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General Discussion / Re: Crane XR-i points conversion question.

« on: July 31, 2013, 08:25:32 PM »

I'm bringing this old topic back to life, simply to avoid having to go over the above again.

However, the OP did mention the rev limiter, which is my primary interest. I want to keep original appearance, and gain the safety of this ignition kits rev limiter.

Has anyone used this setup? Is the advantage worth the switch? 

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General Discussion / Stahl Step Headers ('69 Z28)

« on: July 26, 2013, 07:48:26 PM »

This question is in response to an earlier statement that Jerry made. He recommended the Stahl #105 (new) step 1-5/8" to 1-3/4" step headers. Is there a reason that these are more desirable for a 1969 Z/28 than the #106 Original in 1-3/4"?

Shane

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Maintenance / Re: 1969 Z/28 DZ 302 overbore to .040? Piston Source?

« on: July 25, 2013, 05:41:07 PM »

If it's the original, build it and drive it. Or, build a driver 302 motor and enjoy it anyway. Hot trick when I was growing up was to build a poor man's 301 using a 283 block bored .125 over - they usually ran really hot, but if the cores weren't shifted, they would last decently under pretty severe duty (rods and bearings were the limiting factors). Later model blocks didn't seem to suffer the earlier block's tendencies for core shifts - I've known a lot of .060 engines that ran, and continue to run, very well.

Strictly my own opinion,
Steve
 

Thanks Steve. Good advice, and I'll be sticking to the matching numbers oath, to "do no harm while enjoying the hell out of it". Going with JE Pistons and rings. Thanks folks, for all the great advice. I'm sure I'll have more questions as I put her back together over the next few weeks.

Shane

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Maintenance / Re: 1969 Z/28 DZ 302 overbore to .040? Piston Source?

« on: July 24, 2013, 03:06:07 PM »

Well, got the bad news this morning that he had to go out to 0.060 anyway. I know this is not good, but can somebody share some wisdom as to what I should do at this point? This is not a trailer queen, I drive her on weekends to local shows and cruise-ins. I want to enjoy my car without ruining it for good. I don't want to put a crate engine in it. I'd rather drive a 'real' Z/28. On the other hand, If that means ruining what's left of a numbers matching '69 Z/28, I'd rather sell her to someone who will make a trailer queen. (A good home, so-to-speak.)

Pretty bummed out.

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Maintenance / Re: 1969 Z/28 DZ 302 overbore to .040? Piston Source?

« on: July 22, 2013, 09:09:14 PM »

These are what I've narrowed it down to. Anyone have a setup with these?

http://www.campbellenterprises.com/chevy-302-pistons-302-piston-sets/302-chevy-pistons-wiseco-forged.php


or

http://www.jepistons.com/Products/261357.aspx

Also, how do I determine from these web sites is these are narrow or wide bands?

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Maintenance / Re: 1969 Z/28 DZ 302 overbore to .040? Piston Source?

« on: July 20, 2013, 07:01:13 PM »

I agree, wholeheartedly. I didn't catch that until after I posted the link.

These seem pricey, but does anyone have experience with them?

http://www.campbellenterprises.com/chevy-302-pistons-302-piston-sets/302-chevy-pistons-wiseco-forged.php

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Maintenance / 1969 Z/28 DZ 302 overbore to .040? Piston Source?

« on: July 19, 2013, 03:20:46 PM »

My DZ 302 is out and apart for the first time since I got it. The block is already at .030 and needs to go a little further. I'd like very much to go no further than .040 is possible, but my machinist's supplier seems to only have .060 for the 302. This is my first rebuild, and am depending heavily on my mechanics knowledge. He is a great guy, running an old school shop, and wants to help me keep her as true as possible. He asked that I check with you folks on a supplier to see if there are .040 pistons available? I'm looking for recommended manufacturers and item #'s if possible.

I found some via Ricks/Eckler's. http://www.rickscamaros.com/camaro-piston-set-302ci-11-1-0-040-over-high-performance-1967-1969.html Just not sure if these are recommended.

Thanks!

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Originality / Re: hugger orange z with green interior

« on: July 16, 2013, 04:20:37 PM »

Definately got a pumpkin vibe going there...

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Originality / Re: Eaton Fan Clutch, but is it right?

« on: July 13, 2013, 12:39:12 AM »

Front looks good... lets see the back side?

I haven't removed the fan yet, but here are a few views. The last one makes me doubt. I don't recall seeing that Eaton impressed into the metal in previus examples.

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Originality / Re: Eaton Fan Clutch, but is it right?

« on: July 12, 2013, 09:59:33 PM »

This is the fan and clutch. The name EATON is stamped into the metal, but the ink stamps are painted over. if they were there at all.



I think this may be original, but without the ink stamps, is there any other way to know for sure?

BTW, I called Dan, real nice fellow. Price is $200 plus $20 for return shipping.

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Originality / Eaton Fan Clutch, but is it right?

« on: July 12, 2013, 07:46:15 PM »

I am having my engine rebuilt and the mechanic said that the oil leaked out of the fan clutch while the fan was sitting out. He said it must be replaced now. 

My car is perhaps 60-80% original. I am trying not to reduce that number any further. So I checked CRG and saw the photos of the original Eaton fan clutchs, comparing them to mine. Someone at some time painted mine black, covering any potential stamps. However, the name "Eaton" is stamped into the metal. It looks just like the CRG images, minus the finish and ink stamps.

Is there another way to know if this is original other than ink stamps? Should there be a stamped in part number? I understand that they can be rebuilt, but the names I saw referenced were posted years ago. I am not sure what the best way to proceed is.

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Originality / Re: 1969 Z/28 Original Glass Questions

« on: October 01, 2012, 05:33:43 PM »

Thanks for the help anyway. Still looking for an example. Here's my backlight glass.



I believe it is the same for the windshield, except the "AS-2" rating would be "AS-1" instead. Not sure about the thickness code. (M20.6)

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Originality / Re: 1969 Z/28 Original Glass Questions

« on: September 27, 2012, 11:44:40 PM »

LOS or NOR car?
Glass is glass, they would have mixed them on the production line. So your WS possibly/probably was LOF.

PPG just was the main supplier to Lordstorn. LOF supplied NOR.

Norwood car. The date correct glass in the car is PPG.

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Originality / Re: 1969 Z/28 Original Glass Questions

« on: September 23, 2012, 11:58:37 PM »

lol. Thanks Skunk. It's not surprising that I am having trouble finding markings on glass from 43 years ago. Probably not many of those windshields around anymore, especially PPG. I'm hoping to find a Firebird owner somewhere with a good sample. PPG was standard on FBs, with some LOF, vs Camaros which were primarily LOF with some PPG.

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Originality / Re: My '69 04C Z/28 has rear antenna and spoiler. What's up?

« on: September 20, 2012, 07:35:15 PM »

  How about the antenna cable I just found hanging free there out of that hole? LOL!

So, now I am thinking the rear antenna is not correct, and the front fender is not original either? I wonder why someone would want to move the antenna, unless the body parts they used for a repair were from a rear antenna car, and just ran a new antenna?

Funny that I never noticed that antenna cable hanging there. Newbs...