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Originality / Re: 1969 z/28 ignition coil (early z/28 october 1968)

« on: December 24, 2005, 08:45:40 PM »

So what number should be on the coil itself?

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Maintenance / Original vented gas cap

« on: December 24, 2005, 08:39:58 PM »

It has taken me a while to get my DZ to idle correctly. Yesterday I got some gas and the tank was pressurized. Is a vented gas cap supposed to hold any pressure? If it holds pressure could that affect how the car runs?

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Maintenance / Re: OEM 302 Valvetrain Adjustment

« on: December 24, 2005, 08:35:43 PM »

It seems to me that you could do it your way,then use CRG method and see if your lash is still correct, too loose or too tight. If it is too loose or too tight that is no good. I use the CRG method and there is no clacking. It sounds like a sewing machine. 

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Originality / Re: 69 X77 code Camaro Many fact questions.

« on: November 30, 2005, 03:49:48 AM »

The inner surfaces of the front fenders are semi-gloss black primer. X77 is base car exterior trim - no drip rail molding, wheel opening moldings, rear quarter louvers, etc. Fathom Green Z/28's had white stripes.

JohnZ, just a clarification, but doesn't the inner flange of the fender where the hood hinges bolt on get painted body color? And the inner fender get painted black?

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Originality / Re: Z28 "double hump" heads

« on: November 28, 2005, 08:52:01 PM »

Go over to the Team Camaro website and register. Then take advantage of the regular classified and forum classified sections.

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Restoration / Re: 302 head rebuild

« on: November 22, 2005, 10:53:01 PM »

Thanks for the straight scoop John!

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Restoration / Re: 302 head rebuild

« on: November 21, 2005, 09:48:13 PM »

Are the -142 springs OK? they ARE $3.95 EA.

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Restoration / 302 head rebuild

« on: November 20, 2005, 06:54:14 PM »

The heads are off due to excessive guide clearance on my new 200 mile rebuild (don't ask). I want to make sure they are excactly right this time. The valves and springs are originals. What should I replace these two items with for a stock rebuild. Just go with GM replacements? This is not a race car, just a cruiser. Thanks.

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Decoding/Numbers / Re: 302 Block ?

« on: November 20, 2005, 01:17:47 AM »

Alan, take the inspection cover off of the bellhousing. If the crank flange has a single v-notch it is a 302 crank. One clue to look for.

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Restoration / Re: 1969 Z/28 spring decals

« on: October 24, 2005, 07:52:33 PM »

Fold-down rear seat maybe. Is it possible that heavier front springs due to RS option, cowl hood, power steering could cause the rears to get stiffer also? If you look in the Classic Industries catalogue in the spring section they have weights for options leading to spring choices.

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Restoration / Re: 1969 Z/28 spring decals

« on: October 23, 2005, 03:29:33 PM »

Mark, were the front springs different rates or free heights? Do you know the stiffest rate?

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General Discussion / Re: Members from old forum version please post here

« on: October 22, 2005, 08:01:15 PM »

I had the same handle at the old forum. Thanks.

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General Discussion / Re: 100 members and climbing fast!

« on: October 19, 2005, 01:53:14 AM »

Great new 21st century look. I am glad to see many familiar faces from Team Camaro.Thanks for your hard work Doug!!! Great new features. (Ok, Ok I just had to try it)