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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-16-2024, 06:30 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
I decided that since I will be waiting for the...

I decided that since I will be waiting for the wiring harness for a few weeks I will attack the floor. The seat belts and front seat are out. No surprises in the floor.
Overall, the floor is pretty...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-14-2024, 09:50 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Thanks, you're welcome. I always appreciate...

Thanks, you're welcome. I always appreciate pictures on other people's projects too. It's come a long way but still so far to go. But it's fun--mostly!
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-13-2024, 10:40 AM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Been working on a lot of tedious stuff and had to...

Been working on a lot of tedious stuff and had to wait for a bushing to come in, but the clutch is adjusted, back-lock installed correctly (I think).

I found the 73 Firebird LH exhaust manifold...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-06-2024, 10:50 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
I've been working on the clutch linkage to get it...

I've been working on the clutch linkage to get it freed up, de-rusted and painted. I replaced the bushings and retainer + fresh grease on the bell crank. Mostly installed now.

Also found the LH...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-27-2024, 04:35 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Engine and trans in! :) Next clutch linkage and...

Engine and trans in! :) Next clutch linkage and engine wiring harness.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-22-2024, 02:55 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Got the transmission in. Next week engine and...

Got the transmission in. Next week engine and trans will be bolted in!
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-15-2024, 11:03 AM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Engine painted, flywheel, pilot bushing, clutch...

Engine painted, flywheel, pilot bushing, clutch and bell housing on. I was able to center the bell almost perfect with a dial indicator.

The bell had been damaged at some time in the past as...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-02-2024, 04:58 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
I put a second coat of paint on the engine. I...

I put a second coat of paint on the engine. I used a different can but same color and it is different but closer to the blue I remember... (a little more greenish). Anyway I'm even more happy with...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-02-2024, 03:44 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
I went with the 400. It's a 76 2bbl engine...

I went with the 400. It's a 76 2bbl engine originally out of an A or B body car... Not sure of any mods but I know the cam has been replaced about 5 yrs ago when engine was rebuilt and it has an...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 02-26-2024, 05:17 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
As the work continues, I replaced front and rear...

As the work continues, I replaced front and rear Transmission seals and side cover gasket. Also cleaned and painted the transmission a cast iron color since that's what it is.

I also replaced...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-22-2024, 08:17 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Smile Finally getting to the transmission. Opened it up...

Finally getting to the transmission. Opened it up today and it looks great! Also minimum end play on input shaft. I fished a magnet down inside and just a few tiny filings... almost like dust. I'm...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-14-2024, 07:54 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
latest progress

Well things are moving along slowly but surely. Gas line and brake line in (except across rear axle). Steering box and tie rods in and rear springs and shocks in. Rear brakes in. Next is gas tank....
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-09-2023, 09:41 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
The work continues! Cleaned, wire brushed,...

The work continues! Cleaned, wire brushed, primed, painted firewall, heater box and pedals under driver side dash. Replaced heater core and blower motor, pedal bushings and connecting hardware. Also...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-07-2023, 07:59 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Code looks like A156 January 15, 1976?

Code looks like A156 January 15, 1976?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-07-2023, 04:44 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Both sides are 5 holes drilled and tapped.

Both sides are 5 holes drilled and tapped.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-07-2023, 12:35 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Thanks! Engine ID is...1976 A or B Body 2 bbl...

Thanks! Engine ID is...1976 A or B Body 2 bbl carb 170 HP Heads= 6X Block# = 500557 Code# = X4
So, a low performance 400, which is okay... It runs good and I don't want to put more money...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-06-2023, 07:58 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Well, I bought a 76 557 block 400! Seems very...

Well, I bought a 76 557 block 400! Seems very solid. So extra motivation to get the rest of the car ready for the engine and hopefully fire it up by spring...maybe before.

Now I need to figure out...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-30-2023, 11:12 AM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
He said oil pressure is 35# at idle when hot. Has...

He said oil pressure is 35# at idle when hot. Has 47k mi on since rebuild.

ALSO, would my 71 bell housing bolt up to the 76 block?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-30-2023, 11:06 AM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
If I buy this engine I would rather not change...

If I buy this engine I would rather not change the rear seal unless it's really bad. Has anyone changed a rope seal with crankshaft in?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-30-2023, 08:46 AM
Replies: 251
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
With this 76 engine I assume I would need to get...

With this 76 engine I assume I would need to get a new flywheel with a smaller register hole because the newer crank registers are smaller. Is this correct?

Also, the block is a 76 and has been...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-29-2023, 04:50 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
He said oil pressure around 35 (asked him to...

He said oil pressure around 35 (asked him to clarify hot, idle, cold??) He said temp a little over 200 degrees. Got the video of it running...Actually sound quite nice & healthy... not noisy... Is...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-29-2023, 04:05 PM
Replies: 251
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Okay..thanks. i asked him what car it came out...

Okay..thanks. i asked him what car it came out of and how long its been out. Also asked him what was done to the engine when it was rebuilt.Here are some more answers ...

1. I have a 1971...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-28-2023, 05:47 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Post re-appeared... ...

Post re-appeared...

https://longisland.craigslist.org/pts/d/manorville-pontiac-400-motor/7681612078.html
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-28-2023, 04:18 PM
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
I found another 400 on craigslist that posted...

I found another 400 on craigslist that posted today... It's a 76 which I know are not the most desirable blocks but sounds like it shouldn't need a lot of machine shop work... I asked several...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-28-2023, 09:45 AM
Replies: 251
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Posted By 79 Phoenix
Yes, seems very high. I blew up the photo of the...

Yes, seems very high. I blew up the photo of the top of the piston and see what may be a .040.

I'm almost tempted to go get the $500 one but what if I get there and find it's not really a 400? It...
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