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A: By “Schmiddy” Eric Schmidt slide the pump under the bolt head, A: By “abandg,” Gene Guarnere #506
#15093 then gently work the other bolt into I have many nice first-generation
I had the same issue two years ago. the block and tighten both slowly, fenders. I am outside of Philly —
Depending on the kit you are using, alternating bolts. if interested call 610-359-8901.
the thin metal plate is not necessari- Follow-up: By “Seafoam65,”
ly needed. It is more important is to Winston McCollum #13242, Q Bumper Replating & Shipping by
get a very clean surface to be able to General Mechanics Advisor “Kreed” Ken Reed #14549
glue your veneer. In my case, I made All GM engines with mechanical (ROA link, AACA Forum)
the whole veneer by myself (no kit) fuel pumps are designed so that I have a bumper that needs replat-
and made it like the original veneer. there is no spring tension on the ing. Any recommendations in the
So, I first cut the thin metal sheets pump when the engine is on top Midwest? What is the best way
and glued the wood first on them. dead center cylinder #1 on com- to ship and how to ship? Wooden
Then I glued the metal sheets on pression stroke, so you can rotate crate? Which shipper: UPS, FedEx
the cleaned parts with a very strong the crank with a wrench on the or local freight?
contact spray. If you’re interested in balancer bolt until the line on the
my way of doing, you can check it balancer is on zero with the ignition A: By “DualQuadDave”
out on my webpage or in my article rotor pointing towards No. 1 spark You can ship it FedEx. Just get a
that was published in the Mar./Apr. plug wire on the distributor cap. couple large pieces of cardboard
2017 issue of the Riview, as part of a and wrap it a couple times. Make
12-part series. Q Filter for Dual Quads by sure you insure it for crazy $$$.
Q First Generation Fuel Pump by “LefDemon452” (ROA link, AACA Forum) Just in case.
“emmd6” (ROA link, AACA Forum) Looking for an air filter for a dual
What is the best way to replace a quad air cleaner available from A: By “rivgs,” Kevin Kinney #996
fuel pump on the first generation? 1964-66? Keystone has a location in Ankeny.
They have done great work for me
A: By Jim Cannon #9774, A: By “Rivnut,” Ed Raner #279 including the bumpers on my Toro-
1963 Technical Advisor CARS LLC in New Jersey (908-369- nado — they still look great after 30
This is a very easy job. Do it from 3666) stocks them, Part AF646-4. years. If you know someone in the
under the car. Lift the front of the Summit Racing also has them listed auto repair trade, they used to (may
car up as much as you can to have as Hastings AF26. still do) offer a 25% discount if sent
room to work. If possible, get the through the repair shop.
fuel tank level down below 1/4 tank, Q 1965 License Lamp Lens by “Kdml,”
so that fuel does not run out when Doug Thompson #12554
you remove the fuel line. Otherwise (ROA link, AACA Forum)
be ready with a cap to plug up the I need a source for a new license Thanks to JASON
5/16” fuel line. plate lamp lens for my ’65. I see ZERBINI #775 who
While under the car, replace the CARS LLC in NJ lists lens for a has compiled this
information
from
rubber fuel line from gas tank pipe 1968-72 Riviera. In the picture, it the Riviera link on
(under passenger door hinge at looks like what is on my car now, the AACA Forum
frame) to fuel pump. Use the old but I am not sure. listed on the ROA
hose to pull string through frame A: By “RockinRiviDad” David website .
and the string to pull the new hose Contreas, former member #13944
through the frame. Replace the Our ROA buddy James Kehr sells
rubber fuel hose from fuel pump to them new on his eBay store for $25. HAVE INFORMATION
fuel filter. Route it away from the Contact him directly at 215-767- TO SHARE?
fan belts. 0845 to avoid eBay charges.
It is possible that the fuel pump cam
will have stopped at the “up posi- Q Need 1965 Fender by Fred C Post We encourage you to share valuable
tion”. The arm of the fuel pump hits #13961 (ROA link, AACA Forum) information that applies to the Riv-
it. If so, bump the engine over with I need a left fender for a ’65. iera . There are several Forums listed
the starter to a spot where the cam Straightening mine is probably be- on our website that cover different
is down. This makes the install so yond my ability. The front of these generations and interests . You can

much easier (you are not fighting first generation fenders have a lot of also help make “Roundtable” more
the spring in the fuel pump). If the contours and once they are bent up informative with your technical tips
new fuel pump has a slot for one I think I will be better off starting and referrals for quality parts and
of the mounting bolts, start with with something easier to work with. service . Please send them directly to
that bolt in the block a few threads, “Gotta love these Rivies!” ray@rivowners .org .

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