Texas F-Body Association http://forums.texas-fbody.org/ This is the official message board of the Texas F-Body Association, serving 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Generation Camaro and Firebird owners and enthusiasts. en Sun, 20 May 2012 06:52:28 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.texas-fbody.org/images/misc/rss.png Texas F-Body Association http://forums.texas-fbody.org/ Lowering? http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3470-Lowering&goto=newpost Sun, 13 May 2012 15:57:16 GMT So should I lower babyCar (the '72) or not? If I do lower him, should I do it just in the front or front & back? What parts should I get and what brand? They did a 2nd gen lowering project in Camaro Performers with QA1 Pro Coil kit from Summit Racing. It's adjustable, but I don't think I'd ever adjust anything.....I just want a better stance for him.

Suggestions?

As for the wheel issue, all I could find in the Cragar S/S's was 15". Also looked at Tire Rack's Ultra Comet -- again, only 15's. Shouldn't I get 16's? Would 16's still leave enough for white-letter tires? (I MUST have white-letter tires.....)

so much to do..........so confusing.......:confused: ]]> Technical cytruffle http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3470-Lowering Rebuild Assitance? http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3469-Rebuild-Assitance&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 17:35:39 GMT I have a 73 Z-28 that needs floor pans, trunk pan and other assorted body repairs. I had a guy helping me who supposedly knew what he was doing. He... I have a 73 Z-28 that needs floor pans, trunk pan and other assorted body repairs. I had a guy helping me who supposedly knew what he was doing. He was a hack and I have undone most of his work. It has been stripped and is sitting in my garage. I am at the point where I need to replace the bad sections and I am not technical enough to do it. I could do it but, don't want to have to do it a third time. I want to get it right this time. Is there anyone in this group that has the experience and know how to help me do this kind of work? Or do you know someone or a shop that does this kind of thing? I am not afraid of working hard or getting dirty. Just don't have the technical background for it, yet.

I think there was a shop in Keller years ago that did this kind of thing but, it is long gone.

Thanks! ]]> Technical Neuby60 http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3469-Rebuild-Assitance TFBA GTG Sunday May 20th http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3468-TFBA-GTG-Sunday-May-20th&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 17:28:50 GMT Sunday May 20, 2:00pm @ Spring Creek BBQ in Irving - 3514 W. Airport Freeway, It is at 183 & Beltline.

If you have an a camaro or firebird come on out!
If you like camaro's and firebird's come on out!
Even if you like other cars and want to make fun of camaro & firebird owners, come on out!
Just be ready to take some heat. ]]> Meetings, Events, Gatherings, and Shows Gipper http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3468-TFBA-GTG-Sunday-May-20th Used Camaro Parts Sources Needed (1970-1973) http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3466-Used-Camaro-Parts-Sources-Needed-(1970-1973)&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 12:48:40 GMT Good Morning: We are in need of used Camaro parts sources for 1970-1973. Currently, I need used Right and Left Front Seat Belts/Lap Belts only... Good Morning:

We are in need of used Camaro parts sources for 1970-1973.

Currently, I need used Right and Left Front Seat Belts/Lap Belts only (portion that goes around the waist).

Once we do the body/paint restoration, I'll install a Morris 3 point harness system, but for now, we just need at the least the Left Front Seat Belts/Lap Belts. (driver's side).

Thanks.

Jim T ]]> Technical jct http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3466-Used-Camaro-Parts-Sources-Needed-(1970-1973) Please Read - DFW Charity Racing Needs New Car Show Partner http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3464-Please-Read-DFW-Charity-Racing-Needs-New-Car-Show-Partner&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 18:14:43 GMT DFW Charity Racing's friend and Car Show partner, Ray's Catfish, closed their doors for the last time Monday. This was a surprise to us all and we hate to see them go. This leaves DFW Charity Racing in a huge predicament. Ray's was where our monthly car shows were scheduled through November. In addition to the parking, they also payed for the trophies so that we could have more to help local families with special needs children. We are in DIRE need of a new partner and location where we can continue our car shows. We committed to our current family (http://www.dallasnews.com/news/commu...bowie-high.ece) that everything we make from our monthly shows will go to helping them. Please help us keep this promise.

Please contact me, Brian Harris, at (214) 906-6607 if you have any leads or have a business that would like the benefit of added business and advertising. We usually prefer shows at a food venue to keep us from having to cook and it provides immediate results to the hosting establishment. However, in our current situation we are open to anything. All we would require is a location in the Dallas, Mesquite, Garland, Plano, Richardson or surrounding areas that provides easy access and parking for at least 60 vehicles, a power outlet, and will pay for the trophies (about $350). We would like to try to keep it somewhere along highways 635, 30, or 75.

Please help us so we can keep our car shows going and continue to help special needs children like Peyton Jarrett and his family this year.

Thank You,
Brian Harris
DFW Charity Racing Board of Directors
Cell: (214) 906-6607 ]]> The Lounge flavortext03 http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3464-Please-Read-DFW-Charity-Racing-Needs-New-Car-Show-Partner Gen1 Speedometer Repair http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3463-Gen1-Speedometer-Repair&goto=newpost Tue, 01 May 2012 02:05:41 GMT Looking for a reliable GEN1 speedometer repair shop in Fort worth/Dallas area. Thanks in advance. :flag: Looking for a reliable GEN1 speedometer repair shop in Fort worth/Dallas area. Thanks in advance. :flag: ]]> 1st Gen kdjacobs http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3463-Gen1-Speedometer-Repair Image of New Wheels/Tires on 1973 Z-28 Camaro http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3462-Image-of-New-Wheels-Tires-on-1973-Z-28-Camaro&goto=newpost Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:38:12 GMT Ended up with Continental Extreme Contact DW Tires and Boss 338 Wheels (Gun Metal Finish). Front: 235/45/18 tires with 18x8 wheels Rear:... Ended up with Continental Extreme Contact DW Tires and Boss 338 Wheels (Gun Metal Finish).

Front: 235/45/18 tires with 18x8 wheels

Rear: 285/40/18 tires with 18x9.5 wheels

Thanks to everyone for their input.

Take Care,

Jim T, Red Bomber

P.S. As you can tell by the earlier photo, we are changing the look of the car. I like it much better now than I did with prior set of wheels and tires.


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]]> The Lounge jct http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3462-Image-of-New-Wheels-Tires-on-1973-Z-28-Camaro 7th annual car show and shop party http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3461-7th-annual-car-show-and-shop-party&goto=newpost Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:19:44 GMT The date will be June 9th. Many of you have been. I will post more details soon! The date will be June 9th. Many of you have been. I will post more details soon! ]]> Meetings, Events, Gatherings, and Shows 73z28 http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3461-7th-annual-car-show-and-shop-party Pontiac 15 x 8 Snowflake wheels and tires (4) http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3460-Pontiac-15-x-8-Snowflake-wheels-and-tires-(4)&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:51:03 GMT These have SOLD. http://www.78ta.com/HTAF/index.php?topic=38083.0 I refinished my Y88 wheels and got new tires for them and now have a set of... These have SOLD.


http://www.78ta.com/HTAF/index.php?topic=38083.0

I refinished my Y88 wheels and got new tires for them and now have a set of 4 15 X 8 snowflake wheels and tires for sale. I refinished these about 18 months ago and painted them gold and polished the edge of the snowflake and the lip to shine. Tires have about 70% tread left and are 235/70/15
$650 for the set. If interested, please PM me. I can email bigger pictures if requested
Greg ]]> Classifieds gschererski38 http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3460-Pontiac-15-x-8-Snowflake-wheels-and-tires-(4) Seat Belt Questions http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3458-Seat-Belt-Questions&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Apr 2012 22:18:07 GMT Good Afternoon:

I'm getting back into the hobby after being away for a long time!

I have a 1973 Z-28 and need to replace the seat belts.

I know that Morris is one brand that has a 3 point harness which is what I need.

A couple of questions (thanks in advance for the help):

1. Do you know if i can use my existing shoulder harness if I install a new seat belt like a reproduction from Morris?
2. What tools do I need to purchase to complete this installation?
3. If there a manual that shows step by step instructions on how best to remove old shoulder harness and install a new one?

Thanks.

Jim T ]]> Technical jct http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3458-Seat-Belt-Questions Memorial/Charity Cruise for Benny http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3457-Memorial-Charity-Cruise-for-Benny&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Apr 2012 20:04:09 GMT Here are the pics that I took yesterday. There is a little bit of this & that. I added all that I took except for a few that were blurry. ;)
If the link doesn't open, please let me know so I can go into Photobucket & change the settings.
~Donna~

http://s960.photobucket.com/albums/a...%20of%20Benny/ ]]> Meetings, Events, Gatherings, and Shows Blondie http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3457-Memorial-Charity-Cruise-for-Benny Window Questions http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3455-Window-Questions&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Apr 2012 12:43:28 GMT Good Morning:

It's that time of year when there are more projects than money or time!

When the internal parts begin to wear out for the roll down/crank windows, is it typically the regulator that needs to be replaced? My driver's side window on the 73 Z-28 is starting to hang up and is not aligned/straight any longer when you attempt to roll it up and down.

Thanks for the help.

Jim T ]]> Technical jct http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3455-Window-Questions Seat Belt Installation http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3454-Seat-Belt-Installation&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Apr 2012 21:48:22 GMT Good Afternoon: How difficult is it to install new seat belts and related hardware? I need to do this on the 73 Z-28. Thanks. Jim T Good Afternoon:

How difficult is it to install new seat belts and related hardware?

I need to do this on the 73 Z-28.

Thanks.

Jim T ]]> Technical jct http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3454-Seat-Belt-Installation Car Cover Recommendations http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3453-Car-Cover-Recommendations&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:44:55 GMT Good Morning: I need a car cover that can be washed. The one I have is falling apart; did not hold up well. Any suggestions on specific... Good Morning:

I need a car cover that can be washed. The one I have is falling apart; did not hold up well.

Any suggestions on specific brand/product line that would work?

Thanks.

Jim T ]]> Technical jct http://forums.texas-fbody.org/showthread.php?3453-Car-Cover-Recommendations