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  Topic: some new pics
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PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Tue Jul 08, 2008 12:18 pm   Subject: some new pics
I still have the entire set of Rally's....including the caps. Wheels need painting but the caps are in great shape for 24 yrs old.

My tires are Cooper Cobras......and so far I love them. Good rid ...
  Topic: some new pics
85SS

Replies: 4
Views: 181

PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 12:11 pm   Subject: some new pics
Thanks Randy....appreciate the compliment. I like the way the TT's look too.... Razz

http://elcaminocentral.com/gallery-album_85SS.html

Some day I'll figure out how to put links in the way you ...
  Topic: some new pics
85SS

Replies: 4
Views: 181

PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Sun Jul 06, 2008 12:55 pm   Subject: some new pics
Finally got some new pics in my album showing some of the changes. Most of what I have been doing just costs money.......doesn't show.....lol.
Anyway........5th Gen/page 51....85SS if you want to lo ...
  Topic: wheels for my 86ss - Your input please
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PostForum: Suspension   Posted: Sun Jun 08, 2008 7:09 pm   Subject: wheels for my 86ss - Your input please
I second that Summit is great to work with. As is Jegs and TireRack.

I put 15x8" American Racing TorqThrust on my 85, front and rear. Backspacing was 4.75. I put 235/60 tires on. I did have bad ...
  Topic: sand paper grit
85SS

Replies: 2
Views: 122

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Sun Jun 08, 2008 6:53 pm   Subject: sand paper grit
I only used sandpaper when there was a nick or scratch to feather out....and then a very fine paper to keep it nice and smooth. Any marks you leave will show through the paint.

I've found that cle ...
  Topic: Larger Tires, What Size?
85SS

Replies: 5
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PostForum: Suspension   Posted: Wed Jun 04, 2008 2:37 pm   Subject: Larger Tires, What Size?
I put 235/60-15's on AR TorqueThrust 8" wide wheels, with a 4 3/4 backspacing all the way around. Both sides rubbed the front, inside of my fender well where the valance mounts. They rubbed on tight ...
  Topic: best 85 repro grille
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Replies: 1
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PostForum: Body Restoration   Posted: Wed Jun 04, 2008 2:25 pm   Subject: best 85 repro grille
Who has the best one?

I'm unable to pay $595 for a new original..... Shocked

So I'm looking for advice on who has the best repro. Thanks in advance

Bob
  Topic: stock 84-87 el camino rims
85SS

Replies: 3
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PostForum: Wanted Items   Posted: Sat May 24, 2008 1:59 pm   Subject: stock 84-87 el camino rims
I have the original rally wheels with the black star caps off my 85. need cleaned up and painted but in good shape. no curb rash or bends.

rwjo@comcast.net

I can go take some pics of them if y ...
  Topic: Sumter Cruisers
85SS

Replies: 10
Views: 329

PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 10:20 am   Subject: Sumter Cruisers
I wish I had. I'll have to take it in and have them find the leak, Then determine how I'll fix it. No equipment for that at all. Fortunately, I do have a friend I can take it to for that.

Thanks ...
  Topic: Sumter Cruisers
85SS

Replies: 10
Views: 329

PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Sun Apr 06, 2008 11:24 am   Subject: Sumter Cruisers
They seem to have a very good club. Nice pics and a variety of nice cars and trucks.

In my research I just found P.A.C.E Palmetto Area Chevelle Enthusiasts. All I know so far is it's a PO Box in ...
  Topic: Rear bumper HELP!!!!
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Replies: 8
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PostForum: Body Restoration   Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 6:29 am   Subject: Rear bumper HELP!!!!
send a PM to SlyWun......he's in the St. Augustine area of Fl and has one in his garage. I bought the outer cover from him. His is off an 87. That was just a few weeks ago.

I'm sure he wouldn't ...
  Topic: Hello fellow Region 5ers
85SS

Replies: 6
Views: 218

PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 8:58 am   Subject: Hello fellow Region 5ers
sounds like a bad seal to the pan lip.......do they make oversize gaskets for those? Doesn't take much for that fluid to leak.......small imperfection in the metal.
Wish I could be more help.

Bob
  Topic: EC Stores interior dye
85SS

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PostForum: Product Review   Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 8:32 am   Subject: EC Stores interior dye
For what it's worth.....their Maroon was a great match on my door panels. I can't speak to the other colors, but I'd guess they would be pretty good too.

Bob
  Topic: Hello fellow Region 5ers
85SS

Replies: 6
Views: 218

PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2008 2:25 pm   Subject: Hello fellow Region 5ers
Welcome again. Maybe we can get some more low-country folks. Sounds like a nice family you have there. We raised two boys and although my boys weren't twins, they were close. I know your pain..... ...
  Topic: trying to find chrom trim (ALL)
85SS

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Views: 190

PostForum: Region 5 (NC,SC)   Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2008 8:47 am   Subject: trying to find chrom trim (ALL)
ebay has all of it in varying shape. Some old/used, some refurbished.

I go to car/truck parts......exterior then search for "ElCamino".

If you are looking for average daily driver stuff, I ...
 
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