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Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-07-2024, 05:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 506
Posted By MIke L
Does ethanol free fuel have the same...

Does ethanol free fuel have the same considerations?

A mechanic friend of mine told me that my 389 with stock 77 heads, intake and a Carter 750 carb would “run like it never did” if I used it 100%...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-23-2024, 04:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,694
Posted By MIke L
NGK's lookup table recommended XR5s for a '67...

NGK's lookup table recommended XR5s for a '67 GTO. it's a 13/16 gasket seat, projected tip, seems legit? Cross reference charts show it to be equivalent to R44S or Autolite 85, so one heat range...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-26-2023, 08:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 591
Posted By MIke L
Thanks Guys Mike

Thanks Guys





Mike
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-25-2023, 05:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 591
Posted By MIke L
Cleaning inside oil breather cap / ATF for PS

Merry Christmas to everyone!!

2 quick questions if I may….

1st
I want to clean the inside of my oil breather cap on my ‘65. 389
Anybody ever do that?
If so how did you do it, if at all?
...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-15-2023, 03:51 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,581
Posted By MIke L
I use whatever something is intended for. I...

I use whatever something is intended for.
I use ATF in the trans, just oil in the crankcase, antifreeze in the radiator etc etc.

I have too much money invested in my 65 and not enough to do it...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 09:58 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By MIke L
Yep You’re exactly right Comin out in the...

Yep
You’re exactly right
Comin out in the morning

Thanks again guys




Mike
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 07:02 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By MIke L
Thanks Fellas for your reply’s! I know it’s...

Thanks Fellas for your reply’s!

I know it’s been over 8 yrs since since it was drained and refilled.
It has a light green tint and I tested it using one of those hand held tester’s and the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By MIke L
So, I guess the bottom line is if you don’t know...

So, I guess the bottom line is if you don’t know what is in your engine, the most prudent thing to do is NOT just drain and fill as some do.

Just do a complete flush and start over because what...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-11-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By MIke L
If you just drain and fill the radiator without a...

If you just drain and fill the radiator without a flush, do we need to be absolutely certain what was used so we’re not mixing different brands with what is left in the block??

I ask because I...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-07-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,466
Posted By MIke L
I was gonna start a thread on this but maybe this...

I was gonna start a thread on this but maybe this would be a good spot…..
Are all antifreeze products the same?

Is one better than another in lowering and maintaining temperature, or does the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-31-2023, 03:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 904
Posted By MIke L
For what it’s worth…, I was told that either...

For what it’s worth…,
I was told that either the X or H should be placed at the closest junction to where the pipes come the closest.
Don’t know if it is true or not, but that’s what I did.

On...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-03-2023, 01:11 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
Absolutely, How can I not?? �� As I said...

Absolutely, How can I not?? ��

As I said above, I love the way this thread has morphed into something that could help everyone.

I Agree with Tom Vaught, this entire thread should be a sticky....
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-01-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
This thread has morphed into one of the most...

This thread has morphed into one of the most interesting, informative and thoughtful ones I’ve read here or anywhere else in a long time!

I don’t have the technical knowledge to contribute much,...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-30-2023, 02:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
Vcho455.. To answer your question above…. ...

Vcho455..
To answer your question above….

Nunzi 2041HL recommended by him
222/232 @50
.453 / .470 lift with 1.52 lifters
175 Spring Height
125 Closed Spring Pressure/ 290 Open
70 O/L
113...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-30-2023, 12:52 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
To answer your question…. I have a Nunzi 2041...

To answer your question….
I have a Nunzi 2041 HL cam recommended by him.
222/232 @50
.453 / .470 lift with 1.52 lifter’s
175 Spring Height
125 Closed spring pressure, 290 open
70 O/L
113...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-29-2023, 09:42 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
Thank You Fellas for all your responses! ...

Thank You Fellas for all your responses!

With the T4 not listing any “S” rating anymore that’s what prompted me to ask.
At the last meeting of our local GTOAA Assoc chapter I asked what everyone...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-28-2023, 08:28 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,174
Posted By MIke L
Ditto

Ditto
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-28-2023, 01:43 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
Thanks for the contact information You’re...

Thanks for the contact information

You’re right of course.
it’s just over the years I’ve come to respect the opinion of the members here such as yourself.

That’s why I asked
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-28-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
It is, that’s my point. Those are the only...

It is, that’s my point.
Those are the only ratings listed now, where in the past I remember it having an S rating also and now there isn’t.



Mike
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-28-2023, 12:18 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,347
Posted By MIke L
Rotella Ratings Change?

Good Morning
I don’t post much but try to read everything which leads me to this…
I wanted to go back to using 15/40 Rotella T4 conventional oil and stop using 20/50 VR1 Racing Oil on my ‘65 389. ...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-17-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 772
Posted By MIke L
Thank You so much fir your kind offer!! ...

Thank You so much fir your kind offer!!
Unfortunately I already purchased a set and put them on so I’m all set

I appreciate it!




Mike
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-11-2023, 06:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 772
Posted By MIke L
Thanks Yeah, it’s one of those things that I...

Thanks
Yeah, it’s one of those things that I just didn’t give much thought too.
Like I said, there’s no indication of a problem at all but thought it’s about time.

Don’t really need the date...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-11-2023, 04:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 772
Posted By MIke L
65 Plug Wires

Hey Fellas:
I searched on here for an answer to this before I posted but I thought I’d ask anyway.

Currently I’m using the AC Premium Silicone 7mm wires that have been on the car for over 20...
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-11-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,883
Posted By MIke L
After owning my 65 for 31 yrs and trying most...

After owning my 65 for 31 yrs and trying most everything, this what I use and have no reason to change anything.

303 for tires…
It leaves a satin sheen and has the best UV protection

Lemon...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-03-2022, 07:58 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,524
Posted By MIke L
Go get Meguiars Final Finish #24. I’ve been...

Go get Meguiars Final Finish #24.
I’ve been using that stuff fir 20+ yrs with no complaints.

IMHO it’s perfect for what you want.




Mike
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