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06-17-2008, 06:16 AM
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New Guy Here
Hi Guys, I just wanted to say hello and introduce myself,I hope this forum is ok to do this in, I own a Fathom Blue w/ Dk blue vinyl top 70 Nova L78,4-speed,3:73(originally 3:55) it is a survivor,mostly original,even the paint,owned it since Oct. 75.With no intentions of selling,it is a part of me. I have recently started to restore it with my abilities.I have collected many parts for it over the years,mostly discontinued parts now.I am sure glad I did .I haven't driven the car since 85 been in the garage,I only wish it was a temperature controlled one,and has collected some minor rust from sitting.It will never be a #'s matching ,because way back in 76 I had to replace the block,from a 68 Chevelle L78 ,had it bored and used the original pistons,heads,etc. I still have the original block,but was told back then it could not be align bored,looked like a winding road.I wish I could maybe someday,that's why I kept it.I also sold the trans M21,when I upgraded to a M22.around 79-81 But mostly everything else is original.I am looking for a radiator support ,cause mine is rotted on the left lower portion,anyone know of a decent one please let me know. Well that's it for now. I have been monitoring the site for some time and deceided to join.You guys are just great from all the info I have absorbed.Keep up the good work and thanks
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06-17-2008, 06:29 AM
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Re: New Guy Here
Welcome! Glad to see another Nova guy on this site! They are coming out of the woodwork and it's about time! It's very nice to know that someone has an original Nova with a Dk Blue vinyl top! Let's see some pics! Don't be affraid to ask questions. There are a lot of knowledgeable Nova Guru's on here as well as a lot of great people in general!
 All are willing to help in just about any way they can.  What part of the NorthEast are you from?
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06-17-2008, 07:25 AM
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Re: New Guy Here
Welcome to the site. Lots of Nova guys here to help. And we love pictures. Especially of cars that have been tucked away so long.
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06-17-2008, 09:15 AM
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Re: New Guy Here
Welcome and always hang onto the original block anyways! Just clean it up and set it on an engine stand with a nice new paint job and keep it.You can always say you have the matching numbers engine block! You also might want to check at some REPUTABLE engine repair shops maybe the other shop just didn't feel comfortable messing with it. By the way threr are some really wonderful people on this site and one or two not so wonderful! LOL I will let them guess who they are!
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06-17-2008, 04:34 PM
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Re: New Guy Here
Welcome
I too would like to see pix of your Nova.Sounds like it has much to say. I would look into having your original block align bored today too,as there has been some great progress in the past few decades with this.
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06-17-2008, 05:42 PM
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Re: New Guy Here
Welcome!
I would suggest repairing your original core support, it's usually not too difficult - especially compared to finding a legit BB replacement! Love that Fathom Blue!
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Marlin 70 Yenko Nova-350/360, 4speed M21, 4.10 Posi (Daddy's Ride) 69 SS Nova-396/375hp, 4speed M20, 3.55 Posi (Benjamin's Ride) 67 RS Camaro-327/250hp, 2speed Glide, & 3.08 Open (Danny's Ride)
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06-17-2008, 06:10 PM
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Re: New Guy Here
Welcome Charlie...your car sounds great!.
Being you've referred to it as a survivor w/ original paint, is the overall paint decent and you're retaining it and/or partially repainting or is complete paint part of your resto plan?. Have you had any success digging into the interior looking for a broadcast sheet etc and/or do you have any original documents?. The original block repair comments are good advice but if it leaves your hands make sure to tie a tag to the block and black sharpie the deck both noting DO NOT RESURFACE or something to that effect.. No matter how well a front counter guy may seem to understand your concerns of keeping the deck stampings, the guy operating the equipment may routinely deck first before any other machining is done or measure the surface and deem it necessary even though the work order doesn't include it.. Best may be to speak first-hand to the machine operator the day the work is scheduled!!! Amazing how many real L78 Novas and long time owners have appeared here of late!!!  ~ Pete 
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06-17-2008, 06:57 PM
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Re: New Guy Here
Great story Charlie. Welcome to the best site on the net!
You're popping in at the perfect time because Novas are really the hot ticket now. They're FINALLY getting the respect they deserve. Sounds like a cool car, and let me jump on the bandwagon with the others who have recommended hanging on to any and all original pieces you have for the car. Good or bad; they're still original to the car and can only add to the history and value down the road. If you have pix but aren't comfortable posting them, feel free to forward them to any of us and we'll be happy to help out.
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