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GTO_DON 03-13-2009 06:51 AM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
Everything is cool guys. I just wanted to make sure that everyone knew I wasnt trying to mislead anyone on any of my cars. Btw The impala is my buddy Dans car,Not mine. We will see what happens. It ends tonight and Im really overwelmed at the responce to it. Didnt think there was that many big car lovers out there.{Even thou its only 1 foot longer than my GTO LOL} A couple guys are coming over the weekend and I'll see what they offer. Anyway thanks for the publicity! If a big GP can make to a chevy Supercar website then I guess it must be a special car after all. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

StealthBird 03-13-2009 08:12 AM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
Don, I forwarded your ad to some of the "Darksiders" (those full-sized Pontiac freaks!), and that may have added to your positive responses. Hope it sells for what you desire.... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

Tarrytown SS427s 03-13-2009 05:35 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
Well said. Long live the big cars!!
Steve

Charley Lillard 03-13-2009 06:01 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
There was a comment about the intake having to come off in order to change the washer that was leaking. Wouldn't it be easier to pop the water pump loose ?

HPMIKE 03-13-2009 07:01 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
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There was a comment about the intake having to come off in order to change the washer that was leaking. Wouldn't it be easier to pop the water pump loose ?

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Nope

Taking the water pump itself off wouldnt help you as the grommet backs up to the timing chain cover. Believe me. An intake on a Pontiac takes no time at all. Very simple fix.

MB

GTO_DON 03-13-2009 07:39 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
It was even a easier fix mike. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif I made a small half inch turn on the 3/8 bolt that connects the timing cover to the intake a started driving the car and the antifreeze was gone! Like I told a couple of potential bidders "The grommet swells once the engine heated up and the leak is gone". I cant believe how this leak which wasnt even an ounce of fluid got legs like this. You would have thought the block was cracked for christ sake. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/confused.gif
Moral of the story is take a paper towel and wipe up any fluid before you take a pic https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif To be honest I didnt see it by the naked eye. I guess the flash made it look like a small river under there. Anyway we have closed the flood gates and the town has been saved!!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gifBTW My high bidder is coming to see the car tomorrow so wish me luck https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

Salvatore 03-13-2009 10:57 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
Good luck with the sale my friend! Glad the leak in the dyke is fixed! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/rolleyes.gif

al8apex 03-13-2009 11:28 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
I LIKE the car

I think it is cool in a BIG way

I could read through all the stuff and realize how nice the car is "as-is"

IF that car was here it would have been hmmm ... who knows ?

It is very cool and even if it is red (just a "thing" of mine, not a fan of red), I would be proud to own it

mockingbird812 03-13-2009 11:44 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
Keep us posted Don. Chttps://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/cool.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/cool.gifL ride!

grantprix 03-20-2009 08:10 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
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It was even a easier fix mike. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif I made a small half inch turn on the 3/8 bolt that connects the timing cover to the intake a started driving the car and the antifreeze was gone! Like I told a couple of potential bidders "The grommet swells once the engine heated up and the leak is gone". I cant believe how this leak which wasnt even an ounce of fluid got legs like this. You would have thought the block was cracked for christ sake. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/confused.gif
Moral of the story is take a paper towel and wipe up any fluid before you take a pic https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/wink.gif To be honest I didnt see it by the naked eye. I guess the flash made it look like a small river under there. Anyway we have closed the flood gates and the town has been saved!!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gifBTW My high bidder is coming to see the car tomorrow so wish me luck https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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On these Pontiac engines its also very important to loosen or leave the intake bolts loose before tightening the long 3/8" bolt to allow the intake to snug up tight against the timing cover. I've seen too many guys break that bolt trying to tighten it without doing so.

That's a beautiful & rare GP by the way! The next owner should be very happy with it.

68427caprice 04-14-2009 10:36 PM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
I read the postings and then looked at car.

I have never owned a Pontiac (among the many GM's I have owned) But this is a great find for someone.

Did you sell it? Let us know.

I have the same problem as you however, but one day, my
"barn" will be full. (hopefully not just full of it).

GTO_DON 04-15-2009 09:32 AM

Re: 68 Grand Prix--yay or nay?
 
It went to a great guy in Long Island https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif


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