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Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-25-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,244
Posted By JSchmitz
P.S. Many years ago, I found out that it's a bad...

P.S. Many years ago, I found out that it's a bad idea to spray wheel cleaner on your intake manifold. It can remove carb plating! This carb would still look like new if I hadn't done it. It's the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-25-2024, 08:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,244
Posted By JSchmitz
They are great carbs. I only switched to a Q-Jet...

They are great carbs. I only switched to a Q-Jet because I could control the secondary opening rate to improve 60' times. There are a few down sides. The mounting bolts are a PITA to access. The idle...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 02-27-2024, 08:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 460
Posted By JSchmitz
Overhead is no problem. Just don't overdo it with...

Overhead is no problem. Just don't overdo it with the amps. The big thing is wearing protective clothing (PPE) so you don't get burned. You could rig up some test pieces to practice first.
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-15-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,550
Posted By JSchmitz
Drag racing legend for sure. Happy Birthday!

Drag racing legend for sure. Happy Birthday!
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-04-2024, 12:52 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,362
Posted By JSchmitz
I think my frame is actually an early MXIII. But...

I think my frame is actually an early MXIII. But it's just for me so...

Here's the original bike. It's by my mom's '76 Firebird! Was a six banger car.
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Forum: THE LOBBY 01-04-2024, 11:29 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,362
Posted By JSchmitz
Cool thread! I recreated my last BMX bike some...

Cool thread! I recreated my last BMX bike some years ago. Started with a chrome frame and forks. Painted to match mine. Acquired parts from Ebay, etc. Had all original AL parts re-anodized. Some new...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 12-22-2023, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,479
Posted By JSchmitz
Dimples in the port do not affect compression...

Dimples in the port do not affect compression ratio. The initial picture shows dimples in the piston top. That absolutely affects compression ratio.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-06-2023, 08:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,092
Posted By JSchmitz
Lead/acid batteries emit hydrogen gas. They emit...

Lead/acid batteries emit hydrogen gas. They emit a lot more when charging. There was likely a spark somewhere that set off the hydrogen. My guess anyway.
Forum: THE LOBBY 12-03-2023, 07:05 AM
Replies: 6,057
Views: 511,682
Posted By JSchmitz
That is at Gateway. Keith Potter's car sponsored...

That is at Gateway. Keith Potter's car sponsored by Craig Weiss. Big Block Chevy powered. Big roots blower, injector hat (i believe), Lenco trans, tube chassis. Was very fast back in the day. Keith...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-26-2023, 09:34 AM
Replies: 816
Views: 60,336
Posted By JSchmitz
Think ya got enough RTV on the oil pan gasket?

Think ya got enough RTV on the oil pan gasket?
Forum: THE LOBBY 11-22-2023, 07:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,543
Posted By JSchmitz
That's an attention getter (driver and...

That's an attention getter (driver and bystanders)!!! Have fun! Keep it between the ditches! :)
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-21-2023, 03:36 PM
Replies: 1,977
Views: 255,914
Posted By JSchmitz
Is it possible that you have the wrong size sway...

Is it possible that you have the wrong size sway bar bushings (too small diameter)? That could explain the binding and pulling bolts out.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-03-2023, 11:00 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,817
Posted By JSchmitz
Congrats! Looks great! Although I'm not familiar...

Congrats! Looks great! Although I'm not familiar with a car ever being done. lol
Forum: Tri-Power Tech 11-03-2023, 05:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,523
Posted By JSchmitz
I would test the needle and seat in the carb. Use...

I would test the needle and seat in the carb. Use a hand vacuum pump with the carb upside down. If it doesn't hold vacuum, replace and retest. the end carbs are seeing the same pressure as the center...
Forum: Members Helping Members 10-26-2023, 07:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,502
Posted By JSchmitz
Evaporust works great and non-toxic.

Evaporust works great and non-toxic.
Forum: THE LOBBY 10-25-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,013
Posted By JSchmitz
^^^ That's hilarious! ^^^

^^^ That's hilarious! ^^^
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-18-2023, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 647
Posted By JSchmitz
Nice to find an easy solution! Long projects are...

Nice to find an easy solution! Long projects are prone to this sort of thing.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 10-16-2023, 06:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,425
Posted By JSchmitz
That's a huge gain! VERY nice car! More pics...

That's a huge gain! VERY nice car! More pics please.
Forum: LS Talk 10-16-2023, 06:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,341
Posted By JSchmitz
Holley makes Pontiac style coil covers. Not sure...

Holley makes Pontiac style coil covers. Not sure why they don't list polished version anymore. Only show natural.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/hly-241-191
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Forum: LS Talk 10-16-2023, 05:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,341
Posted By JSchmitz
Very clean. Nice job!

Very clean. Nice job!
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-05-2023, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 518
Posted By JSchmitz
I always used chains around the lower control...

I always used chains around the lower control arms in front. Used 10k ratchet straps, hooked in the lower control arm brackets, in the rear. I don't like hooking to suspended parts of the vehicle....
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-28-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,839
Posted By JSchmitz
Oh it's legal. He has a handicap tag hanging from...

Oh it's legal. He has a handicap tag hanging from his rear view mirror. All you need is a willing doctor. I'm retiring after the first of the year. I've fought enough battles at work.
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-22-2023, 09:53 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,366
Posted By JSchmitz
A classic for sure! Is the 301 the small block?...

A classic for sure! Is the 301 the small block? lol
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-21-2023, 09:56 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,366
Posted By JSchmitz
Slapper & ladder bars

Slapper & ladder bars
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-21-2023, 07:47 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,366
Posted By JSchmitz
Old Racing Terms

Something made me think of this today. Remember "balanced and blueprinted"? How about "3/4 race cam"? LOL! What else ya got?
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