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Forum: Pontiac - Race 04-02-2024, 10:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 997
Posted By Sirrotica
I have been making my living as a mechanic, and...

I have been making my living as a mechanic, and started racing Pontiacs in 1970. There were a lot of hard learned/expensive lessons along the way. At 71 YO I might as well share some of the knowledge...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 03-28-2024, 11:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 997
Posted By Sirrotica
If you are going to use the stock motor mount...

If you are going to use the stock motor mount position you should try to use the newer late design 455 style, which Pontiac engineers redesigned in 1970. The 59-69 mount position puts all the tension...
Forum: Performance Parts For Sale/Wanted 03-19-2024, 02:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 502
Posted By performerrpm
i recognize this intake...lol i bought it from...

i recognize this intake...lol i bought it from him last year...i believe its residing on obe of johnny406 motors now
Forum: Performance Parts For Sale/Wanted 03-13-2024, 08:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 250
Posted By Formulas
if you could use 9.45 i have these sitting around...

if you could use 9.45 i have these sitting around doing nothing, bought them used changed my rocker arms didn't need these, 5 are slightly different from the others, see photos
Forum: Performance Parts For Sale/Wanted 03-13-2024, 04:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 250
Posted By chiefbigb
I believe I have a set in .080 wall 5/16

I believe I have a set in .080 wall 5/16
Forum: Pontiac - Race 03-07-2024, 04:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 997
Posted By Dragncar
I was worried about the same thing. I went to a...

I was worried about the same thing.
I went to a Alston .100 mid plate and elephant ears. Engine is located with Mighty Mounts which are rubber but the engine can not move.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 03-07-2024, 03:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 997
Posted By Skip Fix
What I did on stock mounts we used some 1/16"...

What I did on stock mounts we used some 1/16" plate and cut uut around where the bolt goes through and welded it to the metal "capturing" the bolt part clamshell so there is no movement. One on the...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 03-02-2024, 06:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 592
Posted By Dragncar
This modification will not hurt anything in any...

This modification will not hurt anything in any way. It will not put too much oil in one place and less in the other. Will not hurt any hft cam/lifters. The pump does not need any shims.
You can...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-27-2024, 02:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 592
Posted By Skip Fix
To me the issue potentially is the "wall" shown...

To me the issue potentially is the "wall" shown in the other thread obstructing the main feed hole if nor ground down like Steve25 said. Otherwise that "wall" is the restrictive factor of oil getting...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-26-2024, 06:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,474
Posted By steve25
Turn the V into a tall and bit wider U in other...

Turn the V into a tall and bit wider U in other words.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-25-2024, 07:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,474
Posted By steve25
John I do not currently have a block apart, but I...

John I do not currently have a block apart, but I found this picture.
Look at the thrust bearing oil feed hole and you will see how the Vee groove is a restriction.

You will need a 1/4” Ball head...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-22-2024, 07:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,474
Posted By mgarblik
When FM moved all their bearing production to...

When FM moved all their bearing production to Mexico, the oil clearances were not as consistent as the older USA production. I like the design, 3/4 groove and thrust faces of the FM bearings...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-14-2024, 09:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,672
Posted By 461-69bird
The brace was done for when I had the solid...

The brace was done for when I had the solid roller, done for extra insurance I guess.

Another block is not an option, there are no good ones here in England and by the time I shipped one from US,...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-14-2024, 09:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,503
Posted By chuckies76ta
Just an opinion here. Get someone to weld...

Just an opinion here. Get someone to weld fittings on the oil pan for you and tap the heads for fittings and use a teflon inner liner hose with braiding on the outside. Get the hydraulic shop to put...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-07-2024, 04:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 417
Posted By b-man
Anything but an iron pipe plug, I’d never use...

Anything but an iron pipe plug, I’d never use iron.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 02-06-2024, 08:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 417
Posted By mysticmissle
That would def be an upgrade we have a set with...

That would def be an upgrade we have a set with a couple thousand miles On them and so
Far no issues these were out of the box installed
Forum: Pontiac - Race 01-29-2024, 03:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,503
Posted By chiefbigb
A restricted pushrod will slow the flow to the...

A restricted pushrod will slow the flow to the top also. I put drain back lines on the race engines I do.
Forum: Performance Parts For Sale/Wanted 01-28-2024, 01:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 634
Posted By quick67bird
Directions show this to be a 3 circuit kit.

Directions show this to be a 3 circuit kit.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-25-2024, 09:09 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,293
Posted By mgarblik
At my school, we build and dyno 6-8 flat tappet...

At my school, we build and dyno 6-8 flat tappet cam engines a year. In the last 20 years we have lost one cam on the dyno I mentioned in a previous post. So that is a minimum of 120 up to 160...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 01-24-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,503
Posted By mgarblik
I work and massage the drain troughs/holes that...

I work and massage the drain troughs/holes that already exist. Haven't worked on any SM heads, but since they are a replica/copy of the Edelbrock heads, they should behave the same. I widen and...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 01-24-2024, 04:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,503
Posted By Steve C.
We have done the same as post #6 here.... ...

We have done the same as post #6 here....

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=728282&highlight=Edelbrock+drain+holes

Also oil hole radius and polishing.

The first...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 01-24-2024, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 515
Posted By chuckies76ta
https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showth...

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=861574 doesn't reference it. sorry

https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=811867 Spott shows it bolted down.
Forum: Pontiac - Boost 01-19-2024, 05:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 460
Posted By blueghoast
It'll work great with the nitros. I've sprayed...

It'll work great with the nitros.
I've sprayed one very simuilar.

GT
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-19-2024, 04:20 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,247
Posted By Gach
Ok went to his web site, johnny posted wrong...

Ok went to his web site, johnny posted wrong number. The one on web site works. Thanks guys.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-19-2024, 04:07 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,247
Posted By mgarblik
If you have access to his shop, Mile High...

If you have access to his shop, Mile High Crankshaft is the best in the country, IMO. Dave is a craftsman and nothing leaves there that isn't perfect. It cost me $300.00 round trip to send a...
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