Go Back   The Supercar Registry > Search Forums


Showing results 1 to 23 of 23
Search took 0.00 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: 396 SS/RS
Forum: Lounge Today, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 493
Posted By 396 SS/RS
When I built my shop I included a office area and...

When I built my shop I included a office area and installed a mini-split as it get miserably hot here in west-central TX and it works great. So... 2 years ago I put a 5 ton in my 2k sq. ft. shop for...
Forum: Pit Area - Racing Yesterday, 01:59 PM
Replies: 596
Views: 312,206
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Although not a drag hauler, my family was into...

Although not a drag hauler, my family was into circle track racing and this is an old family photo.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion Yesterday, 01:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,302
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Impressive website. And yes, the exterior of the...

Impressive website. And yes, the exterior of the building definitely doesn't match the interior pictures.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-26-2024, 12:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,302
Posted By 396 SS/RS
That is a shame. Failure to perform due diligence...

That is a shame. Failure to perform due diligence can be an expensive mistake. I searched it and found this statement from a permanently closed Swede Rides Customs & Classics...

DO NOT do business...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-23-2024, 06:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,934
Posted By 396 SS/RS
I think it takes 3.5 lbs. from full evacuation. I...

I think it takes 3.5 lbs. from full evacuation. I have a 20lb. cylinder. From the time I sold my '68 an older gentlemen in 2001 and bought it back from him several years ago he had converted it to...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-02-2024, 02:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,055
Posted By 396 SS/RS
My '68 BB came with them.

My '68 BB came with them.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-02-2024, 02:33 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 19,489
Posted By 396 SS/RS
I had a friend years ago that bought one years...

I had a friend years ago that bought one years ago in NC. He kept it up until maybe 20 years ago. It was a 4speed car with white interior and that same exterior color combination. I loved it.
Forum: Member's Rides 03-18-2024, 02:56 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 92,995
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Fantastic car; and story. I need to do a small...

Fantastic car; and story.
I need to do a small write up of how I acquired, sold, and reacquired my '68 396 SS/RS someday.
Forum: Comments, Suggestions, Problems 03-18-2024, 02:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,033
Posted By 396 SS/RS
FWIW, it's loading fast for me.

FWIW, it's loading fast for me.
Forum: Lounge 03-18-2024, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,731
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Good trade. However, the brother-in-law got the...

Good trade. However, the brother-in-law got the short end of the stick for near nothing, unless he knew or expected you to flip them for a profit.
Forum: Preservation forum 03-17-2024, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,917
Posted By 396 SS/RS
I would suggest the 303 myself.

I would suggest the 303 myself.
Forum: Preservation forum 03-17-2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,326
Posted By 396 SS/RS
I'm not sure if the vinegar would cause some slow...

I'm not sure if the vinegar would cause some slow drying out of the fabric and threads. I would consider a light coating of something like Aerospace 303 Protectant Spray to help keep it soft.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 03-17-2024, 02:36 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 19,489
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Thanks, being that I knew the original owner (I...

Thanks, being that I knew the original owner (I kept in contact with him for 3 years before he decided to sell it to me), have the POP, and know the dealership it was purchased from I just don't see...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 03-16-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 19,489
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Great looking cars! I am the 2nd owner of a...

Great looking cars!
I am the 2nd owner of a mostly original loaded '68 396 SS/RS that I first purchased in '86 and is an 09C car.
It was purchased on 11/14/67 from Charles Smith Chevrolet in...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 03-16-2024, 03:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,550
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Those are cool. I'd hang them even if they...

Those are cool. I'd hang them even if they weren't the real deal!
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 03-15-2024, 10:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,694
Posted By 396 SS/RS
In '08 before moving to Texas from NC I was in...

In '08 before moving to Texas from NC I was in Dallas on business the week of the playoffs. Hertz had only 2 cars available for rent. Shelby GT-H promotional cars. Since Hertz was the company's...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 03-15-2024, 09:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 26,535
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Agree 100%. IMO, as long as the main body...

Agree 100%. IMO, as long as the main body structure is original it's still a ZL1.
Forum: Member's Rides 02-03-2024, 03:24 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 49,320
Posted By 396 SS/RS
I will take some time and do a write up about it....

I will take some time and do a write up about it. There is a unique story of how he happened on it and acquired it and how I happened upon it and acquired it, both times.
Forum: Member's Rides 02-02-2024, 03:01 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 92,995
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Great looking car! Condolences to 169indy.

Great looking car! Condolences to 169indy.
Forum: Chevrolet 02-02-2024, 02:49 AM
Replies: 1,434
Views: 679,043
Posted By 396 SS/RS
I love looking at these old photo's. Who would...

I love looking at these old photo's. Who would have ever guessed the value increase of a $3k car when new.
Forum: Preservation forum 02-02-2024, 02:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,326
Posted By 396 SS/RS
Have you thought about a steamer and gentle...

Have you thought about a steamer and gentle rubbing with micro-fiber. taking care around the seams.
Forum: Member's Rides 02-02-2024, 02:24 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 49,320
Posted By 396 SS/RS
This is an older thread but IMO, worthy of...

This is an older thread but IMO, worthy of reviving.

That is one awesome story! Thanks for taking the time to write it up and share it.

I bought my '68 from the original owner that was 76 years...
Forum: Misc. Dealers 02-06-2023, 02:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,326
Posted By 396 SS/RS
My '68 loaded 396 SS/RS was purchased from...

My '68 loaded 396 SS/RS was purchased from Charles Smith Chevrolet November of '67. I grew up in Charlotte and there was a Karry Smith Chevrolet that I bought a '85 Z from and always wondered if they...
Showing results 1 to 23 of 23

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT. The time now is 09:57 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.

O Garage vBulletin Plugins by Drive Thru Online, Inc.