Re: [Chevelle-list] NEW ADDITION

2004-04-21 Thread RMilkiewicz
CONGRATULATIONS HOPE YOU CAN GET LOTS OF Rich - Original Message - From: Joey Laveroni [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 21, 2004 3:42 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] NEW ADDITION TODAY 4/20/2004 MY SON WAS BORN AT 5:48 PM EST WE HAVE ANOTHER CHEVELLE

Re: [Chevelle-list] Stereo Wiring

2004-04-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
Try going to the manufacturer of the stereo equipment on the web. Many if not all have the owners manual on theirweb site that you can download an print. Just print the pages you need as these can be pretty big. You may have to search for awhile but I'm sure you'll find it. I have not heard

Re: [Chevelle-list] Hot Start Problem

2004-04-17 Thread RMilkiewicz
If your running headers it's a good feature. My Nova had headers that ran close to the starter and I got hot start conditions during cruises. I installed this set up and it solved my problem. I bought mine from MAD. But it was a remote selinoid. Here is a link to what I had.

[Chevelle-list] Big block crank

2004-04-02 Thread RMilkiewicz
Anyone looking for a new crank for a big block? This is a heck of a deal. http://www.primediapowerpages.com/cgi-bin/ePages7.storefront/404669f0001e7657c0a8013a05d2/Product/View/100157-1017233

Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: NEW torque converters

2004-04-02 Thread RMilkiewicz
are you and what do you have? do you do local shows or meets? joe -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of RMilkiewicz Sent: Friday, April 02, 2004 10:14 AM To: Michael Pell; The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] OT: NEW torque converters

[Chevelle-list] Trunk monkey

2004-03-28 Thread RMilkiewicz
Has anyone seen the trunk monkey? Here is all 4 of them in one place. Very funny. http://www.suburban-trunkmonkey.com/

Re: [Chevelle-list] Identifying parts??

2004-03-22 Thread RMilkiewicz
Title: Message Looks like it may a '66 or '67 pontiac. It's the same type I had on my "67 Le Mans. - Original Message - From: Fruhauf Kerry A SSgt 3 CS/SCBS To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 12:03 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame rail VIN on a '66 and '67

2004-03-16 Thread RMilkiewicz
On my '66 the number is on the left rear. Where the gas tank is. It's on the top rail and the side. You can't see it with out pulling the body. Rich - Original Message - From: Krister Meister [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, March 15, 2004

Re: [Chevelle-list] Fw: weatherstripping.........

2004-03-03 Thread RMilkiewicz
Try John Nasta. I just bought several items from him and he's a good guy to deal with. http://oldcarnetwork.com/ Rich - From: John To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, March 03, 2004 10:26 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Fw: weatherstripping.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Glove box bezel?

2004-02-24 Thread RMilkiewicz
I just bought one for my '66 at National Parts Depot. It's not concourse but it is very nice. Rich - Original Message - From: Jack Thorpe To: Chevelle-list Sent: Monday, February 23, 2004 2:49 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Glove box bezel? Hi All Can

Re: [Chevelle-list] Body OFF

2004-02-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
That's exactly how I did my '66 Dave. It sure was scary till I got my dolly under the body. I had 6 guys help me put it back on. It took 2 minutes to put on and all day to take it off by myself. What an experience that was. Rich - Original Message - From: Dave Benjamin

Re: [Chevelle-list] : Need Wiring help please!

2004-02-17 Thread RMilkiewicz
Charles, It sounds like it could be a bad ground in your dash harness. I had a similar problem on my Nova and it turned out to be a loose ground on the dash harness. Good luck. Rich - Original Message - From: Charles Pierce [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, February

[Chevelle-list] Plastic plating

2004-01-29 Thread RMilkiewicz
Has anyone used any of these guys for plastic chroming? Any complaints? http://www.cvvacuumplaters.com/ http://www.laysons.com/ http://www.thomasregional.com/scal/ccp/index.html Blank Bkgrd.gif

Re: [Chevelle-list] Non-lister needs PG - OD swap help

2004-01-27 Thread RMilkiewicz
Try looking at this site on Chevy high performance. http://www.chevyhiperformance.com/techarticles/46140/ also.. http://www.chevyhiperformance.com/techarticles/46278/ I'm still waiting for someone to answer my clock question. Did that person leave the list? Rich - Original Message -

[Chevelle-list] Can anyone tell me...........

2004-01-25 Thread RMilkiewicz
Can anyone tell me where I can get an odometer for my '66. The numbers are all scratched or faded and I want to replace it while it's apart. Thanks Rich Blank Bkgrd.gif

[Chevelle-list] forgot to ask...

2004-01-25 Thread RMilkiewicz
I also forgot to ask. Some time ago someone on the list told me about a lubricant for my clock. I forgot the name of it. Can you tell me again? Thanks Rich Blank Bkgrd.gif

[Chevelle-list] Fw: Hi ...... WARNING

2004-01-20 Thread RMilkiewicz
Don't open this from MICRLASER. He must have gotten a virus. My Road Runner caught it before my Norton did. Rich - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2004 10:09 AM Subject: Hi ALERT!!! This e-mail in its original form contained

[Chevelle-list] virus

2004-01-20 Thread RMilkiewicz
Found this on YAHOO about the virus. http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=storyu=/nm/20040120/wr_nm/tech_internet_virus_dc_6 Blank Bkgrd.gif

Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 67 ac controls the same?

2004-01-04 Thread RMilkiewicz
The heater controls on the '66 and '67 are the same. But the A/C is different. I bought a complete set of A/C arms from OPG for $60.00. http://www.opgi.com/indexnew.asp - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 03, 2004 4:03 PM Subject:

[Chevelle-list] Swap meet

2004-01-04 Thread RMilkiewicz
Anyone in Michigan or Ohio going to the State Fair swap meet next Sat. and Sun? I'll be there with the Chevelle Club of Mich. selling off some parts and probably buying more. It's usually the coldest day and the biggest of the year. Rich Blank Bkgrd.gif

Re: [Chevelle-list] Swap meet

2004-01-04 Thread RMilkiewicz
. - Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: Chevelle List Sent: Sunday, January 04, 2004 11:44 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Swap meet Anyone in Michigan or Ohio going to the State Fair swap meet next Sat. and Sun? I'll be there with the Chevelle Club

Re: [Chevelle-list] alternator ?

2004-01-03 Thread RMilkiewicz
http://www.madelectrical.com/electricaltech/onewire-threewire.shtml - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 02, 2004 9:43 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list] alternator ? Hi. I was wondering if anyone had a wiring

Re: [Chevelle-list] Looking for CLint Hopper (AC yet?)

2003-12-31 Thread RMilkiewicz
Dan, try this guy for a dash. He has a Chevelle grave yard and I've been able to get some hard to findparts from him. KREBS Classic Enterprises. Salem Ohio. Phone, 330 -332 - 9830. FAX - 330 - 332 - 3040. He restored a steering wheel for me. Looks new. Rich - Original Message

Re: [Chevelle-list] RE: chevelle

2003-12-31 Thread RMilkiewicz
I wish my '66 looked half that good when I bought it. Rich. P.S. I like the Ford also. - Original Message - From: Mike Sanders To: Randy Northington Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 31, 2003 4:37 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] RE: chevelle

Re: [Chevelle-list] Best way to install the driver side Exhaust Header

2003-12-28 Thread RMilkiewicz
I installed a set in my Nova and had the same problem. I had to unbolt the driver side engine mount and jack up that side to get the header in. I still had a problem with the header hitting the steering box just enough to cause a problem. I marked the spot where it was touching and took a ballpeen

Re: [Chevelle-list] Dash items from 67SS for sale

2003-12-26 Thread RMilkiewicz
Graham: Try this site on Team Chevelle for the correct radio and what it looks like. Rich http://www.chevelles.com/radiotech/index.html - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, December 26, 2003 10:22 AM Subject: Re:

[Chevelle-list] What's it really worth? -

2003-12-24 Thread RMilkiewicz
Sent: Wednesday, December 24, 2003 7:52 AM Subject: Fw: Check out Invoice price: What's it really worth? - Dec. 2, 2003 This is interesting. Anybody buying a new car or truck?Click here: Invoice price: What's it really worth? - Dec. 2, 2003

Re: [Chevelle-list] [OT] Parking ticket

2003-12-08 Thread RMilkiewicz
Well this isn't Germany. It's AMERICA. And we can call anyone we want a stinking NAZI. We believe in freedom of speech unlike your country. Who, by the way has a democracy because of us Americans. Get a life. Rich - Original Message - From: Frank Dragun [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle

[Chevelle-list] Seats

2003-11-21 Thread RMilkiewicz
I'll resend the seat article to everyone who asked. It's in a zip form. I was having too much trouble with some not getting all the pages or their mail wouldn't handle the size. I did it in PAINT so that all the details show up good. If you already have it just delete it. If you need to get

[Chevelle-list] seats

2003-11-21 Thread RMilkiewicz
Did I miss anyone? Did anyone not get 9 pages? Let me know what pages are missingand I'll send them out. If this doesn't work I'll have to use a lower resolution format. The article won't be as sharp and the detail of the pictures may not be clear. Let me know. Rich Blank Bkgrd.gif

[Chevelle-list] Dog dish caps

2003-11-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
I just bid a set of '66 full wheel hub caps and won. They were suppose to be NOS. They weren't. They had dings all over like they had been on the car for years. It's the first time I ever bid on anything on ebay and it soured me. The guy has very good feed back. Not one negative. That is

Re: [Chevelle-list] RE: Covering seat and foam

2003-11-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
I was going through my articles that I have saved over the years and I found one on recovering front and rear seats. The front is a Cuda and the rear is a GTO. It's pretty detailed. And it's 9 pages. Anyone want a copy? Send me your off line email. Is it my imagination or what? It seems to me they

Re: [Chevelle-list] Dog dish caps

2003-11-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
contacting ebay to resolve this. Maybe he will get the hint. Good Luck. :) Kent '68 Malibu ZZ502/502 ACES #5102 - Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: Chevelle List Sent: Wednesday, November 19, 2003 7:33 AM Subject: [Chevelle-list

Re: [Chevelle-list] filler panel squeak? (seam sealer?)

2003-11-18 Thread RMilkiewicz
Mine was tattered and beyond re-use. After I welded the panel and finished it I shot some seam sealer between the ribs of the panel from inside the trunk. I think that insulation was to keep the panel from oil canning.Could be wrong though. Rich - Original Message - From:

Re: [Chevelle-list] Bucket seat and interior paint

2003-11-15 Thread RMilkiewicz
Ron, try this link. If it doesn't work let me know and I'll try to find a different link. It's a Buick seat but the same principles apply. Another link is below it. I have some info on the paint but I have to find it. Rich

Re: [Chevelle-list] 66 filler panel install?

2003-11-05 Thread RMilkiewicz
There isn't any lead. But there are a million welds you have to drill out. I just did mine this past July.I can email you a couple of pics if you like. Rich - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2003 8:37 PM

Re: [Chevelle-list] Factory inspection markings

2003-10-22 Thread RMilkiewicz
Title: Message They're really called "touch points". The person inspecting it or the person who installed the part will mark it with a dab of paint. Sometime parts will get a julian date. Different colors are for different shifts. You will never see a red or very dark orange. Red is for

Re: [Chevelle-list] Factory inspection markings

2003-10-21 Thread RMilkiewicz
If anyone is interested in buying that CD, I;ll sell it to you for 40.00 and I'll pay shipping. I just bought it last week from Hinshaws. It's not what I was looking for. Rich - Original Message - From: Krister Meister [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Factory inspection markings

2003-10-21 Thread RMilkiewicz
That's correct. They were (are) inspection marks. Rich - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, October 20, 2003 1:15 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Factory inspection markings In a message dated 10/20/2003 11:26:41

Re: [Chevelle-list] Body Cart

2003-10-18 Thread RMilkiewicz
If all your looking to do is be able to move it around the garage I can send you pictures of the one I built from 2x6 and 4x4's. I had mine acid dipped. If you want to be able to flip it to work on, mine won't work. I know a guy who bought all the steel at a scrap yard, then took plans to a welder

Re: [Chevelle-list] Fast ratio steering box

2003-10-11 Thread RMilkiewicz
Title: Message If you want to try it yourself, here is a link from a guy who did it and how he did it. Rich http://www.endrud.net/gearbox/ - Original Message - From: Dale McIntosh To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Sent: Friday, October 10, 2003 7:07 PM Subject:

Re: [Chevelle-list] bare metal( will primer seal from rusting?)

2003-10-09 Thread RMilkiewicz
I read in Car Craft a couple of years ago that if the car will sit for awhile with just primer, You don't want to use a lacquer. Lacquer will absorb moisture over time. Especially in the winter. Use an epoxy primer. The link belowis about restoring a Morgan. Pay attention to the last

Re: [Chevelle-list] Freshening up heater boxes question

2003-10-07 Thread RMilkiewicz
I usedMeguiar's Plastx Plastic cleaner and polish on my "66 heater plastic and it looks like new. Lots of hand rubbing but I thought it was worth it. Also try soaking the plastic overnight first using a dish washing soap. Rich - Original Message - From: George Spatta

[Chevelle-list] Cleaner Cars

2003-09-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
I'm sending this artical to the list because I couldn't believe what this guy from GM said about old cars. This was posted on my GM site at work. It's long but I thought everyone in the hobby would be interested. His comments are near the bottom. Rich ACES

Re: [Chevelle-list] intake mounted engine lift device

2003-09-11 Thread RMilkiewicz
It's all I use to pull the engine. Never had a problem. Just be sure that the studs you use are long enough to bottom out in the manifold. That will ensure that you have plenty of thread in the hole to hold the weight. Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU - Original Message - From:

Re: [Chevelle-list] intake mounted engine lift device

2003-09-11 Thread RMilkiewicz
uh, they must have gotten a raise. trust my own work more than I do a fella in china making 1.19 an hour! Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU - Original Message - From: Dan McIntosh To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2003 7:27 PM Subject:

Re: [Chevelle-list] 1971 Malibu- engine I.D. code

2003-09-01 Thread RMilkiewicz
The engine block code numbers are on the back of the block left of the crank. But you have to have the engine out to see them. Also, you may be able to identify it by the head casting number. It's under the valve cover. Trying to identify an engine from the pad on the block is not always

Re: [Chevelle-list] electric fan mounting

2003-09-01 Thread RMilkiewicz
I had a fan on my Nova. It also was installed with ties. That was 6 years ago. It's still on with no problems for the new owner. Is it a pusher or puller? If it's a puller, ( inside the engine compartment) you can try and mount it like they do on the current cars. Heck, check the junk yards

Re: [Chevelle-list] Paint for instrument panel

2003-09-01 Thread RMilkiewicz
Randy, what book do you have that shows the correct paint for the interiors? Thanks Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU - Original Message - From: Randy Barron [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, August 30, 2003

Re: [Chevelle-list] 68 SS temp gauge inop

2003-09-01 Thread RMilkiewicz
Bill, If I remember, the temp gage must be isolated from the cluster. So you should be sure it's also isolated inside the gage cluster. The washers go next to the housing. Mine had washers both inside and outside. Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU - Original

Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame serial #

2003-08-27 Thread RMilkiewicz
: [Chevelle-list] Frame serial # Rich, Are you saying that it does not match the last 8 digits of your VIN# ? Kent '68 Malibu ZZ502/502 ACES #5102 - Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: Chevelle List Sent: Monday, August 25, 2003 10:14

Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame serial #

2003-08-27 Thread RMilkiewicz
Thanks, that's what I thought. Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU - Original Message - From: rocky hill [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: The Chevelle Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, August 25, 2003 7:33 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Frame serial #

[Chevelle-list] Frame serial #

2003-08-25 Thread RMilkiewicz
Can anyone tell me what this serial # tells me? It's from the rear of my frame. 6K100914. Shouldn't it match the VIN? Thanks Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU ___ Chevelle-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[Chevelle-list] rear end problems

2003-08-23 Thread RMilkiewicz
Steve, try this page for help. http://www.2quicknovas.com/happyrearends.html This is a GTO page but is also helpful http://www.goatsgarage.com/diflft.html Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU ___ Chevelle-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Blown Head Gasket (More bad luck!)

2003-08-18 Thread RMilkiewicz
Rod, run a tap in each of those bolt holes to clean them out of any crap that may be in there and then blow them out. Don't forget to seal the bolt ends to prevent leaks. Rich ACES #05066 1966 MALIBU - Original Message - From: Rodney. [EMAIL

Re: [Chevelle-list] 700R4

2003-08-14 Thread RMilkiewicz
Title: 700R4 Glad you like the 700 Dale. But am I having a senior moment here? I thought you were getting a 200R4. Maybe it was someone else. Anyway, congrats. I think you'll really like it. Rich - Original Message - From: Dale McIntosh To: Chevellelist Sent:

Re: [Chevelle-list] Electrically Charged

2003-08-14 Thread RMilkiewicz
Title: Message Sarge, you may not be happy with the painless kit. It's more for street rods. The fuse box won't fit in place of the old one. If that's not a problem with you then the painless is a good way to wire the whole car on the cheap. My friend has one on his '34 Chevy and his '38

Re: [Chevelle-list] OPG WAS stereo 72 chevelle speakers, I found it!

2003-08-14 Thread RMilkiewicz
I just placed an order from OPG from their summer discount catalog. I ordered an automatic console shift insert along with a few other items that were a good price. I asked if the shift inserts were metal or plastic. The salesperson was gone about 5 min. to check. When he came back he said metal.

Re: [Chevelle-list] Blown Head Gasket PART 2

2003-08-09 Thread RMilkiewicz
Me too. My book, How to rebuild your small block Chevy says if the surface is not flat with in 0.003-inch to use a composition head gasket. Also to be sure and use a silicone sealer on the first 1/4 inch of the threads to prevent leaks. ( I do the first 1/2 inch) And to smear a small amount of

Re: [Chevelle-list] raditio

2003-08-03 Thread RMilkiewicz
Try this page on Team Chevelle. RichACES # 05066 http://www.chevelles.com/radiotech/index.html - Original Message - From: pem To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2003 8:23 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] raditio I have been storing this AM radio

Re: [Chevelle-list] A/C bracket

2003-07-30 Thread RMilkiewicz
Write this guy. He owns a Chevelle junk yard in Ohio. He may be able to help you. [EMAIL PROTECTED] RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: Bill Lessenberry To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2003 8:09 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] A/C bracket

Re: [Chevelle-list] Re:I wish you the best on your CAR, BUT.

2003-07-29 Thread RMilkiewicz
First time I saw your question. Don't know about the grill but on the dust covers, this is what I did on my Nova. You should have gotten new staples with them. Hold the cover up to your fenderwell and use a very small drill (same size as the hole in the fenderwell)and drill into the rubber.

Re: [Chevelle-list] 72 N.O.S grill

2003-07-29 Thread RMilkiewicz
Paint it. No one will know but you. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: Diane Peppin To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, July 28, 2003 6:56 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 72 N.O.S grill John; No, Its N.O.S and was listed as perfect. But it

Re: [Chevelle-list] Trans cooler

2003-07-29 Thread RMilkiewicz
Title: Trans cooler Actually Dale, 200 deg. is not high. You really would like to keep it around 185 - 190 deg. You want to get the temp. up as soon as possible. Cold fluid is not a good lubricant. The guy who told you about the cooler is correct. BUT, you want the trans fluid to go through

Re: [Chevelle-list] Transmission Help?????

2003-07-21 Thread RMilkiewicz
Dave, it sounds like you don't have enough fluid in the trans. If the fluid level is low especially when cold, complete loss of the forward gears will result. Run the engine at a fast idle with the trans in park for about 2-3 minutes. Let the idle come down and check the fluid level. Be

Re: [Chevelle-list] Transmission Help?????

2003-07-21 Thread RMilkiewicz
when we got it. DaveIngersoll,OntarioMy web site: http://members.tripod.com/benj30/ - Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, July 21, 2003 6:05 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Transmission Help

Re: [Chevelle-List] Mailing List - *move status*

2003-07-20 Thread RMilkiewicz
That's right. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: Larry Fisher To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, July 19, 2003 10:13 AM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Mailing List - *move status* Are we supposed to fill our info back in on that new Chevelle

Re: [Chevelle-list] Two copies of each list message

2003-07-20 Thread RMilkiewicz
I bet it's because you signed up again. I didn't and I'm not having any problem. Try un-subscribing from the list and see what happens. I bet you start getting just one copy of the mail. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: Dale McIntosh To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Chevelle-list] Play George W. Bush Credibility Twister

2003-07-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
I did. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: Dale McIntosh To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, July 18, 2003 8:15 PM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] Play George W. Bush Credibility Twister Everybody should mail this "person" personally. See how they

Re: [Chevelle-list] Two copies of each list message

2003-07-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
Dale, It may be your ISP. Every once in a while Roadrunner does this to me. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: Dale McIntosh To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, July 18, 2003 9:43 PM Subject: [Chevelle-list] Two copies of each list message Ok, now

Re: [Chevelle-List] Interior

2003-07-17 Thread RMilkiewicz
I always used kits from PUI. The look is authentic and the quality was superb. I know there are other companies that make interiors but I don't know much about them. If their anything like weather strip makers, there is a difference. I will buy nothing but Soft Seal for my weather

Re: [Chevelle-List] '66 eyebrow molding clips

2003-07-14 Thread RMilkiewicz
Try a paint store. That's where I got mine. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: J. Brady To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, July 14, 2003 2:37 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] '66 eyebrow molding clips Hi all,Does anyone know where I can get the actual

Re: [Chevelle-List] Retro tires.

2003-07-08 Thread RMilkiewicz
Yea, your right Clint. But every time I see one "RAKED" I still think it looks so cl. Back in the '60's that was the thing to do. I can remember going to Hollywood Hot Rod shop to get the biggest risers that I could find to get that baby in the air, then cruising all the root beer

Re: [Chevelle-List] steel brake line trick

2003-07-07 Thread RMilkiewicz
I tried that once and had trouble putting the double flare on it. I paid a lot of money for that flaring tool but couldn't make a good flare. So I ended up buying new and now it sits in my tool box so people can say, boy, you have some nice tools. :o) RichACES # 05066 - Original

Re: [Chevelle-List] RE: 1969 el camino pictures

2003-07-07 Thread RMilkiewicz
Good idea Larry. I thought about that also. If he defaults John can put a lean on him if he doesn't pay. It would take me a long time to save $9000 as I'm sure it would the rest of us, then to get ripped off by a shop who doesn't do what you pay him for is enough to make you cry, then you

Re: [Chevelle-List] RE: 1969 el camino pictures

2003-07-06 Thread RMilkiewicz
Boy, you have a lot more patients than I would have. He'd have that sway bar shoved up his ass so far they would have to take his tonsils out to remove it. I still say sue him. You don't have to be in court all the time. That's what you hire a lawyer for. Besides, he may want to settle if

Re: [Chevelle-List] 1969 el camino pictures

2003-07-04 Thread RMilkiewicz
John, it would seem to me that you would have grounds to sue this guy. At the very least, get some of your money back. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: John Nasta To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2003 12:49 PM Subject: RE:

Re: [Chevelle-List] 1969 el camino pictures

2003-07-04 Thread RMilkiewicz
Also, isn't there a BBB on the net that you can post your problems? - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2003 3:32 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] 1969 el camino pictures I know I sure would have him

Re: [Chevelle-List] Learn by misstake :-( (was Aaahrg!! Did i fill th oil in the wrong hole?)

2003-07-04 Thread RMilkiewicz
if you where here!! - Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2003 12:47 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Learn by misstake :-( (was Aaahrg!! Did i fill th oil in the wrong hole?) Yes

Re: [Chevelle-List] Learn by misstake :-( (was Aaahrg!! Did i fill th oil in the wrong hole?)

2003-07-03 Thread RMilkiewicz
to? (a nervous wreck by now!) Best regards Pelle - Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2003 7:00 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Aaahrg!! Did i fill th oil in the wrong hole? Pull

Re: [Chevelle-List] Q: canging posi oil

2003-07-02 Thread RMilkiewicz
A 1/2 inch socket and a new gasket is all. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2003 4:21 AM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Q: canging posi oil I'm in a bit of a hurry so I wonder! Can I just put in

Re: [Chevelle-List] Aaahrg!! Did i fill th oil in the wrong hole?

2003-07-02 Thread RMilkiewicz
Pull the side plug and let it drain till you have just a trickle coming out then replace the plug. You need to get a Chevelle shop manual. It will really help you out. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2003

Re: [Chevelle-List] Aaahrg!! Did i fill th oil in the wrong hole?

2003-07-02 Thread RMilkiewicz
No, you haven't made a fool of yourself. This is how you learn. I don't think there is one person on this list who hasn't done something wrong. I once put a window in upside down. My wife still laughs about it and that was 30 years ago. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL

Re: [Chevelle-List] How much oil do i put in the rear axel?

2003-07-01 Thread RMilkiewicz
Pelle, you have to pull the cover plate . Then reinstall with a new gasket after it has drained. On the front side of the housing near the yoke will be a pipe plug that you remove to fill the rear end. Use a small hose and put it in this hole and fill it with your bottle of fluid till it

Re: [Chevelle-List] 69 El Camino back at home

2003-06-30 Thread RMilkiewicz
The Elky is looking good. I sure would like to have a lift like the one you have. My garage is too low and small. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: John Nasta To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, June 30, 2003 12:38 AM Subject: RE: [Chevelle-List] 69

Re: [Chevelle-List] New SS Hooray!

2003-06-29 Thread RMilkiewicz
When I bought an '85 Sunbird the dealer had a little box under the dash that kept the car from starting until you turned on one of the accessories, lights, turn signal, heater switch, etc. I talked him into leaving it on the car when I bought it. I still have it and had it on my Nova and

Re: [Chevelle-List] Ford-Chevy Joke

2003-06-24 Thread RMilkiewicz
Cute. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, June 23, 2003 9:52 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Ford-Chevy Joke Not Even for Candy?An eight year old boy is walking down the road one day when a car pulls over next to

Fw: [Chevelle-List] Steering Box Rebuild

2003-06-19 Thread RMilkiewicz
Tom, I tried sending the rebuild to you but it came back that it failed. Did you get it anyway? RichACES # 05066- Original Message - From: Thomas Sipes To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 18, 2003 9:31 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List] Steering Box Rebuild Hello, I would

Re: [Chevelle-List] body mount suggestions?

2003-06-17 Thread RMilkiewicz
I've got some used ones you can have. Rich ACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: J. Brady [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, June 16, 2003 10:45 AM Subject: [Chevelle-List] body mount suggestions? : Hi gang, : : Does anyone have any suggestions for a temporary fix

Re: [Chevelle-List] Driveshaft help... eek!

2003-06-17 Thread RMilkiewicz
You have to move the crossmember. I have a page with all the measurements if you want it. I can send you just that page or all 5. If you want it send me your e-mail. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: Capt Crunch To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, June

Re: [Chevelle-List] Getting a chrome front cover to seal well

2003-06-16 Thread RMilkiewicz
It's not the cheap chrome plating but the cheap way the part is made that makes them leak. I had a Moroso that was chromed and didn't leak. But mine was a one piece. Use a good amount of high temp RTV around the block and then wipe off the excess after you install it. If you want, sand blast the

Re: [Chevelle-List] Timing tab question

2003-06-15 Thread RMilkiewicz
I had the same problem on a 350 in my Nova. What I did was bring #1 piston to TDC using a piston stop and then looking at where the timing mark is. I was off about 10 deg. because of an aftermarket timing tab. When I figured out where TDC was Iapplied a timing tape to the balancer. Be sure

Re: [Chevelle-List] RE: FS - 1968 Ninety Eight convertible possibly 1969 El Camino

2003-06-12 Thread RMilkiewicz
John, I fully understand. My first new house broke me. I had to sell my best car ever up to that point. A 1961 #'s matching Corvette. We had no furniture to sit on. Since that time I have had 6 cars as things got better for me. Rich ACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: John Nasta [EMAIL

Re: [Chevelle-List] Header installation

2003-06-12 Thread RMilkiewicz
I also had a problem with headers that were made "special" for my '69 Nova. Guaranteed to fit!! I had to jack the drivers side up and slip them in. And when I lowered the engine back on the mount the guaranteed fit was hitting the power steering. Well I couldn't send them back as I had them

Re: [Chevelle-List] restoring convertible top ?

2003-06-12 Thread RMilkiewicz
I didn't mean it was white. I meant it was similar in texture. Black with an egg shell texture. Convertible, hardtop, coupe, all the same. RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2003 10:50

Re: Re:[Chevelle-List] is it the coil?

2003-06-10 Thread RMilkiewicz
I don't know if an HEI can go bad but I know a point type coil can degrade. I agree that it usually turns out to be the module. I replaced one once and forgot to put the special grease on the bottom and wiped that one out in no time. Rich ACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: tigergutt

Re: [Chevelle-List] restoring convertible top ?

2003-06-07 Thread RMilkiewicz
I guess you might say it was sort of "eggshell" Try this site http://www.oldsmobility.com/abdypnt.htm RichACES # 05066 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, June 06, 2003 9:48 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-List]

Re: [Chevelle-List] Frame

2003-06-05 Thread RMilkiewicz
- Original Message - From: RMilkiewicz To: Chevelle List Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2003 12:02 PM Subject: [Chevelle-List] Frame I'm about ready to paint my frame. Has anyone used POR15? Did you like it? How many quarts did it take

[Chevelle-List] Frame

2003-06-05 Thread RMilkiewicz
Thanks for all the suggestions. I think I'll go with the POR. RichACES # 05066

[Chevelle-List] Frame

2003-06-04 Thread RMilkiewicz
I'm about ready to paint my frame. Has anyone used POR15? Did you like it? How many quarts did it take to paint it? Any other suggestions? Thanks RichACES # 05066

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