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1978-81 Camaro Tail Lights Disassembly, Frustrations of a Project Car
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2 жыл бұрынWe disassemble an original set of GM 1981 Camaro Tail Lights from our Camaro Project FastTimes, a tribute car to the Fast Times at Ridgemont High movie. As we prepare to restore the tail lights, we document all the parts that will need replacing and come up with a game plan for restoring them
Also if anyone has any leads on an NOS LH 78-81 Outer Body Gasket, I'm looking for one, GM part # 5969325
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@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
This is a video from 2021, and I almost have the housings restored, but I'm looking for an NOS LH 78-81 Outer Body Gasket, I'm looking for, GM part # 5969325. I have the right side, but need the left. I have the repros, but they are very stiff. I haven't tried soaking them in Simple Green or setting them in the sun. Thanks for stopping by, remember to subscribe and follow the build. To Be Continued......
@feddielugo7559 8 ай бұрын
Was hoping to see a part 2 or an update on this ! Thank you for posting this. Awesome work you do with project fast times. I am watching it to put it back together Lol. just repainted the OG housings and lots of cleaning up back there trying to make brighter.
@DoubleRRestorations 8 ай бұрын
I have been working on it on and off while Sam and I have been working on her car. Im hoping to have part 2 done sometime after Christmas. Thanks for watching, and thanks for the kind words
@stevecobratei8538 2 ай бұрын
Get a plastic welding set from TEMU, good amount of plastic rods come with the welder, 4 of 5 different types of rods for the correct plastic weld job
@JIMFED63 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back !!!
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching the videos
@wileygailey9553 2 жыл бұрын
Good to see you back Russ.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Wiley!
@bigmacland 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see another video of yours!
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@jeffdschaak3868 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video!
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
You bet! Thanks Jeff
@rayladd856 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back sir, look forward to your new videos
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ray, Hoping to make some good progress this year on the projects
@rayladd856 2 жыл бұрын
@@DoubleRRestorations i look forward to it
@80camaroguy10 Жыл бұрын
Was hoping to see you put it back together for some insight on the install of the body gasket, I am fight mine like crazy trying to keep it in place while putting the two halves back together.
@DoubleRRestorations Жыл бұрын
I'm working out some details of the lens and should have a vid out soon on this. These gaskets are a pain. One needs about 4 hands to get them together, lol.
@BustedClassicGarage 2 жыл бұрын
I vote you make a video on removing the bumper and removing and rewelding the tail panel! LOL I need a video on that Russ!
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
No Sir! If you want that vid, you will have to take over this channel and show us how to do it. Lol!
@BustedClassicGarage 2 жыл бұрын
@@DoubleRRestorations hahaha! Sounds fair.
@transam4spd650 2 жыл бұрын
I am restoring a 1974 Trans Am and ran into some of the same problems. I appreciate your videos a learn allot from them keep posting thanks
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching
@ceedell 2 жыл бұрын
Hope you find the part Russ, some of the NOS stuff is hard to find and pricey!
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Yes it sure is. Still looking. Lol. I'm sure I can make the repo one work, but it would be so nice to find. Thanks Wendell
@dkzgarage6480 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Russ! Glad to see you back in the shop!!
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave, how's your projects coming along?
@dkzgarage6480 2 жыл бұрын
@@DoubleRRestorations Just got the 70 back from the dipper... getting ready to get back at it. As a side question...what camera do you use for your content??
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
@DKz Garage Nice, I have an older Canon Camcorder, I think it's a vixia hf600. The wide angle lenses are cheap and that's good for grinding and welding. I have been wanting an m50 for just speaking parts. Still a little pricey though
@RadRandyandLilCindyRogers 2 жыл бұрын
That's the way I like to do it, slow and easy and make sure not to damage anything! Many of these cars were used on the dirt tracks.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, some of these old parts are brittle. Thank you and thanks for watching.
@oldskool6294 2 жыл бұрын
Good to see your video's again. Please keep them coming.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I have a few in the works
@richm720 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you're back Russ I went through the same thing on my 81. The gaskets go on dry.But there is a Chevy service bulletin that says to use a sealer if they leak.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Good to know. Thanks, I'll try these dry first, just in case I have to go back into them some day.
@SunnieSeideUp Жыл бұрын
Ok so it looks like you never made the next video. Really looking for how to install the new tail light gaskets.
@DoubleRRestorations Жыл бұрын
Yep, got sidetracked on a project my daughter bought. I'm actually working on finishing these. Best advice I can give is when you get your new gaskets, let them sit in the warm sun, install them on the old lenses and let them sit awhile. They will take shape. The outer body gaskets are a mess, straight out of the box.
@rogerstilwell7767 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see another video from you. have missed seeing them. I saw you pull that knife out to pry on the taillight getting it out. that is a tool to have. I still use mine all the time. Just like a second pair of hands. Handy as a screwdriver, a pry and anything else you can think of. Somethings just never go away.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
You got that right Roger. Use these all the time lol.
@VideoServicesVB 2 жыл бұрын
Seems like you could rebuild that housing with some JB? 👍
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, I scored a great deal on a used one on Facebook marketplace. Thanks for watching.
@jimwhalen6769 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see some work getting done! Have missed you!
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim, I have several more vids in the works
@RustyGlovebox 2 жыл бұрын
You had me on pins and needles on the disassembly. Hate to hear those plastic pieces creak and pop. Good job Russ
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Me too Lloyd, age has not been good to some of these parts. Lol. Thanks
@ClassicCarOverhaul 2 жыл бұрын
Looking good, glad to see you back at it.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sam, glad to be back working on my cars
@stevecobratei8538 2 ай бұрын
Can windshield repaor resin be used to fill the cracks in lenses
@DoubleRRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Probably, but the clarity of the clear lens is also gone. The replacements are nice too. Well worth it imo.
@indyme2 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back, Russ! Missed your videos.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jerry, feels good to be putting out vids again
@charlesgreenwood8229 Жыл бұрын
How are you doing on your build? Haven't seen you on here in awhile... hope you're doing well friend.
@DoubleRRestorations Жыл бұрын
Charles, doing well. I'm helping my daughter Sam on a project she bought. We are recording it and hope to release it soon, can't wait to get back to the Camaro. Thanks for checking in.
@charlesgreenwood8229 Жыл бұрын
@@DoubleRRestorations glad to hear. Family always comes first. I'm currently working on the window seal on the front and rear of my 71. Looks like I'll be doing a lot of metal fab. Doesn't look easy, haha. Look forward to your next broadcast, and thank you for the reply back.
@MrFireman164 2 жыл бұрын
Like 👍
@CamaroMan79 2 ай бұрын
That seal should not take any type of adhesive or sealant.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Someone had definitely been into one of these before.
@CamaroMan79 2 ай бұрын
@@DoubleRRestorations The new seals are definitely a pain in the but to install.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 ай бұрын
@CamaroMan79 Lots of patience for sure.
@seventimechamp3610 Жыл бұрын
Russ are you good? Do you still have your cars?
@DoubleRRestorations Жыл бұрын
Still have them. They have been on the back burner since Covid. Got a vid coming out soon. We have been working on a car my daughter bought. Thanks for stopping by.
@chriscraft2 2 жыл бұрын
there are many years I stay away from because of stuff like that.. turns a weekend project in to a year long struggle... and $500 more than you wanted to spend... I dont think those tail lights are meant to come apart... well, at least 20 years ago they didnt sell a single thing for them.... i bought A 79 z28 in 2002 and had to get rid of it.. it was yellow with a black interior. it had a 1972 454 in it... i pulled the engine and sold the car.. guy gave me $500 for the interior a day after i listed it on craigslist.. rear spring perches were rusted through the floor.... my dad warned me about that..
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank Chris, yes I don't think these cars were made to last. I've almost got everything I need to restore them. The good news is once the car once restored will be kept inside. That should help on saving some of the plastics. I always enjoy your channel, thanks for stopping by.
@chriscraft2 2 жыл бұрын
I’m trying to clean everything and get a paint booth set up up and it is taking way longer than I thought.. I really like that shop you have there
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
@Chris Craft 2 Thanks Chris, it's been alot of work. It's a struggle to keep it clean.
@559043 2 жыл бұрын
hey Russ, nice to see a new video. Weird how that gasket cuts across the corner like that. I have a back up light socket that needs replacing on my 87 firebird. the original has 3 wires. I bought a new one but it only has 2 wires. I'm trying to figure out if i got the wrong one or what. Keep that in mind if you need to replace any of them.
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Will do, thank you. The 3 wire may be the brake and tail lamp one combined.
@brando5200 2 жыл бұрын
Are you done yet 🤔?
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
I stopped in hope of finding a lh nos gasket
@brando5200 2 жыл бұрын
@@DoubleRRestorations what's that ? . I got 72 . But one day I will have to do a lot of work it's got rusty trunk pan
@DoubleRRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Oh I thought you were asking about my 81 tail lights. I haven't worked on my 72 for awhile, for many reasons. My daughter and I are working on her car but we are almost done
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