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Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 07-13-2022, 11:18 PM
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Pictures

Do these help? 69 Firebird
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-23-2020, 03:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,617
Posted By dakotadog
Thank you for all the great advice. Even...

Thank you for all the great advice. Even though it might not be n"needed" I do want to take a look at the butler e-heads Might just be fun project I'll do the compression and leakdown and...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-23-2020, 10:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,617
Posted By dakotadog
The fuel system is a Carter mechanical pump...

The fuel system is a Carter mechanical pump feeding a Holley pressure regulator I have AN-6 line running from the fuel tank and bypasses the in-tank pickup and filter. I dialed back the fuel...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-22-2020, 09:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,617
Posted By dakotadog
So it's really my seat of the pants dyno.... ...

So it's really my seat of the pants dyno.... The car has great throttle response, but acceleration and off the line it seems to have slowed way down I have done multiple tune-ups It doesn't...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-22-2020, 08:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,617
Posted By dakotadog
I live in Metrowest - Framingham

I live in Metrowest - Framingham
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-22-2020, 08:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,617
Posted By dakotadog
Not too many miles probably in the 15K range I...

Not too many miles probably in the 15K range I live in Massachusetts and the season is short
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-22-2020, 06:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,617
Posted By dakotadog
Help with 455 refresh

I used to post here quite regularly, but it's been a while. I am now looking to the forum for a little wisdom as my current combo is feeling a little tired. I am thinking about a rebuild this...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-11-2014, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 176
Posted By dakotadog
speedo cable

I managed to break the cast aluminum speedo cable nut when the transmission was coming out.... Is there a replacement nut or am I SOL and need the whole cable. It's a Muncie M-20 and a 69...
Forum: Electrical Tech 08-07-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 256
Posted By dakotadog
I suspected as much - the plug shape doesn't...

I suspected as much - the plug shape doesn't match the stock radio. maybe there's a pigtail that came off the radio that i am missing.....
Forum: Electrical Tech 08-07-2013, 12:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 256
Posted By dakotadog
Dash Harness Question for 69 Firebird

I am replacing the under dash harness on my 69 Firebird I have a new harneess from M&H . There is a connector that tails out by the clock. Yellow and grey wires in a brown plug. Can't seem to find...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 08-02-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 193
Posted By dakotadog
simple wiring question

I am replacing the under dash harness on my 69. There is a connector that tails out by the clock. Yellow and grey wires in a brown plug. Can't seem to find it on the wring diagram or in the car. ...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-15-2010, 12:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By dakotadog
Anyone having heat soak issues with a summit mini starter?

So here's the scoop....

This is the second Summit starter that I have had on the car, When cold it cranks and starts beautifully. When hot I get a grind or slow cranking out of the starter. ...
Forum: Electrical Tech 07-15-2010, 08:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 212
Posted By dakotadog
I looking at my original post I guess I should...

I looking at my original post I guess I should have been clearer. I have a bad connection/broken wire somewhere underdash. If I unbolt and lower the steering column I can get the car to crank.Move...
Forum: Electrical Tech 07-14-2010, 11:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 212
Posted By dakotadog
Starter solenoid circuit 69 FB

Still trying to chase down a problem in the starter circuit on a 69 FB. I just need a sanity check here. Which wires are needed to initiate the solenoid and begin cranking. I believe that the red...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 07-13-2010, 02:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 141
Posted By dakotadog
It's a 4 speed so no column shift or neutral...

It's a 4 speed so no column shift or neutral safety. I have already bypassed the clutch safety with no improvements. The hunt will continue tonight
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 07-13-2010, 12:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 141
Posted By dakotadog
Broken wire driving me crazy - need help...

Ok I have a 69 firebird with a gremlin somewhere. If I unbolt the steering column and leave it loose then the car cranks normally. Raise the column up even an inch and the car won't crank at all. ...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-17-2010, 11:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 254
Posted By dakotadog
Lakewood Bellhousing doesn't fit

I have what I beleive to be a Lakewood Pontiac bellhousing and block plate that was a swap meet special (starter bump in the correct place) As part of my winter wrenching I had to remove the...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 08-27-2009, 01:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 233
Posted By dakotadog
If they are riveted on then someone other than...

If they are riveted on then someone other than the factory did that. There are a number of screws in through the top and on the underside where the visors attach. Mine were rusted in place and...
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-22-2009, 03:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 318
Posted By dakotadog
I had thought the angle on the transmission...

I had thought the angle on the transmission should be negative as well. When I measured it I attached the magnetic angle finder perpendicularly to the output shaft. With the car level the angle...
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-22-2009, 12:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 318
Posted By dakotadog
Yet Another Pinion Angle Question

Here's what I have the car is a 69 Firebird convertible with a mildly built 455 and an M-21 4 speed in it. I have swapped out the stock rear for a 2nd generation 8.5 inch differential with 3:73...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 05-21-2007, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 565
Posted By dakotadog
These are rea;;y poorly made units - the fit and...

These are rea;;y poorly made units - the fit and the quality of their systems is terrible. In addition, there customer service is incredibly slow. I removed mine and my buddy removed their setup...
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 05-21-2007, 12:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 198
Posted By dakotadog
Radio Options for a 69 Firebird

I am looking for a new radio for the firebird. When I bought the car so many years ago the original radio was gone and the dash was partially cut away. Over the years I have had a hodgepodge of...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 02-08-2006, 05:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 237
Posted By dakotadog
You can get "Monel" staples for a standard arrow...

You can get "Monel" staples for a standard arrow gun at most home centers Lowe's etc. I have found stainless staples at marine stores. Get extra you will use a lot!
Forum: 67-69 Firebird TECH 10-02-2005, 08:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 501
Posted By dakotadog
Clearly you want to check all the obvious spots...

Clearly you want to check all the obvious spots where the lines attach to the carb ad fuel pump If you have any rubber lines I would replace them. What fuel pump are you running and what carb? ...
Forum: Exhaust TECH 10-01-2005, 09:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,157
Posted By dakotadog
I have mine on a 69 Bird with a 455. I replaced...

I have mine on a 69 Bird with a 455. I replaced a flowmaster 2.5" kit with the transverse muffler and and a Dr.Gas X pipe. I absolutely love the new setup. With the flowmaster the "drone" was...
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