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Today, 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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Today, 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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Today, 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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Today, 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, 05:54 PM

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

Sure, and the two side snaps that keep the lid on are easy enough to release.

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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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08-04-2022, 03:58 PM

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

Continuing to fit/mount non-factory items on the Corvette. Found a new home for the engine fuse/relay box, since I had to relocate it. Also, been...

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08-03-2022, 02:39 PM

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

Thanks Doug, appreciate the comments. I do try to have things look like they belong, lol.

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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, 08:46 PM

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

My target is to get the Sue’s Corvette to the upholsterer by the end of the year. Given we make that, we should make Pigeon Forge in May. And...

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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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08-02-2022, 04:18 PM

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

The gen v LT1 is circa 2017 Camaro design and uses a radiator reservoir (surge tank). The crate engine instructions indicate the engine can be...

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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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07-30-2022, 02:57 PM

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

Previously had finished the fiberglass mods to the doors to mount the Jag door handles. They are from 1970/1971 Jaguar XJS/XJ12 vehicles. As noted,...

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07-28-2022, 06:53 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread My '55 Belair 2 Door Hardtop Build (sort of in Member Project Updates

Something that will help a lot, is to REMOVE everything that is removable from the body (including interior, glass, etc) in order to lighten the...

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07-27-2022, 02:43 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Brake Vacuum Bleeder -cant get a hard pedal . in TrifiveChevy Suspension [Brakes, Chassis, Rims, Shocks, Springs, Swaybars, Tires, Ect]

you can't let the MC run low while bleeding (whatever method you use). You might try 'gravity bleeding', even if you do it only front or back first....

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07-27-2022, 02:39 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread My '55 Belair 2 Door Hardtop Build (sort of in Member Project Updates

If the carpet is 'warm' (from lying in the sun for a few?) it should LIE down on your floor properly. If it doesn't then a little 3M spray adhesive...

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07-27-2022, 08:09 AM

BamaNomad started a thread Youtube Video from This year's Nomad Convention in Milwaukee in TrifiveChevy Nomads

For those like me, who missed this year's Nomad Convention in Milwaukee, Mark Berg has posted a video walkaround to help us out a little... :) ...

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07-27-2022, 05:33 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread best wind shield wiper kit in Introduce Yourself

I’ve used rain gear on a couple cars. Works well and is easy to install.

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