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Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-21-2018, 09:06 AM
Replies: 192
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Posted By carpoor
Thumbs up Great looking car! Bet it will wake up nice with...

Great looking car! Bet it will wake up nice with the addition of a posi and some gears.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-21-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
The car went to a new home about 3 weeks ago....

The car went to a new home about 3 weeks ago. Ended up replacing the front harness to fix the charging issue. It has been an experience... that's for sure.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-11-2017, 04:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,133
Posted By carpoor
The fix ended up being a different choke rod and...

The fix ended up being a different choke rod and box. I picked one up for a 68'-70' from the parts place. Had to tweak the rod slightly. Works like it should now. Also found a loose distributor cap....
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-11-2017, 04:21 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
I ordered a choke rod and box for a 68'-70' from...

I ordered a choke rod and box for a 68'-70' from the parts place. I had to slightly tweak it, but it works. Also found that the distributor cap was loose. (My father is slipping in his old age) Still...
Forum: THE LOBBY 11-30-2016, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,082
Posted By carpoor
Neat car! I have only seen one in person - the...

Neat car! I have only seen one in person - the Power Tour in 2006. What transmission is in your car?
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-27-2016, 08:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 187
Posted By carpoor
69' M20...

Something I picked up recently, curious about the stamps. Thinking that it came out of a Pontiac A body. Were the gang stamps this sloppy and crooked?

I would like to know what assembly plant and...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-21-2016, 05:11 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 154,588
Posted By carpoor
Correct. Car was originally a 350 2bbl, th350, 10...

Correct. Car was originally a 350 2bbl, th350, 10 bolt 2.78 rear. Has a correct 72' WS 400, BW ST10 (2.88 1st gear), and an XV coded 3.55 posi 12 bolt rear axle.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-21-2016, 12:35 PM
Replies: 526
Views: 154,588
Posted By carpoor
1972 400, 4 speed, 12 bolt posi.

1972 400, 4 speed, 12 bolt posi.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-21-2016, 11:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 821
Posted By carpoor
Thumbs up I like it! The more of these I see, the more I...

I like it! The more of these I see, the more I want to put a stripe on my father's car so it doesn't look so plain and boring.
Forum: General Late Model Tech 11-21-2016, 11:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,428
Posted By carpoor
2004 GA GT PO128...

Keep getting this code. All of my online searches point to a thermostat stuck open. I ordered a new stat this morning. Going to try that and see what happens. The car runs great, and has been getting...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-21-2016, 11:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,133
Posted By carpoor
I am thinking this is the issue, brand new pump -...

I am thinking this is the issue, brand new pump - but most likely faulty. I cranked it for about 10-15 seconds last weekend, then got out and loosened the fuel line from pump to carb - hardly any...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-20-2016, 04:23 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 5,699
Posted By carpoor
Why not...

Why not...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-20-2016, 04:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,133
Posted By carpoor
Hard starting SOB...

Trying to figure out why my father's car is so cold blooded. It literally will not start unless I squirt starter fluid into the carburetor. Once running, it runs great. The engine is a freshly...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-18-2016, 08:11 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Originally this car had a white interior with the...

Originally this car had a white interior with the black dash, column, etc.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 10-17-2016, 03:34 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
I got sidetracked with other things more pressing...

I got sidetracked with other things more pressing in life. But, finally getting back to work on this car. I gave up earlier this year, the car is a hard starting SOB. I need to figure out why. Ken @...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-25-2016, 05:45 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
I would have a hard time selling that car. A 70'...

I would have a hard time selling that car. A 70' GTO with a 4 speed is on my "list."
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-24-2016, 03:36 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Getting close, wrapping up all of the underneath...

Getting close, wrapping up all of the underneath stuff... bad proportioning valve, exhaust leak, etc.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-17-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
The interior is actually a light tan, not white....

The interior is actually a light tan, not white. Similar to the Covert Tan interior in my 72' Chevelle. Pontiac might have called it sandalwood?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-17-2016, 07:36 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Thanks guys, not sure on the stripe. Originally,...

Thanks guys, not sure on the stripe. Originally, we were thinking black. Now, unsure... might clash with the rest of the car. How about gold? I wish I could see some good pictures of both, or...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 03-13-2016, 05:18 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Interior is nearly finished... On another...

Interior is nearly finished...

On another note, does anyone know what retains the chrome on the back of the fenders? There are two notches, and the trim has two small holes. Also, really need to...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 02-28-2016, 01:11 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Thanks, working on the interior now. I'll post...

Thanks, working on the interior now. I'll post some pictures once we have some significant progress to show.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 02-27-2016, 03:49 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Was able to uncover it in the daylight today...

Was able to uncover it in the daylight today...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-12-2016, 11:36 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Victory! After months of being on back...

Victory!

After months of being on back order, the door panels and seat covers have arrived.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-26-2015, 07:19 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,096
Posted By carpoor
Almost there...

Almost there...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-21-2015, 08:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 175
Posted By carpoor
Awesome. Much appreciated.

Awesome. Much appreciated.
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