Pontiac Ventura II Is Back For More! Addressing the starting and other issues. Buttoning up!

It's baaaaack, the 1972 Pontiac Ventura II has returned for some further sorting out in between car shows and it's time to address the starting issues. In the previous episode of this car we handled adjustments to the entire suspension setup of the car including new rear leaf springs, shackles, shocks, and a host of other things. The owners are very happy with our work on that so it's time to move on to the next weakest link.

So what are our issues? Well, the starter almost always starts the car, but usually also makes some rather terrible noises. So, out with the transmission to get our eyes on the flexplate / flywheel to see if we think what's going on is actually what's going on. Simple enough servicing, just need to get it done!

Fortunately for us these cars are pretty simple and really just a Chevy Nova hiding with some Pontiac body panels. Small block Chevy under the hood, and a TH350 transmission behind it? Piece of cake! While we're here, button up a few other little issues and she's ready to get back on the road.

A few weeks back we showed you the first initial video with this 1972 Pontiac Ventura II as it came to us with quite a few woes and in need of sorting out. With that first opportunity to look the vehicle over we noticed a few things that needed to be addressed, some we took care of at that point while others we had to order in some parts and make a plan. With parts arrived, it's time to get busy!

Step 1, replace the rear leaf springs with a matching set. Previously another shop had replaced one side (drivers side) but not the other (passenger side) which we thought was odd. Why would they do that? Well quickly we discovered the answer and the captured nuts had broken off and spun freely. But that's working on old cars they sometimes fight you!

So, out with the old leaf springs and worn out bushings. In with new. Out with the old air shocked, in with a brand new adjustable shock from Competition Engineering. In addition, new shackles and 3" t style shock extenders from McBay Performance to get our shock travel right where we want it. After all THAT is sorted out, a quick little plug wire set creation and we're back in business.

With all these new upgrades our customers 72 Ventura II is ready to get back on the road handling and riding MUCH better, while it may just be a Chevy Nova with a Pontiac nose... it's still one cool cool ride. Back to the customer and on the road for the weekend, until next time!

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