Re: [Chevelle-List] Trim restoration
Jeff Lilly KNOWS what he's doing! That Gent Rock's Seen his work in personjust amazing! Johnnie - Original Message - From: Tania Dzioba [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2003 2:42 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Trim restoration Hello Chevelle enthusiasts! I have a 1966 Malibu and would like to restore the wheel well moldings. I have started to read How to Restore Metal Auto Trim by Jeff Lilly. Sounds good so far, I'm only up to chapter 2. Thought I may get some good tips/do's and don'ts... Thanks! Tania - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Chevelleabration 2004 Attn: Chuck Hanson
And what about all the Single Guy's on the list hooking up with Chuck's "Sister"? Could'nt resist Johnnie - Original Message - From: Michael Pell To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2003 7:38 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Chevelleabration 2004 Attn: Chuck Hanson What?!! I thought this was a family oriented event. :-))) Mike "someone has to ask" P. Dwight Fulton wrote: ( Shes the one that caught you changing clothes) Dwight -- Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com and my For Sale page at http://www.ProStreetCar.com/classifieds.html TREMEC Distributor at http://www.5speedTransmissions.com Team Chevelle member #1778 (Gold), ACES member #1377
[Chevelle-List] Fw: Cheaptrick
I could NOT resist sharing with the list the reply recieved from Tom (Dream Car Garage) Sorry for the unusual posting butalas...I am in need of MOTIVATION to do anything to our Chevelle, other than watching it rot in the Garage Johnnie - Original Message - From: Website To: 'Johnnie Lawson' Sent: Monday, June 16, 2003 9:13 AM Subject: RE: Cheaptrick Johnnie and Lisa, I always have time for this sort of thing. You know, Boyd Coddington said it best. Do what ever you have to do, just make sure the thing is ready for spring. Numbers matching? Who really cares at this point? The fact that you personally blew up the original engine should be a badge of honor. Perhaps this will be sufficient catalyst for a new beginning. How about you and Lisa begin with the back seat? The girls have flown the coop, theres nobody around. In the mean time, theres not a single part on that old Chevelle which cant be had from several different different suppliers and you have a new friend now who can help you through the rough spots. Whats the problem? Now. Get going! Thanks for watching Dream Car Garage and especially for taking the time to write. Best regards, Tom Hnatiw Dream Car Garage -Original Message-From: Johnnie Lawson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2003 6:20 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Cheaptrick Like many others you hear about every day...Our Chevelle languishes in the garage...with a stuck Carb Float...a underinflated tireand the Interior at the Upholsterer.it's Non-Numbers Matching ' 72 Chevelle SS (With the abuse that I have placed on this car it WAS a numbers matching coupebut, Hey that's another story!) Lisa and I have been married for 24 years, and I have had the Chevelle for a total of 26. I've known each and every Woman that has been in the Back Seat, Personally or otherwise as this car was my Brother's Best Friends Graduation Present from High School in 1972. Our Girls have all flown from the nest and we are so busy trying to take care of immediate needs, that we cannot see the "Trees from the Weeds" Guessing that you might be asking what the point might be by now? Just a little line of motivation...encouragement and knowing that time is something you dont really have...a kind word and a boot to get out into the garage and get something done on this car before it Rots away right in front of our eyes. Needless to say, We watch each and every episode...and treasure the entertainment we get from the experience! Johnnie Lisa Lawson' 72 Chevelle SS"Cheaptrick"Team Chevelle 0145
Re: [Chevelle-List] found the cause of my (most recent) problem...
YESa MUST addition to your "Wall Of Shame"! Let's see.a "One-Piece Rocker/Pushrod" a Spidercracked/Superheated Flexplate... Johnnie Lisa Lawson' 72 Chevelle SS"Cheaptrick"Team Chevelle 0145 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2003 5:56 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] found the cause of my (most recent) problem... My trophies would be the cam and liftersflattened cam lobes, and concaved lifters... -Tim-1966 Chevelle
Re: [Chevelle-List] Off-Topic - new car designs
Now...Nowwe MUST call it by it'sNameand Classification. It's a Dodge Magnum SRT 8 and it's a Sports Wagon I'm a Dodge Customer Relations Manager at a Dealership in Orlando..and YES it's Reality! http://4adodge.com Johnnie.a "Dodge Boy" who knows what kind of car to OWN! ' 72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" Team Chevelle # 145 -- Original Message - From: Capt Crunch To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, June 07, 2003 10:01 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Off-Topic - new car designs Oh and by the way... that funky SRT wagon there is a reality!!! A buddy of mine was out in michigan for a snowmobile design competition that is affiliated with the local Auto engineering program here and he said they are running the road course in these bad boys all covered up in bras. Oh a station wagon is so much better then a minivan :)
Re: [Chevelle-List] Can we stick to cars, please?
I'm with Dale Dan Heaven forbid we anger those trying to escape the "Everyday" lives they lead whileOUR Troops are fighting for the very Freedoms that are being thrown about as "Escapes"...in other NON-COALITION Nationsand unfortunately our own. I am REALLY not trying to kick the soapbox here but some of this is plain outrageous...lets have some respect for each other, and maybe yes.if I'm this distracted and annoyed maybe I should take a break from this lists idle chatter. Sorrybut I'm just a little more than PEEVED! Johnnie Proud, and Unfortunately Retired American Paratrooper. And Chevelle Owner - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2003 7:43 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Can we stick to cars, please? In my opinion, when something as big as a war involving our country is going on, it is going to be on peoples minds. And yes, people will talk about it in places that it may be off topic... but, if this kind of discussion is not for you, then look at the subject line and do not read the email... its as simple as changing the channel on the television... Worrying about family members fighting a war in Iraq may be more on peoples mind than what spring rate is best for a big block 71 Chevelle... Just my opinion, others may disagree... Dan McIntoshBagged 64 Impala SSwww.alloldchevy.com - Original Message - From: Dave Benjamin To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2003 12:17 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Can we stick to cars, please? Second that. DaveIngersoll,OntarioMy web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/ - Original Message - From: Capt Crunch To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2003 10:29 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Can we stick to cars, please? I agree 100%. Mikey - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2003 7:27 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-List] Can we stick to cars, please? Y'know, I get nonstop 24-hours-a-day war coverage from the networks and media, pro-war and pro-peace emails from people I know and don't know, etc. etc. etcI consider places like the Chevelle list and other car lists I'm on to be refuges from the rest of the world; places where I can put my daily life behind me and engage in a pastime that I find enjoyable and relaxing. Is it too much to ask that we leave the political sh*t at the door or move it to a more appropriate forum, please?Brad O.-To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.htmlTo start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] rip-off body shops
Was a Man named Burns Waggoner, used to own Speed Sport there in San Antonio... Has had a "Few" cars in Hot Rod Magazinehung out at the Old Bun Barrell on Austin Highway on Friday NightsNEVER steered someone wrong when asked for help of ANY kind... BUT.I aint lived in San Antonio for over ten years. Johnnie - Original Message - From: tjgallant To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2003 6:50 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] rip-off body shops Actually I would like to know that as well. I am in San Antonio and, like the rest of you, do not want to get ripped off. Appreciate any insight. Trent Gallant '67 Chevelle SS - Original Message - From: Spatch To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2003 1:14 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] rip-off body shops Anyone know if there is a place like this in the San Antonio area? Spatch - Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2003 10:57 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] rip-off body shops I was lucky the 1st time. A friend told me about this guy who does restoreation work and I went to see him. He showed me his shop and I saw a low rider being built. I asked about it and he told me it was Grant Hills ( Detroit Pistons). I figured if this place can do Grants, they can do mine. He took my Nova as a fill in during slow times. (8 months) and when he gave it back to me I was as pleased as could be. I was able to come and watch the progress and take pictures. I called about him doing my Chevelle but there is a 14 month waiting list. I sent this guy a lot of business so he said he may try and work me in sooner. Hope so. Ask guys at car shows whose paint you like, who did it and how much. Were they happy, did they get what they expected and most importantly, would they send their mother there for a paint job. I should mention that my Nova only needed very minor body work and paint. RichACES # 05066 From: Stephen Lentz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2003 12:40 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] rip-off body shops You know, I'm getting tired of repeatedly getting screwed the same ways. Somebody with a web site (or someone smarter than me who knows how to build a web site ;- ) should make an "unofficial" list of good and bad shops from all over the states. I surewould haveappreciated someone telling me "Man, I wouldn't go there if I were you". It would save a lot of us guys a lot of time, money and problems. Steve -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of SteveSent: Saturday, March 29, 2003 10:29 AMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-List] rip-off body shops I waited for 6 years to save for the chance to fully restore my 1968 SS Chevelle I have owned for 26 years. In that 6 yrs., I scouted body shops to find the best to fit my requirements. I was met with statements that the shop only did insurance work, or they will never do another restoration again! But I was able to find 3 shops in the region who wanted to tackle a full restoration. I chose aguy whohad a large shop and did mostly restorations. The owner had a day job and had mechanics working the shop in the day and he worked at night. I had 3 yrs. to check out the guys work and he always seemed to know about restoration work and the problems associated with overhauling an entire classic car. I had an estimate of about $6000 for the basic work, excluding any hidden problems uncovered. He said it would take about 6 month to complete, starting in Nov 1999. To make a long story shorter, it took over a year, I had trouble finding the owner at the shop when he said he would be there, the cost ended up at over $11,000. (I had him do the interior at an interior shop, so that added about $1500.) After I finally got him to deliver the car to me, I found the quarters were original, with 1/2 inch thick bondo over the rustout areas.The agreement was to replace them with full quarters, which he charged me12 hrs labor plus parts for each side. There was still fist-size holes in the
Re: [Chevelle-List] Non Chevelle (Hemi)
Being a "Closet" Dodge Boy.(I work at a Dealership).the Hemi is NOW available in the 1500 in both Standard Cab and Quad. The production figures for the units will increase as orders following the hollidays catch up with demand! As for the SRT-10...we're told after the first of the year each dealership is to recieve two! For news and a look at these.www.4aDodge.com Johnnie Lawson ' 72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" Funding for Our Chevelle made possible by Daimler-Chrysler.LOL!
Re: [Chevelle-List] 66 Wiper Switch Gymnastics
I say Twenty Paces, Turn and Fire! ReallyCome on Guy's..it's Christmas! Kids I trained in the 82nd Airborne, are Missing ANOTHER Christmas while planning and conducting Combat Operations in Afghanastan.LIGHTEN UP! Get a life.Forgive yourselves and MOVE ON. (Tell Em Clint!) Johnnie Lawson ' 72 Chevelle SS Cheaptrick Team Chevelle # 145 - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 19, 2002 5:41 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] 66 Wiper Switch Gymnastics Ok,boys and girls. Let's lighten up here just a tad. Clint Hooper LT5 Registry Director Wichita Falls,Tx (940) 855-6636 '91 ZR-1 Callaway Aerobody TX TAGS: USA ZR1 http://www.LT5Registry.net/ '69 El Camino Pro Street - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Surprise from Year One
Congradulations Herb!! Now...that gift certificate..you know Santa Herb, that many on the list have been especially GOOD this year. (Just Kidding) Great Elco! - Original Message - From: Herbert Lumpp To: Chevelle List Sent: Friday, November 15, 2002 7:31 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Surprise from Year One As I walked in the front door after work today, there was a box from Year One sitting there. Naturally the first thing my wife says is "Now what did you order?" "Nothing honey, I swear, what is it?" I reply. Apparently, while at the Bristol Bash I won second place in the Muscle on the Mountain drag race! That's a shock considering I was never able to makea full power run. Either way, Year One sent me a gift certificate for $100 and a cool glass trophy that lights up from underneath, and they didn't even charge me for shipping! cYa- Herb Lumpp1966 El CaminoACES 3509, MCC 528http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/
Re: [Chevelle-List] Dash Lights out
I believe should you remove the headlight switch assembly, you will find the culprit! Note the condition of the contact...if the spring is cookedyou've found your ground out! Never did know how to spell Rheastat.or whatever it is really called! Sorry bout that... Johnnie - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 04, 2002 4:55 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Dash Lights out Hey guys Need a little help. The dash lights in my 70 keep blowing the fuse out and I cannot locate the source of the problem. It seems as to happen when the dimmer switch is turned near where the dash lights would be the brightest. Any ideas??? I need to get this fixed before I go down to Maryland this friday night with it. Tom - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[Chevelle-List] New Shoes / Fallen Warrior
Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Biased I'm sure...but I've alway's Laced Up a set of T/A Radials26 Years worth! On a Sad note, Co-Worker bringing his Grandfathers NUMBERS MATCHING '66 Elco 396 (for us to see at work) has suffered the ultimate fate for twisted metal. The Kid was hospitalized with multiple fractures and cuts...currently at home pretty sore! The '66 is totaled and is currently under claim. ($12,500)The Driver behind him took out the bed, and pushed him into the intersection where he was t-boned by a F250 4x4 Maybe we should change the thread.. Johnnie Lawson ' 72 Chevelle SS Cheaptrick Team Chevelle 0145 - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] Newcomer
Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Welcome Carl.. And Hey... Not ALOT wrong with being a Used Car Salesman..LOL! (Hell, I even calculated the last two sales of this last year for me...about four hours of work...and a $1400 return on that timecant be all bad..) I just cant resist giving some grief on that subject! Johnnie The Dodge Boy Lawson ' 72 Chevelle SS Cheaptrick Team Chevelle # 145 - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[Chevelle-List] Happy New Year!
Happy New Year.. Please Be Safe... Lisa and I just returned home after witnessing a "Tragedy", A Grand Sport Corvette in the middle of an intersection hit by some careless/mindless kid out for a joyride in his "Momma's" Car.No injuries other than a once pristine collector car now with months of work to return to service... (if at all!) Guess he'll have a Holliday to remember for awhile. Johnnie Lisa Lawson ' 72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" Team Chevelle # 0145
[Chevelle-List] Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas! May the Peace of Christ find you among Love and Happiness this day! May our Armed Forces never feel abandoned and alone in keeping the very thread of Freedom safe for all to hold. May our projects stop collecting dust in the driveway and find new life and vision! (LOL!) I bought myself a "present", a membership to Team Chevelle! Give thanks to Al that we have a Forum and know each other through his efforts! (Soapbox Off) Johnnie Lisa Lawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" Team Chevelle # 145
[Chevelle-List] Cheaptrick is Back!
Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List After waiting for four months... We have the Chevelle back home! New tank/sending unit, new rear valence, new bumper and refinished rear quarterall painted and looking good. (NOS GM Bumper at that!) The best news, we have found a Injected 502 for a Song/Dance! So...the search is on for a Transmission, and since this thread is current, I will be lurking and reading all replies! If your in Florida and have a lead on possible candidates (Transmissions) please let me know...if your not in Florida and it's in my interest...I will consider travel. (Shameless request for HELP!) Standard/Autodon't really matter. Prefer StandardOf Course! Excited in Orlando! Johnnie LisaLawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" [EMAIL PROTECTED] - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html To start a new topic, send mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Black 66 or 67 Chevelle?
I see you HAVE named the Chevelle! I wondered just what you would figure out...My Vote was the same as chosen! Taking Life as I canOur Chevelle was Hit by some @sshole a couple of weeks ago...right in front of a DeputyThank God! (after summoning the "Local" policeman...who said their could not be more than $100.00 damage to my Chevelle...they towed the "Offender" Escort away Totalled! The next morning at 8:01 AM State Farm called and wanted to know where to send the check Hopefully it's a done deal and will get fixed! Take Care My Friend! Johnnie - Original Message - From: 396guy To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 9/7/01 11:18:07 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] Black 66 or 67 Chevelle? Lon, I've got two 66's and three 67's plus one 67 Elky at my gallery - http://www.dalesplace.com/htm/gallery/gallery.htmand numerous others at my Chevelle shows pictures at http://www.bull-enterprises.com/dalesplace/htm/chevelle_shows/shows.htm (check different events). My first 67 SS (in 67) was black/black. While gorgeous when clean, that was the problem with a driver...keeping it that way. Personally, I'd leave it gold with the black vinyl top. It's different and looks great just the way it is. Dale McIntosh ACES #1709/TC #92 Gold GR8PMKN - 67 SShttp://www.dalesplace.com -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Friday, September 07, 2001 9:21 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: [Chevelle-List] Black 66 or 67 Chevelle? Do any of you know of some pictures on line that I can view a nice black 66-67 Chevelle? I am thinking about painting mine black this fall and want to get an idea. Thanks Lonhttp://www.geocities.com/brook92000/Index.html67 Chevelle and 70 Monte Carlo Johnnie LisaLawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] sorry
Title: sorry Welcome to the List Gellert! Man That Chevelle is "On-Fire Red"! (Shades will be appropriate on sunny day's!) Keep Plugging. Johnnie LisaLawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] need reliable mechanic/body shop in passaic county nj
Well.I certainly don't know much about "Jersey". But Welcome to the List Chris, and Greetings from "Mickey-Towne"! Johnnie Lawson ' 72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick"
RE: [Chevelle-List] New Guy
The "Question" Mike is how are you able to Drive that Beast with a cast on.. Unless your not THAT Mike SkinnerLOL! Welcome to the List Mike!! Greetings from "Mickey-Towne"! Johnnie LisaLawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Headlight pieces
Right on Team ChevelleListed in the parts sectionstook me all of a minute to find one. Rowdy...your hunting a Fender Extension...Alas, the pair I have are for a 71/72! Johnnie - Original Message - From: Rowdy Yates To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 7/22/01 1:24:14 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Headlight pieces Replies to this message are sent to The Chevelle Mailing List Alright, my 70 Chevelle is a recent purchase.The interior is beautiful, matter of fact, it looks like nobody has ever sat in it. BUT, It was rear ended and pushed into another car.I've found the trunk lid, rear quarter, front and rear bumpers, hood and grille, but the headlight covers.I don't know what to call them, the pieces that hold the headlights in place and fill the space between the hood and bumper/body insert I can't find anywhere.I just need the drivers side piece. Anybody know what this is called and/or where I can find them? Jeff Yates 1970 Chevelle 1979 Trans Am 1997 GMC Sierra - To Unsubscribe please visit www.chevelles.net/list.html Johnnie LisaLawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-List] SS 454 vs SS
I Really cant believe we're going to get into another Pis_ing Match about the 71-72 Engine Option's..AGAIN? Both aren't original 454 cars SS wo had 350 My "Mighty" 2 Barrel 350ci Steed.. came equipped right behind a LS5 on the production line.I was at Fisher Body, Kansas City Missouri and watched the Chevelle roll off the line. (Quite the excitement for a 12 year old!) Johnnie
RE: [Chevelle-List] Web page
I say..Herb...You are a Busy Man! If your in Tampa...we need to meet up at Olde Towne...We're in Sanford (Orlando) Great Site...I'm still wishing about mine! LOL! Good to see it up and great job with your Elky and the site! Johnnie LisaLawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: [Chevelle-List] Fwd: Hello
Welcome Aboard ButchThe Family that Details Together..LOL! And Greeting's from "Mickey-Towne"! (Orlando) Johnnie LisaLawson '72 Chevelle SS "Cheaptrick" [EMAIL PROTECTED]
