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Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-18-2024, 11:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,880
Posted By MatthewKlein
If it was mine I'd keep loosening up the...

If it was mine I'd keep loosening up the secondarys till there is a bog. Then tighten jist enough till it doesn't bog.

When I got my 455 running it didn't feel right. Way low on power. Secondary...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2024, 11:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 607
Posted By MatthewKlein
We have used these forever when installing a new...

We have used these forever when installing a new transmission. We didn't take them out after just one oil change though.

I'd think these would work well with P/S. Unless there is some chemical...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-09-2024, 03:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 380
Posted By MatthewKlein
If a video of that is available it sounds neat

If a video of that is available it sounds neat
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-05-2024, 10:57 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,179
Posted By MatthewKlein
We live in an amazing era. Can you imagine access...

We live in an amazing era. Can you imagine access to an interview like this with Vic Edelbrock, Mickey Thompson, Duntov or Barney Navarro
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-05-2024, 10:42 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,179
Posted By MatthewKlein
Thank you

Thank you
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-05-2024, 10:24 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 9,179
Posted By MatthewKlein
Is it in this thread? Or could you please post it...

Is it in this thread? Or could you please post it here
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-28-2024, 08:28 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,939
Posted By MatthewKlein
I buy most of my tools on Ebay. New and used

I buy most of my tools on Ebay. New and used
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-31-2024, 11:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,964
Posted By MatthewKlein
Another overdrive vote from me. I have a car with...

Another overdrive vote from me. I have a car with 4.10 axle that doesn't get driven. 2 more with 2.73 AND overdrive on top. Those get driven everywhere. If you aren't going to drive the car like a 16...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-22-2024, 12:47 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,729
Posted By MatthewKlein
3000 mile oil changes from new are all that's...

3000 mile oil changes from new are all that's necessary. Any other needs are from extended oil changes.

Years ago I swapped a used engine with 100,000ish miles. Swapped the intake first and was...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 05-01-2024, 08:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,763
Posted By MatthewKlein
Maybe I'm missing something. From what I see...

Maybe I'm missing something.
From what I see the gasket looks compressed to match the intake flange.
Top of the flange is much thicker than the bottom. If I'm seeing correctly the bottom edge is...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-30-2024, 10:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 415
Posted By MatthewKlein
You can try contacting local auto shops in the...

You can try contacting local auto shops in the area. I've been asked to inspect vehicles several times and helped people out
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-18-2024, 02:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 970
Posted By MatthewKlein
I used 2.5 downpipes on 2.25 manifolds It was...

I used 2.5 downpipes on 2.25 manifolds
It was necessary to grind the exhaust pipe to clear the manifold studs
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 08:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By MatthewKlein
There is a resistor built into the housing for...

There is a resistor built into the housing for low speed. This thread shows a wiring diagram.

https://www.corral.net/threads/contour-fan-wiring.2510121/

Other than less noise I'm not sure why...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 04:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By MatthewKlein
Depth is just over 3" at the motor

Depth is just over 3" at the motor
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 04:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By MatthewKlein
S827 is the standard # for the fan pigtail

S827 is the standard # for the fan pigtail
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 04:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By MatthewKlein
I believe this is the original radiator from my...

I believe this is the original radiator from my 72 LeMans. Contour fan doesn't quite cover it.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 03:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,429
Posted By MatthewKlein
I'm not sure what year your car is or the...

I'm not sure what year your car is or the radiator style but

ford contour fans flow 3000cfm on low speed and 5000 on high

this is a dorman # for the assy 620-104

outside dimensions are 24.5...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 11:27 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,722
Posted By MatthewKlein
Been a long time since I've had any carb cleaner...

Been a long time since I've had any carb cleaner around the shop. Only the dunk bucket. Just ordered a case. Thanks for the suggestion, will try it out. Its about 10c a can more expensive than my...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-15-2024, 10:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,722
Posted By MatthewKlein
Don't know where you guys get your brake cleaner...

Don't know where you guys get your brake cleaner but I pay 2.70 a can, And I'll Spray the grease off with 5 cans of that before I buy a 14.00 can of degreaser. Or use the solvent tank, then a tiny...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 04-05-2024, 06:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,226
Posted By MatthewKlein
My vote would be Permatex #2 sealer. Pitting...

My vote would be Permatex #2 sealer.

Pitting can be filled with JBweld then sanded smooth. Usually sandblast or wire wheel the pitting and clean with break cleaner so the epoxy sticks.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-17-2024, 03:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,382
Posted By MatthewKlein
I've seen a few videos about them and a tour of...

I've seen a few videos about them and a tour of the factory production area. Looks like a nice piece.

What confuses me is the decision to copy that style carburetor. They must be banking on...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-16-2024, 09:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 543
Posted By MatthewKlein
The minimum free play required allows the clutch...

The minimum free play required allows the clutch to spin without contacting and spinning the throwout bearing. If the bearing constantly turns it will wear out prematurely.
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-04-2024, 10:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 843
Posted By MatthewKlein
I may be mistaken but doesn't the water return...

I may be mistaken but doesn't the water return into the block and exit through the heads
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-04-2024, 06:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 843
Posted By MatthewKlein
I like the naked look of that engine. Reminiscent...

I like the naked look of that engine. Reminiscent of a dragster. Coolant must be exiting at the rear of the heads?
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-24-2024, 10:40 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 12,065
Posted By MatthewKlein
With cash on hand, I'd be looking every day...

With cash on hand, I'd be looking every day morning afternoon and night. Eventually someone will be selling a car below market value. Strike it while the irons hot.
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