Nev's 68 camaro rebuild

[WILD68]

A stock one:rolleyes:

That is the correct answer!

[67cammy]

That is so cool Nev. Good feeling hey. I took video of the first time out but when its played back on the tv it looks stupid. All squashed up like the car is two feet thinner and two feet higher. Glad you got it sorted :)

[USA-69Z]

Nuthin like the sound of a v8 ! love it:)

[AUSCAMARO]

Nice Nev... I wish mine was at this stage right now!!

[Nev68]

That is so cool Nev. Good feeling hey. I took video of the first time out but when its played back on the tv it looks stupid. All squashed up like the car is two feet thinner and two feet higher. Glad you got it sorted :)

I was disappointed in the reduction in picture quality but I finally got the video up and you can get an idea of the look and sound of our car now.
Just running around having a look at everything this wek to make sure I don't have any leaks and everyhing is tight and I'll see if I can get it booked in to Regency.:(

[RAW454]

Brilliant Nev! Man, it looks so sweet. Another car with perfect stance - especially the rear. And the chrome rocker panel strips (?) set off the side profile/wheels etc brililantly. And of course, sounds mint. CONGRATS!!!

[J.J.]

looks and sounds great

[Nev68]

Brilliant Nev! Man, it looks so sweet. Another car with perfect stance - especially the rear. And the chrome rocker panel strips (?) set off the side profile/wheels etc brililantly. And of course, sounds mint. CONGRATS!!!

looks and sounds great

Thanks boys.
I am glad other Camaro / Muscle car aficionados like the look and sound.

I am happy with the outcome too, I know it will never be really finished but I feel strange not having a big job to complete each week.
I still have interior and diff as relatively major jobs but they will have to wait until next year (unless the diff spits the dummy)

[Nev68]

Decided not to wait, just too impatient and I rather not wait until the 10 bolt spits the dummy
I have ordered a Moser diff
12 bolt
3.73 with Truetrac

http://www.moserengineering.com/Pages/Housings/hous-moser12.html

[18htan]

Decided not to wait, just too impatient and I rather not wait until the 10 bolt spits the dummy
I have ordered a Moser diff
12 bolt
3.73 with Truetrac

http://www.moserengineering.com/Pages/Housings/hous-moser12.html

Ohh

Sounds good mate! Your going to have a great Christmas now!

[USA-69Z]

Nev , who is shipping it for you ?

[Nev68]

Nev , who is shipping it for you ?

Phil

[Nev68]

Ohh

Sounds good mate! Your going to have a great Christmas now!

I hope so.
I sort of justified this to the wife.
1. 10 bolt will definitely die
2.AU$ is strong now
3. 12 bolt and 3.73 gears will be more suitable
4. I am impatient and like new stuff.

Lucky to have an understanding wife:)

[cluxford]

Nev,

My company teaches people how to sell, one example I use in our workshops is that we sell to our spouses everyday. We buy on emotion but justify on value, facts and logic.

Great example of that above....

Merry Xmas and good selling !!!

[Nev68]

Nev,

My company teaches people how to sell, one example I use in our workshops is that we sell to our spouses everyday. We buy on emotion but justify on value, facts and logic.

Great example of that above....

Merry Xmas and good selling !!!

Yep,
Salesman need passion but need to supply facts to help the undecided

[67cammy]

Thanks for the info.
I have never had so many differing opinions on a car issue before.
Everyone is telling me something different.:confused:
I asked the bloke who greets you at the door at Regency Park, "sure fill out the form"
I asked the bloke who I paid the money to, "do you want a 1 day or 3 day permit?"

Nev I can see how you got through even though LHD. I got my second permit last week and she didn't even study the form. Just immediately started putting the details into her computer and asked for my fifty bucks. Took all of two minutes. OK mine is RHD but I can see how they might miss something on the form.

[Nev68]

Nev I can see how you got through even though LHD. I got my second permit last week and she didn't even study the form. Just immediately started putting the details into her computer and asked for my fifty bucks. Took all of two minutes. OK mine is RHD but I can see how they might miss something on the form.

Dave, to an extent we rely on these people having an idea of what they are doing and if you fill in the required forms honestly what else can you do but follow the prcedure and hand over the required amount of money.
Once you part with cash the deal is done (I reckon anyway)

By the way, what's the deal with the number plate, BBBAD 67"?
Is that yours?

[67cammy]

By the way, what's the deal with the number plate, BBBAD 67"?
Is that yours?

Yes. Even though I hate the fees associated with them I went ahead with it. They're on the 4WD at the moment which looks a bit weird but at least I can immediately transfer them over when it's time (early next year).
Took the car for its first real drive on Friday. About 30 Kms. It went really well, even driving the last 20 kms with the hand brake on!! :o

[Nev68]

Yes. Even though I hate the fees associated with them I went ahead with it. They're on the 4WD at the moment which looks a bit weird but at least I can immediately transfer them over when it's time (early next year).
Took the car for its first real drive on Friday. About 30 Kms. It went really well, even driving the last 20 kms with the hand brake on!! :o

Good thing is you have the plate ready to go for the big day.

The other night I put everything back together that I pulled apart over the last 2 weeks.
So now, I am proud to say, I can just go out and fire her up.
If only it was registered
It is P!ssing down here so even if it was registered I doubt I'd take it out (last week 43 degrees, today closer to winter)

Booked her into to Regency for an inspection when I am back.
Hopefully it will be an early Christmas present. (not betting on it though)

[67cammy]

It is P!ssing down here so even if it was registered I doubt I'd take it out (last week 43 degrees, today closer to winter)

Booked her into to Regency for an inspection when I am back.
Hopefully it will be an early Christmas present. (not betting on it though)

Ooh that sounds so cool. It's a satisfying feeling getting to drive these after you started with virtually nothing.
Just drove back from the paint shop and it bucketed down on me! Found out the wipers work ok and no leaks inside the car. Bonus! Definitely back to winter today.

[Nev68]

Ooh that sounds so cool. It's a satisfying feeling getting to drive these after you started with virtually nothing.
Just drove back from the paint shop and it bucketed down on me! Found out the wipers work ok and no leaks inside the car. Bonus! Definitely back to winter today.

I am a little anxious about the visit to Regency.
Could have got it in for inspection next week but I'll be away.
I thought there would hae been a lot of people trying to get cars through before Christmas.

Yep, the weather certainly has turned to crap this weekend.
Glad your wipers work (on the windscreen)
I like the look of wet cars, you know when the water beads. Pity about all the grime and other crap that comes with driving on wet roads.

[Nev68]

Well this is basically it....
This is what I will present to Regency for the inspection.
I think (my humble opinion) it's not a bad representation of an "old skool" 1968 Camaro.
There will always be ongoing work, but I think this is "finished" enough for inspection.
Hopefully all goes well.
I'll let you know.

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/our%20camaro/frontview.jpg

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/our%20camaro/frontqtr2nov09.jpg

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/our%20camaro/EnginebayNov09.jpg

[blackoutsteve]

I love it. Good luck.. ;)

Who are Regency?

[69SS]

Looks awesome Nev, should go straight over!!

[67cammy]

Looks awesome Nev, should go straight over!!

Agreed. Nev it's perfect. They couldn't possibly knock it back. Good luck :)

[18htan]

Fingers crossed Nev...

Have you got it booked in yet?

[Nev68]

Thanks blokes.

I like it and I hope it does "sail" through.
I reckon it's not too far from the car that left the factory so here's hoping...


BTW, (for the benefit of the interstaters), Regency Park is where the inspection station for Department of Transport (can't remember their full title) is and we have to take our cars in Adelaide there for initial roadworthy inspections, get defects off etc.
It is a feared place and seems to make grown men go weak at the knees at the mere mention of the place.
Many people have taken great joy in telling me horror stories of inspections gone wrong.
I'll just have to go down there and check it out myself.

[TUFF68]

BTW, (for the benefit of the interstaters), Regency Park is where the inspection station for Department of Transport (can't remember their full title) is and we have to take our cars in Adelaide there for initial roadworthy inspections, get defects off etc.
It is a feared place and seems to make grown men go weak at the knees at the mere mention of the place.
Many people have taken great joy in telling me horror stories of inspections gone wrong.
I'll just have to go down there and check it out myself.
It can't be that bad Nev, when i bought my car it had recently passed an inspection at Regency, but failed to pass over here in Perth on the 1st attempt and the car was in exactly the same condition for each inspection......go figure :confused:

Don't stress, you'll be fine mate ;)

[Nev68]

It can't be that bad Nev, when i bought my car it had recently passed an inspection at Regency, but failed to pass over here in Perth on the 1st attempt and the car was in exactly the same condition for each inspection......go figure :confused:

Don't stress, you'll be fine mate ;)

Unfortunately (?), it seems to depend on who you get doing the inspection, what day it is, what mood they are in etc etc.
Not sure if it is the same in WA.
I hope I get the nicest boke, on the right day and in the best mood doing the inspection 'cause I am getting more nervous the closer the inspection gets.

I can't even go out and look at the car at the moment if I think of something that might need attention as I am away for work now.
I'll get home just before the inspection so I won't have much time to do anything, so what you see is how it will be inspected.

[dazzad888]

They where really busy when i went recently. i was told it would be going over the pits The girl i had for inpection asked me if it was a four cilinder and how do you tell if its 4.6 or 8 , i then knew i was laughing. She ended up just taking all the relevent numbers and that was it. So dont stress, unless youve done something really dodgy that stands out there usually ok if evey thing looks to be right

[WILD68]

They where really busy when i went recently. i was told it would be going over the pits The girl i had for inpection asked me if it was a four cilinder and how do you tell if its 4.6 or 8 , i then knew i was laughing. She ended up just taking all the relevent numbers and that was it. So dont stress, unless youve done something really dodgy that stands out there usually ok if evey thing looks to be right

A chick doin inspection?? and an unqualified one at that.. could be lucky Nev..

[Nev68]

A chick doin inspection?? and an unqualified one at that.. could be lucky Nev..

I couldn't be that lucky.
I'll get some grumpy bugger with a hangover that loves hybrids and hugging trees.

[AUSCAMARO]

I couldn't be that lucky.
I'll get some grumpy bugger with a hangover that loves hybrids and hugging trees.

Just make sure you remind him how fuel efficient these were back in there day with a 2 barrel on them ;)

[WILD68]

Just make sure you remind him how fuel efficient these were back in there day with a 2 barrel on them ;)

Or tell em you plan to put a 6 in it:p

[cluxford]

Good luck Nev we want to see your first driving pics ul later this week when it sails through

Awesome looking Camaro

[Nev68]

With a bit of luck the weather will still be nice when I get home.
With further luck (?) I'll get through the inspection and be able to take the car out for a spin in the nice weather.

I will be sure to post some video if all goes to plan. (driving)
If all goes bad maybe some vidoe of a burning Camaro ( I could be a bit emotional)

[Nev68]

Well I went to Regency Park today for rego inspection.
Unfortunately I didn't get through.

I need to fix the following;

Seat belts, apprarantly I either get ADR compliant seat belts or take them out altogether (i.e. have no seat belts at all)
Intake and carb. I need to be able to show that Holleys were available on 350's. I have some information showing that Holley's were available but I need to show specifically (without doubt) that the Holley was available on the 350. I took some books with me but they thought the information was not specific enough. Any ideas on any literature showing this? Alternatively I could fit a Rochester and matching inlet manifold. Anyone got carb and inlet manifold?
Wheels, not allowed to have chrome rally wheels, so I need to get some painted rally wheels.
Worn rear suspension bushes (was going to try to wait for the new diff but.....)

[WILD68]

At least its not too much of a list nev..
Thats crap about the wheels, i really dont get it.
Maybe you could just get some vinyl (sticker)and stick on over the chrome for rego.. sounds silly but it may work..
Ive got some painted rallyes but your in SA and im in WA..

[6t8]

•Wheels, not allowed to have chrome rally wheels, so I need to get some painted rally wheels.

W T F !!!
Never heard of that.:confused:

[WILD68]

•Wheels, not allowed to have chrome rally wheels, so I need to get some painted rally wheels.

W T F !!!
Never heard of that.:confused:

LHD in South Oz has to be totally stock.. unbelievable i know..

[Nev68]

At least its not too much of a list nev..
Thats crap about the wheels, i really dont get it.
Maybe you could just get some vinyl (sticker)and stick on over the chrome for rego.. sounds silly but it may work..
Ive got some painted rallyes but your in SA and im in WA..

I think I can get most of the stuff on the list done, won't be this year though.
I am a bit confused about a few things but there is no point in arguing.

I won't muck around with the wheels, I need to change them, it's as simple as that.
There must be some 15 x 7's around somewhere.

[Nev68]

•Wheels, not allowed to have chrome rally wheels, so I need to get some painted rally wheels.

W T F !!!
Never heard of that.:confused:

Don't know if you need 'em in WA but I need 'em in SA.:(

[camaro_1967rs]

Well I went to Regency Park today for rego inspection.
Unfortunately I didn't get through.

I need to fix the following;

Wheels, not allowed to have chrome rally wheels, so I need to get some painted rally wheels.


I got pulled up once on the chrome wheel thing during the 80's, when people were chroming just about everything including suspension components.

The answer I was given at the time was that chrome weakens the metal, maybe once this law was passed they never revised it in SA?

Try painting the weels and then stripping them?

[Nev68]

I got pulled up once on the chrome wheel thing during the 80's, when people were chroming just about everything including suspension components.

The answer I was given at the time was that chrome weakens the metal, maybe once this law was passed they never revised it in SA?

Try painting the weels and then stripping them?

It's more about the "factory original" issue.
Even though the rally's came from the factory, they weren't chrome.

I am not going to muck around with paint etc, I just need to get some painted rally wheels.
The wheels will be easy (?), finding a good Rochester carb and inlet manifold will probably be the biggest pain in the arse for me.

[blackoutsteve]

Seat belts, apprarantly I either get ADR compliant seat belts or take them out altogether (i.e. have no seat belts at all)

That is PURE GOLD!
Laminate it and put that in a frame.
"If they're not ADR belts, through the windsheild with you!"

What a bunch of stupid fxcks. :mad: That's icing on the cake. I can't believe what a pack of morons these arseholes are.

BTW. The only difference with ADR compliant belts is that they pass the UV test for Australian conditions. OE belts would probably pass too as the webbing probably comes from the same supplier or if not, is exactly the same material.

In a protest, I'd take them out altogether if that's what these ****s want. Which is wrong anyway. The car was sold new with laps and shoulder as an option for both front and rear.

[blackoutsteve]

Intake and carb. I need to be able to show that Holleys were available on 350's. I have some information showing that Holley's were available but I need to show specifically (without doubt) that the Holley was available on the 350. I took some books with me but they thought the information was not specific enough. Any ideas on any literature showing this?

Do these wankers know your engine is a 350? Because Z28 302s definitely had Holleys.

"All 1968 Z28s were equipped with an 800cfm dual-feed Holley carburetor." (4150) pg 32 The Definitive 1967-1968 Camaro Fact Book by Jerry MacNeish. isbn 0-9626399-0-7

[camaro_1967rs]

It's more about the "factory original" issue.
Even though the rally's came from the factory, they weren't chrome.

I am not going to muck around with paint etc, I just need to get some painted rally wheels.
The wheels will be easy (?),.

Found these on ebay, they have been up for sale for around 4 months: you might be able to get him to do a deal to end the auction, and use them as is, cant get more original than in their original paint.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/CHEVROLET-CHEV-IMPALA-CAMARO-15X7-RALLY-WHEELS-HOLDEN_W0QQitemZ160385761456QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_ Car_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2557bc80b0

twinturbo572 (http://myworld.ebay.com.au/twinturbo572/) and he is actually located in South Australia

[454 NUTTR]

man l'm staying in vic what a load of bill sh@t

[67cammy]

Geez Nev... what can you say. :( I knew they were bad but I thought for sure you'd get through. Not allowed chrome rallies! It just seems so so stupid. No wonder no one can believe what we have to go through here in SA. What belts did you have in there? To say to take them out completely doesn't sound right either when they originally came with belts. It's just so extreme opposite from going RHD. I just don't get it. Oh well at least you now know what to fix and you'll get through next time.....I still dont believe it :mad:

[S[_]SPECT]

I need to fix the following;

Seat belts, apprarantly I either get ADR compliant seat belts or take them out altogether (i.e. have no seat belts at all)
Intake and carb. I need to be able to show that Holleys were available on 350's.
Wheels, not allowed to have chrome rally wheels, so I need to get some painted rally wheels.


Only in SA...
Keep it ALL original (to the point of rediculous).. OR convert it to RHD and its open slather, do what you want...
And the effort you have to go to in order to prove what you've got, is in fact factory... beyond me...

Good luck for next time Nev..:)

[Nev68]

Do these wankers know your engine is a 350? Because Z28 302s definitely had Holleys.

"All 1968 Z28s were equipped with an 800cfm dual-feed Holley carburetor." (4150) pg 32 The Definitive 1967-1968 Camaro Fact Book by Jerry MacNeish. isbn 0-9626399-0-7

Steve,
Of course that is one Camaro book I don't have and need to buy.
Does this book show the specifics of the Z/28 option?
I believe there were 3 levels with this option.

[cluxford]

Nev, sorry you didn't get through, but I look at things from the upside, the good news now is you don't need to stress / worry about what they might ping you on, now you know.

Agree the belts issues is crazy and the wheels issue is just lunacy

But easy fixes, I would remove the belts for the day and put em back in when passed

Wheels, plenty around, I sold off my 4 and with all the american iron over here there must be some around

On the carb, have you posted on Team Camaro, someone on there should be able to chime in with some definitive info on Holleys.

Anyway the list is small, and you'll get through it quickly, still in time to enjoy summer in the Camaro

[Nev68]

Geez Nev... what can you say. :( I knew they were bad but I thought for sure you'd get through. Not allowed chrome rallies! It just seems so so stupid. No wonder no one can believe what we have to go through here in SA. What belts did you have in there? To say to take them out completely doesn't sound right either when they originally came with belts. It's just so extreme opposite from going RHD. I just don't get it. Oh well at least you now know what to fix and you'll get through next time.....I still dont believe it :mad:

Dave, I am trying to philosophical about it, as you say, at least I know what I need to do.

The seatbelt one really surprised me.

I also need to take the car for an "ID" check before they will let me get rego, I think this is to make sure it's not stolen.
More money on fees.
The ID check is not even in the same building as the rego and inspection, you have to go down the road and around the corner.

[Nev68]

Nev, sorry you didn't get through, but I look at things from the upside, the good news now is you don't need to stress / worry about what they might ping you on, now you know.

Agree the belts issues is crazy and the wheels issue is just lunacy

But easy fixes, I would remove the belts for the day and put em back in when passed

Wheels, plenty around, I sold off my 4 and with all the american iron over here there must be some around

On the carb, have you posted on Team Camaro, someone on there should be able to chime in with some definitive info on Holleys.

Anyway the list is small, and you'll get through it quickly, still in time to enjoy summer in the Camaro

Thanks Chris.
I will check for info about the Holley on Team Camaro.
I could trun my engine into a 302 and then there would be no argument.

I agree that at least I now know what I need to attend for the next inspection.
Unfortunately I don't think I'll get everything done this year, but at least i have a set list to work too and tis should keep me out of trouble for a few weekends. (Once Chistmas is over anyway)

[cluxford]

Nev,

I know this is money you'd rather not spend....but

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/chevrolet-rally-wheels_W0QQitemZ270499727196QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_ Car_Parts_Accessories?hash=item3efb0a475c#ht_500wt _1182

These ones are in Adelaide
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/CHEVROLET-CHEV-IMPALA-CAMARO-15X7-RALLY-WHEELS-HOLDEN_W0QQitemZ160385761456QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_ Car_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2557bc80b0#ht_500wt _1182

[camaro_1967rs]

Nev,

I know this is money you'd rather not spend....but

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/chevrolet-rally-wheels_W0QQitemZ270499727196QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_ Car_Parts_Accessories?hash=item3efb0a475c#ht_500wt _1182

These ones are in Adelaide
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/CHEVROLET-CHEV-IMPALA-CAMARO-15X7-RALLY-WHEELS-HOLDEN_W0QQitemZ160385761456QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_ Car_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2557bc80b0#ht_500wt _1182

We doubled up Chris on this info see below

Paul

[cluxford]

We doubled up Chris on this info see below

Paul

Oops, I should read the previous posts

[chevelle]

As long as you have the original lap seat belts from factory you will pass, you just have to speak to the chief engineerer at Regency. You do however have to remove the ones located on the roof if you have them. Call them at Regency and speak to them.

The holley is a 50/50 thing to pass, ask them when you phone. Also has your inlet manifold got the brand name on it, if so die grind it off and then repaint it.

The thing is, many years ago, S.A. was one of the first states to have this LHD rego, all these LHD requirements were setup by car clubs and sent in as a proposal to the S.A. transport department in which they implemented them.
I agree the laws are out of date and thats why we need a change here.

Nev its also who you get on the day at Regency, but you have to get the chief engineer to come down and look at your car when its there. I lost it once and demanded the inspector to get his boss down to look at my car after inspection and one of the issues was the seat belts in which when he had a look at them and then passed them.

[RSZ28]

You drew the short straw that day Nev. :mad:

Or, maybe you did not offer enough folding for the inspection. With the corrupt practices in SA rego in the news last week, obviously they respond well to some folding stapled to the back of the application.

Or maybe they simply need a donation for the social club. That would probably get under the radar. :eek:

As for chrome wheels, well, probably a little over the top depending on the age of the wheels, but chroming/plating does make steel brittle.

Believe it or not...it can have a major effect on strength of a piece of steel.

It can turn a grade 8 bolt into something weaker than mild steel.

Unless "it" is baked out either in an oven or simply over time. "It" is hydrogen that permeates the metal structure during the plating. Once sealed by the copper/nickel/chrome coating, it cant get out, and it messes up the metal structure. Called "hydrogen embrittlement". Its real.

Never heard of this being an issue with wheels, but maybe it has. Or maybe someone in the rego there just got on a hobby horse after reading something on google one day.

(how do I know this stuff? Well lets just say that when Holden had a plating plant at Woodville, it wasnt just bumper bars and hubcaps that went through... :D )

Some water based silver or black paint may do it for you. :)

PS - Have some 14 x 7 with newish tyres here in Syd that I was going to ebay at some point.

[qik66]

Do you just have to take tha car back to show just that you have fixed the "faults" or another full inspection where another inspector can find things there not happy with? Do you have to pay for the re-inspection?

[Nev68]

As long as you have the original lap seat belts from factory you will pass, you just have to speak to the chief engineerer at Regency. You do however have to remove the ones located on the roof if you have them. Call them at Regency and speak to them.

The holley is a 50/50 thing to pass, ask them when you phone. Also has your inlet manifold got the brand name on it, if so die grind it off and then repaint it.

The thing is, many years ago, S.A. was one of the first states to have this LHD rego, all these LHD requirements were setup by car clubs and sent in as a proposal to the S.A. transport department in which they implemented them.
I agree the laws are out of date and thats why we need a change here.

Nev its also who you get on the day at Regency, but you have to get the chief engineer to come down and look at your car when its there. I lost it once and demanded the inspector to get his boss down to look at my car after inspection and one of the issues was the seat belts in which when he had a look at them passed them.

Thanks.
I am going to review the inspection list again.
I think I will question the logic behind the seatbelts (BTW, I just have the lap belts front and back that I believe were standard issue for the 68 Camaro)

[Nev68]

You drew the short straw that day Nev. :mad:

Or, maybe you did not offer enough folding for the inspection. With the corrupt practices in SA rego in the news last week, obviously they respond well to some folding stapled to the back of the application.

Or maybe they simply need a donation for the social club. That would probably get under the radar. :eek:

As for chrome wheels, well, probably a little over the top depending on the age of the wheels, but chroming/plating does make steel brittle.

Believe it or not...it can have a major effect on strength of a piece of steel.

It can turn a grade 8 bolt into something weaker than mild steel.

Unless "it" is baked out either in an oven or simply over time. "It" is hydrogen that permeates the metal structure during the plating. Once sealed by the copper/nickel/chrome coating, it cant get out, and it messes up the metal structure. Called "hydrogen embrittlement". Its real.

Never heard of this being an issue with wheels, but maybe it has. Or maybe someone in the rego there just got on a hobby horse after reading something on google one day.

(how do I know this stuff? Well lets just say that when Holden had a plating plant at Woodville, it wasnt just bumper bars and hubcaps that went through... :D )

Some water based silver or black paint may do it for you. :)

PS - Have some 14 x 7 with newish tyres here in Syd that I was going to ebay at some point.

Thanks, I know a bit about hydrogen embrittlement and realise that plating can be weakening factor.

I will have to think about what I will do with the wheels but my current feeling is just to replace the chrome wheels with painted wheels with chrome centre caps and trim rings.

Hopefully the wheel change will be cost neutral.

[Nev68]

Do you just have to take tha car back to show just that you have fixed the "faults" or another full inspection where another inspector can find things there not happy with? Do you have to pay for the re-inspection?

I asked the inspector that exact question and her response was that only the "faults" (Pffft) found on the first inspection will be reviewed.
Some of the other people I know have told me different but I can only go by the information supplied to me from the inspection centre.

Yes, I have to pay another inspection fee but the second inspection is cheaper.

[SYC 427]

I asked the inspector that exact question and her response was that only the "faults" (Pffft) found on the first inspection will be reviewed.
Some of the other people I know have told me different but I can only go by the information supplied to me from the inspection centre.

Yes, I have to pay another inspection fee but the second inspection is cheaper.

Nev, are your front belts australian design standard? i bought 2 lap belts $120.00 wiltsire motor trimmers wingfield and fitted these, took out the rear belts completely. thats in a 1967 think 68s are the same for passing. yes they only check what was failed next time

[Nev68]

Nev, are your front belts australian design standard? i bought 2 lap belts $120.00 wiltsire motor trimmers wingfield and fitted these, took out the rear belts completely. thats in a 1967 think 68s are the same for passing. yes they only check what was failed next time

Thanks for confirming that they only check the issues from the first inspection.

Are the belts from Willshires the "Klippan" type?

[SYC 427]

Thanks for confirming that they only check the issues from the first inspection.

Are the belts from Willshires the "Klippan" type?

yes Klippan brand, i got stalks for trans tunnel side 30cm perfect length and the other side is adjustable.

[Nev68]

yes Klippan brand, i got stalks for trans tunnel side 30cm perfect length and the other side is adjustable.

By adjustable do you mean retractable?

[alp003]

The South Australian Government is treating car enthusiasts like criminals while hard core crime (real crime) figures are going through the roof. The hell we go though at Regency is out of touch with the rest of Australia.

I purchased a registered left hand drive Mopar from WA a few years ago and after spending way too much time and money on attempting to get it registered in SA I simply decided to give up and sell the car. WA did not have an issue with original retractable lap belts, mild cam, mags, extractors, upgraded front disk brakes (from original drum), chrome under the bonnet and a not so perfect paint job,,,,,,,,, but here in SA!!!!!!!!

Here is one I bet the interstate drivers are not familiar with. A LHD vehicle can not be registered in SA if it is not painted in an original factory colour option for that year and model.

I know of one person that was turned down at Regency because his LHD Chev was painted in a metallic paint and metallic was not an option on his vehicle during that year. How does metallic paint impact on road worthiness? The Mopar that I had was painted in a Ford Colour (shock-horror), going through Regency Park would of meant not telling the truth and making out that the colour was the same as the one in the Mopar colour chart for that year and model.

Numerous cars turn up at the monthly Zipple cruises with VIC or WA registration, I wonder if they make the trip every month from interstate, or whether they have simply found an easier way to get registration for their vehicles.

Good luck Nev, I hear that the inspectors are in better moods if you get there first thing in the morning.

[qik66]

What you blokes in SA have to go through just blows me away! In Queensland all you have to do is get and LO2 mod plate fitted. This is fitted by an authorised person who has to be an engineer and have done a Queensland transport course. It is a two day course from memory and explains what they want and expect. The check list for the fitting of the plate asks for things like headlights dipping to the left, red tail lights and rear reflectors, rims and tyres that comply and fitting of AS2596 complying seat belts and child restraint points fitted to rear. Once plate fitted go and get a road worthy certificate like any other car and go get it registered. Even easier I have been told if car has been registered interstate before as only need to get roadworthy to transfer to Qld rego also as long as more than 30 years old can stay LHD on full or club rego.

[Nev68]

The South Australian Government is treating car enthusiasts like criminals while hard core crime (real crime) figures are going through the roof. The hell we go though at Regency is out of touch with the rest of Australia.

I purchased a registered left hand drive Mopar from WA a few years ago and after spending way too much time and money on attempting to get it registered in SA I simply decided to give up and sell the car. WA did not have an issue with original retractable lap belts, mild cam, mags, extractors, upgraded front disk brakes (from original drum), chrome under the bonnet and a not so perfect paint job,,,,,,,,, but here in SA!!!!!!!!

Here is one I bet the interstate drivers are not familiar with. A LHD vehicle can not be registered in SA if it is not painted in an original factory colour option for that year and model.

I know of one person that was turned down at Regency because his LHD Chev was painted in a metallic paint and metallic was not an option on his vehicle during that year. How does metallic paint impact on road worthiness? The Mopar that I had was painted in a Ford Colour (shock-horror), going through Regency Park would of meant not telling the truth and making out that the colour was the same as the one in the Mopar colour chart for that year and model.

Numerous cars turn up at the monthly Zipple cruises with VIC or WA registration, I wonder if they make the trip every month from interstate, or whether they have simply found an easier way to get registration for their vehicles.

Good luck Nev, I hear that the inspectors are in better moods if you get there first thing in the morning.

There does seem to be some strange requirements in SA, but what can you do.
I doubt wheter you'd get too far if you make a general nuisance of yourself during the inspection.

I hope I'll get through next time. NOt sure about your morning theory as I was there early.
The mood was OK just too many insectors with little to do(?)

[Nev68]

What you blokes in SA have to go through just blows me away! In Queensland all you have to do is get and LO2 mod plate fitted. This is fitted by an authorised person who has to be an engineer and have done a Queensland transport course. It is a two day course from memory and explains what they want and expect. The check list for the fitting of the plate asks for things like headlights dipping to the left, red tail lights and rear reflectors, rims and tyres that comply and fitting of AS2596 complying seat belts and child restraint points fitted to rear. Once plate fitted go and get a road worthy certificate like any other car and go get it registered. Even easier I have been told if car has been registered interstate before as only need to get roadworthy to transfer to Qld rego also as long as more than 30 years old can stay LHD on full or club rego.

Lucky B@stards:(

[SYC 427]

By adjustable do you mean retractable?

no not retractable, motor traders on grand junction road keep them as well they may have other types, worth a phone call. for the amount of driving the car gets the sash do the job but arnt to muscle car.

[Nev68]

no not retractable, motor traders on grand junction road keep them as well they may have other types, worth a phone call. for the amount of driving the car gets the sash do the job but arnt to muscle car.

I have a couple of weeks off over Christmas so I'll start collecting the required parts.
I assume the belts have a tag on them somewhere to show they comply to the relevant ADR(?)

[SYC 427]

I have a couple of weeks off over Christmas so I'll start collecting the required parts.
I assume the belts have a tag on them somewhere to show they comply to the relevant ADR(?)

Yes have tags and i took the box and receipt just in case but wasnt needed,they must be able to swivel at floor so i used nylon washers each side of belt to bolt location. if coming near my way just give me a call to make sure im home to have a look.

[Nev68]

Yes have tags and i took the box and receipt just in case but wasnt needed,they must be able to swivel at floor so i used nylon washers each side of belt to bolt location. if coming near my way just give me a call to make sure im home to have a look.

Thanks for the confirmation.
I'll get a pair of belts for the front.
I think it would be stupid to roll up with no belts at all.

[MrBlonde]

Best of luck with the second go Nev. I totally agree with Chris, it's the objective you keep your mind on (passing rego in SA). My two cents is to focus on the items they have listed without thinking about the "fairness" or "reasonableness". They have actually made it very easy for you; just fix those items and then get your fantastic Camaro legally registered in SA!

Of course what wheels you swap on, etc that same afternoon ..

[Nev68]

Best of luck with the second go Nev. I totally agree with Chris, it's the objective you keep your mind on (passing rego in SA). My two cents is to focus on the items they have listed without thinking about the "fairness" or "reasonableness". They have actually made it very easy for you; just fix those items and then get your fantastic Camaro legally registered in SA!

Of course what wheels you swap on, etc that same afternoon ..

Thanks Kenny.
I have been chipping away at my list of "issues".
Started replacing the rear suspension bushes today (I'll try to post some photos later)
What a pr!ck of a job!!
When I did the front end it was easy as the panels were off and it was a piece of cake compared to the back end.

[AUSCAMARO]

[QUOTE=Nev68;30042]Started replacing the rear suspension bushes today (I'll try to post some photos later)
What a pr!ck of a job!!
[QUOTE]

If it makes you feel any better, I have to cut my frame connectors off before I can even get to the bracket that holds the rear eye bush in before I can replace my bushes :(

[blackoutsteve]

Mitch, haven't you fitted those others yet?:p

[Nev68]

[QUOTE=Nev68;30042]Started replacing the rear suspension bushes today (I'll try to post some photos later)
What a pr!ck of a job!!
[QUOTE]

If it makes you feel any better, I have to cut my frame connectors off before I can even get to the bracket that holds the rear eye bush in before I can replace my bushes :(

Doesn't make me feel that much better Mitch .... I just feel sorry for you.
Finally knocked this mongrel job over this morning (I'll replace 'em in another 40 years, or maybe by that stage I'll be allowed to fit a DSE kit in the rear end:rolleyes: )
The rear shackles / bushes would be easier with the fuel tank out, but since I am on holidays and feeling lazy there was no way I was taking that tank out
Anyway... that's one more job ticked off the list.

[AUSCAMARO]

Mitch, haven't you fitted those others yet?:p

I haven't touched the car in months Steve. The closest I've been was when Christian came round before Christmas and had a look at the ones I got off of you to see how they mounted. :o

[Nev68]

Here's a few pics of the rear end bush replacement.
I was waiting for my new diff to replace the bushes but the recent Regency inspection has pushed this job up the priority list.
I used "Energy suspension" on the front so I used the same on the rear.

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Energysuspensionbox.jpg

Here are the parts required for replacement of the rear bushes.
http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Bushesetc.jpg

You can see here why I was asked to replace the bushes.
As far as I can tell these are the originals.
Not bad for 40+ years really.

Lower rear bushes
http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Rearlowerbushes.jpg

Upper rear
Getting this bolt out is a little difficult but you can get it out without removing the fuel tank.
Getting the the new bushes in is not much fun due to restricted room
http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Rearupperbushes.jpg

Here's a comparison of old (right) and new (left)
http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/oldvnewrearbushes2.jpg

This job doesn't require too much brain power, more brawn then brain.
Just make sure the car is well supported to keep safe as you have to lean on some of the nuts/bolts to get them to break free.
I soaked the nuts/bolts with WD-40 each night for a week before starting this job and some bolts still required a long bar to free the nut.

If I don't have to do this job for another 40 years I'll be happy.

[Nev68]

Finally, after blood, sweat, swearing and the occasional tear the Camaro has passed inspection and has rego.....phew!
This last year I have struggled to find time to work on the old girl but having come so far there was no way I was turning back
Thanks to everyone for your advice and encouragement.

The car isn't finished yet, but will it ever be?
But at least I can drive it when I want.

[67cammy]

4754
That's excellent news Nev. No I think they are never finished. Always something to spend your hard earned on. I'll have to pull my finger out I think. Bet I know what you're doing this weekend :)
That was supposed to be a video above. Was it plain sailing this time to get through?

[Nev68]

4754
That's excellent news Nev. No I think they are never finished. Always something to spend your hard earned on. I'll have to pull my finger out I think. Bet I know what you're doing this weekend :)

Thanks Dave.
Might need someone else to drive it as I've hurt my back a little (only hurts when I breath)
Hopefully I'll get a few miles in while the weather is decent.
I forgot to thank the cheery people at Regency Park

[69SS]

Fantastic news Nev, good job mate. You must have some serious patience to put up with all the grief they gave you down at Regency!! Hopefully I will have the same news soon :)

[Nev68]

Fantastic news Nev, good job mate. You must have some serious patience to put up with all the grief they gave you down at Regency!! Hopefully I will have the same news soon :)

Thanks.
I wouldn't say I was patient but I was pretty anxious on the 2nd inspection even though I knew that I'd sorted every issue noted in the 1st inspection.
Just glad to get rego.

When will yours be up and going?

[WILD68]

Nice one Nev, suppose we will see some cruisin pics when ya back is better

[69SS]

Thanks.
I wouldn't say I was patient but I was pretty anxious on the 2nd inspection even though I knew that I'd sorted every issue noted in the 1st inspection.
Just glad to get rego.

When will yours be up and going?

If all goes to plan in around two weeks, but nothing ever seems to go to plan so don't hold your breath :rolleyes: . Hope the back gets better soon mate, know that feeling oh to well :eek:

[RAW454]

WOO HOO!! Congrats mate!! Finally, eh... Enjoy!

[cluxford]

Nev, that is awesome news, you must be ecstatic. Have you taken her for a long cruise yet or is that the plan for the weekend ?

[chevguy]

Congrats mate,well done... seems like more and more people are getting their cars on the road, your all ruining the motif on here :D

[Nev68]

Congrats mate,well done... seems like more and more people are getting their cars on the road, your all ruining the motif on here :D

Nice one Nev, suppose we will see some cruisin pics when ya back is better

WOO HOO!! Congrats mate!! Finally, eh... Enjoy!

Nev, that is awesome news, you must be ecstatic. Have you taken her for a long cruise yet or is that the plan for the weekend ?

Thanks blokes, most of you have contributed in one way or another in helping me get the car on the road through advice or encouragement.
Not much cruising this weekend but I think it will be on the following weekend. (sad isn't it)
I'll try to get some pics up.

[blackoutsteve]

Well done Nev.. Finally those mugs passed your car.:D

[Nev68]

Well done Nev.. Finally those mugs passed your car.:D

yep ....finally.
I didn't think there was much wong on the first inspection, I obviously had no idea:rolleyes:
Only took me 1,500 posts too.:D

[Nev68]

Finally got the old girl out today for the first real drive.
Happy days:)

[USA-69Z]

did you take the car out as well? :p

[Nev68]

did you take the car out as well? :p

Yeah.... and the car:rolleyes:

[Nev68]

After a long wait I finally got the new Moser 12 bolt.

The instructions are......well, basic. (very basic)

Anyone got any tips on installation?

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Moser2.jpg

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Moser1.jpg

[1968SS]

After a long wait I finally got the new Moser 12 bolt.

The instructions are......well, basic. (very basic)

Anyone got any tips on installation?

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Moser2.jpg

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/Moser1.jpg

Diff is looking good Nev, when is it going in?

[67cammy]

Glad to see it finally arrived Nev. Those Mosers look too nice to hide. :)

[chevguy]

[QUOTE=Nev68;44455]After a long wait I finally got the new Moser 12 bolt.

The instructions are......well, basic. (very basic)

Anyone got any tips on installation?

Yoke goes to the front:D:D, Nice looking piece of gear bud. pretty straight forward and i`m sure you won`t have any problems.

[blackoutsteve]

[QUOTE=Nev68;44455]
Yoke goes to the front:D:D

Good to know I'm not the only smartarse here! I was about to say the same thing. :p

[Nev68]

[QUOTE=Nev68;44455]After a long wait I finally got the new Moser 12 bolt.

The instructions are......well, basic. (very basic)

Anyone got any tips on installation?

Yoke goes to the front:D:D, Nice looking piece of gear bud. pretty straight forward and i`m sure you won`t have any problems.

Forgot to mention I have a unique front wheel drive 68 Camaro:rolleyes:

I am champion at r@@ting jobs up, especially on the first go.
So as I said, any tips on axles seals, fitting axles, filling etc will be appreciated.

[*rayman*]

Did you order it as a kit? Don't most of these Moser diffs come assembled ready to bolt in?

Who'd you order it through?

[67cammy]

Thanks Mitch.
Muffler are Stainless Megaflow

The pipes come out like this

http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n387/nev68/newxhaust4.jpg

Nev

Hey Nev, Did you go through Regency with these mufflers? Any Idea of what the db reading was. Mines going through for the second time (when?) with restrictors in there to get it passed but I want to change it later on so it is legal. Take pics on the Zipple Cruise tonight wont you.

[67SS502]

[QUOTE=chevguy;44486]

Forgot to mention I have a unique front wheel drive 68 Camaro:rolleyes:

I am champion at r@@ting jobs up, especially on the first go.
So as I said, any tips on axles seals, fitting axles, filling etc will be appreciated.

i have few tips as i did one, leave the leaf springs and move it up with a jack. the other tip would be if you are using your original drum brakes from your 10 bolt or 12 bolt setup. Take the backing plate out and die grind a nice and even hole for the pressed wheel bearings to fit through. anything else you need to just pm me.

you will love the new Moser 12 bolt, one of the best mods i have done to my car

[maxharvard]

Pretty rear-end :)

[camaro_1967rs]

After a long wait I finally got the new Moser 12 bolt.

The instructions are......well, basic. (very basic)

Anyone got any tips on installation?



Nev I have contacted Moser on a couple of occasions and they have been courteous on each occasion once they have proof you have purchased their product. Send them an email with more questions and their recommendations I think you might be surprised. They have one guy that is relatively slow but when you get a reply its good.

[Nev68]

All done now ( a long time ago) :)

[camaro_1967rs]

Pretty rear-end :)

Hey Max I think others have been admiring his rear end also, so you will have to get in a que :rolleyes:;)

---------- Post added at 09:15 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:13 PM ----------

All done now ( a long time ago) :)
Nev when you have done with this political rubbish what are you going to do to the car?

Do people in SA then turn them into the muscle cars they want?

p.s. these laws are all coming to VIC soon and tougher.

[Nev68]

Hey Max I think others have been admiring his rear end also, so you will have to get in a que :rolleyes:;)

---------- Post added at 09:15 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:13 PM ----------


Nev when you have done with this political rubbish what are you going to do to the car?

Do people in SA then turn them into the muscle cars they want?

p.s. these laws are all coming to VIC soon and tougher.

Not worth making any changes to when it was inspected.
I don't want to go through all that crap again.
So car remains as it was when inspected.

Wish we just had the freedom to change wheels etc.

[RSZ28]

After a long wait I finally got the new Moser 12 bolt.



Did you import yourself Nev or buy locally. V nice :).

[Nev68]

Did you import yourself Nev or buy locally. V nice :).

imported

[camaro_1967rs]

Nev I really wanted to go that way as well with the 12 bolt it looks fantastic. When i was building the rear end, or better still blew up the 10 bolt I could find no one here that could build a tough 12 bolt without taking out a mortgage on the home.

Nev how much did the setup cost if you dont mind, and how much was the freight, I might be still interested. Even still If not possible have a cover made up that if dress up only to go on the rear so that it looks like a 12 bolt.