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Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 03-03-2011, 01:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 152
Posted By Josh69
I had the same issue, lost a clip. Nobody I can...

I had the same issue, lost a clip. Nobody I can find sells the clip, but the good news is that the replacement arms for $14/each or so come with the correct clips. I bought a new arm, used the clip...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 10-22-2010, 04:59 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,060
Posted By Josh69
FWIW, I'm the guy that saw it, and I simply...

FWIW, I'm the guy that saw it, and I simply recounted what I had seen to John, as we were discussing T/A parts one day. I saw a rusty green '69 vert convertible, without a trim tag. At the time,...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 10-12-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,447
Posted By Josh69
Similar story, not to hijack, but UPS destroyed a...

Similar story, not to hijack, but UPS destroyed a vintage aluminum hood scoop, I think it also fell off a conveyor because it was shattered as if it was dropped on it's top. They wouldn't do...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 10-08-2010, 02:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,447
Posted By Josh69
My '69 has one, not sure if they are more common...

My '69 has one, not sure if they are more common with '69's or not, it weighs a TON. Not sure what I'd use it for. Nice conversation piece though.
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 10-05-2010, 05:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 479
Posted By Josh69
No problem. Also, bear in mind that if you do...

No problem. Also, bear in mind that if you do power steering (using the late model Iroc box), you will need a power steering pitman arm. Above I mentioned the manual arm, but that was only for a...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 10-05-2010, 04:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 479
Posted By Josh69
The steering box is the same dimensions for early...

The steering box is the same dimensions for early and late model Camaro/Firebird so nothing will change there. I have that one in my car also, works awesome, but you'll need an adapter from Lee to...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-27-2010, 12:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 137
Posted By Josh69
I did some more poking around and apparently the...

I did some more poking around and apparently the GTO's used the linkage I posted with two springs. I'm going to remove my bellcrank and drill a couple of holes to adapt that system. It'll work...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-24-2010, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 297
Posted By Josh69
I've never seen a T/A with a vinyl roof, but...

I've never seen a T/A with a vinyl roof, but that's not to say it wouldn't be ghetto fabulous with a landau top!
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-24-2010, 04:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 407
Posted By Josh69
If anything, that will improve the flow out of...

If anything, that will improve the flow out of the engine bay, rather than having a stagnant air pocket underhood. The problem we are facing is that the air in the engine bay is being sucked back...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-24-2010, 04:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 137
Posted By Josh69
If it's a Camaro type chin spoiler, the two outer...

If it's a Camaro type chin spoiler, the two outer rods go to the frame rails and used existing holes. The center rod goes to the short support directly in the center of the car that runs front to...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-23-2010, 03:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 479
Posted By Josh69
You should still be able to use the Camaro parts...

You should still be able to use the Camaro parts if you can find a '67-8 Firebird curved manual pitman arm. The only difference between '67-69 Camaro's, and '67-68 Firebirds steering is the pitman...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-23-2010, 03:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 137
Posted By Josh69
Has anyone considered this idea? In the...

Has anyone considered this idea? In the illustration below, the system uses two springs. One between the clutch fork and Z bar solely to keep the rod seated in the cup. A 2nd spring is run from...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-23-2010, 02:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 137
Posted By Josh69
Headers and clutch return spring?

How do I make them play nice on my '69?

My clutch return spring is partially wrapped around and rubbing on my Hedman 1-3/4" header tube between the clutch fork and factory frame bracket. This...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-13-2010, 12:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 479
Posted By Josh69
If it's not a resto, you can replace it with...

If it's not a resto, you can replace it with Camaro parts. You'll need a Camaro center link, idler arm and tie rods, and most importantly a '67-8 Firebird pitman arm since it's curved to clear the...
Forum: 61-77 GTO, Tempest & LeMans Parts For SALE 08-30-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 204
Posted By Josh69
#670 Heads, Ready to Run!

These were rebuilt two years ago and ran on my car until I got my KRE's. Rebuilt with viton seals, bronze guides, Crower 68405 springs and 7/16" BBC studs. They have original style valves,...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 08-27-2010, 10:49 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 15,903
Posted By Josh69
That ski is impressive! Nice work!! Any...

That ski is impressive! Nice work!!

Any idea how much weight you saved? Oops, I see that it was around 100lbs. Cool!
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-12-2010, 11:30 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,959
Posted By Josh69
Got a call back from Gordy, my engine guy. Said...

Got a call back from Gordy, my engine guy. Said he put in heavier springs to slow it down. He said I have 1 degree coming in at 1600, and the rest is all in around 3000, 10* total (20* at the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-11-2010, 02:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,959
Posted By Josh69
I'm going through this scenario right now. I'm...

I'm going through this scenario right now. I'm having audible pinging at 34* with KRE heads. I went down to 32* and it mostly went away, then came back with the A/C on. I went down to 30* and no...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 06-18-2010, 03:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 209
Posted By Josh69
Factory Fan shroud diameter for '69 bird?

What size is the hole for the fan in a '69 Firebird shroud?

I have an 18" Flex-a-lite fan, but currently no shroud. Now that I've switched from E85 to gas, and added A/C it's running hotter than...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-16-2010, 02:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 684
Posted By Josh69
Survey Says: Lean misfire. Took it to a...

Survey Says: Lean misfire.

Took it to a very reputable mechanic/hot rodder friend of mine whose father is a 12 time NHRA champion, and he said that it sounded like a lean misfire.

This would...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-16-2010, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 684
Posted By Josh69
I will add that I have a KRE oil filter housing...

I will add that I have a KRE oil filter housing that doesn't have a check valve. My filters do have check valves. First I thought it could be something like that, but if you kill the motor and...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-16-2010, 10:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 684
Posted By Josh69
I did back it down to 5* during my trials, no...

I did back it down to 5* during my trials, no change. Strangest thing. My Silverado has piston slap on start up, but it lasts a few minutes until it's warm. I have 130K on it and warm it up every...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-16-2010, 10:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 684
Posted By Josh69
The car is a manual, checked the inspection...

The car is a manual, checked the inspection cover, still tight. I just dropped the motor in this past weekend, so everything is tight.

I tore apart both oil filters (the first from break in,...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-15-2010, 01:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 684
Posted By Josh69
Yes, factory windage tray. Different builder...

Yes, factory windage tray. Different builder with a better reputation for pontiacs but first guy was a good machinist. My motor is loose he said and it was a complete rebuild 2k ago. My block was...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-15-2010, 12:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 684
Posted By Josh69
The original builder from a couple of years back...

The original builder from a couple of years back did all the bearings and shortblock. The latest builder is pretty reputable for Pontiacs so I want to eliminate something simple before naming...
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