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Forum: Technical & Restoration Today, 04:56 PM

Replies: 28 Can Am BBC Views: 10,349 Posted By big gear head It must have been the replica that was at the... It must have been the replica that was at the Super Car Reunion a few years ago. It had a very different sound. It did not sound like a big block Chevy.

Forum: Chevrolet 09-22-2024, 12:51 PM

Replies: 5 69 x66 vin Views: 592 Posted By big gear head Have you looked for the build sheet? Does it have... Have you looked for the build sheet? Does it have a factory installed tach? Does it have a single 3/8 fuel line? What was the original gear ratio in the rear end?

Forum: Technical & Restoration 09-22-2024, 12:09 AM

Replies: 7 Timing chain r&r Views: 655 Posted By big gear head I've never removed the pan with the engine still... I've never removed the pan with the engine still in the car. If you removed the transmission, bellhousing, clutch and flywheel it would be a lot easier to get the pan out. I have removed the timing...

Forum: Garages/shops.. 09-21-2024, 07:02 PM

Replies: 32 New shop Views: 14,381 Posted By big gear head Finally in it's new home. I'll have to keep it... Finally in it's new home. I'll have to keep it covered up while I'm building walls, putting up the ceiling and other stuff. That's the frame for my '55 Chevy. My next project.

Forum: Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals 09-21-2024, 01:08 PM

Replies: 21 First Time at MCACN Views: 2,228 Posted By big gear head One day isn't enough, but you'll see a lot of it.... One day isn't enough, but you'll see a lot of it. Actually 2 days isn't quite enough to take it all in. There are vendors and a swap meet area. You will probably want to go back next year and spend 2...

Forum: Lounge 09-20-2024, 02:13 PM

Replies: 4 Jamie Jarvis at Drag Week 2024 Views: 576 Posted By big gear head Looks like Jamie got the front end problems fixed... Looks like Jamie got the front end problems fixed and it's not dragging the rear bumper off the line now. He ran a 9.63 at 138 yesterday. Don't know what position he's in.

Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 09-20-2024, 11:57 AM

Replies: 3 NOS - Wing Bolts for Valve Covers Views: 446 Posted By big gear head I have a pack of 4. I believe Cal Custom. Still... I have a pack of 4. I believe Cal Custom. Still on the card. I think I have some used loose ones too. These are the 2 piece chrome ones.

Forum: Lounge 09-18-2024, 07:18 PM

Replies: 4 Jamie Jarvis at Drag Week 2024 Views: 576 Posted By big gear head I haven't been able to find any updates on... I haven't been able to find any updates on official positions, but I believe Van Hurst said that Jamie is still in second place in his class. Rob Clary is riding with him.

Forum: Lounge 09-17-2024, 09:28 PM

Replies: 15 2 post lift recommendations Views: 939 Posted By big gear head Thanks. I was looking at symmetrical, but I guess... Thanks. I was looking at symmetrical, but I guess I should look at asymmetrical.

Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-17-2024, 08:07 PM

Replies: 94 1967 Camaro SS 396/375 - 1122 Actual miles Views: 46,238 Posted By big gear head Looks great with the super tricks and no spoilers. Looks great with the super tricks and no spoilers.

Forum: Lounge 09-17-2024, 06:36 PM

Replies: 4 Jamie Jarvis at Drag Week 2024 Views: 576 Posted By big gear head Jamie Jarvis at Drag Week 2024 Jamie had a rod come apart in the big block in his '55 Chevy at the Super Car Reunion a few weeks ago. It poked a hole in the oil pan and did some damage to the crankshaft and other parts. Kevin Gass...

Forum: Lounge 09-17-2024, 06:02 PM

Replies: 15 2 post lift recommendations Views: 939 Posted By big gear head 2 post lift recommendations It's time to purchase a 2 post lift for my shop. I'm looking at 9000 lb overhead lifts. I see several listed for around $2100 to $2500. Atlas, Tuxedo, Racer Direct, Nationwide. I did a search on this...

Forum: Garages/shops.. 09-17-2024, 05:37 PM

Replies: 32 New shop Views: 14,381 Posted By big gear head The floor is finally done. I used ArmorPoxy... The floor is finally done. I used ArmorPoxy Ballistix SC to seal it and Sikaflex 1A to fill the control joints. Both of these are safe with gasoline and other automotive chemicals. I used the no slip...

Forum: Garages/shops.. 09-07-2024, 08:03 PM

Replies: 32 New shop Views: 14,381 Posted By big gear head Getting the primer put down. That's a good woman... Getting the primer put down. That's a good woman right there. I'll have to take another day off next week to get the sealer done. Then on to wiring.

Forum: Garages/shops.. 09-06-2024, 06:27 PM

Replies: 32 New shop Views: 14,381 Posted By big gear head I appreciate the the thoughts Mitch. I'll get it... I appreciate the the thoughts Mitch. I'll get it done sometime. It would be nice to get heat in it before winter so that I can work comfortably when the shoulder is healed, but I'll figure that out...

Forum: Garages/shops.. 09-06-2024, 02:46 PM

Replies: 32 New shop Views: 14,381 Posted By big gear head I took a week vacation this week to try to get... I took a week vacation this week to try to get the floor finished. I used Sikaflex 1A to fill the saw cuts in the floor. This is supposed to be chemical resistant and safe for gasoline and oil. I...

Forum: Technical & Restoration 09-06-2024, 02:19 PM

Replies: 19 Coolant in cylinders Views: 2,431 Posted By big gear head I always check the timing mark on a engine that... I always check the timing mark on a engine that I'm building using a piston stop before putting the heads on. I never trust it until I verify that it's correct. I even verify TDC on a running engine...

Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 08-30-2024, 06:50 PM

Replies: 18 Unicorn Alert: The Pinnacle of C2 Corvettes Views: 2,119 Posted By big gear head What is the $ value of this car? Just wondering. What is the $ value of this car? Just wondering.

Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 08-27-2024, 03:28 PM

Replies: 33 They’re disappearing Views: 4,600 Posted By big gear head That '66 Fairlane GT looks like it's got a lot of... That '66 Fairlane GT looks like it's got a lot of potential.

Forum: Technical & Restoration 08-27-2024, 12:00 PM

Replies: 5 hurst shifters Views: 978 Posted By big gear head Eric Davidson, a member of this sight. he goes by... Eric Davidson, a member of this sight. he goes by the name CRASH. Crash Enterprises.

Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 08-22-2024, 06:30 PM

Replies: 7 Intake ID? Views: 837 Posted By big gear head 409 409

Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 08-22-2024, 12:06 PM

Replies: 5 Sold Good used S.B. Chevy Factory oil pan- very clean and solid Views: 528 Posted By big gear head A few months ago I would have loved to have that... A few months ago I would have loved to have that oil pan. I looked all around here but couldn't find one. I had to use a truck pan, which is not what I wanted. It's done now and no turning back.

Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 08-22-2024, 12:02 PM

Replies: 400 Black on Black 1967 Camaro L78 124377N212598 Views: 242,437 Posted By big gear head I had a AGE M23 in my car for several years with... I had a AGE M23 in my car for several years with very similar gear ratios. My 3600 pound car ran 11.12 at 124 MPH with that transmission. I prefer the Holley carburetors from the '60s and '70s over...

Forum: Technical & Restoration 08-20-2024, 11:58 AM

Replies: 21 Change gear oil in a 12 bolt Views: 3,231 Posted By big gear head I put a film of RTV on both sides of the gasket.... I put a film of RTV on both sides of the gasket. You will hear 20 different ways of doing it. Some people have completely quit using gaskets, but that didn't work out too well for me.

Forum: Lounge 08-17-2024, 02:57 PM

Replies: 996 The BMW 507 Ultimate Build Thread!!! Views: 454,529 Posted By big gear head Look at the third picture. Did you see the... Look at the third picture. Did you see the ripples and waves in the rocker panel and the door? Dave I bet the fit and finish on yours is much better than the originals.

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