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Forum: THE LOBBY 10-19-2022, 06:25 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 12,615
Posted By 5th TA
It seems like manual transmission muscle cars...

It seems like manual transmission muscle cars typically bring more money than automatics. It all boils down to what people are willing to pay.

Going back to the early sixties when you could get a...
Forum: THE LOBBY 09-15-2022, 06:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,516
Posted By 5th TA
I used to work for a guy who said the only people...

I used to work for a guy who said the only people who don’t make mistakes are those who do nothing. If you learn something, mistakes aren’t all bad.

I am sure I have done a lot of very stupid...
Forum: THE LOBBY 08-29-2022, 06:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,956
Posted By 5th TA
Great thread Tom, I love reading and hearing...

Great thread Tom, I love reading and hearing about this stuff. I am also a history buff, automotive and WWII.
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-17-2022, 07:52 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,683
Posted By 5th TA
What a great time capsule, glad it is being...

What a great time capsule, glad it is being preserved. It’s hard to believe these great barn finds keep popping up.

In 1970, while still in high school I worked part time at a transmission shop. I...
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-12-2022, 03:35 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,244
Posted By 5th TA
I am a big fan of the GN’s and GNX’s. My best...

I am a big fan of the GN’s and GNX’s. My best friend purchased a GN brand new, it was a great driving car that would be right at home today. Likely a lot kids today would be shocked by the...
Forum: THE LOBBY 07-01-2022, 09:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,209
Posted By 5th TA
Going back to the original post question, I...

Going back to the original post question, I believe the noise generated is a federal law for anytime a hybrid or all electric vehicle is operating in all electric mode to notify pedestrians that you...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-22-2022, 03:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,484
Posted By 5th TA
The Comp part number is 51-000-11 I will...

The Comp part number is 51-000-11

I will attempt to post a photo of the cam card specs, never done this at this site hope it works.
...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-22-2022, 11:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,484
Posted By 5th TA
Frontline, You have to ask yourself what...

Frontline,

You have to ask yourself what your ultimate goal is performance wise, how much time and money you want to spend. It will always take more time and cost more money. Engine / performance...
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-19-2022, 09:03 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,046
Posted By 5th TA
Interesting video Steve, we have several feeders...

Interesting video Steve, we have several feeders and lots of humming bird friendly plants on our deck. Love watching these amazing creatures.
Forum: THE LOBBY 06-14-2022, 04:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 937
Posted By 5th TA
Great story, Sheet metal looks to be in great...

Great story, Sheet metal looks to be in great shape. I love watching stuff like this.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 06-11-2022, 03:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,998
Posted By 5th TA
The twelve bolt is certainly a stronger...

The twelve bolt is certainly a stronger differential, it it sounds like your main complaint is about noise, not strength or durability. I would have gone back to the installers and asked them to...
Forum: Heating & Cooling TECH 05-25-2022, 10:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,511
Posted By 5th TA
In late 2020 I pulled the stock 301 out of my...

In late 2020 I pulled the stock 301 out of my 1980 TA and replaced it with a Butler 461. The 301 had a small two core radiator, I replaced it with a cold Cold Case radiator and couldn’t be happier. I...
Forum: THE LOBBY 05-24-2022, 07:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,233
Posted By 5th TA
Beautiful cars, thanks for sharing! I am...

Beautiful cars, thanks for sharing!

I am going to be in Alexandria for Memorial Day. Sad to think I missed this show by only two weeks.
Forum: YOUR BEST PONTIAC STORIES 05-21-2022, 08:48 PM
Replies: 293
Views: 60,685
Posted By 5th TA
I have already mentioned my first Pontiac a 65...

I have already mentioned my first Pontiac a 65 GTO convertible and my first new Pontiac a 1973 Trans Am.

Some time in 1973 my best friend had a neighbor who owned a grocery store. They had a 1967...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 05-12-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,397
Posted By 5th TA
I won’t say it’s impossible, but I highly doubt...

I won’t say it’s impossible, but I highly doubt it. The main reason being the extra cost for emissions certification.

Looking at the definitive Firebird & Trans Am guide written by Rocky Rotella....
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-14-2022, 11:12 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 20,399
Posted By 5th TA
Poncho Mike, Retiring at 64 1/2, I paid...

Poncho Mike,

Retiring at 64 1/2, I paid COBRA for six months until I was eligible for Medicare. My wife is four years younger, we were able to carry her on COBRA for 18 months. It was not cheap,...
Forum: THE LOBBY 04-13-2022, 09:53 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 20,399
Posted By 5th TA
Once again, congratulations to all those who have...

Once again, congratulations to all those who have retired or soon will be. Enjoy your family, grand kids, friends and hobbies!

Come August I will be retired four years, I have kept very busy with...
Forum: 77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH 03-31-2022, 10:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,909
Posted By 5th TA
Looking forward to hearing more and seeing some...

Looking forward to hearing more and seeing some photos!
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-30-2022, 02:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,551
Posted By 5th TA
You never mentioned what kind of problems you...

You never mentioned what kind of problems you were having with the original transmission or what symptoms are leading you to a converter failure?

I agree with others that just because it’s a dual...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 03-23-2022, 10:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,551
Posted By 5th TA
Lots of great information here. Many decades...

Lots of great information here.

Many decades ago I worked in a transmission shop. Because lift space was precious we usually used Jack stands on the ground. 7 ton in front and 5 ton on the rear...
Forum: THE LOBBY 03-08-2022, 01:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,089
Posted By 5th TA
I don’t see a lot of 64 GP’s, beautiful car, l...

I don’t see a lot of 64 GP’s, beautiful car, l love the color.
Forum: 74-76 Firebird & TA TECH 02-24-2022, 10:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,830
Posted By 5th TA
Congratulations on becoming an owner of a 1974...

Congratulations on becoming an owner of a 1974 TA.

The last year of the smaller rear window, giving the rear body more strength. The Last year for dual exhaust and no catalytic converter. The...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-23-2022, 04:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,815
Posted By 5th TA
Wow, RIP Gary. I grew up really enjoying these...

Wow, RIP Gary. I grew up really enjoying these guys. I take some comfort in knowing there are others out there who still remember them. I guess it’s time to finally get a new cartridge for my...
Forum: 67-79 Big Pontiac TECH 02-21-2022, 07:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,808
Posted By 5th TA
Not saying the cam couldn’t be worn, but if it...

Not saying the cam couldn’t be worn, but if it ran decent going out and terrible coming back, not likely things changed that quickly with the cam condition. You could start with pulling plug wires...
Forum: THE LOBBY 02-21-2022, 05:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,901
Posted By 5th TA
Great pictures, thanks for sharing so we could...

Great pictures, thanks for sharing so we could enjoy from far away.
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