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Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-31-2022, 09:11 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 5,440
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Any other cars besides your third gen?

Thank you! My favorite color by far. My ZR2 is pretty close to Nassau, just slightly less flop and more blue/less green hued on the Z. I wasnt excited about the grey on the V, but it was what was...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-31-2022, 09:08 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 5,440
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Any other cars besides your third gen?

We had a 95 T/A vert and the cowl shake on it was so bad. We also later had a 2001 WS6 t-top and it was significantly more solid. T-tops for the win!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
01-30-2022, 08:11 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 5,440
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Any other cars besides your third gen?

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/20211018_185026_699a4a7bfdd8e0d54e3e3922eddb79cd5d44c9fc.jpg
My DD, 2021 Colorado ZR2 with the 3.6L. ...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-02-2021, 06:24 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,972
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Third gen owners other cars pics

2021 Colorado ZR2:
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thirdgen.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/20210123_170217_bb37212a5bb907ffb28855e642d729284db7a8df.jpg...
Forum: NW Indiana and South Chicago Suburb
05-09-2021, 09:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,695
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Holy mother of GMC Typhoons, never have I seen so many.

Oh man...oh, man...I wanted one so bad in H.S.
I love the idea of a performance SUV personally.
these were actually ahead of their time as that is a relatively recent craze (Porsche Cayanne, Alfa...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-09-2021, 08:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,247
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Finally got a lift!

Nice! We have a bay of our new pole barn reserved for one of these in our future. Loving those third gens, too.
Forum: History / Originality
04-27-2021, 06:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 479
Posted By CruzinQueen

New Owner: 83 Camaro Z28 H.O. 5 speed

We just picked up this gorgeous low mileage 83 Z28 H.O. 5 speed! Under 75k miles, we are the third owner. Plenty of new parts, paint, interior. I am in love.
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Forum: Members Camaros
04-27-2021, 06:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 705
Posted By CruzinQueen

New Owner: 83 Camaro Z28 H.O. 5 speed

We just picked up this gorgeous low mileage 83 Z28 H.O. 5 speed! Under 75k miles, we are the third owner. Plenty of new parts, paint, interior. I am in love.
...
Forum: Mid-West Region
12-24-2020, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 541
Posted By CruzinQueen

Back after 3 years of Non-Gen 3 Ownership

Hi, Everyone!
In 2017 life got away from me with work, a 4 year old son, a long commute, etc. And I sold my 91 RS. I'm sure many of you have been here and had to make a difficult decision to sell a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
08-31-2014, 08:26 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,965
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: How many of you Daily Drive Your Thirdgen?

Mine is a summer DD. 156k and still going strong. Although my husband just bought me a nice low mileage 350 TBI to build up. We will probably be taking her off the road after next summer for some...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-06-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 26,832
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Dipped camaro

You know what, I like it. I wouldn't do it to a car with a pristine paint job, but if you are trying to hide an old, ratted out paint job then I say have fun with it! After all, it CAN be peeled off...
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
04-06-2013, 01:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,400
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 81-89/ 90-92 interior parts (multiple parts cars)

Hi! Do you happen to have the front seatbelt receivers in gray? (the hard-plastic pieces covering the belt that go between the seats and the center console). Mine are all cracked.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-05-2013, 05:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,202
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: My First Paint Job (Artic White)

I love the white! Nice job. I think some clear corners and bumper lights would look great as well. Enjoy!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-05-2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,611
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: New Custom Emblems Sneak-Peak.

Love it! The Punisher one is sweet and I love the reflective effect. Nice job!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-05-2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,692
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: My quick, I hate having nice paint rant

I've had the same experience over and over in my life. I've been dragging my pregnant butt from the "back 40" of the parking lot all winter in an attempt to avoid any marks on my DD 2010 CTS. I had...
Forum: History / Originality
03-30-2013, 04:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,405
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 1983 Trans Am Resto (Pic heavy)

Looks awesome! I definitely can't wait to see it done! It's been a very comprehensive rebuild. Now, if your lazy wife would hurry up and have that baby and get some more wet sanding done. ;-)
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-09-2011, 05:45 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 51,841
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: post your teal camaro's!!!

Thank you! Lots of hours of labor and love. She's still not finished...I have new parking lights, glass T-tops to replace my plastics ones, and new door seals going on in the spring and I am debating...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-08-2011, 05:20 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 51,841
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: post your teal camaro's!!!

Here's mine now that it is done. If you scroll up a few posts you can see what I started with.

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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
06-05-2011, 06:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,955
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: pitman arm removal ideas?

Maybe heat it up with a torch? PB Blaster always seems to do the job, but when they are really stuck, a little heat usually works.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
06-05-2011, 06:19 AM
Replies: 311
Views: 45,475
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: How many current or ex-ricers on here? dont lie!

My husband works for GM and it has provided us with a good living, so I will not buy foreign. The closest thing I have ever owned to foreign was a 1990 Geo Storm (fun little car- too bad they rot...
Forum: Body
06-04-2011, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Hard to believe

It's hard to believe that it's the same car, right? She looks amazing! You're also right about the Maaco paint jobs. I had mine painted back in April for $900 and I think it looks great! I didn't pay...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-25-2011, 05:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 874
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Favorite non domestic vehicle

Ferrari F430 Spider in blue with tan leather and red caliper paint, please.

I would also like a Porsche Cayman S in blue turquoise and black leather.

Of the cars I can actually afford, an...
Forum: History / Originality
05-24-2011, 08:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,722
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: McDonald's Edition Camaro

Yeah...those look like Pontiac wheels. It just looks odd.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-24-2011, 05:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,035
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Polished up my rims

Lookin' good! I did the same thing not too long ago. It's a lot of work but well worth the effort.
Forum: Body
05-21-2011, 06:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,409
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Wavy paint on doors

Wet sanding will make the orange peel and imperfections a lot less noticable, thus reducing the appearance of waves. It is worth it, IMHO. A wavy wet-sanded car will look 10x's better than a wavy...
Forum: Body
05-20-2011, 05:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,409
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Wavy paint on doors

I think that unless you are willing to spend countless hours blocking these cars and skim-coating them with filler, you are going to have waves. These cars have massive doors with huge, featureless...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-20-2011, 05:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,518
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Painting T-top Trim

I used a product called Black Satin. You used to be able to buy it at the parts store. It's in a white can with black lettering and has a photo of a red Fiero on the front.
Forum: Body
05-18-2011, 04:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 872
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: *&^#@$^! I can't believe this happened to me!

That sucks man. At least it didn't crinkle the quarter. That would have been very bad. I definitely think the Camaro handled the indignity well.
Forum: Interior
05-13-2011, 06:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,753
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Custom cup holders w/LEDs

Yep, me too!
Forum: Interior
05-13-2011, 06:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,753
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Custom cup holders w/LEDs

That looks awesome! I really wish someone actually made these- I'd probably just go with stock black and no lights, though in keeping with the more original theme of my car.
Forum: Body
05-11-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,082
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: How many hood blister designs??

Louvers:

392736
Forum: History / Originality
05-10-2011, 06:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 548
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 1988 RS V6

I bought my 91 RS with a 305 T.B.I. non-running for $1000. However, I knew the lady that owned it and had my suspicions on what was really wrong with it. I knew it wasn't anything serious and lucked...
Forum: Body
05-06-2011, 02:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,325
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Found a $500 90 Camaro RS on Craigslist, need body work

That's a 305 throttle body injected V8. Poor car. Looks beat. Salvagable, though.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-06-2011, 02:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,076
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Found some Thirdgen Camaro Toys/Models at antique store

You don't happen to want to sell that, do you? I think my husband would LOVE to have that!!!
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-04-2011, 08:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,352
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 1991 RS Restore

Looks great- Love that color!
Forum: Members Camaros
04-29-2011, 07:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,084
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: My 1989 Camaro RS

Nice find! That car looks clean! I think white would be killer with those wheels polished! I love my little 305 T.B.I. She isn't the fastest, but with the right exhaust combo these cars sound killer!...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
04-28-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,099
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 1992 Camaro RS t-top

It certainly looks a lot better. Nice job on the detailing. I wish you good luck with selling it!
Forum: Interior
04-28-2011, 05:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,360
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: fold-down armrest in rear seat?

My 98 Saturn coupe had a center fixed console between the rear seats that might work. It was small and had two cup holders in it as well as a tray. It also had cutouts for the seatbelts, so it is...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-27-2011, 06:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,403
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Best Car washing products??

I've posted this before, but check out Optimum No Rinse. It's available at Autogeek.com. You can also search the forum for a product review I wrote.
Forum: Body
04-22-2011, 06:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 618
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: t- tops

I left the seals on my car when we painted it and it turned out fine. Are you keeping the factory color? If so there shouldn't be any issues. I'd reconsider if you are color changing just because...
Forum: Camaros for Sale
04-22-2011, 12:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,099
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 1992 Camaro RS t-top

:iagree:You really need to take the time to detail that car if you expect to get anything close to the asking price. It doesn't matter how much money and new parts you say you have put into it, if it...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-21-2011, 10:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,584
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 91-92 Camaro Wheel Strip FAIL need help/ideas!!!

If you want to polish them, the most economical way is to buy some sand paper- you will need 220 and 320 dry and then 400, 800, 1000, 1500, and 2000 wet. Start working your way up with 220 and 320...
Forum: Body
04-21-2011, 07:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,987
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Will a 4th gen nose emblem fit on a 3rd gen Camaro?

It's going to look sweet. And you are right about the more pointy leading edge that could pose a problem. I also really like the center console idea for the old emblem. Or, you could sell your old...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
04-21-2011, 07:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,204
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: new wheels

Bling, bling!!! Those are awesome! Very muscle-car-ish! Looks great!
Forum: Body
04-21-2011, 05:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 712
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Dents and chipped bumper

I believe that the price is too high with that many miles and that kind of damage. For $4,000, I would expect lower miles at least if not a fairly straight body. Also, the chips above the exhaust are...
Forum: Body
04-20-2011, 02:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,470
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Getting ready for paint- 91 RS Project- *UPDATES INSIDE*

Ha Ha....it figures!

Got her done and it has pretty much been raining, sleeting, hailing, or snowing every day since! She has been confined to the barn for safekeeping for a week now. Hopefully...
Forum: Members Camaros
04-20-2011, 02:04 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,256
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: bringing 91 from the dead

She is coming along very nicely! I'm sure that "Clutch" has been a great help. What kind of pup is he? He is absolutely gorgeous.
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
04-19-2011, 07:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,539
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Parting 91 z28 in TN

I need a black shifter plate bezel for my 91 RS automatic with no cracks and a good gear indicator? Price shipped to 48813 would be appreciated. Thank you.
Forum: Wheels and Tires
04-19-2011, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,584
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: 91-92 Camaro Wheel Strip FAIL need help/ideas!!!

IF the aircraft stripper is not removing the original paint you may find yourself with LOTS of sanding to do! The bare aluminum spokes look like they are well on their way to being able to polish,...
Forum: Body
04-19-2011, 06:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 609
Posted By CruzinQueen

Re: Mint condition bumper, but the wrong color

As long as it's cured you should not have any problem (and I am assuming it is perhaps the original paint?). Anyways, just scuff it with 400 grit wet to knock down what clear coat and any chips are...
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