barf ola I remember those !
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From: "Lahar" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, May 26, 2003 10:50 PM
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> Sounds like the same material they used on those horrible (but cool?)
> psychedelic posters I us
I have replaced front suspension parts on several cars.
I would crawl under and squeeze the joints ( top to bottom ) with a channel
lock.
If I saw more than a RCH of play I would consider replacing it.
It depends on how tight u want the front end .
If I was doing the in and out tie rods I would pro
Found a set of Super
Comps on ebay tonight for 64-67 model years. Item #
2417041198
<>
Hello Listers...
I recently asked any if they know where I might be able to find a new timing chain for my '70 Mali.
Actually I'm stuck at the torsional damper. I've taken all bolts out of the engines front cover and the accessory drive pulley off, already. I was wonder if there was anyway I
Oops... didn't see you already replied :)
Rodney. 71 ChevelleEl Mirage, AZ
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From:
James Strunk
Jr.
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 3:37 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Timing
Chain
Hey Charles,go to your local AUTO
You can borrow one from Autozone. They have a
tool loaning program.
Rodney. 71 ChevelleEl Mirage, AZ
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chain???
Hello
Anyone interested in a 69 SS hood in very nice condition
I will put it on Ebay next week, but offering it to you guys first
E mail me direct
Joe
69 Chevelle
You would think they'd be all for cages... I mean improved safety and all...
it seems like if you get a discount for airbags in newer cars you should get
a discount for a roll cage in older cars :)
Rodney.
71 Chevelle
El Mirage, AZ
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From: "Michael Pell" <[EMAIL PROTE
I'll second that... I just fixed the same
problem on my '96 Camaro. Symptoms were exactly the same.
Galen
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From:
John Nasta
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 7:46 PM
Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] Brakes
locking up
Hello Listers...
I recently asked any if they know where I might be able to find a new timing chain for my '70 Mali.
Actually I'm stuck at the torsional damper. I've taken all bolts out of the engines front cover and the accessory drive pulley off, already. I was wonder if there was anyway I
The company I've heard a ton of good things about,is Sneed.
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
ACES #1650
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint_hooper.htm
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From: bglove1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Another company I have heard of is Grundy. Whic
You need to remove the 2 ballast wires and replace them with a single wire that goes to the positive side if the HEI coil to supply power. Hook up the wires that go to the right side of the starter solenoid terminals and you are good to go. The wires that go to the left side of the starter soleno
I am not a 100% sure with the 67 but I think a yellow comes up from the
starter and another one comes from the fuse block to the Coil. The problem
is if you put a volt meter from those 2 to ground I think it's only around 9
Volts. The wire coming from the fuse block is a resistive wire which knocks
Another company I have heard of is Grundy. Which is a company located in PA.
Bryan Glover Jr.
72 Chevelle
>= Original Message From Michael Pell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> =
>>They obviously only want restorations, not anything modified beyond a
>
>Not entirely true, they insured my pros
Let us know what you find out,Michael. I need to get some good insurance on
my 69 El Camino.
If Great American is pretty good,maybe we ACES members need to start
supporting our advertisers better.
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
ACES #1650
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Hagerty said they wouldn't insure my Callaway because my daily drivers (that
wouldn't even be insured by them) were too old. My daily drivers at the time
were a 1991 Chevy truck and 1995 Honda Accord.
Kinda strange,huh?
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
ACES #1650
http:
>They obviously only want restorations, not anything modified beyond a
Not entirely true, they insured my prostreet car (tubbed, but no cage or
NOS).
I'm in the processing of switching to Great American Insurance Company.
They will insure just about anything, I think even race-only cars.
Their r
I'm interested,Mike. Can you email me offline at [EMAIL PROTECTED] ?
Clint HooperLT5 Registry Directorhttp://www.LT5Registry.net/ACES
#1650http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint_hooper.htm
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I have a custom made Glastek 2 1/4 cow
I was turned down by Hagerty when I was asked whether my car had a
nitrous system (At that point it didn't). I told the girl I was thinking
about it and she cut our conversation short and told me they wouldn't
insure any car that had nitrous or EVER had nitrous. I asked how they
could possibly know
Dale,
Anyone that would purchase a part from AutoZone would let their sister work in a
ho house. LOL
J.D. Hardin
67 Chevelle
Memphis, TN
I have a custom made Glastek 2 1/4 cowl hood I had built for me.Waited 8 weeks for hood to come in, 3 weeks for prep and paint, put it on and took it off all in the same hour. Just did not like the look as well as my SS hood. It is the heavy duty model that uses the stock latch and hinges with
Hey Guys,
I have the list for what my cost is on the front end parts for my 67. I have it laying in my desk at the shop. I'll look in the morning and post the costs involved.
Thanks
J.D. Hardin
I concur Don. The American Graffiti
soundtrack was my most played 8-track tape! When driving my 70 Chevelle
(back in the 70's), I also listened to tapes from:
Boston
Al Stewart
Cat Stevens
Saturday Night Fever (sound track)
Steppenwolf
BTO
Beach Boys
All the songs from each one were
gre
I used to have that problem on my old intake. I just installed a new
Edelbrock manifold, and they suggested either permatex or teflon tape. Since
the teflon tape was handy, I tried that. No leaks so far, but I don't have
much time on the new manifold yet.
Tom Tomlinson
'71 Malibu 350
-Origina
Steel is no good for me... my chevelle has a bigger weight problem then Oprah Winfrey! :( Mikey - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 8:12 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Cowl induction hoods for 68-69 Goodmark is coming out wit
Goodmark is coming out with a steel cowl induction hood
for '68-69's. Not sure if it is available yet,though. Cost is $460 +
freight.
Both VFN and Glasstek will both build a custom 2" cowl
hood for a little over $600/ea + freight. I am thinking hard about a 3" but
am trying to justify the ex
Cowl induction hood,John,,not SS. My former 68 had an oem steel SS hood on
it but I just want something different this time.
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
ACES #1650
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint_hooper.htm
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From: John Nasta <[
Yes center links do need replaced, the ball joint that
attaches to the pitman arm, and the one that attaches
to the idler arm wear out just like any other part of
the front supension.
just price one, then you will see why they are not
included in the front end kit, they seem to run about
$175.00
Rear axle
seal.
John Nasta
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Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 7:33
PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: [Chevelle-List] Brakes
locking up
I have
a question that I hope someone can help
The shop
where I used to work had a sign saying:
Labor rate:
$50/hr
If you
supply your own parts: $60/hr
If you
talk: $75/hr
If you
help: $100/hr
(or
something very much like that).
John Nasta
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I wouldn't sweat it too much, Hagerty isn't the last
name in auto insurance for these type of cars. did you
try Condon & Skelly, J.C.Taylor?
Rocky
--- "J. Brady" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> The "friends" over at Hagerty turned my car down b/c
> it has a 4 pt cage in the back. If my luck ever
Clint... if you get a custom 3" or find of some 2 or 3" options keep me posted. I kinda want just a 2"... not sure. Would love to see the pics when you get it on. Mikey - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 2:48 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-
I have a question that I hope someone can help me
with. I took my 64 elky out for a drive a while ago and after running it hard I
stopped at a friends shop about a quarter mile from my home. When I got out I
could smell what I thought was rear end grease burning. Looking under the back
of th
I have to assume that this is not a repro SS hood you are referring to. If
you are, the price is too high.
John Nasta
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Clint Hooper
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 3:44 PM
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Subject: [Chevelle-
I agree with Dave and Dale 100% and this is what I do everyday. Speaking from a mechanics point of view Dave hit the nail on the head... your creditability is always at stake and at least in my shop I like to do the job once... and do it right. Sleeves are usually pretty cheap... IMO might as well
Thanks to all who contributed to this question and the
center link one- I could just feel myself getting
raked over the coals on this one by the shop, and with
the parts and labor teetering around the 500 mark, I
figured I better check first with the true "experts"
(you guys).
I know I already sa
Advance Auto Parts is really good about loaning
tools. Usually all you do is put down the cost of the tool, and when you return
it, you get the cash back. If you can't find anywhere to borrow one, they
are only about $30. Heck, if ya lived in Anchorage, I'd let ya borrow mine,
it'd only
I agree Dave. As long as you're there, replace it. Except maybe the
pitman arm. Suspension and brakes are two things you definitely don't
want to scrimp on. Other mechanical parts may break and leave you
stranded, anything here breaks and it can kill you.
Dale McIntosh
TC Gold #92/ACES #1709
6
Tie-rod sleeves may technically last, but if you're gonna replace the inner
and outer tie-rods, the sleeves are definitely the cheapest of the three and
then makes everything brand-new. What's the point of replacing all the
other parts and tying it all together with 30+ year old fasteners?
Especia
check your local auto parts store, some rent or
even loan pullers
Bill B.67 MalibuEdmond Oklahomahttp://groups.msn.com/SpidrManspicshttp://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/chevellerestoration/
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I've never done a HEI conversion but a lot of folks at TC recommend a
tech article there.
"Notes on wiring for an "HEI" distributor;
1. If you are converting from a points type distributor, you have to
make sure that the "resistance" power wire is bypassed! It's best to
just run a new wire from t
In a message dated 5/26/03 8:53:40 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hey members,,I'm still waiting for suggestions on what vehicle to
swap front buckets out of, to my 70 malibu SS. I don't want to use
mine,I want , like maybe a 88-90 cavalier Z,?I wander if the bolt
pattern
Roger on the price. I've found them (for a 67) anywhere from $85 to
$150. I don't know how often they really go bad, but I can see the
mechanics point of if you're doing it, do it all and do it right. I
think Autozone was one of the higher priced ones too. Pittman arms
don't usually go bad unle
Hey Charles,go to your local AUTO ZONE store,they
will have the chain and gears if you need them,,,but best of all, they have a
loaner tool program there also,,,just for customers such as
yourself
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Hi guys,
I had a quick question. I am getting ready to drop in my new engine into
my 67SS, and I am putting in an HEI type distributor instead of the
original points type.
I am not sure how to hook up the wiring, has anyone done this before? As
I am looking at http://www.team67.com/images/engine_
Hello Listers...
I recently asked any if they know where I might be able to find a new timing chain for my '70 Mali.
Actually I'm stuck at the torsional damper. I've taken all bolts out of the engines front cover and the accessory drive pulley off, already. I was wonder if there was anyway I
Wow, Hard to believe that no one mentioned
Chevelle - The Red
A great song for the younger generation. A little on the hard rock side, if
ya like that. Chevelle is a great band that I discovered when looking for
multimedia files online. Check them out.
Kerry A. Fruhauf, SSgt, USAF
Unit Secur
Centerlinks have wear joints at the idler and pitman arms. They don't seem
to wear out that often on Chevelles, but will over time, especially after 35
years. If it's worn, replace it.
Glenn
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In a message dated 5/27/03 2:34:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
writes:
<< Today is not my day 8^[ On top of my insurance
woes w/Hagerty, I dropped off the car at the local
shop for a front end alignment and 2 new tires. The
mechanic called and said that the car needs a
In a message dated 5/27/03 3:30:11 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
writes:
<< Do centerlinks really need to be replaced?? I have
looked at about 5 diff front-end rebuild kits, and
none of them include the center link. I find it odd
that the guy at the shop told me today that mine
In a message dated 5/27/03 1:07:56 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<)
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
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ACES #1650
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint_hooper.htm >>
I dunno Clint ya may not recognize Chuck now that he got his haircut :-)
Charles Kaiser, 38 years old
Loveland, Colorado
66 Malibu bought in '80 for $50!!! Drove me thru High school,
College, work and moved me to the Colorado Front range. I had some of the
best times in my life in that car. (front and back seat) She is waiting
for
I just talked to Harwood about a cowl induction hood for my 69. Total price
to my door was $552,including state taxes and freight. The only downside is
the fact they only build a 4" hood,nothing shorter. GlassTek wants $600 +
freight to custom build me a 3" cowl hood but has a twelve week delivery
Center links bump up the price depending on years they average $ 100.Tom
B.
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From: "J. Brady" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 3:28 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-List] question about center links
> Do centerlinks really need to be rep
Do centerlinks really need to be replaced?? I have
looked at about 5 diff front-end rebuild kits, and
none of them include the center link. I find it odd
that the guy at the shop told me today that mine would
need to be replaced- If they always needed to be
replaced, wouldn't they be part of one
Another solution for
adjusting the valves while the motor's running is to cut through the top
of an old valve cover, to give you access to the rocker bolts. That's
what I've been doing for the last couple of years, works great, and is
super cheap.
Kerry
A. Fruhauf, SSgt, USAF
Unit S
Today is not my day 8^[ On top of my insurance
woes w/Hagerty, I dropped off the car at the local
shop for a front end alignment and 2 new tires. The
mechanic called and said that the car needs a
centerlink, pitman arm, idler arm, inner and outer tie
rods and sleeves..
I looked in my Summit
The fact that it had a cage and that I was still
restoring the car turned them away. Thankfully though,
I found out that my regular provider quoted me wrong,
and it will only be $120/yr with them.
Jim
'66 Malibu
--- Bob Hiller -1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Was it because it was a 4-point or
Holy cow! I'm outta the office for a few days, and whamm-O, pounded with
350 listings to read. I love it! Keeps me busy. Anyway:
Kerry Fruhauf
Active Duty Air Force
Currently Elmendorf AFB, Alaska (for the next 3 yrs.)
Previously Warner Robins GA (where I traveled to Mobile AL for my '69)
Orig
Matt Wooliever (30)
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
'66 Malibu
383, TH400, 12 bolt 3.73 posi
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Thanks,Chuck. That's what I was concerned about. Would you have a problem
with me bringing some cheap name tags to hand out? 500-1000 tags wouldn't
cost me all that much? I've got a custom tag of my own to wear.
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
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And the corrected version!
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From: "Bob Hiller -1" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 1:59 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Chevelle Listers,who are you and where are you
from?
> Bob Hiller
> Gaines, Mi.
>
> Just Turned 47, going on
Was it because it was a 4-point or just the fact that it had a cage? I am
very curious to know.
Bob Hiller
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From: "J. Brady" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 11:20 AM
Subject: [Chevelle-List] HAGERTY TURNED ME DOWN.
> The "frien
Bob Hiller
Gaines, Mi.
Just Turned 47, going on 20
69 Heavily Modified (in the works)
If it has a engine, make noise and looks good, I like it!
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From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2003 7:28 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-Li
Tom Kosty Arvada,CO
67SS #s matching 396 PS,PB,Tilt,AC, turbo 400, 12bolt
I bought her in 1986, my junior year in high school, from a guy in
Albuquerque, NM for $1200. I'm running a .060 over 402 full roller, 11:1
pistons 3200 stall convt. I'm planning on upgrading with an Air gap
manifold, demon
on 5/27/03 12:04 PM, Clint Hooper at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> I've got a question for you veteran Chevell-abration attendees. Are name
> tags handed out at the event or do we supply our own? I sure don't want to
> miss meeting someone. (yeah,Chuck & Dale,,I'll recognize you two)
> Clint Hooper
>
I've got a question for you veteran Chevell-abration attendees. Are name
tags handed out at the event or do we supply our own? I sure don't want to
miss meeting someone. (yeah,Chuck & Dale,,I'll recognize you two)
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
ACES #1650
http://dale
Now,there's a real brave man. Rob's going to cut up a rare '57 Beetle to
make a Baja. (I've built a bunch of VW's and always like the oval windows).
Clint Hooper
LT5 Registry Director
http://www.LT5Registry.net/
ACES #1650
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Will do, Carl. I'm over there quite a bit. Planning a couple trips to Grand
Bend this summer for test & tune, etc. I'll post you when I'm coming over.
C
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Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2003 8:44 AM
To: '[EM
Dean Vandergriff
Carthage, Missouri
'65 ragtop
'65 hardtop
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From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2003 4:28 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-List] Chevelle Listers,who are you and where are you
from?
> Clint Hooper
> Wichita Fall
David Studly
Lyndhurst, Ohio (suburb of Cleveland)
List member since 1996!
1970 Chevelle 406/TH350/3.55 posi 12.70 @ 108, owned since 1990
1972 El Camino 350/TH400/unknown, mostly stock
and probably soon for sale… owned since 1998
I have pics, but no website.
-Dave
Doug Fugere
Carlton Oregon
69SS & 70SS Elcy's
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From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Friday, May 23, 2003 4:28 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-List] Chevelle Listers,who are you and where are you
from?
> Clint Hooper
> Wichita Falls,Tx
> LT5 Regi
Hey Clint
The wife and I will be there with what seems to be an ever growing
contingent of not only TC people but MCC people!!! Just as an FYI for
those that are interested, we are leaving brandywine MD(SE of DC) tuesday
the 10th and will be stopping near Abington, VA that nite and rolling into
Nas
Sheesh a guy doesn't check his email for a few days and bam... *laugh*
I'm a long time lister...
I'm 24 and live in Waldorf, MD
I have a 81 malibu wagon that I drive daily and work on when I get the
time and money...
the wife and I have a 70 malibu that we are working on as funds allow.
maybe ove
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