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Forum: Electrical Tech 05-07-2024, 11:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 90
Posted By OG68
I should have said; the factory connected the...

I should have said; the factory connected the wires from both switches to the same firewall plug terminal and then ran a single wire to the light.
Forum: Electrical Tech 05-07-2024, 08:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 90
Posted By OG68
In 67 the factory connected the grounds from both...

In 67 the factory connected the grounds from both switches at the firewall plug, and then ran a single wire to the light. If you wanted a clean looking setup you could duplicate that with a spare...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-05-2024, 01:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 174
Posted By OG68
You may have a base plate from a different year. ...

You may have a base plate from a different year. That large port wasn't on 68 carbs. Power brakes use manifold vacuum from the rear baseplate opening. So move the PCV hose to the brass manifold...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-05-2024, 10:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 174
Posted By OG68
You already have it (Vacuum valve at the rear...

You already have it (Vacuum valve at the rear with a black plastic cover). And unless you're doing a concours restoration you don't need it.
The only thing missing from your air cleaner snorkel are...
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-30-2024, 05:16 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,646
Posted By OG68
My 26 year old daughter and her husband sat in my...

My 26 year old daughter and her husband sat in my incomplete 68 the other day. It will be her car when the time comes. She has helped me with it from time to time and almost knows how to drive a...
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-26-2024, 04:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 437
Posted By OG68
No shame in being anal about electrical work.

No shame in being anal about electrical work.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 04-20-2024, 11:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 929
Posted By OG68
Truck System Technologies. Added them to my...

Truck System Technologies. Added them to my Airstream over three years ago. Accurate and easy to install.
...
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-17-2024, 05:28 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 17,772
Posted By OG68
From Wikipedia The model line-up for 1970...

From Wikipedia

The model line-up for 1970 initially featured 13 models. The base model "Fairlane 500", was available in a 2-door hardtop, 4-door sedan, and 4-door wagon.
Next the mid-level...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-12-2024, 08:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 606
Posted By OG68
I heard that some had metal backing too. Maybe...

I heard that some had metal backing too. Maybe from you lol. Since my car was built before yours I wonder if it was a vendor sourcing issue. Would love to have the 68 Assembly Manual page for...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-12-2024, 05:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 606
Posted By OG68
Hmm. The thin vinyl woodgrain is the only one I'm...

Hmm. The thin vinyl woodgrain is the only one I'm aware of and it, as you said, requires the backer.
Our sponsor sells the backer and yes it's $100 and you do need it. Without it, the pebbly dash...
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-01-2024, 09:12 PM
Replies: 490
Views: 36,061
Posted By OG68
Its easy to repair your own.. Service manual...

Its easy to repair your own.. Service manual explains how.
Numerous vendors out there selling the parts. The only special tool you'll need is a toothpick.
...
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-31-2024, 09:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,374
Posted By OG68
New transit rail cars from Siemens in Sacramento...

New transit rail cars from Siemens in Sacramento are shrink wrapped before transport by truck or rail. Also seen Teslas and Porsches shipped that way
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-30-2024, 11:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 780
Posted By OG68
Pontiac sourced from two different vendors for...

Pontiac sourced from two different vendors for the lighter over several years. The Ames catalog has a good description of how to tell the difference.
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-29-2024, 09:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 825
Posted By OG68
Also found on the 68 Grand Prix. Never know...

Also found on the 68 Grand Prix. Never know where they can pop up from
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-29-2024, 02:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 825
Posted By OG68
It's called a 'COVER'. Not shown in the 68 MPC...

It's called a 'COVER'.
Not shown in the 68 MPC illustration.
Shown in the 69 Assembly manual but no part number provided
Finally found a diagram in the GTO restoration guide.

Part is listed...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-27-2024, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 886
Posted By OG68
Chicken wire was used in the 68/69 Pontiac A...

Chicken wire was used in the 68/69 Pontiac A bodies.
However, the plastic inserts are shown in the 69 assembly manual in addition to the screen.

I don't ever recall seeing a 69 with the...
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-23-2024, 04:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,210
Posted By OG68
Check your firewall plugs.

Check your firewall plugs.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-22-2024, 07:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 710
Posted By OG68
Due to the age of our vehicles and the unknown...

Due to the age of our vehicles and the unknown quality of the imported glass, I think it's important to dry fit the glass first and cut the spacers to the thickness required. You want the glass...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-21-2024, 09:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 710
Posted By OG68
Body shop should have used spacers to set the...

Body shop should have used spacers to set the glass.

Scroll down to bottom of the page.
https://www.rustreplace.com/home/technical-tips/downloads
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-21-2024, 06:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,751
Posted By OG68
Same here. My 06 Silverado with the same...

Same here. My 06 Silverado with the same equipment will downshift to first when I hit the pedal hard and stay on it until I'm at merging speed. That low gear in the 4L60 will rev up to 5300 rpm...
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-17-2024, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10,219
Views: 1,729,236
Posted By OG68
For California registration. Unless DMV was...

For California registration. Unless DMV was notified it was a non-op, they assume it's been running without up to date tags and will charge for previous years not paid. With additional penalties...
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-15-2024, 09:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,403
Posted By OG68
Front tire straps and safety chain

Front tire straps and safety chain
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-15-2024, 01:22 PM
Replies: 490
Views: 36,061
Posted By OG68
Nearing the end of the interior install of my 68...

Nearing the end of the interior install of my 68 restoration. A lot of mistakes, adjustments made and now finally putting it all together.
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-15-2024, 01:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 394
Posted By OG68
122 may be the manifest number; This number...

122 may be the manifest number;

This number is found on the Fremont Body Broadcast Sheet and Trim Broadcast Sheet and can be from 4 to 6 digits. It is of no significance today unless Fremont...
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-14-2024, 12:31 AM
Replies: 10,219
Views: 1,729,236
Posted By OG68
Another rusty California car. Living next to SF...

Another rusty California car. Living next to SF bay does that.

65 Tempest hardtop. 326 4 speed $2000

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/rodeo-65-pontiac-tempest/7726957269.html
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