RedRock
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Post by RedRock on Dec 26, 2007 20:29:09 GMT -5
Here it is, maybe you've seen it already, but it's the first glimpse I've seen of it, the 2009 Corvette (courtesy Rich Galen, www.mullings.com/dr_12-21-07.htm ) : PS, His catchy caption is the one about congressional CAFE standards (google it).  |
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Pvt._Michaels
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Post by Pvt._Michaels on Dec 27, 2007 11:02:24 GMT -5
Thanks, RedRock
As a hard core car guy & red blooded American...I am
truly proud of the new Corvette. Even the current Z06
is one of only a handful of supercars and costs 50-100 %
(or more) less than the Euro stuff.
In an age where Detroit can really never recover from pensions, health care, and
union contracts of the past....you gotta love this effort.
I've had two Vettes in my history...I urge all car guys to own at least one while they
are on God's green earth.
Pvt. Michaels
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Post by Death's Shadow on Dec 28, 2007 12:25:04 GMT -5
would love too.. I want the '77 stingray though.. Have always thought that was a sweet ride.
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Post by A_ROOKIE on Dec 29, 2007 18:25:06 GMT -5
.. I want the '77 stingray though.. Have to be a big block car with a four speed. ;D ;D |
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Post by Death's Shadow on Dec 29, 2007 20:17:26 GMT -5
yep I want it to have the gas guzzeling 327 in it. LOL
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Pvt._Michaels
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Post by Pvt._Michaels on Dec 30, 2007 9:15:39 GMT -5
Mid to late 70's Vette's may be the best bargains right now.
Rather than finding a pristine original or restored one, the
cheapest route for a car-noob is finding a project that has
been abandoned. A straight framed, complete car is all you need.
Paint condition, mechnical condition, etc is not all that important.
EVERYTHING is available in good used or repro.
Although NO big blocks (427s/454s) were offered in them after 1973 or 4, a big block
will in fact bolt right in the chassis. So a crate motor will work.
327s went away after 1968. They were 2 bolt main bearing motors.
The stronger 350s had 4 bolt mains and have become the backbone of the
Chevy hotrod aftermarket; and of course will bolt right into
the chassis of the mid to late 70s Vettes.
Throw Mom's minivan into the driveway and make room for the project...LOL
You guys get me going on cars and I can't shut up....!!!!
Regards
The Pvt.
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Post by Lamron on Dec 30, 2007 10:54:01 GMT -5
Yes, that's exactly what I need right now; an expensive hobby that takes all my time. LOL
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Death's Shadow
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Post by Death's Shadow on Dec 30, 2007 11:27:34 GMT -5
can you modify the chassis to fit the 327? It is one of the few chevy motors that I like.
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Pvt._Michaels
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Post by Pvt._Michaels on Dec 30, 2007 12:10:23 GMT -5
DS,
The 327 is only one iteration of the ubiquitous "small block" Chevy.
It is a slightly bored and stroked 283 (as offered in 1957). Other iterations are:
265, 302 (originally the first Z28), 307, 305, 400 (externally balanced).
ANY small block block from 1958-on ( the year they started using
cast - in engine mounting bosses ) on the side of the block will bolt into
the above mentioned Vette chassis; this would include the 327.
No modification would be necessary, but simply put... a 350 would be a better
choice for resale value & performance. Original 327 parts will cost more due to
the restorers needing them to do authentic "numbers matching" restorations.
A 4 bolt main 350 will be stronger & faster than a 327; but externally they will look
virtually identical.
The Pvt.
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Post by Death's Shadow on Dec 30, 2007 14:22:44 GMT -5
thanks for the info pvt..
I just have never had good luck with the 350..
I did like the 302.. Had one of those in a 1980 camero berlinetta (sp) that lil short stroker would wind up nice and haul some a$$.. Bought that car for 1000 bucks .. had the motor redone changed cam,heads, headers, carb, new transmition, 4:11 rear end. quick silver slam shift.. all the dash goodies.. would do 12's to 13's in the quarter when I got done with it.
did not use it for a street car.
got older and wiser (and poorer lol) and sold the thing for a nice profit.
ahhhh the memories..
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RedRock
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Post by RedRock on Dec 31, 2007 10:01:44 GMT -5
LOL, this turned into a scene from "My Cousin Vinny" !!!!!!
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Pvt._Michaels
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Post by Pvt._Michaels on Dec 31, 2007 11:25:11 GMT -5
Hey Red
Fuh - Get A Bot - it.....!
LOL
The Pvt.
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Post by Death's Shadow on Dec 31, 2007 12:34:56 GMT -5
We will make a grease monkey out of you yet Red.. LOL
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