Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate

2007-09-12 Thread HarKemAsso
In a message dated 9/11/2007 12:47:36 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: John, The only failure I am aware of with the manifold lift adapter is a bud had the part you hook into on the top pull through. It was a poorly designed cheapo. Mike wow!! did the engine fall off

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT - GMC TRUCK HELP

2007-09-12 Thread Clyde
Hello:first off make shure the pipe from the exhaust manifold to the air cleaner is intact,also check to see if the little flap opens up when the engine is started cold.if not that must be fixed.H ow does the truck start when cold?does it start and stall?.On your cold start check and verify the

Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate

2007-09-12 Thread Mike Holleman
The engine was on the stand when it failed. No damage, but I learned a lesson from his experience. Mike - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 4:16 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT - GMC TRUCK HELP

2007-09-12 Thread Larry Shouse
Clyde, The original air cleaner is long gone. It now has a 9 inch round by 3 inch tall KN filter on it. The air filter has no ppes or lines going to it. I have oe vacuum line going from the carb (the one facing forward) going to the distributor, and that's it. I will look into the choke

[Chevelle-list] distributor

2007-09-12 Thread ToddandSheri Flanery
Iam looking for a distributor for a 1968 Chevelle Big Block 396 with 350 HP. The number on it is 169. Thank You, Sheri Sheri - Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Yahoo! Travel.

Re: [Chevelle-list] distributor

2007-09-12 Thread hauge3
Check this guy out, he usually keeps a pretty good inventory of big block parts !! http://www.lightningspeedshop.com/4-high-performance-chevrolet-engine-parts-for-sale.htm

Re: [Chevelle-list] : OT - GMC TRUCK HELP

2007-09-12 Thread Clyde
Hello:did the truck doe this before the new carb?.If so there is a possibility the float level is low or the power valve is seized.check these out and let me know. - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 5:25 AM

[Chevelle-list] Camshaft re-use

2007-09-12 Thread John
I'm doing a re-ring this winter on my 327 and I was wondering if I can use re-use the hydraulic cam and lifters that I am removing from the engine..I have kept the lifters in order so I can put them back in exactly where they cam out of...The cam and lifters only have about 150-200 miles on

Re: [Chevelle-list] Camshaft re-use

2007-09-12 Thread tech
Yes. Only if you are 100% sure each lifter is going back on the exact same lobe. If you have ANY doubts -- buy new lifters!!! Use plenty of cam assembly lube and an oil additive. Thank you, Don Hoeschen CEO/Mechanical Engineer Granite City Performance Granite City Performance custom

[Chevelle-list] Firebird 9 Bolt Rear End

2007-09-12 Thread TinIndian47
I have a question that is not about Chevelles but I hope I can get a answer. Can anyone tell me anything about a 9 bolt rear end from a 85 Firebird. I am building a 41 Chevy with a LT-1 and 40L60E trans. I know the 9 bolt was for the V6, but I read in article on the web that it is

[Chevelle-list] Wheels

2007-09-12 Thread Herb Lumpp
Got some new wheels on the El Camino... http://www.pro-touring.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=19099d=1189643 247 Herb Lumpp ACES #3509 TC #3941 '66 El Camino '66 Chevelle

Re: [Chevelle-list] Wheels

2007-09-12 Thread Rick Schaefer
Telling me I need to log in :( On 9/12/07, Herb Lumpp [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got some new wheels on the El Camino... http://www.pro-touring.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=19099d=1189643 247 Herb Lumpp ACES #3509 TC #3941 '66 El Camino '66 Chevelle -- Rick Schaefer

Re: [Chevelle-list] Wheels

2007-09-12 Thread Paul Kaiser
Herb It telling me to signup. Paul Kaiser ,Az 67 El Camino - Original Message - From: Herb Lumpp [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 7:12 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Wheels Got some new wheels on the El Camino...