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Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-29-2020, 02:23 PM
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Posted By MXTex
how does 65 gto grill bolt to front end

I purchased my 1965 GTO disassembled. To this end, it's not intuitively obvious to me how the front grill is attached to the front end. I'd be most appreciative of any pics showing this. Or a copy...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-29-2020, 09:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,074
Posted By MXTex
Thank you very much for all the feedback and...

Thank you very much for all the feedback and suggestions. And special thanks to dataway for the VERY generous offer. I'm currently in a holding pattern on this while I explore my options.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-29-2020, 09:15 PM
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Views: 1,706
Posted By MXTex
Thank you very much for all the suggestions and...

Thank you very much for all the suggestions and feedback. I'm currently in a holding pattern exploring my options.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-26-2020, 08:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,074
Posted By MXTex
Looking for suggestions on how to bend up some sheet metal replacement pieces

I'm looking for feedback on how to bend up some sheet metal replacement pieces (without special tools) for the front fenders on my 1965 gto. Pictures are attached. I've saved the cut out pieces to...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-26-2020, 08:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,706
Posted By MXTex
541085 541086Thanks for the additional...

541085

541086Thanks for the additional feedback. I went ahead and broke out the spot weld remover and cutting disc. Pics of the results included herein. Using the cut outs as templates, I'll...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-25-2020, 02:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,706
Posted By MXTex
Took the drivers fender off and got to removing...

Took the drivers fender off and got to removing paint. It would appear the rust is pretty much everywhere between the fender and inner fender brace. I some areas, it has eaten through the fender. ...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-24-2020, 08:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,706
Posted By MXTex
Fender options: what would you recommend

Included herein are pictures of the front fenders on my 1965 gto. The further I dig into them, the more rust rot I find. Previous body man simply filled the holes with bondo. Anyway, they need...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-23-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,856
Posted By MXTex
Thank you VERY much for the replies. Very, very...

Thank you VERY much for the replies. Very, very helpful. Do any of you recognize this part? It's another that came with the car which I don't recognize540781. Thank you.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-22-2020, 02:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,856
Posted By MXTex
Thank you for the feedback. I did positively...

Thank you for the feedback. I did positively identify 1 and 2 as air baffles that fit on the lower core support. Any further feedback on 4, 5, 6 and 7 would be appreciated.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-22-2020, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,856
Posted By MXTex
Need help identifying these parts please.

I purchased this car (1965 GTO) in parts. Need some help identifying a few of them. Would appreciate any assistance. Pictures attached herein.540737

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Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-19-2020, 05:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,561
Posted By MXTex
Update: The 3rd brake booster worked! What a...

Update: The 3rd brake booster worked! What a relief. While I felt pretty confident in my troubleshooting, in the back of my mind I was still thinking; 'what are the odds?' Anyway, it worked. For...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-06-2020, 08:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,561
Posted By MXTex
Thanks to everyone for the feedback. It's good...

Thanks to everyone for the feedback. It's good to know that my testing is legit. And it's disappointing to know that such low quality parts are being sold to us hobbyist (especially brake...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-05-2020, 05:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,561
Posted By MXTex
Thanks Ted. I've tried the pedal test and it...

Thanks Ted. I've tried the pedal test and it does not further depress when the engine is started. And yes, I'm struggling with 2 boosters in a row being bad, Makes me wonder if my vacuum testing...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-05-2020, 04:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,561
Posted By MXTex
Brake Booster troubleshooting help please

The power assist feature of my newly installed brake system is not working. The system is comprised of four wheel discs (C5 up front, LS1 out back). All new lines. New 9" booster, proportioning...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-06-2019, 11:21 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 26,284
Posted By MXTex
Impressive

Impressive
Forum: Pontiac - Street 09-23-2019, 05:11 PM
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Views: 152,563
Posted By MXTex
:horn:

:horn:
Forum: YOUR BEST PONTIAC STORIES 09-22-2019, 10:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,156
Posted By MXTex
No, I never tried to find it. But I do wonder if...

No, I never tried to find it. But I do wonder if it's still around.
Forum: YOUR BEST PONTIAC STORIES 09-19-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,156
Posted By MXTex
The summer of 1978

The summer of 1978 was full of firsts for me. I was 15 years old and got my first job. Drank my first beer. Had my first smoke. Kissed a girl for the first time. And most importantly, I saw the...
Forum: 61-77 GTO, Tempest & LeMans Parts For SALE 08-06-2019, 02:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,922
Posted By MXTex
Interested. PM sent.

Interested. PM sent.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-30-2019, 05:26 PM
Replies: 1,465
Views: 152,563
Posted By MXTex
If I understand correctly; when the motor let go...

If I understand correctly; when the motor let go on the dyno, the crankshaft and two connecting rods were damaged. If/when this motor gets disassembled (which I think is inevitable), I'd recommend...
Forum: Interior TECH 07-10-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,258
Posted By MXTex
2005 GTO seats in 1965 GTO

Hello, I'm researching installation of 2005 GTO seats in a 1965 GTO. Looking for some detail on how this is done properly. I've heard they might sit a little high. If this is the case they won't...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 02-11-2019, 04:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 374
Posted By MXTex
1965 GTO dash top panel repair options

I purchased a lower windshield repair panel from Ames (part # G134K) to fix the rusted lower channel. When it arrived I noticed that it is actually made for a 64 - 67 Chevelle. This got me to...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-13-2018, 12:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,519
Posted By MXTex
I'm not a camshaft expert and do not profess to...

I'm not a camshaft expert and do not profess to be. That said, as I understand things what makes the Voodoo line unique is very quick ramp profiles. This is evidenced by the advertised and 0.050...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-12-2018, 04:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,519
Posted By MXTex
Here are a couple of videos of a Voodoo 703 in a...

Here are a couple of videos of a Voodoo 703 in a Pontiac 428. 62 heads, 9.5 CR, Ram Air exhaust manifolds.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1Sp6dSCneI
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Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-06-2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 22,568
Posted By MXTex
That's very clever.

That's very clever.
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