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Forum: Technical & Restoration 02-15-2026, 09:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 638
Posted By DougsL78
Not worried about making it- absolutely will do...

Not worried about making it- absolutely will do so. Just hadn’t seen it before, and wanted to confirm.

Thanks guys.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 02-14-2026, 11:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 638
Posted By DougsL78
I figured as much- is it weird that it’s not part...

I figured as much- is it weird that it’s not part of any rebuild kit? I mean you can get every spring, nut, bolt, pin, etc…

Thanks for the quick response.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 02-14-2026, 10:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 638
Posted By DougsL78
1968 Nova front drum brake question

Doing a complete rebuild on the front drum brakes on my 68 L78 Nova.

There is one piece I can’t figure out what it’s for, and doesn’t come in any rebuild kit that I can find.

Behind the pin and...
Forum: Lounge 11-26-2025, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,047
Posted By DougsL78
Im downtown Toronto and may be able to help as...

Im downtown Toronto and may be able to help as well, let me know.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 10-05-2025, 10:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,858
Posted By DougsL78
Its now 1200 less than what I paid for it a few...

Its now 1200 less than what I paid for it a few years ago. Just want someone to be able to use it (as I will not). Great deal for someone looking for a true L78 Nova block.
Forum: Lounge 09-24-2025, 10:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,740
Posted By DougsL78
Just a final follow-up on my personal experience...

Just a final follow-up on my personal experience for anyone that is thinking about going this route for parts.

I ordered 3 full kits plus some extra stuff (lugnuts etc.) - I think 4 "kits" were...
Forum: Technical & Restoration 09-19-2025, 04:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By DougsL78
So, usable? Or should I be sourcing others? ...

So, usable? Or should I be sourcing others? There aren’t many (any?) repro ones that are correct so that may be a difficult task for the proper restoration…
Forum: Technical & Restoration 09-12-2025, 03:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By DougsL78
I guess my question is - is this one bent or is...

I guess my question is - is this one bent or is it as designed? Should I be sourcing replacements? 69W314speed’s picture being the same is interesting and gave me hope I didn’t have to source...
Forum: Technical & Restoration 09-11-2025, 04:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By DougsL78
Thanks - that’s super interesting…. I didn’t pay...

Thanks - that’s super interesting…. I didn’t pay attention taking them off (I didn’t expect a difference).. so if they are different, is there a dedicated right/left? What side is the ‘extra bend’...
Forum: Technical & Restoration 09-11-2025, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By DougsL78
68 Nova leaf spring question

Hey guys,

The 5 leaf leaf springs here are for sure the factory ones that came with my ‘68 L78 nova as the drivetrain is original to the car…

While restoring, I noticed a difference in the...
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 07-03-2025, 05:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,915
Posted By DougsL78
Thanks all, found everything except the fan...

Thanks all, found everything except the fan clutch and mirror... still on the hunt for those ones.

Many items were from members here, thank you!
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 07-03-2025, 03:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,915
Posted By DougsL78
Found one locally - thank you! Apologies for...

Found one locally - thank you! Apologies for late reply. I didnt have a notification on the thread.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 07-03-2025, 03:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,915
Posted By DougsL78
Apologies - I didn't even see the question above...

Apologies - I didn't even see the question above - yes, it is the 3.25" spacing.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 06-08-2025, 04:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,858
Posted By DougsL78
1500. Almost at half of what I paid. Someone...

1500. Almost at half of what I paid. Someone take this and build it please!
Forum: Technical & Restoration 06-04-2025, 01:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,352
Posted By DougsL78
Just a bump if anyone could help out, I'd be...

Just a bump if anyone could help out, I'd be super appreciative.
Thanks!
Forum: Technical & Restoration 05-28-2025, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,352
Posted By DougsL78
Correct color for '68 Nova L78 parts

Hi All,

I rummaged through as many threads as I could over the past few days - and cant find the answer to my question - what is the correct color for the following 4 parts on my '68 L78 Nova...
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 03-30-2025, 03:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,858
Posted By DougsL78
Bump. Further reduction to 1700. Great...

Bump. Further reduction to 1700.

Great deal for someone. I’m just never going to build it.
Forum: Lounge 03-29-2025, 01:11 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 14,605
Posted By DougsL78
Happy Birthday Tom, all the best.... Hoping...

Happy Birthday Tom, all the best....

Hoping to get your car done by the next turn of the odometer!
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 03-10-2025, 02:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,327
Posted By DougsL78
Awesome info.. I will keep a lookout. I always...

Awesome info.. I will keep a lookout. I always wondered how so many studs ended up being broken.. always thought on removal/storage. Learn something everyday here. Than you so much!
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 03-10-2025, 02:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,327
Posted By DougsL78
I was not aware… I think the earliest ones were...

I was not aware… I think the earliest ones were cut differently on the outer fins, but am unsure if that’s the difference you are referring to - maybe those only ended up on Camaros..I had no idea…Is...
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 03-09-2025, 09:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,327
Posted By DougsL78
Hood Louvers (Nova/Camaro)

Looking for a set of hood louver inserts for my ‘68 Nova restoration.

I have NOS bezels, but my inserts have a bunch of broken pins.

Looking for NOS, but will consider any originals that don’t...
Forum: Lounge 01-03-2025, 02:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,740
Posted By DougsL78
I should clarify that I was not bashing- he has...

I should clarify that I was not bashing- he has been extremely polite in interactions and is putting together a long list of correct fasteners for me that would have been extremely time consuming to...
Forum: Lounge 01-02-2025, 04:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,740
Posted By DougsL78
I also am having that experience - been waiting...

I also am having that experience - been waiting nearly 6 months for a few complete kits of hardware. I am starting to get worried - but glad to hear they always come eventually.

It was a large...
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 01-02-2025, 06:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,116
Posted By DougsL78
68 Nova Driveshaft

I know there are a lot of great places to get a driveshaft made (Denny’s for example) but as am after a factory correct restoration of my 68 L78/M22 Nova- looking for an original one that is as close...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 12-28-2024, 05:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 26,233
Posted By DougsL78
Slow but sure is the name of the game this...

Slow but sure is the name of the game this winter…. This week’s task is cleaning up subframe parts and window regulators. Anyone have suggestions on “natural steel” paint brand/color (or, does...
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