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Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-17-2018, 03:33 PM
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Posted By L78Kiwi
67 Front Bench seat re-upholster

Hello, This out of my 67 L78 I am restoring and I need to know which foam kit to use.

As the backs of the seat are the same for the bucket seats, I am wondering if I need a bucket as well as...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-21-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,278
Posted By L78Kiwi
That's helpful advice also (seriously) because I...

That's helpful advice also (seriously) because I know the piece of sh#t aftermarket rod I have is about as useful as an ashtry on a motorcycle in terms of length. I am sure the parts suppliers know...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-18-2017, 08:43 AM
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Views: 1,278
Posted By L78Kiwi
Thanks for the response, that tells me alot about...

Thanks for the response, that tells me alot about the problem I am having and the most practical solution, even if it is home made
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-17-2017, 10:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,683
Posted By L78Kiwi
I have a subframe which had a small block in it...

I have a subframe which had a small block in it and put a big block in...It's 67 and no difference that I can see
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-17-2017, 10:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,278
Posted By L78Kiwi
Cool 67L78 clutch linkage

Hello, I hope someone can please help. I bought a clutch linkage kit for me 67L78 (this is a nut and bolt rebuild for a L78 that has not been on the road since 70).

This is an aftermarket kit....
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-25-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
thanks Lee, will do

thanks Lee, will do
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-24-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
I guess I now have 2 problem identified 1....

I guess I now have 2 problem identified

1. engine mounts

2. Oil pan (or sump for us outside the US)

The only problem left to solve is the gearbox cross member. Anyone have any ideas on this?
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-23-2017, 09:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
this is probably a corvette oil pan

this is probably a corvette oil pan
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-23-2017, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,110
Posted By L78Kiwi
should be part code RH 3809880 and LH 3809879....

should be part code RH 3809880 and LH 3809879. These are for A.I.R equipped cars manufactured in LA
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-23-2017, 08:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
Hello here is some images. I think in comparison...

Hello here is some images. I think in comparison to the images posted the oil pan might be over sized?
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-22-2017, 11:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
Thanks Lee, from what I can see the oil pan I...

Thanks Lee, from what I can see the oil pan I have looks like the first image. But the drain plug on mine is at the back. I suspect it had been moved as when it was stripped it had been brazed in the...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-22-2017, 09:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
Thanks again for your help. I will order a set of...

Thanks again for your help. I will order a set of 67-68 frame and engine mounts and then progress through the other required parts.

From the advice I think I need to take a closer look at the oil...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-22-2017, 08:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
Hello, Thanks for all the responses. The sub...

Hello, Thanks for all the responses. The sub frame is a small block frame.

Let me give you a little history. The Camaro is a genuine 4K car it has not been on the road since 1970. The first owner...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-22-2017, 07:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
Hi Lee, Thanks for the response. I have read this...

Hi Lee, Thanks for the response. I have read this and as I thought there is a difference in the mounts between BB 67/68 vs 69. However the advise on this site is not quite definitive to the problem I...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-21-2017, 08:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,836
Posted By L78Kiwi
Question Big Block Engine mounts

Hello I am looking for a little advice. I am fitting a 69 L72 427 to my 67 L78 Camaro

From what I can gather there is a different between 67/68 Camaro BB frame mounts versus 69. Is this correct?
...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-20-2015, 07:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,234
Posted By L78Kiwi
Tachometer installation for a 67 L78

Hello I am looking for some sound technical advice. I have an original speedometer with a temperature and fuel gauge combination. I want to swap the fuel gauge etc out for a tachometer. I also want...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 04-08-2015, 07:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,410
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: L78 Dyno

Thanks for the advice, yes the top ring is a 2 piece. The bores have been measured. they are 5 thou over from standard. The piston clearance is 11 thou and there is about 1 thou in taper. The bore is...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 04-08-2015, 02:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,410
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: L78 Dyno

I am interested in hearing how you guys get around the high compression (11+/1 ratio)- low octane fuel problem. Do you modify the engine, such as install lower compression pistons or installer...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-16-2015, 08:24 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 51,389
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: 68 Camaro RS/SS L78 value

Yes, I removed those.....carefully
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-15-2015, 09:44 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 51,389
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: 68 Camaro RS/SS L78 value

Thanks for that. Was this normal practice to individually stamp the diff in this way?

I don't think the local Super market would appreciate tyre smoke and black marks in their car park!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-15-2015, 07:33 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 51,389
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: 68 Camaro RS/SS L78 value

Helpful, thanks. Can you please decode this for me ?
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-15-2015, 06:13 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 51,389
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: 68 Camaro RS/SS L78 value

https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-19248-22982-g4_038.jpg
This code also appears on the protecto plate....not sure if it is the VIN?
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-11-2015, 05:37 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 51,389
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: 68 Camaro RS/SS L78 value

Sure. The casing is in being blasted today so I'll get a shot within the next day or so
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-09-2015, 09:32 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 51,389
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: 68 Camaro RS/SS L78 value

Woops I think you are confused between the 2 cars shown in the photos above. My 67 has an M21 not an M20.

As for the VIN code stamped on the diff, yes its odd. But the original owner explained he...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-09-2015, 06:56 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 51,389
Posted By L78Kiwi
Re: 68 Camaro RS/SS L78 value

It's on the protecto plate. The diff is also stamped with the vin and ratio. The photos of the above 68 remind me of my 67....although the condition was a little better, but then again this looks...
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