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Ahhh, shucks...Thanks!
Dennis |
#322
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Here's a pic of the back end of the Catalina with the tailpipe tips just visible below the valance...otherwise, still waiting for the interior and front end paint.
Dennis |
#323
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Same view of some 69's, convertible is a 428-390 (2.25") and the other is a 428-360 horse with 2". The third is an Executive with 2.25" single exhaust (400-290). Interestingly the tailpipe and resonator on the single exhaust is the same part number as the right side on the HO.
I was never crazy about the look of the relatively inboard position of exhaust on the big cars (unlike A and G bodies the exhaust on B bodies runs inboard of the frame rails) and that's probably why Pontiac always had the fullsized exhaust tips discreetly tucked away.
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My Break Away Squad 1969 Fbird (Base, 350 & Sprint Cvt’s - 400HO & TA Hardtops) 1969 LeMans (2dr & 4dr Hardtop and a Cvt) 1969 LeMans Safari 2 seat Wagon 1969 GTO (2 Cvt, 2 Hardtops & Judge Hardtop) 1969 Catalina (3 Cvt’s & a 2dr hardtop) 1969 Ventura 2 Seat Wagon 1969 Executive 4dr Sedan 1969 Bonnie Cvt 1969 Bonnie 3 Seat Wagon (2 of them) 1969 Bonnie Brougham (4dr Hardtop & Cvt) 1969 Grand Prix SJ (2 of them) 1969 2+2 2dr Hardtop (Canadian model) |
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North - Are your exhaust systems on the '69's from Waldron? They look very factory where the tips exit.
Dennis |
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Yup, I use Gardiner when I can (GTO, Firebird etc) and Waldron for any car that Gardiner doesn’t do like those full-size.
I follow the shop manual to install the exhaust in terms of clearances and tail pipe position.
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My Break Away Squad 1969 Fbird (Base, 350 & Sprint Cvt’s - 400HO & TA Hardtops) 1969 LeMans (2dr & 4dr Hardtop and a Cvt) 1969 LeMans Safari 2 seat Wagon 1969 GTO (2 Cvt, 2 Hardtops & Judge Hardtop) 1969 Catalina (3 Cvt’s & a 2dr hardtop) 1969 Ventura 2 Seat Wagon 1969 Executive 4dr Sedan 1969 Bonnie Cvt 1969 Bonnie 3 Seat Wagon (2 of them) 1969 Bonnie Brougham (4dr Hardtop & Cvt) 1969 Grand Prix SJ (2 of them) 1969 2+2 2dr Hardtop (Canadian model) |
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This is my favorite thread on the board. Amazing work and can't wait to see it in person. So. . . Ummm. . . When can I bring my Catalina to be done like this?
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Tim 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 1970 Pontiac Catalina 1970 Buick GS Stage 1...12.17@109+ |
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#328
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You must be driving by now? Such a great car and an awesome thread...
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#329
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Well...That is no fun at all. I suppose patience is a virtue - but I've never had much of it myself (patience or virtue).
It sure is a beautiful and unique ride - and judging by the work you've done so far it will be worth the wait. Thanks for keeping up updated... |
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That's a bummer. I was hoping to see it at the PSMCDR in September as this will be my first year attending. That is as long as it doesn't get cancelled too.
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Tim 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 1970 Pontiac Catalina 1970 Buick GS Stage 1...12.17@109+ |
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I will definitely track you guys down when I get there on Friday.
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Tim 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 1970 Pontiac Catalina 1970 Buick GS Stage 1...12.17@109+ |
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Minor Update
I had a bunch of NOS B-body Delco spiral shocks (fronts & rears) that I forgot I had and gave a set to Dan to install on the Catalina. He restored them and fogged in the black paint to match the rear ends. He also bought a set of repop G70-15 WW Goodyear Polyglas's and mounted them on the 15" steel rims.
The upholstery shop is finally working on the seats and should have them done in a few weeks...yeah! Dennis |
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Getting closer...
I see the frame for another big Pontiac sitting on the hoist in the background, what is that one? |
#336
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...a very interesting one that I've been sworn to secrecy about... Dennis |
#337
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Looks like a ‘65 long top sitting under it . . . .🤔
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Good eyes misterp266! I wish there was an update to report but Dan is patiently waiting on the upholsterer. Painting the front end pieces is to happen pretty soon. Dan also has a line on a correct Hurst shifter handle and linkages, so hopefully that comes through.
Dennis |
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Tri-Power 4-speed wagon
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What a fantastic thread with a great story and amazing work.
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