Auto Detailing and Appearance Share tips and tricks on how to make your Third Gen shine! Get opinions on products or how something tasteful looks on your Chevrolet Camaro or Pontiac Firebird.

She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 03-04-2022, 07:16 PM
  #1  
Supreme Member

Thread Starter
iTrader: (8)
 
topduarte's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2001
Location: Pflugerville, Texas
Posts: 1,337
Received 426 Likes on 257 Posts
Car: 92 Heritage Camaro Z28
Engine: 350 TPI
Transmission: auto
Axle/Gears: 3.23 Limited Slip
She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Cleaned and detailed her. Ready for 1st show of the year.

Changed oil yesterday and will change rear end oil with gasket as there is a small leak.

She just turned 30 and still looks pretty good.

Did notice my passenger front side bulb is out.









The following 4 users liked this post by topduarte:
dagwood (03-13-2022), dmccain (03-14-2022), K_trip (03-05-2022), LiquidBlue (03-18-2022)
Old 03-04-2022, 08:36 PM
  #2  
Supreme Member

iTrader: (11)
 
DynoDave43's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: MICHIGAN
Posts: 4,642
Received 753 Likes on 579 Posts
Car: 1988 Trans Am
Engine: L03
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 10 Bolt 2.73 Open
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Nice! That red leather is sure in nice shape, and looks great. Enjoy the show!
Old 03-04-2022, 09:13 PM
  #3  
COTM Editor

iTrader: (22)
 
QwkTrip's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2001
Posts: 9,914
Likes: 0
Received 1,857 Likes on 1,272 Posts
Car: '89 Firebird
Engine: 7.0L
Transmission: T56
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

I notice the paint has lost a lot of luster. Have you tried a polishing compound before? If not, then I think you'd be really happy with how well it glows after that.
Old 03-04-2022, 09:32 PM
  #4  
Supreme Member

Thread Starter
iTrader: (8)
 
topduarte's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2001
Location: Pflugerville, Texas
Posts: 1,337
Received 426 Likes on 257 Posts
Car: 92 Heritage Camaro Z28
Engine: 350 TPI
Transmission: auto
Axle/Gears: 3.23 Limited Slip
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Originally Posted by QwkTrip
I notice the paint has lost a lot of luster. Have you tried a polishing compound before? If not, then I think you'd be really happy with how well it glows after that.
My son recommended the same thing. Will be hiring my buddy who does this on the side before heading to Carlisle in June. Thanks
Old 03-04-2022, 09:38 PM
  #5  
COTM Editor

iTrader: (22)
 
QwkTrip's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2001
Posts: 9,914
Likes: 0
Received 1,857 Likes on 1,272 Posts
Car: '89 Firebird
Engine: 7.0L
Transmission: T56
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

I think you'll be really happy with the outcome. I hired a professional after my car sat 17 years and it was worth every penny. I've been able to do the upkeep on my own ever since, but that first round needed somebody that really knew what they were doing.
Old 03-12-2022, 04:36 PM
  #6  
Junior Member
 
88 big block's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Minnesota
Posts: 11
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Car: 88 camaro big block,
Engine: 432 c.I bbc
Transmission: Turbo 400
Axle/Gears: 35 spline strange 3.70 gears
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

She is looking good !!!!
Old 03-12-2022, 04:38 PM
  #7  
Junior Member
 
88 big block's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2022
Location: Minnesota
Posts: 11
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Car: 88 camaro big block,
Engine: 432 c.I bbc
Transmission: Turbo 400
Axle/Gears: 35 spline strange 3.70 gears
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Also you suck !! Lol our cars shows are not for awhile here in Mn 😉
Old 03-13-2022, 07:41 PM
  #8  
Member

 
H8TRAFIC's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Buffalo
Posts: 192
Received 28 Likes on 14 Posts
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

I’m not sure if you ever discussed it- is that a lock on your gas door?
Old 03-13-2022, 08:03 PM
  #9  
Supreme Member

 
tom3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: So. Ohio
Posts: 2,259
Received 84 Likes on 77 Posts
Car: 88 Camaro
Engine: L98 350
Transmission: 700r4
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

I'd tuck out of sight that white wire that runs across the radiator support and is bunched up at the battery. Tire kickers like to point that stuff out at car shows. 2nd and third gen Camaros are pretty rare in car shows around here. Pretty amazing car!
Old 03-14-2022, 07:48 AM
  #10  
Supreme Member

iTrader: (2)
 
dmccain's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: South Ms
Posts: 4,431
Received 722 Likes on 491 Posts
Car: 89 Firebird
Engine: 355 TBI
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 10 Bolt.Posi-3.73s
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Beautiful car! Im sure it gets lots of looks and brings some good conversation.
Old 03-14-2022, 08:13 PM
  #11  
Supreme Member

Thread Starter
iTrader: (8)
 
topduarte's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2001
Location: Pflugerville, Texas
Posts: 1,337
Received 426 Likes on 257 Posts
Car: 92 Heritage Camaro Z28
Engine: 350 TPI
Transmission: auto
Axle/Gears: 3.23 Limited Slip
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

4th owner put the lock on tank. Have original. Try to fix ecm issue with fans. Rigged up temporary fix with switch.

Thanks for compliments
Old 03-14-2022, 08:37 PM
  #12  
Supreme Member

 
tom3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: So. Ohio
Posts: 2,259
Received 84 Likes on 77 Posts
Car: 88 Camaro
Engine: L98 350
Transmission: 700r4
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Was the 3:23 rear gear the standard gear in that car, special option, or did you put that in?
Old 03-14-2022, 09:00 PM
  #13  
Supreme Member

iTrader: (5)
 
mantaguy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Mantua NJ
Posts: 5,826
Received 64 Likes on 57 Posts
Car: 1 Owner 1986 TA with a WS6 package
Engine: 5.0 EFI
Transmission: THM700R4
Axle/Gears: 277 Posi Speedo
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Originally Posted by H8TRAFIC
I’m not sure if you ever discussed it- is that a lock on your gas door?
Originally Posted by topduarte
4th owner put the lock on tank. Have original. Try to fix ecm issue with fans. Rigged up temporary fix with switch.

Thanks for compliments
That locking door was a option for 82-86
Old 03-14-2022, 10:06 PM
  #14  
Supreme Member

 
tom3's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: So. Ohio
Posts: 2,259
Received 84 Likes on 77 Posts
Car: 88 Camaro
Engine: L98 350
Transmission: 700r4
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

The way people are stealing gas these days that'd be a good option for any third gen. The gas tank is near impossible to get to and the locking door might keep the scum away from it.
The following users liked this post:
mantaguy (03-14-2022)
Old 03-17-2022, 05:34 PM
  #15  
Supreme Member

Thread Starter
iTrader: (8)
 
topduarte's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2001
Location: Pflugerville, Texas
Posts: 1,337
Received 426 Likes on 257 Posts
Car: 92 Heritage Camaro Z28
Engine: 350 TPI
Transmission: auto
Axle/Gears: 3.23 Limited Slip
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Originally Posted by tom3
Was the 3:23 rear gear the standard gear in that car, special option, or did you put that in?
It was standard for 350
Old 03-18-2022, 11:22 AM
  #16  
Supreme Member
 
LiquidBlue's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 1,910
Received 176 Likes on 135 Posts
Car: 90 Formula / T-tops
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: MD8
Re: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28

Originally Posted by QwkTrip
I think you'll be really happy with the outcome. I hired a professional after my car sat 17 years and it was worth every penny. I've been able to do the upkeep on my own ever since, but that first round needed somebody that really knew what they were doing.
After studying for a month or so on and off, I picked up the tools and practiced on my wife and daughters cars before moving any of mine. even if the paint in great condition, lots of buildup can accumulate, dulling your finish. Car looking great Top!!
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
85irocZ2819
Auto Detailing and Appearance
67
08-31-2023 03:03 PM
85irocZ2819
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
3
11-05-2021 11:56 AM
1bad91Z
Auto Detailing and Appearance
11
12-19-2012 02:46 PM
Dante93GTZ
Body
20
06-02-2002 08:40 PM



Quick Reply: She is already for 1st car show tomorrow, Georgetown, Tx. 92 Heritage Z28



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:19 AM.