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Originality / Re: Correct 68 RS lower belt trim hole placement

« on: June 04, 2019, 09:05:23 PM »

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Originality / Re: Correct 68 RS lower belt trim hole placement

« on: June 04, 2019, 09:02:49 PM »

Dimensions for Tony.

These are from my Norwood 68 RS Z with original never replace quarter panels.  Tony has this via email but I thought it might be helpful for others down the road to have it archived here.

Bill

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Restoration / Re: Introducing the "GILMORE" 1968 Z28

« on: June 04, 2019, 05:50:53 PM »

Looking great Jim. 

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General Discussion / Re: Pictures: 2019 Camaro Pace Car Homecoming at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

« on: June 04, 2019, 10:28:53 AM »

I just noticed on the pre-race NBCSN coverage that there are 4 1969 Camaro Indy Pace Cars parked on the exit of pit lane near turn two.

Funny story.  One of those on track cars had just that weekend been purchased.  The new owner (who I met after the race) was preparing for the parade lap in his "new" car.  The vintage race car that Mario Andretti was set to drive in that ceremony developed a fluid leak, so the officials asked the new owner if Mario could ride in the back of his pace car!   Then hammering it between turn 1 and 2 Mario was yelling at the driver to slow down!

What a cool way to break in your new car. 

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Original Cars and Details / Re: 68 Z28 Survivor - Lemans Blue -

« on: April 15, 2019, 06:38:29 PM »

No Problem... I wondered if you thought that. Car is in my garage if ya have anymore questions  .. Danny

I know I will have more questions and possibly would like to invite myself on a field trip. 
 My Z/28 vin is 431616 so with about the same build date, there are a number of things I’ll be asking you about and might like to see.

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Original Cars and Details / Re: 68 Z28 Survivor - Lemans Blue -

« on: April 15, 2019, 05:34:24 PM »

Grill is all gray, with black trim around the inside edge. I believe all '68's have gray grills. Some aftermarket grills are black, and incorrect... Danny

Hmm.  I thought this car was an RS I guess.  Just double checked and realized its not.  My question was as if it was an RS.  Thanks for the reply Danny.

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Original Cars and Details / Re: 68 Z28 Survivor - Lemans Blue -

« on: April 15, 2019, 03:34:43 PM »

Does this car have an all black grill or a chrome accent grill?

Thanks

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Restoration / Re: Correct color bolts for Steering Box

« on: March 26, 2019, 10:35:16 PM »

Here is my 68 PS box.

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Restoration / Re: Z/28 Alternator Brace, the black one

« on: March 25, 2019, 12:50:35 PM »

Isnt there a spacer suppose to go on the lower alternator mount bolt? See the space there? I don't have a manual to check it but maybe someone can chime in here about it

Scot

If you mean here, that black sleeve is the spacer.  The alternator is spaced as far forward as is can go, but needs to go another 1/4" for belt alignment.

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Restoration / Re: Z/28 Alternator Brace, the black one

« on: March 25, 2019, 11:02:57 AM »

Problem posting my pics.  Here is a link anyway to the re-contoured black brace.

http://imgur.com/tOv2QxI

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Restoration / Re: Z/28 Alternator Brace, the black one

« on: March 25, 2019, 11:02:06 AM »

Here is the lower mount I’m using.   Everything looks like it needs to move forward 1/4” to line up with the water pump and crank pulleys. There is enough meat in the bracket to slot the holes and make it up.

http://imgur.com/T2x4k0C

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Restoration / Re: Z/28 Alternator Brace, the black one

« on: March 24, 2019, 11:16:49 PM »

Problem posting my pics.  Here is a link anyway to the re-contoured black brace.

http://imgur.com/tOv2QxI

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Restoration / Re: Z/28 Alternator Brace, the black one

« on: March 24, 2019, 11:11:55 PM »

Here is the lower mount I’m using.   Everything looks like it needs to move forward 1/4” to line up with the water pump and crank pulleys. There is enough meat in the bracket to slot the holes and make it up.

http://imgur.com/T2x4k0C

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Restoration / Re: Z/28 Alternator Brace, the black one

« on: March 24, 2019, 01:52:20 AM »

Thanks guys. John that is a great old photo.

I was able to trace the proper arch from enlarged photos of Chick’s car, Dave B’s blue one and some original bracket sets and use my press to re-arch mine. Fits a lot better now and clears the blades.   Alt is a mock up unit.

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Restoration / Re: Incorrect starter brace ???

« on: March 18, 2019, 10:19:58 PM »

Shipped out today USPS Priority!    Danny

Danny,
The brace arrived. Awesome packaging by the way.

I ran it thru the sandblaster and welded up the hole. Next, grind and finish. Fit perfectly. Thanks a million for your assistance with our Z.