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Hi all, Has anyone done a changeover from the original green ethyl glycol (inorganic acid technology or IAD) type of coolant to the pink/red Organic Acid Technology (OAT)? Any benefits to the newer OAT coolant, or (more importantly) any downfalls? I have been working on my car, and put in a...

Hi all, hope those who enjoy the 4th of July weekend are having a good time. And the rest of you, just having a good time. :smile: I have an issue with my High beam lights, they won't come on. I was hoping it was a dimmer switch, but I've replaced it with the same results. Headlights will...

Folks, I am seeing signs that the gas cap is leaking. The rear bumper chrome is looking like the gas has been escaping from the filler neck out the cap. The filler neck is new, and I don't see signs of problems inside the trunk. Is there a kit or parts to buy to rebuild the gas cap? New...

Well, it was a long ordeal, and I owe several members here a debt of gratitude for your insight and knowledge, but I am ready to post a couple of pics. Here are completed shots, there are still a couple of details to finish, but by and large, this is what has been done. Thanks all for the help...

All, My builder is nearing the end of the restoration for my GT/CS, but he has a couple of questions that I don't know the answers to. The first is what kind of fasteners are used to connect the grill screen with the bumper trim (see first pic). The second is how or what is used to keep...

All, I am having the GT Trumpet tips installed on my GTCS. I have the GT valance installed and ready to go. My restoration guy informs me that the tips are attached to the exhaust tubes by clamps. I know the tips are of stainless steel and the exhaust tube may or may not be (I don't know)...

Hi all, Anyone with plans to attend the Reno Hot August Nights August 5-9? I think my car will be done with it's restoration before then (barely) and am looking into going up for a cruise. Has anyone participated with their car as an entrant into the show? No competition judging or anything...

All, I'm looking at putting a new stereo in, and was wondering what others had, and how they like it. I'm hoping for AM/FM with MP3/iPOD inputs, Pre Amp in jacks, some kind of DIN control for future CD changer (maybe) and maybe even bluetooth for hands free talking. I would like it to go into...

All, I'm looking for suggestions on a low profile air cleaner. I have a 302 with a Weiand Stealth intake manifold, and a Holley 600 Carb. Also have the MSD Distributor at the front, so I need something that is low/recessed, and not too large that it runs into the disti. Any thoughts? I...

Does anyone know of a good source for the Stainless Steel Drip Rails that go along the top of the drivers and passengers side window? Mine aren't in bad shape, but they do have "dings" in them, and look slightly tweaked where they bend. Has anyone tried pounding the rails out, or is that a job...

I'm having some work done on my GT/CS and the repair shop has already replaced the right side apron in the front fender area. I am having a difficult time getting a good left side apron sourced to have it put in. I keep getting the same crappy quality parts that are missing bolt holes and such...

Hey all, my restoration on my Cal Special is on a little hold while the Engine is getting rebuilt. Upon removal of valve covers, they found some dark marks on the valves and valve and spring issues (I'm not technical, so don't ask too much) and wanted to send it out to have the valves, seals...

Hi all. I am replacing the freeze out plugs on my 302, and since the car was originally from a Canadian DSO, it had the heater block option. Does anyone know where I can get a new heated freeze plug? I don't necessarily need the cord, as long as the new freeze plug uses the same type. Thanks...

I am ready to send my GT/CS out to get it painted, and am thinking of either Acapulco Blue (which my car currently is) or Highland Green, which was the original color. I have the paint code and mix quantities for the Highland Green from another thread, but don't have anything on the Acapulco...

Ok, so after owning my GT/CS for 12 years, my battery is dead. But it did last at least 12 years, so I can't complain. Anyone know of a good replacement make of battery, and where to get one? Thanks, Robert

All, I am looking into getting the Classic Air AC setup for my car, but I don't like the look of the registers. Both the ones at the doors, and the ones over the center console do not nearly resemble the originals. For that matter, neither does the Vintage Air AC setup. Question: Is it...

Ok, I know the post is probably here somewhere, but I washed the car today and noticed some rusting at the bottom of my lenses. I took them off, and tried to separate the lens from the body, but it was pretty much glued on. Is there a trick to removing the lens without butchering the body or...

So I'm going into my local gas station tonight, and as I come out I see a red Cal Special at the pumps. The gentleman driving is in his car talking on his cell phone, and I mouth the words "I have a California Special too". He ends his conversation, and gets out and we talk about the cars for...

Anyone know of a local shop (prefer online) that I can order the Master Cylinder brake line kit from? I need the two brake lines that run from the master cylinder to the proportioning valve and the "other" block (don't know name of it). I have looked locally and on line and can't find anyone...

Got an easy question: I took my rear bumper off to have it re-rolled and re-chromed. Should get it back Monday. In taking the brackets off that connect the bumper to the body, there is this "blackish" semi soft stuff between the body of the car, and the brackets. I'm sure it is some kind of...