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Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH Yesterday, 01:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 108
Posted By Goatracer1
Can you carefully straighten the bent one? I had...

Can you carefully straighten the bent one? I had a Chrysler mast that was bent but not kinked and with patience managed to straighten it.
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH Yesterday, 01:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 413
Posted By Goatracer1
If the wheels clear the drums you still may not...

If the wheels clear the drums you still may not even get the wheel/tire combo to go into the rear wheel well without a lot of trouble. You will at least have to deflate the tire every time you...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-08-2024, 06:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 511
Posted By Goatracer1
First of all, what's it going in? You may have...

First of all, what's it going in? You may have answered your own question. Build a copy of a stock Q-jet carbed 1971 400 engine. Keep the compression under 9.0 to 1 with a 096 or 097 cam. It will...
Forum: Tri-Power Tech 05-07-2024, 10:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 187
Posted By Goatracer1
1965 carb. I ordered the correct n/s and assumed...

1965 carb. I ordered the correct n/s and assumed it was correct.
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 05-06-2024, 11:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 217
Posted By Goatracer1
Is it like the earlier switches? Black and mounts...

Is it like the earlier switches? Black and mounts to the outside of the column about half way down? If so I've had good luck opening them and cleaning contacts and reassembling. Also there was a...
Forum: Tri-Power Tech 05-06-2024, 11:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 187
Posted By Goatracer1
Worth a try.

Worth a try.
Forum: Tri-Power Tech 05-06-2024, 05:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 187
Posted By Goatracer1
center carb flooding

First of all please read carefully. I have a center carb that floods over on the FIRST start up after the car has been sitting for a few days. After that the carb is fine until the car is parked and...
Forum: Suspension TECH 05-06-2024, 12:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 232
Posted By Goatracer1
That isn't correct. If the wheel is centered it...

That isn't correct. If the wheel is centered it means that it's lined up correctly between the cancelling levers on the directional switch. It doesn't matter where the steering shaft is located. The...
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-06-2024, 12:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 951
Posted By Goatracer1
Champ we have no GM dealerships in town and even...

Champ we have no GM dealerships in town and even if there were Parts dept wouldn't be open after 5PM or on weekends.
Forum: Suspension TECH 05-04-2024, 11:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 232
Posted By Goatracer1
If I am not mistaken the cam has the horn contact...

If I am not mistaken the cam has the horn contact on it and it can only go through the wheel in one place. So, if the wheel is straight then the cancelling cam has to be in the correct location. Do...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-04-2024, 11:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 180
Posted By Goatracer1
If you put lacquer thinner on lacquer the paint...

If you put lacquer thinner on lacquer the paint will come off. If you leave it on a while gasoline will soften it also.
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-04-2024, 11:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 951
Posted By Goatracer1
Like was said earlier "all batteries are made by...

Like was said earlier "all batteries are made by 3-4 companies". I either buy Walmart or Auto Zone because if you have a problem on the road there is one on every corner.
Forum: Electrical Tech 05-03-2024, 08:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 279
Posted By Goatracer1
Your last picture looks like the directional...

Your last picture looks like the directional signal switch pigtail. It is not a clear picture but the ignition switch connector should plug directly into the switch bolted on the base of the column.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-29-2024, 10:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 535
Posted By Goatracer1
Before I retired and still worked as a Chrysler...

Before I retired and still worked as a Chrysler tech the factory told us we could reuse head bolts as long as there was no sign of stretching (necking down).
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-28-2024, 04:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 450
Posted By Goatracer1
I swore that I wasn't going to build any more...

I swore that I wasn't going to build any more cars at my age. At 73 I started a 1962 Bonneville and I'm still at it. Every time I do something major I hope I get to enjoy it. Good luck with your car.
Forum: Suspension TECH 04-27-2024, 07:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 713
Posted By Goatracer1
I have the 9 inch chrome booster and matching...

I have the 9 inch chrome booster and matching master cylinder and I had to back off the pushrod between the booster and master a lot. Good luck.
Forum: Suspension TECH 04-27-2024, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 294
Posted By Goatracer1
The pulsing is caused by the rotors. If there is...

The pulsing is caused by the rotors. If there is enough material machine them or replace if not. I usually pick a middle grade pad. I've found that some really expensive pads don't work well cold and...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 04-24-2024, 11:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By Goatracer1
Apply vacuum to the hose and if the piston moves...

Apply vacuum to the hose and if the piston moves it works. If it is not working Ames sells them PN: PN455J.You set your idle in the normal manner. Dash pot adjustment varies by year and application....
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 04-24-2024, 11:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,425
Posted By Goatracer1
I have been a fan of these transmissions since my...

I have been a fan of these transmissions since my first car, a 1953 Chieftain L8. From just reading what is written here I have learned more. I thought the reason GM discontinued the Hydra-Matic was...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 04-24-2024, 08:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By Goatracer1
If I remember correctly you have an AFB 4bbl with...

If I remember correctly you have an AFB 4bbl with a vacuum dashpot. The dashpot is supposed to prevent that condition. Is it working and adjusted correctly?
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-24-2024, 05:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 234
Posted By Goatracer1
First YX is not the head code. It is a block...

First YX is not the head code. It is a block code. You could have different heads on the block. That said those heads might require the tapered seat plugs. I tried looking for your "17Y" plugs and...
Forum: Members Helping Members 04-24-2024, 03:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 425
Posted By Goatracer1
I found that the ones from Harbor Freight last...

I found that the ones from Harbor Freight last about as long as the name brand ones and are way cheaper.
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-23-2024, 07:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,262
Posted By Goatracer1
I've had exceptional luck with Rock Auto. I was...

I've had exceptional luck with Rock Auto. I was surprised at first that the products were name brand. I have returned one item over the years and that really wasn't defective. I screwed up but they...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 04-20-2024, 03:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 439
Posted By Goatracer1
That;s what would have happened to the fender...

That;s what would have happened to the fender when that car was new. People fixed things. Many years ago I was in a body shop and on the counter there was a before and after picture of a 1930's sedan...
Forum: Suspension TECH 04-18-2024, 11:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 336
Posted By Goatracer1
steering wheel

Does anyone know how to contact the Magnus that recasts the steering wheels. Also is his name Stade or Staade? I have stade.b@telia.com but it won't work.
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