Forum: The Body Shop TECH
08-01-2019, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,463
I have a bit of tweeking on the gaps before...
I have a bit of tweeking on the gaps before disassembly, but I can see the benefit of investing some time at this point getting everything just right. The key is being able to "index" things properly...
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Forum: The Body Shop TECH
08-01-2019, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,463
I like it! I'll give that a try. Otherwise, it...
I like it! I'll give that a try. Otherwise, it seems that drilling just one reference hole wouldn't be enough. To get the hinge in the correct place, it seems like at least two holes would need to be...
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Forum: The Body Shop TECH
08-01-2019, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,463
body panels and door alignment
Hey guys, I know there must be a thread on this topic, but I've searched and can't find it. So I'm in the process of disassembly prior to painting, and I want to keep all sheet metal and doors...
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Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
07-24-2012, 01:17 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 109
Matt's method
Hey guys. I'm getting ready to install new compression springs on yet another vehicle, and I remember when I did this on my 66 GTO, I used Matt's method. I've searched and I can't find the thread,...
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Forum: THE LOBBY
03-18-2012, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 288
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Forum: THE LOBBY
03-17-2012, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 288
Awesome car
Man I pity anyone who had to work indoors today. 81 degrees and sunny here in Charleston, so I decided to take my 66 GTO out for a cruise. I don't mean to brag, but this car is awesome. Every time I...
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Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
10-14-2011, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 226
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Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
10-14-2011, 06:06 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 226
100
Since it was an awesome day here in Charleston today, I took the 66 for a spin. As always, it did great. I decided to uncork it a bit, hit the century mark before I knew it. That was a great feeling,...
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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH
08-14-2011, 03:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 375
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Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH
08-13-2011, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 375
A/C prior to 1993
Ok, can someone please clarify something for me. I'm not sure I have this right, but it is my understanding that R-12 was used in cars up until 1993, then R-134. So when I see a car, let's say a...
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Forum: THE LOBBY
07-12-2011, 07:15 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 781
Wow, some real good thoughts. I really didn't...
Wow, some real good thoughts. I really didn't mean to hit a nerve with some of you, just wondered if someone could shed some light on this. While I don't really understand why these cars are allowed...
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Forum: THE LOBBY
07-10-2011, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 781
OLD CLASSICS ROTTING AWAY
Every time I ride my bike through the neighborhood in which I've lived for the past 12 years, I see the same old cars: First gen. firebird, mid 60's corvette, 65 pontiac, 72 gran torino,etc. These...
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Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
06-11-2011, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 168
Finally, brake power assist
Since finishing my 66 GTO about 2 1/2 years ago, I was never really happy with the power front disc brake conversion in terms of having a true power assist on stopping. It just always seemed like I...
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Forum: Pontiac - Street
05-27-2011, 09:02 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 205
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Forum: Pontiac - Street
05-26-2011, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 205
Harmonic balancer pully
I'm putting a new harm balancer on my 71 lemans. I know the torque for the retaining bolt is 160 ft.lb., but does anyone know the torque for the 4 bolts that attach the pully to the harm bal? Common...
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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-18-2011, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 222
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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-16-2011, 06:55 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 222
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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-16-2011, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 222
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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-15-2011, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 222
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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-15-2011, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 222
71 LEMANS BOOT
Hey guys. I just bought a new boot for my 71 lemans convertible and I think I need to at the front ( right above the top of the rear seat). When I drive, air goes under the boot and makes me nervous....
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Forum: THE LOBBY
05-02-2011, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 352
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Forum: THE LOBBY
05-01-2011, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 352
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Forum: THE LOBBY
04-30-2011, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 352
CAR SHOW
Hey everyone. Went to an awesome car show here in Charleston today and took my 66 GTO and 71 Lemans convert. I think there was about 250 cars and the weather was picture perfect-- great for putting...
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Forum: THE LOBBY
04-21-2011, 12:48 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 258
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Forum: THE LOBBY
04-20-2011, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 258
Endoscopy!!
Hey everyone. I've been having a lot of throat pain during the past 4-5 weeks, and I'm going to be having an endoscopy to find out what the problem is. I'm a little uptight about someone sticking a...
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