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Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 04-18-2024, 02:42 PM
Replies: 5
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Posted By MatthewKlein
I used 2.5 downpipes on 2.25 manifolds It was...

I used 2.5 downpipes on 2.25 manifolds
It was necessary to grind the exhaust pipe to clear the manifold studs
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 08:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 467
Posted By MatthewKlein
There is a resistor built into the housing for...

There is a resistor built into the housing for low speed. This thread shows a wiring diagram.

https://www.corral.net/threads/contour-fan-wiring.2510121/

Other than less noise I'm not sure why...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 04:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 467
Posted By MatthewKlein
Depth is just over 3" at the motor

Depth is just over 3" at the motor
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 04:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 467
Posted By MatthewKlein
S827 is the standard # for the fan pigtail

S827 is the standard # for the fan pigtail
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 04:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 467
Posted By MatthewKlein
I believe this is the original radiator from my...

I believe this is the original radiator from my 72 LeMans. Contour fan doesn't quite cover it.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 03:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 467
Posted By MatthewKlein
I'm not sure what year your car is or the...

I'm not sure what year your car is or the radiator style but

ford contour fans flow 3000cfm on low speed and 5000 on high

this is a dorman # for the assy 620-104

outside dimensions are 24.5...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-16-2024, 11:27 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,404
Posted By MatthewKlein
Been a long time since I've had any carb cleaner...

Been a long time since I've had any carb cleaner around the shop. Only the dunk bucket. Just ordered a case. Thanks for the suggestion, will try it out. Its about 10c a can more expensive than my...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-15-2024, 10:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,404
Posted By MatthewKlein
Don't know where you guys get your brake cleaner...

Don't know where you guys get your brake cleaner but I pay 2.70 a can, And I'll Spray the grease off with 5 cans of that before I buy a 14.00 can of degreaser. Or use the solvent tank, then a tiny...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 04-05-2024, 06:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 647
Posted By MatthewKlein
My vote would be Permatex #2 sealer. Pitting...

My vote would be Permatex #2 sealer.

Pitting can be filled with JBweld then sanded smooth. Usually sandblast or wire wheel the pitting and clean with break cleaner so the epoxy sticks.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-17-2024, 03:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 825
Posted By MatthewKlein
I've seen a few videos about them and a tour of...

I've seen a few videos about them and a tour of the factory production area. Looks like a nice piece.

What confuses me is the decision to copy that style carburetor. They must be banking on...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 02-16-2024, 09:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 253
Posted By MatthewKlein
The minimum free play required allows the clutch...

The minimum free play required allows the clutch to spin without contacting and spinning the throwout bearing. If the bearing constantly turns it will wear out prematurely.
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-04-2024, 10:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 593
Posted By MatthewKlein
I may be mistaken but doesn't the water return...

I may be mistaken but doesn't the water return into the block and exit through the heads
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-04-2024, 06:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 593
Posted By MatthewKlein
I like the naked look of that engine. Reminiscent...

I like the naked look of that engine. Reminiscent of a dragster. Coolant must be exiting at the rear of the heads?
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-24-2024, 10:40 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 8,695
Posted By MatthewKlein
With cash on hand, I'd be looking every day...

With cash on hand, I'd be looking every day morning afternoon and night. Eventually someone will be selling a car below market value. Strike it while the irons hot.
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-17-2024, 02:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 657
Posted By MatthewKlein
That guy has a great youtube channel

That guy has a great youtube channel
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-16-2024, 11:18 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,593
Posted By MatthewKlein
47k was the value of 1 coin. They can be divided...

47k was the value of 1 coin. They can be divided limitlessly.

So if you own one whole bitcoin you could trade it for 47,000 dollars. Or tomorrow if a majority of people lose confidence in...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-16-2024, 11:12 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,593
Posted By MatthewKlein
This is ultimately what I believe will happen.

This is ultimately what I believe will happen.
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-16-2024, 11:11 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,593
Posted By MatthewKlein
This is exactly what comes to mind when I think...

This is exactly what comes to mind when I think about bitcoin.
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-15-2024, 08:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,593
Posted By MatthewKlein
How would a gun shop owner launder bitcoin...

How would a gun shop owner launder bitcoin payments from frowned upon gun sales

Owner of the shop needs dollars to pay the mortgage, utilities, gas, food. If there is an audit he's got to explain...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-15-2024, 07:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,593
Posted By MatthewKlein
Maybe you're the one to help me understand. So...

Maybe you're the one to help me understand. So far to me bitcoin seems more fiat than standard dollars.

No one is compelled to take bitcoin as payment for a transaction. I cant buy gas or...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 01-11-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 877
Posted By MatthewKlein
That experience is one I had to witness to...

That experience is one I had to witness to understand. Nothing else comes close.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-05-2024, 02:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 561
Posted By MatthewKlein
Thank you. Those are the first downpipes we...

Thank you. Those are the first downpipes we tried. They neck down to 2" flange
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-04-2024, 09:19 PM
Replies: 264
Views: 15,287
Posted By MatthewKlein
It's all part of the charm. I get a kick out of...

It's all part of the charm. I get a kick out of his replies.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-04-2024, 09:14 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,323
Posted By MatthewKlein
In a modern vehicle transmission fluid is dirty...

In a modern vehicle transmission fluid is dirty by 30,000 miles and looks like mud by 60,000
Forum: Pontiac - Street 01-04-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 561
Posted By MatthewKlein
I have the 2.5 manifolds. What I cant seem to...

I have the 2.5 manifolds. What I cant seem to find are 2.5 downpipes

Stainless works lists 64-67 exhaust with 2" or 2.5" downpipes. People I spoke to on the phone there said they could not make...
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