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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 06:01 PM
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How you like it, the a/c works good and it gits good fuel mileage.
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 06:23 PM
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Looks good! always did think all those body panels and glass got in the way and having seats has always been over rated!!!! The +100 HP mod......
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by kingcharlie
How you like it, the a/c works good and it gits good fuel mileage.
You gonna lower it?
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 06:31 PM
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I've searched the whole car but still haven't figured out where that tapping sound comes from..
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 06:39 PM
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Thats one way to shed some weight.
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 06:48 PM
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Must have checked the "no options" box!

I think it could use a performance hood seal (if only it had a hood).
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 06:53 PM
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How Much for the rims and oil cap?

Theres plenty there to part out!!
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 01:06 AM
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How do you put the top up??
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 01:23 AM
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Originally Posted by maxvalley
Looks good! always did think all those body panels and glass got in the way and having seats has always been over rated!!!! The +100 HP mod......
I'm glad I clicked on this thead I haven't been able to stop laughing
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 01:24 AM
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Originally Posted by FinnZ06
I've searched the whole car but still haven't figured out where that tapping sound comes from..
Originally Posted by WetteVette
Must have checked the "no options" box!

I think it could use a performance hood seal (if only it had a hood).
Originally Posted by Limp1
How do you put the top up??
Stop the madness. You guys are killing me
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 01:27 AM
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CF is turning into a **** site

A Vette in the buff.

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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 07:45 AM
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I told you not to take your vette to Jenny Craig!
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 07:48 AM
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What about the wind noise?
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 08:01 AM
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And the Dealer told me it was just a small recall!
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 08:06 AM
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it looks ok except for that damage to the right front wheel at about 11:30 you will have to replace it before we can talk.
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 09:03 AM
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What color are ya gonna paint it?
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 09:05 AM
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Love the color
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 10:03 AM
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You must like bugs in your teeth!
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 10:12 AM
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Looks great! Zaino??
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Old Nov 4, 2007 | 10:15 AM
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I can see a few problems if it snows or rains. Otherwise, .
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