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General Discussion / Re: Rookie Poster

« on: March 20, 2012, 06:18:18 PM »

 Interesting about CrossRam.  Unexpected.  I guess that's why I need some learnin' before I plunk down cash.  Even happier to be on this list.

What about chambered exhaust and headers?  Headers are usually a sure bet, but I know nothing about the chambered exhaust on these cars.

Sorry if these are stupid questions - I don't have Jerry's book yet; and therefore am still behind the curve.  Even armed with as much knowledge as I can cram in the next 3 months, I still plan to bring an expert with me when I pull the trigger on a car.

Bullit65 - I will take you up on your offer.  I need all the help I can get.  To answer your question, I'm looking for a nice, clean, correct car that I can drive, and occasionally run down to Laguna Seca.  I'm not looking for a 100 pt car, but as close as is practical.

Mike. 

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General Discussion / Re: Rookie Poster

« on: March 19, 2012, 11:21:17 PM »

Interesting car (and girl)... I'll try and stop by this weekend to check it out and swing a test-drive (the car... not the girl).  My guess is the car is more of a Frankenstein Z28, which may, or may not make it representative of other CrossRam Z28s.

I'm in Menlo Park which means I can also check out Steve's Camaros.  Should be a fun weekend.

I own a 2003 FADEC Cirrus SR22.  ~175kts @ 14k; 10gph.

Mike.

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General Discussion / Re: Rookie Poster

« on: March 19, 2012, 05:27:32 PM »

Thanks all. 

Great news on the smog laws.  I re-read the CA DMV site.  I appear to have mis-interpreted the language.  Thanks Paul for the clarification.

I should state my intentions for the car – to drive it.  I love high horse-power small-blocks.  How ‘un-drivable’ is a Crossram car?  Are there any within 200 miles of the SF Bay area I can drop in and see?

In general, I’d love to offer up free weekend lunches to folks who wouldn’t mind walking me through their 69Zs, and taking me for a drive.  Like most on this list (I assume), I have a strong love for anything that runs on gas… including my ‘other’ toy which has a 550 cubic inch engine, 310hp, ~700 ft-lbs of torque, and a cruising speed over 200mph… at ~10k feet above the ground.  In other words, it’s relatively easy for me to come see some of you in person if you’re willing to show-off your car and help with my education.

Thanks,
Mike.

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General Discussion / Rookie Poster

« on: March 19, 2012, 01:35:46 AM »

Hi all.  

I’m new to the group.  I’ve spent the last few days lurking, and reading as many old posts as I can so I can write my first post without sounding too much like the Camaro rookie I am.

First, I have always been a Chevy guy, but have recently migrated from Corvettes to Camaros.  I hope to purchase my first Camaro in the next three months.  My last Vette was a 64 Coupe.

I’m planning to buy a 1969 Z28.  I have many questions, and expect answers to those questions will generate more questions.  I’ve sent my check to Jerry to buy his definitive 1969 Z28 book, and so will try to stay away from the basic questions until I have time to read that cover to cover.

The questions I have now center around living in California, and the California smog laws.  I know the only guaranteed smog check for a 1969 Camaro will happen at time of purchase (cars between 1966 and 1975 are exempt from bi-annual inspections), but it is POSSIBLE to be stopped and inspected at anytime (odds are higher if the car is loud, or you’re doing something stupid).  But, what does a smog test on a 1969 Z28 look like?  Do they simply check to see that the smog pump is functioning?  Or, do they check things like carbs, cams, and carbon?  The reason I ask is that I want to buy/build a Crossram Z28.  Would I be able to smog a Z28 with a 2x4 Crossram setup?  What about chambered exaust?  Off-road cam?

My fear is that if I find the perfect Z28, it won’t pass smog, and that I might need to build what I want once I get a stock Z28 through the smog process.

Additionally, is there a FAQ for buying a 1969 Z28?  I plan to employ the infamous Jerry M. to help me, but would love to hear from others who’ve gone down this path.

Thanks,
Mike.