I have seen this on small block CNG engines but not on gasoline. Small fat easy-out may work, just don't go too deep or you could break off the electrode. It may come out with the treads. Spray some penetrating oil also.
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The dimple on the swivel plate fits in holes in the frame, in front of the rear wheels and behind the front wheels. Very stable and can lift the wheel over 6 inches in the air. One of the best OEM jacks I have seen. Should be the 1987 Monte Carlo jack.
I have a 1987 Avanti. Here are pictures of my jack and tire tool. The jack mounts on the passenger side of the trunk. The tire tool fits in the too bag on the front of the trunk.
My 1987 Avanti Coupe is on a Chev. Monte Carlo chassis. I don't know the weight of the body, but the car weights 100lbs MORE than the dry weight of a 1987 Monte Carlo.
It uses early eighties Chrysler motors and drive. The drivers is the passengers side and the passengers side is the drivers. You can get motors and drive kits from any auto parts store.
Loosen the bolt about a turn and you can move it up, down or in and out. After you have it in position tighten it. I don't think the bolt plate will fall in the door frame, but there is no reason to loosen the bolt that much.
I don't know of anyone that offers replacement carpets. Avanti changed the floor pan when they started using the Chevrolet chassis. You will probably have to have it custom made to fit.
The brakes on my 1987 Avanti are the same as the 1987 Monte Carlo. I installed aftermarket SBC dual piston calipers, pads and Raybestos slotted rotors. That combo took off another 20 feet at 40 mph. A rear disc kit is available for the '87 also.
With the GM chassis you will get better handling and ride, 1950's technology compared to 1980's technology. Most mechanics can work on the GM chassis, not always the case on the Lark chassis. Parts for the GM chassis are still common as are performance parts.
Not sure on all late model Avantis but my body is cut away below the bumper, making installation of chrome bumpers an expensive modification.
Installed a set of LED headlights today. Rig Tough Part # RTLEDHL5X7HILO, I believe these are the same as TruckLite LED's.
The LED headlight has a metal body with a plug that sticks out the back to connect to the car headlight plug.
I had to remove the headlight shell because there wasn't enough room behind the headlight to fit both plugs, I was able to move them to the side and install the headlight assembly.
The headlights appear to be very bright. The passenger side is the new LED and the drivers side is a Wagner Halogen.
Throws a much whiter light and hi beam is much brighter, at least on the garage door.
Triangle sticker may be a CITGO oil sticker or PEAK antifreze.
The other sticker is SUN automotive equipment, they made test scopes, distributor machines etc. They are now owned by Snap-on Tools, this site has their logo.
Doing some repairs on my '87 Avanti and I'm replacing the door lock actuator's, here is what I found.
Part is from a '87 Monte Carlo.
Chevrolet & AC Delco # 22062740. No bracket. $54.00 - $95.00
Standard Motor Products # DLA1. With bracket and rubber body boot. $76.00 - $157.00
Dorman # 746-014. No bracket comes with rubber body boot. $39.00 - $68.00.
Standard and Dorman come with a nice rubber boot around the body of the actuator, this is not part of the orginal but would be good for keeping out the weather. The bracket is held on with 4 screws so changing it over is easy. I purchased the Dorman actuator for about $39.00.
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Does the switch work?
Do the door actuators click?
Test the switch for power, should have BAT+ power at all times. If not then you have a blown fuse or bad wire.
If the actuators click they may just be weak and need replaced. I believe I found OEM part numbers on mine, been a long time ago.
Once the power locks work and you can identify the wiring, you can get a remote kit installed or you can install it. You could also use the remote to open your power trunk.
I installed this kit on my wife's car. The remotes are metal.
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I have seen this on small block CNG engines but not on gasoline. Small fat easy-out may work, just don't go too deep or you could break off the electrode. It may come out with the treads. Spray some penetrating oil also.
Good luck
Jim Wood