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Forum: Preservation forum Yesterday, 03:21 PM
Replies: 261
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Posted By cook_dw
Because I am a tightass and I have these and...

Because I am a tightass and I have these and thought they would work for my setup. I've had others over the years and sold them. I like them as they are unique. From my understanding due to the...
Forum: Preservation forum Yesterday, 01:34 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
It is not original paint. Its like a hammer-tone...

It is not original paint. Its like a hammer-tone silver. They are not "original" (meaning added to the car during its life before me) to the car but since I am adding other Day 2 items the bars...
Forum: Preservation forum 07-15-2024, 01:02 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
After letting the Ultra Black setup I added some...

After letting the Ultra Black setup I added some Penn Grade 1 80w-90 (formerly Brad Penn oil) along with GM additive. Let it sit for about 30 minutes with the carrier facing upward and no leaks. ...
Forum: Preservation forum 07-12-2024, 11:30 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Yep. I'd just got in a rush when I pulled the...

Yep. I'd just got in a rush when I pulled the yoke back off the first time (using a solid sleeve I left the rear seal out until I got the setup where I liked it) to install the seal and just slapped...
Forum: Preservation forum 07-11-2024, 12:23 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Finally got more Evapo in. Soaked the backing...

Finally got more Evapo in. Soaked the backing plates and axles.

Photos 966 - 967 - Driver side backing plate


Photos 968 - 969 - Pass side



Photos 970 - 971 - In place
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 07-08-2024, 02:17 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,523
Posted By cook_dw
Adjusted photo.

Adjusted photo.
Forum: Preservation forum 07-08-2024, 02:15 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Finally got the pinion yoke cleaned completely...

Finally got the pinion yoke cleaned completely and now its time to set up the diff.

Photos 953 - 956 - Yoke



I decided to go with a solid pinion shim for this application. I measured the...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 07-03-2024, 06:36 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,523
Posted By cook_dw
I'm almost sure I've posted these before but here...

I'm almost sure I've posted these before but here they are again. 1990's. My first car. Purchased from an 89yr old lady. She was the 2nd owner and wrecked it in 1978. I purchased the car for...
Forum: Preservation forum 07-03-2024, 01:01 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Started cleaning the yoke and I think my...

Started cleaning the yoke and I think my evaporust has fought the good fight but its done. I'll be ordering more in the following days.

Photo 947 - Yoke before cleaning


Photos 948 - 950 -...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 07-03-2024, 11:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,299
Posted By cook_dw
I was referring to the placement to the rear of...

I was referring to the placement to the rear of the trunk lid (RED ARROW). Not the fact its a 68 spoiler (GREEN ARROW). And you are correct, early 69's had 68 spoilers.


It would be interesting...
Forum: Member's Rides 07-02-2024, 03:22 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 160,950
Posted By cook_dw
Amazing looking car. Those wheels in the...

Amazing looking car. Those wheels in the original photo in this thread are now home on the 68 Z. Thanks again for letting them come to me.

...
Forum: Preservation forum 07-01-2024, 06:14 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
It would be different if I had the original...

It would be different if I had the original engine and/or trans. But since all 3 are MIA I did not feel the need to replace the diff. At least at this point.
Forum: Preservation forum 07-01-2024, 04:37 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Pinion bearing installed. I removed the old one...

Pinion bearing installed. I removed the old one with a Dremel tool and metal cut off wheel (or you can use an air cut off; I used E-Z lock wheels), a hammer and chisel. Also note the pinion shim...
Forum: Preservation forum 07-01-2024, 12:04 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Diff cleaning and preserving is now complete. ...

Diff cleaning and preserving is now complete. Installed pinion races and carrier bearings (not pictured and previously axle bearings and seals). Once I get the inner pinion bearing installed I will...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 06-28-2024, 06:07 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,523
Posted By cook_dw
Thought I would add a few photos. Some old some...

Thought I would add a few photos. Some old some not so much but they were not digital when taken. First couple of photos of my father's first car which it ran into an overpass when he fell asleep...
Forum: Preservation forum 06-27-2024, 03:37 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
These photos are of the initial teardown. As you...

These photos are of the initial teardown. As you can see the 40 plus year old gear oil had failed. Current plan is to reuse the carrier which I believe might be the original to the car (can not...
Forum: Preservation forum 06-27-2024, 03:14 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
As you can see from the previous photos the...

As you can see from the previous photos the condition of the original leaf springs & perches. An additional spring was added at some point and since I am trying to get it back how it was I left the...
Forum: Olds 06-27-2024, 02:26 PM
Replies: 3,307
Views: 3,732,393
Posted By cook_dw
Great photos and congrats on the maiden voyage...

Great photos and congrats on the maiden voyage and return. Now get that thing in the 13's!!
Forum: Preservation forum 06-27-2024, 02:15 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Honestly, I have not tried Boshield as I had...

Honestly, I have not tried Boshield as I had plenty of the Veto from other projects. I still have a gallon can of Veto that I am using currently as all my aerosol's are used up. I will say I have...
Forum: Preservation forum 06-27-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Photos 850 - 851 - Removed the bumper stop and...

Photos 850 - 851 - Removed the bumper stop and shock body mount and bolts. Before cleaning. Note one bolt failed to have its washer installed from the factory on the passenger side. All other...
Forum: Preservation forum 06-27-2024, 12:49 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Photos 818 - 820 - Removal of the forward exhaust...

Photos 818 - 820 - Removal of the forward exhaust hangers. Note the bolts are zinc/cad for the nut inserts and phosphate on the coarse thread bolts.


Photos 821 - 822 - Floor area where the...
Forum: Preservation forum 06-27-2024, 12:31 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
https://media4.giphy.com/media/d7BlIsX88eQSDE2m1d/...

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I am not sure what the hell they...
Forum: Preservation forum 06-26-2024, 04:44 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Thanks Bill. Any time Jim, glad they were...

Thanks Bill.


Any time Jim, glad they were useful. I will eventually add them to the threads but it'll be a little while.


Photos 791 - 797 - After pressure washing


Photos 798 - 802 -...
Forum: Preservation forum 06-26-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 103,190
Posted By cook_dw
Next I jacked up the rear and got to work with...

Next I jacked up the rear and got to work with the pressure washer knocking off all the old dirt and grime to see how bad the rear tub was.


Photos 782 - 790 - Rear tub before
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 06-26-2024, 02:01 PM
Replies: 378
Views: 197,449
Posted By cook_dw
Great job Jose. Enjoy that street machine.

Great job Jose. Enjoy that street machine.
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