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Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-25-2023, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,105
Posted By cpu
There are some great scenes in that Bodybuilders...

There are some great scenes in that Bodybuilders film. In one scene the engineers are using an electromechanical "tracing" device to trace a prototype body or clay model, to digitize it! When was...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-25-2023, 03:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,061
Posted By cpu
Hi John, My 04C Norwood Formula has an A. I...

Hi John,
My 04C Norwood Formula has an A.
I found a few more cars, Formulas and TAs with that mark.

I'm at the beach. When I get back home I'll find the date codes of the others.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-25-2023, 10:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,061
Posted By cpu
1970 Trim Tag letter A

In looking over 1970 Norwood trim tags, occasionally I've seen a letter marked on the line where the model code is stamped.

For example:
W66 A

There is a gap between the end of the model...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-04-2023, 03:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,451
Posted By cpu
This Camaro site has a breakdown of the axle...

This Camaro site has a breakdown of the axle plants. I think it applies to our cars too:

https://www.nastyz28.com/2gcog/rearaxle.html#decode

It would be interesting to compare the axle dates to...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 06-03-2023, 01:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,451
Posted By cpu
Nacho the COT axle in my car is about similar...

Nacho the COT axle in my car is about similar condition (pitting) as the COU you have. What is the whole date code on your tube? As I recall mine is 0415 G 1.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 05-21-2023, 04:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 936
Posted By cpu
One more data point: RM was the broadcast code...

One more data point: RM was the broadcast code used for my 04C Norwood Formula's L-78 (non-RA) air cleaner.
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-05-2023, 06:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,256
Posted By cpu
It's great that you've been able to keep your car...

It's great that you've been able to keep your car in the family. I salute your long term commitment.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 05-05-2023, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By cpu
My interpretation of the cup bracket parts...

My interpretation of the cup bracket parts listing from the Firebird parts & illustration "catalogue" is:

Group 4.040
Bracket, transmission equalizer shaft to frame
3982394 first design - uses 2...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 05-05-2023, 11:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By cpu
I went to Carlisle a few weeks back, and brought...

I went to Carlisle a few weeks back, and brought a photo of my back lock linkage and frame bracket, and pages from the Parts and Illustrations catalogue, and illustration from the 70 Assy Manual.
...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-25-2023, 01:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,851
Posted By cpu
Looks great!

Looks great!
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-23-2023, 01:01 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,111
Posted By cpu
OPH, Bruce, Baron, Jonny, Nacho thanks for...

OPH, Bruce, Baron, Jonny, Nacho thanks for sharing that info.

At the swap meet I was holding the fender, inspecting, taking photos, and trying to keep my sunglasses from falling off. Multitasking...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-21-2023, 03:02 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,111
Posted By cpu
Reviving an old thread. I found a 70 or 72 fender...

Reviving an old thread. I found a 70 or 72 fender at a big well known swap meet. Not rust free, but the rust is limited.

I'm running a 73 fender. I did substantial rust repair on mine. This one...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-21-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 803
Posted By cpu
My air cleaner is ink stamped inside, to the left...

My air cleaner is ink stamped inside, to the left of the vent hole:
7. 5. 73

(Phone inserts the periods)

If no dual snorkels were installed in 1973, could mine be a service replacement?

I'm...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-20-2023, 07:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 803
Posted By cpu
1970 L78 dual snorkel air cleaner (non-RA)

I'm looking for a correct dual snorkel air cleaner.
Application: L78 in a 1970 Formula, Norwood built, non-CA emissions, air conditioning.
Line code for the air cleaner should be RM.

I'm looking...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-19-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,914
Posted By cpu
Has anyone seen the invoice or trim tag for this...

Has anyone seen the invoice or trim tag for this car?
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-19-2023, 03:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By cpu
My original cable shifted properly, but it broke...

My original cable shifted properly, but it broke years ago, near the flange. I found a classified ad (remember those?) of misc Firebird parts, and bought a used (and appearing good) cable from that...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-19-2023, 02:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By cpu
The color in those pics is ambiguous. It's...

The color in those pics is ambiguous. It's Carousel Red.
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 04-15-2023, 12:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 477
Posted By cpu
Your Catalina is dripping with style. Especially...

Your Catalina is dripping with style. Especially when compared to the late model cars on that street.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-15-2023, 12:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By cpu
I tried loosening the cup from the frame last...

I tried loosening the cup from the frame last night. It's frozen in place. I'll try to get replacement parts including the metal cup part at Carlisle next week, before removing/possibly destroying...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-15-2023, 12:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By cpu
1970 Formula 04C 53rd birthday outing

Every year I try to get some little things done (replace, upgrade, clean) on my car in the 3rd week of April. Kind of a Firebird birth-week/spring cleaning. I've been focusing on the transmission...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 04-14-2023, 03:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,237
Posted By cpu
Did Pontiac ever build and sell a 1962 bubble...

Did Pontiac ever build and sell a 1962 bubble top? I've seen the 1962 Chevy bubble tops.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-14-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By cpu
On Ames I see two possible kits: 1. ...

On Ames I see two possible kits:

1.
FR680B: 1970-81 BACKLOCK BUSHING KIT (RE)
BACKLOCK ROD TO STEERING COLUMN ARM BUSHING KIT. ORIGINAL DESIGN WITH RUBBER GROMMET & STEEL INSERT. INCLUDES WASHER...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-14-2023, 12:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 959
Posted By cpu
I'd like to find one like that too. Less caution,...

I'd like to find one like that too. Less caution, more driving.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-14-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,461
Posted By cpu
auto transmission shifter linkage and back lock

Hi,
My 1970 Formula gear selection is not working well. When the selector is in the indicated position on the shift indicator PRNDSL, the transmission is not in gear. A bit more travel of the...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 02-17-2023, 01:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 440
Posted By cpu
1970 Firebird Assembly Manual

Who sells the clearest, most complete copy of the Assembly Manual?
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