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The Pontiac Journal
Summer 2010 The Pontiac Journal - A Performance Years Newsletter Volume 8 - Issue 1

INTRODUCING THE NEW PY SHOWROOM


If you've been reading the last couple of issued of The Pontiac Journal or following our announcements on The PY Forums, you should already be aware that early in 2010, Performance Years moved our office and warehouse into a bigger and better location (but still in Hatfield, PA). In addition to the tons of new warehouse and office space we gained due to the move, we were also able to build a large showroom for our customers.

Immediately following our move, the showroom was looking a little bare. We were so busy organizing the warehouse space and stream-lining our entire order process, that the task of filling up the showroom with products and automobilia proceeded at a slow pace. Those of you that have already stopped in to pickup orders or checkout our new company headquarters were probably greeted by the large empty white room. However, that has now been remedied.

Performance Years is happy to announce that our showroom is now open to all visitors. We've begun stocking the shelves with some of the most popular products you'll find in our catalogs. We've also begun decorating the space with various pieces of automobilia and memorabilia that has been donated by our staff. We've made room for a car to be on display in the showroom. Currently there is a beautiful 1967 GTO on display and we plan to switch out these display cars from time to time.

In addition to adding a showroom for our customers to browse, we've expanded out hours of operation to make it easier for customers to visit us. Our showroom is open from 9:00am to 6:30pm Monday thru Thursday and 9:00am to 5:00pm on Fridays. Plus, for the months of June, July and August, we have introduced Saturday morning hours. During these Summer months, we are open on Saturdays from 9:00am to 1:00pm. We also have sales assistants and Technical staff manning our phones during those Saturday mornings if you are not local but could still use some assistance.

Now that our new showroom is now officially open, we'd like to invite everyone to stop in and pay us a visit. If you live in the area, we encourage you to make some time to check out our new headquarters. And for those of you who aren't so local, we suggest you keep us in mind the next time you are vacationing in the area. We are only 45 minutes from Philadelphia and a less-than-2-hour drive from Atlantic City.

We hope you enjoy reading this issue and if you have any comments, questions, articles or article ideas, please feel free to send us a note at Pontiacjournal@performanceyears.com.

  The Pontiac Journal Staff

IN THIS ISSUE


    NEW PY CATALOG FOR 2010

    PY OFFERS MORE DISCOUNTS

    UPCOMING 2010 EVENTS

    BRINGING PONTIAC POWER TO NHRA

    CUSTOM AM/FM STEREO

    LIKE-OEM FAN SHROUDS

    CUSTOM THROTTLE CABLES NOW AVAILABLE

    RARE 1972 HURST SSJ GRAND PRIX

    PY FORUMS TECHNICAL TIP:     PY SOCIAL GROUPS

    WHEN A DISCOUNT ISN'T REALLY A DISCOUNT

    'BOUT DARN TIME - SAY BIG CAR FANS

    Q-JET CARBS FOUND!

    NEW FOR YOUR CLASSIC

    COMING UP

PAST ISSUES

Volume 1 - Issue 1
Volume 1 - Issue 2
Volume 1 - Issue 3
Volume 1 - Issue 4
Volume 1 - Issue 5

Volume 2 - Issue 1
Volume 2 - Issue 2

Volume 3 - Issue 1
Volume 3 - Issue 2

Volume 4 - Issue 1
Volume 4 - Issue 2
Volume 4 - Issue 3

Volume 5 - Issue 1
Volume 5 - Issue 2

Volume 6 - Issue 1
Volume 6 - Issue 2

Volume 7 - Issue 1

  NEW PY CATALOG FOR 2010


Over the past year there have been a huge number of Brand New reproduction parts flooding the marketplace. There seems to be a dozen new products each week. And nothing could make us happier.

The only downside from our perspective is that by the time one of our catalogs reach our customers, it's already outdated. It's not the catalogs are wrong but they are missing new products that finally became available recent weeks. The best solution to this problem (other than directing customers to our website for the latest products), is to print new catalogs.

In just the last few weeks, we've finished new versions of our GTO/TEMPEST/LEMANS and FIREBIRD/TRANSAM catalogs. Each of these new catalogs is an update of the previous volume. We've added hundreds of new products to each, updated the product notes and squeezed in as many new pictures as the pages could hold.

Our latest GTO, Tempest & Lemans catalog (Volume 11D) is available in both digital and print copies. You can download the digital (PDF) copy HERE. Or you can pickup a print copy from our Headquarters in Hatfield, PA, at any of the shows we attend or request a copy by mail HERE.

The Brand New Firebird & TransAm catalog (Volume 12C) is currently in the hands of our printer. You can already download the digital (PDF) copy HERE. The print copies will be available the last week in June and you will be able to pickup a copy from our headquarters or at any show we attend, starting with Carlisle: All GM Nationals on June 25-27. Or you can add yourself to the print copy mailing list HERE.

Plus don't forget the 1969-77 G-body Grand Prix catalog we released last September. You can download the digital (PDF) copy HERE. Or you can pickup a print copy from our Headquarters in Hatfield, PA, at any of the shows we attend or request a copy by mail HERE.

Our goal is always to produce catalogs that allow our customers to find and order items they need as conveniently as possible. We are striving to improve our catalogs' quality with each new volume. A huge factor we take into account with each new catalog is the feedback we get from our customers. If you have a chance, send us your ideas and comments. Your comments can help to make the next volume, that much better.


  PY OFFERS MORE DISCOUNTS


PY OVERSTOCK SALE
With a new products continuing to become available and a move on the horizon for Performance Years, we have decided that we need to sell a good portion of our overstock or discontinued products. In an effort to entice our customers to help us clear these item from our warehouse, we've discounted them 25% to 50% of our regularly low prices. All of the products that have been discounted are listed on our online ordering system. You can use these links to go directly to the lists:

GTO, Tempest & Lemans
Firebird & TransAm
Fullsize Pontiac
1969-77 Grand Prix

All of the products on these lists are discounted until our inventory is depleted.








  UPCOMING 2010 EVENTS


Already this Spring we've attended a number of great shows, and this Summer and Fall aren't showing any signs of disappointment. The New PY trailer and show crew have a number of great events on their schedule in the coming months. We hope many of you will be able to come out to some of these events and show your Pontiac spirit. Plus, remember that we offer order pickups at any of our events, to save you shipping costs.

Carlisle - All GM Nationals
June 25-27, 2010
This weekend every year sees the huge Carlisle showfield packed with classic and modern GM vehicles. Row after row of cars and trucks representing decades of General Motor greatness. This show is also a favorite of car clubs, parts vendors and those guys who are looking to sell off his current project car so they can start the next.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the this Carlisle event must have the order placed by Tuesday, June 22, 2010.
2010 GTOAA National Convention
July 1-4, 2010
After the great success of last years GTOAA & POCI Co-vention, GTOAA chose to move it's 2010 National event west. This year Wichita, KS is the host for all of you GTO fanatics. We expect to have 4 glorious days catching up with our GTO lovin' brethren.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the GTOAA National Convention must have the order placed by Monday, June 28, 2010.
2010 POCI National Convention
July 6-10, 2010
For POCI's 2010 National Convention, they move a little east to Charleston, WV. Performance Years heads directly from the GTOAA Convention to this Pontiac filled 5-day event. There will be a re-stock trailer meeting up with our main show crew in WV so we expect to have a full inventory for this event.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the POCI National Convention must have the order placed by Friday, July 2, 2010.
Syracuse Nationals
July 16-18, 2010
After a brief rest for our PY Show Staff, they head to The NY State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the Syracuse Nationals must have the order placed by Tuesday, July 13, 2010.
Norwalk Pontiac Tripower Nationals
August 6-8, 2010
This event should be the cornerstone of any Pontiac Racing Fan's yearly schedule. One weekend every year Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio becomes the Mecca for the Pontiac racing world. Hundreds of Pontiac Racers and Thousands of Pontiac Enthusiasts descend on this one spot and you can't help but have a good time.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the Norwalk Pontiac Tripower Nationals must have the order placed by Monday, August 2, 2010.
GTO Classic Weekend
August 20-22, 2010
The Woodward GTO Tigers host their annual GTO event at the Centerpoint Marriot, just off of Woodward Ave. This event is strategically scheduled on the same weekend as the Internationally known Woodward Dream Cruise. If you are Motor City Steel fan, the Dream Cruise is an event you have to see. Plus the Woodward GTO Tigers' GTO Classic Weekend makes a more relaxed, Pontiac "home base" during the Dream Cruise weekend.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the GTO Classic Weekend must have the order placed by Friday, August 13, 2010.
TransAm Nationals
August 27-29, 2010
This 3-day gathering is custom-tailored for you Firebird, Formula, Trans Am , GTA & F-Body Firehawk Lovers. The Dayton, Ohio chapter of the Trans Am Club of America hosts this event which features a Car Show, Swap Meet, Trans Am Mini Nationals and a cruise.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the TransAm Nationals must have the order placed by Tuesday, August 24, 2010.
Fall Charlotte Autofaire
August 26-29, 2010
Marking the beginning of the end of our show season is always this Fall event in Charlotte, NC. This event is always a huge draw for all pedigree's of motor heads on the East Coast. Hunt for that last component for your Summer project or begin planning your Winter goals.
Any customers who would like to pickup an order at the Fall Charlotte Autofaire must have the order placed by Tuesday, August 24, 2010.


  BRINGING PONTIAC POWER TO NHRA

               
 


Gaydosh Performance began several moons ago with a Firebird, a donated 428 engine and a quest for speed. That quest is still alive today and...


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  CUSTOM AM/FM STEREO

by                
Mike Spizziri  


For Pontiac owners who want updated sound and don’t want to butcher up their dashboards, Performance Years has an excellent reasonably priced solution...


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  LIKE-OEM FAN SHROUDS

               
 




These new shrouds are an incredible find. 2 years ago GM discontinued the OEM replacement shroud because the tooling continued to deteriorate as their price skyrocketed. Now these new shrouds are available as an exact reproduction for your application. They are both cosmetically and functionally far superior to the current hydroformed replacement and well worth the extra $$$.



GME2A
$179.00
  1969 FAN SHROUD - 3-CORE
  NOW AVAILABLE
GME2B
$179.00
  1969 FAN SHROUD - 4-CORE
  NOW AVAILABLE
GME2C
$179.00
  1970 FAN SHROUD - 3-CORE
  NOW AVAILABLE
GME2D
$179.00
  1970 FAN SHROUD - 4-CORE
  NOW AVAILABLE
GME2E
$179.00
  1971-72 FAN SHROUD
  NOW AVAILABLE





  CUSTOM THROTTLE CABLES NOW AVAILABLE

               
 


Good news for all of you 4BBL owners out there. Performance Years found a supplier who will custom make throttle cables for us. We've already reproduced a few of the most common cables but are currently looking for more. If you have an original throttle cable that you can lend to us for reproduction, please contact us.

PYE57
$39.00
  1972-77 THROTTLE CABLE, 4BBL
  NOW AVAILABLE

  Fits 72-74 GTO, 72-77 GP, probably 73-77 Grand Am and Can Am also.
RFE61C
$29.00
  1975-79 FIREBIRD THROTTLE CABLE, V8
  NOW AVAILABLE


  RARE 1972 HURST SSJ GRAND PRIX

               
 


This is an extremely rare 1 of 1 1972 Hurst SSJ Grand Prix...


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  PY FORUMS TECHNICAL TIP:     PY SOCIAL GROUPS


Anyone who goes online with any regularity is at least aware of all the popular social networking sites that now available. There is a wide range of different sites you can join and each site provides a slightly different experience. There are sites for finding old school pals, sites for sharing pictures, sites for playing games and even sites that encourage you to...


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  WHEN A DISCOUNT ISN"T REALLY A DISCOUNT

               
 


We all know that money doesn't grow on trees. Each of us works for what we have and because of that, are cautious about where we spend it. Anyone will tell you that it's always better to...


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  'BOUT DARN TIME - SAY BIG CAR FANS


If you do some quick math, you'll realize June 2002 was 8 years ago. Why is June 2002 important, you ask. That was the last time Performance Years released a Fullsize Pontiac catalog.

In the years immediately before and after the release of that catalog, we at Performance Years noticed an alarming trend. Each year there were many more discontinued products for our Fullsize Pontiac catalog than there were new products. When it came time to release a new Fullsize Pontiac catalog in 2003...


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  Q-JET CARBS FOUND!


These are meticulously rebuilt original Q-jets and are subject to availability. They are completely overhauled with a gold irridating process to look and work great. Correct part#’s are stamped in correct locations where available. When ordering any of these carbs, specify your Model, year, engine, transmission and California or 49 States emmissions. All carbs include gaskets!!




70272623587358th day of 1967restamp$449.00
70272633347334th day of 1967restamp$449.00
7028273022722th day of 1967This is an original date coded MT RA carb!$599.00
70282761345134th day of 1975This is an original service replacement AT RA carb!$459.00
70292702048204th day of 1968Restamped AT RA carb$459.00
70292732048204th day of 1968Restamped MT RA carb$459.00
70292632048204th day of 1968restamped MT non RA carb$419.00
70402732049204th day of 1969restamped MT RA carb$459.00
70402732049204th day of 1969restamped MT RA carb$459.00
70402643587  AT non RA carb original date coded$419.00






  NEW FOR YOUR CLASSIC

Performance Years  


In this issue of the Pontiac Journal we are offering our loyal PJ subscribers a additional 10% discount off all of the new or improved products listed below. These specials are available only to subscribing Pontiac Journal members and expire on August 31st, 2010. When placing orders for these products you will need to tell your Sales Rep your Forums Username or note it on your mailed, faxed or online order.

These products are new or recently improved.

  RPZ187
  $299.00

  1969-72 AM/FM RADIO
  NOW IN STOCK

  PYI96
  $15.00

  1969-72 Remote Mirror Bezel
  NOW IN STOCK

  PYI96B
  $12.00

  1969-72 Mirror bezel Bracket
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPI680
  $34.00

  1969-70 HURST T-handle
  Available Soon

  PYI93
  $9.00

  1971-72 COURTESY LENS
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPI65AK
  $99.00

  1966-67 Seat Back Piping Kit with Caps
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPI65CK
  $99.00

  1968-72 Seat Back Piping Kit
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPZ232_
  $16.00

  Weathered Pontiac Sign T-shirt
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPZ233_
  $35.00

  Weathered Pontiac Sign Hoodie
  NOW IN STOCK


GTO PRODUCTS
  RPR98
  $319.00

  1968 GTO REAR BUMPER
  NOW IN STOCK
  RPR99
  $319.00

  1969 GTO REAR BUMPER
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPF79G
  $409.00

  1965-67 GTO HOOD
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPF80
  $409.00

  1968-70 GTO HOOD
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPD59
  $249.00

  1966-7 GTO DOOR MOLDING REVEAL KIT
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPD99C
  $249.00

  1968-72 QUARTER WINDOW ASSEMBLY - LH
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPD99D
  $249.00

  1968-72 QUARTER WINDOW ASSEMBLY - RH
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPI721
  $30.00

  1964-65 GTO Inner Radio Bezels
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPI721A
  $30.00

  1966 GTO Inner Radio Bezels
  NOW IN STOCK

  RPF240_
  $35.00

  GTO 6.5 Fleece Hoodie
  NOW IN STOCK


FIREBIRD PRODUCTS
  RFR55
  $129.00

  1967-68 Firebird REAR BUMPER
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFR56
  $129.00

  1969 Firebird REAR BUMPER
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFI89
  $409.00

  1978-81 Seat Belt Sets
  NOW AVAILABLE
  Also available in:
  Navy Blue, Bright Blue, Maroon, Red, Silver, & Tan
  RFF130
  $429.00

  1977-78 Firebird Front Bumper Cover
  NOW AVAILABLE

  RFF134
  $299.00

  1974 Firebird Front Grilles
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFR05
  $425.00

  1970-73 Firebird Tail Panel (metal)
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFR92HL
  $65.00

  1970-73 Tail Lamp Housing, LH
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFR92HR
  $65.00

  1970-73 Tail Lamp Housing, RH
  NOW IN STOCK

  PYW57S
  $89.00

  1971 Honeycomb Center Caps
  NOW IN STOCK

  GMW59R
  $89.00

  1972-77 Honeycomb Center Cap Set
  NOW IN STOCK

  GMW20R
  $59.00

  1971-76 Honeycomb Trim Ring
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFZ34_
  $16.00

  Firebird History T-Shirt
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFZ26_
  $16.00

  Weathered Phoenix T-Shirt
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFZ14_
  $35.00

  Phoenix Logo Hooded Fleece
  NOW IN STOCK

  RFZ16_
  $39.00

  Phoenix Logo Jacket
  NOW IN STOCK


GRAND PRIX PRODUCTS
  W16000
  $59.00

  1969 GP Console Box Lid
  NOW IN STOCK

  W16001
  $59.00

  1970-72 GP Console Box Lid
  NOW IN STOCK

  B5010
  $49.00

  1969-70 GP Front Bumper Filler
  NOW IN STOCK

  B5000
  $4.00

  1969-70 GP Nose Filler Washers
  NOW IN STOCK

  M48170
  $12.00

  1969-72 GP Positive battery cable hold down bracket
  NOW IN STOCK

  B27010
  $20.00

  1969 GP Front fender bracket to radiator support
  NOW IN STOCK

  B27000
  $79.00

  1969-72 GP Front fender close out filler
  NOW IN STOCK

  M36170C
  $129.00

  1969-70 GP Molded hood pad
  (limited production run! Don't wait to order!!)
  Available Soon

  R3278P
  $8.00

  1969-72 GP Hood bumper
  NOW IN STOCK

  B29300
  $49.00

  1969-72 GP Fuel door
  NOW IN STOCK

  R31260
  $7.50

  Bumper jack grommet
  NOW IN STOCK

  R4048S
  $109.00

  1969-72 GP CORRECT window channel felts
  NOW IN STOCK






COMING UP
in Future Issues


Pontiac Insight Articles
Another interesting look into the Pontiac hobby and the real world factors that effect it.

Pontiac Technical Articles
Another look at a portion of the Pontiac restoration hobby and some technical tips for the do-it-yourself restorer.

PY Forums Technical Tip
There are lots of great little features of the PY Forums. In the next issue we will single out one that you may or may not be aware of.

PJ Specials
Each new issue of the Pontiac Journal means a new list of special discounts offered to our loyal readers. Check back next issue, your wallet will thank you!!

AND...
Any other Pontiac news-worthy information, stories, trends and developments that come across our desks.

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Publisher
Chris Casperson

Editor-in-Chief
Chris Casperson

Production Manager
Steve Craig

Contributing Writers
Chris Casperson
Mike Spizziri

Technical Editor
John Buchta

 


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I tried clicking on the link to the "PY Overstock Sale"and I could not get in. I then tried requesting my log-in info and password and the response I got was "The E-mail address entered is not on file." What's up?

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Performance Years!!!
I second Old Man Taylors probelms in login! I automatically am logged into the Tech Forums, but I can't get to your on-line ordering and Purchase Parts either from the Tech Forums or your Home page!!! You state an invalid ID and Password. What gives?? How can I buy parts!!!

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