- 261. [oletrucks] RE: Pacer IFS and a small block engine. (score: 1)
- Author: safesix@earthlink.net
- Date: Wed, 15 Dec 1999 11:35:47 -0800
- 1. I checked with the shop who helped install my Pacer IFS, and has done several V8 Pacers as well. No pan interference with a V8. 2. The axle centerline should not change. The stated measurement (2
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00378.html (8,779 bytes)
- 262. Re: [oletrucks] 228 gmc (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Wed, 15 Dec 1999 18:45:08 -0500
- A 270 is a bolt-in replacement for a 228 and rebuild costs are about the same. If you can pick up a 270 core at reasonable cost, there's no substitute for cubic inches. Check Patrick's (520) 836-111
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00384.html (7,763 bytes)
- 263. Re: [oletrucks] Floor board HELP! (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Wed, 15 Dec 1999 18:52:56 -0500
- Seat Riser is about 5" off the floor in the front, tapering to about 3" at of fidget plan and position good couple the use I as of original and a need oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks buil
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00385.html (12,632 bytes)
- 264. [oletrucks] test ignore (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Fri, 17 Dec 1999 18:36:02 -0500
- oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00413.html (6,254 bytes)
- 265. RE: [oletrucks] GMC stock 302 block (score: 1)
- Author: safesix@earthlink.net
- Date: Wed, 22 Dec 1999 11:05:34 -0800
- I saw this a day or two ago. Seller also has a number of other NOS GMC parts listed. I am watching the bidding with interest - 302 short blocks surface occasionally, usually from military surplus so
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00516.html (8,118 bytes)
- 266. Re: [oletrucks] GMC stock 302 block (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Wed, 22 Dec 1999 22:42:00 -0500
- The displacement is pretty easy, it's the first 3 digits of the engine number, found on the distributor mounting pad. Casting numbers can be found at the "Casting Numbers" page at http://www.inlners
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00537.html (10,813 bytes)
- 267. Re: [oletrucks] Ignition advance (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Thu, 23 Dec 1999 22:52:22 -0500
- The 270 GMC stock advance is 20 degrees centrifugal with another 24 to 28 degrees from the vacuum advance, so you are correct with 48 degrees total advance, but there are many other factors that aff
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00556.html (9,453 bytes)
- 268. Re: [oletrucks] 4 barrel 235 setup (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Fri, 24 Dec 1999 20:43:16 -0500
- I don't think it really matters, as long as they are "in line" with the engine. Do it which ever way makes for the easiest linkage setup. Just don't set up the carb V8 style, the fuel distribution w
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00598.html (7,457 bytes)
- 269. Re: [oletrucks] To heat the intake or not to heat the intake (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sat, 25 Dec 1999 08:02:03 -0500
- The intake heat issue is a common topic in the Inliners newsletter Tech Q & A section. The consensus is that for a street engine, heat to the intake is the single best thing you can do for better dri
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00613.html (10,303 bytes)
- 270. Re: [oletrucks] GMC specific Manuals (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Mon, 27 Dec 1999 21:38:21 -0500
- About the closest you can get is a GMC Master Parts Book. Very detailed exploded views of all models. Not reprinted, originals were dealer only items and very hard to find. They show up on E*&y once
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00675.html (7,927 bytes)
- 271. Re: [oletrucks] 235ci and 4BB Experiences (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Wed, 29 Dec 1999 22:55:56 -0500
- The Clifford heated intake and Edelbrock 600 are what I use on my GMC 302. It's a good combination. The 500 CFM Edelbrock would probably be a better choice for a 235, but the 600 can be jetted down t
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00714.html (10,307 bytes)
- 272. Re: [oletrucks] 235ci and 4BB Experiences (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Thu, 30 Dec 1999 08:20:27 -0500
- I think either one would be OK, but the 600 will probably have to be re-jetted. The 500 and 600 models are priced about the same if you add the electric choke, which comes standard on the 600. I wou
- /html/oletrucks/1999-12/msg00721.html (11,034 bytes)
- 273. Re: [oletrucks] monoleafs (fwd) (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Tue, 9 Nov 1999 06:49:35 -0500
- and I've had Patrick's monoleafs on my GMC for a couple of years. They drop the rear of the truck about two to three inches . Also the ride is better, not as bone-jarring. I'm sure the load capacity
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00222.html (7,956 bytes)
- 274. Re: [oletrucks] AD dealer option deluxe radio?(was Help ID a mystery radio!) (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Tue, 9 Nov 1999 07:07:52 -0500
- There was only one factory radio (dealer-installed as Mr Adler points out) but, possibly the ones you guys have came from a Packard car. Forties Packards used a similar radio with the speaker below t
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00223.html (9,689 bytes)
- 275. Re: [oletrucks] almost an accident (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Wed, 10 Nov 1999 07:35:43 -0500
- These episodes really get your attention, don't they? With brakes, you sometimes don't know you have a problem until the worst possible time. And if you collide with somebody, everyone automatically
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00242.html (9,384 bytes)
- 276. Re: [oletrucks] Steering colum question (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sat, 13 Nov 1999 16:15:38 -0500
- If you're going to toss the original steering box anyway, and just use a stub of the original shaft out of the original column (as I did to connect steering to my IFS, via u-joints) then just cut th
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00326.html (8,763 bytes)
- 277. Re: [oletrucks] Custom Autosound in AD (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sun, 14 Nov 1999 20:47:44 -0500
- I've had one of the CA units in my truck for about 4 years. I have mixed emotions about it. On the the plus side, it fits perfectly, sounds ok and has been very reliable, considering the location is
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00359.html (8,506 bytes)
- 278. Re: [oletrucks] Odd vin for '49 Panel? (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sun, 14 Nov 1999 22:22:15 -0500
- That's a GMC engine number. The "228" is the cubic inch displacement. yard DMV read tops oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00365.html (8,464 bytes)
- 279. Re: [oletrucks] 6 to 5 lug pattern (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 21:22:12 -0500
- I had this done to my axles and it worked out well. Don't forget you have to get the brake drums done to match. Done by Frankland welding near Tampa FL a few years ago and the cost was about $125. ol
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00451.html (7,770 bytes)
- 280. Re: [oletrucks] Cooling fan clearance. (score: 1)
- Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>
- Date: Sat, 20 Nov 1999 12:17:13 -0500
- You don't mention if you are using an original or aftermarket fan - I'd recommend you use an aftermarket aluminum six blade fan with either less pitch or shorter blades. You may have to try several
- /html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00494.html (9,054 bytes)
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