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Forum: The Body Shop TECH 10-07-2023, 08:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Thanks and I will check out Eastwood

Thanks and I will check out Eastwood
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 10-06-2023, 03:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Is the proper paint for the trunk the black aqua or gray white?

Trying to nail down the proper color for the trunk splatter paint. I think its black aqua spatter. Can anyone confirm?
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 06-24-2023, 07:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 324
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Looking for correct rubber hood seal

Bodyshop was adjusting the hinges to get the hood to close correctly and realized that the rubber seal I installed 20 years ago is the problem. Guy said it sits high and rubber is hard and is pushing...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-18-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 978
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Are there any new products for Endura Bumper refinish?

I read the posts that are very good regarding the refinish of an endura bumper however they are pretty old. Are there any new products which improve the process or are the steps and products outline...
Forum: The Body Shop TECH 05-16-2023, 09:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 318
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Question on 1971 GTO Decal Colors

I have a 1971 GTO Convertible painted in non original blue and want to add the period correct decals. I believe the original decal color for blue would have been white but since my blue is not...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-08-2023, 04:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,950
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Okay so after putting up on the lift here is what...

Okay so after putting up on the lift here is what is installed.
Body Bushings - Rubber
Front Sway Bar bracket and links - poly
Front and rear control arms - poly
Shocks KYB KG5504 Gas a just
...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-07-2023, 08:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,950
Posted By Lifetime Goat
The sway bar and links are poly. Need to check...

The sway bar and links are poly. Need to check control arm bushings.
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-05-2023, 07:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,950
Posted By Lifetime Goat
So I am taking a deeper dive into the shocks and...

So I am taking a deeper dive into the shocks and am curious about rear coil over shocks, specifically would they improve the ride? I really never put any weight in the car so I wonder how they would...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-04-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,950
Posted By Lifetime Goat
I need to double check the size but I believe...

I need to double check the size but I believe they are 245/55/17 up front and 265 in the rear all with 30lbs. Suspension is stock replacement including the springs and I will check the shocks. I will...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 05-04-2023, 02:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,950
Posted By Lifetime Goat
How can I improve the ride on the street?

So my never ending project car is on the road and the ride is a little harsh. The body mounts were replaced with the polyurethene type and contact with the ground is Kumho Ecsta AST 17" tires.
I...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 01-05-2023, 12:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,449
Posted By Lifetime Goat
That would be great. How much and where in NY are...

That would be great. How much and where in NY are you located?
If you prefer PM me.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-28-2022, 04:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,449
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Nope Strange does not carry this anymore.

Nope Strange does not carry this anymore.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-28-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,449
Posted By Lifetime Goat
I spoke to MP brakes and they no longer offer the...

I spoke to MP brakes and they no longer offer the upgrade kit to 11" drums. They claimed the backing plates were too expensive to make.
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 12-27-2022, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,449
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Who sells 11 inch rear drum brake upgrade kits

Decided to keep my 71 GTO simple and after reading all of the posts I will most likley upgrade to 11 inch rear drums. Is anyone aware of who may sell an upgrade kit to do this? Rear is 12 bolt 3:55...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-16-2022, 05:59 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,943
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Brake rotor upgrade question

I was going to upgrade my stock front rotors and pads and read that a lot of people only upgrade the pads. If my goal is to get better stopping power from 90 back to 30 do I have to replace the...
Forum: Exhaust TECH 11-08-2022, 02:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,888
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Epilogue on this thread. I replaced the...

Epilogue on this thread.
I replaced the Dynomax muffler with Pypes Turbo mufflers and 90% of the annoying resonance is gone. I still get a little at a very specific RPM but all in all I am happy...
Forum: 70-72 GTO Tempest & LeMans TECH 11-04-2022, 11:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 745
Posted By Lifetime Goat
What are options for dash repair for radio?

I am looking to install a radio in the dash of my 1971 GTO which of course has a cut out from back in the day when everyone was putting in those old Alpine units. Is there such a thing as a repair...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-02-2022, 07:47 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,797
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Thanks for all the good feedback. I don't drive...

Thanks for all the good feedback. I don't drive frequently but when I do I run thru the gears. Based on these comments I am gonna start with what I have and upgrade the pads and rear drums. Thanks...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 11-01-2022, 02:17 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,797
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Is it worth the effort to upgrade to new 4 wheel discs?

Its that time of year and looking to make the GTO better on the street. If I upgrade to a new Baer or similar 4 wheel disc system will the stopping power vs the original disc/drum combo be worth the...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-25-2022, 09:55 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,823
Posted By Lifetime Goat
I was happy in 1979 because at the time my other...

I was happy in 1979 because at the time my other car was not an Audi Q8, plus beer sort of made everything sloppy. All kidding aside we never drove at the speeds on a regular basis that people drive...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-25-2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,823
Posted By Lifetime Goat
So when you say 69-81 do you mean the 14:1 ratio...

So when you say 69-81 do you mean the 14:1 ratio box?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-25-2022, 08:29 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,823
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Ok so I see the quality rebuilds available. Is...

Ok so I see the quality rebuilds available. Is there any reason I would not get the 12:1 ratio steering box?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-24-2022, 10:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,823
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Who is Lee?

Who is Lee?
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-24-2022, 07:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,823
Posted By Lifetime Goat
Rebuild the original steering box or toss in the trash?

I have a 1971 GTO with 122k on the chassis and one of the oldest parts left is the original steering box. Every other component on the car has been rebuilt except the WW motor. On the highway I have...
Forum: Pontiac - Street 10-21-2022, 04:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,368
Posted By Lifetime Goat
I checked connections and the issue appears to be...

I checked connections and the issue appears to be random. I even turn the motor by hand to move the flywheel and there is no difference. Guess I will just try another starter.
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