Topic: Progress Continues - New L88 Hood
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We had bought from Vanacor for years, and always been satisfied. Last December, we received an L88 hood from them that was so bad that the back corners hit the windshield! When we called to get it resolved, the phones were disconnected, as were the home phones of the owner. Further investigation revealed they had a fire and went out of business.
We are looking for a new source, and will post it when we find someone we are happy with.
Larry
We are looking for a new source, and will post it when we find someone we are happy with.
Larry
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Looks great there, Paul!
Thanx for the info, Larry...
I still see them advertising in a few mags, tho...
Adams' Apple 2009-03-09 20:02:42
Thanx for the info, Larry...
I still see them advertising in a few mags, tho...
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Vette(s): 1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.
Thats sad to hear Larry. I was treated so well and the hood is great quality. I was totally impressed. Oh well....hope things work out for you and them... LukesVette 2009-03-09 12:53:19
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Looks great!! Ya gotta love an L88 hood!!
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Looking good Paul. I've seen your video, sounds great. I've seen your engine, looks great. Now before you paint that bad boy, take it to the track and get us a 1/4 mile time. I might have to make sure my bottle is still full. 
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Rob, that is one beautiful LT1!! 
Targa blue is one of my color change choices if I decide to shed the medium blue...
Targa blue is one of my color change choices if I decide to shed the medium blue...
Jim, all I can tell ya is that without some slicks, she'll smoke em down the track
...(and although I beefed up the rear end, I'm still shy about breakin stuff when she hooks
...) but I'll do the best I can without the smooth skins...
...(and although I beefed up the rear end, I'm still shy about breakin stuff when she hooks...) but I'll do the best I can without the smooth skins... LukesVette Homepage
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What a nice looking auto!! Hi ya Sarge81!!
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[QUOTE=LukesVette]Rob, that is one beautiful LT1!! Targa blue is one of my color change choices if I decide to shed the medium blue...
Paul, as far as breaking stuff, we both have a little advantage there with our automatic tranny and running street tires. There's one thing for sure, you'll have to take off at low RPM. I was surprised that when my friend drove my car he was able to get a 60ft. time of 1.7 on two consecutive runs and a 330ft time of 4.9 and 5.0.
Targa blue is one of my color change choices if I decide to shed the medium blue... Jim, all I can tell ya is that without some slicks, she'll smoke em down the track...(and although I beefed up the rear end, I'm still shy about breakin stuff when she hooks...) but I'll do the best I can without the smooth skins...
[/QUOTE]...(and although I beefed up the rear end, I'm still shy about breakin stuff when she hooks...) but I'll do the best I can without the smooth skins...Paul, as far as breaking stuff, we both have a little advantage there with our automatic tranny and running street tires. There's one thing for sure, you'll have to take off at low RPM. I was surprised that when my friend drove my car he was able to get a 60ft. time of 1.7 on two consecutive runs and a 330ft time of 4.9 and 5.0.
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