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Yeah , yeah , it goes both ways , but I was so tired spending 80.00 cdn for a 50 us dollar item , let me have some fun here , no ? :laugh:

Steve I'm hurt :knockedou , but this guy should sell to Canada , as you may know for a nice change our dollar is now at over 1.07 usd :tapemouth !

This is the Internet , not America ........... just saying ....

Look up ! We're sending a Martin Mars bomber . They are coming from Vancouver Island , and scoop 10,000 gallons of water in 23 seconds . Of course $1200 per hour private contract , but it is a sight for sure , flying slowly with 4 engines vibrating the ear drums , and the massive wingspan ! Hope it all turns out better , but at over 1400 homes lost , help can't come sooner !

Yep . Ask for black facecaps .

I'm a locksmith , and you can get replacement facecaps that have ''tangs'' on them . You remove the lock , peel the old cap , and replace , and yes, you can get black ones and stainless ones, your choice . Replace the gasket at this time as well . Good luck !

This is of course an apples to oranges comparison, I have both a 1970 z and a 1973 corvette c3 convertible . The gm has the v8 appeal , it's got a gm crate motor ( 330 horse ) , and it's been restored ( yellow with a black stripe ekklers stinger big block hood ) and torque thruster 11's . The z czr though is quicker ( built crown turbo, 5 lbs boost , fun fun ) . The vette wallows around corners , and the body and frame tourques and twists if you hammer it around corners . I must say the vette's brakes are much better though ( 4 wheel discs ) . Sadly due to storage issues the z is for sale , otherwise I think I have the best of both worlds !

I'm running the Crown turbo kit with a single big SU from a Jaguar . It's running 5 lbs boost , and I never have to tweak a thing ! It's as dependable as a Cummins , and with a 3'' exaust , 8.5 compression , it's a joy to own and drive . Drivers behind me can really hear that blade spinning . Also, my gas mileage is phenominal , as compared to most .

Or ..... it sounds like rich exaust carbon coming out with cold start up moisture - splatters like oil, but dries leaving a paint can splatter on the ground directly behind the pipe in the mornings , no ?

My Jan 1970 car vin # 538 has the red dot mirror , so it made it into later ''early'' cars I suppose . By the way this car is for sale , no hijack intended .

Time to replace the ignition cylinder , and have a new one set to your existing door keys to match . Take the car to a good locksmith shop , or have a mobile guy come out . The housing has to come off the column, then the roll pins removed , then the new unit re installed . I'm a lock- smith , so bring it to a shop that has the right parts . Here that job brings between 120.00 - 160.00 , but may be less in your area . Do a search on this topic on this site for more info if needed !

Say guys , can you give a step by step on the best way to winter store an old Zcar ? Yeah it's been a while , and I don't see low temps here , but it might help getting a few good tips ! :classic:

Insert key, and gently rap it with the plastic handle of a screwdriver. Otherwise have your key rebuilt by a competent locksmith , either by decoding the key or cut new from a code found on a door lock housing. Could be a worn ignition cylinder , or a bent wafer in the ignition . Could even be a broken steering lock 'lockbolt' assembly . Try silicone spray right in the keyhole , and don't be afraid to drown it ! Flood it , and run your key in and out , and clean the black crap off with a cloth each time . Good luck !

Austin, what kind of tires/ size are those you're running ?

Sounds like you need a new door lock AND cam assembly - go to a decent locksmith , and get a lock , set it to your existing key , then see if you can locate a cam from the dealer . Option 2 - find a wreck and get the part if it's in good shape . The plug's end drives the cam , and that's where the wear takes place . While you're in there lube all moving parts and mechanisms , including the window tracks ( guides ) . PS just replacing either cam or lock , not both , will guarantee future problems - replace both at the same time , with NEW parts if at all possible ! Also straighten any bent rods screwed up by over zealous tow truck drivers that like to slim jim cars open with force.

Sorry- fell asleep with my nose on the ' ! ' key .:cheeky:

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Side note '' urgelis '' got me too with cut off plugs for an electronic setup , the leads were conveniently left out of the pics on ebay , NOT HONEST IMHO .

This nice gentleman you all speak of was in my driveway 2 months ago . Stood me up 4 times over the past 2 years or so ,2 no shows on a car, and 2 no shows on a parts car. Finally he showed , and offered a whole $200 Canadian after wasting my time ''going over '' the car .

No . You used the word " Wabbies ", you blew it.