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Old 08-01-2012, 12:32 PM
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Hello. Out of high school I bought a 71 Chevelle and began the process of fixing it up. I kept it all stock, 350 SB, 350 Trans, and some grandma rear. Redid the interior and exterior paint. Have lots of fun with it until it was time to get married at which time I sold it. It's been almost 20 years now and I have been itching to get back into the hobby. I've been keeping my eyes open for the last few years and fell upon a beautiful 71 SS Chevelle. Although it's not a real SS, I am fine with that since my budget couldn't afford the real deal. The cars been in many shows from what the owner's told me and pics to prove it. Drive train is actually a bit more radical than I wanted. It's got a 400 bored to a 406, Demon carb (I think I'll down size it), and big cam. The sound it makes its music to my ears.

I find myself a bit overwhelled however getting back into the game. Although I did most the work on my Chevelle back in the day, I've got much to re-learn. Hopefully using this site as a resource will be a huge help. My first goal is to get the vacuum and brakes issue in order so I can feel more comfortable driving it.

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Old 08-01-2012, 12:46 PM
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looks good man and welcome
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Old 08-01-2012, 02:44 PM
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Welcome to the site and that's a really nice looking 71 you have there
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Old 08-01-2012, 11:12 PM
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Great looking 71 Chevelle, and welcome

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Old 08-02-2012, 08:06 AM
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Thank you for the warm welcome. I am looking forward to using this forum.
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Old 08-05-2012, 07:13 PM
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John it looks like you have a sweet car. I like the yellow. I look forward to seeing you on the board. So where are you from ?
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Old 08-06-2012, 08:00 AM
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Thank you! I am from Maryland. Gaithersburg area.
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Old 08-06-2012, 05:43 PM
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Welcome John, you found a sweet Chevelle to get back into the hobby with.
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Old 08-07-2012, 07:30 AM
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Thank Hank. This is a great forum by the way.
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Old 08-07-2012, 08:47 PM
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Thank you! I am from Maryland. Gaithersburg area.
So do you belong to any clubs in Maryland ? Always looking to see where there are Chevelle clubs.
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