[Turbo 400 downshift issues]

5 hours ago, Scott S. said:

Is that why you don't let the dog sleep at your feet while driving too ?

Precisely why😂

[Turbo 400 downshift issues]

4 hours ago, rsorg said:

check out the switch by the gas pedal ,not sure what it is called but is tan ,plugger type ,that was happening on my car a while back replaced it all good now

Funny… I thought mine was bad (help me out here… “kickdown modul(ator)” ???) on the ‘70 a while back.

Turned out the Dynamat + new carpeting + existing carpeted floor mats = restricted gas pedal travel.  Switching over to the original-type thin rubber mats cleared that right up. 

[A Bit of Nostalgia]

25 minutes ago, Marks71 said:

Really enjoy that sort of stuff. Thank you

No problem.  I just posted another separate thread dedicated to just First Gens.  Good stuff in that one also. 

[A Bit of Nostalgia- Pt. 2 *** ALL 1st GENERATION ***]

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…

[A Bit of Nostalgia]

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. 

 

 

[I've been knighted]

9 hours ago, cny first gen 71 said:

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. 

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

[New to FGMCC]

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

[What did you do to your Monte Carlo today?]

13 minutes ago, Dtret said:

I got the cover off. lol. 😂 

White over blue are the colors I’d also want on a cloned SS.

Kidding of course… she looks great. 

[What did you do to your Monte Carlo today?]

2 hours ago, kpcsgasp said:

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

Retirement time?  Outstanding!!!  Enjoy!!

[Sad day in Syracuse area]

Incidents like these become more prevalent when consequences no longer act as a deterrent.

There needs to be universal truth in sentencing, no time off for “good behavior” and disposition needs to be swift, not drawn out over years with multiple continuances.  You probably wouldn’t believe how lenient the criminal justice system is here in Chicago, Cook County.  I’ve seen people charged with MURDER released on EM.  And with the implementation of the “No Cash Bail” law this year, all but the most serious charges allow arrestees to be released from the station right after being charged and booked.  

As painful as it is to learn that two more LEO’s were killed in the line of duty, some consolation is to be had knowing that the offender was permanently removed from this planet in return.  He’ll never have the chance to do anything like this again.  

Traffic stops and Domestic Disturbances are the two deadliest types of calls/jobs for coppers. I’m not armchair QBing, just merely commenting… but bringing your ‘A’ Game is mandatory as there’s no such thing as a “routine” traffic stop. Our policies here are so restrictive when it comes to vehicle pursuits, motorists in “certain neighborhoods” have taken to just refusing to pull over as they know the likelihood of being chased is slim to none as supervisors routinely terminate pursuits for everything.  So I guess this in ONE way to minimize exposure to a stop going sideways.

RIP Officer Micheal Jensen and Lieutenant Michael Hoosock. EOW:  14 Apr 24. 

[What did you do to your Monte Carlo today?]

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 

[Grass cutting !!!! Or honey I shrunk the kids]

37 minutes ago, cny first gen 71 said:

What is that Glen fake grass? What happens when the dog does his business on that? Or does he go somewhere else. I taught my dog toear. go in the neighbors yard 🤣 just kidding she was good, didn't leave our yard unless she was chasing a rabbit.  But as she got older she knew she couldn't catch them so she stopped. She was my buddy I really miss her, I even brought her to a meet at Carlisle one year. 

Yes sir, that’s PGA endorsed turf.  I had that installed after I brought the work dog home because I got tired of repairing the grass every spring with 2 dogs destroying it over the winter.  No more muddy paws coming into the house either.

It installs over crushed lime stone/sand just like pavers and has drainage holes.  Both dogs do their business on it and it cleans up just like grass (easier actually as it’s relatively short), however it somewhat holds odor so I hit it with a deodorizer/neutralizer every so often. 

[Grass cutting !!!! Or honey I shrunk the kids]

7 hours ago, willie said:

I see i am the odd ball again!!!  The guys were here once to do a mow, clean up and fertilize.  They did a good job, although its time to cut again in spots. They told me they wouldn't be back until May first, so i might hit that 1 ft mark also. 

However there was a new guy on the blower back pack machine, and now i need a new door on my 10 day in my possession trailer. A conversation that eventually went my way as it was a dead end for him! Don't tell Glen!! lol

I promise that I won’t say a word, Willie 🤣

And no issues here maintaining the “grass” in my backyard.  Money very well spent 😎…

[Introduction...]

Welcome, Jeff.  As you already know, there’s a lotta great people here willing to share their knowledge.  

[Passing of a fellow member]

Horrible news.  Condolences to his family, friends and all who knew him. 

[70SS @ NC Auction]

14 hours ago, Marks71 said:

Wow! That things loaded. Beautiful car.

AND it’s got an LS-6 🙄

[NEW member but old lurker !]

Welcome, Dennis!  Lots of good people and information here.  

[1971 350 4 speed]

3 hours ago, Scott S. said:

So that's why you have a dog..... They're so easy to blame for so many things.

Most definitely. Babies, too.  The parents of a long ago girlfriend of mine had an “oopsie” baby in their late 40’s.  Girlfriend would have to watch the little guy quite often as her parents both worked.  I can’t tell ya how many times she’d check to see if a diaper change was in order after “someone” crop dusted the room.  It was like a Stooges skit… after the third time or so, it was “OK… now I’m SURE he needs a change”. Aahhhhh, good times…

[1970 Monte Carlo SS454 LS5 Documented Matching Numbers and Protect-O-Plate One Owner 42yrs For Sale]

3 hours ago, mon-tss said:

Would you mind posting protecto-plate and build sheet pics?

Wondering if it is in my SS registry.

 

Looks to be Flint built, so no build sheet. 

[1971 350 4 speed]

2 hours ago, Dtret said:

Yep. Full head. Getting a little thinner in the front though. 

I can relate.  I’m not losing my hair, I’m FINDING it.  On my pillow, in the sink…

[1970 Monte Carlo SS454 LS5 Documented Matching Numbers and Protect-O-Plate One Owner 42yrs For Sale]

Beautiful car, Mike. At first glance - and were I in the market -  I’d be a buyer without arguing too much over the asking price. It looks pretty complete from the pix provided.  I’ll enjoy seeing the interior and trunk.  

As far as BJ, definitely set a reserve.  And if I were selling this car, I’d shoot higher than 60K. There’s rarely First Gen Montes crossing the block. And there likely aren't too many of the 3,823 SS’s produced left.  And even fewer in this shape and with documentation. 

Good luck and keep us posted. 

[Cars of my past]

8 hours ago, DragCat said:

Well ya just dropped a notch in my book , another vette owner 🤣 Don't forget to bring your members only jacket to Carlisle 🤣

And nothing against Vicky, but this is my favorite blue oval 

Side note:  I just noticed you’ve got the “Grandpa Guides”…. garage floor marked with various colored tape for parking assistance. Check your mail this week.. Im gonna send you a tennis ball on a piece of string to hang from a joist over the back window 🤣

PS - I’ll remember to bring my Members Only jacket to Carlisle, you try to remember to bring your Geritol and walker 🤣😂

[Cars of my past]

8 hours ago, DragCat said:

Well ya just dropped a notch in my book , another vette owner 🤣 Don't forget to bring your members only jacket to Carlisle 🤣

And nothing against Vicky, but this is my favorite blue oval 

Don’t EVER bad talk of our Members Only jackets, capiche?  I keep mine in the ‘Vette with a 100 pound, German engineered security system activated. Ain’t nobody taking my M.O. threads!

[What goes here?]

4 hours ago, kpcsgasp said:

I know on 72's this is for the seat belt light. what goes here if you don't have a light?

My ‘70 was also Van Nuys built and I have that option.  It was an obscure RPO…

[Cars of my past]

2 hours ago, willie said:

I know before i even start that i will forget a ton of them and when i had them. But i will give it a shot.

First legal, under my name car

68 Chevelle SS, triple black with ghost flames 396 4spd with a/c

69 Impala triple green 350-350 4door a/c

66 toyota celica cream over black 4 cyl 4spd a/c

68 Cutlass, white over black 350-350 a/c     gave to my Mom

72 Nova SS, red (painted her black) over black 350 4spd with a/c

70 Impala triple blue, 350-350 4 door a/c

76 Chevy K20 350 4spd blue over blue a/c

76 Ford F150 red over red v8 4spd a/c

7? Plymouth arrow 4 squirrel 4spd 

78 toyota celica triple blue 4cyl 4or 5 spd a/c

82 olds 98 champaine over brown 455 auto a/c

86 Ford F150 silver over red, 6cyl 4spd a/c

87 Grand National, 6cyl turbo, original 

92 town car  dark silver 8cyl auto a/c

99 expedition black over brown ?????? auto a/c

98 navigator black over brown  ???????? auto a/c

2000 trail blazer black over gray ????? auto a/c

2001 impala black over gray  ?????????  auto a/c  (POS)

2001 Chevy dually black over gray ????? auto a/c

2009 honda pilot burgandy over tan ????? auto a/c

2021 honda pilot black over brown  ???? auto a/c

2018 Ram 1500 silver over gray 6cyl auto a/c

2021 Chevy PU 1500 black over gray 4cyl turbo auto a/c

72 Monte green over green 350-350 auto a/c

72 Monte Blue with black vinyl and black int 454-400 a/c

64 Chevelle SS. black over red, small 8cyl 4spd a/c

71 Monte SS classic copper, sandlewood top and interior, 454-400 a/c

71 Monte SS classic copper, brown top sandlewood interior. 454-400 a/c

71 Monte SS classic copper, black top, black interior, 454-400 a/c

71 Monte SS blue, black top black interior, 454-400 a/c

72 Monte burnt orange black top black interior, 350-350 a/c

72 Monte burnt orange sandlewood top brown interior 350-350 a/c

71 Monte triple green 350-350 a/c

72 Monte yellow over black 350-350 a/c

 

 

I wasnt going to do this, but here it is,

 

I know there is more and i cant remember some years, they are also not in order. I cant believe i remembered this many!!!!

 

 

 

 

And I can’t believe that you’ve owned four SS Montes.  That’s awesome. Not to mention a ton of other super desirable cars. You’ve had quite the stable, Willie.