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Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 02-19-2024, 10:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,090
Posted By Greg Reid
Body colored inserts just scream repaint.

Body colored inserts just scream repaint.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-24-2024, 11:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,694
Posted By Formulas
When these engines were initially built and...

When these engines were initially built and released to the public we had higher octane and lead along with i believe dirtier fuel than now, so the engineers specified a plug with a heat range that...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-24-2024, 04:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,694
Posted By S.F.
Hello! I use a AC45 on my 9.2 comp 455" with...

Hello!

I use a AC45 on my 9.2 comp 455" with Swedish 95 oktan.

On my 9.7 comp 455" and Swedish 98 oktan I use AC43.

Both pluggs acted similar to the engine.

Thank You fron S.F. in Sweden.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-20-2024, 03:16 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 9,119
Posted By b-man
I can remember reading about one of the cars that...

I can remember reading about one of the cars that was featured in High Performance Pontiac about a second-gen ‘77 or ‘78 T/A running a 455 in their 1/4 mile Shootout series

I distinctly remember...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-19-2024, 01:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 390
Posted By 77 TRASHCAN
User name Sun Tuned.

User name Sun Tuned.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-31-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 16,255
Posted By Formulajones
There ya go Mike, an engine dedicated thread. Now...

There ya go Mike, an engine dedicated thread. Now everything found wrong can be corrected and documented in one place.
Take the engine to a highly recommended shop for a tear down and inspection...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-27-2023, 10:13 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 5,549
Posted By 78w72
Why are you running a thick 20/50 oil in a street...

Why are you running a thick 20/50 oil in a street engine? Was this engine built with loose race type tolerances? If not theres really no benefit to using that thick of oil in a street engine in the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-25-2023, 06:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,241
Posted By steve25
As sitting in the car yes, also the Pontiac...

As sitting in the car yes, also the Pontiac distributor rotates counterclockwise when viewed from above .
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-21-2023, 09:22 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,579
Posted By Tim Corcoran
Engine flush is like chemo therapy. It might do...

Engine flush is like chemo therapy. It might do some good but the side effects will kill you. Break that crude loose and clog up the oil pickup or spin a bearing etc... If I hade an engine that was...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-24-2023, 11:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 970
Posted By 64speed
I would not go without an oil pressure gauge

I would not go without an oil pressure gauge
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-12-2023, 01:52 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By 78w72
The only issue I had was with the statement that...

The only issue I had was with the statement that said " all colors are the same stuff these days", they definitely are not the same supported by the list of 4 or 5 different types. All I was saying...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-12-2023, 12:04 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By Ram Air IV Jack
I used to think that too until I read my...

I used to think that too until I read my 69-service manual which says to raise the rearend up about 12 inches and you will drain most of the block. I've tried this and it worked great with no mess!
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-12-2023, 11:46 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By Schurkey
As long as the "drain" includes pulling the block...

As long as the "drain" includes pulling the block drain plugs, otherwise you'll have a gallon of water trapped in the block.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 07:24 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By HWYSTR455
Freezing may not be a concern, but coolant...

Freezing may not be a concern, but coolant becomes acidic, and eats stuff. Water pumps, Intake gaskets, divider plates, divider plate sleeves & gaskets, even head gaskets can become compromised.

...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 06:32 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By HWYSTR455
I think a drain, fill w water, drain and fill...

I think a drain, fill w water, drain and fill would be fine if you're not sure.

If you're on a fresh build, that's your line in the sand and just go newer stuff.


EDIT: Pretty sure the 'flush'...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 05:48 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By Formulajones
Mike, I've had my classic vehicles for decades...

Mike, I've had my classic vehicles for decades and have been through all of them so they've all had the standard green stuff. So for me it's just been a simple drain and refill.

In a case like...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 04:23 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By 78w72
Was just saying its best to not just willy nilly...

Was just saying its best to not just willy nilly mix all colors nor are all colors the same as was mentioned. Im sure you can mix them but its not recommended, its not going to cause an explosion or...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-09-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By 78w72
The traditional green type being discussed here...

The traditional green type being discussed here has been the same for over 20 years and is still for sale is what I meant. When you said "they dont even sell the green stuff around me anymore",...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-09-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By 78w72
Lots of brands still make traditional green...

Lots of brands still make traditional green stuff, sold at common auto parts stores nationwide.
...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-09-2023, 10:26 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By HWYSTR455
They don't even sell the green stuff around me...

They don't even sell the green stuff around me anymore, maybe it's an EPA thing, not sure.

The orange stuff used to be 'formulated' for aluminum engine parts, but think they started making all the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-09-2023, 09:38 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By 78w72
The green stuff is not obsolete for classic cars,...

The green stuff is not obsolete for classic cars, i bought about 15 gallons of the concentrate for my cars a few years ago, most brands say good for 5 years/50k miles. the Newer 10yr stuff is...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-09-2023, 08:55 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By Formulajones
Nope lol I just buy the green full strength...

Nope lol

I just buy the green full strength and mix it myself. Cheaper than buying the pre mixed stuff for sure. By the time I mix a gallon myself I end up with 2 gallons 50/50

I've...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-09-2023, 01:37 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By MatthewKlein
I buy 50/50 global coolant by the 55gal drum....

I buy 50/50 global coolant by the 55gal drum. Costs me 1.40qt
There has to be an auto mechanic shop near you that would sell you coolant by the gallon for a reasonable price.

I'm sure everyone...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-08-2023, 04:20 AM
Replies: 816
Views: 65,767
Posted By Kenth
You'll never know what was going through the mind...

You'll never know what was going through the mind of the moron who put your engine together before, but with everything you've found out in this thread, it shouldn't be impossible for you to fix...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-07-2023, 06:42 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By Schurkey
Forgot to address this in my previous post. ...

Forgot to address this in my previous post.

DO NOT buy "50/50" "Premixed" anti-freeze. It's a scam.

It doesn't cost much less than the full-strength, concentrated stuff, and a gallon of...
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