Re: [Chevelle-list] Cross Country Purchase

2010-02-18 Thread Larry Hickman
      Dan, I had a proffesional inspector look at a Camaro I was interested in a while back because I did not have the time to make the 6 hr drive. I am so glad I did. For less than $200, I got a full and thoroug inspection. Many, many things that the owner or pictures did not reveal. That

[Chevelle-list] Concept Corvette

2009-09-23 Thread Larry Hickman
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[Chevelle-list] Automotive Lift

2009-07-18 Thread Larry Hickman
The side walls are 16', so height is not an issue.    Jerry, I live in NW MO. I am also planning on radiant floor heat, so anything you have learned, I would appreciate. What is the fuel source for your boiler ?  My options for fuel are propane, waste oil, and a corn burning furnace.   Thanks,

[Chevelle-list] Automotive Lift

2009-07-16 Thread Larry Hickman
I am in the planning stages of building a shop for my farm and hopefully to do some work on classic cars too. I am considering different options for a lift. Would really like something that is not taking up space when not in use. Any opinions, do's, don'ts, experiences, etc ?  All advice is

[Chevelle-list] 5.7 L Hemi

2009-04-27 Thread Larry Hickman
For anyone out there that may happen to have a 5.7L Dodge hemi, there is a problem with the valve springs. My '04 with 80K miles swallowed a valve as a result of the valve spring breaking. The good news is Chrysler did stand behind it and paid for all but $500 of the repairs, even though out of

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1969 Spare Tire

2009-02-03 Thread Larry Hickman
Same for ' 71 ???   Larry   What kind of wheel would a spare be mounted on in a 1969 SS 396 car? A standard steel wheel or a SS mag? Thanks in advance! All 5 wheels are the same, SS car would get an SS wheel for the spare.   Dale From: chevelle-list-boun...@chevelles.net

[Chevelle-list] Big Block upgrade ?

2009-01-15 Thread Larry Hickman
option ?  Does anyone have a preference as far as brands ?  Blueprint, World, GM, etc. ?   Larry Hickman

Re: [Chevelle-list] Sail Panels

2008-12-29 Thread Larry Hickman
I had my'71done by a professional, andthe sail panelsare coming loose anyhow. I wonder if GM used some sort of "miracle" adhesive back in the day ? BTW, good looking engine, Dan ! Larry I had some left over from the restoration that I performed on my Chevelle - they were original and looked a

Re: [Chevelle-list] Christmas Book

2008-12-18 Thread Larry Hickman
Tom     Someone bought me a book called Original Chevelle 1964 - 1972, by Jim Schild. It has some nice pics and some good general info about production #'s and available options etc.   Larry My daughter traditionally gets me a book for Christmas, and she is looking for ideas for me this year.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Auto Inspection Reccomendation

2008-10-28 Thread Larry Hickman
Ed   I had a good experience with a company that someone recommended to me. It was something like; Cars-on-line.com, but not sure of that. My contact was a gal called JJ. They find certified, local inspectors near your car and then she makes the final appraisal after she gets the report from

Re: [Chevelle-list] Car inspection

2008-10-20 Thread Larry Hickman
The camaro is 30 minutes north of Evansville, Indiana.   Larry Hickman --- On Sun, 10/19/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:     Does anyone know of someone who could do a qualified inspection on a '67 Camaro in southern Indiana ? Thanks.   Larry Hickman

[Chevelle-list] Car inspection / appraisal

2008-10-19 Thread Larry Hickman
Does anyone know of someone who could do a qualified inspection on a '67 Camaro in southern Indiana ? Thanks.   Larry Hickman __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

Re: [Chevelle-list] 2010 Camaro update

2008-10-14 Thread Larry Hickman
So Rich... What color did you decide on ?  I don't guess there is any solid information about a build date for the convertibles yet ?   Larry --- On Tue, 10/14/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 63, Issue

[Chevelle-list] VIn and cowl tag decoding

2008-10-08 Thread Larry Hickman
resource that I can get my hands on quickly ? Thanks in advance for any help.   Larry Hickman

Re: [Chevelle-list] ever thought of trading your Chevelle

2008-10-04 Thread Larry Hickman
Jim   I am curious what those other one or two cars would be. The Chevelle I have now is not my dream car, but I do like the way it turned out and don't plan on selling it. I am just going to have to wait to buy another until I have more storage. I would love to find a first generation,

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 62, Issue 8

2008-09-07 Thread Larry Hickman
: [Chevelle-list] '68 Camaro I don't know, but I am looking for a 67 to rebuild if anyone has one. Preferably an RS but will consider others. Looking to spend under $5000. Thanks Dan On Sat, Sep 6, 2008 at 2:08 PM, Larry Hickman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

[Chevelle-list] '68 Camaro

2008-09-06 Thread Larry Hickman
Hey Gang I am looking for some input. I have the opportunity to buy a '68 Camaro, practically in my back yard. It is a project car that ran as recently as 3 or 4 years ago but inside stored for approximately 12 years or longer. Not the original color or transmission, originally 4spd, with

Re: [Chevelle-list] Top ten reasons farm trucks are not stollen

2008-09-02 Thread Larry Hickman
But the $1000 worth of diesel in the transfer tank in the back will make it a little more tempting ! LOL From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Rich Pruett) To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net (The Chevelle Mailing List) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:30:37 +

Re: [Chevelle-list] brake conversion

2008-06-25 Thread Larry Hickman
Jimmy I had the same problem when I did my '71. It ended up that there was a build-up of rust behind the bleed valves on the rear drums. I was able to use a small wire to break the rust loose and bleed them as they should. Good luck. Larry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: When replying,

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 59, Issue 18

2008-06-12 Thread Larry Hickman
Dan I have a naive question. What are fender extensions ? Larry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1. 70 Fender Extensions (Daniel Solomon) Is there any chance that some 70 Chevelle fender extensions were made from pot metal. My friend just picked up a pair of them for a car we are

[Chevelle-list] Internet Scam

2008-06-10 Thread Larry Hickman
Has anyone else seen this scam in your local paper ? A '69 Z28 Camaro w/ 85K mi. and a good pic advertised for $4500. Obviously under priced. I googled the # and the add shows up in at least 6 or 8 papers from across the country. Included is an email address that sends back a generic reply

Re: [Chevelle-list] brake question

2008-05-09 Thread Larry Hickman
A new master cylinder and proportioning valve too. I just made the conversion myself this winter. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Send Chevelle-list mailing list submissions to chevelle-list@chevelles.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 58, Issue 6

2008-05-09 Thread Larry Hickman
chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Mon, 05 May 2008 16:46:34 + Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Crate Engines -- Original message -- From: Larry Hickman Has anyone ever had a good experience with a crate engine ? I bought a small block Chevy, crate engine, through

[Chevelle-list] Crate Engines

2008-05-03 Thread Larry Hickman
Has anyone ever had a good experience with a crate engine ? I bought a small block Chevy, crate engine, through Jasper several years ago to put in my boat. It seemed like an economical alternative to rebuilding the one I had. Long story short, it failed about 30 days out of warranty. When we

Re: [Chevelle-list] Crate Engines

2008-05-03 Thread Larry Hickman
Chuck It was your unfortunate experience that prompted my to tell my tale. Surely someone has had a good experience, otherwise, how would these guys stay in business ? Good luck with your new built engine. Thanks. Larry v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:*

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 56, Issue 12

2008-03-13 Thread Larry Hickman
digest... Today's Topics: 1. Proportioning Valve Problems (Larry Hickman) 2. Re: Proportioning Valve Problems (Jim Buckingham) From: Larry Hickman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Chevelle List chevelle-list@chevelles.net Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2008 13:17:30 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Chevelle-list] Proportioning Valve

[Chevelle-list] Proportioning Valve Problems

2008-03-12 Thread Larry Hickman
Hey Guys I did a front power disk brake conversion on my '71 Chevelle. Everything fit together very well and looks as it should. My problem is I can't bleed the rear brakes. I can crack the brake lines ahead of the wheel cylinders, and get fluid when the pedal is pumped, but can not get

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 56, Issue 2

2008-03-02 Thread Larry Hickman
-list] Brake Proportioning Valve - Original Message - From: Larry Hickman To: Chevelle List Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 5:06 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Brake Proportioning Valve What I really need is a schematic for a 5 port proportioning valve

[Chevelle-list] Brake Proportioning Valve

2008-03-01 Thread Larry Hickman
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[Chevelle-list] Wiper assembly

2008-02-18 Thread Larry Hickman
books. Kinda hard to call around to salvage yards if you don't know what the thing is called. Thanks. Larry Hickman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Send Chevelle-list mailing list submissions to chevelle-list@chevelles.net To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http

[Chevelle-list] (no subject)

2008-01-26 Thread Larry Hickman
What is the issue with OPG ? I ordered an aftermarket non-functioning cowl hood, and was well pleased with it. BTW, have a good original hood for sale. Larry Hickman 56K mi. '71 Chevelle SS clone - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your

Re: [Chevelle-list] Chevelle-list Digest, Vol 54, Issue 28

2008-01-18 Thread Larry Hickman
I am new to the list and have a question about the wiper assembly on '70 - '72 Chevelles. In all of the web sites and parts books that I have looked at to date, I don't see replacements for the shafts and housing (don't know what they are called) that the wiper blades are mounted to. Does