Re: [Chevelle-List] Suspension issue..

2002-09-02 Thread Wayne Kline
Larry. you said the right hand is 1/2 lower then the Left hand( drivers side) The frist thing you have to determine is the body lowere or is the suspension weak thus causing the difference? set it on level site and measure from ground to frame horn front, ground to spindle center , from

RE: [Chevelle-List] 1967 Malibu / El Camino hood - the same?

2002-09-02 Thread Josh Campbell
The hood will work, a chevelle is a chevelle is a chevelle is a chevelle, as for the script, I dunno, take measurements from your old hood and see if the holes are the same. Josh John Nasta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: The hoods are listed as fitting either one. That's for a new hood though.

RE: [Chevelle-List] 1967 Malibu / El Camino hood - the same?

2002-09-02 Thread Josh Campbell
The hood will work, a chevelle is a chevelle is a chevelle is a chevelle, as for the script, I dunno, take measurements from your old hood and see if the holes are the same. Josh John Nasta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: The hoods are listed as fitting either one. That's for a new hood though.

RE: [Chevelle-List] Suspension issue..

2002-09-02 Thread John Nasta
You may have a crushed body mount. John Nasta -Original Message- set it on level site and measure from ground to frame horn front, ground to spindle center , from ground to frame at the cowl mount area and from ground to the center of you whell well opening. then do

[Chevelle-List] 67 Chevelle / El Camino Parts

2002-09-02 Thread LXVIISS
Yesterday, I bought some parts from a guy who is parting out a 67 El Camino. It has been mostly disassembled. The body was still on the frame when I saw it. Itold himI'd put his info out to the list if anyone is interested, so here it is: Al Vogel Westminister, MD 410-751-2414 [EMAIL

RE: [Chevelle-List] Floor trunk braces

2002-09-02 Thread John Nasta
Title: Message Steve, I have never cut out nor welded in a floor pan myself, but I can tell you that there are two braces. One is for the mount bolts on the front of the front seat, and the other is for mounting the front seat belts and the rear mount bolts of the front seat. The

[Chevelle-List] Cheap primer - take the chance?

2002-09-02 Thread Chevelle 69
Title: Message I went to a locale paint distributor for one of the major brands. I thought the price was exceptional. While the paint he carries is brand name and a registered distributor, the brand of primer he gave me is not from that company. It seems to be locally made. It probably

[Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens

2002-09-02 Thread the . cat
Hey! Is there a recommended way to remove the lens that shows which gear you're in? I'm swapping out the Powerglide, and want to replace the lens with one that relates to the shifting pattern of my new trans. Thanks, Dave. -- www.swingvictoria.com

Re: [Chevelle-List] Floor trunk braces

2002-09-02 Thread Dan McIntosh
Title: Message Steve, Last winter I patched a couple spots on my floor, I used a 4 1/2" grinder fitted with a cut off wheel. I drilled a series of holes from under the vehicle about 1/2" away from the body braces, cut up to these holes from the top, and then connected the dots. What this

Re: [Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens

2002-09-02 Thread Dan McIntosh
Dave, On my 65, I removed two screws securing the chrome cover, and the indicator glass came right out with it. Are you putting in a TH350/400? If so I would be real interested to know how you get the column shifter to work with it. Take it easy. Dan McIntosh 65 Malibu - Original Message

RE: [Chevelle-List] ignition and wiper switch tools

2002-09-02 Thread Brenna Olwine
Maybe we are not talking about the same thing, but on my 67 we did not buy any special tools. We used a screw driver on the wiper switch(and of course the button on the bottom of the switch) and a paper clip on the ignition bezel. Brenna -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens

2002-09-02 Thread the . cat
Dave, On my 65, I removed two screws securing the chrome cover, and the indicator glass came right out with it. Are you putting in a TH350/400? If so I would be real interested to know how you get the column shifter to work with it. Take it easy. Dan McIntosh 65 Malibu Sweet - that sounds easy

Re: [Chevelle-List] ignition and wiper switch tools

2002-09-02 Thread Brian
I think we are, at least pretty close. The paper clip is used to get the key cylinder out of the switch assembly. The bezel nut which has three groves around the outside, holds the switch to the dash. I would think since there are three groves that there might be a tool with the same grove

Re: [Chevelle-List] Floor trunk braces

2002-09-02 Thread carla
Title: Message steve Invest in a spot weld cutter ( really a glorified mini hole saw ). From the top a quick wire brushing will reveal where the spot welds between the floor pans and braces are. Center punch in the center of the spot weld. Attach the spot weld cutter to your hand drill and

[Chevelle-List] vacuum hose diagrams

2002-09-02 Thread Kingcurio
Hello, we're switching a 72 chevelle 350 with a 2 barrel carburetor into our 71 chevelle. We need a diagram to connect all the hoses to the carburetor. A little help, please! Thanks!

[Chevelle-List] 1969 chevelle

2002-09-02 Thread Dave Benjamin
I did some house cleaning this month. I sold the 1969 chevelle, 1971 chevelle and the pair of 1967 beaumonts. This week I am also starting to build a 1969 chevelle. We have 3 cars to get one nice on out of. One is a 1969 chevelle and 2 1968 beaumonts. I am building this car for someone

RE: [Chevelle-List] 1969 chevelle

2002-09-02 Thread Chevelle 69
Title: Message Please do so Dave. I have a 69 as well. I am doing a major "frame-off" (my first) and will take all tips and advice on how to do things I can get! If anyone else has a web site of restoration in progress I always love seeing those. Perferably a 69, but sometimes tips apply

RE: [Chevelle-List] Floor trunk braces

2002-09-02 Thread Chevelle 69
Title: Message Thanks Dan! Good tip I hadn't though of that, but sure makes sense! Steve -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Dan McIntoshSent: Monday, September 02, 2002 2:52 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re:

RE: [Chevelle-List] 1969 chevelle

2002-09-02 Thread John Nasta
Title: Message My 69 El Camino project is at http://johnnasta.com/elcamino I need to put a candle under Ron's ass to get it done. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Chevelle 69 Sent: Monday, September 02, 2002 11:33 PM To:

RE: [Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens -- 200R4?

2002-09-02 Thread Dave Studly
Hey Dave, What kind of motor do you have in front of that 200-R4? And where was your trans built? I've read in the rags that they're decent for mild V8s, but others have had serious trouble with them. Just curious.. -Dave -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

RE: [Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens -- 200R4?

2002-09-02 Thread Kelly C. Hanna
What kind of motor do you have in front of that 200-R4? And where was your trans built? I've read in the rags that they're decent for mild V8s, but others have had serious trouble with them. Just curious.. I didn't catch this one the first time...200's are very weak transmissions...even built

RE: [Chevelle-List] Column Shift Indicator Lens -- 200R4?

2002-09-02 Thread the . cat
Hey Dave, What kind of motor do you have in front of that 200-R4? And where was your trans built? I've read in the rags that they're decent for mild V8s, but others have had serious trouble with them. Just curious.. -Dave Hi! It's a (mostly) stock inline 6. I'm building it myself w/ a kit