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Topics - Mark's 68 L78 RS SS

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Maintenance / Sloppy steering
« on: August 19, 2007, 04:49:54 PM »
The steering in my 68 is very sloppy. Is this just a marginal design from the factory or are there some things in the steering and front suspension that I should be looking at? Is there a way to tighten up the steering while maintaining everything stock or at least easily able to go back to factory correct?

Thank you,

Mark

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Decoding/Numbers / VIN in Data Base?
« on: June 12, 2007, 11:51:43 AM »
A friend has found this Camaro 124378N346550.  Is it in the data base?  Currently has a 350 LT1 motor in it and a 4 speed.  He is not sure of the trans.

Thanks

Mark

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General Discussion / Correct Date Code Carb or New?
« on: November 03, 2006, 01:39:45 AM »
Is it worth the extra $$ to find a date correct 4053 DZ carb for my 68 L78 or should I just go with a new one? Will it increase the value of the car to have the date correct carb even though it is not original? A very reputable guy from all I have heard can get a date correct carb (not a restamp) and restore it. His work looks great and he is well thought of. Or I can just go with new from Heartbeat City or others. The car is mostly original or factory correct and I tend to lean toward that but we're talking about $300 or so difference. I will show the car locally but it is by no means a 1000 point car or anything like that. It's mostly a really nice driver for cruise ins and shows and sunny days (the six or so sunny days we actually have per year here in Central New York)

Any opinions?

Thanks

Mark

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Originality / Correct Carb Part #
« on: October 22, 2006, 01:31:38 AM »
Hello:

I want to get back to the correct Holley 780 on my 68 L78. Just a check on the correct part number. Is it 4053 DZ? I know (unless I get really lucky)  I won't be able to have the correct date code but would like to at least get the correct part number.

Thanks for your help.

Mark

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Restoration / Ash Trays
« on: October 17, 2006, 01:41:59 AM »
Guys:

This may be another stupid question from a newbie but here goes anyways.  I positively dislike nasty ash trays and although the previous owner did not smoke for 20 years the ashtrays have obviously been used.  Can I just take them out, mask them off and blast them or do I need to paint them as well?  If I need to paint them can someone recommend the correct paint to use?

Thanks

Mark

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Originality / 68 Window Glass
« on: October 16, 2006, 01:52:11 AM »
Hi:

My passenger side window has the Astro Ventilation graphic frosted or painted in the front corner of the glass and I assume this is the original glass.  The drivers door does not have this graphic.  Did this graphic only come on the right side or was it on both sides and my drivers side is a replacement?

Thanks

Mark

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Maintenance / Transmission/clutch noise
« on: October 12, 2006, 07:15:42 AM »
Guys:

I am getting a minor squeal when I let the clutch out in neutral.  As soon as the clutch starts to engage the squeal starts.  One knowledgeable guy said it was transmission, possibly a bearing.  Does this sound right?  Would fairly suck if that's the case.  BTW L78, M22.  Pretty new clutch in good shape.

Thanks

Mark

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General Discussion / Sticky speedo
« on: October 12, 2006, 07:11:23 AM »
Hi guys:

My speedo is sticking and not reading the right speed.  Any special tricks to replacing the cable?  I see there are several lengths available so I will need to research which one is correct for a 68 L78 with M22.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Mark

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General Discussion / Cost of Camaro
« on: October 06, 2006, 12:48:16 AM »
Guys and gals:  As I calculate it here is the initial cost of my first Camaro.  Please feel free to let me know if I forgot anything.  I'm sure there is a lot more to come

Cost of car $XX,XXX,  Independent appraisal $500; Closed hauler transportation of car from Nevada to NY $1,900;
Additional clean up work, engine detailing, mechanical repair, SS stripe, etc $6,000;  Insurance registration taxes $1,500; Garage restoration, insulation,dry wall, paint $1,200;  Black and white checkerboard garage floor (next year) $1,600;  Expand garage for more cars in future $10,000;  Car detailing supplies, Cali duster Large and mini etc $80;  Car club dues show entrance fees etc $90;  CBTN, AIM, and other books $100;  Couples therapy for wife feeling abandoned 30 hrs @$150/hr $4,500;  Individual therapy for feeling inadequate when on Camaros.org Forum 10 hrs @ $125/hr $1,250;  New first gen Firebird for wife so we can both drive to shows $15,000;
Dues for 12 step meeting for Camaro addicts, $1 per meeting x 90 meetings in 90 days $90.

Pulling really sweet 68 L78 RS SS into my own garage for the first time while 11 year old step son looks on in wonder-Priceless


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Originality / Correct Fan and orientation?
« on: October 03, 2006, 11:30:36 PM »
Hi:  Can you guys look at this and tell me is this the correct fan for a 68 L78 RS SS?  Also is the orientation correct or is it backwards?  The part no is 393100.

Thanks

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General Discussion / Anyone with 68 fan pics?
« on: October 01, 2006, 08:23:23 PM »
Hi:

Can anyone post post pics of their original fan in a 1968 396?  I want to check something before I get to thinking I may have something amiss.  A pic from around the wheel well of the passanger side would be perfect.

Thanks.

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General Discussion / Finally Home
« on: September 24, 2006, 01:43:59 AM »
Hi guys:  My 68 beauty is finally home, even though it rained today and I will have to spend a couple of hours getting it cleaned back up I wanted to drive it before the snow flies.  i did decide to go with the stripe as all of you recommended.  Here is a pic or two.  Sorry about the water drops on the car.  Yes, the brace over the battery is off on the pic of the engine cmpartment.  It is back on.

Thanks for everyones help so far on the car so far and I look forward to continuing to work on the car with all of your input.  You guys and the guys at Team Camaro are great.

Mark

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General Discussion / Radiator Support Assembly
« on: August 31, 2006, 10:47:48 AM »
Does anyone know of a difference in radiator support designs for SS and non SS cars for 1968?  Some people have said that the dimension of the opening is different and I have also heard that there is no difference.  The AIM doesn't specify, or at least I have not found it yet if it does.

Also, are all big block cars SS cars?

Thanks

Mark

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Originality / Correct Hood Hinge Finish
« on: August 27, 2006, 12:34:04 PM »
Sorry if this is a repeat.  I think I have seen this info somewhere but can't find it.  What is the correct finish for the hood hinges on a 68 396 L78 RS SS car?  There has been some input that it is supposed to be a semi gloss black and some that it is supposed to be like a silver plate.   They are about to go back on the car and I want to make sure we get them correct.

Thanks

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Site Comments/Discussion / Awesome site and member
« on: August 24, 2006, 01:20:17 AM »
I just want to say this site and the members are amazing.  The wealth of knowledge and the love of Camaros comes through in reading all the posts.  I am constantly amazed and impressed by the level of detailed information all of you are able and willing to provide about Camaros.  I consider myself lucky to have found this site and you people.

Thank you so much

Mark

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