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Necoa #: 5673
Location: 2(CT,MA,ME,NH,RI,VT)
Joined: Jun 26, 2005
Posts: 851
Year: 1970
Model: El Camino
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2008 5:51 pm Post subject:
Hi RJO920. Glad you're doing well with your 87. Can't wait to see it. Let's doa cruise night together once they start up.
Everyone:
Just listening in lately, I can't help but get excited about all this new RI area Elky dialogue. Seems like more and more people either in or around RI own Elkys and are making themselves known to each other via ECC's Region 2. And I'll bet we're not hearing regularly from at least half of of all the RI area (incl Eastern Conn and nearby Mass) Elky owners.
Can't wait for the 1st RI area Elky only "tailgate" party. Can you see it? Two dozen or so El Caminos, all lined up in a row at a prominent landmark like Beavertail, Point Judith, Ocean Drive or a Narragansett Dell's Lemonade Stand?. Can you picture us all pulling into a cruise night somewhere like a 4 city-block long muscle machine?
BTW, Check out www.cruisinbruce.com for a lot of the local car shows and cruise nights. _________________ 70 Elky (Non-SS) 454CID, TH700-R4
69 Chev C-10 Pickup (recently Upgraded to 454) w/TH400
29 Model A (Recently Sold).
Necoa #: 6322
Location: 2(CT,MA,ME,NH,RI,VT)
Joined: Oct 23, 2005
Posts: 84
Year: 1974
Model: El Camino
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2008 9:10 pm Post subject:
You're right Mike -- it seems like when Mark Yelled out Lets Look Alive Here back in Feb he must have been yelling across Naraganssett Bay...
It seems that the only guys waking up from this past winter's hibernation are in RI - of course most of northern New England is still buried in snow.
I am glad your neighborhood seems to be a hot spring for hot elkys - I can't wait untill that - RICOA All Chevy show - we could have a good shot at Best Club this year. If you remember we were #2 a couple of years ago.
If you check the # of VIEWS versus the number of REPLIES on our forum we certainly have a lot of people "looking-in" !
New members Old members and especially QUIET Members --- C'MON guys - chime in ---- lets hear from you ---- we are all looking forward to a great summer and The More, The Merrier
Let's Hear from All Of You -- we can make it an El Camino Summer - a fabulous practice summer - the 49th Year of the el Camino --- we've got big plans for next year - the 50TH
So lets all get together this year and make some solid plans and preparations and friendships to prepare for next year.
RJ0920 Is your name by chance RJ and do you ride a Shadow?? It is possible you saw my E.C. but it would have been about 2 years ago. Yes I am doing it all myself well almost I have a good friend that is helping and I would be very interested in meeting you and the guys at the body shop. I am very familiar with Warwick where is it at?? _________________ As a first timer I am taking a beating on this thing but I AM going to finish my first.
Necoa #: 10567
Location: 2(CT,MA,ME,NH,RI,VT)
Joined: Dec 07, 2007
Posts: 16
Year: 1987
Model: El Camino
Posted: Sun Apr 06, 2008 6:03 pm Post subject:
My name is RJ, but I don't drive a shadow. The shop where I get my work done is at 241 lincoln ave. Its called National Auto. The guys next door to them are the camino guys, but I don't know how much body work they do. Either place you should check out.
Thanks for the info RJ I will check them out in the near future. Where in WW are you. I am near the new Walgreens at the corner of Cowessett Main and Tiogue. I am hoping to meet everyone in the area at some shows this year. And Mike if you read this I am on my way to Indiana next week. The guy has the bumper and lights. He said the center was a little high but it was probably just a tap that shifted the brackets I will take a good look at it and give you a call when I get back. Oh he also has the tailgate hinges so I will grab them too. _________________ As a first timer I am taking a beating on this thing but I AM going to finish my first.
Necoa #: 5673
Location: 2(CT,MA,ME,NH,RI,VT)
Joined: Jun 26, 2005
Posts: 851
Year: 1970
Model: El Camino
Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 7:09 pm Post subject:
Sounds great Ray! You've seen my car and what it needs to look better so if the price is right and the condition is excellent, consider me in.
Also, to all all, an open invitation....
If you're in the Central/Southern RI area, I'm getting together with at least 2 other 3rd gen El Camino guys on Thursday the 17th of April for beer and BS. You're certainly welcome to join us and contribute to the fun and frivolity (sp?).
I don't have a location yet but will probably be along RT-1 somewhere South of Warwick about 5:00 or 5:30 PM. Will post exact location as soon as it's decided.
Even if you aren't actually "driving" your Elky yet, please feel free to come!
(PS: and Yes, other than III Gen Elkys are allowed!)
(PPSS: Sorry Ray, didn't mean to hijack the thread ) _________________ 70 Elky (Non-SS) 454CID, TH700-R4
69 Chev C-10 Pickup (recently Upgraded to 454) w/TH400
29 Model A (Recently Sold).
Hijack away Mike and anyone else. Let me know when and where and hopefully I will be in town Friday or Saturday night best for me. _________________ As a first timer I am taking a beating on this thing but I AM going to finish my first.
Posted: Sat Apr 26, 2008 1:57 pm Post subject: Hi, I'm new!
Hey my name's Crissy. Im from Orange, CT and i'm new to the site.I will add more pics when I have a chance. I have an 85. New body work and paint job, the interior on the other hand needs some help, I don't really know where to start. I plan on changing everything. Any advice??
Necoa #: 6322
Location: 2(CT,MA,ME,NH,RI,VT)
Joined: Oct 23, 2005
Posts: 84
Year: 1974
Model: El Camino
Posted: Sat Apr 26, 2008 6:45 pm Post subject:
Welcome to our club Crissy - I am sure you will find every one here helpful and freindly - if you are concentrating on your interior you should try the forum named "Interior Restoration"
Also you might want to strike up a conversation with Mike Nunn - he does a lot of thinking about interiors as a matter of fact I think he has 4 or 5 sets of buckets in his garage.
You have definitely come to the right place for both you and your elky.
Necoa #: 5673
Location: 2(CT,MA,ME,NH,RI,VT)
Joined: Jun 26, 2005
Posts: 851
Year: 1970
Model: El Camino
Posted: Sat Apr 26, 2008 8:26 pm Post subject:
Let me also welcome you Crissy. Glad you're aboard.
If it's interior parts you're looking for, you're in luck. There are lots of suppliers out there. If you need a list of reputable ones I'm sure someone with a 5th Gen will be happy to provide you with many good references.
Let me also invite you to the All Chevy show in Cumberland RI the last Sunday in June (I think). There's 2 classes there dedicated just to El Caminos. Come join the fun, the heat, and get to know the other area club members as well. Neat way to spend a summer day.
Regarding Tom's endorsement..."Also you might want to strike up a conversation with Mike Nunn - he does a lot of thinking about interiors as a matter of fact I think he has 4 or 5 sets of buckets in his garage."...Tom's just being nice. I do a lot of dreaming about how I want the interior of my 69 Chevy truck to look. But sorry, I'm clueless as to what works or looks best in an 85 Elky. That question is best posted on the interiors forum.
Welcome again and good luck with your resto.
Mike _________________ 70 Elky (Non-SS) 454CID, TH700-R4
69 Chev C-10 Pickup (recently Upgraded to 454) w/TH400
29 Model A (Recently Sold).
Hey Crissy, Welcome aboard. Are you single? No, I'm kidding, I'm kidding. As I'm sure the guys will tell you, never take me seriously, in fact, I think they all ignore me. Look foward to seeing more pics of your Elky, it sounds nice. Just about anything you need to know about an Elk is here somewhere. Hope you didn't take offence to my joking around. Good luck with your interior. _________________ Mark
1972 Elky Picture Album
Welcome Crissy! I've got bunches of interior parts for 5th gens. What do you need and what color do you need it in? I'm in RI. _________________ Ernie
87 El Camino
"To be Old and Wise, you must first be Young and Stupid"
Welcome to Region 2, Chrissy! Lots of helpful members here in New England, too.
Hope you will join us on Friday May 16 at Lee USA Speedway in southern NH for the El Camino owners night. Contact me for details. Hope to see you there!
Hey, thanks for all the info. I need a black dash and healiner. Eventually bucket seats and door panels. I guess I am just going to take it one step at a time. I dont exactly know what I am doing so I guess the only way to learn is dive in. Here are some more pics. [img]
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