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Forum: Suspension TECH Yesterday, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 754
Posted By MPKind
I have Viking shocks on my car along with the PMT...

I have Viking shocks on my car along with the PMT Fabrication suspension setup for front and rear. Handles quite well.

Even with the Viking shocks, they spec'd them out for my car at 21.75"...
Forum: Suspension TECH Yesterday, 03:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 754
Posted By MPKind
Yes, the claim of "factory specs" is BS. Clearly...

Yes, the claim of "factory specs" is BS. Clearly I mismatched the shock/spring combo on my car thinking they'd work and paid dearly for it. Never worked as it should. They make the one HD spring...
Forum: Suspension TECH Yesterday, 12:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 754
Posted By MPKind
Free height is nearly the same for HD and Std...

Free height is nearly the same for HD and Std springs since the force applied to them will result in similar ride heights, given the proper application per model. HD springs in the shorter WB models...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-14-2024, 04:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
The rod will tilt some to use the notch index. ...

The rod will tilt some to use the notch index. Just barely.

The choke rod setting in the diagram can’t be achieved once the outer coil rod is set. If you bend the inner is messed up the outer...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-14-2024, 03:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
It’s a 4bbl rod. The one with the U bend in it. ...

It’s a 4bbl rod. The one with the U bend in it. As you can see I’ve squished the U bend down so it works the choke better.

The inner choke rod is straight

The whole where the outer rod...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-14-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
1. I have been using the procedure from the 71...

1. I have been using the procedure from the 71 Pontiac Service Manual with specs.

2. I always use drill index for measuring.

It’s an old carb so there’s some wear that makes its function less...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-13-2024, 09:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
More questions than answers. The stat rod setting...

More questions than answers. The stat rod setting and the choke rod setting of 0.100 air gap are not jiving. I set the stat rod, but then try to set the choke rod to get 0.100” opening and it brings...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-13-2024, 02:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
Choke rod was too short. When fully straightened...

Choke rod was too short. When fully straightened it just barely is at 2.5”. Outer choke rod sits in the R notch now. So I’m a lot closer than before.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-12-2024, 07:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
Kenth, that’s the procedure I described. I can’t...

Kenth, that’s the procedure I described. I can’t get that to happen. The rod lands a good 1/2” above the notches.

Looked at what a new choke rod looks like. The one attached to the choke. Mine...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-12-2024, 01:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
The stats don't really adjust...you can force it...

The stats don't really adjust...you can force it I suppose. Pic included. This is more of a parts mismatch than anything, I think.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 04-12-2024, 12:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,634
Posted By MPKind
In the old Service Manuals, like the 1970 Pontiac...

In the old Service Manuals, like the 1970 Pontiac one I was looking at, it says close the choke valve, then hold the coil rod to the upper limit and bend as needed to fit the notch on the follower...
Forum: Suspension TECH 01-23-2024, 02:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 754
Posted By MPKind
I upgraded the entire suspension on my ‘65...

I upgraded the entire suspension on my ‘65 Catalina last fall. It was costly and quite the experience to get it right.

The major issue was the rear springs.

First 65-6 rears are unique to...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-23-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 595
Posted By MPKind
Update: Viking makes 2” extensions so I’m saved....

Update: Viking makes 2” extensions so I’m saved. A longer 24” shock (Monroe’s) is needed for the Cats & GPs when using the 140s since it’ll lift the rear up 2-3 inches. Any OE shock will work the...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-20-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 595
Posted By MPKind
65-6 rear coils ‘n springs

Gonna retry this in the P-8 group.

Having a tough time getting the rear suspension parts to work. Did a full suspension upgrade with PMT arms and sway bar. Viking shocks. New ESPO coil springs....
Forum: Suspension TECH 10-19-2023, 11:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 407
Posted By MPKind
65-66 Catalina rear coils and shocks

Having a tough time getting the rear suspension parts to work. Did a full suspension upgrade with PMT arms and sway bar. Viking shocks. New ESPO coil springs. 140 lb/in. Problem is the new shocks...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-13-2023, 12:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 444
Posted By MPKind
I filled the bowl and did the pressure test. It...

I filled the bowl and did the pressure test. It was below specs. Didn’t do a volume test or vacuum test. The pressure dropped in minutes after shut down. So I think that tells the tale. The check...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-12-2023, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 444
Posted By MPKind
I agree. It’ll idle all day the way it is. It’s a...

I agree. It’ll idle all day the way it is. It’s a QJet setup on a 455. So it thirsty.


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-12-2023, 03:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 444
Posted By MPKind
Fuel pump testing

The pump is a Carter M6907. Street Super pump. Like everything on my car its shelf life got to it before it failed on its own. Between the bad coil and a weak pump it’s been a real challenge to...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-09-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,100
Posted By MPKind
Would you believe that newer canister coils have...

Would you believe that newer canister coils have a slightly larger diameter than Delcos? They won’t fit in the bracket. It won’t close the part that bolts to the head. There are a couple that are...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-09-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,100
Posted By MPKind
I stand corrected. Ballast is required with the...

I stand corrected. Ballast is required with the PS20/40 coils by FAST. “The large print giveth, and the small print taketh away.” It failed because it burned out from overload. I f’d up and...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-09-2023, 09:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,100
Posted By MPKind
No ballast. It’s a ‘65 Pontiac. It has a...

No ballast. It’s a ‘65 Pontiac. It has a resistance wire for running mode. Nothing special about that coil other than it’s advertised to work with a points system. I wouldn’t mount a ballast on the...
Forum: Suspension TECH 08-09-2023, 12:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,186
Posted By MPKind
I’m going thru the same issues. Vibrations at...

I’m going thru the same issues. Vibrations at 60-70. Just installed new rear arms. Uppers are adjustable. More upgrades coming. But just with the new arms and an improved pinion angle, the car...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 11:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,100
Posted By MPKind
I had it flipped…long day. It was the primary...

I had it flipped…long day. It was the primary that failed. Secondary resistance was ok.

Correction. It was a PS20 coil.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 10:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,100
Posted By MPKind
It was a PS40 for points. It failed after less...

It was a PS40 for points. It failed after less than 1000 miles.


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Forum: Pontiac - Street 08-08-2023, 10:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,100
Posted By MPKind
Update. Did a few more simple tests with the...

Update. Did a few more simple tests with the Flukemeter and culprit was revealed.

It was THE COIL! What a shock. HA!

Pulled out the old MOTOR manual to see what the ohm range should be. The...
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