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For everyone on CRG, I just posted this on Facebook.  Just an FYI for you. 

For all the gear heads out there, had an unfortunate issue pop up yesterday with the Green monsta.  Started it up and pulled it into the shop only to find gas hemorrhaging through the vent tube and down into the venturi's. Took it all apart, cleaned the needle and seat installed a new power valve, put it back together same problem. Installed another carburetor and had the same issue. Called a friend and he told me it could be an issue with the calibration of the fuel pump. I pulled the pump off and installed a good used pump on the Shelf and the problem went away. I don't know who is restoring or rebuilding these AC fuel pumps but evidently the pump on my car worked well for two years and then all of a sudden the calibration went South. Just some food for thought if you're having your original AC pump rebuilt. In my stock Eliminator race car I run 7 lb of fuel pressure and that's no problem for a Holley carburetor. So for this mechanical pump to fail it had to be pushing anywhere between 10 to 12 lbs of fuel pressure to the carburetor. For many car guys who don't work on their own stuff just be warned that this problem could crop up if you've had an original AC pump rebuilt.  Notice the two simulated adjusting screws on the back of the pump. Factory pumps are not built like this.

Sharing with the group here.  Last month a newly discovered '67 Yenko converted Camaro was found after 50+ years.  It was disguised as a Z28!  I've inspected and certified the car two weeks ago.  It belongs to a personal friend of mine.  The car will be sold, it has full docs and all original sheet metal, no rust!  Loaded with factory installed options too, AO2, A67, G80 3.73, J52, L78, M21, N34, U35, U63, Z22 and Z23.  Shipped new to Craig Chevrolet, Edmond, OK.  Missing the original CE engine and M21 and that's it.  The original rear axle and traction are still in the car.  Car will need to be restored but it will be an easy restoration.  WD had all of the paperwork on this car including the D. Harrell paperwork and it has the complete title history.       

An amazing find in 2024. 

Jerry 

 I received a call yesterday from Kelsey Tire.  I was told that John Kelsey passed away last month.  Ann, his daughter reached out to me about an hour ago.  John and I worked together on many projects and was one of the best in the restoration market.  John took on a project for me making the 7.35 x 15" redline Power Cushions for the '67 Z28 several years ago. 

Ann also told me that the company will continue on.  She had been working with her dad over the past two-three years.  So, the good news is Kelsey Tire will continue on.  RIP John Kelsey, you were such an asset to the vintage car hobby.

Jerry

I have a customer who is looking for a '68 Z28 distributor, 1111467, he has an original 1111480 9H12 late date he will trade which we have already restored.  The 467 would have to be dated 8B7, 8B8, 8A5, 8A3, 8A10 or 7J3.

Thanks,

Jerry

If anyone owns or knows of a 1967 375 hp Camaro with K19, we need a photo of the passenger's side valve cover.  Rebuilding an engine here at CHP and have a right side cover with bracket, just need to confirm. 

Thanks,

Jerry

Checking here to see if anyone may have an original pair of NOS rally sport head lamp bezels.  I'm trying to finish my last restoration project, a 1968 Z28 that I've known since new, and it was sold new at A.D. Anderson Chevrolet (where my '67 Z28 race car was also sold).  Anderson was the flagship performance dealer in Baltimore.  Hope to have it done for summer cruise events.  It's a factory cowl plenum car and originally like my white survivor Z28 with Kustom headers.  Only 87 Z28s got both options. 

Part #3898149 and 3898150.  Any help in locating a set is greatly appreciated!

Jerry 

Does anyone know of a good glass company-supplier for correct glass for 67-69 Camaro?  Paul's Auto glass is now retired and some of the other stuff is from China.  Trying to find a good supplier for a customer and a car I am trying to finish.

Thanks,

Jerry

Does anyone know of competent vendor who can rebuild hood hinges?  I need new rivets installed for my '67 Z28 Stock Eliminator race car.

Thanks,

Jerry

Just a note to the group.  Seller on Ebay selling '69 Z28 stating car has its original number's matching engine.  I have confirmed for a client that it does not.  Here's a photos for all to see.  All of the characters for an 09C late build Z28 engine are incorrect.  The vin stamped numbers are not even close.  Just an FYI, buyer's beware.

Attention all 1967 Z28 owners.  After 10 years of working with John Kelsey on the 7.35 x 15" redlines for the '67 Z28, the tires are now available through Kelsey Tire.  I received the first redline Goodyear Power Cushion sample today.  We have been working on the details of this project since last year.  Very exciting news for the hobby. 

The tires are awesome and right on the money.  Call 800-325-0091 for yours today!

Jerry

Just a note to say looking forward to this year's Camaro Nationals next week.  This year promises to be even better and better with expectations of over 600 cars.  We will have some very nice examples in the 'Legends Certification' class and also some newly found survivor cars for the Legends class.  The large air conditioned building that we now work in is very nice and the city of Frederick has opened its arms to this ACA Camaro National event. 

Hope to see you all there.

Jerry

Just found out that an original L78 car without the original engine was represented as an all original L89 Camaro certified by me.  The car was certified but it was missing its original L78 engine.  This car is not an original L89.  It was an original L78 car.  The original 840 heads were still with the car when I inspected it three years ago.

Jerry

Just wanted to let this forum know about a car listed for sale that may be suspect.  I was suppose to do an on-site inspection today on a '69 Z28 in New Jersey.  This trip had been planned for three weeks.  Last night I received an email from my client that the owner was NOT going to allow me to do an inspection on the car and had to buy the car without any inspection for I think, $55,000.00.  I am posting the vin here so enthusiasts will know to be careful.

9N576784, January build date.

Thanks,

Jerry

The Camaro Nationals held at the Frederick Fairgrounds was a big success. All of the "Legend" and "Bow Tie" class cars are now in an air conditioned building at the fairgrounds with plenty of room for moving cars around. Best judging conditions we've ever had.

All of the national judging teams have been consistant now for many years. Larry Christensen and I have now been working together for over 20 years. Bob Harris and Brad McAdam are not far behind in the years we've worked together. The chemistry and consistancy of what we do is now better than ever.

We also introduced "Legend Vintage" judging this year for all original survivor type 1st Gen Camaros. Make arrangements to attend next year. Should be even bigger and better! Car count was well over 425 cars this year!

Special thanks go out to the Maryland Camaro Club and the American Camaro Association.  See you next year!

Jerry

I received an email from Mike Strickler this morning.  He told me that Bill Jenkins passed away this morning. 

May he rest in peace.

Jerry

Has anyone kept in touch with Don Stowers?  He has an original copo car and '67 Z28.  Last I heard he was in the Carolinas............

I saw him at the York show a few years back.

Any help appreciated.

Thanks,

Jerry

Huge correction factor on most big block cars at B-J and Russo Steele.  Hemi cars and copos are way down.  Way down. 

Very nice 1969 rally green copo Camaro way down...........nicest one there and one I certified with oem BE rear.  Did $107K.  Rick Henricks bought that one.  Another fathom green copo did $99K with the oem engine.  I did that certification too.  Hemi cars were really taking a bath except for the '71 convert which did 1.7 million at Russo Steele.

For the most part, Z28's were holding their own, the two nicest went for $75K and 80K plus commission.  Paul Kiel's Diamond Certified British green '68 Z28 sold for $56K.  That was a steal as it's one of the nicest in the country.  Bob Tyler owned it and decided to cash out on that car.  Bob has been a good client of mine for many years.  Great guy and many cars in his collection.   

Also saw many restamps and some repro cowl tags so again, it's buyer beware. 

Had a nice dinner with Bill Glowacki and the local Camaro club out there.  Great people!  Was as great time and the weather was unbeatable.

More later,

Jerry 

Wanted to share this with the CRG folks and people who hang out here.  I posted a new link on our CHP home page for all to read.  

In the terms of record breaking year, I didn't mean with the business.  What I'm saying is it was a spectacular 2010 racing season for Team Camaro Hi-Perfomance in both performance and competition.  Between setting a new NHRA "certified" national record and recording the quickest elapsed time & mph ever recorded by a stock 302 Z28 Camaro, we finished out the racing season in the "Top 10 Drivers" for Stock Eliminator.  Out of 233 competitors in division one's Stock Eliminator, we finished 9th in the point standings for the year.  That means a pay out for the "Top 10" drivers and some recognition at the NHRA awards banquet this Winter.

I want to thank all of our customer base, friends and family for your support this season.  Without you, this would not have been possible.  I am humbled by the whole experience this year, and it will be very hard to top this season in 2011.  We will give it our best effort though.

This new link is still in the building stages.  The paragraphs are not separated (they will be) and the software that runs it right now will not allow us to modify it.  It will be modified when time permits so that it's easier reading for everyone.  All of the photographs are posted in order for the season, starting top left to right and moving downward.  All photos are captioned too.  When you click on the photo, it will enlarge with the caption.  I hope that it gives everyone who hangs out here a better understanding of all that goes on at NHRA National Events and what is involved in setting an official NHRA National Record.

http://z28camaro.com/azcms/gallery.php?gazpart=view&gazimage=21

Thanks to everyone!

Jerry

 

Wanted to know if anyone on the forum knows where the Prestone aerosol can brake clean can be purchased?  Walmart here used to carry it and now they only stock the CRC, which we do not like at all, takes forever to dry and leaves a film.  The Prestone is in a tall yellow can.

Any help appreciated.  I have been to several stores in my area but no one carries it and CHP likes this brand the best.  Never hurts to post a request here.

Thanks,

Jerry

Just an FYI for everyone.  Went to the quarter finals in Stock Eliminator at the Columbus Points race.  Earned some good $$$$.  Qualified very well, Ben Wenzel was also here with his '67 Z28.  Wanted to say thanks to some of my Camaro customers who stopped out to check out the racing.  Gene Zoll, Bill Orndorff and Dave Welch.

Very long weekend, and a lot of great racing.  Heading back to MD in the morning.

Jerry

Does anyone who visits these boards know anything about this car?  It's a real Z28 but someone has changed the cowl tag.  Probably to change the color.  The drive train is real and the car is for sale at Ash Tisdelle Classic Cars in Orange Park, FL.  I looked at the car yesterday.

Any help appreciated,

Jerry

Just an FYI for everyone on this site.  Racing at the Bristol NHRA natinonal event this weekend, Fri, Sat and Sun.  Of special note, Ben Wenzel is here with his '67 Z28 too.  As many Camaro historians know Ben bought this car new and won the biggest drag racing event in 1967, the US Nationals in Indianapolis.  Ben and brother David are sportsmen legends in the world of drag racing! 

We are pitted together and it's so cool to see two real 1967 Z28's parked togehter.  You will not see that at ANY NHRA national events. 

Another cool car will be here too.  Donny Beeler's '67 L48 4-speed Camaro.  This Granada gold Camaro looks almost like it did when it rolled off the assembly line in 1967.  And it's fast!  Low 11 sec ET's.

What I have always loved about Stock Eliminator is the fact that this class is the only class in all of motorsports where the car has to remain almost identical to the way it left the showroom floor with the exception of safety equipment, headers and 9" rear tires.

Class eliminations for us is tomorrow.  This track is an awesome facility!

Jerry

Just thought I'd let you all know that we thrashed the new '67 Z28 race car today.  Had clutch problems with the freshened up clutch and it slipped all the way down the track.  I aborted the run as not to ruin the new parts.  We pulled the trans and clutch at the track, took it all apart and made adjustments in my trailer on the work bench.  Put it all back together and ran quicker than the current NHRA national record both in ET and MPH.  10.51 @ 126.10 MPH.  The record is a 10.53 at 125.96.  We will go for the record tomorrow.  If we ice it down and can get the car hooked up at the starting line, it should run in the 10.40's.

More later,

Jerry

Latest update. 

Still waiting for step headers to come back from dyno shop so I can put them back on the car.  Spare engine made 494 hp on the dyno with these trip headers.  Headers were suppose to be mailed back to me three day air from Albuquerque and went ground by mistake.  Then there is a big snow storm coming in here Friday, (taliking 12-30" now) and this might be a problem loading the car and towing if the roads are not good.  And my buddy is having trouble with his motorhome.  So, will have to keep everyone posted.  Seems that all is working against me on this trip to the west coast.  Stay tuned.

More later,

Jerry

For anyone here trying to contact me via e-mail.  Having a tough time right now.  My Juno e-mail system has crashed twice after we upgraded to 5.0 and installed a new larger hard drive for my data base.  I am hoping to be back up and running today.  I'm sorry for the inconvenieice. 

Seems that the newer versions of Juno are not working as well as the old 4.0 version.  At least for me.  Never had any issues in 11 years with that system.  Juno is telling me the fix is a newer version, 5.1.83 which is what we're doing now.

One of the best in the business, (John McBeth, a Camaro guy) is taking care of me with these issues and by the time we're done, I will owe him my new '67 Z28 race car!  OMG!

Thanks,

Jerry