My new 1980 LS
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If/when you redo the coolant Dave, dig thru ebay for the OE-style wire clamps all around. Chinese ones are inexpensive (you might have to order a bunch of sizes to get the right ones), but really make the engine pop. I clear-coated all mine prior to keep the the Bling.
Stu A
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Stu A
80GS
AZ
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I remember being a kid when these cars were new and seeing them here and there. I remember how nice they looked going down the road. I've been in love with these cars for a long time and I'm definitely proud to have this car. It's something I'll teach my boys how to maintain and repair and hand down to them.
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My son and I got the car out on Sunday and went for a cruise.i snapped a few pictures out in the light. It's a shame it wasn't very sunny. There was some overcast and I was hoping the paint would be brighter as this color really loves the sun. Either way, we had fun and I always enjoy driving this car!












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I will look in the paperwork I have for the car. The original owner saved every receipt from every part that he bought for the car. I should be able to at least find a company name and part number. Unfortunately many of the receipts have faded away to next to nothing so here's hoping that's not one of them.
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Discovered last night that my clutch hydraulics are weak. The pedal is very dead feeling. No leaks were observed at either component and the fluid level is full. I have a new clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder, and hose in stock for the car so that will be this weekend's quick project. Should get the car back in order. I think its sat too much this year. Was good to have it running for a little while last night. My youngest son seemed to really enjoy it!


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I took the car for a drive last weekend. It's the first I've had it out this year. I haven't even washed it yet but I was so excited to drive it that I just went for the drive. I snapped a few pictures to share as well:
















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I think you have a beautiful GSL-SE! I think it still holds up to the original design. Your car is very tastefully modded and presents beautifully. Any person would be proud to own that car!
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