Discussion Forum - Northstar Chevelle Club

67ss · 67ss

So I picked up a couple front fenders for my car yesterday that need a little work. But I thought the fender braces were not available but after a little searching it appears they are. Here is a link for anybody that is interested. Ecklers chevelle has them to but are a little more expensive. http://www...

jim larson · jim larson

IPicked up an old bb this summer for a possible future project. Did a preliminary cleaning and just got if back from the machine shop where it was jet cleaned and maged. Everything good, no cracks. Look like all that would be needed is a bore, hone the lifter and main bores, etc. Got It home and I want...

Derek69SS · Derek69SS

Painted over the ugly silver stripes on the tops of the quarters, and put my old 17s on it... working on getting it in "sell-able" condition. We've put around 300 miles on it so far this summer... been busy. Shortly after we started driving it, I needed the garage space for getting the Model T...

jim larson · jim larson

http://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/2484673624.html Looks interesting. What do you think?? Can it be finished for under $10,000?

4-door Chevelle · 4-door Chevelle

You know those really old cars you see at shows with the look-alike trailer behind them? Wouldn't that look cool behind my Chevelle??? Crazy, I know.

Scott Parkhurst · Scott Parkhurst

I started getting the fuel system upgrades in place today. Had to order some stuff from Jeg's but got the new carb installed and hooked up. It works great- it's SO nice to have a functioning choke again. What a luxury... The upgrades will include the Holley 750 Ultra Double Pumper, Holley mechanical fu...

seagrams72 · seagrams72

Stay tuned for the You Tube video, something went Boom.

yellowbowtie · yellowbowtie

I hope this works

computor is working now so I thought I would try some pics, Nothing to ooow and ahhh just got the serpintine belt system painted,installed and eletric fans mounted on the radiator and installed. Still alot of work to go. Baby steps I guess

69SSConv · 69SSConv

Looking for some feedback on my Father/Son project (80 Camaro). Removed the diferential and now pulling out the leaf springs. Would you replace them or just clean them up and install new bushings? The back of the car is not sagging, sits like I would expect it to? Looking for opinions, I only want t...

69SSConv · 69SSConv

Looking for some feedback on engine compartment decals. Would you bother with adding the decals for 396/325 hp on the air cleaner, being I am not running stock intake, valve covers, air cleaner, etc? Does it add or make it not look right?

SShink · SShink

My Chevelle's front bumper is pretty rough with dents, scratches, and some rust. I picked up Darren's front bumper and brackets and it's in very good condition. A little polishing and it will be a great driver quality piece. I've removed the current bumper and will salvage the brackets. The bolts...

seagrams72 · seagrams72

I have picked up parts from a few members within the last month so I figured I would post my winter project. This is how it went in the garage in October. There was quite a few loose ends I didn't tie before getting it back on the road, some squeaks and rattles that need quieting as well as a few performance im...

John D · John D

I found a shop in Anoka, in the old NAPA store building. "Tom's Radiators" Went up there today and dropped off my original '65 2-row Harrison. We chatted awhile and Tom showed me some of his work. (I don't know jack about recoring a radiator, but the massive Mopar unit he just finished and showed me looke...

bwild70ss396 · bwild70ss396

Dyno results for my 57 Chevy motor are in. I picked it up today. A little less then expected because of a cam phaser issue. About 10 hp on top end. They said I should not twist it that high with stock cast pistons and rod bolts anyways. Rev limiter set at 6400 rpm now. See attached dyno sheet. 400 plus torque...

69SSConv · 69SSConv

Well decided to tackle the 200-4R swap and 12 bolt posi swap today. Had the TH350 out and 2004R bolted in within 1 1/2 to 2 hours, went smooth. Still have to hook up the TV cable, and convert the shifter to the Overdrive, plate and adjust the shifter cable. Still motivated I went after the 12bolt, everyt...

Enganeer · Enganeer

Does anyone have access to a mill? I need to adjust the starter base to starter pinion distance. I believe that the starter holes in the block were off from the factory and they put the starter too far away from the flexplate. I am currently around .080"+ clearance between the teeth and need to b...

Dave Seitz · Dave Seitz

Well I picked up that 92 Camaro today, well the owner was going to let me use his trailer then since he had it loaded dropped it off over here. His son was a little upset and told the dad it is worth more then what I gave for it. Son also told dada it has a $3000 stereo system in it and dad should pull it out. Nope it...

SShink · SShink

Found a 1 1/8" stock front anti-sway bar on CL in Stillwater, and picked it up this a.m. Needs to be cleaned up and painted, but is in good shape. The one on the Chevelle is a 15/16 diameter. Free to anyone that wants the 15/16 one. In fact I have 2 that are free now... The guy selling it was cool to...

bowtie · bowtie

I don't remember any issues last year, but right away this year when I was driving my car I felt a hitch in the throttle pedal/cable operation. There was a definate spot where the pedal would go to then stop, and if I pressed harder it would keep going, but then get stuck on the return. Knowing I had some c...

bowtie · bowtie

It's a second (third???) hand Matco MIG unit. Runs on 110 and will be perfect for anything I need to do, which is nothing right now, but nice to have. Came with cart and basic mask, picked up a small Argon tank for it. Going to stop by Harbor freight for gloves and whatnot, and now I'm ready to practice.

4-door Chevelle · 4-door Chevelle

Eric Elkin from Kansas did a demo for us at the Bowtie brunch this past January at Karl's. A guy I work with is looking for a local source for metal work like Eric does, any ideas???

jim larson · jim larson

Some issues with a friends 4150 Holley. When we started the car this spring fuel was running in from the secondaries and kind of flooding. Seems that is solved, Gummed up needle and sticky float. While working to get that issue solved, we noticed that the secondaries do not appear to ever open. Sha...

seagrams72 · seagrams72

Got everything ready to go, time to fire it up and take it for a trip around the block. Engine idling great and ready to go, put it in Reverse, nothing, 1, nothing, 2, 3, 4, and still not even an rpm drop on the engine. Jack up the back, check fluids, check shifter cable, swap back to stock servo (upgraded...

Bowtieman427 · Bowtieman427

Hello all, This is my very first posting and was curious if there is any advice out there. I bought a 72 Malibu back in 2004 and it may actually be running this Spring. The engine is in Owatona getting back together. I am going to put in a GV OD and running a TH 400 with 3500 stall 557 BBC. Does anyone have any ex...

4-door Chevelle · 4-door Chevelle

So I noticed my new Chevelle has gauge never goes over 1/4 tank reading. It does go below that so I guess I have to count my blessings. But, being I like an accurate read on my fuel level ( I am funny that way lately) I did some reading on the TC site so here is where I am at: Pulled known good working sending unit...

steve m · steve m

Here is a pic of the new engine going in my chevelle, If 997hp and 810 ft lbs dont work the 250 shot may help. Trying to get car certified for 7.50

SShink · SShink

Got the seat belt pockets installed today. Bryan, they aren't green any more!

Another 'Cars apart' member-Pushrod · SShink

Craig S. (aka Pushrod) has officially joined the 'cars apart' club as we helped get his motor/trans out this a.m. -- Edited by SShink on Friday 31st of December 2010 01:39:35 PM -- Edited by SShink on Friday 31st of December 2010 01:42:12 PM

SShink · SShink

Since it's supposed to rain most of today... I decided to polish up the front bumper I picked up last Fall and R/R the one that's on the Chevelle. It's dented in a couple of places from the factory bumper jack sometime in it's life. The one I picked up is driver quality, but better than what's on it. I'll...

69SSConv · 69SSConv

Tomorrow I am taking the engine for my father/son project to Wheeler's to have it dyno'd. Hoping it will put out at least 300hp. It is 1980 vintage 350 block bored .030, built with: Speed Pro Hypereutectic Pistons w/.180 Dish (to keep compression down for 87 oct, should be 8.75-9:00:1) Vortec Heads (...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	66-67 front fenders braces (Preview) So I picked up a couple front fenders for my car yesterday that need a little work. But I thought the fender braces were not available but after a little searching it appears they are. Here is a link for anybody that is interested. Ecklers chevelle has them to but are a little more expensive. http://www...	67ss	2	525	Aug 1, 2011 by Lost in the 60s
	Looking for tips about cleaning and storing a block? (Preview) IPicked up an old bb this summer for a possible future project. Did a preliminary cleaning and just got if back from the machine shop where it was jet cleaned and maged. Everything good, no cracks. Look like all that would be needed is a bore, hone the lifter and main bores, etc. Got It home and I want...	jim larson	7	707	Jul 31, 2011 by jim larson
	New pics of the '66 Malibu Wagon (Preview) Painted over the ugly silver stripes on the tops of the quarters, and put my old 17s on it... working on getting it in "sell-able" condition. We've put around 300 miles on it so far this summer... been busy. Shortly after we started driving it, I needed the garage space for getting the Model T...	Derek69SS	18	1970	Jul 28, 2011 by 67ss
	Is this 66 wagon too big a project? (Preview) http://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/2484673624.html Looks interesting. What do you think?? Can it be finished for under $10,000?	jim larson	9	730	Jul 20, 2011 by Derek69SS
	Crazy Thought (Preview) You know those really old cars you see at shows with the look-alike trailer behind them? Wouldn't that look cool behind my Chevelle??? Crazy, I know.	4-door Chevelle	11	833	Jul 14, 2011 by 4-door Chevelle
	More Goodies... (Preview) I started getting the fuel system upgrades in place today. Had to order some stuff from Jeg's but got the new carb installed and hooked up. It works great- it's SO nice to have a functioning choke again. What a luxury... The upgrades will include the Holley 750 Ultra Double Pumper, Holley mechanical fu...	Scott Parkhurst	17	948	Jul 9, 2011 by Scott Parkhurst
	Dyno Day (Preview) Stay tuned for the You Tube video, something went Boom.	seagrams72	14	847	Jul 8, 2011 by Lost in the 60s
	Car pics (Preview) I hope this works computor is working now so I thought I would try some pics, Nothing to ooow and ahhh just got the serpintine belt system painted,installed and eletric fans mounted on the radiator and installed. Still alot of work to go. Baby steps I guess	yellowbowtie	7	765	Jul 4, 2011 by yellowbowtie
	Replace or not? (Preview) Looking for some feedback on my Father/Son project (80 Camaro). Removed the diferential and now pulling out the leaf springs. Would you replace them or just clean them up and install new bushings? The back of the car is not sagging, sits like I would expect it to? Looking for opinions, I only want t...	69SSConv	9	537	Jul 3, 2011 by Derek69SS
	Decal Question (Preview) Looking for some feedback on engine compartment decals. Would you bother with adding the decals for 396/325 hp on the air cleaner, being I am not running stock intake, valve covers, air cleaner, etc? Does it add or make it not look right?	69SSConv	17	999	Jul 2, 2011 by Lost in the 60s
	Front Bumper Project (Preview) My Chevelle's front bumper is pretty rough with dents, scratches, and some rust. I picked up Darren's front bumper and brackets and it's in very good condition. A little polishing and it will be a great driver quality piece. I've removed the current bumper and will salvage the brackets. The bolts...	SShink	11	1982	Jun 30, 2011 by SShink
	Cars Apart - 72' LSx/ 200-4r Winter Projects (Preview) I have picked up parts from a few members within the last month so I figured I would post my winter project. This is how it went in the garage in October. There was quite a few loose ends I didn't tie before getting it back on the road, some squeaks and rattles that need quieting as well as a few performance im...	seagrams72	19	2334	Jun 23, 2011 by seagrams72
	Cooling Blues.... (Preview) I found a shop in Anoka, in the old NAPA store building. "Tom's Radiators" Went up there today and dropped off my original '65 2-row Harrison. We chatted awhile and Tom showed me some of his work. (I don't know jack about recoring a radiator, but the massive Mopar unit he just finished and showed me looke...	John D	11	1734	Jun 21, 2011 by dashboard
	Made power, not parts!!!! (Preview) Dyno results for my 57 Chevy motor are in. I picked it up today. A little less then expected because of a cam phaser issue. About 10 hp on top end. They said I should not twist it that high with stock cast pistons and rod bolts anyways. Rev limiter set at 6400 rpm now. See attached dyno sheet. 400 plus torque...	bwild70ss396	8	921	Jun 12, 2011 by Dave Seitz
	200-4R is in, 12 bolt? Not so much? (Preview) Well decided to tackle the 200-4R swap and 12 bolt posi swap today. Had the TH350 out and 2004R bolted in within 1 1/2 to 2 hours, went smooth. Still have to hook up the TV cable, and convert the shifter to the Overdrive, plate and adjust the shifter cable. Still motivated I went after the 12bolt, everyt...	69SSConv	27	1194	Jun 6, 2011 by John D
	Access to a mill? (Preview) Does anyone have access to a mill? I need to adjust the starter base to starter pinion distance. I believe that the starter holes in the block were off from the factory and they put the starter too far away from the flexplate. I am currently around .080"+ clearance between the teeth and need to b...	Enganeer	16	1865	Jun 6, 2011 by Tony Hoffer
	New project new car (Preview) Well I picked up that 92 Camaro today, well the owner was going to let me use his trailer then since he had it loaded dropped it off over here. His son was a little upset and told the dad it is worth more then what I gave for it. Son also told dada it has a $3000 stereo system in it and dad should pull it out. Nope it...	Dave Seitz	15	1294	May 30, 2011 by Dave Seitz
	Picked up a 1 1/8" front anti-sway bar-Met a nice guy (Preview) Found a 1 1/8" stock front anti-sway bar on CL in Stillwater, and picked it up this a.m. Needs to be cleaned up and painted, but is in good shape. The one on the Chevelle is a 15/16 diameter. Free to anyone that wants the 15/16 one. In fact I have 2 that are free now... The guy selling it was cool to...	SShink	2	457	May 22, 2011 by SShink
	Always check your throttle for full opening (Preview) I don't remember any issues last year, but right away this year when I was driving my car I felt a hitch in the throttle pedal/cable operation. There was a definate spot where the pedal would go to then stop, and if I pressed harder it would keep going, but then get stuck on the return. Knowing I had some c...	bowtie	0	453	May 21, 2011 by bowtie
	Got a welder! (Preview) It's a second (third???) hand Matco MIG unit. Runs on 110 and will be perfect for anything I need to do, which is nothing right now, but nice to have. Came with cart and basic mask, picked up a small Argon tank for it. Going to stop by Harbor freight for gloves and whatnot, and now I'm ready to practice.	bowtie	10	871	May 20, 2011 by bowtie
	Metal work in Twin Cities (Preview) Eric Elkin from Kansas did a demo for us at the Bowtie brunch this past January at Karl's. A guy I work with is looking for a local source for metal work like Eric does, any ideas???	4-door Chevelle	2	536	May 18, 2011 by OscarZ
	Need advice/suggestion for a friends Holley Carb (Preview) Some issues with a friends 4150 Holley. When we started the car this spring fuel was running in from the secondaries and kind of flooding. Seems that is solved, Gummed up needle and sticky float. While working to get that issue solved, we noticed that the secondaries do not appear to ever open. Sha...	jim larson	5	631	May 16, 2011 by jim larson
	Transmission Problem (Preview) Got everything ready to go, time to fire it up and take it for a trip around the block. Engine idling great and ready to go, put it in Reverse, nothing, 1, nothing, 2, 3, 4, and still not even an rpm drop on the engine. Jack up the back, check fluids, check shifter cable, swap back to stock servo (upgraded...	seagrams72	20	1210	May 15, 2011 by seagrams72
	72 Chevelle Project hopfully done soon ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Hello all, This is my very first posting and was curious if there is any advice out there. I bought a 72 Malibu back in 2004 and it may actually be running this Spring. The engine is in Owatona getting back together. I am going to put in a GV OD and running a TH 400 with 3500 stall 557 BBC. Does anyone have any ex...	Bowtieman427	63	7073	May 12, 2011 by Bowtieman427
	Now I am wrestling with the gas gauge (Preview) So I noticed my new Chevelle has gauge never goes over 1/4 tank reading. It does go below that so I guess I have to count my blessings. But, being I like an accurate read on my fuel level ( I am funny that way lately) I did some reading on the TC site so here is where I am at: Pulled known good working sending unit...	4-door Chevelle	1	678	May 10, 2011 by 67ss
	new bullet (Preview) Here is a pic of the new engine going in my chevelle, If 997hp and 810 ft lbs dont work the 250 shot may help. Trying to get car certified for 7.50	steve m	25	1419	May 9, 2011 by Dave Seitz
	Look familiar Bryan? (Preview) Got the seat belt pockets installed today. Bryan, they aren't green any more!	SShink	7	923	May 8, 2011 by SShink
	Another 'Cars apart' member-Pushrod ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Craig S. (aka Pushrod) has officially joined the 'cars apart' club as we helped get his motor/trans out this a.m. -- Edited by SShink on Friday 31st of December 2010 01:39:35 PM -- Edited by SShink on Friday 31st of December 2010 01:42:12 PM	SShink	60	3973	May 5, 2011 by SShink
	Rainy day projects (Preview) Since it's supposed to rain most of today... I decided to polish up the front bumper I picked up last Fall and R/R the one that's on the Chevelle. It's dented in a couple of places from the factory bumper jack sometime in it's life. The one I picked up is driver quality, but better than what's on it. I'll...	SShink	21	1021	May 2, 2011 by Lost in the 60s
	Dyno Day Tomorrow! (Preview) Tomorrow I am taking the engine for my father/son project to Wheeler's to have it dyno'd. Hoping it will put out at least 300hp. It is 1980 vintage 350 block bored .030, built with: Speed Pro Hypereutectic Pistons w/.180 Dish (to keep compression down for 87 oct, should be 8.75-9:00:1) Vortec Heads (...	69SSConv	34	1385	Apr 29, 2011 by 69SSConv
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