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Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-15-2025, 02:55 PM
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Posted By jbtech
Absolutely it should still fit Charlie! Thanks! I...

Absolutely it should still fit Charlie! Thanks! I like the carb for scale!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-14-2025, 08:41 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Luckily I'm only 30 minutes away from Laguna Seca...

Luckily I'm only 30 minutes away from Laguna Seca and my son and I took the car out the Saturday of the Rolex Motorsports Reunion. We had a blast. First we started at Cars and Coffee in Seaside,...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 09-14-2025, 03:50 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Turns out the spacers were causing most of the...

Turns out the spacers were causing most of the problems on the tires rubbing not the actual diameter of the tires. I removed spacers that were 1/2" thick (I thought they were only 3/8" thick from...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 08-08-2025, 01:28 AM
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Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
As much as I really like the F70-15 on this car,...

As much as I really like the F70-15 on this car, I think the E70-15's is a perfect size tire. The ~1/4" diameter difference would be all it needs not to rub at all. The Firestone E70-15s I had on the...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-27-2025, 08:20 PM
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Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Another shot from yesterday. I really like these...

Another shot from yesterday. I really like these wheels.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-20-2025, 10:11 PM
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Posted By jbtech
Turns out the front left wheel wasn't rubbing on...

Turns out the front left wheel wasn't rubbing on rust but an old attempt at a fiberglass repair. The tire also may have rubbed on the fenderwhell just a bit under full compression of the suspension....
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-19-2025, 11:00 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Here's a photo I took outside a little spot down...

Here's a photo I took outside a little spot down the street where I usually order the soup of the day and Tri-tip sandwich.
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-19-2025, 10:54 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Thank You! I really love the look too! 7x15"...

Thank You! I really love the look too!

7x15" 1/2" Positive offset. I am re-using my cragar brand 3/8 spacers to clear the calipers but I bet 1/4" spacers would do it. The tires clear but on a...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-19-2025, 05:19 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
A couple shots from Laguna Seca Cars and Coffee...

A couple shots from Laguna Seca Cars and Coffee today. One day I will make it to the Camaro Nationals or MCACN but for now I enjoy these local small events. Plus complimentary racing on the track...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 07-04-2025, 06:58 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 06-30-2025, 07:01 PM
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Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Mounted the old Torq Thrusts on some tires bought...

Mounted the old Torq Thrusts on some tires bought at a swap in 2021.
Wheels are old 15x7 AR Torq Thrusts
Tires are Goodyear Speedway Wide Tread F70-15.
Rears will be next. Going to put N50s on...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 06-03-2025, 06:11 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Here is an updated Then and now comparison of the...

Here is an updated Then and now comparison of the interior. Also added a show with the interior lights on.



I forgot about the matchbook I apologize I will send you a PM
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-31-2025, 10:24 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Radio finally installed! It took some work but...

Radio finally installed! It took some work but I'm very happy! I'm using a 2 channel 140watt 4ohm under dash speaker. Watch until the end to see the 8 track play.
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Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-07-2025, 10:10 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Hey everyone thank you for the kind words! Life...

Hey everyone thank you for the kind words! Life has been super busy with work and the kids. I called up my radio guy and said I need the radio by the end of June. At first I said "no rush" but I...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 04-18-2025, 03:36 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
The cool thing about Cars and Coffee in Seaside...

The cool thing about Cars and Coffee in Seaside is there is a playground next door so my boys enjoy going with me.
Also a pic of my yardart!
No other updates
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 04-05-2025, 01:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,310
Posted By jbtech
Thanks for posting! Our L78's were born on the...

Thanks for posting! Our L78's were born on the same day 4/27!
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-22-2025, 04:23 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
All gauge readings are now accurate! The super...

All gauge readings are now accurate! The super wide ratio trans is a game changer. I like the starting line ratio yet with the 3.31's I can still cruise to work on the freeway. My morning commute is...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-22-2025, 04:04 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Hey glad my post helped but I just followed...

Hey glad my post helped but I just followed Jason's @SuperNovaSS tip. Looks like Johns tach needle may rest a tad above zero like mine.

Update: I sent the radio guy a spare radio as the Motorola...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-12-2025, 06:07 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Revised wiring diagram using a single 6 pin on...

Revised wiring diagram using a single 6 pin on off on switch. I am happy about this one because it "hides" any evidence of additional 2 step switches/buttons. I wrote this on on a small paper. The...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-11-2025, 05:42 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Here is my draft wiring diagram that will allow...

Here is my draft wiring diagram that will allow me to use the chrome lineloc button in traditional fashion for burnouts.

With the flip of a switch however, I can depress the clutch and hold the...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-10-2025, 01:49 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
To clarify the tach never did rest at zero. The...

To clarify the tach never did rest at zero. The adjustment did not alter the resting position but it did make a huge improvement in the overall accuracy of the tach. Here is a photo of the tach...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-09-2025, 04:22 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Jason's advice and photo from post 270: ...

Jason's advice and photo from post 270:



I used a very small flathead screwdriver and with the power off I ever so slightly turned the what I'm assuming is the potentiometer screw counter...
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 03-08-2025, 10:24 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
Finally got around to adjusting the tach. I...

Finally got around to adjusting the tach. I removed the driver seat, laid on my back with my head/arm behind the dash. With a small screwdriver I adjusted the tach and this is best I could get it....
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 02-26-2025, 05:18 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 452,058
Posted By jbtech
My family and I are enjoying the car, I drive it...

My family and I are enjoying the car, I drive it often. Cars and Coffee, dropping my son (kindergarten) to school, or just going for a cruise. My youngest son (2) likes to hang out in the car at home...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 01-08-2025, 03:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,460
Posted By jbtech
Does anyone recognize this 60's Ohio Drag Racing Trophy?

I'm trying to figure out where this trophy was won. This is a photo of my car from mid '67 to early 68 is my guess. Car was taken to multiple tracks in Ohio. Original owner is from Logan OH, he took...
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