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Chevrolet introduced the 1970 Monte Carlo as an answer to the restyled 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix, and to compete with the Ford Thunderbird. Both cars were based on the mid-size GM A-Body platform, and rode on the same 116 inch wheelbase as the four-door Chevelle and the El Camino. The 1970 Monte Carlo was only available as a two-door coupe, and it holds the distinction of having the longest hood ever installed on a Chevrolet! It was billed as a "personal luxury" car, or a "gentleman's performance" car.
The standard engine was a 250 HP 2-barrel version of the ubiquitous small block 350 CID V8. It could be ordered with a 300 HP 4-barrel 350 small block, a 265 HP 2-barrel 400 CID small block V8, or a 330 HP 4-barrel 402 big block V8 that Chevrolet for some reason marketed as a 400. There was also a Monte Carlo SS version available that came with a 360 HP version of Chevrolet's brand new big block 454 V8 engine with a stiffer suspension, front disc brakes, and some discreet badging. The SS-454 was a lively performer, with a zero to sixty time of 7.5 seconds. There were reportedly ten cars that year special ordered with the 450HP LS-6 454 engine. The small block equipped cars generally came with the Turbo-Hydramatic 350 transmission, while the big block cars typically had the heavier-duty Turbo-Hydramatic 400.
The base 1970 Monte Carlo weighed in at 3460 lbs, about 200 lbs. more than a comparably-equipped 2-door Chevelle with the shorter 112-inch wheelbase. Many Monte Carlos however, were equipped with more luxury options than the typical Chevelle, such as air conditioning (yes, in 1970, air conditioning was considered a luxury option, unlike today!), power windows, and other items that increased the vehicle weight. Fender skirts were also a popular option.
There were somewhere between 130,000 and 146,000 Monte Carlos produced in 1970, depending on what resource you reference. Only 3,823 of those had the SS-454 package, and those cars are highly sought after today by enthusiasts. The early cars (1970-1972) have an active following, with several clubs and online forums dedicated to them. Since it shared the same platform as the Chevelle, many aftermarket high-performance parts that were designed for the Chevelle will fit the Monte Carlo. Even though it was marketed primarily on the basis of luxury, it became a popular model for stock car racing. Several big names in NASCAR drove Monte Carlos, such as Bobby Allison and Neil Bonnett.
The 1970 Monte Carlo succeeded very well in its original purpose: to compete with the Pontiac Grand Prix and the Ford Thunderbird. There were more 1970 Monte Carlos sold than the Pontiac Grand Prix and the Ford Thunderbird combined! The sculpted body, long front fenders and slight "Coke Bottle" shape made it a muscular-looking, classy car, and to me it is much better looking than the Chevelle. It is one of my favorite body styles; I just wish they had made a 9/10 size version of the car!
Keith Farren is an ASE Certified Master Technician with a BS in Business Administration, an Associate degree in Automotive Technology, and over twenty years experience in the automotive industry. He also operates two websites dedicated to classic cars, Classic Car Financing and Loans and Classic Car Prices Today.
Pontiac Grand Prix Check Engine Light - Help: Pontiac Grand Prix Check Engine Light Is On
What should I do if my Pontiac Grand Prix Check Engine Light is on? Sometimes, an illuminated check engine light will represent a minor problem, but often it means your Pontiac Grand Prix will need expensive repairs. Read this article to learn what you should do if your Pontiac Grand Prix Check Engine Light turns on.
Your first defense against high repair costs is to get an extended warranty for your Pontiac Grand Prix. If the check engine light being on does represent a significant problem with your vehicle's transmission, brakes, engine or electrical system, it could cost thousands to repair your Pontiac Grand Prix. An extended warranty will protect you from these high repair costs. Right now, you can get a free quote on an extended warranty for your Pontiac Grand Prix - so click on the link below and request a free, no obligation quote today:
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How to put points in a 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix?
Can anyone tell me how to put points in a 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix??I have done everything except this and car still not running like it should.
Anyone know how to switch to electronic ignition instead of all this with the points etc??
you buy your new points and condensor,( if you have not done so, also replace the cap, wires and rotor)
Remove the cap, and rotor.
Look in the distributor, identify the parts you are replacing, and where the wires fasten together.
unhook the wire,take out the two phillips screws, that hold the points, and one screw that holds the condenser (be very careful not to drop one of the screws down in the dist , )
install your new points and condenser.
Insert the condensor wire and the wire from the ignition on the screw( make certain the wires are all the way inserted behind the screw, if they aren't the car will not start) tighten the screw.
There are two- three ways you can set the dwell on this distributor
If you do not have a dwell meter:
bump the start until the points are fully open, set the gap at 34 thousands with a flat feeler gauge, by turning the allen screw on the front of the point set...
If you have a dwell meter:
Replace the cap and rotor,
Hook up the dwell meter to the coil
start the car
insert the allen wrench through the window in the cap
turn the screw until the DM reads 31-34
In a pinch.. you can use the last method, without the dwell meter, and turn the screw "until it runs right" which when you check it later, will be 31-34.....
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