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guys ...

what are the differences between the frosted and non-frosted varieties (apart from the obvious appearance differences)?

Were both varieties available as stock on original holdens? Or are the non-frosted reproductions or something?

I want to try and go for the most stock look ....

cheers
Jamie

Hi Stewart;

Are you only interested in the finned type of rocker cover?

I have the following standard grey engine parts - all of which have been chromed and now available for sale:

* rocker cover
* fan blade
* timing gear cover
* side plate.

Let me know if your interestted ....

thanks Wayne - will keep this guy in mind.

What sort of prices did he charge you? Did you shop around? Did you find him on the cheap or expensive side?

thanks
Jamie

Hi guys ...

Would you be able to post the names/details of reputable Motor Trimmers in Sydney - I'm also interested and in need of one.

cheers
Jamie

me too !

see you there guys!

Does anyone have any info on how it went last year / what we can expect this year?

cheers
Jay

I've got a similar problem/issue.

A mate did my grey motor up a few years ago now (free of charge).

However, he dropped a new cam in that is just a little bit lumpy. It has a nice little throb when idling, and very good performance up high (not sure of the exact specs of the cam though). Taking off from a standing start though is a bit of a hassle - I have to give the car a bit of petrol before it will even move (definately not a nice smooth takeoff)

Unfortunately, I have brougt the car back to be stock all round - so would really like to get the Original cam back in.

Is there anywhere I can $$$ buy a (new) 'original specification' grey motor cam?

thanks ...
J

thanks for the tips guys.

Here are the contact details (Yellow Pages online) for Blue-Chrome in case others need it:


Blu-Chrome Pty Ltd
137 Eldridge Rd Bankstown NSW 2200
ph: (02) 9790 6834 Electroplating


BTW --- THey definately seem cheaper than www.astorplaters.com.au --- they charged me $100 (+) for each bumber section 5 years ago now ....


cheers
Jamie

Hi there;

Can anyone recommend anyone in the Sydney metro area that does automotive re-chroming?

I'm particularly interested in getting my Hubcaps done.

thanks
Jamie

Hi Ret;

Would you be able to post details / instructions for how to fit the Brake Booster set up, on the website here?

I think that it would be an invaluable resource for anyone thinking about dropping a Brake Booster in their holden.

thanks
Jamie

FCcool -- you mentioned the possibility of repairing your existing one?

Is this possible without removing the front/rear windows?

Cheers
Jamie

Gday Parisian62

Good to hear about 'A Stitch In Time' - will definately contact them .... seems as though they have a good rep.

Yeah - I have tried with the FB-EK club, but the board over there is not as active/large as this one.

cheers
Jamie

Definately a big help - thanks Ret!

Hi;

Any thoughts on where to get hold of a (new) standard CAM for a Holden Grey?

cheers
Jamie

cheers RET .... will definately give "A Stitch N Time" a call.

What can you suggest if the vinyl to be repaired is in a really bad state (eg creased, cracked, ripped etc)

Any ideas where I might be able to get some new trim to match the original stuff? (even a reproduction will do)?

thanks
Jamie

Thanks for the tip ...

I might give him a call. Can I also ask you:

Did he do anything with the seat springs (or just retrim) ?

Did you have the seat retrimmed to an original look?

What sort of dollars did he charge you?

thanks again ...
Jamie

[Sydney]

Hi there;

Are there any members from Sydney who have recently repaired / overhauled their bench seat?

I'm looking to find an upholsterer who is genuinely interested in working on an old car. (and knows what they are doing as well)

Mine has large cracks in the vinyl across the drivers seat area - and the springs have sagged. I want the repairs to be as stock as possible.

Any suggestions ??

cheers and thanks ...
Jamie