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 Topic: 63 Catalina trans |
63catalina
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 Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Wed Nov 20, 2013 11:58 am Subject: 450 ci engine running |
| I got the 450 complete and installed. It is a beast. Now the transmission has given up. I ordered an upgraded stage 3 replacement from www.transmissioncenter.net rated for 1200 hp. I was looking at pa ... |
| Topic: 63 Catalina trans |
63catalina
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Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Tue Oct 22, 2013 8:34 pm Subject: Installed THM-375 (400 longtail) |
| It's been a while since the last post. I have since installed a turbo 400 trans. I used the adapter plate from Butler Performance to mount the starter with no problems, except needing an extra 1/4&quo ... |
| Topic: Slim Jim Leaking |
63catalina
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Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Thu Dec 11, 2008 2:28 pm Subject: Slim Jim Leaking |
| Full is not a gray area when it comes to the slim jim. If it is overfull, it will come out the vent on top of the case. |
| Topic: 63 rear axle |
63catalina
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Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2008 8:22 am Subject: 63 rear axle |
| Is this a GM55P ? There are few GM rear axles that are a drop-out design. I was looking at Randy's Ring and Pinion and all applications he had listed were Chevy. Does anyone have a Pontiac connection? |
| Topic: 63 Catalina trans |
63catalina
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Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2008 7:27 pm Subject: 63 Trans |
| I did not find his number. I am new to this site. |
| Topic: 63 Catalina trans |
63catalina
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Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2008 1:37 pm Subject: 63 trans |
| I adjusted the linkage this weekend and replaced motor mounts. It really improved the upshift perfomance and kickdown. However, I still have some difficulty with downshifting as I come to a stop. I ha ... |
| Topic: 63 Catalina trans |
63catalina
Replies: 14
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Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2008 1:35 pm Subject: 63 trans |
| I adjusted the linkage this weekend and replaced motor mounts. It really improved the upshift perfomance and kickdown. However, I still have some difficulty with downshifting as I come to a stop. I ha ... |
| Topic: What Is Your Favorite Production Pontiac & Why? |
63catalina
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Forum: Pontiac Technical News Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:34 pm Subject: What Is Your Favorite Production Pontiac & Why? |
I have owned a '73 Lemans Sport Coupe; a "77 Firebird w/350 chevy; a '76 Gran Prix; an '83 Firebird (2.8L/wife car); and now a '63 Catalina.
I love this car! But a '65 Bonneville, or a 2+2...? |
| Topic: 63 Catalina trans |
63catalina
Replies: 14
Views: 26840
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Forum: Full Size Pontiacs: 1955 - 1986 Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 5:58 pm Subject: 63 Catalina trans |
| I have the original 375 roto-hydramatic (slim-jim). It is hesitant to downshift as I come to a stop. Sometimes killing engine. Does anyone know if this is an incurable flaw with this model? I am consi ... |
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