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General Discussion / Re: This stamp look original
« on: September 17, 2021, 06:57:24 PM »
Sep 67?
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General Discussion / Re: What's it worth?
« on: August 11, 2021, 06:55:42 PM »
Just my opinion. If I was serious about buying a 69 Trans Am, and was spending $ in the 6 figure range, I would not consider a NOM. If I am going to do it, I'm going to go all the way for originality even though it might cost more.
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Decoding/Numbers / Re: Caveat Emptor...tag swap?
« on: July 04, 2021, 10:32:52 PM »
Certainly engines were made in batches. There would have to all available parts for the particular engine combination ready for the engine assembly line in queue (piston/rod assemblies, cranks, cams, main caps,oil pump, oil pan, distributors,etc) much like the feeder lines to the assembly line at the assembly plant. There would also have to be a different setup for block drilling, 2 bolt of 4 bolt. Quantities were probably based upon demand for the next week or month.
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General Discussion / Re: Hood Hinges
« on: July 03, 2021, 01:53:26 PM »Willie Wilson
Wilson Antique Car Parts
1067 Clearview Drive
Forest, VA 24551
434-258-2606
He did my set for the 68 & even replace a "link" that was welded by previous owner, I had him leave them untreated so I could perform zinc phosphate conversion coated. They are tight as a drum now, rivet look great.
Jim
I used Wilson's as well. They did a great job.
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Decoding/Numbers / Re: VN built 69 Camaro with a Firebird VIN on the transmission?
« on: June 18, 2021, 01:59:15 PM »
Did they build Firebirds at Van Nuys? I thought it was a Norwood thing.
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Originality / Re: Repro Trim Tag
« on: June 02, 2021, 08:27:47 PM »
Might have to use a little lacquer thinner to remove paint?
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General Discussion / Re: Maybe the recent news on Inflation is real? $170K+ for Z/28's??
« on: June 02, 2021, 08:19:29 PM »
That green Z is almost my exact combination, except mine is Red/white. Geesh, I'd better put it in vault. 
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Originality / Re: Trim tag
« on: June 01, 2021, 08:46:23 PM »
Saw that one and the new owner's comments. Saw several things that were obviously not original. Makes me ill. 
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General Discussion / Re: Carburation Ideas
« on: May 14, 2021, 01:25:00 PM »Amazing what 100s of an inch can doSame setup I run. Works well for me.
found an old 2007 post from Jerry and tried his configuration
72s in the primaries and 76s in the secondaries both with 6.5pvs
no more stutter no more stumble.. A whole new beast to say the least.
tuned vacume on carb as recommended and added 1/4 turn
I run the timing at 10*/ 38 with 93 Sunoco......... temp is about 190*
tried 77s in the secondaries and above 5000 ran extremely strong, but settled on the 76s for my driving.
Thanks to Jerry's old post and everyone's help on this. Zoom Zoom!
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General Discussion / Re: Fuel Pump I.D help
« on: April 29, 2021, 07:45:46 PM »
An original 69 Z pump
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Originality / Re: V0217DZ with two sideways letters M for 124379N803507
« on: April 22, 2021, 01:25:11 PM »
I thought VIN #'s ended in 9N711xxx range. 
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Originality / Re: 2 piece rotor. Original?
« on: April 16, 2021, 03:05:48 PM »
Here's some pics of mine FYI.
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General Discussion / Re: Carburation Ideas
« on: April 16, 2021, 02:57:10 PM »yes, not totally sure if I will change or keep putting $$s into it until it's off idle hesitation is gone. I have exhausted everything, including sending it out 2 times to a highly recommended carb shop in New Jersey.
Timing spot on and adjusted with vacuum gauge and checked for leaks.
Just looking for a carb recommendation.
So much help offered here on this site and tried just about all of it.
Is your jetting stock 68/76? How about accelerator pump cam? 72/76 jetting works well for my Z, and I changed the accelerator pump cam to initiate the fuel shot sooner. I think the Z had this issue from the factory originally as a result of the emissions tuning requirements. Mine also reacts differently depending on air temperature. Definitely more off idle hesitation when it is colder outside, cold air density is higher; so mixture is leaned somewhat. The carburetor is a compromise of settings trying to cover the different conditions encountered during different driving situations, idle, cruise, accelerate, etc. I believe drag racers are constantly making adjustments to their carbs depending on air temp, humidity, etc. This is what today's fuel injected, computer controlled cars are able to do, make constant adjustments for changing engine requirements.
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Maintenance / Wix Racing oil filters
« on: April 08, 2021, 08:07:25 PM »
Anyone use these for their street Camaros? Says for racing only. Wix says they are of higher micron filtration, but less cleaning. Would that matter if the oil is changed regularly?