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Topic: some new pics |
85SS
Replies: 4
Views: 181
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Forum: 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
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Forum: 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....
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
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Forum: 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 |
85SS
Replies: 3
Views: 226
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Forum: 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
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Forum: 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
Views: 392
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Forum: 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 |
85SS
Replies: 1
Views: 114
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Forum: 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.....
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
Views: 192
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Forum: 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
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Forum: 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
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Forum: 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!!!! |
85SS
Replies: 8
Views: 391
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Forum: 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
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Forum: 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
Replies: 0
Views: 204
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Forum: 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
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Forum: 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
Replies: 2
Views: 190
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Forum: 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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