Discussion Forum - Northstar Chevelle Club

seagrams72 · seagrams72

I am tackling the biggest project on my list this winter and by biggest I mean biggest PITA. Last tear I took the body off my car, had the frame coated, replaced a few floor chunks, and dropped everything back togther. Putting it back on last year the body would not sit on the front most mounts (mounts u...

dashboard · dashboard

Do you think we all look forward to Carl's Bowtie Brunch because it really represents being past the half way point of winter? Looking forward to seeing all you guys, hearing all your stories and getting project updates. Stan be sure to send some pixs from Mex-heco

OscarZ · OscarZ

Anyone have two extra chairs that Shannan and I could use at Karl's? All of ours are snowed in the shed. I move them out of the garage when it isn't car/baseball/socccer season. I forgot about the whole chair thing until I re-read the post this morning to get the directions.

dashboard · dashboard

It is -26.4 here in Eagan at 0600

dashboard · dashboard

When you think your day at work was to long and miserable. This guy has really large.......

jim larson · jim larson

Didn't read the books first, so I didn't line up the dots on the sprockets when I removed the timing chain. Is there something to do to make sure it is back together correctly? Also, I now think the cam may not be original. Do the numbers on the front of the cam mean anything? I didn't pull it out all the wa...

SShink · SShink

Man I'm sick of driving on 494 with these piddly snowfalls and doubling my drive time home!!!!!! Took me 2 hours tonight. Argh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I see a full moon is coming up next Wed. and people are DEFINITELY driving like it! I've gotten behind every left lane slow poke in the metro area this w...

SShink · SShink

http://www.speedtv.com/programs/barrett-jackson-automobile-auction

67ss · 67ss

Heading up to Line Performance Thursday to dyno my uncles 565 CID for his race car. Hoping for a over 1000 horse. I will post tomarrow night with the results.

SShink · SShink

I'm prepping for setting the valves when the heads are done (been awhile since I've done this), and found this post on TC. Anyone ever try the 'Motor Daddy' method vs. EOIC (Exhaust Open, Intake Closed) method (seems a lot easier than keeping track of which cylinders are done and which ones aren't usi...

John D · John D

I should have stayed in bed: Go out to work truck, discover 1 - battery is dead 2 - Soda can I left in it froze, and EXPLODED all over the passenger seat. 3 - When the battery is dead and you try and start it, the electrics go bonkers! The headlights go on & off, and best of all, the "Panic" function engages...

Lost in the 60s · Lost in the 60s

She says I spend too much time "yacking" on car boards. I see I've just qualified as a Red Star "Super Poster".... Still a LOOOOONG way behind Bowtie... Don't any of you tell her I had a moment of weakness of thinking she was right, either..... -- Edited by Lost in the 60s on Thurs...

bowtie · bowtie

Met a guy and son who came in to work today, dad's the original owner of a 78 (if I heard right) Malibu 6 cyl 3 speed m/t on the floor. 28,xxx miles. He says it's really nice. I gave him a card for the club and some info on what he was looking for. Nice guy, maybe he'll stop by on here and say hi.

SShink · SShink

O.k., Kevin threw it out there on his tank removal post. What is your definition of the 'Cars Apart Club'? Here's my definition: Enough parts have been removed to make it non-driveable or legal on the street. i.e. No fuel tank, transmission is out, front sheet metal is off (is driveable, but not st...

Lost in the 60s · Lost in the 60s

I tried to bend the inlet tube of my new heater core to the right like factory and the solder broke instead of the copper bending...

jim larson · jim larson

I plan to replace my rear main seal. I just removed the oil pump and rear main. How do I go about this? Thanks.

Dave Seitz · Dave Seitz

Ok so today I went out to the shed and decided after tripping over extension cords and such that is enough! So I spend the entire day just cleaning, sweeping, winding hoses, winding cords, picking up tools and everything else in the way. Then Look at the pile of scrap Dish receivers 8 to be exact, stri...

jim larson · jim larson

http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Detail.aspx?A=FPG8180PT2_0148269533&An=599001+101970+50012+2012020+4012050+5999999

Lost in the 60s · Lost in the 60s

I have a set up that I bought for my '67 GTO that includes a hold-off valve for the discs. I was under the impression that it fuctioned as a proportioning valve and was all I need for a swap. Inline Tube said I still need an adjustable prop valve in the rear brake line. Anyone know if that's true ? This what...

jim larson · jim larson

Mitch suggested I post a few photo for opinions? Thanks.

SShink · SShink

What's your opinion on re-using head bolts? Worth spending the $ for peace of mind or am I taking this too far? My fastener knowledge tells me they are stretched from all the previous torque, hot/cold cycles, et. but they were probably good grade when they were new. I'm guessing the ones I have are sto...

jim larson · jim larson

In a thread started by Stan S, he talked about welding the pickup to the oil pump, so it wouldn't fall out, it looks like a press fit. Any opinions? thanks. Jim

John D · John D

The photo of Cale & Derek over in "Projects and Updates" struck a nerve with me last night... especially with it being the 2nd Christmas without my Dad. I'd have to say it was my Dad that got me involved and fueled my passion for things mechanical. He was a professional wrench for 20+ years, then own...

dashboard · dashboard

This counter may put some undue pressure on some of our guys. What is the first official show that we are counting down to? Who are the car apart members and where are the pics.

SShink · SShink

Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year before you either A.) go to bed early (you know who you are...) or B.) pass out before midnight (you probably don't remember who you are...)! I'm looking forward to 2011 and helping NCC get even better!

Dan Williams · Dan Williams

Hope you had a great day!

MN JIM · MN JIM

I am planning to swap out the auto on my 72 to a four speed. Just wondering if anyone has a line on a good used transmission? Thanks Jim

Lost in the 60s · Lost in the 60s

Hey Steve, any idea what the '81 BW ST-10 with stock shifter is worth in my 66 ? Pretty sure I'm gonna sell it and put the M20 in when I relocate the engine.

bowtie · bowtie

I got a call from MIke Hinshaw at Metro Moulded Parts. He's looking for a 69/70 Chevelle wagon. He's looking for a specific moulding on the rear gate. If you can help, let me know. Thanks

bowtie · bowtie

Here's 5 shots I will be sending to Jeff. We need more ASAP!!!!! We have 6 spots left to fill. Let Chris R know ASAP if you want in. [IMG]https://i168.photobucket.com/...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Body Alignment Issues (Preview) I am tackling the biggest project on my list this winter and by biggest I mean biggest PITA. Last tear I took the body off my car, had the frame coated, replaced a few floor chunks, and dropped everything back togther. Putting it back on last year the body would not sit on the front most mounts (mounts u...	seagrams72	20	1738	Jan 22, 2011 by seagrams72
	OVER THE HUMP (Preview) Do you think we all look forward to Carl's Bowtie Brunch because it really represents being past the half way point of winter? Looking forward to seeing all you guys, hearing all your stories and getting project updates. Stan be sure to send some pixs from Mex-heco	dashboard	1	644	Jan 22, 2011 by bowtie
	Bowtie Brunch Question (Preview) Anyone have two extra chairs that Shannan and I could use at Karl's? All of ours are snowed in the shed. I move them out of the garage when it isn't car/baseball/socccer season. I forgot about the whole chair thing until I re-read the post this morning to get the directions.	OscarZ	6	618	Jan 22, 2011 by bowtie
	HOW COLD IS IT? (Preview) It is -26.4 here in Eagan at 0600	dashboard	24	1064	Jan 21, 2011 by SShink
	Hard day at work (Preview) When you think your day at work was to long and miserable. This guy has really large.......	dashboard	5	649	Jan 21, 2011 by Chris R
	Did I make a mistake on re-installing Timing sprocket and Chain? And do these #'s on the cam tell anything? (Preview) Didn't read the books first, so I didn't line up the dots on the sprockets when I removed the timing chain. Is there something to do to make sure it is back together correctly? Also, I now think the cam may not be original. Do the numbers on the front of the cam mean anything? I didn't pull it out all the wa...	jim larson	15	1021	Jan 18, 2011 by Lost in the 60s
	Wasted 2 hours of my Friday night in the commute! (Preview) Man I'm sick of driving on 494 with these piddly snowfalls and doubling my drive time home!!!!!! Took me 2 hours tonight. Argh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I see a full moon is coming up next Wed. and people are DEFINITELY driving like it! I've gotten behind every left lane slow poke in the metro area this w...	SShink	22	871	Jan 17, 2011 by Jon H
	Love it or hate it... 2011 Barrett Jackson on Speed TV starts Tues. (Preview) http://www.speedtv.com/programs/barrett-jackson-automobile-auction	SShink	0	527	Jan 17, 2011 by SShink
	Going to the dyno (Preview) Heading up to Line Performance Thursday to dyno my uncles 565 CID for his race car. Hoping for a over 1000 horse. I will post tomarrow night with the results.	67ss	31	1097	Jan 16, 2011 by OscarZ
	Valve setting EOIC vs. 'Motor Daddy' method (Preview) I'm prepping for setting the valves when the heads are done (been awhile since I've done this), and found this post on TC. Anyone ever try the 'Motor Daddy' method vs. EOIC (Exhaust Open, Intake Closed) method (seems a lot easier than keeping track of which cylinders are done and which ones aren't usi...	SShink	17	2815	Jan 15, 2011 by Pushrod
	One of those Days.... (Preview) I should have stayed in bed: Go out to work truck, discover 1 - battery is dead 2 - Soda can I left in it froze, and EXPLODED all over the passenger seat. 3 - When the battery is dead and you try and start it, the electrics go bonkers! The headlights go on & off, and best of all, the "Panic" function engages...	John D	11	908	Jan 14, 2011 by dashboard
	Maybe my wife is right... (Preview) She says I spend too much time "yacking" on car boards. I see I've just qualified as a Red Star "Super Poster".... Still a LOOOOONG way behind Bowtie... Don't any of you tell her I had a moment of weakness of thinking she was right, either..... -- Edited by Lost in the 60s on Thurs...	Lost in the 60s	24	1183	Jan 14, 2011 by Tony Hoffer
	Met an original owner 78 Malibu owner w/28K on it (Preview) Met a guy and son who came in to work today, dad's the original owner of a 78 (if I heard right) Malibu 6 cyl 3 speed m/t on the floor. 28,xxx miles. He says it's really nice. I gave him a card for the club and some info on what he was looking for. Nice guy, maybe he'll stop by on here and say hi.	bowtie	8	624	Jan 13, 2011 by Chris R
	'Cars Apart Club' Definition Post ( 1 2 ) (Preview) O.k., Kevin threw it out there on his tank removal post. What is your definition of the 'Cars Apart Club'? Here's my definition: Enough parts have been removed to make it non-driveable or legal on the street. i.e. No fuel tank, transmission is out, front sheet metal is off (is driveable, but not st...	SShink	52	2193	Jan 12, 2011 by Dave Seitz
	Anyone have experience soldering copper ? (Preview) I tried to bend the inlet tube of my new heater core to the right like factory and the solder broke instead of the copper bending...	Lost in the 60s	6	1250	Jan 9, 2011 by John D
	Tips and procedure to removing and installing a BB rear main seal? (Preview) I plan to replace my rear main seal. I just removed the oil pump and rear main. How do I go about this? Thanks.	jim larson	12	745	Jan 9, 2011 by jim larson
	Breaking point to cleanup shop? (Preview) Ok so today I went out to the shed and decided after tripping over extension cords and such that is enough! So I spend the entire day just cleaning, sweeping, winding hoses, winding cords, picking up tools and everything else in the way. Then Look at the pile of scrap Dish receivers 8 to be exact, stri...	Dave Seitz	18	756	Jan 9, 2011 by Dave Seitz
	Which of these Head Gaskets should I use? (Preview) http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Detail.aspx?A=FPG8180PT2_0148269533&An=599001+101970+50012+2012020+4012050+5999999	jim larson	4	695	Jan 9, 2011 by Chris R
	Front disc swap advice needed (Preview) I have a set up that I bought for my '67 GTO that includes a hold-off valve for the discs. I was under the impression that it fuctioned as a proportioning valve and was all I need for a swap. Inline Tube said I still need an adjustable prop valve in the rear brake line. Anyone know if that's true ? This what...	Lost in the 60s	15	918	Jan 9, 2011 by Chris R
	Photo of rear main bearing; how does it look? (Preview) Mitch suggested I post a few photo for opinions? Thanks.	jim larson	5	711	Jan 6, 2011 by jim larson
	Re-use head bolts? (Preview) What's your opinion on re-using head bolts? Worth spending the $ for peace of mind or am I taking this too far? My fastener knowledge tells me they are stretched from all the previous torque, hot/cold cycles, et. but they were probably good grade when they were new. I'm guessing the ones I have are sto...	SShink	24	945	Jan 5, 2011 by jim larson
	weld on oil pump? (Preview) In a thread started by Stan S, he talked about welding the pickup to the oil pump, so it wouldn't fall out, it looks like a press fit. Any opinions? thanks. Jim	jim larson	20	1613	Jan 5, 2011 by SShink
	So, who got you started in this crazy hobby?? (Preview) The photo of Cale & Derek over in "Projects and Updates" struck a nerve with me last night... especially with it being the 2nd Christmas without my Dad. I'd have to say it was my Dad that got me involved and fueled my passion for things mechanical. He was a professional wrench for 20+ years, then own...	John D	15	1097	Jan 2, 2011 by Tony Hoffer
	Love The Countdown (Preview) This counter may put some undue pressure on some of our guys. What is the first official show that we are counting down to? Who are the car apart members and where are the pics.	dashboard	6	592	Jan 1, 2011 by Lost in the 60s
	HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! (Preview) Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year before you either A.) go to bed early (you know who you are...) or B.) pass out before midnight (you probably don't remember who you are...)! I'm looking forward to 2011 and helping NCC get even better!	SShink	6	602	Jan 1, 2011 by Chris R
	Happy Birthday Scott (Preview) Hope you had a great day!	Dan Williams	7	730	Nov 17, 2010 by Scott Parkhurst
	Used Muncie (Preview) I am planning to swap out the auto on my 72 to a four speed. Just wondering if anyone has a line on a good used transmission? Thanks Jim	MN JIM	7	633	Nov 17, 2010 by Dave Seitz
	Calling Bungy... (Preview) Hey Steve, any idea what the '81 BW ST-10 with stock shifter is worth in my 66 ? Pretty sure I'm gonna sell it and put the M20 in when I relocate the engine.	Lost in the 60s	2	596	Nov 16, 2010 by Lost in the 60s
	Anyone know of or have a 69/70 Wagon? (Preview) I got a call from MIke Hinshaw at Metro Moulded Parts. He's looking for a 69/70 Chevelle wagon. He's looking for a specific moulding on the rear gate. If you can help, let me know. Thanks	bowtie	1	552	Nov 16, 2010 by Dave Seitz
	CALENDAR PICS (Preview) Here's 5 shots I will be sending to Jeff. We need more ASAP!!!!! We have 6 spots left to fill. Let Chris R know ASAP if you want in. [IMG]https://i168.photobucket.com/...	bowtie	15	937	Nov 16, 2010 by Lost in the 60s
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