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Old Oct 15, 2023 | 03:36 PM
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Hi all,

I used to be a member many years ago with a 74 roadster that I still have. Sadly it still isn't together. Just recently started working on a 69 for my cousin that needs suspension work and the motor put back in. It's a long story and I am sure I will need some help along the way. Just wanted to say hello again and look forward to getting advice as needed.

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Old Oct 15, 2023 | 03:44 PM
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Old Oct 15, 2023 | 04:02 PM
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Welcome, things have gotten better since 02 and no doubt you will
find what you need.
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Thank you everyone!

After this 69 gets done I need my car finished next!

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by 1971CorvetteII
Prices haven't.
Censorship is up.
true.
back then C3 sub-forums, what I was pointing out, didn't have the traffic it does now.
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Old Oct 16, 2023 | 06:58 AM
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Avoid Chinese parts at all cost. Manufacturers that used to be USA can now be made somewhere else. Moog comes to mind, since your doing suspension work. There are posts on Moog parts being made in the USA and many other countries.
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Old Oct 16, 2023 | 12:41 PM
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Welcome back Tony.
I’m currently building a 73 big block body off hot rod.
It’s my first Corvette project and I always have questions and looking for help.
I’ve always had good luck buying parts from Corvette Central.
They have great customer service and good quality parts.
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Originally Posted by calwldlife
true.
back then C3 sub-forums, what I was pointing out, didn't have the traffic it does now.
Traffic =
Kinda like our freeways here in Houston & 40% of the congestion is from people that can't drive
I'm curious if DPS just passes people so they can get the heck out of the persons car LOL
Wish 74L82 all the luck, still a couple old timers hanging on for advice.
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Old Oct 16, 2023 | 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by calwldlife
true.
back then C3 sub-forums, what I was pointing out, didn't have the traffic it does now.
That's good to hear! I always did have good luck though for the most part, everyone was very helpful!

Originally Posted by cottoneg
Avoid Chinese parts at all cost. Manufacturers that used to be USA can now be made somewhere else. Moog comes to mind, since your doing suspension work. There are posts on Moog parts being made in the USA and many other countries.
I agree and that's the first thing I will be looking for. If there is a good resource or kit for it I'd appreciate the guidance.

Originally Posted by OldCarBum
Welcome back Tony.
I’m currently building a 73 big block body off hot rod.
It’s my first Corvette project and I always have questions and looking for help.
I’ve always had good luck buying parts from Corvette Central.
They have great customer service and good quality parts.
Awesome thank you! Big block is the way to go!

Originally Posted by 1971CorvetteII
Traffic =
Kinda like our freeways here in Houston & 40% of the congestion is from people that can't drive
I'm curious if DPS just passes people so they can get the heck out of the persons car LOL
Wish 74L82 all the luck, still a couple old timers hanging on for advice.
LOL!! Thank you! At 53 I am getting up there too!

Thanks!

Tony
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Originally Posted by 1971CorvetteII
Traffic =
Kinda like our freeways here in Houston & 40% of the congestion is from people that can't drive
I'm curious if DPS just passes people so they can get the heck out of the persons car LOL
Wish 74L82 all the luck, still a couple old timers hanging on for advice.
I used to live in Seabrook back when Gilley's was still around and there was only one loop around Houston...
But even then it was normal to see cars upside and on fire on I45...lol
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