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Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 10-06-2024, 07:43 PM
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I was reading my gauge incorrectly. The hottest...

I was reading my gauge incorrectly. The hottest the car gets is a tad over 200. Here is a reading from today at a stoplight in 93 degree heat. The needle is in the same spot as it was on the 101...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 10-06-2024, 03:41 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Cooling system update I noticed some coolant...

Cooling system update

I noticed some coolant on the front passenger floor mat and assumed the worst. After running a pressure test I noticed the heater core wasn't leaking but coolant was seeping...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-14-2024, 04:35 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
MasterPro 7555 O'Reilly Auto Parts It is...

MasterPro 7555
O'Reilly Auto Parts
It is made in the USA and they had it in stock.
The logos are printed on and can be removed
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-08-2024, 04:07 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
I swapped out the belt for a parts store US made...

I swapped out the belt for a parts store US made replacement that had the least amount of labels printed on the belt. Took the car out today and everything works as it should!

I parked the car in...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-03-2024, 03:57 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Upon closer inspection some hardware decided to...

Upon closer inspection some hardware decided to jump ship too!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-03-2024, 03:46 AM
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Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
7000rpm wasn't nice to the Quanta belt. Any...

7000rpm wasn't nice to the Quanta belt. Any replacement recommendations that can handle the rpm?
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 08-22-2024, 05:08 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
I swapped my M22 for an Autogear transmission...

I swapped my M22 for an Autogear transmission that fit my needs as a driver with 3.31 ring and pinion and wide torque band. I ordered mine with the following ratios
1st 2.994
2nd 1.879
3rd 1.353...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-21-2024, 10:33 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
The show was fun, most people made comments about...

The show was fun, most people made comments about its potential but a few totally enjoyed the car. 2 guys really knew what it was. My favorite car from the show was a well optioned unrestored 69z. It...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-20-2024, 02:56 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
A few shots before the show begins/opening the...

A few shots before the show begins/opening the hood. I'm enjoying this already!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-20-2024, 06:18 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Rear wheel and tire fitment update. Rear tires...

Rear wheel and tire fitment update. Rear tires rub under hard cornering just a hair on the inner wheel well with the 15x10 4.5" BS wheels and M/T Indy Profile N50-15s. The N50 Protracs I had on my...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-11-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
I thought it would be fun to recreate the...

I thought it would be fun to recreate the interior shot from the 70s. I just let the love monster hang from the snoopy air freshener for the photo. Should I install an 8 track player?
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-08-2024, 08:27 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
25 year old Bruce Cremean and his Tuxedo Black...

25 year old Bruce Cremean and his Tuxedo Black 1967 Camaro L78. This photo has a development date of August 1968. Bruce would turn 26 the following month.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-08-2024, 05:55 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Another photo developed in August of 68 before...

Another photo developed in August of 68 before the SS badges and headlight trim was reinstalled. I'm so grateful for these photos!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-07-2024, 07:35 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Here is a shot from Peninsula Cars and Coffee in...

Here is a shot from Peninsula Cars and Coffee in Seaside CA today, a short vid on the way home, and a clip of the idle.

I met some really cool people and the car was well received. At one point...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-07-2024, 12:41 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Here's a photo after the paint job/stripe...

Here's a photo after the paint job/stripe delete.Thanks again to Todd for providing these early photos!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-04-2024, 05:06 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Here's a photo after some repairs. The date on...

Here's a photo after some repairs. The date on the top of the photo says AUG 68. There's more photos coming.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-04-2024, 12:33 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
More photos of the bumper install. The bumper has...

More photos of the bumper install. The bumper has definitely seen better days but I like how it looks. The accident explains why I found remnants of the white stripe on the fenders but not the upper...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-03-2024, 02:44 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
I spoke too soon! This was sent to me by Bruce's...

I spoke too soon! This was sent to me by Bruce's son Todd. The bumper along with header panel and hood were likely replaced within the first year of ownership. Note original plate. This happened on...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-02-2024, 05:52 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
The only other one I have is NOS which would look...

The only other one I have is NOS which would look out of place. The front of the car was dragged out the mud when John Baxter bought it from Judy who parked it in her grandfathers barn in the early...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-01-2024, 10:54 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Next project is to install the original bumper.

Next project is to install the original bumper.
Forum: Preservation forum 06-26-2024, 05:23 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 136,362
Posted By jbtech
Welcome back D!!!

Welcome back D!!!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 06-19-2024, 01:02 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
I went to my local cars and Coffee Father's day...

I went to my local cars and Coffee Father's day and a local photographer took these photos of my car. Luckily where I live there are Cars and Coffee events every weekend year round and I do enjoy my...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 06-12-2024, 11:54 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
I've wanted this look since my last project. In...

I've wanted this look since my last project. In fact I bought these wheels for my Red 67 project a few years ago. I'm really happy how this looks! 15x10 steelies dated 1973. 4.5" Backspace wearing...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 06-09-2024, 05:30 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
I met up this morning with Brent Durst at...

I met up this morning with Brent Durst at Capitola Cars and Coffee owner of the red 4K. He bought his car years ago as a shell, he knew it had racing history and it's still hitting the track to this...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-22-2024, 04:32 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 249,175
Posted By jbtech
Anyone know what track this is? or is this a...

Anyone know what track this is? or is this a street race? Note original 67 blue and white plate and slicks. I also remember Bruce saying he trimmed the rear wheel wells and you can see the rear...
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