http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive The AMC Mailing List RSS feed at AMCGremlin.com en-us postmaster@amcgremlin.com (AMCGremlin.com) Copyright (c) 1997-2012 AMCGremlin.com as a compilation work postmaster@amcgremlin.com (AMCGremlin.com) 2012-02-05T23:09:08-05:00 http://www.amcgremlin.com/images/chromegremlinmansm.gif http://www.amcgremlin.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56860.html d stohler 2012-02-05T19:35:39-05:00 i just got some pics posted on my picasaweb of the rust im fixing. seemed for some reason i thought it was ALOT worse than what it is. i will be updating it with pics as i go along on the project. look for the album "caspers cancer repair". should be the f... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56859.html Matt Haas 2012-02-05T05:33:23-05:00 For cars with the moldings set into the window gaskets, you have to remove the gasket from the car before you can remove the moldings. It sounds like your gasket is shot so the best way to get everything out is to remove any of the trim from around the win... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56858.html d stohler 2012-02-05T01:02:48-05:00 so, i got the fenders off the car, and got some other stripping done. i guess it wont be NEAR as bad as i thought. the floor boards on both left/right front floors. then the upper cowel area on both sides. my windsheild gasket is cracked horribly. the wind... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56857.html Eddie Stakes 2012-02-04T21:48:23-05:00 Joe looks like a number of them on youtube, now I have to quit watching sportscenter & watch ancient Chevy footages: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bT6txm4RpA is another youtube one (there are 3-4 of them, not sure how many same) this is exactly same one... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56856.html Joe Fulton 2012-02-04T21:07:50-05:00 That whole series of 36 Chevy assembly line movies was banned on YouTube a few months ago because of copywright violations.  I hope the uploader did the right thing on dump.com. Joe        ----- Original Message ---- From: Eddie Stakes <eddiestakes@xxxxxxx... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56855.html Eddie Stakes 2012-02-04T20:17:36-05:00 Non AMC related but some of you greybeards who might have gotten to ever see some of the Kenosha plants behind the scenes can relate. There are a number of still photos of Kenosha line(s) including photos on my site, I don't know of any film like strips of... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56854.html Marc Montoni 2012-02-04T11:34:06-05:00 I feel like I'm being assimilated by the Borg, but I've been trying to sell my Matador Red 68 AMX via the usual hobby media for over a year, with little to show for it. I'm sure it doesn't help that I have never been comfortable being a salesman... But an... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56853.html Am Si 2012-02-04T10:33:29-05:00 TO: AMC Club members in Virginia and elswhere, Check out the below ad for a car near Roanoke, VA. Photos in the ad. I think it's very high for a car that isn't original and needs complete resto (new seats and carpet $1000, body paint $5000, etc), but I th... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56852.html eddie allison 2012-02-03T16:51:08-05:00 Eddie - why didn't you say there was Judas Priest on the website...I would have already been there. :)   -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://list.amc-list.com/pipermail/amc-list-amc-list.com/attachments/2... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56851.html Eddie Stakes 2012-02-02T22:57:50-05:00 That is December 2011, not 2010, so about month ago. Sorry for typo. At one point my site was getting 43,000 hits per day. I just wished one of my immensely wealthy nigerian friends who wish to share untold riches with me would actually come thru one time ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56850.html Eddie Stakes 2012-02-02T22:34:47-05:00 Thought some of you might like to see this....my website got a whopping 771,000 hits for December 2010. I installed a program to monitor my site behind the scenes back last summer and was surprised to see the amount of traffic. Note my notes with this abou... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56849.html Joe Fulton 2012-02-02T14:05:06-05:00 John, Can you see the holes from the back side of the hood and fenders?  Even if you have filled them with bondo on the front, they should show up from the rear. Joe ----- Original Message ---- From: John Lunde <lunde@xxxxxxxxxx> To: "amc-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56848.html John Lunde 2012-02-02T13:59:42-05:00 Hello, just wondering if any of you could please tell me how many holes, and their location, on the leading edge of the hood for the installation of the stainless trim, as well as for the front fender extensions for the J-trim pieces? These areas required ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56847.html Frank Swygert 2012-02-02T13:11:27-05:00 The only problem is when you weld it back, you're going to melt the gasket. I don't think you can keep it cool enough. If the crack is just in one layer of the glass remove it. You'll have to buy another gasket, but you'll be better off for it. Cut the li... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56846.html Greg DePratt 2012-02-02T10:50:26-05:00 Every now and then Google Alerts find something interesting. Thought I'd share it with the list. Greg DePratt *News* *1* new result for *1968 javelin* A Rare Racing Beast: The AMC *Javelin* <http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.theautochannel.com/F/... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56845.html John Lunde 2012-02-02T10:34:09-05:00 Hello everyone, did anyone of you see the valve covers listed on eBay a few days ago for $1000 http://www.ebay.com/itm/180802535075?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 The guy originally claimed they were rare Group 7 items and when I told h... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56844.html Eddie Stakes 2012-02-01T17:14:57-05:00 Several things stick out here. The video from 1973 is facinating. Yes, that is a 66, possibly 65 AMC Rambler Ambassador the presidente is riding in. But that was probably built in Argentina. And due to it being a historical vehicle, will never leave Argen... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56843.html Sandwich Maker 2012-02-01T10:30:17-05:00 " From: d stohler <das24rules@xxxxxxxxx> " " i can't afford a new windshield. this one has 1 crack running top to " bottom. it won't survive being removed. donor car has been shot with " bb's many times, so its no go also. theres one on feebay that would q... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56842.html Bruce 2012-02-01T09:16:07-05:00 Wow! That 58-61 Ambassador limo is cool! On 02/01/2012 08:55 AM, Eddie Stakes wrote _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56841.html Eddie Stakes 2012-02-01T08:55:38-05:00 Hi & part of it is....it is titled as a 1961 as most of the car came from a 1961 when it was 'stretched' Eddie Stakes 713.464.8825 eddiestakes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx www.planethoustonamx.com ----- Original Message ----- From: "L.D. Lyons" <ldlyons@xxxxxxxxx... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56840.html L.D. Lyons 2012-02-01T07:53:49-05:00 Isn't The Limo a 58 -----Original Message----- From: Eddie Stakes Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 9:37 PM To: baadassGremlins@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ; amc-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [AMC-list] amc limosines I believe there were 7 69 Ambassador limosines made, an... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56839.html d stohler 2012-02-01T04:12:56-05:00 i have to cut along the bottom of the windshield. i cant afford a new windshield. this one has 1 crack running top to bottom. it wont survive being removed. donor car has been shot with bb's many times, so its no go also. theres one on feebay that would co... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56838.html Jim Blair 2012-02-01T01:49:45-05:00 Like my father said "You can cut it long as many times as you like, but you'll cut it short only once before the scrap heap! Jim Blair, Lynnwood, WA '87 Comanche, '83 Jeep J10, '84 Jeep J10 From: markprice242 <wrambler242@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: d stohler <das24... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56837.html Eddie Stakes 2012-01-31T22:41:41-05:00 I believe there were 7 69 Ambassador limosines made, and only 1 known to still exist. Doug D mentioned sign of times.....there is NO shoratage of limosines here in Houston, we led the nation in job creation last year so lots of $$$ around, mostly energy $... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56836.html Marc Montoni 2012-01-31T22:04:25-05:00 Look again - they added length to the rear doors. -- Marc _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56835.html markprice242 2012-01-31T20:07:57-05:00 Measure twice, cut once, leaving it a bit long. Done correctly you will probably be ahead of the game to go this route. You need to really research what you are doing to do it correctly. Serious mistakes are things like grinding away the meat of welds and ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56834.html Larry R. Daum 2012-01-31T18:34:34-05:00 Hi - I am a former AMO member - I owned a 1966 Ambassador convertible from 1975 to 1991. The car then became part of the Peter Hill collection, and I have remained a fan of this era of AMC cars. Recently I discovered a you tube video that included a 1973 ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56833.html Frank Swygert 2012-01-31T18:12:49-05:00 The easiest way to do this is to cut the floor right in front of or beneath the front seat all the way across the car (rockers and all) and cut the windshield posts about half way up. You need to cut the car you're fixing PRECISELY where you want the weld... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56832.html markprice242 2012-01-31T18:12:20-05:00 I have one of the full size posters that they put out when the show was released on VHS. It hangs on my office wall. I paid $2.00 for it at the video store, no where near what is being asked for that promo! Funny, not really, thing is the frame cost me $30... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56831.html Frank Swygert 2012-01-31T18:04:53-05:00 That's a 65 or so, and it's not a stretched limo. The roof has been changed to a more formal appearance, mainly boxier and more upright in the back, which would give a bit more head room. More than likely it is as Andrew suggests, an IKA produced car. IKA... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56830.html Doug Dornbos 2012-01-31T16:21:22-05:00 Cool. sorry, I can't help you. somewhat off topic: I don't know about way back then but currently there are two types of limos: the manufacturer either ships the limo to a coach builder with the full knowledge that a limo will be made of it (probably to t... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56829.html C The 2012-01-31T15:11:09-05:00       Info gleaned from the Mecum  site for their most recent auction:  AMC Results for Mecum Auction Kissimmee, FLA Jan 2012 Lot# W180 1970 AMC AMX 390/315 HP, 4-Speed $33,000 T191 1970 AMC Javelin SST Coupe 390/325 HP, Automatic $27,500 F177 1969 AMC AMX... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56828.html Sandwich Maker 2012-01-31T09:46:35-05:00 " From: d stohler <das24rules@xxxxxxxxx> " " hey guys, i need some advice. if any of you have gone and seen my " picasaweb album labled "caspers cancer" (or something like that) " you can see my PRIDE AND JOY car has lots of rust in the chassis " area arou... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56827.html d stohler 2012-01-31T04:14:48-05:00 hey guys, i need some advice. if any of you have gone and seen my picasaweb album labled "caspers cancer" (or something like that) you can see my PRIDE AND JOY car has lots of rust in the chassis area around the front foot well area. right from where the q... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56826.html Sandwich Maker 2012-01-30T21:34:32-05:00 " From: Richard Estermyer <javelinman74@xxxxxxxxxxx> " " " Anyone have any ideas about the Ambo Limos made for this AMC'er? " Video is cool too! " 1:58, 2:11, 2:46, 2:59, 3:40-5:59 and 6:46 are highlights of the limo! uot; " Blessings, " Richard " Richard ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56825.html Steven F. Brueggeman 2012-01-30T19:54:02-05:00 I recall hearing something about the governer of Wisconsin commisioning three Ambassador limos. -Steve- ----- Original Message ----- From: "Richard Estermyer" <javelinman74@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: "amc-list" <amc-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Monday, January 30, ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56824.html Joe Fulton 2012-01-30T15:57:57-05:00 I thought the AMBO limos were all produced by that professional car maker (hearses, ambulances) headquartered somewhere in Arkansaa (Fort Smith?). Joe Fulton ----- Original Message ---- From: Richard Estermyer <javelinman74@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: amc-list <amc-l... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56823.html Richard Estermyer 2012-01-30T15:29:07-05:00 Anyone have any ideas about the Ambo Limos made for this AMC'er? Video is cool too! 1:58, 2:11, 2:46, 2:59, 3:40-5:59 and 6:46 are highlights of the limo! Blessings, Richard Richard Estermyer javelinman74@xxxxxxxxxxx www.a70sthingautomobilia.com Request f... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56822.html Armand Eshleman 2012-01-30T14:16:07-05:00 .....A _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56821.html John Lunde 2012-01-30T14:12:13-05:00 Thanks to all of you who responded to my question. It was much appreciated. ________________________________________ From: amc-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [amc-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] on behalf of amc-list-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [amc-list-req... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56820.html Marc Montoni 2012-01-29T23:14:33-05:00 You know, it's been several years since John was on this list. I miss his commentary. Eddie, if you're in touch with him, ask him to come on back. -- M _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx http:/... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56819.html Joe Fulton 2012-01-29T19:00:18-05:00 I think there was one (Jeffery badge) on that 1913 Rambler which was restored in a shop not far from my home a few years ago. Joe Fulton Salinas, CA ----- Original Message ---- From: Joe <jgray_55@xxxxxxxxx> To: amc-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Cc: Jgray_55@xxxx... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56818.html Jack Jefferson 2012-01-29T18:09:18-05:00 Please list. Thank you Jack 70 AMC Hornet 6 Cyl. Automatic I have decided to sell my Hornet. I has a 232 CI engine with automatic. The front end has been rebuilt and aligned, $657. New fuel tank sending unit, New alternator, New Starter, New tune up, New b... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56817.html Joe 2012-01-29T18:09:18-05:00 When was the last time you saw one of these??? Or have you ever? -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Mark Price is running an AMC 15 behind his 4.0L, and I've run one behind a 4.6L stroker. It will be fine behind a 304 in a cruiser, even a mild 360. Retorque the axle nuts just to be sure -- 250-300 ft/lbs, no more! The 80s ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56813.html markprice242 2012-01-29T15:16:07-05:00 oh, and as for breaking the axle itself? No, they typically spin a hub if anything goes wrong at all. ----- Original Message ----- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://list.amc-list.com/pipermail/amc-list-... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56812.html markprice242 2012-01-29T15:14:18-05:00 I have 10+ years on the 15 in my American, 3:31 twingrip with 4.0L, T5 and 255/60R15"s. I beat on it a few times, it does not spin much, hooks up pretty good actually, twingrip still twingrips! It does not make any noise and shows no real sign of anything ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg56811.html Marc Montoni 2012-01-28T07:44:16-05:00 The Thomas brothers (Darrell and Francis) are long-time AMC hobbyists from Sandston, VA (near Richmond). For many years, they have raced AMC products. Right now, their race Hornet is up for sale: **************************************** http://richmond.cr...