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Forum: Suspension TECH 01-23-2024, 02:05 PM
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Posted By MPKind
I upgraded the entire suspension on my ‘65...

I upgraded the entire suspension on my ‘65 Catalina last fall. It was costly and quite the experience to get it right.

The major issue was the rear springs.

First 65-6 rears are unique to...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-23-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 556
Posted By MPKind
Update: Viking makes 2” extensions so I’m saved....

Update: Viking makes 2” extensions so I’m saved. A longer 24” shock (Monroe’s) is needed for the Cats & GPs when using the 140s since it’ll lift the rear up 2-3 inches. Any OE shock will work the...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-20-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 556
Posted By MPKind
65-6 rear coils ‘n springs

Gonna retry this in the P-8 group.

Having a tough time getting the rear suspension parts to work. Did a full suspension upgrade with PMT arms and sway bar. Viking shocks. New ESPO coil springs....
Forum: Suspension TECH 10-19-2023, 11:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 396
Posted By MPKind
65-66 Catalina rear coils and shocks

Having a tough time getting the rear suspension parts to work. Did a full suspension upgrade with PMT arms and sway bar. Viking shocks. New ESPO coil springs. 140 lb/in. Problem is the new shocks...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-13-2023, 12:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 435
Posted By MPKind
I filled the bowl and did the pressure test. It...

I filled the bowl and did the pressure test. It was below specs. Didn’t do a volume test or vacuum test. The pressure dropped in minutes after shut down. So I think that tells the tale. The check...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-12-2023, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 435
Posted By MPKind
I agree. It’ll idle all day the way it is. It’s a...

I agree. It’ll idle all day the way it is. It’s a QJet setup on a 455. So it thirsty.


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-12-2023, 03:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 435
Posted By MPKind
Fuel pump testing

The pump is a Carter M6907. Street Super pump. Like everything on my car its shelf life got to it before it failed on its own. Between the bad coil and a weak pump it’s been a real challenge to...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-09-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
Would you believe that newer canister coils have...

Would you believe that newer canister coils have a slightly larger diameter than Delcos? They won’t fit in the bracket. It won’t close the part that bolts to the head. There are a couple that are...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-09-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
I stand corrected. Ballast is required with the...

I stand corrected. Ballast is required with the PS20/40 coils by FAST. “The large print giveth, and the small print taketh away.” It failed because it burned out from overload. I f’d up and...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-09-2023, 09:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
No ballast. It’s a ‘65 Pontiac. It has a...

No ballast. It’s a ‘65 Pontiac. It has a resistance wire for running mode. Nothing special about that coil other than it’s advertised to work with a points system. I wouldn’t mount a ballast on the...
Forum: Suspension TECH 08-09-2023, 12:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,143
Posted By MPKind
I’m going thru the same issues. Vibrations at...

I’m going thru the same issues. Vibrations at 60-70. Just installed new rear arms. Uppers are adjustable. More upgrades coming. But just with the new arms and an improved pinion angle, the car...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 11:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
I had it flipped…long day. It was the primary...

I had it flipped…long day. It was the primary that failed. Secondary resistance was ok.

Correction. It was a PS20 coil.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 10:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
It was a PS40 for points. It failed after less...

It was a PS40 for points. It failed after less than 1000 miles.


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 10:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
Update. Did a few more simple tests with the...

Update. Did a few more simple tests with the Flukemeter and culprit was revealed.

It was THE COIL! What a shock. HA!

Pulled out the old MOTOR manual to see what the ohm range should be. The...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
I have not checked any induction on the coil wire...

I have not checked any induction on the coil wire with the timing light yet. I did pull it off the dist and held it next to a ground strap while cranking. It didn’t arc. Appears to be in the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 07:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,056
Posted By MPKind
Suddenly no spark

Been getting occasional cut outs at hard acceleration up around 5k in 1st gear. Been going back and forth between fuel pump or ignition.

Thought it was the pump since the tach stayed at the RPM....
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-13-2023, 11:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,328
Posted By MPKind
Another forum member installed the front kit with...

Another forum member installed the front kit with coil overs on a wagon I think. It’s $3000 all day. Whether your racing or touring, the improvements are substantial. I’m getting the whole package....
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 07-07-2023, 08:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 789
Posted By MPKind
Nice to be retired. I was at the site and I...

Nice to be retired. I was at the site and I thought the previous parts package to convert a ‘65 P8 used GM truck calipers and rotors. Now they’re using Mopar stuff?

Step one is to upgrade to a...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 07-06-2023, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 789
Posted By MPKind
Manual Disc/Drum Brakes

At some point I’ll upgrade my front brakes to disc (Scarebird), but I don’t want a booster. I’ve seen other 60s GM and Mopars with manual disc/drum setups. Not exactly sure if a ‘67 dual manual brake...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-04-2023, 02:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,328
Posted By MPKind
PMT Fabrication DOES make the rear sway bar for...

PMT Fabrication DOES make the rear sway bar for the 65-8 B-Body. I emailed them last weekend, later talked to the owner on the phone. Very knowledgable. The bar isn't shown on the website, but...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-03-2023, 08:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,328
Posted By MPKind
Arm width is 1.12”, but what’s the width of the...

Arm width is 1.12”, but what’s the width of the control arm bushing. I ask because the aftermarket arm appears to be the same width as the arm bushing. It could make up for the 1/2” shim you are...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-02-2023, 11:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,328
Posted By MPKind
How much wider is the bushing than the arm where...

How much wider is the bushing than the arm where the bar is attached?
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-02-2023, 01:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,328
Posted By MPKind
I've been researching rear suspension parts for...

I've been researching rear suspension parts for '65 and there's not a lot of options. I'm upgrading my stamped steel rear bars to PMT Fab ones. There is no other source for aftermarket rear control...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-01-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 674
Posted By MPKind
Those 70s Pontiac B Body bars work fine on the...

Those 70s Pontiac B Body bars work fine on the 65-8 cars, but they do mount a bit more forward than the ideal location. My car is in the shop getting new rear control arms. The shop thinks they can...
Forum: SOLD Parts 06-07-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,475
Posted By MPKind
Yeah. All I saw was the carb no. Saw that...

Yeah. All I saw was the carb no. Saw that afterwards. No big deal.


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