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Forum: Pacific Region
10-02-2021, 06:32 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey bro! Yeah sweet I don’t have Facebook myself but my partner does I only have Facebook messenger I’ll get my partner to doing the group. Cheers bro
Forum: Pacific Region
10-02-2021, 06:04 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey guys I’m back! Sorry Geoff an Gabe haven’t been in contact for a long time not having Facebook hasn’t helped ,the old Pontiac has been on the back burner for while I still have it brought a...
Forum: Pacific Region
08-24-2016, 04:04 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

That crossmember/ torque arm for your manual gearbox box Gabe I got one through chucks resto supplies in Auckland they got it from the states it's a BMR brand my one suits t5 manual an the 700r4 it's...
Forum: Pacific Region
08-24-2016, 03:57 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey all how is everyone's cars going? Welcome to the new members good to see more people joining! Sorry Geoff didn't get your PM through Facebook as I don't have Facebook account anymore, progress on...
Forum: Pacific Region
06-08-2016, 04:06 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Awesome bro get what's the price on those springs looking at getting some newer stiffer ones for mine wanna take out some of the body roll it has when cornering as it's rubbing on my rear tyres lol
Forum: Pacific Region
06-07-2016, 03:52 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Progress looks good gabe, was gonna ask you did you end up selling your vette or you do you still have it?
Forum: Pacific Region
06-07-2016, 03:51 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey all just checking in lol haven't been on here for a while, welcome jackl-nz I'll be taking my Pontiac to the caffeine an classics soon if there's one this month I'll be there!! ...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-07-2015, 12:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 766
Posted By natdowson

Re: Help or tips on changing wheel studs to ARP!!

Sweet thanks guys really appreciate the help I'll try get stuck into it in a couple weeks I'll post up how I go with it cheers.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-06-2015, 02:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 766
Posted By natdowson

Help or tips on changing wheel studs to ARP!!

Hey guys/gals I'm needing to swap my rear wheel studs on my 83 Pontiac firebird it has drum rear brakes one stud has snapped off so I'm going to replace them with ARP but I wanted to know whether I...
Forum: Pacific Region
05-08-2015, 01:58 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey Geoff how's your camaro ?
Thanks for sharing the tyre profile specs with us Gw didn't even know which is good to know now though because dad was looking to get some new 295 50 15 bf Goodrich...
Forum: Pacific Region
04-11-2015, 12:59 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

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Forum: Pacific Region
04-11-2015, 12:52 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Well got the near new carb be lucky if it's done 100km paid $350for it quick fuel 750cfm double pumper vac sec so it's bolted on now just need to hook up fuel lines getting close now!...
Forum: Pacific Region
04-04-2015, 02:06 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey Geoff yeah been really busy with work an stuff so update on the firebird well carb was leaking like I said so rebuilt it actually just fitted it to the car today was going to take it to a funeral...
Forum: Pacific Region
02-16-2015, 01:55 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey Geoff I'm gutted haven't got the exhaust fixed so no warrant and still got to fix leaking fuel on carb! Had no time cause bloody water pump has gone my ute so have had to fix that! problem with...
Forum: Pacific Region
02-09-2015, 02:48 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey guys yeah I'm 19 and I feel old and all I do is work so busy at work at the moment! I feel tired hate to think what I'm gonna be like when I'm in my 40s , I just want to say that it's nice to...
Forum: Pacific Region
01-30-2015, 12:57 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Go t56 bro can't beat a v8 manual!
Forum: Pacific Region
01-28-2015, 01:57 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey CD, sounds like a nice engine you've built up there what trans are you running behind it ? just the factory 700r4 or something a bit more tougher? just curious
Forum: Pacific Region
01-22-2015, 01:42 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Yeah mate I'd be keen for a third gen meet & welcome Gabe good to have another kiwi join us on this forum and just like Geoff was saying I too have learnt heaps of info. Suppose I should've...
Forum: Pacific Region
01-21-2015, 12:09 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

True that'd be a good idea aye might be able to cruise down with him cause I think he doesn't live far from Auckland be cool to have a few third gens out cruising!��
Forum: Pacific Region
01-20-2015, 11:31 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Sweet as mate I'll let you know if I get this exhaust sorted by then if I do I'll cruise down to hamilton
Forum: Pacific Region
01-20-2015, 11:16 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Not to sure mate are you only coming as far as Hamilton? Cause if you're coming up further north your more than welcome to call round cause I'm about 80 km North of Auckland I've just gotta sort this...
Forum: Pacific Region
01-20-2015, 09:35 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Good news finally have my Pontiac back an running like a dream after nearly a year! The problem with the trams was a cracked case as the upper valve body is actually part of the case so was a hidden...
Forum: Engine Swap
01-06-2015, 01:16 AM
Replies: 389
Views: 33,978
Posted By natdowson

Re: Can you check my vortec swap list and cam advice please

The snag is, the machining on the heads and block is too coarse to use shim gasket.
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What a shame you don't live up closer to me mate cause I work in an engineering shop we...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
12-08-2014, 12:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 521
Posted By natdowson

Re: 700r4 shift problem

Hey mate I've had the same problem although the trans in my car has just given up all forward gears its at the trans repair shop the mechanic says it probably might be the governor?
Forum: Pacific Region
12-06-2014, 09:53 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

You can get them between $3000- $4500 depending on what gear ratio set up you want they have these boxes in later model holden commodores so are relatively easy to find it is possible to get them a...
Forum: Pacific Region
12-06-2014, 09:17 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey Geoff, nope the transmission shop has still got the car and box as I thought it would be best for them to fit the trans properly just in case I had fitted something wrong. I rang the guy the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-30-2014, 10:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 552
Posted By natdowson

Re: Need help 700r4 no forward drive?

Don't think so the mechanic has checked all that said its all sweet, but thanks anyway.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-30-2014, 03:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 552
Posted By natdowson

Need help 700r4 no forward drive?

Hey guys/gals,
I need some help with my 700r4 its just been rebuilt by a reputable transmission repair shop with all new strengthened internals, sonnax and TCI parts new clutches. I have fitted this...
Forum: Pacific Region
11-26-2014, 08:50 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey Geoff,
Thought i'd just let you know that I have decided to keep the stock converter after talking to some of the guys on the forum. And I have an update on my transmission its been pulled out...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-22-2014, 02:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 428
Posted By natdowson

Re: 700 r4 torque converter.

Ok thanks for that will keep what I have currently running in the car. Just wasn't sure whether to change it out as I don't really know anything about torque converters.
Cheers Nat.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
11-21-2014, 11:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 428
Posted By natdowson

700 r4 torque converter.

Hey guys,
I was wondering if anyone could give me some pointers on what torque converter I should run in my firebird? Its got a 350 chev, 305 heads an I think that the cam is stock I would like to...
Forum: Pacific Region
11-21-2014, 03:05 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Thanks man I'll let you know how I get on with the trans. Hopefully I'll have it finished before Christmas.
Cheers Nat.
Forum: Pacific Region
11-21-2014, 02:21 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey Geoff,
I think its running a stock camshaft but not too sure as it does have a bit of get up an go. The trans is still under warranty but there now telling me that I should have put a new...
Forum: Pacific Region
11-21-2014, 12:49 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey guys how are all you guys getting on with your cars?
Well I've just had to take mine back to the transmission shop to fix it pretty gutting after I removed and fitted a newly rebuilt trans had...
Forum: Pacific Region
11-03-2014, 01:04 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

I have quite a pile of stuff sitting in the dining room. My wife goes off about it all there but I tell her I like looking at it lol:nod:

Mate I have the same problem of boxes of parts sitting...
Forum: Pacific Region
11-03-2014, 12:56 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey man,
Nice car! wish my engine bay was that clean! LOL
what mags are you running on it?
Forum: Members Firebirds
11-01-2014, 06:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,122
Posted By natdowson

Re: picked up a 15th anv. Trans Am yesterday!

Mate such a rarity now I've seen only two down hear in NZ congrats man on your purchase!
Forum: Pacific Region
11-01-2014, 06:08 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey mate,
Just got the firebird running sweet as had the 650 holley rebuilt new plugs, leads and had the timing done,an a new 120gph holley fuel pump the car wants to get up and go now! Although...
Forum: History / Originality
10-01-2014, 12:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,134
Posted By natdowson

Re: 83 firebird 500 le

Hey nhra-trans-am nice car what number of the 500 is yours?
Thanks Nat.
Forum: History / Originality
10-01-2014, 12:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,134
Posted By natdowson

Re: 83 firebird 500 le

Hey John hadn't ever heard of Jan and Dean "409" before, but just googled it and I reckon that it will be the new tune to play in the old girl, it just fits in perfect. Thanks for introducing me to...
Forum: Pacific Region
09-26-2014, 08:14 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hiya nah the exhaust manifolds are 350, 305 an 350 manifolds are interchangeable. Soon I will be fitting flowtech blockhugger headers which I purchased from Sylvester v8 performance in Christchurch....
Forum: Cooling
09-26-2014, 06:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 20,143
Posted By natdowson

Re: Where to put External Tranny Cooler

Heres a pic of where I have mounted the cooler.
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The cooler is mounted just behind the grill opening, this position works well if you have open grills, in the pic you can see the light...
Forum: History / Originality
09-26-2014, 06:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,134
Posted By natdowson

Re: 83 firebird 500 le

Hi finally got you guys some pictures to have a look at.
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So I have included a pic of the unusual boot spoiler, and one of the dash plaque that tells what number of the...
Forum: Pacific Region
09-26-2014, 05:59 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 19,997
Posted By natdowson

Re: Calling all KIWI'S

Hey guys heres some pics of my 84 500le firebird.
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Forum: Members Firebirds
09-26-2014, 05:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,752
Posted By natdowson

Re: 1983 Daytona 500 in New Zealand

Ok thanks first i"ve heard of that service, so will give it a try.
Thanks Nat.
Forum: Cooling
09-25-2014, 03:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 20,143
Posted By natdowson

Re: Where to put External Tranny Cooler

I have found the best place to mount the external trans cooler just behind the front left or right grill opening if you have open grills it receives the coolest air directly to it and all you have to...
Forum: Members Camaros
09-25-2014, 03:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,294
Posted By natdowson

Re: Air dam

Hey man
like your idea of the air dam i"ve noticed that my engine bay gets quite hot as there is just not enough air flow getting in there so this idea of yours I think I will do this mod as it is...
Forum: History / Originality
09-25-2014, 02:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,500
Posted By natdowson

Re: Another 3rd Gen bites the dust

How gutting hearing this makes me want to cry they are getting so rare now! we cant afford to lose any more! I think we should start up a muscle car manufacture plant under GM make a come back for...
Forum: Members Firebirds
09-25-2014, 02:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,752
Posted By natdowson

Re: 1983 Daytona 500 in New Zealand

Hey Andy,
Nice car thought I would bring to your attention if you are finding parts hard to come by chucksnz.co.nz will be able to help you I have tried to bring in parts from the states but the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-25-2014, 02:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 994
Posted By natdowson

Re: torque arm????

Hi guys,
The torque arm reduces wheel hop caused when cornering, also I recommend replacing the trans crossmember with a torque arm relocation crossmember, reason being under hard take offs the...
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