Re: [Chevelle-list] Manual Steering Box

From: Johann Grobler Date: Monday, March 23, 2009 12:07 pmSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Manual Steering BoxTo: granitecityperforma...@charter.net, The Chevelle Mailing List > Yes please let us know as I want to do the same with my 65 Malibu. Anyone with an early Chevelle (and a must on a 64) is to c

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Wanted: 17.5" Chevy truck wheels

From: Rich Pruett Date: Sunday, February 22, 2009 2:59 pmSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Wanted: 17.5" Chevy truck wheelsTo: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net > Look here: http://www.junkyarddog.com/  Used them before and got plenty of responces. Ok, I'll give them a go.

[Chevelle-list] OT: Wanted: 17.5" Chevy truck wheels

Hi,Sorry for a non-Chevelle ad, actually... truck is going to tow a Chevelle! Looking for two (2)  wheels for a 1961 Chevy C30 panel truck.17.5" x 5.25, 5.125 backspace, 8 x 6.50  bolt pattern. Thought maybe someone has an old truck out  back or knows of one.Thanks. Pete

Re: [Chevelle-list] Sway Bar Bracket Holes

From: jww1...@aol.comDate: Sunday, December 21, 2008 8:36 pmSubject: [Chevelle-list] Sway Bar Bracket HolesTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net> Working on the underside of my '70 this winter and in replacing some parts I noticed the threads are stripped out on the frame for one of the front sway bar br

Re: [Chevelle-list] idling rich

From: Jim & Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Thursday, August 14, 2008 10:19 amSubject: [Chevelle-list] idling richTo: chevelle-list@chevelles.net > I have what seems to be a problem just at idle (800rpm )the carb is a holley 770 street avenger with vacum seconderies and electric choke. seems to be

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT 1965 Cheetah

- Original Message -From: John Nasta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Monday, July 7, 2008 6:30 pmSubject: [Chevelle-list] OT 1965 CheetahTo: chevelle-list@chevelles.net> BTW I got to see a 1965 Cheetah in person this past weekend. > Quite a  > treat. The only car ever known to blow its own doors o

[Chevelle-list] 64 Firewall grommets?

Anybody know where to get these?This is the grommet/plug that  fits into the rectangular hole next to the wiring harness bulkhead connectors, on drivers side of car. Used for feeding through accessory wires. thankspete

Re: [Chevelle-list] Sparkplug Cross Reference

From: Dale <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 1:23 pm Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Sparkplug Cross Reference To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' chevelle-list@chevelles.net Is it just 64/65 applications you need? According to my Chilton’s manual… 64/65 6-cyl calls for 46N 64/65 283

[Chevelle-list] Sparkplug Cross Reference

Hi,Anyone have a link to a decent spark plug cross reference on the web?Mostly need AC to Champion numbers and applications.Seems AC Delco isn't interested in 64's or 65's on their website.Thanks Pete 

[Chevelle-list] Muncie rebuild kits

Hi,Can anyone recommend a supplier for a Muncie rebuild kit?I see several kits on ebay, but non-ebay source is ok too.Thanks. Pete

Re: [Chevelle-list] Fan belts?! Cogged only? WTH!

From: Josh Campbell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Tuesday, January 15, 2008 8:57 pmSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Fan belts?! Cogged only?  WTH!To: The Chevelle Mailing List > Are you meaning they were cogged on one side or both? I know > Dayco and I believe Goodyear has some that are ribbed on the > outs

[Chevelle-list] Fan belts?! Cogged only? WTH!

I decide it's time to get the belts for the Super Sport. So I mock up the water pump, alternator, and P/S pump just to make sure the belts are the right length.Then I head down to my favorite parts store to get new ones.Parts guy comes back with cogged belts. Sorry, I say, I need the plain old belt

[Chevelle-list] engine pictures

Hi,Anyone know where there are any engine pictures on-line?Would like to find factory photos or CORRECT restoration photos of : 64 Chevelle 230ci-155hp (w/ chrome) 64 Chevelle 283ci-220hp (4 barrel and dual exhaust)

[Chevelle-list] WTB: Manual Trans Flywheel

Hi,I'm looking for an original Chevy  12 3/4" / 153 tooth manual trans flywheel in good condition.Please contact off list.I live near Reading, PA; so closer is probably better.ThanksPete

Re: [Chevelle-list] 64 Chevelle wiper question

From: Daniel De Smet <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Sunday, December 2, 2007 1:54 pmSubject: [Chevelle-list] 64 Chevelle wiper questionTo: The Chevelle Mailing List Dan,Wish I could help more, maybe a wire got pulled or kinked?I can send you  jpegs of the wiring diagram if you want.Might help.Pete

Re: [Chevelle-list] 283 balancer?

From: "Jim H. Thompson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Tuesday, November 20, 2007 7:20 pm  Waste of time. Same balancer used on 283,327,307. You have a> small journal crank. Unless the rubber insulator ring is shot. I suggest the Chevy 327/350 hyd (Crane cam WG996K grind151H) cam> swap if your pulling

[Chevelle-list] 283 balncer?

I have a 64 with a 283 2 barrel engine.I plan to change over to a small 4 barrel and dual exhaust.I thought it'd be nice to replace the pulley hub with a real balancer.Which one to use?Seems like the balancer for a 283 w/ 4 barrel should work.Any suggestions?ThanksPete

Re: [Chevelle-list] Small block lifting points

> Where do you attach to a 64 283 to lift engine and tranny as a unit?> I've only done a V-8 once!> I think I used two intake manifold bolt holes but thought > I'd ask.> Is it worth buying an engine tilter? Thanks for responses.I checked the 64 shop manual and they had a lifting tool shown in speci

[Chevelle-list] Small block lifting points

A dumb question maybe:Where do you attach to a 64 283 to lift engine and tranny as a unit?I've only done a V-8 once!I think I used two intake manifold bolt holes but thought I'd ask.Is it worth buying an engine tilter?Thanks. Pete

[Chevelle-list] 64 bumper bracket nuts

From: Jim Buckingham Date: Thursday, October 25, 2007 9:47 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Fwd: 64 bumper bracket nuts To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Try a place called East Coast Bolts. they have kits and bolts for everything. http://www.eastcoastbolts.net/novamasterkits.html ---

[Chevelle-list] 64 bumper bracket nuts

Hi, Anyone know where to get the nuts that slip onto the frame of a 64 to hold the the bumper bracket to the frame? These resemble the "u" or "j" nuts that hold the inner fenders to the outers but have a 1/2"-13 thread. Checked the major Chevelle suppliers but could not find a listing. If only I

Re: [Chevelle-list] No Pedal - Poor Braking

From: Daniel Solomon <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Monday, October 1, 2007 11:55 amSubject: [Chevelle-list] No Pedal - Poor BrakingTo: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net  Picked up my 70 Chevelle from the body shop on > Thursday and took it for its maiden voyage this weekend. Car look

Re: [Chevelle-list] Tool to pick rims

From: Karl Groves <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Tuesday, August 7, 2007 3:02 pmSubject: [Chevelle-list] Tool to pick rimsTo: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' > > Nearly a year ago, someone posted a link to this list for a site > that let> you choose rims for your vehicle. It was some tool that let you > pick

Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Chevelle dash

From: "Jim H. Thompson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 5:02 pmSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Chevelle dashTo: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' The reproductions I have seen at car shows look great if you> want a stock look. Check ads in Super Chevy for carbon fiber and brushed alumi

[Chevelle-list] Correction: Re: "brand new" 1964 El Camino SS

From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Thursday, May 31, 2007 11:19 amSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] "brand new" 1964 El Camino SSTo: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Let me correct some bad info I put out:>>The wheel opening and rocker trim is the same as an SS except for the rear qtr which is longer on El C's a

Re: [Chevelle-list] "brand new" 1964 El Camino SS

> From: "Dale" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2007/05/30 Wed AM 09:45:17 EDT > To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] "brand new" 1964 El Camino SS The factory literature does not include the 4 when using model numbers. 5680 is the Custom El Camino w/ V-8, 5580 with 6 cyl.

Re: [Chevelle-list] 64 Chevelle Centerlink trivia

> From: "John " <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2007/05/21 Mon AM 12:25:30 EDT > To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 64 Chevelle Centerlink trivia > > Pete, I have the same problem. If you find out which is which I sure would > like to know. Try to measure the diameter a

[Chevelle-list] 64 Chevelle Centerlink trivia

I'm rebuilding the front end of my 64SS. The centerlink has a bad joint so is one of the main reasons. Checking my stash of good used centerlinks I knew I had to check for 13/16" or 7/8" diameter to ID which one I could use. (13/16" = 1st design, 7/8" = 2nd design) My understanding was the 13/16

Re: [Chevelle-list] Carb leak

> From: Bill Lessenberry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2007/04/30 Mon PM 04:31:11 EDT > To: The Chevelle Mailing List > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Carb leak > > All is good with the carb. I got the factory aluminum seal washer > for the inlet, cranked it down tight & no more leak. The carb guy

Re: [Chevelle-list] Polyurethane rear control arm bushings

> From: "Brad Waller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2007/04/06 Fri PM 01:32:45 EDT > To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Polyurethane rear control arm bushings > > Who are the vendors that are saying this? If Global West says one thing and > PST is saying the other, I'

[Chevelle-list] Polyurethane rear control arm bushings

I was wondering if anyone has any recent experience changing the rear control arms to all poly bushings. One vendor claims they bind during hard cornering in road going applications; but are ok for drag strip use. Another vendor doesn't know of any problem. My thinking is I'll stay with stock ar

[Chevelle-list] Repair drum backing plates

> From: Dave Corgill <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Front drum backing plates 66 elky > > At 03:52 AM 3/26/2007, you wrote: > > I found some local, thanks Good to hear Dave found what he needed. I've wondered in the past if it would be possible to weld over the wear spot and

[Chevelle-list] Maple Grove(Reading,Pa) Flea Mkt Postponed

Hi, The Maple Grove Raceway Flea Market(3/17 & 3/18)is postponed due to snow and ice storm we're having. (That's in the Reading, PA area) from website: Due to the unscheduled inclement weather we will move the Spring Flea Market to Saturday, April 7th. Gates open 8 a.m., general admission $5, vend

Re: [Chevelle-list] Rear Sway Bar

> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Date: 2007/02/24 Sat PM 08:14:58 EST > To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net > Subject: [Chevelle-list] Rear Sway Bar > > I need some advice. I have a 65 SS that when I turn the cars roles real bad, > I took the air shocks off and installed Gabriel coil overs hoping this w

Re: [Chevelle-list] Check out eBay Motors: Chevrolet : Chevelle (item 140086016735 end time Feb-2

> _eBay Motors: Chevrolet : Chevelle (item 140086016735 end time Feb-25-07 > 19:00:00 PST)_ > (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140086016735&ssPageName=ADME:B:EF:US:1) > Not to be a wet blanket.. Ya think the El C is much fun to drive with no sway bar an

Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame

> From: "Tom Rightler" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2006/11/26 Sun PM 08:31:00 EST > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame > It's a waste of time on a hardtop car. > Tom Rightler > MCC Newsletter Editor >> - Original Message - >> Sent: Sunday, November 26, 2006 7:55 PM >> Subjec

Re: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question

> From: "Dave Benjamin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [Chevelle-list] Alternator Question > > I was wondering what size of Alternator I should be >using on my 1968 > Beaumont (350/350). I have a 63 amp and >it was working good until Sunday > night I got caught >in .the rain coming home from cru

Re: [Chevelle-list] Muncie linkage.

> From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Muncie linkage. I agree with Steve, who agrees with Trooper. ; ) My Muncie shifter was a pain from day one. Sloppy and had "learned" the trick of engaging two gears at once when stopped and trying to get 1st gear. Of course this locks tr

Re: [Chevelle-list] Tach for 65 SS

> From: Larry Williams <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2006/07/19 Wed PM 07:01:32 EDT > To: Chevelle List > Subject: [Chevelle-list] Tach for 65 SS > > Just finished installing a Tach from http://www.shiftworks.com > > in my 65 SS. It went in the space where the clock w

Re: [Chevelle-list] Steering Ratio

> From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2006/07/15 Sat PM 07:24:35 EDT > To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Steering Ratio > > I'm wanting a 12.7:1 ratio for my car,someday. > Clint Hooper Clint, What ratio are you using now? I went from 21:1 to 17:1 in my

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT? Chevy's L6 In-Line 6 Engine Timing Mark

> > From: "Larry Shouse" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2006/07/10 Mon PM 09:38:00 EDT > To: "Chevelle List" > Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT? Chevy's L6 In-Line 6 Engine Timing Mark > > Anybody out there with experience with the in-line 6 engine? Specifically, > can somebody tell me how many degree

[Chevelle-list] 64/65 rear lower control arms

Anyone with an original 64 or 65 who can check their cars and see which way the arms are installed? There are two holes in top side of arm (facing towards bottom of car) one is aprox 3/8" round, the other oval. I'd like to know which way they were put in originally. I think it may not matter. I'd

Re: [Chevelle-list] Wheel size

> From: "Dale" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Wheel size > Here’s a link to a 65 El Camino w/17x8x5 fronts and >17x9.5x5 rears. Tires > are 245/45 Nitto NT-555 front and >285/40 Nitto NT-555 rears. Big enough? Big enough for me! But the link didn't make it through. I alw

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacuum Loss

> From: "Ryan Langstraat" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [Chevelle-list] Vacuum Loss > > I just wanted to say thanks to all who gave responses to the vacuum loss > question. Looks like we need to be looking at some sort of "vacuum storage". > Thanks again! Just wondering if the check valve is

[Chevelle-list] Manual steering box lube?

Hi, Since the subject of manual brakes and steering boxes came up. I was wondering if there's something better to put in the steering box besides plain 'ol gear oil? Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Re: [Chevelle-list] Manual steering & brakes

> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Brad Olson) > Subject: [Chevelle-list] Manual steering & brakes > > I'm going to look at a '65 4-door 300 Deluxe this weekend and > the seller told me it has manual steering and brakes. Those of > you who've dealt with this setup, does it make a car significantly > less

RESTORE - was Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam

> From: "Bill Bradley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] SeaFoam > > i sold auto parts for years and have been a mechanic ever since, to my > knowlege there is no "Mechanic in a Can" > just my 2 cents I try to never miss an opportunity to bad mouth this stuff.. Restore

Re: [Chevelle-list] 64 - 65 Chevelle Console

> From: "John" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [Chevelle-list] 64 - 65 Chevelle Console > > Does anyone know the source for a 4 speed console for the 1964 - 65 > Chevelles. I need one for a change over. John > I just wanted to point out that the 64 and 65 consoles are not the same. Overall s

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot start probs

> From: Bob Holtzman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] RE: Hot start probs You could check into this kit for eliminating hot start problems. http://www.madelectrical.com/catalog/st-1.shtml I made my own setup using a starter relay from a mid-70's Chrysler product. It looks a lot

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] PCV pt-2

> From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] PCV pt-2 > > I just don't get why they've made these connections so big? > It's not the water main that's supposed to go there ;-) > They are probably even bigger than I said? > 1/4'' would have been enough, not 1''!!! >

Re: [Chevelle-list] PCV hose

> From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [Chevelle-list] PCV hose > Where is the pcv supposed to go? > To the manifold? > To the base of the carb? > > Do I need to open up the other valve cover & put a filtered brether there? > I was told that I might get under pressure in the engi

Re: [Chevelle-list] Thermostat

> From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Thermostat > > Pete, Your engine most likely came with a 180 thermostat. 160 would be fine > as well. Neither will effect the ultimate temp, just how quick it get's there. > mike That may be true in summer, but in cold we

RE: [Chevelle-list] rear for my 66

> From: "Dan Mascheck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] rear for my 66 > > Thanks, but someone put up the website!! > http://www.keislerauto.com/home.html http://www.keislerauto.com/gm/chevelle.html Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Heater Removal

> From: Krister Meister <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Heater Removal The original nuts used on the heater > box studs that bolt to the firewall are "pal" type and aren't as durable > with a wrench as a regular nut. Clean the old paint / crud away and put > some penetrating

Re: [Chevelle-list] rear control arm question

> From: "James Colgan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Hi Clint , why rubber an not poly in the rear control >arms? just curious. - I'm not Clint but let me throw my two cents in... The rear suspension geometry is not perfect apparently. It need

Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Rear Tire size

> From: Larry Williams <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Rear Tire size It was pointed out that getting those big tires on and off can be a challenge. Should have mentioned that. Jacking under pumpkin on rear axle doesn't work, maybe not even for the stock wheels and tires. B

Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Rear Tire size

> From: Larry Williams <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [Chevelle-list] 65 Rear Tire size > > I know this has been discussed, but I just can't remember. My 65 SS has 225 > 14 70S BFGs on the rear. I need a tire that is wider and STICKS. Ever since > I finished the mods to the BB it has way too

Re: [Chevelle-list] Electrical Connection - Top of Heater

> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: [Chevelle-list] Electrical Connection - Top of Heater > I have a 64 El Camino and noticed that a three prong plug was not connected > to the top of the heater.My heater and fan work great with or without > the > three prong plugged in or out. Anyone ha

Re: [Chevelle-list] Centerline wheels

> From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Centerline wheels > > Too much backspacing to work on your 71. > Clint Hooper Since I have 64's and not allowed to think about wheels that wide. ; ) Where would the problem be on a 71? Inner fender or lower control arms

Re: [Chevelle-list] New Rear Springs - '65 Chevelle

> From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > When putting new rear springs in my '65 Malibu they do >not want to > self-align on top and sit a couple of inches >from where they should be. Is > there an easy fix? Maybe >loosening the bottom until the tops are where they > should >be? The manual is not clear

RE: [Chevelle-list] Ultimate Found in Barn Story

From: "John Nasta" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Well, for one thing, Peter Max would not paint them to look like Campbell's > Soup cans. That was Andy Warhol's shtick. Oh, man! In too big a hurry to be clever, I guess. So who did the BMW race cars? and in a futile attempt to get on topic; Has there b

RE: [Chevelle-list] Ultimate Found in Barn Story

> From: Bob G <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To my way of thinking ...taking any desirable car and painting it to look > like a Campbell Soup Can just may lower the cars value to a point where I > could afford one... nothing wrong with driving a car only at night... > Bob G Too bad he didn't buy Chevell

Re: RE: [Chevelle-list] Gear Ratio.

I believe it's: 3.07 in a 12 bolt, 3.08 10 bolt. 3.31 in a 12 bolt, 3.36 10 bolt. 3.73 in a 12 bolt, 3.70 10 bolt. see: http://www.chevellestuff.com/generic/axlecodes.htm#1964 and compare to other years that had both 10 and 12 bolts available. Only after I get done t

RE: [Chevelle-list] Gear Ratio.

> From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> http://www.chevellestuff.com/generic/axlecodes.htm#1964 page down to the charts Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] BELLHOUSING

Mike, Thanks! I've not messed with too many manual trans cars and the truck six I have had a bigger flywheel and clutch but I thought it had the same size opening in bellhousing. Maybe I should look for that. Might be that behind a 250 they didn't bother with a big housing. Pete > > From: Mic

Re: [Chevelle-list] BELLHOUSING

> From: Michael Pell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2005/05/09 Mon PM 06:07:48 EDT > To: The Chevelle Mailing List > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] BELLHOUSING >No, the truck bell won't work directly. You'll for sure >need an adapter ring. What's bigger? The big hole that front of tranny fits into? W

Re: [Chevelle-list] Keep your fingers crossed!

> From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Good news! > > The! "The Swedish Motor Vehicle Inspection" made no remarks, everything was > OK! > The only thing they made a remark on was "B.T.W. Change the wipers" > The car's in the garage and nothing unpleasant happened during the trip down >

Re: [Chevelle-list] Intake Manifolds

> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Dan McIntosh) > I'm looking for an intake manifold to replace the 2BBL unit on my 63 Impala. > The stock one has the oil filler tube in the front of the intake. Seeing as > how my Cal Custom valve covers have no hole to allow for adding oil, I would > love to be able

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Good Stories about cars

> From: Rick Schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Well I'm not sure if the story is good, but the outcome was!Glad > the chevelle & you survived to ride another day. And you are about > the first person I ever heard say that a stock chevelle "handled". > I'l agree to adequate :D . It's all that

[Chevelle-list] Even years cursed? was:Age Chevelle owners

> From: "Daniel De Smet" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> If you think a 68 is a redheaded stepchild, try owning a 64. You hardly see them and parts are not as available for them as they are the 68. I just wish I had my 68 Chevelle or my 68 El Camino back again.< Yeah! The 64's always seem to be at the end

Re: [Chevelle-list] ] Age of the Chevelle owners

Hi, I'm 47, prematurely gray. People ask if I bought my 64 new! : ( First 64 Chevelle came in 77 when I was in Orlando Florida. Courtesy of US Navy that car went through every state between Florida and Massachusetts. (Fla, Ga, SC, NC, Va, Del, Md, Pa, NJ, NY, Conn, RI, Mass) Fast forward 20+ year

[Chevelle-list] Chevelle sighting on TV

Sat down and watched JAG that I taped friday night. About 5 minutes into show new guy Vic is picked up by blonde in what looks like nice red 64 SS convertible. I about fall off sofa! As car leaves airport it seems to have 65 taillights. Bummer! Finally a Chevelle in prime time and it's a put toget

Re: RE: [Chevelle-list] Ever had one of those days?

> From: "Brad Waller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2005/04/05 Tue PM 01:33:25 EDT > To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" > Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Ever had one of those days? > > Do you mean you need to change the filter? If so, you need an AC PF141 or > equivalent filter. Get started looking

RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelles as Daily Drivers

> From: "John Nasta" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Most people who take all the time and trouble to do a frame off don't then > use the car as a daily driver. > > John Nasta It's almost a Catch-22 type of thing isn't it? Make it like new and then don't drive it for fear of damage, theft, risking all tha

[Chevelle-list] Chop Cut Rebuild Chevelle Wagon?

Has anyone seen this show? They're supposed to be doing (in?)a 65 Chevelle 2 dr wagon. So far I've managed to miss it. Might be educational seeing a frame off on a Chevelle wagon. But if it's another show like Coddington's I'll probably not bother watching. Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

RE: [Chevelle-list] Website again

> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > www.tigergutt.biz I love the shot of your Chevelle in front of the Ferrari factory! Was it a weekend? Anyone come out to see what you were up to? Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Re: [Chevelle-list] shocks for a 64 chevelle

> From: "bob howard" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2005/03/15 Tue PM 08:32:47 EST > To: > Subject: [Chevelle-list] shocks for a 64 chevelle Sorry this is late, was off line due to computer trouble. I bought shocks for my 64 from the Chevy dealer. Mr Goodwrench shocks or something similar. They rid

Re: [Chevelle-list] headlights

> From: mark fellman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > So, I get in my car to drive home from work and my lights won't go on, > the parking lamps and tail lights, brakes and reverse lamps all work, > just not the headlamps. Then after fiddling with the switch, none of > the lights work, except for the brak

[Chevelle-list] Running on alternator only?

I've run the 64 4 dr in and out of garage with no battery (no inner fender & battery tray)seemed pretty clever at the time and I know that alt works. : ) Does this work on any car with old style external voltage regulator or does the newer style with internal reg do this too? (run w/o battery in

RE: [Chevelle-list] Aligning Head Lights

Hi, I believe the shop manuals show alignment using an aiming device or the blank wall method. Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hood Hinge & Spring Colors*

> From: rocky hill <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> : [Chevelle-list] Hood Hinge & Spring Colors* > > They would have been Gray phosphate coated, not > painted, not bare metal. Cast iron paint makes a pretty good approximation for gray phosphate. I think I used Plasticote, not high temp paint. Pete Geurds

Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for a Book

> From: Ed Riggins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > I was an NCOA charter member. I spoke with MM when he closed down NCOA due > to financial difficulty. No one bought the NCOA list or took the club over > from him. Ed There seemed to be a lot of disgruntled people when he let in 73 and up cars. I thin

[Chevelle-list] wire welding? - was 69 Chevelle Frame

> From: Trooper <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Actually all the factory welds are wire feed welds.< Always wondered what GM's welding setup was like. I have found wire still stuck to the frames on my 64s in the crossmember area. When we say wire feed it doesn't necessarily mean MIG, right? Just a spool of

Re: [Chevelle-list] Herbs Car

> From: "Wayne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Age old Battle Herb.. Is an El Camino a Car or a Truck ? > In PA the state clasafiyes it as a TRUCK... > Both my El Caminos have truck plates and insurance... Yeah but they think Suburbans are stationwagons so what the hell does PennDot know! : ) Pete Ge

Re: [Chevelle-list] local killed in auto acciident...THE REAR MAN

> From: "Wayne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > With a Sad Hart I pass along this news...A Local that many people knew as > the REAR MAN aka,, Art Houser > Was killed last nite at feb 8th @10:45 PM in a vicious auto acciden, not > 1/4 mile from his Shop.. in Mertztown PA.. > He and his pasenger a Guy

[Chevelle-list] prod numbers was - 65 SS for sale

> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] snip'd There seems to be alot of 65 SS 283 autos around the country for sale. This was probably the most common combo of 65. I'm sure this is true for 64 also but is there any place to find the production numbers in tha

[Chevelle-list] Car shows in the NY/PA area

Kelly's post about NW car shows made me wonder if this has been posted here before: I think he's a F**d guy but seems to give equal time to all shows. Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] WOW!

> From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Amazing,huh. What was even more incredible was that 1954 Oldsmobile "F-88" > concept car that just sold for a Barrett-Jackson auction price record of > $3,000,000. The buyer was talking "trash" to other potential buyers,letting > them know no one else

Re: [Chevelle-list] Super Chevy magazine - March 2005

> From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Just received the March edition and there is a very nice >64 drop top on the > cover. I would paint the area behind >the grill black instead of body color. > Guess everyone >has their own preferences. Yeah just got mine today too. Only reason I still get SC is tha

Re: [Chevelle-list] Bolt baking

I'm not sure I saw this asked or not: Does it do any good to bake lacquer paint? I was thinking only enamel got baked. How about acrylic enamel? Thanks. Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Detroit Auto show pictures Re: [Chevelle-list] '05 Mustang - GM Freakin' Stupid?

> From: Rick Schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Tom Are you sure about the 2 door version of the Charger, I thought > I'd read the opposite. They weren't gonna make a 2 dr because no one > wants them (except a few gear heads).I actually like the > 300/Magnum/Charger design, but doubt that I'll eve

Re: [Chevelle-list] Was '05 Mustang - GM Freakin' Stupid?

> From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Was '05 Mustang - GM Freakin' Stupid? Shawn, > I think you hit the only Highlight...GM Trucks..decent power and > functional. > The other positive is the LS* Sbc. > Walt Do you live where it snows? If you have an '03 Silverado you

Re: [Chevelle-list] NC: '05 Mustang

> From: Rick Schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Gotta agree with you there. There is no mistaking one for something > else. And I can't say that about the GTO. I don't know if I've > ever seen one on the street, Maybe in GrandAm disguise. Probably something to do with the dismal sales. You coul

Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 Chevelle - paint colors on line

> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Date: 2004/12/31 Fri PM 09:25:37 EST > To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 Chevelle - paint colors on line > > Its very simple to take a screen capture. There is a key above your insert > key on your keyboard. It should say PRINT SCREEN o

Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 Chevelle - paint colors on line

> From: "Danny Wilsher" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Pete, Do you know how to do a print page and copy it into Paint? If not let > me know and I can walk you through the steps and show you how to save any of > the pics that you want. >Ðäññÿ .. > Wilsher Motor Sports Well I did until now!

Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 Chevelle - paint colors on line

> From: Ed Riggins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> > Where's that wagon at? Thanks, ER > > http://www.americanracing.com/appguide/index.asp?section=app If you make it to that page ok then pick "Chevrolet-Passenger" in left column and "Malibu Wagon 64-65" in right column I guess I'll forgive them fo

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 Chevelle - paint colors on line

> From: Dan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > try this, click on see our wheels on your ride. > > > http://www.americanracing.com/appguide/final.asp?section=app&detail=625761&car=142&descript=15X7 > OUTLAW II 5X4.75&picture=62&make=CHEVROLET&model=CHEVELLE,LAGUNA,MALIBU 15 > INCH 1963-1987&Comments=&soft

RE: [Chevelle-list] Splice or Solder

Count me in as a crimper & solderer. Like having to do wiring repairs just once. I've also replaced brass terminls inside connectors which is a step up the ladder in being a PIA but saves a splice. Or use a piece of factory wire with the terminal attached already and hide splice in harness. I've

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Mag

Finally got a copy. Borders: was out /never had them / got them coming. He never could decide which!! Got a copy at Walmart. Thanks! Pete Geurds Douglassville, PA

Re: [Chevelle-list] new stuffs & such

> From: "John Nasta" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [Chevelle-list] new stuffs & such > A few new items available from me (Old Car Network) and who knows who else: > > 1964-72 Lower Control Arms (fits all A-body GM) - due >out in January, bare > or complete > John, Are they going to match any par

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