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Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 12-10-2013, 10:47 AM
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Here is my 67 Grand Prix nicknamed "Ruthie" for...

Here is my 67 Grand Prix nicknamed "Ruthie" for her previous sweet old lady owner decked out for the holidays.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 11-19-2013, 04:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 114
Posted By jrainieri
And, if you are replacing yours, you need to get...

And, if you are replacing yours, you need to get them from a convertible because they are a different shape and part # than the coupes/sedans!
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-11-2013, 11:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 401
Posted By jrainieri
Is it accurate up to 20 or does it show 20 even...

Is it accurate up to 20 or does it show 20 even though you are doing 40? I would also inspect the plastic cable drive gear in the tranny--they are cheap and easy to inspect/replace if needed.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 09-16-2013, 09:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 281
Posted By jrainieri
8 bolt water pump stud placement

Replacing the water pump on the Grand Prix. Wondering where the original placeent of the studs should be on this car. I have seached the forumsand found very little. Internet pictures show all...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 09-06-2013, 01:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 198
Posted By jrainieri
I have installed ACC carpets in a 63 GP and a 71...

I have installed ACC carpets in a 63 GP and a 71 GTO--both black---no issues--contours/fit was very good for both. Plan on doing my 67 GP this Winter.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 08-07-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 155
Posted By jrainieri
I had the same issue when I bought my car--it...

I had the same issue when I bought my car--it turned out to be a weak spring in the door lock mech. I could not find a supplier for this, so I used a small piece of carb throttle spring--still...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-26-2013, 03:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 672
Posted By jrainieri
Jim Shepard did my am/fm on my 67 Gp and added an...

Jim Shepard did my am/fm on my 67 Gp and added an ipod/mp3 port. Great job, quick turnaround, and reasonable. I highly recommend.
Forum: Big Pontiac (incl G-body)Parts For SALE 04-12-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 120
Posted By jrainieri
BUMP

BUMP
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 03-21-2013, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 287
Posted By jrainieri
Mark---f/s is short for "for sale". I posted...

Mark---f/s is short for "for sale". I posted them in the big car parts for sale area on the forum. I'll probably post them in the Lemans/gto and firebird areas as well.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 03-21-2013, 05:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 287
Posted By jrainieri
ok--reposted them f/s. I really don't know if...

ok--reposted them f/s. I really don't know if there is any formula as to application of red vs. black centers. I have seen both used on verts and ht/4dr big cars as well as Firebirds and...
Forum: Big Pontiac (incl G-body)Parts For SALE 03-21-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 120
Posted By jrainieri
67-72 14" deluxe set hub caps

for sale--(4) 67-72 14" deluxe hub caps, 26 slot, RED lucite centers. These were used on Big cars, Tempest and Firebird. They are very good driver quality, minor very small dings, no curb rash,...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 03-20-2013, 07:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 287
Posted By jrainieri
Mark---here are the picts--my memory is fuzzy as...

Mark---here are the picts--my memory is fuzzy as I thought they were black center but they are obviously red--confused them with spinners I also have. If you are still interested, $60 for the set...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 03-19-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 287
Posted By jrainieri
Mark---I think I might have a set for 14" with...

Mark---I think I might have a set for 14" with black insert. Need to go through the loft and hunt them down. I'll post picts by the weekend.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 02-17-2013, 09:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 300
Posted By jrainieri
There is 1/4" between them. Glad I could...

There is 1/4" between them. Glad I could help.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 02-17-2013, 12:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 300
Posted By jrainieri
Cary---on mine the upper is 1/8" and the lower is...

Cary---on mine the upper is 1/8" and the lower is 1/4"--opposite of what you have--they come together on the ends. My car was painted over 20 years ago by the original owner. You can see them...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 02-14-2013, 10:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 300
Posted By jrainieri
I always thought rpc 494 paint stripe side was...

I always thought rpc 494 paint stripe side was standard on the GP's. I have it listed on my window sticker as a o.o cost option so I guess not.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 12-23-2012, 07:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 154
Posted By jrainieri
Worked out fine----used the new bolts after...

Worked out fine----used the new bolts after letting it sit a day with PB blaster--once I got some pull on it I used the punch as you said---then tightend more and she popped off. Was waiting for a...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 12-18-2012, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 154
Posted By jrainieri
Thanks Harry---I am PB blasting it now. I was...

Thanks Harry---I am PB blasting it now. I was reading in the Pontiac repair manual about the Energy absorbing column and how flimsy it is with plastic retainers and such holding it together--didn't...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 12-18-2012, 08:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 154
Posted By jrainieri
Question 67 GP-Best way to pull off Steering wheel

Just picked up a wood steering wheel--thought pulling the original wheel off would be a snap--it almost was--my puller bolts bent like a pretzel. Wheel has been in place for 45 years. Besides using...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 11-12-2012, 10:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 85
Posted By jrainieri
Yes, it gets tucked under the top edge under the...

Yes, it gets tucked under the top edge under the potmetal trim piece. The length is approx. 78". I ordered one from METROMMP 2 years ago--it was short by 6". They made me a custom one to replace...
Forum: Pontiac Business Entities Exchange 04-04-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 124
Posted By jrainieri
J69SHEP FOR RADIO REPAIR

Just had my am/fm repaired by Jim Shepard. Phenomenal service, reasonably priced, and the quickest turnaround from anyone still doing this kind of work. This guy is a professional!
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 02-25-2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 109
Posted By jrainieri
the part #is 9786919--got it off the back of my...

the part #is 9786919--got it off the back of my old one. Purchased a Repop from PY last year.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 12-09-2011, 11:23 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 7,619
Posted By jrainieri
Love the spinners. Easier to keep clean than the...

Love the spinners. Easier to keep clean than the wire caps---I have a set as well.
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 12-04-2011, 05:34 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 7,619
Posted By jrainieri
Here's a few of Ruthie---named for the previous...

Here's a few of Ruthie---named for the previous owner---a fiesty 85ish lady farmer.
One of my favorites was taken this past year in the Memorial Day parade--looks like a frame out of the Zapruder...
Forum: Suspension TECH 11-17-2011, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 510
Posted By jrainieri
When figuring the ride height, make sure you are...

When figuring the ride height, make sure you are taking into account any tire/wheel changes from stock as well. I have seen many guys chase a ride height/spring/suspension problem when the issue...
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