Re: [Chevelle-list] Cross Country Purchase
Dan, I had a proffesional inspector look at a Camaro I was interested in a while back because I did not have the time to make the 6 hr drive. I am so glad I did. For less than $200, I got a full and thoroug inspection. Many, many things that the owner or pictures did not reveal. That saved me $1000's in the long run.
[Chevelle-list] Concept Corvette
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[Chevelle-list] Automotive Lift
The side walls are 16', so height is not an issue. Jerry, I live in NW MO. I am also planning on radiant floor heat, so anything you have learned, I would appreciate. What is the fuel source for your boiler ? My options for fuel are propane, waste oil, and a corn burning furnace. Thanks, Jerry, Eric John 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 Build your building with 12' walls. My dad's garage has 10' walls and you cannot take his four post lift all the way up (with a vehicle on it.) Eric 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 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.
[Chevelle-list] Automotive Lift
I am in the planning stages of building a shop for my farm and hopefully to do some work on classic cars too. I am considering different options for a lift. Would really like something that is not taking up space when not in use. Any opinions, do's, don'ts, experiences, etc ? All advice is welcome. Thanks in advance. Larry
[Chevelle-list] 5.7 L Hemi
For anyone out there that may happen to have a 5.7L Dodge hemi, there is a problem with the valve springs. My '04 with 80K miles swallowed a valve as a result of the valve spring breaking. The good news is Chrysler did stand behind it and paid for all but $500 of the repairs, even though out of warranty. If you are driving hemi of or near this vintage I would suggest having the valve springs upgraded. FYI
Re: [Chevelle-list] 1969 Spare Tire
Same for ' 71 ??? Larry What kind of wheel would a spare be mounted on in a 1969 SS 396 car? A standard steel wheel or a SS mag? Thanks in advance! All 5 wheels are the same, SS car would get an SS wheel for the spare. Dale From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net [mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Steve Lordsmeyer Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 9:07 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] 1969 Spare Tire What kind of wheel would a spare be mounted on in a 1969 SS 396 car? A standard steel wheel or a SS mag? Thanks in advance! The only difference would be the spare would not have the center cap or the trim ring. - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 11:28 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1969 Spare Tire All 5 wheels are the same, SS car would get an SS wheel for the spare. Dale
[Chevelle-list] Big Block upgrade ?
Hi Kids I am considering upgrading the stock SB 350 engine in my '71 Chevelle for a built crate motor ? I am leaning to bigger cubes like a 454. I would prefer a low end torque driver for weekend cruising. I have only glanced at the Summit and Jegs websites to this point. Is EFI a viable option ? Does anyone have a preference as far as brands ? Blueprint, World, GM, etc. ? Larry Hickman
Re: [Chevelle-list] Sail Panels
I had my'71done by a professional, andthe sail panelsare coming loose anyhow. I wonder if GM used some sort of "miracle" adhesive back in the day ? BTW, good looking engine, Dan ! Larry I had some left over from the restoration that I performed on my Chevelle - they were original and looked a little used. I cleaned them up as well as I could but they just didn't look right so I got new material and tried to glue that on usung the 77 spray adhesive. I had to cut the darts as well to get it to form smoothly around the edges, etc. After one summer - they started to bubble a little, I ordered pre-done ones and those are in now - they are starting to bubble as well. I'll have to try something new. I think I'll have them recovered by a professional interior/trim business - maybe a thicker backer board will work. Bob, 71Chevelle SS Sbbut will be a 454 soon. Considering mine is far from original and I prefer a 69 or 70 style, the 70 would be the easy fix! The question is how much will the conversion cost. I’m dropping in a blown 468 in the car so it should move along.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Christmas Book
Tom Someone bought me a book called Original Chevelle 1964 - 1972, by Jim Schild. It has some nice pics and some good general info about production #'s and available options etc. Larry My daughter traditionally gets me a book for Christmas, and she is looking for ideas for me this year. I'm still learning-as-I go with this hobby, working on my '71 Malibu and '66 El Camino. I might get into rebuilding the small block in the Malibu some day, and would like to learn more about this. Can anyone suggest a good book for either general Chevelle history, or engine rebuild how-to? Thanks. Tom Tomlinson ___ Chevelle-list mailing list Chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net
Re: [Chevelle-list] Auto Inspection Reccomendation
Ed I had a good experience with a company that someone recommended to me. It was something like; Cars-on-line.com, but not sure of that. My contact was a gal called JJ. They find certified, local inspectors near your car and then she makes the final appraisal after she gets the report from the inspector. Her email is; [EMAIL PROTECTED] or call 905-554-5538. Hope this helps. Larry A little off topic however I am looking for a reputable auto inspection service for a NON-Chevelle in the Fairfax VA area. Vehicle is a 2002 Saab Turbo. Any recommendations or direction pointing would be appreciated Thanks, Ed 70 Chevelle SS
Re: [Chevelle-list] Car inspection
The camaro is 30 minutes north of Evansville, Indiana. Larry Hickman --- On Sun, 10/19/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone know of someone who could do a qualified inspection on a '67 Camaro in southern Indiana ? Thanks. Larry Hickman __ Larry, Where at in southern Indiana? __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
[Chevelle-list] Car inspection / appraisal
Does anyone know of someone who could do a qualified inspection on a '67 Camaro in southern Indiana ? Thanks. Larry Hickman __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] 2010 Camaro update
So Rich... What color did you decide on ? I don't guess there is any solid information about a build date for the convertibles yet ? Larry --- On Tue, 10/14/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 63, Issue 14 To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 1:00 PM Send Chevelle-list mailing list submissions to chevelle-list@chevelles.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to [EMAIL PROTECTED] You can reach the person managing the list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than Re: Contents of Chevelle-list digest... Today's Topics: 1. 2010 Camaro update (Rich Pruett) FYI Add [EMAIL PROTECTED] to your address book to make sure you continue to receive Chevy email. Dear Rich, Today's the day! The 2010 Camaro is now available to order (production starts early 2009). Starting at $22,995,1 the Camaro isn't just a sports car, but a bold emotion sculpted in sheet metal that drops jaws and inspires envy in those not behind the wheel. Simply put, with its creased, taut lines and unexpected array of standard features, this cutting-edge performance machine is passion — perfected. So what are you waiting for? Be one of the first to take the wheel of this truly modern performance vehicle. Visit chevy.com/camaro for more in-depth information on Camaro. Download a PDF of available Camaro packaging. Then visit your local Chevy dealer to reserve yours today! See the 2010 Camaro in its prime-time debut. Tune in to My Own Worst Enemy, a new series about a spy with split personalities who drives a 2010 Camaro Coupe. Premiering Monday, Oct. 13, at 10 p.m./9 p.m. CT on NBC. 1 Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment extra. 2 For select compatible phones. Go to gm.com/bluetooth to find out which Bluetooth phones are compatible wit h the vehicle. The Bluetooth word mark is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such mark by Chevrolet is under license. 3 Always use safety belts and the correct restraint for your child's age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate infant, child or booster seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with a passenger air bag. See the Owner's Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information. 4 With available six-speed automatic transmission with TAPshift controls. 3.6L DI VVT V6 estimated 27 MPG highway. Estimates based on GM testing. EPA estimates not yet available. 5 Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for details and system limitations. 6 On select models. 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 email regarding GM vehicles, please click here. ___ Chevelle-list mailing list Chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net
[Chevelle-list] VIn and cowl tag decoding
Any Firebird or Trans Am experts out there ? I am trying to decode what is supposed to be a '78 Trans Am. The vin shows it to be a Trans Am, but the cowl tag is showing it to be a Firebird. To this point, I have only had time to check a couple different web sites. Can anyone recommend a good resource that I can get my hands on quickly ? Thanks in advance for any help. Larry Hickman
Re: [Chevelle-list] ever thought of trading your Chevelle
Jim I am curious what those other one or two cars would be. The Chevelle I have now is not my dream car, but I do like the way it turned out and don't plan on selling it. I am just going to have to wait to buy another until I have more storage. I would love to find a first generation, convertible Camaro and a big block '69 Vette. Larry There's really only 1 or 2 cars I'd even half consider trading mine for, and if the opp came up I honestly don't know what I'd do. I love my Chevelle, it's just that I've had it for over 10 years now, so every now and again I get the temporary lapse of swapping it for something else. I don't have enough room at my home for another car, so it would have to be one or the other. She gets lots of looks on the road, it's just the whole been there done that thing now. Just wanted to hear everyone elses' thoughts, so thanks! Jim
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 62, Issue 8
Thanks for the replies guys. She claims to have a standing offer of $8500, if true she should probably take it. Since it is not the convertible that I am really looking for (for my wife) I think I will probably pass on this one because I think she will laugh at my offer. Either that or I will save my money and buy a 2010 Camaro that gets better mileage and performance both. Did anyone happen to read the article about the guy who bought the '70 Challenger new (and kept) when he was in the service and bought a new '08 Challenger that was in October Hemmings Muscle Machines ? His comparison of the 2 cars makes a pretty good argument for buying a new Camaro instead of putting $20 - $25K in an old one. But just in case there is someone out there wanting to part with a first generation convertible Camaro, with an original V8, let me know. ;) Larry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Its really hard to put a price on someone elses junk (its all junk to me, even my black car). I always work it out this way, if I were to junk it and part it out, what would it bring me? Can I sell the motor/tranny for a few hundred bucks? How about the fenders? Are the misc. interior pieces that are normally gone/ broken there? What kind of price would the frame fetch me? Believe it or not you can run into a couple thousand in just parts if you are willing to sell it all individually and not sell it in one lump sum. I once bought a 55 Chevy that was too far gone to fool with but it was complete. I managed to sell everything off the car including the rotted sheetmetal. I then sold the body to a guy that made a nostalgia dirttracker out of it. Anyway maybe this will help. 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 (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on) From: Rick Schaefer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Sat, 6 Sep 2008 17:41:17 -0500 Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] '68 Camaro Larry I have a 68 camaro in near the same condition. It needs at least partial quarters (both) and a patch in the driver side floor. And repair to the tranny tunnel where someone hacked it for floor shifter. The rest is probably usable as is.I already have subframe connectors, new springs (FR) and everything else to rebuild front end with discs. Also new windshield. Entire interior is there but needs replacing from carpet to headliner. Its an original 6cyl 3 spd car. A few months ago, I was gonna sell it and try to get 3-4 K out of it. I weathered my financial storm and I've since changed my mind about selling it , but at that time I thought that the 3-4 was a reasonable expectation. My .02 FWIW. On Sat, Sep 6, 2008 at 5:21 PM, Josh Campbell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino From: Dan Rachlin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Sun, 7 Sep 2008 09:03:23 -0400 Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] '68 Camaro I don't know, but I am looking for a 67 to rebuild if anyone has one. Preferably an RS but will consider others. Looking to spend under $5000. Thanks Dan On Sat, Sep 6, 2008 at 2:08 PM, Larry Hickman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
[Chevelle-list] '68 Camaro
Hey Gang I am looking for some input. I have the opportunity to buy a '68 Camaro, practically in my back yard. It is a project car that ran as recently as 3 or 4 years ago but inside stored for approximately 12 years or longer. Not the original color or transmission, originally 4spd, with a 350, needing paint and rocker panels, floor pan, inner fenders, but the rest of the sheet metal looks decent. Interior is mostly there, but will need new door panels and seats need recovering, along with headliner, carpet, package tray, etc. I have checked NADA, Collector Car Market Review, Edmonds and Gold Book, but still not comfortable enough to make a solid offer. Anyone want to make a suggestion or lead me to a better resource for pricing ? Thanks in advance. Larry
Re: [Chevelle-list] Top ten reasons farm trucks are not stollen
But the $1000 worth of diesel in the transfer tank in the back will make it a little more tempting ! LOL From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Rich Pruett) To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net (The Chevelle Mailing List) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:30:37 + Subject: [Chevelle-list] O/T; TOP 10 REASONS FARM TRUCKS AREN'T STOLEN Thought we could use a laugh. You can file one or more reasons under been there and done that. 10. They have about 20 miles before they overheat, breakdown or run out of gas. 9. Only the owner knows how to operate the door to get in or out. 8. It is difficult to drive fast with all the fence tools, grease rags, ropes, chains, syringes, buckets, boots and loose papers in the cab. 7. It takes too long to start, and the smoke coming up through the rusted-out floorboard clouds your vision. 6. The Border Collie on the toolbox looks mean. 5. They're too easy to spot. The description might go something like this: The driver's side door is red, the passenger side door is green, the right front fender is yellow, etc. 4. The large round bale in the back makes it hard to see if you're being chased. You could use the mirrors if they weren't cracked and covered with duct tape. 3. Top speed is approximately 45 mph. 2. Who wants to steal a truck that needs a year's worth of maintenance, u-joints, $3,000 in body work, tail-lights and windshield? 1. It is hard to commit a crime with everyone waving at you. ___
Re: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
Jimmy
I had the same problem when I did my '71. It ended up that there was a
build-up of rust behind the bleed valves on the rear drums. I was able to use a
small wire to break the rust loose and bleed them as they should. Good luck.
Larry
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1. Re: Balancer question (Jim H. Thompson)
2. brake conversion (Jim Chris)
3. Lead additive? (Dan Rachlin)
4. Re: brake conversion (Jim H. Thompson)
5. life time (Jim H. Thompson)
6. Re: Lead additive? (Tom Rightler)
7. Re: brake conversion (Jim Chris)
8. Re: brake conversion (Rick Schaefer)
9. Re: life time (Dan Rachlin)
From: Jim H. Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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I converted from drum to disk up front with a kit from ground up (THE RIGHT
STUFF product) and I cant get the original rear drums to bleed . is there
something with the distrabution block that I was supposed to do ? I followed
the directins as I understood them.I will call them tomorrow but am anxious,
Jimmy.C
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Date: Tue, 24 Jun 2008 21:16:48 -0400
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Lead additive?
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
Did you bench bleed the master cylinder first? Does your
proportioning valve have a button on the front? If so depress that first.
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Chris
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 9:14 PM
To: Chevelle Forum
Subject: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
I converted from drum to disk up front with a kit from ground up (THE RIGHT
STUFF product) and I cant get the original rear drums to bleed . is there
something with the distrabution block that I was supposed to do ? I followed
the directins as I understood them.I will call them tomorrow but am anxious,
Jimmy.C
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Subject: [Chevelle-list] life time
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From: Jim H. Thompson
To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List'
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 9:27 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
Did you bench bleed the master cylinder first? Does your proportioning
valve have a button on the front? If so depress that first.
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Chris
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 9:14 PM
To: Chevelle Forum
Subject: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
I converted from drum to disk up front with a kit from ground up (THE RIGHT
STUFF product) and I cant get the original rear drums to bleed . is there
something with the distrabution block that I was supposed to do ? I followed
the directins as I understood them.I will call them tomorrow but am anxious,
Jimmy.C
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From: Rick Schaefer [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Date: Tue, 24 Jun 2008 21:11:07 -0500
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
Does the prop valve look like this one:
http://www.inlinetube.com/images/Prop%20Valves/pr106.jpg that is the button
on the left. My GM service manual (for 72) says that button needs to be
pushed in when bleeding rear brakes. They have an explaination, but honestly
its been so long that I can't remember the details. Something to do with the
auto shut off of fluid (safety feature) if you get a leak at either the front
or rear I think.
On 6/24/08, Jim Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I did bench bleed
it. and it does have a button at the front of the proportioning valve ,but
there was no mention of it in the directions. what function does it have ?
Jimmy.C
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Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 9:27 PM
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Did you bench bleed the master cylinder first? Does your proportioning
valve have a button on the front? If so depress that first.
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Chris
Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 9:14 PM
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Subject: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
I converted from drum to disk up front with a
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 59, Issue 18
Dan I have a naive question. What are fender extensions ? Larry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1. 70 Fender Extensions (Daniel Solomon) Is there any chance that some 70 Chevelle fender extensions were made from pot metal. My friend just picked up a pair of them for a car we are restoring and they were stamped sheet metal like every other one that I have seen. He wasn't sure they were correct because he said the ones on his 70 are pot metal. I argued for a while and then gave up. Any chance he is correct? Godspeed, Dan Solomon It is a mistake to allow any mechanical object to realize you are in a hurry. http://www.freewebs.com/chevelles1970/
[Chevelle-list] Internet Scam
Has anyone else seen this scam in your local paper ? A '69 Z28 Camaro w/ 85K mi. and a good pic advertised for $4500. Obviously under priced. I googled the # and the add shows up in at least 6 or 8 papers from across the country. Included is an email address that sends back a generic reply that goes as follows; I'm glad that you're interested in my car. The car is street legal and accurate. It comes with all the documents needed for registration, it has a clear title and it can be registered into your name at any time. I am willing to sell it for $4500 .This buy now price does include the shipping and insurance fees. I'm located in Portland, OR and the car is here as well and so this is where the car will be shipped from. I've done some research and the best and fastest way I can ship it is using Hemisphere cargo Shipping Ltd which takes between 4 to 6 days to arrive at your door (door to door handling and shipping insurance fee included). I am affiliated with Yahoo! Finance where I have a purchase protection account for $ 10,000.00. This service allows us to complete this transaction in a manner that is quick and safe for both of us. It acts as a third party between seller and buyer to insure that both parties comply to transaction requirements and provides dispute resolution and mediation between parties. Yahoo! Finance is responsible to insure that both parties comply to transaction requirements. If this is ok with you please reply with your complete name, address and shipping address in your next email and let me know if you are interested in knowing more details about this purchase so that I can open a transaction case at Yahoo! Finance and move forward with this deal. Thank you, Dianna Carey JUST TRYING TO KEEP SOMEONE FROM GETTTING RIPPED OFF !
Re: [Chevelle-list] brake question
A new master cylinder and proportioning valve too. I just made the conversion myself this winter. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Send Chevelle-list mailing list submissions to chevelle-list@chevelles.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to [EMAIL PROTECTED] You can reach the person managing the list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than Re: Contents of Chevelle-list digest... Today's Topics: 1. Re: brake question (Dan Rachlin) From: Dan Rachlin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Thu, 8 May 2008 16:12:18 -0400 Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] brake question No, but I believe you do need a different master though. On Thu, May 8, 2008 at 11:53 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: if you have 4-wheel drum power brakes and upgrade to front discs. do you have to change the booster too?? thanks Harlan - Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. ___ Chevelle-list mailing list Chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 58, Issue 6
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[Chevelle-list] Crate Engines
Has anyone ever had a good experience with a crate engine ? I bought a small block Chevy, crate engine, through Jasper several years ago to put in my boat. It seemed like an economical alternative to rebuilding the one I had. Long story short, it failed about 30 days out of warranty. When we took it apart to see why, it had been over-bored and sleeved. Who sleeves a small block gas engine ?!! Just wondering if there is a reliable mass-production engine builder/rebuilder, performance or stock, out there ? Larry '71 Chevelle - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Crate Engines
Chuck
It was your unfortunate experience that prompted my to tell my tale. Surely
someone has had a good experience, otherwise, how would these guys stay in
business ? Good luck with your new built engine. Thanks.
Larry
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Larry,
DONT go to Hi-Tech in Salt Lake City. After 30 miles the rocker arm studs
started pulling out around #4. Engine sent back to them for inspection, and
they said there was nothing wrong with it and if I did not want it back they
were going to reassemble it and sell it to the next person that ordered that
particular engine. I told them to keep it. Guess they screwed up and it
didnt last until the warranty ran out.
Chuck Speake
1970 Chevelle Malibu
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
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So, you hold the needle valve in while pumping the brakes and attempting the
bleeding process all at the same time ???
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1. Proportioning Valve Problems (Larry Hickman)
2. Re: Proportioning Valve Problems (Jim Buckingham)
From: Larry Hickman [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2008 13:17:30 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Proportioning Valve Problems
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Proportioning Valve Problems
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On mine, there was a rubber covered button that I had press to get
fluid to go to the rear. Not sure if that was reqequired or just happened at
the same time.
Jim
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[Chevelle-list] Proportioning Valve Problems
Hey Guys I did a front power disk brake conversion on my '71 Chevelle. Everything fit together very well and looks as it should. My problem is I can't bleed the rear brakes. I can crack the brake lines ahead of the wheel cylinders, and get fluid when the pedal is pumped, but can not get any air or fluid out of the bleeders on either rear wheel cylinder. I have completely removed the bleeder valves to look for an obstruction of some sort, and they are clear. The visible portion of the needle valve on the proportioning valve block does extend slightly when the brakes are activated, but it only moves about a 1/16th of an inch. Is this the way they are supposed to work ? The kit came with a new proportioning valve for front disk/rear drum brakes that is supposed to be correct for all GM A bodies of this era. I suspect this to be the problem, but don't know how to test it. Any ideas ? I am stumped. - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.
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Thanks, this will help a lot ! [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Delicious ideas to please the pickiest eaters. Watch the video on AOL Living. From: Malibu [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Sun, 2 Mar 2008 08:39:39 -0500 Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Brake Proportioning Valve - Original Message - From: Larry Hickman To: Chevelle List Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 5:06 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Brake Proportioning Valve What I really need is a schematic for a 5 port proportioning valve. - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.___ Chevelle-list mailing list Chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net - Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search.image/jpeg
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What I really need is a schematic for a 5 port proportioning valve. - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.
[Chevelle-list] Wiper assembly
Does anyone know what the windshield wiper assembly where the splined stub
shafts are mounted in in some type of pot metal are called ? On my ' 71, the
little pin that allows part of the linkage to pivot is broke. I don't have a
parts book, and have not been able to find one in aftermarket books. Kinda hard
to call around to salvage yards if you don't know what the thing is called.
Thanks.
Larry Hickman
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1. Re: Cam choice? (Pelle Andersson)
2. Re: Horrific - keep it on the track (Jim H. Thompson)
3. SBC fuel line (Tom Tomlinson)
4. Re: SBC fuel line (ted laidig)
5. Re: SBC fuel line (John Nasta)
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7. 65 sheetmetal parts (Dean Vandergriff)
8. Re: 65 sheetmetal parts (William Cross)
From: Pelle Andersson [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Date: Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:43:58 +0100
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Cam choice?
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Edelbrocks lumpiest cam!!??
//Pelle
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Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 1:49 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Cam choice?
Although I think your cam choice would work, I believe it's at the far end of
what I would put in a daily driver street car.
It really depends on what you want. Do you want a car to show off? Is a lumpy
idle is more important than practicality? If that's what you want, then I think
it's a good choice.
Do you want more practicality and drivability? I can only imagine what you
pay for gas where you are. Let's face it, a big block isn't going to get very
good gas mileage by today's standards anyway, but is economy important to you?
If it is, go a little smaller.
If you are building a daily driver then my philosophy is this; less is more
when it comes to cams. A lumpy idle is cool but a smaller cam will give you
more power where you can use it...in the lower to mid-range.
Even in drag racing less can be more. I have a 3600 pound 71 that runs 11.50s
with a Crane 224/236 @ .050 hydraulic roller in a 461 (.030 over 454). Most
people don't believe that's all the cam I have in it. I think it works as good
as it does because it gives me the bottom end power to get a heavy car moving.
Staying within the Edelbrock line, I would recommend this cam for your
application:
http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=EDL%2D5062autoview=sku
Bill Vander Werf
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From: Pelle Andersson
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 6:41 AM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Cam choice?
Hi!
What do you guys think about putting a edelbrock 7162 cam in my 402?
Stock heads, 800cfm holley, performer rpm intake, hooker pro comp headers
Mallory Hei.
http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=EDL%2D7162autoview=sku
Please comment!
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Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Horrific - keep it on the track
That is right in my backyard. I live in Waldorf.
What guy would bring his children and grandkids to a street race at 3 in the
morning? Then step in the middle of the road to watch?
There were just bodies everywhere; it was horrible, said Crystal Gaines,
27, whose father was among the dead.
Gaines said she grabbed her child but could not help her father, William
Gaines Sr., 61.
He wasn't breathing, he wasn't moving, she said. His body was in
pieces.
Prince George's County Police Cpl. Clinton Copeland said a tractor-trailer
came by shortly afterward may also have struck someone on the road as it tried
to avoid the crash.
[Jim Thompson] The tire smoke was like a fog across the highway. The poor
bastard who came along just drove into the fog. How was he to know people were
standing in the middle of the road looking the other way. There are no street
lights or traffic signal there. You are more or less in the country side. The
speed limit is 55 but even in rush hour you need to do 70 to stay
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What is the issue with OPG ? I ordered an aftermarket non-functioning cowl hood, and was well pleased with it. BTW, have a good original hood for sale. Larry Hickman 56K mi. '71 Chevelle SS clone - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage.
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I am new to the list and have a question about the wiper assembly on '70 - '72 Chevelles. In all of the web sites and parts books that I have looked at to date, I don't see replacements for the shafts and housing (don't know what they are called) that the wiper blades are mounted to. Does anyone know what these pieces are called ? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Send Chevelle-list mailing list submissions to chevelle-list@chevelles.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to [EMAIL PROTECTED] You can reach the person managing the list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than Re: Contents of Chevelle-list digest... Today's Topics: 1. Re: Error (Rick Schaefer) From: Rick Schaefer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2008 12:48:33 -0600 Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Error But we like links to pictures. On Jan 18, 2008 12:25 PM, Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Photos or even owning a Chevelle not required. Welcome! - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 18, 2008 12:15 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Error You're on the list. -Tim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:08 am Subject: [Chevelle-list] Error Must be an error - I just wanted to register for the Chevelle list. I have a Chevelle and wanted to sign-up. Rgds, Bob -Original Message- From: Rowan, Jerry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Fri, 18 Jan 2008 8:47 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] I want to list my chevelle for sale So you have a 67 for sale...Please e-mail me the photos and details about the car [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks Jerry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dale Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2008 2:40 PM To: 'Phillip Adams'; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] I want to list my chevelle for sale Who were you sending the photo to? The mailing list does not accept photos (don't think so anyway) and the list does not list cars for sale. You might try a free photo hosting service like cardomain.com or photobucket.com and then post a link to the car. Dale McIntosh -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Phillip Adams Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2008 1:31 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] I want to list my chevelle for sale I sent an email and a photo of my 67 Chevelle yesterday, but it has bnot come up on your list. Do I need to submit it to another email address? _ avast! Antivirus http://www.avast.com : Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 080114-3, 01/14/2008 Tested on: 1/15/2008 2:39:58 PM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2008 ALWIL Software. - More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail! - avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 080118-0, 01/18/2008 Tested on: 1/18/2008 12:21:34 PM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2008 ALWIL Software. -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino ___ Chevelle-list mailing list Chevelle-list@chevelles.net http://chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net - Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search.
