Stan Kulikowski
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1970-1972 Monte Carlo's used the stamped metal plate.
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Now I have what I'm sure will seem like a dumb question, but forgive a 30 year old who wasn't around when cars of the 30's were built. Can you see the body wood when everything is assembled? I was over at a friend's in Oregon last week who has early 30's Chevy's and I could see the body wood but his cars were disassembled.
I did find pictures of 32 Pontiac's and I agree that they are neat looking cars. I find that in this hobby I am beginning to be drawn to earlier cars. I'll post pictures if they decide to buy it.
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You know Wayne ... I didn't think about that. My gut tells me there wouldn't be a problem since the fuel would flow through the pump if it were running. My only other thought is how efficiently would the Holley pump suck the fuel from the tank through the in-tank pump? I'll ask around and see if I can get an answer.
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My parents are considering purchasing a 1932 Pontiac Roadster. We've always been into post-war cars and this is my first experience with investigating a pre-war car. Is there any specific areas that should be investigated more closely due to lack of parts availability? Any other online resources would be especially helpful as well.
Thanks for your help.
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I would suspect that you would need a regulator, assuming that the Caprice recieving the engine was originally equipped with a fuel injected engine. A mechanical fuel pump supplies fuel at about 5-8 psi while fuel injectors tend to need a much higher pressure.
One other option would be to disconnect the in-tank pump and mount a Holley Red electric fuel pump near the tank. I use this set up on my hot-rod 70 Monte with a carb and it works just fine.
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"Don't give up on us" by David Soul
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Bonnie and I have been in Kalamazoo since Monday evening. There was some rain overnight last night and it's very cloudy today but the weather forecast is promising for the rest of the weekend! We took a drive to the car museum to scout out trailer parking and the show grounds are absolutely stunning! We're moving the trailer from the hotel lot tomorrow morning. I can't wait for Saturday!
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The cruise is typically from 4:00 to 8:00 on Saturday. I'm usually in attendance but this weekend I'm in Kalamazoo!
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I would echo all of Peter's recommendations. As far as specific brands are concerned, I can't say that I recommend Carlisle tires either. They are on my dad's open trailer and we experienced a severe ply separation on the way to a show last year in Nashville. I have Maxis tires on my enclosed trailer and have had no issues.
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Steve,
Has he tried Hershey Brother's in Lancaster. I don't know if they have expertise specifically in the Chrysler transmissions but I have always used them for my transmission work. They almost always have an early 50's car in for a rebuild or service when I've stopped by.
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Rick,
You are relatively close to me ... I'm over in Ephrata. Do you know anyone local that can polish the glass while it's installed in the car? I'm hoping to get this done before Kalamazoo.
Thanks
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Thanks for all of the input. I can't really catch a nail on the glass but I just can't get it clean. I thought that I would at least try polishing the glass before I spend the money on replacing it.
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Has anyone had success polishing small scratches from safety glass? If so, what products did you use?
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I have a 1963, 1966 and 1973 inspection stickers on three vehicles and have not received a point deduction for them at any meet. If I were judging the car, I would treat the inspection sticker as a "club" decal. As long as it was fixed in a workmanship manner, I would not make a deduction.
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Send me an email at iceman5@ptd.net or stan.kulikowski@fennerprecision.com if you don't have any luck. I have been in contact with some gear hobbers as I am researching business opportunities for our pulley business. If you can't get what you want from Rempco, I may be able to direct you to a source that could custom cut the gear for you.
Stan
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John,
If memory serves me correctly, I had my silver Monte insured through Hagerty before my 25th birthday as a collectible vehicle. As another option, you may be able to get agreed value insurance for April through All State, State Farm, etc.
BTW ... Is she considering Harry's car???
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Greenie,
Everyone has hit the nail on the head. I saw some excellent cars at the Buffalo show. One that stands out was a factory fuel injected Desoto that was just incredible.
As for the knots ... I already have mine and I haven't even loaded the car yet! We are bringing three cars ... the 70 Monte SS454, the 73 LTD and the 66 Galaxie.
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Tony,
The company is Martin Buildings. The number is 717-733-6689. It looks like they have a 22ft and 26ft trailers that would suit towing a car.
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We are planning on coming ... probably with the 70 Monte SS. I haven't registered yet so I have time to change my mind on which car to bring.
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I used Thomas Sunday when I bought my Monte SS. I had it shipped enclosed from Illinois to Central PA for about $1 per mile (4 years ago). They are located in PA. I was really impressed by the car that the driver took when he delivered the car. Since he could not open the doors while the car was inside the trailer, he laid moving blankets over the door, took off his jacket, belt (which had a large buckle), and shoes to climb in the car through the window. All of this while it was about 20°F outside.
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Tony,
There is a small company near me in Ephrata, PA that is advertising the rental of 20, 22, and 26' enclosed trailers. I'm in CA now on business but will be back home on Friday. I'll get the number and send it to you.
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Alright, I'm not from NC but I'm planning on going ... depending on when Bonnie and I find a home. She just sold her house and we should be moved into a new place at about that time. Hopefully those plans will be finalized this week and I can send my in registration.
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Maybe some of you Caddy guys can help a Chevy guy out.
I'm trying to get the level ride on my 70 Monte SS working, or at least get the air shocks to have air. I have the factory G67 Automatic Level Control option that was part of the SS package and I believe that the system functioned the same as the Cadillac system.
I'm trying to charge the system with an air compressor because I don't think that the factory compressor is providing enough pressure to fill the shocks from scratch. I'm confused about how the regulator valve on the factory compressor works. It seems that there are two schrader(? basically valve stems) valves. The valve that you would think would charge the system doesn't seem to interact with the resivoir tank at all ... unless I'm missing a piece.
Any information that you guys might have on how to charge the system or if you can direct me to any "expert" on these systems would be appreciated.
Thanks.
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The short and long water pump refers to the length of the legs that bolt to the block. I can't remember what the exact measurements are, but if you can just barely fit your hand between the back of the pump and the block, you probably have a short water pump. On my BB in my Monte, I can comfortably fit my fist between the water pump and the timing cover. It uses a long water pump.
I believe that most Corvettes used the short pumps because of the clearance between the water pump and the radiator. This may only be true for BB, not SB.
Help for a fellow AACA member?
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Bonnie and I will be attending the Moline show and we live very close to Hershey. I don't know exactly where the vise is located relative to Moline but we could bring it back if we could meet up with the vise owner somewhere.