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Originality / Head bolts

« on: August 21, 2008, 03:57:17 AM »

Can anyone tell me the correct marking and configuration on the head bolts for (1) 1968 325 hp and (2) 1970 454. I'm pretty sure they both have a + sign . Do both engines use the same bolt?  Recessed head?  Thanks!

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Originality / Big Block Radiators

« on: August 21, 2008, 03:43:18 AM »

Can anyone clarify this; A CRG research report states that a 68 big block w/ac comes equipped with a 23 in. 4 row straight neck radiator. According to Rick's First Gen,it's supposed to come with the curved neck type. What is the final answer?

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Originality / originality

« on: August 17, 2008, 11:50:50 PM »

Hi guys, I'm restoring 2 big blocks, 1 is a 68 325hp (2-12-8)  and the other is a 70 454 (9-14-9). My question is ,what is the correct head bolt marking and head configuration? Thanks for any help!

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Originality / Re: radio bezels in originality

« on: August 16, 2008, 12:13:08 AM »

Isn't a firebird woodgrain different than a camaro?  (Burlwood)  Mine is walnut grain

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Originality / radio bezels in originality

« on: August 11, 2008, 03:56:37 AM »

My 68 rs/ss (04A)  has a woodgrain dash panel and ash tray. It also has a woodgrain radio bezel. Was this original to this model? It looks factory!

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Restoration / Re: Polishing (Jeweler's Rouge Type) Chrome?

« on: June 27, 2008, 02:57:55 AM »

I USED IT DRY WITHOUT A LOT OF PRESSURE, THEN USED SIMICHROME POLISH.

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Restoration / Re: Polishing (Jeweler's Rouge Type) Chrome?

« on: June 26, 2008, 01:19:51 AM »

I've had good luck useing x-tra fine steel wool. It even took out some minor pitting.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 dennis                                                                                                                                                                                                           68 RS-SS  L35/M20                                                                                                                 

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General Discussion / bumpers

« on: June 10, 2008, 02:21:34 AM »

What;s the deal on repro. bumpers for first gens.? Are they worth anything or do you need to re-chrome? I know there are subtle difs. in a 67&68 but nobody offers separate bumpers