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Maintenance / Re: 68 Brake issue. Input needed.

« on: June 15, 2022, 07:48:08 PM »

Again grasping here. Why does engine heat effect it? I think I’d replace the booster hose. Use a generic 3/8 hose for testing in driveway only, see if results change. I had my proportioning valve rebuilt the rebuilder  put the seals in upside down, cause a issue for me. So rebuilt isn’t always correct. Don’t know if it could cause your issue are calipers or the correct sides, bleeders up?

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Originality / Re: Cowl Induction Air Cleaner Paint

« on: June 15, 2022, 12:27:15 PM »

Engine compartment portion of the heater assembly is gloss black

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Maintenance / Re: 68 Brake issue. Input needed.

« on: June 14, 2022, 09:56:02 PM »

Have you been tried replicating the issue at home on jack stands. Make sure brakes are releasing and applying equally. Just grasping at straws.

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Maintenance / Re: Engine stall

« on: June 14, 2022, 09:39:16 PM »

Have you checked the float level? Remove sight plugs, bump the fender. Should get very small splash of gas.

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Maintenance / Re: 68 Brake issue. Input needed.

« on: June 12, 2022, 07:07:06 PM »

Are you referring to picture #1 distribution block under master cylinder or #2 proportioning valve on the side of sub frame.

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Maintenance / Re: 68 Brake issue. Input needed.

« on: June 11, 2022, 10:37:09 PM »

Do you have the proportioning valve on the drivers side of the sub frame. I had a issue with mine, could get a little fluid to the rear, but no full flow. If you have the valve(and you should)crack the line on the down stream side of the valve to check for fluid, if no fluid then crack the up stream side to check for fluid. I could remove the down stream line and only get drips on mine.

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Restoration / Re: Repo RS vacuum lines

« on: April 29, 2022, 12:31:14 AM »

I wanted to give a update on the issue I was having with the headlight doors. I was using the engine for my vacuum supply(open headers). After plumbing a vacuum pump to the tank I could hear a leak at the T fitting on the green line going to the left door. Once I eliminated the leak both doors operate evenly. Hope this helps somebody.

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Garage Talk / Re: 2022 Spring Carlisle

« on: April 28, 2022, 12:03:12 AM »

I was there Friday, significantly more people this spring verses last spring. I had a vendor bring some moldings up otherwise probably wouldn't have attended. (last set shipped were bent at 45 degree angle)I looked for 2 15x8 Cragars found nothing. I would agree seems to be getting difficult to find Camaro parts at Carlisle. I was looking for 2 15x8 Cragars found nothing. Small block Chevy parts were there in abundance though.

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Restoration / Re: 1969 deluxe door panel problems

« on: April 22, 2022, 06:05:11 PM »

Thanks Joe

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Restoration / Re: 1969 deluxe door panel problems

« on: April 22, 2022, 02:20:01 AM »

Joe,

Were you able to resolve the issues with the door panels? Did you buy repos? If so how did they fit? Thanks Paul

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Restoration / Re: Repo RS vacuum lines

« on: April 03, 2022, 10:58:22 PM »

I received my 3rd relay on Saturday and finished the install today. BTW the 3rd relay was also Classic Headquarters although the vendor didn't disclose that info at time of purchase. I also changed the vacuum lines to reflect the 1969 illustration(68 Car), that Dave provided, verses the routing shown in the 1968 AIM I was using. The system is now performing as it should, although the left assembly closes slower than the right. Thanks for the help and the valuable information provided for me and other members going forward.

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Restoration / Re: Repo RS vacuum lines

« on: April 02, 2022, 12:44:32 AM »

Dave,

I'm now on my third relay, the first was OER brand, the second was CHQ, the third hasn't arrived. The  new relays looked identical, as you would except. The first was in a OER labeled plastic bag, the second was in generic plastic bag inside a classic headquarters box. I believe there is one manufacture and suppliers label and package them accordingly.

When I reinstall the original the system work as it should. Neither of the new units would hold a complete vacuum compared to the original.

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Restoration / Re: Repo RS vacuum lines

« on: March 28, 2022, 10:42:53 PM »

The hoses then route between top of the frame extensions and bottom side of the inner fenders.

That's what I needed to know. I couldn't discern that from the assembly manual. I've been having a issue with the relays. I have a original vacuum relay that functions well, but really looks like HELL. I purchased a OER relay that doesn't work. I have another relay on the way, will see if that works. The relay ports are labeled R on the top port and G on the lower port which coincides with the assembly manual and information sheet included with the repo hoses.
Thanks for the reply. Paul

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Restoration / Re: Repo RS vacuum lines

« on: March 25, 2022, 12:26:07 AM »

I have a follow up question. If you guys will indulge me. When the vacuum lines travel down the front of the core support to the canisters do they route down and around the frame horns or on top of the horns between the inner fenders? Thanks

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Originality / Re: ‘67 10 Bolt Posi Diff Lube Tag

« on: March 04, 2022, 07:38:49 PM »

My old 67 had the red tag on the fill plug