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Forum: History / Originality
11-13-2023, 08:12 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 19,993
Posted By Willie

Re: Looking for 1987 Convertibles with VIN 3

Scott,
I lost your number when I dropped my phone in the doggie water bowl last year (I think). I did not realize until a few days ago I no longer had your number. Text me first and I'll call you!!!...
Forum: History / Originality
11-13-2023, 01:16 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 19,993
Posted By Willie

Re: Looking for 1987 Convertibles with VIN 3

Almost 30 years later, I still have mine. A Z28 (no IROC-Z option) with an LB9 / 5-speed. All original including cloth top, with one respray (no body work) in the 90s. Engine has never been out. Took...
Forum: Convertibles
07-25-2016, 10:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,038
Posted By Willie

Re: Spoiler door extension

I'm only going to refer to VIN 3 cars. Spoiler door extensions were for the 1987 model year only, BUT ASC still had some stock left after the model year run, so they used them for 1988 convertibles...
Forum: History / Originality
07-24-2016, 02:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,411
Posted By Willie

Pure Beauty

Two cars that will never been seen together again, brought to you by Scott Moyer, current moderator of this forum and myself, the original moderator. These pics were shot in Tucson, Arizona where I...
Forum: Convertibles
06-05-2016, 02:11 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 17,136
Posted By Willie

Re: SPECIAL EDITION CONVERTIBLES ASC ONLY PLEASE

I do log in once in a blue moon but not often. Please do NOT PM me. I cannot keep up.

I do have some information and I also have spoken with a former '80's ASC employee but that was a very long...
Forum: Convertibles
06-05-2016, 02:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,273
Posted By Willie

Re: Third brake light on the 86/87 Camaro

1986 Ford Country Squire Station Wagon.
Forum: History / Originality
09-30-2015, 10:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,522
Posted By Willie

Re: Barrett Jackson sells 2 Z28 Camaro's

OMG, their ad is full of inaccuracies! It reads >>

Details
VIN 1G1FP31H5HN162466
Exterior Color METALLIC BLUE
Interior Color GRAY
Cylinders 8
Engine Size 5.0L
Transmission 4-SPEED...
Forum: History / Originality
09-30-2015, 05:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,522
Posted By Willie

Re: Barrett Jackson sells 2 Z28 Camaro's

Yes, kind of. I sold it to Tim's former father-in-law. He owned it for eight years, give or take. Soon after Tim divorced, his father-in-law sold it to his insurance agent. I believe it sold for...
Forum: History / Originality
09-26-2015, 07:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,522
Posted By Willie

Re: Barrett Jackson sells 2 Z28 Camaro's

I used to own the blue '87 convertible. It is the only blue '87 convertible known to exist today. I put possibly the last set of GM striping in blue available back in 1996. I cut out the "20th...
Forum: History / Originality
08-03-2015, 10:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,794
Posted By Willie

1987 Camaro Convertible Mystery

I've been sitting on this pic for years, forgot about it, and just re-found it. I hate to brag but as much as I know about 1987 Camaro convertibles, I've owned three, I do not know if this rear...
Forum: History / Originality
07-31-2015, 03:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By Willie

Re: Determining "agreed value" when the car is....

I just got an e-mail from Grundy saying they will insure my car for only $13k. I'm not exactly sure what happened. I contacted Hagerty and applied. They told me they will insure it for only $14k,...
Forum: History / Originality
07-30-2015, 10:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By Willie

Re: Determining "agreed value" when the car is....

Grundy it is Scott. That's who I had it insured with many years ago. They still had my personal information.

I'd like to know more about the "fourth" LB9/5-speed Z28 that I don't have any info...
Forum: History / Originality
07-30-2015, 09:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By Willie

Re: Determning "agreed value" when the car is....

Thanks all for your insights. It made me think really hard. The problem is that is has a ton of sentimental value, which totally clouds the issue.

I bought the car in March 1994 from the...
Forum: History / Originality
07-27-2015, 04:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,682
Posted By Willie

Determining "agreed value" when the car is....

one of two (possibly three) in existence today. For insurance purposes. The car is basically irreplaceable, so how do I determine how much to insure it for? For those who don't know me, I was the...
Forum: Convertibles
10-29-2013, 11:50 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 30,125
Posted By Willie

Re: Whos got the best vert.

For the "younger" guys....
Forum: History / Originality
10-02-2013, 09:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,788
Posted By Willie

Re: 1985 IROC/Z28 160 mph speedometer

I know the answer to the original question.
Forum: History / Originality
09-04-2013, 09:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,226
Posted By Willie

Re: The question of the pedal pads.

I read somewhere, probably about ten years ago, that the lined pads were a one year only design, 1987. My 1987 Z28 convertible has lined pads.
Forum: Convertibles
08-31-2013, 02:45 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 30,125
Posted By Willie

Re: 1987 IROC-Z Convertible Black/Saddle

I have a 1987 IROC-Z fully-restored 87...its a 20th Anniversary car...updated to 87 305 TPI rebuilt at 0.20, auto...frame ties, limited slip & rear disc added....I was told it was built in the plant,...
Forum: Convertibles
08-06-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,826
Posted By Willie

Re: Sad Sight - 87 Z28 (non-IROC) Convertible In Boneyard

Posting for the first time in over five years (at least). Scott, are you out there? Most of you newcomers don't know me but I used to moderate both the Convertible and History forums here. I KNOW...
Forum: South West Region
06-05-2010, 11:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 683
Posted By Willie

Re: FS; 18" Chrome Iroc Wheels/Tires

Where you at?

Will these fit a third gen?
Forum: History / Originality
01-23-2010, 01:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,738
Posted By Willie

Re: 1987 CAMARO SPECIAL EDITION #267

No words were necessary. You guys covered it well.

Holy cow. I better watch my post count. I've already exceeded in one month my count for the last two years! Laters....

Willie
Forum: History / Originality
01-22-2010, 09:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,738
Posted By Willie

Re: 1987 CAMARO SPECIAL EDITION #267

:yup: :D
Forum: South West Region
11-14-2009, 10:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,117
Posted By Willie

Re: wow......my screen name still works!! one of the "old" skewl guys here

I'm still around BUT not much. Although I still own my '87 Z28 convertible (16 years now), check my signature for my daily driver.
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-08-2009, 09:16 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,887
Posted By Willie

Re: 09 Cobra vs 92 z28(third gen wins)

Jason,

All 2007 and newer GT500s are 5.4L (330 CID), 4-valves per cylinder, supercharged and intercooled. Stock, they make 9-psig and factory rated at 500 hp / 480 ft-lbs torque.

Willie
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
07-08-2009, 08:50 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,887
Posted By Willie

Re: 09 Cobra vs 92 z28(third gen wins)

Something doesn't sound right with the owner of the '09. These cars are not called Cobras. The last "Cobra" was made in 2004. These are Shelbys, so to have an owner of one call it a Cobra sounds...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-02-2009, 06:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 891
Posted By Willie

Re: 71 chevelle 350 vs. 05 mustang gt

25thmustang's results are in line. I'm assuming sea level.

Here at 3,000 feet, stock S197 GTs run 14.6ish, both 5-speeds and autos. FYI, stock LS1 F-bodies run the 14.6s also.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
12-29-2008, 04:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 279
Posted By Willie

WTB: Stock T-5 Shifter

For a Camaro if it makes a difference. Must be stock, no aftermarket.
Forum: Exhaust
12-20-2008, 11:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,371
Posted By Willie

Re: Want ideas - 3 inch dual exhaust.

My ears are ringing. I have not been active here in about two years so it's almost a miracle that I would find this thread.

I no longer own my TT IROC-Z, only my '87 Z28 convertible. It has...
Forum: South West Region
12-17-2008, 08:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,066
Posted By Willie

Re: FS COMPLETE T5 CONVERSION KIT

Do you have a stock T-5 shifter you can part with?
Forum: South West Region
12-16-2008, 07:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,660
Posted By Willie

Re: New Arizona Law, Effective 01 Jan 2009.

Until two weeks ago, my Z28 was in storage for five years. It's now home for some TLC. Here's an old pic of it, the year it won its class at Super Chevy. Basically the car is in the same condition...
Forum: South West Region
12-15-2008, 05:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,660
Posted By Willie

Re: New Arizona Law, Effective 01 Jan 2009.

If you get caught, it's a $160 fine.

Look at other vehicles while you're driving around. It's amazing how many "violations" you'll see.... INCLUDING MY WIFE'S car. The law states if any portion...
Forum: South West Region
12-06-2008, 06:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,660
Posted By Willie

New Arizona Law, Effective 01 Jan 2009.

Check this out:

http://www.dot.state.az.us/MVD/WhatsNew/whatsnew_2009.asp

After I learned of this last week, I started looking at other cars' license frames. I was amazed at how many cover...
Forum: South West Region
08-20-2008, 11:45 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,566
Posted By Willie

Re: Any 3rd Genners in Tucson?

I suppose it could be the car or the plate because this plate was on my silver '03 Cobra. That car was not very noticeable. I've found my current ride to be similar to driving a strobe light. It...
Forum: South West Region
08-20-2008, 06:39 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,566
Posted By Willie

Re: Any 3rd Genners in Tucson?

Well I wouldn't say I've converted..... Behind the dark tinted windows of my GT500, you'll see me wearing my Chevy hat...... (figuratively that is). It's just that I don't like anything Chevy has...
Forum: South West Region
08-14-2008, 11:54 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,566
Posted By Willie

Re: Any 3rd Genners in Tucson?

I'm not around here much any more. I sold my twin-turbo 1987 IROC-Z last year. Actually, I sold all the turbo stuff as a "bolt-on" kit to a guy in Pennsylvania. He recently got his third gen...
Forum: Convertibles
02-23-2008, 05:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,226
Posted By Willie

Re: 88 RS Vert?

No RS V8's in 87-88...

.... and no V6 convertibles either. So it has to be one or the other, not both.

There is no RPO for the RS, just like the sport coupe. These were the base models in...
Forum: Convertibles
02-23-2008, 09:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 886
Posted By Willie

Re: Does this look like a rig job?

It is not a rig job. It is simply a piece that's broken / missing sections. The yellow line I drew is where one missing section is. The screw that appears to do nothing originally held the missing...
Forum: Convertibles
02-23-2008, 09:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,650
Posted By Willie

Re: 88 convertible rear spoiler

Pics would help a ton..... But from your description, someone may have cut off the rear quarter trim pieces. They should run all the way to the edge of the quarter where they meet with the center...
Forum: Convertibles
02-23-2008, 09:42 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,226
Posted By Willie

Re: 88 RS Vert?

I am positive I have an answer but before I reply, is the 8th digit in the VIN an "S"???
Forum: South West Region
02-19-2008, 10:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 772
Posted By Willie

Re: Emissions and 3rd Gens (Tucson Area)

Unfortunately, the State of Arizona does not use a sliding scale. In other words, 1967 (I believe) and older vehicles are exempt. In states that use a sliding scale, this cutoff year is slid +1...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-18-2008, 04:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,694
Posted By Willie

Re: 04 Mach1 vs my T/A

The Mach I is rated at 305 hp. It has the same engine as the '03-'04 Cobra sans the blower and a higher compression ratio, 10-to-1. It has the 4-valve per cylinder heads like the Cobra. Imagine my...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-12-2008, 08:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,681
Posted By Willie

Re: 2007 GT vs 383 HSR

I currently own a intercooled Whippled '05 GT (5-speed) and a stock GT500. Although the cars share the same body style, each feels uniquely different so it's hard to make a true comparison BUT I'll...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
02-11-2008, 11:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,681
Posted By Willie

Re: 2007 GT vs 383 HSR

.... its a S/C GT Stang....

Does S/C = supercharged? Not C/S for California Special, correct?


He claims he has 500 fwhp....

fwhp? Front wheel horsepower?? It is possible to get 475 rwhp...
Forum: Convertibles
02-10-2008, 10:30 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 14,925
Posted By Willie

Re: 87 Iroc convertable 20th Anniversary

.... and pics of the 20th Anniversary map pocket and the customer owned conversion serialization dash plaque.

Willie
Forum: Convertibles
02-10-2008, 10:28 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 14,925
Posted By Willie

Re: 87 Iroc convertable 20th Anniversary

.... I was told that somewhere on this board is a detailed description of the ASC conversion (a manual), has anyone seen it?

Chevy added a convertible supplement with the "3" VIN. I have it. ...
Forum: Convertibles
02-09-2008, 06:27 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 14,925
Posted By Willie

Re: 87 Iroc convertable 20th Anniversary

:hmmm: I could write a thesis here as I've done in the distant past on the H/R forum but will refrain. Do a Search on my name on that forum and go back numerous years. I've written a ton on my...
Forum: Theoretical and Street Racing
01-29-2008, 07:54 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,483
Posted By Willie

Re: Joined the Dark Side....

i really cant see why everybody just doesnt want one of each... lol.

Or more......:D Then again, mine isn't technically referred to as a "Mustang"....
Forum: History / Originality
01-17-2008, 08:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,525
Posted By Willie

Re: third gen in barret-jackson!

My wife and I watched as this car sold. Afterwards, she asked me a question about the car I could not answer. In our 24 years of marriage, I believe this is the first time this has happened. The...
Forum: History / Originality
01-02-2008, 10:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,211
Posted By Willie

Re: Berlinetta 5-Speed / Titl Column ???

John,

I don't think my information will help you but here goes anyways. My first new car purchase was a 1983 Berlinetta. In retrospect, it had a rare combination of equipment:

1)
Exterior...
Forum: History / Originality
12-31-2007, 05:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 484
Posted By Willie

Re: The new knight rider

I don't like at all....:imo:
BTW...don't be surprised if this thread gets locked.:D

Correct. No third gen content. Sorry I've got to do what I've got to do.... and I have an opinion on this...
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