http://www.classiccar.com/forum/categories/general-motors-corporation/feed.rss Wed, 19 Jun 13 03:26:02 +0000 GM Corporation Discussions on Classic Car Forum en-CA http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/163279/33-chevy-5-window-coupe Mon, 10 Jun 2013 06:56:36 +0000 Thedirt420gmailcom 163279@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162713/1934-buick-60-series-club-sedan-manifold Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:15:41 +0000 bones1931 162713@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162572/1959-cadillac-sedan-deville-sell-price Sat, 09 Mar 2013 00:49:06 +0000 noahs97gmailcom 162572@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162569/1936-chevy-coupe-history Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:18:25 +0000 Nick06hotmailcom 162569@/forum/discussions
Any help will be nice, Thank You, Nick Hansen]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162568/buick Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:15:01 +0000 Nick06hotmailcom 162568@/forum/discussions
Thank you, Nick Hansen]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162534/75-cadillac-fleetwood-brougham-i039m-new-at-this Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:20:50 +0000 JMac 162534@/forum/discussions It was meticulously taken care of and it really shows. It has 109,000 miles on it, is nearly fully optioned out and runs like new.
And the cost of all this magnifance to me? $750...
Even though i am young, i will not "pimp my ride" this car like everyone else would. I'm am trying to keep it as bone stock as possible to keep its value up. This may not yet be a complete classic but i think it will be in the near future.
Occassionally i will be posting questions i may have. Today i'll start with one
It has the original 8-track/ AM FM radio. I would like to keep that for originality, but i know some guys that restore cars will add a second radio for daily driving purposes that has an aux in and other things. I would like to know how this is easily done?]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162535/caburetor-1954-chevy-belair Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:51:16 +0000 J Spencer 162535@/forum/discussions
Please contact me by pm or email me at JSjimreen@frontiernet.net. (drop the JS @ beginning of Email)

Thank you

Jim Spencer

PROBLEM SOLVED, LOCATED ONE. ]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162454/1940-chevrolet-convertible-puzzler- Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:45:57 +0000 James_B 162454@/forum/discussions
Everyone knows that the 1940 Chevrolet was a one year only car. But, people also know that convertible models had reinforced frames but void of an X brace as with other cars of that era.

In 1940, they put under the Cabriolet (convertible) the craziest of chassis designs and wonder why? It was a one year, one car only chassis and made no sense by design, which was waaay overbuilt Kind of a H / KV / X design with a large square steel place on the under side only covering the various legs-brace junction.

GM had available to them any number of standard X brace designs and they even used it on the following 1941 model year Chevy Convertible.

So, was there a reason for this oddity? Was is experimental or some test? It is not mentioned in brochures nor shop manuals. Never shown in detail anywhere except for one shim chart I saw which was in a bulletin. Outside of that it remains a mystery and almost like they were hiding it's existence for some reason. :-/ :-?

Does anyone dare to answer this? If you need visual examples I can post. Thanks!

Jim
]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162455/1961-oldsmobile-and-pontiac-chassis-question Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:54:52 +0000 James_B 162455@/forum/discussions
But when GM decided to start ditching this design for a more conventional perimeter box frame in 1961 starting with Oldsmobile and Pontiac, there was little fanfare or even advertising within ads or brochures about this new frame. In fact, I only saw a 1/8 page size section in the 1961 Oldsmobile brochure and that is about it.

If this new “Box Strength Guard-Beam Frame” was so revolutionary and superior to the X style, why wasn’t it advertised more? Brochures had a habit of showing frames regularly up to this point and even beyond like when Cadillac itself dropped it in 1965. But when first introduced it was a different story apparently?

Ideas? Comments? Suggestions?

Thanks!

Jim ]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162438/sae-paper-needed Sat, 16 Feb 2013 19:27:15 +0000 James_B 162438@/forum/discussions
I am in need of a paper # 580014 from SAE Transactions Volume 66 from 1958 that contains the information on the development of the 1957 GM (Cadillac) chassis.

Any help with sharing this is greatly appreciated!

Can send a scan copy to me and send a PM if you like.

Jim
]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/162242/gus-grissom-corvette-roadster Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:47:15 +0000 paulfrasercollect 162242@/forum/discussions
Gus Grissom's Corvette Roadster, a brass hat example, was sold at Scottsdale over the weekend, here is my article covering the results:

http://www.paulfrasercollectibles.com/News/Gus-Grissom's-Corvette-Roadster-rockets-to-$86,000-at-Scottsdale/12947.page

Feedback very much welcome.

Thanks

Joe ]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160945/1959-buick-invicta Tue, 31 Jul 2012 21:37:12 +0000 s10pos86yahoocom 160945@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/161574/approximate-value-of-rusted-1974-chevy-nova Mon, 22 Oct 2012 15:32:44 +0000 1974chevynova 161574@/forum/discussions
One-Sentence Executive Summary: Can you tell me the best resource to educate myself on classic car body values so I can get the most out of the rusted, not-running 1974 Chevy Nova I own?

I came into ownership of a really ill-maintained 1974 Chevy Nova. I am interested in selling it and I am having a difficult time getting an approximate market price I can use to guide my listing and negotiating. I tried using the forum search function here but an answer wasn't forthcoming. I've spent an hour googling around, and it seems that my car is worth less than $1,000, because there is some rust on the frame. Otherwise, the condition of the car: the body is in pretty good shape, the engine is mostly gone, all the glass is still on there, does not run, and it is very dirty.

I'll try to post pictures in the next few days. In the meantime, can someone please link me to a site or a forum post that goes through each determinant of value in a car like this, and generally explains the market for classic cars to a novice like me. I am looking to just get the most money out of this car as I can, for the time being. In the future, it is a small dream of mine to have a sweet-looking classic car.

Thank you. ]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/161545/1940-pontiac Wed, 17 Oct 2012 01:39:43 +0000 kitkat123 161545@/forum/discussions
My dad and I bought a 1940 Pontiac Arrow Deluxe yesterday (a Canadian model I believe, so hopefully my questions can still find answers here) and are hoping to restore it to its former glory. We would like to find the VIN plate, or whatever it was called back then, to discover more about the car, but alas, the one in the engine compartment had been removed long ago. Does anyone know if Pontiac would have placed another identification plate anywhere on the car? The body is in decent shape, but everything is really stiff, and we just got the doors open today, so we haven't really searched for another plate. Knowing where to start looking would be a great help. Thanks!]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/161478/1978-chevrolet-corvette-at-auction-on-govliquidation-com Tue, 02 Oct 2012 18:27:39 +0000 46HudsonPU 161478@/forum/discussions
http://www.govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=5702621

]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/161477/1931-cadillac-lasalle-roadster-convertible-coupe-auction-on-govliquidation-com Tue, 02 Oct 2012 18:13:50 +0000 46HudsonPU 161477@/forum/discussions
http://www.govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=5679503

Note: I have already posted this on the AACA forum...]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/161262/1965-chevy-impala-wagon-questions Tue, 11 Sep 2012 22:33:03 +0000 Jamison 161262@/forum/discussions I recently just bought a '65 Impala wagon. The car itself is in great condition as the guy I bought it from got it from Cali. This is the first old car I've had/ever worked on, so I have a lot to learn. I have a few questions for everyone;
1) It has been soda blasted, so I need to paint it. I'm planning on painting it myself with help from my dad, and I'm wondering if anybody has any tips for the process.
2) I still haven't decided what color(s) to paint it. I've looked all across the internet for pictures, but haven't found any that I'm completely satisfied with. I really want to go with a two tone: dark green on bottom with white on top. Has anyone seen one that stands out?
3) The guy in Cali, for some strange reason, painted all of the original interior black/gray. After spending some time trying to take the paint off, I decided that it would be too much work, so I want to get the seats reupholstered. The guy I know who does this kind of thing told me to look online for pre-made skins for them, but I haven't been able to find any for this model/year. Are there other cars with the same seats?
4) My dad and I saw a few cars at a show recently with electric fans for the radiator. Would that be worth doing? I need to replace the radiator anyway...]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/161299/parts-needed-for-76-cutlass Mon, 17 Sep 2012 14:23:42 +0000 dcjcherryyahoocom 161299@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/149257/1956-oldsmobile-98-master-cylinder Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:44:11 +0000 Joey Lights 149257@/forum/discussions Thank you in advance.
My first time being on here!
Any Help is greatly appriciated.
Joe]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160896/1969-buick-skylark-questions Tue, 24 Jul 2012 01:36:51 +0000 TheGuitarsonist 160896@/forum/discussions
My 69 Skylark Custom had its engine and tranny replaced several years ago. I've never dealt with a replaced engine... how do I find the engine make and serial? I know it's a Crate, but that's all I know. I know nothing about the tranny. Any advice? Thanks!

Attached some pics of the engine w/valve covers removed.

]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160934/1978-olds-delta-88-problem-with-engine-knock-fuel-coming-out-top-of-carb-when-turned-off Mon, 30 Jul 2012 17:12:55 +0000 zacharygoldencharternet 160934@/forum/discussions
Anyways, I am having a problem with engine knock when I turn off the car. It's like it tries to keep running and fuel comes out the top of the carb. Not sure what the problem is. I don't think this is related but I flushed the radiator last week and this problem came about afterward. The timing is factory spec, I checked all the vacuum lines and one was disconnected by the distributor cap. Replaced it and it ran better for a while, but didn't fix the problem. Then I adjusted the fuel/air mixture and it didn't help. I replaced the timing gear and chain a few months ago. I'm stumped. Part of why I'm so confused is it doesn't do it all the time? And something really weird happened today, I cut the engine off and it made the sound a diesel engine does when it starts up. Thanks in advance for your 2 cents!]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160902/79-olds-custom-cruiser-wagon Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:18:12 +0000 OLDAV8RGMAILCOM 160902@/forum/discussions
How about an 8-track?

Gordy]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160822/1939-la-salle-value Sat, 14 Jul 2012 11:04:38 +0000 surfdwngmailcom 160822@/forum/discussions
What is the ballpark that one of these cars would be worth? He said the owner wants to sell it as he has lost his storage. I assume in a restored state that this car would bring $20-$30K, but have no real knowledge of the market for these cars.

He also has a 1949 Lincoln convertible that another owner left. He wants too much money for it, however

David Nolen

]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160572/1968-impala-coupe-gsa-auction Sat, 02 Jun 2012 20:22:24 +0000 46HudsonPU 160572@/forum/discussions "BID DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $688.00"

Currently no bids, however there is a minimum bid of $3,438 USD (Reserve Not Met)

No pictures of the interior shown - but looks like a clean car from the outside. Indicates the car does not run (dirty carb (?)). Mileage is listed as: 41775

Stored and located in: Fairmont, WV, 26554

Auction Close Time: 06/14 12:20 PM CT

gsaauctions.gov/gsaauctions/aucdsclnk?sl=41QSCI12352003

]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160505/clock-needed-03966-electra-225 Thu, 24 May 2012 19:49:40 +0000 Park_W 160505@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160278/1979-olds-98-fan-does-not-work-on-high Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:25:29 +0000 heritageadam 160278@/forum/discussions
I have a 79 olds regency 98. The switch for the fan on the dash works on all the lower settings but does nothing on the high setting. How do I figure out where the problem is/fix it? Thanks. ]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160352/57-bel-air-hood-springs Sun, 06 May 2012 00:02:51 +0000 hughesnetworksgmailcom 160352@/forum/discussions
Thanks
Troy]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/160283/1979-oldsmobile-regency-98-slow-to-start-cause Tue, 24 Apr 2012 22:10:33 +0000 heritageadam 160283@/forum/discussions
]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/157566/found-underwater-is-it-a-chevrolet Sat, 18 Feb 2012 02:21:16 +0000 Mitsch 157566@/forum/discussions
in an austrian lake, we found a few years ago (amongst other "Wehrmacht"-cars) the remains of this sedan car and since then, we were discussing about the manufacturer of this car. After doing some research, I am now quite sure, it is a 1937 Chevrolet.

Can you approve this? What type of Chevrolet is it?

thanks and br from austria
Mitsch]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/159446/carburetor-re-jetting Wed, 21 Mar 2012 07:31:45 +0000 stepdown 159446@/forum/discussions The motor runs good but has a idea miss that I believ is caused by being to lean. I pulled the plugs and there running white in color.

My question Can these mono jet carbs can the jetting be change to richen the fuel mixture.]]>