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  Topic: 79 el camino rear end
Redster

Replies: 7
Views: 280

PostForum: Transmission & Drive line   Posted: Fri Nov 07, 2008 10:28 am   Subject: 79 el camino rear end
Thanx for the feedback on where to go looking for the rears. Mine are 2.41 or in that range and with the 700R4, it does move out like I would like. so many thanx
Red Cool
  Topic: need a quiet fuel pump for carb
Redster

Replies: 6
Views: 115

PostForum: Engine Topics   Posted: Wed Nov 05, 2008 8:23 pm   Subject: need a quiet fuel pump for carb
Thanx for the feedback. I have a Holley blue on my Cobra and it has never been an issue but I have it mounted between two body panels and so wanted to check around first. It has been a solid perform ...
  Topic: 79 el camino rear end
Redster

Replies: 7
Views: 280

PostForum: Transmission & Drive line   Posted: Wed Nov 05, 2008 12:54 am   Subject: 79 el camino rear end
I could use some help on how to find such items. I have visited a couple of salvage yards and they look at me weird and tell me things like "even if we could find one it'd be 'toooo spensive boy" (I ...
  Topic: need a quiet fuel pump for carb
Redster

Replies: 6
Views: 115

PostForum: Engine Topics   Posted: Wed Nov 05, 2008 12:26 am   Subject: need a quiet fuel pump for carb
bought an 'no-name' elec. fuel pump off e-bay. MISTAKE gives a whole new meaning to the vehicle descrip. Hummer (from hell). You still hear it over the flow-masters w/2.5" exhaust and the 10" subs. ...
  Topic: 5th gen horn button
Redster

Replies: 1
Views: 81

PostForum: Electrical Systems   Posted: Tue Nov 04, 2008 11:52 pm   Subject: 5th gen horn button

OK got the SS steering wheel and horn center. I only have one of the small plastic stud/spacer/screw/bolt pieces. If you have seen them then you know what I am talking about ... in any case where ...
  Topic: 5th gen tach inaccurate
Redster

Replies: 2
Views: 126

PostForum: Electrical Systems   Posted: Sun Oct 12, 2008 8:48 pm   Subject: 5th gen tach inaccurate
I just finished putting a 2000 vortec with an HEI in my 79 but the tach is off. It reads high (compared to my electronic timing light which has always proven to be spot on). At about 850 the car tac ...
  Topic: 5th Gen Smugglers Box 10" or 12" Subwoofers
Redster

Replies: 13
Views: 848

PostForum: Audio   Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2008 10:21 pm   Subject: 5th Gen Smugglers Box 10" or 12" Subwoofers
Hey Rickster, those boxes look really nice. My son & I are closing in on the final phases of a 79 build for his college car. He bought all the stereo stuff and we are trying now to figure out wh ...
  Topic: 5th Gen remote entry
Redster

Replies: 4
Views: 237

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2008 9:58 pm   Subject: 5th Gen remote entry
Does it already have power locks?

No, this car has all the manual stuff including crank window which I would like to take to power. Thanx for the reply, and any help is appreciated Cool
  Topic: 5th Gen remote entry
Redster

Replies: 4
Views: 237

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2008 12:53 pm   Subject: 5th Gen remote entry
Has anyone installed remote door lock/entry on a 5th Gen? What can you tell me about it (Do's & Don'ts, Pain in the neck or other) and where did you get the kit or recommend? Cool
  Topic: El Camino Store molded dash
Redster

Replies: 20
Views: 1022

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2008 6:57 pm   Subject: El Camino Store molded dash
Cool Thanx Doug. I'll see what we can do there. If I can get a pair in there, it will help the balance. Hey in the end, all it takes is cubic $,
  Topic: El Camino Store molded dash
Redster

Replies: 20
Views: 1022

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Sun Aug 24, 2008 10:25 pm   Subject: El Camino Store molded dash
Excellent feedback and discussion. Thanx to all. I am going for the cover. Does anyone know what size speakers can be put in the upper corners of the dash? Even though mine does not have the stereo ...
  Topic: 5th Gen Door Panels
Redster

Replies: 3
Views: 240

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2008 6:55 pm   Subject: 5th Gen Door Panels
Thanx Steve,
This car is gong to be a daily driver and worse. My son (who was involved in the build) is probably going to take it off to college. Soooo ,,,, custom panels might not happen, but not ...
  Topic: El Camino Store molded dash
Redster

Replies: 20
Views: 1022

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Wed Aug 20, 2008 9:01 pm   Subject: El Camino Store molded dash
Thanx Elkiebob,
You have a good point about matching as my interior is fading especially vinyl and plastic stuff. The price for a 100% is reasonable anyway. I am heeding your advice and will trial ...
  Topic: 5th Gen Door Panels
Redster

Replies: 3
Views: 240

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Wed Aug 20, 2008 12:27 pm   Subject: 5th Gen Door Panels
My '79 door panels are showing their age and I would like to replace them or recovered (but will need armrests) with something that is well made and looks nice. doesn't have to be original and can ha ...
  Topic: El Camino Store molded dash
Redster

Replies: 20
Views: 1022

PostForum: Interior Restoration   Posted: Wed Aug 20, 2008 11:15 am   Subject: El Camino Store molded dash
Excellent info, so thanx Elkiebob and Dave. Steve, I too am interested in the 70-100 thang. I am going to get one for sure now.
Now for another one. Do any of you know if you only have the cente ...
 
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