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I had to add a new lug pattern to some rear axles, but my smaller mill but does not have a turret capability. I used the mill to create a template...
Look into using "Solar Flux" if you don't want to use a purge gas to protect the back side when using stainless. It also seems to act like a flux...
Maybe this one, otherwise search their site more:...
If you want to go with power brakes, ABS Power Brakes had a Treadlevac replacement solution. I don't see it currently on their web site, but it...
Low pressure gauges are used on some steam heating systems, which typicaly operate around 2 psi. Here is one 0-5 psi. Search "low pressure gauge"...
I don't have the answer on the residual valve but I think its important to bench bleed the M/C using hoses/lines back into to the reservoirs,...
Fabcraft has early Pontiac drums and other parts https://fabcraftmetalworks.com
I believe the stock compression height for the 389 is 1.720, so they probably sit 0.020 down in the hole, which is going to reduce compression...
Here is the link to the post that @Jermm mentioned:...
Subbed, but with a question... For a simple 2-into-1 setup would it be any easier to use 2 pieces of tubing cut at a narrow angle along their...
I would suggest carefully comparing the 61+ Pontiac and SBC rockers to see how close they are. For 55-60 Pontiac they seem to have the same...
I think you can probably extend the "early" year interchangeability out to 1960 for rockers and pushrods. There were significant head changes in...
I am looking at replacing the fuel tank in my 57 Star Chief, and have done some research, but not sure of difference if any with the Super Chief,...
I am putting together a 1960 389 engine, have modified heads for screw in studs for adjustable valvetrain with oiling through pushrods. The SBC...
Most motor armatures are pressed on, likely the same on generators. If you look at the laminations you might be able to see which direction is was...
Fabcraft has the rear drums for Pontiac, see link posted earlier by @34Phil. From what I have read, 57 and earlier had 1-3/4" wide shoes/drums...
If its a Canadien car it likely has a Chevy (SBC) engine and drive train. If its a true Pontiac anything from 55-60 should drop in.
Try here for home/hobby machining: https://www.hobby-machinist.com/forums/ There are also lots of Youtube channels on machining. Some to check...
I have not used zeners this way but here is one rated at 6V 5W that might do the trick....
Not to hijack but does that 2X logic apply when measuring main and con rod bearings using a micrometer and snap gauge?
I think that the transmission mount pattern and starter mount changed right around 61 so you might have trouble if you want to retain the original...
What model shocks did you end up using? I might want to do similar on a 57 car, not sure if they are the same or not.
I did not see it in the picture buy make sure that you have fresh air coming in on the other side of the engine, typically though a filter on the...
Sorry, can't answer your actual question but I would be interested in seeing how you mount the MC and booster; I need to do something similar on...
I know its somewhat taboo to discuss here but are you happy with the way that it drives/steers with that front suspension? thanks!
I don't think you can use 389 pistons in a 370 as the stroke is different, so the pin height must be different, as Pontiac rods are all the same...
Try Egge Machine. I cannot personally vouch for their quality but they have lots of hard to get items. They may have the cast pistons. Note that...
More on reverse flow differences (and other good info) here: http://www.pontiacsafari.com/EngineCooling/index.htm 1960 was a transition year,...
I am going to be doing something similar at some point, will be replacing a 1957 347 (Pontiac Star Chief) with a 1960 389. In 1960 they changed...
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