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Originality / Re: Big Block Open Element Air Cleaner
« on: January 31, 2014, 02:38:50 AM »
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Originality / Re: Big Block Open Element Air Cleaner
« on: January 31, 2014, 02:34:46 AM »
Hello Darrell, here's the photos of my air cleaner. The top has been rechromed, and the base refinished, but may add some value to what you are looking for. 68 L35 LOS car... October 67 build
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Originality / Re: RPO PA2 Mag-style cover
« on: January 30, 2014, 05:10:54 PM »
Thanks Kurt. Just want to make sure that I'm going with the correct (born with covers) on my resto. They were on the car when I first laid eyes on the car back in the early 70's, but was not sure if they were upgraded to that after my Uncle purchased it. I found a nice set of NOS covers, and was debating on using them over my Ralley wheels (For original "look" alone 
) In going through documentation via CRG i guess I just assumed that "Type B" was a rev to "Type A". And if that was the case, it may have come later in the model year. My car has an Oct 67 production date, hence the question. Are you aware of an archive of public "build sheets" or Order forms out there that I can dig into? Thanks again for your comment. Ed
) In going through documentation via CRG i guess I just assumed that "Type B" was a rev to "Type A". And if that was the case, it may have come later in the model year. My car has an Oct 67 production date, hence the question. Are you aware of an archive of public "build sheets" or Order forms out there that I can dig into? Thanks again for your comment. Ed
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Originality / RPO PA2 Mag-style cover
« on: January 30, 2014, 02:34:10 AM »
According to the RPO option sheet, RPO PA2 "Mag-style cover" is type "B" available in 68 and 69. Since this was a type b, can it be assumed that it was not available for early 68 cars (Oct 67 build)? The N96 option is the type "A"....
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Decoding/Numbers / Re: RPO HO1 Option ('68)?
« on: January 28, 2014, 08:43:33 PM »
Ahhh... ok..... got it! Thanks very much. So are you aware of a data source which specified the # of cars that received the 3.07:1 gear ratio's with the qualified engine/tranny?
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Decoding/Numbers / Re: RPO HO1 Option ('68)?
« on: January 28, 2014, 08:19:24 PM »
Correction... meant to state 3.07:1 gear ratio...
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Decoding/Numbers / RPO HO1 Option ('68)?
« on: January 28, 2014, 08:03:19 PM »
Hello, been through several threads on this, and am still not clear as to the rarity of the 3:07 gear ratio for '68 cars. My POP indicates "PP1011G" in positions B15-21. I interpret the PP as a 12 bolt limited slip with 3:07 gears. Is this RPO "H01"? If so, according to the RPO datasheet, only 556 were made in '68. I've seen comments that this was a common rear end/gear ratio for SS cars which contradicts my assessment....
Any clarification is greatly appreciated! Thanks, Ed
Any clarification is greatly appreciated! Thanks, Ed
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Originality / Re: 68 ivy gold sail panels
« on: January 27, 2014, 09:04:32 PM »
Hey John, thanks for the response. I think before I order another set, I'll have samples sent to me from each of the manufacturers! The "original" headliner and sail panels are more of a "olive" green then the new product I recieved (PUI). I have some of the original headliner material, and would be glad to send you a sample of it if you would like! This would at least give you a reference. The headliner color is definitley darker, and more "olive drab" green than the standard ivy gold vinyl seats/panel material. My dash pad and grab handle is actually a "forest green" color, as well as the metal dash between it and the windshield. The metal trim on the back ledge below the side windows and rear glass is also that darker color. I think they call it "dark ivy gold".
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Maintenance / Re: 68 th400 fluid capacity with dry torque converter
« on: January 23, 2014, 11:18:48 PM »
Yes!! Uncle bought the car in '69. Always wanted it since riding in it as an 8 year old! Been in the family ever since. Almost done with the resto after 20+ years! Some people just don't move too fast! Have the POP and alot of other great docs (registrations since 69, etc..). SoCal L35 car, so no hint of rust. Need to finish the bumblebee stripe, fire the motor up, get the RS headlights working, and sort out any issues that arise. Will then post some pics and introduce my car to the forum ... Highly optioned with a few rare ones... Fold down rear seat, power windows, tilt wheel, headrests, remote mirror, am/fm, etc... The forum has been a great source of making sure I'm doing things correctly!
Have the POP and alot of other great docs (registrations since 69, etc..). SoCal L35 car, so no hint of rust. Need to finish the bumblebee stripe, fire the motor up, get the RS headlights working, and sort out any issues that arise. Will then post some pics and introduce my car to the forum ... Highly optioned with a few rare ones... Fold down rear seat, power windows, tilt wheel, headrests, remote mirror, am/fm, etc... The forum has been a great source of making sure I'm doing things correctly!
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Maintenance / Re: 68 th400 fluid capacity with dry torque converter
« on: January 23, 2014, 04:56:13 PM »
Thanks very much! Looks like I need to drain some fluid! Appreciate your help! Was hoping that would be the case.
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Maintenance / 68 th400 fluid capacity with dry torque converter
« on: January 23, 2014, 04:13:56 PM »
Hello, trying to find the correct TH400 fluid capacity with a dry torque converter. I've seen everything from 10 to 15 qts... Have not fired the motor up yet, so cannot check the level via the dipstick. I put 15 qts in the tranny, and it has a slow leak coming from the front shaft. New seals were installed on the trans. So I'm suspecting (hoping) that either it's overfilled, or the fluid has not yet made it into the torque converter, resulting in the fluid being above the shaft (hence the slow oozing of the fluid from the front seal). Anyone have a definitive answer on the quantity that it should have? Thanks! Ed