First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List sway bars&200r xmember pics wasRE: Sway Bar Kits by "x1r1 x" <x1r1@hotmail.com> Re: Carb Selection by "x1r1 x" <x1r1@hotmail.com> Re: Update by "x1r1 x" <x1r1@hotmail.com> Re: Safety mandated items by "Andy" <fbird68@ix.netcom.com> Single to multileaf conversion. by "Bad Acid" <bad-acid@pacbell.net> Save the F body by "Bad Acid" <bad-acid@pacbell.net> Subject: Re: Manuals by "Steve Stinefelt" <stevestinefelt@hawaii.rr.com> Re: Manuals by "Charlie & Rose Huntington" <badgoat@gwi.net>
(back) Subject: sway bars&200r xmember pics wasRE: Sway Bar Kits From: "x1r1 x" <x1r1@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 22:34:57 -0700 I posted pics in my free microsoft area, http://content.communities.msn.com/isapi/fetch.dll?action=3Dget_album&ID_Co= mmunity=3DAvatargif&ID_Topic=3D2 they are very high res. so be ready to wait a little if you are on a = modem. I have it set so that listers may post relevant pics there too if you = want, I will probably leave anything you might post up for quite awhile. Rowan >From: "Trimpe, Bob" <TrimpeB@rajones.com> >Rowan, > >I would like to see some pics if you can post them. > >Thanks, >Bob Trimpe > > >Subject: Re: Sway Bar Kits > > >I used a stock rear bar from a 67-78 Nova clone with second en camaro >endlinks, but this necessitated creating a custom bracket at the top. >it is about as thick as my pinkie, and does not overpower the stock front >bar or make the ride harsh, but makes the car feel smaller and lighter. >not > >ultrahigh performance, but a good upgrade for the money $16 used. I can >send you a few pictures if you like(or post if somone has space). a nice >feature of this bar is it does not reduce ground clearance. >My next suspension adjustments will be to swap the KYBs in back for some >softer airshocks, and upgrade to a stiffer front swaybar, as the nose = dives >into corners at almost double the recomended speed(yellow sign). The = front >seems pretty adequate, then suddenly is overcome by body roll but only at >high speeds. >Rowan > _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com
(back) Subject: Re: Carb Selection From: "x1r1 x" <x1r1@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 22:41:55 -0700 mmmm yes, I have the AFB style, and haven't seen one of the Qjet ones, So = I can't comment on the relative benefits. Rowan >From: Studderin@aol.com > Just wanted to let you guys know that there are 2 styles of = Edlebrock >carbs. > >The Q-jet style, 1900s series; called a "performer" >The 1400s series are an AFB style; also called "performer" by Edlebrock. > >Noticed people referring that they suggest an Edlebrock carb. Didn't want = >are >buddy Jim Miller to get the wrong one. _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com
(back) Subject: Re: Update From: "x1r1 x" <x1r1@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 23:04:27 -0700 *with just a touch of wheelwell envy* Looking good! I'm not sure what your plan with the spring is, but Herb Adams suggests = that by moving the front springeye up about 1/2 inch, anti squat is increased, reducing power overstee, allowing more throttle in corners. THey sell a spring eye bracket theat does this for second gen cars, but you could = likely leave room for adjustment on your setup. Just a thought. Rowan >From: "Dereck Kowalski" <dakowals@mtu.edu> >I put up some new pics of the project. >Let me know what you think! > >http://stuweb.ee.mtu.edu/~dakowals/ > >Dereck _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com
(back) Subject: Re: Safety mandated items From: "Andy" <fbird68@ix.netcom.com> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 23:26:46 -0700 Paul, The 1968 Annual states that front-seat shoulder harnesses were required starting January 1, 1968. Lap belts were required for all seats. My '68 had front shoulder harnesses, but they proved to be so impractical that I did not put them back up when I replaced the headliner years ago. Is it possible the '68s you've seen were manufactured before January 1? Mine was made in February. Andy > > Subject: safty mandated items > From: <Pzary3233@aol.com> > Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2001 13:51:49 EDT > > Andy > So with the information that was just provided it says that Shoulder = belts > > where mandated in to existence on the 68 cars? But I thought that it was > only > an option that's just my thinking because I know that a lot of the 68 = cars > do > not have shoulder belts as mine never did till I put them in. I may be = way > > off and iterpreting that very wrong. so please correct me. > Paul Z. > 68, 350 coupe > >
(back) Subject: Single to multileaf conversion. From: "Bad Acid" <bad-acid@pacbell.net> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 23:38:50 -0700 I just bought a single to multileaf conversion kit from Classic Industries for my 67. The shock mounting plates that it came with will cause the = shocks to be offset. Is this going to be a problem? I know that the shocks where not offset originally on the 67, And I am wondering If this is going to cause problems. Are the upper shock mounts in the same place on a 67 as on = a 68? Lance 67 400 coupe
(back) Subject: Save the F body From: "Bad Acid" <bad-acid@pacbell.net> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 23:42:04 -0700 If you havent yet been to this site, Please check it out! They have a list you can sign to help persuade GM to continue to produce the Firebird & Camaro. http://www.camaroz28.com/savefbody/index.shtml Lance 67 400 Coupe
(back) Subject: Subject: Re: Manuals From: "Steve Stinefelt" <stevestinefelt@hawaii.rr.com> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 21:00:33 -1000 Matt, If you are looking for a '68 Pontiac Service Manual, there's one posted on the web. Here's the address: http://www.locl.net/homes/sapple/68smi.html If you're looking for another year, you may want to try Greg's Automotive = at www.gregsonline.com. I ordered a 68 Pontiac shop manual for $36 and the quality was excellent. They also shipped it very promptly. I also think their prices are generally lower than what you find on ebay. I hope this helps. Steve '68 Sprint 4-spd
(back) Subject: Re: Manuals From: "matt schmid" <schmidmj@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001 14:15:39 Where do I get the Pontiac service manual? Is it sold in advanced auto, = Napa etc, or do I have to go online or how exactly do I get it. It seems as though I could really use it. Matt
(back) Subject: Re: Manuals From: "Charlie & Rose Huntington" <badgoat@gwi.net> Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2001 05:48:04 -0400 Try Dan Bower at factorya@tir.com Tell him Charlie sent you! Check out www.badgoat.net -----Original Message----- From: Bob Cisneros <Bob.Cisneros@Sun.COM> To: Firebird-L@oakmediacreations.com <Firebird-L@oakmediacreations.com> Date: Monday, April 16, 2001 9:04 PM Subject: Re: Manuals First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List .......................................................................... Matt Schmid writes: >Where do I get the Pontiac service manual?