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Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-22-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 328
Posted By Ghostmonk
Of course I'll be the one to make the final...

Of course I'll be the one to make the final decision. That being said I was looking to get some advice from those who have gone before me. I think that the phrase "I've never heard anyone say 'Too...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-22-2012, 03:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 328
Posted By Ghostmonk
Oh no. I'm not selling anything. If I went the...

Oh no. I'm not selling anything. If I went the fiberglass route I would remove the steel hood and hinges and store them in case I wanted to put the originals back on later.

I'll make sure to...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-22-2012, 02:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 328
Posted By Ghostmonk
Well, that makes sense to me. My car is no...

Well, that makes sense to me. My car is no longer original and never will be again (the original engine is long gone). I guess I might as well bite the bullet and take care of it. Plus it'll cost...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-22-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 328
Posted By Ghostmonk
Hood tach/fiberglass hood advice?

Hey guys,

I'm strongly considering installing a hood tach on my '68. I've read through the other threads about this and it seems that if you've got a good '68 hood you shouldn't punch a hole in...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-13-2010, 09:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By Ghostmonk
Hey guys, Sorry for the late reply. My GTO...

Hey guys,

Sorry for the late reply. My GTO is in Texas but I live 5000 miles away in London and I only get about a 4-5 days a year to work on it when I go home. Unfortunately my project was a...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-22-2010, 06:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By Ghostmonk
Yes indeed, The Parts Place is stamped on the...

Yes indeed, The Parts Place is stamped on the dash, not the wood grain decal.

I'll post pics of the front when I next work on it. Should be soon.
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-22-2010, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By Ghostmonk
I thought I was going crazy when I couldn't find...

I thought I was going crazy when I couldn't find certain things in the wiring diagram! Now I've got to figure out what it is that I don't know.
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-22-2010, 10:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By Ghostmonk
Ah! With the rounded shape I knew it had to go...

Ah! With the rounded shape I knew it had to go somewhere near the steering column but I couldn't see specifically where. When I get to the car again I'll have a better idea where to look.

I...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-22-2010, 10:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By Ghostmonk
The one I purchased was off eBay and has The...

The one I purchased was off eBay and has The Parts Place stamped into it. Given the limited market for these I can't imagine that there are multiple people making them but I don't suppose you know...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-21-2010, 11:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By Ghostmonk
Help me identify where this connector goes

I'm working on replacing the dash wiring harness in my '68 GTO. I can't seem to figure out where this connector on the new harness goes. It's on the old harness and when I was pulling it out I...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-21-2010, 11:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By Ghostmonk
Report on the '68 repro dash panels

Hello all,

I'm working on the rebuild of my '68 convertible's dash and I ordered a reproduction dash panel as it was the cheapest way for me to get the job done. Mostly I'm happy with what I got....
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-05-2010, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 209
Posted By Ghostmonk
Unfortunately I have no idea. I live in England...

Unfortunately I have no idea. I live in England currently but my car is in Texas. I plan on going home over Thanksgiving and putting in my new dash panel, AC controls, and radio in along with a new...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-02-2010, 07:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 209
Posted By Ghostmonk
Never mind. I figured it out. Right in the PY...

Never mind. I figured it out. Right in the PY catalog!
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-02-2010, 06:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 209
Posted By Ghostmonk
Screw/bolt kits for 68 dash panel attachment

Hey guys,

I bit the bullet and purchased a replacement dash panel from eBay. My current dash panel has some broken studs and I'm missing some bolts. Are they a standard size or is there a kit I...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-28-2010, 04:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 453
Posted By Ghostmonk
That sounds like a good idea. Any suggestions on...

That sounds like a good idea. Any suggestions on shocks? I'd do a search of the forum but every time I search the site times out.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-28-2010, 10:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 453
Posted By Ghostmonk
I'm serious but unfortunately my wallet is much...

I'm serious but unfortunately my wallet is much less serious about it than I am. I'm planning on putting around $1500 into the suspension in the future but for now I'm just looking to minimize my...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-28-2010, 10:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 453
Posted By Ghostmonk
I've got a steel hood and I'm running a 455...

I've got a steel hood and I'm running a 455 instead of a 400, which I know are roughly the same size/weight. Would I get big block or small block springs?

Is there a resource online that gives...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-28-2010, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 453
Posted By Ghostmonk
I'd love to improve the handling as much as...

I'd love to improve the handling as much as possible. If I could maintain roughly the stock ride height that would be good but I'm not opposed to a 1" drop if I have to do it.

Right now the front...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-28-2010, 08:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 453
Posted By Ghostmonk
Spring/bushing replacement?

Hey guys,

I've got front suspension issues on my '68 GTO convertible. I need to replace the springs/shocks (stock height) and maybe change out front bushings. The front suspension is dangerous...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-26-2010, 06:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 663
Posted By Ghostmonk
Replica Dash Panel on eBay

Hey guys,

Has anybody bought this replica dash panel off eBay?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190356236813&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

I know that...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-17-2010, 10:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By Ghostmonk
Wow, I really hope that this is a good part. ...

Wow, I really hope that this is a good part. Mine is cut and I've got broken studs. I'm ready to put in a new dash harness and factory radio. I'm waiting to do so as I'm saving up for a restored...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-02-2009, 11:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 328
Posted By Ghostmonk
Yeah, there are times I wish there were more...

Yeah, there are times I wish there were more options for a lot of things. Don't get me wrong, I love my car and it brings a smile to my face without fail when I drive up to a group of car guys...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-02-2009, 09:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 328
Posted By Ghostmonk
68 Wooden Center Console on eBay

Looks like somebody got an A in wood shop:
...
Forum: 61-77 GTO, Tempest & LeMans Parts For SALE 11-29-2009, 06:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,239
Posted By Ghostmonk
How do the plastic tail light bezels look? I...

How do the plastic tail light bezels look? I believe I need a left one but will potentially buy the set if they're unbroken.
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-29-2009, 09:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 454
Posted By Ghostmonk
Thanks for the info guys. I'm more confident...

Thanks for the info guys. I'm more confident about the process but still not sure whether the finances are going to be in order. If I go for it I'll post pictures.
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