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Post by 85t5mcss on Nov 21, 2008 21:17:18 GMT -5
Located right in the middle of Indiana. Only have to deal with traffic 4 times a year. Brickyard, 500, Nationals, and SuperBikes. That is until F1 comes back, IF they do.  |
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Post by 85t5mcss on Nov 21, 2008 21:22:21 GMT -5
 And here's my 88. |
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Post by x on Nov 21, 2008 21:25:02 GMT -5
Traffic only 4 times a year? I need to move! Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle!WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = www.chevyasylum.com/cort"If by chance you are ever this way look me up" ... John Anderson ... 'Down in Tennessee' |
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Post by 85t5mcss on Nov 21, 2008 21:29:05 GMT -5
Okay, heavy traffic. It's not like Chicago rush hour.
Oh yeah, I had an 82 SC and a 78 as well. 1978 was my first Monte. Carmine with Carmine/White Interior, floor shift and 305. Still want another 78 so bad I can taste it.
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Post by twomanymontes on Nov 21, 2008 21:34:40 GMT -5
LOL! I wish I was there for the brickyard race! Cars looking intact for now, LOL!
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Post by 85t5mcss on Nov 21, 2008 21:45:51 GMT -5
Intact? Nope. Its on rollers right now, no antifreeze, 2 year old gas, brackets not mounted to the engine, hole in the firewall for clutch, brakes need bled. Thats just the stuff to get it back on the road.
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Post by twomanymontes on Nov 21, 2008 23:17:54 GMT -5
Well lets get cracking! LOL!
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Post by 85t5mcss on Nov 22, 2008 0:01:47 GMT -5
I HAVE to. It drives me nuts not driving it. There's some other details to take care of, but can't remember them all right now.
Like changing the headlamos out for clear ones using 9007 bulbs, elec fan,...
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Post by x on Nov 22, 2008 4:56:39 GMT -5
Okay, heavy traffic. It's not like Chicago rush hour. LOL! NOTHING is like Chicago rush hour, which NEVER seems to END......... *sighs* Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 cruise=Sept '09WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = www.chevyasylum.com/cort"You don't know until you begin" ... Van Halen ... 'Jump' |
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Post by 85t5mcss on Nov 22, 2008 10:16:37 GMT -5
Yeah, BTDT. I don't ever want to see rush hour Chicago again. It kinda looks like NYC.
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Post by 85t5mcss on May 10, 2009 19:33:08 GMT -5
It finally ran again. I just got it running just so that I could get some motivation. The 2 year old gas isnt helping, but I'm gonna try to burn it through. I did drive it up and down the street today. I dont think the neighbors liked it, either. The clutch pedal is in and permanently mounted. Played with the clutch master and had it all lined up. So hoping to start making real progress. Bad part is I only have weekends to work on it. But, it ran. I forgot how low it was since its been in the air for the better part of 2 years.
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Post by twomanymontes on May 10, 2009 20:09:39 GMT -5
Well Its about d**n Time!!!!!! Congrats!!!
So did it motivate you? And Working on it only during weekends isn't bad, it gives you something to look forward too.
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Post by 85t5mcss on May 11, 2009 19:46:04 GMT -5
Motivate? Yes. If it ran better it would have been more motivation.
BMV was closed today. Gotta get there tomorrow. Then work, meeting, bed early and drive to Columbus Ohio for another meeting then back home. Hopefully drive the gas out of it Wednesday night.
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Post by twomanymontes on May 11, 2009 20:34:23 GMT -5
Woo Hoo! I can't wait to see some Daylight pics!!!!
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Post by schnitz on May 18, 2009 22:26:48 GMT -5
Woo Hoo! I can't wait to see some Daylight pics!!!! Well, since Keith is dragging out the waiting, how about a daylight shot of the Major Pain?  He might be a bit rough, but seeing him outside does my mind a great deal of good. In a while, Chet. |
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Post by 85t5mcss on May 20, 2009 19:34:42 GMT -5
I've got some pics, just need to get them loaded to photobucket. Haven't had much time in the eves. School stuff for my Daughter going on. Hard to believe that the school year is almost over.
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Post by twomanymontes on May 20, 2009 21:59:37 GMT -5
Chet post them Up!!!!
Keith, I understand, I'm busier than a pig in S*&T!
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Post by schnitz on May 20, 2009 22:16:07 GMT -5
Chet post them Up!!!! Keith, I understand, I'm busier than a pig in S*&T! I will, as soon as I figure out how..... In a while, Chet. |
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Post by x on May 23, 2009 1:34:36 GMT -5
I like these 4 words  . Congrats, Keith!!! Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = www.chevyasylum.com/cort"I think it's about time you should know" ... Trick Pony ... 'Just What I Do' |
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Post by 85t5mcss on May 23, 2009 20:40:01 GMT -5
Thank you. Now I have the motivation to get the rest done.
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Post by 85t5mcss on Jun 11, 2009 20:29:30 GMT -5
Drove it for a few weeks and I have it on stands again. Got the serp setup on and just got to take it apart to reseal the timing cover. A few bolts here and there in the eves and I will eventually get it done.
Things to do:
1.Change oil pump and pan
2.install new headers
3.rebuild 5 speed and install it with the new crossmember
4.install the dual exhaust with x pipe
5.seriously thinking about coil overs. Ride height and suspension is horrible right now. No compression left. I had to cut bump stops to have some travel. Killing the ball joints.
6.electric fans and wiring
7.relays and wiring for headlights
8.gauges
9.center console
10.rear disc brakes need installed
11. chassis bracing in rear
12.driveshaft loop
13.still want that 2" cowl hood
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Post by twomanymontes on Jun 13, 2009 21:32:04 GMT -5
sounds good, you have a plan and seem to be finding time to work on it! Awesome!
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Post by x on Jun 20, 2009 1:23:42 GMT -5
Now I have the motivation to get the rest done. Awesome! Looks like you have quite the list, too. GOOD LUCK ... and, of course, keep us posted. Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 = Sept 5-16, '09WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = www.chevyasylum.com/cort"Someday you will find me" ... Oasis ... 'Champaign Supernova' |
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