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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-17-2024, 10:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 465
Posted By redbird68
I recently did what you are asking about. ...

I recently did what you are asking about.

The aftermarket shroud, stock type replacement radiator and fresh engine would not align so I fit the shroud to the fan, then drilled two holes into top...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-12-2024, 05:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 387
Posted By redbird68
2-post lift door ding bumpers

Hi guys
I got tired of risking door dings when a car is on the lift. Looked online and they sell bumpers for $150 to $250 a set.
I bought 2 'stability pads' on amazon for $20/ea, and $10 of velcro...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-02-2024, 09:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,232
Posted By redbird68
Thanks Quizkid! The 79 is doing well! Hope...

Thanks Quizkid!
The 79 is doing well!
Hope all is well with you
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-02-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,232
Posted By redbird68
My lift is 12' tall, so I designed the ceiling...

My lift is 12' tall, so I designed the ceiling height at 12'-3".
I was fortunate to be designing the entire home, and this dimension affected the entire house regarding elevation of first and...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-01-2024, 07:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,232
Posted By redbird68
Good point JS My lift is asymmetric......it is...

Good point JS
My lift is asymmetric......it is a Revolution RTP10

correction-the outlet in the ceiling is 220v not 110

also I have not used the lift for pickup trucks, just cars, all driven in...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-01-2024, 07:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,232
Posted By redbird68
I am happy with where i placed my 2 post. My...

I am happy with where i placed my 2 post. My garage is 2 cars deep, and I can park a second car behind the one on the lift.
Measured from the wall in front of the lift, the posts are 10' from...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 07-28-2024, 08:46 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,450
Posted By redbird68
Got mine the other day, fits well and looks...

Got mine the other day, fits well and looks great!
Thank you
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-16-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 546
Posted By redbird68
No more squeal! I can rev the motor without...

No more squeal! I can rev the motor without gritting my teeth.
I installed the 2-groove pulley, after blasting and painting, masked off the grooves so they received no paint.
Measured with a cloth...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-11-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 546
Posted By redbird68
Thanks 400L, and I agree with you. The engine...

Thanks 400L, and I agree with you.
The engine is actually a 1968 400 with 8 bolt timing cover so the 9788886 XT pulley I believe is correct in terms of belt alignment. Visually it appears to be.
...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-10-2024, 09:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 546
Posted By redbird68
1969 GTO pulley issue

Hi guys
I am chasing down a belt squeal and I believe I have incorrect pulleys.
My goat...AC, PS car, has a single groove water pump pulley. Not a pulley expert, but I believe this would be for a...
Forum: Suspension TECH 07-05-2024, 02:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
Installed pics The larger bar was bent just a...

Installed pics
The larger bar was bent just a little bit different than original 1" bar and the pass side bracket was not aligned with the frame holes when it was snugged up on the bar. Slotted the...
Forum: Suspension TECH 07-05-2024, 01:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
Finally got the goat on the road this morning. ...

Finally got the goat on the road this morning. Handling is much better, no more 'float', car is firm in turns and just seems firmer over all but not to the teeth rattling stage. Over all a great...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 07-02-2024, 08:49 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,450
Posted By redbird68
Waiting on cotton.... Really appreciate you...

Waiting on cotton....
Really appreciate you setting this up for everyone!
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-21-2024, 10:36 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 28,316
Posted By redbird68
Following my friend in his 55 tbird that i...

Following my friend in his 55 tbird that i brought back to life last year. had been sitting for 15 years or so, i worked on it for 6 months to get it up as a dependable car. Felt good to see him...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-21-2024, 08:18 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,450
Posted By redbird68
I'm in! Blue for me

I'm in!
Blue for me
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-21-2024, 07:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
I am anxious to find out! Hopefully this...

I am anxious to find out! Hopefully this weekend, will report back.
Front brake hoses needed replacing so doing that today if they show up.
The sway bar I removed was an OE 1" bar with rubber...
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-20-2024, 08:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
Update: the 9-5113G bracket fit to the holes on...

Update:
the 9-5113G bracket fit to the holes on the frame. Had to dremel the slots a little to get the slots aligned to frame holes, then ground down one side of a washer to fit it up against the...
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts WANTED 06-16-2024, 12:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By redbird68
I ended up ordering some energy suspension...

I ended up ordering some energy suspension brackets. assuming they will fit i no longer have need for any OE brackets
thanks
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-15-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
I ended up ordering Energy Suspension 9.5113G,...

I ended up ordering Energy Suspension 9.5113G, found on amazon (free delivery is cool)

This summit link shows the specs:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ens-9-5113g

the specs show that...
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-15-2024, 09:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
I ended up ordering Energy Suspension 9.5113G,...

I ended up ordering Energy Suspension 9.5113G, found on amazon (free delivery is cool)

This summit link shows the specs:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/ens-9-5113g

the specs show that...
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts WANTED 06-14-2024, 08:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By redbird68
1-1/4" sway bar mounting brackets

Hello
I'm looking for a pair of original brackets to attach the bar to the frame

putting the bar on a GTO, spacing of mounting holes needs to be 2-9/16" center to center, or close to that, to...
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-14-2024, 07:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
That is a great idea! Will do. Thank you

That is a great idea!
Will do.
Thank you
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-14-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
Thanks guys I figured a set of original...

Thanks guys
I figured a set of original brackets/bushings from a TA would work...I measured the spacing of a bracket on a TA with the 1-1/4" bar and it appears to be 2-9/16" center to center, so...
Forum: Suspension TECH 06-14-2024, 05:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By redbird68
1-1/4" sway bar on 1969 GTO

Hello all!
I'm trying to install a spare 1-1/4" sway bar on my 69 goat.
Ordered links and bushing kit (PN 9.5172G), both poly, from Energy Suspension.
Bushings are greaseable which i thought was a...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-03-2024, 07:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,319
Posted By redbird68
Valvoline VR1 10w30 Dropped oil on a car...

Valvoline VR1 10w30

Dropped oil on a car yesterday and realized I was out of fresh oil.
Found the VR1 at Walmart for $27/5qt jug. Best price I have seen for the stuff so I cleared the...
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