Re: [Chevelle-list] Horrific - keep it on the track
This incident happened in PG county, MD. I'm not 100% sure of the location but I know MIR is just down Rt. 3 a ways from PG county. To put into perspective, I live near Baltimore and go to MIR, and these people are AT LEAST 40 minutes closer to MIR than I am. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 10:58 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Horrific - keep it on the track I heard this story on the news and at that time I was wondering, would having more available tracks around, would that help with the illegal street racing? I feel really bad for the families involved and wish them the best after this unfortunate accident. _ Delicious ideas to please the pickiest eaters. Watch http://living.aol.com/video/how-to-please-your-picky-eater/rachel-campos-du ffy/2050827?NCID=aolcmp0030002598 the video on AOL Living.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Hello? / Engine Storage Box
Josh, I'm terribly saddened to hear about your predicament. I'd like to help any way I can. I currently have some large space available under the hood of my '51 Buick Roadmaster and would be glad to help you store one of those big blocks. Let me know if I can help. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Josh Campbell Sent: Friday, February 15, 2008 10:40 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Hello? / Engine Storage Box I'm trying to figure out a better way to store my spare blocks/ engines currently they take up space in the back corner of my shop, currently there are 6 of them 2 big blocks and the rest are mice. I'm thinking of getting one of those little storage sheds to keep them in and free up some space. It amazes me I have a 30x50 garage and due to the tools/ equipment/ and misc. stuff its all I can to to work on 2 cars!! Josh Campbell 66 SS 396 (Black on the rotisseree, 1st car never part with it) 66 SS 396 (Red got it on a trade I only wanted the steering wheel) 87 Monte Carlo SS (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on) _ Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=51734/*http:/tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/ca tegory.php?category=shopping them fast with Yahoo! Search.
Re: [Chevelle-list] OPG
My experience with OPG has been positive, for the most part. I did have a bit of a customer service headache when I ordered some full length floor pans which IMO were not full length. The description in the catalog made it sound like the pans went from toe board to under the back seat and I didn't know any better. The guy I spoke to when ordering them assured me this was the case, but when they got here, the pans stopped just in front of the back seat. Considering that under the seat was one of the worst areas for my car, I really needed this. I called the same guy and asked him to see if they had a pan that did go under the seat. He told me the part number of a part that he knew was a full pan - the same part number I had in my hands! On a positive note, they did offer to refund my money in full including shipping (both the return shipping and the original shipping). I ended up keeping the pans and fabbing the parts I needed under the seats. There was another order that got messed up shortly after that and that time it was completely my fault. Nevertheless, they gave me a complete refund on the parts and ALL shipping. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Holleman Sent: Monday, January 28, 2008 12:26 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OPG My favorite OPG experience was I placed an order for several items. Two weeks later I called to check on a delivery date. The customer service guy says that it would take another week to get it shipped as they had just got around to processing the order that day. Seems they had been real busy and it was taking them two weeks just to process an order. He thought I was being a jerk for thinking that was an unreasonable amount of time to get the order in their system. That order took a month to receive and half of the items were backordered. I still buy an occasional item from them because they do have things that other companies don't. Mike - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The mailto:chevelle-list@chevelles.net Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, January 28, 2008 10:31 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OPG I have never had the opportunity to buy from OPG, because when I have called them, they never have the item instock. They explained they will ship items as they come in and pro rate shipping based on what the total would be to ship all items at once. Not worth the hassel. NPD and GU have been good, but 90% of the I time use Classic Muscle, best on pricing, cost of shipping, quality of parts and service. They list all parts by the original GM part number which makes it real easy especially when using the Assembly Manual for replacing parts. http://www.oldmusclecars.com/ Krister '66 SS, L34, #'s -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Deal with OPG long enough and you will find out what the issue is. A ripoff on shipping, and they will tell you they have something when they don't. I will never use them again. _ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.19.14/1247 - Release Date: 1/28/2008 10:59 AM
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevy Snowthrower
That's a fake ad. The poster of that ad stole the pics from: http://www.gizmag.com/go/4889/ http://www.v8snowblowers.com/ Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Carl Ziegler Sent: Saturday, January 19, 2008 3:48 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevy Snowthrower http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/grd/541649475.html Thought you guys might find this interesting??? This is not mine, just ran across it though. _ Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=51734/*http:/tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/ca tegory.php?category=shopping them fast with Yahoo! Search.
Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit?
Stories such as yours really drive the point home, IMO, that spending a ton of money on exhaust is a waste of time, unless you have a show car that doesn't actually see any road time.I see people spending $1000 or more on exhaust and that's just insane. There are so many places where that money could be spent more wisely. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Rightler Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2008 10:00 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit? The Flowmaster kit was easy to install on my 70, however, after 6 years and less than 20K miles, the mufflers blew out on the bottom from moisture collecting and now they need to be replaced. The pipes themselves are not in that great of shape either and this is on a car that doesn't go out in the rain. I will say that Pypes has a nice system with the X pipe setup and you can get it in stainless steel which is a huge bonus in my book. I'm probably going to end up replacing the Flowmaster system on my 70 with their X pipe. The only thing is, I personally don't really care for the sound of the Pypes mufflers so I'll substitute them with something else. I did put the Pypes X-system on my 69 Charger and it is one of the best fitting systems I've ever put on a car Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor
Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit?
Last time I had an exhaust installed, it was full headers-back 2 1/2 exhaust with Dynomax mufflers, welded (no clamps) for $300. That's cheaper than a Flowmaster kit *and* installed. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2008 11:57 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit? Actually, it seems to me like it's the cars that don't see a lot of road time and go through cold winters that have more exhaust problems. Also, a Flowmaster kit is really not expensive considering that for a few hundred bucks it is a fairly complete kit that you can install yourself. JMO Quoting Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Stories such as yours really drive the point home, IMO, that spending a ton of money on exhaust is a waste of time, unless you have a show car that doesn't actually see any road time.I see people spending $1000 or more on exhaust and that's just insane. There are so many places where that money could be spent more wisely. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Rightler Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2008 10:00 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit? The Flowmaster kit was easy to install on my 70, however, after 6 years and less than 20K miles, the mufflers blew out on the bottom from moisture collecting and now they need to be replaced. The pipes themselves are not in that great of shape either and this is on a car that doesn't go out in the rain. I will say that Pypes has a nice system with the X pipe setup and you can get it in stainless steel which is a huge bonus in my book. I'm probably going to end up replacing the Flowmaster system on my 70 with their X pipe. The only thing is, I personally don't really care for the sound of the Pypes mufflers so I'll substitute them with something else. I did put the Pypes X-system on my 69 Charger and it is one of the best fitting systems I've ever put on a car Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor
Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit?
It wasn't a kit. This was a completely custom job. I have no idea how much of that was parts and how much was labor, because it was a few years ago. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Nasta Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2008 12:29 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] best self-install kit? How much does that same Dynomax kit cost now and what was the labor rate when you did that? Quoting Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Last time I had an exhaust installed, it was full headers-back 2 1/2 exhaust with Dynomax mufflers, welded (no clamps) for $300. That's cheaper than a Flowmaster kit *and* installed. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute!
Re: [Chevelle-list] Car won't start
Ever have one of those forehead-slapping moments where you thought Wow! Why didn't I think of that? I've always been notoriously bad at diagnosing stuff that goes wrong with my cars. I'm not sure why. I can put stuff together great, but when something goes wrong, I'm hopeless. That is, until I read your post. This is exactly the approach I take when debugging something on a website or web-based application I've built. Just as you said, go to where you know everything is right and work your way up the chain. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim H. Thompson Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2008 8:30 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Car won't start Rule #1 start with something you know is OK. Since the power comes from the battery that is the first thing you make sure is right. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Josh Campbell Sent: Tuesday, January 01, 2008 8:39 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Car won't start Hey all here is a good one. Not long after I got the 71 the car wouldn't start I just figured it was the fact the positive end of the soleniod was loose or the crappy battery terminals, which I am not ruling out yet. Anyway today I jerked the starter off and fixed the soleniod. I tried the key and it bumped over for a second then quit. Then I tried the lights, nothing. So I thought bad connection, I wiggled the wires and checked the fuses and nothing. So tomorrow I'm off to buy some terminals. Any other ideas in case that don't work? Anyway thanks in advance. Josh Campbell 66 SS 396 (Black on the rotisseree, 1st car never part with it) 66 SS 396 (Red got it on a trade I only wanted the steering wheel) 87 Monte Carlo SS (The modern Chevelle especially when you add the right stuff) 71 Malibu (Something new to blow my money on) _ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=51733/*http:/mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8H DtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ%20 it now.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Scam
Someone should notify ebay. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 26, 2007 12:27 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Scam In a message dated 12/25/2007 8:19:01 P.M. Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It looks like the first picture on the eBay auction is the same as the picture that had a link to it earlier in this thread yes i was going to comment that the pictures were some of the same that i was sent Harlan _ See AOL's top http://food.aol.com/top-rated-recipes?NCID=aoltop000304 rated recipes and easy http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aoltop000303 ways to stay in shape for winter.
Re: [Chevelle-list] o/t e-mail question
It is really just a simple string search, as far as I know. Google probably has some method of determining relevance when deciding whether or not to include a page containing the e-mail address in the results, though. This is just speculation, but for your e-mail address, it only returns 9 results, though your address definitely appears on more web pages than that on this list's archives. Google must be determining that the relevance (or, the uniqueness) of those other pages isn't high enough to also be included. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, December 21, 2007 4:32 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] o/t e-mail question this might sound dumb, but how or what does the google search look for when you type in someones e-mail address?? i put mine in there and it comes up with a few e-mails from the list, but no others? then i put a friends of mine in there and it comes up with nothing?? In a message dated 12/20/2007 3:15:41 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yup! Google the e-mail address [EMAIL PROTECTED] Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore ** See AOL's top rated recipes (http://food.aol.com/top-rated-recipes?NCID=aoltop000304)
Re: [Chevelle-list] chevelle for sale-- scam???
Yup! Google the e-mail address [EMAIL PROTECTED] Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 20, 2007 2:58 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] chevelle for sale-- scam??? so they are sending this all over to different states and scamming who ever they can?? In a message dated 12/20/2007 7:55:48 A.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I think I found the ad See for yourself. It wasn't hard to find with google...Plug and play...Plug and play.. CHEVELLE '70 SS 454 Coupe, $4500 clear title, black, 89010 mi, manual. Call 434-336-4416 or email me [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ See AOL's top http://food.aol.com/top-rated-recipes?NCID=aoltop000304 rated recipes and easy http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aoltop000303 ways to stay in shape for winter.
Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T business
Harlan, I have no experience running an auto shop. I know a few who do and I also have some experience with other small businesses (including my own freelance web stuff, see sig). Some of the people I know are in the happy position of being so busy they don't need to advertise their services because word-of-mouth is so strong they can't handle the business load as it is. The problem small businesses (of any kind) encounter is how to advertise in ways that generate a return on their advertising dollar. The bottom line is, don't bother advertising if you're unwilling to spend real money and do it for a long term. Advertising works by having people see your ad (and brand) in numerous places a bunch of times. Placing a one-time ad in a local newspaper is an absolute waste of money that would be better spent elsewhere. Because of the nature of your business, you'll want to really target your advertising in places which are local and relevant. I'm not sure about your area, but we have a magazine here on the east coast called Cruisin (http://www.cruisingmagazine.net/) which would be a good place to advertise if you were on the east coast. There's probably some stuff like that in your area. This would be the kind of place to look to advertise. There are many other things you can do that can raise brand awareness: - Sponsor a car show. There are a lot of car shows which need sponsors. They need to pay for the space, trophies, advertising, etc., and sponsors help them offset these costs. The fee to become a sponsor varies. - Become involved in some local car clubs. I know some people in some of the clubs I belong to keep pretty busy just doing stuff for other members. - Network with other similar services. For instance, if you do everything except paint, work out a partnership agreement with a body shop. - Sponsor a Shop Night with one of your local clubs, where club members can come to the shop and learn something (as long as it is interesting and useful) - Get a website and put interesting information on it. Show the quality of your work and write articles which show your knowledge and passion. If you decide to go for it full time, all I can say is good luck. I find one of the biggest challenges to be finding a way to grow the business while also DOING the business. About 7 years ago, I ran a talent agency, booking tours across the US and Europe for some heavy metal and punk bands. The bands were popular enough that booking the tours wasn't really a problem. The challenging part was that as the owner of the agency, I not only had to do business (book tours) but also run the business. I had to be human resources, accounts payable, accounts receivable, the marketing department, the IT department, and then I could actually do the work that got the money. That added a major amount of stress and served to get in the way of making money. This October, I weighed heavily whether I was willing to go out on my own. These days I'm an IT consultant. In September I was looking to leave the company I was with. During my job search, I found numerous opportunities which would have allowed me to go out on my own. The challenge, however would have been ensuring that the rate I charged would cover not only the money I wanted to make while doing the work, but the money I didn't make while running the business. In other words, if I wanted to earn $x per hour, I needed to earn at least 2*$x while producing, to cover the time when I wasn't producing. Keep that in mind when setting rates - you need to be making money when you're at the desk paying bills or accepting payments, or doing sales, not just when you're doing real work. Good luck, man! Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, December 15, 2007 6:14 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] O/T business Since its slow, I thought I would ask, I have been out of work since 3-07 and have applied at over 190 places, (and the electric company and others are ruthless-wanting to shut me off) I used to work at car dealers mainly doing warranty claims, I am desperately trying to get out of this,(kind of cut throat) and was wondering if anyone had any tips about starting your own business? I kind of have a side line but its mostly friends who want stuff done for cheap. I want to do restoration work (which I am familiar) but would also like to do street rods, fabrication, suspension, engine installs. And was thinking of hiring someone for this-- my main worries are how to get that first customer? advertise? where?? (a friend of mine has his own business and his advertising rarely brings
Re: [Chevelle-list] source for trading of cars?
Check out my site, www.thehotrodclassifieds.com Primarily ONLY domestic, pre-1974 muscle cars and classics, with exception to V-8 powered Camaros, Firebirds, Mustangs, GTOs and Corvettes. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com 25,000+ Antique and Classic Cars For Sale: www.thehotrodclassifieds.com New listings added literally every minute! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J. Brady Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2007 11:24 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] source for trading of cars? Thanks guys! Of course I'm chickening out on doing it already 8^] --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.mautofied.com Dan McIntosh Street Metal Fabrications http://www.lowriderimpala.com - Original Message - From: Rick Schaefer To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 2:10 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] source for trading of cars? Are you a supporting member at Team Chevelle? I'd think that the Members Only Classifieds section would be ideal. You are more likely to find a like-minded chevelle nut who will have expectations similar to your own. On Dec 11, 2007 12:01 PM, Carl Ziegler [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you can decipher and ignore the scammers, I have had great luck using Craigslist. I have traded and came out ahead in most cases but never tried anything of real value. In Chicago it is pretty popular but the scammers still try. I just hit the delete key. You are annonymous until you answer the e-mail. If the person expresses interest I go back and forth via e-mail to see if the guy is legit. I never give my home phone or address out unless I feel real comfortable with the potential deal, whatever it is. It is free to use but don't use your main e-mail address, create a separate one so the potential spam is eliminated. If you're not near a major city than CL is not well known. Although I still look on E-bay I haven't tried selling anything since finding Craigslist. My $.02 - Original Message From: J. Brady [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle Group chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2007 11:22:59 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] source for trading of cars? Every now and again, I consider offering up my '66 Chevelle Malibu for trade- I've owned it for 10 years and am thinking it might be time to swap it for something a little different. Are there any sites out there that highlight trading of cars more than buying and selling? I think I'd rather go down that route than have to list the car, have someone haggle with me, try to find a new car once it sold, yadda yadda.. Thanks, Jim '66 Malibu __ __ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ -- -- Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.503 / Virus Database: 269.17.0/1180 - Release Date: 12/10/2007 2:51 PM __ __ Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping
Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T how does this work? and wow!!!
Not sure about shows, but I know he does actually drive it to the Lost In The 50s cruise at the Glen Burnie Target. He entered the car in the East Coast Indoor Nationals last weekend with just one blower. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 06, 2007 10:24 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] O/T how does this work? and wow!!! This is an actual car from my area (here in MD). I've actually seen/heard and watch it run down the road. He typically trailered the car to each show and then drove it from the trailer to the show spot. Not that it wasn't perfectly driveable, but was a definite gas hog! Since this picture and actually this past year he has gone to a single blower set up so he can drive the car on the street and not have to tow it to the shows. He told me it took over 300 HP just to run the thing with the two blower set up. Wild to say the least! Donnie In a message dated 12/6/2007 2:05:17 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Click http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://memimage.cardomain.net/member _images/5/web/2237000-2237999/2237949_23_full.jpgimgrefurl=http://blog.card omain.com/blog/2007/01/showoff_of_the__1.htmlh=431w=575sz=57hl=enstart= 11um=1tbnid=4l5t0yH_gT0uTM:tbnh=100tbnw=134prev=/images%3Fq%3D%2Bgto%2B 2%2Bblowers%26svnum%3D10%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den here: Google Image Result for http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/5/web/2237000-2237999/2237949_23 _full.jpg ** Check out AOL's list of 2007's hottest products. (http://money.aol.com/special/hot-products-2007?NCID=aoltop000301) _ Check out AOL Money Finance's list of the hottest http://money.aol.com/special/hot-products-2007?NCID=aoltop000301 products and top http://money.aol.com/top5/general/ways-you-are-wasting-money?NCID=aoltop000 302 money wasters of 2007.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Check out Neatorama Blog Archive Chevy V8 Grill.
I wonder how hard it was to cut out the cylinders and all that? Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 06, 2007 1:59 AM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Check out Neatorama Blog Archive Chevy V8 Grill. Click here: http://www.neatorama.com/2007/07/09/chevy-v8-grill/ Neatorama Blog Archive Chevy V8 Grill. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS Collector of 1965 Chevelle parts Seller of none (got to finish the car first) _ Check out AOL Money Finance's list of the hottest http://money.aol.com/special/hot-products-2007?NCID=aoltop000301 products and top http://money.aol.com/top5/general/ways-you-are-wasting-money?NCID=aoltop000 302 money wasters of 2007.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Swappable
Chuck, All of your parts should swap directly. Unless you have a fancy, expensive water pump, you might want to get a new one. Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Speake Sent: Monday, December 03, 2007 2:23 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-list] Swappable I am attempting to decide which engine I am going to swap for my existing 350ci. I am considering the GM Crate 383ci 405hp partly because it comes short some parts. Will the following parts from my 350ci work on the 383ci, MSD distributor, water pump, flex-plate, and harmonic balancer. I already know my headers will fit and I have a good working carb. I can use. I think the 350 and the 383 are the same block with just a different bore and stroke (probably not quite that simple)in which case these parts should be interchangeable. The one I am the most uncertain of is the distributor. If the parts are not interchangeable I will then probably have to go with another 350ci that I can use these parts on. Would be nice to have the extra power of the 383ci though. Currently I am having a upgraded 700R4 transmission installed with a 2400 rpm lock-out converter along with either 3.55 or 3.73 gears (will make that decision in the next couple of days) including having posi. installed. I think this combination should match up well with the 383ci, or if I have to, any of the 350ci crate engines. Thanks in advance for your help. I should have waited until Christmas, but it's too late now. I guess I will just have to look at it as a early Christmas present to myself that the wife doesn't know about. Oh! Oh! Another bad boy. Our cars do seem to get us in trouble once in a while in one way or another don't they? Chuck Speake 1970 Chevelle Malibu Glen Ellyn, Illinois [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [Chevelle-list] List Etiquette
OK, well here it is, then. I shortened the URL cuz it'll break in email: http://tinyurl.com/2rqeso Or go to item # 260181634511 Wife is tired of all this crap littering the basement and now with the Camaro and Roadmaster, something's got to go. Happy bidding Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:chevelle-list- [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dale Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2007 1:09 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] List Etiquette It's been done and I don't remember anyone complaining before as long as it's a link no photos attached or embedded. Dale -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, November 17, 2007 11:56 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] List Etiquette Is it against list rules to post Chevelle related eBay auctions? Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com _ avast! Antivirus http://www.avast.com : Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 071116-0, 11/16/2007 Tested on: 11/17/2007 12:08:28 PM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2007 ALWIL Software.
[Chevelle-list] Car Covers: Sticker Shock!
I just priced a covercraft weathershield HD for my Buick Roadmaster. Eastwood wants $556!!! Is this the going rate for a car cover? Karl Groves AIM/YIM: karlcore Skype: eight.pistons www.WebAccessStrategies.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Fan Shroud
Jim, I'm not sure if there's any difference, but I have the shroud from my 71 that came with a 350. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.webaccessstrategies.com http://www.webaccessstrategies.com/ http://www.linkedin.com/in/karlgroves http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Buckingham Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 11:00 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fan Shroud I am looking for a fan shroud for a 72 small block. I need the wider one (have one from a 307). anyone have one??? Thanks, Jim
Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for a car
Does it have to be a 65? Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.webaccessstrategies.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/karlgroves http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex LaRue Sent: Monday, October 15, 2007 11:18 AM To: Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Looking for a car One of my customers just lost his 65 GTO Convertible in a house fire. A real tragedy. In a couple of weeks he will be looking for another one in any condition, do any of you know of one for sale? My customer is located in KY, so the closer to KY the better. Thanks. Alex LaRue ACES 4711 TC 2396 LaRue Insurance Personal Business Insurance Collector Car Insurance Life Insurance P O Box 119 Hodgenville, KY 42748 800-303-3518 Fax 270-358-8978 Visit us online at www.LaRueInsurance.net or www.LaRueClassics.com Join President Bush and a host of others here in Hodgenville on February 12th, 2008 to kickoff the two year Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration!!! www.LincolnBirthplace.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12
Let's hope ole J. Larovere checks his e-mail first thing in the morning on Monday. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, October 12, 2007 12:11 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12 I will be on vacation Oct 8-12 and will return to the office on Monday Oct 15. If this can not wait until I return please call the office at 480-894-9490. Thank you for your patience and I apologize for the inconvenience.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12
I think Mailman (the software running this list) has a configuration option to dump these sorts of messages. Maybe an admin could look into that... Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.webaccessstrategies.com http://www.webaccessstrategies.com/ http://www.linkedin.com/in/karlgroves http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Pruett Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2007 7:42 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12 Sure it is. And we'll get this message every day somebody posts until he turns it off. -- Original message -- From: Lynch, Charles E LCDR COMPCRON, N43 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Probably an out of office assistant replying automatically. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 09, 2007 14:10 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12 We got it. One e-mail would be sufficient. :o) You can always unsubscribe, then resubscribe when you get back also. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tue, 9 Oct 2007 11:04 am Subject: [Ch evelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12 I will be on vacation Oct 8-12 and will return to the office on Monday Oct 15. If this can not wait until I return please call the office at 480-894-9490. Thank you for your patience and I apologize for the inconvenience. Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta check out free AOL Mail id=AOLAOF0002000970 !
Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12
I, for one, can't wait for you to turn off your autoresponder Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2007 2:02 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Vacation Oct 8-12 I will be on vacation Oct 8-12 and will return to the office on Monday Oct 15. If this can not wait until I return please call the office at 480-894-9490. Thank you for your patience and I apologize for the inconvenience.
[Chevelle-list] Very OT - Chevy ABS pads
I'm about to change the pads on my friend's Suburban with ABS. Is there anything special I should know before I go taking everything apart? Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Very OT - Chevy ABS pads
Thanks everyone! Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 10:55 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Very OT - Chevy ABS pads Karl: I have a 98 GMC 1 ton (3500) and have done the brakes 3 times. First time I just changed the pads.The second time I had a shop do it ($200.00) and they turned the rotors on the vehicle.The third time I pulled the rotors just like Dan mentioned (had to use a puller to break rotor off the spindle) and the next time a shop is going to do them. With the hub pressed on to the rotor it was hard for the machine shop to set them up to turn. After I bought pads and had the rotors turned I was into the job close to $125.00 and close to 5 hours of my time. I am not a novice at this sort of stuff and had all the right equipment. Again as Dan mentioned the best thing to do is make sure you use premium pads. Larry [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS Collector of 1965 Chevelle parts Seller of none (got to finish the car first) _ See what's new at AOL.com http://www.aol.com?NCID=AOLCMP0030001170 and Make AOL Your http://www.aol.com/mksplash.adp?NCID=AOLCMP0030001169 Homepage.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Coupon Codes
Ahh yes, affiliate programs. Of course that would depend on the site actually getting any traffic! LOL. The site is too new, really, for anything like that. Both of my car-related sites get very little traffic at the moment. :-( Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com -Original Message- From: Brad Waller [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, October 01, 2007 2:18 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Coupon Codes It depends. Where did the codes come from? Many times they are generic, but they can also often be given to specific Web sites or affiliates. If the code was given to a specific affiliate, then it might only be valid for them and should not be shared. You might want to see if any of these vendors have affiliate programs. If so, you can both earn money and give them discounts when you refer them. Karl Groves wrote: Does anyone know if coupon codes for the parts houses (like Classic Industries, Year One, etc.) are unique? Every so often I get a postcard from some of those places, and I was contemplating posting them on my website www.8pistons.com so others could save money, too, but I don't know if others can use them or just me (in other words, if there's one coupon code per customer or something). Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Microsoft Publisher 2007
As someone who makes web sites professionally, I can tell you that without a shadow of a doubt, Microsoft Publisher is absolutely the last thing I would use to create an HTML document. The markup it creates is hideous and everytime I see or hear about an HTML document created with Publisher, I want to gouge my eyes out. I write everything in Notepad, but I understand not everyone has the code-fu I have. If you're going to buy something, buy Dreamweaver. As web tools go, these tools are only as good as the person using them, but in the hands of a layperson, Dreamweaver is far less likely to create as much of a mess than most anything else. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 10:18 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Microsoft Publisher 2007 Hey Mikefunny you're posting about this. I was just looking into buying Publisher yesterday. I have 2003 here at work. I want to make a webpage for my side buisness...however I dont think my work would appreciate me using thier stuff for another buisness. How do you like using Publisher? Are you saying that on 2003, when you create a webpage, you cant upload it to a site because its not HTML?? -Original Message- From: Michael Pell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Mon, 1 Oct 2007 6:08 pm Subject: [Chevelle-list] OT: Microsoft Publisher 2007 I know this is way off topic, but I have a need to confirm that MS Publisher 2007 will or will not properly convert to .html. Would anyone have MS Publisher 2007 that would allow me to send them a .pub file to convert, then send it back to me as .html in a .zip file? If it works out, I'll just buy Publisher, but don't want to spend the money only to find it doesn't convert any better than the 2003 version that I already have. And the 2007 trial version doesn't let me publish as .html. Please email me privately: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks, Mike -- I would rather live my life as if there is a God, and die to find out there isn't, Than live my life as if there isn't, And die to find out there is. -Blaise Pascal WHOSE CRUEL IDEA WAS IT FOR THE WORD LISP TO HAVE S IN IT? - unknown Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com http://www.prostreetcar.com/ TREMEC Distributor at http://www.5speedTransmissions.com http://www.5speedtransmissions.com/ Team Chevelle member #1778 (Gold), ACES member #1377 Hoosier State Chevelle Assoc (http://www.IndianaChevelles.com http://www.indianachevelles.com/ ) #6 Malibu wrote: Video of a cylinder firing. This is pretty neat. http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5815350492893860613 http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-5815350492893860613hl=en hl=en _ Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.488 / Virus Database: 269.13.37/1042 - Release Date: 10/1/2007 6:59 PM _ Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta check out free AOL Mail http://o.aolcdn.com/cdn.webmail.aol.com/mailtour/aol/en-us/index.htm?ncid=A OLAOF0002000970 !
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Microsoft Publisher 2007
I don't want to sound too elitist, but my official opinion on the best web site production tool is a knowledgeable and experienced web designer. There are countless reasons for this opinion which would probably come off more like a sales pitch, so I'll bite my tongue on that side of things and just talk about the tools themselves. HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language. The act of marking up a document goes back to the 13th century and the letterpress. Publishers would mark up a document so the letterpress operator would know how to lay out the document. HTML is just the electronic version of the same activity. In HTML, every tag has a special purpose. For instance, the paragraph tag delineates what is a paragraph. The text within p and /p is the paragraph. Tools such as Dreamweaver or Frontpage or whatever tries to make an educated guess about what the user is trying to do. So, let's say you want to create a heading at the top of the page. Using Dreamweaver, you can just manually make the text large and bold. In reality, you should be using h1 for that, rather than playing games with the font. To the layperson, as long as the text is big and bold, that's all that matters. There's a lot more to it than that, though. So, back to the tools, all of these tools make a guess about what you're really after, and they really need to perform a balancing act between doing what you say and doing what you mean. For most, like Frontpage, NetObjects Fusion, etc. they really spew out a lot of terrible code that can cause a lot of problems with cross-platform compatibility and maintenance of the site. When it comes to Dreamweaver, it'll still let you hang yourself, but it doesn't litter the code any more than you ask it to. My best advice, regardless of what tool you buy, is that you spend some time learning more about HTML. With proper knowledge of HTML, you'll be able to make the tool work for you, rather than you working for it. One more thing: If this is a website for a business, you really need to have a professional do it. Stanford University's Web Credibility Project (http://credibility.stanford.edu/) has been performing a long term study into credibility on the web. They've found that the quality of the site has a direct relationship to how much credibility a visitor ascribes to a site. To illustrate this point, go to these two sites: http://www.istal.com/smoke/ http://www.webaccessstrategies.com Both organizations perform the same types of services. Which one are you likely to regard as more professional and more likely to produce quality work? Just some food for thought. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 12:10 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Microsoft Publisher 2007 Karl, Well thats good to know, especially coming from a professional web site designer. In about a month I'll have some money saved up from my buisness...Is DreamWeaver the best web site designer? Or at least one that's pretty good. I'm fairly good with computers, and I know that websites are all HTML based. I've played with HTML a very very small amount, but that's it. The publisher just seemed pretty easy to use and would do what I wanted it to do(for now). I bought my domain on GoDaddy.com, and used thier little web site builder. It was absolutely horrible...That's why I was looking into publisher. -Original Message- From: Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tue, 2 Oct 2007 8:21 am Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: Microsoft Publisher 2007 As someone who makes web sites professionally, I can tell you that without a shadow of a doubt, Microsoft Publisher is absolutely the last thing I would use to create an HTML document. The markup it creates is hideous and everytime I see or hear about an HTML document created with Publisher, I want to gouge my eyes out. I write everything in Notepad, but I understand not everyone has the code-fu I have. If you're going to buy something, buy Dreamweaver. As web tools go, these tools are only as good as the person using them, but in the hands of a layperson, Dreamweaver is far less likely to create as much of a mess than most anything else. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED
Re: [Chevelle-list] Rotisserie
I made my rotisserie based on those plans. Be careful of the measurements on those plans, they will not fit a Chevelle. I added about 12 inches to everything - length, width, and height. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of langus Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:37 PM To: Chevelle Chat Forum Subject: [Chevelle-list] Rotisserie I am currently about half way done with building my rotisserie. I am using the basic idea of this web page http://www.harwoodperformance.bizland.com/1941buick/Editorial_20.htm with a few of my own ideas thrown in. I was wondering if you guys had any pictures of the ones you used or any of your own ideas that really worked good. I am happy with my current design but I am always willing to improve on them! Thanks Ryan
[Chevelle-list] Coupon Codes
Does anyone know if coupon codes for the parts houses (like Classic Industries, Year One, etc.) are unique? Every so often I get a postcard from some of those places, and I was contemplating posting them on my website www.8pistons.com so others could save money, too, but I don't know if others can use them or just me (in other words, if there's one coupon code per customer or something). Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate
That's all I've ever used. I've had the same worries you mention, but I've never actually had anything bad happen. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johnny Palmer Sent: Monday, September 10, 2007 5:15 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate Anybody have any experiences with those engine lift plates that bolt to the intake manifold.??..I'm kinda wiery on using one on an aluminum intake ...I have visions of the bolts pulling out of the holes when you really don't want them too!!! John 66 Chevelle 327 4 speed
Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate
Yes. I've done an SBC mated to a trans numerous times with a lift plate. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Johnny Palmer Sent: Monday, September 10, 2007 5:34 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Engine Lift Plate Will they safely lift the engine and transmission while bolted together..??I have heard they will but again..I am unsure. John
Re: [Chevelle-list] smell
Have you tried baking soda? Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, August 18, 2007 5:45 AM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] smell i have tried lysol, fabreeze, and air freshners but the musty smell remains in the car, anyone know any thing that works to rid the smell? thanks Harlan ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour
Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacum continued
A whole lot of good that would do. Last time I called Comp Cams' tech line I was put on with someone who was so obviously unwilling to help and unwilling to do anything other than punch numbers into his little software. Anything I said which deviated from answering his scripted questions was met with an indignant repeat of the previous question. The whole experience sucked so bad, I hung up and called Airflow Research instead. AFR was kind enough of to actually talk to me about what I needed. Comp Cams should throw AFR some commission for the order I eventually made of a full Comp Cams valvetrain. Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com -Original Message- From: Larry Williams [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 1:20 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacum continued I would use the Comp Cams tech line. Larry Jim Chris wrote: /Does anyone know the correct size (length) of the push rods for 454ci BBC. I pulled all the push rods to check them for straightness and found the intake for # 2 bent and one odball intake was .5 in. longer than the rest ? The push rods that were in this motor are, int.8-1/4 x 5/16 with the oddball being 8-3/4 and exh. 9-1/4 x5/16. That being said I have a comp cams High Energy Cam with 526 lift and stiffer than stock valve springs and was thinking of going to a 3/8 push rod and guild plates. penny for your thoughts. Jimmy C./ -- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.0/957 - Release Date: 8/16/2007 1:46 PM -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.0/958 - Release Date: 8/17/2007 2:31 PM
Re: [Chevelle-list] A must read article
http://www.snopes.com/photos/automobiles/barnfind.asp Karl Groves Skype: eight.pistons AIM, YIM, MSN: karlcore http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 8:05 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] A must read article A friend came across this, I though you guys would get a kick out of this true story. Joe P A New York man retired. He wanted to use his retirement money wisely, so it would last, and decided to buy a home and a few acres in Portugal. The modest farmhouse had been vacant for 15 yrs.; the owner and wife both had died, and there were no heirs. The house was sold to pay taxes. There had been several lookers, but the large barn had steel doors, and they had been welded shut. Nobody wanted to go to the extra expense to see what was in the barn, and it wasn't complimentary to the property anyway..so, nobody made an offer on the place. The NY guy bought it at just over half of the property's worth, moved in, and set about to tear in to the barn...curiosity was killing him. So, he and his wife bought a generator, and a couple of grinders..and cut thru the welds. What was in the barn...? Go to; www.intuh.net/barnfinds/afa70.htm and start wishing you had bought the place. ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour
Re: [Chevelle-list] Out of Touch?
Absolutely, positively, without a doubt: there's a lot of crack smoking going on at that dealer. Top price of a *perfect* original 65 Malibu Convertible is around $35k. Price for a car like the one you describe is $12-$15k, IMO Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: Rick Schaefer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2007 1:10 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Out of Touch? Please let me know if I'm totally out of touch with reality :). Yesterday I went to look at a 65 chevelle malibu convertible. White with blue interior, reported to be numbers matching. It was a 30 footer at best. Panels were generally straight, some peeling cracking of paint between the trunk lid top well. Passenger front fender was pushed in right at the front corner, looked like they sideswiped a garage door. Looked like a 10 year old Earl Sheib paint job. Interior looked like it was recently done. Door panels looked original with repair carpeting added at the bottom 6 inches-I don't think that was original. Carpet good, Front bench seat cover looked relatively new clean except for a 2 inch gash under the drivers butt.Recent aftermarket A/C added but the water pump pulley had no provision for a belt Motor looked like it could have been original. As I raised the hood to look at motor I asked how much.20K! And the look on my face must have confused the girl, she said, oh wait a minute let me check the list inside. A minute later she returned Oh I was wrong its 30K! What the heck are these dealers smoking? I went in thinking it would be in the 10-15K range. It was certainly an OK driver but 30K is premium money for a 65 - at least I think it is. I went there with the intent of really looking it over good, but decided there was no point for further discussion.Is it possible/likely/reasonable to look for a 65 convertible in the 10-15 K range that isn't a basket case? Or am I really out of touch with the market. -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
[Chevelle-list] Bumper Rechroming - nonChevelle
I was wondering if anyone out there had any good advice on where to get some bumpers rechromed. If this was a Chevelle, I'd buy new bumbers and be done with it, but nobody makes bumbers for this car - a 51 Buick. Since I'm in MD, I'd prefer an east coast place so I can either drive the bumpers to or have them shipped to as cheaply as possible. TIA Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Bumper Rechroming - nonChevelle
Awesome thanks! Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, August 09, 2007 7:59 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Bumper Rechroming - nonChevelle Place in Richmond Va did my 54 I'll try to find receipt. Excellent job. -- Original message -- From: Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] I was wondering if anyone out there had any good advice on where to get some bumpers rechromed. If this was a Chevelle, I'd buy new bumbers and be done with it, but nobody makes bumbers for this car - a 51 Buick. Since I'm in MD, I'd prefer an east coast place so I can either drive the bumpers to or have them shipped to as cheaply as possible. TIA Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com
[Chevelle-list] Tool to pick rims
Nearly a year ago, someone posted a link to this list for a site that let you choose rims for your vehicle. It was some tool that let you pick your vehicle and then pick the rims and play with sizes and all that. If someone could repost it, I'd appreciate it. Thanks! Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Tool to pick rims
Not what I was looking for, but an excellent link nonetheless. Thanks! Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: Daniel Solomon [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 07, 2007 4:06 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Tool to pick rims Karl, How about this site... http://www.project33.com/tiresize.cfm#trans_rpm Dan Solomon For those out there that won't stand behind our Troops... They are always welcome to stand in front of them! http://www.freewebs.com/chevelles1970/ - Original Message - From: Karl Groves mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' mailto:chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, August 07, 2007 1:59 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Tool to pick rims Nearly a year ago, someone posted a link to this list for a site that let you choose rims for your vehicle. It was some tool that let you pick your vehicle and then pick the rims and play with sizes and all that. If someone could repost it, I'd appreciate it. Thanks! Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.8pistons.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] VIN
I know I would have asked for the VIN as well. I had a guy trying to sell me a 57 Chevy and claimed it was a Belair.I asked for the VIN to check it out before I wasted my time. Good thing I asked because it was a 210 post car, not a Belair. I was still willing to buy the car, but not at a Belair price, which was what the guy was asking for. Karl Groves http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ http://www.8pistons.com http://www.8pistons.com/ _ From: D.R. Jones [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2007 8:42 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] VIN Have a car for sale - 1957 Chev - listed on several places on the internet. I throw out the U.K. requests for information. Then throw out the ones wanting to know about gas mileage, how many miles, how does the motor run, etc... it is plainly shown to be a project car with pictures showing it is a project. Then I get what look like to be serious inquiries wanting some didrect contact, but they all want the VIN. Why do they want the VIN? Some kind of scam? If anyone has had dealings along these lines could you let me know or is it just a legit request and I am being a little strange? Too many scams these days. D.R. Jones
[Chevelle-list] Big list of 71 Chevelle parts - now with prices
Last time I posted this, I had no prices. People seemed unwilling to make an offer, so here's a list with prices. http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/pts/367676465.html Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
[Chevelle-list] Anyone near Winchester IL?
Is there anyone out near Winchester IL who would be willing to check out a car for me? Thanks Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Spark Plug Gap
I believe most recommended gap settings on an SBC with HEI is .040 Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: Johnny Palmer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2007 4:50 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Spark Plug Gap Hi Guys...I'm wondering what the spark plug gap should be on my 327.I'm running an HEI distributor if that makes a difference and a performance cam..Is .050 to much of a gap..??? John Palmer 66 Malibu 327 4 speed
Re: [Chevelle-list] 12 Bolt Posi Rear - What's it worth?
71 Karl -Original Message- From: Herb Lumpp [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, May 05, 2007 11:43 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 12 Bolt Posi Rear - What's it worth? Hi Karl, I assume it's for a Chevelle, but what years does it fit? Herb -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Karl Groves Sent: Saturday, May 05, 2007 5:35 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] 12 Bolt Posi Rear - What's it worth? So I got this 12 Bolt Posi Rear I don't need anymore and so I'm gonna sell it. I was gonna put it in my Camaro, but the idea of cutting it, getting axles, modifying it for leaf springs, etc. just doesn't make any sense. So, what's this thing worth? Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com
[Chevelle-list] 12 Bolt Posi Rear - What's it worth?
So I got this 12 Bolt Posi Rear I don't need anymore and so I'm gonna sell it. I was gonna put it in my Camaro, but the idea of cutting it, getting axles, modifying it for leaf springs, etc. just doesn't make any sense. So, what's this thing worth? Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] MCC Members/ Marylanders - Super Chevy Show at MIR
Same here. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ _ From: John Fig [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 27, 2007 12:21 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] MCC Members/ Marylanders - Super Chevy Show at MIR I'll probably be spectating sunday with the kids. Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone going to the Super Chevy Show this weekend at MIR? Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com _ Ahhh...imagining that irresistible new car smell? Check out new http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=48245/*http://autos.yahoo.com/new_cars.html;_ylc =X3oDMTE1YW1jcXJ2BF9TAzk3MTA3MDc2BHNlYwNtYWlsdGFncwRzbGsDbmV3LWNhcnM- cars at Yahoo! Autos.
[Chevelle-list] MCC Members/ Marylanders - Super Chevy Show at MIR
Anyone going to the Super Chevy Show this weekend at MIR? Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Old gas stations
This is awesome. I'm too young to remember when gas stations looked like this, apart from the handful I'd encounter on the way to family reunions in Kentucky. To me, these pictures are another example of why I love old American cars and motorcycles. These things scream America to me. There's a certain style and substance about something like a 53 Buick Roadmaster, or an old Harley or one of these gas stations that is, at least to me, distinctly American, and it is sad to see that sort of style and substance disappearing under wrecking balls and auto crushers. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2007 1:56 PM To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Old gas stations after you look at the old stations, look at the old pumps. I'm filled tanks with some of these at 32 cents a gallon. http://groups.msn.com/ToddsHarleyPix/oldgasstations.msnw
[Chevelle-list] Anyone in NC?
Anyone out there near Greensboro NC willing to look at a car for me? Thanks Karl
[Chevelle-list] OT - List like this for Camaros?
Does anyone know of a list like this for Camaros? I know Al has another site for Camaros but I can't find an e-mail discussion list on that site. I really prefer the e-mail list format over forums. Thanks in advance Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
[Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts - Pictures
For those of you who asked for pictures, I just wanted to let ya'll know I haven't forgotten. I'm in the middle of a gazillion yard projects and house projects as well as working on a bunch of web sites for people. I'll try to get to these pictures sometime this week. Thanks for your patience. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
[Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts For Sale
A little over a year ago, I purchased a 1971 Chevelle. As I tore down the car for restoration I discovered that the vehicle was in much rougher shape than I anticipated. To recoup some of my money, I've stripped the car to sell it for parts. The list below is a complete list of everything I have to sell. All of the parts are already off the car and ready to be boxed up and shipped or for you to pick up. Feel free to contact me with any questions. http://www.karlcore.com/cms/id/chevelle-parts-for-sale/ Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts For Sale
Sure thing. I'll grab those numbers sometime this afternoon. BTW - I just realized an error in my list. The Edelbrock Performer RPM is new. It was installed on a 76 Vette for literally a day. For those of you with 3rd gen Vettes you know the hood clearance issues they have. The clearance problem was so bad with the RPM that it was taken off and replaced with a regular Performer. So, this intake is essentially brand new. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: Darren [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 7:44 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts For Sale Hey Karl, Could you provide the numbers on the air horn of that Holley carb? Thank you! Darren www.hopeandcompany.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Karl Groves Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 6:19 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts For Sale A little over a year ago, I purchased a 1971 Chevelle. As I tore down the car for restoration I discovered that the vehicle was in much rougher shape than I anticipated. To recoup some of my money, I've stripped the car to sell it for parts. The list below is a complete list of everything I have to sell. All of the parts are already off the car and ready to be boxed up and shipped or for you to pick up. Feel free to contact me with any questions. http://www.karlcore.com/cms/id/chevelle-parts-for-sale/ Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts For Sale
Frankly, I don't know what any of this stuff is worth which is why I don't list any prices. No reasonable offer will be refused, as they say. The console itself is in pretty good condition, but dirty. The color is a tan/brown color, but the lid for the box is black. From a structural standpoint, I'd say Great. From an appearance standpoint, I'd say fair. I can take pics of any of these parts. In fact, I planned on doing so this weekend. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: Kyle Bennett [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 9:01 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts For Sale What is the condition of the center console. I know you stated that the chrome strip was missing, but what is the overall condition. Also i'm assuming it's an auto console. How much are you asking for it. Kyle - Original Message - From: Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 7:18 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] 1971 Chevelle Parts For Sale A little over a year ago, I purchased a 1971 Chevelle. As I tore down the car for restoration I discovered that the vehicle was in much rougher shape than I anticipated. To recoup some of my money, I've stripped the car to sell it for parts. The list below is a complete list of everything I have to sell. All of the parts are already off the car and ready to be boxed up and shipped or for you to pick up. Feel free to contact me with any questions. http://www.karlcore.com/cms/id/chevelle-parts-for-sale/ Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
[Chevelle-list] More parts
I'm dumb. I didn't include this: 3 TH-350 Trannies. 2 Chevy and one BPO. One of the Chevy TH-350s was rebuilt but never installed about 10 years ago. The BPO and other Chevy are used. They both worked fine when I took them out but as with any tranny would need to be gone over first. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Vacuum Canister
Its been a while since I ran a monster cam, so I could be imagining things, but my brakes were NOT soft. I ran a 305 (advertised) duration cam in a 355 and the pedal was hard. Not enough vacuum means not enough power assist from the booster. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: John [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 5:04 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Vacuum Canister Hi GuysI did the cam swap and now I only have about 10-11 inches of vacuum,which isn't enough for my vacuum assist brakes...They don't feel right ..The pedal is very soft now...I don't know much about vacuum canisters so am looking for information..maybe a web link where I can read up and understand about them..If anyone has info I would greatly appreciate it...Thanx John Palmer 66 Malibu 327 4 speed
Re: [Chevelle-list] Ujoint Strap Bolts
Jim - I've never known those bolts to be difficult. My guess is that they're wrong and you should try another set. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com http://www.karlcore.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com/ _ From: Jim Buckingham [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2007 8:14 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] Ujoint Strap Bolts I got some aftermarket (Advanced Auto) bolts for the strap on the rear youke. They don't seem to fit. They are correct I beleive but lock tigh as heck after about 5-6 turns. They are no where close to being tight. I wonder if they are the wrong thread or if I just need to chase the threads. Last thing I want to do is break one off though. Any ideas??? Thanks, Jim Buckingham
Re: [Chevelle-list] Off topic
To add to what Chuck said, my 76 Stingray was the same way. To me, its all part of the experience. I know a lot of people will disagree, but I honestly look forward to being exposed to noises. About a month ago, I had to fly to Kentucky for my uncle's funeral. The rental car I ended up getting was a Mazda 3. The car was so quiet, it drove me insane. I'm used to hearing the noisy tires on my truck and the wind noise and the big V-8 engine with the dual exhaust. 5 minutes outside the airport, I found myself jamming down the road in that Mazda 3 at 110 mph because all that feedback I get from my truck was gone. It's a good thing I never got pulled over. I decided to use the cruise control from then on. So, back to the point, if you're not a big fan of noise like that, you may want to avoid the Vette. I dunno what a 2000 is like but my '76 had a lot of the same kind of noise. I loved it but it doesn't sound like you will. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: Chuck Hanson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, April 07, 2007 11:27 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Off topic You're gonna get a fair amount of noise from ANY Corvette, Dan. If you look at the design, the rear wheels are right behind the passenger compartment, and with the aggressive tires used on the Corvette, road noise (especially on the rough pavement you described) is problematic. I just swapped my '99 roadster (straight across for a '67 SS396 convert!) for the same reasons. The problem is exacerbated in the coupes because what you have is essentially an amphitheater behind you and the noise is redirected forward right at the passenger compartment. Last Corvette I owned previous to the C5 was a '69 big-block roadster, and honestly aside from the overall level of sophistication (suspension, brakes, drivetrain amenities), the overall driving experience of the C5 was still pretty much the same as the '69. The seating position, the way the front wheel humps impinge on the forward view, the shape of the windshield and the viewable area through it, the relationship of the driver and the controls... all pretty much the same. The part I enjoyed most about the car, however, was the consistent 25-27mpg I got at 70-75mph! For us, the 'Vette was our economy car... If you really have your heart set on a 'Vette, Dan, you can add more sound deadener back there and switch to a set of Michelin Pilots. Both will help reduce the noise, but it's still an aggravation... at least it was to me. Besides that, I watched the value of the 'Vette continue to decline, while the value of the '67 'vert keeps going up. Plus, I get a lot more thumbs up in the Chevelle! No brainer for me. Besides, I think I'm done mid-lifin'. Good luck with your decision. Chuck on 4/7/07 8:30 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jeeze Dan, did you hit the freaking lottery? Old trucks and Corvettes; you're my idol. -Original Message- From: Dan Mascheck [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Apr 7, 2007 9:55 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Off topic I just test drove a 2000 Corvette with a 350. I like the car and it's very low mileage and very clean! The only problem we had, was driving the car on rough texture asphalt roads. The noise coming from the rear hatch was pretty bad. Could it be a leaking rear hatch seal or a misfit rear hatch? The hatch seems flush when you inspect it in the rear and I did look at the gasket and it seems OK. The car drives like a dream, is very responsive, but when you hit the rougher asphalt, and have to drive on it for many miles the sound can be deafening. Trying to talk in the car is a major pain and while it has a great Bose Stereo, what good is it with all the noise. If the noise is a problem with Vettes, I don't want one, old or new! Dan Mascheck
[Chevelle-list] Very OT: Google announces new broadband service
Is there anything they can't think of? http://www.google.com/tisp/ Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] REMOVE ME FROM THIS LIST!!!!!!!
A proper April 1st response would be for the mods to remove him. ;-) Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2007 10:25 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] REMOVE ME FROM THIS LIST!!! You ARE kidding, right? -Original Message- From: Michael Pell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Apr 1, 2007 8:48 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] REMOVE ME FROM THIS LIST!!! ARRRGGH!! I CANT TAKE IT ANYMORE!! ALL THE MAIL!!! NO MASNO MAS -- I would rather live my life as if there is a God, and die to find out there isn't, Than live my life as if there isn't, And die to find out there is. -Blaise Pascal Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com TREMEC Distributor at http://www.5speedTransmissions.com Team Chevelle member #1778 (Gold), ACES member #1377 Hoosier State Chevelle Assoc (http://www.IndianaChevelles.com) #6
[Chevelle-list] Why men never get published in Dear Abby
I figured you guys might get a kick out of this: Letter to Dear Abby Dear Abby, I've never written to you before, but I really need your advice on what could be a crucial decision. I've suspected for some time now that my wife has been cheating on me. The usual signs. Phone rings but if I answer, the caller hangs up. My wife has been going out with the girls a lot recently although when I ask their names she always says, Just some friends from work, you don't know them. I always stay awake to look out for her taxi coming home, but she always walks down the drive. Although I can hear a car driving off, as if she has gotten out of the car round the corner. Why? Maybe she wasn't in a taxi? I once picked her cell phone up just to see what time it was and she went berserk and screamed that I should never touch her phone again and why was I checking up on her. Anyway, I have never approached the subject with my wife. I think deep down I just didn't want to know the truth, but last night she went out again and I decided to really check on her. I decided I was going to park my Harley Davidson motorcycle next to the garage and then hide behind it so I could get a good view of the whole street when she came home. It was at that moment, crouching behind my Harley, that I noticed that the rocker covers on my engine seemed to be leaking a little oil. Is this something I can fix myself or should I take it back to the dealer? Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com The Hot Rod Classifieds http://www.thehotrodclassifieds.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT.. Cool clock..
Actionscript. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com That is interesting, but being that it's a shockwave flash file, I wonder how they keep it accurate... Quoting Denny Shewmake [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Not exactly Chevelle related, but it does have the coolness factor.. http://home.tiscali.nl/annejan/swf/timeline.swf
Re: [Chevelle-list] First passes down the 1/4 mile
John - What were the 60ft and 100ft times? Can you scan your slips? Those times aren't terrible - about average for a tank like a Chevelle with a regular guy driving, though you could probably squeeze a good bit more out of it. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: John W. Lonadier, Jr. [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2007 6:44 PM To: Chevelle Net Subject: [Chevelle-list] First passes down the 1/4 mile I just got back from the drag strip where I made my first passes. The first run was 15.107 @ 92.06mph. I then took a lot of stuff out of the trunk, cleaning supply box, chair toolbox. The second pass was 14.608 @ 93mph and my final pass was 14.701 @ 92.57mph. I don't know if this is too shabby for a 4200# car, with me in it, on pump gas and on street tires running a 3.31 rear gear and 27 tall tires. What do you guys and/or gals think? Is there anyone on the list that has the software to figure an approximate HP using these figures. I sure would, or maybe not, like to know without being able to put it on a chassis dyno. Thanks, John L. ACES #5597 70 LS5 TRIBUTE http://chevellfan.com/index89.html http://chevellfan.com/index89.html http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.html http://www.larueclassics.com/gallery/gallery%20pages/lodanier-chv70.html
[Chevelle-list] Very OT - late model Mopar performance?
Does anyone know of any good sites/ discussion lists for late model Mopar? Or, any places that sell late model Mopar performance stuff? Other than things like cold air induction and chip sets, I don't see much at places like Summit and Jeg's I'm getting ready to pick up a Durango R/T. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Will Work For Parts: http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3
[Chevelle-list] OT - followup to Worlds Fastest Production Car post
Guy doesn't realize that 100mph and rain don't mix. http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2-2007100574,00.html Karl Groves
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT - followup to Worlds Fastest Production Carpost
I'll volunteer to test that if ya'll pool together to buy me one of those! Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Dale [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 12:07 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT - followup to Worlds Fastest Production Carpost Don't get me wrong, I wasn't knocking the idea of the wing. I'm certainly not an engineer but you look at the spoilers and soon-to-be-wings on NASCAR's COT, top fuel and funny cars, and think of the wing as a stabilizing and rear down force item. In order to obtain the speed it does, I assume down force is sacrificed for aerodynamics. Or, like Rick said, maybe too much down force on the back would make the front end tend to lift. It'd be a fun ride none the less! Dale
[Chevelle-list] This is how Delta Airlines treats American heroes
http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/6294322.html Ronald J. Groves served 2 tours of duty in Vietnam in 101st Airborne. He retired after 20 years, during which time he also trained our men in the 82nd and 101st Airborne divisions who went on to fight in Grenada, Panama, Somalia and elsewhere. Delta Airlines left his body - in a cardboard box - out on the tarmac at Atlanta airport during last week's inclement weather. There are even marks in the box where it looks like a forklift jabbed through the box. Karl Groves
Re: [Chevelle-list] List Etiquette
Larry - I've been participating in discussion lists since back when only geeks (I mean that in the good sense) had computers. I've also run my fair share of lists as well. Discussion list etiquette is important to ensure harmony of the list. Truth is, while some people may use their computers solely for recreation, others (like me) make their living on their computer. So the last thing these latter folks need is a mailbox full of crap. In my opinion, discussion list participants owe their fellow list members the respect of following a few simple guidelines. Here are a handful of rules I use on the lists I run. No fighting. Healthy disagreeing is cool, fighting sucks and you will be banned. Do not discuss politics or religion (unless your list is political or religious in nature, of course). Similarly, keep the discussion on topic. We are here to discuss __. While many of us may be interested in similar other, things, the one thing we know we agree on is and so that is what we discuss here. If there is something off-topic you feel you absolutely must share with us, please mark it as off-topic with OT in the subject line. That way the other list members can choose to delete the message if they'd rather not read off-topic messages. Please refrain from posting too many off-topic messages. If we feel you're posting too many off-topic messages, we may be forced to moderate you. Please do not post personal messages to the list. If your message is meant for only one other list member, then send it directly to that list member. This goes for responses as well as original messages. The rules for the lists I run are generally longer and more involved than this, but the above are the ones I feel are most important. There are several other resources out there for list etiquette, including an official RFC - http://www.faqs.org/rfcs/rfc1855.html Bottom line is that list etiquette is all about respecting the other list members. As the Internet becomes the playground of laypeople, a lot of things like list etiquette go by the wayside. The inmates really are running the asylum sometimes. It is good that this list moderates itself rather well because I've seen some good list go to hell in a handbasket. It sounds like the list you're referring to could use some gentle moderation to maintain its usefulness for its members. Oh, BTW - I should have sent this to you in a personal e-mail. ;-) Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 2:10 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] List Etiquette Hello List: While we are on the subject of lists, I have a question.The Chevelle club that I belong to has a list somewhat like this on Yahoo. The problem is nobody uses it correctly most of the time.If one wants to ask everyone a question I have no problem. But usually it will go something like this, How many of the committee members will be showing up the meeting? Instead of emailing the show committee, the President emails the entire mailing list. Then everyone on the committee will answer using that subject line. Then one of them emails back with Hey I can't come because its my 50th birthday. Then instead of changing the subject line everyone answers saying Happy Birthday or whatever. So then a simple Who is coming to the meeting turns into 25-30 nonsense emails.Is there a way to let them know this is annoying and he should be emailing certain people instead of to the group without offending them ? Don't get me wrong, the Chevelle List is pretty good about not doing this. Would emailing the list moderator be the best solution and explain to him the problem? I value everyone's opinion and would appreciate some input. Now the problem is this, Does everyone on the list want to hear about this or should I ask you to email me directly ? Larry (Z) [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS Collector of 1965 Chevelle parts Seller of none (got to finish the car first) _ AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/1615326657x4311227241x4298082137/aol?redir=ht tp%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Eaol%2Ecom AOL.com.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Please remove me from mailing list!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Harry - Sorry to hear about your difficulty. Please send us your credit card number, expiration date, and the CVV code on the back and we'll be sure to remove you post haste. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Harry Janer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 5:00 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] Please remove me from mailing list please remove me from mailing list. I am receiving way too many e-mails!
Re: [Chevelle-list] Check out eBay Motors: Chevrolet : Chevelle (item 1400860...
(Makes note to self to bid $81k...) Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 3:26 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Check out eBay Motors: Chevrolet : Chevelle (item 1400860... In a message dated 2/19/2007 2:12:00 P.M. Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Wonder what the reserve is? I wish I knew.I plan to bid around 80K but I will wait a few days and see if it's even worth doing. I would imagine they will go upwards of 100K.
Re: [Chevelle-list] OT - F**D serpentine belt
That's been my experience as well. However, it doesn't really explain why, when the belt engages completely (stops slipping) the fan runs nonstop. The fan clutch should not be engaged at highway speed. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Rick Schaefer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 11:30 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT - F**D serpentine belt My experince (not with ford) is that the idler (tensioner?) pulley is the first bearing to go. On 2/4/07, Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My daily driver is a 1992 F**D Bronco. Recently, I've been hearing a ton of squeaking from the serpentine belt. I'm wondering if it is the belt, the tensioner, or the fan clutch. Here's why: Initially, the squeak only happened when the engine was first started. Now it is almost constant. The squeak gets louder when the engine accelerates. At idle, it is (usually) a quiet little squeak squeak squeak, but taking off from a light or under hard acceleration it is a deafening squealing noise. When the squeaking stops, the fan is fully engaged, regardless of engine speed, vehicle speed, or how long the engine has been running. If I'm running 70mph, I can hear the fan roaring. My semi-educated guess says that the fan clutch is bad, causing resistance. Anyone out there have more experience with this, and can tell me how to more definitively diagnose this? I'd rather not just throw parts at the problem. TIA Karl -- Rick Schaefer 72 TPI El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] 70 chevelle rear seat
I have one from a 71. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Joe [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 03, 2007 10:04 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] 70 chevelle rear seat anyone have a 70 chevelle rear seat they're willing to part with? thanks, Joe
[Chevelle-list] OT - F**D serpentine belt
My daily driver is a 1992 F**D Bronco. Recently, I've been hearing a ton of squeaking from the serpentine belt. I'm wondering if it is the belt, the tensioner, or the fan clutch. Here's why: Initially, the squeak only happened when the engine was first started. Now it is almost constant. The squeak gets louder when the engine accelerates. At idle, it is (usually) a quiet little squeak squeak squeak, but taking off from a light or under hard acceleration it is a deafening squealing noise. When the squeaking stops, the fan is fully engaged, regardless of engine speed, vehicle speed, or how long the engine has been running. If I'm running 70mph, I can hear the fan roaring. My semi-educated guess says that the fan clutch is bad, causing resistance. Anyone out there have more experience with this, and can tell me how to more definitively diagnose this? I'd rather not just throw parts at the problem. TIA Karl
Re: [Chevelle-list] The List.
See that long skinny cord going from behind your computer into the wall? There may be two. One is for the power, and one is for the modem or nework card. Unplug them both. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Will Work For Parts: http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3 -Original Message- From: Howard [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 10:01 AM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] The List. Take me off the list. Thanks, HowardH
Re: [Chevelle-list] The List.
ROFL! Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com -Original Message- From: Shawn Price [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, February 02, 2007 10:13 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] The List. Howard, I don't seem to have you on my list... Can you confirm which credit card you used to sign up with? Thanks! On Feb 2, 2007, at 10:01 AM, Howard wrote: Take me off the list. Thanks, HowardH
Re: [Chevelle-list] Gibbs Brand
jeez-us, $8.50 for shipping one friggin can!?! http://www.getgibbs.com/getgibbs_paypal.php I was gonna buy some to try it out, but I have a serious problem with paying 2x as much as it should cost to ship. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Alex LaRue [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 29, 2007 10:03 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Gibbs Brand I have seen it in action and it works. Got mine from one of my friends who is also a customer, Jerry Ostalecki. Check out his website. http://www.GetGIBBS.com He offers some very good deals. He also is a collector car nut. Alex LaRue LaRue Insurance Personal Business Insurance Collector Car Insurance Life Insurance P O Box 119 Hodgenville, KY 42748 800-303-3518 Fax 270-358-8978 Visit us online at www.LaRueInsurance.net or www.LaRueClassics.com Join President Bush and a host of others here in Hodgenville on February 12th, 2008 to kickoff the two year Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration!!! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Herb Lumpp Sent: Monday, January 29, 2007 6:45 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] Gibbs Brand Has anybody ever heard of this stuff or used it? What do you think about it? http://www.roadsters.com/gibbs/ Herb
Re: [Chevelle-list] 700R4 Trany question
You don't have to run the coolant lines through the radiator, but you do have to try to keep it cool. I'm a tad neurotic about cooling my tranny. I run a Derale cooling pan (the kind that has the tubes) as well as an external cooler. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Dan Mascheck [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 29, 2007 7:11 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] 700R4 Trany question I have just had an expensive weekend. My 46 Chevy Truck's 700R4 trany dies. The guy that installed the trany, put a small trany cooler under the truck. This was done way before I bought the truck. The small cooler didn't get much air movement. The new mechanic is installing a high efficiency cooler in the front of the truck to get better air flow for keeping the trany cool. I don't race the truck, but want to drive it on long drives. The truck has an old radiator that works well with the 350 LT1 engine. It runs 185 which is fine but it has no transmission lines for cooling in the radiator. Do you have to cool the trany through the radiator, or is it better to have a large separate trany cooler instead? What about a fan pushed cooler, would it be better. After the cost I am investing, I don't want to go through this again! HELP! Dan Mascheck Wharton, TX
[Chevelle-list] Disposal of the car(cass) part 2
Forgive me if this is disallowed by list rules. I'm gonna be cutting apart a 1971 chevelle parts car I have. If anyone has any special requests for chunks of the body, let me know. A lot of the body is a mess, but there may be some patch pieces I can cut out if anyone needs them. Floorpans, trunk pan, firewall, that sort of stuff are in great shape. Glass is good except for small crack in the windshield. Suspension is in good shape. Contact me off list and again, I apologize if this is against list rules. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Disposal of the car(cass) part 2
Thanks, Clint! Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com -Original Message- From: Clint Hooper [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 26, 2007 12:42 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Disposal of the car(cass) part 2 I certainly don't have a problem with it,Karl. Thanks for the offer. Clint Hooper HH Custom,owner 1969 El Camino protourer http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm http://www.lateral-g.net/members/hooper/ You may find me dead one day in a ditch. But by God,you'll find me in a pile of brass. - Original Message - From: Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] Forgive me if this is disallowed by list rules. I'm gonna be cutting apart a 1971 chevelle parts car I have. If anyone has any special requests for chunks of the body, let me know. A lot of the body is a mess, but there may be some patch pieces I can cut out if anyone needs them. Floorpans, trunk pan, firewall, that sort of stuff are in great shape. Glass is good except for small crack in the windshield. Suspension is in good shape. Contact me off list and again, I apologize if this is against list rules. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com
[Chevelle-list] Disposal of parts car(cass)
Does anyone know how I could go about disposing of a parts car? I've stripped everything of value from it, which includes the rear. As it is now, there's no way I can tow it or anything because, well, it has no wheels in the back. I don't know whether a salvage yard would take it, or how. Or would they? I just don't know how that works. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Disposal of parts car(cass)
Where did you take it? Do metal scrap places pay for this kind of material? Would it be worth it for me to keep the frame (to sell)? Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com -Original Message- From: Jim Buckingham [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1:58 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Disposal of parts car(cass) I cut mine up and hauled it away a little at a time. jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Karl Groves Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 1:55 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] Disposal of parts car(cass) Does anyone know how I could go about disposing of a parts car? I've stripped everything of value from it, which includes the rear. As it is now, there's no way I can tow it or anything because, well, it has no wheels in the back. I don't know whether a salvage yard would take it, or how. Or would they? I just don't know how that works. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] swap meet in Easton MD
Anyone have an address for this? Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com -Original Message- From: Jim Buckingham [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 11:25 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] swap meet in Easton MD I have never heard of it but might be interested in going over. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J. Brady Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 11:14 AM To: Chevelle Group Subject: [Chevelle-list] swap meet in Easton MD There is a swap meet this coming weekend in Easton MD at the Sailwinds(?) It's apparently their 19th one- has anyone ever been to this? is it worth the trip? I don't want to get down there and just find a bunch of Tuner parts.. Regards, Jim '66 Malibu __ __ Do you Yahoo!? Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta. http://new.mail.yahoo.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] 1967 Corvette 427
Is this guy aware that he's throwing away what probably equates to more than 50% of his car's value? I'm no restoration freak, but even I wouldn't throw that engine away. Heck, even if he wants a different engine in the car, he could pack away the 427 in case he later decides to restore or sell the car. And, IMO, throwing away a mechanical item because of an electrical problem makes zero sense Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karl http://www.karlcore.com core.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com/ http://www.grayscalecms.com _ From: Dan Mascheck [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 6:22 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1967 Corvette 427 It's a stock running 427 from a 1967 Vette. It is complete, but I'm sure he will take the distributor out. He's having some problems with the engine, that I believe are electrical in nature. He plans on putting in a larger crate motor! It would not be my choice for a nice 67 Stingray, but I don't have his money! I think I can get the engine cheap, but want to be fair. I need to do some checking to see what the HP is on the engine. I would imagine around 390 and doubt it's the 430HP, but that's a big guess! Dan Mascheck _ From: Mike Holleman [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 6:10 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1967 Corvette 427 Dan, Which engine is it? Complete engine? been bored and how far? Could be valuable or not. Mike Holleman - Original Message - From: Dan mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Mascheck To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; 'The Chevelle Mailing List' mailto:chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 4:54 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1967 Corvette 427 That's great, but I'm looking for a price for a 427 Vette engine, not the car. I should have said that up front. I'm curious what I should offer for a 427. Dan _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 12:05 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1967 Corvette 427 Here's a couple more; http://www.vmrintl.com/ http://www.nadaguides.com/home.aspx?l=1 http://www.nadaguides.com/home.aspx?l=1w=28p=0f=5000 w=28p=0f=5000 http://www.edmunds.com/ -Original Message- From: Benjamin Harris [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jan 13, 2007 2:28 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 1967 Corvette 427 Here is a good price guide site. http://www.manheimgold.com/ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dan Mascheck Sent: Saturday, January 13, 2007 1:11 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] 1967 Corvette 427 I have a chance to buy a 1967 Corvette 427 that is in good shape. What should it be worth? Dan Mascheck Wharton, TX -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.16.10/624 - Release Date: 1/12/2007 2:04 PM _ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.410 / Virus Database: 268.16.10/625 - Release Date: 1/13/2007
Re: [Chevelle-list] HELP - Question about body panels
Michael. I remember you posting a long story about the door issue several weeks ago. Hearing it again makes me think that the story begs the question - Why didn't you return it? I don't mean to be critical. I'm just wondering if there's more to the story, like Goodmark refusing to accept the return or something else. IMO, a bad product is one thing, but if they were also unwilling to honor a return that's even worse. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Michael Pell [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, December 26, 2006 3:06 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] HELP - Question about body panels Be very leery of any repo parts. Even Goodmark. I bought a new door shell for my '69 from Goodmark, and the door was 1/2-3/4 too short!!! and the body man added 1/8 to the front edge, and shimmed the door out quite a bit to make it all fit. Very sad. I now have about $1,000 in a single door! arrrgh! I'll be drafting a letter with pics to Goodmark, and will post it on my website. -- I would rather live my life as if there is a God, and die to find out there isn't, Than live my life as if there isn't, And die to find out there is. -Blaise Pascal Check out my webpage at http://www.ProStreetCar.com TREMEC Distributor at http://www.5speedTransmissions.com Team Chevelle member #1778 (Gold), ACES member #1377 Hoosier State Chevelle Assoc (http://www.IndianaChevelles.com) #6 Tom Rightler wrote: Do yourself a favor and go to www.goodmarkindustries.com and find a local dealer. There are only 2 companies that actually make the fenders, Goodmark and Golden Leigion. Dynacorn is nothing more than a wholesaler for Golden Legion parts. The Goodmark ones are the better fitting fenders. A common mistake that alot of people make is that thinking all these catalog companies (Year One, OPG, ets.) make the sheetemtal parts, they don't. They only have them for retail sale from the wholesalers. Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor From: Thomas Ringlein mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Cc: 'Thomas Ringlein' mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 24, 2006 1:28 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] HELP - Question about body panels Folks - I am asking for some expertise on this issue - sorry it is long, but it is a good read. I noticed that in Ground-Up Restorations, there are 2 different quality levels of new repop fenders for the 1971-1972 Chevelles. One, part # RF-71L, is listed at $260, and is not listed as a GM Restoration Part. Another, part # RF-71GML, is listed at $319, and is supposedly newly retooled, and offer a more definitive fit, with sharper edges. It is listed as the GM Restoration Part for our cars. Now OPG has similar fenders - but only one part # for a left front fender - PZ00611, listed at $269 (and on sale right now for $220). I also took the time to notice that their full quarters for the same car using original GM tooling, and listed as the finest quality available, and the only ones licensed by GM - for the low-low price of only $400. That is about $200 less then everyone else. As a skeptic, I placed a call and talked to Jason on the other line. This is what he said. Question: Your competitors have two repop fenders available, one that is standard quality, and one that is newly retooled and the only GM Restoration Part, with better body lines. Which are your $260 fenders - the good ones, or the bad ones. Who manufactures your fenders? Answer: They are both the same fenders. There is only one manufacturer in the world, and that is Dynacorn. The panels are licensed by GM for restoration purposes, stamped overseas, and distributed by Goodmark and Cars Inc., among others. The tooling is wildly expensive, and there is only one set of tooling for these fenders in the world. If someone else is advertising two qualities of fenders, they are selling the same fender piece for two prices. Beware of these guys. Question: Okay, assuming that is true, you are stating that your fenders are the GM licensed fenders, the best available, made with the best tooling in the industry, and manufactured by Dynacorn and shipped directly to your warehouse in Huntington Beach, Ca? Answer: Yes - that is why we have the best price around for that fender and are able to offer it to you for great savings. Question: I also noticed a similar situation with your full quarters for the same car. You are supposedly selling the best available GM Restoration quarters for $200 less then the competition. What gives? Answer: Same issue. Only one set of tooling, and Dynacorn has it. These are the only GM Restoration quarters (the same being offered by Goodmark), and we offer a substantial savings because they are shipped directly to San Diego
Re: [Chevelle-list] Car name acronym
MOPAR: My Our Prices Are Ridiculous My first car project was a Duster. Flipping through the Summit catalog for parts for my 318, I quickly became a Chevy guy... Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Tom Rightler [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 7:08 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Car name acronym Damn Old Drunk Guy Engineered Mopar: Moldy Old Plymouths Are Rusting Moldy Old Parts And Rust My Old Pig Ain't Running Move Over People Are Racing Tom Rightler MCC Newsletter Editor
[Chevelle-list] Quick, someone loan me 1.5 Mil
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=170060842285 Has anyone seen this auction? The anal-retentive side of me cringes at the utter lack of organization of the inventory. The gearhead side wants to go running through there like a kid in a candy store. Karl
Re: [Chevelle-list] FW: FW:Fw: PLEEEEEEASE REEEEEEAD! IT WAS ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA TODAY SHOW
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[Chevelle-list] Need awesome pics
Anyone wanna lend me a killer picture of their car that I can use as the header graphic for a new site? Thanks. Karl
[Chevelle-list] 71 Malibu for sale in MD
*** This is not my car. I just saw the ad and figured I'd pass it on *** Ad says: 1971 Malibu, 2 door, black, automatic, restorable!! ... $1800/ best offer. 443-716-5003 If anyone outside of MD is interested and wants me to go take a look at it for you, give me a shout. Karl
Re: [Chevelle-list] Body off Frame How-To?
First thing you need to do is remove EVERYTHING you can from the car. Chevelle bodies are HEAVY. Now, others may have different tricks tips to share, but the end goal is the same: Take the body off the frame and roll the frame out from under the body. My method is this: 1. Place 1 saw horse at each corner of the body. 2. Jack up the body 3. Place pieces of wood (4x4s at least) between the saw horses, so you're supporting the body 4. Roll the frame out Seems simple, right? Well, I've demolished 2 sets of saw horses (that's right, 8 saw horses) this way. The first set was metal, and the manufacturer claimed they supported 800lbs each. I think they got their lbs and grams confused because the legs buckled on the two front ones causing a chain reaction an the car fell The second set was (seemed) more substantial, with a claimed capacity of 1000lbs per pair. I'm guessing that the Chevelle body weighs more than 2000lbs because one sawhorse completely shattered and 2 of them buckled, but did not break. I've now constructed my own saw horses out of 4x4 wood, held together with 1/2 inch threaded rod, bolted up nice tight. I have a 4x4 top piece, 4 legs that are 4x4s and braces (front back, and each side) made from 2x6s. I do not know for sure that this will hold, but I'm almost positive it will. If it doesn't, the next step is welding some up! I'll let you know how it goes Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Thomas Ringlein [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 21, 2006 12:25 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] Body off Frame How-To? I know, there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers. Hopefully we won't get any on this topic. I know the classic A-body cars we love have some problems that need to be addressed occasionally on cars that have not been apart in 30-plus years. One of those happens to be the frame - notably, the frame mounts that are prone to rusting. I want to inspect my frame for rust, and in the process, put some POR-15 on it to prevent it rusting for the next 30 years or so. I plan to pull the car apart starting in January, but I don't have any high dollar tools or access to a local shop. Is there an easy way (or not too incredibly hard way) to pull the body in my garage? Can I use an engine hoist to lift the front, support it on some concrete blocks and a 4x4, do the same with the back, and roll the frame out from underneath it? Without buying some special tools and/or shop time, I am not sure of any other way. Any local guys know a place that can help me with this endeavor? My body shop of choice will only work on the body when it is on the frame. The ideal situation would be a good body guy that would work on the body while it was on a rotisserie so I could have 6-8 months to work on the chassis. There are at least a few guys here that have done this - what did you do? Now if I can only prevent the if you give a mouse a cookie routine... T.J. Ringlein 72 Chevelle in shambles (but it still runs and drives) Clovis, California
Re: [Chevelle-list] Body off Frame How-To?
I'd like to reiterate something everyone has said: THIS IS DANGEROUS. During my first attempt, I was rather naïve in thinking it would be easy. The body came up so effortlessly, but then that first sawhorse buckled and the car fell and I spent the next several minutes thanking God there wasn't anyone underneath the car. It really set me straight. BE CAREFUL Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com -Original Message- From: mike f [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2006 11:46 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Body off Frame How-To? T.J, that is just about exactly the way I did it. If you look carefully at the body of the car, the bottom sheet metal has additional bracing located in the trans tailhousing area, and further back. Find these sections and put your 4x4's there. Jack it up from inside the frame first carefully. If you can get under it, you can make the necessary block arrangements to lift the body. Once it's up from the frame, you replace the 4x4's and blocks and jackstands to the outside of the frame. That way, you can just pull the frame out from underneath it. For goodness sakes, be carefull! This lifting and do this will kill you if you are not careful. It scared me and I was so careful. mike --- Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: First thing you need to do is remove EVERYTHING you can from the car. Chevelle bodies are HEAVY. Now, others may have different tricks tips to share, but the end goal is the same: Take the body off the frame and roll the frame out from under the body. My method is this: 1. Place 1 saw horse at each corner of the body. 2. Jack up the body 3. Place pieces of wood (4x4s at least) between the saw horses, so you're supporting the body 4. Roll the frame out Seems simple, right? Well, I've demolished 2 sets of saw horses (that's right, 8 saw horses) this way. The first set was metal, and the manufacturer claimed they supported 800lbs each. I think they got their lbs and grams confused because the legs buckled on the two front ones causing a chain reaction an the car fell The second set was (seemed) more substantial, with a claimed capacity of 1000lbs per pair. I'm guessing that the Chevelle body weighs more than 2000lbs because one sawhorse completely shattered and 2 of them buckled, but did not break. I've now constructed my own saw horses out of 4x4 wood, held together with 1/2 inch threaded rod, bolted up nice tight. I have a 4x4 top piece, 4 legs that are 4x4s and braces (front back, and each side) made from 2x6s. I do not know for sure that this will hold, but I'm almost positive it will. If it doesn't, the next step is welding some up! I'll let you know how it goes Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com http://www.karlgroves.com/ Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com http://www.grayscalecms.com/ _ From: Thomas Ringlein [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 21, 2006 12:25 AM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: [Chevelle-list] Body off Frame How-To? I know, there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers. Hopefully we won't get any on this topic. I know the classic A-body cars we love have some problems that need to be addressed occasionally on cars that have not been apart in 30-plus years. One of those happens to be the frame - notably, the frame mounts that are prone to rusting. I want to inspect my frame for rust, and in the process, put some POR-15 on it to prevent it rusting for the next 30 years or so. I plan to pull the car apart starting in January, but I don't have any high dollar tools or access to a local shop. Is there an easy way (or not too incredibly hard way) to pull the body in my garage? Can I use an engine hoist to lift the front, support it on some concrete blocks and a 4x4, do the same with the back, and roll the frame out from underneath it? Without buying some special tools and/or shop time, I am not sure of any other way. Any local guys know a place that can help me with this endeavor? My body shop of choice will only work on the body when it is on the frame. The ideal situation would be a good body guy that would work on the body while it was on a rotisserie so I could have 6-8 months to work on the chassis. There are at least a few guys here that have done this - what did you do? Now if I can only prevent the if you give a mouse a cookie routine... T.J. Ringlein 72 Chevelle in shambles (but it still runs and drives) Clovis, California
[Chevelle-list] NHRA Rules - Fuel Line
It has been a lng time since I read the NHRA rules. From what I remember, the rules say no more than 12-inches of rubber fuel line. What do the rules say about Aluminum line? The reason I ask is because I can't seem to find 1/2 fuel line anywhere. The only 1/2 line I can find is Aluminum. Any all comments are welcome, because I'm drawing a blank here. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Will Work For Parts: http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3
[Chevelle-list] A part 3? (was RE: Part 2 (was RE: Small Rant: Customer Service))
I know this is already a tired subject for the list (it is for me, at least), but my scruples tell me I owe it to all involved to finish the story. After my frankly unsatisfying phonecall with Vinny at Summit, my wife told me it wasn't just once, or twice, but 6 times she's called there and gotten less-than-friendly service. Idecided I'd sendSummit an e-mail - practically a cut paste of what I've sent to this list - explaining my grievances. The next morning, I got an e-mail response from John, a Sr. Supervisor in Summit's customer service dept. (I may have the name incorrect, I'll have to hunt down the e-mail). In it, he asked for more details. I told him I'd rather talk on the phone. In my opinion, you can tell far more about what a person means by how they say it. Anyone can write the words "I'm sorry" in an e-mail, but you can usually tell if they mean it if you hear them say it. The conversation went extremely well. John disputed Vinny's claim that there's no way to track down who a customer talked to. John stated that their phone system keeps records of which CSR talked to a customer based on phone #. Vinny said that wasn't possible (I knew it was because we did exactly that, with similar software, at my previous job). John stated - rather vehemently - that he was going to track down who the people were and deal with them accordingly. Naturally he couldn't say what that was, because he needed to gather all the facts first, but I did leave the phone call believing that certain heads were gonna roll around there. John and I ended up shooting the shit for another 10 mins or so and he told me that the next time my wife calls, if anyone gives her trouble, that she should ask specifically for him. Ladies gentlemen, this is how to keep customers. Mistakes happen. People have bad days. I've had them, we've all had them. But when a customer complains, they do it because they care. How many of us have simply just walked out of a store or restaurant, or paid our bill somewhere and never come back? But whena customer complains, they're saying "I want to give you my business, but you gotta fix something first". John knew this and knew how to deal with the situation. Kudos to him. Will I send more business to Summit? Probably. And I damn sure will escalate my call to John if/ when I get someone I don't like on the phone. Will I send more business to OPG? Probably, as long as I don't run into the shipping/ backorder issues others have mentioned. Anyway, just thought I'd finish the story. Thanks for reading. Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comGrayscale Content Management System:http://www.grayscalecms.com From: Karl Groves [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, November 11, 2006 1:17 PMTo: 'The Chevelle Mailing List'Subject: [Chevelle-list] Part 2 (was RE: Small Rant: Customer Service) First, I want to thank everyone who responded. At first, I contemplated calling Summit immediately after my wife called and told me of the rude treatment. I decided against it, as I'm trying to be the "Kinder, gentler Karl". See, I'm normally a pretty hot headed guy as it is. Well, this morning she told me this was actually the SECOND time she called and was treated rudely. Well, I decided to call. The call was answered by a guy named Vinny who assured me he was a supervisor. To make a long story short, I'm comfortable with my decision to send my business to Jeg's from now on. Vinny wasn't helpful at all. Part of this is obviously because my wife doesn't have a name to go along with the two times she was treated rudely - which is understandable. At the same time, I didn't really get the "warm fuzzies" that Vinnie even cared about the problem anyway. The call was largely a waste of time. But, on a positive note, my wife did tell me of a positive experience she had. After she had her bad experience with Summit, she called Original Parts Group and talked with Craig, who was extremely helpful. OPG got the money she was planning on spending at Summit and will likely get much much more, thanks to Craig's excellent customer service. Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comGrayscale Content Management System:http://www.grayscalecms.com
[Chevelle-list] Off-Topic: Gift guide
I know this has NOTHING to do with Chevelles, but so many people might benefit, since we're close to the holidays. I subscribe to a number of different mailing lists related to my line of work. One of which is called Good Experience, and is focused on highlighting good (and bad) user experiences in software, websites, and even hard goods. Good Experience owner, Mark Hurst, publishes an annual Gift Guide and Almanac each year around Christmas time, with gift recommendations. Really good stuff - so good, the wife is getting something off this list. ;-) Check it out: http://unclemark.org/unclemark2007.pdf Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Grayscale Content Management System: http://www.grayscalecms.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Tire pressure?
Pelle - Run whatever tire pressure gives a nice, even wear pattern on the tires. Too much air will result in more wear in the center. Too little will result in more wear on the outsides. Somewhere between 30 and 32 should be a good place to start. Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comGrayscale Content Management System:http://www.grayscalecms.com From: Pelle Andersson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 13, 2006 12:54 PMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: [Chevelle-list] Tire pressure? Hi guys! What tire pressurewould you reccomendfor a 402 BB with 265/50 15''? I run 2.5 kilos (approx 36 PSI?) inallfour but the front tires gets a bit deformed since the car has 70% of its weight at the front!? Should I compensate for the higher weight at the front? Best regardsPelle__Chevelle gearheadshttp://hem.bredband.net/chevellegearheads/http://groups.msn.com/chevellegearheads/restorepics.msnw
[Chevelle-list] Part 2 (was RE: Small Rant: Customer Service)
First, I want to thank everyone who responded. At first, I contemplated calling Summit immediately after my wife called and told me of the rude treatment. I decided against it, as I'm trying to be the "Kinder, gentler Karl". See, I'm normally a pretty hot headed guy as it is. Well, this morning she told me this was actually the SECOND time she called and was treated rudely. Well, I decided to call. The call was answered by a guy named Vinny who assured me he was a supervisor. To make a long story short, I'm comfortable with my decision to send my business to Jeg's from now on. Vinny wasn't helpful at all. Part of this is obviously because my wife doesn't have a name to go along with the two times she was treated rudely - which is understandable. At the same time, I didn't really get the "warm fuzzies" that Vinnie even cared about the problem anyway. The call was largely a waste of time. But, on a positive note, my wife did tell me of a positive experience she had. After she had her bad experience with Summit, she called Original Parts Group and talked with Craig, who was extremely helpful. OPG got the money she was planning on spending at Summit and will likely get much much more, thanks to Craig's excellent customer service. Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comGrayscale Content Management System:http://www.grayscalecms.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] Part 2 (was RE: Small Rant: Customer Service)
My wife says that, at least on this particular purchase, the shipping is less than what other people (including Summit) were charging. Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comGrayscale Content Management System:http://www.grayscalecms.com From: Dave Corgill [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, November 11, 2006 1:44 PMTo: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Part 2 (was RE: Small Rant: Customer Service) At 12:16 PM 11/11/2006, you wrote: OPG got the money she was planning on spending at Summit and will likely get much much more, thanks to Craig's excellent customer service.Tell us more after you get the shipping bill.
[Chevelle-list] Small Rant: Customer Service
I know there are a few people here who have their own shops, so I figured I'd share a small rant. As some of you know, I'm doing a (rather slow) complete frame off resto-mod. This will likely entail the replacement or rehab of literally everything on the car. In other words, I will be buying a LOAD of parts and supplies for this job. My wife just called Summit Racing to buy some X-mas presents for my car. She had credit card in-hand and was ready to blow a load of cash. However, she was treated rudely by the person on the phone. They treated her like she was some kind of dummy, so she hung up and told me. I've been a Summit customer since I bought my first car, 15 years ago. I've been an extremely loyal customer all this time, buying tens of thousands of dollars worth of parts for 5 different cars. I just gave my wife the # for Jeg's. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlcore.com Will Work For Parts: http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3
Re: [Chevelle-list] MCC Members - Anyone going to the Glen Burnie show?
Sorry, Dan. I don't have any additional details. The sign was rather hard to read Karl GrovesMaster Certified CIWhttp://www.karlgroves.comGrayscale Content Management System:http://www.grayscalecms.com From: Daniel Solomon [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 03, 2006 8:53 PMTo: chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] MCC Members - Anyone going to the Glen Burnie show? Not a member but might check it out. Do you have any details on the show?DanSolomonhttp://www.freewebs.com/chevelles1970/
