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Forum: THE LOBBY 02-14-2024, 09:36 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,997
Posted By wolf
I've been a POCI member since 1981. When the...

I've been a POCI member since 1981. When the Canadian membership rates went through the roof several years ago, I opted for the digital subscription. I've read maybe one issue online. Same for SAE...
Forum: Tri-Power Tech 01-18-2024, 11:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 436
Posted By wolf
I'm at 5600 RPM on the 2 step at WOT.

I'm at 5600 RPM on the 2 step at WOT.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-15-2023, 12:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,974
Posted By wolf
Thanks for that info. It's certainly...

Thanks for that info. It's certainly disappointing. I specifically asked Eagle to confirm the cranks were cast "steel" when I saw them advertised as such at PRI in 2019. Not sure if I was talking to...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-14-2023, 06:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,974
Posted By wolf
Cast iron and steel are 2 very different alloys....

Cast iron and steel are 2 very different alloys. Steel has a much higher melting temperature, so more difficult to cast, and more prone to distortions when cooling, but typically a stronger, tougher...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 12-14-2023, 12:36 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,974
Posted By wolf
They were showing cast steel Pontiac cranks at...

They were showing cast steel Pontiac cranks at PRI in 2019, so it's been a while.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 12-09-2023, 08:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 743
Posted By wolf
I didn't see any Pontiac engines either, but I...

I didn't see any Pontiac engines either, but I saw a Speedmaster Pontiac head, and I think that was it for Pontiac content. I did talk to some Pontiac racers though.

I went to some of the EV...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 11-25-2023, 05:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,480
Posted By wolf
More surface area = more heat transfer = less...

More surface area = more heat transfer = less power and efficiency.

Dimples = potentially more turbulence (depending on other geometry) = better charge mixing = faster flame speed = potential for...
Forum: Pontiac - Race 10-31-2023, 08:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 701
Posted By wolf
Stupid question: is the pinion nut tight? I had...

Stupid question: is the pinion nut tight? I had one loosen off on an old truck many years ago, and had similar symptoms. Under acceleration, the pinion is pushed out against the bearings, but under...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-05-2023, 06:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 519
Posted By wolf
This, using axle straps with seat belt protectors...

This, using axle straps with seat belt protectors to save the paint.
Forum: THE LOBBY 10-02-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,206
Posted By wolf
It was funny. I legit wasn't trying to "poke the...

It was funny. I legit wasn't trying to "poke the bear" with my comment, but just add some irony to the humour.
Forum: Members Helping Members 10-01-2023, 02:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By wolf
Yes, at least 10%. This video shows what happens...

Yes, at least 10%. This video shows what happens when you don't have enough tongue weight: https://youtu.be/4jk9H5AB4lM?si=DnV-fB4D06Q4fCS4

Also realize that without a weight distribution hitch,...
Forum: Members Helping Members 10-01-2023, 02:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By wolf
It can run out of travel and bind.

It can run out of travel and bind.
Forum: Members Helping Members 09-30-2023, 09:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By wolf
I've used the #2 setup on several trailers and...

I've used the #2 setup on several trailers and trucks for about 30 years with my various race cars. Works well, and I like the adjustments available. Won't tow without an equalizer now.

Just make...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-30-2023, 09:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,206
Posted By wolf
wouldn't the 301 make all others big blocks?

wouldn't the 301 make all others big blocks?
Forum: Pontiac - Race 09-26-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 675
Posted By wolf
I don't see much wrong with the chassis reaction,...

I don't see much wrong with the chassis reaction, but it does look like there's way too much clutch.
Forum: SOLD Parts 09-13-2023, 08:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By wolf
Gotcha. Looks like a really nice frame, and a...

Gotcha. Looks like a really nice frame, and a very fair price. Good luck with the sale (10 years ago I would have definitely bought it myself).
Forum: SOLD Parts 09-12-2023, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By wolf
Are you sure about it being a Kansas plant build?...

Are you sure about it being a Kansas plant build? It looks just like a Pontiac plant frame, not like the other Kansas frames I've seen. Is there a legible VIN on it?
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 09-01-2023, 03:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 695
Posted By wolf
I have the Flowkooler pump. Zero complaints, very...

I have the Flowkooler pump. Zero complaints, very happy with it.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 08-03-2023, 04:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,251
Posted By wolf
Wow Greg, sorry to see this. Curious to what RPM...

Wow Greg, sorry to see this. Curious to what RPM were you twisting it?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-02-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 789
Posted By wolf
If you want to be obsessive, it's the spring...

If you want to be obsessive, it's the spring forces you want to equalize, not necessarily the installed heights... so installed heights end up being whatever is needed for each spring.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-30-2023, 08:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 801
Posted By wolf
A worn out timing chain and resultant retarded...

A worn out timing chain and resultant retarded cam timing will also show low compression pressure.

I also suggest a leak down test.
Forum: 66-67 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 05-18-2023, 10:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 327
Posted By wolf
Been there, for several body bolts. Yes there is...

Been there, for several body bolts. Yes there is a square nut in the body braces, held captive by a bracket. Once it breaks free of the bracket, it will spin. You need to cut an access hole into the...
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-30-2023, 06:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 852
Posted By wolf
Randy Bachman is very much alive still. I just...

Randy Bachman is very much alive still. I just saw him in concert a few months ago.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 04-13-2023, 06:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 978
Posted By wolf
My understanding is that for most dynos "STP HP"...

My understanding is that for most dynos "STP HP" is J607 correction (no consideration for mechanical efficiency), and "SAE HP" is J1349.
Forum: Pontiac - Race 04-12-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 978
Posted By wolf
The J1349 standard is actually in metric units...

The J1349 standard is actually in metric units only, with reference T=25 C and (dry) p = 99 kPa. When using imperial units, it creates some confusion on the reference barometric pressure (since Hg...
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