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06-06-2020, 04:06 PM
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Bought Me A 66 GTO Today
Search is over. Flew to Chicago and made a deal on a ‘66. Currently painted Nightwatch Blue. Running the original block and heads, which were rebuilt, and a little more cam added. Topped with a ‘66 tripower. Motor sounds good, and runs strong. Ralley dash, 4 spd, console, non ac car. Trans rebuilt, centerforce clutch, quicker ratio power steering, disc brakes up front. The original 3:55 rear was all refurbished and new bushings, but he sourced a 2:93 rear and installed that. 3:55 comes with car. Also, frame was removed, cleaned, painted, and all new suspension and bushings. Now, to get it home.
There is one issue that I need to dig into though. The passenger door will not open by the exterior handle. Inner handle works fine. 
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#2
06-06-2020, 04:14 PM
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Couple more pics.
   
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#3
06-06-2020, 06:46 PM
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Very nice car!
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#4
06-09-2020, 11:05 AM
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Nice car, good choice!
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#5
06-06-2020, 05:04 PM
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The car looks great!
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#6
06-06-2020, 05:42 PM
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Congratulations, you got one!
I’m sure you will find items that maybe need attention or upgrading. That’s the fun of the hobby. One thing I may suggest is the radiator. A higher performance engine, such as the “Factory“ 360 HP Tri-Power motor would have come with the larger (thicker 4 core) radiator. It seems your 66 has the thinner 3 core version. Also FYI, as always someone installed the valve covers backwards/wrong sides  Good luck and have fun. Chris.
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1) 65 GTO Survivor. 43,440 Original Miles. “Factory” Mayfair Maize Paint with Black Pinstripe, Black Cordova Top, Black Interior, OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Purchased from the Lady that bought it new. Baltimore Built (11A). 2) 66 GTO Survivor. “Factory” Cameo Ivory Paint with Red Pinstripe, Red Interior. OEM Numbers Matching Powertrain. Tri-Power (OEM Vacuum Linkage), Automatic "YR" code (1759 Produced). Fremont Built (01B), with the Rare 614 Option. |
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#7
06-06-2020, 06:37 PM
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Not that my opinion matters...but i like this car 10 times as much as that last one. I hope you did better than 50K. This car looks like someone drives it. Tried and true.
Enjoy it!
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1978 Black & Gold T/A [complete 70 Ram Air III (carb to pan) PQ and 12 bolt], fully loaded, deluxe, WS6, T-Top car - 1972 Formula 455HO Ram Air numbers matching Julep Green - 1971 T/A 455, 320 CFM Eheads, RP cam, Doug's headers, Fuel injection, TKX 5 Spd. 12 Bolt 3.73, 4 wheel disc. All A/C cars |
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#8
06-06-2020, 06:47 PM
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Congrats
I been following your thread I am a 67 guy but if you need any parts I would be happy to donate to your new toy Good luck |
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#9
06-06-2020, 07:12 PM
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SCORE! Yep, I like that one.
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#10
06-06-2020, 07:35 PM
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And the door latch is an easy fix. Nice car.
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Ed 1968 GTO (Thanks Mom) 2006 Silverado 2007 Cadillac SRX 2015 Chevy Express  
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#11
06-06-2020, 07:55 PM
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Enjoy it!
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LEAD, FOLLOW, OR GET THE HE!! OUT OF THE WAY!!! HONEST JERRY'S SPEED AND EQUIPMENT
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#12
06-06-2020, 08:12 PM
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Drives very well. Even with the taller gearing, it has some peppy acceleration. Need to get the 3:55 back under it. Fairly warm here today, and put a few miles on it, freeway and side roads. Temp stayed solid at 190-192. There are a few little things that could use some attention, but its mostly minor items. His asking price was 35k, so I felt I did ok on it, with money left in the bank.
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#13
06-10-2020, 12:51 PM
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PM me if interested! Looks like a really nice car.. congratulations! |
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#14
06-10-2020, 02:15 PM
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66 gto
Very nice, looks solid, the 3:55’s need to go back in it..make the difference you are looking for.. posi I assume? I had a 65,66 and 67 goat, now have a 66 2+2 tripower car..love the 66 lines on both cars.
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#15
06-10-2020, 03:36 PM
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#16
06-06-2020, 11:57 PM
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Congratulations! Looks like a very nice car for the price. Have fun with it!
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#17
06-07-2020, 12:23 AM
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Sweet looking car! Congrats on finding your dream ride. Enjoy it
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Don't rush me - it's only year 20 of the 3 year restoration! 68 GTO convertible YS M40, A/C, PS, PB-disc, Posi-T, PW, P-seat, AM-FM stereo 8-track, P-ant, P-trunk lid, Tilt-S, Rally gauges, Hideaways C1 224 Triple white |
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#18
06-07-2020, 01:24 AM
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Try working the door lock knob up and down a couple times. Then, make sure it is all the way up. If it is off a little bit the exterior door handle won't work.
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Remember no one is perfect. Everyone's butt has a crack in it! |
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#19
06-07-2020, 01:27 AM
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Forgot to add, I like that car lot. Enjoy it.
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#20
06-07-2020, 01:32 AM
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A goat with a manual and in a great color is always a winner.
Congrats! Get out and enjoy it. |
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