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Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-18-2010, 02:14 AM
Replies: 6
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Posted By Tempest68
This is was lead up to the problem. The car ran...

This is was lead up to the problem. The car ran great, only a few hours time on cam, and oil pressure was great 65-80 psi, engine seemed fresh. When i drove it to my home to do some work, it ran hot...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-03-2010, 05:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 403
Posted By Tempest68
I may need a rebuild......any thoughts/opinions?

455, sum-2802 cam, 6x-4 heads, stock rockers. Should have been ablout 9.5 static compression.

I did a compression test on my engine, and it seemed i had a sudden drop in pressure on 7 of 8...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-28-2010, 07:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 800
Posted By Tempest68
I know the factory intake is good, but i never...

I know the factory intake is good, but i never had one, and never had a quadrajet, so the cheaper route it stick with current or purchase a compatable aftermarket intake. Also with little tuning...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-27-2010, 04:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 800
Posted By Tempest68
Im just looking to get the most out of my...

Im just looking to get the most out of my combo/useable power in rpm range so i considered the RPM. I single plane works ok because of the higher stall convertor thats in it. I havent really gotten...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-24-2010, 10:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 800
Posted By Tempest68
455 intake advice, rpm, torkerII ? ?

Ive got a 455 with 6x heads, 750 edelbrock, sum2802 cam, full length headers. It should be about 9.5 compression. I need to replace my old Street Dominator (single plenum) since the threads have...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-20-2010, 01:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 658
Posted By Tempest68
That makes sense, but theyre two diff sizes....

That makes sense, but theyre two diff sizes. 255/60 out back, 235/65 front. fronts were just a good deal on quick replacement.
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-19-2010, 10:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 658
Posted By Tempest68
I liked the firehawks, used to have them on my 68...

I liked the firehawks, used to have them on my 68 Tempest, still have two of them left on my 72. i wish id have kept the 68. Back when i bought them, the 255/60 actually had approx 9.8 in tread,...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-09-2010, 05:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 148
Posted By Tempest68
Engine parts or vehicle parts? The engine is...

Engine parts or vehicle parts? The engine is good, still needs a little carb tuning, and eventually need to rerun the power to distributor. Mostly in looking for parts to make it street legal. Ill...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-08-2010, 09:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 148
Posted By Tempest68
my fixer-upper

Heres a short vid of my 72 Lemans when i first started it last spring, after sitting all winter, choking burning deposit out of cylinders, and bad plugs heh. It runs waaaay better now with a rebuilt,...
Forum: Industry Stuff 11-09-2008, 11:17 PM
Replies: 1,736
Views: 243,522
Posted By Tempest68
id say any part that could be damaged in a...

id say any part that could be damaged in a collision, mainly the front and rear. some parts like core supports have interchangeable frames, but not useable on some just because the top panel is...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-10-2008, 01:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 226
Posted By Tempest68
replacement starter

The end housing on my factory starter cracked the other day and was wondering if i should get a stock replacement or maybe upgrade to the summit mini hi torqe starter. it seemed to crank fine right...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 07-22-2008, 10:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 121
Posted By Tempest68
mount a bumper

I finally tracked down some brackets to mount a bumper and valance panel on my 1972 Lemans (non endura). What size/type/grade bolts/washers/etc would i need to get every thing mounted?
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 07-22-2008, 10:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 116
Posted By Tempest68
mounting bumper

I finally tracked down some brackets to mount a bumper and valance panel on my 1972 Lemans (non endura). What size/type/grade bolts/washers/etc would i need to get every thing mounted?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-02-2008, 10:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 132
Posted By Tempest68
chrome bumper brackets

72 lemans chrome bumper. I need the front bumper brackets so i can install my bumper and any parts for mounting the valance too. Does anyone reproduce them or have any for sale?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-06-2008, 01:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 280
Posted By Tempest68
Check this out, i saw it on tv awhile back. ...

Check this out, i saw it on tv awhile back. http://www.wheels.daytondailynews.com/daytondailynews/content/autonews/2007/12/13/MPSWLS1215WOW.html
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-23-2007, 06:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 320
Posted By Tempest68
Closer to the road

Donations encouraged. :D Help get this car on the road. May be possible with fan shroud, valance, and headlight mounting hardware. A new floor would help, but illl just avoid puddles for a while. ;)
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-23-2007, 05:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 172
Posted By Tempest68
headlight hardware

1972 (luxury) lemans. I need all of the hardware to install/mount headlights, which years would work? Does anybody have them?
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-12-2007, 04:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 455
Posted By Tempest68
would the 68 setup work on my 72 lemans with a...

would the 68 setup work on my 72 lemans with a factory replacemant shroud or would i need a custom?
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-11-2007, 05:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 455
Posted By Tempest68
Is it light enough or ? that it wouldnt be a big...

Is it light enough or ? that it wouldnt be a big deal to not have a fan clutch?
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 09-10-2007, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 455
Posted By Tempest68
h.p. fans?

Has anybody used these? I thought i may try one since i need a fan and it would be cheaper than a stock replacemant and a thermal clutch. Itll be a daily driver with some hotrodding on the side :)
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Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-31-2007, 10:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,961
Posted By Tempest68
of course, Im not sure too sure on factory build...

of course, Im not sure too sure on factory build specs (parts, etc), so i guess i cant compare too much.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-31-2007, 10:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,961
Posted By Tempest68
I think my numbers are underrated based on...

I think my numbers are underrated based on factory 455 h.o. numbers, but i dont know if it considers accessories robbing power on the sim.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-15-2007, 09:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 128
Posted By Tempest68
fenders on 1972 lemans

What fenders would physically work on a 72 lemans chrome bumper, not worried about marker lights, etc. how easily could slightly differant ones be modified to fit?
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 11-20-2006, 02:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 101
Posted By Tempest68
sealer

Almost my whole floor needs redone and i had thought about using something like rhino liner or similar to coat the floors and other hidden areas as the project continues, for long term protection and...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 11-16-2006, 01:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 436
Posted By Tempest68
my buddy uses a toilet paper filter, i believe he...

my buddy uses a toilet paper filter, i believe he got it through eastwood.
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