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Forum: Pontiac - Race 12-04-2009, 09:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,274
Posted By GAGuy
TC: I have no clearance left between the hood and...

TC: I have no clearance left between the hood and air cleaner lid. In fact, there is evidence that on occassion the lid is just touching the hood. Part of the problem is I have a factory NASA hood...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 12-04-2009, 02:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,274
Posted By GAGuy
Air Cleaner Assembly Too Restrictive?

Due to hood clearance issues, I have to use a Pro Form 2.25" drop base with only a 3" tall filter. With the air cleaner lid installed, there is only a 1" opening/clearance between the lid and the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-22-2009, 12:05 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 15,581
Posted By GAGuy
:clap3:I applaud Jake for taking on this car with...

:clap3:I applaud Jake for taking on this car with so many people watching/waiting and giving their 2-cents worth. I would imagine there is an extra amount of pressure with this project.

It sounds...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-21-2009, 02:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,705
Posted By GAGuy
Very nice looking truck....although one could say...

Very nice looking truck....although one could say it looks like a thinly disguised race car (truck). But we won't tell your wife....LOL! :D
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-21-2009, 12:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 911
Posted By GAGuy
I didn't use either of the factory tubes (upper...

I didn't use either of the factory tubes (upper or lower). I just used the dipstick itself and made a one piece tube out of brake line. If I had known to just drill a hole in the tray, I may have...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-21-2009, 12:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 911
Posted By GAGuy
I spoke with the tech department at Canton two...

I spoke with the tech department at Canton two days ago and asked how they determine their pan capacity of 6 quarts.

I was told that the 6 quart figure would be if the motor was never previously...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-20-2009, 03:14 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,789
Posted By GAGuy
Jim, I know that there are many ways to come up...

Jim, I know that there are many ways to come up with a HP figure. Is your estimate of 475HP a "net" at the crankshaft figure as installed in your car?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-20-2009, 12:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 857
Posted By GAGuy
I bought my KRE heads (unported) even after...

I bought my KRE heads (unported) even after reading the reports about whether they flow their advertised numbers or not. I felt the actual numbers were not that important, because it seemed that...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-19-2009, 02:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 911
Posted By GAGuy
I am running the Canton pan and I live in the San...

I am running the Canton pan and I live in the San Bernardino mountains.....lots of very tight curves. I drive my GA very hard and so far the pan has been great, no oil pressure problems so far.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-19-2009, 12:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 210
Posted By GAGuy
Gear Oil Weight for Rear-End?

What weight gear oil is best for the rear differential?

I have a 73 10 bolt with an Eaton Super Brute posi. I am running a limited slip adative but I want to make sure I have the proper weight...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-19-2009, 12:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,705
Posted By GAGuy
Vince, I am running NGK BKR5E plugs and they seem...

Vince, I am running NGK BKR5E plugs and they seem to be just about right. I am currious what the difference was in HP & TQ wtih 28 degrees of advance versus say 30 degrees (which is what I am...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-14-2009, 10:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,705
Posted By GAGuy
Yeah....I meant to say "lean it out". My brain...

Yeah....I meant to say "lean it out". My brain dosn't work that well this early. I figured I am in the ballpark. I am running a programable EFI and changing the AFR is only a few keystrokes, so I...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-14-2009, 09:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,705
Posted By GAGuy
Vince......very nice looking motor. David (BMS)...

Vince......very nice looking motor. David (BMS) built my 462 motor as well. I stopped by BMS and saw David on Tuesday of this week and he showed me a copy of your most recent dyno sheet from Oct...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-14-2009, 09:00 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,899
Posted By GAGuy
I will let you know....thanks

I will let you know....thanks
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-09-2009, 04:39 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,899
Posted By GAGuy
Getting to my place from San Bernardino you climb...

Getting to my place from San Bernardino you climb from 1200' to 6000' in about 13 miles and in the summer the temps can be well over 100 degree in SBD. So I will probably play it safe and go with a...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-08-2009, 01:58 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,899
Posted By GAGuy
So do you think that with using a lock-up it...

So do you think that with using a lock-up it would be easier to live with the 3200 stall converter on the street?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-08-2009, 01:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,013
Posted By GAGuy
Hey Blue67GTO.....sounds like an awesome combo....

Hey Blue67GTO.....sounds like an awesome combo. Very similar to what I am running but with a more aggresive camshaft. I am very happy with my KRE heads, I went with unported versions based on KRE...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-08-2009, 12:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,899
Posted By GAGuy
Thanks for the input and advise gentlemen! ...

Thanks for the input and advise gentlemen!

Jim, when I read the articles you recommended, I remembered reading them when they originally came out in the mags. Based on what I have heard so far, I...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-07-2009, 01:31 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,789
Posted By GAGuy
Thanks Jim, I just posted my converter question.

Thanks Jim, I just posted my converter question.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-07-2009, 01:29 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,899
Posted By GAGuy
Continental 10" "tight converter" for street use?

I saw on the "A very consistent Wagon" thread that Jim Hand and many others Pontiac guys are using a "tight" 10 inch Continental torque converter (3200 stall). How does it work for street driving?...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-07-2009, 12:35 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,789
Posted By GAGuy
Jim, what are your 60' and 330' times? Also, I...

Jim, what are your 60' and 330' times? Also, I have a question about your torque converter that I will post in another discussion thread.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-07-2009, 02:29 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 4,789
Posted By GAGuy
Jim, great job......your car has been a source of...

Jim, great job......your car has been a source of inspiration and motivation since the "Street Fighting Ponchos" artical in HPP several years back. Most of what I have done to my Grand Am has been...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-06-2009, 03:01 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 15,581
Posted By GAGuy
You have a tough decision to make and certainly...

You have a tough decision to make and certainly plenty of opinions/advise here! This has been a great thread to follow. Any rate here is my personal 2-Cents worth.

I would change the cam, since...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-03-2009, 11:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 958
Posted By GAGuy
What air fuel ratios are you guys running,...

What air fuel ratios are you guys running, especially at WOT. I data logged two runs at the strip this past weekend and found that I was running in the 12.12 to 12.2 range. I was happy with the power...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-02-2009, 07:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 494
Posted By GAGuy
stobin....the seats look good in the car and will...

stobin....the seats look good in the car and will look even more at home when they are done in black. So go for it.

Most people I know do not think the original seats are comfy. Personally, I...
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