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Forum: THE LOBBY Today, 02:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 689
Posted By JSchmitz
x2 I've seen shows where Jay has rattled off...

x2

I've seen shows where Jay has rattled off a lot of automotive history. He may be slipping and was off on this one. I'd bet that he's forgotten 10x more than most have ever known about cars. I'm...
Forum: Pontiac - Street Today, 01:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 217
Posted By JSchmitz
Interesting. I'll have to read up on that....

Interesting. I'll have to read up on that. :confused:
Forum: Pontiac - Street Today, 12:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 217
Posted By JSchmitz
When voltage dips amps go up not down.

When voltage dips amps go up not down.
Forum: Pontiac - Street Today, 12:34 PM
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Views: 217
Posted By JSchmitz
It's a "restomod". Assume LS engine. Although the...

It's a "restomod". Assume LS engine. Although the Vortec engines have clutch fans.
Forum: Pontiac - Street Today, 09:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 217
Posted By JSchmitz
Did you clean the battery terminals? Inspect...

Did you clean the battery terminals? Inspect battery cables for corrosion. Check battery voltage static and when fan tries to kick on.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH Today, 08:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
Installed drain line yesterday. Guess I need to...

Installed drain line yesterday. Guess I need to run some water over it and see what happens. Forgot to mention that I painted the gold motor and aluminum housing matte black.
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Forum: THE LOBBY Yesterday, 07:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 689
Posted By JSchmitz
I've only watched the very first part so far. I...

I've only watched the very first part so far. I did catch the tri-power dealer install thing. Bad... I was more concentrating on the car and story about it. Technical accuracy gets slaughtered all...
Forum: THE LOBBY Yesterday, 07:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 689
Posted By JSchmitz
Here's my Dad, and Grandpa, by my his brand new...

Here's my Dad, and Grandpa, by my his brand new '66 GTO. In St. Louis obviously. :) It was 389, 4-barrel, 4-speed, M.S., M.B, 3.89 gears. Later on, engine built by Matt Johnson (solid lifter cam,...
Forum: THE LOBBY Yesterday, 07:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 689
Posted By JSchmitz
Amazing! Thanks for posting!

Amazing! Thanks for posting!
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-03-2024, 01:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,312
Posted By JSchmitz
Sorry to hear about your troubles. This story is...

Sorry to hear about your troubles. This story is eerily similar to mine. Old build with factory rods, crank, TRW slugs, etc. Decided to upgrade to AL heads. Twenty year old cam wipes a lobe a week...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-03-2024, 10:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 800
Posted By JSchmitz
This has been said thousands of times I'm sure....

This has been said thousands of times I'm sure. But, NEVER EVER EVER waste your time trying to get aftermarket HEI advance weights and cams to work! Tried many years ago. Moroso, Mr. Gasket, etc....
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-03-2024, 10:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 800
Posted By JSchmitz
Yep, I observed the HEI over-travel on my engine....

Yep, I observed the HEI over-travel on my engine. Had to weld up the pin slots. Then, dead on repeatability.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-01-2024, 11:34 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,296
Posted By JSchmitz
Can someone with a similar setup post a picture...

Can someone with a similar setup post a picture of their plugs for reference? I'd like to see it for comparison.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2024, 11:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
This is what I referenced to locate my antenna...

This is what I referenced to locate my antenna (thanks to eric65!): https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2965519
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2024, 11:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
Also keep forgetting that I need to install a...

Also keep forgetting that I need to install a drain hose from the bottom of the antenna housing through the trunk floor. Don't want the trunk full of water!
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2024, 11:19 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
The factory nut is too big for the aftermarket...

The factory nut is too big for the aftermarket antenna mast threads. I have the aftermarket nut fit inside the factory repop one.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
I forgot to add something. I bought the adapter...

I forgot to add something. I bought the adapter and nut from Ebay. The nut is pretty good quality. The adapter is terrible. The chrome looks like stainless and has bubbles in it. They also sent me...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2024, 11:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
You totally welcome. Unfortunately, I'm retired...

You totally welcome. Unfortunately, I'm retired and don't have access to a metal lathe anymore. So, I used a abrasive cartridge roll on a straight die grinder.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2024, 11:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
Fixed pics... ...

Fixed pics...

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=634540&stc=1&d=1717254216...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2024, 11:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 570
Posted By JSchmitz
I just finished installing a power antenna in my...

I just finished installing a power antenna in my '64 GTO. Found the location dimensions in another thread here. It works great! I bought a Harada brand based on reco from member here. Got one for...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-01-2024, 09:44 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,296
Posted By JSchmitz
Agreed. Maybe we can focus on helping him verify...

Agreed. Maybe we can focus on helping him verify timing, carb, PCV, possible vacuum leak, exposed idle transfer slot, etc. that may be screwing his idle up. I really think this engine needs some help.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-01-2024, 09:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,296
Posted By JSchmitz
What is your initial timing? Have your checked...

What is your initial timing? Have your checked your carb float levels front and rear? Do you have a vacuum gauge? If so, you need to check what your idle vacuum reading is. You'll need a helper for...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-01-2024, 08:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,296
Posted By JSchmitz
Maybe I never had a big enough camshaft to cause...

Maybe I never had a big enough camshaft to cause this. IDK. But I've had some pretty big cams. All I run is an HEI and they look completely normal. Plugs should not look like the one he posted in my...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-01-2024, 07:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,296
Posted By JSchmitz
Fix the carb before you start worrying about...

Fix the carb before you start worrying about reading plugs. The hottest plug in the world isn't gonna compensate for drowning in gas. You're also at risk of wiping out your rings from washing the...
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-01-2024, 07:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 865
Posted By JSchmitz
I have been considering selling it on Craigslist...

I have been considering selling it on Craigslist or Ebay. But I agree with the hot market theory. I might submit to BaT and see what they say.
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