[Andre]

Except for the codes, the blocks are the same. Although I got lucky and my cars are matching numbers, I don't think that its worth spending the money to change out the motor. I'll probably make members mad, but in my opinion, as long as the engine looks original,and performs well, I'm good with it. Now, if you want to go fast, then its a different ball game.

[400 4spd.]

Charles, I agree with Andre. Make the best of what you have. Unless you are after a trophy at a Pontiac event, the numbers won't matter to anyone looking at it. Besides, if you go after a 66 GTO engine you also have to worry about date codes, matching carb, etc..

[Jeff Hamlin]

Paul,
Looks like you have a bit of other things to work on long before dealing with rims & tires.
IMO and as stated those R1 rims look great and would/could look better with the goo wiped off the rubber and the drums detailed as factory, it will make the Rims POP.

Add to that a Red upper body stripe and it would all pull together.

Best of luck and do what YOU wish and enjoy the hell out of her!

[Old Blue 66]

Originally Posted by Jeff Hamlin

Paul,
Looks like you have a bit of other things to work on long before dealing with rims & tires.
IMO and as stated those R1 rims look great and would/could look better with the goo wiped off the rubber and the drums detailed as factory, it will make the Rims POP.

Add to that a Red upper body stripe and it would all pull together.

Best of luck and do what YOU wish and enjoy the hell out of her!

Were the red brake drums just in 66 or did there do that in 65, 67 and 68? Its cool and Ive never seen that.

[YNOBIL]

Originally Posted by Old Blue 66

Were the red brake drums just in 66 or did there do that in 65, 67 and 68? Its cool and Ive never seen that.

I believe it was '66 only. My new '67 with Rally I's didn't have them.

[Old Blue 66]

Originally Posted by YNOBIL

I believe it was '66 only. My new '67 with Rally I's didn't have them.

Someday Id like to see the other GTO's you have Bil. I'm a stacked headlight guy through and through.

[YNOBIL]

Originally Posted by Old Blue 66

Someday Id like to see the other GTO's you have Bil. I'm a stacked headlight guy through and through.

Since they're tucked away till Spring here's a preview:

Purchased in 1979, started frame off April 1,1983 still not done (30 years must be a record) this is how it looked a couple months back.



I bought this one as a basket case in 1982. Patti and I restored it (with help on the paint) in the Summer of 1985.

[Peje]

Originally Posted by YNOBIL

I believe it was '66 only. My new '67 with Rally I's didn't have them.

Correct me if I`m wrong.The front drums were painted red if you ordered red plastic inner fenders and Rally I for 1967 GTO.A very rare option.

[Jeff Hamlin]

'66 is/was the ONLY year to get the Red Drums with Rally One rims.
I have never seen anything that would support this detail with the Red Liners so I will say that is a NO as well.
It may have been a '66 with R1 & liners that your thinking.

Several '67's on the web with red liners and none show red drums.

[David Jones]

Looks like a nice ride Paul.
Have you put a wrench on that water pump bolt to check for tightness?
I might loosen it off and rub a little sealer behind it and retighten it, just for laughs.
Can you get CCass to change your name to old brown 66. I'm struggling with the picture/name mismatch.......

[Old Blue 66]

Originally Posted by David Jones

Looks like a nice ride Paul.
Have you put a wrench on that water pump bolt to check for tightness?
I might loosen it off and rub a little sealer behind it and retighten it, just for laughs.
Can you get CCass to change your name to old brown 66. I'm struggling with the picture/name mismatch.......

Thats Old Gold 66 David LOL.... But seriously, there may come a day when I get another car. And since blue is my fav color....

[GT182]

Pul, no offense meant. I couldn't tell if the carb was a 2 or 4 in your first photos.... looked like a 2bbl to me.

In my mind you have a exceptional 66 GTO even with the few little problems it has. But I know you'll put it right... they way you want. It's your so fix it up and drive it the way you want. Enjoy it to the fullest.

[arbys]

Originally Posted by GT182

In my mind you have a exceptional 66 GTO even with the few little problems it has. But I know you'll put it right... they way you want. It's your so fix it up and drive it the way you want. Enjoy it to the fullest.

Yes, there are certain people on these forums that you know will raise their cars to the next level or even beyond.

[GT182]

Originally Posted by arbys

Yes, there are certain people on these forums that you know will raise their cars to the next level or even beyond.

Ross, Paul has an exceptional 66 there with only a few small problems. I know he'll have one hell of a good one once they're straightened out. He might prefer blue, but I've got a feeling this is one he'll hang on to. I've been told there aren't many Martinique Bronze 66 GTOs out there these days, and his in my book is special. If I could afford it, mine would be back to it's original color.... the same as his is. Maybe I should repaint mine blue and get him to swap with me. Naw.... that wouldn't happen. LOL

[Old Blue 66]

Originally Posted by GT182

Ross, Paul has an exceptional 66 there with only a few small problems. I know he'll have one hell of a good one once they're straightened out. He might prefer blue, but I've got a feeling this is one he'll hang on to. I've been told there aren't many Martinique Bronze 66 GTOs out there these days, and his in my book is special. If I could afford it, mine would be back to it's original color.... the same as his is. Maybe I should repaint mine blue and get him to swap with me. Naw.... that wouldn't happen. LOL

Did your car have a black top on it Gary?

I sent for the PHS. Im sure there wont be any surprises. But Im curious to see if the car came originally with the Rallye I's. If the motor was swapped out, who knows, maybe it could have been an air conditioned car with a tri-power originally.

[Old Blue 66]

Originally Posted by GT182

Pul, no offense meant. I couldn't tell if the carb was a 2 or 4 in your first photos.... looked like a 2bbl to me.

In my mind you have a exceptional 66 GTO even with the few little problems it has. But I know you'll put it right... they way you want. It's your so fix it up and drive it the way you want. Enjoy it to the fullest.

None taken Gary. I value your opinion on these cars, that's why I asked the question.

Gobble Gobble (Thats turkey for Happy Thanksgiving!)

[GT182]

And a very Happy Thanksgiving you and yours Paul.... Also to everyone else here at PY and your families too.

Remember... "Plop plop fizz fizz, oh what a relief it is.

[Greg Reid]

Old Gold has a nice ring to it actually....

[george kujanski]

If you jack up the rear axle and put the car in neutral, turn one of the rear wheels, the other should turn in the same direction if it's a posi. It'll turn in the opposite direction if it's open.

George

[Jeff Hamlin]

PHS would/should have the Limited Slip/Safe-T-Track listed.
But to be sure you could open up the diff/case.
For the cost of a gasket I would open the case just to check everything anyways.
Besides fresh gear lube wouldn't hurt.