[Chevelle-list] 70 manual steering box rebuild

2011-03-13 Thread ss454hillman
I was wondering if anyone has rebuilt their manual steering box. Is it a DIY kind of thing? Where do you get the kit to do it? Can it be changed to a quicker ratio? What about prices? Thanks for any info Steve

Re: [Chevelle-list] rear drum brakes

2010-04-09 Thread ss454hillman
Thanks Rick, those links were very helpful for the rear brakes HAPPY CRUSIN -Original Message- From: Rick Schaefer To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wed, Apr 7, 2010 5:35 pm Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] rear drum brakes http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-parts/brakes/brake-ty

Re: [Chevelle-list] 454 eng.

2010-04-09 Thread ss454hillman
tell us where you are located -Original Message- From: n30pac...@aol.com To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Fri, Apr 9, 2010 10:50 am Subject: [Chevelle-list] 454 eng. 454 eng. all stock from carb to pan, runs good can still here run, anyone interested reply to n30pac...@aol.co

[Chevelle-list] rear drum brakes

2010-04-07 Thread ss454hillman
Hi Guys, took the rear out of the 70 chevelle to put C-Clip eliminator kit in and was wondering if anyone has a link to a GOOD diagram on how to reinstall the drum brakes and related springs and such. Its been apart for a while and just want to be sure I get it back together correctly. Oh and ye

[Chevelle-list] old drag race pics

2009-12-09 Thread ss454hillman
Hello to the list. I was wondering if anyone has that e-mail with the "old drag race pictures" If so could you send it to me thanks

[Chevelle-list] 70 chevelle package tray replace

2009-11-30 Thread ss454hillman
Hi Guys, was wondering if someone knows how the package tray on a 70 chevelle is removed. What holds it in? I alsowas wondering about the order of install of the trunk divider board and insulation. Thanks steve

Re: [Chevelle-list] Source for Numbers

2009-06-01 Thread ss454hillman
Ecklers has all the single numbers to make what you want Personally I like the "327" idea? I have a 468 chevelle with the original "396" on the fender? A little harder to hide the sound of a 496 to pass it off as a 327? ENJOY -Original Message- From: Tom Rightler To: The Chevelle Maili

Re: [Chevelle-list] printed curcuit ?

2009-05-18 Thread ss454hillman
I was thinking to check voltage in the wire harness connector before it plugs into the printed circut board -Original Message- From: rml...@comcast.net To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sat, 16 May 2009 3:16 pm Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] printed curcuit ? Iam not really sure what

Re: [Chevelle-list] printed curcuit ?

2009-05-16 Thread ss454hillman
I would maybe unplug the connector to the printed board and check with a test light all the connections for the gauges to make sure the problem isnt before the printed circut board? maybe save ya from buying something you dont need -Original Message- From: jessfedr...@bellsouth.net To:

Re: [Chevelle-list] My daughters car

2009-03-20 Thread ss454hillman
did you check the round canister that controls the turn signals? Posibility? -Original Message- From: Dan Rachlin To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Fri, 20 Mar 2009 7:15 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] My daughters car Check the owners manual, or turn it on and follow where the cli

[Chevelle-list] window adjust

2008-12-28 Thread ss454hillman
Hi everyone and a HAPPY NEW YEAR WISH TO ALL. I was wondering if anyone has any info on how to properly adjust the front windows on a 70 Chevelle SS. I think I have em good and when I put the door pad back on they seem to hold the glass out more and the adjustment is wrong again. Thanks for the

Re: [Chevelle-list] signing off for a while

2008-08-19 Thread ss454hillman
Hey John, Our most sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.? steve -Original Message- From: John Nasta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:55 am Subject: [Chevelle-list] signing off for a while Unfortunately my brother was kil

Re: [Chevelle-list] fuel gauge

2008-06-12 Thread ss454hillman
Hey Larry, try this site, was a BIG help for me? http://chevelleengineer.home.comcast.net/chevelleengineer/fuelgage.htm Steve -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thu, 12 Jun 2008 1:42 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] fuel gauge Mine

Re: [Chevelle-list] fuel gauge

2008-06-11 Thread ss454hillman
Hey Harlan, I just went thru the same thing. Could be the ground, the sending unit or the gauge itself. If you check out this web site it is really great info on how to check problem?? http://chevelleengineer.home.comcast.net/chevelleengineer/fuelgage.htm? or look in the Chevelle Forum gor The

Re: [Chevelle-list] speedo gear in trans

2008-06-03 Thread ss454hillman
Hey Rich THANKS for the GREAT info. I didnt even think to check the web site first. Thanks again that was a awsome bit of info? Steve -Original Message- From: Rich Pruett <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Mon, 2 Jun 2008 5:41 pm Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] speedo

Re: [Chevelle-list] speedo gear in trans

2008-06-02 Thread ss454hillman
I have a Tremec TKO 600 -Original Message- From: Dan Rachlin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Mon, 2 Jun 2008 7:49 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] speedo gear in trans What tranny do you have?

[Chevelle-list] speedo gear in trans

2008-06-02 Thread ss454hillman
Hi guys, just a quick one. If your speedo shows 10 mph less than you are going do you need a gear with more or less teeth to get it up to the correct mph?? Thanks again?? Steve

Re: [Chevelle-list] Is there really a "high flow water pump?"

2008-06-02 Thread ss454hillman
I have a 70 with a full roller 461 BBC and I installed a Edelbrock alumium water pump and had a radiator shop here in Mich make me a 4 core rad and I never get over 180 degrees with a 160 stat. Four Seasons Radiator shop is Much cheaper that a Be Cool or anything like that? Good Luck? Steve --

[Chevelle-list] removing filler neck from gas tank

2008-05-19 Thread ss454hillman
Hey guys, I need to eplace the sending unit in my 70 SS and was wondering how the filler neck comes off the tank so I can remove the tank. There is no rubber connecting piece or any type of clamp holding it on. I put 3" exhaust on the car so removing the tank with the filler neck on it as a unit

[Chevelle-list] fuel guage test

2008-05-10 Thread ss454hillman
Hey guys was just wondering if there is a electrial test to tell if a fuel guage was faulty or if it is the sending unit. It worked fine last fall and just got the car out and its no working. I cleaned the ground wire and metal on the body it attaches to and still dont work?? Thanks in advance??

[Chevelle-list] master brake cylinder

2008-03-06 Thread ss454hillman
Hi guys well the list is pretty slow but I am in the process of replacing the master cylinder on my 70 and have a question for ya. I had a round style that was on the car with the bleeder screws in it. It was pretty much a waste so I got the square style with out bleeder screws that I believe to

Re: [Chevelle-list] master cylinder bench bleeding

2008-02-28 Thread ss454hillman
Thanks Dan, you have also provided me other info before and I surely appreciate it ALL?? Thanks?? Steve -Original Message- From: Daniel Solomon <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 10:34 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] master cylinder bench bleeding

[Chevelle-list] master cylinder bench bleeding

2008-02-28 Thread ss454hillman
Hi guys I had to replace a master cylinder on the 70 and I got the one with no bleeders on it. What is the process to properly bench bleed it?? Thanks? Steve

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2008-02-26 Thread ss454hillman
Hi guys, was just wondering what the difference is between a master cylinder with the bleeders and one without the bleeders? Thanks? Steve More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://webmail.aol.com

Re: [Chevelle-list] clock repair parts

2008-01-09 Thread SS454HILLMAN
To Chuck S. thanks for thwe reply to the clock stem question.I looked at year one web site and couldnt find any clock stems. Do you happen to remember a part number? Thanks again Steve **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/wint

[Chevelle-list] clock repair parts

2008-01-08 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi guys hope all had a great holiday season. Now its time to get back to work on the chevelle. I was wondering if anyone knows where I could get a new stem for my dash clock for a 70 SS with the round clock Thanks you all have been a great help in the pastSteve **Start the y

[Chevelle-list] brake bleeding

2007-12-01 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi guys was wondering about the correct way to bleed the disc/drum power brake system on a 70 chevelle? I think i read some where that you need to hold open the prop valve while bleeding (?) does the booster require vacumn during bleeding? is there a way to tell if the booster is bad? if the mas

Re: [Chevelle-list] Tremec 5 Speed Info

2007-09-11 Thread SS454HILLMAN
I did that very swap this year in my 70 with 525 hp Rat. It is a piece of cake. I already had a center force clutch so all I bought was the TKO600 and the yoke and speedometer adapter. The cross member only has to be moved rearward a little and the holes are already in the frame. You have to sh

[Chevelle-list] stuck tach

2007-08-27 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi guys was wondering if there is a fix for a stuck factory tach? It is stuck on 6500 rpm. Is it just toast or what Thanks Steve ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour

Re: [Chevelle-list] Wheel hop.

2007-07-11 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi dennis I am running a newly installed tremec 5 speed in a 70 chevelle with a 525 hp big block the only thing I did was run a set of KYB gas shocks with the stock control arms that were factory boxed wioth BFGoodrich radial TA's and that stopped my wheel hop. Just my experience good luck

[Chevelle-list] decoding a 700-R-4

2007-06-04 Thread SS454HILLMAN
I was wondering if anyone can help me to decode the numbers off a 700-R-4 trans? Which numbers are the ones to use? Seems like there are numbers every where Thanks Steve ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

[Chevelle-list] muncie M21

2007-05-20 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi all was wondering if anyone can give me a value to ask for a Muncie M-21 trans. I got a new Tremec and no longer need the M-21 It was opened up for a look inside and all was ok but some expected wear on the gears. Was working fine when removed from car. Thanks Steve

[Chevelle-list] ride height

2007-05-14 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi all was wondering if anyone can give a ride height measurement for a stock 70 BBC chevelle? also is anyone going on the Power Tour this year? Thanks Steve ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Re: [Chevelle-list] power tour

2007-04-07 Thread SS454HILLMAN
If you go to Hot Rod magizine web site they explain it all but in short it is a 6 city cruise starting in Cleveland Oh then to Kalamazoo Mi then to Racine Wi and so on. I am near Flint Mi and we are going to Cleveland on Fri the 1st of June and then comming to Kalamazoo on Sun 3rd. I dont have t

[Chevelle-list] power tour

2007-04-04 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi, guys was wondering if anyone in Michigan is going on the 07 Power tour? This is my first post although I look in on the site often See ya at the power tour.. no rain ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Favorite Parts catalog.

2006-08-22 Thread SS454HILLMAN
I do all my parts buying from NPD. Glad to say I havent needed any lately but getting ready .. I think NPD is the best of all of them

Re: [Chevelle-list] Exhaust bypass gadgets

2006-07-02 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Hi , yes I am running a set of Quick times on my 461cu/in 70 chevelle and they are really great. No problems and they are a lot of fun especially at a light with a stang beside. I have had no leaks as I put a thin bead of TRV black and it works perfect. Those guys at Quick time are great and

Re: [Chevelle-list] Off Topic - Frontier Tranny Question

2006-01-18 Thread SS454HILLMAN
Yeah Tell the guy to buy AMERICAN