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Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-12-2024, 07:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 551
Posted By JSchmitz
As long as the containers are air tight, it...

As long as the containers are air tight, it should be fine. I'd get a white, clean, container and pour some into it. Oil will trap moisture, at the bottom, over time. Make sure there isn't any sludge...
Forum: LS Talk 05-09-2024, 09:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 78
Posted By JSchmitz
Looks like they have all the options:...

Looks like they have all the options: https://www.psiconversion.com/products/ac-cooling/ac/961067.html
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-06-2024, 03:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 621
Posted By JSchmitz
Searched to verify my math and assumption. Found...

Searched to verify my math and assumption. Found the below quote is consistent. You shouldn't notice any difference unless your tune is already very lean.

"Ethyl alcohol contains only 2/3 as much...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-06-2024, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 485
Posted By JSchmitz
Snapped a couple of Poncho pics ...

Snapped a couple of Poncho pics

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=633322&stc=1&d=1715017950...
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-06-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 598
Posted By JSchmitz
It took our male Yellow Lab quite a while to lift...

It took our male Yellow Lab quite a while to lift his leg.
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-29-2024, 05:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,135
Posted By JSchmitz
That's one of the great things about being a...

That's one of the great things about being a self-appointed expert. Anyone can qualify. :)

The timing thing hits home for me. There used to be a guy running a dark green GTO convertible at...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-28-2024, 02:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 654
Posted By JSchmitz
Engine looks great! I've had two '65 Chevelles. I...

Engine looks great! I've had two '65 Chevelles. I loved them both! First was low mileage "little old lady" SS. Was 283 2bbl. But VERY nice! Still had original exhaust on it! One of the top cars I...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-18-2024, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 512
Posted By JSchmitz
I've never like Pennzoil. I used it when I first...

I've never like Pennzoil. I used it when I first started driving. Oil pressure would drop a lot when hot. Switched to Valvoline and was much better. That was 40 years ago though. lol Not sure about...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-25-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,460
Posted By JSchmitz
P.S. Many years ago, I found out that it's a bad...

P.S. Many years ago, I found out that it's a bad idea to spray wheel cleaner on your intake manifold. It can remove carb plating! This carb would still look like new if I hadn't done it. It's the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-25-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,460
Posted By JSchmitz
They are great carbs. I only switched to a Q-Jet...

They are great carbs. I only switched to a Q-Jet because I could control the secondary opening rate to improve 60' times. There are a few down sides. The mounting bolts are a PITA to access. The idle...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 02-27-2024, 08:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 883
Posted By JSchmitz
Overhead is no problem. Just don't overdo it with...

Overhead is no problem. Just don't overdo it with the amps. The big thing is wearing protective clothing (PPE) so you don't get burned. You could rig up some test pieces to practice first.
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-15-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,791
Posted By JSchmitz
Drag racing legend for sure. Happy Birthday!

Drag racing legend for sure. Happy Birthday!
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-04-2024, 12:52 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,620
Posted By JSchmitz
I think my frame is actually an early MXIII. But...

I think my frame is actually an early MXIII. But it's just for me so...

Here's the original bike. It's by my mom's '76 Firebird! Was a six banger car.
...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-04-2024, 11:29 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,620
Posted By JSchmitz
Cool thread! I recreated my last BMX bike some...

Cool thread! I recreated my last BMX bike some years ago. Started with a chrome frame and forks. Painted to match mine. Acquired parts from Ebay, etc. Had all original AL parts re-anodized. Some new...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 12-22-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,604
Posted By JSchmitz
Dimples in the port do not affect compression...

Dimples in the port do not affect compression ratio. The initial picture shows dimples in the piston top. That absolutely affects compression ratio.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-06-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,196
Posted By JSchmitz
Lead/acid batteries emit hydrogen gas. They emit...

Lead/acid batteries emit hydrogen gas. They emit a lot more when charging. There was likely a spark somewhere that set off the hydrogen. My guess anyway.
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-03-2023, 07:05 AM
Replies: 6,115
Views: 539,436
Posted By JSchmitz
That is at Gateway. Keith Potter's car sponsored...

That is at Gateway. Keith Potter's car sponsored by Craig Weiss. Big Block Chevy powered. Big roots blower, injector hat (i believe), Lenco trans, tube chassis. Was very fast back in the day. Keith...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-26-2023, 09:34 AM
Replies: 816
Views: 66,211
Posted By JSchmitz
Think ya got enough RTV on the oil pan gasket?

Think ya got enough RTV on the oil pan gasket?
Forum: THE LOBBY 11-22-2023, 07:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,710
Posted By JSchmitz
That's an attention getter (driver and...

That's an attention getter (driver and bystanders)!!! Have fun! Keep it between the ditches! :)
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-21-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 1,978
Views: 264,856
Posted By JSchmitz
Is it possible that you have the wrong size sway...

Is it possible that you have the wrong size sway bar bushings (too small diameter)? That could explain the binding and pulling bolts out.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-03-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,105
Posted By JSchmitz
Congrats! Looks great! Although I'm not familiar...

Congrats! Looks great! Although I'm not familiar with a car ever being done. lol
Forum: Tri-Power Tech 11-03-2023, 05:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,993
Posted By JSchmitz
I would test the needle and seat in the carb. Use...

I would test the needle and seat in the carb. Use a hand vacuum pump with the carb upside down. If it doesn't hold vacuum, replace and retest. the end carbs are seeing the same pressure as the center...
Forum: Members Helping Members 10-26-2023, 07:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,694
Posted By JSchmitz
Evaporust works great and non-toxic.

Evaporust works great and non-toxic.
Forum: THE LOBBY 10-25-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,152
Posted By JSchmitz
^^^ That's hilarious! ^^^

^^^ That's hilarious! ^^^
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-18-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 723
Posted By JSchmitz
Nice to find an easy solution! Long projects are...

Nice to find an easy solution! Long projects are prone to this sort of thing.
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