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Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-28-2024, 06:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 345
Posted By Tom Pugh
Which pan gasket for turbo 400?

I drained my T400 prior to removing it. I will be replacing the pan gasket prior to reinstalling. This is a stock steel pan that was using a cork gasket with no sealant and it did not leak. Should I...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 08-18-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 671
Posted By Tom Pugh
vacuum purging ac system

I have rebuilt the ac system in my '67 goat and plan to purge it prior to charging it with R12. I filled the compressor with fresh oil. Will it get sucked out when the vacuum is applied? Also, how...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-26-2024, 04:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 402
Posted By Tom Pugh
yes, you are correct, and as others suggested I...

yes, you are correct, and as others suggested I had it on backward. As soon as I flipped it and lined up the holes it aligned perfectly. Thank guys. On to the next challenge ( installing the engine )
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-25-2024, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 402
Posted By Tom Pugh
hmm, I was hoping I simply had the wrong plate.

hmm, I was hoping I simply had the wrong plate.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-25-2024, 03:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 402
Posted By Tom Pugh
yes, flipped it. no go

yes, flipped it. no go
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-25-2024, 02:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 402
Posted By Tom Pugh
Contact ph# for Denny's Auto Machine, Willamsport Md ?

Denny's Auto Machine built a 455 crate engine for me but sent the wrong flexplate with it. It will not bolt up to crank (see pics). Unfortunately I did not find this out until it was on the lift and...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 06-05-2024, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 963
Posted By Tom Pugh
Adding R12 oil to rebuilt system

I have a newly rebuilt A6 ac system (engine compartment side) in my '67 GTO. I have 60 oz. of R12 and a case (24 cans) of oil which are labeled ' 2oz R12/2oz oil '. (maybe these are just for topping...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-23-2024, 07:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,058
Posted By Tom Pugh
good to know, I just bought one...

good to know, I just bought one...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-23-2024, 11:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By Tom Pugh
A6 replacement hoses

who is a good source for 67 GTO replacement ac hoses. I need to replace this hose on my A6 compressor muffler (pic below) and others. Thanks

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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-20-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,058
Posted By Tom Pugh
good to know!

good to know!
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-19-2024, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,058
Posted By Tom Pugh
A6 reolacement compressor for '67 GTO

I'm looking at the attached A6 compressor to replace my existing Frigidare. The mfg. is Apco/Alma. It's advertised as new. Never heard of them. I assume they may be a Chinese company. Anyway, whats...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-12-2024, 07:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,693
Posted By Tom Pugh
I see you did not get an answer. I am curious too...

I see you did not get an answer. I am curious too since I'm getting my stock '67 GTO system back together.
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-12-2024, 07:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 566
Posted By Tom Pugh
R12 source?

assembly my ac system after disconnecting for service. New A6 compressor (not rebuilt), new condenser and dryer. I would like to run R12 as this is what my system is designed for, think I will need...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-11-2024, 09:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By Tom Pugh
yeah, thats what I was worried about, having to...

yeah, thats what I was worried about, having to disassemble the front end to get at it.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-10-2024, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By Tom Pugh
so, my next question is; how do I remove the...

so, my next question is; how do I remove the condenser to access the area in front of it? My car is a factory air car and it has the panel installed between the radiator support and the front bumper...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-09-2024, 01:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By Tom Pugh
nice install...

nice install...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-09-2024, 09:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By Tom Pugh
Torque converters

I am running a T400with a 10"converter (2800 rpm stall) behind a mildy modified 455 in a '67 GTO. This is a street car with ac and will not be raced. What are you guys running for a trans cooler? I...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 04-29-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,679
Posted By Tom Pugh
so how do you hook up 1400 ft. lbs. tq.?

so how do you hook up 1400 ft. lbs. tq.?
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-23-2024, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 969
Posted By Tom Pugh
I have the flanges, thanks

I have the flanges, thanks
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 04-23-2024, 09:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,831
Posted By Tom Pugh
Improving efficiency of factory ac system in '67 GTO

Prior to removal of the engine and the A6 compressor I run the system and it cooled 'okay' on a 75 degree day with the fan on high but I don't see it working well once we gets up to 90s here in NC...
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-18-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 969
Posted By Tom Pugh
Down pipes from HO exhaust manifolds

I am installing a 455 in my '76 GTO. It will be using the Parts Place 2.25" exit HO manifolds ( Ames sells a 2.5" version but they were on backorder. I want to run 2.5" downpipes all the way back to...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 10:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 556
Posted By Tom Pugh
Torque converter for '73 455

I have a 455 that will be going into my '67 GTO. 425 hp, 510 tq. , nothing crazy. A 2.93 rear gear (ac car). Looking to spec. a torque converter for the turbo 400. Looking for something in the 2500...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-22-2024, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 665
Posted By Tom Pugh
455 in '67 GTO with Edlebrock Performer RPM and Holley ,fit under hood?

I think the air cleaner assembly is going to be critical to get this to fit under the stock hood. I assume a 14" drop base type will work. What are you guys running?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-21-2024, 04:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 946
Posted By Tom Pugh
wow, thats like pulling a few hundred lbs. out

wow, thats like pulling a few hundred lbs. out
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-21-2024, 11:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 946
Posted By Tom Pugh
'67 ram air install?

I'm thinking about adding a ram air air cleaner assembly and opening the hood scoop on my 67 GTO. Question is; did ram air really add any measurable perfromance or was it basically a marketing ploy?
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