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Forum: Ames Customer Satisfaction Forum Today, 07:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,992
Posted By grivera
I love Ames and Lord knows I spend lots of money...

I love Ames and Lord knows I spend lots of money with you. I’m curious if there’s a way to base shipping on size of items for small expensive parts. It’s easy to spend over $100 with small items that...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-24-2024, 02:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 849
Posted By grivera
Great video. While not the point of the video, ...

Great video. While not the point of the video, he mentioned was a 20% hp loss from flywheel to tires. Paul Carter pointed out using a percentage is flawed logic as it would mean an 500 hp engine...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-03-2024, 08:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,083
Posted By grivera
That’s a beautiful ride, Napster! What idle RPM...

That’s a beautiful ride, Napster! What idle RPM and have you ran it at the track ?
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-31-2024, 06:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 472
Posted By grivera
Thanks, Roger! Dataway- from what I can see...

Thanks, Roger!

Dataway- from what I can see the top looks fine but I don’t have fenders off yet
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-29-2024, 07:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 289
Posted By grivera
Try Ultra Black and send it!

Try Ultra Black and send it!
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 03-25-2024, 02:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,015
Posted By grivera
We need an update

We need an update
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-16-2024, 05:21 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,460
Posted By grivera
I haven’t heard anything bad about the Comp Cams...

I haven’t heard anything bad about the Comp Cams Evolution roller lifters

https://www.compcams.com/evolution-retro-fit-hydraulic-roller-lifters-for-oldsmobile-and-pontiac-v8-set-of-16.html
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-14-2024, 09:11 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,970
Posted By grivera
The 10 year recommendation illustrates how...

The 10 year recommendation illustrates how subjective this is as there is no disclaimer that it only applies to Michelin tires
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-12-2024, 02:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By grivera
It depends on what you consider a fair price as...

It depends on what you consider a fair price as you didn’t say the actual price and what year block. When I see those 8 valve relief pistons I start to think it’s a cheap build and who knows the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-28-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,553
Posted By grivera
Has the torque wrench been calibrated?

Has the torque wrench been calibrated?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-25-2024, 08:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,502
Posted By grivera
I have a 4L80e in my 69 - didn’t have to monkey...

I have a 4L80e in my 69 - didn’t have to monkey with the pinion angle but did have to shim the tail of the transmission up and it sits at 3 degrees sloping to rear. The drive shaft is on a downward...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-19-2024, 05:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 701
Posted By grivera
Do a search on here in the street section - lots...

Do a search on here in the street section - lots of good info as it’s a common topic.

Have you tried dry fitting the thick cork gasket already?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-18-2024, 04:43 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,802
Posted By grivera
This is the reason it has to be poorly...

This is the reason it has to be poorly manufactured parts and not if the zinc additive is already in the oil. Those instructions from 25 years ago are no different than using a non-detergent oil and...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-05-2024, 12:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 528
Posted By grivera
I had a GM20 behind my stockish 400 in my 69...

I had a GM20 behind my stockish 400 in my 69 bird- ran great with that converter!
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-04-2024, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 528
Posted By grivera
Cliff should be able to advise as he’s a vendor

Cliff should be able to advise as he’s a vendor
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-04-2024, 01:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 528
Posted By grivera
Hence why I recommended the Hughes GM25...

Hence why I recommended the Hughes GM25 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/hup-gm25bpohd
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-04-2024, 12:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 528
Posted By grivera
For that type of build and intended purpose a...

For that type of build and intended purpose a Hughes GM25 would do decent and not break the bank.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-03-2024, 06:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 901
Posted By grivera
I’ve had my 64 on the lift for extended periods...

I’ve had my 64 on the lift for extended periods without issues. If you’re concerned, put underhoist support stands front and back.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-01-2024, 10:56 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,093
Posted By grivera
Dave - did you figure out what the knocking noise...

Dave - did you figure out what the knocking noise is?
Forum: Members Helping Members 02-01-2024, 01:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 598
Posted By grivera
Thanks Jim

Thanks Jim
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-31-2024, 06:54 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,093
Posted By grivera
While I agree with keep it factory Dave’s car is...

While I agree with keep it factory Dave’s car is anything but as originally engineered- look at his build. It may be driven as a daily driver only but is built to the hilt. An HEI would be better in...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-29-2024, 09:11 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,170
Posted By grivera
In my case I wanted LBMs on my Firebird so the...

In my case I wanted LBMs on my Firebird so the dport E heads were an easy choice. The car previously had Hooker SCs and they hung lower than I liked.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-26-2024, 12:39 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,502
Posted By grivera
You would trust those over the Hylift Johnson’s...

You would trust those over the Hylift Johnson’s recommended here?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-26-2024, 09:57 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,417
Posted By grivera
OP- I have an RPM in my bird with a 1” drop base...

OP- I have an RPM in my bird with a 1” drop base and use a 14x3” element, clears hood but not by much. Definitely measure.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-25-2024, 10:11 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,417
Posted By grivera
I’m sure the Crower cam would do great but the...

I’m sure the Crower cam would do great but the risk of wiping a lobe during break in would be enough for me to correct the obvious issues in this build before throwing in the towel. As already...
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