Magie Valley Tech Day

MnMsToy · 03-18-2010, 08:54 PM

Is there going to be a Tech Day in Maggie Valley this year?

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 05:50 AM

Yes, If Gina wants to put one in the schedule.

I will contact her and see if it is doable.

I will move my schedule around to make it happen.

Watch this Thread.

Dicktator

Gina · 03-19-2010, 06:00 AM

That is fine with me.

The schedule is full though so those participating may have to miss out on some of the other activities.

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 06:47 AM

Let me know what, if any thing, you want, or would like to have done.

Time will be the deciding factory, so, first on the list will be important.

1. Muth Directional Signal Mirrors. Price $185.00 Installed

2. "Blinking" Rear Brake light. (Blinks 5 times and then stays on) Price $ 28.00 Installed

3. Steel/powder coated radiator support, by Mike in Az, $150.00 plus Frt $28.00=$178.00 Installed

4.Soundproofing: Installed
Doors only: Material Cost -$20.00
Roof Compartment: Material Cost -$25.00

5.Roof Vent Soundproof Pads: $10.00 Installed

6. Mike in Az 100% Stainless Tips - $140. a Set, -NOT installed

7. SSR Ignition Switches. - NEW - $30

We will be installing Mirrors, Third "Blinking" brake light, Steel radiator supports, cross member and soundproofing.

Installation is FREE!

Volunteers are needed.

My email: Dicktatorfl@yahoo.com

$$ required up front

Send to:

Richard Bellville
PO Box 14655
Clearwater, Fl 33766-4655

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 06:51 AM

Cross Brace

Here is some pictures of different types of cross member/braces.

Cross Brace

Part # 15752337 a GM Bar part number

Part # 11519925 Bolt for Bar (Need two)

46-15076943..TRAIL BLAZER CROSS MEMBER

153-11519894.. BOLT FOR TRAIL BLAZER CROSS MEMBER (Need Four)

NOTE: ORDER WHAT YOU WANT FROM YOUR LOCAL CHEVY DEALER.

MnMsToy · 03-19-2010, 06:53 AM

I would like all available soundproofing and the radiator support. I was hoping to learn how to install the ignition switch too. O well maybe next year.

Dictator, I will also help out with labor on other Rs if needed.

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 06:55 AM

Radiator Support

Here are some pictures of the OEM (Plastic) Radiator/Frame Support.

And Mike in Az STEEL Radiator/Frame Support.

This mounts ON the Front End Frame rails and under your radiator.

The light colored support is the OEM Plastic support.

Notice the Steel support is exact fit and is predrilled for air dam. Much stronger than the OEM.
Takes the "shimmy" out your steering wheel.
And you will save enough on tires to pay for the support.

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 06:58 AM

Stainless Tips

I now have Mike in Az 100% STAINLESS EXHAUST TIPS.

The are Custom made to Mike's specifications. They are 2 1/2" pipe opening to fit our Stock exhaust.

They are $140 per set, includes Frt and Taxes.

Yes, twice the Cost of Bosal Tips, which is what I have on now, but 4 times the quality.

They are really NICE! I will have a set on my "R" for Tech Day.

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 07:14 AM

It is important to sign up for Tech Day and order what you would like.

$$ required up front.

(I don't want to buy inventory and someone changes their mind or can't make it).

My email: Dicktatorfl@yahoo.com

Send to:

Richard Bellville
PO Box 14655
Clearwater, Fl 33766-4655

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 07:25 AM

The Muth Directional Mirrors replace your present mirrors.

They are HEATED.

It requires taking door apart, remove mirror, install new mirror. You do loose the dimming feacher on your present mirror.

Takes about 3 hours to install but worth the saftey of changing lanes.

Also work with your "Flashers".

Dicktator · 03-19-2010, 07:29 AM

List for Tech Day.

1. MnMsToy - Soundproofing/Radiator Support (helper).
2. Blueroadster06 -Mirrors/Soundproofing.
3. Chuckster - Blinking Brake Light
3. WOW Fct - John - Cross member.

Donaldo7 · 03-19-2010, 09:52 AM

I would love to some day make to Maggie Valley but can't this go round. I have a connection to Maggie Valley though, as I am related to Maggie. Her daughter Patty Pylant Kosier, my cousin, wrote a book "Maggie of Maggie Valley, N.C.". Maybe some day.

Don Pylant

MnMsToy · 03-20-2010, 05:47 PM

btt

Jgrden · 03-20-2010, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Donaldo7

I would love to some day make to Maggie Valley but can't this go round. I have a connection to Maggie Valley though, as I am related to Maggie. Her daughter Patty Pylant Kosier, my cousin, wrote a book "Maggie of Maggie Valley, N.C.". Maybe some day.

Don Pylant

Don't hear enough from you. We live in Conroe and do allot of shopping in The Woodlands. Lunch, sometime, would be fun with you, yours, John (Houtex, Judy, me and Mary (wife).

blueroadster06 · 03-20-2010, 08:35 PM

put me on the list for

the mirrors and the soundproofing.......

Dicktator · 03-23-2010, 06:26 AM

List for Tech Day.

1. MnMsToy - Soundproofing/Radiator Support (helper).
2. Blueroadster06 -Mirrors/Soundproofing.

Remember to bring tools, this is "Hands On" Tech Day.

Need socket set/7mm/10mm does all the mirrors.

SAE 1/2" socket/open end does the radiator support.

I will have tools also.

Dicktator

CarterSSR · 03-23-2010, 08:19 AM

Can you do the front hood lifts on my 2004 SSR? Like the hood lifts that Chevy put on the 2005/06 SSR? What would the cost be with parts? Can you provide the lifts and parts needed?

Thanks,

Jerry Carter/ CarterSSR

Dicktator · 03-24-2010, 04:18 PM

Sorry, Jerry,

You need Steve from LST (Lift Support Technologies). I don't know if Steve is coming to Maggie Valley this year.

Web: Lift Support Technologies Gas Springs - Custom to Spring Lift or Tel 306-683-5000

They are the specialist when it comes to struts.

Steve did mine.

Dicktator

MnMsToy · 03-28-2010, 05:36 AM

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Bagger · 03-28-2010, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dicktator

Takes the "shimmy" out your steering wheel.
And you will save enough on tires to pay for the support.

Seriously? This is the first I've heard of this. I need to look back at previous threads. So your saying that this stiffens the front end up so much that the shimmy is eliminated along with the excessive front inside tire wear as well? If this is true then I'm no longer going to wait until my support is broken before I replace it.

MnMsToy · 03-28-2010, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dicktator

Cross Brace

Here is some pictures of different types of cross member/braces.

Cross Brace

Part # 15752337 a GM Bar part number

Part # 11519925 Bolt for Bar (Need two)

46-15076943..TRAIL BLAZER CROSS MEMBER

153-11519894.. BOLT FOR TRAIL BLAZER CROSS MEMBER (Need Four)

NOTE: ORDER WHAT YOU WANT FROM YOUR LOCAL CHEVY DEALER.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bagger

Seriously? This is the first I've heard of this. I need to look back at previous threads. So your saying that this stiffens the front end up so much that the shimmy is eliminated along with the excessive front inside tire wear as well? If this is true then I'm no longer going to wait until my support is broken before I replace it.

Bagger, the above ref cross member helps with the shimmy too. IMHO

MnMsToy · 03-31-2010, 05:16 AM

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WOW_FCTR · 03-31-2010, 06:20 AM

The two things that I need are:

1) getting my center console to open and then to keep it from getting stuck closed. I tried a fix, but it did not work

2) keeping water from seeping into my passenger side door and affecting the speakers and door lock. I am not sure what materials I would need for this.

Alex05SSR · 03-31-2010, 12:38 PM

I personally would love to see/have a tech session on raising the top manually. I'm always concerned that as much as I work the top down and back up, that one day it will not go back up on its own and I will be "SOL", because right now I don't know how it's done manually (I do have the T-bar tool).

Anybody else interested in knowing how to raise the top manually?

wingrider · 03-31-2010, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex05SSR

I personally would love to see/have a tech session on raising the top manually. I'm always concerned that as much as I work the top down and back up, that one day it will not go back up on its own and I will be "SOL", because right now I don't know how it's done manually (I do have the T-bar tool).

Anybody else interested in knowing how to raise the top manually?

I could handle showing anyone how to do it.

Alex05SSR · 03-31-2010, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wingrider

I could handle showing anyone how to do it.

Bill,

Thanks, you always are very helpful!

Right now I know of at least 4 of us (probably more) that would be very interested in a first hand demonstration. We may be fighting over who gets to be the "demo" vehicle.

Alex

Dicktator · 03-31-2010, 02:09 PM

That would be a nice addition.

Wingrider showed us in the Panhandle and it takes two men and a boy to do it.
Boy, it is some job.

Dicktator

06 Blue SSR · 03-31-2010, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex05SSR

I personally would love to see/have a tech session on raising the top manually. I'm always concerned that as much as I work the top down and back up, that one day it will not go back up on its own and I will be "SOL", because right now I don't know how it's done manually (I do have the T-bar tool).

Anybody else interested in knowing how to raise the top manually?

I would be intrested in this also. I can help with some of the install stuff too. I think I am qualified to help out as I am a ASE Master auto tech with over 32 years exp.

MnMsToy · 04-02-2010, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 06 Blue SSR

I would be intrested in this also. I can help with some of the install stuff too. I think I am qualified to help out as I am a ASE Master auto tech with over 32 years exp.

Me three

Dicktator · 04-02-2010, 09:59 AM

List for Tech Day.

1. MnMsToy - Soundproofing/Radiator Support (helper).
2. Blueroadster06 -Mirrors/Soundproofing.

Don't have many signed up, with your help, will go real fast!

Dicktator