Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
04-09-2024, 01:59 PM
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Silverleaf Green & Cameo Ivory
I found several pics of a Silverleaf Green & Cameo Ivory 1963 Tempest. Looks like the same car the late Stan Imboden owned.
The last pic is my 62 Tempest wagon parked with 3 of Stan's 63's. ...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
03-25-2024, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 1,356
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Rear Control Arm Shaft & Bushings
On ebay listed under Corvair parts rear control arm shaft & bushings. Seller has 2 sets available with discount if you buy both sets. These are the same parts Tempests use.
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
02-25-2024, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 445
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I don't have a picture of the front bracket...
I don't have a picture of the front bracket without the pulley in the way but you can see its general shape. Bracket is about 1/4" thick and has a jog to it. There is also a bracket to support back...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
02-12-2024, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 78
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Rear Bumper
After nearly 6 years I finally have a rear bumper back on the wagon. The original was damaged at some point in an accident. I found a rear bumper at a junkyard in Great Bend Kansas. See attached...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
10-03-2023, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 23
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A/C Clutch Replacement
Since I put the A/C belt on and charged the system the pulley side of clutch has rattled very loudly when engine is running. The pulley side of clutch is made from 2 pieces with some sort of plastic...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
09-23-2023, 12:07 PM
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Replies: 23
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Carburetor Rebuild
About 4 years ago I rebuilt my Rochester model BC and it has never run right. Car has been idling a little rough and stalling when I slow down.
I recently tried to buy a rebuilt carb. on Ebay...
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Forum: THE LOBBY
09-17-2023, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 6,079
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My First Car
I bought this 1967 Firebird 400 in 1977 for $300 when I was 18yo. It wasn't running at the time but it did come with an extra set of heads that ended up being 1969 RAIII.
I had a 1968...
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Forum: THE LOBBY
08-24-2023, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 4
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Editing a PDF shipping label
Can anyone help me edit a PDF return shipping label from Ebay? The label they e-mailed to me is tiny and barely readable. Measures about 1.5" x 2.5". I need the label to be approx. 4" x 6".
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-14-2023, 09:08 PM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-11-2023, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 78
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Evacuating & Charging A/C System
About 12 years ago I bought A/C manifold gauges and an automotive refrigeration vacuum pump at Harbor Freight. I learned how to service my Cool-Pack A/C system from the Pontiac & Tempest HVAC manual...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
05-07-2023, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
A/C Restoration
Because of the rarity of the Tempest Cool-Pack A/C I wanted to keep the system completely stock. My number one goal was to make the system air tight so it would hold refrigerant without leaking.
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Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH
05-04-2023, 11:45 AM
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
04-24-2023, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,659
Wiper Motor Repair
My wiper motor continued running after switch was turned off. I had to unplug power to it to get it to stop. According to the Tempest shop manual the problem is most likely the park switch.
So...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
04-20-2023, 08:16 AM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
Thanks b-man! I have only seen 2 NOS lower...
Thanks b-man! I have only seen 2 NOS lower valance extensions come up for sale over the last 20 years and I bought one of them. Any NOS A/C related parts for the early Tempest are super rare.
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
04-19-2023, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
Since I mounted the gray primer front lower...
Since I mounted the gray primer front lower valance I have felt that it's an eye sore. I removed it this past weekend and painted it Silverleaf Green. The color match isn't perfect because original...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
04-16-2023, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 1,356
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
04-03-2023, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
03-30-2023, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
Thanks B-Man!! Patina has become a popular...
Thanks B-Man!! Patina has become a popular look. They're only original once. The rear bumper is too badly damaged to put back on. It did it's job. The Tempest wagon bumper is different from the...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
03-30-2023, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
03-30-2023, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 78
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Tempest Power Tailgate Window
Tempest Power Tailgate Window (Safari)
"... will let you raise or lower tailgate window by a simple touch of the finger. Permits greater circulation of air ... enhances appearance, too."
In...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
03-27-2023, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 23
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Keys Cut To Code
After searching for 3 years I finally found a tailgate lock for my 62 Tempest wagon. As I expected, it did not come with a key. I already knew that a good locksmith with Curtis code books could...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
03-23-2023, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 78
Views: 15,211
Magic-Mirror Finish
Since I bought my car 5 years ago I have wondered whether the original paint could be buffed and shine again. I knew that if I started buffing I would have to do the whole car.
The hood and top...
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
02-07-2023, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 15
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Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH
01-30-2023, 03:12 PM
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Forum: THE LOBBY
01-12-2023, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,255
I was so saddened to hear of his passing. I...
I was so saddened to hear of his passing. I bought his album "Wired" in the 70's.
I've enjoyed watching his live performances on Youtube. He liked to hand over the spotlight to his very talented...
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