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Met an original owner 78 Malibu owner w/28K on it
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Met a guy and son who came in to work today, dad's the original owner of a 78 (if I heard right) Malibu 6 cyl 3 speed m/t on the floor. 28,xxx miles. He says it's really nice. I gave him a card for the club and some info on what he was looking for. Nice guy, maybe he'll stop by on here and say hi.
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O.k., Kevin threw it out there on his tank removal post. What is your definition of the 'Cars Apart Club'? Here's my definition: Enough parts have been removed to make it non-driveable or legal on the street. i.e. No fuel tank, transmission is out, front sheet metal is off (is driveable, but not st...
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Anyone have experience soldering copper ?
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I tried to bend the inlet tube of my new heater core to the right like factory and the solder broke instead of the copper bending...
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Tips and procedure to removing and installing a BB rear main seal?
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I plan to replace my rear main seal. I just removed the oil pump and rear main. How do I go about this? Thanks.
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Breaking point to cleanup shop?
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Ok so today I went out to the shed and decided after tripping over extension cords and such that is enough! So I spend the entire day just cleaning, sweeping, winding hoses, winding cords, picking up tools and everything else in the way. Then Look at the pile of scrap Dish receivers 8 to be exact, stri...
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Which of these Head Gaskets should I use?
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http://www.napaonline.com/Search/Detail.aspx?A=FPG8180PT2_0148269533&An=599001+101970+50012+2012020+4012050+5999999
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Front disc swap advice needed
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I have a set up that I bought for my '67 GTO that includes a hold-off valve for the discs. I was under the impression that it fuctioned as a proportioning valve and was all I need for a swap. Inline Tube said I still need an adjustable prop valve in the rear brake line. Anyone know if that's true ? This what...
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Photo of rear main bearing; how does it look?
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Mitch suggested I post a few photo for opinions? Thanks.
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Re-use head bolts?
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What's your opinion on re-using head bolts? Worth spending the $ for peace of mind or am I taking this too far? My fastener knowledge tells me they are stretched from all the previous torque, hot/cold cycles, et. but they were probably good grade when they were new. I'm guessing the ones I have are sto...
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weld on oil pump?
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In a thread started by Stan S, he talked about welding the pickup to the oil pump, so it wouldn't fall out, it looks like a press fit. Any opinions? thanks. Jim
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So, who got you started in this crazy hobby??
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The photo of Cale & Derek over in "Projects and Updates" struck a nerve with me last night... especially with it being the 2nd Christmas without my Dad. I'd have to say it was my Dad that got me involved and fueled my passion for things mechanical. He was a professional wrench for 20+ years, then own...
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Love The Countdown
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This counter may put some undue pressure on some of our guys. What is the first official show that we are counting down to? Who are the car apart members and where are the pics.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
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Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year before you either A.) go to bed early (you know who you are...) or B.) pass out before midnight (you probably don't remember who you are...)! I'm looking forward to 2011 and helping NCC get even better!
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Happy Birthday Scott
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Hope you had a great day!
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Used Muncie
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I am planning to swap out the auto on my 72 to a four speed. Just wondering if anyone has a line on a good used transmission? Thanks Jim
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Calling Bungy...
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Hey Steve, any idea what the '81 BW ST-10 with stock shifter is worth in my 66 ? Pretty sure I'm gonna sell it and put the M20 in when I relocate the engine.
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Anyone know of or have a 69/70 Wagon?
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I got a call from MIke Hinshaw at Metro Moulded Parts. He's looking for a 69/70 Chevelle wagon. He's looking for a specific moulding on the rear gate. If you can help, let me know. Thanks
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CALENDAR PICS
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Here's 5 shots I will be sending to Jeff. We need more ASAP!!!!! We have 6 spots left to fill. Let Chris R know ASAP if you want in. [IMG]https://i168.photobucket.com/...
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Chris Reid The untold story on Behind The Cars
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Chris started life as a happy go lucky kind of guy who wrenched on cars and played with trains. Everything was going well for Chris an active member of NCC and TC. Helping out members drinking beer and having fun. Then one day he met a young lady who he later married. She cut off his link to the outside wor...
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Cleaning parts
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Ok, I don't have a parts cleaner. Has anyone ever put oily, greasy, or brake/clutch dusty parts in the wifes dish washer? I'm thinking run it through one cycle with the part in it and then one to clean the dishwasher. Just asking, Angie and I have been married 28 years today, she not crazy about the id...
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Lock Project Completed.
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When I bought my Chevelle I got a key for the ignition and one for the trunk. Little did I know neither ift the doors of glove box. I bought a set of locks and just finished installation. Who would have guessed how much fun changing the glove box lock could be, not to mention the ignition. Learned lots o...
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Terrorized the hood earlier today!
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Youd think no-one ever seem a snowmobile before...
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Thank You Veterans!
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Thanks go to the Veterans in the club today and every day for your service and dedication to our country!
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Happy Birthday John D.!!!
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Happy BDay John D.! 39 and holding.... right?
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Somebody at OReilly's has a sense of humor
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http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/EMB0/121G.oap?keyword=121g
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Well its about freakin time.
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They have been working on this project for at least the last 5 years that I know of. Article claims 3 years but I remember construction going on before that even. I used to commute right through this when I worked in Burnsville a few years ago. This area was ranked in the top 10 for one of the worst (yes, wo...
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Are these new?
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I have used butt connectors, solder connections and shrink tubing, but I was at Home Depot the other day and found these, that are a butt connector, shrink tubing and solder connection all in one. The red rings contract when heated to clamp around the wire insulation and the solder melts to form a re...
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Hey Tony, check out this Rover V8 swap!!!
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http://www.britishracecar.com/KeithBurnett-MG-MGBGTV8.htm-- Edited by Derek69SS on Monday 1st of November 2010 0915 AM
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Happy birthday Mr. Sietz
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Let me be the first to wish you a happy birthday Dave.
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Bought another Chevelle..no I didn't sell anything, Stan
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I have had computer trouble for a while now and the ONLY site I can't access is these forums. I'm really irritated that no one can figure out what happened. Anyway, I'm on my wife's lap top, which sucks, but I wanted to post some pics of the car I bought last week. It's still in Florida and won't leave until t...
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