From http://craig.backfire.ca/pages/autos/boxchevy
The Box Chevy is a 1982 Chevy Caprice Classic 2 Door Sport Coupe. I bought it on May 17, 2005, for a cool $800. It was very good to me at first, but became a money pit by November 2005. I decided to keep it anyways, and it has been quite the adventure.
“ For a good time, call 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 ”
Below are some articles I've written about the car.
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Rebuilding the 350A series of articles about taking the 350 and making it awesome. |
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Manual TransmissionThe manual transmission. |
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Bell HousingInstallation and inspection of the bell housing. |
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ClutchInstallation of the clutch. |
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10-Bolt Axle RebuildRebuild of a stronger axle with an improved gear ratio. |
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DriveshaftShortening the driveshaft to match the new rear axle and transmission. |
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Putting in the 350Swapping out the original 305 for a 350 from a Z28. |
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The Exhaust SystemThe new exhaust system. |
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Starter MotorThe starter motor, and all of the trouble it has caused. |
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TH-250 TransmissionThe original transmission, a TH-250 3-speed automatic. |
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Lightweight Cylinder HeadsThe cylinder heads that came with the 350 and what makes them so lame. |
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Various RepairsSome of the smaller repairs the car has needed. |
