RE: [Chevelle-list] Chuck Hanson(Horsepower TV)

2004-09-14 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 05:16 PM 9/14/2004, you wrote: Yes but I don't think he wants it out for obvious reasons. I'd call the ACES hotline at 615-773-2237 anytime between 7-11 pm CST and talk to him if he's in town. Dale > > Does anyone know what Chuck Hanson's email address is? Since > Spike took over TNN they do no

Re: [Chevelle-list] Front Wiring Harness - 69 chevelle

2004-09-08 Thread Bill Lessenberry
From what I can tell of my '69, the junction block that is mounted on/near/by the radiator mount on the passenger side of the car (near the battery) Is where power runs from the battery (via that larger red wire in your harness) to the main fuse block for the rest of the car. I believe this is al

Re: [Chevelle-list] Tachometer wiring / tag on question

2004-09-03 Thread Bill Lessenberry
I still have the factory wiring harness with a brown (unattached) going to the distributor area. Would this be an indication that my car originally had a factory tach or did GM use generic wiring harnesses that fit more options then perhaps a given car came with. Krister Meister '66 SS #'s I don'

Re: [Chevelle-list] Tachometer wiring

2004-09-03 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 09:24 PM 9/2/2004, you wrote: Hi, Can anyone me with the missing ones? Brown -Coil - Black/Red - Don't know BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] looking

2004-08-31 Thread Bill Bradley
Ain't it a shame?Rob Taft <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thats funny its probably getting easier to get a wife in thatcondition than a car.- rob

Re: [Chevelle-list] foto

2004-08-31 Thread Bill Bradley
better scan your hard drive, your computer has herpes!Chooper <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: foto> ATTACHMENT part 2 application/octet-stream name=foto.zip

RE: [Chevelle-list] Custom wwindshield wiper motot assembly

2004-08-30 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 06:45 PM 8/30/2004, you wrote: I thought of them too but checked their site and only found 64-65 and 66-67 units. Maybe I didn't look deep enough or maybe they've expanded their production. I think (?) Herb Lumpp bought one of them and loves it. I know somebody did and likes it. Dale McIntos

Re: [Chevelle-list] Bill Bradley

2004-08-27 Thread Bill Bradley
Rick did you get my reply? you can email me off list at [EMAIL PROTECTED]rick schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Bill do you know where in Edmund that Route 66 crosses I-35? I'll be up that way next month and want to take a journey of discovery. I recently noticed on my build sheet

Re: [Chevelle-list] Bill Bradley

2004-08-26 Thread Bill Bradley
hey Rick sure i know it, a trip out to El Reno sounds fun and its reasonably close. let me know when you are headed out, maybe we can go for a cruise, just give me a call on my cell 405-474-9567 Billrick schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Bill do you know where in Edmund that Route 66 cro

Re: [Chevelle-list] Buy American

2004-08-25 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 10:33 PM 8/24/2004, you wrote: Checked out the 68 Chevelle, very nicely done.  You should be proud of this fine automobile. Thank you for the kind words. BL www.chevelles.com/showroom/Ark68SS

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Model Airplane Video (B-52)

2004-08-25 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 08:50 AM 8/25/2004, you wrote: I knowI knowI just deleted the link and need to have SOMEBODY send it to me OFF listI have a Dad that used to work on "Buffs" who would get a kick out of it...I have the dreaded dial-up and simply did'nt think about sending it to him! Thanks In Advanc

Re: [Chevelle-list] Buy American

2004-08-24 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 05:23 PM 8/24/2004, you wrote: Bill, Thanks for the "heads-up" about the dealer horns. I'll look into rebuilding them. P.S. Tried to view your webpage - expired ? Nope, I just can't spell rite (oops) www.chevelles.com/showroom/Ark68SS

Re: [Chevelle-list] rim paint

2004-08-24 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 02:35 PM 8/24/2004, you wrote: I posted a question on Sunday that seems to have disappeared.  Anyone know the ID NUMBER for the correct rim paint for 71 Chevelle rims ? I don't want to buy the spray can, want to have it mixed and my husband will spray it himself. Thanks  You also might try thi

Re: [Chevelle-list] Gas / Octane

2004-08-24 Thread Bill Lessenberry
I am just wondering what gas and or additives some of you are using in basically stock big blocks. In the past I used to use 89 octane, with only occasional engine run on when shutting it off. Never ping'd on acceleration - timing at 14' BTDC. Last year I permanently switched to 93 octane and

Re: [Chevelle-list] rim paint

2004-08-24 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 02:35 PM 8/24/2004, you wrote:    I posted a question on Sunday that seems to have disappeared.  Anyone know the ID NUMBER for the correct rim paint for 71 Chevelle rims ? I don't want to buy the spray can, want to have it mixed and my husband will s

Re: [Chevelle-list] Buy American

2004-08-24 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 08:37 AM 8/24/2004, you wrote: Bill, Were those horns that you got from the dealer for your '68 ? If so, how close in appearance do they look to the originals ? Do you have the part numbers ? The part #s are 1892162 and 1892164. They aren't very close in appearance and you

RE: [Chevelle-list] Buy American

2004-08-23 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 09:23 PM 8/23/2004, you wrote: Quite a bit of your *American* car and aftermarket replacement items are made outside the U.S. borders. Dale McIntosh I know that's true of today's cars, but I thought in 1968 almost 100% of the American cars' content was made in the US. BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] Buy American

2004-08-23 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 09:00 PM 8/23/2004, you wrote: I chink your right. Veddy funny!! LMAO

[Chevelle-list] Buy American

2004-08-23 Thread Bill Lessenberry
I needed some new rear spring insulators, so I looked up the part# and called my local Chevy dealer to see if they were still available. Sure 'nuff, they were so I had them ordered & picked them up today. They're in a plastic bag with a GM sticker & part #136-6500 shipped from GM Service Par

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Model Airplane Video (B-52)

2004-08-23 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 05:23 PM 8/23/2004, you wrote: Just thought some of ya’ll might like this, figured I’d share.  It’s a large file, but it is pretty darn cool.  Flight of a replica B-52 remote control airplane.   http://www.mcgirt.net/RC/VIDEOS/Giant_B52/B52_flight2.wmv   Amazing!!!  Does the plane have little

[Chevelle-list] steering column conversion

2004-08-23 Thread Bill Bradley
Does anyone have experience converting an automatic shift column to a floor shift? any tricks? what parts will i need, etc.? any help would be greatly appreciated. thanks Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond Oklahoma

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vandalized!!!

2004-08-22 Thread Bill Bradley
real sorry to hear that, hope they catch the bastards!"[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  My Chevelle was vandalized last night.  I didn't care that they stole all the loose stuff and I am grateful the stereo and speakers were still in place, they could have done some real damage ge

Re: [Chevelle-list] dash info

2004-08-21 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 03:05 PM 8/20/2004, you wrote: i had the dash in 79 el camino done at just dashes a few years ago. cost around 700 bucks plus shipping but again that was for a 79 dash. not sure what the size differance of the 68 but give them a call they should be able to elp you out. www.justdashes.com J.R.

Re: [Chevelle-list] SS dash help

2004-08-19 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Are all the repro SS dashes like this or are there better ones out there. Everything I've heard about repro dashes are that they are a POS Are there services that could repair my current dash so I can keep it original? www.cvvacuumplaters.com When I take my dash out again this is where it's g

Re: [Chevelle-list] NEED HELP WITH TILT COLUMN!

2004-08-19 Thread Bill Lessenberry
You will also find that the ignition switch (electrical mounted on the column) is different than on a standard column. It's a '68--the ignition switch is in the dash, not on the column. BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] malibu

2004-08-18 Thread Bill Bradley
in 66 there were SS's and malibus, either or, not both Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond OklahomaRay & Stephanie <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Are all 66 chevelle super sports Malibu's? can you have a 66 chevelle ss and have it not be a Malibu?

Re: [Chevelle-list] 6 cylinder Chevies

2004-08-17 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 01:41 PM 8/17/2004, you wrote: A friend of mine writes: > Could you ask if there is such a thing as a mailing list for owners of > '60s Chevies with 6-cylinder engines? Beats me. Anybody know of one? DK www.stovebolt.com It's a truck site but has a lot of info on the 6 bangers BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] Peeve

2004-08-17 Thread Bill Bradley
i say confiscate the car and make him drive a rusted out f*rd pinto Bill Bradley 67 Malibu (not done, but has lots of my blood and sweat in it) Edmond Oklahoma"D.R. Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: While I got the computer fired up need some help to see if I am wrong about s

Re: [Chevelle-list] Peeve

2004-08-16 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 08:16 PM 8/16/2004, you wrote: So should I just ignore this peeve or still get snarly at those folks? Let it go. Find something better to worry about, like world peace. :-))) BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] drive shaft

2004-08-13 Thread Bill Bruyn
You should really measure it, IMO...  it isn't difficult and you'll want to make sure you've got it right.   http://www.dennysdriveshaft.com/html/how_to_measure.html     HTH,   Bill - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Chevelle-list] '68 wiper motor...?

2004-08-11 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 10:27 AM 8/11/2004, you wrote: Posted this over at Team Chevelle: Answered there too. Saw it there first. BL

[Chevelle-list] Wrong URL

2004-08-10 Thread Bill Lessenberry
It's www.true-connections.com Sorry about that BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] cigarette lighter

2004-08-09 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 07:39 PM 8/9/2004, you wrote: Does anyone know where I can get a cigarette lighter for my 1968 SS chevelle. I think GM only made that model in 1968. I can't find that style in any of the catalogs. Thanks Dennis Check with these guy

Re: [Chevelle-list] Re: Yahoo!

2004-08-02 Thread Bill Bradley
better scan your computers, its got a virus<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Attached file is protected with the password for security reasons. Password is > ATTACHMENT part 2 image/jpeg name=yftiqyrckn.jpeg> ATTACHMENT part 3 application/octet-stream name=Document.zip

Re: [Chevelle-list] Big Block Serpentine

2004-08-01 Thread Bill Lessenberry
20% DISCOUNT: U how does one go about getting a 20% discount at a GM dealership? Own a auto repair or body shop & open an account with them. BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] Re:

2004-07-27 Thread Bill Bradley
Got Spam?Jstewart <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >AnimalsPassword: > ATTACHMENT part 2 image/bmp name=jpmuqfvhpv.bmp> ATTACHMENT part 3 application/octet-stream name=Cool_MP3.zip

Re: [Chevelle-list] dome light bulb part#?

2004-07-25 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 11:24 AM 7/25/2004, you wrote: What is the part # for a dome light bulb for a '69? And can I get this at your typical autoparts store? (i.e. Autozone, Parts America, etc). Thanks, Mike It's either a 89,211,or 212 They should have the bulbs in stock, look at the old bulb or the connector for t

Re: [Chevelle-list] quick Q posting pics

2004-07-23 Thread Bill Bradley
i dont think the list allows attachments, but you can join and post them at : http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/chevellerestoration/   Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond Oklahoma BIG_DOGG <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: can you post pics on the list ?   I tried and it did not even go threw (the m

Re: [Chevelle-list] 350 turbo Question

2004-07-23 Thread Bill Lessenberry
 When I was removing the bolts from the transmission I noticed a place to hook up a wire by the tranny lines. Did the 350 turbo come with a lock up torque or something? Nope, no lock up converter, but it did have a solenoid for the kick down operation.  It's activated by a switch on the acceler

Re: [Chevelle-list] my latest project

2004-07-23 Thread Bill Bradley
evelle/frame/MVC-004F.JPGhttp://jdhalls.com/chevelle/frame/MVC-005F.JPG - Original Message - From: Bill Bradley To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, July 23, 2004 9:32 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] my latest project hi gangyesterday i dropped my differential and removed my 37 ye

[Chevelle-list] my latest project

2004-07-23 Thread Bill Bradley
hi gangyesterday i dropped my differential and removed my 37 year old rear springs and insulators and replaced them both with new insulators (ebay for $9.99 + shipping) and used springs (also from ebay for less than 20 dollars) the ride is 100% better, i still cant believe how smooth it rides.the

[Chevelle-list] 67 SS396 Rear Window Channel Metal repair

2004-07-21 Thread Bill Flanagan
I am rebuilding the metal channel for the rear glass in my 67 SS396. As rust would have it, all of the metal is missing in the lower right and left corners. Does anyone have a site to point me for a detailed view of how the metal is correctly formed? Or, if you have good detailed photos, I would

Re: [Chevelle-list] Shoulder belt & Lap belt -Seat belts

2004-07-20 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 11:40 AM 7/20/2004, you wrote: Has anyone seen or heard of a seatbelt kits that incorporate the shoulder belt into a retractor that can be bolted or welded to the car?  I need to upgrade my stock 66 belts and wanted to look at these first.      Johnny Butler 66  Try this--  http://www.andoa

RE: [Chevelle-list] front discs again

2004-07-15 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Who knows how many Chevelles (and others) have rotted away because the well meaning owners meant to do something with it because it was in the family from new but it just never happened. I know of two in my area now, a '68 and a '69. They've been sitting for 10 years or more, and will probably

Re: [Chevelle-list] OK youse guys, it's coitains!

2004-07-15 Thread Bill Lessenberry
The only thing I havent figured out is this: the plumber's tape is easy to file into the shape I want and to take off all the rough edges, but I'd like to make the hook part especially smooth. I'm looking for a glue, or silicone, or lacquer or something that I can dip the hook in, which will be ki

Re: [Chevelle-list] Acceleration

2004-07-14 Thread Bill Bradley
sounds to me like your tranny is slipping Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond OklahomaDennis Kiernan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: What does it mean if, when I want to speed up in traffic to changelanes or pass, I push the gas pedal hard but the engine just raceswith no increase in road speed? The on

Re: [Chevelle-list] Carb Opinion

2004-07-12 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 08:26 PM 7/12/2004, you wrote: Ok, I have a question... Asking this is probably asking who to vote for in the next election, but what size carb do you think I should run... The ad says to "top it off" with a 750. I guess that's what was on it when they dynoed the motor. I didn't think Holley m

RE: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives

2004-07-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 04:13 PM 7/6/2004, you wrote: Bill, I thought the first heads made to be used for unleaded were flame hardened, not made with a hardened seat insert ?? Am I wrong here?? You're right, from what I remember (and it ain't what it used to be) the mid 70's heads were the first t

RE: Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04

2004-07-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 03:55 PM 7/6/2004, you wrote: That's not the one I searched for, the one I miss is march 2004 and it seems that I have found it. Spring 2004 ??? is that a special issue or something ??? I only get the 12 months (sometimes less) I don't know--I quit subscribing to magazines a while back & I just

RE: Re: [Chevelle-list] super chevy march 04

2004-07-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 09:24 AM 7/4/2004, you wrote: Hi, Can someone please save me, I miss the march 2004 issue of super Chevy and they doesn’t answer when I ask them to resend it. Anyone out having it laying around and willing to sell it to me so I can regain my complete collection. Thanks ! Full Revs!!! :o) André I

Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives

2004-07-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 10:54 AM 7/6/2004, you wrote: I guy asked me what fuel I used in my '66 Chevelle (stock 396 with mild cam) while we were waiting for our step off time in the local July 4th Parade. I told him regular 89 octane right now, but have used 91 and 93 octane and noticed now real difference in how th

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped

2004-07-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
So when did they start putting on fusible links? I'm not sure, but I know that '66's had them. It's a cost-cutting deal, the fuse links were cheaper than a fuse & fuse holder, were easier to assemble (since they're made to the harness), and less prone to damage in assembly. BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] Help- It goed, then stopped

2004-07-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Here's the problem. A "pop" then all, I mean all, electrical went away. Full power at the battery but none anywhere else. Actually a little, enough to barely power the inside lights for just a second and then dead. Walked out this morning and the batter registered 12.4 but it fired right up.

Re: [Chevelle-list] More wiring questions...

2004-07-05 Thread Bill Bradley
go to your group settings for email, yours is selected not to see your own posts Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond Oklahomarick schaefer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanx for the warm welcome. I've missed you guys. I thought I'd had a rough year in 2003, but compared to what Clints b

Re: [Chevelle-list] Timing?

2004-06-30 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Now for the questions: does 10 degrees BTDC seem reasonable? Yep Any pros and cons for running here or perhaps 12 degrees BTDC. Nope-as long as it doesn't ping. Advance the timing 2 degrees at a time & test drive it until it pings. Back it down 2~4 degrees and drive it, you won't have a proble

RE: [Chevelle-list] Timing?

2004-06-30 Thread Bill Vander Werf
The outer ring on your harmonic balancer is more than likely not in the position it used to be in. The rubber gets old and the outer ring moves. After that your timing marks are no longer accurate. I have found that used balancers usually aren't any better than the one you are replacing.

[Chevelle-list] Slide Show SpaceShipOne, Burt Rutan's entry for the X-Prize

2004-06-29 Thread Bill Lessenberry
I know this isn't really Chevelle related, but it's pretty neat. (Cut  and paste if it doesn't take you there) http://www.rokits.org/gallery/slideshow.php?set_albumName=x-prize

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vette group posting

2004-06-28 Thread Bill Bradley
DOPE!Kent Lewis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Ok, I give.  What is it ?   Kent '68 Malibu Z502/502 ACES #5102   - Original Message ----- From: Bill Bradley To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, June 28, 2004 11:29 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Vette group posting

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vette group posting

2004-06-28 Thread Bill Bradley
ROTFLMMFAO!JDHall <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: One of the guys on my Vette NG posted this. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAA!!!__I have had my Corvette console and dash torn apart today (trying to undo allof the crap the previous owner had

Re: [Chevelle-list] more about fender wells

2004-06-28 Thread Bill Lessenberry
I have a factory advertising brochure for the 1968 Chevelle, and one of the things that is touted in the little book is that the new cars have steel inner fenders. This feature is specifically mentioned in the brochure for the '68 SS396 convertible ("Full Coil suspension, inner steel fenders, a

[Chevelle-list] steering question

2004-06-25 Thread Bill Bradley
I have an opportunity to get a  steering column for my 67 Chevelle Malibu to convert from column shift to floor shift. my question is this: will a 68 steering column work in a 67 without major modification? thanks in advance. Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond Oklahoma

Re: [Chevelle-list] IS this enuf COOLING for AZ

2004-06-22 Thread Bill Bruyn
Is that radiator aluminum?  Do you have a quality pump?  You could always try what you've got and see how it goes...    Meanwhile, a little light reading:  http://www.inccn.net/jscooling.htm     Enjoy,   Bill   - Original Message - From: BIG_DOGG To: chevelle list ;

Re: [Chevelle-list] e-mail

2004-06-21 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 07:15 PM 6/21/2004, you wrote: After the last guy took it so hard I did not have the heart too forward the instructions.Ahhh--I'm a glutton for punishment and a smart a** too, so I don't mind doing the job.  Maybe someone has the real stuff to send out--I didn't keep it 'cause I like it here t

Re: [Chevelle-list] e-mail

2004-06-21 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 06:33 PM 6/21/2004, you wrote: let the games begin! Alan Moore <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Remove me please!! Well OKden To unsubscribe from this service you must first purchase a Craft-O-Matic Adjustable Subscription Cancellation Unit. The unit can be obtained from most hardware stores

Re: [Chevelle-list] e-mail

2004-06-21 Thread Bill Bradley
let the games begin!Alan Moore <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Remove me please!!

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hard to start when warm!

2004-06-17 Thread Bill Bruyn
Details, please. What do you mean, "hard to start"? Is it trying to turn over? - Original Message - From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2004 3:14 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Hard to start when warm! > The

Re: [Chevelle-list] Air Conditioning that ain't puffin

2004-06-15 Thread Bill Lessenberry
In my 68 Chevelle - Air flow with the air conditioning. It don't blow...it sucks. It has good cold air but air flow is not like I am now use too with these modern systems. Just had a relay put in the line to the fan motor - that helped the fan speed at lot at lower engine speed - changed out

Re: [Chevelle-list] Muffler layout?

2004-06-13 Thread Bill Bradley
I could use a look at the pics Tim, i'm playing with mine, went from factory single exhaust to dual with flowmasters. thanks Bill Bradley 67 Malibu edmond Ok.[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Graham, I crawled under my car and took some pictures of the mufflers and how it exits and all that stuf

Re: [Chevelle-list] Headlights

2004-06-11 Thread Bill Lessenberry
are there better brighter bulbs for both low and high or maybe a pencil beam style for the highs. i'm 57 and the night vision that I use to have is shot. Check this out--http://home.neb.rr.com/postmodern/hd/index.htm

Re: [Chevelle-list] distributor from points to electronic

2004-06-08 Thread Bill Bruyn
You might also try:  http://www.davessmallbodyheis.com/   This one has been passed around many times on this list, but I think it's a great resource for electrical theory and how-to - real nice guy too, if you need to buy parts, or just ask a question:    http://www.madelectrical.com/index.

Re: [Chevelle-list] distributer from points to electronic

2004-06-07 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 10:14 PM 6/6/2004, you wrote: I cant remember the name of the CO that sells this product, AND is there a site to change ALTs from gen to the other ? thanks randy g www.wiringharness.com

Re: [Chevelle-list] I drove a C5 yesterday

2004-05-27 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Bob Griffiths 68 SS 396 Chevelle 64 & 72 Corvette Ragtops 76 79 & 95 Corvette Coupes... Man, I wish I was your insurance agent, then I could afford the 'Vette & the Chevelle too!! BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] Pictures of 67 under-carriage?

2004-05-26 Thread Bill Bradley
no, but i'd love copys too thanks - Original Message - From: "GP Wooden" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 24, 2004 3:40 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Pictures of 67 under-carriage? > Hi Folks, > > As I am trying to fit my new exhaust kit underneath my SS, there

[Chevelle-list] I drove a C5 yesterday

2004-05-26 Thread Bill Lessenberry
One of the guys from our car club came by yesterday and let me drive his 02 Corvette--an automatic trans,active suspension car. That thing is amazing!! Tons of straight line power, and slot car handling with great ride quality. Bob wanted me to drive the car hard, so I entered a 90 degree tu

Re: [Chevelle-list] Brake bleeding

2004-05-24 Thread Bill Lessenberry
I am thinking of getting another quart of brake fluid and go through the whole bleed sequence again. Should the pedal be firm at the top, middle? The pedal should be firm at the top, say 1/2 to 3/4" pedal travel. One thing you should check is the brake shoe adjustment. If the shoes are not ad

Fw: [Chevelle-list] Shops in AZ

2004-05-24 Thread Bill Bruyn
Sorry if this gets posted twice... Waited all day and didn't see it. Never saw the last one I posted either... - Original Message - From: "Bill Bruyn" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thursday, May 20

Re: [Chevelle-list] CHEVELLABRATION 2004

2004-05-23 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 07:57 PM 5/23/2004, you wrote: Who all is going to Chevellabration? Where is everyone staying?    Larry (Z) Driving up Thursday morning, be at the Hampton Inn between 1 & 2 PM BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] mechanics

2004-05-21 Thread Bill Lessenberry
I do all of the mechanical & electrical, and the interior. The bodywork & paint was already done when I got the car, but I would have had someone else do that. I'm a professional automotive technician (fancy name for mechanic) anyway, so the Chevelle is a trip back in time for me. BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] Shops in AZ

2004-05-20 Thread Bill Bruyn
I was rear-ended on the freeway the other morning, and remembered this post. I forgot that there weren't a lot of responses though... My car is a work-in-progress, so it's not as bad as it would have been if I were 'finished' with it, but still... Ticks me off. Anyway, I just want it back to the

[Chevelle-list] one among many : mechanics

2004-05-20 Thread Bill Bradley
thanks guys, i'm glad i'm not the only one. its frustrating,but i really enjoy doing as much of the work myself as possible. the bad part is today i had my 2nd knee surgery so i'mgoing to be missing out for a while. Grease Monkeys Rule ! Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmon

[Chevelle-list] mechanics

2004-05-20 Thread Bill Bradley
I'm just curious, how many of you do your own work on your chevells? Am i the Lone Ranger here? Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond Oklahoma http://groups.msn.com/SpidrManspics/mycar.msnw http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/chevellerestoration/ to join: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Searching for high output AirConditioningblowersystem

2004-05-19 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 12:16 AM 5/19/2004, you wrote: Hey BL, How about boats and fishing.  Very relaxing  You know, I actually did that for a while, back 12 or 15 years ago.  Then I needed to buy new heads for the drag car, so I sold the boat & used the money for the heads.  I'm pretty sure it's one of those addic

RE: [Chevelle-list] Searching for high output AirConditioningblowersystem

2004-05-18 Thread Bill Lessenberry
> The thought of doing a Texas summer without a blow your hat > off air conditioning ain't a good thought.  When I was in my > 20's it was ok at 57, I pass.  Crawled in the trunk on > Sunday to start to put in a new amp .took a long time to > get in and longer to get out.  Invented some

Re: [Chevelle-list] Gasoline Boycott Day

2004-05-17 Thread Bill Bradley
somehow i think they can hold on to it longer than we can go without it   Bill Bradley67 MalibuEdmond Oklahomahttp://groups.msn.com/SpidrManspics/mycar.msnwhttp://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/chevellerestoration/to join: [EMAIL PROTECTED]     - Original Message - From: Dave

Re: [Chevelle-list] Gasoline Boycott Day

2004-05-17 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Received this today--whatdaya think?? One of my friend's husband sent this to me about two months ago.  I have a very huge opinion of this and I don't mind you sending my opinion to all of these people that are jumping on this hopeless bandwagon. Here's what I think:   I think it is something t

Re: [Chevelle-list] wiring

2004-05-17 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 08:14 AM 5/17/2004, you wrote: Does anyone konw where I can get a wiring diagram for a 65 and a 67 that show the wiring for the consoles? It might be in the assembly manual--even if it's not you really need one for all of the other info. John Nasta usually has them in stock. BL

Re: [Chevelle-list] restoration paints

2004-05-16 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 09:06 AM 5/16/2004, you wrote: hey guys: i was looking for some info and came across this cool site for painting of  different GM parts. maybe some of you already have seen it but here it is     Larry (Z) OLDSmobility.com - The 1967 Oldsmobil

Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T: Some new from Iraq

2004-05-16 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Maybe China is building Tanks and ships? OMG!!!  They're going to invade Taiwan!!!

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

2004-05-15 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Any of you see the Mythbusters show where they tried to ignite gas fumes with a cell phone? It didn't work. More than likely, the fire was caused by static electricity. Be sure that you keep your hand on a metal part of the car when you insert & take out the nozzle. If you look at trucks th

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

2004-05-15 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Any of you see the Mythbusters show where they tried to ignite gas fumes with a cell phone? It didn't work. More than likely, the fire was caused by static electricity. Be sure that you keep your hand on a metal part of the car when you insert & take out the nozzle. If you look at trucks tha

Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T: Some new from Iraq

2004-05-14 Thread Bill Bradley
Semper Fi!!! Bill Bradley 67 Malibu Edmond Oklahoma http://groups.msn.com/SpidrManspics/mycar.msnw http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/chevellerestoration/ to join: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Diff Cover and Wheel Hub torque ?'s

2004-05-12 Thread Bill Lessenberry
What is the torque on the front wheel hub nut? It can't be much as it came off the spindle with little force. Take a pair of channel lock pliers and while spinning the hub, tighten the nut fairly snug to seat the bearings. Then back the nut off, tighten it finger tight & insert the cotter pin

RE: [Chevelle-list] It's Alive!!!

2004-05-11 Thread Bill Lessenberry
After 1.5 years I finally got to hear my 396 run tonight and it sounded so good I could have listened to that Big Block with open headers all night. After the 30 minute cam break-in I still wanted to hear more but I shut her down for tonight. There is nothing sweeter than hearing your baby come

Re: [Chevelle-list] Difference between 68-69 glovebox doors with & w/o AC?

2004-05-09 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 03:15 PM 5/9/2004, you wrote: Hi, Someone is looking for a 69 glovebox door from a car w/o AC. I have a 68 glovebox door that I can send him (which came out of a 68 SS parts car), but I don't know if the car had AC or not. Does anyone know what the visual difference in glovebox doors with & w

[Chevelle-list] Getting around Little Rock

2004-05-08 Thread Bill Lessenberry
Those of you travelling I-40 through Arkansas & Little Rock on your way to Nashville are in for a lot of road construction & possibly some delays. Here are some directions to avoid most of the mess around Little Rock. Take I-430 south exit off of I-40. Take the I-630 Exit (exit 6) and go ea

RE: [Chevelle-list] Weatherstrip clip

2004-05-08 Thread Bill Lessenberry
There is a "U" shaped clip that is riveted to the roof rail weatherstrip retainer (the chrome channel that's screwed to the door opening area from the windshield post back to the rear pillar) that supports the weatherstrip in the area where the front & rear window come together. I found one at a cl

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevell-abration '04

2004-05-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 03:12 PM 5/6/2004, you wrote: Who else is planning to attend the event next month? Clint Hooper We'll be leaving Little Rock early Thursday morning. I'm hoping to hook up with folks travelling up I-30 from Texas and down I-40 from Oklahoma and parts west. The interstates around Little Rock a

RE: [Chevelle-list] Weatherstrip clip

2004-05-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
At 02:53 PM 5/6/2004, you wrote: A picture is worth a thousand words. John, you have mail.

[Chevelle-list] Weatherstrip clip

2004-05-06 Thread Bill Lessenberry
There is a "U" shaped clip that is riveted to the roof rail weatherstrip retainer (the chrome channel that's screwed to the door opening area from the windshield post back to the rear pillar) that supports the weatherstrip in the area where the front & rear window come together. I should say t

Re: [Chevelle-list] Exhaust/Header Tape Question

2004-05-01 Thread Bill Bruyn
http://www.centuryperformance.com/heatwraps.asp - Original Message - From: "J. Brady" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, May 01, 2004 5:24 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Exhaust/Header Tape Question > Does anyone currently have their headers wrapped > w/that heat/

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