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I'm removing the vinyl top and taking the first steps to a new paint job.
So far I know there is only a small amount or rust
where the quarters are welded near the rear window.
I'd like to see...

i swapped out my couch i mean bench seat,
for killer BMW seats. i had a 1988 735i, before i junked it i pulled the seats.
they fit like the were made for my 69 skylark. they just settled in to...

69 skylark, 350/350th.
just put an Auburn posi and a Richmond 3.90.

it's great for the track but with the th350 it turns
3000rpm@60mph, 4000rpm@80mph, you get the idea.

i drive it a lot in...

what is the weight of a 69 skylark from the factory?

Thanks!

why does my 69 skylark sit higher on one side than the other?

i let all the air out of the bags and the shocks.

just put a posi in.

installing my posi. diff. and new ring and pinon. (8.2x3.90 BOP)
got a problem with the pinion bearing size,
3 people tell me it calls for a certain bearing that the OD dia. is 3.00"
the one i...

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the pinion is wear patern and side shims are for backlash.
how the heck do you measure 300ft lbs.
is that what my IR 1/2" impact gun is good for?

after all is set, then pull out the...

thanks- too late on the Eaton, got the Auburn coming from Jeg's

A-i've read when setting the pinion depth use the old shim pack it is a good starting point. or do i need to measure off the center...

taking out that 2.73 and putting in a Auburn posi with 3.90 gear.

how do you do that?

any links or first hand info is appricated.

thanks-
where can i find parts?

Looking to put a posi rear in my 69 Skylark.
I know nothing about gears ratios.
where can i find some parts and info?

just rebuilt my 350 and did not check to see how the dip stick was installed.

when i insert the tube in to the block (that i can;t see because the headers are in the way) it's very loose, there...

I'm trying to figure out the conecting rod order.
I thought the engine was junk when I disasembled it, so I didn't # the RODS.
I was able to save the block.
The machine shop pressed the wrist...

it started with changing the water pump, to finding corrosion in the timing cover and it needing to be replaced. thats when i noticed the main crank slide in, What? i grabed the front pully and slid...

thanks for your input.
i did the job last week and it went real easy. i only pulled the fender well and was able to do a nice paint job while i had it out, now i'll do the other side. the housing...

How do you replace the blower motor 69 w A/C.

I have an assyembly manual, but I guess I need to find a repair manual.
Any leads?

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the whole system is out of the car, it did work but not to cold when i removed it.

i'm not sure if i need to replace any parts when switching to R134.

will other A-body parts fit?

what...

I cracked and broke the housing removing the heads a while ago.
I was thinking i could fiberglass up the one i have but that sounds messy.
I'd like to just buy another. What other model cars will...

Just put in a Hotchkis Ft swaybar.
WOW what a diference, tight, way more solid feel and sound.
Now it goes where you point it.
Looking foward to doing the rear.

Thanks for putting me in the...

thanks that super helpful.
the car is fairly tight already with decent KYB shocks.
maybe i'll just start with the FT swaybar and build on it.
it will be interesting feeling the difference with...

going to take the plunge and install Hotchkis sway bars and springs, FT and REAR. last time i replaced the Ft shocks it was a bit of a battle, lack of a lift and a good compressor.

What type of...

thanks for the safty tip, i'm going to continue to need both my hands.

John thanks for the info.

i'm not able to use a cherry picker or block and tackle.

if i use a wood block and floor jack it up by the damper.
is that going to be alright?

Leaky oil pan gasket.

69 350 skylark

can i replace the gasket with the motor in the car? will i be able to remove the pan?

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the cap i have on it now came in a package of two. they are made of rubber. the first one i installed ripped after a few days where the hose clamp secures it.
it may have been over tightened but...