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Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts FOR SALE 04-05-2024, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,308
Posted By srmmmm
We've got a Paris, Rhome, Berlin, London, Athens,...

We've got a Paris, Rhome, Berlin, London, Athens, Cairo, Moscow, Warsaw & Italy, Texas. Toronto fits right in (except for the winters). :)
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-05-2024, 11:19 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By srmmmm
Got some bad news from the restoration shop after...

Got some bad news from the restoration shop after getting the front end aligned the tech took the car out for a brief test drive and discovered that the rear axle was able to travel 7 miles without...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-05-2024, 11:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 913
Posted By srmmmm
The only offset I recall analyzing in labs at GMI...

The only offset I recall analyzing in labs at GMI was wrist pin offset. This was done to reduce cylinder wall wear more than anything. The cylinder bores were always on the main bearing centerline...
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-27-2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By srmmmm
We're getting closer. The hood now closes with...

We're getting closer. The hood now closes with enough clearance for the air cleaner housing. The last three items are installation of the wood grain IP insert, front end alignment and state...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-26-2024, 11:01 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 951
Posted By srmmmm
On hard acceleration, the pinion is trying to...

On hard acceleration, the pinion is trying to "climb" up the ring gear which reduces the effective weight on the passenger side tire. (Which is why an open differential usually only spins the...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 03-14-2024, 11:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,142
Posted By srmmmm
You're correct! There was quite a bit of room in...

You're correct! There was quite a bit of room in the trunk with that vertical spare. Of course though the trunk in my 2-dr Bonneville was big enough I was able to put both doors of my 70 Esprit in...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 03-14-2024, 11:13 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,142
Posted By srmmmm
My 1979 Monte Carlo came with the "donut" spare,...

My 1979 Monte Carlo came with the "donut" spare, a T155/90R16 and my 1981 Bonneville had a T165/90R16 donut as I recall.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-12-2024, 09:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 264
Posted By srmmmm
I did the exact same thing in 1976. The...

I did the exact same thing in 1976. The transmission lasted about 6000 miles of tire chirping shifts from first to second and even from second to third at 85mph (Had a 2.73 rear end at the time). ...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-28-2024, 06:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 716
Posted By srmmmm
Absolutely. I didn't know they were available...

Absolutely. I didn't know they were available when I got the engine back from the rebuilder with the valve covers off. :-ohwell: But the serpentine drive is pretty sharp. :cool2:
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-28-2024, 11:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 716
Posted By srmmmm
When I first installed a pair of M/T valve covers...

When I first installed a pair of M/T valve covers on my stock engine years ago, the upper rear compressor bracket hit the top of the cover. Two 3/4" spacers and Ionger bolts let me raise that...
Forum: Members Helping Members 02-22-2024, 12:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,206
Posted By srmmmm
Non-ErrorChecking/Correcting. Crucial is one...

Non-ErrorChecking/Correcting.

Crucial is one of the best suppliers.
Forum: Members Helping Members 02-21-2024, 11:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,206
Posted By srmmmm
Non-ECC un-bufferred

Non-ECC un-bufferred
Forum: Members Helping Members 02-21-2024, 10:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,206
Posted By srmmmm
Here is the spec sheet on your motherboard. ...

Here is the spec sheet on your motherboard.

https://icecat.gr/rest/product-pdf?productId=18381695&lang=en

You can go up to 16GB with (2) 8GB modules.
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-19-2024, 11:27 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By srmmmm
It is the correct drop base with the dimple in...

It is the correct drop base with the dimple in the back. They also found the electric choke conversion was interfering with the fit so they'll add a bump for that. It was a little surprising that...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-16-2024, 02:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By srmmmm
More visible progress! Hood is on but won't...

More visible progress! Hood is on but won't close. Snorkels will have to come off the air cleaner housing to clear the A/C compressor and a hood brace. No real issue since the scoop will be open...
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts WANTED 02-07-2024, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 253
Posted By srmmmm
Have you checked at Trans Ams of Texas in Rendon?...

Have you checked at Trans Ams of Texas in Rendon? He had quite a few cars in his yard the last time I was there.
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-06-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 873
Posted By srmmmm
Jim Lyons managed to get an SD engine into the...

Jim Lyons managed to get an SD engine into the automotive lab at GMI that "supposedly" didn't dyno well enough at the foundry so we had that to tear down and investigate. We really didn't find...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-05-2024, 12:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,034
Posted By srmmmm
That shifter handle appears to have a two handed...

That shifter handle appears to have a two handed grip, or perhaps it's more than just a shifter. :)
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-23-2024, 02:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,362
Posted By srmmmm
Hydroboost on GM cars began with the introduction...

Hydroboost on GM cars began with the introduction of the 5.7L Oldsmobile diesel engine. My 1981 Bonneville was equipped as such and I found it to be one of the most linear braking systems I'd ever...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-23-2024, 11:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,299
Posted By srmmmm
My engine seems to follow this very close: ...

My engine seems to follow this very close:

6X-4 Heads - stock, should flow 206 cfm @ .500 lift

I'm using Comp XE275HR with 1.5 rockers, lift is .510"

Stroked 350 block to 413 cu in

Dyno...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-23-2024, 01:49 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By srmmmm
Using Hedman headers. Fit was very good, but I...

Using Hedman headers. Fit was very good, but I did have to go to a cable conversion on the column gearshift lever.
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-19-2024, 02:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By srmmmm
Yes, it's the Esprit model car, equipped with the...

Yes, it's the Esprit model car, equipped with the rally gauge package. I've restored it with 1976 TA suspension and will use a TA shaker hood.
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-19-2024, 12:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,122
Posted By srmmmm
Some good progress has been made on the car the...

Some good progress has been made on the car the last few months and the upholstery shop is nearly finished with the interior. All that is left are the sail panels and passenger door hard trim. The...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-10-2024, 06:10 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 12,430
Posted By srmmmm
It nailed her 428i compared to the actual, even...

It nailed her 428i compared to the actual, even down to the mineral gray and wheels. So it does make you wonder why it can't get the correct pictures for a GTO or Firebird...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-10-2024, 05:45 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 12,430
Posted By srmmmm
So I requested "a blonde in a black dress leaning...

So I requested "a blonde in a black dress leaning on a gold 1970 Firebird in a parking lot in front of a mountain lake" to produce my personal advertising brochure picture. Other than the turn...
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