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Seat Belts
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I bought some replacement seat belts because my car didn't have any installed when I bought it. The originals came with the car but are in pretty bad shape. The guy I bought it from put new carpet in and didn't cut any holes for the seat belts so I can't tell where the mouting points are. I hate to just start h...
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another reason to avoid that deep water
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Picture this: You have a 2007 Nissan Maxima, nice car. It goes into the water doorhandle deep. you then keep the engine running while stuck. Here comes the fun part: #1-engine hydrolocked. That means it injested enough water to not let the pistons move up or down anymore. Before it did that, the tranny...
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Saw 2 parts cars today.
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At the recycling center in Royalton right on the left of HWY 10 as you are going to Little falls. They have a 70(I think) 2 door malibu 350 car and a 65ish malibu 2 door with bucket seats. I stopped to look, sorry didn't take any pictures and called the owner he wants $700ea for them. They are too far gone for...
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Got Reminded to carry a spare fan/alternated belt.
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To many rpms one time on the way home last night. Just had to run it up to the max. Then noticed the temp and ammeter guage goinging crazy. Stoped along side the little traveled hwy. PS belt gone and fan/alternator belt just hanging there. Fortunately it was in good enought shape to put back on to get...
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1959 vs 2009 Impala crash test
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At the meeting last night, this video came up. If you haven't seen it, here's your chance. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety conducted a unique crash test to demonstrate the advances in motor vehicle safety over the last 50 years. In this test, a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and a 1959 Chevrolet Bel...
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While it's up on stands Project
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Had a good morning. Here's what I was able to get done so far on the 'might as well while it's up on stands' projects: -Removed Bungy's loaner transmission so that I can swap in the rebuilt one this week -Removed old exhaust system -Removed and replaced shocks -Removed bench seat and carpet to get rea...
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Rapid prototype machine
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Scan it, make a 3D mold, then CNC or cast from there. From Jay Leno's Garage: http://widgets.nbc.com/o/47f1317f105123ad/498ebd00a62edaa0/47fe70d4555df05a/9e46bd46/-cpid/ba4377d3bfd6c81
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Good service for a part I needed-TSI in Brooklyn Park
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I have said it before on here, but sometimes it's hard to find a place that will take care of us older car people. I found another good one today. I needed a small seal that's inside the speedo gear to cable housing on the tailshaft on my 700R4 tranny. Being a partsman, I did the Napa/CarQuest/GM dance. Nad...
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Happy Father's Day!!!
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To all those Dad's out there, hopefully you get that well deserved Father's Day Nap today!
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Everyone on the south side fare well?
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Specifically Kurt, Derek, Jim, Scott, Dan, Roy, Steve. Hope I didn't miss anyone. Also, Mike up near Brainerd too. Everyone OK?
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Winch help
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After the comealong arm pumping a few weeks ago a winch seems like a good idea. I was looking at them and i have no idea what i need to pull cars around ?? 2hp, 5hp ? 4000, 8000lbs ?? Any experts no whats going on or what works well?? any help would be appreciated. Thanks Roger
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Big "Thank You" to Stan!
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I have to give Stan a huge "Thank You" for helping me out on Sunday... I had a rear brake caliper bracket come loose (again... last time it was the caliper, this time it was the bracket) on my way up to the DCTC autocross on Sunday, which put me in a bit of a predicament... Luckily, I was able to ca...
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Free stuff killing me
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Finally broke down and decided to get a sprinkler system, the sand and dust was tearing up mower bearings and filters. Also tired of choking down 2#s of dust mowing this place. So spending more then I should to get the system put in with all top quality equipment. Now my neighbor who sells lawn seed t...
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Proud Papa & Grandma
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My little girl's grown up!
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Aussie Utes On The Hot Rod Power Tour
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Got back today from Springfield, IL after two days on the Power Tour. Hung out with my buddy Robert and four of his mates. They shipped three Holden HSV Maloos over just to run the Power Tour. These guys are a riot. They're posting videos on Youtube under Aus2USAPowertour. This video is the best...
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Jacks
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My car didn't come with a jack. I wouldn't use a bumper jack even if it had one. What are you guys using for a jack? I was thinking of picking up a scissor jack from a bone yard. I have a good floor jack for the shop. Jim
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Air Show pics
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[IMG]https://i842.photobucket.com/albums/zz347/Derek69SS/Eau%20...
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Free Stuff
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Hey, Guys and Gals, I replaced my 32" Samsung tube type TV with a 45" plasma, the 32" works great as dose the remote. If someone could use it for collage dorm, garage, shop, whatever, it's free for the taking. We are on our way to Montana tomorow so hit me with an email if you want it...
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MY 70 HOOD
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I Talked to someone last fall about my Hood on the 70. I bought a flapper Hood. And someone got a hold of me.That wanted to buy it. Can that someone get a hold me again. I know what was said in the conversation. Thanks.........Rick
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June newsletter is done and ready to be sent out
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If you are not receiving them via your email, please let me or John D know. They are also available under the "Club stuff" heading on the northstar chevelles green screen page. also, any suggestions for topics and if anyone wants to become a featured car, contact me. Thanks!
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Club Photos / Photobucket link...
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Due to not visiting/uploading for awhile, and photobucket changing their security... somehow our "bucket" got all of the folders changed to the private security level - meaning no-one could access them via the links on the website. I have corrected that little issue, and the links to ph...
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Craigslist can be a pain in the A$$
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I am selling my Chevelle. Why? Its just time. Know what I mean? But I have it on Ebay, but also put it up on Craigslist. I get flagged every 3-4 hours. I am complying with the rules. No links out, no logo's, no video etc. Its amazing there are that many people out there that are like that. I don't mind...
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