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Originality / Do we have a real SS in the garage?

« on: October 14, 2013, 03:45:50 AM »

Hi,

We purchased a 1969 Camaro off of eBay about two months ago... from all indications it appears to be a SS after reviewing the info on CRC?
Here's the specs, vin number and cowl tag info... is this a true SS?  any help or insight would be appreciated... thanks.

Specs...
350 small block, M-21 Muncie 4-speed, 12 bolt posi, multileaf springs, power front disc with rear drum brakes, power steering, center console with factory gauges, in dash 7k tachometer w/55k RPM red line, 2" cowl induction hood, dual fuel lines (primary with vapor return).
Note: The motor has been replaced with a zz4 crate engine with aluminum angle plug heads... don't know if the original motor was a small block or big block... the car sits a little high in the front so maybe the front coils were to support a big block?

Vin number...  124379N598xxx

Cowl tag info... ST 69 12437 NOR259593BDY
                         TR 723                   59 59 PNT
                              02B                   X11

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Restoration / Re: Sand blasting... Chassis

« on: October 14, 2013, 03:09:17 AM »

Okay... Thanks all for your replies...
New question...
What is the best way to clean up some surface rust on the undercarriage and chassis... wire brushes and wire wheels don't do a good enough job... many nooks and crannies and hard to reach areas.
Any suggestions?  Thanks.

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Restoration / Sand blasting... Chassis

« on: October 08, 2013, 04:03:17 AM »

Hi,
Has anyone ever sandblasted the under carriage (chassis) of their Camaro without taking it apart?

Anyone from Connecticut who can suggest a sandblasting business?

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Maintenance / '69 console temperature gauge

« on: October 08, 2013, 03:55:46 AM »

Hi,

We're having an issue with a console temperature gauge... the gauge is not working when the ignition is on or when the engine is running.
But when the ignition is off and the headlights are turned on... the temperature gauge pins to the H side of the gauge.

Any advice to what is the issue? possible bad ground?

Thanks,

My ride... 1969 Camaro SS X11, 350 zz4 crate engine, 4-speed M-21 Muncie, 12 bolt posi w/multileaf, ps, pdb.