[Chevelle-list] Steering linkage parts

2010-02-06 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I would like to replace the tie-rod ends and center link on my '71 Malibu. It's not a performance machine or a concurs project, just an occasional driver. Are the NAPA parts ok quality (made by Dana Corp)? Are they any different from the Year One parts? Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] A different Type of Question

2009-11-08 Thread Tom Tomlinson
the tires. Seems like a waste of money. Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu tinindia...@aol.com wrote: Another question about nitrogen. Shell claims their gas keeps your engine cleaner. Having worked in a chemical plant and refinery's and knowing that nitrogen is an inert gas and doesn'

Re: [Chevelle-list] new lift

2009-05-17 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Larry: I was considering this 4-post lift for my garage. How hard was it to ship and install? Tom Tomlinson '71 Malbu Larry Williams wrote: The lift has 4 large metal casters that work with a lever at the base of the lift to raise it up when the lift is lowered. I bought the $1895.

[Chevelle-list] Christmas Book

2008-12-17 Thread Tom Tomlinson
earn more about this. Can anyone suggest a good book for either general Chevelle history, or engine rebuild how-to? Thanks. Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] Buying a car online

2008-08-17 Thread Tom Tomlinson
c. I ended up buying the car, but I had a very good idea of exactly what I was getting. I also had it shipped door-to-door via a Canadian carrier, and also learned how to import a car. But that's another story. Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu SteveZL1 wrote: Subject: Buying a car online

Re: [Chevelle-list] correct color

2008-08-10 Thread Tom Tomlinson
My '71 has a flat black base. Tom Tomlinson Melanie Lopez wrote: Hi everybody. Anybody know the correct color for the base of the tire jack ? (blue, black, gray ??). We have a 71 (I don't know if it matters what year) Thanks, Melanie

Re: [Chevelle-list] car names

2008-08-06 Thread Tom Tomlinson
My '71 Malibu is called "the Bear", because it's a bear to drive. No PS, PB, AC, Auto trans. But I love shifting the 4-speed. Tom Tomlinson Tom Rightler wrote: I'm not gonna repeat some of the names I've called my cars. The Charger is referred to as General Lee

[Chevelle-list] SBC fuel line

2008-02-17 Thread Tom Tomlinson
e would only be supported in one place (at the fuel pump) and might vibrate loose. 1) Should I support the other end of the steel line somehow? If so, any suggestions on how and where to support it. 2) When removing the old line from the fuel pump, do I have to worry about fuel leaking from

Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit?

2008-01-08 Thread Tom Tomlinson
When I needed an expander for my exhaust install, I borrowed one from AutoZone. That's one of the tools they will loan out for free. Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu Matthew Post wrote: Thanks. That's what I was thinking. Using a sawzall or cutoff wheel to trim the pipes where ne

Re: [Chevelle-list] Garage Heater

2007-12-27 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I live near Saratoga NY and use a Modine "Hot Dawg" unit, 75kBTU for my new 24' x 28' garage (insulated). I'm going out to paint the inside now, and hope to get some repairs done on the Malibu this winter. I got the unit from: http://www.littlegreenhouse.com/acc

Re: [Chevelle-list] a 64 Chevelle Purchase in Canada

2007-11-22 Thread Tom Tomlinson
he US dollar, so total cost of the car purchase and shipping was about $5k. However, some newer cars (1980's) that come from Canada don't pass EPA and DOT standards, and can't be registered in the US. Makes them tough to sell. Tom Tomlinson Daniel Mascheck wrote: What kind

Re: [Chevelle-list] Garage Lift O/T

2007-09-26 Thread Tom Tomlinson
y from. I'm considering a Greg Smith Pro Park 8. Thanks for your help. Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] Fw: Vacuum advance

2007-05-22 Thread Tom Tomlinson
will take without pinging. The vacuum doesn't kick in until about 1500 rpm, so using the steady vacuum may advance the timing sooner, which may give slightly better performance. Tom Tomlinson Johnny Palmer wrote: - Original Message - *From:* John & Chris <mailto:[EMAI

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

2007-04-28 Thread Tom Tomlinson
t? It also has some areas blacked out, where the screw mounting holes are. Also, how should the grille surface be prepared for painting? Should it be sanded with a fine sandpaper to scuff up the surface? Is there a primer that should be used? Thanks for you help. Tom Tomlinson '71 Mal

Re: [Chevelle-list] I need some help

2007-03-03 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I bought a yoke for about $50 from someone who parts out Chevelles. New yokes are probably more expensive, but as long as the "junk yard" part is ok and suits your needs, you can save yourself some money. Tom Tomlinson langus wrote: I am looking around at prices for pinion yokes.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Demon BadMan Inline Induction System

2007-01-23 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Any idea if it would fit under a stock hood for a '66 Chevelle (small block)? Tom Tomlinson Denny Shewmake wrote: Has anyone been up close and personal with this induction system? Looks sweet as H.. and would really be nice on the 383 stroker I am planning on later this yearT

Re: [Chevelle-list] stainless steel bolt kit

2007-01-07 Thread Tom Tomlinson
See: http://totallystainless.com/totally.html Tom Tomlinson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone make a make a stainlees steel bolt kit for a 66 chevelle? Thanks David Blanton

Re: [Chevelle-list] Rear Control Arms Removal

2006-08-28 Thread Tom Tomlinson
There was an article in Chevelle World a couple of years ago covering the rear sway bar installation, but I can't remember which issue. Maybe someone else can remember. Tom Tomlinson Larry Shouse wrote: Thanks to everybody who responded. While reading your replies, I realized I don&#

Re: [Chevelle-list] Wanted: Holley Carb Parts!

2006-07-06 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ail me off-list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tom Tomlinson Pelle Andersson wrote: Hi I've checked again! It IS a double pumper but the fuel bowls are discontinued at Holley :-( So I gently ask again. Does anyone of you guy have a primaryfuelbowl for a Holley 4165 (list 6213) on a shelf somewh

Re: [Chevelle-list] sheet metal

2006-03-22 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Mailing List" Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] sheet metal Date: Tue, 21 Mar 2006 07:18:55 -0500 Tom is ther a website for the metals supermarket. thanks Jimmy C. - Original Message - From: "Tom Tomlinson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Su

Re: [Chevelle-list] sheet metal

2006-03-19 Thread Tom Tomlinson
other spots that needed some relatively easy repair where no patch panels exist. I may also use the sheet metal for smoothing the firewall, and fabricating a new tunnel for the Tremec 5 speed. This is for my '66 Elky. Tom Tomlinson John Nasta wrote: Are you fabricating your own panels

Re: [Chevelle-list] sheet metal

2006-03-18 Thread Tom Tomlinson
t checked the gauge precisely, but it seems correct. Tom Tomlinson Karl Groves wrote: I could be wrong. Now that I think about it 16 gauge does seem a bit thick. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com <http://www.karlgroves.com/> Will Work For Parts: http://chevel

Re: [Chevelle-list] Steering wheel/column question

2006-01-09 Thread Tom Tomlinson
center. Tom Tomlinson John Nasta wrote: Yeah, I see what you mean. That may be why my brother suggested changing it at the steering box. My horn actually doesn't work "properly". I can see the horn contact buried under the steering wheel hub, but it is not aligned with any hole

Re: [Chevelle-list] Steering wheel/column question

2006-01-09 Thread Tom Tomlinson
. The only way to fix it was to re-align the car. Tom Tomlinson John Nasta wrote: My steering wheel is not oriented properly. With the wheels in proper alignment and turned straight, the steering wheel is probably about 75 degrees off (counterclockwise from where it should be). Should I... a)

Re: [Chevelle-list] Headers

2005-12-14 Thread Tom Tomlinson
n-line catalog. Where do you get Doug's headers these days? Tom Tomlinson Mike wrote: I also replaced my Hooker Headers with Doug's on my 65 GTO and am much happier with them - mainly for the additional 1-2" of ground clearance. I used to bottom out every where I went with th

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1965 327 Exhaust Manifolds

2005-11-10 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I'm not in Southern California, but I have a pair of stock exhaust manifolds from a '66 327 Elky I could part with cheap. Tom Tomlinson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1. A 350 is going into my 1965 SS. Instead of headers I may run stock 327 exhaust manifolds to eliminate mounting issues

Re: [Chevelle-list] manual choke (Edelbrock carb)

2005-10-26 Thread Tom Tomlinson
inter, which should be pretty soon given the weather in the northeast lately. Tom Tomlinson John Nasta wrote: I've had my manual choke cable hooked up for probably a month or more now and it has already become really sticky. It's easier (but not exactly easy) to pull the choke on and much

Re: [Chevelle-list] New gadget

2005-09-29 Thread Tom Tomlinson
hia.net/~hlump/index.htm -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Tom Tomlinson Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2005 6:51 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] New gadget Herb: I've tried a number of these Modulators from Ra

Re: [Chevelle-list] New gadget

2005-09-25 Thread Tom Tomlinson
hear if the Walmart unit is better. My wife got so frustrated that she installed a radio in her car that has a phone jack audio input (direct wire). Now she is very happy with the sound quality from her MP3 player. Tom Tomlinson Herb Lumpp wrote: I was at Walmart the other day and happened t

Re: [Chevelle-list] Octane

2005-09-16 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I have this problem (pinging) on my '98 Jeep with a fuel injected 4.0L. Is there a way to clean piston tops for fuel injected engines? Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu (in addition to the Jeep) John wrote: You might want to consider some "old" technoloby and use water injection.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Jegs, Summit, or ? [Re-Send]

2005-09-07 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Autozone had the one-piece Fel-Pro oil pan gasket for my 350. I got Hedman headers for my 350 from Summit. After installing them, I found they didn't fit, and Summit took them back for a full refund, no questions asked (but they did want a picture of the fit problem). Tom Tomlinson '

Re: [Chevelle-list] disc brake conversion

2005-07-25 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Clint: Is this for your air-bagged elky? I was advised by the air ride people that a dropped spindle was "too low" with their A-body air bag setup. Tom Tomlinson Clint Hooper wrote: Fatman Fabrication now sells a taller A-body spindle with better geometry and a 1 3/4"

Re: [Chevelle-list] Rookie question "Mallory HEI"

2005-07-01 Thread Tom Tomlinson
spx?BrandID=6 BillL Also, isn't there a series resistor in the ignition wire of a non-HEI Chevelle that should be removed when you upgrade to an HEI distributor? Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] Miss at WOT ??? Steve & Tom

2005-06-05 Thread Tom Tomlinson
x27;d also disconnect fuel line after the pump and look at the fuel flow while someone turns the engine over. I think there is a spec on the flow rate you can check to make sure there is no fuel blockage between the tank and the pump.   Tom Tomlinson     - Original Message - Fro

Re: [Chevelle-list] Miss at WOT ???

2005-06-05 Thread Tom Tomlinson
some gunk build up in the fuel tank, or between the fuel tank and the fuel pump.   If the problem is at high RPM and WOT, I would check the coil/ignition system.   Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu - Original Message - From: Tony Gavel To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Su

Re: [Chevelle-list] Proper engine bay color?

2005-06-05 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Pelle:     Below is a link to some pics of my 71 (Malibu) engine bay. The engine has been modified, but the bay is still original!   Tom Tomlinson   http://www.eagleshore.com/bear/engine-mods.htm - Original Message - From: Pelle Andersson To: The Chevelle Mailing List

Re: [Chevelle-list] "Must dos" with engine out of car

2005-05-31 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I'd spring for a single-piece oil pan gasket (Felpro I believe) while you're doing the rear-main seal. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Bill Bradley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Tuesday, May 31, 2005 6:34 PM Su

Re: [Chevelle-list] '65 Rear Jacking

2005-05-23 Thread Tom Tomlinson
with jack stands under the axle   Tom Tomlinson  - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, May 23, 2005 4:27 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] '65 Rear Jacking The 1965 Chevelle manual says to lift the rear wi

Re: [Chevelle-list] manual choke (Edelbrock carb)

2005-05-15 Thread Tom Tomlinson
gram below.        |  |    |  | ---|--o  |  < hole for cable    \ __ /   Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: Tom Tomlinson To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, May 02, 2005 7:45 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] manual choke

Re: [Chevelle-list] Pinion angle (Vibrations)

2005-05-13 Thread Tom Tomlinson
amage, but I think it bent that darn yoke. Took me a while to find one, but its solid now.   Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: Pelle Andersson To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, May 13, 2005 2:55 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Pinion angle (Vibra

Re: [Chevelle-list] what is a smuggler box?

2005-05-09 Thread Tom Tomlinson
That's correct; the smugglers box is not big enough for the spare tire. But it is just big enough for the battery, Airride tank and compressor, and a bottle of nitrous :)   Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: Dave Studly To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List&#

Re: [Chevelle-list] LaSalle??

2005-05-08 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Nope, must be a different Tom Tomlinson. Actually, my name is really "Harold", but I've always gone by "Tom".   Tom - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2005 7:44 PM Subject

Re: [Chevelle-list] Air Ride installation

2005-05-08 Thread Tom Tomlinson
. I don't think you'll have any > problems. > > Herb Lumpp > http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm > > > -----Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Tom Tomlinson > Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2005 11:32 AM > To:

Re: [Chevelle-list] Air Ride installation

2005-05-08 Thread Tom Tomlinson
7;66.  I'm considering the four-corner (four solenoid) setup from Airride.   Tom Tomlinson   - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2005 9:42 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Air Ride installation Hi Fellas,

Re: [Chevelle-list] Air Ride installation

2005-05-07 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Clint:     Let me know how you like it; as we discussed before, I'm considering the Airride for my '66 El Camino.   Where did you put the tank?   Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, May 07, 200

Re: [Chevelle-list] Single vs Dual Plane manifolds

2005-05-02 Thread Tom Tomlinson
cowl induction, so I can't comment on the clearance problem. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, May 02, 2005 3:00 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Single vs Dual Plane manifolds > I currently

Re: [Chevelle-list] manual choke (Edelbrock carb)

2005-05-02 Thread Tom Tomlinson
PMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] manual choke (Edelbrock carb)   My Edelbrock performer carb with manual choke came with a hole in the choke cam. All I did was hook up the existing manual cable to it and adjust the throw.   Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] manual choke (Edelbrock carb)

2005-05-01 Thread Tom Tomlinson
My Edelbrock performer carb with manual choke came with a hole in the choke cam. All I did was hook up the existing manual cable to it and adjust the throw.   Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: John Nasta To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, May 01, 2005

Re: [Chevelle-list] Intake Manifolds

2005-05-01 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Dan McIntosh1963 Impala SS ConvertibleStreet Metal Fabricationshttp://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Tom Tomlinson To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, May 01, 2005 10:00 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Intake Mani

Re: [Chevelle-list] Intake Manifolds

2005-05-01 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I have an Edelbrock TM-1 single plane manifold for a sbc with a hole in the front for oil, that I'm looking to get rid of. Let me know if you are interested.   Tom Tomlinson   - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: S

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

2005-04-25 Thread Tom Tomlinson
But with help from this list and some friends, I'm learning the art of car restoration and modification. I'm confident enough now to have actually purchased another car ('66 Elky) to work on while I drive the Malibu.   Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] Headers

2005-04-24 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I also put Sanderson's (cast) on my 350 Malibu, and am very happy with them. Are you talking about the cast headers or the shorty headers they make for the small block? Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu - Original Message - From: "Chuck Speake" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: &

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

2005-04-04 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I was pumping water out of my basement (upstate NY) instead of working on the elky. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Brad Waller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" Sent: Monday, April 04, 2005

Re: [Chevelle-list] My website

2005-03-19 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I like the beef-cake pose on the hood. Tom - Original Message - From: "André-Tigergutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" Sent: Saturday, March 19, 2005 3:43 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] My website > > Hey guys and gals, > > I have made a first tentative to do a

[Chevelle-list] Air Gap Intake

2005-02-28 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ump and pan? It would be easy to change now since the engine is already on the stand.   Thanks for your advice.   Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] distributor total-timing question - BB

2005-02-28 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I re-wired my small block two years ago, being very careful to label the wires to the proper cylinders. Even so, I switched #6 and #8 wires. The engine ran ok, but lacked power, and backfired occasionally.   Just a thought.   Tom - Original Message - From: Wayne To: Larry

Re: [Chevelle-list] Smugglers Box

2005-02-27 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ock with all > three rows of bolts in place. > Mike > > > > - Original Message - > From: "Tom Tomlinson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" > Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 9:57 PM > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Smuggler

Re: [Chevelle-list] Coil over shocks & digital dash??

2005-02-27 Thread Tom Tomlinson
eting hype. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Dan Mascheck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 10:23 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Coil over shocks & digital dash?? > Have you ridden

Re: [Chevelle-list] Smugglers Box

2005-02-24 Thread Tom Tomlinson
id the previous owner take the verticle plate out? Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 9:01 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Smugglers Box > That

Re: [Chevelle-list] Coil over shocks & digital dash??

2005-02-24 Thread Tom Tomlinson
east $3K just in parts > alone. > Clint Hooper > H&H Custom,owner > 1969 El Camino ProTourer > 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > - Original Message - > From: "Tom Tomlinson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

Re: [Chevelle-list] Coil over shocks & digital dash??

2005-02-24 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I'm also considering a 4-corner airride for my '66 elky, including the strong-arm tubular a-arms and shockwave spring/shock. Looks like the air tank, compressor, and solenoids will fit in the smugglers box, along with the battery. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: &qu

Re: [Chevelle-list] Saginaw Tranny???

2005-02-10 Thread Tom Tomlinson
engine, but as a daily driver the Saginaw was fine for me.   Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: Tony Gavel To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2005 10:40 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Saginaw Tranny??? Has anyone had any ex

Re: [Chevelle-list] General wiring question (tach)

2005-01-25 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ignal. Good question, I will try that as > well. No harm if 12v goes to the 'coil' feed, eh? > > -Graham > > Quoting Tom Tomlinson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > > > Does the tach have a light (instrument). Put 12 v on one of the wires and > >

Re: [Chevelle-list] General wiring question (tach)

2005-01-23 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Does the tach have a light (instrument). Put 12 v on one of the wires and see if it lights. The wire that lights the light is probably the power lead. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Graham Wooden" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List"

Re: [Chevelle-list] Carb

2005-01-02 Thread Tom Tomlinson
uning rods in the Edelbrock. Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu - Original Message - From: "brian hollingshead" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, January 02, 2005 7:43 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Carb > > I have a 71 Malibu with a 350 that i drive around town ev

Re: [Chevelle-list] Starter issues ...

2004-12-19 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Advanced Auto, bought a $10 solenoid, and problem solved. It even starts fine without the heat shield. I think the solenoid has been failing slowly every since I got the car. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Dennis Kiernan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The

Re: [Chevelle-list] re-enable list too

2004-12-06 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Gee, I thought things were awfully quiet. I must have been dropped too.   Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: James Colgan To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, December 06, 2004 7:13 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] re-enable list too MY SERVER

[Chevelle-list] Keep the old flywheel?

2004-12-03 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I've got a 355 sbc from a '70 Camaro that has been rebuilt with the Edelbrock RPM package (~420 HP). This engine came with my '66 Elky, along with the flywheel/bellhousing from the original 327 from the Elky.   Should I get a new flywheel, or resurface the old one?   Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] Garage heater

2004-11-24 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ll get cooold here this winter. One concern I have is painting. I certainly don't want vapors around the open flame of the heater, and I'm not sure about sucking the vapors out in the winter and loosing all that heat. Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu (in storage) '66 Elky (in pieces) -

[Chevelle-list] Magazines

2004-11-15 Thread Tom Tomlinson
hat magazines do you subscribe to to keep up with this hobby? For instance, I just found an article in Hot Rod that compared all the Edelbrock intake manifolds that was interesting, but I'm not sure I want a full subscription. What's worthwhile to get every month?   Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu '66 El Camino

Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Hoist

2004-11-13 Thread Tom Tomlinson
r bodies and fully loaded big blocks don't > even make it grunt. > > Trooper > > - Original Message - > From: "Tom Tomlinson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Friday, November 12, 2004

[Chevelle-list] Engine Hoist

2004-11-12 Thread Tom Tomlinson
e the body before, but I'm not sure what weight, reach, and height are needed in the hoist. Anyone done this before? Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] Doug's tri-y headers

2004-11-04 Thread Tom Tomlinson
since I've had a > relatively good experience with mine. > > -Dave > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Tom Tomlinson > Sent: Thursday, November 04, 2004 7:03 PM > To: The Chevelle Mailing List > Su

Re: [Chevelle-list] Doug's tri-y headers

2004-11-04 Thread Tom Tomlinson
very happy with. But for the Elky, I wanted to try a more conventional (tubular) header. I'd also spring for the ceramic coating; sounds like the way to go. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Rick Schaefer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Ma

[Chevelle-list] Doug's tri-y headers

2004-11-03 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Has anyone tried Doug's tri-y headers on their Chevelle? I'm considering them for '66 Elky with small block engine, ~400hp. As usual, I'm concerned about fit, clearance, and plug access. Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] Baby on the Way

2004-10-09 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Thanks Mike; one more thing for me to take care of before I put it back together. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, October 07, 2004 8:56 AM S

Re: [Chevelle-list] Baby on the Way

2004-10-06 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Has anyone installed shoulder belts (for adults) in a '66 El Camino? Is there a good place to anchor it? Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Krister Meister" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: <[EMA

Re: [Chevelle-list] Which way of lowering is better?

2004-09-30 Thread Tom Tomlinson
asking if you really need the dropped spndles if you have an air bag system. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, September 30, 2004 9:00 PM Subject: Re: [Chevel

Re: RE: [Chevelle-list] ( ot ) Ebay & I'm sellin it for a friend

2004-09-27 Thread Tom Tomlinson
even know about. Best $35 I ever spent. Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu (from BC Canada) '66 El Camino (in process) - Original Message - From: "65ss.com" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, September 2

Re: [Chevelle-list] Insurance

2004-08-10 Thread Tom Tomlinson
John: I have two cars with Hagerty. The first was about $100. The second was an extra $20/yr. The second car is only an incremental cost assuming you have the first car insured with them. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: "Krister Meister" <[EMAIL PROTECT

Re: [Chevelle-list] Rust Removal

2004-07-28 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ly 28, 2004 10:44 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Rust Removal > Fender would be tough. You would need something large enough to submerge it > in. It does work but the aftermath can be a little messy. > > JD > - Original Message - > From: "Tom Tomlinson" &

[Chevelle-list] Rust Removal

2004-07-28 Thread Tom Tomlinson
heard of this, but it appears to be pretty effective, cheap, clean, and easy to do. Has anyone every tried this? Tom Tomlinson

Re: [Chevelle-list] cell phone causes fire at gas pump

2004-05-17 Thread Tom Tomlinson
The RF won't cause a fire, but the buttons on the phone could. Since the buttons are mechanical, they make and break an electrical connection. If there is enough energy to cause a spark across the connection, it could cause a fire. Tom Tomlinson - Original Message - From: &

RE: [Chevelle-list] More on Carburetors

2004-03-01 Thread Tom Tomlinson
I'd be interested to know how the "responsiveness" was with the different carbs. I've read that with larger carbs, you loose responsiveness in the low end, which you can't really measure on a dyno. Tom Tomlinson -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto

RE: [Chevelle-list] virus

2004-01-21 Thread Tom Tomlinson
The virus was sent to me at work yesterday morning, but the "from" address was my email at home. So I thought my home computer was infected, but it turns out the "from" address was spoofed. But someone close to me must be infected since they have both my email addresses. Tom

RE: [Chevelle-list] boxed lower control

2003-10-13 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Chuck Hansen had a detailed article in the ACES publication about a year ago on the procedure he did on his '71 Malibu. I bought the box kit, sway bar and bushings and plan on doing it this winter to my '71.   I don't remember the exact issue of the mag, but I'll see if

RE: OD manual trans in a '66 Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 Elcamino

2003-10-12 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Thanks for the info Herb. I seem to remember your install wasn't too bad, and I'm still deciding between the 5 and 6 speed. It will be a while before I make a decision since there's plenty of other work on the car, and I haven't even picked it up yet. Tom Tomlinson -

RE: [Chevelle-list] 66 Elcamino

2003-10-08 Thread Tom Tomlinson
be the TKO. My opinion is the T56's work better with at > > least a 3.73 or higher numerically rear cog,because of the very tall > > 6th gear. > > Yes,you can keep your bench seat. I have a bench in my 69 and the > > T56 shifter clears it fine. > > Clint Hooper >

RE: [Chevelle-list] 66 Elcamino

2003-10-07 Thread Tom Tomlinson
int HooperH&H Custom,ownerLT5 Registry Directorhttp://www.LT5Registry.net/ACES #1650http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Tom Tomlinson   Thanks everyone for the feedback.   I ended up talking him do

RE: [Chevelle-list] 66 Elcamino

2003-10-07 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Can anyone tell me how much modification on the tunnel is needed for the 66 Elky? Is there anyway to keep the bench seat (not that I mind going to buckets).   Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu '66 Elky in pieces, hoping I can get it back together -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PR

[Chevelle-list] 66 Elcamino

2003-10-02 Thread Tom Tomlinson
s this sound like a good deal? Are there any specific things to look for on a 66 elky that might be missing or hard to get?   Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu

RE: [Chevelle-list] car insurance

2003-09-26 Thread Tom Tomlinson
rance Gee, I just switched from State Farm to Hagerty. They didn't give me a hassle about driving occasionally to work; their big issue was making sure there is a daily driver for every licensed driver in the family, which is a challenge for m

RE: [Chevelle-list] car insurance

2003-09-26 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ch is a challenge for me with 2 kids driving now. I'm paying $125/yr ($8k value), versus $240/yr.   Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of

RE: [Chevelle-list] car insurance

2003-09-25 Thread Tom Tomlinson
asionally to work; their big issue was making sure there is a daily driver for every licensed driver in the family, which is a challenge for me with 2 kids driving now. I'm paying $125/yr ($8k value), versus $240/yr.   Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu

RE: [Chevelle-list] car insurance

2003-09-16 Thread Tom Tomlinson
25/yr ($8k value), versus $240/yr.   Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Mark WeberSent: Sunday, September 14, 2003 9:22 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: RE: [Chevelle-list

RE: [Chevelle-list] Obtaining a title

2003-09-04 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Now that I've looked into it, you can register a car in NY without a title, but you need "proof of ownership". This could be a string of bills-of-sale, or a transferable registration, or a registration accepted by another state. NY doesn't issue a title for a car prior to '72 anyway.   Sinc

[Chevelle-list] Obtaining a title

2003-09-03 Thread Tom Tomlinson
ussions on this list saying to stay away from such cars, unless they are used for parts cars. What are the pitfalls with this "Georgia" approach? I would be registering it eventually in NY. Tom Tomlinson '71 Malibu ___ Chevelle-list

RE: [Chevelle-list] awful quiet in here

2003-08-22 Thread Tom Tomlinson
both sides?   SARGE 69SS/Clone-----Original Message-From: Tom Tomlinson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 22, 2003 2:19 PMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: RE: [Chevelle-list] awful quiet in here Ok - here is a recent Chevelle problem.  

RE: [Chevelle-list] awful quiet in here

2003-08-22 Thread Tom Tomlinson
rvation problem. The carb has side-hung bowls. Is this a known problem with Edelbrock carbs, or is there something else going on?   Tom Tomlinson   -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of James SpradlingSent: Friday, August 22,

RE: [Chevelle-list] Blown Head Gasket PART 2

2003-08-14 Thread Tom Tomlinson
Title: Message I've heard that water in the oil can fry the main bearing pretty fast. Is this a concern? Is there anything Rodney should do before firing up the engine?   Tom Tomlinson also a '71 Malibu 350 -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

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