Re: [Chevelle-list] VALVE COVERS

2005-03-04 Thread Mike Holleman
Les, Do you have vented covers? If not the crankcase pressure can cause gaskets to leak. I use old style cork gaskets with a light coat of weatherstrip between the gasket and valve cover. I put the weatherstrip on lightly and install the gasket and valve cover with light bolt tension to allow

Re: [Chevelle-list] RE: POR-15 vs powdercoating

2005-03-02 Thread Mike Holleman
paint and holds up for many years against normal wear and tear. What I have heard from those using powder coat on frame parts has all been good. I wish it were available to me. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: We

Re: [Chevelle-list] Body Off

2005-02-27 Thread Mike Holleman
I just did a frameoff on a 67 Vette. I built a box for the frame out of 2 x 12s and short 4 x 4s for legs and heavy casters. It worked great and only took maybe an hour to build. Now that the car is finished I unbolted it and used the wood for other purposes. Mike - Original Message --

Re: [Chevelle-list] A/C

2005-02-25 Thread Mike Holleman
sed except for the cheezy plastic firewall fill panel. Give me some feedback,please. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Dave Corgill To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, February 25, 2005 12:30 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A/C At 10:57 AM 2/25

Re: [Chevelle-list] Smugglers Box

2005-02-25 Thread Mike Holleman
has been all smoother and welded up so I wasn't > > sure about it. > > Clint Hooper > > H&H Custom,owner > > 1969 El Camino ProTourer > > 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > > http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > > - Original Mes

Re: [Chevelle-list] Smugglers Box

2005-02-25 Thread Mike Holleman
t...RLMAO come to > think of it my 70 had one too. One thing el caminos have over the "others" > is a little bit of mystique. I just hope after all these years it fits long > necks cause stubby's were it's last haulCanada eh. > - Original Message --- &g

Re: [Chevelle-list] Smugglers Box

2005-02-24 Thread Mike Holleman
Clint, They were in the 64-67 Elkys because the Elky and Station wagon used the same bed pan and the cover was over the rear seat area. Mike - Original Message - From: "Clint Hooper" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 8:20 PM Subject: [Ch

Re: [Chevelle-list] Herbs Car

2005-02-18 Thread Mike Holleman
Title: Re: [Chevelle-list] Herbs Car Damn, I thought I was me. - Original Message - From: Herb Lumpp To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, February 17, 2005 10:07 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Herbs Car Me. Herb Lumpphttp://users.adelphia.net/~h

Re: [Chevelle-list] Wheels for disc brakes

2005-02-04 Thread Mike Holleman
Leo is right. The brake manufacturer told me 14's would not work. I stuck them on just because I had them and they fit, but when I bought the one for a spare it had more BS and hit. Mike - Original Message - From: "Leo John Costigan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sen

Re: [Chevelle-list] Wheels for disc brakes

2005-02-03 Thread Mike Holleman
Bill, I have 14 x 7 Cragars on my 65 Elky with stock GM single piston front discs. I believe the backspacing is 3 3/4 inches. I bought a spare wheel a couple of years back with a 4.25 inch BS and it does not clear my calipers. If you need to know for sure what the ones are that clear I can pull one

Re: [Chevelle-list] th700R4

2005-02-03 Thread Mike Holleman
cess. > This is one reason my builder says.. keep it loose, keep it cool and , keep > it unlocked.. > > > > Thanks for the input guys.. > .If I did not Drive the wheel off my cars. I would opt for a built TH-400.. > but I am so spoiled with my Elky and it's over drive > >

Re: [Chevelle-list] th700R4

2005-02-02 Thread Mike Holleman
ace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm > 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger > - Original Message - > From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > > Wayne, I have a 700R4 behind a built 421 tripower in my 64 Tempest. I am > > using a lockup converter w/

Re: [Chevelle-list] th700R4

2005-02-02 Thread Mike Holleman
. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "Wayne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Wednesday, February 02, 2005 1:01 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] th700R4 > I am gathering parts from my up coming street rod Project. 38 chevy coup

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] WOW!

2005-01-30 Thread Mike Holleman
s increase will remain reasonably or "our hobby" will become something only the rich could afford. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2005 9:31 AM Subject: Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] WOW! > > From: "Clint Ho

Re: [Chevelle-list] wiper motor on a 67

2005-01-23 Thread Mike Holleman
Bill, Is unfroze anything like uncrunk. As in" it was running real good right before it came uncrunk." This is exactly what a customer told me to tell me how his engine quit running. And I'm not kidding. Mike Holleman    - Original Message - From: Bill Bra

Re: [Chevelle-list] Need new Carb

2005-01-13 Thread Mike Holleman
I'm running a 670 Street Avenger on my very similarly setup 327 in my 65 Elky. It has not missed a beat in nearly 18,000 miles including two four thousand plus mile power tour runs. Mike Holleman - Orinal Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Thursday, January 13,

Re: [Chevelle-list] Ouch that was dumb

2005-01-10 Thread Mike Holleman
from my head with a knife. One well learned lesson. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" Sent: Monday, January 10, 2005 11:14 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Ouch that was dumb > > I have had a few good one

Re: [Chevelle-list] ADVICE

2005-01-08 Thread Mike Holleman
MPH. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, January 08, 2005 3:14 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] ADVICE I AM THINKING OF GOING ON HOT ROD TOUR TO TENN. THAN STAYING FOR THE CHEVELLE SHOW. THIS IS MY

Re: [Chevelle-list] hello

2004-12-24 Thread Mike Holleman
Your English is much better than my Spanish and don't even think I know any Portuguese. Most Brazilians I have met speak two or three languages. Most Americans struggle with English. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Souza To: The Chevelle Mailing List

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: 700R4 trans

2004-11-30 Thread Mike Holleman
Dan, I have a 700R4 in my 64 Tempest. It uses a lockup converter that is unlocked by the brake light switch. It only locks in OD. My whole setup came from www.bowtieoverdrives.com. You might get the info you need at their web site. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From

Re: [Chevelle-list] camaro for sale

2004-11-19 Thread Mike Holleman
and let me drive it all around town. That was April 20,1967 so I know the Z28 was bought sometime after that date, but he had it that same summer. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: John Nasta To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Friday, November 19, 2004 2:28 PM

Re: [Chevelle-list] Headline help

2004-11-16 Thread Mike Holleman
Mike, Year One carrys the clips. I've been wondering if you are kin to the Fry's that own the New Holland dealerships in Dallas. I served on a dealer council with one member of that family. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "mike f" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

Re: [Chevelle-list] Re: magazines

2004-11-16 Thread Mike Holleman
Melanie, Just google Primedia. They own almost all the mags mentioned here. And I'm sure you can subscribe at their web site. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "Melanie Lopez" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, November 16, 2004

Re: [Chevelle-list] Magazines

2004-11-16 Thread Mike Holleman
Did anybody notice the Editors column in the new Car Craft? Our Buddy Jeff Smith is getting a lateral promotion out of his job. His new title is something like Technical Editor and Friedburger is going to be top dog at both Hot Rod and CC. Go figure. Mike Holleman - Original Message

Re: [Chevelle-list] Putting baby to bed

2004-11-10 Thread Mike Holleman
The idea of putting the car away for the winter is somewhat foreign to me. In NC we drive them more in the winter. It is not so hot and less traffic.  And of course we don't have much snow and no salt on the roads.  Mike Holleman     - Original Message - From: Bill Br

Re: [Chevelle-list] Interior color

2004-11-08 Thread Mike Holleman
Mike, On the 66/67 the book says " the upper portion of the dash was painted 0 degree gloss, and the lower 60 degree gloss in both 66 and 67." If black the paint codes for 67 are Dupont 60 degree is 88 and 0 degree is 4428-L. Ditzler is 9248 for 60 and 9317 for 0. Mike Holleman

Re: [Chevelle-list] Interior color

2004-11-07 Thread Mike Holleman
to paint store should be able to match one of these codes. Hope this helps. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Randy Barron To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, November 07, 2004 1:07 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Interior color Since the list is

Re: [Chevelle-list] Dash board paint....

2004-11-07 Thread Mike Holleman
John, Powder coat process requires heat. That is not an option on a dash unless you plan on removing it from the car. Strip it to bare metal, apply a good self etching primer and paint with a good quality paint such as a urethane. Unless you want a high gloss you will have to flatten the pain

Re: [Chevelle-list] Dash board paint....

2004-11-06 Thread Mike Holleman
John, Powder coating is not an option as it requires oven baking. Use a good quality urethane with a flattening agent to get a 60 percent gloss. I use Imron,, but most good paint suppliers can give you what you need. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: John To: The

Re: [Chevelle-list] Herbs my hero

2004-11-05 Thread Mike Holleman
nt to grow up?? Everyone have a great weekend. In the MD area on Sunday there's the Show Before the Snow in Westminster. Put on by F%#D people but a big, good location show. > > Phil G. 65 SS MCC #36 ACES #555 TC #1766 > > > > > > In a message dated 11/5/2004 1:0

[Chevelle-list] Herbs my hero

2004-11-05 Thread Mike Holleman
I got a copy of the Jan CHP at Auto Zone today. Nice photos and write on Herb's Elky. And the man is smart enough to mention Mama's name in the article. I know Carol appreciated that. When I grow up I want to be just like Herb cause he's my hero. Mike Holleman

Re: [Chevelle-list] Cover of SHP. Our Boy...

2004-11-04 Thread Mike Holleman
Herb, I haven't received my Jan CHP as of today and I went to the news stand but they still have Dec. on display. How's it look? That ole big head must be two feet wide right now. Congrates ole buddy, now get in that yellow truck and drive down here and help me set up my new lift that came today. M

Re: [Chevelle-list] How to rebuild a 12-bolt rear?

2004-10-27 Thread Mike Holleman
g and carry it all to my guys shop. He gives me back an assembled rear end, ready to mount. It usually costs 3 to 4 hours labor. And they always work right with no extra noise. To me it's well worth the cost not to have to worry about this one area of a resto job.

Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 Chevelle BB Misc

2004-10-27 Thread Mike Holleman
Phil, Go to www.rondavisracing.com.  They built a unit for my 64 Tempest that is first rate. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Phil Adams To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Wednesday, October 27, 2004 10:08 AM Subject: RE: [Chevell

Re: [Chevelle-list] How to rebuild a 12-bolt rear?

2004-10-27 Thread Mike Holleman
it all to my guys shop. He gives me back an assembled rear end, ready to mount. It usually costs 3 to 4 hours labor. And they always work right with no extra noise. To me it's well worth the cost not to have to worry about this one area of a resto job. Mike Holleman  - O

Re: [Chevelle-list] Comment Pertaining To Election

2004-10-23 Thread Mike Holleman
This is a Chevelle list. This is the one place that I have not had politics "in my face" over the last few months. Please post your opinions/comments elsewhere. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "D.R. Jones" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

Re: [Chevelle-list] hello

2004-10-21 Thread Mike Holleman
-list] hello > Mike, > I got your E-mail. I'm not getting much either. > > Trooper > > - Original Message - > From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Thursday, October 21, 2004 6:52 PM > Subj

[Chevelle-list] hello

2004-10-21 Thread Mike Holleman
Is the list down or have I got e-mail troubles on my end? Mike Holleman

Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject)

2004-10-17 Thread Mike Holleman
and I really like them. Yes they are a little stiff. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, October 17, 2004 1:52 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) Quick question.  Does anyone have any input on s

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1969 Chevelle SS for sale

2004-10-15 Thread Mike Holleman
Keep on playing Wayne. I've been told that the Lord does not subtract from our alotted time for hours spent working on Chevelles. Mike - Original Message - From: "Wayne" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, October 15, 2004 8:33 AM Subjec

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1969 Chevelle SS for sale

2004-10-14 Thread Mike Holleman
e trans is not the one that came in the car. Just my opinion. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: suprsprt72 To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2004 4:50 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1969 Chevelle SS for sale I agree Bob and if you

Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 front and rear window trim clips

2004-10-11 Thread Mike Holleman
nstall the moldings use a water hose to flood the windshield to find any leaks. If leaks exist, use a urethane sealant to stop the leak. Hope this helps. It's not rocket science, just takes a little common sense and patience. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "mike f" <

Re: [Chevelle-list] Baby on the Way

2004-10-07 Thread Mike Holleman
t, applied body panel glue to the face of the plate, slid it carefully down into the post and bolted it in. Once the glue sets you can remove the bolt and install the belt hook. Herbs method was slightly different than mine and I believe he sent me some pictures that he might could share. Mik

Re: [Chevelle-list] always late on this stuff :ugh:

2004-09-26 Thread Mike Holleman
Guys, The so called fuelie heads had no mounting holes. The brackets mounted to exhaust bolts and intake bolts. I did not know March even had a serpentine setup for this arrangement. My 65 Elky has these heads and this has always been a problem for me. I modified and improved aftermarket moun

Re: [Chevelle-list] NC: Car trailer brake wiring

2004-09-20 Thread Mike Holleman
, screwed in place. With the lid snapped on the stud connector stays dry. Hope this helps. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "Mike Pell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 8:28 PM

Re: [Chevelle-list] Off List Topic

2004-09-15 Thread Mike Holleman
Title: Message Good luck John! I know exactly what it feels like to be a target of hurricanes, being a resident of coastal North Carolina. Get the hell out of Dodge indeed, as Ivan looks like a real bad dream come true. Mike Holleman  - Original Message - From: John W

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Rod Insurance

2004-09-09 Thread Mike Holleman
Phil, Check with Haegerty or Grundy or Condon and Skelly etc. The list is long and they should all be cheaper than your standard Insurance provider. Google "collector car insurance" for a whole bunch more. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Phil Adams

Re: [Chevelle-list] Custom wwindshield wiper motot assembly

2004-08-30 Thread Mike Holleman
> units. Maybe I didn't look deep enough or maybe they've expanded their > production. I think (?) Herb Lumpp bought one of them and loves it. I know > somebody did and likes it. > > Dale McIntosh > > > > -Original Message- > > From: [EMAIL PRO

Re: [Chevelle-list] Custom wwindshield wiper motot assembly

2004-08-30 Thread Mike Holleman
Scott, Contact www.detriotspeed.com. They have a real neat replacement unit that gives you five delays and two real speeds. I have installed two of these units and they work great. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "Scott Somers" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The

Re: [Chevelle-list] Retailer Question

2004-08-29 Thread Mike Holleman
r the mirrors John mentioned. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "John Nasta" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, August 28, 2004 8:54 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Retailer Question > The US m

Re: [Chevelle-list] help!

2004-08-22 Thread Mike Holleman
James, Have you considered having your seats redone? With new springs and foam over new covers you would not believe how much better they sit. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "Bob G" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTE

Re: [Chevelle-list] Peeve

2004-08-17 Thread Mike Holleman
e who make them nice. And owners should be allowed to be proud of their cars regardless of how much personal sweat and blood they put into it, just don't take credit for the work they paid to have done. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The

Re: [Chevelle-list] Firewall padding clips

2004-08-14 Thread Mike Holleman
They push from inside the car through the firewall. Mike - Original Message - From: "Graham Wooden" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, August 14, 2004 11:33 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Firewall padding clips > Folks, > > Does anyone know from what side does the c

Re: [Chevelle-list] POR-15 Patch

2004-08-04 Thread Mike Holleman
John, They will sell direct to you at www.por15.com. Mike - Original Message - From: "Dennis Kiernan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, August 04, 2004 6:16 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] POR-15 Patch > > > John Nasta wrote: > > > >

Re: [Chevelle-list] Flowmaster exhaust kit 17202

2004-07-29 Thread Mike Holleman
Tom, I have 30's with a three inch system on my 421 Tempest. They are not as loud as 40's. Not much interior noise but a deep throaty sound out back. Loud enough to get attention but not so loud as to be annoying. Mike Holleman   - Original Message - From: Herb Lump

Re: [Chevelle-list] Draglink

2004-07-26 Thread Mike Holleman
Charles, The clearance is very tight on the draglink. The grease fitting problem is because at some point someone has replaced the inner tie rods with incorrect ones. The originals had the grease fittings on the end of the tie rod. They are still available from Moog, but there are several nu

Re: [Chevelle-list] Curtains

2004-07-14 Thread Mike Holleman
dnesday, July 14, 2004 2:42 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Curtains > > > Mike Holleman wrote: > > > > I was a sixties flower child with a 62 Biscayne wagon. My girlfriend made > > curtains(flowered of course) and used small diameter springs mounted > > lengthwi

Re: [Chevelle-list] Curtains

2004-07-14 Thread Mike Holleman
I was a sixties flower child with a 62 Biscayne wagon. My girlfriend made curtains(flowered of course) and used small diameter springs mounted lengthwise top and bottom, that the curtains slid over like a curtain rod would work. Looked real neat. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From

Re: [Chevelle-list] Lift the car a bit

2004-07-13 Thread Mike Holleman
New coil springs will do more for an older car than almost anything else to improve ride and handling. Rear coil spring air bags are cheap and work well to stiffen and lift the rear slightly. Air shocks are like adding pogo sticks. For my money, go with new coils and good performance shocks. mike

Re: [Chevelle-list] backup switch adjustment (69 w/ A/T)

2004-07-11 Thread Mike Holleman
John, The hole is in the back of the switch and very hard to see. Use a mirror. .090 is about two drill sizes smaller than an 1/8th inch bit. Loosen the screws and slide the switch side to side until the bit will go in the hole with the car in drive. Tighten the screws and the switch should be in a

Re: [Chevelle-list] I got a new toy...

2004-07-11 Thread Mike Holleman
Looks cool. I hope I don't catch whatever it is that you've got. Nothing new interests me enough to lay down the bucks. If it's not 30 years old it doesn't spin my wheels. (this does not apply to women) I read a write up on Joe's trucks and they are definately cool. I have hotrods and then I have

Re: [Chevelle-list] !965 from Maui

2004-07-07 Thread Mike Holleman
Mark, I have 235/60-14's on my 65, but I think 245's would also fit easily. They are mounted on 14x7 cragar SS. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Mark Wilkinson To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2004 8:25 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Fuel / Lead additives

2004-07-06 Thread Mike Holleman
Like Clint said, The only thing that could be hurt by a lack of lead is the exhaust valve seats. Unless you drive your car tens of thousands of miles a year at highway speeds, don't sweat it. If you build your engine by all means install hardened ex. valve seats. Otherwise drive her like you stole

Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65

2004-07-05 Thread Mike Holleman
D]> Sent: Sunday, July 04, 2004 10:19 AM Subject: Re: Re: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65 > Does anyone have directions on changing your own windshield on a 64 Chevelle Convertible? I picked up a new windshield at a swap meet for $99 but all the glass companies want more than tha

Re: [Chevelle-list] Windshield for a '65

2004-07-04 Thread Mike Holleman
Charles, The windshield you need is anything but rare. It fits many A Bodies from 64/67. There are some new one's that are better than others. If you can find a PPG or US made windshield buy that one. I just installed one in my 64 Tempest, same as your's, and it came from China. Was a little

Re: [Chevelle-list] Grease for window regulator tracks

2004-06-30 Thread Mike Holleman
white lithium is the best. Mike - Original Message - From: "John Usher" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2004 4:42 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Grease for window regulator tracks What grease would be best to use on the windo

[Chevelle-list] intake

2004-06-29 Thread Mike Holleman
me a good casting number for a better intake to be used with a Holly and where to start looking for it. The car was an original tripower car but I can't convience him to go that route. Any help is appreciated. Mike Holleman

Re: [Chevelle-list] Vette group posting

2004-06-28 Thread Mike Holleman
I've seen one of those. It's a special attitude adjusting venturi nozzle. Really makes your corvette fly, really. Mike - Original Message - From: "JDHall" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, June 28, 2004 12:11 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] V

Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour

2004-06-16 Thread Mike Holleman
; that at 2400 rpm you would be going 75mph and at 3000 > you would be going 93mph... that is with a 26" tir, > 3.55's and a .70 final gear ratio in the trans... > > --- Mike Holleman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > 285/40r-17 > > > > > _

Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour

2004-06-16 Thread Mike Holleman
285/40r-17 - Original Message - From: "John Fig" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2004 10:44 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour > Mike > What size are your tires? > >

Re: [Chevelle-list] Any problems with mini starters?

2004-06-16 Thread Mike Holleman
Pelle, I used a Tilton Super starter on both my Elky and my Tempest. These starters are built to handle up to 18 to 1 compression, so they deal with my wimpy sub 10 to 1 engines with ease. I went to gear drive starters because of problems I have encountered with heat from the headers and have not h

Re: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour

2004-06-16 Thread Mike Holleman
and drive them I will. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Herb Lumpp To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2004 6:26 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Power Tour Hi John,   The Tour went fine.  There were a couple little glitche

Re: [Chevelle-list] Q: Rear coils?

2004-06-15 Thread Mike Holleman
Pelle, The springs are limited in movement by the arc of the control arms and the length of the shocks. Put your car on a lift that will let the axle fully drop and then try to pull the coils out. I think you will find they are still under a great deal of tension and not likely to come off their pe

Re: [Chevelle-list] Rainwater in the car!

2004-06-14 Thread Mike Holleman
the debris and open up the drains. You should also seam seal as best you can the base of the kick panel area, inside and out. Hope this helps. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "Pelle Andersson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL P

Re: [Chevelle-list] torn seat belt

2004-05-11 Thread Mike Holleman
Try www.ssnake-oyl.com. They use your parts and new webbing and make real nice restored belts. I have used them on several cars with excellent results. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "Gunner" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Chevelle Mailing List&

Re: [Chevelle-list] 69 El Camino update / headliner question

2004-05-11 Thread Mike Holleman
front & rear ones are rubber. Nice but expensive. > > John Nasta > > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mike Holleman > Sent: Monday, May 10, 2004 8:36 PM > To: The Chevelle Mailing List > Subject: Re: [Chev

Re: [Chevelle-list] 69 El Camino update / headliner question

2004-05-10 Thread Mike Holleman
John, My 65 Elky has edge moulding all the way from the step plate front to step plate rear. It is the standard vinyl edging that pushes on the metal lip that runs the entire door opening. I would think your Elky would use the same. Mike - Original Message - From: "John Nasta" <[EMAIL PROT

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevell-abration '04

2004-05-06 Thread Mike Holleman
will have to represent the list crowd. Herb will also miss the CB 04 due to the Power Tour. Maybe next year. Mike Holleman ACES 04910 - Original Message - From: "Bill Lessenberry" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent

Re: [Chevelle-list] Rebuilding Wheel Cylinders ??

2004-04-26 Thread Mike Holleman
bleed the system. At about nine bucks a piece, the wheel cylinders are a bargain. Mike Holleman - Original Message - oreFrom: "Krister Meister" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, April 26, 2004 11:07 AM Sub

Re: [Chevelle-list] timing questions

2004-04-18 Thread Mike Holleman
Dan, Are you blocking off the vacuum while you are setting your timing? Maybe plugging is a better word. If not your timing will change substancially once hooked back to the dist. Just a thought. Mike - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Se

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Start Problem

2004-04-18 Thread Mike Holleman
e Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2004 1:37 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Start Problem > At 09:27 AM 4/18/2004, Mike Holleman wrote: > >Post the part number. I have several good stock starters in my attic that > >mig

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Start Problem

2004-04-18 Thread Mike Holleman
Post the part number. I have several good stock starters in my attic that might become usable with that change. Mike - Original Message - From: "Bob G" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2004 9:08 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Start Problem

2004-04-17 Thread Mike Holleman
Powermaster starter is half the cost and should work fine. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "J. Brady" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, April 17, 2004 6:03 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Start

Re: [Chevelle-list] anodized

2004-04-05 Thread Mike Holleman
2004 7:04 PM > Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] anodized > > > > Mike do you protect them from oxidation after you get them polished? > > > > Trooper > > > > - Original Message - > > From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > &

Re: [Chevelle-list] anodized

2004-04-05 Thread Mike Holleman
e-list] anodized > Mike do you protect them from oxidation after you get them polished? > > Trooper > > - Original Message - > From: "Mike Holleman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Sund

Re: [Chevelle-list] anodized

2004-04-04 Thread Mike Holleman
angle die grinder fitted with a buffing wheel. With a little practice and a bunch of patience you will find it a worthwhile endeavor. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Randy Barron To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2004 7:16 PM Subject: [Chevelle

Re: [Chevelle-list] Electric fan conversion

2004-04-04 Thread Mike Holleman
onditions with the A/C on. We did the Power Tour together last year and he sat in many lines with his A/C on will I sat behind him melting in my non A/C 65 Elky. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "robert holtzman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing Li

Re: [Chevelle-list] 3933163 intake*

2004-03-30 Thread Mike Holleman
Rocky, Thanks a bunch. That is exactly what I was told when I bought it. Now if I just had a BBC to bolt it to. I got it in a package deal with a Pontiac Tri Power setup. Thanks again. Mike - Original Message - From: "rocky hill" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Chevelle Mailing List" <[EMAIL

[Chevelle-list] 3933163 intake

2004-03-30 Thread Mike Holleman
Some of you guys that are good with the numbers identify this one for me please. This is a BBC aluminum intake with the Winters snowflake and square bore. Can someone tell me what it came on? I was told 427/425, but my Vette book does not show this casting number. Mike Holleman

Re: [Chevelle-list] timing

2004-03-29 Thread Mike Holleman
Graham, When I set timing after having the dist. out I rotate the dist as it requires to get the engine started, set static timing about where the book says, get the engine up to operating temp and then set total timing by running the engine above three grand(or what RPM is needed for total mechani

Re: [Chevelle-list] 65 Dash removal

2004-03-24 Thread Mike Holleman
Title: Message Charles, The screws you will see all the way around it's perimeter are all that holds it in. You will have to unplug everything behind it, unscrew your speedo cable, radio etc. The steering column makes it a tight fit so it does help to loosen the bolts under the dash that hold

Re: [Chevelle-list] Covan's Dash and TPI Gauges

2004-03-23 Thread Mike Holleman
Charles, That's real purty!! Very clean and functional. Mike - Original Message - From: 65ss.com To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, March 23, 2004 6:18 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Covan's Dash and TPI Gauges http://www.thebugbox.com/malibu/pictur

Re: [Chevelle-list] A-Body Rearend and Brakes Qs

2004-03-18 Thread Mike Holleman
engine. It runs real nice and has good power even with the ST300 two speed trans. A 700 or 200 trans would really make it a great highway car. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Randy..Big Dogg..Gustin To: chevelle list Sent: Thursday, March 18, 2004 4:03 PM Sub

Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 El Camino and 2 Door Hardtop

2004-03-16 Thread Mike Holleman
JD, It would take me less time to swap out a front and rear end than to do a body swap. I guess it is all in what you are after. Plus you would be messing with VIN's by body changing. Mike - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Mon

Re: [Chevelle-list] 67 El Camino and 2 Door Hardtop

2004-03-15 Thread Mike Holleman
e Chevelle body on the Elky chassis. All other chassis dimensions are the same. The Elky also has the boxed frame and extra body mounts that the convertible has. Hope this helps. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday

Re: [Chevelle-list] grill

2004-03-15 Thread Mike Holleman
Brandt, Try here. www.chevelle.com Mike - Original Message - From: "Brandt Frenchman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, March 15, 2004 8:54 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] grill > I'm tying to find a new grill for my 65 chevell and can't dose another year > fit? > > _

Re: [Chevelle-list] Re: Identifying parts??

2004-03-14 Thread Mike Holleman
I believe it is from a 64 Pontiac Abody. Looks like the stock horn ring on my 64 Tempest. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: "PoSTaL" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, March 14, 2004 2:04 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Re: Identifying part

Re: [Chevelle-list] heading to N. Carolina

2004-03-14 Thread Mike Holleman
John, The only thing I know of next weekend is in Mytle Beach,SC. There is a huge annual car show. Last year over 2,400 cars showed up. I hope to hit it Sat night on my return trip from Barrett Jackson. The spring Auto Fair is in Charlotte on April 1-4. Mike Holleman   - Original

Re: [Chevelle-list] powerglide cooling lines

2004-03-14 Thread Mike Holleman
with the right ends(inverted flare) so no adapters are needed, but they don't look as cool. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 13, 2004 8:59 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] powerglide cooling

Re: [Chevelle-list] First time to USA

2004-03-13 Thread Mike Holleman
Andre, I live in North Carolina about eight hundred miles from West Palm. I will be driving down. I am also a surfer and take any opportunity to get to warm water during the winter months. Mike - Original Message - From: Tigergutt To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Se

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