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Camaro Research Group Discussion => General Discussion => Topic started by: KurtS on December 28, 2022, 03:59:12 AM

Title: New library of documentation page
Post by: KurtS on December 28, 2022, 03:59:12 AM
It only took 12 years (literally!) to create.
I added a bunch of service bulletins and other info.

http://www.camaros.org/library.shtml

Looking for the TSB on 67 power window, if anyone has it.....

Kurt
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: x66 714 on December 28, 2022, 01:58:15 PM
Nice work Kurt.

I have some TSBs. I'll take a look at what I have....Joe
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: 69Z28-RS on December 28, 2022, 02:24:50 PM
Outstanding !   Some great new factory information ...  Thanks!

When I saw the 1969 Order Form, I got excited, but then I found out it didn't include any of the Z28 ...?
Did I miss this somewhere else? or ??
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: fsc66 on December 28, 2022, 03:39:33 PM
Nice work to you and the team !!!!!!!!!

Paul
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: bertfam on December 28, 2022, 03:57:51 PM
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When I saw the 1969 Order Form, I got excited, but then I found out it didn't include any of the Z28 ...?

Those are the front pages of the order forms. The Z28, L35, L34, L78, etc... are on the reverse side.

I'll see if Kurt has those too.

Ed
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: mgreenz on December 28, 2022, 04:46:23 PM
Great to have so much technical information in one location. Thank you Kurt and the CRG.


I did notice that the 67 Order Form lists the Special Performance Package and available Plenum Air Intake and Exhaust Headers. Very cool!
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: camaronut on December 28, 2022, 04:48:20 PM
Now that's what I'm talkin about!!  Great job Kurt!  Thanks!!!
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: 169INDY on December 28, 2022, 05:23:57 PM
Great addition Thank you for the efforts
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: KurtS on December 28, 2022, 06:25:22 PM
Thanks to Terry for providing the missing TSB and finding my html errors.

Some options never appeared, you had to write them in the corner.  There were several versions of the order forms - they changed throughout the year. And back sides. It all takes time.
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: 68camaroz28 on December 28, 2022, 07:52:02 PM
Thanks to Terry for providing the missing TSB and finding my html errors.

Some options never appeared, you had to write them in the corner.  There were several versions of the order forms - they changed throughout the year. And back sides. It all takes time.
Well done Kurt and all those that assisted. Another great job CRG.....
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: PURESS on December 28, 2022, 08:39:47 PM
That was a lot of work....Thank you so much.
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: jwbavalon on December 28, 2022, 08:45:40 PM
Thanks a lot Kurt.  A number are still relevant today such as 68-T-12  instrument Cluster Ground Circuit in solving intermittent instrument cluster lights.
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: David K on December 30, 2022, 04:24:04 AM
Well done!!
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: bergy on December 31, 2022, 03:21:51 PM
Wow!  Well done Kurt & crew!
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: David K on December 31, 2022, 06:23:03 PM
I would love to see a video of someone taking their 1st Gen to a dealer for a recall. Epic!!
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: bobs69z on January 02, 2023, 11:11:48 PM
Most excellent.....Thanks Kurt
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: TODD on January 03, 2023, 05:55:48 AM
Kurt humbled by you and the Team who make it happen, good job!
I have just begun going through them.
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: WaltZ on January 16, 2023, 06:29:08 PM
Great and very useful info.
Thank you for your time and effort to share this with everyone.
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: BRG Z28 on January 16, 2023, 07:19:15 PM
Great information! When were dual exhaust resonators added in 1969? Thank you in advance…
Title: Re: New library of documentation page
Post by: william on January 16, 2023, 08:57:56 PM
Great information! When were dual exhaust resonators added in 1969? Thank you in advance…

There are two separate discussions on this topic: Z/28 and Camaro SS with L34 or L78 engine.

All Z/28s built from the start of production through December 3, 1968, had chambered exhaust as standard equipment. It was too loud for some areas; owners were being ticketed. A recall was issued, replacing the chambered system with a single transverse muffler system w/o resonators. Chambered became optional where permitted. The recall system was still too loud under certain conditions, so a second recall was issued. In production as of May 3, 1969, Z/28s were built with a single muffler/dual resonator system. As of May 19, chambered was dropped as an option and chromed tailpipes were added as standard equipment.

Camaro SS with L34 and L78 engines built from the start of production through December 3, 1968, had chambered exhaust as standard equipment. They were also included in the recall; according to the recall parts listing the system could be replaced with a non-resonator system similar to Z/28. What they did in production is in question. There are few surviving cars with original exhaust. Vintage undercarriage photos of ZL-1 #3 [built March 4] shows a production welded muffler/resonator system. The excellent original black L78 car [built February 26] displayed at the MCACN show last year still had much of its original welded resonator system. However, the equally nice silver L78 car at the show in '21 still has its 100% original welded non-resonator system. The only real difference is the resonator cars had 4.10 axles, the silver car has a 3.73 axle.

What dictated which system? My theory is SHP big-blocks built with 4.10 gears received resonators. I am aware of the red COPO at the show that allegedly was built without them. It had a rough life and a history of owners, no absolute certainty the system on it was original.

In case you were wondering, The AIM, recall notices and P & A manual conflict with the few survivor cars with original exhaust. P & A manuals list both systems without specifying application. The N10 section in the AIM lists a change as of June 13, 1969. Taken literally, it indicates all L34, L35 and L78 would be built with the welded resonator/muffler system. However, there are two late production L35 survivors with original, non-resonator systems. My guess is the standard L35 system was muffler/no resonators.

We could use some help. Big blocks with original exhaust top the list. The Chassis Broadcast Copy lists the production exhaust system in box 198. Known BB codes are FR, FS, FT. L48 and Z/28 codes are FM January-late April, then FQ.