Re: [Chevelle-list] 70 SS GRILLE/and grill paint in general

2007-04-28 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I'm replacing the grille on my '71 Malibu. I have a replacement from Year One which is a gray plastic, but I would like to paint it the original silver color. I have the original grille to try and match the paint , but I was wondering if anyone knew where I could get the correct paint? It also

Re: [Chevelle-list] Pertronix / Plugs, Gap

2007-04-28 Thread Devin
Krister- With a better ignition, you may find that a larger gap and a colder plug are better. Trial and error is going to be the only way to find out. The main benefits I saw when I installed one in a vehicle years ago were easier cold starting, better throttle response and maybe a little better

Re: [Chevelle-list] Thermostat ?'s

2007-04-28 Thread Devin
Krister- The hotter you run your engine, the more efficient it gets, which is why new cars tend to run between 200 and 230 degrees. Same reason Nascar runs theirs so hot. On the other hand a cooler engine with a cooler intake charge will tend to make more power. I was taught to drill a hole