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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-22-2024, 01:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,492
Posted By Gator67
The factory style clutch fan and shroud keeps the...

The factory style clutch fan and shroud keeps the 535 in my 70 Formula cool, even with A/C on in Phoenix. However, on my latest 2nd gen bird project I'm going to run an electric fan set-up to cool a...
Forum: Members Helping Members 09-19-2024, 04:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 235
Posted By Gator67
Jim has done 3 radios for me, and an 8 track. He...

Jim has done 3 radios for me, and an 8 track. He does great work.
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-05-2024, 10:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,231
Posted By Gator67
I set mine about 17' from the door of a 40' deep...

I set mine about 17' from the door of a 40' deep shop. It's not the most efficient use of space however I wanted enough room to be able to be able to center a roller on the lift without having to...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-05-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,726
Posted By Gator67
I bought these from Frank a few years ago to go...

I bought these from Frank a few years ago to go with the aluminum 535 in my 70 Formula. Obviously not intended to fool anyone, I just think they look more at home in the engine bay relative to as...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 09-02-2024, 08:52 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 15,597
Posted By Gator67
I knew Ridetech changed their 4-link set up, but...

I knew Ridetech changed their 4-link set up, but I didn't realize how extensive the changes were. Wow. Here's a photo of the previous version we installed on my son's '79 Y84 project...nothing...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-24-2024, 11:08 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,251
Posted By Gator67
Stuck in traffic with A/C on for 20 min and...

Stuck in traffic with A/C on for 20 min and creeping to 197 does not seem like a problem to me. That said, I was having a similar issue with my wife's 68 FB (temp would creep to 205+ with A/C on in...
Forum: Interior TECH 07-22-2024, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 583
Posted By Gator67
I've had good luck with Polyvance Padded Dash...

I've had good luck with Polyvance Padded Dash Filler (similar to a bondo), but a repair using that product will involve both sides of that small crack so you'd have to be careful to avoid smoothing...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 07-09-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 557
Posted By Gator67
x2 I hated the jacked-up stance on my...

x2

I hated the jacked-up stance on my freshly restored 70 TA. I replaced the leaf springs with a different set, but that didn't help much. I then drove around for several months with a few...
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-17-2024, 08:12 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 7,507
Posted By Gator67
Prayers sent. Wishing for a speedy recovery.

Prayers sent. Wishing for a speedy recovery.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 03-06-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,670
Posted By Gator67
Installed the headers. Overall, we're happy with...

Installed the headers. Overall, we're happy with the fit. Needed a little adjustment on the RH side for more clearance with the subframe, but no biggie. Plenty of room to install the GM LS3 starter...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-06-2024, 02:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,229
Posted By Gator67
I just installed Metro Supersoft door seals on my...

I just installed Metro Supersoft door seals on my son's 79. They fit well and the doors close without having to slam them. I left the Fairchild roof rail seals in place because they play nicely with...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-23-2024, 12:42 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 12,384
Posted By Gator67
Congrats, looks like a terrific car!

Congrats, looks like a terrific car!
Forum: EFI Tech 10-23-2023, 06:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,619
Posted By Gator67
They also released an $1100 kit for folks with...

They also released an $1100 kit for folks with the original Sniper who want to upgrade to Sniper 2....it's basically the throttle body, a new handheld, and an adaptor harness. The video makes it seem...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-22-2023, 07:58 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,939
Posted By Gator67
The Thumb…great BBQ there as well

The Thumb…great BBQ there as well
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 09-22-2023, 06:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,189
Posted By Gator67
If you’re interested in tackling a project like...

If you’re interested in tackling a project like this for the fun of it and the challenge/learning, and you don’t mind the time it will take before it’s on the road again, then give it a go. If you’re...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-08-2023, 05:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,010
Posted By Gator67
I've been told that the type 2 pump will work...

I've been told that the type 2 pump will work better with the rack and pinion set-up I have (Detroit Speed). Not sure about the benefit with traditional type 800 series boxes.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-29-2023, 05:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Gator67
The replacement pressure plate was much better,...

The replacement pressure plate was much better, but machinist said it was still off by 10 grams. He zero balanced everything, so should be good now.
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 08-22-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 504
Posted By Gator67
Here's where I installed the remote oil filter on...

Here's where I installed the remote oil filter on my '70. I wanted to install it on the subframe in the same general area to have better access for oil changes, but I run an aftermarket subframe and...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 08-20-2023, 10:40 AM
Replies: 512
Views: 114,686
Posted By Gator67
ahh, spoke too soon...I found a photo online of...

ahh, spoke too soon...I found a photo online of what looks to be an original valence.

http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=618501&stc=1&d=1692542284
Forum: EFI Tech 08-18-2023, 04:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,619
Posted By Gator67
I bought the least expensive version of the...

I bought the least expensive version of the previous generation Sniper for a 535 just to get the car running and sorted out, after which I planned to upgrade. But I haven't found it wanting in any...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-15-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Gator67
Manufacturer said vendor was absolutely...

Manufacturer said vendor was absolutely wrong...58 grams is way beyond what is acceptable and they're sending me a new pressure plate. They said they couldn't understand how it could be off that...
Forum: 69-71 Judges only TECH 08-13-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 15,356
Posted By Gator67
It looks like it's in pretty nice shape...Have...

It looks like it's in pretty nice shape...Have you considered leaving the exterior as is (just clean it up and fix and blend any issues you can't live with).
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-30-2023, 01:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,996
Posted By Gator67
Checking timing is a good idea. But 190 doesn't...

Checking timing is a good idea. But 190 doesn't seem too hot unless the temperature continues to creep up the longer you drive at 70-80mph.



I had a 160 degree thermostat in one of my cars. In...
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-24-2023, 08:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,720
Posted By Gator67
Don’t make the mistake of buying Rustoleum Rust...

Don’t make the mistake of buying Rustoleum Rust Dissolver rather than Evaporust….the containers looks real similar. You can leave metal items in Evaporust for a week and it will leave a nice black...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-07-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,986
Posted By Gator67
I couldn't get the driveline angles anywhere...

I couldn't get the driveline angles anywhere close to where they needed to be without cutting the floor for the T56. In part, this may have been due to the fact that my engine sits 1.5" further back...
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