[Chevelle-list] New Gas Tank Prep
Title: Message I have a new gas tank for my 69SS and was wondering if I should do any prep work on it prior to install. Any reason I should paint it? Thanks. john
RE: [Chevelle-list] Help with seals on 9" rear
Title: Message Thanks Herb. I will check with the parts store and see what they have, hopefully this weekend. -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Herb LumppSent: Saturday, October 15, 2005 9:04 AMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Help with seals on 9" rear Hi John, I found a set of seal installers at (take your pick - Autozone, Pep Boys, etc). They're nothing more than a set of different size discs that attach to a steel handle. Pick the correct size disc, attach it to the handle, then tap the seal in place. If you haven't already installed your seals - When I got my Currie 9", the passenger side seal leaked. Currie sent me a new axle bearing and seal and suggested when I install the seal to put a light film of RTV on the outer edge of the seal. I did and it's been over a year with no leak. HTH. Herb Lumpphttp://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of John UsherSent: Friday, October 14, 2005 12:48 PMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] Help with seals on 9" rear I am putting together a new Moser 9" rear end for my 69SS. I know I need some kind of seal installer for the seals that go in the rear axle. I already screwed up one set of seals trying the large socket and hammer. I need a seal installer, but would like to know what one looks like so I make sure I get the right thing. Does anybody have any hints or recomendations on the best way to go about installing these? Thanks. john
[Chevelle-list] Help with seals on 9" rear
Title: Message I am putting together a new Moser 9" rear end for my 69SS. I know I need some kind of seal installer for the seals that go in the rear axle. I already screwed up one set of seals trying the large socket and hammer. I need a seal installer, but would like to know what one looks like so I make sure I get the right thing. Does anybody have any hints or recomendations on the best way to go about installing these? Thanks. john
RE: [Chevelle-list] E-brake cable retainer clip needed
Sorry, John I do not have the clip you need, but I do have a brand new intermediate cable (from Year 1) that I do not need and would like to sell $16 plus actual shipping cost. It is designed for 68-72 models with TH-400 according to Year 1 website (part number 5190N). The Year 1 catalog said I needed two and I had two on my car, but the new cable is designed such that it loops through the equalizer to feed both back e-brakes. john -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Friday, September 23, 2005 2:45 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] E-brake cable retainer clip needed Another small part that I need is one of the retainers that hold the intermediate e-brake cable to the rear cables. There is a picture of one here: http://johnnasta.com/IMG_0002.JPG If anybody can spare one from a parts car, please let me know. This would be in front of where the rear lower control arm attaches to the frame. I ordered a new intermediate cable but can't hook it up without this little clip. Thank you, John Nasta
[Chevelle-list] Steering Linkage Torque
Title: Message I have installed all new tie rods and center link for my 69 and wanted to know if any one knew how much to tighten the fasteners on these links. I do not see any specification in my manual. All connections make use of a castle nut and cotter pin. Thanks. john
RE: [Chevelle-list] ???RearEndHousing???
Title: Message Aside from driveshaft changes, what other modification will be needed? john -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Sunday, September 04, 2005 10:23 AMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] ???RearEndHousing??? Eddie: If you just don't want what happened to happen again buying a C-clip eliminator kit would be the answer and the cheapest route. Currie, Moser, etc make direct replacement rearends both as ford inch style and GM 12 bolt style. With the 9 inch you do have to modify your driveline . If you are leaving the 350 in there I wouldn't bother going to the 9 inch. What caused the failure ? Did the axle break or the c-clip ? Larry (Z)
RE: [Chevelle-list] suggestions on a 12 bolt
Herb, I was going through your website pertaining to your Elky. I am interested in the Currie Enterprises 9" rear (like you have) for my 69SS and had a few questions: 1) Did the stock Chevelle lines work? Did you have to weld on a clip at the top of the unit or was that there already? 2) Do you have pictures showing detail of the lines at the back of the wheel (I saw the one kind of showing the center section)? 3) Was there any trouble getting the parking brake to work? Did the brakes interface with the default intermediate cable of the Chevelle parking brake system? 4) Was it a true bolt-in? Sorry for the on-slaught of questions, but this is a big expense and I want to be know what work lies ahead. Thanks a lot for the help. John John M. Usher, Ph.D., P.E. 260 McCain Bldg. M/S 9542 Miss. State, MS 39762 662-325-7624 (voice) 662-325-7618 (fax) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Herb Lumpp Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2005 5:15 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] suggestions on a 12 bolt I guess I'll throw in my experience about aftermarket rears... About two years ago I ordered a complete Currie 9" and like Ron mentioned below, I too got carried away while ordering. The entire rear including shipping ended up costing $3600. Even though it cost a lot, I can't complain because it has been one of the few bolt it in and forget items I've bought. It quietly does its thing with no fuss. I wish I could say that for every part on my El but we all know how that goes! Herb Lumpp http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Ron Sparks Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 11:39 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] suggestions on a 12 bolt Mike has it right. I'm planning to install my Moser this weekend. Nothing cheap about it - plus I got carried away as I was ordering... Don't forget about the shipping either. Moser sends them with the shipping COD. Had to warn the wife about that $225 bill before it was a surprise :-) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of mike f Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 6:50 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] suggestions on a 12 bolt I guess maybe the best question to start in these situations is to ask, How much money can you afford? I did the Mosser 12 bolt thing. Got the differential and spline count I wanted with late model Chevrolet flanges. I think the old style brake kits, if this is a consideration at the moment, are cheaper than a junkyard or new 93-up rear disc setup. But really, it's all about your fundage, as it were. mike f. --- Dale <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Tom, > > Are you sure it's not a 3.07 gear? A few years ago, after years of > local searching, I found a 67 rear for $300 and spent another $350 or > so putting new bearings, seals, etc in it. '67 rears are kind of a > one-year item due to spring mounting and width and Moser's and > Currie's can run a couple grand complete from what I read. > > Dale > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Graham > Wooden > Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 2:25 PM > To: The Chevelle Mailing List > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] suggestions on a 12 bolt > > Tom, > > I got a 12bolt from a 66SS that will be installed soon in my 67SS. > Same width as my '67 but I have to use '66 springs. I paid $500 and > it's in fair to good condition. It's a non-posi 3.08 gearing. I was > going to get new springs anyway so it was a good match-up. > > http://projectchevelle.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core:ShowItem&g2_ite mId= > 272 > > It's pictured with my Wilwood rear disc kit installed. I am about to > POR-15 it. > > -graham > > > Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: > > > I have to replace the 10 bolt that is on my 67 SS > (it has a SS VIN #, > seems > > like that's another story) and am wondering which > way to go? A 12 bolt off > > another SS or one of the aftermarket rear ends? > It's too late for an all > > original as it has a 68 396/350 horse motor in it. > Just want a nice > driver. > > If I do > > end up with an aftermarket, any suggestions on > that as well? Moser, > Currie?? > > Thanks for any help. > > tom purtzer > > > > > > > > > > > > Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
[Chevelle-list] Brake Booster Angle
I have two questions that have always puzzled me 1) Why are brake boosters (and therefore master cylinders) sometimes mounted at an angle? Why are the brackets not such that they are essentially level? 2) Why do they tell you to bench bleed a master cylinder on a bench vise and not with it attached to the brake booster so you can use the brake pedal to activate the plunger? Doing it on a bench vise is a real pain in terms of activating the plunger. Thanks. john
[Chevelle-list] Transmission support bar location?
I have a 69 SS with a TH-400 and the transmission is out of the car, but I want to put the transmission support bar back on the frame. I have sandblasted and painted the frame and forget which set of holes to use to attach the trans support bar to on the frame. Can anyone tell me which holes to use? Thanks. john 69 SS
[Chevelle-list] Off-topic question on why trans consumes fluid when no leak
I have an 89 Buick LeSabre automatic trans on a 3.8L V6. It does not leak but consumes transmission fluid pretty quick. Where is this fluid going and what is potentially wrong? I appreciate any help you may provide. John 69 SS
[Chevelle-list] Any idea where I can find this piece
I am restoring the vent in the cowl of my 1969 SS. The piece is the one that connects the vacuum diaphragm to the vent flap. This piece is broken. I need to find one from another car. Does anyone on the list have one they are not using. (I know some folks just trash this vent component.) You can see a picture of the piece I am talking about at the links below. http://www2.msstate.edu/~usherjm/BrokenPieceBack.jpg http://www2.msstate.edu/~usherjm/BrokenPiece.jpg Thanks for you help. John 69 SS Mississippi
RE: [Chevelle-list] SS dash help
Chuck Hanson reviewed (in ACES pub in the last few months) the new one from Goodmark for the 69. It is actually has correct chrome plated for letters and trim. John -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of mark fellman Sent: Thursday, August 19, 2004 6:48 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] SS dash help I bought an SS dash to replace mine that has cracked just above the steering column. Well, what a piece of junk. The chrome was just spray painted with silver paint and there is overspray, etc. The lettering for the lighter and wipers is not raised very high and it's not silver either. Are all the repro SS dashes like this or are there better ones out there. Are there services that could repair my current dash so I can keep it original? Thanks, Mark 71 SS Convertible
[Chevelle-list] Grease for window regulator tracks
What grease would be best to use on the window regulator tracks? John 69SS
[Chevelle-list] Align body with frame
I am placing the body back on the frame and wondered how accurate I need to be. Currently, using the holes at the front (below the cowl), the body is shifted back about 1/4" from being perfectly over the holes. I can insert all the hardware to attach the frame, but was wondering is this 1/4" will be a problem when I go to install all the body panels for the front-end (fenders, hood, etc.) Will I have a problem attaching the front end if I don't fix this offset? Thanks. John 69 Chevelle SS Mississippi
[Chevelle-list] Walking Dog Alignment in Rear
Title: Message Looking at the fact that you can now buy upper and lower rear control arms with spherical bearings in one end to allow some side-to-side (give) movement of the rear end. My question is: Doesn't this cause some alignment problem in the rear? John Usher Mississippi 69 SS
[Chevelle-list] Currie upper control arms don't fit
Title: Message I recently bought the currectrac upper control arms for my 69 Chevelle SS with a 12 bolt rear with 3.73 gears. When I tried to install them I ran into a problem in that the casing on the differential that is on the driver's side is closer to the bushing mount than on the passenger side. This means that the currectrac control arm doesn't fit this bushing mount since its tab interferes with the differential case so the holes don't line up.I hope I have explained this appropriately. The differential case is not symmetrical so the clearance available on one bushing is the not the same as the other. Is this true of all 12 bolt housings? These were suppose to fit. Any ideas what is going on? Here are some pictures at the links: http://www2.msstate.edu/~usherjm/Backsmall.jpg http://www2.msstate.edu/~usherjm/Frontsmall.jpg John Usher Starkville, Mississippi
RE: [Chevelle-List] Price 396 engine
Title: Price 396 engine It was replaced with a 396 engine as well. So, I am interested in any price help with the 396 engine block, heads, carb, distributor, etc. Thanks. John -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Price 396 engineyou said it had a 396 and it was replaced by a crate motor. What motor are you trying to sell? Larry -Original Message-From: John Usher Sent: Friday, December 28, 2001 10:20 AMTo: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]'Subject: [Chevelle-List] Price 396 engine My 69 Chevelle SS had a 396 engine that was replaced with a crate engine some time in its life. The mileage on the car is 82,000 runs, but I believe it could use refreshing. The engine has all the original hardware (heads, distributor, quadrajet carb, etc.). I am going to sell this engine and was wondering what a fair price is for the components. If anyone can offer some advice I would appreciate it. Thanks. John
[Chevelle-List] Price 396 engine
Title: Price 396 engine My 69 Chevelle SS had a 396 engine that was replaced with a crate engine some time in its life. The mileage on the car is 82,000 runs, but I believe it could use refreshing. The engine has all the original hardware (heads, distributor, quadrajet carb, etc.). I am going to sell this engine and was wondering what a fair price is for the components. If anyone can offer some advice I would appreciate it. Thanks. John
