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Forum: THE LOBBY 03-30-2024, 08:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,117
Posted By rwfisher
The cover is just going to cause issues and...

The cover is just going to cause issues and you’ll be worried about what is happening under the cover the whole trip.. It will obviously make people even more curious to what’s underneath and really...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-04-2024, 12:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,755
Posted By rwfisher
If you can’t heat it to break it loose get some...

If you can’t heat it to break it loose get some Kroil and soak it down a couple times and let it sit a while. If there is any space between the threads the Kroil will work its way in…
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-20-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,500
Posted By rwfisher
As your looking for a Semi gloss Black I would...

As your looking for a Semi gloss Black I would try the standard POR 15 semi gloss black paint. It is meant to go over rust but on an engine as rough as the casting is it should adhere well. I’ve...
Forum: OHC-6 TECH 11-21-2023, 05:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By rwfisher
Firebird hood latch support…

Firebird hood latch support…
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-24-2023, 12:42 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,719
Posted By rwfisher
Bought a early 2007 base model in 2006 (still...

Bought a early 2007 base model in 2006 (still have) just before the GXP model available. Wasn’t an issue as I had plans to add the DDM MP62 supercharger they were developing. I was one of the 1st...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-03-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,273
Posted By rwfisher
You have to be careful when using longer bolt. ...

You have to be careful when using longer bolt. If it is long enough that it bottoms out and you try to torque it you will pull out any remaining thread on the crank..
Forum: Ames Customer Satisfaction Forum 07-14-2023, 08:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,470
Posted By rwfisher
Was on it this morning. Seems a little cleaner...

Was on it this morning. Seems a little cleaner in design but still difficult to browse parts for model without inputting specific part requests. Other suppliers seem to have a handle on making a...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-09-2023, 11:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,736
Posted By rwfisher
You indicated it was that this is “free” work and...

You indicated it was that this is “free” work and may be expected to take longer than paid work. I would argue you already paid for the work the first time and it failed it’s not free work. He’s...
Forum: Ames Customer Satisfaction Forum 06-26-2023, 08:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 795
Posted By rwfisher
Yea, that’s been an issue for a long time.

Yea, that’s been an issue for a long time.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-11-2023, 08:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,443
Posted By rwfisher
I recently purchased non exhaust related items...

I recently purchased non exhaust related items from RAR and they were delivered within a week. I’m guessing the supply issues are due to whomever were casting the manifolds for them and has only...
Forum: Interior TECH 04-17-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,051
Posted By rwfisher
This thread prompted me to get a request out to...

This thread prompted me to get a request out to JD to quote having my ‘69 Firebird dash pad redone. I know the economy has driven material and labor costs up by I was a bit surprised at this….
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Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-25-2023, 09:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,198
Posted By rwfisher
For the look your after you may want to look at...

For the look your after you may want to look at shops that do Hydrochroming paint process…
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 12-20-2022, 10:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,967
Posted By rwfisher
I had a 1975 Hurst Olds Cutlass I was trying to...

I had a 1975 Hurst Olds Cutlass I was trying to purchase from a dealer in 1979 that had damaged hatches/roof section. At that time it was sent into an authorized center in Canada for the repair. It...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 12-20-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,416
Posted By rwfisher
I have a May 13 1969 WQ block with no S/N on it...

I have a May 13 1969 WQ block with no S/N on it anywhere!! This was removed from a Hondo speed boat built in 1970 so not sure if it was ever in a car…. Unfortunately with a hairline crack across #2...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 12-02-2022, 02:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 909
Posted By rwfisher
I use a Drexel with good fiber cutting wheel to...

I use a Drexel with good fiber cutting wheel to cut an X slot in the rivet heads. Sharp Chisel will slice right thru after that..
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 09-11-2022, 10:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 734
Posted By rwfisher
Maybe a 1969 spring set? Looks like an isolator...

Maybe a 1969 spring set? Looks like an isolator missing also, possibly to make room for the thicker spring set?
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 09-07-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,069
Posted By rwfisher
As suggested filling with a couple coats of base...

As suggested filling with a couple coats of base using a tooth pic should work. Place the paint your going to use as well as a few separate drops of clear on a small plastic lid or something...
Forum: Ames Customer Satisfaction Forum 09-05-2022, 08:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 17,325
Posted By rwfisher
I really want a fat Formula wheel but had heard...

I really want a fat Formula wheel but had heard the quality of the re-pops just isn’t there, this proves it.. Looks like I’ll take my original thin rim and go the leather wrapped route….
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 07-17-2022, 04:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 706
Posted By rwfisher
Oiled Gray Phosphate coated, makes it appear...

Oiled Gray Phosphate coated, makes it appear near black.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-11-2022, 09:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,884
Posted By rwfisher
Moloto all day. Option for pen sizes also.

Moloto all day. Option for pen sizes also.
Forum: All Other Pontiacs WANTED 06-16-2022, 07:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,563
Posted By rwfisher
Join this Facebook group and toss a request up...

Join this Facebook group and toss a request up there. Allot of good members can probably help you find what you want. You didn’t mention if your looking for a base model or GXP but for a nice GXP...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-03-2022, 08:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,415
Posted By rwfisher
You may also have issues with an end rocker...

You may also have issues with an end rocker rubbing the radius of the valve cover. I had to slightly grind my HS rockers on the corners for clearance.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-12-2022, 09:31 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 16,590
Posted By rwfisher
Quick add. May 12 69 48 heads off low mileage...

Quick add. May 12 69 48 heads off low mileage 400, never touched. Chamber volume checked before going off to machine shop. All chambers measured 68cc to 69cc. No X stamp noted. Didn’t get a...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-26-2022, 06:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,023
Posted By rwfisher
I have 2 1969 blocks that both have Engine code...

I have 2 1969 blocks that both have Engine code and EUN stamp but no vin stamp. Both original WQ blocks, cast within 10 days of each other. 1 of unknown original origin the other had been used in a...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 04-04-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 684
Posted By rwfisher
I use one of these as it can do the fine detail...

I use one of these as it can do the fine detail stuff as well as larger with the fan style head. It doesn’t take allot to get used to running a double action brush. What you have will work great...
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