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Hi First Gen Camaro experts:

I'm looking for an original small diameter drag link with the bluish color for my 1968 Camaro 327 SB base model with no ac or power steering and a 3pd manual transmission. The car is being judged at the Legends/Concourse level so the link needs to be in good shape without any or very nominal pitting.

Anyone have any suggestions where I might find the drag link. I've attached a description of the drag link from the 67-68 Legends manual.

Many thanks. gwp4

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts -

This should be an easy one.  How many stainless rear bumper bolts were there on a standard 68 Camaro base model coupe?  Also, does anyone know the size and GM part number?  I've attached a photo of the bolt on the rear bumper now.  I'm trying to get the correct bolts on there as the Concourse judges dinged me because they noted the stainless bolts were too large.   Many thanks.  gwp4

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts -

My car was judged at the Camaro Nationals in 2023 and was dinged 3 points because my coil wires had the wrong dates.  According to the Legends Judging Manual, the wires should be stamped "Delco Packard" and have the proper date codes.  I've done some researching and I believe the wires should have the date code "2-Q-68" since my car was assembled on May 14, 1968 in Norwood Ohio.  It's a standard base model coupe with a 327/210 hp sb 2bbl 3-speed.  Any suggestions on where I might be able to purchase these Delco Packard wires with the correct date codes?  Several Camaro parts vendors note they are unavailable.  Does Delco Packard still sell correct wires with the date code 2-Q-68?  Many thanks in advance.  gwp4

Hi folks -

I'm in need of original black door jamb windlace trim for the driver/passenger sides for a 1968 Camaro with a standard black interior. The aftermarket windlaces are not cutting it with the Legends class judges and I need to get original windlace to score the points. Welcome all suggestions on where I might find some original windlace trim. Many thanks. gwp4

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts -

After getting dinged in consourse level judging, I'm trying to correct some mistakes and am looking for the correct engine lift bracket bolts.  I've purchased two correct engine lift brackets (painted Chevy orange), but am now in search of the correct bolts.  My car is a 1968 Camaro base model coupe small block 327 210 hp.  In doing some research, it seems that the intake manifold bolts might be GM part 9418823 dark phosphate with the "TR" head marking.  Not sure if these would be the same as the engine lift bracket bolts though.  However, based on the judging manual, "the mounting bolts for the cast iron small block intakes are Grade 5 bolts with no washers with "typical markings are A, C, RSC, and M."  Additionally, according to the manual, "Big block lift hook bolts do not have a shoulder and have a TR marking."  Welcome comment/guidance on what should be correct engine lift bracket bolt (part number and head marking) that the judges would accept.  Many thanks in advance.  gwp4.

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts -

I'm looking for photos of factory correct front and rear engine mount parts for 1968 Camaro 327/210 SB.  I'm trying to purchase the correct original mounts for concourse judging and am very interested if someone can post photos to ensure I'm getting the right parts.  I've attached copies of the 1968 Camaro FAIM for background/info purposes.  Many thanks.  gwp4.

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts:

I'm looking for nice condition original brake and fuel line clips/clamps/screws for a 1968 Camaro 327/210 3spd base model car.  The judges at the Concourse level dinged me for not having the correct ones.  Specifically, I need the following:

Fuel lines - 3886522 (clip); 3786276 (clamp); 3886521 (clip); 3841230 (screw); 388651 (clip); 3912538 (clip); 9419402 (screw); 140568 (clip);

Front Brake Lines Clips/Screws - 3881339 clip; 476737 (spring clip) 476737; 3908358 (clip); 9419303 (screw); 140566 (clip) 9420825 (screw); 9422606 (screw);

Rear Brake Lines Clips/Screws - 3886521 clip; 3886522 (clip) 125912 (clip) 3841230 (screw); 9420825 (screw).

I have a 3/8" fuel line from the tank to the fuel pump and a 5/16" fuel line from the pump to the carburator.  Anyone have any ideas where I might be able to find them? Many thanks.  gwp4

Hi Camaro Experts -

I have a 1968 standard base model cpe Camaro 327/210 HP SB manual 3 spd with no a/c.  I'm being judged in the Legends class and need the factory correct vacuum advance.  The original distributor on the car has the number 1111440 with a date code of 8D8 (April 8, 1968).  The car was manufactured on May 14, 1968 so it's correct.  The Legends judging manual for 1967-1968 Camaros does not have the 1111440 distributor number listed.  I believe the vacuum advance should be MS 201 15 but I'm not sure.  Many thanks in advance for the assistance.  gwp4

Hi Camaro Experts -

I have a 1968 Camaro 327/210 standard black interior with no a/c with a production date of May 14, 1968.  Unfortunately, it got dinged in Legends class for having a heater control assembly with a repro lens and a font that was too big.  The assembly is aftermarket so I'm not surprised.  I've checked the 1968 Camaro FAIM (UPC 1 M5 pg 55) and it appears the correct heater control assembly part number is GM 3925775.  I've found two NOS heater control assemblies online.  One says for 1967/1968 Camaro's with no a/c and the other only says it's for a 1967 Camaro's with no a/c.  They both have the same GM part number 3925775.  My question is whether there was any difference between the 1967 and 1968 heater control assemblies.  Would the 1967 heater control assembly be correct for my 1968 Camaro?  Just want to make sure before getting the part, which is kinda pricey.  Many thanks.  gwp4

Hello First Gen Camaro Experts:

As a follow-up to an older post, I'm still trying to find the correct PCV Valve for my 1968 Camaro 327/210 hp standard model built on May 14, 1968 in Norwood Ohio.  The Legends judging manual states that in 1968 the PCV Valve is CV736C for all V-8 Camaros except the Z28 which received the CV746C.  When I checked the 1968 Camaro FAIM (UPC 6 C7 page 102) the part number is 6424251.  However, in the 1969 GM Parts Catalog Revised 7-1-69, the part number is 6423695.  I've attached copies of the FAIM and the parts catalog pages.  I'm guessing that CV746C is the correct PCV Valve, but I'm not sure why the GM part numbers are different.  Also, is there any variation/different color between CV736C for a May 68 Camaro and later 69/70 model Camaros?  Would a PCV CV736C with a date on the AC Delco box of 1972 be correct for Legends judging for a May 68 Camaro ?  Many thanks.  gwp4 

Hello First Gen Camaro Experts:

I have a base model standard coupe 327/210 hp 1968 Camaro and am looking for a factory correct license plate light assembly for concourse judging.  The Legends Judging Manual for 1967/1968 Camaros notes that the "license plate housing is gold cad/zinc plated and the license plate light wire is black." Also, "the 1967/1968 license plate light bracket is visibly narrower at the mounting poits than the 1969 and service replacement brackets" and "the original lens is also different than service replacements with a noticeable tab on one corner.  Lens is marked GUIDE 3 SAE L64."  I've heard that some first gen Camaros sometimes have a brown license plate light wire instead of a black one.  Would that be for 1969 Camaros?  Also, if anyone has a survivor correct license plate light assembly I'd really appreciate posting a few photos for reference purposes.  FYI, the 68 Camaro FAIM UPC 12 C4 page 172 has the part number as GM 911242.  Many thanks in advance.  gwp4

Hi fellow First-Gen Camaro owners/drivers:

I have a 1968 base model 327 Camaro and am searching for 2 original/NOS brown tail light outer sockets as required by the Concourse Legend judges.  Any help on where I might find these sockets would be greatly appreciated.  White and black sockets are everywhere, but no brown sockets.  Many thanks.  gwp4

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts -

I'm trying to get my 68 Camaro base-model coupe with a standard black interior ready for judging recheck at the Concourse level.  The judges dinged me for having aftermarket window cranks.  I've since purchased some NOS window cranks (GM part #20322800) but they don't seem to be an exact match to my original (and very pitted) window crank that was on the car back in 1968 with GM part #9717838.  For example, I've noticed there's a small indentation in the center of the black knob and no space between the knob and the window crank stem.  On the NOS window crank, there no indentation in the knob's center and a noticable space between the knob and stem.  I've attached a few photos to illustrate the differences. Would the concourse judges accept the NOS window cranks with GM part # 20322800 or will I need to find some window cranks with GM part 9717838 in excellent shape (very difficult) or get some average-good shape cranks rechromed, if that's even possible.  I'm hoping that someone knowledgable with this issue would be able to provide some guidance/expertise.  Many thanks in advance.  gwp4     

Hi First Gen Camaro Owners -

I'm getting my 1968 Camaro 327/210 base model coupe ready for concourse judging and have a few questions on battery tray clamps.  For background, I've also attached info from the 1968 Camaro Legends judging manual on the correct clamps.  From the manual, factory correct clamps have two crimped marks stamped into them and are a bit shorter than aftermarket ones.  I've attached a couple of photos of an aftermarket clamp which actually seems big to me.  Does anyone have the correct measurements of an original factory battery tray clamp?  Finally, are the correct clamps painted semi-gloss black and have the letter "K" stamped on them?  I very much appreciate the assistance.  Many thanks. gwp4.

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts -

Does anyone have the correct GM part number for a factory-installed silver zinc/cad left hand door buzzer switch that was on a 1968 Camaro standard base model coupe?  I'm looking to purchase an NOS switch to replace an aftermarket one on the car now.  Many thanks.  gwp4

Hi First Gen Experts -

Well, I haven't seen a posting on this topic before.  Does anyone know the GM part number and where I can purchase the factory correct retaining screws used on the rocker spears for a 1968 base model Camaro?  Were there also washers used?  Need the information for judging purposes.  Many thanks.  gwp4

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts -

I have a 1968 Camaro base model standard V8 327/210 hp with a production date at the Norwood plant on May 14, 1968 (05B).  I need to install the correct PCV valve for judging competition at the Concourse level.  In doing some research, I understand that the correct PCV valve might be CV736C with p/n 6423695, but that there were two variations of these valves.  The late design being cast with an extra step and the early cars had a spun design with a flat top.  Is CV736C the correct PCV valve for my car and what would be the correct variation?  Many thanks. 

Hello First Gen Camaro Owners -

What's the best way to clean original 1968 Camaro hubcaps for judging competition? Is there a recommended cleaner/polisher out there? Many thanks. gwp4

Hi Camaro experts:

I'm trying to determine the correct factory color for the bale wire on a brake master cylinder with casting number 5452310. I believe it was natural finish.  I've attached a couple of photos of a master cylinder and bale wire.  I'm wondering if the bale wire in the photo is in good shape (acceptable to the judges in competition) or should I try and clean it so it's got a natural finish?  Finally, any guidance on the best way to clean it would be greatly appreciated.  Many thanks for the help.  gwp4 

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts:

I'm trying to find GM factory correct trunk weatherstripping for a 1968 Standard Base Model Camaro with a production date of May 14, 1968.  I'd really be interested in the GM part number and where I can actually find Concourse level judging acceptable trunk weatherstripping.  I've heard that Soft Seal makes a decent aftermarket weatherstripping, but I'm not sure the judges would accept it.  Many thanks in advance.  gwp4

Hi Camaro Experts:

I have a 1968 Camaro 327/210 hp 2bbl carb standard base model coupe no ac.  Urgently need to find the correct AC Delco air filter to use for judging and any info on where I can purchase one.  Many thanks.  gwp4

Hi First Gen Camaro owners/drivers:

I have a 1968 Camaro standard base model.  I'm trying to decipher the factory correct front and real wheel well opening moldings.  In researching this topic for the past few days, I think I'm getting closer to getting it right, but I wanted to get the final approval from the experts at CRG.  This is what I have so far:

From Heartbeat City Camaro (part EXT-1526):

GM9785881 LF
GM9785880 RF
GM4229494 LR
GM4229493 RR

But from Camaro Central (part BCM-898):

GM9785881 LF
GM9785880 RF
GM7229494 LR
GM7229493 RR

I'm not sure why the LR and RR part numbers are different.  Does anyone know what are the correct GM part numbers for the LR and RR wheel well molding for a non-RS 1968 Camaro?  Are they published in the 1968 Camaro FAIM or in the 1968 Fisher Body Service Manual?  I've looked and unfortunately no joy.  Finally, I've read that D&R Classic makes the best wheel well moldings, but I'm not sure.  Several people swear by Classic Hqs. 

I really hope to get this finally resolved.  Many thanks in advance for the help.  gwp4 

Hello First Gen Camaro Owners:

I'm restoring my 1968 base model Camaro CPE with a 327/210 hp, with no a/c, and w/out cowl induction, to its original factory condition for judging competition.  It's not a Z-28, SS or RS.  The assembly date for the car was May 14, 1968 at the Norwood, OH plant.  I'm very interested in learning the correct GM part numbers for the Delco-Remy ignition coil and bracket.  I'd also be very interested in learning the correct factory color for the coil and bracket.  Many thanks.  gwp4   

Hi Camaro Experts -

Does anyone know if the dealer service door jamb tag (see attached photo) was installed on all 1968 Camaros?  Did all dealerships install these or were they only used by a small number?  I wanted to check to see if it would be factory incorrect for a 1968 Camaro not to have one on the driver's side door jamb.

Many thanks.  gwp4 

Hi First Gen Camaro Experts:

I'm having some trouble installing a chrome emergency 4-way flasher pull knob (GM 398165) (first photo), which I believe is factory correct for a standard model base 327/210 1968 Camaro coupe. However, I've attached another photo (second one) of a black knob.  Did GM use the chrome knob on Z28, SS, RS models and the black one on base model Camaros?  Also, the chrome knob has a screw on the end (see third photo) and my original steering column also has a screw coming out from the column (see fourth photo).  I'm not sure exactly how the knob is installed on the steering column.  Should one of the screws be removed?  Greatly appreciate any assistance.  gwp4