Hi guys!
The fit is so so! And i wonder if you have any general suggestions how to
get it properly lined up without being too close to fenders or jamming the
wipers to the windshield!?
Best regards
Pelle
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Express yourself
We have a "Slide-off Road" near our house.
And these aren't wild, just confusing:
St Louis is terrible with street names. It's a bit confusing to be at
the corner of 22nd Ave and 22nd St.
In Boston I saw a series of streets named as 19 Second St, 20 Second
St. etc. Not to be confused, of
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We have
a "Slide-off Road" near our house. And these aren't wild, just
confusing:St Louis is terrible with street names. It's a bit
confusing to be at the corner of 22nd Ave and 22nd St.In
Pelle,
Get yourself some masking tape used by painters. The blue stuff made by
Scotch is what I used. Take the tape and tape off your fender edges and hood
edges. This way, you protect your paint job from chips and scratches as you
try to install the hood and move it around. The blue tape is
I am doing the same thing on 66 chevelle 400 SB 750 demon
carb. I am going to run braided -6AN hose all the way and put a filter in
line. I am using -6an connectors no clamps!! my only concern is that
-6an hose is .032 smaller in dia. hope this is not too small for my
750carb??
Doug
I used to live on Easy St.,before I built my present home. One of my best
friends lives on Lovers Lane.
Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001
H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
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I don't have a clue what set that child off.
Clint Hooper
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1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
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In So Cal, not too far from my high school, was the intersection of "Holder" and "Ball".
__ Mike Heiser1966 Chevelle SS | 1969 Chevelle Malibu | 1969 El CaminoChevelle El Camino Club of Oregon, ACES, Team Chevelle
From: "Clint Hooper" [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To:
In the Inwood section of Manhattan ther
are cross streets "SEAMAN" "CUMMING"
While living in KY a decade ago, I used to take by boy to fly kites at a
state park which was on Beaver Lick Pike.
Larry Shouse
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Sent: Monday, February 27, 2006 9:30
AM
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I'm in the market for an exhaust system,I
Have a mostly stock 454ci .60 over, mild cam with astreet avenger 770
,stock open chamber oval heads,super comp headers and would like to
know if I should go with a 2.5"inch or 3" inch pipe. The anyone has had
any experiance with Pypes 3"inch
The folks that do my framing (pictures) are
located at College and High here in Hodgenville.
Alex LaRueLaRue Insurance Personal Business
Insurance Collector Car Insurance Life
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42748800-303-3518 Fax 270-358-8978Visit us online at
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And I thought mine had been to Hell and back.. Good
work David.
Regards,
Jim Brady III
'66 Malibu
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Thought I would post some pics of my 1966 that I
have been working on
for the past two years. The
Along the same lines as Larry's question. What brands of electric
fuel pumps do you guys use? How do I determine the gph required for
my engine (460hp+/-)?
I came across complete kits at summit and at scoggin dickey. Do you
guys think these are a good value for someone needing the complete
Doug,
I was thinking about running a braided hose all the
way as well. I have the same concerns you do, so I'm planning to go with Summit
p/n SUM-PUMPKIT3 which is a - 8 AN diameter fuel line kit designed to work with
3/8 in. NPT components. That's my plan anyways, unless somebody here can
Jimmy,
You could use either 2.5 or 3. As far as performance both will
get the job done for your combo. I went 11's with cheap 2.5
mufflers. So the true decisions are based on $$$ available. I would
tend to lean toward 3 and try to get it in stainless. Mandrel bent
pipes are a must.
I come from a drag racing background... It's always been thought that
too much is ok... you get yourself a pump that puts out more than you
think you'll need...
like say a Comp140 Mallory pump, or something similar, then regulate
your pressure up near the carb.
Not using enough of a pump will
I have 3 going back to a pair of series 40 Flowmasters then 2.5 all
the way out the back.
I haven't taken it down the strip yet, but I've got a moderately healthy
400 small block in my
'68 and would imagine I could drop a pretty healthy big block in it with
the same exaust with no worries.
Between Alliance and Canton Ohio Pilot's Knob always makes me
chuckle.
Walt
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Thanks for your input gm66.
Larry
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On my chevelle I ran steel line as much as possible with a good
Thanks Ron.
From what you're saying, it sounds like 150gph should be more than
enough. The BG280 is probably overkill. I was thinking about using a
regulator with a bypass, so these kits might not be the way to go. It
looks like they come with a basic 2-port regulator.
What about brands?
Hi Matt... It doesn't sound like you have a motor set on KILL, so I
believe a 140gph pump should be plenty.
All we'd used in racing was a holley 'blue' regulator...fuel entered
from the bottom and exited from both sides... one side
went to one bowl, other side to the other bowl. keeps the
LOL..no it's not set on KILL. Thanks for the advice. You are right,
the number of choices now is pretty amazing. I'll stick to something
fairly conservative.
Matt
At 10:04 AM 2/27/2006, Ron Zeppin wrote:
Hi Matt... It doesn't sound like you have a motor set on KILL, so I
believe a
There's a convenience
store in Beaver Creek, CO called "Beaver Liquors"...
Brad
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wackiest
And
there's a package store in Salem MA called Bunghole Liquors.
Here in
Brooklyn we have the Brooklyn Jerk Center. Yes, it's true.
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Im running flowmasters and 3in to rear then 2.5 over then back to 3in out to the end, sound great run even better. good luck Eddie 66SS454 convertable.Ron Zeppin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have 3" going back to a pair of series 40 Flowmasters then 2.5" all the way out the back.I haven't taken it
Is it me, or is this an
AOLer sort of thing?
Anyway, here's what you
need, Normsey: http://www.chevelles.net/mailman/listinfo/chevelle-list_chevelles.net
Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comWill Work
For Parts:http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3
Hi
Larry,
You've
got the right idea going with the -8 line. Right now I have -6supply
line from the tank (modified w/ rear sump), to the filter, to the pump, and then
-8 from the pump to the carb. However, I'm in the process of getting the
pieces toconvert all the -6 to -8. As for the
Don't know how true it is but Ihave always
heard not to run all steel braided hose on a street car. Something about the
fittings "sweating" and creating a strong fuel smell in the car. GM66's method
is a good one.
Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001
H-D FLHR custom
Sorry I'm late--got busy here at work
BillL
OK, whos turn is it?
Dale
McIntosh
67 El
Camino
1967 Chevelle Reference
CD
http://www.chevellecd.com
ACES #1709/TC Gold
#92
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Thanks for the heads up Clint. Since I already
ordered the braided hose kit today, I guess I get to be your guinea pig. I will
report back with my findings before summer...
Larry Shouse
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Like I said,I don't know true it is,Larry. Maybe
Herb can offer some more input on his set-up.
Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001
H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
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Larry Shouse
Has anyone tried one of the new 1968-72 El Camino roof panels? I have not
sold one yet. I need to replace the roof on mine the next time around
because it used to have a vinyl top and there is rot in the drip rail area
that is starting to bubble up again. I assume they will fit well but I don't
I had braided hose from the tank to the
fuel rail on my 67 w/FI. Personally I didnt notice any fuel smells. I used
braided line rather than a hard line mainly because it was easier to tuck up
out of the way along the frame rail. Once I figured out how to cut the ends off
cleanly for the
Well here's a good one,,in northern Kentucky, right
along I-75, there's a sign that says,big bonelick park.
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Good question,John. I've often wondering the same thing. Who's making them
now?
Clint Hooper
HH Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
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Has anyone
Herb,
Thanks for your input. I'm still learning my way
around cars after a 25 year break while serving my country and raising a family.
This is my first time working win AN type fittings...
1. As Clint mentioned, have you experienced
any "sweating" or leaking issues with ANfittings?
2.
DII is making them but I haven't sold one yet.
John Nasta
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For the first time this year, but
woefully not the last Im sure if you read the bottom of the
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John,
Do yours and let us know.
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Good question,John. I've often wondering the same thing. Who's making them
now?
Clint Hooper
HH Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
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I won't be doing mine for at least a few more years.
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Do yours and let us know.
D.R. Jones
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Why in the heck can you people not read the instructions you received when
El Camino roadster,anyone? grin
Clint Hooper
HH Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
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John,
Do yours and let us know.
D.R. Jones
Clint
I like to hike on the Appalachian Trail. Last hike we passed a place called,
Young Lick Knob It's in north Georgia
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Herb/Larry, dont mean to butt in but here was my approach.
1. Fuel tank to an inline filter (GF61 type [I think] w/3/8 barb on both
ends and use a standard 3/8 fuel hose or Russell Twist-Lok -6 hose. You
may have extra Russell hose (left over from the next step) depending on how
short a
That was what I was thinking Dale. I wasn't looking
forward to running a new hard line through the frame. From the outside, the old
fuel line looked fine - where I could see... I blew compressed air through it
over the weekend with a clean rag covering the other end to see what comes out.
John, Do they have a roof for 64/67 Elkys?
Mike
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Has anyone
Forgot to answer one other question you
had concerning Teflon tape. NO, no tape on A/N fittings ever. Its
not the threads that do the sealing, its the 37 degree flare. If you
are using any NPT fittings in your fuel pump, thats where the tape can
be used.
Dale McIntosh
67 El Camino
Dan
I live in Iowa and would be willing to help if the
car was coming even somewhat close to me. Email me off list and maybe I
can help. I do have truck with trailer if you need.
Let me know
Ryan
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So you're saying on the fittings coming out of the
fuel pump, the NPT end going into the pump gets the tape but the AN fitting at
the other end does not.
Thanks for your posts.
Larry Shouse
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Roger, copy. Either Teflon tape or other
sealant if necessary on the fuel pump fitting never on the A/N side.
Dale McIntosh
67 El Camino
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I like your manual shut-off valve idea. I'll have to get me one.
Larry
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Herb/Larry, don't
I'm trying to draw up a schematic now of what I used. I'll send to you
offline if you'll give me your email address. Mine is [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Dale McIntosh
67 El Camino
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Larry,
I
haven't had any "sweating" issues with my steel braided lines or fittings.
As long as you properly assemble the fittings/lines they shouldn't leak.
Ensure the ends of the fittings and internal threads are well lubricated before
putting the pieces together, and it helps to have a
Favorite Food:
St Augustine, Florida...Nacho Mammas (Mexican Food)
Outside Old Orchard Beach, Maine Yum Mi Chinese Food
can't remember where but somewhere in florida. Neal and Bob's
Bar...We just kept driving.
Walt
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I've been running braided line on my car for years. One thing to
keep in mind is that it is a maintenance item. It will deteriorate
over time. The inside lining will deteriorate and put nice rubber
chunks in your needle/seats. I knock on wood have had the current -
8 feed and return in
Walt,
You say your current set-up has been in place for a decade - has the
manufacturing process or materials used for the lining changes over the
years to account for it's longevity you think?
I'll have a clear in-line filter up where I can see the fuel, and will keep
an eye on it.
Herb,
Thanks for your reply. I'm thinking this will be a
straight forward install. Can't wait to get it done.
Larry Shouse
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Pilot's Knob, yes, I forgot that one. I go past it alot. gm66
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Between Alliance and
Yes, I just did mine on my 72 EC.
At some point a previous owner had put a sunroof in
mine, then someone else welded a panel back on with an
inch of bondo. Big mess.
I bought the Dynacorn roof panel and had it put on,
and it looks great. The seams all line up and the drip
rail is included. Just
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Once I figured out how to cut the ends off cleanly for the fittings, it was pretty simple.
Could you please share this tip??
thank you
Harlan
O.K. thought I missed something. Regards, Gary Seeger aka gm66
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How about Roller Road. gm66
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I used to live on Easy
There
are numerous ways to cut braided line... a cut off saw, hack saw (both require
the line to be wrapped with tape at the cut point), a sharpened chisel w/ a
heavy hammer and a solid hit (yes it does work), and finally, a pair of braided
line cutters. In my opinion, the cutters are the
Looks great. Exterior view looks like a twin of my 66/396. Welcome to the 66
owners club. Happy motoring. Gary Seeger aka gm66
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El Camino roadster, Hm gm66
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El Camino
get yourself off? snickernah, just too
easy
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For the first time
this year, but woefully not the
there is one in Wisconsin called "race road"
i've always wanted to try it!!!
Harlan
For cutting braided hoses...you can find these
fairly cheap and i have always used these. I just happen to use Klein since they
are very durable.
http://www.tecratools.com/pages/service/graphics/12159l.gif
Kyle
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Does anyone on the list besides me have a chambered exhaust system on their
chevelle. I love mine cause it sounds s good and is street legal. gm66
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I never tried braided line cutters and
shops that deal with braided line frequently have a large cut off saw as Herb
mentioned. For an infrequent user such as myself, I went to Lowes and got
a large flat chisel; about 3 across the cutting area. Put the hose
on a wooden block and smack it
I wondered how long itd take
someone to catch that. GRIN
Dale
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That's the way I cut braided hose too,Dale. The
only other thing I might add is I wrap the hose with duct tape first before
wacking it with the chisel. The tape allows for a clean cut w/o loose
strands.
Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001
H-D FLHR custom
Hey all, as I rebuild my rear end, I want to also replace my rear end bushings
and maybe my fronts as well, but I don't know which are best. Some say
polyurethane but others say it binds and not good. Should I stay with regular
rubber? Or, is there another better brand and material that I
Good point, Clint. I didnt use
any tape but I only had 3 or 4 pieces to cut and the chisel was still very
sharp. Also think that masking tape would work better than duct tape or
electrical tape in this instance. Id think itd be a bit more
flexible and allow the hose to better rebound to a
I'm staying out of this one,folks. heh,heh,heh!
How long have you been on the List,Eddie?
Clint Hooper
HH Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
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From: Eduardo (Eddie) Gamino [EMAIL
That is kinda cool. Kinda wish mine had a removeable hardtop,sometimes.
Clint Hooper
HH Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
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Someone PhotoShopped
I would say about 6-8 months
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Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2006 22:39:54 -0600
I'm staying out of this one,folks.
Someone PhotoShopped this for me a couple of years ago. I like it.
http://photos.chevellestuff.com/albums/userpics/10001/elkyrag2.jpg
Dale
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The reason I asked is this subject was just covered on the List a few weeks
ago. Guess you missed it.
Clint Hooper
HH Custom,owner
1969 El Camino ProTourer
2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger
http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
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Dodge built a rag top pick-up back in the seventies, if memory serves.
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