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Forum: L78 specific Forum 05-15-2023, 02:47 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Thanks to Darrell and a buddy near Chicago, this...

Thanks to Darrell and a buddy near Chicago, this AandA hood will have a 2nd life on my Camaro.

Finding rare parts for the car is definitely part of the fun.
Forum: L78 specific Forum 03-03-2023, 09:08 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
I had the inner heater box blasted, painted, with...

I had the inner heater box blasted, painted, with all new seals installed. I didn't want to take a chance leaving any residue from the mice that made their cozy home.

The heater controls were also...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 02-07-2023, 02:01 AM
Replies: 281
Views: 78,221
Posted By jbtech
Photos of my 1967 Camaro SS L78 4.56 when owned...

Photos of my 1967 Camaro SS L78 4.56 when owned by high school student Alan Mason of Logan Ohio in the late 1970's. He is the third owner who junked the original hood in favor of a fiberglass cowl...
Forum: Chevrolet 01-18-2023, 07:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 743
Posted By jbtech
This is an original GM Radio cover plate.

This is an original GM Radio cover plate.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 01-18-2023, 02:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 631
Posted By jbtech
Adapter Found. Thanks everyone

Adapter Found. Thanks everyone
Forum: Technical & Restoration 01-18-2023, 02:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,221
Posted By jbtech
Adapter Found. Thanks everyone

Adapter Found. Thanks everyone
Forum: Technical & Restoration 01-06-2023, 01:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,448
Posted By jbtech
According to the Legends judging manual, there...

According to the Legends judging manual, there are two types of bumper guards used in 67. One is fully chromed and the bracket is welded to the guard. One has the bracket painted silver that is...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 12-19-2022, 03:25 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Immediately following the purchase of the 1967...

Immediately following the purchase of the 1967 Camaro L78, Bruce buys a used '55 panel truck as his tow rig. He also buys a set of slicks.
Forum: L78 specific Forum 12-13-2022, 02:53 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Huge thank you to George Andrews Jr. and Todd...

Huge thank you to George Andrews Jr. and Todd Cremean for reuniting this air cleaner back to the car after many decades! Bruce brazed it together to make his own plenum air cleaner.
Forum: L78 specific Forum 12-07-2022, 04:13 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
I spoke to Matt he didn't recognize the gentlemen...

I spoke to Matt he didn't recognize the gentlemen or location. However, I decided to do some digging and it turns out that is Phil Gurile not Curile. He also drove the Bobb Chevrolet car with the...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 12-07-2022, 04:03 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Matt says his father owned many Camaros while he...

Matt says his father owned many Camaros while he worked for Bobb Chevrolet. He said the "higher up" Bruce spoke of must have been Mr. Bobb Woodward in which his father Max McCandlish didn't always...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 12-06-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Here is a copy of the original sales paperwork...

Here is a copy of the original sales paperwork provided by Bruce. Bentley suggested the salesman signature was "McCandlish" so after some research I found Max Edward McCandlish who worked at Bobb...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 12-05-2022, 03:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 954
Posted By jbtech
1967 Camaro Convertible L78 MQ Block 124677N221349

I decided to order an NCRS report on the MQ block in my garage. My first request for a coupe vin wasn't in their system. Tried again with a convertible vin and got a hit.

With 113 L78...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 11-26-2022, 12:51 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Here is the plenum air cleaner Bruce made to go...

Here is the plenum air cleaner Bruce made to go faster at the track found a few days ago sitting right where he left it when the L78 was pulled from the Camaro to become a temporary family car....
Forum: L78 specific Forum 11-13-2022, 09:19 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Yes it does fit with the consistent snug gap. The...

Yes it does fit with the consistent snug gap. The rear trim is a "trim parts" repop as my original was crumbling apart. The front trim above the windshield is original GM and fits great as expected....
Forum: L78 specific Forum 11-08-2022, 03:51 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Headliner installation complete! I don't think I...

Headliner installation complete! I don't think I did too bad considering it was my first time. I made a repair to one of the original GM sail panels but it worked.
To install the rear glass trim I...
Forum: Technical & Restoration 11-07-2022, 09:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,806
Posted By jbtech
Here are some related threads regarding an X on a...

Here are some related threads regarding an X on a distributor.
They have been observed on other part numbers.

https://www.yenko.net/forum/showthread.php?t=162643
...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 11-03-2022, 06:52 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
I've managed to get the used headliner fitted and...

I've managed to get the used headliner fitted and it will be glued in within the next couple days. I'm content with the fitment as it is my first time installing a headliner.
Some of the tips that...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 10-17-2022, 03:21 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Life has been busy but I managed to remove the...

Life has been busy but I managed to remove the cracked windshield. I'm pleasantly surprised at the level of rust.

Next goal is to tackle the headliner.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 10-09-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,026
Posted By jbtech
I've been lucky enough to inspect this car in...

I've been lucky enough to inspect this car in person when Bentley hosted me during a trip to Ohio. I've crawled under the car, closely inspected the firewall, engine frame stands list goes on.
This...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 08-03-2022, 06:41 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
New control arm bushings, moog ball joints, moog...

New control arm bushings, moog ball joints, moog coil spring, and amk hardware. I also installed factory disc brake spindles. This car will be driven often. I'll take better photos of the process...
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - For Sale 08-02-2022, 03:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,124
Posted By jbtech
Anthony does an excellent job packing and is very...

Anthony does an excellent job packing and is very honest about his parts. You all should check out his website at http://camarology.com/

When I first joined this site, he befriended me and a few...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 07-18-2022, 05:40 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
After more chipping I decided to give the gel...

After more chipping I decided to give the gel evaporust a shot on the firewall. Still need to clean it up and hit it again.

I avoided the 102 mark and the center of the firewall as I still need to...
Forum: Other Events 07-14-2022, 05:51 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 20,350
Posted By jbtech
To those attending, I'm asking a favor for...

To those attending, I'm asking a favor for detailed '67 L78 photos particularly engine bay photos.

In addition to cowl tags, overall car, engine bay photos I'm looking for as many bolt head...
Forum: L78 specific Forum 07-13-2022, 06:24 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 67,616
Posted By jbtech
Here is a photo with all the numbers wet showing...

Here is a photo with all the numbers wet showing the white numbers more pronounced. Does anyone know what the other 2 numbers/characters mean?
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