RE: [Chevelle-list] mechanics

2004-05-22 Thread Richard M. Pruett
I didn't say I didn't respect his talents; I do. Wish I could do 10% of the stuff he does. But when I go to Sam's Club and see a tool box I wouldn't have in my garage with his name on it, it makes you think. Then, when he destroyed that El Camino, I was upset enough to stop watching his show. But,

RE: [Chevelle-list] # of Monaco Orange 69 SS Chevelles?

2004-05-22 Thread Dale McIntosh
Doubt it. AFAIK there are no production numbers of particular colors of models for any year. Dale McIntosh TC Gold #92/ACES #1709/NECOA #41 GR8PMKN FOR SALE DalesPlace My 67 SS and 67 El Camino ChevelleStuff Decoding info on 64-72 Chevelles MidwestChevelles Midwest Chevelle Show Information

[Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread petvet
I have a 67 SS. I am considering converting the front to disc brakes. Any recomendations? Is a dit the way to go? If so, whose kit is best? Thanks Mark

Re: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread Dan McIntosh
I used a kit from Master Power Brakes... Got a great deal, and installation was so easy that my wife could have done it.. All I needed extra that wasn't in the kit was a tube flarer for the brake lines I had to redo.. And the change in the braking was tremendous! Good luck!! Dan

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread Danny Wilsher
I know I am a few days behind on this post, can I blame it on being busy? Any way I was wondering why you prefer PPG over Dupont. I have sprayed barrels of Dupont but never have used PPG. I guess I have always went with Dupont because I have a charge account at the Dupont dealer. Maybe I

Re: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread petvet
Thanks Dan Is master power brakes the co you bought from? Do you have a phone number? Thanks Mark Original Message From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Dan McIntosh) To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion Date: Sat, 22 May 2004 10:54:12 -0400 I used a kit from

RE: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread Dale McIntosh
It's definitely the way to go, no doubt! I haven't heard anyone really complain about any of the kits out there, be it Classic Performance (http://www.classicperform.com/), Engineered Components (http://www.ecihotrodbrakes.com/index.html), Master Power Brakes (http://www.mpbrakes.com/), Stainless

[Chevelle-list] '49 Chevy Front Suspension FS

2004-05-22 Thread J. Brady
I have a '49 Chevy complete front suspension for sale if anyone is interested. I am asking $500 obo and depending on where are located might be able to deliver or meet halfway. Pics available, let me know if you want more info. Thanks, Jim '66 Malibu '59 Corvette

[Chevelle-list] 11 or 12 clutch on 10.5 flywheel?

2004-05-22 Thread Dan Knutson
Has anyone heard of the 11 or 12 inch clutch on a 10.4 flywheel offered by Mcleod? I thought I read something about it some time ago but cant remember where. Can anyone point me in the correct direction or know anything about this?

RE: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread Cutter
Dan, did you go all the way around or just the front? Ron http://home.comcast.net/~cutter169/index.htm From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dan McIntosh Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2004 8:54 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re:

RE: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread petvet
Thanks for the info Dale. I noticed the one from Master Power brakes listed for muscle cars requires 16 wheels. Will 16 wheels cause clearance problems with the car at standard height? Mark Original Message From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread Dan McIntosh
Just the front brakes.. I don't drive fast, just low. ;-) Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Cutter To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2004 1:54 PM

Re: [Chevelle-list] mechanics

2004-05-22 Thread ANNEARTIE
Rich, a man 's got to do what a man 's got to do. He may need the money to keep his business afloat and his maybe soon to be ex off his back. Have to walk in his shoes before I understand . He may not like to do what he's doing either, but it helps pay the bills

Re: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread Clint Hooper
If you are running 15 or larger wheels,the new Baer Super Street 11 disc brake kit is a very nice set-up. Clint Hooper HH Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650 http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: [EMAIL

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread Clint Hooper
I really like PPG's basecoat/clearcoat process and they really support the automotive hobby. Another reason is I work for PPG Industries in the Glass division. Clint Hooper HH Custom,owner LT5 Registry Director http://www.LT5Registry.net/ ACES #1650

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread Dan McIntosh
I've used both, and felt that the DuPont product flowed better, and was more user friendly than the PPG. Dan McIntoshStreet Metal FabricationsPavement Scraping 1964 Impala S.S.http://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread Clint Hooper
Whatever works best for you is the one to use,Dan. Clint HooperHH Custom,ownerLT5 Registry Directorhttp://www.LT5Registry.net/ACES #1650http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh I've used both, and felt that the

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread Danny Wilsher
I definitely will try it then. thanks for your info. much appreciated!!! Ðäññÿ .. Wilsher Motor Sports - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2004 3:30 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread Brad Waller
The conversions that fix the suspension geometry are the way to go. You can really improve the handling as well as braking. I did the swap without a kit since there was no such thing back then. I got the f-body parts from the junkyard and some other stuff from HO Racing. This was

[Chevelle-list] sway-bar / tie-rod interference

2004-05-22 Thread Dave Studly
I have an F-body 1.25 sway bar on my '70, along with a full Hotchkis front suspension setup. There has been some noticable interference-wear between the Hotchkis tie-rod adjusting sleeve and the sway-bar. Has anyone else noticed this on their cars? Only on the driver's side. -Dave

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread suprsprt72
Any one use Sherwin Williams automotive paints and products, i have on my Heavychevy and have had good responces about it, not sure if it's the same as ppg as in same ownership Ken - Original Message - From: Danny Wilsher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread Trooper
I 've used SW acrylic enamels and they flowed very nice for me using HVLP but have never used SW base/clear. Trooper - Original Message - From: suprsprt72 [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2004 8:58 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-22 Thread Zieg72
IMO SW paints are the best. Of course I am employed by them and am a stockholder so I may be a bit biased. I know that they try to cover all the possible problems before they become problems and formulate around them. Anyone needing 20% discount cards I have 2 left. E-mail me off list and I

RE: [Chevelle-list] Disc brake conversion

2004-05-22 Thread Herb Lumpp
Hi Brad, What new wheels did you get? Are they on the Chevelle? Any pictures? Herb Lumpp http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Brad Waller Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2004 7:17 PM To: The Chevelle