New guy from Chicago
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Racer
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: Glenview IL
New guy from Chicago
Hey guys!
Ive been lurking around this forum for at least a year, reading and learning everything I could. Its finally come time to introduce myself and my "new" 1970 which is a blast to drive!. She has 80k on the frame which only has minor surface rust, rebuilt rear suspension, PS, PB, AC (condensor is out of the car), 4k on a GM 350 crate engine putting out 300hp 290lb-ft., new exhaust, and a new 78 interior. Why does it have a new 78 interior you ask? Because it has a few minor flaws, it has a 73 front clip, 78 doors, and is painted pink...yes pink.
For now im going to prep the body myself and take it to maaco for some new paint, and fix up the laundry list of small problems and make some minor improvements. In a few years the body will come off and ill restore her to her former glory with a few upgrades, but I want to keep the feel of an old car when driving.
A little about myself now. Im 24 and a mechanical design engineer working in the aerospace industry. I live in chicago and hate the fact that it is 7 degrees out right now and I cant work on or drive the vette. I look forward to hitting some cruise nights this summer (after paint lol) and meeting the other local guys.
Ive been lurking around this forum for at least a year, reading and learning everything I could. Its finally come time to introduce myself and my "new" 1970 which is a blast to drive!. She has 80k on the frame which only has minor surface rust, rebuilt rear suspension, PS, PB, AC (condensor is out of the car), 4k on a GM 350 crate engine putting out 300hp 290lb-ft., new exhaust, and a new 78 interior. Why does it have a new 78 interior you ask? Because it has a few minor flaws, it has a 73 front clip, 78 doors, and is painted pink...yes pink.
For now im going to prep the body myself and take it to maaco for some new paint, and fix up the laundry list of small problems and make some minor improvements. In a few years the body will come off and ill restore her to her former glory with a few upgrades, but I want to keep the feel of an old car when driving.
A little about myself now. Im 24 and a mechanical design engineer working in the aerospace industry. I live in chicago and hate the fact that it is 7 degrees out right now and I cant work on or drive the vette. I look forward to hitting some cruise nights this summer (after paint lol) and meeting the other local guys.
Le Mans Master
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Hiyas neighbor 
I agree that the pink should go. Other than that, lots of time to take care of other needs.
Make sure you post in the Great Lakes section to get involved with local gatherings, etc.
I agree that the pink should go. Other than that, lots of time to take care of other needs.
Make sure you post in the Great Lakes section to get involved with local gatherings, etc.
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Racer
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Glenview IL
Welcome to the forum. Us Chicago guys definately need to get together!
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Racer
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From: Glenview IL
Thanks for the warm welcome guys (I need all the extra heat I can get!)
After a closer look it appears that the front is a 78. The owner stated it was a 73 and all i heard was "not a 70." The car was on ebay about a month ago, but did not sell. I went out the Pennsilvania 2 weekends ago to take a closer look and convince the guy he'd never sell a pink corvette with the wrong front end and interior. Now i have a perfect runner for what most people pay for some rust and fragments of fiberglass.
Other than looks (especially the ugly bumpers on each side of the plate) what are the differences between the 78 and the 73-74 clips?
I look forward to getting to know everyone in the near future...anyone up for a quick ride up halstead when the weather gets better?
After a closer look it appears that the front is a 78. The owner stated it was a 73 and all i heard was "not a 70." The car was on ebay about a month ago, but did not sell. I went out the Pennsilvania 2 weekends ago to take a closer look and convince the guy he'd never sell a pink corvette with the wrong front end and interior. Now i have a perfect runner for what most people pay for some rust and fragments of fiberglass.
Other than looks (especially the ugly bumpers on each side of the plate) what are the differences between the 78 and the 73-74 clips?
I look forward to getting to know everyone in the near future...anyone up for a quick ride up halstead when the weather gets better?
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Chicago Area
Welcome to the boards. Really nice group here. Were all going to have to get togeter this year some time. News to me there is a Great Lakes Section on here. I will have to chek it out myself. I have not been on here all that long either. Just picked up the 69 this last year.
Good luck on the restoration!
ScootinZ
Good luck on the restoration!
ScootinZ
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Racer
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From: Glenview IL
Stupid question alert.
Im going to pick up a craftsman 3 ton jack http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...seBVCookie=Yes
and these 6 ton jackstands. http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...Lift+Equipment
I know the jacking points, but what is the best procedure/order for:
jacking the rear?
the front?
and the entire car?
Should I just come under one rear corner and lift, insert jack stand at lowest level, repeat on other side. Rejack on first side to higher level, repeat?
Im worried about the car either leaning too much or the front hitting the ground if i jack the rear too high. I plan on getting a 4x4 chunk of wood and cutting it diagonally to prevent the car from rolling.
Im going to pick up a craftsman 3 ton jack http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...seBVCookie=Yes
and these 6 ton jackstands. http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...Lift+Equipment
I know the jacking points, but what is the best procedure/order for:
jacking the rear?
the front?
and the entire car?
Should I just come under one rear corner and lift, insert jack stand at lowest level, repeat on other side. Rejack on first side to higher level, repeat?
Im worried about the car either leaning too much or the front hitting the ground if i jack the rear too high. I plan on getting a 4x4 chunk of wood and cutting it diagonally to prevent the car from rolling.
BUT, the days are getting longer now. Yippee
Le Mans Master
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From: Wildwood IL
Take it from me...those 6 ton stands are way too big, and you'll need to get the car way too far up to even get them under at their lowest point. The three ton work just fine and are easier to get started under the car.
The floor jack looks great
MANY guys here (including me) jack the entire rear or front all at once. Jacking under the frame at the corners twists that body too much for my likeing....so cut a block out of 2"x6" long enough to span the entire front crossmember (front to back...not side to side) and put it on the jack pad. Block the rear wheels, and jack the front up till the stands fit under the frame at their lowest setting. Now over to the rear. Place that block of wood on the jack pad, and jack from under the differential to the height of the front. Set you stands. You want to slowly raise the car, back & forth, setting the jack stands higher as you go..a little at a time. My frame is painted, so I use 1/4" rubber pads on the jack stand pads.
If I'm unclear on any of this...just shoot me an email and I'll give ya my number.
Good luck
Eddie
Last edited by Edzred72; Feb 1, 2007 at 11:39 PM.