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Forum: Pontiac - Race 09-18-2018, 09:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,504
Posted By MCronkGTO
428 4 bolt block, stock crank and rods with SPS...

428 4 bolt block, stock crank and rods with SPS rod bolts, .030 over with TRW pistons (built back in the 80's). RAIV heads (614) with slight port work. Old Crane hydraulic Fireball cam 232-242, with...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 08-31-2018, 11:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,857
Posted By MCronkGTO
I agree. I find myself drawn more to the "lesser...

I agree. I find myself drawn more to the "lesser seen" cars than the more popular ones. Finding a very clean and functional original "anything" is hard these days.

MarkC
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 08-29-2018, 04:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,857
Posted By MCronkGTO
I may have told you about the 69 Bonneville...

I may have told you about the 69 Bonneville Brougham 2 door 428 HO car I parted out. Wish it had not been such a rust bucket (firewall seam was rusted). At least the 428 motor was used in my 67...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 08-29-2018, 04:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,857
Posted By MCronkGTO
You have captured the essence of the "thrill of...

You have captured the essence of the "thrill of the hunt". To me it is like being on a quest to find the "hidden treasure". They have not made cars like these in a long time and never will again. ...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 08-28-2018, 09:28 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,351
Posted By MCronkGTO
Thanks I will check. Car only has 69k miles on...

Thanks I will check. Car only has 69k miles on it. The build sheet might still be there.
MarkC
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 08-27-2018, 11:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,351
Posted By MCronkGTO
Sorry if I am hijacking this thread a bit but I...

Sorry if I am hijacking this thread a bit but I have a 78 Formula that I know was a 400 car but not sure if it was a W72 or W50 car. The VIN is 2U87Z8L14156. I have not sent for PHS because the...
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 08-27-2018, 10:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 717
Posted By MCronkGTO
It is the same car you saw at Norwalk. Any idea...

It is the same car you saw at Norwalk. Any idea what it ran? Somebody needs to buy this car so I quit looking at it! LOL I have no room for another car but that has not stopped me before. I...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 08-27-2018, 09:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,857
Posted By MCronkGTO
LOL! I have done that too! On vacation in...

LOL! I have done that too! On vacation in Asheville NC and some time to kill so I start cruising local craigslist ads. Found a very clean 71 Lemans Sport that came with Honeycombs and an 8 track....
Forum: 68-69 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 08-27-2018, 05:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 717
Posted By MCronkGTO
I have been watching it too. Not sure why as I...

I have been watching it too. Not sure why as I don't have room for another car. LOL I love the color combo and the build seems to be very nice. I know you can't duplicate what is there for the...
Forum: Southeast 08-26-2018, 09:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,231
Posted By MCronkGTO
I need to do this next year (will be retired and...

I need to do this next year (will be retired and have the time). Any suggestions on where to stay? I have a ToyHauler but can't pull the trailer and my car at the same time! LOL I will be coming...
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-26-2018, 09:23 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,934
Posted By MCronkGTO
I think others have mentioned this but it is...

I think others have mentioned this but it is worth revisiting. It all boils down to what you are going to do with the car and personal taste.

The "uniqueness" of being the "baddest" on the road...
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-24-2018, 11:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 337
Posted By MCronkGTO
I was and am still a Southern Rock fan and...

I was and am still a Southern Rock fan and Skynyrd was a big part of that. I had plans to see them in concert but that all changed when the plane crashed. However I did finally get to see the...
Forum: 61-63 Tempest & LeMans TECH 08-23-2018, 11:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,270
Posted By MCronkGTO
I have often wondered where the 63 SD wagon went...

I have often wondered where the 63 SD wagon went that was ran out of Al Hodges dealership Cocoa, Fl. I grew up in this area and have drag raced since the early 80's. He also had a couple of SD...
Forum: 61-77 GTO LeMans & Tempests FOR SALE 08-23-2018, 10:36 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 34,489
Posted By MCronkGTO
You too huh? Would be nice to finish it in it's...

You too huh? Would be nice to finish it in it's original colors.
Forum: 67-81 Firebird & TA Parts FOR SALE 03-27-2018, 08:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 99
Posted By MCronkGTO
1978 400 parts

Parts removed from low mileage 1978 Formula with 400 engine.

Water pump 488288 date code J138 excellent condition $75
Water pump pulley 10004850YY $20
Crank pulleys 481038YB, 480509XS, spacer...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 07-19-2017, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 332
Posted By MCronkGTO
It has been a long time since I had a look in the...

It has been a long time since I had a look in the 67 assembly manual but I do believe the routing was different for cars with HO exhaust manifolds. I think there was even a slight difference between...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 02-17-2017, 11:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 838
Posted By MCronkGTO
Let me check the receipts I have for the car. ...

Let me check the receipts I have for the car. Most of the interior is original and the car only has 51,000 miles on it.

MarkC
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 02-11-2017, 12:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 838
Posted By MCronkGTO
Sorry I can't help with your question but thought...

Sorry I can't help with your question but thought I would share a picture of my 66 GP with Strato Bench seat in cloth and vinyl. The seats have headrests and the passenger reclines.

MarkC
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 02-11-2017, 12:02 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,232
Posted By MCronkGTO
Can someone please post the link to Keystone? I...

Can someone please post the link to Keystone? I would like to contact them about a bumper that needs straightening and rechroming. I am reluctant to sent a bumper that is not very straight for fear...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-10-2017, 11:29 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,823
Posted By MCronkGTO
I have lived in Florida all my life and until...

I have lived in Florida all my life and until just a few years ago never heard or saw a coyote around here. Growing up we fished most of the freshwater lakes around Central Florida and I was into...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 02-01-2017, 10:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 821
Posted By MCronkGTO
Andre is right somewhat about the market on...

Andre is right somewhat about the market on "regular" GTO's. However the top models i.e. Judges, RAIV cars, SD cars, etc. Still bring good money. Saw a #1 71 Trans Am go for about $80k at Mecum. ...
Forum: THE LOBBY 01-31-2017, 09:18 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,674
Posted By MCronkGTO
As you can see no one plan fits all. Everyone...

As you can see no one plan fits all. Everyone has different needs/desires as they transition to the next chapter of their life. What one can do to help alleviate the FEAR is to do a financial...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-31-2017, 06:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 821
Posted By MCronkGTO
I have attended major auctions, chased cars on...

I have attended major auctions, chased cars on ebay, and even before the internet. The only people "making money" on these cars are the ones we pay to work on them. I have always been "fortunate"...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-31-2017, 05:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 821
Posted By MCronkGTO
I agree with a 50k to 60k value. In talking...

I agree with a 50k to 60k value.

In talking with some long time Pontiac enthusiasts some say we should "dump" all our cars because soon nobody will want them. As we age the demographics will...
Forum: 64-65 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-31-2017, 01:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 821
Posted By MCronkGTO
BTW a friend bought an Iris Mist 65 GTO...

BTW a friend bought an Iris Mist 65 GTO convertible (white top) at one of the GTOAA Nationals many many years ago. Some guy drove it in and put a for sale sign on it. The car was puking antifreeze...
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