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Restoration / Re: Speedo cable retainer clips.
« on: October 31, 2011, 02:30:07 AM »
Much to be desired or not, still quite helpful, especially considering I don't have even one original to use as a model.

Thanks.

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Restoration / Re: Speedo cable retainer clips.
« on: October 29, 2011, 03:19:15 AM »
Ok, got the ones from classic muscle.  I am sure I can make them work, but they look just like the "typical repro" above, so not really a match, but at least can be made functional.

Are the HBC ones any better?



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Restoration / Re: Original Windshield for '69
« on: October 18, 2011, 11:51:15 PM »
I would leave it in. What type of sealant-gasket is holding it in ? Even if it was not orig I would much rather have a piece of glass that was installed in 69 or even 76 versus a repo.

Is it true the repops are thinner?

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Restoration / Re: Speedo cable retainer clips.
« on: October 16, 2011, 04:59:20 PM »
The ones I got from Classic Muscle worked great.

Well, guess for now I will settle for some repops.  Have a link to the classic muscle web site?

Thanks.

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General Discussion / Re: DZ Block For Sale On E-Bay
« on: October 15, 2011, 03:34:34 PM »
I have a DZ block from the same time period (Dec 17, 1968).  The vin derivitive is down by the starter, but not legible.  Even with a lupe, I can only make out an "N", and possible the very bottom of a "1" or a "7" along the way.  One of the guys stamping these during that time period just didn't hit it very hard.  My guess is that there would be SOME evidence of the derivitive down by the starter.  The guy I bought my block from had said the same thing as this guy, that there is no other stamp.  On mine, part of it is there, just very faint.

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Restoration / Re: Speedo cable retainer clips.
« on: October 14, 2011, 10:21:54 AM »
Still looking for three of these clips for a 69 Camaro muncie car.
Obviously, would be glad to purchase one or two.

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Restoration / Re: Speedo cable retainer clips.
« on: September 29, 2011, 06:26:23 PM »
I had to make a die and anvil to reform then file the repro's forever to get them to look close enough for me...


That is what I figured.  That is why I don't want repops.

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Restoration / Speedo cable retainer clips.
« on: September 28, 2011, 03:51:57 AM »
Where can I get CORRECT speedo cable retaining clips?  I know there are a lot of repops available.  Is one actually a dead ringer for the originals?

Anyone have a line on a set of three originals?

thanks for any help.

Lynn

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General Discussion / Re: 1969 Camaro Named Best Chevy of All Time
« on: September 22, 2011, 05:01:59 PM »
Nothing beats the lines of a '69 Camaro.

Marty:  Was that Carolina blue car in Oklahoma about 7 years ago?  If not, I think it has a twin.  "- - " paint code for special paint.

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General Discussion / 124379N627354
« on: September 22, 2011, 02:35:06 AM »
I have already asked a few of you via email, but have had no luck.

Anyone have any info on this car? 124379N627354
Car is currently in MN. Has a fake trim tag, NOM trans, unsure if engine is original, but the owner was misled regarding the car's originality. Fake trim tag is enough to start investigating.

Title search in MN revealed that the car was titled in MN in 2006. An statement was used to obtain title in MN. The applicant stated that the car had not been titled since 1990 or thereabouts. The applicant was a MN resident I believe. Current owner purchased the car soon after the first title was issued.

Have no idea if the car was a local (MN) car before 1990. Minnesota may be one of those states that simply do not have records that far back. Car could have been purchased from anywhere and then taken to MN and titled in 2006.

I realize a car mia since 1990 makes this a long shot, but you never know.

If you know anything about the car, or have any info that might help, or if you feel the need to ask questions regarding its current status, please PM as I am trying to respect the current owner's privacy as much as possible.

thanks for any help guys.

Lynn

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Decoding/Numbers / Re: Late March D80?
« on: September 21, 2011, 01:46:17 AM »
Dave:  Sending you an email.

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Decoding/Numbers / Re: 7029204 Quadrajet
« on: September 21, 2011, 01:01:05 AM »
The one one I linked to on ebay did not sell.  I would call the seller and see what he wants for it.  Nothing to lose.

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Decoding/Numbers / Re: Late March D80?
« on: September 20, 2011, 09:07:16 PM »
Sometimes you get lucky on these deals, and it is a slam dunk proving "whodunnit", other times it is virtually impossible to tell who swapped the tag, and when.

Here is hoping Dave can get some satisfaction.  Remember, just because the tag was swapped, doesn't mean the car did not start life as a Z.

Kind of like, just because you are paranoid, it doesn't mean they are NOT out to get you.


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Decoding/Numbers / Re: 7029204 Quadrajet
« on: September 20, 2011, 03:28:26 AM »
Well, I haven't shopped for too many Qjets for years.  Picked up one last year completely restored for a friend's 67 350 and it was under $200.

You didn't ask about price (but you did say "should I buy it?), but I have to tell you, I was shocked when I saw what they were asking for that one.  If you have a good one that is restorable, check with Eric at www.vintagemusclecarparts.com restore it.   OK, OK,  I realize if you are looking for a numbers carb you probably don't have one to restore.  I would still look around.  They are out there.

Found this one by searching for 7029204: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230671132285&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

It is only dated four days later.  I realize that reserve has not been met, so can't say for sure what .  Maybe these really do bring that kind of money.

 

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Decoding/Numbers / Re: Late March D80?
« on: September 18, 2011, 03:58:51 AM »
Doh!!

I really feel bad for guys that get taken like this.  What a shame.
It is easy for the more knowledgable guys to say he should have done his due diligence and had an expert look over the car... but, most of us are somewhat trusting by nature until we have a reason to suspect someone is selling us a counterfeit.  I doubt Dave had any reason to believe he should investigate the tag being swapped out.  Most regular guys are shocked to find out it goes on all the time.


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