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Originality / Re: 68 Z28 with factory supplied headers ?
« on: March 06, 2010, 01:46:36 AM »
Headers with AIR fittings do not sound like day 2 mods to me but Day 2 is rather up to the owner. Burned off flat black paint with plenty of rust is what they usualy looked like :)

The more "period correct" stuff you have the better in my opinion when you go for Day 2. I run some Cragars once in a while but keep the stock manifolds, chambered exhaust and smog system (because I have it). A complete stock engine looks cool to me with the hood open. I have tried a set of Hooker Super Comps for a time but they did not add much for my combo so I swapped back to stock. The factory style chambered exhaust is holding me back so headers are more trouble than they are worth in my case. My car was originally equipped with chambered exhaust so it has to stay that way as far as I am concerned. It is definately a conversation piece.

Good luck what ever you decide to run.

-Mark.

I agree original is best. Everthing on my car except the headers and exhaust are period correct.  Since I already run headers I'm going to saty with it, however the old Hookers are leaking so I need a new set.  So, I figured I'd go with something that looks similar like what was available like the 68 factory headers.

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Originality / Re: 68 Z28 with factory supplied headers ?
« on: March 05, 2010, 04:28:17 PM »
After reading plenty of threads regarding headers, I was wondering which headers would be best for that “second day” appearance on a 69 Z28 (no PS). In other words, what finish of headers would be best to keep it period correct? I’ve seen some headers that had more of a natural coating and had fittings for the smog pump.  Granted, stock manifolds would be best, but at this point I’m keeping headers.

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Restoration / Re: Rear Springs
« on: November 24, 2009, 12:21:27 PM »
I'm glad this topic has come up again. I have the orginal springs in my 69 Z and after the years, as expected it has sagged. The problem is the driver's side is a 1/2 inch lower, however i am happy with the ride height on the passenger side.  I thought about new springs, but I don't drive the car much so I was concerned about the time it would take to settle. Also, I thought it was better to keep the originals.  Since I was not sure what to do I have left them on.  So, what I'm understanding here, is that I can purchase Eaton springs and have them de-arched to my desired ride height or let them know the height I want and they will make them to per my request?  Then should I hang on to my old springs, since they are the originals?

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General Discussion / Re: my z28's history?
« on: September 09, 2009, 12:05:28 PM »
Since no one has responded let me give you my 2 cents (for what its worth). Practically everybody would love to know the history on their car, especially when there is no POP etc.  The best you can do is pay attention to the orphan section on this site and when some of these guys spot stuff they'll post it.  Believe me, you can bet that if there was some way to do research it would have been discovered by now. I hope this helped a little.

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Restoration / Re: 68 Z28 Oil Dipstick Seal!
« on: March 16, 2009, 09:31:19 PM »
Long Island Corvette Supply (www.licorvette.com) has dipstick repair kits for '63-'67 Corvettes, which have the rubber seal and colored plastic tip, in section 38 of their catalog; they may have what you need.
Will that work for the 69 dipstick as well?

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Restoration / Re: Dipstick tube 69Z
« on: March 16, 2009, 08:59:23 PM »
The lower tube goes in first. It goes into the block and guides the stick into the pan. Once it is installed you cannot see it. Now the upper tube is pressed into the block hole, Above the lower tube.
That's what I thought - thanks that clears it up. I'm still interested in getting the measurement on the tube that the dipstick goes it.

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Restoration / Re: Dipstick tube 69Z
« on: March 16, 2009, 07:11:18 PM »
3951600 is the lower tube that fits in the block. 3876870 is the upper curved tube. Both correct replacements for 67-69 small block.
Okay I'm getting confused. The motor is in the car so it is external curved tube, that seems to be a pressed fit, I am trying to make sure is correct.  I'm not sure about the lower tube or if I need that - maybe I'm missing something here.  A picture would be helpful.   

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Restoration / Re: Dipstick tube 69Z
« on: March 16, 2009, 06:35:49 PM »
Paul- Yes that is the dipstick I purchased.  The dipstick tube I already have in the GM package doesn't have the P/N on it.  I bough that from some guy on ebay last year and I think he removed the part number.  I just ordered from GM Parts Direct tube number 3876870, now I'm confused should I have bought 3951600?

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Restoration / Dipstick tube 69Z
« on: March 16, 2009, 12:07:54 PM »
I just purchased the correct dipstick (according to research that has been posted) for my 69 Z28 on Ebay for $89 bucks!  Anyway, my question is: What is the correct length for the tube?  I have a new tube in a GM package that was supposed to be for a small block and measures approx 10 ¼ going around the bend.  The guy in Canada, where I bought the dipstick, said his tube (which was being sold separately) is 7 1/4. I searched through previous postings and haven't found anything specific to the length of the tube.

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Restoration / Re: Dash Pad
« on: February 20, 2009, 03:25:03 PM »
And for those of us with 69's they won't do the dashes at all.  I don't believe there is any other company other than OER that manufactures repo dashes.  The OER dash on my 69 looks okay, but far from perfect.

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Maintenance / Revisiting past topic (clutch assy)
« on: February 10, 2009, 03:42:47 PM »
After reading the suggestions on clutch replacement I purchased the Center Force II, but haven’t installed it yet.  I was recently told that it will have a heavy pedal and that an original style replacement would be better.  I don’t drive the car a lot, but when I do I will occasionally get some rubber and go through the gears.  I realize on the other thread some have said the pedal pressure with the CF II is fine, but I was wondering if in comparison will there will be a difference in the stiffness.  I’m not sure what the previous owner had put in my car but it has a pretty heavy pedal now.

Also, I know that MacNeish says the bell housing is painted orange, but why did the vette bell housings remain natural color with orange overspray (according to the NCRS). Just curious.

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Restoration / Re: Brake rebuilders
« on: February 10, 2009, 03:18:07 PM »
Of Course MacNeish is great, but depending where you live and you don't want to ship it out, there is a place in Upland [California] that I could suggest. Karp's Power Brake did a fine job for me.

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Originality / Re: PTB on Los Angeles Camaros
« on: December 31, 2008, 03:57:31 PM »
I agree with Jerry. No PTB stamps used at the LOS plant back then but there have been a lot of people putting them on during restorations. It is frustrating to see but that's part of life, I guess. Kind of reminds me of the Caution:Fan stickers. No matter how many times it gets explained that Camaros never came with those, some people just feel compelled to put them on.

-Jon
I almost hate posting this, because as far as I'm concerned what Jerry says is gospel.  However, I met this older gentlemen who was the original owner of a survivor 69 Z28.  He claimed that all he has ever done was minimal maintenance (and it looked like it too).  The engine compartment was shabby, but I did noticed a fadded Caution sticker on the fan shroud.  I asked him about the sticker, and he said its always been there.  Just wanted to post this for sake of discussion.

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Maintenance / Re: Parts to buy
« on: December 19, 2008, 05:32:33 PM »
Search ebay for NOS parts, also heartbeatcity.com has many NOS parts, they are much cheaper than Rick's on OEM parts. Aftermarket parts are never perfect, I spent thousands of dollars collecting NOS parts for my car. :-[
I concure, Heartbeatcity (.net) is a very good resource.  Buddy is 100% correct NOS is the best, but if you're like me and the dollars aren't there, then repo's are your only option.  I live close to Classic Industries and have been somewhat unhappy with some of OER repo products, so I found that it depends on what you are looking for.  Good luck!

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