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Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-25-2024, 12:50 AM
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Posted By jbtech
I wish it were that simple! I haven't spoken to...

I wish it were that simple! I haven't spoken to them in a while. It was a clear no the last time but they know I'm willing to work something out. Hopefully with time something can be done, this is a...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-21-2024, 12:27 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
The engine is in a running and driving Camaro...

The engine is in a running and driving Camaro still in Logan OH. The engine was bought from the original owner of my car, rebuilt by the current owners. They did a good job, didn't deck the block....
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-19-2024, 04:40 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
I'm enjoying this car so much! And since it isn't...

I'm enjoying this car so much! And since it isn't restored I can enjoy the car without the anxiety of scratching the paint.

My brother ,18, joined me for a cruise and he's hooked. He's looking for...
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 03-15-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 599
Posted By jbtech
Yes! Crash shared this with me.

Yes! Crash shared this with me.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 03-14-2024, 03:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 599
Posted By jbtech
Thanks to David Fillion and Russell Rosales for...

Thanks to David Fillion and Russell Rosales for clarification. It's a decal with logo and thread size. David provided this pic. Tony Williams provided the photo with the upside down decal
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-11-2024, 02:16 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Not everyone does, but the few that do start...

Not everyone does, but the few that do start asking questions about the car and I'm happy to explain the history and show them the old photos.
A couple guys at the first show were in awe when...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-09-2024, 09:24 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Got the hood installed and went to my first show...

Got the hood installed and went to my first show and cruise! Drove the car through the hills, windy roads, and some traffic on the way back home but it held steady at 195.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-05-2024, 05:18 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Feels good to find something from the cars past...

Feels good to find something from the cars past like this!
I sent the photos to Misty the ex wife of the 3rd owner Alan Mason and she loved it. Alan thankfully took photos when he owned the the car...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-01-2024, 04:02 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
It's possible! Matt (son of salesman) says...

It's possible!

Matt (son of salesman) says his father would order cars "All the time. Drove them off the lot on Fridays & sold them on Mondays"



The deal in it's entirety didn't happen in...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-29-2024, 05:03 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Bruce confirmed he walked into the dealership the...

Bruce confirmed he walked into the dealership the same day he seen the car coming down the track. I'm guessing it was Friday 4/28/67
Bruce says the Camaro was the first car he bought brand new. The...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-29-2024, 12:35 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
As I've discovered before, Max Edward McCandlish...

As I've discovered before, Max Edward McCandlish is the salesman who ordered my car when working at Bobb Chevrolet and whose name is signed on the original sales documents to my car. I'm still in...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-27-2024, 05:22 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
I have a few wheel and tire options. For now I'm...

I have a few wheel and tire options. For now I'm going for the look the car had in the 1970s.

Not much progress on car but I did manage to install the shifter boot cover. Sorry for the dust.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-23-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
The holes lined right up for the front but I'll...

The holes lined right up for the front but I'll need to order up hood pins. The locking pins I have would require more cutting of the hood which I want to avoid since it's a real A&A.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-23-2024, 12:19 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Thanks for the info Jon, realized I forgot to...

Thanks for the info Jon, realized I forgot to install the cover above the boot.


Thanks I bought it!

I drove the car to have breakfast with some friends this morning about 45 minutes away....
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-22-2024, 04:18 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Thanks I wanted to include items that were on the...

Thanks I wanted to include items that were on the car in the 70s (see pic below from 3rd owner). This includes the steering wheel, gauge on the column, and the air freshener. However I believe I...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-21-2024, 08:25 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
More pics from today. I notice the car runs rich...

More pics from today. I notice the car runs rich I can smell the fuel during a drive. I adjusted the floats but may need to do more changes to the carb. I read somewhere that running a smaller carb...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-20-2024, 06:46 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
The interior is DONE!!! All lights work including...

The interior is DONE!!! All lights work including sun gauges, and the clock ticks!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-19-2024, 11:11 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
One side done!

One side done!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-19-2024, 09:54 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
I think I'll have the interior all done today!

I think I'll have the interior all done today!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-19-2024, 08:50 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Console wired and installed with new bulbs. Clock...

Console wired and installed with new bulbs. Clock was refurbished by clock works.

Picked up and installed correct retainer, wired console, I used a big washer and epoxy to fix the rear mounting...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-19-2024, 03:08 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
I'll just leave it for now. At most I may have a...

I'll just leave it for now. At most I may have a local detailer clean up what's there.

I wish I took better before pics but this is the seat that came with the car. I dropped off the seats to a...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-18-2024, 01:15 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Carpet is cut and installed. Finished installing...

Carpet is cut and installed. Finished installing RH side water shields and panels, shifter boot installed.
Next I will finish up LH side, install rear belts, install console, install seats!...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-04-2024, 12:41 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Rear bumper installed, a lot to do but any...

Rear bumper installed, a lot to do but any progress feels good at this point.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 01-29-2024, 03:25 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Just a little fun after a grocery run. My...

Just a little fun after a grocery run. My neighbor says he likes the understated "big block" sound of the exhuast while I'm pulling out the driveway. I really like how it sounds when the rpms climb!...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 01-29-2024, 02:47 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 137,748
Posted By jbtech
Thanks all for the helpful tips. Turns out the...

Thanks all for the helpful tips. Turns out the rear wheels were never balanced. After a balance the vibration issue is gone.
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