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Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 02-12-2019, 01:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,112
Posted By Red74Goat
I don't know of an online wiring diagram, but I...

I don't know of an online wiring diagram, but I have a copy of the 1974 GM Pontiac Service Manual and it has the foldout wiring diagrams in the back. Probably worthwhile investment if you have a...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 11-19-2018, 03:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,548
Posted By Red74Goat
1974 GTO VIN number decoding

When evaluating a possible 1974 GTO for purchase, the prospective buyer can do some quick due diligence to see if it is a factory produced '74 GTO or a "tribute" or "clone". The first seven digits of...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 11-15-2018, 10:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,405
Posted By Red74Goat
What are the first six digits of your VIN #? From...

What are the first six digits of your VIN #? From 1st thru 5th digiit, should be 2 for Pontiac, Y or Z for base or custom Ventura, 17 or 27 for hatchback or coupe, B for 350 cu 200hp engine, 4 for...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 04-12-2018, 10:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,205
Posted By Red74Goat
I didn't install speed bleeders. I was doing a...

I didn't install speed bleeders. I was doing a replacement of my rear leaf springs and the four shocks on the car at the same time, so to keep it simpler, I decided to just replace the old rusty...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 03-15-2018, 01:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,205
Posted By Red74Goat
I looked up some possible options online and...

I looked up some possible options online and found BrakeBest Bleeder Screws. It said the 5/16"-24 screw, part# H9403-2, should fit the rear drum brakes and the 3/8"-24 screw, part# H9402-2, should...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 03-14-2018, 09:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,205
Posted By Red74Goat
Suggestions for Brake Speed Bleeder Screws

I have '74 GTO and will be replacing brake bleeder screws.

Does anyone have experience with using speed bleeder screws on original '74 front disc and rear drum brake setup? What brands worked...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 11-15-2017, 01:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,642
Posted By Red74Goat
I've had my '74 GTO for 44 years, and have spent...

I've had my '74 GTO for 44 years, and have spent the last few years refreshing it,

To follow-up on 1stgenbird and importsmasher, I agree, tracking down parts is often a slow process. I even found...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 08-22-2017, 04:20 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,268
Posted By Red74Goat
OK, thanks Dennis. Your photo inspired me to...

OK, thanks Dennis.

Your photo inspired me to swap out my rear leaf springs. I plan to contact Eaton Spring for some rear leaf springs for a winter project on my '74. My car was made in the Detroit...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 08-20-2017, 12:54 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,268
Posted By Red74Goat
Dennis, What shocks do you have on your '74?...

Dennis,

What shocks do you have on your '74?

Thanks,
Dan
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 08-03-2017, 04:43 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,268
Posted By Red74Goat
Thanks for sending the picture Dennis! Very...

Thanks for sending the picture Dennis! Very helpful to see what your leaf spring's arch looks like compared to mine. I also appreciate the information about Eaton Spring making them; I had been...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 08-03-2017, 01:33 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,268
Posted By Red74Goat
Dennis, Great looking '74. I have the...

Dennis,
Great looking '74. I have the originals on my '74 and have been thinking about replacing then or having them re-arched if they have lost some of their arch over the past 44 years. I'm not...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 05-26-2017, 12:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,434
Posted By Red74Goat
I don't think this URL is good for the ebay...

I don't think this URL is good for the ebay sale, but it does come up when you type in "1974 GTO" on ebay, looks like it is posted to expire in four days.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-26-2017, 12:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 668
Posted By Red74Goat
Thanks again guys for all of the suggestions. ...

Thanks again guys for all of the suggestions.

I made sure it was flat by running the adapter over 600 grit wet/dry on a glass plate. Then I addressed the possibility of bottoming out the hidden,...
Forum: 71-77 Ventura including 74 GTO TECH 05-25-2017, 07:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,434
Posted By Red74Goat
Looks like same car is now available on ebay for...

Looks like same car is now available on ebay for $54,900

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1974-Pontiac-GTO-/252954219098?hash=item3ae53f125a:g:mKAAAOSwuMZZJHcy&vxp=mtr
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-24-2017, 12:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 668
Posted By Red74Goat
Will, what did you do to tighten that allen key...

Will, what did you do to tighten that allen key cap screw that is inside of the RARE aluminum oil filter adapter on your FB LB manifolds? I torqued all of the other bolts to 18 ft/lb, but I find the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-24-2017, 11:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 668
Posted By Red74Goat
I checked the possible valve cover leak and that...

I checked the possible valve cover leak and that is solid. I double checked the "hidden" bolt in the RARE aluminum adapter bottoming out and I am putting a brass washer on the allen key cap screw to...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-23-2017, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 668
Posted By Red74Goat
Thanks for the inputs. After double...

Thanks for the inputs.

After double checking the flatness and cleaning the surfaces with Brake Clean and alcohol, for a gasket sealer on the Felpro oil filter housing gasket, would you recommend...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-22-2017, 11:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 668
Posted By Red74Goat
Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak

I have RARE LB-1 exhaust manifolds, which require an aluminum adapter between the oil filter housing and the block. The adapter has an "oil filter mount to block gasket" on either side of it. The...
Forum: Suspension TECH 04-07-2017, 01:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 144
Posted By Red74Goat
Grease for tie rod ball joints

Anyone have any suggestions for the best grease for tie rod ends? Seems an type LB or GC-LB grease is best. Any specific brands that anyone recommends?

Thanks
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-27-2017, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,205
Posted By Red74Goat
Thanks for the quick replies. I'll check them out...

Thanks for the quick replies. I'll check them out this week. Look like just what I need! :)
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-27-2017, 01:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,205
Posted By Red74Goat
Cap type oil filter wrench for ACDelco PF61 or Wix 51522

Can anyone recommend a source for a cap type oil filter wrench for the ACDelco PF61 or Wix 51522 small diameter filters? I'm looking for the type of wrench that fits on the bottom of the oil filter...
Forum: Suspension TECH 02-11-2017, 03:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 645
Posted By Red74Goat
Looking at the spec sheet in my hands, for the V8...

Looking at the spec sheet in my hands, for the V8 X-body looks like the J / K values are 9.72" / 10.05" for the 3 gals of fuel in the tank (slight forward slope); the J /K values are 9.60" / 9.51"...
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-31-2017, 11:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 645
Posted By Red74Goat
Got a copy of the 1974 Pontiac Assembly Manual....

Got a copy of the 1974 Pontiac Assembly Manual. Here is the page regarding the front/back "Rocker Panel Heights" from that manual. Great having the assembly manual as a reference for the original...
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-20-2017, 01:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 645
Posted By Red74Goat
Bruce, thanks for the added insight regarding...

Bruce, thanks for the added insight regarding potential handling impact of changing the front/rear stance ratio.

Dan
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-20-2017, 12:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 645
Posted By Red74Goat
Thanks for the sources for quality replacement...

Thanks for the sources for quality replacement leaf springs, I appreciate it.

Dan
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