Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
05-21-2024, 04:13 PM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
05-21-2024, 12:37 PM
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Sorry to disagree, but there are other...
Sorry to disagree, but there are other considerations about the floats. Rochester changed from brass to phenolic floats in 1968 or 1969. Quadrajets also switched to phenolic floats about the same...
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
05-19-2024, 08:27 PM
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The smaller center carb used until 1965 will...
The smaller center carb used until 1965 will accommodate the larger floats used in the end carbs. This gives the center carb a higher tolerance for excessive fuel pressure (above 5-6 psi)
I...
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
05-19-2024, 12:19 PM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
04-11-2024, 02:42 PM
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Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
03-22-2024, 04:49 PM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
02-16-2024, 05:58 PM
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Forum: THE LOBBY
02-14-2024, 01:41 PM
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Very disappointing. I believe most of us would...
Very disappointing. I believe most of us would much prefer an increase in dues rather than a digital magazine. This may be the beginning of the end of POCI. I'm 81 years old and have been a member...
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Forum: Pontiac - Street
01-24-2024, 02:00 AM
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Replies: 76
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I"ve had a few cam failures, beginning with my...
I"ve had a few cam failures, beginning with my '57 Olds in 1962. Nearly all '57 Old's cams failed due to excessive spring pressure from the factory. Also my '64 GTO in the mid '70's and my '77 400 in...
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Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH
01-20-2024, 05:51 PM
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Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH
01-19-2024, 05:29 PM
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Carter AFB
Whenever I restore an AFB, the screws, levers, and rods are bare steel. Can someone post a picture or describe to me what color they were plated when new?
I would like to do them correctly, rather...
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
01-19-2024, 05:23 PM
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Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH
01-11-2024, 04:28 PM
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I use Rust-O-Leum #7777 or the SEM Trim Black....
I use Rust-O-Leum #7777 or the SEM Trim Black. The SEM product is easier to work with, and I've had good luck with adherence. I noticed it is available from WalMart online at $13.62.
Masking the...
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
12-22-2023, 05:18 PM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
12-19-2023, 04:26 PM
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Look at the center carb bracket with the curved...
Look at the center carb bracket with the curved bend and sturd with cotter pin. That portion of the bracket is designed to be bent to confirm to your throttle cable to allow wide open throttle and...
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
12-14-2023, 02:00 PM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
12-07-2023, 02:12 PM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
11-13-2023, 01:16 AM
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Laws of physics tell us that the larger the...
Laws of physics tell us that the larger the orifice in the needle/seat, all other things being equal, the less pressure it takes to lift the needle off the seat.
A Tri-Power setup has three...
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Forum: Pontiac - Street
11-11-2023, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 46
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Yes, in the '60's, when most of our Pontiac...
Yes, in the '60's, when most of our Pontiac engines were produced, lifters were about $1.00 each. Cams were $25. We installed them and had very few failures, even with high valve spring pressures.
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
11-10-2023, 11:24 AM
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I suggest temporarily installing a gage in...
I suggest temporarily installing a gage in whichever line that is easiest to access. It doesn’t matter in which line the gage is installed, since they’re all connected together. Since the pressure is...
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
11-06-2023, 11:44 AM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
10-26-2023, 05:34 PM
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
10-25-2023, 12:25 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,423
I have a correct '66 center carb. This is the...
I have a correct '66 center carb. This is the hardest Tri-Power carb to find. DM me if you are interested.
If for a stock engine, stock cam, I will supply unmodified. If you have an aftermarket...
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Forum: Tri-Power Tech
10-25-2023, 12:24 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,423
I have a correct '66 center carb. This is the...
I have a correct '66 center carb. This is the hardest Tri-Power carb to find. DM me if you are interested.
If for a stock engine, stock cam, I will supply unmodified. If you have an aftermarket...
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