Re: [Chevelle-list] domed hood on Malibu?
We had a guy in our street rod club send $4200 down payment for a 66 GTO...Never saw it again..I guess you have to find someone to go look at the car for you... Ron - Original Message - From: Rick Schaefer To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2006 1:32 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] domed hood on Malibu? Can you spell SCAM??? Winner will get an email "Send me the downpayment I'll take care of everything." And that will be the last the winner ever hears from the seller.And unfortunately it works more often than people care to admit. On 3/29/06, John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks. What a strange auction. Even if it's not a real LS-6 that car lookslike it's worth more than $4200. And to think that it didn't sell at that price doesn't make sense. He says he has the original build sheet too. Isthat auction from like 20 years ago or something?-Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Daniel SolomonSent: Wednesday, March 29, 2006 9:45 PMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] domed hood on Malibu?John,There is a red one for sale right now in yahoo auctions.Its not my auction. Just happen to have Chevelle set up as a search and it came up the same time as your question.http://auctions.yahoo.com/auction/97990493Dan Solomonhttp://www.freewebs.com/chevelles1970/-- Rick Schaefer72 TPI El Camino
Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject)
Greg,are you any relation to Vince Falco??? - Original Message - From: Greg Falco To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, March 21, 2006 10:11 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) I just purchases a 1970 SS and need both a driveshaft and differential. If anyone could point me in the right direction it would be greatly appreciated.
Re: [Chevelle-list] transmission question
Well not to answer your question,but I have had my stock 350 eng and my stock 350 trans, rebuilt..the 350 engine and now has over 400 hp and I drag race with my car club about 6 times during the summer and my stock trans holds up just fine...So I would bet your trans would be fine. Ron - Original Message - From: Bob Haggard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-List@Chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2006 6:41 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] transmission question I have a 2003 4L60 from a pickup that was behind a 5.3 that I am considering using behind a new 350 Ram Jet crate motor to be installed in my 70 Nova. I understand that I will need to buy a computer and wiring harness to make it work. Is anyone running this transmission and will it stand up to 350hp. I also have a 92 model 700r4 that needs rebuilding if the 4L60 is a bad idea. Any suggestions? Bob Haggard Eatonton, Ga.
Re: [Chevelle-list] My 1966 work in Progress
Title: My 1966 work in Progress Dave,the 66 is looking sweet... - Original Message - From: The Hanks To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2006 12:28 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] My 1966 work in Progress Thought I would post some pics of my 1966 that I have been working on for the past two years. The people on the list have been great and I appreciate all the input, assistance and sharing of knowledge . Still believe the 66 is the best looking car Chevrolet ever made just as I did in 1965 when I bought my first one. Wish I stll had the that one.. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... Thanks again for the help. David Hanks 1966 SS396 1974 Corvette ACES 6782 Team Chevelle 1940 Pilot Point, TX
Re: [Chevelle-list] new pictures of my 1969 El Camino
John,where in NY are ya? I am in Rochester,we have maybe a inch on the ground Ron - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, February 13, 2006 1:36 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] new pictures of my 1969 El Camino Just took these today: http://johnnasta.com/elcamino/060213.html
Re: [Chevelle-list] A little rant
Welcome to the world of being a car guy...Not everyone does a 100 point car...so now you can have the pleasure of doing your car the right way.HAVE FUN Mench - Original Message - From: Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, January 23, 2006 10:06 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] A little rant So, I finally got to REALLY dive into disassembling my car this past weekend (http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=6) First, I gotta say that it wasn't until this weekend that I REALLY understood what I was missing from my life. I think I'm just the kind of guy who needs to be playing with cars to feel complete. Its not like I really know that much. If anything, it is the fact that I *don't* know everything that makes it so much fun. But that's not why I'm writing this post. I want to rant a little about what a major clusterf**k my car is. Not that it bothers me, because I wanted a POS to work on, but rather that the previous owner was such an idiot. Some of the priceless examples of auto-mechanic genius: - Apparently, the transmission kickdown cable, vacuum advance, and fuel return lines serve no purpose, because they were unhooked completely - Positive battery cables should be replaced with Monster Cable brand speaker wire. - If you don't know where a wire goes, just cap it off with a wire nut and stick it where it won't get in the way (of the dangling kickdown cable) The list could go on. Honestly, it doesn't bother me to have inherited such a mess, I'm just dumbfounded that people could be so completely careless. If you're not going to do it right, just don't do it at all. After this weekend, I honestly feel like I liberated my car from certain doom. Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com Will Work For Parts: http://chevelle.karlcore.com/detail.php?id=3
Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson
Isn't that what having an "old car" is all about? Having fun with it.I have the best time with my 71 convt..top down,tunes blasting...sometime we go to the drag strip and race against other clubs and that is a rush..can't get better than the high 13's but I don't want to break anything..the bride would kill me LOL If I wanted something that was as nice as some of the BJ cars,I would buy art and hang it on the wall,jus as practical as those cars. I say do your cars the right way..then drive the hell out of them.. Mench - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 7:15 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I totally agree! I've got a 327 SB in my 65 SS it's as much a muscle car as a BB or a Hemi. Runs strong, fun to drive almost affordable to maintain. It'll wind 7K and have the unsuspecting reaching for a roll of Charmin. It's early muscle but absolutely muscle nontheless. Ever been in a early high-po 289 Mustang? Also SB muscle all the way!! Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: Ron [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSent: Sat, 21 Jan 2006 09:48:00 -0700Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I agree on the point that the market is going crazy. I thought last night was nuts ($205k for a z28?)..but when you think about it, certain cars like that Z28 or the '66 Chevelle are very rare finds, so what is the real value? I've seen it posted here before that it's whatever someone will pay for it. Not sure that's the way I'd go looking for an investment, but most of those guys aren't worried about that. It does bother me As far as a 340 Cuda not being a performance car, I'll assume you've never driven a 340 car or maybe you did and it wasn't running right. It's like saying a small block 327 Chevelle isn't one. That little motor gets up and goes. It doesn't have to have a Hemi to be a performance/muscle car. Ron My '66 http://myweb.cableone.net/cutter169/ -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry WilliamsSent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 7:05 AMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I really have mixed emotions about what is happening with the classic car market. On one hand it's really great to see guys make good money selling their cars, but I just think the rich crowd has gone way overboard. These guys have priced the middle class blue collar car collect/DRIVER (like me) out of the market. These guys even paid 61 Gs for a 340 ci 71 Cuda. It was nice, but not even a performance car except for a 4 sp. The real /hot rods/ just seemed to break even. My 65 SS will never make it to BJ, but then again I drive it when I can, and even bang a few 6000 rpm shifts. Larry Williams [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wow, I have a super nice 66-396-375-4spd with 45,500 origional miles. For half of the BJ sale price I might consider selling it.(not really) My son is the second owner of an origional, beautiful 68 hemi Charger. Gulp, what would that bring at BJ. gm66 --- "Dale" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: "Dale" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2006 09:37:50 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], "'The Chevelle Mailing List'" Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson The 66SS was suppose to be a 10K mile original and highly optioned; 4-spd, 360hp, etc. I thought it was $125k as well but the BJ website says $135k (lot 731 - http://www.barrett-jackson.com/auctionresults/common/bj06results_s10.asp if that's the same car). Maybe sometimes underwriters aren't all that naïve. Many cars there are bought from the heart and not the head. Except for reported mileage there was nothing really that special about the car, IMHO. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex LaRue Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 8:04 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I tuned in late last night and caught em putin the hammer down on a Red 66 SS for $125,000. Can anyone give me the details that made this one that special? We use Barrett Jackson, Mecum, Kruse and other auctions as comparables when insuring high dollar cars. Sometimes the underwriters just don't understand and you have to show proof. On another note, I have an old 68 Malibu out back that I am thinking about sticking a Hemi in and running it through BJ in the fall. Anyone know
Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson
Yep,a lot of the street rods sold for a lot less than the cost to build them Mench - Original Message - From: Alex LaRue To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2006 2:46 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I am amazed at what the cars are bringing now. I agree that some of the BJ thing is egos with too much money competing for a trophy, but, and that is a BIG BUT, it happened too many times on Saturday to be a fluke. Those folks are driving the values up on just about every collector car and insurance is about protecting your investment, (aren't you glad you own a Chevelle). Of course you don't have to insure your car for that much. It is good to have documentation (BJ actual sales) if you do want to insure your car for the max. That's how I use their results. On a side note, it seemed that the Street Rods were down thru Saturday. Anybody else pick up on that or did I miss the $100K + sales? Alex LaRueLaRue Insurance Personal Business Insurance Collector Car Insurance Life InsuranceP O Box 119Hodgenville, KY 42748800-303-3518 Fax 270-358-8978Visit us online at www.LaRueInsurance.net or www.LaRueClassics.comJoin 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]On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 11:18 PMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson In a message dated 1/20/2006 8:58:55 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I tuned in late last night and caught em putin the hammer down on a Red 66 SS for $125,000. Can anyone give me the details that made this one that special? Weuse Barrett Jackson, Mecum, Kruse and other auctions as comparables when insuring high dollar cars. Sometimes the underwriters just don't understand and you have to show proof. On another note, I have an old 68 Malibu out back that I am thinking about sticking a Hemi in and running it through BJ in the fall. Anyone know where I can get aset of motor mounts for that??? (all in jest of course unless I could find one of those Smokey Yunick Hemis). Just out of curiosity, why do you use these auctions for insurance purposes? This is just a personal opinion of mine, but all I see these auctions as is rich people competing against one another to see who has too much money to spend. In other words, I see it as all smoke mirrors, not a reflection of what the cars arerealistically worth. Tom
Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson
If the Hemi is is real nice original shapemthey are going for more than $200k..a few hemi clones went for over $100k..makes ya wonder Mench - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 11:03 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson Wow, I have a super nice 66-396-375-4spd with 45,500 origional miles. For half of the BJ sale price I might consider selling it.(not really) My son is the second owner of an origional, beautiful 68 hemi Charger. Gulp, what would that bring at BJ. gm66 --- Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2006 09:37:50 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson The 66SS was suppose to be a 10K mile original and highly optioned; 4-spd, 360hp, etc. I thought it was $125k as well but the BJ website says $135k (lot 731 - http://www.barrett-jackson.com/auctionresults/common/bj06results_s10.asp if that's the same car). Maybe sometimes underwriters aren't all that naïve. Many cars there are bought from the heart and not the head. Except for reported mileage there was nothing really that special about the car, IMHO. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex LaRue Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 8:04 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I tuned in late last night and caught em putin the hammer down on a Red 66 SS for $125,000. Can anyone give me the details that made this one that special? We use Barrett Jackson, Mecum, Kruse and other auctions as comparables when insuring high dollar cars. Sometimes the underwriters just don't understand and you have to show proof. On another note, I have an old 68 Malibu out back that I am thinking about sticking a Hemi in and running it through BJ in the fall. Anyone know where I can get a set of motor mounts for that??? (all in jest of course unless I could find one of those Smokey Yunick Hemis). 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 Clint Hooper Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2006 7:13 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Shocks I've had good luck with polygraphite bushings from Performance Suspension Technologies in the front. Ran them for years on the front of my 68 El Camino w/o any squeaks. One the rear,I wouldn't use anything but rubber. New rubber works ok in the front,too. Clint Hooper HH Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Dan Mascheck mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Clint...with me upgrading the suspension on my 72...We plan on replacing all the other bushings. The Global West A arms have Delum(SP?) bushings. What would you suggest for the remaining bushings on the rest of the front suspension? Dan Mascheck From: Clint Hooper [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 4:52 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Shocks I'll drink to that. g Clint Hooper HH Custom,owner 1969 El Camino ProTourer 2001 H-D FLHR custom bagger http://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: Crazy Rusty mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] I must have drank a little too much before I sent this... nevermind. _ Netscape. Just the Net You Need.
Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson
I would never buy from BL unless I won the lotto..way too many other places to get a great car... Mench - Original Message - From: Bob Haggard [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 8:06 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson They said tonight that they only take 1 out of 3 cars to sell at the BJ auction so that would mean that what you see for sale is the real cream of the crop, either rare or 100 point cars. It appears to me that some of the custom cars that have sold ($80k) are probably very good deals. If I owned a Z-28 or 66 Chevelle with less that 12k miles I'm not sure what kind of money I would expect for it, but I probably would not sell it anyway. If I had a lot of extra cash to invest in a toy I would be there bidding too, but I don't so I'm just watching TV. Bob Haggard From: Ron [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/01/21 Sat AM 11:48:00 EST To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I agree on the point that the market is going crazy. I thought last night was nuts ($205k for a z28?)..but when you think about it, certain cars like that Z28 or the '66 Chevelle are very rare finds, so what is the real value? I've seen it posted here before that it's whatever someone will pay for it. Not sure that's the way I'd go looking for an investment, but most of those guys aren't worried about that. It does bother me As far as a 340 Cuda not being a performance car, I'll assume you've never driven a 340 car or maybe you did and it wasn't running right. It's like saying a small block 327 Chevelle isn't one. That little motor gets up and goes. It doesn't have to have a Hemi to be a performance/muscle car. Ron My '66 http://myweb.cableone.net/cutter169/ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry Williams Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 7:05 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I really have mixed emotions about what is happening with the classic car market. On one hand it's really great to see guys make good money selling their cars, but I just think the rich crowd has gone way overboard. These guys have priced the middle class blue collar car collect/DRIVER (like me) out of the market. These guys even paid 61 Gs for a 340 ci 71 Cuda. It was nice, but not even a performance car except for a 4 sp. The real /hot rods/ just seemed to break even. My 65 SS will never make it to BJ, but then again I drive it when I can, and even bang a few 6000 rpm shifts. Larry Williams [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wow, I have a super nice 66-396-375-4spd with 45,500 origional miles. For half of the BJ sale price I might consider selling it.(not really) My son is the second owner of an origional, beautiful 68 hemi Charger. Gulp, what would that bring at BJ. gm66 --- Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2006 09:37:50 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson The 66SS was suppose to be a 10K mile original and highly optioned; 4-spd, 360hp, etc. I thought it was $125k as well but the BJ website says $135k (lot 731 - http://www.barrett-jackson.com/auctionresults/common/bj06results_s10.asp if that's the same car). Maybe sometimes underwriters aren't all that naïve. Many cars there are bought from the heart and not the head. Except for reported mileage there was nothing really that special about the car, IMHO. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex LaRue Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 8:04 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I tuned in late last night and caught em putin the hammer down on a Red 66 SS for $125,000. Can anyone give me the details that made this one that special? We use Barrett Jackson, Mecum, Kruse and other auctions as comparables when insuring high dollar cars. Sometimes the underwriters just don't understand and you have to show proof. On another note, I have an old 68 Malibu out back that I am thinking about sticking a Hemi in and running it through BJ in the fall. Anyone know where I can get a set of motor mounts for that??? (all in jest of course unless I could find one of those Smokey Yunick Hemis). 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
Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson
Hell,..2 mil mine is gone and I am throwing in a new paint job LOL Mench - Original Message - From: Dan Mascheck [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 10:37 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson Well for $1.2 million they could have my Chevelle! Dan -Original Message- From: Bob Haggard [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 7:06 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson They said tonight that they only take 1 out of 3 cars to sell at the BJ auction so that would mean that what you see for sale is the real cream of the crop, either rare or 100 point cars. It appears to me that some of the custom cars that have sold ($80k) are probably very good deals. If I owned a Z-28 or 66 Chevelle with less that 12k miles I'm not sure what kind of money I would expect for it, but I probably would not sell it anyway. If I had a lot of extra cash to invest in a toy I would be there bidding too, but I don't so I'm just watching TV. Bob Haggard From: Ron [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/01/21 Sat AM 11:48:00 EST To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I agree on the point that the market is going crazy. I thought last night was nuts ($205k for a z28?)..but when you think about it, certain cars like that Z28 or the '66 Chevelle are very rare finds, so what is the real value? I've seen it posted here before that it's whatever someone will pay for it. Not sure that's the way I'd go looking for an investment, but most of those guys aren't worried about that. It does bother me As far as a 340 Cuda not being a performance car, I'll assume you've never driven a 340 car or maybe you did and it wasn't running right. It's like saying a small block 327 Chevelle isn't one. That little motor gets up and goes. It doesn't have to have a Hemi to be a performance/muscle car. Ron My '66 http://myweb.cableone.net/cutter169/ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Larry Williams Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 7:05 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I really have mixed emotions about what is happening with the classic car market. On one hand it's really great to see guys make good money selling their cars, but I just think the rich crowd has gone way overboard. These guys have priced the middle class blue collar car collect/DRIVER (like me) out of the market. These guys even paid 61 Gs for a 340 ci 71 Cuda. It was nice, but not even a performance car except for a 4 sp. The real /hot rods/ just seemed to break even. My 65 SS will never make it to BJ, but then again I drive it when I can, and even bang a few 6000 rpm shifts. Larry Williams [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wow, I have a super nice 66-396-375-4spd with 45,500 origional miles. For half of the BJ sale price I might consider selling it.(not really) My son is the second owner of an origional, beautiful 68 hemi Charger. Gulp, what would that bring at BJ. gm66 --- Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Dale [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2006 09:37:50 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson The 66SS was suppose to be a 10K mile original and highly optioned; 4-spd, 360hp, etc. I thought it was $125k as well but the BJ website says $135k (lot 731 - http://www.barrett-jackson.com/auctionresults/common/bj06results_s10.asp if that's the same car). Maybe sometimes underwriters aren't all that naïve. Many cars there are bought from the heart and not the head. Except for reported mileage there was nothing really that special about the car, IMHO. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD now available! http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex LaRue Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 8:04 AM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Barrett Jackson I tuned in late last night and caught em putin the hammer down on a Red 66 SS for $125,000. Can anyone give me the details that made this one that special? We use Barrett Jackson, Mecum, Kruse and other auctions as comparables when insuring high dollar cars. Sometimes the underwriters just don't understand and you have to show proof. On another note, I have an old 68 Malibu out back that I am thinking about sticking a Hemi in and running it through BJ in the fall. Anyone know where I can get a set of motor mounts for that??? (all in jest of course unless I could find one of those Smokey Yunick Hemis). Alex LaRue LaRue Insurance Personal Business Insurance Collector Car Insurance Life Insurance P O Box 119 Hodgenville,
Re: [Chevelle-list] automatic to 4 speed
Good question,I want to do the same thing to my 71 Ron - Original Message - From: John To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Friday, January 13, 2006 4:11 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] automatic to 4 speed Can someone help my memory but telling me if I have to have a 4 speed "hump" added to change automatic to 4 spd. in 64 SS Chevelle? Been a while since had 4 speed car. Thanks John
Re: [Chevelle-list] New member, questions
Phil ya sound a lot like me...first wife 4 ys and hated anything to do with cars...my new bride ...34 yrs and counting...Loves old cars..she has a 62 t-bird..semi custom and she drives it when ever the roads are ok and she tells me to keep my paws off of it,she likes it the way it it...I think I may just keep her around for another yr or two. Ron - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2006 8:03 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] New member, questions Congratulations on the new wife. My wife isn't really into this stuff but she supports my interest let's me enjoy it. At 57 I'm sure I'm alot older than you. My first wife lasted 3 years. My new one is 27 years counting for the rest of my life!! She's a keeper if only for the $$I spend on the car and the garage!! LOL!!! She'll even go for a ride in my fast noisy Hot Rod a few times a summer if I promise ice cream. Welcome to the List may you have a joyous lifetime love affair with your car your wife!!! Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: Karl Groves [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSent: Wed, 4 Jan 2006 17:19:38 -0500Subject: [Chevelle-list] New member, questions Hello - I've just subscribed to this list, and I want to introduce myself before I start posting. My name is Karl and I just (as in this afternoon) purchased a 71 Chevelle. I've had fast, (mostly) old cars all my life, starting with a 70 Camaro when I was in high school. I've also had a 77 Z/28 and 76 Stingray. I had a son in 98 and the (now ex) wife pressured me into getting rid of my Z/28 and get a minivan needless to say, things didn't last very long with her. Since 1998, I've been driving more "practical" vehicles and my living arrangements weren't really conducive to having an old car to work on. The (new) wife and I bought a house a few months ago and, thanks to the side money I've been earning making web sites, I've been able to afford a project car. The Chevelle I just bought was owned by the neighbor of my babysitter. The guy's had it since 2001 and "always planned on working on it" but never did. It is somewhat of a basket case. There's rust in all the stereotypical places, the interior is a mess, they tried putting on a cowl induction scoop with pop rivets, and all sorts of small issues. The two main problems are the roof is completely rusted underneath the vinyl top. The whole roof will need to be transplanted. The second issue is the steering column must be completely screwed up, because you basically have to "hot wire" the car to drive it. For the price I paid, I'm psyched to have it. The point, to me, of owning an old car is to work on it. I'm not the kind of guy who wants to have the car already done for him. To me, the joy comes from knowing I'm eventually going to touch every nut and bolt on this car. I plan on doing the "resto-rod" thing - making it look mostly stock, except for a few upgrades to the interior such as seats and dash stuff. All best are off for the drive train, suspension, and breaks though. Anyway, enough babbling from me. I'm very glad to have found this list. Last, can someone tell me something about my car from this VIN? 136371B202451 Thanks! Karl Groves Master Certified CIW http://www.karlgroves.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] New member, questions
Truer words were never spokenYa got to respect each otherYea I was in Nam for a bit my own self..Your first sounds like mine..by the time I got back home after saying good bye to her,she and her mom had all my cards maxed out and tons of other bills...took me over 5 yrs to pay off...worst thing was my HUGE record collection,with tons of out of print now albums,was sent to me in a huge box...she melted them all into a huge ball...that was cold.. Mench - Original Message - From: Wayne Kline [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2006 9:41 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] New member, questions Gosh, Are you sure Y'all first wives was not my first wife sisters ! Got married B-4 I went across the big pond 1966.( thank you Uncle sam ) Spent the next 14 years in a battle over mostly my Cars.. Only time she liked them is when I sold one or got a pay day from doing work ( i was rebuilding corvettes and doing repair/upgrade work besides my regular job) IN a last ditch effort to save our relationship.. I sold my 37 chevy Coupe,56 Chevy Nomad,56 Chevy HT and 67 Corvette. Well. 13 months later I came home to an empty home. No $$$ in the bank and 10 months of unpaid bill and maxed out credit card's plue lowest of lows, the Bitch even hall-ed off my duel Snap on roller cabinet and all my tools [EMAIL PROTECTED]( another 4 years of payment to the Snap on Man and no tools) My 2nd Love 24 years and going strong. understands nothing about cars. or Electronics ( my other hobby) but then again I understand nothing about Art. Or Sting chamber Music But we support each others interest no mater how varied they my be. She go's to like the NE Chevelle Weekend and Reads But I then go and sit through renditions of Bach, Hayden or Mortzart... Example lasts nights Rose bowl.. She has 0 interest in football but sat with me through the whole game with out one negative word .. But the other side of that coin..over the weekend a move was on TCM from the 40's. Some BW big musical dance thing... she knew all the actors the composer the set designer..I sat an enjoyed it with her. So speaking like Dr.Phill IMO you need a person who respects your interest and YOU must respect hers no mater how painful or weird you think they are... Wayne ACES 1556 TC 186 _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame Mounts
Could some do me a favor..I can't seem to start my own post..so could one of you do it for me I am going to Venice Beach Fla the last week in Jan and I am wanting to know if anyone on the board knows of any cruise nites or any car things going on down there. Thanks so much Ron Menchey 71 convt. - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, January 02, 2006 3:56 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame Mounts I swapped a 468 BB into my 68 El Camino that was formerly a 307 and kept the frame mounts. All I changed was the motor mounts. Never had a problem using the 307 frame mounts. Clint HooperHH Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm
Re: [Chevelle-list] Happy New Year
Dale,congrats on the retirement...you will love it...I did it almost 8 yrs ago and it is greatlots and lots of time to work on the cars,at least ya have time if ya get all your 'Honey dos done" LOL Ron - Original Message - From: Dale To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Sunday, January 01, 2006 11:11 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Happy New Year With today being my first official day of retirement, its been a Happy New Year for me already. Best of luck to everyone this year and may all your problems be little ones! Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 ChevelleReference CDnow available! ACES #1709/TC Gold #92
Re: [Chevelle-list] What Year is Yours?
Mine is a 71 Malibu convt. numbers match..350,350..posi rear...front disc brakes...I was told it was semi-rare cuz they didn't make many of the convts with bench seat,350,350 combo with posi rear and disc breaks...I am just going on what I was told,I haven;t reshearched it..I have had the car for about 20 yrs and both my daughters drove it during thier high school yrs...now it is mine and I love just crusing in it...I had the engine built..new alumn.heads,etc,etc.now around 400 hp...but I still have all the orginial parts. Ron - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Sunday, January 01, 2006 12:04 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] What Year is Yours? It's one of those #'s matching 138xx 68 SS, Seafrost Green, black vinyl top, bench seat, column shift, 350hp, TH400, 3.07 rear, Chevelles that's going to stay as original as I can keep it, but I still drive it every where it goes. I traded a 9.90 sec 76 Nova drag car for it. BillL
Re: [Chevelle-list] what year is yours?
71 convt.,currently being striped for repaint Ron - Original Message - From: Larry Shouse To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2005 10:29 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] what year is yours? 1966 SS396 Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: bob howard To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2005 10:21 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] what year is yours? Seems like there are not very many 64 and 65 chevelle's or elkysthat are owned by people on the list . What do most people have , by year. Just for my information. Bob 64SS chevelle 65SS chevelle
Re: [Chevelle-list] what year is yours?
forgot other cars: 71 malibu convt..Favorite! 39 chev,street rod 49 Hudson,restored 62 T-bird,mild custom,wifes car then reg,truck and suv for winter driving. - Original Message - From: malibu65 [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2005 11:26 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] what year is yours? 65 Malibu 327 4 speed, originally a 283 2bbl powerglide. Chuck Kranz Seems like there are not very many 64 and 65 chevelle's or elkys that are owned by people on the list . What do most people have , by year. Just for my information. Bob 64SS chevelle 65SS chevelle
Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security
I keep a couple of things on all my old cars.fule shutoff,in plain sight...battery kill switch ,harder to find. and if I am away from the cars for any time,a battery quick disconnect. So far in 40 yrs nothing has gone missing. Ron - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 3:35 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Herb, I saw a neat item on a friends Harley. He doesnt use his bike much so he also keep a tender on it while parked. He uses a small connector like the ones or RC cars, one on the bike and one on the tender, and then he just plugs it in. You could put it where you want and avoid to pop the hood all the time. André Larry, I have an alarm on my Vette because at one time it was my daily transportation. Now that I don't drive it too often, the alarm drains the battery so I have to keep a battery tender hooked up all the time. It's a pita and I don't think it would stop a thief if he really wanted it. I guess since it's a '76 it's probably pretty safe! g Herb Lumpp http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Larry Shouse Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 7:39 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Sounds like a good plan Herb. I too have an agreed value policy (which I will raise the amount on shortly) in place,and plan to have one or two ways to discourage a would be thief. I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned having a security system in their cars... Just thinking out loud, does anybody make a remote keyless entry system/security system that works well with our cars? Or would that be considered a classic car faux pas? Larry - Original Message - From: Herb Lumpp To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 7:14 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security Hi Larry, My El has a fuel cutoff (hidden in plain sight), a battery cut off (hidden quite well), and an agreed value policy with Grundy, which will almost be enough to replace it if it should ever disappear! Herb Lumpp http://users.adelphia.net/~hlump/index.htm -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Larry Shouse Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 6:48 PM To: Chevelle List Subject: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle Security What are you all doing to protect your Chevelle while out and about? Security systems? Fuel shut-offs? Electrical cut-offs? Hood locks? Steering Wheel locks? Thanks for your response, Larry Shouse
Re: [Chevelle-list] 3.73 or 4.56?
Jim,I have a very healthy 350 cu.in over 400 hp in my 71 convt...had 3:21 stock gears...after the engine was done I wanted to drag it a few times a yr with my car club...so I went to 3:73...not a huge improvement in et but I like to drive the car and with the 3:73's the engine revs way to much at highway speeds and it is driving me crazy...I am repainting the car this winter and after the paint is done,I am either going back to the stock 3:21 or maybe 3:50.So I say if ya are wanting to drive the car any distance stich with the 3:73 or 3:50..if ya plan on doing a lot of racing then 4:56 or 4:11 Ron - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2005 9:20 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 3.73 or 4.56? Hi Jim: I've heard what everyone said I agree with most. I've got a pretty healthy 327 in a 65 SSwith a M-20 4 speed, a 12 bolt 3.73 gears. I'm runningCoker 75 series redline tires about 28 inches high.It's great in town, the suburbs back roads. On the highway at 60-65 I'm taching 3000-3200 rpms people are blowing me off the road. I try to drive non-highway as much as possible. I also drag race it a few time a season. The future mayinclude a 5 or 6 speed. It's mainly a show car a cruiser. The max its been on the road is 100 miles one way. The Flowmasters are singing all the way!! It's noisy! If you plan little or no highway use will be driving mostly in town around, with an occasional trip to the drags, you could get away with the 4.56. If you plan to cruise put it on the road stay away. Go with the 3.55-3.73. The 3.73 is about the mostversitile and that'sstretching it. Use the ratio that will best fit what your plans arefor the car. Be realistic. Witha 4.56 you may have to trailer to some events as necessary. I enjoy driving my car am not interested in burning out my engine prematurely. Those 5 6 speeds with the .8 .6 gears are looking better every year!! Good luck with your decision Happy Cruising!!! Phil G. 65 SS -Original Message-From: J. Brady [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Chevelle Group chevelle-list@chevelles.netSent: Mon, 28 Nov 2005 13:24:17 -0800 (PST)Subject: [Chevelle-list] 3.73 or 4.56? OK folks, I have the opportunity to use 3.73 or 4.56 gears in the 10-bolt posi I'm going to put in the '66. The car has a 300+/-HP 327 and PG. Anyone have any thoughts or previous experience with the 4.56 gears and the PG/small block setup? I drive the car to local shows, and want to be able to take it to Cecil on occasion. A relative told me to do the 4.56s and nothing less, thus my indecision. Thanks, Jim __ Yahoo! Mail - PC Magazine Editors' Choice 2005 http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions
I was using the stock 3:21..350 with auto..then I had the engine built to around 425 hp and installed a 3:73 so I could drag race every so often..I was thinking of going back to the 3:21 cuz I get tired of hearing the engine whine but now I am thinking of switching to a 4 sp so the gears I have in it will be fine. Ron - Original Message - From: Ryan Langstraat To: Chevelle Chat Forum Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 6:57 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions 1) I was wondering what ring and pinion gears you guys are using? I am looking for mostly cruising but the occasional run isnt out of the question. What would you guys suggest? 2) I may come into ownership of a 69 Impala this weekendI really dont have a huge use for it and was wondering if any of you guys would be interested in it. I dont think it has a engine or tranny but I havent looked at it real close yet. Let me know if at all interested... Ryan
Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions
Yep I know that,just think the 3:73's will give it more zip through first and second,that is if I still want to race. Thanks Ron - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, November 02, 2005 10:40 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions You do realize that a 4 speed will not change the engine speed don't you? 4th gear is 1:1 just like 3rd is 1:1 in the automatic. You'll have to get a 5 speed to have an overdrive.BillLAt 08:29 AM 11/2/2005, you wrote: I was using the stock 3:21..350 with auto..then I had the engine built to around 425 hp and installed a 3:73 so I could drag race every so often..I was thinking of going back to the 3:21 cuz I get tired of hearing the engine whine but now I am thinking of switching to a 4 sp so the gears I have in it will be fine.Ron
Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions
I think 4.10 are a tad too steep for me,I like to go on a cruise and not have the engine whine that high at cruise speed.But your car,ya can do what floats your boat. Ron - Original Message - From: Craig Ellis To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, November 02, 2005 5:03 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions I agree. I've got 3.42s and I'm changing them out this winter for 4.10s... - Original Message - From: Ron Menchey To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, November 02, 2005 4:51 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions Yep I know that,just think the 3:73's will give it more zip through first and second,that is if I still want to race. Thanks Ron - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, November 02, 2005 10:40 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 2 questions You do realize that a 4 speed will not change the engine speed don't you? 4th gear is 1:1 just like 3rd is 1:1 in the automatic. You'll have to get a 5 speed to have an overdrive.BillLAt 08:29 AM 11/2/2005, you wrote: I was using the stock 3:21..350 with auto..then I had the engine built to around 425 hp and installed a 3:73 so I could drag race every so often..I was thinking of going back to the 3:21 cuz I get tired of hearing the engine whine but now I am thinking of switching to a 4 sp so the gears I have in it will be fine.Ron
Re: [Chevelle-list] Winter project
Looks like a good project Dave.On your website,the 70 you painted,what color red is it? I am redoing my 71 convt this winter and am looking at reds...I am leaning towards a 05 Corvette metallic red with lite gray real flame ghost flames.Also I am collecting parts to switch the auto over to a 4 speed. Ron - Original Message - From: Dave Benjamin To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 11:50 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Winter project I just got the neighbors car in for a winter restore. It is a 1967 Chevelle Malibu 283, 2 spd with Air. I finally got the M38 Jeep done. You can see pics here. http://home.golden.net/~benj/id259.htm Will be in Website restorations shortly. Dave Ingersoll,Ontario My web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/
[Chevelle-list] looking for
Don't know if any of you can help me or not but it will be a start.I have been looking for a 1977 Malibu classic station wagon for years..I am looking for the one that has the center console with swivel bucket seats...WE had a new one and loved it,at least till it was totaled by a snow plow LOL..I have never seen one for sale any where..So if any of you chev guys hears of one PLEASE get back to me Thanks so much Ron
Re: [Chevelle-list] looking for
Close but not quite,,the one I want has the headlite one on top of the other and the model is a Malibu Classis Thanks though Ron - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 1:46 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] looking for Check out this link! http://www.kentuckycarclubs.com/Used_Car_Lot/The_Lot/the_lot_23.html From: Ron Menchey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2005/11/01 Tue AM 07:28:08 EST To: The Chevelle Mailing List Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] looking for Don't know if any of you can help me or not but it will be a start.I have been looking for a 1977 Malibu classic station wagon for years..I am looking for the one that has the center console with swivel bucket seats...WE had a new one and loved it,at least till it was totaled by a snow plow LOL..I have never seen one for sale any where..So if any of you chev guys hears of one PLEASE get back to me Thanks so much Ron Terry S. Hodges ACES #5982
Re: [Chevelle-list] Seats?
Depends,do ya want buckets or a bench,they had both...I took out the bench seats in my 71 convt. and put in buckets. mench - Original Message - From: Pelle Andersson To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Saturday, October 22, 2005 2:52 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Seats? Which seats fits in a Chevelle -71? Best regardsPelle__Chevelle gearheadshttp://hem.bredband.net/chevellegearheads/
Re: [Chevelle-list] dakota digital
I have had Dokota digital gages in my 39 chev street rod for over 15 yrs with no problems...only thing is..I am getting tired of them and I think I am going to go back to a real nice set of gages...But I also think if they make a set for your 60 or my 71 to fit in the original dash ,they might look nice. Mench - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Saturday, October 22, 2005 8:35 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] dakota digital Im looking for a dash for my 60 Impala. Does anyone know where to get the best pricing on the Dakota Digital stuff? Thank you. Dan McIntosh1960 Impala Sport CoupeStreet Metal Fabricationshttp://www.lowriderimpala.com
Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject)
Sweet,I have two quotes for the paint on my 71 convt.both have bee right around $4500,I am going with the second guy cuz he is going to strip it down to bare metal and because he has a chevelle.I am going with a 05 Corvette red with silver ghost flames. A little info on my 71 71 Malibu convt 350 cu in auto bench seats front disc brakes posi rear I was told that it is a low numbered car,not many with those options,don't know if it is true or not I had the engine built,now has around 425 hp,new gears and posi unit,bucket seats,old style cragars,the bumpers were not too good so I painted them,but am getting new ones for this repaint.I am also collecting the parts to change the auto to a 4 sp...I am tired of not having a 4sp. Well thats about it.Great site,lots of good info. Mench Rochester,NY - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle-list@chevelles.net Sent: Monday, October 17, 2005 2:02 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] (no subject) THE OWNER OF THE SHOP QUOTED ME $2800.00 TO DO THE CHEVELLE,BUT LAST WEEK BEFORE HE SPRAYED THE CAR HE SAYS TO ME THAT BECAUSE I HAVE BEEN SO PATIENT, AND HAVE NOT COMPLAINED HE WILL ONLY CHARGE ME FOR MATERIALS.I KNOW IT PAYS SOMETIMES TO BE PATIENT.LET ME TELL YOU GUYS, WAIT TIL YOU SEE THE FINISH ON THIS CAR.JOE
[Chevelle-list] looking for parts
Ihave a 71 350 auto convt.that I want to switch to a 4sp..I have the bellhouseing and a muncie.I need everything else..does anyone have a 4 sp car they are parting out of does anyone have extra parts..like I said I need everything..flywheel,pedals,linkages,crossmember etc,etc, Thanks Mench
