Pontiac Forum Discussions on Classic Car Forum

Nice to see so many Pontiac people here!

Pontiac_Hunter — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 07:00:09 +0000

New to the site and very excited to see I'm not the only Pontiac nut here!

1964 Pontiac Star chief fuel pump problems

5636randy — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 20:59:04 +0000

I recently acquired a 64 pontiac starchief. I am having fuel supply problems. I put on a new fuel pump that ran for 1/2 hour in the garage and only two blocks down the road. There is a canister mounted on the front of the engine block resembling a filter on it has a line in from the fuel pump, a line out to the carb and a return line to the tank. After two new fuel pumps I never could get fuel to pump through this can. I can blow through it as easy as a straw. Hence, I bypassed it! Is this the cause of going through fuel pumps? I have been told that this is for releasing too much pressure on the pump back to the tank. The last pump worked fine for about 5 miles untill I stepped on it a bit then out it went. I am thinking that the pressure is blowing the pump? If I have to have this canister where can i obtain a new one, and obstruction isn't a problem with the old one anyway, just doesn't want to pump through it. It will fill it but no further? Any help would be much appreciated!

One other matter, I drove this car about 30-35 mph and the rear end vibrates like the wheels are about to fall off! Id this a rear end problem, maybe just needing greased? The car sat for 23 years before I obtained it. I have changed the rear tires, no help! Thank You!

Pontiac horn button question

PontiacMan — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:50:16 +0000

What Pontiac year and model does this horn button belong to? See attached photo.

1936 Pontiac thermostat

Chuck G — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 01:31:25 +0000

Anyone know of a modern thermostat to fit a 1936 Pontiac 6 Cyl. ?

1960 Pontiac Catalina

mcplasma44 — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 02:30:31 +0000

I have a 1960 Pontiac Catalina 389 2 barrel. It has the Hydra Matic transmission and it just went out on me. I was wondering if anybody knew of a good rebuild shop or somewhere that I would be able to get a rebuilt trans.

1966 Gto

hotrod77 — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 03:31:31 +0000

Im interrsted in locating a 66 gto 389 tri-power 4 speed ht or ragtop . close to north carolina . thanks

68-72 power buckets

gary750 — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:00:10 +0000

I have a set of 68-72 gto power seats. seats are brown and tan, complete and drivers seat is factory power passenger seat is not. seats are in good shape but should be re-covered. I am looking to trade for a set of 71 medium blue seats complete and need re-covered. Do not have to be power, would actualy prefer non power. Would possibly sell, have seen these seats (power) on ebay for 800.00 and they looked rough. Not looking for money just blue seats any way I can. If interested please e-mail me g750r@yahoo.com

1969 Pontiac differential

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 03:59:29 +0000

Hey: I have a 69 Grand Prix and it has the silly option on an 'economy rear end' which means 2.7-1 approx and no posi. I want to swap in a 4.11-1 posi. Any idea's on what other cars would make a good donation for me. It is an 8.2 pontiac but can I replace it with a Chev unit or anything newer that I would find in a local scrap yard. Anyone know of 'rear end' bone yard? Any information would be appreciated. take care, Walter

Looking for Lemans cowl induction hood

custom1 — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:09:34 +0000

Does anybody out there know where I can find aftermarket cowl induction hoods for a 1972 luxury lemans. Also im looking for a 1972 gto front bumper cant seem to find them anywhere :confused:

92 350 Is it worth it

Charlie — Tue, 26 May 2009 00:52:29 +0000

I have a 92 Firebird Formula in great shape that I have had since new. Is it worth working with the 5.7 TPI or should I scrap it? I had thought maybe heads, headers new intake cam and larger injectors. Im not looking for ground shaking HP, just a great ride.

Power window wire routing in '64 Lemans

ArJay_Hayes — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:27:04 +0000

Hi All,

I'm adding power windows to my '64 LeMans Convertible and have run into a minor issue. I ordered the door jamb power window wiring boots from Ames (Steele Rubber), but I can't seem to find any pictures/diagrams detailing exactly where these go.

I just want to be sure before I start drilling holes.

Can anyone help me out?

Thanks!

need rearend for 66 bonneville

kkingvette — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:13:38 +0000

looking for a rear end for a 1966 pontiac bonneville, i basically destroyed mine and havent had any luck with finding one, if anybody has one for sale or knows where i can purchase one please let me know! thanks

1947 pontiac variations

drhudson — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 22:00:20 +0000

Hi. My name is Robet Blake, from the NYC area. I have had four 1947 Pontiac convertibles through the years. One had a metric speedometer/odometer and likely came from Canada originally.

My current 47 ragtop has ROUND dash guages, not rectangular like all the other 47 convertibles (and sedans) I have owned. Was this a very early 47 and used 40-41-46 dash cluster?

You can email me direct at and I can email a photo of my guage cluster.

Thanks to all for the help. Robert Blake

82 v6 231

29 Essex rs — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 02:33:21 +0000

Has anyone setup, a 500cfm carb Eldebrock, looking for sizing of jets and metering rods on this engine:)

Thanks Peter

53 turn signal cam

PontiacPA — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 21:33:56 +0000

I just removed the steering wheel on our 53 Chieftain and discovered that the turn signal cam is broken. I have looked at CPR web site and catalog for a replacement but do not see that they have one.

I quick scanned Ebay also but did not find one.

Anytone have any ideas on where to get one?

Thanks,

Tom

67 GTO Tri Power Unit- Value?

nhp1127 — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 20:33:46 +0000

A buddy of mine has a 67 GTO tri- power unit. Complete w carbs and linkage. How much are these going for?

Marvel Carburetors

Illinichip — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 20:23:31 +0000

I have a Marvel Carburetor throttle shaft and lever assembly that belongs either to a 1929 Oakland or 1929 Pontiac. From drawings, they look the same, but since the part numbers are different (i.e. 12-602 for Oakland and 12-617 for Pontiac), there must be some dimensional difference. Attached is a photo of the part. Are there any carburetor experts who can tell me which car this belongs to? The shaft is Â¼â€ in diameter and measures 2 7/8â€ long from the inside of the lever to the end of the shaft (3 9/16â€™â€™ overall length of shaft). Slot for the throttle valve measures 1 11/16â€.

Thanks,

Illinichip

55 Pontiac 287 Crankflange question

d2_willys — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 19:24:10 +0000

Curious if 55 Pontiac 287 crank flange is anywhere close to Buick V6 flange as far as bolt hole pattern and inside flange diameter? Anybody??:confused:

9.3 information

ricebasher302 — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 17:18:54 +0000

Hey guys. I just wanted to pass along this heads-up. Fabcraft Metalworks, manufacturer of gears and components for the '57-'64 Pont/Olds 9.3 rearend, is preparing to release a booklet with all identification info on these rearends. It explains year-to-year changes, casting numbers, date codes, interchangability, Safe-T-Track differentials, gear ratios, paint codes, etc. It should go on sale within a couple of months. It is well written and very helpful and answers all of those nagging questions.

Firebird Power Steering

Gen1brd — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 15:00:31 +0000

I have a 67 bird that sat in a junk yard for years. I want to rebuild the power steering gearbox and convert to the fast ratio steering. Anyone know where I can get the parts? I have found loads of places that will do the work for me, but I prefer to do it myself.

Thanks

Bench seat question

gary750 — Wed, 07 May 2008 02:39:11 +0000

Need a medium blue front and rear bench seat for 71 T-37. Have set of buckets, console, shifter, (all stock) for trade. Or does anyone know where to get new seat covers for stock bench seats? If anyone can help please e-mail me g750r@yahoo.com

63 Grand Prix Vaccum lines

jeflin — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:50:05 +0000

Looking for some one who may have vacuum line diagrams or possibly some good pictures of their engine (389 w/4 barrel Carter), showing vacuum line connections/routing.

Water pump pulley needed

PontiacPA — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 03:22:04 +0000

I need to replace the pulley on our 53 flathead 6 53 pontiac.

Anyone have one?

Tom

I found one from another Pontiac owner

1960 Catalina Steering Column

Hoseman — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:59:08 +0000

Looking for a manual steering column 1959-60 catalina,ventura,bonneville,starchief. these columns do not have a rag joint, they are connected directly to the steering box. the car was a 4 spd car, but i can rework a column shift. Any help would greatly appreciated. Just got back from the pontiac nationals in norwalk. What a great show

Hello im new and need some help with a 1966 Star Chief

BADMONITO — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:44:51 +0000

I bought a 1966 Pontiac Star Chief Executive 4 door hardtop. Long story short I have to drive this car everyday due to a car accident on my other daily driver. Since i have to drive this car everyday until my main car is fixed i need heat. i live in Michgan and the winters here are not kind. They really suck. The ac/ heaterbox was missing from the car when i brought it so i have no clue of what it looks like. So i ordered a heater box assembly with condenser from www.EastWestAutoParts.com I get the heater box to my mechanic and he says the box is the wrong box so i call east west auto and they said they sent the correct box, so now im stuck with no heat :'( some one please help me identify the correct heater box. i have some pics here that ill post up, if anyone can guide me in the right direction i would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks

50 Pontiac Chieftain Floorboard Covering?

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 20:24:07 +0000

Anyone have any ideas where to buy molded rubber front floor covering for a 1950 Pontiac Chieftain (not just mats, but to cover the whole front floorboard?

Also, would ones from a 1950 Chevy fit?

Thanks!

Wanted - Dealer items - Manly Pontiac Abilene TX

WildWasp — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:24:48 +0000

Want to purchase two 1970 period correct Manly Pontiac dealer advertising license plate frames and one dealer advertising logo that was mounted at rear of car.

Only want MANLY PONTIAC ... Abilene, Texas items

What have you?

Email to 1234HOTHUDSONS@gmail.com ( remove the 1234 when emailing.

Thanks

1953 Pontiac Catalina

Ray — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 00:36:20 +0000

Cut and paste for details/description: tinyurl.com/3bqr7da I payed $9,000.-
and after was delivered I learned aout engine bearing knock, anyone interested in
good discount in buying car; send email to kada9528@cox.net

Thanks,

Ray

1965 and 1966 bonnevilles

josh_helton — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 05:33:15 +0000

1965 convertable 4 speed with tittle been in storage for around 5 years and i have a 66 bonne 2dr hardtop automatic they are both running cars all original and have probably two truck loads of parts to go with them if you are interested and have enough cash to reinberse me for my years of storage and all that please contact me 828 291 0251 ask for josh or email me at josh_helton@yahoo.com