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1 hour ago, MC1of80 said:
Depends on what's comfortable to you. I run 275/60r15 which are 28" tall. I know some super stock guys run a 30" tall slick.
I have seen a guy running the BFG sport truck radial (back in the day) that was either 31 or 32" tall back and forth to the track to cut down the gear so as to drive on the highway. They looked stupid though. Worked but not looks wise.
I guess I just don't want to HAVE to keep the helper bags maxed out ALL the time lol. And of course I don't want to rub on bumps during normal driving.
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I know wheel and tire threads are over done, but I couldn't find a specific thread for height.
So question is, what is the tallest rear tire you can comfortably fit in the rear. Assuming stock (but new) springs and shocks, and the helper bags?
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First test fit looking great! Need to do some finishing on some seams, and I need to fab or purchase wheel well lip.
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3 hours ago, Dtret said:
Go to AMK website and you can find them there. Sizing information is there
This right here. Also best place to purchase IMO. The kits are worth it.
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6 hours ago, lowcadillac said:
Hello everyone, took the Chevy out today for the first time in months and started making the to-do list.
Anyone know what size the bolts are that attach the front fenders to the inner wheel arch liner? The bolts come up from under the wheels arch and screw into captive nuts.
Are you talking about where the fender connects to inner fenders in the wheel well? I bought a set of new bolts for everything, I can check those when I get to the shop.
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Been working on multiple things, here is what got done today.
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18 minutes ago, Dtret said:
Let us know if that works and it’s all that’s needed. Does your car have have a/c
My car was factory ac yes. I pprobably wont actually have functional ac for a while because I need evaporator and all its components including box...I just dont want to have to pull the dash again.
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It looks like factory hose sizes are 1.5 inch and 3 inch. Unsure on lengths but it's not much. I just ordered 5 ft lengths.
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39 minutes ago, Dtret said:
I know that the duct work is all sold at the parts place but they are all separate.But they list every different size nothing specific. If someone knows the diameter and length of each piece that would help me also. A kit so to speak for each year (probably the same) with or without air conditioning. That’s actually something I know is going to hold me up on reassembly because P.O. threw them away.
I was able to find this
But for some reason it doesn't feel right lol.
Vintage air has a diagram with hose OD and lengths, but again not sure if for orginal or their unit.
They list 2 inch hoses
Driver defrost duct- 18 in
Passenger defrost duct- 12 in
Center louver- 20 in (might be two of these)
2.5 inch hoses
Driver side louver- 32 in
Passenger side louver- 36 in
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Hey everyone, looking for some information on the hvac ductwork behind the dashboard. All of my hard plastic parts are in good shape, but there is some hose or duct that was basically disintegrated when I got to it. You probably know what I'm talking about, it has a wire frame like a slinky. I'm just looking to buy everything I need for behind the dashboard. Summit sells 18 inch sections, they list needing 2 and I just wanted to be sure.
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Thanks everyone, I made the call to Leo!
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18 minutes ago, 714024SPEED said:
I vote for a new quarter . If you have to use the whole skin then going with a full quarter is a lot less body work.
Exactly my thoughts. I don't want to worry about trying to hide or blend a 5 foot weld lol.
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After talking it over with my shop owner, I'm going to go with full quarters on both sides. I'll be saving myself time and headache in the end, because i wont have to worry about hiding seams as much. Though I enjoy body work, there is just too much minor damage across the passenger quarter to comfortably use a skin in my opinion. I would basically have to use the entire skin. From what I've researched...if you have to use the entire skin, you should probably get a full quarter... but maybe things have changed.
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47 minutes ago, MC1of80 said:
Probably get a skin and only cut out the sections you need. Don't use the whole skin. Use as much of the original quarter you can. More pics of the "bad" areas would help.
I'll try to get closer pics. Since that was taken I've treated and epoxied to prevent further damage.
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Hey guys! Good news! Tax returns are in and I'm ready to go broke! I'm looking to finish up metal work by doing my quarters. I've done research, but having a 2nd,3rd, and even a 4th opinion is never a bad thing!
I know my drivers side is a total loss and will need a full quarter. The passenger side however, may be able to get away with a skin/patch.
I would love to hear what you think.
Thanks for your time!
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1 hour ago, Huggee said:
Getting some work done during our lockdowns
Good find on the build sheets! Looks like 1 of them is extremely solid. Also that frame lookin sexy...
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I bought a thing, and now I've opened a can of worms...my instrument cluster basically disintegrated upon removal...guess I might be upgrading to digital a little sooner than I thought.
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I asked for weatherstripping, rubber bumpers, felts....only thing I could think of that could be had at a reasonable price...
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19 minutes ago, cny first gen 71 said:
Check with Belden speed engineering they may.
https://www.rustreplace.com/home/1970-1972-monte-carlo
Not sure if they make the whole thing for the front, but they do for the back
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Nothing too crazy...but my wheels won't fall off now...
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E85
in Engine Tech
6 hours ago, Leghome said:If the engine is not set up to run E85 sounds like a bad idea to me. my 350 bored 20wrollere can and rockers does not care for 87 octane, will run on it but likes 89 better likes 92 better yet but loves 93 or above.
Oh for sure! I just wasn't sure if anyone had built a motor for it in theirs. Maybe I'll have to do that.
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It all depends how bad your under piece is, and how nice you want your car, how much money etc. From the looks of it, you will need a new package tray as well as deck filler panel. If you don't care about people scrutinizing your car, and there are just a few holes in the bottom piece, you can just patch it, since it will be virtually hidden when done anyways.
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E85
in Engine Tech
Haven't found any posts so I was wondering, anybody here switch to E85? Being from Iowa/Nebraska a corn fed Monte sounds fun.
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It's not over filled is it? Too much fluid = too much pressure = good luck gasket.
Tire height
in Brakes and Suspension Tech
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Nope, new springs. I just wanted the option to stiffen the rear.