As I mentioned previously, I joined the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, Indiana chapter. A club my father was a member of for many years. Each chapter sends out a monthly newsletter. The name of the Indiana chapter’s newsletter is The Powerglide, coming from the name of an infamous 2 speed automatic transmission.
The issue for July just came out and I was mentioned in it. This makes me happy on many levels. Not just for me, but for my old man.
I’m hoping on taking the Camaro to the next meet, which is coming up soon.
I went to many meets with dad when I was younger, and a few as an adult. When he was a member he always told me the Camaro was too new to be a part of the club, which I can only assume has changed since then. Most of the club remembers his truck however, which he took everywhere. One of these days I’ll get it road worthy again and take it to a meet so these guys can see it one more time.
I’ve been working hard on the Camaro as of late, with a new headliner and sail panels installed. Last night I installed a new speedometer driven gear and housing. I hope this resolves my issues with the speedometer and odometer.
My next issue is just as mechanical, as on my trip to Evansville I only got roughly 10mpg. I have a new O2 sensor that I’m going to install. I’m also going to plug the cold start sensor back in. The car seems to be running really rich at times, which I believe is the primary cause of this increase in fuel usage.
I also have a Holley Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator just in case. I’m going to test the fuel pressure to see what numbers I’m getting. If they are off I will be installing it.