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They had a news conference this morning with some new information as well as the old. Dave Kindig and Kevin dog will be there all 3 days and will be bringing a couple cars that they built. Also the county kicked In some cash and they will increase advertising to make show even bigger and better. They are trying to make this show the biggest and best in the country over the next few years. Also the midway tent will be back up this year for bands in the evening. So no really new and huge information but only 110 days until the show. Also announced that over 80 thousand dollars was raised for local charity's and something like 10 million went into local economy so that's something. Gonna be a good time for sure.

The 'Loop' carpet is the correct type Paul. If you get the 'Mass Backing' option , it does look & fit nicer, though it costs a bit more. FWIW, I've gotten them from OC Auto Carpets in the past, but recently found that Rock Auto sells the exact same product and was cheaper. They all drop ship from ACC anyways. Getting them direct from ACC is the most expensive way to go. Right now, they're $169 at OC, add $71 for the Mass backing' ($241) https://www.ocautocarpets.com/product/2063/1970-1972-chevrolet-monte-carlo-2dr-auto/ Looks like $144 at Rock Auto for the standard Loop, and $204 for the Mass backing https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/chevrolet,1971,monte+carlo,7.4l+454cid+v8,1055641,interior,flooring,1264 The shipping was half the price at Rock also, at least to my location. ($16 vs $37). Worth a look at any rate. Matching ACC floor mats can be found at the same time, with savings at Rock as well compared to the other sites.

Thanks for posting, That's a very nice ride indeed, I personally would prefer the 402 4sp or the most elusive of all.......... Of course it would be the Factory 71 454 4sp !!!!!!! Please let me know when one of those come available !!! 😂

I got a 73 GP for the wife before we got married. She loved it!! My Farther In-law and I loved it too with that extra long nose. Thank God she never needed the nose as she is a pretty good driver. A giant step up from the 70 nova family car she used to drive back then!! She is not a car girl and now drives a honda!!! lol

Yes it is dad behind the wheel when he was still with us. 😓

Thanks for keeping the information flowing Steve. Always appreciated, and good news and upcoming events at the Syracuse Nationals. Only 110 days until this massive event starts. Come join us and check it out !!!

I have replaced 4/5 sets over the years and have only used the ones from The Parts Place as they are made for our Monte's. The fit and finish is great.

Don’t feel bad Willie, Karen drives a Subaru. And before you guys start , she is NOT a multi colored flag person. lol.

You can't just throw shims at it randomly like you're doing. You need to measure the clearance and go from there. You need to have proper knurled starter mounting bolts too. Here's a couple ways to check: https://static.summitracing.com/global/images/instructions/sum-820323-os starter inst.pdf https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c1-and-c2-corvettes/4264063-starter-gear-not-disengaging.html#post1599257070 One more. Sometimes you have to use a shim inboard, outboard, half a shim, etc.:

At least they wouldn't give you a 6 month 'Backordered' experience, the carpets usually ship straight from the manufacturer, lol. I'm curious what they want for shipping. Maybe I'll create an order just to see. (EDIT: looks like they'd charge about $40 - fedex ground). I'm also not seeing the option to get it with the Mass Backing, but it may be there. Moot point, it's cheaper at Rock Auto anyways. Any chance you may be able to come out to Carlisle this year?

Good Morning, Well, after today we have 82 days and a wake-up until our members start arriving for the Eastern Meet. I know that sounds like a long time but on Saturday we will hit 79 days and a wake-up and that doesn't sound as bad. rob

Wow Joe, really good info, thanks!

Mine was still original carpet I belive and it was loop type. I'm thinking 80-20 loop

“Selective memory”, you say? You must’ve been married or in a long term relationship at some point. It’s a must have self preservation survival skill. Yeah, there were more than a few unhappy purists that shot dirty looks in my direction. Quite amusing how easily some people get fired up.

I finally got a copy of it. A friend of mine dropped it off at my office today. 🙂

Saw this one listed and at no reserve https://www.mecum.com/lots/1114726/1970-chevrolet-monte-carlo-ss/?aa_id=572079-0

That is what I first thought of Bruce but after pulling the balancer off there is no groove. On the axle I had to do the same on one of my cars several years ago

Joes post on the circuit IQ got me searching. Picked this up yesterday.

Obviously the first set of patch panels are junk. The Jegs ones certainly look like a winner for sure, and even though they'll take some work to install, they look to be a quantum leap forward. I recall Leo saying in a phone conversation that the aftermarket fenders take less time to get to a usable state than making repair panels fit. I wonder how these will stack up in that equation. Bring them with you to Carlisle, Leo is supposed to be there as well and may be interested in seeing them, (if he hasn't already).

A "Subie"....... As my brother in law likes to be called.

Got them yesterday. I’m pretty impressed. I lined them up with the other patch panel and a nos 70 fender. Critics welcome. This is for most all of us. Let’s figure out what’s wrong and right.

I put a little dab of RTV at the keyway when putting the balancer back on. Oil could ride thru that slot and make its way out the front. Much the same when installing a new yoke on a pinion gear at the rear differential. They say to put a bit of RTV there also, to stop the lube from migrating thru the splines.

Mine came in the mail last week. Exciting, isn't it. rob

Aaron Congrats!!! She always looks fantastic!!!!

Yes Rob. I did all of the work besides rebuild the transmission and add the 3:55 posi. I did the sheet metal repair and paint prep. I had a friend help spray the base and clear.

Or they were trying to split the load on a circuit to different rooms (example: rooms with a common interior wall between them may share outlets, etc). If you put one complete room on a breaker, there's a better chance of popping it maybe. It does make it harder to find the right breaker though. I made a map of my house with all the circuits, outlets, switches, and what breaker they were tied to fairly soon after I moved in, as we did some rewiring, added 3-way switches, added some circuits.

I wanted 76 or 77 when I was in High School but I could not afford a car like that, so I bought my 71 for $1,425.00. The rest is history!!

Hello to all the First Gen fans out there! Been visiting here for years and finally joined. Started by looking around for cars to purchase and fell in love with all the knowledgeable info and fans like me.

I had not thought of that Thanks Joe

Steve i don't think he does. I have a parts car that i can take them from but don't have time for that if they don't fit!

I sent Leo a message before I bought the first set. No response.

Good to know, thanks!

Beldon speed sells the proper screws.

Congratulations Aaron!!! A beautiful Monte SS well deserved of being on the front cover.

Update ... I installed the Edelbrock 1406 with the Edelbrock gasket I bought off Amazon. No issues there. I still have some work ahead of me getting the throttle and kick down cables squared away but nothing too egregious. But I started it up last night and the engine was running and idling perfectly!!!! Fresh plugs, fresh fuel filter, fresh oil/filter (with zinc) and non-Holley carb were exactly what that engine was looking for Oh, and the needles were removed, inspected (fine) and reinstalled, then 1 1/2 turns out each. I haven't rechecked vacuum and timing yet, but will shortly. I did happen to watch some Edelbrock 1406 videos on YouTube while in my man cave. And I'm glad I did. There are some very particular things to look for on any carb relative to initial setup. So it's worth the time watching some videos. As a result of one video I noticed that they bypass slots on the primaries were exposed when the throttle plates were closed (see excerpt of the above photo, below). In the video the guy talked about this being a problem with too much fuel when idling - all the carb needs exposed are the idle passages. So I backed off the idle screw all the way and got it to where those bypass slots are just barely starting to peak out from under the throttle plates. And again, the engine ran really smooth and the idle was perfect.

If it's not a Monte Carlo at a Monte Carlo meet then it's a foreign car 🤣

They were.

I think they were available on 70 chevelles also.

Waste not... Want not.... If G.M. had parts left over from a previous year that fit, I'd imagine they'd do something like that.

Dad had a 77 GP SJ. 400, th400, 10 bolt posi that he bought new. Was a daily driver till it no longer wasn't.

Turns out that the bumper in the picture was just a sample picture. The one I bought was nicer in the back. I'll be showing it on my next YouTube channel episode. 😎

Glad you did your research to see that you weren't singled out. You'll also notice there is some nudging to get members to come to the meets and hang out with the people behind the keyboard who share a love of the Monte Carlos. All done of course trying to promote this community. Just like making an omelette, some eggs get broken. And unfortunately sometimes with humor, sarcasm, and a few wise [censored] comments someone's feelings get hurt. Life goes on.

One other note- I made my pass immediately after the Red Line Oils Funny Car made a test shot. Needless to say, I got the best prepped track there could be!

Those caps fit on the rallys, so I have options if I want to change my look!

I am now all registered for Syracuse nationals and camping too. I am in a little better shape than I was last year and hoping to be even better by then. Still may rent the scooter for the week though just to be sure I can get around alright, that's a very large area to cover on foot. To see it all in one day you'd actually have to jog around and the next day it'll look like a different show for the most part because some cars move around.

There is no way i am going to be ready!!! But i will be there!!! lol

No shortage of things to do there. Plenty of food choices swap meet live music and all types of vendors too. Unfortunately not enough time to see it all. But we try every year. Come join us and check it out. It’s a lot more than a car show !!!

This is perfect!!! Congratulations! You will remember this all your life. Get several copies.

That is great to see aMonte on there catalog from one of us at FGMCC ! Congrats!!

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