Bob Hill

No. Nothing has changed as far as settings and it happens on all three of my computers and phone

I keep having to log in no matter what computer or phone I am using. I always click "remember me" but once I close my browser, I have to log back in again. any ideas why this is happening? thanks Bob

I posted this in the Buy/Sell but it never got a view so maybe its not the right place? Anyway Looking to buy a factory style front license plate bracket for my 90 convertible. Thanks Bob

Sounds good to me - always up for a meet with other old car enthusiasts Bob

I live about 10 miles south of Fayetteville - I'm right on the TN/AL state line - 20 miles north of Huntsville, AL and about 80 miles south of Nashville Bob

Thanks. They are from an 04 and fit perfectly. I used a dremel to remove the Cadillac emblem from the center caps and replaced them with the Reatta center caps. Took a little time but looks much better IMHO. Bob

I owned a Reatta coupe about 15 years ago - maybe longer - and decided I wanted another one. Was really looking for another coupe but this convertible came up for sale near me so I checked it out and ended up buying it. It has 130k miles and runs and drives great. Needs very few things (hood struts and passenger side interior door panel vent grille). So far I am pleased with my purchase. I paid $3800 which I think was a decent deal - I was obviously satisfied with the price LOL. The top down picture was prior to me getting the Reatta emblem installed on the CTS wheels. Bob

Looking to buy a factory style front license plate bracket for my 90 convertible. Thanks Bob

Disconnected the PSPS this afternoon and have driven it a lot and the AC has yet to shut off so apparently that was the issue. Bob

That's sort of what I was thinking. Will look into it tomorrow- hopefully it will be fairly simple to find and get to. Thanks Bob

I decided to try something. I went out and started the car and there was no AC so I turned the steering wheel and it came on. As I went from lock to lock, I could hear the compressor coming on and turning off. So either it is this switch you or something else really weird. What is this switch and where exactly is it located? thanks

I have a strange problem with the AC on my 90 convertible. If you crank the car cold (like early in the morning or after it has set several hours), the AC works great. While it isn't as cold as I would like, it has been converted to R134a so I figure it's about as good as it's going to get. Anyway, the AC works great for about 10 miles and then it quits. No matter what you do, the clutch won't engage. When all is running well, the pressures are fine. I replaced the relay, by-passed both low and high pressure sensors and nothing changes so I have eliminated those items. I have no clue what is happening so need some advice on where to go next. I may have to take it to an AC guy but I would like to solve this myself. Thanks Bob

Thanks. I have been looking for a Reatta for a while now. I had one back in the 90s but it was a coupe. I wasn't really looking for a convertible this time but the prices for convertibles has seemed to have dropped significantly lately and this one was a great deal (IMHO). I bought a Black/tan 90 with 130K miles. Nice body, top and interior - just needs a really good detailing and buffing. Will need tires due to age and I'm going to have to pull the climate control unit out to clean the contacts as it sometimes doesn't want to make the changes as I push the buttons. (My C4 Corvettes have done the same thing so fairly familiar with the process). I drove the 100 mile trip home without a hiccup - drove great on the interstate, etc. I paid $3800 which I think is a fair price - at least to me. probably going to upgrade to a 16" or 17" wheel - have never carried for the stock Reatta wheel. Will get pictures later.

I actually found another 90 convertible yesterday afternoon and bought it instead so the rear window issue is one for the next guy now LOL Thanks Bob

I have found a nice 90 Reatta convertible I am interested in. Car is real nice except (there always has to be an exception LOL) the rear glass window int he top is broke. The owner has a window to go with it but not sure if it is possible to just replace the rear window or if it is just as labor intensive to put a complete top on? Advice? Thanks Bob

Don't let a few naysayers discourage you - there is always at least one in every crowd. This is a car forum - if we all just Google everything, there will be no need to have it. Funny thing is, when I do Google things related to antique cars, I get many hit from right here on the forum LOL Bob

I have owned 25 Corvairs over the past 20 years so obviously I like them pretty well LOL. As others have said, Clarks is the premier Corvair parts supplier. Corvair Underground used to be probably second but not even sure Lon Wall is still involved. Original Parts Group is releasing a Corvair catalog very soon that will probably be very useful as well. Corvairs are one of those cars much like the Edsel - received bad press early in it's life and has struggled to overcome the unearned reputation. Corvair folks are like most other car enthusiast as they are passionate about their cars. My only issue with most Corvair owners is that they seldom socialize with non Corvair groups - seldom do you see one at any show other than a Corvair only group. I think this has hurt the general car scene's perception of the Corvair. They really are great cars once you play with them for a while Bob

Another car you might consider even though it is a little newer than you first mentioned is a Buick Reatta. You can get a really nice one for very little money, they are modern but still antique and they have a great following including an area here on the forum dedicated to them with very helpful owners. Bob

I also agree with the Corvair - having owned 24 of them over the years LOL. They are fun cars and have a good following - although not as good as the air cooled Beetle. Bob

This is my 66 beetle. The Beetle is a fun car and cheap compared to most cars. They are very easy to maintain and very dependable. Parts are also readily available and cheap. We take this to a lot of cruise ins and it always draws a crowd of all ages. Bob

^^ I agree to a point. My 85 Riviera gets absolutely NO attention at shows but I enjoy driving it. The Model A gets moderate attention because it is nearly 90 years old. The 65 Corvair gets probably more attention than any of my cars. OTOH, as we all get older, so do cars so our kids will most likely like the 70s car when they are our age LOL Bob

Corvairs typically have few rust issues unless totally exposed to an area known for rust. Typically the prone rust areas are the headlight buckets and around the front windshield. Corvairs are actually a lto fo bang for the buck if you get a nice one - and they are a blast to drive being rear engine. Bob

As I stated in an earlier post, I am adamantly opposed to removing the 25 year limit and would leave AACA if it was approved (I personally don't think that will ever happen). While I am not a fan of many cars of the of the 80's and 90s (Corvettes as an exception), I do understand that there are folks who do and while you won't see me gathered around them at the shows, I feel they have a place on the show field if they are 25 years old and not modified. I have a 85 Riviera which is totally opposite of anything I usually own; however, I bought the car because it was all original and "caught my eye". My intent with it was to get the HPOF (got it in Ocala this year) and to use it on tours (i.e. due to AC, etc). It isn't a car that I would normally look at if at a show but there are some folks who will gravitate to it because they had one or dad had one or whatever. When I first got my 29 Model A, I was 34 years old. I was the "kid" at the AACA meets in Class 21 as well as the MARC. I actually had an article about me in the MARC Restorer around the mid 90s because I was a young person who had a Model A. I have a wide range of interests but understand some folks do not. IMHO, that's what makes the hobby what it is. Bob

If this mindset flows over to club events and meetings, maybe we are starting to see why young people aren't joining Its great you want to be "authentic" but there are plenty of 25 year old cars (thus antique) that have factory AC, etc. so they are "authentic" as well. Bob

Being southern raised, my mother always told me if I can't say anything nice to say to someone, don't say anything at all. Taking that advice, it is best I not say to you what I am thinking