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I've been wanting this done for quite a while, finally got it done. With everything that has gone on the last couple years with me and still going on I just said it's time to get it done so now it's done! It's there forever.

It moves too. Gonna rain. That’s as far as it made it. lol.

I got the cover off. lol. 😂

We are now at 61 days and a wake-up until our first members will start arriving in Carlisle for the Eastern Meet. I know, 61 days sounds like a lifetime but that also means it is only two months and a wake-up away. rob

I drove the 70 Monte to work today. It drives really nice. Engine has good power and the rebuilt trans is nice and smooth. Here is a photo on the way to work where I got stopped for construction for a few minutes.

Had breakfast with my Dad and my second favorite mechanic yesterday. I’ve previously mentioned that Terry had owned a ‘71 SS that he sold many years ago, but he’s still finding various parts, memorabilia and literature etc. Yesterday he gave me a few “Super Chevys” magazines from ‘84 and ‘85. Attached are some pix and Monte-related articles… can you find the two unicorns? 🤣😂 Hint: one’s “down under” and one’s pulling the front tires off the ground. There’s a nice 2 page article on the ‘71 SS which appears on the cover of the July 1985 edition of Super Chevys “Chevy Show Place” Looks exactly like Dennis’, minus the bananas in the tailpipes And I’m definitely curious… were some of the owners as listed 40 years ago ever FGMCC members? Are these folks still alive? Are any of the Montes still around under different ownership? Perhaps some of you senior FGMCC members might know of these folks and cars.

In less than a week, I won't be 61 anymore, so it sort of is a lifetime for me 😄.

Joe used the same shade of red for the butterfly tat on the small of his back.

It’s the red headed step child. It’s outside under the car port. lol.

Welcome Brant !!! As you can see, no shortage of members here looking to say, hello and assist you when needed. We do run multiple Club Events yearly including the Eastern and Western Meets, Syracuse Mini Meet and also a Mini Meet in Bristol Tennessee. All of these events are tied to various car shows or events. Well worth being a part of this Club as a First Generation Monte owner. We hope you become a dues paying member and come join us. Plenty of opportunity to experience all that we offer and well worth the very small price of $25.00. We have quite a few members from your home state too.

For a clone, it turned out pretty good. But I may have an emblem upside down. 🙃

Finally a decent day. took Monte out for her first run of the year, got her some fresh gas and had myself my own little cruise. Looking forward to have others join me.

Here’s the entire February 1984 issue of “Super Chevys Limited, dedicated to our First Gens. Since the pictures likely won’t load sequentially, I made sure the page numbers are visible. The color photos are the covers. Enjoy…

Thanks Glen, that’s great stuff. Side note, they probably already ate their bananas like I did. 😆

Ok so it runs. lol. IMG_7328.mov IMG_7328.mov 😝

Is that what they call a tramp stamp ? If so, I would most likely qualify for one myself. 😂 All kidding aside, I love it !!!!

It also gives you the flexibility to add another Monte without having to worry about changing the tattoo.

Steve got a tat!!! If that's what you wanted, good for you!!!

And you even got it on the correct arm !!!! SWEET !!!

The ‘71 came out of hibernation Friday. The ‘70 was extracted from her cocoon today. Both gave me no issues starting and felt great on the 10 - 12 mile initial ride. The AC compressor on the ‘71 gave up the ghost (the pretty green dye in the refrigerant matches the Lime Green Poly perfectly 😂), but whatya gonna do? New compressor already ordered and hopefully delivered and installed in time for Carlisle. PS - the day I figure out how to get pictures loaded in sequence is the day Dennis’ feet don’t appear in his pictures

Hello I'm Brant K and want to say hello to all first gen owners. I've had a total of 4 first gen MC's [3 back in highschool] which has been a while-63 now- and with my recent purchase of a 1972 MC custom {blue} which was owned by Jared Richey a few years ago. I'm trying to gain more information on this car if at all possible from some of you who may know him and or would like to speak to Jared about the car. If anyone would like to pass on my number to Jared please do so. 734-560-8834 Thanks and have a great evening Br

Thanks for posting! After I bought my 71, my high school friend got a 71 SS 454, tan with a dk brn vinyl roof like in one of the pictures. Sadly he was T Boned while driving it, when a dump truck ran a red light. No injuries but totaled the SS 454. 😞

Really enjoy that sort of stuff. Thank you

Just a few more days until the beach trip Steve !! I will definitely look forward to seeing that Tat. And safe travels to you and your family !

Dennis, is that the Monte garage?????? Where is the Chevelle garage???

Welcome aboard. Nice looking monte!!!!

Welcome, I love that blue

Welcome Brant! Love that color. Lotta good people here.

White over blue are the colors I’d also want on a cloned SS. Kidding of course… she looks great.

Maybe a two step process with the roman numerals still to come rob

Looking good, Roman numerals in the helmet for your 71?

Looks good!

thanks to Joe, I love the results!

I believe it was Joe T.

Sorry I can't remember who recommended the script modification for the steering wheel hub but I tried it and i love the results! thanks who ever you were.

I was thinking that, and getting to them might be an issue for sure. I'll give it a try this weekend.

Yes and also a mini meet in Syracuse at the Syracuse nationals in July. Lots of things to see and do. We'll worth the small dues price for sure.

Welcome Brant. Beautiful Monte. As you can see by the immediate response to your post, there is always someone eager to help.

I have 7 sets. lol.

That's my old car. I guess you bought it from the other guy in Michigan. It went to consignment at streetside classics to TN, then to fellow you bought it from. You need to join the FGMCC and attend the Meet in June. We also having a mini Meet in bristol tn first weekend of may.

Kevin let us know when to we can congratulate you together!! As i put it, another rung on the ladder!!! Come on Friday!!!!!!!

Yes but only for 1 more week then everyday is a Saturday!

Don't you hate it when life gets in the way of our cars.

Ditto on what Willie said. Blue is still sleeping. Green got moved around a couple times. At the rate I’m going Blue will get uncovered until right before I load it up for Carlisle.

All your cars are looking GREAT guys!!!!!!

Spent the weekend getting her ready for spring.... IF that every comes. lol Changed oil & filter, lubed the front end, re jetted the carb, chased that "mystery wire" down, pulled the rear seat.... and "no", there's no paperwork tucked in there. Put the re conditioned dash and battery back in, added a squirt of gas down the carb...... And "BINGO"!!! She fired right up. Now, just need to get the new tires on and wait out the snow the weather woman says is coming tonight.

Replaced the plugs again today and I also replaced the plug wires. I then took her for a test drive. Sure felt great to get a ride in. rob

I was nice by rounding up. 😁

It should be noted there were no Monte Carlos in '68. (none in '68 and a wake up either)