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Forum: THE LOBBY 07-04-2020, 10:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,227
Posted By Dar
This show is a little before my time, but I have...

This show is a little before my time, but I have seen some reruns years ago but it’s a little foggy. Why didn’t they just use a Formula, or in other words why go through the trouble of making an...
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-03-2020, 11:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,237
Posted By Dar
I made it to a Tiger Run around 10 years ago but...

I made it to a Tiger Run around 10 years ago but don’t remember exactly what year. It was a fantastic event, and I even got to sit down and chat with Jim Wangers for a couple hours in the pits on...
Forum: 69-71 Judges only TECH 05-16-2020, 02:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,062
Posted By Dar
Thanks OPH.

Thanks OPH.
Forum: 69-71 Judges only TECH 05-13-2020, 03:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,062
Posted By Dar
Correct finish on this PS pump mounting bracket?

Most of these brackets i have seen on correctly restored 1970 GTO’s are unpainted and just the natural as cast color. However I have seen quite a few painted black as well, and on some very...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 05-13-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 3,022
Views: 462,860
Posted By Dar
Hey there Keith, it’s good to hear from you, and...

Hey there Keith, it’s good to hear from you, and thanks for the complements everybody!

Yes Lucy is restored, I completed the resto 22 years ago. I can’t believe I’ve owned her for 33 years now....
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 05-11-2020, 10:46 PM
Replies: 3,022
Views: 462,860
Posted By Dar
I took my wife out for her first cruise of the...

I took my wife out for her first cruise of the year yesterday and it occurred to me that I have not taken a picture of “Lucy” in years, so I figured I should snap a few as it was a nice day. They...
Forum: Electrical Tech 05-08-2020, 10:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,306
Posted By Dar
Starter motor rear brace?

I’m rebuilding the starter for my Judge.

Anyway years ago I acquired this rear starter brace, but I don’t remember what kind of Pontiac I got it from as I’ve had many. I’m certain it didn’t come...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 11-11-2019, 12:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 917
Posted By Dar
Perfect! Thanks again.

Perfect! Thanks again.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 11-10-2019, 09:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 917
Posted By Dar
1970 T/A Brake Hold Off Valve Function and Service?

If I remember correctly this valve is unique to the 70 Firebird with power disc brakes.

Unfortunately my Detroit Iron factory Pontiac service manuals on CD will not function on my new computer due...
Forum: 69-71 Judges only TECH 11-10-2019, 09:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,915
Posted By Dar
I'm late to the party here and wasn't sure if I...

I'm late to the party here and wasn't sure if I could even log in anymore as it's been years. Also I can't believe I remembered my password. LOL

WOW that gathering pic brings back great memories,...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-19-2015, 08:03 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 4,183
Posted By Dar
OK, I got some colors for you guys. Instead of me...

OK, I got some colors for you guys. Instead of me trying to explain the differences in the colors (almost impossible), I will post the numbers so you can see for yourself exactly what they are and...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-18-2015, 09:10 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 4,183
Posted By Dar
OK I had a chance look over my mix formulas, but...

OK I had a chance look over my mix formulas, but pressed for time so I have not read every post in this thread. I apologize if I am repeating what you already know or said.

One should never...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 03-17-2015, 06:54 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 4,183
Posted By Dar
I have PPG paint mix formulas on microfilm out in...

I have PPG paint mix formulas on microfilm out in my shop that date back as far as the 50's or 40's (I forget). Anyway I'd be happy to fire up the ol' microfiche reader and review the mix for...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-22-2014, 06:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 482
Posted By Dar
OK, one of four built it is!!! I'll have to...

OK, one of four built it is!!!

I'll have to take my car show display sign back to the sign shop and have it amended to the new figure. LOL

I see a typo in my post above and can't edit. It...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-22-2014, 12:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 482
Posted By Dar
I don't know about you guys, but it really...

I don't know about you guys, but it really bothers me when I see people making claims about production numbers when I know darn well those numbers have never been documented and released. I just hate...
Forum: THE LOBBY 10-22-2014, 12:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,116
Posted By Dar
I too remember seeing an episode in which they...

I too remember seeing an episode in which they had a 1973 model. However, if my memory serves me correct they had another car scene later in that episode with a 74 model. I thought it was very cheesy...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 12-29-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 570
Posted By Dar
Yes the factory welds on the brace are fairly...

Yes the factory welds on the brace are fairly crude, and definately not the typical restistance type spot welds you usually see.

I did remove the brace and will weld it back after the quarter is...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 12-27-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 570
Posted By Dar
Good point BB70, and that's exactly why I...

Good point BB70, and that's exactly why I described how I was hanging it, in case I was doing it wrong. Working by myself though it's nice to have the tail panel area hold the back end of the quarter...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 12-26-2013, 08:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 570
Posted By Dar
70 GTO Quarter to sail panel brace fitment?

I am fitting a full size quarter panel and not sure what to do about the brace that the red arrows are pointing to. This is a sail panel brace that needs to fit inside the lower lip of the rear side...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 12-21-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,112
Posted By Dar
OK guys I blew the dust and cobwebs off of my...

OK guys I blew the dust and cobwebs off of my microfiche in the shop to see if I could shed a little light on this. I have PPG Acrylic Enamel Paint codes/chips/mix formulas etc on microfilm dating...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-26-2012, 07:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,128
Posted By Dar
Mmmm upon further review this might be Keith's...

Mmmm upon further review this might be Keith's old car. Found a couple pics I took about 12 years ago, and he did have the T/A's, plus the back did stand a little taller. I used to have a good memory...
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 10-26-2012, 03:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,128
Posted By Dar
I have not seen Keith's old car in a long time,...

I have not seen Keith's old car in a long time, but I'm pretty sure he had Polyglas not radial T/A's, no? Also I think this car sits higher than Keith's, especially in the back, from what I remember.
Forum: 70-73 Firebird & TA TECH 04-26-2012, 03:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 459
Posted By Dar
If the owner thinks the sun roof is original,...

If the owner thinks the sun roof is original, this tells me TWO important things.

One, he knows absolutely nothing about these cars, and you best do your homework on this car. Don't trust what he...
Forum: 69-71 Judges only TECH 04-06-2012, 12:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 921
Posted By Dar
Did you sell your Verdoro 70?

Did you sell your Verdoro 70?
Forum: 69-71 Judges only TECH 04-04-2012, 11:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 921
Posted By Dar
My 70 TA came from the factory with with trim...

My 70 TA came from the factory with with trim rings, and its shown on both PHS and GM of Canada docs. I'm not sure why people think you couldn't get factory trim rings on a 70 TA? On a Judge though,...
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