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Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 02-04-2013, 05:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 405
Posted By dmdoneen
389 Head Bolt Question

I am getting ready to re-install the heads on the 389 engine from a 1965 GTO. When I was cleaning up the head bolts, I noticed some gunk on the threads. Do any of the bolts require some sort of...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-03-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 615
Posted By dmdoneen
Funny because it's so true, as least with me...

Funny because it's so true, as least with me anyway.
I may just have to start using that one.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 08-03-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 326
Posted By dmdoneen
Were the tinted windshields green, blue or grey? ...

Were the tinted windshields green, blue or grey? I think blue or grey might look better with the paint scheme (bluemist slate & dark blue interior). But if green is correct, I'll probably go with...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 08-03-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 326
Posted By dmdoneen
I called Auto City and they don't have the rear...

I called Auto City and they don't have the rear glass in clear. I'm not too worried about the correct date code, but maybe on the windshield. I did find the rear clear at Bob's Classic Auto Glass. ...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-03-2012, 05:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 615
Posted By dmdoneen
If it ain't broke, don't break it

Tim – The motto I like to use is: “If it ain’t broke, don’t break it.”

Mick – I will take your advice on the oil pump pickup, especially since my dad had his fall off soon after the engine in his...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-02-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 615
Posted By dmdoneen
While I Have the Engine Out...

I’m restoring a ’65 GTO with the original 389. The engine was rebuilt in 1978 at 128k miles, but I’m not sure exactly what was done. It has about 40k miles on the rebuild and ran strong when I...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 07-19-2012, 06:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 326
Posted By dmdoneen
64WW - Thanks for the compliment. I left the...

64WW - Thanks for the compliment. I left the bodywork and paint to the professionals, but am trying to do as much as I can myself.

I still need to track down some non-tinted rear glass to stay...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 07-18-2012, 04:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 326
Posted By dmdoneen
What to do Next?

It’s been slow going since I got the car back from bodywork and paint. Front and rear suspensions are done, including brakes, but not steering. Gas tank, fuel line and exhaust are in and the car is...
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-06-2010, 05:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 477
Posted By dmdoneen
I also posted in the 64'-'65 forum and found a...

I also posted in the 64'-'65 forum and found a member there who might have a couple. I suppose I could find some scrap metal and use a hacksaw, drill, file and dremel tool, but I'll wait and see if...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-05-2010, 09:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 337
Posted By dmdoneen
That would explain why they are all bent out of...

That would explain why they are all bent out of shape.

Don, I would be interested in a couple. Please PM me. Thanks.

David
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-04-2010, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 337
Posted By dmdoneen
Valkyrie, yes you are correct. The top bolt has...

Valkyrie, yes you are correct. The top bolt has no nut (unlike the bottom two bolts), it is a fine thread bolt that screws into threads in the spindle. The shop manual says that the bolt should be...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-04-2010, 05:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 337
Posted By dmdoneen
What Does This Part Do?

Tried posting in the Suspension forum, but didn't get an answer. I'm re-assembling the front drum brakes on a '65 GTO and have two metal retainers (one for each side) held in place by the large bolt...
Forum: Suspension TECH 12-30-2009, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 477
Posted By dmdoneen
Oops, not disk brakes, DRUM brakes, but you...

Oops, not disk brakes, DRUM brakes, but you probably figured that out from the picture.
Forum: Suspension TECH 12-30-2009, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 477
Posted By dmdoneen
Is This Brake Part Required?

I'm re-assembling the front disk brakes on a '65 GTO and have two metal retainers originally held in place by the large bolt on top of the backing plate that attaches it to the spindle. There is a...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-01-2009, 03:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 186
Posted By dmdoneen
I have a 'W' in option group #1, which is tinted...

I have a 'W' in option group #1, which is tinted windshield only. I'm trying to do a correct restoration and when I finally found a non-tinted rear window, it was almost double the price of the...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-14-2008, 03:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 191
Posted By dmdoneen
Thank you for the response. I had to use my...

Thank you for the response.

I had to use my home made recovery tool (magnet on a wire hanger) after dropping a nut and lockwasher down inside the frame. But I also recovered a regular washer,...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-13-2008, 03:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 191
Posted By dmdoneen
Motor Mount Bracket Questions

I'm reinstalling the frame brackets for the motor mounts on a '65 GTO. The pictures I took before I removed them show the bolts pointing down (washers and nuts inside the frame), but the shop manual...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 09-18-2008, 12:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 475
Posted By dmdoneen
I found the diagram on the web (probably this...

I found the diagram on the web (probably this forum), but I'm not sure which supplier it's from. I purchased my set from Performance Years and I'm pretty sure it came with it's own instructions. ...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 09-16-2008, 03:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 475
Posted By dmdoneen
Found this picture a while back and saved it. ...

Found this picture a while back and saved it. Will hopefully be getting around to installing mine soon.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-27-2008, 04:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 323
Posted By dmdoneen
I think it's called a Headliner Valence Retainer...

I think it's called a Headliner Valence Retainer Clip. I'll try and attach a picture.
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-27-2008, 04:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 323
Posted By dmdoneen
The clip has two legs that scissor out when...

The clip has two legs that scissor out when pressed into the hole, with a barb on each end that make it very difficult to remove. I used a pair of pliers and a big screwdriver to get mine out and...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 02-22-2008, 04:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 382
Posted By dmdoneen
Interior Dark Blue Paint Code

I have a 1965 GTO w/ an interior paint code on the data plate of 217, which is dark blue. The GTO Restoratrion Guide lists the Ditzler numbers (13007 semi-gloss and 13010 flat) and the Dupont...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-07-2007, 06:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 208
Posted By dmdoneen
Steering Column Color Question

1965 GTO floor shift, no tilt. I am talking about the outer jacket or "tube" that houses the shaft and goes from the steering wheel, under the dash and then through the firewall. The lower section...
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