Thank you for the reply. So am I to assume ( have a real problem with this word, we all know the saying ) that the power steering rack stays attached to the sub frame and can be left on it while dropping the trans ?

The FSM states that to drop the engine cradle you must disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the stub shaft yet Bill buttermores write up in the techinfo section does not mention this step. So the question is do I disconnect the steering shaft or can I leave it alone?

Hey guys I think my transmission is going and wanted some information for a swap.

I cannot afford a rebuilt so the plan is a used one.

I am trying to find a low mileage 4T65e with the M15 option(3.06) fir my 99 SLE and they seem to be few and far between.

If I do find one is there anything I ...

I know from personal experience that when I changed one of my hubs the brake shield was rubbing on the inside of the rotor. It made a horrible scraping noise when driven.

Glad to hear you got it to come off.
Sorry about the flood.

Brings to mine the old joke " I'll nod my head and you hit it"

Double check your radiator hoses while it is empty. Sucks to have to refill your cooling system twice in a month and it is getting warmer (hopefully).

The Jam nut is a regular thread (ie lefty loosey)...re insert the outerend into the Steering Knuckle (if you have undone it) and it should hold the tie rod in place. If not grasp the inner with some vise grips to hold it in place. You will not break the inner joint. It is a ball in socket type joint ...

SPECTRA PREMIUM Part #FG07P....$76.79

ACDELCO Part # 25180048...$364.79

Both at Rock Auto


I have been using the Spectra for 2 years now with now problems.

Techinfo is your friend...

http://www.pontiacbonnevilleclub.com/fo ... f=53&t=159

it could be one of two things...

1. The shaft of the antenna needs to be lubed. If I remember right most use a graphite lubrication.


2. The band that connects the shaft to the motor has either broken or slipped of the track. If it is broken you will need to buy a replacement shaft. It is a good ...

I got mine at the Pontiac dealership near me...79.00 and no real wait(1 day for them to receive them. The set they had in stock was missing an end rail gasket. Make sure you have all the parts before you leave)

Jim W wrote:No G8 pics?!

LOL!

Looks like a great time so far!

Here ya go Jim



I am envious of the room in front of the engine to work in. It looks like someone forgot to put in a couple of cylinders at the factory.

Check here for some pics from Saturday.


http://www.pontiacbonnevilleclub.com/fo ... 32&t=12975

Well, I'll get it started and others can add in..l.

Saturday at Kensington was perfect.

80 degrees and no bugs. The Sun was out and shining.

About 15 cars showed up:

http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll41/irkwerks2/MImeet2009/P1000893.jpg

Ryan (Crash93ssei) did most of the cooking but ...

And So it Begins....

Count me in for Pop/Soda and chips...


(Faygo Red Pop for the out of towners)

I replaced mine not too long ago.

Open the door and remove the plastic cover around the filler pipe(4 screws if I remember right).

Using a short boxed end wrench you can remove the two nuts holding the door on.

Use lots of PB Blaster on these first and let it soak in. The bolts will snap rather ...

You can order one for $9.00 from autozone. It may take a couple of days to get.
I do believe that some members use a small amount of JB Weld to hold them in place.

Gonna be at Kensington(with the Wife and possibly the son), but don't think I'll be making the trip to the Great White North.

mine was about 3" long (torx bit )... Might want to check out your ball joints while your there....$50.00 more and all the disassembley is already done.