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Welcome to My home page. My first auto project selection was a Doozy!!! 78 Corvette. Not Numbers Matching, Not a Pace Car. Undetermined number of miles but it's mine!!! I set this page up to document what I can of the restoration. I thought about it kinda late, so I don't have before pictures. From here on, there will be many! Enjoy and let me know what you think of my "Labor of Love!!" I have the original hood and didn't want to change it, so I purchased a used hood on ebay and tried my hand at customizing it with a hood scoop. That's the pic on the right. Not bad for a first try!
Here and there you may find a few pictures of my daily driver a 2004 mustang GT with the 40th anniversary package. I love driving it, but it's no vette!
Why I selected this car...
I picked my 78 corvette because ever since I was a little kid I wanted this model year corvette. I actually built a scale model as a kid of the 78 pace car. From that point on, I knew I wanted to get one someday. The car needed alot of work when I purchased it, but it was a good price for what I got.
Keeping Your Car Cool
Did you know that in 95 degree heat, the air in your car reaches approximately 146 degrees and the steering wheel can reach 158 degrees? So what can you do about it? First, you can tint your car windows. Clear glass magnifies the sun and intensifies the heat. If that's too expensive, buy manual sunshades. They come in cheap cardboard or reflective material. You can also buy shades for the back side windows where your kids are. To avoid hot steering wheels, put a towel over the wheel to absorb sun while your car sits.
Washing and Waxing Tips
Most cars now come with a clearcoat finish, which tricks owners into thinking they don't need wax. Actually, you should wax your car 3-4 times a year. Most manufacturers also recommend washing your car once a week. Remember to start washing your car only when the car's surface is cool and only after rinsing the entire car. Rub gently, one section at a time, and use specific car wash products--never household cleaners. After rinsing your car well, dry it with a soft, clean cloth.
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