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General Discussion / Re: Interesting period photos.... :)
« on: December 04, 2022, 09:34:14 PM »
Um, I love a "Rain-Dog" in the late afternoon,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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General Discussion / Re: 4 Leaf Springs worth
« on: December 04, 2022, 08:33:45 PM »
Well, Reproductions with correct appearance sell about 500$ now, Given a set of Factory installed 4 leafs are not dated and subject to use on 68/69 model year and folks seeking no compromises with the use of nice quality appearing Repops, I would suspect you are in the ball park at 500$ used. Finding past real world sales will be difficult in my opinion. I would imagine Condition would drive the pricing in a large way. They could require servicing and repairs, Hidden Broken Leafs, Sagging leaf's, Broken retention straps, Rust, Worn slider inserts, Mangled End eyes and so on. These would require serving & repairs. For a Car for sale depending on the "whole" of the Cars being sold the Remainer of the vehicle originally it could drive even the Choice to go pursuing Factory springs.
Does the Ends justify the Means.
My biggest concern would be the use of 200 dollar Generic 4 leaf's on any 68/69 Z.
Just thoughts as asked for.
Does the Ends justify the Means.
My biggest concern would be the use of 200 dollar Generic 4 leaf's on any 68/69 Z.
Just thoughts as asked for.
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General Discussion / Re: Interesting period photos.... :)
« on: December 03, 2022, 03:01:28 AM »
She is 71 y/o now (Possibly)
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Restoration / Re: Vinyl Top
« on: December 01, 2022, 11:49:59 PM »
As a owner of a 68 Red int car, please post a bunch of photos of the various Red interior shots- Please
Very Neat Car combo- I also vote for Retain V top.
Jim
Very Neat Car combo- I also vote for Retain V top.
Jim
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Originality / Re: Ground Strap Bolts for a 68 LOS car
« on: November 30, 2022, 01:34:56 AM »
12D (LOS) Z28
Driver side
Driver side
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Originality / Re: Starter number 1969 L78 with a Th400
« on: November 27, 2022, 09:04:15 PM »
1969 Chassis Service Manual
Specifications 14
STARTING MOTOR
Model # 1108418
Chevelle/Camaro/Nova
396 V-8 (4 bbl) w/ 3 spd., 4 spd. or M-40
Specifications 14
STARTING MOTOR
Model # 1108418
Chevelle/Camaro/Nova
396 V-8 (4 bbl) w/ 3 spd., 4 spd. or M-40
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Maintenance / Re: 69Z Starter not cranking
« on: November 27, 2022, 08:58:20 PM »
TROUBLESHOOTING
Starting System (Vehicle in a safe condition)
A) Test the starter motor and solenoid: Connect a jumper from the Hot battery post of the solenoid to the "S" post of the solenoid.
B) ^^ as above Determine whether the ignition override switch (i.e. Starting safety switch) are functioning correctly, Disconnect and jumper the connector if needed.
C) Check the ignition switch "START" position: Connect a 12 volt test lamp or voltmeter between the starter (S) post on the solenoid and ground, turn key (Switch) to start and verify voltage presence at the solenoid post.
These should be a few good diagnosis step to start (no pun intended) with.
JIM
Starting System (Vehicle in a safe condition)
A) Test the starter motor and solenoid: Connect a jumper from the Hot battery post of the solenoid to the "S" post of the solenoid.
B) ^^ as above Determine whether the ignition override switch (i.e. Starting safety switch) are functioning correctly, Disconnect and jumper the connector if needed.
C) Check the ignition switch "START" position: Connect a 12 volt test lamp or voltmeter between the starter (S) post on the solenoid and ground, turn key (Switch) to start and verify voltage presence at the solenoid post.
These should be a few good diagnosis step to start (no pun intended) with.
JIM
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Garage Talk / Re: Happy T day
« on: November 24, 2022, 06:30:43 PM »
^^ Right back at ya.
Safety and Healthy are No. 1.
Lets the "Contests" just roll off like water on a Ducks Back.
Safety and Healthy are No. 1.
Lets the "Contests" just roll off like water on a Ducks Back.
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General Discussion / Re: Jay Leno
« on: November 20, 2022, 08:41:06 PM »
My Safety Commitee would ASK where is your PPE!
Safety take a Break for NO one.
Hoping for the Best outcome
Safety take a Break for NO one.
Hoping for the Best outcome
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Garage Talk / Re: Ruff Day for this 1st Gen Owner
« on: November 17, 2022, 01:41:47 AM »
Same Hope they rescue it.
Drive Carefully and Be fully insured with a trusted carrier.
Drive Carefully and Be fully insured with a trusted carrier.
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Originality / Re: Correct Oil fitting L35
« on: November 15, 2022, 03:27:20 AM »12E of 67, so early 68 LOS car? Mine is a NOR 05E of 68Correct Model Year 1968
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Originality / Re: Correct Oil fitting L35
« on: November 14, 2022, 04:46:09 PM »
My LOS (12E) is equipped with the middle set up.
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General Discussion / Re: 1969 Original Battery Cables
« on: November 13, 2022, 05:07:25 PM »
I have this exact same problem.
I have a few Orig 68/69 Cables, yet the Spring Ring Clamp ends or the #10 feeders are damaged. When I reached out to Lectic Limited for inquiry they WILL NOT service any original components due to Liability and any negative effect to sales of their restoration line products.
Now if you GM Orig Factory Cable that just has a damaged Round Ring Spade terminal you can source replacements via Digi-Key or Newark electronics, sizing the Barrel to the proper gage and the Ring hole to the proper size for the stud on the solenoid. Crimp, Solder, Insulate.
A lot of cars judged are not negatively affected by using Factory Fit style replacements ? I think ?
I have a few Orig 68/69 Cables, yet the Spring Ring Clamp ends or the #10 feeders are damaged. When I reached out to Lectic Limited for inquiry they WILL NOT service any original components due to Liability and any negative effect to sales of their restoration line products.
Now if you GM Orig Factory Cable that just has a damaged Round Ring Spade terminal you can source replacements via Digi-Key or Newark electronics, sizing the Barrel to the proper gage and the Ring hole to the proper size for the stud on the solenoid. Crimp, Solder, Insulate.
A lot of cars judged are not negatively affected by using Factory Fit style replacements ? I think ?
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Maintenance / Re: At a loss - engine stalls under load
« on: November 12, 2022, 10:57:56 PM »
My Electrical Apprentice Instructor reminded us.
P=I2R
Power Equals Amps Squared times Resistance.
We all know the function of that wire is to voltage drop (IR) by way of resistance some of the available voltage to the primary winding and the points to preserve point life.
The cost is Heat that is dissipated by the length of resistance wire.
I have not found a vendor source that is selling raw lengths of GM applicable resistance wire & the Harness vendors plainly state they do not sell "Parts" i.e. various connectors, terminals and wire. So Harvesting a Donor harness to obtain a used acceptable chunk of wire to repair your existing harness might be in order.
This is Where I obtain terminals, connectors and tooling for Harness repairs.
http://www.texasindustrialelectric.com/_packard_terminals.asp
P=I2R
Power Equals Amps Squared times Resistance.
We all know the function of that wire is to voltage drop (IR) by way of resistance some of the available voltage to the primary winding and the points to preserve point life.
The cost is Heat that is dissipated by the length of resistance wire.
I have not found a vendor source that is selling raw lengths of GM applicable resistance wire & the Harness vendors plainly state they do not sell "Parts" i.e. various connectors, terminals and wire. So Harvesting a Donor harness to obtain a used acceptable chunk of wire to repair your existing harness might be in order.
This is Where I obtain terminals, connectors and tooling for Harness repairs.
http://www.texasindustrialelectric.com/_packard_terminals.asp