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LeMans or Monza Style Gas Filler / G as Roller Cap

Posted: 2/8/08 5:02pm Message 21 of 57
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Vette(s): 1972 Convertible; Targa Blue. Factory A/C. 1971 LT-1 Motor; Dart Pro I heads; Comp Cam; Roller Rockers; Holley 770 Carb; MSD Igniton; Hooker Headers/Side Pipes; Tilt/Tele; PS; L-88 Hood.
Hey Jim,
Any chance of getting a close-up pic from overhead?
 
Thanks - Rob



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LeMans or Monza Style Gas Filler / G as Roller Cap

Posted: 2/8/08 5:38pm Message 22 of 57
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Charlotte, NC - USA
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Vette(s): 1969 Custom Modified, Hooker Header Side Pipes, 12 to 1 compression ratio, 355 CID,4 speed close ratio with hurst shifter, 370 rear, Recaro interior, Tilt hood, Hugger Orange and Black.

Rob,

 

I will take a picture in the morning and post it so the there is more light in the garage - it is now fully installed and was totally painless with the exception of drilling 8 holes and down the road - if I ever sell it; someone can fill them in but this puppy is far from original, and certainly not a “survivor” so - I guess to a degree, I don't care – according to the build sheet this was a Fathom Green Car with Red Line Tires and that was about it, originally. I like the way it is today, as it is great fun out on the road.

 

Jim


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Posted: 2/8/08 5:43pm Message 23 of 57
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Vette(s): 1969 Custom Modified, Hooker Header Side Pipes, 12 to 1 compression ratio, 355 CID,4 speed close ratio with hurst shifter, 370 rear, Recaro interior, Tilt hood, Hugger Orange and Black.
Thanks Steve for the message,
 
It is good to be involved with a group where you can get some worthwhile input, feedback and advice on topics; I am glad I found the the C3 Vette Registry on line and look forward to the future!
 
Jim 



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Posted: 2/8/08 6:46pm Message 24 of 57
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Vette(s): 1969 Custom Modified, Hooker Header Side Pipes, 12 to 1 compression ratio, 355 CID,4 speed close ratio with hurst shifter, 370 rear, Recaro interior, Tilt hood, Hugger Orange and Black.

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Posted: 2/8/08 6:54pm Message 25 of 57
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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.

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LeMans or Monza Style Gas Filler / G as Roller Cap

Posted: 2/8/08 7:01pm Message 26 of 57
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Medford, NY - USA
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Vette(s): 1972 Convertible; Targa Blue. Factory A/C. 1971 LT-1 Motor; Dart Pro I heads; Comp Cam; Roller Rockers; Holley 770 Carb; MSD Igniton; Hooker Headers/Side Pipes; Tilt/Tele; PS; L-88 Hood.
Jim,
That looks sweet!!  I went out to the website where you purchased it but the website states it's out of stock.  How did you get one?
 
Rob



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Posted: 2/9/08 6:24am Message 27 of 57
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Vette(s): 1969 Custom Modified, Hooker Header Side Pipes, 12 to 1 compression ratio, 355 CID,4 speed close ratio with hurst shifter, 370 rear, Recaro interior, Tilt hood, Hugger Orange and Black.

Rob,

 

I spoke to the guy directly on the phone at R&R Specialties - I believe his name was Joel, (423) 663-9816 and he ended up shipping it out the next day. R&R is primarily a machine shop that makes specialized automotive parts of many kinds but their specialty is Cobra and GT 40 parts. He had indicated that it is difficult to keep the website up to date as it indicated out of stock when I ordered mine as well. When I called and left a message for them at 9am to return my call I figured it was a shot in the dark but he called back around 4pm. He was very helpful as he took one of the units from the warehouse to give me some exact measurements while we were talking and at the same time I did some measuring on the car to insure the fit would be right. He even said that if I didn’t like it when it arrived that I could send it back – no questions.

I would suggest calling and placing your order direct, that way if they are truly out of stock he can tell you when they will be making more since they are the actual manufacturer and it is not made in China but here in the USA in Tennessee. You won’t be disappointed with the quality.

 

Good luck

Jim




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Posted: 2/9/08 6:41am Message 28 of 57
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Vette(s): 1969 Custom Modified, Hooker Header Side Pipes, 12 to 1 compression ratio, 355 CID,4 speed close ratio with hurst shifter, 370 rear, Recaro interior, Tilt hood, Hugger Orange and Black.

Thanks for the comment,

I have had more than a few people mention the Motion resemblance. As of now the car is a good ten footer – the paint shines great but it unfortunately has cracks in it upon a closer look.  When and if I get around to having it re-painted the scheme would remain basically the same except I would want to run the black up the center to the rear glass to add a bit More of the Motion look.

 

Speaking of Motion, have you seen the Motion Clone on E-bay-

 

 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BALDWIN-MOTION-LS6-4-speed-1972-Corvette-454-450hp_W0QQitemZ300196442746QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item300196442746  

 

I bet it will hit 50K before it is over…… too steep for me but a beautiful car.

 

Thanks again for the comments and you have a good looking 79 there Luke - great job on the Engine details!!

 

Jim

 




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Posted: 2/9/08 6:51am Message 29 of 57
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Vette(s): 1972 Convertible; Targa Blue. Factory A/C. 1971 LT-1 Motor; Dart Pro I heads; Comp Cam; Roller Rockers; Holley 770 Carb; MSD Igniton; Hooker Headers/Side Pipes; Tilt/Tele; PS; L-88 Hood.
Jim,
Thanks for the info; I'll call and see what he says. 
I'll let you know what happens.
 
Rob



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Posted: 2/9/08 7:03am Message 30 of 57
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Vette(s): 1969 Custom Modified, Hooker Header Side Pipes, 12 to 1 compression ratio, 355 CID,4 speed close ratio with hurst shifter, 370 rear, Recaro interior, Tilt hood, Hugger Orange and Black.
Good luck with it Rob,
 
It only hurts fo a second when you drill that first hole,  just kiddingCry
 
I told the guy at R&R that there maybe a few guys from the forum interested
 
Jim
 



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