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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-25-2024, 10:30 PM
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Posted By Jimbobeast
I can't seem to find the 1/2" hole on the hinge...

I can't seem to find the 1/2" hole on the hinge bracket as described/pictured in image 1 above. The belt then goes behind the upper side trim panel and the quarter panel trim? And then what? This...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-25-2024, 10:22 PM
Replies: 5
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Posted By Jimbobeast
I want to install the shoulder restraint belts in...

I want to install the shoulder restraint belts in my 1970 convertible. As you describe, the Fisher Body manual states there is a 1/2" hole in the hinge support. I can't find the hole. We're...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-25-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 200
Posted By Jimbobeast
There was a plastic clip that held the shoulder...

There was a plastic clip that held the shoulder belt when not in use. Where was that mounted?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-24-2024, 10:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 200
Posted By Jimbobeast
From the pivot mechanism then over the top of the...

From the pivot mechanism then over the top of the FRONT seat? That would prevent any rear seat passengers from getting in or out.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-24-2024, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 200
Posted By Jimbobeast
What are the mini seat belts for?

I'm restoring a 1970 GTO convertible and I found all these seat belts. I know the Deluxe belt is on the left, the Standard belt is on the right, but what is the tiny belt in the middle used for? ...
Forum: Interior TECH 03-24-2024, 04:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 242
Posted By Jimbobeast
I have door speakers cut into the panels of my...

I have door speakers cut into the panels of my red 70 convertible, but that was done in the '80's when a GTO was just a fun old musclecar. If I knew then what prices Judge convertibles would bring I...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-24-2024, 04:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 214
Posted By Jimbobeast
I ordered some of the Free All penetrating oil...

I ordered some of the Free All penetrating oil but I need to understand where the binding can occur. I bought the coulmn refurbished many years ago (10) from a reputable column restorer. As I...
Forum: Interior TECH 03-23-2024, 09:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 242
Posted By Jimbobeast
It took all day but both doors are done. I had...

It took all day but both doors are done. I had to use 10 old armrests to make one good pair.
Forum: Interior TECH 03-22-2024, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 242
Posted By Jimbobeast
I don't recall door panel prep being such a pain...

I don't recall door panel prep being such a pain in the rear, but after much cutting, massaging and spewing a few bad wwords, I think it's finally in place for good. In the photo the PW switch looks...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-21-2024, 05:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 214
Posted By Jimbobeast
thanks

thanks
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-20-2024, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 214
Posted By Jimbobeast
reverse lockout binding

The reverse lock out on my 70 is binding. I recall the arm on the restored column moving easily when I put the coulmn in. The tranny shifts into reverse like butter. The linkage from the reverse...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-20-2024, 08:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 258
Posted By Jimbobeast
The Parts Place sells a replacement switch!

The Parts Place sells a replacement switch!
Forum: Interior TECH 03-19-2024, 01:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 242
Posted By Jimbobeast
power window is the lower switch, power door lock...

power window is the lower switch, power door lock is the upper one
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-19-2024, 10:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 113
Posted By Jimbobeast
PDL switch placement pics

Do these pics show the correct placement of the power door lock switches for a 1970 GTO?
Ive looked through this site, the assembly and fisher body manuals with no luck and there are no perforations...
Forum: Interior TECH 03-19-2024, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 242
Posted By Jimbobeast
Is this correct door lock switch placement

Do these pics show the correct placement of the power door lock switches for a 1970 GTO?
Ive looked through this site, the assembly and fisher body manuals with no luck and there are no perforations...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-17-2024, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 567
Posted By Jimbobeast
Here is the placement on my red 70 convertible. ...

Here is the placement on my red 70 convertible. I installed them myself 30+ years ago and I don't recall how I knew where to put them. There is no indication of position on origional or aftermarket...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-17-2024, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 567
Posted By Jimbobeast
Sorry to dig up this old thread, but does anyone...

Sorry to dig up this old thread, but does anyone have a photo of the placement of the Power Door Lock switches on a 1970? I'm pretty sure they are up high and toward the dash right where the mylar...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-11-2024, 06:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 258
Posted By Jimbobeast
power flow fan switch

Anyone know where I can get one of these? It is the switch for the Power Flow Through Ventilation option on a 1970 GTO, but I'd bet it was used on other Pontiac and GM vehicles. Unlike the...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-10-2024, 09:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 192
Posted By Jimbobeast
I have a few spare momentary top switches but no...

I have a few spare momentary top switches but no fan switches. Best case I will open it up and hopefully just clean the contacts.
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-10-2024, 09:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 192
Posted By Jimbobeast
Here is a pic of the switch:

Here is a pic of the switch:
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-10-2024, 02:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 192
Posted By Jimbobeast
power ventilation switch - rebuild?

My 1970 convertible came with the Power Flow Through Ventilation option (probably because AC was not available with the RA-IV). My switch is acting up. It looks like a convertible top switch except...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-09-2024, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 292
Posted By Jimbobeast
Well, I got the new motor today, ran out to the...

Well, I got the new motor today, ran out to the garage and hooked up the harness without removing the old motor - still nada. So, I just went through the diagnostics again and now I only had 0.5...
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-05-2024, 09:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 292
Posted By Jimbobeast
Actually, in the photo above you can see the...

Actually, in the photo above you can see the grounding strap to the right of the terminals.
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-05-2024, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 292
Posted By Jimbobeast
Well...good thought but the grounding strap was...

Well...good thought but the grounding strap was in place. Just in case it was not making a good enough ground, I also grounded the case directly to the battery (-). Still nada, not a spark of life....
Forum: Electrical Tech 03-05-2024, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 292
Posted By Jimbobeast
Peter, that makes perfect sense. I'll check.

Peter, that makes perfect sense. I'll check.
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