quilts, etc. so it was not the first time I had ever heard of the concept. Anyway, the glue is another story. With any kind of contact cement it's important to spray both sides and let it dry a few minutes until it's tacky rather than wet (the Super 77 can says to bond when it is "aggressively tacky"). Hold the can 6 to 8 inches away, keep it moving and don't spray too much. If your headliner material is porous it can ooze out the other side and it is hard to get off. Maybe it's a symptom of the fact that I park outdoors in all kinds of weather, but mine fall down at least once a year, meaning that the material separates from the boards. I have tried 3M Headliner Adhesive as well as Super 77. Maybe some day I'll just buy the pre-done ones and get it over with. John
Re: [Chevelle-list] Back On List Again
Outlook here also. John L. ACES #5597 70 LS5 TRIBUTE <http://chevellfan.com/index89.html> http://chevellfan.com/index89.html <http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.htm l> http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.html -Original Message- From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim H. Thompson Sent: Monday, December 15, 2008 8:16 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Back On List Again Just a quick survey. How many use Outlook? I use outlook, gmail and HTML From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Malibu Sent: Wednesday, December 10, 2008 2:24 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Back On List Again Don't know if you know, but gmail can be downloaded to Outlook. And that's very convenient. - Original Message - From: Daniel Jones <mailto:drj1...@gmail.com> To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, December 09, 2008 6:48 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Back On List Again Now back on list after being bounced off. Have a email with the dreaded @sbcglobal.net. After much discussion with AT&T it was decided I would have to have another email address to be on the list. So I went back to gmail. It isn't convenient but I did miss reading the mails from those on the list. Hopefully this will work. D.R. Jones Burleson, TX 1972 Monte Carlo 1972 El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] HELP..Rust front and rear window channels...
I tried Corroseal on the trunk pans of my '70 but truth be told I haven't had any money to put into that car in a while and I have yet to see whether or not it holds up. Thanks, John Quoting Trooper <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: Don't know how much body work you've done John but rust catalyzers like Corroseal are voodoo. I guarantee you will be redoing it in less than a year. The only way to treat rust is to remove it. You will not find a good body man that would use any of those types of products and paint body color over them. Trooper
Re: [Chevelle-list] HELP..Rust front and rear window channels...
That's why you need something that catalyzes the rust, like Corroseal. Rust inhibitors will do nothing but make things worse. The rust will continue under the topcoating.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Some feedback on the 70 seats and the tank
Think about Corroseal. POR-15 is highly toxic and you should wear a chemical vapor mask when using it. Corroseal is not.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Help with Conversion
You will also need the printed circuit. Quoting Dan Solomon <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: I am preparing to convert my 70 to a tach cluster with gauges. I have a new forward lamp harness and would like to add the two wires for the amp gauge instead of replacing it. They are a black wire and a white/black wire that terminate at the horn relay and the junction block by the battery. Each has a fusible link. Does anyone have a 70 with gauges that could take pictures of the harness in these areas so I can replicate them on mine? Thanks in advance. Dan Solomon It is a mistake to allow any mechanical object to realize you are in a hurry. http://www.freewebs.com/chevelles1970/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Bench seat and rear seat for 70 convertible
Wouldn't any 68-72 work as long as it's from a two-door? I'd like to get one for my '69 El Camino because the seat that is in there is from a four door car, so the backs don't tilt up. The seat does not even seem to be from a 68-72 A-body because only two mounts line up at a time (front or back but not both) and the seat is too far forward even when it's all the way back. Hopefully some day that dream will be realized... Quoting Tom Rightler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: The internet, hemmings motor news, etc. The front bench seat is pretty easy to come by. Any 70-72 will work, just a matter of the fabric patterns being different. The covnertible rear seat is very tough to find, expect to pay about $300 for a good core. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor - Original Message - From: Charlie K To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, December 06, 2008 8:47 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Bench seat and rear seat for 70 convertible Where can I look for a bench and a rear seat frame for a 70 vert -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.9.15/1833 - Release Date: 12/5/2008 7:08 PM
Re: [Chevelle-list] lost my keys
That's great. I'm glad it worked out. Quoting "Cross, William" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: John and other list members Thanks for the "lost key" tip. I got the door lock out; brought it to my local lock shop and presto..I have 2 new keys and I can start the car! Thanks for your help guys Happy Thanksgiving to you all Bill C
[Chevelle-list] FS: External Regulator
I have a brand new, mint, in the box, external regulator that I'd like to sell. I figured I'd ask here first and if nobody wants it, I'll put it on ebay. $35 includes Priority Mail shipping within the continental U.S. Payment can be made via PayPal or credit card. No money orders please. You can see a (stock) photo here: http://johnnasta.com/VR103.jpg You can see the exact same item for $65.95 plus shipping on the Summit web site here: http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=smp-vr103 It's also ebay item# 220304128829 at $65.95 + $9.75 shipping. Contact me off-list of you are interested. Fits the following GM vehicles: MakeBody Style Model Years Buick A Skylark 1964-69 Buick B LeSabre Sedan/Coupe 1964 Buick C Electra Sedan/Coupe 1964 Buick E Riviera 1965 CadillacD DeVille / Fleetwod / Brougham 1966-67 CadillacE Eldorado1966-79 CadillacK Seville 1978-79 CadillacN Calais 1966-67 Chevrolet A Chevelle / El Camino1965-69 Chevrolet B Caprice / Impala1965-76 Chevrolet F Camaro 1967-69 Chevrolet X Chevy II / Nova 1962-68 Chevrolet Corvette1963-68 Chevrolet Truck Full Size Pickup1965-72 Chevrolet Truck Suburban / Full Size Blazer / Tahoe 1965-72 Chevrolet Van G-Series Full Size Van / Express1971-73 GMC Truck Full Size Pickup1965-72 GMC Truck Suburban / Full Size Jimmy / Yukon 1965-72 GMC Van G-Series Full Size Van / Savana 1971-73 Oldsmobile A Cutlass / Cutlass Supreme 1967-77 Oldsmobile B Delta 88, Delta Custom, Delmont 1966-76 Oldsmobile C Ninety Eight / Regency 1966-76 Oldsmobile E Toronado1966-78 Pontiac F Firebird 1967-68 Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] lost my keys
Yes. Glovebox & trunk are supposed to be the same key. The idea is that if you have to give your car to a garage or parking attendant they can open the doors and start the car but they can't unlock your glovebox or trunk and get into your belongings. Still anticipating firing up that engine (again) that I bought from you... Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: GOING THROUGH SOMETHING LIKE THIS NOW.. I NEED A TRUNK KEY 72 MONTE CARLO, WOULD THE GLOVE BOX TUMBLER CODE BE THE SAME AS THE TRUNK TUMBLER, ANY HELP WOULD BE GREAT..THANKS In a message dated 11/20/2008 11:04:52 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You can take the lock cylinder out of one of the doors and have a new key made for it. The codes are on the tumblers. Ignition & doors are the same. HTH, John Quoting "Cross, William" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: List I've misplaced my keys to my 70 396. I moved and for the last month or so I cannot find my keys. (the only set) I have been looking for a month now and they are not to be found. Has anyone been able to remove the steering column lock without the key in it? Does anyone know if a lock smith can open it? Or do I have to drill the lock out. Any tips are greatly appreciated. Bill C **One site has it all. Your email accounts, your social networks, and the things you love. Try the new AOL.com today!(http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/10075x1212962939x1200825291/aol?redir=http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dp %26icid=aolcom40vanity%26ncid=emlcntaolcom0001)
Re: [Chevelle-list] lost my keys
Glad to be able to help. In some cases locks were changed over the years and the door & ignition keys no longer match, but hopefully that's not the case for you. There are codes on the tumblers that a locksmith can use to make a key w/o having the original. If you do that, ask the locksmith to write the codes down for you. The tumblers can also be re-inserted in a different order to re-code an existing cylinder so that old keys will no longer work. There's also a diagram in the Fisher Body Manual that you can lay a key on to figure out the tumbler codes. I did this once and emailed the codes to a guy in another state, and he was able to make new keys for me w/o ever seeing the originals. Of course this is not terribly useful because you need to have a key to do it, but it is another way to determine your key codes, which you can write down and save in case you lose the keys in the future. In my case, I just did it as an experiment to see if it would work, and it did. It is also helpful in cases where the key you have is very worn, because the new one will match the original rather than the worn out one. John Quoting "Cross, William" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: John Thanks A LOT..I would have never thought about using the door lock.this is exactly why I love this list ! Thanks again John Bill -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2008 11:06 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] lost my keys You can take the lock cylinder out of the door and have a new key made for it. Ignition & doors are the same.
Re: [Chevelle-list] lost my keys
You can take the lock cylinder out of the door and have a new key made for it. Ignition & doors are the same.
Re: [Chevelle-list] lost my keys
You can take the lock cylinder out of one of the doors and have a new key made for it. The codes are on the tumblers. Ignition & doors are the same. HTH, John Quoting "Cross, William" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: List I've misplaced my keys to my 70 396. I moved and for the last month or so I cannot find my keys. (the only set) I have been looking for a month now and they are not to be found. Has anyone been able to remove the steering column lock without the key in it? Does anyone know if a lock smith can open it? Or do I have to drill the lock out. Any tips are greatly appreciated. Bill C
Re: [Chevelle-list] Shut Doors
That's interesting. Thanks. Considering that I drove the car for four winters with no heat and just got around to fixing that last year, the door problem has been low on the priority list. Quoting ROARKE PONCE <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: My father-in-law said to take the latch and handle out and slip hoses (old brake hose, gas line, whatever has a small enough ID to fit) over the ends of the levers. If I remember correctly, you can put hoses on both sides if needed or just one. Depends on how much slack you have to take up. Buys you some time before replacing the latch. Hope this helps. Roarke
Re: [Chevelle-list] Shut Doors
D.R.'s El Camino has the same doors as mine, but apparently his problem is worse than mine. Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Waiting for a "Door Progress report " :) In Johns case The button pushes on the main leaver for the door latch. 40 years of slamming heavy doors with little or no weather stripping takes it's tole on the latch mechanism.the door inside leave is pretty straight forward with some adjustment for the activating Rod. I have seen bent stretched rods from using a SLIM JIM to get in a locked car. especially if they had anti/theft door lock buttons. Gl on your job Wayne TC 186
Re: [Chevelle-list] Shut Doors
In case you haven't already tried this... On my 1969 El Camino I usually have to pull up on the inside door handle and push in the outside button at the same time in order to get out of the car (fun when it's raining). The outside button always works though, so it's not as bad as yours. Good luck, John
[Chevelle-list] 1969 EC electrical problem
I think I know what to do here, but I'll run it by the list in case I'm setting myself up for disaster. I somehow recently developed what seems to be a dead short in the fat red wire that goes from the battery to the horn relay (my junction block is gone). It's killing the battery when the car is sitting. I detached that wire at both ends and noticed that if I put a meter between the positive battery terminal and either end of that wire, it pulls full battery voltage and amperage. So, as a test I was thinking about bypassing that wire and running a new one to the horn relay. The other option would be to take the radiator top plate off, unwrap the harness, look for physical damage and replace that wire if it is damaged. A little more work but probably a more sophisticated approach. Anyway, since the list is slow I just thought I'd see if anyone has any suggestions. Unfortunately my battery seems to be toast. It was stone dead when I realized the problem. I had it on a .5A battery tender for about 5 days and it only got up to 8V. That charger is really for my motorcycle battery. Maybe it's just not strong enough for a car battery. I figured if it couldn't charge it in 5 days it never will. Maybe now that it has 8V it would be ok to jump it. Any thoughts are appreciated. Thanks, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] Off topic - Netflix
I just got those cards yesterday too. If anyone wants the codes, email me off-list. I recently canceled my subscription, so there's nothing in it for me. John Nasta Quoting Dale <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: Off topic - NetFlix I'm a Netflix subscriber and today I received 4 trial cards for free movies. Basically what you get is 1 free month of movies as a trial offer.
[Chevelle-list] thank you
Well, as you can see, I'm back on the list. I just want to say thank you to everyone who sent kind words, thoughts and prayers, the people who posted messages on my brother's tribute site, and especially the Rightler family who I basically have to thank every day of my life for their kindness and understanding. Sincerely, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] A Veteran
We All do that. Myself, I have to read, and then think about what I read and read it allover again. Senior moments, I believe
Re: [Chevelle-list] A Veteran
You need to read what I said. “I can’t agree more with the paragraph at the bottom of this post.” After thirty years and retired form the Navy, I rather believe that I AM a Veteran! I didn’t do 2 or 4 and jump out, and I gave that blank check several times. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 12:01 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A Veteran I'm in late guys but I have to respond. What's there not to agree with. Nothing political here. No disrepect but obviously you're not a veteran! Phil G. 65 SS
[Chevelle-list] A Veteran
I can't agree more with the paragraph at the bottom of this post. - Original Message - From: Rich Pruett To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 7:51 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] The latest installment of the Camaro Insider ishere. Thought you guys and girls would like to see pictures of my next car. Color selection is narrowed down to Aqua Blue Metallic, Cyber Gray Metallic, Silver Ice Matallic or Inferno Orange Metallic. Dear Richard Pruett, The 2010 Chevy Camaro is taking the entertainment world by storm and only the Insider has an exclusive round up on when and where you can catch a glimpse of your favorite sport's car. Plus, get all the latest news, photos and videos on the 2010 Chevy Camaro here. This is an email advertisement. If you wish to unsubscribe from these Camaro email updates, please click here. If you prefer not to receive any unsolicited marketing e-mails regarding GM vehicles, please click here. ©2008 GM Corp. General Motors Corporation, 100 GM Renaissance Center, 482-A00-MAR, Detroit, MI 48265. GM Privacy Statement | Copyright & Trademark Information A veteran - whether active duty or national guard or reserve - is Someone who, at one point in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life." That is honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it. Author unknown. Semper Fi.
Re: [Chevelle-list] sbcglobal.net
I'm on sbcglobal.net and haven't had any problem. John '67SS396 --- On Fri, 8/29/08, Dale <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: From: Dale <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] sbcglobal.net To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" Date: Friday, August 29, 2008, 4:22 PM I received your message Dale McIntosh ChevelleCD.com ChevelleStuff.com > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- > [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Lessenberry > Sent: Friday, August 29, 2008 3:14 PM > To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net > 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 > >
[Chevelle-list] signing off for a while
Unfortunately my brother was killed yesterday when his small plane crashed during an air show in Rhinebeck, NY. I will not be able to check mail regularly or correspond with the group for a while. Sincerely, John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] after market bumpers
The repro bumpers are fine for a driver or show and go car. There are bumper places that can add extra creamy goodness if you want to spend the extra $$. There are also re-chroming outfits that are not exactly well liked even if you do spend the extra $$. Quoting Jim & Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: My origonal bumpers are in good shape but are weathered. I am considering re-pops for $ 149 ea. does anyone have any opinion or experiance with the after market bumpers. car is not a show car just a decent driver and the condition of the bumpers brings it down a bit. Jimmy. C
[Chevelle-list] Flowmaster rescinds VPP pricing
Hey, guess what. Flowmaster has already decided to rescind their VPP program, which means that now the big players who can afford to sell below jobber can squash the smaller retailers again. Flowmaster's reason is that they were losing market share to competitors by forcing their bigger retailers to raise prices.
Re: [Chevelle-list] No Mail
There has been mail in the past week but the list has generally been slow lately compared to when I first joined. Quoting "D.R. Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: No mail for week now, is it me or is something broke. I even signed back up. D.R. Jones
Re: [Chevelle-list] check this out
A guy on my motorcycle list said he used it on his fuel tank and it worked great. Quoting Rick Schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: Thanx Its reasonably priced. I may order a gallon to see how it works. On Sat, Aug 2, 2008 at 8:33 PM, John Nasta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: http://www.orisonmarketing.com./corrosion/evaporust/evapo-rust.html and it's reusable and environmentally friendly! -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
[Chevelle-list] check this out
http://www.orisonmarketing.com./corrosion/evaporust/evapo-rust.html and it's reusable and environmentally friendly!
Re: [Chevelle-list] elcamino mirror
It looks a lot like this one: http://www.oldcarnetwork.com/Merchant2/graphics/gmparts/3921816.jpg which is correct for 1968 Chevelle & El Camino, 1968-69 Camaro, and 1968-72 Impala and other full-size Chevrolets. Those cars use a standard non-remote mirror on the right. Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Click here: eBay Motors: 1970 1971 72 73 74 NOVA chevelle Mirror El camino XLINT (item 170244794963 end time Aug-04-08 13:47:3 does anyone know what kind of mirror was used on the passenger side if this was on the drivers side? (and where to get one) ** Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520)
[Chevelle-list] Flowmaster introduces VPP pricing
Just FYI, Flowmaster has recently mandated that all authorized dealers sell Flowmaster products at or above jobber pricing. This is called VPP or "Value Pricing Plan". This is good for the smaller retailers who used to see the bigger companies selling these systems at the same price that the small guys were paying for it, meaning that smaller guys could not possibly compete. Unfortunately for the customers it means that the cut-throat discounting which allowed you to buy these systems below jobber will stop, but it also allows you to give your business to a smaller company without paying more. Flowmaster is threatening to pull the accounts of dealers who do not comply w/ the VPP policy. John Nasta
Re: [Chevelle-list] 72 elcamino
Just grease them everywhere that two surfaces touch. Takes a minute, can't hurt, and I'll bet it solves the problem. My El Camino hood did the same thing until I greased the hinges. Quoting Josh Campbell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: Hinges are most likely worn out and rocking to the side, or in a best case scenario the hood/ fender alingment is off but doubtful if it does it occasionally. Josh
