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Restoration / Tic Toc Tac AIM / CRG Redline Discrepancy

« on: December 28, 2015, 08:36:54 PM »

Guys I am confused about the correct Redline Tach for my 68 L30. Virtually every post here and the CRG Visual Chart says all small blocks (except 302) should have a 5000 RPM redline However, when I look at the AIM for the U17 option, it has the 6468713 part number tach (5500 Redline) identified as correct for all small blocks. The 5000 RPM Redline is identified as correct for the L34 and L35 big blocks.  Can anyone shed some light on this?

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Restoration / 68 Vert Space Saver

« on: May 23, 2015, 08:08:09 PM »

Looking for a little guidance on a space saver inflator bottle - I have my bottle, but I have seen pictures of them with a black cardboard sleeve, with the decal on both the bottle and the sleeve. Is this correct? Also, does anyone have the dimensions and/or pictures of the sleeve (what I have seen seems to show the sleeve only covering a portion of the bottle)?

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Restoration / 68 L30 / M35 Starter 1108361 or 1108367 ?

« on: February 20, 2015, 04:26:18 PM »

I have found conflicting information on the correct starter for my 68 RS 327 L30. CRG has all L30s with the 1108361 while other posts have only the L30 / M20 package getting the high torque 361, with all others getting the 1108367. Does anyone know the correct application for my Powerglide package?

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Restoration / 68 Delux Dash Trim Install

« on: October 06, 2014, 12:00:39 AM »

I have an original stainless dash trim set and after restoring, I am getting ready to install. I am looking for an alternative to removing the dash pad and drilling holes. Does anyone have any experience or an opinion on folding the tabs down tight and using a 3M body tape to adhere the trim to the pad?

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Restoration / 68 Heat Stove Tube - Trade

« on: September 20, 2014, 10:37:12 PM »

I hve a 68 2 bbl Heat Tube - original paint in great condition. Unfortunately, I need a 4 bbl tube - if anyone has a 4 bbl tube - are you interested in a swap?

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Restoration / 68 inner quarter pinch weld / door gap

« on: April 15, 2014, 10:11:24 PM »

Hey Guys, I am in the home stretch of my restoration and think I have a problem. I had new full quarters installed in my 68 RS Vert. While getting ready to install the interior I have found the top of the inner quarter pinch weld is tight against  the door seal, without the door panel or windlace installed. The exterior body panel alignment is perfect. I am afraid I need to go back o the body shop.


does anyone have any pictures of the pinch weld to door gap witout the interior panels?

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Restoration / Quarter Window Vertical Chrome

« on: December 15, 2013, 02:57:42 PM »

I purchased a set of OER chrome moldings for my quarter windows. I am looking for some expertise on installing them (glass is in the car). I have looked at all the posts on the subject, and still have questions - I know the originals were pressed on with a tar like paper. The Aftermarket come with rubber channels, but by themselves do not hold the molding on firm enough. If I use urethane to glue the molding, do I glue the rubber channels to the glass first and then glue the chrome molding over the rubber channel with another bead of urethane? If I use urethane, can I just eliminate the bubber channels and glue the glass directly to the chrome piece?

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Restoration / 68 Convertible Spare Tire Bracket

« on: November 27, 2013, 06:40:07 PM »

Guys, I have seen the posts on 69s and Coupes, but does anyone any the measurements or pictures of the Spare Tire Bracket for a 68 Vert?

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Restoration / Power Top Problem/Questions

« on: November 09, 2013, 08:07:27 PM »

I am in the final stages of my restoration and am putting the convertible top on. I have now found two problems.
1. the cylinders are leaking - can the they be repaired/rebuilt? Is it worth it? Who does this type of work? (they are $170 at NPD)
2. while raising and lowering the top, the power cuts out half way, like there is a circuit breaker getting too hot. After waiting a couple of minutes it works again. I cannot raise or lower it all the way without it cutting out. I replaced the switch - no good. It does not feel like it is getting hot anywhere. Any thoughts?

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Restoration / Looking for Pix of installed 68 Headlamp Actuators

« on: April 20, 2013, 11:31:07 PM »

Does anyone have any pictures of installed headlamp actuators? I bought a pair of repops and am not sure which side is up. Do the front  hose tubes attach from the top or bottom - do the rear tubes face toward the fender or the engine? The AIM is not too clear. I am also concerned the plastic fender covers may rub against the hoses. Thanks!

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Restoration / 68 Left Rear Drum Brake Line Routing

« on: March 17, 2013, 01:49:56 PM »

Hi guys - another re-assembly question. I purchased new stainless brake lines from In-Line Tubing. So far, most have fit reasonably well. However, I am confused by the line that goes from the rear axle junction to the left rear backing plate. It looks like it loops around the rear of the shock versus just going straight down the axle to the backing plate. Is this right? The AIM does not have a detailed picture of this area. If anyone has a picture it would great! Thanks.

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Restoration / Parking Lights will not turn off

« on: February 23, 2013, 04:14:30 PM »

I have just replaced my wiring harnesses. Now, my parking lights will not turn off. I have check the ground on the driver side radiator core and at the instrument cluster. I thought the switch must be bad, so I just replaced it - no difference. Any one run into this?

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Restoration / 68 tilt steering column too long

« on: February 14, 2013, 01:49:55 AM »

Guys, I must be missing something (or am just an idiot). I am adding power steering (got the Saginaw gear from a 68 bird). I am trying to install my original tilt column, but it seems nearly an inch too long when I try to line-up the three holes for the the under dash studs. Any one run across this?

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Restoration / Quarter Window Well Water Drain

« on: November 10, 2012, 04:33:43 PM »

I recently got my 68 back from having the quarters replaced. As I am installing the quarter windows, I notice that I do not see any way for water that gets in through the window to drain. Are there supposed to be drain holes in the bottom of this area? If so, does any one have a photo of what they look like?

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Restoration / 68 RS Conv Rear Harness Routing Help

« on: October 25, 2012, 12:06:28 AM »

I am in the middle of my restoration and am having a brain cramp on the correct routing of the rear harness. The area I am not sure of is from the passenger compartment into the trunk. Does it go through the area for the convertible top mechanism, or does it go outside that area along the seat back frame? If anyone has any pictures, I'd be grateful!