SDLARS
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Been a while since I've posted. Looking through the latest Smoke Signals I see dealers offered a rear trunk option. I have a trunk but did not mount it when I did my 30 because the mounts were so cobbled up. Anyone have information on the hardware used?
Photos would be great.
Thanks in advance.
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No extra pumps. Sorry.
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Now I'm in search of a balancer for my 52. Either of you folks have a lead?
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I have a column and gear from what I was told was a 53 but it has an exposed shifter shaft. 52 or earlier I assume?
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Thanks for the quick response.
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Are the steering boxes and columns on 52's and 53's the same? Differences between manual and hydromatic?
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Thanks. Looks like you went to a lot of work. Great job.
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My issue remains a mystery. I definitely got nervous when I saw zero oil pressure but found no reason for it. My best guess is a piece of crud that made it into the line from the block to the gauge. She's doing well.
Thanks for all the reminders.
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Good information. Some time ago someone advertised 28 Pontiac skeletons for sale. I checked my parts books and found nothing similar but again, thanks for sharing your knowledge.
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Used Steele's products on mine. Very satisfied.
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I went to my parts book. Hadn't used it for a time. I checked several items and the only parts I found compatible were the heads and water manifold.
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I checked the parts book and did not find the impeller listed as an individual part for the 30. I'm still curious since the diameter and shaft size are the same. I assume Impeller thickness would be the other critical dimension. Looks like a somewhat different vane design.
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Thanks Rob! Just what I needed.
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Can someone tell me what parts of a 28 would be compatible with a 30 Pontiac?
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My 30 seems to cooling properly now but I ran across this item on eBay and am wondering if the impeller might be the same dimensions. Mine is in the car but has a partially broken vane. Anyone have a spare one they could take some measurements on? The seller provided the following: impeller - 3 1/8", shaft .45 inch, fan mounting pulley - 2 1/4". The kit packaging says it's for a 33-36 Pontiac.
Also, are the pump vanes supposed to face the block or the radiator?
Thanks!
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No thermostat. Radiator and block have been flushed. Coolant shows no signs of deposits. Will be able to get it on the road soon and see if the radiator work done this winter was helpful. Radiator shop said it wasn't bad.
Thanks for sharing your experience.
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Got my radiator back and installed. Shop said it wasn't bad. Fixed a small leak I wasn't aware of. Weather is such here that all I have done is run it in the shop. Just idling it will rise to about 180 and then stay there. We're at 6000 ft with lots of hills and am wondering how yours reacts to it having to work harder?
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I've been away from the forum for a few days. I assume you used it in the front of your 32 so it is large enough to do the front of the 30?
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Been a while since I've been here but I could use some help. Does anyone make a rubber front floor mat for the 30 Custom Sedan. I put carpet in mine but now I've decided I don't like it. Can't keep it clean and it's hard to keep in position.
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I repacked my pump with packing from McMaster-Carr and all is well. It truly is an amazingly simple unit. I actually have no leaks although I have a pan under the car to monitor the situation.
Next step is the radiator. I've found a shop that is reputable and isn't afraid to tackle a 90 year old unit. I'll let you know how it all works out.
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Good to know. Just curious. Thanks!
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My water pump is OK but got an email from The Filling Station the other day that got me wondering. They list a pump for Chevrolet, 1929-1934 with modern seals and bearings and it looks like a similar bolt pattern as the Pontiac. They say it replaces GM part number 601108. Anyone have any idea if they might interchange?
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Will be removing my 30's water pump, again soon. Had it off, machined a new shaft and new packing. Fine for probably 100 miles. Not good now. More than a little seepage. What should I be looking for?
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Will be removing my 30's water pump, again soon. Had it off, machined a new shaft and new packing. Fine for probably 100 miles. Not good now. More than a little seepage. What should I be looking for?
Corn Head Grease Anyone Used it in a Transmission
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Could it be possible that these old cars (I have a 30 & a 52 with 3 speed manual transmissions) may rotate too slowly for corn head grease to liquefy and get everything lubricated properly? I'm thinking of the input and tail shaft brgs.