RE: [Chevelle-List] Electrical suggestions?

2003-03-24 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
I have purchase 2 of their harness's and they worked well. They have a # to call if you have trouble, or is something is not OEM, or incorrect. I did that on 1 harness and they built me a NEW one, N.C. I would recommend their product and customer svc!! Cost was in the $90 area for engine, fr

RE: [Chevelle-List] Starting Problem ??

2003-03-14 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
You are right Steve, and good advise is to check everything you have outlined!! But, keep one thing in mind, the wire that is getting HOT and is frayed, is the RESISTOR wire in the RUN circuit for point ignition cars!! Your problem may be in this wire ( to great a voltage drop (resistance),

RE: [Chevelle-List] unsubscribe chevelle-list yourname@CRGILLIARD@AOL.COM

2003-03-05 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Death & Taxes!! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Krister Meister Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2003 10:10 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] unsubscribe chevelle-list [EMAIL PROTECTED]@AOL.COM Dear [EMAIL PROTECTED], You c

RE: [Chevelle-List] cowl plenum air cleaner (picture)

2003-03-03 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Don't forget about the "low pressure area" created at the cowl vent openings, by the windshield!! The negative pressure created at this area helps deliver a vortex for delivery of outside air (mini-turbo effect) to the intake charge, not to mention the differential in air temperature, thus great

RE: [Chevelle-List] Matching Numbers?

2003-02-28 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
now it was put into a car in Atlanta??? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of McLerran, Larry W. Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2003 3:21 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] Matching Numbers? That engine came out of Tonawanda, June

RE: [Chevelle-List] Matching Numbers?

2003-02-26 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Guys, I have a 1970 El Camino SS, 396/402 T0123CTX and it is stamped on the front right corner of the block, on the left rear corner of the of the block above the the oil filter is stamped theVIN# of my CAR!! Some blocks, depending upon the FINAL ASSEMBLY PLANT did stamp the VIN# next to the

RE: [Chevelle-List] Matching Numbers?

2003-02-26 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
That engine came out of Tonawanda, June 18th, 1970 and was put into a car built at Alanta, GA. The engine code is the same as mine, (TO123CTX), which is a 396/402 350hp, with a Muncie M-20, or 21 behind it, depending on your rear axle ratio!! Probably a POSI, 12 Bolt, maybe 3.31 or 3.36, possible 3

RE: [Chevelle-List] Matching Numbers?

2003-02-26 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Get Alvin Colvin's book, Chevelle by the #'s. It is published for years, 1964-1969 and 1970-75, whichever year you have??? Great info and really a must in restoration! Just remember, the best book, the best info, always has exceptions! Indepth research on your part is the best way to uncover

RE: [Chevelle-List] Insurance

2003-02-11 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Why don't you try J.C. Taylor, there on the internet under antique car ins. and I have been with them for years, very reasonable!! Larry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2003 9:49 AM To: [EMAIL

RE: [Chevelle-List] GM Strike

2003-02-03 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
That is correct, my 70 El Camino has a block, casting date Oct. 8, 1969, 396/402, heads (390) casting dates Jan. 16, 21, 1970, intake manifold cast date of Sept. 7, 1979 and a block build date of Jan. 23, 1970 @ Tonawanda. The early cast date and late head date could also be caused by the ru

RE: [Chevelle-List] Alt # confirmation

2003-02-03 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
That alternator is out of a Full Size Passenger, Biscayne, BelAir, or, Caprice, with A/C, H/D ouput, K-85 option, or?? Chevelle, Monte Carlo, W/HD Cooling, K85 option. No other vehicles are listed as having that Alt. for the 72 model year. It is a 63 AMP, Good Luck, and is not correct for your car!

RE: [Chevelle-List] Holley parts

2003-01-31 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Don't know about the others, but the CARBSHOP in Ontario, CA www.thecarbshop.com does great work, had some Q-Jets done there and they specialize in Holley's. Give them a call, they are helpful and you won't be disappointed!! Larry! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EM

RE: [Chevelle-List] Florida Vacation

2003-01-30 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
I have one Carl, I just took it off my 70 El Camino SS, and installed the correct 7040505. The carb I have is correct for your vehicle and is in Great shape!! I only removed it to get the correct # on my car!! Send me an e-mail at [EMAIL PROTECTED] if your interested?? Larry -Original Mess

RE: [Chevelle-List] Indy Mags

2003-01-30 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
American Racing/U.S. Mags built the INDY style mag in the 70's, when I worked for them. They were Slotted and were either polished or natural Aluminum. They were the STANDARD for the market, for the average buyer. There were copies that were not solid, one piece wheels, sold by the bargin ma

RE: [Chevelle-List] Question about El Camino Rear Suspension

2003-01-29 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
El Camino's were not available with the F-41 suspension. Buildout manuals and documentation says they none were produced!! You can add the system, but no line installed it at the factory!! Larry! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of [EMAIL PR

RE: [Chevelle-List] Combustion chamber size

2003-01-28 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
There 101.9cc and they are semi-open, relief at the casting in the chamber opposite the valves!   Larry -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Craig EllisSent: Monday, January 27, 2003 7:29 PMTo: ChevelleSubject: [Chevelle-List]

RE: [Chevelle-List] bucket seat foams - 1966-69 and 1970-72 A-body cars

2003-01-24 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Who's the guy John??? Larry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Friday, January 24, 2003 1:25 PM To: Olds Mailing List; Chevelle List Subject: [Chevelle-List] bucket seat foams - 1966-69 and 1970-72 A-body cars Just an FYI.

RE: [Chevelle-List] my wife crashed my elco

2003-01-24 Thread McLerran, Larry W.
Don't know?? I'm sure you have a wonderful wife, but might have to weigh who to replace, if that was my car!! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Tigergutt Sent: Friday, January 24, 2003 10:14 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Chevelle-Li