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Today, 08:31 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread C4 rear end adjustment in TrifiveChevy Convertibles

This is just 'semantics', but Paul the 'batwing' is the Aluminum Component that holds the differential and allows retention into the chassis. The...

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Today, 08:24 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread C4 rear end adjustment in TrifiveChevy Convertibles

With the C4 transverse rear spring, rear height is easily adjustable (within limits). To lower the rear of the car, remove the cotter pin and...

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Today, 06:29 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Trifive Nationals in Member Club Meets, Events, Rod Runs, Swap Meets

I bought gas at 3.42/gal, and saw roadside stations posting as low as 3.14/gal... so maybe it's going back a bit.. (I hope).. (for regular, not...

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Yesterday, 01:40 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Trifive Nationals in Member Club Meets, Events, Rod Runs, Swap Meets

My wife and I made it up on Thursday afternoon, picked up our packet... and walked down to the 'giveaway car' since I really wanted to see it. The...

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Yesterday, 01:13 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Nomad liftgate straightening in TrifiveChevy Exhaust Systems

Perry? there are at least two different approaches to finding the headliner bow you need... but first of all you need to consult the specs and...

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08-10-2022, 02:54 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Valuation Help in Introduce Yourself

I thought that also Richard, but the only quick online reference I found said they were 1.94 only... shows to go you.. :) that everything on the...

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08-10-2022, 04:45 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Another Nomad project... :) in Member Project Updates

Your story sounded pretty good.. and probably accurate as well.. :)

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08-09-2022, 07:37 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Another Nomad project... :) in Member Project Updates

Thanks Richard, Lee... :) Lee.. your analysis is right on.... BUT the design guys were bitching because Harley Earl wanted them to 'produce'...

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08-09-2022, 02:09 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Another Nomad project... :) in Member Project Updates

Just so I could 'complete something' (and pick up some loose parts and get them installed on the car), I installed the spacer strips and linoleum on...

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08-09-2022, 01:03 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Update on 57 Chevy 210 2door Sedan Post in Member Project Updates

William! you're moving right along! :)

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08-09-2022, 01:01 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread 1957 2d post starting soon in Member Project Updates

... plant machinery mechanic/technician? :) Sounds interesting.. :) Your schedule/hours sounds ideal for a 'car nut'... :)

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08-09-2022, 12:59 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread 1957 chevy garage find in Member Project Updates

Last posting more than 2 weeks ago... close to 3 ? Wonder if something went wrong??

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08-09-2022, 12:53 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Pulling the 2 speed power glide in TrifiveChevy DriveLine, Powertrain, and Transmission

If this is your first time pulling an engine/trans together, just be careful... The combination in early cast irons is extremely heavy (probably...

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08-09-2022, 06:51 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Pulling the 2 speed power glide in TrifiveChevy DriveLine, Powertrain, and Transmission

Your early Powerglide is supported from the 'bell housing' portion of the transmission (one mount on each side) and is attached to structural...

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08-09-2022, 06:41 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread 1957 2d post starting soon in Member Project Updates

TIMO.... :) your work hours sound like 'fireman's hours'.... What do you do?

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08-09-2022, 06:39 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread johns56 in Introduce Yourself

Welcome to the group John and Mindi! tell us more about your interest in trifives and your '56 BA... and photos are always a help. :) what do...

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08-09-2022, 06:37 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Valuation Help in Introduce Yourself

The 461 heads are worth something to the right person... 283's aren't valued much these days although if it doesn't need rebuilding and runs good,...

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08-06-2022, 07:27 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread 1957 2d post starting soon in Member Project Updates

Definitely looking good! you've made a ton of progress since you got the car! I'm looking forward to seeing it outside, all cleaned up,and in the...

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08-06-2022, 07:05 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread '56 Chevy Sales literature in TrifiveChevy Factory Specifications

Dual: Those original showroom manuals are GREAT to have, but most I've seen over the years have some damage.. from sun, water, etc.. but the...

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08-04-2022, 04:33 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Richard? Can you reach/access the new location for the fuse/relay box??

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08-03-2022, 12:13 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Ain't much of a garage to brag about... in Bodyshop, Garages, or Workshops

There's two ways to 'measure' an image file: 1) one way is 'pixel count' or size... Horiz and Vert dimension in pixels. 640x480 (vga size) is...

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08-03-2022, 08:16 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

... designed/built in Richard's Custom Factory.... :)

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08-02-2022, 08:09 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Trifive Nationals in Member Club Meets, Events, Rod Runs, Swap Meets

Mark: Salina to BG is about 8-10 driving hrs.. depending on your speed.. :)

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08-02-2022, 08:07 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread OIL PAN ID- HOW TO TELL 4 QT FROM 5 QT in TrifiveChevy DriveLine, Powertrain, and Transmission

It's probably a 5-qt INCLUDING the oil filter....?

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08-02-2022, 08:07 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Again, very good work Richard! :) Sue wants to drive it to Pigeon Forge next May.. for the 'expanded' Smokey Mtn show! :) Now fuse panel...

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08-01-2022, 08:34 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread '56 Chevy Sales literature in TrifiveChevy Factory Specifications

I've considered purchase of one or all of those, but I'd REALLY prefer a nice ORIGINAL. These even in poor condition generally sell for $$hundreds!...

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08-01-2022, 08:29 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Trifive Nationals in Member Club Meets, Events, Rod Runs, Swap Meets

I'm trying to figure out how I can stay out of the heat, or minimize it's impact on me, and still be there late Saturday hoping they'll call out my...

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07-31-2022, 06:01 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Trifive Nationals in Member Club Meets, Events, Rod Runs, Swap Meets

Mike: It's been my plan to attend, but due to my recent 'health issues', I'm wavering... wondering if I can take the heat! I need to decide before...

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07-31-2022, 05:56 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Nice work Richard, and nice photos and writeup! :) I had opportunity to visit Richard yesterday afternoon and really liked the progress he's made...

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