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J518 12-26-2021 09:15 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Now for the malibu....
We have made slight progress with a new driveshaft loop and driveshaft.
https://i.postimg.cc/mr0ppQ9F/20211226-104102.jpg

We have completed the brakes and they are bled, working well. Next, was the interior where we have completed the carpet, seat mounting, and seat belts. The switch panel is just sitting in there and not the final destination.
https://i.postimg.cc/bJcL9qXx/20211225-154100.jpg

Lastly, We have finally received our block back and now can start assembling!!!
https://i.postimg.cc/C5tRbLXY/20211226-100344.jpg

Nick Heath 12-27-2021 12:10 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Love this build! Those boxy Malibus are one of my favorite body styles - they make great-looking race cars - and the clutch pedal always adds several points to the cool-meter.

Can't wait to see this one on the track!

doglover44 01-15-2022 09:21 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Hows it coming along ?

J518 01-23-2022 08:52 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Little by Little

Fuel line, pump, regulator mounted. Whats everyone use for a quick "tap" for fuel checks?

https://i.postimg.cc/C1c4NSky/20220122-105934.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/nzqXFkV3/20220122-111000.jpg

J518 01-23-2022 08:55 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Something we've been scratching our head on is the clutch linkage and finding the right headers. We end up just buying a set and rerouting the #5 hole to give us clearance. Here is the before pics.
https://i.postimg.cc/hGdjsrmK/20220122-111947.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/J4FMFXM0/20220122-112156.jpg

J518 01-23-2022 08:57 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
And the after...
https://i.postimg.cc/vBXdtg0Q/20220122-151211.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/FzRXWr60/20220122-151520.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/05Ws6S6n/20220122-152816.jpg

J518 01-23-2022 09:03 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Update on the rest.
We did get our crank balanced. We also bought a set of Total Seal rings $$$$
Intake acid dipped and painted.
Waiting for bearings to start assembling.
We cleaned up and painted the instrument cluster and bezel around it.
Settled on the switch panel location so we started wiring. So far I am really happy with how the wiring is going and the routing to the glove box.
Tach mounted.
Fuel pressure gauge mounted.
Clutch and flywheel arrived.
Should really see some movement now if we can start assembling the short block!
https://i.postimg.cc/J4SCxW5B/20220122-153605.jpg

Rory McNeil 01-23-2022 10:06 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Maybe I am just used to the old Holley fuel pressure regulators, but that appears to be plumbed wrong. On my Holley reg, the higher pressure feed goes to the bottom, where you gauge is plumbed, and the side ports are reduced by the adjusting screw. Seems odd that you couldn`t find headers to work with the factory clutch linkage, as I have seen several stick G body GMs with a 4 speed and headers, but at least you could make those work.

mham72 01-24-2022 10:11 AM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Must retain the unaltered stock manifold, consistent with year
and engine horsepower claimed. Grinding, sandblasting, or any
other modification
inside manifold prohibited. Runners and plenum must retain
OEM appearance. :D

J518 01-24-2022 03:01 PM

Re: 79 Malibu- Stocker-Stick Shift
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by mham72 (Post 656131)
Must retain the unaltered stock manifold, consistent with year
and engine horsepower claimed. Grinding, sandblasting, or any
other modification
inside manifold prohibited. Runners and plenum must retain
OEM appearance. :D

Of course! Just the best way to clean out the rust.....


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