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General Discussion / Heater Blower Motor Testing?

« on: May 17, 2022, 03:52:27 PM »

Is there a way to bench test a blower motor for functionality by somehow applying 12 volts to it? Thanks.

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Restoration / 69 Front Caliper Restoration

« on: March 06, 2022, 09:15:25 PM »

Looking for tips on caliper restoration as to the do's and do not's. Can they be safely bead blasted, etc... Short of installing on the car, is there any way to bench test the pistons to make sure they're not seized up? Any and all tips will be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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General Discussion / 68 Power Steering Gear Box

« on: January 29, 2022, 06:57:33 PM »

Is there any way to test a power steering gearbox to make sure it's functioning properly before installing it on the car? Thanks.

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General Discussion / Suspension Parts Colors

« on: January 14, 2022, 02:24:40 PM »

I've seen many different versions of leaf springs, center link, coil springs, front suspension parts colors. Black, gray, silver, etc... Is there any reference regarding factory colors of said components or is it a mixture of colors based on where the car was built? Thanks.

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General Discussion / 68 Exhaust Front Hanger Mount

« on: December 28, 2021, 12:32:41 AM »

Being that I'm not that familiar with 68's, I thought I would ask the experts. Attached is a pic of the bottom of the 68 I'm restoring. The driver's side has the standard, tapped 2 holes for the forward exhaust hanger/strap. The passenger side is not the same. Am I missing something? My 69 SS has the same tapped holes on both sides for the hangers. Thanks.

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General Discussion / Body Mount Components (Treating)

« on: October 20, 2021, 02:59:09 PM »

Looking for suggestions on treatment of subframe body mount components, mainly the bolts and washers to prevent discoloration and particularly rusting. Is there anything readily available on the open market? Thanks.

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General Discussion / 67-68 Front Disc Calipers

« on: August 24, 2021, 10:45:18 PM »

Are the 67-68 calipers the same as the 68-82 Corvette and interchangeable? Thanks.

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General Discussion / 68 Standard vs RS Fenders

« on: August 24, 2021, 02:21:30 PM »

Is there an easy way to distinguish between standard and RS fenders from 1968? Measurements of the headlight assembly tabs, etc?? Thanks.

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Decoding/Numbers / 68 Cowl Tag

« on: August 11, 2021, 11:38:33 PM »

Being that I'm not too familiar with 68 Cowl Tags, wanted to get some opinions on this one. It's from what I believe is a BB, RS/SS car that a resto has been started on. The VIN correlates to the build date on the tag and if the heater box is original as I suspect, the connection is in the middle as it should be for a BB car. Thoughts, opinions? Thanks.

Gary

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Decoding/Numbers / 69 Z Block Stamp (12A Build)

« on: August 08, 2021, 07:26:24 PM »

Does this stamp look correct or could it be a restamp on a date correct block? Thanks.

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Decoding/Numbers / 69 Steelies

« on: July 21, 2021, 10:49:22 PM »

Saw an interesting read on Yenko.net and had to check to see what I have. I have only 2, but they are stamped identically and were on my 69 SS X11 car with an 06A build date. Any insight/info will be appreciated. I have more pics I can email if needed. Thanks.

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Decoding/Numbers / 69 Cowl Tag

« on: May 13, 2021, 09:15:08 PM »

Does this tag look suspicious to anyone or am I missing something? I've never seen NBR for Norwood.

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Originality / 69 Endura Front Bumper

« on: April 27, 2021, 12:57:30 AM »

I'm sure this has probably been discussed numerous times, but was there any rhyme or reason for the Endura Front bumper option in 1969? I've seen them on Z28's as well as RS cars, although I don't know how to tell if they were an original option. Thanks.

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Originality / 69 Front Bench Seat

« on: December 13, 2020, 11:38:23 PM »

This subject has probably already been posted a few times although I didn't find anything in my search. What's the real story on 69's with factory front bench seats or is there such a thing? It is my understanding that the "bench seat" was not a factory option for the 69, (67&68 only, but no convertibles.) I've recently run across a 69 that appears to be an all original barn find, less than 100K miles, power top convertible, has a front bench with fold down center armrest, automatic on the column, deluxe houndstooth interior with a straight 6 engine. This is only the 2nd 69 I've ever heard of as having a front bench seat. Any and all info will be appreciated.

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General Discussion / 69 Pace Car Rear Leaf Springs

« on: October 17, 2019, 02:34:24 PM »

A friend of mine has a set of original 5 leaf rear springs from a 69 Pacer in excellent condition. Trying to get a feel for a fair selling price. Thanks.