Because of recent failures, we recommend that you do not use these original 4 blade steel fans. On a recent project, we re-used the original 4 blade fan on a 66 Catalina convertible. We did not notice that the fan had a crack in the center between the mounting holes. The fan flexed under hard acceleration and took out a brand new aluminum radiator. So we replaced the radiator and the fan with a new carbon fiber flex fan. Problem solved. No more will we used these fans. Not sure when it cracked but it did. lk 9/19/2019

I have a NEW killer stereo system I purchased a long time ago for my 1962 Catalina. The car is gone and I just found all of the following packed away. The dash unit is a Custom Sound USA 240 watt with AM-FM, USB and MP3 compatible, RCA outputs, Aux outputs and CD control. Next is a Custom Sound USA 10 CD changer that is matched to the head unit, with remote. Next is the front speaker which is a 4” x 10” Dual Voice Coil, 140 watt peak with dual tweeters and 12 oz. magnet. This is also Custom AutoSound model #3001DVC. Last but not least is Custom AutoSound Model SPUV693C 6’ x 9’ Upgrade Speaker, 200 watts, full chrome basket, 16 oz. magnet, again NEW IN THE BOX. The head unit also fits 1961 Pontiac. Nothing has been used or opened. These head units have not been made by Custom Sound USA for early Pontiacs for a long time. So this means find something close and start hacking your dash up. Not here! This will give your 61 or 62 full size Pontiac the sound and options you need. This system today goes for $700+ but you cannot get the correct head unit to fit your 61 or 62. I would like to get $475 and I will pay the postage to you here in the USA only. World-wide at cost.

If you have a question related to B body Pontiac cars or parts, please email us at oldschoolhotrodz@gmail.com.  Do not use link on this site.  It is no longer hooked to a valid email,  Thanks!  lk-5/28/2019

For Sale: 1965 and 1966 Catalina Front Clips. Both are in the Twin Cities area. The 65 is a Ventura clip, minor rust, photo is in the article on this site on my green 65 convertible (gold clip). It is being replaced with a different clip this summer. The 66 is a straight Catalina clip. The fender bottoms were repaired many years ago and have held up well. I have no use for these at this time. Neither come with hood hinges or front bumpers, otherwise complete. $500 each.

Also for sale: 1965 or 1966 Catalina or Grand Prix BOXED frame. Rolling up front with power steering box. No rear end. Has small rust area at right side on side of frame. Easy fix. Has complete dual exhaust system front to rear. Will fit all Catalina or GP (119″ wheelbase) models except wagon. Bring your tires to load. $700

Also for sale: 1956 or 1966 Catalina open (regular) frame. Complete rolling frame from California. Excellent condition. Has 3:08 factory air gears. Bring your tires to load. Will fit all Catalina models (119″ wheelbase) except wagon and 4 door hardtop. Both frames are in the Twin Cities area. $700

Also for sale: Nice 1966 front bumper with all brackets, decent driver chrome. In the Twin Cities. Will fit ALL 1966 full size models. Can ship via Fastenal from 55033 to your local Fastenal at your expense. $250 LK 5/22/2019

New Wanted List:

For 1965 Pontiac Catalina Convertible:

-rear interior door panels, no rust

-decent rear seat

-sunvisors, left and right, need rods only

-A pillar moldings, left and right

-Catalina front seat with plastic hinge covers

-front interior lower windshield moldings (same as hardtop)

-Catalina door panel emblems (have Ventura emblems to trade)

-automatic kickdown solenoid off 2 barrel engine

For 1965-1966 Pontiac Catalina 2 door sedan:

-rear seat (must be from a 2 door sedan only)

All the above parts can come off of ANY 65 or 66 B body convertible except Cadillac. Please don’t waste my time if you are not able to package and ship items. LK 5/22/2019

Photos of Powder Coated 66 Full Size Battery Trays! Just back from the powder coater. 1966 Full Size Battery Tray. These are photos of one of our prototypes. Cost is $139.95 plus $14 USPS Priority Mail in the US only. World-wide at cost. Taking pre-orders for delivery late January-early February. Check or money order preferred. Will take PayPal with 3% kicker. Mail to PontiacParadise.com, 12501 Danbury Way, Rosemount, MN 55068. PayPal to oldschoolhotrodz@gmail.com. Price for the same for 1965 Battery Tray. If you want either of the trays bare, they are $119.95 plus the postage. 65 trays start shipping next week. BTW, your check or money order will not be cashed until the parts ship. Thanks for the overwhelming response.

1966 Full Size Battery Trays! I just received my three prototype trays. I am test fitting in my 66 cop car today. Only did a run of 150, same with second run of 65 battery trays. Order today before Ames and OPGI buy us out! Payment by check or money order only to PontiacParadise.com, 12501 Danbury Way, Rosemount, MN 55068. $119.95 bare, $129.95 painted satin black or $139.95 powder coated satin black. Postage is $14 per one or two trays USPS Priority Mail in US only. World wide at cost. Thanks to those who have hung in there on this project. Les 1/5/2019 href=”http://pontiacparadise.com/shoptalk/?attachment_id=633″ rel=”attachment wp-att-633″>

PontiacParadise.com announces two new badly needed reproduction items coming soon! #1 is 1964 Catalina quarter panel clips with water seals, made from NOS clips in a superior nylon material. These are curved. The clips on eBay are beyond wrong. Door molding clips are right behind these. Those are straight with water seals, again made from NOS clips. #2: 63 to 64 filler neck gasket. This goes at the top of your filler neck and keeps it from rattling up by your gas cap. These are always hard and crunchy. Again, made from a superior rubber, all items are made in the USA! Pricing to follow. Happy New Year to all!

Coming soon from PontiacParadise.com! CORRECT Reproduction 1964 Catalina or Star Chief Quarter Panel Clips. Beware that EVERY 1964 Catalina quarter panel clip on eBay (all 16 listings!) are WRONG. Our clips are made from our NOS clips and are made from a superior nylon material and come with a superior o ring that seals the clip to prevent water getting into your car. The photo is of the prototype clips we received today. Pricing to follow as are the door clips (not curved like the quarter panel clips) are coming soon!

1964 Pontiac 421, 320 horse engine. 43N code. Complete with all accessories as pulled out of car. Power steering, alternator, air cleaner…etc. Stuck from sitting. As with ALL 421’s, this is a 4 bolt main engine. Block casting number 9773157, heads are 9773345. Can load into your vehicle or can ship via Fastenal in Hastings or ship via EnginesDirect.net. Additional cost to build pallet to hold engine correctly if shipped. $4000 firm. Photos up soon. Thanks for looking!