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Forum: THE LOBBY Yesterday, 01:29 PM
Replies: 67
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Posted By 400 4spd.
I think that's an excellent description, Todd....

I think that's an excellent description, Todd. That matches my perception of Greg. We never met, but talked on the phone several times over the years. Very articulate and friendly. More recently I...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH Yesterday, 10:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 445
Posted By 400 4spd.
My preference is to top coat the epoxy, even with...

My preference is to top coat the epoxy, even with an activated single stage instead of base/clear just to keep it $imple. If it's an all over paint job I hand scuff the freshly painted top with 220...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-23-2024, 06:14 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,117
Posted By 400 4spd.
Greg passed on September 3. ...

Greg passed on September 3.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/gregory-reid-obituary?id=56369192
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-23-2024, 01:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 710
Posted By 400 4spd.
Thank you, Greg. It has been my pleasure. Rest...

Thank you, Greg. It has been my pleasure.
Rest in peace, my friend.
Steve
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-23-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,117
Posted By 400 4spd.
I have been fearing this for the past week. I...

I have been fearing this for the past week. I sent him a text last Thursday that he didn't answer. The last I talked to him was about a month ago. He was in what I consider remarkable spirits,...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-21-2024, 09:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 235
Posted By 400 4spd.
Middle top is where the first screw should go,...

Middle top is where the first screw should go, alternating out on both sides. If your are not doing it that way, try it with all other screws removed. You might have to drill a new hole or two in the...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-15-2024, 11:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,182
Posted By 400 4spd.
I don't know which is more popular, but I like...

I don't know which is more popular, but I like the front of the '55 over the '56. A few miles from me is a guy with a big collection of Pontiacs, mostly 2nd gen Firebirds. Among them is a complete...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-14-2024, 10:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,182
Posted By 400 4spd.
Smart man.

Smart man.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 09-08-2024, 09:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 504
Posted By 400 4spd.
Are you using booth exhaust filters? They should...

Are you using booth exhaust filters? They should last for hours of heavy spraying. Or you could spray late at night, or on rainy days.;)
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-07-2024, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By 400 4spd.
I use the old fan belt method. Of course you need...

I use the old fan belt method. Of course you need a reliable helper to hold the hood fully up while changing the springs. Once it comes off, you're committed to getting the new one on. And remember...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-04-2024, 09:03 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,229
Posted By 400 4spd.
I have an asymmetrical Rotary in a building 50...

I have an asymmetrical Rotary in a building 50 feet wide, so I was able to set the lift up 14' from the facing wall. I wanted the extra space to allow for tool box and engine hoist use.
Forum: Industry Stuff 08-29-2024, 10:48 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 23,267
Posted By 400 4spd.
That is a shame. I have near perfect 67 wheel...

That is a shame. I have near perfect 67 wheel that I bought and stored away about 20 years ago.
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 08-27-2024, 08:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 558
Posted By 400 4spd.
I'll add that your TH400 yoke will not work with...

I'll add that your TH400 yoke will not work with a Muncie. A TH350 yoke will. And throw in a manual console and manual brake pedal.
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-25-2024, 10:20 PM
Replies: 218
Views: 28,303
Posted By 400 4spd.
Looks like a Morris. Nice condition!

Looks like a Morris. Nice condition!
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 08-21-2024, 12:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 881
Posted By 400 4spd.
If you're running a resistance wire to your...

If you're running a resistance wire to your distributor, take a look at it. When the same thing happened to me 50 years ago, mine got cooked. Your tube is probably melted also. I now route mine by...
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-19-2024, 07:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,064
Posted By 400 4spd.
In 2007 I bought my '72 Grand Prix in Boca Raton,...

In 2007 I bought my '72 Grand Prix in Boca Raton, and drove it 825 miles back to N.C. in a tropical storm that chased me up the coast. Not including issues, it took 15 hours total, 4 hours longer...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 08-17-2024, 10:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 885
Posted By 400 4spd.
There are a few ways to deal with those issues,...

There are a few ways to deal with those issues, but I'm not up to typing it in detail tonight. If you want to PM me with a phone number I can tell you what you can do.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 08-09-2024, 08:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By 400 4spd.
The patch was a flat piece of sheet metal?

The patch was a flat piece of sheet metal?
Forum: 61-77 GTO, Tempest & LeMans Parts WANTED 08-03-2024, 08:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 282
Posted By 400 4spd.
Very difficult to switch out those. If you find...

Very difficult to switch out those. If you find an NOS, contact me and I'll tell you how to use a piece of felt to create friction for the rotation similar to the way Pontiac did it.
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-29-2024, 10:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,006
Posted By 400 4spd.
I really like the punched hood. Are the fenders...

I really like the punched hood. Are the fenders glass?
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-29-2024, 09:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,006
Posted By 400 4spd.
Exactly! Material costs are insane, as are all...

Exactly! Material costs are insane, as are all operating costs.
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 07-27-2024, 11:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 343
Posted By 400 4spd.
Beginning in 1968, the strikers, doors and door...

Beginning in 1968, the strikers, doors and door latches were in place when the body was painted. For "correctness", you should do the same.
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-26-2024, 09:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 348
Posted By 400 4spd.
Will any PY members be attending the NCRS convention?

Yeah, I know it's not a Pontiac related topic, but there are other members here who also own a Corvette. I'm planning to attend the 50th convention in Hampton, Va. for a couple of days next month. I...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 07-23-2024, 10:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 801
Posted By 400 4spd.
Double the sanding time to 60 minutes, and you're...

Double the sanding time to 60 minutes, and you're in Maaco territory.
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-05-2024, 10:36 PM
Replies: 849
Views: 87,035
Posted By 400 4spd.
Tomorrow will be a few degrees warmer. I'll get...

Tomorrow will be a few degrees warmer. I'll get an early start.
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