I havnt been receiving any list email and was wondering if I was accidently
removed or is the list away at some great chevelle event that I didnt hear
about : ) in any event I would like to continue to receive chevelle-list
email, Thank you, James Colgan col...@warwick.net
Does anyone know if doors from a 1969 cutlass without vent/quater glass ( one
piece window )will fit a 1968 convertible that had the vent/quaterglass window
and will it seal properly when the window is up ? thanks for any help or
guidance , Jimmy. C
Boy Dale, I had to laugh, that thought was just running through my mind.
Jimmy. C
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From: "Dale" <396...@lcisp.com>
To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'"
Sent: Wednesday, June 17, 2009 5:38 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Out of Office
If it continues, maybe forwarding
found my 65 Malibu to be completely solid and had the car on a rotisserie
without bracing.
From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net
[mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent: Wednesday, June 10, 2009 10:58 AM
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Sub
Just thowing this out there, I have a 68 convertible cutlass and entertaining
the thought of a fram off at some point. the mid/rear part of the drivers side
frame needs some attention and has surface rust throughout? do I take the
doors off and brace it ? or just gentily raise it and hope for
slight bit off , but it is A- body related :O) I just picked up a 1968 cutlass
and it seems to have an intermitant brake peddle one minute firm next it goes
right to the floor .Does anyone know if a vacuum power boster from a 1972
chevelle that was in good working order when I took it off my che
Hi Alex I have a 1968 oldsmobile cutlass I would like to add on the policy as
soon as possible. I apoligize to the list for this off topic posting we are
painting ,rearanging furniture and my file cabnet is buried under a pile of
stuff. can you contact me when you see this posting. thank you ,
If you don't mind I'd like to see the valve lash tightening sequence attachment
also. Thank You, Jimmy.C col...@warwick.net or send it out to the list it
seems to have generated some interest
does everything on/in the fuse block of a 1972 put out 12 volts? Jimmy.C
velle-list-boun...@chevelles.net
[mailto:chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 3:51 PM
To: Chevelle Forum
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Distributer
I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my big block
454ci
I gave a friend a Big End distributer (HEI) that I was using in my big block
454ci to use in his small block 350ci . aligned rotor with mark I made when
removing the origonal distributer (with points) dropped it right it in
connected power that was running to old coil to the distributer starte
In my '72' it looks about 2:1 the long end up ( 6 in.) going through the
fire wall to peddle. couldnt measure the short end bottom going to the throw
out fork. look on one of the parts suppliers web site for a quick reference
picture. Jimmy.C
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From: "GCP Tech"
To:
y original door.
Jim & Chris wrote:
Has anyone had any experiance with aftermarket door shells. I had skins put
on my '72' pass side is great,drivers side is not. top of door gap (between
door and quater) is 1/2'' +in. bottom is tight. gap between bottom door a
Has anyone had any experiance with aftermarket door shells. I had skins put on
my '72' pass side is great,drivers side is not. top of door gap (between door
and quater) is 1/2'' +in. bottom is tight. gap between bottom door and rocker
is open on hinge side (front) and tight on back . I think it
My Brother in law bought a 67 lemans and has no inside storage.I want to get
him a good out door cover and am looking for suggestions. thanks Jimmy.C
I use Outlook no problems. Jimmy.C
D.R. I think the site you are looking for is www.americangraffiti.biz or
www.acdelete.com hope one of these does it for you. Jimmy. C
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From: Rick Schaefer
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2008 2:51 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-lis
I got one from Ground up two years ago fit and form were good no problems check
www.ss396.com Jimmy.C
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From: Rick Schaefer
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2008 2:51 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A/C Delete
Google America
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From: Jim & Chris
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Sent: Saturday, August 23, 2008 9:04 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] heads 3994026
I was wondering if anyone has any info, thoughts ,opinions on these h
I was wondering if anyone has any info, thoughts ,opinions on these heads for
BBC #3994026 2.19/188 open chamber 118cc. for 454ci. .60 over with flat top
pistons 10:1 comp, comp cams high energy cam,with .526 lift I & E
duration.050,lobe seperation 110 deg .Jimmy.C
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
running rich at idle but runs good everywhere else ? very smokey when idling
and then disapeers when I step on the throttle. I have adjusted the
My origonal bumpers are in good shape but are weathered. I am considering
re-pops for $ 149 ea. does anyone have any opinion or experiance with the after
market bumpers. car is not a show car just a decent driver and the condition of
the bumpers brings it down a bit. Jimmy. C
Hi Al, can you suspend chevelle e-mail I will be away untill August,3rd,
Thanks, Jimmy .C
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent: Sunday, June 29, 2008 7:18 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] vacuum
where is the best place to check the vacuum and what should
where is the best place to check the vacuum and what should it be ? 15in.? I
have 6in. of vacuum at the timing advance port on the carburetor.the timing is
at 8 deg. BTDC .when I unplug the vacuum advance hose nothing changes. idle and
timing remain the same and the car is driveable and seems fi
27;t make it more confusing.
Bill Vander Werf
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Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2008 6:45 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] DISC BRAKE CONVERSION PART II + ignition ?>
Thanks to all that replied. problem was a bad connect
ttp://www.lbfun.com/warehouse/tech_info/timing%20&%20vacuum%20advance/Ho=
w%20to%20Set%20Timing.pdf
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From: Jim & Chris=20
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2008 6:45 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] DISC BRAKE CONVERSION PART II + ignition ?
Tha
Thanks to all that replied. problem was a bad connection that joined the 2
piece brake line running to the rear that was drawing in air. now fixed. I also
Installed an MSD 6AL ignition and I have what may sound like a silly question
( I'm gettin a little punchie) long hrs. in garage. Q. If I
They have an explaination, but honestly its been so long
that I can't remember the details. Something to do with the auto
shut off of fluid (safety feature) if you get a leak at either the
front
or rear I think.
On 6/24/08, Jim &
Chris <
r the front
or rear I think.
On 6/24/08, Jim & Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
I did bench bleed it. and it does have a button at the front of the
proportioning valve ,but there was no mention of it in the directions. what
function does it have ? Jimmy.C
- O
y, June 24, 2008 9:27 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion
Did you bench bleed the master cylinder first? Does your proportioning valve
have a button on the front? If so depress that first.
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent:
I converted from drum to disk up front with a kit from ground up (THE RIGHT
STUFF product) and I cant get the original rear drums to bleed . is there
something with the distrabution block that I was supposed to do ? I followed
the directins as I understood them.I will call them tomorrow but am a
what is the formula .My 454 is .60 over and I wasn't quite sure of the total
cubic inches. Jimmy C.
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From: Tom Rightler
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Saturday, June 21, 2008 9:28 AM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 vs 402?
A 402 is a +.030 396.
haven't had a problem.
If you are installing a special application spring, you might want to call
the vender/manufacturer and hear what they say, otherwise with a stock
replacement spring I'd install it IAW the Assembly Manual.
On 6/14/08, Jim & Chris <[EMAIL PROTECT
there is an indentation in the lower control arm that the end of the coil
spring would fit in nicely but it would cover both weep holes. today I looked
in the assembly manual (that I couldnt find yesterday) and it said that one
hole has to be left uncovered/open and in the illustration it looks
are indented for the end of the
spring. I did not use spacers on the front the rear had them on top.
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2008 7:07 PM
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
S
I have two questions 1.) where does the bottom end of the front coil spring sit
in the lower control arm ? the deepest part is after the 2 weep holes clockwise
looking down. 2.) should there be rubber spaceres between the spring and fram/
control arm ? I've done this before but I don't think I d
roughley 1/4''x3/8''. what I planed was to weld it closed and grind it down ?
Jimmy.C.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Sent: Sunday, April 06, 2008 3:48 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] frame weld
In a message dated 4/6/2008 11:
I have a small rust hole in in the frame just between the wheel and front
bumper. I want to weld it closed . besides the battery is there anything
(electronics) that shoud be disconected ? thanks , Jimmy.C
Amen to that! thanks for the reassurance . I have the pypes -x system that
makes me sorry I put a good sterio system in the car to try and make it more
appealling to my teenage son.(but I think he likes the sound of the car) so if
it squeeks a little , I guess I won't mind. thanks to all, Jimm
I know this has been mentioned on the list before but I need to be refreshed.
POLY bushings for front upper and lower control arms pro's & cons ? Jimmy.C
ory. A free 'Restoration Kit' from GM for a 72 will list all the
springs by part number and broadcast code. It'll also show the factory
ride heights for different models - regardless of engine or accessories.
Dale McIntosh
ChevelleCD.com
ChevelleStuff.com
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I am looking for suggestions/advice on lowering the front end of my "72"
chevelle. origonally a small block car, I swaped in a big block and liked the
stance with the small block springs but didnt like when the header flanges
bottomed out. I installed bbc springs and now I think the front is to
I think the company is called "American Graffiti"that manufactures them and I
got the heater box / AC Delete for my "72" from ground up. I will look through
my old recipts and will let you know for sure when I find it. Jimmy C.
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From: Herb Lumpp
To: 'The Cheve
Josh, I think tose are weep holes to let water drain out. when I done the
springs on my 72 there was an indentation in the lower control arm that the
end of the bottom of the coil fits into.and the flat side goes up,which I think
was just mentioned on the list. hope it helps. if it does'nt I wi
Hey Denny, how much are you looking for the fan & fan clutch. Jimmy C.
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From: Denny Shewmake
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2007 11:11 AM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Parts
If anyone is interested or needs something.
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From: Jim & Chris
To: Dale
Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 10:37 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] HEI conversion / heads
Thanks Guys,for theHEI info and for helping me clear up the head issue.tomorrow
I'll have a better idea about what I'm looki
First,I was wondering if any one can explain how to convvert from a old style
points distributer to HEI ? or suggest a link. Secondly, I was wondering what
the advanteges or differences between open and closed chamber heads. Tomorrow I
am going to look through old parts that have been sitting i
Hey Lee , how did things go in NC ? Did you hear back from any of the other
interviews you went on keep me posted. Jimmy
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 2:52 AM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] O/T heaters
Does any one know if there is a formula to figure out compression ratio ? I
have a 454 , 40 over with flat top pistons, 113cc oval port open chamber heads.
I did a compression test this morning with the highest reading 142 psi and
lowest 131psi. Ive been curious about this for a while. Jimmy C.
Dave , I used one to lift my 454ci in and out of the chevelle a few times with
no problems.Jimmy C.
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From: Dave Corgill
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Monday, September 10, 2007 11:28 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate
At 04:14 PM 9/
Hey Jim , you do nice work.is that a refridgerator that you turned into a sand
blasting cabinite?
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From: Jim H. Thompson
To: Chevelle Mailing List ; The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Saturday, August 25, 2007 7:24 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] LT1 in Malibu
I got the motor running again without the knocking / tapping noise. I measured
the vacum and it was between 11-12lbs. I am running a comp cams "High energy
"cam that has 526 lift on the intake and exhaust. is that enough vacum or
should I retrace my steps and look for more . Thanks, Jimmy C.
I am having a difference of opinion. I had the distributor out and replaced the
cap. I had marked the distrbutor before I took it out so it is back to its
original position. I cranked the motor to 8 degrees BTDC on the #1 cylinder,
pointed the rotor towards the #1 cylinder I then put the I put t
Does anyone know the correct size (length) of the push rods for 454ci BBC. I
pulled all the push rods to check them for straightness and found the intake
for # 2 bent and one odball intake was .5 in. longer than the rest ? The push
rods that were in this motor are, int.8-1/4 x 5/16 with the oddb
If your engine is built up more, there are other heads that might be a
better choice. We left the cam and lifters as they were in good shape still.
Brad Waller
'67 Chevelle
'66 Corvette
Jim & Chris wrote:
I just found the problem .It seems the intake lifter on #7
.
Dale McIntosh
ChevelleCD.com - 1966/67 Chevelle Reference CDs
ChevelleStuff.com
From:[EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2007
wn out header gasket theory. At least check it before
doing a lot of other work. Its easy to check...Been there, done that, got the
T-shirt.
On 8/14/07, Jim & Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
oil pressure is fine, the tapping noise is comming from what seems to be
driver si
Hey Rick, theres a 1965 Malibu 283ci ss ? in Port Jervis N.Y at Reiss Auto
sales, Inc. if your interested (845) 856-4372 we were down there today. the
only thing I can tell you is its white. Jimmy C. ps if you want me to take a
closer look let me know
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From: [E
eally lose,
there's your problem. It would most likely be the number 7 or 8 cylinder.
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From: Jim & Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:59 am
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Vacum
I am finally ge
I am finally getting back to my Chevelle , rookie question but here goes.
which is the best port to measure the vacuum and what should the vacuum be ? I
have a knock and its not running on all cylinders . The motor is a 454ci , with
a stock rebuild with a mild cam. 915 miles after rebuild..with
sounds like a cool set-up but if your shoppin online your going to be
looking for ladder bars ( coil springs ). Good luck. Jimmy C.
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From: "dgage" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To:
Sent: Monday, July 09, 2007 11:40 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Wheel hop.
I just installed a
custom engineered competition components
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent: Friday, June 29, 2007 11:04 PM
To: Chevelle Forum
Subject: [Chevelle-list] valve
I have what sounded like a valve tap,and when I touched the valve cover it felt
like a rocker arm was tapping against it so I snugged the rockers , replaced
the valve cover and started the motor it was less noisy . when I looked closer
I noticed the PCV valve that I had not plugged back in was m
Its not carfax but might be useful to you. Try Autocheck ID#VPEE078C70A
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From: RJ Winkler
To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List'
Sent: Saturday, June 02, 2007 1:19 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] carfax
Does anyone have a carfax id they wouldn't mind lending out?
are you talking about "Chevelle SSRestoration guide" by Paul A. Herd and
published by MBI ? Jimmy C.
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From: Trooper
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2007 10:25 AM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Another rear end question from the rookie
I have a question on brakes . I don't think is related to vacuum. When I
step on the brake ,the pedal is easy and the braking action is sudden ,I
have to get use to it after not driving the car for a while. It's a 1972
four wheel drum that has power brakes . I have the disc brake conversion I
Devin
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim & Chris
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 5:44 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] flowmasters?+Cut outs
Since we're on the topic
Since we're on the topic of exhausts . I've been eyeballin Dougs electric
cut-outs and was wondering if anyone has any experiance with them or other
cut-out systems . I have a pypes 3'' X- pipe system with dumps and was thinking
about adding electric dumps,but they look kind of bulky for under c
I insalled edelbrock boxed uppers and lowers with poly bushings last spring
drove it all summer two, three times a week and no noise.several burnouts
too.Jimmy C.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net
Sent: Friday, April 06, 2007 11:46 AM
Hey Bob, what brand and model is it ? what are the pro's and con's ? Jimmy
C.
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From: "Bob Haggard" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "The Chevelle Mailing List"
Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2007 8:07 AM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Four Post Lift - Finally!
I've had mine for ab
Bill, I have a 72 with a 454 and I have 2" long tube hooker headers and they
fit nice but sad to say I have no A/C . if you want me to take some pictures
and email them and maybe give you an idea if they will work contact me off
list [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Jimmy C.
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Fro
Hey Shawn, can I come hang out at your garage ? alls I have is a "72" 454 4 -
Speed Chevelle and an "03" Kawasaki ZX 6 RR saftey wired and ready to go. I'll
bring the beer :O)Jiimmy C.
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From: Shawn Price
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Wednesday,
They are for the inner fenders, two bottom holes that that are verticle to
each other and make to the firewall. Two for the left side two for the right
side. hope this helps, Jimmy C.
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From: Pelle Andersson
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Sent: Friday, Janua
I'm thinking of tearing into a small block that I have and am trying to
figure out CID / HP. if I got the casting #3970010 and date code right H 18 7 =
August,18,1977 according to MSA-1 hand book its a 1969 to 1979 350ci. with
horsepower ratings from 145 hp to 370 hp with a 2 or 4 bolt main. T
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