[t walgamuth]

Originally Posted by carbking

When I first started restoring tripowers, Steve and Chris had not yet started reproducing this stuff, and I had several of these different fittings reproduced (without the Weatherhead markings). Many I made myself (not really that difficult).

Since I no longer have time to restore carbs, probably should take the time to dig out all this stuff and throw it on ebay.

The female inverted flare fittings were challenging, until I found a retired tool and die maker who made me some special taps.

Again, anyone with a hobby lathe and hobby milling machine can make this stuff. To quote an old cliche " it ain't rocket science".

Lots easier today than it once was, thanks to the efforts of guys like Steve and Chris.

Jon.

Thanks Jon!

Tom

[elefantrider]

I'm looking for a big brass block for the vacuum modulator line if anyone has one.

WHile I'm feeling lucky, I also need a '65 kickdown switch mounted to the center carb.

[b-man]

Originally Posted by elefantrider

I'm looking for a big brass block for the vacuum modulator line if anyone has one.

WHile I'm at it, also need a '65 kickdown switch mounted to the center carb.

Message Dick Boneske, he probably has that brass fitting.

[60sstuff]

Originally Posted by elefantrider

I'm looking for a big brass block for the vacuum modulator line if anyone has one.

WHile I'm feeling lucky, I also need a '65 kickdown switch mounted to the center carb.

It sounds like you may have a ‘65 Tri-Power with automatic transmission ??

If so post photos as that is a rare breed.

Is this what your inquiring about?

[elefantrider]

Yes! I have a couple '65 tripower setups (one is original but missing these components) and I'm wanting to install it on a '65 with AC/PS/PB.

Also need the vacuum kickdown assembly for the center carb.

Did '65 tri-power cars with AC have a high idle actuator for when the AC compressor clutch was engaged?

Also looking for the Calfiornia base aircleaners, and while I'm looking, the 3 flame arrestors too..

[Joe37]

Here are some pictures of a '65 Catalina setup. Automatic T400 pulls vacuum from the brake booster fitting just as shown above. The " T " fitting on center carb is distributor to drivers side, HVAC to passenger side. I threw in a couple lockdown switch pictures.
Joe

[elefantrider]

Thanks for the detailed pics. Looks very good. Would GTOs with AC/PS have had the same Tri-power setup as the big cars?

[Joe37]

Yes, the GTO used the same setup only mechanical linkage, '65-'66 only. '66 had a bigger center cab and matching manifold. Nothing wrong with vacuum system if its working correctly, you just have to remember that they are slower to release than mechanical linkage ( have plenty of room ahead of you ).

[60sstuff]

Originally Posted by Joe37

Nothing wrong with vacuum system if its working correctly, you just have to remember that they are slower to release than mechanical linkage ( have plenty of room ahead of you ).

Trust me, I know all about that SLOW release of WOT.